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North Carolina Department of, Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Mr. Robert Sawers
CooperRiis, Inc.
101 Healing Farm Lane
Mill Spring, NC 28756
Dear Mr. Sawers:
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
June 19, 2008
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO087122
CooperRiis WWTP
Polk County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between
North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently
amended).
This final permit includes one major changes from the draft permit sent to you on April
23, 2008:
➢ A new Total Residual Chlorine compliance level (50 µg/L) has taken effect for all NPDES permits. A
footnote noting the new compliance level has been added to the Effluent Limitations Sheet.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit; -please
contact Charles Weaver at telephone number [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
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Sri- Coleen H. Sullins_
cc: Central Files
Neville Regional_affice/Surface WaterProtection
NPDES-Unit
James & James Environmental [3801 Asheville Higl
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
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Permit NCO087122
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Water Quality Commission, and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as amended,
CooperRiis, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
CooperRiis WWTP
NC Highway 108 north of Mill Spring
Polk County
to receiving waters designated as Canal Creek in subbasin 03-08-02 of the Broad River Basin in accordance
with the discharge limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and
IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective August 1, 2008.
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2013'.
Signed this day June 19, 2008.
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')AjoleenH-Sullins, Director
vision of Water Quality
By the Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO087122
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or -discharge are hereby revoked. As of this'
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
CooperRiis, Inc. is hereby'authorized to:
1. Operate the CooperRiis Wastewater Treatment Plant, located off Highway 108
north of Mill Spring in Polk County.- This domestic wastewater facility is a
0.011 ' MGD dual -train 'wastewater plant. that includes the following
components:
➢ Equalization basin
➢ Flow sputter box
➢ Dual package plants
➢ Sludge holding tank
UV disinfection
➢ Ultrasonic flow meter
➢ Standby power generator
2. Discharge wastewater from said- treatment works at the location specified on
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A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges.. shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
PARAMETER ;.-
LIMITS
MONITORING RE$ZJIREMENTS
Monthly Average
Daily Maximum
Measurement '
Sample.Type
Sample Location`
Fre uency
Flow
0.0.11 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or. Effluent
BOD, 5 day, 200C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L.
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N.
13.0 mg/L.
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab,
Effluent
(April 1- October 31
NIi3 as N '
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
November 1— March 31
pH.
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
200/ 100 ml
400/ 100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
(geometric mean
Total Residual Chlorinel
28Ng/L
Weekly_
Grab
Effluent
Temperature °C'
Daily,
Grab
Effluent
Notes:
1. TRC limit applies if chlorine is used as a disinfectant or elsewhere in the treatment process. The Permittee shall
- report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory ,[including field -certified]. However, TRC
values < 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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PART II
STANDARD" CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are "collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. '
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean "of all "daily discharges". of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
B ass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed 'or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Dav
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may, be used for sampling.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number 'and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples,may be collectedmanually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual; sample
collection, or
(3) Variable -time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with"the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow'recorder"and
totalizer, "and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following
restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples, shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
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➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every X hours [X = days detention time] over a 24-hour period. Effluent
samples shall be collected at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-
hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period'. (40 CFR 122.2)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" for conventional and other non -toxicant parameters. NOTE: Permittees may not
submit a "daily average" calculation [for determining compliance with permit limits] for toxicants. See the relevant
Federal effluent guideline[s] for the appropriate calculation interval.
DOy Sampligg si
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWO or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Conunission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 nil collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
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Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
Monthly Average (concentration limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays,in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of 'the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limitl
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured,during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a .permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within . the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards .or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of'the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who negligentyviolates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or -any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
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section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
d. Any person who knoavin� violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily. injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not, to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41 (d)].
Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
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5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severabbility
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized ,to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior, to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
.term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures . .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
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b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]:
"/ certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, -true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (%
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance, of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 211.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b) (2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.02011.
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The ORC of each Class I facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least weekly .
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
➢ Visit the facility at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of.
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the, designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit: Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This -provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does -not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure` efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation 'of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
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(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may ,take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
Up -sets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense -to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 211.0124 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
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2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of -measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow_ measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump,logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), .the' Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the perniif'discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
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➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to -complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) 0).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
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4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than,required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report. to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any, information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shallreport all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted.. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the,
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution'control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual.
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion -of the influent to such station or facility.
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Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availabilit of f Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making
any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in
NCGS 143-215.1(b) (2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, not add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitorin
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
(1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels';
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(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit.a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to
section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to' the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
C. Solid or viscous pollutants in, amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
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f. ' Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance. schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit.
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 2H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO).
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at least once every five years.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a. wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.5.).
4. Headworks Anal, sis HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least once every five
years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any
subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation
of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 2H .0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
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Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits
shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control
technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and
requirements. The Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of
an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their SIUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. The Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -
limited pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the
period from July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled
once per calendar year;
S. SIU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit,
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations.
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PART
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be
required to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment
Annual Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the
Division at the following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial
Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Summaa (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on
specific forms approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms UDSQ
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SIU). These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms
(IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
e.) Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules,
public notice of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the
opinion of the. Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment
implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list
shall be published -within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along
with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the POTW.
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment program.
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of 'their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H .0907.
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ROBERT SAWERS MSW
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
COOPERRIIS'
101 HEALING FARM LANE
MILL SPRING NC 28756
Dear Mr. Sawers:
(K� Michael F. Easley,'Govemor
William G. Ross Jr, Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
February .12, 2008
FEB 1 3 2008
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVI''LE REC'ONIAL OF -ICE
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO087122
CooperRiis Healing Farm
Polk County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on February 1, 2008; however on initial
review we note. that page 3, which contains the application certification, was not included'in the submitted
paperwork. I have enclosed page 3 of the application for your completion and request it be retumed to this .
unit as soon as possible.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at [phone], extension 363.
Sincerely,
Dina Sprinkle
NPDES Unit
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Donald R. Cooper
Chairman and Treasurer
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Viccee Chainuan
Lisbeth Cooper 1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Jack W. Bonner, III,
MD RE: NPDES Permit NC0087122
Sarah M. Cecil
Gregory S. Hilderbran,
JD, Secretan/
Adrienne Miller
LCSW
Lynn Killian Neill
Barbara S. Strickland
PhD, JD
Jay S Young, Jr.
Robert Sawers, MSW
Executive Director
and President
Dear Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
;;January 30, 2008
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Enclosed you will find our Renewal Application for NPDES permit NC0087122. Along with the
renewal application are copies of all the additional required documentation. We are sending the
original completed documents and 2 copies. We are maintaining a 3rd copy on file in our office as
well. Please inform us if you need any additional information. I can be contacted at 828-894-7117 or
emailed at [e-mail].
Thank you for all your kind and considerate assistance in processing our application.
Sincerely,
A W
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Thomas A. Warren, Jr.
Chief Administrative Officer
101 Healing Farm Lane, Mill Spring, NC 28756
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] wivw.CoopetRiis.og

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Enclosed is our application requesting renewal of our NPDES
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Bob Sa�Ger"s
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*PI)ES APPLICATION - FORM
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the comple ' be- application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and -Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-16-17
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NPDES Permit $COO
i, FEB 20 8
Please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
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Owner Name
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Facility Name
Mailing Address
City)
L L S
State /I Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address R 4 2 0 t t4 X, M A
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name
Mailing Address
city _5 0
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
1 of 3 Form-D 4/05

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
Number of Homes {,
School
❑
Number of Students/Staff
Other
❑
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
1C �i`l�'14 �U1,)?
Population served:
5. Type of collection system
Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points_
Outfall Identification number(s)
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
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8. Frequency of Discharge: [ Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent: VA
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
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Form-D 4/05

COOPERRIIS, INC: SLUDGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
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transports it to the Brevard Waste Treatment Facility & MSD, where he is permitted to
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Dear Permittee:
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
September 16, 2003
Subject: Incomplete Engineering Certification
CooperRiis, Inc.
Permit Number: WQ0020917
Polk County
The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has received and. processed an engineering certification for the
subject permit. The certification has been accepted by the Division, and no further action is necessary.
For your information, please note that the certification was incomplete due to the reasons listed below.
However, the certification has been accepted and no additional documentation needs to be
submitted to the Division for this particular certification:
This letter is intended to serve as notification that the Permittee is responsible for ensuring that they have
complete documentation on file and that the project was completed in accordance with the approved
plans and specifications, and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer
Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design
Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as
applicable.
❑ Record drawings are not present.
❑ Pump station calculations and supporting documents are not present. These are required upon
completion of all projects issued a permit through the Division's Fast -Track process that involve
pump stations. Supporting documentation required are indicated in the Minimum Design
Criteria.
❑ Pump station calculations and supporting documents are not complete. Please refer to section
1.03(B)(1) of the Minimum Design Criteria for a list of items* required for engineering
calculations. -
❑ PE seal, signature or date is missing from the Engineering Certification Form.
❑ PE seal, signature or date is missing from the record drawings. A PE must certify that the record
drawings are acceptable by noting and dating the review of the as-builts. A Professional Land
Surveyor Seal is not adequate.
® The record drawings do not show all of the required information (i.e. plan/profile of all sewer
lines, all treatment component locations and sizes, site map, etc.).
❑ Other:
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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Please note that although Sri NCAC 2H .0220 allows operation o.L- a system upon receipt of an
engineering certification by the Division, receipt of engineering certifications in no way absolves the
Permittee's responsibility to ensure the project meets all statutes, regulations and design criteria
associated with the project.
Please note that any record drawings and other supporting documents submitted will be forwarded to the
appropriate regional office along with a copy of the certification. Please keep this letter and Engineering
Certification with your subject permit/record drawings file.
.If you have any question regarding this letter, please feel free to contact me at 919-733-5083, extension
502.
Sincerely,
Sue Homewood
cc: Asheville_RegionaLQffice,_`Vate%Qualify $ect on
John T. Coxey Consulting Engineering, PA, 53 Fox Chase Road West, Asheville NC 28804
Central Files - WQ0020917

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JOHN T. COXEY
CONSULTING ENGINEERING, P.A.
April 22, 2003
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit r
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Re: CooperRiis, Inc.
Polk County
WQ0020917
Engineer's Certification and
Record Drawing
Project No: 20026
To Whom It May Concern:
Attached is one (1) copy of the Certification and Record Drawing for the above
referenced facility.
JTC/pc
Enclosure
cc: Don Cooper
Harry James
JOHN T. COXEY, P.E.
PRESIDENT
53 FOX CHASE RD. WEST
ASHEVILLE, N.C. 28804
Sincerely,
John T. Coxey Consulting Engineering, P. A.
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John T. Coxe , P. E.
PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]

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Permit No: WQ0020917
Partial inal
'ENGINEER IS CERTIFICATION
Permittee: CooperRiis, Inc.
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registered,Professional Engineer in the
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Issued: January 31, 2002
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as a duly
of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe
(circle one:) periodically, weekly, full time
the construction of the project CooperRiis, Inc., Mill. Spring NC in Polk County for the Permittee
(project name)- (location and county)
hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation
of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial
compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity
Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum
Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1,
2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials..
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date:
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The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and subred t the address below with one
copy of the "Construction Record Drawinqs" of the. wastewater collection system extension as well
as supporting design-caiculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project. This
project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification
and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Any wastewater
flow' made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension:�prior to completion of this
Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall"subject-the Permittee
to appropriate- enforcement actions.
Mail to: NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
hereby
WATER QUALITY SECTION tance of thisEngineers
The?7ivision Of Ngatcr `�iah�i
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING l,,tTwledg�ree"'Ptand?cc
Certificatiti
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1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617

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North Carolina
Department of Environment and.Natural Resources..
Water Pollution Control System Operator Certification Commission
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Coleen. H. Sullins, Chairman
September 9, 2002
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Donald R. Cooper, Chairman of the Board
Cooper RES, Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring North Carolina 28756
NMI
NCDENR
Subject: Classification of Water Pollution Control System
Cooper.Ris _WW-TPA
Permit No. ,NC0087123
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
re yd
In accordance with North Carolina General Statute § 90A-37, the Water
Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission is required
to classify all water pollution control systems. The classification of
Biological Water Pollution Control Treatment Systems, found at 15A
-NCAC 8G .0302, was adopted by the Commission to classify water
pollution control systems. The classification of a facility is determined by
permitted flow and biological nutrient reduction limits.
The Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission has determined that the subject facility is classified "as- -'a Grade=2
Biological Water Pollution Control Treatment System.
As required by 15A NCAC 8G .0202 and your permit, you must designate
a Grade 2 or higher Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and a Back-
up Operator with at least a Grade 1 certification of the appropriate type
and grade - for this system: Please -=complete and return the - enclosed = _
designation form, so -we may- update our database of any changes at your
facility by October 30, 2002.
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If you have any questions concerning this classification or the designation
of operators, please contact Tony Honeycutt at 919/733-0026 ext. 314.
Sincerely,
Hope Walters, Supervisor
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
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Division of Water Quality
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Michael F. Easley, Governor -CDENR
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATLIR_AL—_RE. OUF7C 5 np
July 23, 2002 Im
Mr. Donald R. Cooper, Chairman Ii l 6 ^ ii
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CooperRiis, Inc.,
P.O. Box 416 - - . _
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Subject: Authorization to Construct Permit Issuance
ATC Number 087122AOI
CooperMis WWTP
NPDES Permit NCO087IL22
Polk County
Dear W. Cooper:
A request for an Authorization to Construct (ATC) was received by the Division February 18,- '
2002 and final plans and specifications for this project have been reviewed and found to be
satisfactory. Authorization -is hereby granted for the CooperRiis Wastewater Treatment Plant'for a total
design flow of 0.011 MGD. Specifically, this ATC allows the installation of:
Approximately 3200 gallon equalization basin with inlet bar screen,
Dual equalization pumps rated at 20 gpm (as amended via July 10, 2002 letter),
• Splitter box with adjustable weirs,
Dual.package plants consisting of.
• Appx. 5600 gallon aeration basin with fine -bubble diffused air
• Appx. 920 gallon hopper -type clarifier with air lift sludge return
• Appx. 2900 gallon sludge holding tank with diffused air,
A one -bank UV disinfection system consisting of 1 module at 2 lamps/module,
• Spare parts must be kept on site (as specified, at minimum - 4 lamps, 4 quartz sleeves,
lamp module
• Audio/Visual alarm
3 blowers at 36 cfm each (for the dual package plants),
• 2 blowers at 11 cfm each (for the equalization basin),
ultrasonic flow meter & v-notch weir,
standby generator (35 kW),
• and all additional piping, valves, control equipment and appurtenances.
Once construction under this ATC has been completed and an Engineer's Certificate has been
submitted, the pert iittee is authorized ' to operate the treatment units listed above for a design flow of
0.011 MGD, with permitted limits as specified in the NPDES permit issued January 29, 2002.
This Authorization to Construct is issued in accordance with NPDES Permit No. NCO087122
issued January 29, 2002, and shall be subject to revocation unless the wastewater treatment facilities
are constructed in accordance with the conditions and limitations specified in the permit.
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The sludge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in accordance with
G.S. 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality.
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 as may be required by
this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or disposal
facilities.
The Asheville Regional Office, telephone number [phone], shall be notified at least forty-
eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed facilities so that an in -place inspection can be
made. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during the normal office hours from
8:00 a:m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.
Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of the
water pollution control treatment system. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment .
system by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator
of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8G, .0202. The
ORC of the facility must visit each Class I facility at least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility
at least daily, excluding weekends and'holidays, and must properly manage and document daily
operation and maintenance of the facility and must comply with all other conditions outlined in Title
15A, Chapter 8G, .0204. Once the facility is classified, the Permittee must submit a letter to the.
Certification Commission which -designates the operator in responsible charge within: .(A) Sixty
calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system or (B)within 120 calendar days
of -the following, (i) after receiving notification of a� change in the classification of the system requiring
the designation of a new ORC and back-up ORC or (ii) a vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up
ORC.
A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for
the life of the facility.
The Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental Management
Commission is incorporated herein by reference and is a condition of this Permit. Noncompliance with
the terms of the Operational Agreement shall subject the Permittee to all sanctions provided by G. S.
143-215.6 for violation of or failure to act in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Permit.
Failure to abide by the requirements contained in this Authorization to Construct may subject
the Pennittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality in accordance with North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
The issuance of this Authorization to Construct does not preclude the Permittee from complying
with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other
government agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.
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 NPDES Permit, this Authorization to Construct and the approved plans and
specifications. Mail the Certification to the NPDES Unit, Division of Water Quality, 1617 Mail Service
Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617.

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Mr. Cooper ✓
NCO087122
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One (1) set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you. If you have any
questions or need additional information, please contact Ms. Susan A. Wilson, P.E., telephone number
[phone], extension 510.
Sincerely,
W. Klimek, P.E.
cc: Central Files
NPDES Unit -Permit File CAsheville -Re gional- 0Mcie W-at_er.--Quality
Technical Assistance and Certification .
John T. Coxey, P.E. John T. Coxey Consulting Engineering, P.A.
53' Fox Chase Rd. West
Asheville, NC 28804

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DATE: June 17, 2002 IF 0
TO: Susan Wilson NCDENR NPDES UNIT JUN '7 2002
919-733-0719 WAI•ER QUALITY SECTIOP!
ASHEVILLC REGIOpdA1 OFFICE
RE: CooperRiis
FROM: John T. Coxey Consulting Engineering, P. A.
53 Fox Chase Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28804
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Number of Pages of this Transmittal
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WATER OLIALITY SECTION
FROM: John T. Coxey Consulting Engineering, P. A.
53 Fox Chase Road
Asheville, North Carolina 28804
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Number of Pages of this Transmittal including Cover: 3
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me a call as soon as possible. Thanks
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Permit Number 087122A01
Program Category
NPDES WW
Permit Type
Authorization to Construct NPDES Facility
Primary Reviewer
susan.wilson
Permitted Flow
Facility
Facility Name
Cooperriis Healing Farm
Location Address
NC Hwy 108
Mill Spring NC 28756
Owner
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03/05/02
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Status Project Type
In review New Project
version Permit Classification
AtoC
Permit Contact Affiliation
Major/Minor Region
Minor Asheville
County
Polk
Facility Contact Affiliation
Owner Name Owner Type
CooperRiis, Inc. Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
Donald Cooper
P 0 Box 416
Mill Spring NC 28756
Dates/Events
Draft Scheduled Public
Orig Issue App Received Initiated Issuance Notice
02/18/02
Regulated Activities
Unknown 99
Outfall NULL
Issue Effective Expiration
Requested/Received Events
RO staff report requested 03/05/02
Waterbody Name Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin
WAR 2002
WATER UALI T Y SEC "C
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State of North Carollf
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
March 5, 2002
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Chairman of the Board
CooperRiis, Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
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NCDENR
Subject: ATC Request Acknowledgment
NPDES Permit NCO087122
ATC Number 087122A01
CooperRiis WWTP
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
The Division of Water Quality's NPDES Unit hereby acknowledges receipt of your request for
Authorization to Construct (ATC) in accordance with NPDES Permit Number NC0087122. This'
application has been assigned the number highlighted above.
Please be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, must provide recommendations
from the Regional Supervisor prior to final action by the Division.
The ATC review process generally takes 90 days from the date your complete submittal is.
received, however, due to current staff shortages that review period may take longer. Should any
additional information be required, the review engineer will contact you: If you have any
questions, please contact Ms. Susan Wilson at [phone], extension 510. .
PLEASE REFER TO THE ABOVE APPLICATION NUMBER WHEN MAKING ANY
INQUIRIES ABOUT THIS APPLICATION.
Sincerely,
David A. Goodrich
Supervisor, NPD rU, ni
cc: Ashe'vilte Regio_n_al,Office,
NPDES Unit Permit File ;MAR 8 2002
Mr. John T. Coxey, P.E. 53 Fox Chase Road West
Asheville, NC 28804 1 WATER QUeLI t SEGT1(
ASHEVILLL- REG10i AL OR
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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SUMMARY
The Cooper Riis project is a short term healing farm facility. The facilities will have several
dormitories for housing patients. There will also be an administrative building and
kitchen/dining hall. Other existing buildings will be renovated for recreational activities. The
healing farm community will allow some acreage for growing crops for human and animal
consumption..
The wastewater flow for the Cooper Riis project is estimated at - 11,00 gpd (ref. p. 3 of
Engineering proposal). The project is to be constructed in a single phase (permit will reflect
permitted flow of 0.011. MGD). The wastewater flow will be domestic in nature.
Zng(neering Altem.dtives Arwlys(s:
After further requests for additional information on the alternatives to discharge, the
consultant provided documentation October 10, 2001 supporting the request for a discharge
permit.
Connection to a PO`1W is cost prohibitive at this time (in comparison to the discharge option).
The Town of Columbus sewer line is appx. 4.5 miles from the project site; pump station/force
mains will have to be run - the Town does not have plans to extend sewer to the Mill Spring
area.
Conventional septic flank/nitrification fields were a close option. However, DEH requires 9'
minimum spacing between 3' trenches and there are newly drilled water supply wells in some
of the most suitable soils areas. This would increase potential land area that would be needed
to serve as the nitrification fields. Another complication is that some land has already been
cleared for dormitories. This may have been an option if it had been Investigated well prior to
development of the property.
Both spray and drip systems, in addition to cost and land requirements, necessitate that the
areas be restricted from access. As explained to the Division, the point of the "healing" farm
community is to provide access to the natural setting. Even if cost were not considered, this
would not be the most favorable option to the owners.
NPDES discharge was deemed the most environmentally sound, economically feasible option.
Cooper Rits WIA TP
NPDES Proposat
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Fax:[phone] Oct 22 '01 15:07 P.01/06
Michael F. Easley
_ Governor
William G. Ross, Jr.. Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section/ NPDES Unit
FAX: [phone]
10/22/01
FAX T4; Wanda Frasier
Re.: COODer MIS W
FROM: Susan A. Wilson
PHONE: [phone], ext. D
NO. OF PAGES INCLUDING THIS SHEET: 6
FAX NUMOER: -ARO
Wanda,
Here's the fact sheet/draft for Cooper Riis. Could you please look over and comment? I'm trying to make an Oct.
31 cutoff date for this. if you could OK or comment prior tCi then, it would be much appreciated.
Susan

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9/ 12./01 - Bill Reid and I met with the consultant (John Coxey) and the owner, Don Cooper.
We discussed our concerns about the alternatives analysis. We also discussed the implications
of getting involved in operating a WWTP. They discussed their aversion to restricting access on
the property (which would be problematic with a spray or drip system). They also stated that
land had been cleared and dormitories were already partially in construction; water wells had
also been drilled. The owner needed to move forward with the project due to application for
funding and IRS requirements.
`I'OMM Y TESTING:
This is a 100°% domestic proposal, with no toile effects predicted and no toxicity testing is
recommended.
INS•TREAM MONITORING:
The instream waste concentration for a permitted flow of 0.011 MGD into 0.27 cfs creek is - G%
- therefore, no instream monitoriDg is recommended. Additionally, the model did not indicate
that permitted limits were water quality limited (other than NX Y3-N due to ammonia toxicity, not
WQ modelinV.
PROPOSED LIMPID:
A Level B model was performed for this discharge and yielded secondary limits
(30/30) - with an ammonia limit (see draft permit).
PROPOSED SCHEDULE FOR PERMIT ISSUANCE:
Draft Permit to public Notice: Public Notice by November 7. 2001 (est.)
Permit Scheduled to Issue: by the end: of Dec. 2001 (est.)
STATE CONTACT:
If you .have any questions on any of the above information or on the attached permit, please
contact Susan Wilson at [phone] ext. 510.
REGIONAL OFFICE COMMENT:
NAME: DATE:
Cooper Riis WWTP
NPDES Proposal
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Permit No. NCO087122
STATE OF NORTH.CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENtIRONMENTANI� NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF 'WATER QUALPTY
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NA"ONAL POLLUTANT-DIFCHARM EAMNATION SMSM
In compliance with the provisions -of North Carolina, General Statute 143-21 S. L . other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Water Quality Commission, axid the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Cooper Riffs, Incorporated
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Cooper Riis Wastewater Treatment Plant
Off Highway 109
North of Mill Spring
Polk County
to receiving waters designated as Canal Creek in the Broad River Basin
in accordance with the discharge limitations. monitoring requirements, and other conditions. set forth in
Parts I, IL III, and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight 9n July 31, 2003.
Signed this day ?RAFT
Gregory J. Thorpe, .Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water.6uaIJ.ty
By the -Authority of the Environmental -Management. Commission
NPDES No. NC0087122

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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Capper. Affs, Inc.
Cooper Riis Wastewater T rea.#nernt Plant
1:: After receiving an Authorization to Conatrtict.permit for a treatment plant not to exceed
O,Q 11 -MOD wasteflow, construct and: operate - the : Cooper. Rtis Wastewater T- reatinent
Plant, located off Highway I08, north of Mill Spring, Polk County, and
2. Discharge wastewater from said treatment works at- the location specified: on the attached
,nap. into Canal Creek which is classified C waters in the Broad River Basin.
NPDES. No. NCO087122

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A. (1:) : EFFLUENT LIM-TATioNS AND MOvijrro w REQUIREMENTS - FMAL
During the period beginning on the effective date.of the.�ermit.and lasting until: expiration, the Pernniltee-is
authorized to discharge from owtfall(s) serial number. 001. Such discharges shall be limited and; monitored
by the Permittee as apeCified below_
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i The pI3 shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
2 Residual chlorine shall be monitored/limited if chlorine is used as a disinfectant or elsewhere fn the
treatment process.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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TO: NPDES UNIT
FAX: [phone]
ATTN: SUSAN WILSON
FROM: WANDA P. FRAZIER
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DATE: MAY.18, 2001
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility name: CooperRiis
County: Polk
Permit number: NCO087122
Name: Donald Cooper
Address: PO Box 416, Mill spring, NC 28756
2. Date of Inspection: May 9, 2001
3. Inspector/Report Prepared By: Wanda Frazier
4. Persons Contacted: Lance Flournoy
Director of Farm Operations
and Maintenance
828-894-5557
John Coxey
Consulting Engineering, P.A.
828-645-4046
5. Directions to Site: Hwy 108 North, Mill Spring, NC
(just north of the intersection of Hwy 9 and Hwy 108)
6. - Discharge Point(s) (list all)•:
Latitude: 35' 18' 28" Longitude: 82' 09' 31"
See attached USGS map extract, indicating the facility site
and discharge point(s) on the map using -- USGS Quad No.: F
10 SW -- USGS Quad Name: Mill Spring, NC.
7. Is the site size and expansion area consistent with
application?
x Yes No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): The site
consists of 73 acres of gently rolling to steep terrain.

9. Location of nearest dwelling: 1200 feet
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Canal Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin_: Broad River Basin
Subbasin No.:
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent
.downstream uses: fishing and boating, fish
propagation, wildlife uses
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. What is the volume of wastewater to be permitted in
MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity)? 0.008 to 0.012
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the
Wastewater Treatment facility? none - not constructed
C. What is the actual treatment capacity of the current
facility (current design capacity)?, none - riot
constructed
d. What is/are the date(s) and construction activities
allowed by previous Authorizations to Construct issued
in the previous two years? n/a
e. Provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities. none
f. Provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment
facilities.
Package WWTP with dual train consisting of: flow
equalization chamber with duplex pumps, extended
aeration chambers (11,040 gallon total), duplex blower
system for aeration, dual clarification units with
airlift sludge return, sludge holding tanks,
disinfection and standby power generator.
ARO has discussed the advantages of installing a grease
trap, septic tank, surface sand filter with chlorina-
tion and dechlorination vs. a package plant.
The consulting engineer and site representative seem to
be pursuing the.latter option.
g. What are the possible toxic impacts to surface waters?
none known
h. Is there a pretreatment program (POTWs only)? n/a

in development
should be required
approved.
_x_not needed
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, specify: no
Permit Number: n/a
Residuals Contractor: n/a
Telephone Number: n/a
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP OTHER
C. Landfill: n/a
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify): n/a
3. Treatment -plant classification: If package plant, class II.
If septic tank, surface sand filter, then class I.
4. SIC Codes(s): 100o domestic waste
Primary:
Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code:
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1-. Is this facility (municipals only)'being constructed with
Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies involved?
no --project is a non-profit organization
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity)
requests: for septic tank sand -filter system, would like to
see a maximum required visit of twice a week for chlorine
and weekly for all other parameters
3. Important SOC, JOC, or Compliance Schedule dates: none
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation:
Has the facility evaluated all of the non -discharge options
available? yes
Reaional perspective for each option evaluated:
Spray Irrigation: Unsuitable soils -are present over more
than 500 of the site and only moderately suitable soils
exist in the areas of existing and proposed
development. No additional adjacent land can be
acquired.

Connection to Regional Sewer System: too far - 4.5 miles;
too costly - $1,500,000
Subsurface: limited areas within the project site and
unsuitable soils
Other disposal options: none
5. Other Special Items: none
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
ARO has discussed the advantages of installing a grease trap,
septic tank, surface sand filter with chlorination and
dechlorination vs. a package plant. The consulting engineer and
site representative seem to be pursuing the first option.
ARO recommends the issuance of the NPDES permit, regardless of
which of these options is chosen.
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Division of Water Resources
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla III
Governor Director Secretary
September 9, 2013
Mr. Thomas A. Warren
CooperRiis, Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, N.C. 28756-0416
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0087122
CooperRiis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Class WW-2
Dear Mr. Warren:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject
permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued
pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of
Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15,
2007 (or as subsequently amended).
This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on July 1,
2013.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty
(30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the
legal requirements to obtain other Federal, state or local governmental permit that may be required. If
you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number,
[phone].
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cc: Central_Files RECEIVED
Asheville-Regional_Office%Surface-SiVater Protection
NPDES Unit
SEP 2 4 2013
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, Nort (310W$ Water Protection Section
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Permit NCO087122 `
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Water Quality Commission, and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as amended,
CooperRiis, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
CooperRiis Healing Farm WWTP
NC Highway 108 north of Mill Spring
Polk County
to receiving waters designated as Canal Creek in subbasin 03-08-02 of the Broad River Basin in accordance
with the discharge limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and
IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective October 1, 2013.
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2018.
Signed this day September 9, 2013
Din of Water Quality
By the Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Page 1 of 3

Permit NCO087122
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
�� 'ooperRifs; Ii�c: is hereby autlio3ized to:�
1. Operate the CooperRiis Wastewater Treatment Plant, located 'off Highway 108
north of Mill Spring in Polk County. This domestic wastewater facility is a
0.011 _ MGD dual -train wastewater plant that includes the following
components:
Equalization basin
➢ Flow sputter box
➢ Dual package plants
➢ Sludge holding tank ( ,qq� 3 v 5i�
➢ UV disinfection
➢ Ultrasonic flow meter
➢ Standby power generator
2. Discharge wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on
the attached map into Canal Creek, currently classified C waters in subbasin
03-08-02 of the Broad River Basin.
Page 2 of 3 /

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Part I
Permit NCO087122 '
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Pem-ittee as
specified below:
AARAMETE_ R'
LIMITS..
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS,
PCS [ ` . , Code }
Monthly
Daily-
Measurement
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Sample Type'.'
Sam_pleLocation.
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[00310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
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00530]
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N [00610]
April October 31
13.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N [00610]
November 1— March 31
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
pH
[00400]
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Effluent
Fecal Coliform [31616]
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Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)l
[50060]
28 Ng/L
Weekly
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Effluent
Temperature °C
[00010]
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Notes:
1. "TRC limit and monitoring requirements apply only if chlorine is used as a disinfectant or elsewhere in the
treatment process. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory
[including field -certified]. However, TRC values < 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure -
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial .and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Pernttee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement. ,
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class lI violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liabilitv
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part H.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The.Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For.a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. -above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person orpersons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class H, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:.
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in'order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section. '
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated.bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup, equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this pen -nit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required. under Part H.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6.. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal, activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR.
122.41].
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1.. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility,may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Repoftin�
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part H.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(l)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence, of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slugof hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The
report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the
facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The
report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which
annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215. 1 (a5) [SL 2011-3941, no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the defmitions in Part Il of this permit, the following defmitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW maybe referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "Sluff
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
l . Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause -Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) .Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
. Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, -it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part H or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC,02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification' of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts H.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial. Users (SIUs).at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and nd Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(t)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
Version 11/09%2011

i DES Permit Standard Conditions '
- Page 18 of 18
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant. Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with.
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H., 0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
Version 1110912011

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Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form
'qi KSOCC.
NCAC 15A 8G .0201
Perntitbee Owner/Officer Name:
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Dispipiinerg Actions by the wamr Pblludom Control Syatertt Clpe=0m (:e"Q)tt Carunis5ion"
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Water Pollution Control System Opetrator Designation Form
WPCSOCC
NCAC 15A 8G.0201
perwittee (>wner/Officer Name:
Mailing Address: 60M
Phone #: 23) Jr
city: /VA, state: P:
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Date:
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"I certify that I agree to my designation as the Operator in Responsibic Charge for the facility noted. I understand and will abide by the,
rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G.0204 and failing to do so can result in
Disciplinary Actions by the Water Pollution Control SYstelit OPemtoxs Certification Commission."
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1618 Man Service Centex AY 2 2017
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October 24, 2016
Donald R Cooper.
Cooper Riis Inc
PO Box 416
Mill Spring, NC 28756
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION.
Tracking Number: NOV-2016-MV-0121
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Dear Permittee:
J
A review of the April 2016 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the violation(s)
indicated below:
Monitorina Violation(s):
Sample Monitoring
Location Parameter Date Frequency . Type of Violation
001 Effluent Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N) - 4/2/2016 Weekly Frequency Violation
Concentration (C0610)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations.
If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send amended DMRs within 10 business days of receipt of
this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this office.
State of North Carolina i Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

o the latest letter titled "Electronic
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs).
Your facility will be required to report your Discharge Monitoring Reports electronically by December 21 2016.
For more information', please visit the eDMR Website at the following address:
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/admin/bog/ipu/edmr.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Asheville Regional
Office at 828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional pervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Vic: WQS-ASheville-Regional`QfFce --Enforcement-File--- '
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit- Enforcement File
James & James Environmental/ ORC
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Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form
WPCSOCC
NCAC 15A 8G .020I
)Permdttee CWuer/Ofcer Name:
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SUBMr1' A SEPARATE FORM FOR "CH TYPX OF SYSTEM.,
Facility Type & Grade:
T e Grade
Type
Biologic s WWTp A3. Ld , -- Surface Irrigation
_Grade
NIA
Physical/Cheinical Lud Application _
N/A
Collection System
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Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC)
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Certificate Type / Grade / Number: W PqS OT 1 UC4. 136 Work Phone #_ (0�17^"oa C�3
Signature: Date: )/ 4L-/
"I certify that I agree to my designation as the Operator in Rcsponsible Charge for the inctaity noted. I undustand and will abide by the
rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of ft ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G .0204 and failing to do so can result in
Disciplinary Actions by the Water pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission: '
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Back -Up Operator in Responsible Charge (DU ORO
Print Full Name: &r\ R a yn q*_ s
Certificate / Grade / Number Work Phone #:�o -p ( 3
Signature_ Date:
"I certify that I to my designation as a Back-up OveraOor in Vesponsible Charge for the facility noted. I understand and will abide by
the rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the BU ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 080.0205 and Failing to do so can
result in Disciplinary Actions by the Water Pollution Cmtml System opcfators Certt#"tcation Commission:'
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mail or Fax to: WPCSOCC
1618 Mall Service Centeir
Raleigh, NC 276999-1618
Fax: [phone]
(See next page for designation of additional b 2a-up opmators, ries;V2604 of more than one UCK-Up opeiawr iS optional.)
Revised 8-2007

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irit.as ettd regulatians.pmtdning id ttir.sespnpeibiiities al?timIM?QRC as 'set jbrth in I3A MCAC 080.0205 atdd failing to die so din, rosult in
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Szgnattare: Date:
I certify that I to my designatlrm as a Back-up Operator in Responm le Charge for the fdtcilil noted. I undasmnd and will abide by the
rules ad wp ations permining m the tespOtzs:lsiliffes of the BU..ORC as set forth. in IRA NCAC 08G .0205 and hi ing w do so can ram t is
LXSGiplinery Actions by the Sister pollution Cow rol Syat= Operaton C0rtifioW0jt Commission."
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
February 6, 2013
Donald R. Cooper
Cooperriss Healing Farm
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, NC 28756-0416
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO087122
Polk County
Dear Mr. Thomas A Warren JR,
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on February 4, 2013. This permit
renewal has been assigned Charles Weaver (919-807-6391) who will contact you if any
additional information is required to complete your permit renewal. Due to current backlog, you
should continue to operate under terms of your current permit, until a new permit is issued. If
you have any questions, please contact the assigned permit writer.
Sincerely,
i�
Jeff Poupart
Point Source Branch
Cc: Central Files
Ashville Regional Office
NPDES Unit
1601 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Phone: [phone] Internet: www.ncdenr.gov
An Equal opportunity1 Affirmative Action Employer— 50% Recycled 110% Post Consumer Paper
RECEIVED
F E B 1 4 2013
DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
NorthCarohna
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James & James Environmental Management inc.
3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
January 28, 20133
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
Regarding g All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter is to request the renewal of the permit for the waste water treatment facility of Cooper Riis
Healing Farm, NPDES number NCO08712.2. There have been no changes affecting this facility.
Sincerely
0
PIA
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Juanita Jade's
James and James Environmental Mot., Inc.

x James & James .Environmental Management, Inc.3801 Asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, N. C. 28791
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
zl
January 28, 2013
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
Regarding All Waste Water Facilities Operated by James & James
To Whom It May Concern:
Sludge from this facility (Cooper Riis Healing Farm) is pumped by Mike's Septic Tank Service and is
permitted to be dumped at Brevard Waste Treatment System and MSD.
Sincerely
t)
Juanita J�
James and James Environmental Mgt., Inc.

NPDES "PLiC,A.T10N - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application.to:
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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1. Contact information:
Owner Fame
Facility Name
N4vtilltip, Address
City,
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
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6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points Q t) -'—
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Days per week discharge occurs: . . . ............. . Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
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phosphorus, If the space prouided is riot sufficient, attacit the description of the treatment system in. a
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Maximum daily flow LO. U ( MGD (for the pretnGus 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
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12. Effluent Data
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parrunetens 24-hoar a,rte{"site sanipling shalt be used. f more Xhan one arudysis is reported, report cktfly mctxfnaurra
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvada III
Governor Acting Director Secretary
July 1, 2013
Mr. Thomas A. Warren
CooperRiis, Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, N.C. 28756-0416
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit NC0087122
CooperRiis Healing Farm WWTP
Class WW-2
Polk County
Dear Mr. Warren:
The Division has reviewed your request to renew the subject permit. Please review this draft carefully to
ensure your thorough understanding of the information, conditions, and requirements it contains.
The draft permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit:
➢ Parameter codes have been added to section A. (1) to simplify data entry on DMR forms.
With this notification, the Division will solicit public comment on this draft permit by publishing a notice in
newspapers having circulation in the general Polk County area, per EPA requirements. Please provide
your comments, if any, to me no later than 30 days after receiving this draft permit.
Following the 30-day public comment period, the Division will review all pertinent comments and take
appropriate action prior to issuing a final permit. If you have questions concerning the draft, please contact
me at the telephone number or e-mail address listed at the bottom of this page.
Sincerely,
lwk �' vaw�
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: NPDES Unit
Juanita James / James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
[3801 Asheville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 28791]
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] / FAX [phone] / Internet: www.newaterquality.org
[e-mail]
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Permit NCO087122
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Water Quality Commission, and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act, as amended,
CooperRiis, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
CooperRiis Healing Farm WWTP
NC Highway 108 north of Mill Spring
Polk County
to receiving waters designated as Canal Creek in subbasin 03-08-02 of the Broad River Basin in accordance
with the discharge limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and
IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2018.
Signed this day
Thomas A. Reeder, Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
By the Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO087122
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this
permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is 'no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and
provisions included herein.
CooperRiis, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Operate the CooperRiis Wastewater Treatment Plant, located off Highway 108
north of Mill Spring in Polk County. This domestic wastewater facility is a
0.011 MGD dual -train wastewater . plant that includes the following
components:
➢ Equalization basin
➢ Flow splitter box
➢ Dual package plants
➢ Sludge holding tank
➢ UV disinfection
➢ Ultrasonic flow meter
➢ Standby power generator
2. Discharge wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on
the attached map into Canal Creek, currently classified C waters in subbasin
03-08-02 of the Broad River Basin.

Permit NCO087122
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified below:
PARAMETER'. -
LIMIT$
MONITORING REQUIREMEWTS
Monthly,-
Daily
Measurement
Sample Type
Sample Location
[PCSCode} ,'
Average
Maximum
Frequency
Flow
50050
0.011 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00310
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00530
NH3 as N [00610]
13.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
April 1 —October 31
NH3 as N [00610]
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
November 1— March 31
pH
00400
> 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units
— —
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform [31616]
200 / 100 ml
400 / 100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
(geometric mean
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)l
28 Ng/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
50060
Temperature °C
Daily
Grab
Effluent
00010
Notes:
1. TRC limit and monitoring requirements apply only if chlorine is used as a disinfectant or elsewhere in the
treatment process. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory
[including field -certified]. However, TRC values < 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

FACT SH r:T FOR EXPEDITED PERMIT RENEWALS
This form must be completed by Permit Writers for all expedited permits which do not require
full Fact Sheets. Expedited permits are generally simple 100% domestics (e.g., schools, mobile
home parks, etc) that can be administratively renewed with minor changes, but can include
facilities with more complex issues. (Special Conditions, 303(d) listed water, toxicity testing,
instream monitoring, compliance concerns).
Basic Information for Expedited Permit Renewals
Permit Writer/Date
Charles H. Weaver 6/27/2013
Permit Number
NC0087122
Facility Name
Coo erRiis Healing Farm WWTP
Basin Name/Sub-basin number
03-08-02
Receiving Stream
Canal Creek
Stream Classification in Permit
C
Does permit need Daily Maximum NH3 limits?
No — already resent
Does permit need TRC limits/language?
No — already present
Does permit have toxicity testing?
No
Does permit have Special Conditions?
No
Does permit have instream monitoring?
No
Is the stream impaired (on 303(d) list)?
For whatparameter?
No
Any obvious compliance concerns?
None
Any permit modifications since lastpermit?
None
New expiration date
7/31/2018
Comments on Draft Permit .
Added parameter codes.
No other chap es from 2008 renewal.
Most Commonly Used Expedited Language:
• 303(d) language for Draft/Final-Cover Letters: "Please note that the receiving stream
is listed as an impaired waterbody on the North Carolina 303(d) Impaired Waters List.
Addressing impaired waters is a high priority with the Division, and instream data will
continue to be evaluated. If there is noncompliance with permitted effluent limits and
stream impairment can be attributed to your facility, then mitigative measures may be
required".
• TRC language for Compliance Level for Cover Letters/Effluent Sheet Footnote:
"The facility shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC certified laboratory
including field certified. However, effluent values < 50 µg/l will be treated as zero for
compliance purposes."

Cooper Riis, Inc.
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
697-0065 FAX
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2010
Mr. Don Cooper Permit Number: NCO087122
System Description
An extended aeration basin with gravity flow influent into an 11,000 gallon treatment facility,
clarifier, flow equalization, sludge holding tank, 2 bulb single unit ultraviolet light, flow meter, and effluent
gravity line with standby power.
Performance
There were no violations on the effluent limitations. There was one occassion that the
equalization pumps had to be pulled and cleaned out due to stoppages. Belts were also replaced this year.
The air baffle had to be repaired from an air leak.
Violations and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
Thank you,
anita James
James & James Environmental Management, Inc.

PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT — 2010
Cooper Riis, Inc.
Permit Number: NCO087122
Mr. Don Cooper
A copy of the Performance Annual Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina Division of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc. and should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received a copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management, Inc. 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 this documented system and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
Mr. Don Cooper
'Cooper Riis, Inc.

,NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
'Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P.E. John E. Skvarla III
Governor Director Secretary
January 17, 2013
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis, Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, NC 28756-0416
Subject: Renewal Notice
NPDES Permit NC0087122
Cooperriis Healing Farm
Polk County
Dear Permittee:
Your NPDES permit expires on July 31, 2013. Federal (40 CFR 122.41) and North Carolina (15A
NCAC 2H.0105 (e)) regulations state that permit renewal applications must be filed at least 180 days prior
to expiration of the current permit. If you have already mailed your renewal application, you may
disregard this notice.
Your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than February 1, 2013.
Failure to request renewal by this date may result in a civil penalty assessment. Larger penalties may be
assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request.
If any wastewater discharge will occur after July 31, 2013, the current permit must be renewed.
Discharge of wastewater without a valid permit would violate North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1;
unpermitted discharges of wastewater may be assessed civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If all wastewater discharge has ceased at your facility and you wish to rescind this permit,,contact
me at the telephone number or address listed below.
Use the enclosed checklist to complete your renewal package. The checklist identifies the items you
must submit with the permit renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact me at the
telephone number or e-mail address listed below.
Sincerely, E IV E
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Charles H. Wea
NPDES Unit
cc: Cal Files
s-AsheVillRegio`nal-Offsce—Surface Warmer Proteetion.
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX [phone] / [e-mail]
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DWQ/Surface Water Protection Section
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NPDES PERMIT NC008', _ 1,2
COOPERRIIS HEALING FARM
POLK COUNTY
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
➢ A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies.
➢ The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
Representative. Submit one signed original and two copies.
➢ If an Authorized Representative (such as a consulting engineer or environmental consultant) prepares
the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority delegated to any
such Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b of the existing NPDES permit).
➢ A narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or other
solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If your facility has no such
plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids), explain this in writing. Submit one signed
original and two copies.
The following items must be submitted by any Municipal or Industrial facilities discharging
process wastewater:
Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendices A-D to Title 40 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 122) and ALL Municipal facilities with a permitted flow >_ 1.0 MGD must submit a
Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21.
The above requirement does NOT apply to privately owned facilities treating 100%
domestic wastewater, or facilities which discharge non process wastewater (cooling
water, filter backwash, etc.)
Send the completed renewal package to:
Ms. Lisa Palmer
NC DENR / DWQ / Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617

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NCDENR'
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division .of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P.E. John E. Skvarla III
Governor Director Secretary
February 13, 2013
Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc
PO Box 416
Mill Spring NC 28756
SUBJECT: Compliance Sampling Inspection
Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Permit No: NCO087122
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
A" Compliance- Sampling Inspection was conducted at your wastewater treatment facility on
January 29, 2013. Juanita James with James and James Environmental Management
was present during the inspection._ The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit
NC0087122.
Please refer to the enclosed water Compliance Inspection Report for additional
observations and comments. There is one item noted in the report that needs attention to
avoid future upsets. at the facility. If you or your staff. have any questions, please call meat
828-296-4500.
Sincerely,
L;�//,*/
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
eville I'lles
anita James
PO Box 1354
Mountain Home NC 28758
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090-U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 One
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
E P n Washington; D.C. 20460
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Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2 151 31 NCO087122 111 121 13/01/29 17 18I S,I 19I S I 201 II
Remarks
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 OA ----------Reserved------------
67I 169 70131 711 I 721 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)
Cooper Riis Healing Farm
02:00 PM -,, 13/01/29
08/08/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
101 Healing Farm Ln
Mill Spring NC 287565808
02:40 PM 13/01/29
13/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representafive(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official Tille/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Donald R Cooper,PO Box 416 Mill Spring NC 28756/Chairman/828-625-1389/ Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
,Operations & Maintenance 'N Facility Site Review Ef luent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessa
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspectors f Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Linda S Wiggs .�� ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4653/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
3 I NCO087122 111 12I 13/01 /29 1 17 181 S 1
Section D: Summary'of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
EQ basin is due to be pumped. This should be done as soon as possible to avoid an upset at the plant.
The blanket had risen but did not appear to be impacting the effluent.
Samples were obtained:
BOD 6.4 mg/1
Fecal Coliform 18 col./100ml
TSS 9.5 mg/I
Page # 2

Permit: NCO087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
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: James and James signage needs replacing.
Bar Screens
Yes No NA
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Type of bar screen
a.Manual
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Are the bars adequately screening debris?
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Is the screen free of excessive debris?
■ n n
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Is disposal of screening in compliance?
n ❑ n
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Is the unit in good condition?
■ n n
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M Comment:
Grease Removal
Yes No NA
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# Is automatic grease removal present?
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Is grease removal operatingproperly?
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Comment: Grease trap on property.
Primary Clarifier
Yes No NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■ n n
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well 'of circular clarifier?
n n ■
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Are weirs level?
n ❑ n
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Is the site free of weir blockage?
■ n n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■ ❑ n
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Is scum removal adequate?
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
n ■ ❑
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Is the drive unit operational?
n n ■
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable?
n ■ n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately''/e of the sidewall depth)
n ■ n
n
Comment: The sludge blanket was rising. ORC stated temp change caused the
blanket to rise and it is still in recovery. See summary.
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA
NE
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Permit: NCO087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
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?
■
Cl 0.0
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
■
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n n
■
Comment: Aeration basins appeared to be operating properly. DO levels were not
evaluated.
Equalization Basins
Yes
No NA
NE
Is the basin aerated?
■
n n
n
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
■
n n
n
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
n
■ n
n
Are all pumps present?
■
n n
n
Are all pumps operable?
■
n ❑
n
Are float controls operable?
■
n n
n
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
■
n n
n
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
■
n n
n
Comment: The EQ basin had alot of grease. ORC stated the EQ basin is due to be
pumped out soon. Last pumping was -5 months ago.
Disinfection - UV
Yes
No NA
NE
Are extra UV bulbs available on site?
n
■ n
n
Are UV bulbs clean?
❑
n n
■
Is UV intensity adequate?
■
n n
n
Is transmittance at or above designed level?
n
n n
■
Is there a backup system on site?
n
■ n
n
Is effluent clear and free of solids?
■
n n
n
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Permit: NCO087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Disinfection - UV
Comment: Bulbs are kept at James and James storage. Samples obtained, see
summary. Chlorine tablets were not onsite for backup. ORC will make sure some
tablets are brought to site for backup.
ve- Kt.. Kin Kic
Page # 5

NCU R
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Charles Wakild, P.E. John E. Skvarla III
Govemor Director Secretary
February 13; 2013
Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc
PO Box 416
Mill Spring NC 28756
SUBJECT: Deemed Collection System Inspection
Cooper Riis Healing Farm -
Deemed WQ No: WQCSD0362
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Deemed Collection System Inspection form. The
Deemed Collection System Inspection was conducted on January 29, 2013. Juanita
James with James and James Environmental Management . was present during the
inspection. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit WQCSD0362.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
There are a couple of items noted in the report that need your attention. If you or your
staff have any questions, please call me at 828-29.6-4500.
Sincerely,
Linda Wiggs
Environmental Senior Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enclosure
cc: Central -Files
�_evl a =l es
Juanita James
PO Box 1354
Mountain Home NC 28.758
S:\SWP\Polk\WastewaterWlinors\CooperRiis Healing Farm 87122\Collection-Deemed\CEI.ItrdeemedC8.Jan2013.doc
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 NOnrChCaiO/h/lla
Phone: [phone]FAXt 828 299-7043 ��itlfl'li«lJ
Internet: www.ncwaterQualitv.org

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0362 Effective: 09/15/08 Expiration: Owner: Cooper Riis Inc.
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
County: Polk 101 Healing Farm Ln
Region: Asheville
Mill Spring NC 287565808
Contact Person: Donald R Cooper 'Title: Chairman Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Entry Time: 02:00 PM Exit Time: 62:40 PM
Primary Inspector: Linda S Wiggs ffw Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspectors):
Ext.4653 -
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and
operation
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts Records
Inspections. Pump Station Manhole Lines
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: WQCSD0362 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Inc
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
This is a deemed collection system that is all gravity flow.
The following questions may or may not be applicable to this system. NA stands for Not Applicable and NE stands for Not
Evaluated.
The communication in place between the owner and the wastewater treatment plant operator appear to be satisfactory at
maintaining the collection system. See questions below for comments and recommendations.
Page: 2

Permit: WQCSD0362 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Inc
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Performance Standards Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established: and documented? ■ n
What educational tools are used?
There is a grease trap onsite. Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC James and James) will notify the
owner if grease is a problem at Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) so the owner can address kitchen staff.
"Grease trap shall be pumped on a schedule determined by ORC and owner to avoid grease problems at
WWTP.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, i.e. annexation) .
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term Vmaster plan\" concepts?
Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP include Goal Statement?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
Approximate capital improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
**ORC will keep owner abreast of maintenance needs for WWTP.
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
# Does the sign include:
Instructions for notification?
n0nn
Page: 3

Permit: WQCSD0362 Owner -Facility: Cooper Riis Inc
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump station identifier? ❑ ❑ ■ n
24-hour contact numbers n n n
If no, list deficient pump stations
**The collection system is all gravity.
** However, the EQ basin has pumps. ORC will put sign at WWTP for proper notification. This property
always has someone onsite.
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA? ❑ Q ■
Number of pump stations
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements
# Does the permittee have a root control program? Q ❑ ■ n
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
Comment:
Inspections
Yes
No NA
NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available?
M
n n
n
Are records available that document pump station inspections?
n
❑ ■
n
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week?
00
■
n
Are non-SCADA/telemetry equipped pump stations inspected every day?
n
❑ ■
n
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
n
n ■
n
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
❑
❑ ■
Q
# Has there been an observation of remote.areas in the last year?
n
o ■
n
Are records available that document inspections of high -priority lines?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months?
n
n. ■
n
Comment:
**If repairs are performed they are documented in the ORC WWTP log book.
**It is recommended that manhole covers be removed. annually for a visual inspection
Operation & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are all log books available? ■ n n n
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Permit: WQCSD0362 Owner- Facility: Cooper Riis Inc
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? ❑ ❑ Cl ■
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
What is the schedule for reviewing inspection, maintenance, & operations logs and problem areas?
*"The log book is the WWTP ORC log book. If maintenance is needed anywhere in the system the ORC
would be in direct contact with owner.
Are maintenance records for equipment available? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment? ■ n n n
What is the schedule for testing emergency/standby equipment? Performed by
subcontractor.
Do pump station logs include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
n
n ■
n
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
n
n ■
n
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
In
n ■
❑
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
n
n ■
n
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
❑
❑ ■
❑
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
❑
❑ ■
Cl
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
■
n n
n
Are system cleaning records available?
n
■ n
n
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
n
■ E)
n
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Is a Spill Response. Action Plan available?
❑
■ ❑ ❑
Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
n
n n ■
Response time
n
n n ■
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
n
n n ■
Access to cleaning equipment
n
n n ■
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
❑
❑ ❑ ■
Source of emergency funds
❑
❑ ❑ ■
Site sanitation'and cleanup materials
❑
❑ ❑ ■
Post-overflow/spill assessment
n
❑. Cl ■
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
n
❑ n ■
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Permit: WQCSD0362 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Inc
Inspection Date: 01/29/2013 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is the spare parts inventory adequate? ❑ n D ■
Comment:
**The owner and ORC should discuss and come up with a plan in case there is a spill or
overflow/bypass of wastewater.
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
D
D ■
n
Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
n
D ■
D
Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
D
Cl ■
D
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
D
D Cl
D
Is a map of the system available?
■
Cl D
D
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
■ D D
D
Pipe materials
■ n n
D
Pipe location
D D
D
Flow direction
■ ❑ D
D
Approximate pipe age
■ n D
D
Number of service taps
n n ■
D
Pump stations and capacity
0 1=1 ■
I]
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
** There have not been any spills/overflows at.site.
**The map is the engineers plans.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? D D ■ El
Comment:
**Deemed system, a permit is not issued.
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DIVISION OF NVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT WATER UALITY FIELD For Lab Use ONLY
Q -LAB FORM (DM1)
COUNTY
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COMPLIANCE ❑ CHAIN
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INFLUENT
Otherer
Other
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EMERGENCY
ESTUARY
Lab Number:
Date Received: Time:
Rec'd by: - From: Bus -Courier -Hand Del
DATA ENTRY BY: CK:
DATE REPORTED: 1
COLLECTOR(S): .. r �
Estimated 90D Range: 0-5/5-25/25-65/40-130 of 100 plus STATION LOCATION: �00
Seed: Yes ❑ No ❑ Chlorinated: Yes ❑ Nay,` REMARKS:
Station` Date Begin (yy/mm/dd) I Time Begin Date End' Time End Depth DM DB DBM Value Type Composite Sample Type
a
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2
COD High 340
3
COD Low 335
4
Coliform: MF Fecal 31616 l
5
Coliform: MF Total 31504 -
6 6Coliform:
Tube Fecal 31615
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Fixed 510 mg/1"
11
Residue: Suspended 530 mg/1
12
Volatile 535 mg/l'
13
Fixed 540 mg/1
14
pH 403 units
15
Acidity to pH 4.5 436 mg/l
16
Acidity to pH 8.3 435 . mg/1
17
Alkalinity to pH 8.3 415 mg/l
18
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/l
19
TOC 680 msn
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Turbidity 76 NTU
Chloride 940 mg/I
Chi a: Tri 32217 ug/i
Chi a: Corr 32209 ug/I
Pheophytin a 32213 ug/l
Color: True 80 Pt -Co
Color:(pH ) 83 ADM[
Color: pH 7.6 82 AD MI
Cyanide 720 mg/I
Fluoride 951 mg/I
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/I
Grease and Oils 556 mg/I
Hardness Total900 mg/l
Specific,Cond. 95 uMhos/cm2
MBAS 38260 mg/I
Phenols 32730 ug/I
Sulfate 945 mg/I
Sulfide 745 mg/l
A H L
NH3 as N 610 mgA
TKN as N 625 mg/1
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mgA
P: Total as P 665 mg/I
PO4 as P 70507 mg/l
P: Dissolved as P 666 mgA
CdCadmium 1027 ugA
Cr-Chromium:Total1034 ugA
Cu-Copper 1042 ug/I
NI -Nickel 1067 ug/I
Pb-Lead 1051 ugA
Zn-Zinc 1092 ugA
Ag-Silver 1077. ug/I
AI -Aluminum 1105 u9/1
Be -Beryllium 10.12 ug/I
Ca -Calcium 916 mgA
Co -Cobalt 1037 ug/I
Fe -Iron 1045 ugA
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Li -Lithium 1132
ug/I
Mg -Magnesium 927
mg/I
Mn-Manganese 1055
ug/1
Na-Sodium 929
mg/l
Arsenic:Total 1002
ug/i
Se -Selenium 1147
ug/I
Hg-Mercury 71900
ug/I
Organochlorine Pesticides
Organophosphorus Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/ Neutral Extractable Organics
Acid Extractable Organics
Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle reg'd)
Phytoplankton
Sampling Point %
Conductance at 25 C
Water Temperature (C)
D.O. mgA
pH
Alkalinity
Acidity
Air Temperature (C)
pH 8.3 pH 4.5
pH 4.5 pH 8.3
2
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10
300 .
400 1&
82244 431
82243 182242
20.
Salinity %
Precipition On/day)
Cloud Cover %
Wind Direction (Deg)
Stream Flow Severity
Turbidity Severity
Wind Velocity M/H
Stream Depth ft.
Stream Width ft.
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JAWS & JAM ES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 519, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
July July 7, 2010
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Cop R`iis:Healing Farm
NPDES NC0087.122,
NOV-2016-PC-06'
Dear Mrs. Frazier,
® E c E
yE
J U L 12 2010
WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
This letter is in response to the elevated fecal coliform collected during your annual inspection of
this facility. The operator was instructed to clean the casing of the UV light as the reading turns to 0.3 to
accommodate the dosing flow of the facility.
Thank you for your attention in this matter.
`Thank you,
Harry & Juanita James

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
June 8, 2010
Mr. Robert Sawers,
Executive Director
Cooper Riis Inc.
101 Healing Farm Lane
Mill Spring, NC 28756
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-201 O-PC-0668
Compliance Sampling Inspection
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Permit No. NCO087122
Polk County
Dear Mr. Sawers:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Inspection Reportfrom the inspection conducted May 25,
2010. The treatment facility was found to be in violation of Permit NCO087122 for the following:
Samples taken during the inspection revealed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Fecal Coliform
5-25-10
400 col/100 ml
>2000 col/100 ml
Daily Maximum
Please refer to the enclosed Inspection Report for any additional observations and
comments.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in
writing to this office within fifteen (15) working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the
causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations.
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION — ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 o Carolina
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 atura!!y
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org,dv%.

Mr. Robert Sawers
Cooper Riis Inc.
June 8, 2010
Page 2of2
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier at
828-296-4662.
Sincerely,
FOE Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Attachment
cc: James & James Env. Mgmt., w/ attachment
Central Files w/ attachment
ARO_Fllesw, attachment
Enforcement w/ attachment
S:\SWP\Polk\Wastewater\Minors\CooperRiis Healing Farm 87122\NOV-2010-PC-0668.5-25-10.doc

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Approved.
E r^ A Washington, D.C. 20460
H
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 FacType
1 I NI 2 15I 31 NCO087122 Ill 121 10/0S/25 117 181 SI 191 SI 201 I
Remarks
21111111111111 111111111111 1111,111111111111 11111116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ---------Reserved----------
67 I 1.0 1 69 70131 711 I 72 I N I 73 LU 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number_
Cooper Riis Healing Farm
12:00 PM 10/05/25
08/08/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 108
Mill Spring NC 28756
12:35 PM 10/05/25
13/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/
Name, Address of Responsible OfficialrFitle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Donald R Cooper,PO Box 416 Mill Spring NC 28756/Chairman/828-625-1389�
0
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit N Flow Measurement E Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
B 7 6--76146
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 (cont. )
3I NC0087122 I11 12I 10/05/25 I17 18ISI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
FACILITY DESCRIPTION:
The CooperRiis, Inc. - CooperRiis WWTP is classified as a class II facility and rated as a
0.011 MGD extended aeration package plant consisting of: a 3200 gallon flow equalization
basin with inlet bar screen and removable basket, 20 gpm duplex pumps, audio/visual alarm, 2
blowers at 11 cfm each; splitter box with adjustable weirs; dual train aeration basins (-5600
gallons each - 11,040 gallons total) with duplex blower system for fine bubble diffused air (3
blowers at 36 cfm each); dual 920 gallon hopper -type clarifiers with air lift sludge return;
2900 gallon sludge holding tank with diffused air; single bank UV disinfection system with 1
module at 2 lamps/module and audio/visual alarm; Isco 3010 Ultrasonic flow meter and v-notch
weir; and Detroit Diesel Spectrum 35 KW propane standby emergency generator.
PERMIT / INSPECTION / LOG:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on
6-16-2008 by Jim Reid.
The permit expires on 7-31-2013. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events, process
control and field testing data. A copy of the current permit was also on -site.
TREATMENT UNITS / PROCESS CONTROL TESTING DATA:
The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows:
Temperature = 22.5 degrees Celsius in both basins
pH = 7.5 units
Dissolved Oxygen = 7.5 mg/I in the right basin and 8.2 mg/I in the left basin
Tip: The ideal level for dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin is generally 1 to 3
mg/I. Seasonal changes in temperature require the adjustment of the aeration timer to
achieve ideal dissolved oxygen levels.
Settleable Solids = 100 ml/I = 10% -- The plant had been recently pumped of excess MLSS.
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Permit: NCO087122 Owner -Facility: Cooper Riis,Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 05/25/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
EFFLUENT:
The effluent data was as follows:
Dissolved Oxygen = 2.73 mg/I
pH = 7.5 units
Temperature = 22.5 degrees Celsius
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
The Isco Ultrasonic 3010 flow meter was last calibrated on June 25, 2009.
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY:
Ms. Juanita James, ORC contractor, assisted in the inspection. The facility appears to be
well operated and maintained.
Samples were taken during the inspection. The results were as follows:
BOD 18 mg/I
TSS = 21 mg/I
Fecal coliform = >2000 colonies/100 ml -- Non -compliant;
Permit limit is 400 colonies/100 ml daily maximum.
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Permit: NCO087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 05/25/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Cl
❑
■ ❑
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:
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
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Bar Screens
Yes
No NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
■
b.Mechanical
n
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
Comment:
Equalization Basins
Yes
No NA
NE
Is the basin aerated?
■
n n
n
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
■
Cl ❑
n
Is the basin 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
rl
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
■
n n
n
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
■
n n
n
Comment:
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Permit: NC0087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 05/25/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Disinfection - UV
Yes
No
NA
, NE
Are extra UV bulbs available on site?
■
n
n
n
Are UV bulbs clean? .
■
Is UV intensity adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is transmittance at or above designed level?
■
n
n
n
Is there a backup system on site?
■
n
n
n
Is effluent clear and free of solids?
■
n
n
n
Comment: The UV disinfection unit consists of one module. Backup disinfection is
acheived by the use of chlorine tablets and dechlorination tablets.
Standby Power
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is automatically activated standby power. available?
■
❑
❑
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
■
❑
❑
11
Is the generator tested under load?
■
0
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
❑
❑
Comment: The generator self -tests twice a week for 15 minutes a cycle. The operator
also tests the generator on Mondays. The generator is currently out -of -service, awaiting
replacement parts and service. Prince Propane is the fuel vendor. The fuel tank is
currently 68% full.
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA N
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ■ ❑ Cl
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? ■ Cl 0 rl
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? n n ■
Comment:
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Permit: NCO087122
Inspection Date: 05/25/2010
Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
D
D
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
D
D
■
D
Are the diffusers operational?
■
D
D
D
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
D
D
D
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
D
Cl
D
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
D
D
D
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
D
■
D
D
Comment: DOS were high: 7.5 mg/l in the right basin and 8.2 mg/I in the left basin.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
■
❑
❑
D
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
D
❑
■
D
Are weirs level?
■
D
❑
D
Is the site free of weir blockage?
■
D
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
■
D
D
D
Is scum removal adequate?
■
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
■
D
D
D
Is the drive unit operational?
❑
D
■
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
■
D
D
D
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
D
D
D
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately % of the sidewall depth)
■
D
D
D
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes
No
NA
NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
■
❑
Q
0
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
■
❑
D
r1
Is the flow meter operational?
■
D
D
El
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
❑
❑
D
■
Comment:
Disinfection - UV
Yes
No
NA
NE
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division .of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
March 14, 2012
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2012-LV-0157
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
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Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of Cooper Riis Healing Farm's monitoring report for October 2011 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Coliform, Fecal MF,, M-FC
Broth,44.5C
10/04/2011
400 #/100ml
600 #/100ml
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
Remedial actions, if not already .implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the
comments section on the reverse. of the relevant DMR. 'provided an adequate explanation for the subject
violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations
of State law. If you should have any questions, please call Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4600.
Sincerely,
Chuck Cranford, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2011
Mr. Don Cooper Permit Number: NCO087122
System Description
An extended aeration basin with gravity flow influent into an 11,000 gallon treatment facility,
clarifier, flow equalization, sludge holding tank, 2 bulb single unit ultraviolet light, flow meter, and effluent
gravity line with standby power.
Performance This system had one violation the entire year with regard to Fecal Coliform. The rest of
the year the facility ran very well.
Violations and corrective actions taken
1. October, 2011
a. Fecal Coliform
i. 10/4 @ >600 colonies/100 mis
1. We determined that the cause of the violation was due to the UV light not
giving an adequate disinfection. The sleeves were pulled and cleaned.
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
Thank you,
Juanita James
James & J:anu
T9 2012
V:+ATER QUALITY SECTION

PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT — 2011
Cooper Riis, Inc.
Permit Number: NCO087122
Mr. Don Cooper
A copy of the Performance Annual Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina Division of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc. and should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received a copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared by James & James
Environmental Management, Inc. 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 this documented system and that those users have been
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
Mr. Don Cooper
Cooper Riis, Inc.

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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 18, 2011
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2011-MV-0064
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing. Farm WWTP
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
A review of Cooper Riis Healing Farm's WWTP monitoring report for October 2010 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Flow, Continuous
10/31/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant"- with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above
parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt
of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR and also a copy to this
office.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action.for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4600.
Sincerely,
C
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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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
August 20, 2010
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina-28756
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-MV-0105
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
A review of Cooper Riis Healing Farm's monitoring report for April 2010 showed the following
violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Ammonia Nitrogen
Week ending: 04/03/2010
Weekly
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above
parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on
the front page of your DMR.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue
enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500.
Sincerely,
gogerE wards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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COD High 340 mg/L
COD Low 335 mg/L
Coliform: MY Fecal 31616 /100101
Coliform: MY Tota131504 /loom]
Coliform: tube Fecal31615 /100m1
Coliform: Fecal Strep 31673 /100021
Residue: Total 500 mg/L
Volatile SDS mg/L
Fixed 510 mg/L
Residue: Suspended 530 mg/L
Volatile 535 mgfL
Fixed 640 mg/L
pH 403 units
Acidity to pH 45 436 mg/L
Acidity to pH 83 435 mg/L
Alkalinity to pH 83 415 mg/L
Alkalinity to pH 4.5 410 mg/L
TOC 680 mg/L
Turbidity 76 NTU
Coliform Total Tube /100 ml
COMMENTS:
Chloride 940 mg/L
Chlorophyll a EPA 445.0 modified option ug/L
Color. True 80 au.
Color: (pH) 83 pH= c.a.
Color: pH 7.6 82 C.U.
Cyanide 720 mg/L
Fluoride 951 mg/L
Formaldehyde 71880 mg/L
Grease and Oils 556 mg/L
Hardness Total 900 mg/L
Specific Cond. 95 amhos/em
MBAS 38260 mg/L
Phenols 32730 ug/L
Sulfate 945 mg1L
Sulfide 745 mg/L
Boron
Tannin & Lignin ug(L
Hexavalent Chromium ug/L
Bicarbonate mg/L
Carbonate mg/L
Total Dissolved Solids mg/L
NH3 as N 610 mg/L
TKN an N 625 mg/L
NO2 plus NO3 as N 630 mg/L
P: Total as P 665 mg(L
PO4 as P 70507 mg/L
P: Dissolved as P 666 mg/L
K-Patassiam mg/L
Cd- Cadmium 1027 ug/L
Cr-Chromium:Total1034 ug/L
Cu- Copper 1042 ug/L
Ni-Nickel 1067 ug/L
Pb- Lead 1051 ug/L
Zn- Zinc 1092 ug/L
V-Vanadium ug/L
Ag- Silver 1077 ug/L
Al- Aluminum 1105 ug/L
Be. Beryllium 1012 ug/L
Co. Calcium 916 mg/L
Co- Cobalt 1037 ug/L
Fe- Iron 1045 ug/L
Mo-Molybdenum ugIL
Sb-Antimony ug/L
Sn-Tm ug/L
TI-Thaillum ug/L
Ti-Titauium ug/L
Hg-163I ng/L
Lab Number : ,WS
Date Received:
Time Received :
Received By
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Date Reported
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Mg- Magnesium 927 mg/L
Mn-Manganese 1055 ug/L
Na- Sodium 929 mg/L
Arsenic:Total 1002 ug/L
Se- Selenium 1147 ug/L
Hg- Mercury 71900 ug/L
Ba-Barium ug[L
Organochlorine Pesticides
Organophosphorus Pesticides
Orgesonitrogen Pesticides
Acid Herbicides
Base/Neutra]&Acld Extract Organics
TPH Diesel Range
Purgeable Organics (VOA bottle req'd)
TPH Gasoline Range
TPH/BTEX Gasoline Range
Phytoplankton
Temperature on arrival ('C): �+

Cooper Riis, Inc.
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
OFFICE
697-0065 FAX
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2009
Mr. Don Cooper Permit Number: NCO087122
System Description
An extended aeration basin with gravity flow influent into a 11,000 gallon treatment facility,
clarifier, flow equalization, sludge holding tank, 2 bulb single unit ultraviolet light, flow meter, and effluent
gravity line with standby power.
Performance
There were no violations on the effluent limitations. There was several times that the equalization
pumps had to be pulled and cleaned out due to stoppages. Belts were also replaced this year. The air baffle
had to be repaired from an air leak. One of the equalization basin blowers was replaced this year along
with a time clock and alternator. A manufactured basket was placed in the bar grate of the equalization
basin to catch the majority of the trash entering the facility. This has lessened the number of times that the
pumps have clogged.
Violations and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with explicit directions to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to the State
of North Carolina on behalf of this entity along with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
Thank you, tt .
JnU/`Z)
J ita James
James & James Environmental Management, Inc.
2/28/10
I
MAR 1 6 2010
1NATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REG� OFFICE
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MAR 052010

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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
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
Dear Mr. Cooper:
Director
July 17, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0116
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Secretary
A review of Cooper Riis Healing Farm's WWTP monitoring report for April 2009 showed the
following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
NH3 as N
Week ending 4/04/09
Weekly
Failure to Monitor Weekly
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when
in fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-
compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may
pursue enforcement action for this andany additional violations of State law.
­. To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing
to this office within 10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-
compliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-
4500.
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Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 519, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
October 14, 2009
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2090 U S Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Attn : Janet Cantwell
Re: Cooper Riis Healing Farm Permit Number NCO087122
NOV — 2009-LV-0116
Dear Ms. Cantwell,
This letter is in reference to the letter dated July 17, 2009 regarding the failure to monitor
Ammonia Nitrogen on a weekly basis.
The week was partially in one month and partially in another. The operator believed that the
sample was collected in the previous month but was mistaken.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you and will be more diligent in the
future. With highest regards, we are
Very truly yours,
" I quaX26-g
Harry & Juanita James

06/01/2009 15:56 8286969738 HARRY JAMES PAGE 05
JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
June 1, 2009
Janet Cantwell
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2090 U S Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP, Permit Number NC0087122
NOV-2009-MV-0054
Dear Ms. Cantwell,
The Discharge Monitoring Report for the month of November, 2008 failed to document
continuous flow for the V and 2nd of the month. The DMR was amended to show the flow numbers as was
documented in the operators log book.
We apologize for this oversight. Please accept the amended DMK.
If you have additional questions, please contact us. With highest regards, we are
�Ju ita James
James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc.

06/01/2009 15:56 8286969.7a8 HARRY JAMES PAGE 04
JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, INC
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
[phone] OFFICE
[phone] FAX
June 1, 2009
Janet Cantwell
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
2090 TJ S Highway 70
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Re: Cooper Riis Healing Farm W WTP, Permit Number NCO087122
NOV-2009-MV-0053
Dear Ms. Cantwell,
The Discharge Monitoring Report for the month of October, 2008 failed to document a pH for the
I'm week of operations. The DMR was amended to show the pH number as was documented in the
operators log book.
We apologize for this oversight. please accept the amended DMR.
If you have additional questions, please contact us. With highest regards, we are
,C V-
Harry & Juanita James
James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc.

NC® R COPY
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
Dear Mr. Cooper:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
April 17, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0054
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Dee Freeman
Secretary
A review of Cooper Riis Healing Farm's monitoring report for November 2008 showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date -
Measuring
Violation
Frequency
Flow, Continuous
11/01/08
Continuous
Failure to Monitor Continuous
Flow
Flow, Continuous
11/02/08
Continuous
Failure to Monitor Continuous
-
Flow
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should have
been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance. .
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within
10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance,and all actions taken to prevent the "
recurrence of similar situations.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
O Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
April 17, 2009
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc.
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0053
Permit No. NCO087122
Cooper Riis Healing Farm WWTP
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
A review of Cooper Riis Healing Farm's monitoring report for October 2008 showed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
pH 00400
10/04/08
Weekly
Failure to Monitor Weekly
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should have
been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation of the reason for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law.
To prevent further action, carefully review these violations and deficiencies and respond in writing to this office within
10 working days of receipt of this letter. You should address the causes of non-compliance and all actions taken to prevent the
recurrence of similar situations.
If you. should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
ov Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Files
DWQ Central Files
James & James Environmental/ ORC
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North Carolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannan6a,.N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org FAX [phone]

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JAMES & JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, II�CJ �J
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758 a
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PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT - 2008 N
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Cooper Riis, Inc. Mr. Don Cooper Permit Number: IyC00.8 1 2 m z ___
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System Description
An extended aeration basin with gravity flow influent into a 11,000 gallon treatment facility,
clarifier, flow equalization, sludge holding tank, 2 bulb single unit ultraviolet light, flow meter, and effluent
gravity line with standby power.
Performance for 2008
This system ran very well in 2008. There were no violations on the effluent limitations. There
were several times that the equalization pumps had to be pulled and cleaned out due to stoppages and the
pumps were placed on chocks to raise them off the bottom.
Violations for 2008 and corrective actions taken
none
This report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification of the availability of this report
to each of their users. A certified statement will.be sent to the State when this notice has been issued.
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I
further certify that this report has been made .available to the users or customers of the named system and
that those users have been notified of its availability. I also certify that this report has been given to the
owner of this facility with' explicit directions .to make the user aware of the availability of this report and the
location with.which a copy can be viewed or received. James & James Environmental Mgt., Inc cannot
certify that the latter has been.completed and will enclose a letter of certification to be mailed to. the State
of -North Carolina on behalf of this entity along.with all pertinent information regarding this system for the
conclusion of this requirement.
Thank you,
uanita James
James & James Environmental Management,.Inc.
2/20/09
MAR — 4 2009
®ENR - WATER OUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH

PERFORMANCE. ANNUAL REPORT — 2008
Cooper Riis, Inc.
Permit Number: NCO087122
Mr. Don Cooper
A copy of the Performance Annual Report has already been filed with the
State of North Carolina.Division.of Water Quality in triplicate by James &
James Environmental Management, Inc.. and -should be in your possession at
this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the responsible
party of this facility, has received,a-copy of this report and was directed to
give the users knowledge of this -report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify under penalty of law that this report prepared
Environmental Management, Inc. is complete and acc
knowledge. I further certify that this -report has been i
users or customers of this.documented system and tha
notified of its availability.
Thank you,
f
Mr. Don Cooper
Cooper Riis, Inc.
)y James & James
rate to the best of my
jade available to the
those users have been

Michael F. Easley, Governor
11�William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
j North Carolina Department c' onment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
r .I G ®� Y Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
June 18, 2008
Mr. Donald R Cooper
Cooper Riis, Inc.
Post Office Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Permit No: NCO087122
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
Enclosed please find the - report off the .Compliance Evaluation Inspection
conducted on June 16, 2008 by. staff of the Asheville Regional Office. The facility was
found to be in compliance with permit NC0087122.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If there are questions or items with which this agency could be of assistance,
contact the writer at 828-296-4651.
Sincerely,
James R Reid
Environmental Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Danielle Ann Hunter, James & James. Environmental
Central Files
WEOMMIMft
_ Dne Carolina
�tllCally
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
/'1
OMB No. 2040-0067
Water. Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 I CI 31 NC0087122 111 121 - 08/06/16 117 181 rl 191 cl 20' I
1-! 1=J U
Remarks
2111111111111111111111111111.11.111111111111IIII1116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 61 QA --- — -- - — -- Reserved---------
67 I 169 70 ( 3 I 71 U 72 L N I 73 � 74 751 I I I I 1. 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/Dale
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
L
Cooper Riis Healing Farm
01:40 PM 08/06/16
03/11/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 108
Mill Spring NC 28756 -
02:00 PM 08/06/16
08/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)ffitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Danielle Ann Hunter/ORC/828-697-0063/
Name, Address of Responsible Officialfiitle/Phone and Fax Number .
Donald R Cooper,PO Box 416 Mill Spring NC 28756/Chairman/828-625- 38rdcted
0
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
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
James R Reid ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4651/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
It •U
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NC0087122 I11 12I 06/06/16 1
17 18'C
1
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
There was no flow at the time of inspection: Treated effluent in troughs and tanks was clear and free of
solids. Sludge had accumulated behind the baffles (separating the aeration basins and clarifiers) to the
point that cleaning was needed.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 06/16/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
Yes No
NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted anew application?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Comment:
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?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Dates, times and location of sampling
■
Name of individual performing the sampling
■
Results of analysis and calibration
■
Dates of analysis
■
Name of person performing analyses
■
Transported COCs
■
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
❑ ❑
■ ❑
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
■ ❑
❑ ,0
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Page # 3

Permit: NC0087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 06/16/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
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:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
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 '/e of the sidewall depth)
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Baffle between the aearation basin and clarifier had sufficient accumulation
,of scum/solified solids that cleaning was required.
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
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?
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Page # 4

t r�
Permit: NCO087122 Owner - Facility: Cooper Riis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 06/16/2008 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Is the DO level acceptable? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Disinfection - UV
Are extra UV bulbs available on site?
Are UV bulbs clean?
Is UV intensity adequate?
Is transmittance at or above designed level?
Is there a backup system on site?
Is effluent clear and free of solids?
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:
Yes No NA NE
Page # 5.

F VI A, Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
>_ Dux Division of Water Quality
' Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
OCTOBER 23, 2006
Mr. Donald R. Cooper -
Cooper Riis Inc.
PO Box 416
Mill Spring, NC 28756
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: Compliant
Cooper Riis Inc.
Cooper Riis Healing farm
Permit number NCO087122
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on October 12, 2006 by Wanda Frazier of the Asheville Regional Office.
The facility was found to be in compliance with permit NC0087122.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely,
:1
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: James & James, ORC
_. Asheville RO—faciir y file
Central Files
NorthCarolina
Natuna!!if
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax:-[phone] Customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency'
Form Approved.
EP p Washington, D.C. 20460
H
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98.
"Section A: National Data System Coding (Le., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 'I 5I. 11 NCO087122 111 121 06/10/12 117 181 C1. 19I sI 20I' .I '
Remarks
211 I I I I I 1 1 I I .1 . I I I I I I I I I.1 I I 1 I I I I I I I I .I I I I I. I I I I I I I 116
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA — -----Reserved---------
67I 1.0 169 70131 71 I I 72I N I 73 LLJ 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data '
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Weis discharging to POTW, also include.;
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES_permit Number)
09:00 AM 06/10/12
-.03/11/01
Cooperriis Healing -Farm
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 108
Mill Spring NC 28756
10:00 AM 06/10/12
08/07/31
1
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)Mtles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Donald R Cooper,PO Box 416 Mill Spring NC 28756/Chairman/828-625-1389
0
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit' Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports , •' Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-29.6-4500 Ext.4662/„'
ZIA la?Vz�2t.-
Sig lure of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
0
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous.editions are obsolete..
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (Cont.) 1
3I NCO087122 I11 12I 06/10/12 117 18N
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Attached is a summary review of the last 12 months of discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) for your
facility. This summary shows the monthly average value reported for each required parameter.
A review of the files indicates that the permit expires July 31, 2008.
Please request a permit renewal by February 1, 2008
The Annual Performance Report has been filed for the year.
The log book was present on -site and had good notation of daily events.
The aeration basin process control data was as follows on the day of the inspection.
Dissolved Oxygen =
Cell #1 3.4 mg/I
Cell #2 2.1 mg/I.
Temperature =
22.0 degress Celcius
22.1 degrees Celcius
Settleable Solids =
60%
90%
pH =
7.0 units
7.1 units
The effluent data was as follows on the day of the inspection.
Dissolved Oxygen =
2.8 mg/I
Temperature =
16.5 degrees Celcius
Chlorine =
n/a -- this facility uses ultra -violet disinfection
pH =
7.0 units
On -site during the inspection were Harry James & Danielle Hunter.
The effluent appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with permit limits.
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained. The operator is doing a good job.
Page # 2

J
Permit: NCO087122 Owner- Facility: Cooperdis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 10/12/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No.
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in months or less). Has the permittee submitted 'a new application? `
n
n
■
❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
0.
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
n
■
Is'access to the plant site restricted to the general public? -'
■
❑
❑
n
Is the inspector-grahted access to all areas for inspection?
■-
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
■
n.
n
n
. - -
S
Does the facilityanalyze process• control parameters, for ex- MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge
�:=
n
n
n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
`
- r
Page # 3

PERMIT NUMBER: NCO087122
FACILITY NAME: Cooper Riis Inc - Cooperriis Healing Farm
CITY: Mill Spring COUNTY: Polk
OUTFALL: 001 EFFLUENT
PERIOD ENDING MONTH: 8 - 2006
REGION: Asheville
DMR 12 Month Calculated
00010
00310
00400
00530
00610
31616
50050
50060
deg c
mg/1
su
mg/l
mg/l
#/100ml
mgd
ug/1
Temperature,
BOD, 5-Day (20
pH
Solids, Total
Nitrogen,
Coliform, Fecal
Flow, in
Chlorine, Total
Water Deg.
Deg. C)
Suspended
Ammonia Total
MF, M-FC
conduit or thru
Residual
Centigrade
(as N)
Broth,44.5C
treatment plant
30
30
0.011
1 - 06
12
5.9
6.6 - 7.4
5.1
1.5
1
0.003935
30
30
0, 011
2-06
11.7
9.8325
7 - 7.4
8.6
3.3
2.482824
0.004004
30
30
0.011
3-06
"
13.434783
6.275
7 - 7.8
3.575
4.55
1
0.003645
30
30
13
0.011
4-06
17.263158
6,.675
6.8 - 7.1
6.95
1
1.681793
0.0038
30
30
13
0.011
5-06
19.590909
6.258
6.8 - 7.4
3.4
4.06
2.186724
0.00461
30
30
13
0.011
6-06
23.545455
4.975
7 - 7.3
3.9
1.425
1.189207
0.005559
30
30
13
0.011
7-06
25.789474
5.04
6.8 - 7.4
5.1
1.325
1
0.005065
30
30
13
0.011
8-06
28.26087
4.06
7.2 - 7.4
4.88
1.66
1
0.004623
30
30
13
0.011
9-05
22.380952
5.75
6.4 - 6.8
9.625
1.25
33.907931
0.003873
30
30
13
0.011
10-05
20.619048
6.725
6.7 - 7.4
2.625
8.2
33.423632
0.004519
30
30
11 - 05
16.578947
1 8.16
6.9 - 7.3
2.88
6.65
3.245342
0.003923
30
30
0.011
12-05
12.210526
5.3675
1 6.7 - 7.4
4.65
0.55
3.193437
0.003697
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G.-Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department'of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
jj jjn—�• Division of Water Quality
January 28, 2008 VAH 2.9.2008. )
CERTIFIED MAIL 7007 0710 0000 5376 7.792
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Donald R. Cooper
Cooper Riis, Inc.
P.O. Box,416
Mill Springs, NC 28756
Dear Mr. Cooper:
WATER nLIALITY SECTION
AS!iEVli_LE RF' ,ONAI_ CFrICE
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION - NOV- 2008- LR- 0001
Cooperriis Healing Farm WWTP NC0087122 .
Polk County
This .is to inform you that the Division of Water Quality has not received your monthly monitoring report for
November 2007 after -the required reporting date. This is in violation of Part II, Condition D(2) of the NPDES permit, as
well. as 15A NCAC 213 .506(a), which requires the submittal of Discharge Monitoring Reports no later than the thirtieth
(30th) ,day following the reporting period. Failure to submit reports as required will subject ,the violator to the
assessment of a civil penalty of up to $25,006 per violation. You will be considered noncompliant with the self -
monitoring requirements of your NPDES permit until the report has been submitted.
Please submit the November 2007 DMR report within 15 days of receipt of this notice if you have not yet
submitted it. To prevent further action, please'submit future monthly reports within the above -mentioned
timeframe to avoid further enforcement actions. You are also required to notify the Division each time mailing or
phone numbers are changed which relate to your NPDES permit.
The Division must take these steps. because timely submittal of discharge monitoring reports is essential to the
efficient operation of, our water quality programs. We appreciate your assistance in this matter. If you have any questions
about this letter or Discharge Monitoring Reports, please -contact me at 919-733-5083, extension 539.
Sincerely,
Bob Guerra
Western Region NPDES, Unit
cc:A euill'e Surface Water Protection Supervisor
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�• NoOehCarolina
• atura!!y
North Carolina Division of. Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Intemet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX. [phone]
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James James Environmental M6c-, Inc. System: �` Permit Number
Cooper Riis, Inc. NCO087122
.LAMES & .LAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PO BOX 1354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
OFFICE: [phone] FAX: [phone]
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
2007
I. General Information
Facility/System Name:
Responsible: Entity:
COOPER RIIS, INC
DON COOPER
Person in Charge/Contact: DON COOPER
Applicable Permit(s): NCO087122
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
4—
MAR 1 1 2008
f---- ----------
VV:�T�R OUALITY SECTION
OFFICE
An.extended aeration basin with a 11,000 gallon. treatment facility, flow equalization
dual path aeration basins, single digester, through a 2 bulb single unit ultraviolet
light, flow meter,and stand-by power generator.
II. Performance
Text Summary of System Performance for Calendar Year 2007
This -system ran very well during 2007 with no violations. The influent pumps are
experiencing times of stopping up due to the influent trash eventhough there'is a
bar grate in place. Different options are being pursued.
List (by Month) any violations of permit conditions or other environmental
regulations. <Monthly lists should include discussion of any environmental impacts
and corrective measures taken to address violations. Attach additional sheets if needed.
III. Notification:
A copy of,this report has been sent to the Owner with directions to give notification
of the availability of this report to each of their users. A certified statement will be
sent to the State when this issue has been rectified.
lj�

James James Environmental Mg'..; tic• System: Permit Number
Cooper Riis, Inc. NCO087122
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 .named system and that those users have been notified
of its availability. (please see below)
I certifythat this report has been given to the Owner of this Entity with explicit
directions to. make the user aware of the availability -of this report and the
location with which a copy can be either viewed or received. James. & James
Environmental cannot.certify thatthe latter has been completed and will enclose
a letter -of _.certification to be mailed to. the State of North Carolina on behalf of this
Entity along with all.pertinent information regarding this system for the conclusion
of this requirement.
Auanita James/ James A James Environmental Management 2/20108
Responsible .Person Date
Title
,Entity

f James James Environmental System:.
Cooper Riis, Inc.
JAMES-.& JAMES ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
PO BOX 9354, MOUNTAIN HOME, NC 28758
OFFICE: (828).697-0063 FAX: [phone]
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General, Information
Facility/System..Name: COOPER RIIS, INC
Responsible Entity: DON COOPER
Person ;in-Charge/Contact: DON COOPER
Applicable:Permit(s): . NCO087122
Permit Number
NCO087122
A,copy of the PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT has already been filed
with you by James & James Environmental Management and should be in your
possession •at this time. On that report, the certification was stated that I, the
owner of: -this. Entity,_ has received a copy of this.report.and was directed to give
the. users: knowledge.of the report and access to it.
Therefore:
I certify: under penalty of .law that this report prepared by James 4 James
Environmental. -Management is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. Ifurther certify that this report has been made available to the users
or customers :of the named system and that those users have been notified of
its availability.
Responsible. Person
Title
Entity
Date

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�F 1NATFRr" M CI F. sleAGoverno
Q Wilam G. Ro Jr.l;Secretary
O North Carolina Department or rnviro�lment and Na'iural ffes7urces" �
r" Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
p Division of Water Quality
Asheville Regional Office
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION
March 22, 2006
Donald R. Cooper
CooperRiis Incorporated-
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring North Carolina 28756
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Status: Compliant
CooperRiis Healing Farm
Permit No: NCO087122
Polk County
Dear -Mr. Cooper:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from
the inspection conducted on February 14, 2006. The facility appeared to, be in compliance
with Permit # NC0087122.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and
comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at '828-296-4500,
Ext.4667.
Sincerely,
Janet Cantwell
Environmental Technician
Enclosure
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James & James Environmental
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2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 Telephone: [phone] Fax: [phone] customer Service 1 877 623-6748

United States Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
Form Approved.
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OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2t5I 31 NCO087122 111 12I 06/92/14 117 18r191LJcl 20_LJ J
Remarks
211III
1I11'IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIIIJill ll16
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CIA — -- Reserved ----
67 I 169 70 71 LI 72 I N I 73 LIJ 74 75I I I ] I I I 180
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
Cooperriis Healing Farm
01:47 PM 06/02/14
03/11/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
NC Hwy 108
Mill Spring NC 28756
02:07 PM 06/02/14
08/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)Ttles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Juanita Reed James/ORC/828-697-0063/
Name, Address of Responsible Ofttciallritle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Donald R Cooper,PO Box 416 Mill Spring NC 28756/Chairman/828-625-1389d
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Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Janet Cantwell ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4667/
Signature of�Management.QA,,Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1
3I NCO087122 1" 121 06/02/14 I17 18'CI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
This facility is an extended aeration basin with flow equalization, dual path aeration basins, single digester,
2-bulb single unit ultraviolet light, flow meter, and stand-by power generator.
This facility appears to be well -maintained and operated.
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Permit: NCO087122
Inspection Date: 02/14/2006
Owner - Facility: Cooperriis Healing Farm
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
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Record Keeping
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Operations& Maintenance
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Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Permit: NCO087122 Owner- Facility: Cooperdis Healing Farm
Inspection Date: 02/14/2006 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO; Sludge
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Comment:
Equalization Basins
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Aeration Basins
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Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?�
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Aerobic Di eg stet
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Permit: NCO087122
Inspection Date: 02/14/2006
Aerobic Digester
Comment:
Disinfection - UV
Are extra UV bulbs available on site?
Are UV bulbs clean?
Is UV intensity adequate?
Is transmittance at or above designed level?
Is there a backup system on site?
Is effluent clear and free of solids?
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Owner- Facility: Cooperriis Healing Farm
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
# 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:
Flowmeter calibrated annually: last calibration was done October 24, 2005.
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:
Yes No NA NE
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
$ William G. Ross' Jr., Secretary
yLMh Iina"Qepartment of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
September 6, 2007
Mr. Cooper
Cooper Riis Inc
PO Box 416
Mill Spring, NC 28756
SUBJECT: Wastewater Collection System
Owner & Operator Requirements
Cooperriis Healing .Farm
NCO087122
Polk County
Dear Mr. Cooper:
I would like to take this opportunity to discuss the requirements for sewerage collection
systems that were first established in 15 NCAC .02H .0200 in March 2000 and are now found in
15 NCAC 2T .0403, Waste Not Discharged to Surface Waters, which became effective
September 1, 2006. These Regulations place significant operation, maintenance and reporting
requirements on those entities that own or operate a wastewater collection system with average
daily flows of less than 200,000 gallons per•da,y. -'
These regulations are applicable to your facility. This letter is provided as -guidance
to assist you in complying with the new reporting and operations and maintenance (O&M)
requirements and to advise you that you are subject to. system review, inspections and possible
enforcement; if the system is not in compliance with the regulation.
For your convenience and easy reference, a highlight of these requirements and the
following guidance are offered (see enclosed). You may find the regulations using the following
web site: http://h26.enr.state.nc.us/peres/Collection%20SVstems/ColledtionSVstemsHome.htmi
The Asheville Regional Office will be increasing the level of oversight, compliance
activities and enforcement relating to collections systems, therefore, we wanted to be sure you
are aware of the requirements for these systems. We will be performing NPDES Wastewater
Collection System inspections sometime in the near future.
NoAhCarolina
Naturally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 US Hwy 70; Swannanoa, NC,28778 Phone [phone]
Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 . FAX [phone]
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September 6, 2007
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If this Office has not previously inspected your wastewater collection system and records
of same, you should be prepared to demonstrate compliance with all criteria listed above.
Enclosed is an inspection form that you can use to assemble your records prior to an inspection
by the staff of this Office.
This Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant on staff to offer assistance to
you in complying with the requirements of these regulations. Should you have questions or
need additional-info-rmatiion regarding this issue, please ceritact Don Price at (828,y296--4500. `- -
Should you have any other questions concerning this correspondence or the
requirements relating to collection systems, please contact Roy Davis or Keith Haynes at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: Deborah Gore - PERCS Unit - w/out enclosures
CAVs-hevilie__Regional"Office=facility :file = w/out__enelosures;_
DWQ - SWPS - Central Office Files - w/out enclosures

WATER ©UALITY SECTION
FFEB 1� 2002
I NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING
Wastewater. I reatment Plant
CooperRiis', Inc.
Polk County; North Carolina
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Tech nicalSpecifications
John T. Coxey
Consulting Engineering, P. A. ,..••01�N- C!�R
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-' 53 Fox Chase Road' West ,. O : FEssi•' %.
Asheville, North Carolina 28804 s r E!
7293
Telephone: [phone]
Fax [phone] `�4 F�'G►NE�Q:�''
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February, 2002L
,- Project No: 20026
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Section
Table of Contents
Wastewater Treatment Plant
UV Disinfection
Flow Meter
2-5
Waste Material Disposal
2-6
Excavation and Backfill
2-36
Fencing
2-41
Seeding
Geotechnical Report
Pages
1-7
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QUALIRECEITY SECTION
B 1 '2oo2
HARGE PERMITTING

I
- PREFABRICATED STEEL
SEWAGE TREATMENT PLANT
GENERAL
There- shall be furnished as shown on the drawings and described in these specifications two,
complete PURESTREAM Model PT-5.5's factory -built extended aeration type sewage treatment
plants with all needed equipment for the efficient operation of the plant, as manufactured by
PURESTREAM, INC. Plant number two shall be a welded steel rectangular tank structure divided
into 5 major sections, a surge tank, aeration tank, settling basin, chlorine contact tank, and
dechlorination tank.
Plant number one shall be a welded steel rectangular tank structure divided into three major sections,
�� a sludge. holding tank, aeration tank, and a settling basin. The principal items of equipment in each
�-,., unit shall include: air diffusers, effluent trough, return' -sludge air lift ovair lifts, rotary blower (s)
complete with necessary motors and controls, blower and -motor housing, all necessary internal
0 piping and accessory equipment as herein specified.. The treatment plant structure shall be reinforced
to withstand normal exterior pressures from the soil and from .the interior hydrostatic load if installed
above grade.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
The two plants shall be capable of treating 11,000 gallons per day of raw sanitary sewage or waste
with a 5-day B.O.D of 240 mg1l.
WORKMANSHIP AND EXPERIENCE
All workmanship and material used throughout the sewage treatment- plants shall be of the highest
quality. The sewage treatment plant -shall be the product of a manufacturer with a minimum of ten
years experience in the design, construction and operation of sewage treatment plants.
CONSTRUCTION.
Treatment plant number one proper shall consist of 5. major sections in one rectangular structure with
all necessary baffles and partitions, factory installed. Treatment plant number two proper shall
consist ' of 3 major sections in one rectangular structure with all necessary baffles and partitions,
r factory installed. All side walls, bottom and partitions shall be of structural grade 1/4" steel plate.
I All structural 'shapes used for reinforcing and bracing shall have minimum thickness of .one fourth
inch.
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All steel structural members shall be joined by electric arc welding with fillets of adequate section
for the joint involved. Where _required for additional sectional strength, such welds shall be
continuous inside and out.
The blower assemblies shall .be enclosed in a weatherproof housing hinged on one side; with a
locking device. The complete assembly shall be shipped unmounted and shall be bolted; in place on
the PURESTREAM plants by the purchaser. All necessary pipe, fittings and flexible connectors to
connect the blower to the 'air header shall be furnished A complete air diffusion system consisting of
an air header and air diffuser- drop -pipe assemblies shall be furnished.
All air piping from the blower (s) to the air header shall be Schedule 40 steel pipe with malleable
iron fittings. Flexible reinforced rubber connecting sleeves shall be provided where required. Air
piping for the sludge return air lifts shall be Schedule 40 steel'pipe and fittings.
Each air diffusion device shall be connected to the air header with a 1 1/4" Schedule 40 galvanized
steel drop -pipe. The drop -pipe shall be connected to the air header in a manner to permit raising the
drop -pipe and diffusion device above the water surface quickly and without disturbing air flow to the
other diffusers. The air diffusion devices shall be designed to distribute air over the entire length of
the aeration tank and to have an efficiency such that an adequate supply of oxygen is, maintained in
the aeration tank to treat . the sewage -load for which the plant is designed. The drop -pipes and
diffuser assemblies shall be factory mounted on the air header.
INLET BAR SCREEN
A bar screen shall be provided,' at the influent port of the surge tank in plant number one to remove
any unusually large solids from the incoming raw sewage. The bar screen shall be fabricated from
one half inch diameter bars spaced one .inch apart and arranged as shown on the drawings. The bars
shall be sloped to permit easy cleaning of accumulating debris. A drying.deck shall be furnished for
drying this, debris.
A surge tank shall be provided as specified and shown on the plans. It shall be an integral part of the
plant number one and have a detgrlrcapacit3�f1�;9�2 allon The tank shall have sufficient
capacity to provide@7-per cent. -of flie�full�design,:flo The surge tank shall be provided with baffles
where necessary to insure circular flow without dead spots where sewage solids can accumulate and
become septic. Non -clog plastic diffusers shall be so spaced to ensure proper mixing of the tank
contents and located parallel to and near the bottom of the chamber. Diffused air shall be supplied
by the surge Blower.
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A flow control box flow division chamber shall be supplied. The -box shall be constructed from 1/4"
steel plate and -receive the corrosion protection as outline for the main tankage. Flow from the surge
tank pumps shall enter the flow control box and be controlled by a V notch weir and overflow weir's.
The straight edge- overflow weirs shall be adjusted to. maintain the desired head on the V-notch weir
with the excess pumpage o_v_erflowing_back_to_the-surgeaank; The controlled flow from the V-notch
weirs shall flow to the aeration tank of the two plants.
Duplex pumps, in conjunction with a flow control flow division box, shall be. supplied to pump the
sewage into the aeration tank a controlled rate, Each pump shall have a capacity of 75 G.P:M.
against .a total dynamic head of 15 feet. 'The pumps shall' be Goulds Model 3887. Pump motors
shall be 208 Volt, 3Phase, 60 HZ.
AERATED SLUDGE STORAGE TANK
A sludge tank. shall be provided as specified and shown on the plans. It shall be an integral part of
plant number two and have a design. capacity, of 2900 gallons; based on providing thirty (30 days
storage. The sludge tank shall be provided -with -baffles where necessary to insure circular flow
without dead spots where sewage solids an accumulate and become.. septic. Non -clog plastic
diffusers shall be so spaced to ensure proper mixing of the tank contents and located parallel to and
near.the bottom of the chamber. Diffused -air shall be supplied,by the main blower.
AERATION COMPARTMENT
The combined aeration tanks shall have a! desig aWdWo �=s11, 6 + i :n a lonM with sufficient capacity
to provide at'east 24 hour's detention.of thefull design flow. It shall be provided with baffles where
necessary to insure rapid: circular' flow without dead spots where sewage solids can accumulate and
become septic. ' Non-clog'plastic diffusers shall be so- spaced' to assure proper mixing of the tank
contents and located parallel to and near the"bottom'' of the chamber. Diffused air shall be supplied
by the main blower.
FINAL SETTLING TANK
Each' final settling basin shall be formed by sloping the end wall . of the plate structure and by
inclining. in the opposite direction the partition wall between the 'settling tank and the aeration
compartment. The bottom of the tank shall be formed into an inverted pyramidal hopper or hoppers..
All side walls'shall have a slope of at least 60 degrees. Flat bottom area of each hopper shall be the.
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l in case eater than one square foot. After flowing through the final
minimum practicable and o greater q g gh
settling_ tank the clarified liquid shall pass over the edge of the effluent trough weir into the effluent
trough and through the effluent pipe- to the settling tank outlet. The sludge that settles to the bottom
of the hopper or hoppers shall be returned continuously to the aeration tank by means of the air lift
placed in each hopper.
.SLUDGE RETURN AIR LIFT (S)
One air lift (s) shall be installed in the final settling tanks for each of the .PURESTREAM sewage
treatment plants. The riser and discharge pipe shall be Schedule 40 steel. An air control valve shall
be furnished for each air lift.
AIR LIFT SKRVR14ER
' ! A skimming device shall be installed in the settling basin downstream of the scum,baffle to remove
floating material and dischargeit by means of an air lift- to the aeration compartment of the
PURESTREAM sewage treatment plant.. It shall consist of a skimming sleeve mounted- so that it can
be raised or lowered with respect to the basin water surface by means of an adjusting screw with
hand knob. The air lift shall be equipped with a 3/4" air line and an air control valve. A discharge
r pipe shall be installed from the skimmer air lift to the aeration comparlinent..
MAIN BLOWER/MOTOR UNIT
Three blowers shall be furnished, one for each of the plants and one for stand-by mounted on plant
number one. Each blower shall deliver 36 CFM of free air measured at the blower inlet at 5 PSI
maximum. Blowers shall be Roots URAI-22 rotary positive displacement type with V-belt
connection to the motors.
Each blower ' shall be driven by a 2 H.P., 1750 , RPM, 3 Phase, 60 cycle, 208 volt, horizontal ball
bearing electric motor with T.E.F.C. enclosure: The motors shall have a 15% service factor but shall
not be overloaded beyond the nameplate rating at the design conditions specified above.
SURGE BLOWER/MOTOR UNIT
Two blowers shall be fiunished, each to deliver 11 CFM of free air measured at the blower inlet at 5
PSI maximum. Blowers shall be -Roots URAI-22 rotary positive displacement type with V-belt
connection to the motors.
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Each blower shall be driven by a 1 H.P., 1750 RPM, 3 Phase, 60 cycle, 208 volt, horizontal ball
bearing electric motor with T.E.F.C. enclosure. The motors shall have a 15%: service factor but shall
not be overloaded beyond the nameplatexating.at the design conditions specified above.
BLOWER/MOTOR ASSEMBLIES
Three blower/motor units shall be assembled and mounted in a weather proof steel housing for
outdoor installation.
a _! Blowers shall be equipped with a filter silencer on the suction inlet, and discharge piping shall
include a gas type check valve, a flexible connector, an air relief valve, and a discharge silencer.
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Motors shall be mounted on adjustable sliding rails.
ELECTRICAL CONTROLS
For, each motor, thermal magnetic circuit breakers shall be provided to serve both as disconnect
i switches and over -current protection against short circuits or grounds of the motor- branch circuit
conductors, control equipment and motors.
Magnetic across -the -line starters with overload protection shall be supplied to operate and protect the
motors. For 3-phase motors, overload protection shall be provided in each phase to give positive
protection against single phasing.
ELECTRICAL CONTROL ENCLOSURE AND WIRING
All electrical control equipment shall be mounted within a separate weatherproof enclosure,
fabricated of heavy gauge steel and provided with 'a rigid door designed for locking. All switches
shall be clearly identified and -all internal wiring shall be factory installed. All.wire and conduit
required between the treatment plant electrical control enclosure and the electrical power service
shall be furnished and installed by the purchaser. Wiring and conduit between- the plant control
panel, blowers and accessory items shall be factory installed for field hookup by installing contractor
when these items are to be installed in or on the Purestream_tank (s). If any or all control panels,
blowers or -accessory items are mounted away from .or off the Purestream tank (s), it will be the
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installing contractor's responsibility to provide and install any necessary conduit and wiring to,
hookup these items:
Control panel shall have.a 110V convenience outlet.
Control panel shall have auto -dialer for emergency response notification.
C"
i GRATING
l Grating panels shall be provided as a walkway to service the equipment. The grating panels shall
h provide access to the plant equipment and offer safety protection for the system operator: .
Grating panels shall each consist of a one piece steelplank, a maximum of 14 % inches wide and 2
inches deep.. Each panel shall be so supported as to have a safe uniform load carrying capacity of
120 pounds per square foot.. @ 5'=6" maximum unsupported length
An anti-skid surface, designed for skid resistance in all directions, shall be provided by a series of
shoe -gripping ridges and slots approximately 1/16 inch high on the transverse tread ribs. Grating
shall be manufactured from galvanized -carbon steel, sheets of commercial quality.
HANDRAILS (GALVANIZED STEEL
r' Handrails shall- be 'provided around the perimeter of the sewage treatment plants as shown on the
drawings. The handrails shall be constructed of 1-1/4" inch inner diameter (1.66 inch outer diameter)
jt schedule 40 galvanized steel pipe. The Handrails shall consist of top and intermediate rails and vertical
post. The handrails shall be shipped unmounted and bolted in place on the, sewage treatment plant by
the purchaser.
PROTECTION AGAINST CORROSION.
After complete welding and fabrication of the tank, the following will occur:
Surface Preparation:
All surfaces shall receive. a SSPC-10 near white metal finish obtaining a 1.5 to 3.0 mil surface
profile.
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L .. • Paint:
f.- interior: All interior surface's shall receive two coats of Tmemec Series 69 Polyamide Epoxy paint-
for- a total D.F.T. of 8 to 10 mils.
Color: Gray
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Exterior: All .external surfaces shall receive one coat of Tmemec Series 69 Polyamide-Epoxy paint
for a total D.F.T. of 6 to 8 mils. -
Color:, Gray.
Finish:'- Satin
For cathodic protection; four, packaged' 17.-pound magnesium -anodes shall be provided, two for each
plant. They- shall be buried on opposite sides. of.the structure and shall be connected by means of
heavy copper, wires furnished with the anodes- and solder less connector's factory' installed on the
plant structure.: Installation of anodes are by general contractor.
WARRANTY
(A)`. For a period of one - year from the. date of shipment of the equipment set forth. herein,
PURESTREAM INC., warrants that said equipment will be in kind and quality as described herein
and will be free from defects in workmanship, if properly installed and operated.under normal use
and service. PURESTREAM's,
obligation- hereunder is limited solely to furnishing without charge , F.O.B. Factory, replacement
` parts for the equipment or any part thereof which has been found by PURESTREAM to have been -
defective. within one year from the date of shipment; ' provides, however, -that ' Purchaser notifies
l PURESTREAM in writing'of such defect, as' soon_ as the alleged defect becomes apparent.
This warranty is expressly made in , lieu of any. and all' other warranties, expressed or implied,
including warranties of merchantability and fitness. -
This disclaimer, is not applicable in the event that the product and purchaser are covered under the
Magnuson -Moss Warranty - Federal Trade Commission Improvement Act.
In any event, the duration of implied warranty. is limited to oneyear-from the date of shipment of the
product, as set forth in the' first paragraph or this subsection.
(B) PURESTREAM shall not be liable for incidental damages .or consequential'damages or expenses
relating, directly or indirectly, to the sale or use of the equipment, and PURESTREAMS's liability
hereunder_ is. expressly limited to furnishing replacement parts, or, at PURESTREAM's sole election,
crediting Purchaser with an amount equal to the purchase price of such replacement part,
(C) PURESTREAM will make no allowance for' repairs, unless PURESTREAM has given its prior
written approval for such repairs.
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UV DISINFECTION SYSTEM
I. 1.0 DESIGN CRITERIA:
Peak Hydraulic Flow rate: 25,000 GPD
UV Transmission @ 253.7 rim: 65 %
Total Suspension Solids: 30.mg/l
Guaranteed Coliform Discharge 200/100ml Fecal,
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30 day Geometric Average
Provide Trojan Model UV 3025 K-1PTP
II. UV LAMP MODULES
1. Each module will consist of 2 UV lamps with their corresponding
electronic ballast in an aluminum enclosure mounted on a stainless
t
steel type 316 frame. The electrical wires connecting the lamps
and ballasts will be enclosed in the stainless steel frame and not
exposed to the effluent.
Each UV module will be provided with a standard 120-volt plug
and weatherproof cable for connection to a receptacle. The cable
will be no longer than 10 feet. A total of I UV modules (2 UV
f
lamps) will be supplied. Lamp status will be displayed on top of
each UV module by watertight LED indicator lights.
Modules will be approximately 40 inches long, 14 inches high and
2.8 inches wide, weighing approximately 22 lbs. Materials of
'
construction will be stainless steel type 316, anodized aluminum,
quartz 214, and Teflon.
Note: Installation contractor will need to provide ground fault
interrupter protection from the power source, or utilize optional
Trojan Power Distribution Receptacles specifically designed for
this application. Refer to Section III 2.
EFFLUENT CHANNEL
e� 1. Each unit will be provided with one (1) stainless steel type 304, 14
f gauge effluent channel complete with UV module support rack and
downstream serpentine weir.
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- Each effluent channel will have the following dimensions: Length
48 inches, width 3 inches, height 15 inches. There are two
transition boxes each 18"L x 13"W x 19.4"H.
OPERATORS KIT
1. Each system will be supplied with:
s �r 1 pair of rubber gloves
1 face shield
14 L jug of Lime -A -Way
III. OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
1. Monitoring System
A submersible UV sensor will continuously sense the UV intensity
produced in each bank of UV lamp modules. UV intensity in
mW/sq.cm will be indicated on a 3-character display.
Elapsed time in hours will be indicated on 5-character display.
Both displays will utilize 7 segment LEDS and will be visible
through the panel door.
The Monitoring System will be enclosed in a NEMA 4X wall
mounted panel included.
Note: Contractor to supply a separate 120V, single phase, 60 Hz, 5
amps, power supply for each monitoring system.
2. Power Distribution Receptacle (PDR)
' Duplex ground fault interrupter receptacle(s), mounted in
r individual, painted cast aluminum junction boxes complete with a
f rain shield, to -provide power to each UV module included.
Note: Contractor to supply appropriate 120 V, single phase, 60 Hz
{ circuit to power the PDRs which have a total current draw of
` approximately 0.73 amps. Contractor to be responsible for
distributing the power from the main 120 V feed to the individual
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PDRs. Responsibility to be all encompassing and in accordance
with the local electrical codes.
3. Spare Parts to be Included
Four (4) UV Lamps
Four (4) Quart Sleeves
4. Start -Up and Commissioning
Provide minimum one (1) day start-up services by qualified Trojan
representative.
5. Warranty
Trojan Technologies, Inc. warranties all components of the system
against faulty workmanship and materials for a period of one year
from date of initial acceptance, or eighteen months from date of
shipment, whichever is less.
IV. SUBNHTTALS
Within four (4) weeks after receipt of purchase order.
V. DELIVERY
Within four to six (4-6) weeks from receipt of Purchase Order and
Engineer's approval (where applicable).
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ULTRASONIC FLOW METER
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Provide one (1) ISCO 3010 Ultrasonic flow meter with 50' of sensor cable and
sensor sunshade; Honeywell DR 4301 single pen circular chart recorder with one
(1) pen and one (1) box of charts.
Flow meter to be enclosed in NEMA 4X locable enclosure with built in heaters.
Flow meter to operate off 120V power. Provide hardware for mounting now
meter and sensor on plant.
Provide standard manufacture's warranty and start-up services asrequired for
proper equipment operation.
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Part 2-5 WASTE MATERIAL DISPOSAL
I. GENERAL
A. The work covered by this section consists of the disposal of waste and
debris in accordance with the requirements of these specifications. Waste
_ will be considered to be all excavated,. grubbed or removed materials
' which are not utilized in the construction of the project.
II. Materials (not used)
III. Execution and Installation
A. Waste shall be disposed of in areas that are outside of the project area
and provided by the Contractor, unless otherwise required by the plans or
special provisions or. unless disposal within the project area is permitted by.
the Owner.
B. The Contractor shall . maintain the earth surfaces of all waste areas, both
during the work and until the completion of all seeding and mulching or
other erosion control measures specified, in a manner which will effectively
control erosion and -siltation.
C. The following requirements shall also be applicable to all waste or disposal
areas other than active public waste or disposal areas:
�f 1. Rock waste shall be shaped- to contours which are comparable to
and blend in with the adjacent topography where practical, and shall
be covered with a minimum 6" thick layer of earth material either
from the project .waste or from borrow.
2. Earth waste shall be shaped to contours which are comparable to
and blend in with the adjacent topography where practicable, but in
no case will slopes steeper than 2:1 be permitted.
3. Construction debris, grubbed debris and all broken pavement and
masonry shall be covered with aminimum 6" thick layer of earth
waste material from the project or borrow. The completed waste
r area shall be shaped as required above for disposal of earth waste.
4. Seeding and mulching shall be, performed over, all, earth or earth
j -covered waste areas. The work of seeding and mulching shall be
performed in accordance with Part-2-41.
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5. Where the Owner has granted permission to dispose of waste and
debris within the project, the Owner will have the authority to
establish whatever additional .requirements may be necessary -to
insure the satisfactory'appearance.of the completed project.
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Part 2-6 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL
I. GENERAL
1. The work covered by this. Section shall consist of furnishing all
materials, labor, equipment and services for the excavation and
backfill at all areas within the limits of the project. Work is limited to
the areas of construction, and ,includes (but is not necessarily
limited to) stockpiling of topsoil, site grading, excavation of footings
and trenches, filling, backfilling, compaction, finish grading,
spreading of topsoil, disposal of waste material, and proof rolling.
2. Perform all excavation, dewatering, sheeting, bracing, and
backfilling in such a manner as to eliminate all possibility , of
undermining or disturbing the foundations of existing structures.
3. Provide all labor, materials, equipment, and services indicated on
the drawings,. or specified. herein, or reasonably necessary for or
incidental to a complete job.
4. Excavations shall provide adequate working space and clearances
for the work to be performed � therein and for installation and removal
of 'concrete forms. In no case shall excavation faces be undercut
for extended footings.
5. Subgrade, surfaces shall be clean and free of loose material of any
kind when concrete is placed thereon'.
6. Backfilling during freezing weather shall not be done except by
permission of ` the Engineer. No backfill, fill, or- embankment
materials shall be installed on frozen surfaces, nor shall frozen
materials, snow, or ice be placed in any backfill, fill, or embankment.
7. Quality Assurance
A. Referenced Standards
Unless otherwise indicated, all referenced standards shall be
the latest edition'. availableat the time of bidding. Any
requirements of these Specifications shall in no way
invalidate the minimum requirements of .the referenced
standards. Comply with the provisions, of the following codes
and standards, except as otherwise shown or specified.
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1. ASTM C33: Standard Specifications for Concrete
Aggregate
2. ASTM D698: Standard Test Methods for
Moisture -Density Relations of Soils and Soil -Aggregate
Mixtures Using 5.5 lb. Rammer and 12" Drop.
3. ASTM D3282: Standard Recommended Practice for
Classification of Soils . and Soil -Aggregate Mixtures for
Highway Construction Purposes.
4. Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, North
,Carolina Department of: Transportation, January 1, 1990
edition.
5. Erosion and 'Sediment. Control Planning and Design
Manual.
B. Unauthorized Excavation
Except where otherwise authorized, indicated, or specified,
all materials excavated below the bottom of concrete walls,
footings, slabs on grade, and foundations shall be replaced,
by and.. at the expense of the Contractor, with concrete
placed at the same time and monolithic with the concrete
above.
C. Existing Utilities
1. Locate existing underground utilities in the area of
work. If ,_utilities are to remain in place, provide
adequate means of protection 'during earthwork
operations.
2. Should uncharted or incorrectly charted piping or other
utilities be encountered during excavation, consult the
.Engineer immediately for directions as to procedure.
Cooperate with Owner and utility companies in
keeping respective services and facilities in operation.
Repair damaged utilities to the satisfaction. of ,utility
companies:
8. Site Conditions
A. Site Information
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The borings logs and related information depict approximate
.subsurface conditions only at these specific locations and at
the particular time designated on the logs. Subsurface
conditions at other locations. may differ from those reported
at the boring locations.. It is expressly understood that
neither , the Owner nor the Engineer will be responsible for
interpretations or conclusions drawn from the boring data by
the Contractor. The data are made available for the
convenience of the Contractor. Additional test borings and
other exploratory operations- may. be undertaken by the
Contractor at his own expense provided such operations are
acceptable to the Owner.
II. MATERIALS
A. CLASSIFICATION OF EXCAVATED MATERIALS
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Classification of excavated materials will be made as follows:
1. Rock. Rock is defined as being sandstone, limestone, flint, granite,
quartzite, slate, hard shale, or- similar material in masses more than
1/2 cubic yard in volume or in ledges-4n or -more in thickness which
cannot be excavated with a Caterpillar Model 225, or equal,
hydraulic excavator equipped with rock teeth on a 24" wide bucket.
2. Earth. All material not classified as rock.
-CLASSIFICATION OF OTHER MATERIALS
1. Satisfactory Subgrade Soil Materials: Soils complying with ASTM D
3282,'soil classification Groups A-1, A-24, A-2-5, and A-3.
2. Unsatisfactory Subgrade Soil Materials: Soils described in ASTM D
3282, soil classification groups A-2-6, A-2-7, A-4, A-5, A-6, and A-7;
also peat and other, highly organic soils, unless otherwise
acceptable to the Engineer.
3. Cohesionless Soil Materials: Gravels, sand -gravel mixtures, sands,
and gravelly -sands.
4. Cohesive Soil Materials: Clayey and silty.. gravels, sand -clay
mixtures, gravel -silt mixtures, clayey and silty sands; sand -silt
mixtures, clays, silts, and very fine sands.
5. Backfill and Fill Materials: Provide satisfactory soil -materials for
backfill .and fill, free- of masonry, rock, or gravel larger than 4" in any
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dimension, and free of metal, gypsum, lime, debris, waste, frozen
materials, ,vegetable, and other deleterious matter. Use only
excavated material that has been sampled, tested, and certified as
satisfactory soil material.
6. Select Backfill — Select backfill is defined as backfill and fill material
that is transported to the site from outside the project limits, and
which meets the soil- requirements specified ' above under` "Backfill
and Fill Materials.` Material excavated in conjunction with the
construction of this project cannot be considered as "select backfill"
for payment purposes.
7. Pipe Bedding: Crushed stone or crushed gravel meeting the
requirements of ASTM C 33, Gradation 67.
8. Inundated Sand: Sand for inundated sand backfill shall be clean
with not more than 25% retained on a No. 4 sieve and not more
than 7% passing a .No. 200 sieve and shall have an effective size
between 0.10 mm and 0.30 mm. Sand shall be deposited in, or
placed simultaneously with application of, water so ' that the sand
shall be compacted by a mechanical probe type vibrator. Inundated
sand shall be compacted to .70% relative density as determined by
ASTM D4253 and D4254.
9. Graded Gravel: Gravel for compacted backfill shall conform to the
following gradation:
III. EQUIPMENT
A.
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No. 40
15 - 30
No. 200
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The gravel mixture shall contain no clay lumps or organic matters.
The ,fraction passing the. No. A sieve shall have a liquid limit not
greater than 25 and a plasticity index not greater than 5. Gravel
backfill shall -be deposited in uniform layers not exceeding 12" in
uncompacted thickness.. The backfill shall be compacted by a
suitable' vibratory roller or platform vibrator to not less than 70%
relative density as determined by ASTM D4253 and D4254.
MECHANICAL EXCAVATION
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1. The use of mechanical equipment will not be ,permitted in .locations
where its operation would cause damage to trees, buildings,.
culverts, ' or other existing property, utilities, or. structures above or
below ground. In all such locations, hand excavating methods shall
be used. :
2. Mechanical equipment used for trench excavation shall be of a type,
-, design, and construction and shall be controlled, that uniform -trench
widths and vertical.sidewalls are obtained at least.from an elevation
one foot above the top of the, installed pipe to the bottom of the
t trench, and that trench alignment is such that pipe when- accurately
laid to - specified alignment will be centered in the trench with
adequate clearance between the pipe and sidewalls of the trench.
Undercutting the trench- sidewall- to "obtain clearance will. not be
permitted.
IV. EXECUTION
1. 'PREPARATION
A. DEWATERING
aM 1. The Contractor- shall provide and maintain adequate-
` dewatering equipment to remove and 'dispose of all surface
water and groundwater entering excavations, trenches, or
other parts of the work. Each excavation shall be kept dry
during'- subgrade preparation and continually thereafter- until
the structure .to be built, or the pipe to be installed therein, is
completed to the extent that .no damage from hydrostatic. _
pressure, flotation, or other cause will result.
2:" All excavations for concrete structures or trenches which
- extend down to or below groundwater. shall be dewatered by,
lowering and, keeping the groundwater level beneath such
excavations 12" or more below the bottom of the excavation.
3. Surface water shall be diverted or otherwise prevented from
entering excavated areas or trenches to the greatest extent
practicable without. causing -damage to adjacent property.
4. The Contractor shall be responsible for the condition of any .
_ pipe or conduit which" he may use, for drainage purposes, and
all such pipes .or conduit which he may use `for drainage
f purposes, and -all such pipes: or. conduits, shall be left clean
and free of sediment.
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5. Where trench sheeting is left in place, such sheeting shall
not be braced against the pipe, but shall be supported in a
i manner which will .preclude concentrated loads or horizontal
thrusts on the pipe. Cross braces installed above the pipe to
support sheeting may be removed after pipe embedment has
<< been completed.
B.. STABILIZATION
-- 1. Subgrades for concrete structures and trench bottoms shall
be firm, dense, and thoroughly compacted and consolidated;
free from mud and muck; an sufficiently stable to remain firm
and intact under the feet of the workmen.
2. Subgrades for concrete structures or trench bottoms, which
are otherwise solid but- which, become mucky on top due to
construction operations, shall be 'reinforced with one or more
layers of crushed rock or gravel. The stabilizing material
shall be spread andcompacted to. a depth of not more than
4"; if the required depth exceeds 4", the material shall be
furnished and installed as specified, for granular fills. Not
more, than 1 /2" depth. of mud or muck shall be allowed to
remain on. stabilized trench bottoms when the pipe bedding
material is placed thereon. The finished elevation of
stabilized, subgrades for concrete structures shall not be
above subgrade elevations indicated on the drawings.
2.
C. SITE GRADE
1. General: Uniformly -grade areas within limits of grading under
this ' section, including adjacent transition areas. Smooth
finish"the the . surface within specified tolerances; compact with
uniform levels or slopes -between points where elevations are
shown, or between such points- and existing grades.'_
2. Ground Surface Preparation: Remove vegetation, debris,
unsatisfactory soil, materials, obstructions, and deleterious
materials from ground surface prior to placement of fills.
Plow, strip, or break up sloped surfaces steeper than 1
vertical to 4 horizontal so that fill material will bond with
existing surface. Shape the subgrade as ,indicated on the
Drawings by forking, furrowing, or plowing so that the first
layer of new material placed thereon will be well bonded to it.
FIELD MEASUREMENTS
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A. - ALIGNMENT; GRADE, AND MINIMUM COVER
1. Vertical and horizontal alignment of pipes, and the maximum
joint deflection used in connection therewith, shall be in
conformity with 'requirements of the section covering
installation of pipe.
2. Where pipe grades or elevations are not definitely fixed by
the contract drawings, trenches shall be excavated to a
depth sufficient to provide a minimum depth of backfill cover
over the top of the pipe cover depths may be necessary on
vertical curves or to provide necessary clearance beneath
existing pipes, conduits, drains, drainage structures, or other
obstructions encountered at normal pipe grades.
Measurement of pipe cover depth shall be made vertically
from the outside top of pipeto finished ground or pavement
surface elevation except where future surface elevations are .
indicated on the drawings.
B LIMITING TRENCH WIDTHS
-- Trenches shall be excavated to a width which will provide adequate
working space and sidewall clearances for proper pipe installation,
jointing, and embedment. Maximum trench widths shall be no
greater than .the pipe outside diameter plus 36" (18" either side of
pipe).
3. PROTECTION
A. TEMPORARY PROTECTION
Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks; pavements, and other
facilities from damages' -caused by, settlement, lateral movement,
undermining, washout,' and other hazards created by earthwork
r operations. ,
B. SHEETING AND BRACING
Make all excavations in accordance with the rules and regulations
promulgated by the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and
Health Regulations for Construction. Furnish, put in place, and
maintain such sheeting, bracing, etc., as may be necessary to
support the sides of the excavation and to prevent any movement of
j earth which could in any way diminish the width of the excavation to
less than that necessary for proper construction, or could otherwise
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injure or delay the work, or endanger adjacent structures,, roads,
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Utilities, or other improvements.
C. BLASTING
1. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damage caused
by blasting operations. Suitable methods shall be employed
to confine all materials lifted by blasting within the limits of
the excavation or trench.
2. All rock which cannot be handled and compacted -as earth
shall be kept separate from other excavated materials and
shall- not be mixed with ' backfill or embankment materials
except as specified or directed.
D. CARE AND RESTORATION'OF PROPERTY
1. Enclose the trunks of trees which are ' to remain adjacent to
the work with substantial wooden boxes , of such height as
may be necessary to protect them from piled material,
equipment or equipment operation. _ Use excavating
machinery and cranes of suitable type and operate the
equipment with care to prevent injury to remaining tree
trunks, roots, branches and limbs..
2. Do not cut branches, limbs, and roots except by permission
of the Engineer. Cut smoothly and neatly without splitting or
crushing. 'in case of cutting- or unavoidable injury to
branches, limbs, and trunks of trees, neatly trim the cut or
injured portions and cover with an application of grafting wax
-and tree healing paint as directed.
! 3. 'Protect by suitable means all cultivated hedges, shrubs and
plants which might be injured by the Contractor's operations.
Promptly heel in any such trees or shrubbery necessary to be
removed and replanted. Perform heeling in, and replanting
under the direction - of a licensed and experienced
nurseryman. Replant in their original position all removed
shrubbery and trees after construction operations have been
substantially completed and 'care for until growth is
�! reestablished.
4. Replace cultivated hedges, ,shrubs, and plants injured to
such Via. degree as to affect their growth or diminish their
beauty or usefulness, by items of kind and quality at least
equal to the kind and quality existing at the start of the work.
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5. Do not operate tractors, bulldozers or other power -operated
equipment on paved surfaces if the treads or wheels of the
equipment are so shaped as to cut or otherwise injure the
surfaces.
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6. Restore all surfaces, - including lawns, grassed, and .planted
-, areas - which have been injured by the Contractor's
" operations, to a condition at least equal to that in which they
were found immediately before the work was begun. Use
suitable materialsand methods for , such restoration.
-Maintain all restored plantings by cutting, trimming, fertilizing,
etc., until acceptance. Restore existing property or
-� structures as promptly as practicable and do not leave until
the end of construction period.
E. PROTECTION, OF STREAMS
Exercise reasonable precaution to prevent the silting of , streams.
Provide at Contractor's expense temporary erosion and sediment
control measures to prevent the silting of streams and existing
drainage facilities. The Contractor shall size structures and conform
fully with the North Carolina Sedimentation .Pollution Control Act.
F. AIR POLLUTION
Comply with all pollution control rules, regulations,
ordinances, and statutes which apply to any work performed
under the Contract; including any air pollution control rules,
regulations, ordinances and statutes, or any municipal
regulations pertaining to -air pollution.
2. During the progress of the work, maintain the area of activity,
including sweeping and sprinkling of streets as necessary, so
as to . minimize the - creation and dispersion of dust. If the
Engineer decides that it is necessary to use .calcium chloride
or more effective dust control, furnish and spread the
material, -as directed, and without additional compensation.
G. BRIDGE TRENCHES
1. Provide suitable and safe bridges and other crossings where
required for the accommodation of travel;, provide access to
private property during construction, and remove said
structures thereafter.
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2. Bridge or backfill trenches in any portion of the travel -lanes of
public or private roads, or drives, at the end of each day's
operation to provide for- .safe travel. No additional
compensation will be made for this work.
4. TRENCH EXCAVATION
A. LENGTH OF TRENCH
1. No more trench shall be opened in advance. of pipe laying_
-� than is necessary to expedite the work. One block or 400
feet (whichever is the shorter) shall be the maximum length
of open trench on any line under construction.
2. Except where tunneling is indicated on the drawings, is
specified, or is permitted by the Engineer, all trench
excavation shall be open cut from the.surface:
B. TRENCH EXCAVATION
1. General Perform all excavation of every description and of
whatever substance encountered so that the pipe can be laid
to the alignment and depth shown on the Drawings.
2. Brace and shore all trenches, where required, in accordance
with the rules 'and regulations, promulgated by the
Department of Labor, Occupation Safety and Health
Administration, "Safety and Health Regulations for
Construction".
3. Make all excavations by open cut unless otherwise specified
or indicated on the Drawings.
4. Width of Trenches: Excavate trenches sufficiently wide to
allow proper installation of pipe, fittings and other materials
and not more than 187 clear of pipe on either side at any
point. 'Do not -widen trenches by scraping or loosening
materials from the sides.
5. Trench . Excavation in Earth: Earth excavation includes all
excavation of whatever, substance encountered. In locations
where pipe is to be bedded in earth excavated trenches, fine
grade the bottoms of such trenches to allow firm bearing for
the bottom of the pipe on undisturbed earth.. Where any part
of the trench has been excavated below the grade of the
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{ pipe, .fill the part excavated below such grade with pipe
bedding material and compact at the Contractor's expense.
_J 6. Trench Excavation in. Fill: If pipe is to be laid in
r embankments 'or other recently filled material, first place the
fill material to the finish grade or to a height of at least one
-' foot above the top of the pipe, whichever is the lesser. Take
particular care to ensure maximum consolidation of material
under the pipe location. Excavate the pipe trench as though
in undisturbed material.
7. Trench Bottom in Poor Soil: Excavate and remove unstable
or unsuitable soil to a width and depth, as directed by -the
Engineer, and refill with a thoroughly compacted gravel
bedding.
8. - Bell Holes: Provide bell holes, at each joint to permit the joint
` to be made properly and to provide a continuous bearing and
support for the pipe.
C. TRENCH BACKFILL
-} 1. General: Unless otherwise specified or indicated on the
Drawings, use suitable material for backfill which was
removed in the course of making 1he construction
,f excavations. Do not use frozen material for the backfill and
do not place backfill on frozen material: Remove previously
frozen material before new backfill is placed. Start backfilling
as soon as practicable after the pipes have been laid, or the .
,_J structures have been built and 'are structurally adequate to
support the loads, including construction loads to which they
will be subjected, and proceed until its completion.
2. With the exception mentioned below in this paragraph, do
not backfill trenches at pipe joints until after that section of
"- the pipeline has. successfully 'passed any specified tests
required. Should the Contractor wish to minimize the
maintenance of lights, and barricades, and the obstruction of
traffic, he may, at his own risk, backfill the entire trench as
soon as practicable after installation of pipe, and the related
structures have acquired a suitable degree of strength.He
shall, however, - be responsible for removing 'and later
replacing such backfill, at his own expense, should he be
ordered to do so in order to locate and repair or replace
leaking or defective joints or pipe.
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3. Material: The nature of the materials will govern both their
acceptability for backfill and the methods best suited for their
placement and. compaction in' the backfill. Both ate subject
to the approval of the Engineer. Do not place stone or rock
fragments larger than 4" in greatest dimension in the backfill.
r Do not- drop large masses of backfill material into the trench
in such a manner as to endanger the pipeline. Use a timber
grillage to break the fall of material dropped from a height of
? more than 5 feet. Exclude pieces of bituminous pavement
from the backfill unless their use is expressly permitted.
4: Zone Around Pipe: Place bedding material to the level
shown -on the Drawings and work material carefully around
the pipe to insure that all voids are filled, particularly in bell
holes. For backfill up to a. level of 2 feet over the top of the
-pipe, use only selected materials containing no rock, clods or
Y organic materials.. Place the backfill'and' compact thoroughly -
under the pipe haunches and up to -the mid -line of the pipe in
layers not exceeding 6" in depth. Place each layer and tamp
i_ carefully and uniformly so, as to eliminate the possibility of
lateral. displacement. Place and compact the remainder of
the zone around the pipe and to a height of one foot above
the pipe in layer's not exceeding 6" and compact to a
-maximum density of at least 100 % as determined by ASTM
D0698.
Tamping: Deposit and spread backfill materials in uniform,
parallel layers not exceeding 12" thick before. compaction.
Tamp each layer before the next layer is placed to obtain a.
thoroughly compacted mass. - Furnish and use, if necessary,
an adequate number of power driven -tampers, each
i weighing at least 20 pounds for this purpose. Take care that
the material close to the bank, as well as in all other portions
of the- trench, ' is thoroughly compacted. When the trench
width and the depth. to, which backfill has been placed are
sufficient to make it feasible, and it can be done effectively
and without damage to the pipe, backfill may, on approval,
be compacted by the use of suitable rollers, tractors, . or
similarly powered equipment instead of by tamping. For
compaction by tamping (or rolling), the rate at which
backfilling material is deposited in the trench shall not exceed
that permitted by the facilities for its spreading, leveling and
compacting as furnished by the Contractor.
' 6. Wet the material by sprinkling, if necessary,. to insure proper
compaction -by tamping (or rolling). Perform no compaction
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by tamping (or rolling) when the material is too wet either.
from rain or applied water to be compacted properly.,
7. Trench Compaction; Compact backfill in pipe trenches to the
maximum density as shown on the Drawings, or as listed in,
the subsection --entitled- COMPACTION,., with a moisture
content within the,. range of values of maximum, density as
indicated by the moisture -density relationship curve.
5. SITE GRADE.
A. PLACEMENT AND COMPACTION
1. Place. backfill and fill material. in layers not more. than 8" in
loose depth. - Before compaction, moisten -or aerate each
layer as necessary to provide the optimum moisture content.
Compact each layer to the required percentage of maximum
,density for each area classification. Do not place backfill or
material on surfaces that are muddy, frozen, or contain frost
-or ice.
2. In areas, not accessible to rollers or compactors, Compact the
fill with mechanical hand tampers. 'If the mixture is,
excessively ively moistened by rain, aerate the material by means
of blade L graders, harrows, or other approved. equipment, until
the moisture content of the mixture is satisfactory. Finish the
surface of the layer by blading. or rolling with -a smooth -roller,
or a combination thereof, and- leave the surface smooth -and
free from waves and'in-equalities.
3. Place backfill -and fill materials evenly adjacent to structures,
to the, required 'elevations. Take care to prevent wedging
action , of, backfill -against structures-. -;,Carry the, material
uniformly around - all parts of,, the structure to approximately
the same elevation in each lift.
4. When existing. -ground surface has a density less than that
specified under, the subsection entitled COMPACTION for
the particular area classification, break up the ground
Surface" -pulverize, moisture -condition to the optimum
moisture . content, and compact to required, depth and
percentage of -maximum density.
GRADING OUTSIDE BUILDING LINES
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Grade to drain away from structures to prevent ponding of water.
Finish surface free from irregular surface changes.
C. - PLANTING AREAS
Finish areas to receive topsoil to within not more than one inch (1")
above or below the required subgrade elevations, compacted as
specified, and free from irregular surface changes.
D. . WALKS
Shape the surface, of areas under walks to' line, grade, and
cross-section, with the finish surface not more than 0" above or. 1"
below the required subgrade elevation, compacted as specified,
and graded to prevent ponding of water after rains.
E. PAVEMENTS
1. Shape the surface of the areas under pavement to . line,
grade and cross section, with finish surface not more than
1/2" above or below the required subgrade elevation,
compacted as specified, and graded to prevent ponding of
water after rains. - Include such operations as plowing,
discing, and any- moisture or aerating required to provide the
optimum moisture, content for compaction.
2. Fill low .areas resulting from removal of unsatisfactory soil
materials, obstructions, and other deleterious materials,
using satisfactory soil material.
3. Shape. to line, grade, and cross section .as shown on the
Drawings.
F. PROTECTION, OF. GRADED AREAS
Protect newly graded areas from traffic and erosion, and keep free
of trash and debris-. Repair and re-establish grades in settled,
eroded, and rutted areas to specified tolerances.
G. RECONDITIONING COMPACTED AREAS -
Where completed compacted areas are disturbed by subsequent
construction operations or adverse weather prior to acceptance of
work, scarify surface, reshape, and compact to required density
prior to further construction.
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H. UNAUTHORIZED EXCAVATION
1. Unauthorized excavation consists of the removal of materials
beyond indicated elevations without the specific direction of
the Engineer. Under footings, foundations, bases, etc., fill
unauthorized excavation by extending the indicated bottom
elevation of the concrete to the bottom of the excavation,.
without altering the required top elevation. Lean concrete fill
may be used to bring elevations to proper position only when
acceptable to the Engineer.
2.1 Elsewhere, backfill and compact unauthorized excavations
as specified for authorized excavations of the same.
classification, unless otherwise directed by the Engineer.
6. BACKFILL AROUND STRUCTURES
A. GENERAL
Unless otherwise- specified or indicated on the Drawings, use
suitable material -for backfill which was removed in the course of
making -the backfill and do not place backfill which was removed in
the course of making the construction excavations. Do not use
frozen material for the backfill and do not place backfill upon frozen
material. Remove previously frozen material before new :backfill is
placed.
B. MATERIAL
Approved selected materials available ,from the excavations may be
used for backfilling around structures. Obtain material needed in
addition to that of .construction excavations- from approved off -site
borrow pits.. Furnish all borrow material needed on the work. Place
and compact all material, whether from the excavation or borrow, to
make a- dense, stable fill. Use fill material which contains no
vegetation, masses. of roots, individual roots over 18" long or more
than 112" in diameter, stones over 4" in diameter, or porous matter.
Organic matter must not exceed minor quantities.
C. PLACING BACKFILL
Do not place backfill against or . on
attained sufficient strength to sup
constriction loads) to which they
distortion, cracking, or other damage.,
if required, as soon - as practicable
structures until they have
port. the loads (including
will be subjected, without
Make special leakage tests,
after the structures are
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structurally adequate. and other necessary work has been done.
Use the best of the excavated materials in backfilling within 2 feet of
the structure. Avoid unequal soil pressures by depositing the
material evenly around the structure.
7. COMPACTION
A. GENERAL
Control soil compaction during construction providing at -least the
minimum percentage- of density specified for each area
classification. - ;
"-r B. PERCENTAGE OF MAXIMUM DENSITY REQUIREMENTS
1
After compaction, all fill will be tested in accordance with Method
i� "C of ASTM D-698,' unless specified otherwise. Except as noted
otherwise for the zone around pipe, provide not less than the
following percentages of maximum density of soil material.
yt compacted at optimum moisture content, for the actual density of
each layer of soil material -in -place:
UNPAVED AREAS
Compact
Full Depth to 92%
DRIVES AND PARKING
To 9" - 100%
TRENCH BACKFILL PAVED AREAS
Compact
full depth to 95%
TRENCH BACKFILL UNPAVED AREAS
Compact
full depth to 95%
ALL OTHER BACKFILL
1 Compact
full depth to 95%
C. MOISTURE CONTROL
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Where subgrade or layer of soil material must be moisture
conditioned- before compaction, uniformly apply water to surface of
subgrade, or layer of soil material, to prevent free water appearing
—N on surface .during or subsequent to compaction operations.
f Remove and replace, or scarify and air dry, soil material that is too
` . wet to permit compaction to specified density,. Soil material that has
been removed because it is too wet to permit compaction may be
°r stockpiled or read and allowed to d Assist drying b discin
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harrowing or pulverizing, until moisture content is reduced to a
satisfactory value, as determined by moisture -density relation tests.
D. DISPOSAL OF SURFACE MATERIAL
Upon approval of the Engineer, haul all surplus materials not
needed or acceptable for backfill and dispose of at location
approved by the Engineer.
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8. ' FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. SOIL TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICE:
Compaction tests of all fill areas will be made by an independent
testing laboratory. Rework any fill areas which fail to meet the
compaction requirements as herein specified and perform this work
at no additional cost to the Owner. Testing of fill -areas, will be
provided by the Owner and paid for by the Contractor, except that
tests which reveal- non-conformance with the Specifications and all
succeeding tests for the. same area, until conformance with the
Specifications is established, shall be at the expense of the
Contractor.
9. MEASUREMENTS
Measurement of materials shall be made based on the units shown, if any,
in the bid schedule.. If no units are shown in the bid schedule, or if there is
no bid schedule, no measurements or payments shall be made.
10: PAYMENTS
Payment for materials shall be made_ at the Contract prices for. the
measured -quantities in the field. If no units are shown in the bid schedule,
of if there is no bid schedule, no separate payments shall be made for the
excavation and backfill materials described in this section.
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PART 2-36 FENCING
I. GENERAL
1. SCOPE OF WORK
This section covers the installation of fencing, complete as shown on the
plans and described herein..
2. SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
Unless otherwise indicated on the plans, all fencing will be 6'-0" nominal
height, using 2", 9-gauge woven wire mesh fabric with 3 strands of barbed
wire hung on angle brackets. The fencing will be supported by posts and a
top rail.
3. QUALITY ASSURANCE
The Manufacturer shall be- reputable and shall be experienced in the
manufacture of chain link fencing.
4. SUBMITTALS
A. SHOP DRAWINGS
Six (6) sets of shop drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer for
approval. Shop drawings shall include material specifications and
manufacturer's drawings.
5. DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
All materials shall be delivered, stored and handled in strict accordance.
with the manufacturer's recommendations, and shall be properly protected.
6. WARRANTY
All materials shall be warranted to be free from defects in workmanship
and design for a period of one (1) year.
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MATERIALS
A. CHAIN LINK FENCING
1. Fabric shall be - zinc coated Class II chain link per ASTM
Specification A-392-Latest Revision.
2. Barbed wire shall have. a Class 3 galvanized coating per
ASTM A121-Latest Revision and consist of two 12-1/2 gauge
stranded wire lines with 14 gauge barbs in a four point
pattern on 5" centers.
3. Top rail shall be 1-1/4" standard weight pipe.
4. Line posts shall'be 2" standard weight pipe, or 4.1 lb. per foot
"H" section.
5. End, comer and. pull posts shall be 2-7/8" OD pipe ± 5.79 lb.
per foot, or 3-1/4" by 3-1/4" roll formed sections with integral
fabric loops,- 5.14 lb. per foot.
B. SWING GATE POSTS
Posts for. swing gates shall be sized according to the following gate leaf
widths:
113 yp- Ian ,ft $,
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Up to 6'
3-1/3" x 3-1/2" roll formed
5..14
section or 2-718" OD Pipe
5.79
Over 6' to 13'
4" OD Pipe
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Over 13',to 18'
6-5/8" OD Pipe
18.97
Over 18'
8-5/8" OD Pipe,
24.70
C. GATE FRAMES
Gate frames. shall be 1.90" OD. connected with _fittings riveted at each
corner. Each frame shall have 3/8" diameter adjustable truss rods. Gates .
shall have positive type latching devices with provision for padlocking; and,
drive gates shall have a center plunger rod, catch,' and semi -automatic
outer catches..
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D. COATINGS
t All posts, rails, and appurtenances shall be hot -dipped zinc coated steel
according to ASTM Specifications A 120-Latest Revision and A-123-Latest
,7 Revision, or A-153-Latest Revision whichever is applicable. Pipe posts
shall have tops which exclude moisture.
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INSTALLATION
A. POSTS
r r 1. Each post shall be set,plumb in a foundation of 2,500 psi concrete
having a minimum diameter of 9" or three times the diameter of the
post and at least 367 deep. Line posts shall- be evenly spaced 10'-
�; 0" or less apart, true to line.
2. Top rail shall pass through line post tops to form a continuous_ brace
within each stretch of fence and securely fastened to terminal posts.',
End, comer-, pull and gate post trussed to line posts with 3/8" rods
and tighteners.
B. FABRIC
i Fabric shall be connected to line posts, with 6-gauge wire clips 14" 'on
center; to top rails with 9=gauge wires 24" on. center; to terminal, comer
and gate posts by integrally weaving' into the post or by using 3/4" by 1 /4"
�I tension bars fastened to the post' by 11-gauge x 1" wide steel bands and
- 3/8" bolts and nuts spaced 14" on center.
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MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
If provided for in the bid schedule, the quantity of fence to be paid for will
be the actual number of lineal feet including gates which have -been
incorporated into the completed and accepted work.
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Payment will be made under:
Chain -Link Fence .....................................:........ Lineal foot
NOTE: For lump sum contracts, no additional payment will be made for fencing.
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PART 2-41 SEEDING, FERTILIZING AND MULCHING
GENERAL
' A. This section covers the furnishing of all labor, equipment and materials
necessary. for the landscaping of all areas of the site disturbed by
i construction operations. and all earth surfaces of embankments including
rough and fine grading, topsoil if required; fertilizer, lime, seeding and
mulching. The Contractor shall adapt his operations to variations in
weather or soil conditions as necessary for the successful establishment
' and growth of the grasses or legumes.
MATERIALS
A. FERTILIZER
1. The quality of fertilizer and all operations in connection with the
furnishing of this .material shall comply with the requirements of the
North Carolina Fertilizer Law and regulations adopted by the North
Carolina Board of Agriculture.
2. Fertilizer shall be 10-10-10 grade. Upon written approval of the
Owner a different grade of fertilizer may be used, provided the rate
of application is adjusted to provide the same amounts of plant
food.
3. During handling and storing, the fertilizer shall be cared for in such
a manner that it will be protected against hardening, caking, or loss
of plant food values. Any hardened or caked fertilizer shall be
' pulverized to its original conditions before being used.
B. LIME
1. The quality of lime and all operations in connection with the
furnishing of this material shall comply with the requirements of the
North Carolina Lime Law and regulations adopted by the North
Carolina Board of Agriculture.
2. During the handling and storing, the lime shall be cared for in such
a manner that it will be protected against hardening and caking.
Any hardened or caked lime shall be pulverized to its original
condition before being used.
3. Lime shall be agriculture grade ground dolomitic limestone. It shall
contain not less than 85% of the calcium and magnesium
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carbonates and shall be of such fineness that at least 90% will pass
a No. 10 sieve and at least 50% will pass a No. 100 sieve.
C. SEED
1. The quality of seed and all operations in connection with the
furnishing of this material shall comply with the requirements of the
North Carolina Seed Law and regulations adopted by the North
Carolina Board of Agriculture.
2. Seed shall have been approved by the North Carolina Department
of Agriculture before being sown, and no seed will be accepted with
a date of test more than nine (9) months prior to the date of sowing.
l - . Such testing however, will not relieve the Contractor from
i responsibility for furnishing and sowing seed that meets these
specifications at the time of sowing. When a low percentage of
germination causes the, quality of the seed to fall below 'the
t minimum pure live seed specified, the Contractor may elect, to
increase the rate of seeding sufficiently to obtain the minimum pure
live seed contents specified, provided that such an increase in
seeding does not cause the quantity of noxious weed seed per
square yard to exceed the quantity that would be allowable at the
regular rate of seed.
3. During handling and storing, the seed shall be cared for in such a -
:-� manner that it will be protected from damage by heat, moisture,
rodents, or other causes.
4. Seed shall be entirely free from bulblets or seed of Johnson Grass,
Nutgrass, Sandbur, Wild Onion, Wild Garlic, and Bermuda Grass.
The specifications for restricted noxious weed seed refers to the
number per pound, singly or collectively, of Blessed Thistle, Wild
_ Radish, Canada Thistle, Comcockle, Field Bindweed, Quackgrass,
Dodders, Dock, Horsenettle, Bracted Plantain, Buckhom or Wild
Mustard; but in no case shall the number of Blessed Thistle or Wild
Radish exceed 27 seeds of each per pound. No tolerance on weed
seed will be allowed.
D. MULCH
Straw mulch shall be threshed straw of oats, rye or wheat free from
matured seed of obnoxious weeds or other species which would grow and
be detrimental to the specified grass.
E. TACKIFIER
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Emulsified asphalt or organic tackifier such as Reclamare R2400 shall be
sprayed uniformly on mulch as it is ejected from blower or immediately
thereafter. Tackifier shall be applied evenly over area creating uniform
appearance. Rates of application will vary with conditions. Asphalt shall
not be used in freezing weather.
EXECUTION AND INSTALLATION
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PROTECTION OF EXISTING TREES AND VEGETATION
1. Protect existing trees and other vegetation indicated to remain in
place against unnecessary cutting, breaking or skinning of roots,
skinning and bruising of bark, smothering of trees by stockpiling
construction materials or excavated materials within drip line,
excess foot or vehicular traffic, or parking of vehicles within drip
line. Provide temporary guards to protect trees and vegetation to
be left standing.
2. Provide protection for roots over 1-1/2" diameter cut during
construction operations. Coat cut faces with an emulsified asphalt,
or other acceptable coating, formulated for use on damaged plant
tissues. Temporarily cover exposed roots with wet burlap to
prevent roots from drying out and cover with earth as soon as
possible.
3. The Contractor shall not remove or damage trees and shrubs which
are outside the limits required for construction.
4. Repair trees scheduled to remain and damaged by construction
operations in a manner acceptable to the Owner. Repair damaged
trees promptly to prevent progressive deterioration caused by
damage.
5. Replace trees scheduled to remain and damaged beyond repair by
construction operations, as determined by the Owner with trees of
similar size and species. Repair and replacement of trees
scheduled to remain and damaged by construction operations or
lack of adequate protection during construction operations shall be
at the Contractor's expense.
GRADING
1. Rough grading shall be done as soon as all excavation required in
the area has been backfilled. The necessary earthwork shall be
accomplished to bring the existing ground to the desired finish
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elevations as shown on the Contract Drawings or otherwise
directed.
2. Fine grading shall consist of shaping the final contours for drainage
and removing all large rock, clumps of earth, roots and waste
construction materials. It shall also include thorough, loosening of
the soil to a depth of 6" by plowing, discing, harrowing or other
approved methods until the area is acceptable as suitable for
subsequent landscaping operations. The work of landscaping shall
be 'performed on -a section by section basis immediately upon
completion of earthwork.
3. Upon failure or neglect on the part of the Contractor to coordinate
his grading with seeding and mulching operations and diligently
Pursue the control of erosion and siltation, the Owner may suspend
the Contractor's grading operations until such time as the work is
coordinated in a manner acceptable to the Owner.
C. SEEDBED PREPARATION
The Contractor shall cut and satisfactorily dispose of weeds or other
unacceptable growth on the areas to be seeded. Uneven and
rough areas outside of the graded section, such as crop rows, farm
contours, ditches and ditch spoil banks, fence line and hedgerow
soil accumulations, and other minor irregularities which cannot be
obliterated by normal seedbed preparation operations, shall be
shaped and smoothed to provide for more effective seeding and for
ease of subsequent mowing operations.
2. The soil shall then be scarified or otherwise loosened to a depth of
not less than 6" except as otherwise provided below. Clods shall be
broken and the top 2" to 3" of soil shall be worked into an
acceptable seedbed by the use of soil. pulverizers, drags, or
harrows; or by other methods.
1 3. On 2:1 slopes a seedbed preparation will be required that is the
same depth as -that required on flatter areas, although the degree of
smoothness may be reduced from that required on the flatter areas
if to permitted by .the Owner.
I 4. On cut slopes that are : steeper than 2:1, both the depth of
1 preparation and the degree of smoothness of the seedbed may be
reduced as permitted by the Owner, but in all cases the slope
Isurface shall be scarified, grooved, trenched, or punctured so as to
provide pockets, ridges, or trenches in which the seeding materials
can lodge.
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5. On cut slopes that are either 2:1 or steeper, the Owner may permit
1 the preparation of a partial or complete seedbed during the grading
of the slope. If at the time of seeding and mulching operations such
preparation is still in a condition acceptable to the Owner, additional
seedbed preparation may be reduced or eliminated.
6. The preparation of seedbeds shall not be done when the soil is
frozen, extremely wet, or when there is an otherwise unfavorable
working condition.
D. APPLICATION RATES
Seed shall be applied by means of a hydro -seeder or other approved
methods. The rates of application of seed, fertilizer and limestone shall be
as stated below.
1. Lime and Fertilizer
In the absence ,of a soil test, the following rates of application of
limestone and fertilizer shall be:
a. 4,000 pounds limestone per acre
b. 1000 pounds 10-10-10 (N-P205-K20) fertilizer per acre and
the remaining quantity applied when vegetation is three
inches in height or 45 days after seeding, whichever comes
first.
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2. Mulch
Mulch. shall be applied at the following rates per acre:
a. 3,000-4,000 pounds straw mulch, or
b: 1,500-2,000 pounds wood cellulose fiber.
C. 35-40 cubic yards of shredded or hammermilled hardwood
bark
d. 1,200-11-400 pounds of fiberglass roving
3. Seed
The kinds of seed and the rates of application shall. be as contained
in this table. All rates are in pounds per acre. See Notes 9 and 2.
a. Fall and Winter (Normally August 1 to ,tune 1)
80 pounds of Ky-31 tallIescue and 15 pounds of rye grain
' b. Summer (Normally May 1 to September 1)
100 pounds of Ky-31 tall fescue
NOTE:
1. On cut and fill slopes having 2:1 or.steeper slopes, add 40 pounds
of ,sericea -lespedeza per acre to the planned. seeding (hulled in
spring and summer-unhulled in fall and winter) plus 15 pounds of
' sudangrass in summer seeding or.25 pounds of rye cereal per acre
in fall and winter seeding, if seeded September to February.
2. These seeding rates are prescribed for all sites with less than 50%
ground cover and for sites with more than 50% ground cover where
complete seeding is necessary to establish effective erosion control
vegetative cover.. On sites having 50% to 80% ground cover where
complete seeding is not necessary to establish vegetative cover,
reduce the seeding rate at least one-half the normal rate.
E. APPLICATION
' 1. Equipment to be used for the application, coveting or compaction of
limestone, . fertilizer, and seed shall have been approved by the
Owner before being used on the project. Approval may be revoked
at any time if equipment is not maintained in satisfactory. working
condition, or if the equipment operation damages the seed.
2.- Limestone, fertilizer, and seed shall be applied within 24 hours after
completion of .seedbed . preparation but no limestone or 'fertilizer
shall be distributed and -no seed shall be sown when weather and
soil conditions are unfavorable for such operations.
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3. Limestone may be applied as a part of the seedbed preparation,
provided it is immediately worked into the soil. If not so applied,
limestone and fertilizer shall be distributed `uniformly over the
7 prepared seedbed at the specific rate of application and then
t harrowed, raked, or otherwise thoroughly worked or mixed into the
seedbed.
4. Seed shall be distributed uniformly over the seedbed at the required
rate of application, and immediately harrowed, dragged, raked, or
otherwise worked so as to cover the seed with a layer of soil. If two
kinds of seed are to be used which require different depths of
covering, they shall be sown separately.
5. When a combination seed and fertilizer drill is used, fertilizer may
be drilled in with the',seed after limestone has been applied and
worked into the soil. If two kinds of seed are being. used which
! require different depths of covering, the seed requiring the lighter.
covering may be sown broadcast or with a special attachment to the
drill, or drilled lightly following the initial drilling operation.
6. When a hydraulic seeder is , used for application of" seed and
fertilizer, the seed shall not remain in water containing fertilizer for
G more than 30 minutes prior to application.
7. Immediately after seed has been properly covered the seedbed
shall be compacted.
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8. When adverse seeding conditions are encountered due to
I steepness of slope, height of slope, or soil conditions, the Owner
may, direct or permit that modifications be made in the above
✓' requirements which pertain to incorporating limestone into the
- seedbed; covering limestone, seed, and fertilizer; and compaction
of the seedbed.
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Such. modifications. may include but not be limited to. the following:
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a. The Incorporation of limestone into the seedbed may be'
omitted on
i. cut .slopes steeper than 2:1;
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ii.. on 2:1 cut slopes when a seedbed has been prepared
during the excavation of . the cut and is still in an
acceptable condition;, or
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.iii. on areas of slopes where the surface of the- area is
too rocky to permit the incorporation of the limestone.
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b. The rates of application of limestone, fertilizee-; and seed on
slopes 2:1 or steeper or on.tocky surfaces -may be reduced .
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or eliminated.
C. -Compaction after seeding may be reduced or eliminated on
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slopes 2:1 -or steeper, on rocky surfaces, or on other areas
where soil conditions would, make compaction undesirable.
F. MULCHING
1.
All. seeded areas shall be mulched.
f 2.
It shall be spread uniformly at a rate of two tons per acre in a
continuous blanket over the areas specified.
3.
Before mulch is applied on cut or fill slopes which are 3:1 or flatter,
and ditch slopes, the. Contractor shall remove and dispose- of all
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exposed stones in excess of 3" in diameter and all roots or other
debris which will prevent proper contact of the mulch with the soil. '
4.
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Mulch shall be applied within 24 hours after the completion of the
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seeding. Care shall be exercised to prevent displacement of soil or
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seed or other damage to the seeded area during the mulching
operations.
5. -
Mulch shall be .uniformly spread by hand or by approved mechanical
spreaders -.or blowers which will provide an acceptable application.
An acceptable application will be that which will,. -allow some sunlight
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to penetrate and, air to circulate butalso partially shade the ground,
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reduce erosion, and conserve soil moisture:
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6. -Mulch shall be held 'in place by applying a sufficient amount of
asphalt or other.approved binding material to assure that the -mulch
is properly held in place. Where the binding material is- not applied
directly with the mulch it shall be applied immediately following the
mulch operation.
7. The Contractor shall. take sufficient precautions to prevent mulch.
from entering drainage structures through displacement by wind,
water, or other causes and shall promptly remove any blockage to
drainage facilities which may occur.
G. MAINTENANCE
1. The. Contractor shall keep all seeded areas in good condition,
reseeding and mowing if and when: necessary, until a good lawn is
established over the entire area -seeded and shall maintain these
areas-. in an approved condition until final acceptance of the
Contract.
2. Grassed areas -will be accepted when a 95% cover by permanent
grasses is obtained and weeds are. -not dominant: On slopes, the
Contractor shall provide against washouts by an approved method.
Any washouts which occur shall be regraded -and reseeded until a
good sod is established.
3. Areas. of damage or failure due to any cause shall be corrected by
being repaired or by being completely redone. Areas. of damage or
failure resulting either from negligence on the part of the Contractor
in performing subsequent construction operations or from not taking
adequate precautions. to control erosion and siltation as required
throughout the various sections. of the specifications, shall be
repaired by the Contractor as directed by the Owner at no cost to
the Owner.
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IRL13INC.
BUNNELL-LAMMONS ENGINEERING, INC.
GEOTECNNICAL, ENVIRONMENAL AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS CONSULTANTS
December 20, 2001
Mr. John T. Coxey, P.E.
Consulting Engineering, P.A.
53 Fox Chase Road
Asheville, NC 28804
Subject: Report of Drilling Services
CooperRiis WWTP
_ Polk County, North Carolina
BLE Project No. J01-2358=01
Gentlemen:
We are pleased to submit this report of subsurface exploration performed for the proposed
CooperRiis Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). These services were performed in accordance
with BLE Proposal No. P01-0399 dated November 26, 2001 as authorized by Mr. Coxey.
Project Information
=It is proposed to construct a small "package" WWTP adjacent to White Oak Creek in Polk
County, North Carolina (reference Figure 1). The construction will include a holding tank or
basin type structure that is estimated to have a bottom elevation approximately 12 feet below
- existing grade. We were requested to conduct a subsurface exploration that would identify
whether groundwater and/or difficult excavation conditions would be encountered within the
expected depth of excavation required for construction of the WWTP.
Site Exploration
Our Mr, Bill Mathews, P.E. met with Mr. Coxey at the site the afternoon of November 27, 2001.
Mr. Coxey identified the area of the proposed construction and, with Mr. Mathews, established
four locations in the field for exploration.
Soil samples were collected the afternoon of November 27, 2001 using a Geoprobe Systems®
Sampler. The sampler consisted of a nickel -plated sample tube, replaceable hardened cutting
! shoe, and a removable acetate liner. The sample tube was capable of recovering cores of soil for
visual classification. The sampler was sealed by a piston tip at the end of the sample tube while it
was being advanced to the desired sampling depth using sections of alloy steel probe rods driven
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_ with direct push methods and a portable automatic hammer. At the desired sampling depth, a
piston stop pin at the opposite end of the sampler was removed by means of stainless steel
extension rods. The extension rods were inserted down the inside of the probe rods which
enabled the piston to retract into the sample tube while the sample was being taken. The sampler
was then driven with the hammer to collect the sample. The sample tube and probe rods were
then extracted from the ground.
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Subsurface Conditions
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The- Geoprobe borings encountered alluvial .(water deposited)'soils .consisting of brown and gray
micaceous silty fine to medium sand and sandy silt. Groundwater was encountered in each of the
borings at the time of drilling at depths ranging from approximately four to five feet. It should be
noted that groundwater levels may fluctuate several feet with seasonal and rainfall variations and
with changes in the water level in adjacent drainage features. Normally, the highest groundwater
levels occur in late winter and spring and the lowest levels occur in late summer and fall. Below
normal precipitation over the last two to three years has probably resulted in groundwater levels
being considerably lower than the typical seasonal high water levels.
Recommendations
Since rock was not encountered within the depths explored, it is expected that the site grading
operations can be completed with conventional equipment and procedures. The Geoprobe
,
method of drilling employed at this site does not provide data that can be directly related to the
allowable bearing pressure of the foundation soils. However, since the weight of the excavated
soil will be greater than the weight of the water -filled structure after construction is completed,
bearing capacity of the foundation soils is not expected to be a critical issue assuming that the
foundation bearing pressure is approximately 1,000 psf or less.
Groundwater control will be required during construction. In order to provide a stable working
surface and to assist in dewatering, we recommend that the foundation excavation extend a
! minimum of two feet below the planned excavation bottom. The bottom of the excavation should
be gradually sloped to a lowpoint outside the foundation footprint. The bearing elevation should be
reestablished by backfilling with No. 57 stone. The groundwater should be pumped from a cased
sump placed in the lowpoint outside the foundation footprint. Pumping of the groundwater from the
sump should be a continuous operation until the excavation is backfilled in accordance with the
project specifications. Surface water control could likely be accomplished by means of gravity
ditches draining to the creek.
The holding tank should be designed to resist the effects of buoyancy due to the groundwater. At
the time of drilling the groundwater was encountered at depths ranging from approximately 4 to 5
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CooperRiis WWTP BLE Project No. J01-2358-01
feet below the ground surface. However, the proposed constructionsite is in a low lying area
adjacent to a creek and downstream from an earthen dam. We recommend that the structure be
designed to resist buoyancy effects assuming that it becomes completely inundated in the event that
the groundwater levels rise to the ground surface.
Excavating and trenching operations performed at this site should be in accordance with
-applicable OSHA "standards: Since most of the ,excavation will occur below the groundwater
level, the soils should be considered a Type C soil in accordance with OSHA soil classification
procedures. It should be expected that shoring.and/or bracing may be required to maintain a
stable excavation for construction of the holding tank.
We appreciate the opportunity to provide our professional engineering services on this project. If
you have any questions or require additional information, please call.
Sincerely;
BUNNELIA"MONS ENGINEERING, INC.
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William A. Math ws, P.E. .
Chief Engineer
Registered, NC #18375
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GUIDANCE FOR THE, EVALUATION OF
WASTEWATER DISPOSAL ALTERNATIVES
It is the Division's mandate "to assure the most environmentally sound alternative be selected from all
reasonably cost effective options. Prior to the 'issuance of a permit to discharge, complete justification for a
discharge system must'be made through a comprehensive alternatives analysis.
The NPDES permitting program was developed as a result of the Clean Water Act of 1972.' The original goal
of the program as outlined in the Act was the elimination of all surface water point source discharges by,1985.
Although we have not achieved this goal, it is certainly -one towards which we continue to .strive. In that light,
the completion of an Engineering 'Alternatives Analysis is a requirement of any individual or organization
applying for a new or expanding NPDES discharge permit (Title 15A NCAC 2H .01 05'(c) (2)). The purpose
of this document is to provide guidance to the regulated community for the evaluation, of wastewater disposal
alternatives. The following outline should be used in, the evaluation of disposal alternatives.
In the past, the environmental feasibility and economic feasibility of a particular disposal option have been
segregated. The should not, however, lie treated as mutually exclusive analyses. They dependent on
one another. Asa result, when evaluating any of the alternatives discussed below, both the environmental- and
economic feasibility should be addressed.
The following is an outline to be used in preparing an Engineering -Alternatives An All pieces of
information must be included. If the package,is deemed incomplete, it will be returned.
I ; General Information
A. Provide the following:- - facility name
- county
facility address
- facility telephone number
- report preparer's name .
- report preparers mailing°address and telephone number
B . Provide a,detailed description of the project which will require wastewater disposal. All
wastewater flows associated with this project should be calculated in accordance with NCAC T15
2H .0219. Justification and demonstration of need should be provided for expected flow volumes
including any flow reductions realized.through the use of flow restricting devices. For all
alternatives, the use of flow restricting or low flow devices should be investigated. A report of the
findings should include flow reduction projections.
C. If existing facilities will be used as part of an expansion, discuss those existing units including
present and past performance, unit capacities and inadequacies and provide a schematic with
component sizes.
D. Indicate if the project is phased and provide the estimated wasteflow per phase. Indicate
current phase status for existing facilities and provide, a schedule for construction of each
additional phase:
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II. Evaluation of Disposal Alternatives
The Engineering Alternatives Analysis should include an evaluation of any and all disposal
alternatives. The analysis should address all of the following options:
• Connection to a Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
• Connection to a privately owned treatment works -
• Individual subsurface systems
• Community subsurface systems
• Drip irrigation - both surface & subsurface
• Spray irrigation
• Reuse
• Surface water discharge through the NPDES program
• Any possible combination of the above options
A. Connection to a Sewer Collection System (served by a municipality or other entity holding a
valid NPDES or Non -Discharge Permit).
1. Existing Sewerage System- Indicate the distance to an existing sewer line within a five mile
radius (extension of radius should be considered if cost effective for project size).
*NOTE: All connection options should include an evaluation of both a gravity line as well
as a force main with pump station(s).
(a) Provide a description of sewer facilities and resources necessary to connect to the ,
receiving wastewater treatment plant..
(b) Provide a preliminary indication of flow acceptance from municipal or private
WWTPs under consideration for connection. If a municipal or private WWTP cannot
accept the wastewater, please explain.
(c) Attach a topographic map or.a. site drawing showing the physical route of this
alternative.
(d) Perform a Present Value of Costs Analysis for this alternative as outlined in
Appendix A of this document. As part of that analysis investigate cost sharing
options with other potential users.
2. Planned Sewerage System: Determine if an area wide sewerage system within a five mile
radius is projected to be available within the next five years to receive waste from the project
under study. Determine availability date and flow acceptance projection with appropriate
authority. Identify your contact in the public utility or private management group that
assisted you in this determination.
B . Land Based Disposal (Installation of nitrification systems, low pressure pipe systems, drip
irrigation, mound systems, and spray irrigation systems).
Determine if the applicant currently owns land that is available and suitable for a subsurface
system.
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Evaluation of Disposal Alternatives
The Engineering Alternatives Analysis should include an evaluation of any and all disposal.
alternatives. The analysis should address all;of the following options:
• Connection to a Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
• Connection to a rivatel owned treatment works
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• Individual subsurface systems - NI IN IN . ' d e : e n r
• Community subsurface systems 0 S
• Drip irrigation both surface & subsurface
Spray irrigation,
• Reuse
• Surface waterdischarge through the NPDES program '
• Any possible combination of the above options
A. Connection to a Sewer Collection System (served by a municipality or other entity holding a
valid NPDES or Non -Discharge Permit).
1. Existing Sewerage System: Indicate the distance to an existing sewer line within a five mile
radius (extension of radius should be considered if cost effective for project size).
*NOTE: All.,connection options should -include an. evaluation of botha gravity line as well
as a force main with pump station(s).
(a) . Provide"a description of sewer facilities and resources necessary to connect to the
receiving wastewater treatment plant,
(b) Provide a preliminary indication of flow acceptance from municipal or private
WWTPs under consideration for connection. If a municipal or private WWTP cannot
accept the wastewater, please explain.-.
(c) Attach a topographicmap or a site drawing showing the physical route of this
alternative.
(d) Perform a Present Value of 'Costs Analysis for this alternative as outlined in
Appendix -A of this document. As part of that analysis investigate cost sharing
options with other potential users. .
2. Planned Sewerage System: Determine if an area wide sewerage system within a five mile
radius is; projected to be available within the next five years to receive- waste from the project
under study. Determine availability date and flow acceptance Projection with appropriate
authority. Identify your contact in the public utility or private management group that
assisted, you in.this determination.
B . Land Based Disposal (Installation of nitrification systems, low pressure pipe systems, drip
irrigation, mound systems, and spray irrigation` systems).
1. Determine if the applicant currently owns land that is available and suitable for a subsurface
system-. 1
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(a) Provide a description of the facilities and resources necessary including a site plan
indicating the proposed layout.
(b) Provide a soils report which must include the information outlined in Appendix B
of this document.
(c) Provide calculations to determine the disposal capacity .of the applicant's available
land, based on design and loading rate characteristics as well as appfopriate
regulations.
(d) If there is insufficient usable land, considering the existing project development
plan, describe what modifications to the plan (such as reducing the number of units
produced, the reduction of design flow, etc.) would be necessary to allow for
adequate disposal using usable land on the site.
(e) Perform a Present Value of Costs Analysis for this alternative as outlined in
Appendix A of this document.
2. If there is insufficient land on the project site, determine if --any additional land could
be acquired. Provide documentation of availability. If adjacent land could be
acquired, evaluate according'to item B(1). If adjacent land is unavailable, provide .
documentation from the owner stating such.
NOTE:. Subsurface disposal systems require a 100% reserve area. Surface disposal systems.
must be capable of treatment to secondary limits including disinfection.
C. Wastewater Reuse: The option of reusing all or a portion of the wastewater generated on -site
shall be evaluated.
D. Surface Water Discharge (a discharge to a flowing stream.- defined as having positive 7Q10
and 30Q2 flows).
1. USGS should be consulted for obtaining receiving stream flow information. This
information should be provided in conjunction with treatment plant design.. For flow,
information contact Mr. Curtis Weaver at [phone].
2. All discharging systems should be evaluated both with and without tertiary filtration
assuming a weekly sampling regime. ,
3 . Provide a description of the proposed discharge facilities, including a schematic.diagram
of the major components and a site plan of the treatment'facility with outfall line(s). All
discharge systems must meet design criteria outlined in the Division's "Authorization. to
Construct Process."
4. Provide documentation of the availability of required land and/or easement agreements.
5 Perform aPre sent Value of Costs Analysis for this alternative in accordance with Appendix A
of this document.
E. ..Disposal Combinations: The Engineering Alternatives Analysis should evaluate the feasibility
of providing a combination of any of the, above disposal alternatives in lieu of a surface water
discharge.
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Appendix A
Present Value of Costs
The Present Value of Costs Analysis is meant to evaluate all costs associated with a particular disposal
alternative over the life of the project. Prior to performing a Present Value of Costs analysis for any of the
alternatives, all costs must be identifed. The costs analysis should include any and all monetary costs associated
with construction, startup and operation of a facility.. Costs should include, but not be limited to, the following:
Capital Costs
• Land aquisition costs
• Equipment costs
• Labor costs
• Installation costs
• Design costs
Recurring Costs
• Operation and maintanence costs (with replacement costs)
• Laboratory costs. assuming a weekly monitoring regime for discharge systems and a monthly regime
for non -discharge systems
• Operator and support staff costs
• Residual disposal costs
• Connection and subsequent user fees
• Permit and compliance fees
• Utility costs (power, water, etc.) `
Opportunity Costs
NOTE: All cost information provided must be referenced. If vender quotes have been received for treatment
units or other components, they shall be included as well.
Present Value of Costs
Costs incurred in' different time periods must be converted to a common time period before they can be
accurately combined or compared: Performing this calculation is known as "computing the present value," or
"discounting" the costs. Present value is ,also sometimes called "present discounted value" or "present worth".
The following standard formula for computing the present value must be used in all cost estimates made under
this evaluation guidance: '
PV=C +I C`
t=1 (1 + r)`
Where:
PV = Present value of costs.
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Appendix. A .
Present Value .of -Costs
The Present: Value of Costs Analysis is meant to evaluate all costs associated, witha particular disposal
alternative over the life of the project. Prior to performing a Present Value of Costs analysis for any of the
altematives,.all costs must be-identifed. The costs analysis should include any and. all monetary'costs associated
with construction, startup and operation of a facility. Costs should include, but not be limited to, the following:
Capital Costs
• Land aquisition costs
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• Equipment. costs
• Labor costs
• Installation costs
• Design costs
Recurring Costs
• Operation and maintanence costs (with replacement costs)
• Laboratory costs: assuming a weekly monitoring regime for discharge systems and a monthly regime
for non -discharge systems
• Operator and support staff costs
• Residual disposal costs
• Connection and subsequent user fees
• Permit" and compliance fees
• Utility costs (power, water, etc.)
Opportunity Costs
NOTE:. All cost information provided must be referenced. If vender quotes have been -received for treatment
units or other components, they shall be included as well.
Present Value of Costs
Costs incurred in different time periods. must be converted to, a common time period before they can be
accurately combined or compared. Performing this calculation is known as "computing the present value," or.
"discounting the costs. Present value is .also sometimes called "present discounted value" or "present worth".
The following standard formula for computing the present value must be used in all cost estimates made under
this evaluation -guidance:
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PV =-C + I ` .
° t=1 (1 + ry
Where:
PV = Present value of costs.
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Co = Costs incurred in the present year.
Ct = Costs incurred in time t.
t = Time period after the present year ( The present year is t = 0)
n = Ending year of the life of the facility.
r = Discount rate. For these calculations; an interest rate quoted by the lending institution
should be used. The interest. rate quote should be provided with this analysis.
However, if the costs are the same in every time period from year one through year n (i.e., Ct C, a
constant for t = 1,2,..., n ), then the`formula reduces to:
' n
PV = Co + C (1 + r) n 1
r(1 + r)
In this case, the present value may also be looked up in a table containing the present value of annuities (an
annuity is a constant amount payable in each year for a certain number of years). Such tables are available
from financial institutions.
Appendix B
Soils Report Requirements
For all new facilities
The Engineering Alternatives Analysis must include a detailed soil scientist's report which should include, but
not be limited to, the following:
• a copy of field notes and boring log information
• a soils site map overlain on a topographic map (county soil maps may be used for delineating
boring locations only, not for soils characterization).
• a soils characterization in terms of texture, structure, permeability, wetness and minerology
• a characterization of the soil to a depth of 49" or to a restrictive horizon
• soil loading rate recommendations and land area requirements
The report should address the applicability of any surface or subsurface disposal alternative.
For existing facilities permitted at flows greater than 1.0 MGD and proposing an expansion
The Engineering Alternatives Analysis must include a soil report which should include, but not be limited to, the
following:
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Use county soil maps to identify on -site soils. Using this soils characterization, determine best case loading
rates. Perform a present value of costs analysis. If the present value for a non -discharge alternative is- less than
for a discharge system, provide a more detailed soils report which should include the following:
a copy of field notes and boring log information
• a soils site map overlain on a topographic map (county soil maps may be used for delineating
boring locations only, not for soils characterization).
• a soils characterization in terms of texture, structure, permeability, wetness and minerology
• a characterization of the soil to a depth of 48" or to a restrictive horizon
• soil loading rate recommendations and land area requirements
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.Use county soil maps to identify on -site soils. Using this soils characterization, determine best case loading
rates. -Perform a present value of costs analysis. If the present value for a non -discharge alternative is- less than
for a. discharge system; provide a more detailed soils report which should include the following:
• a copy of field notes and boring log information
• a soils site map overlain on a topographic' map (county soil maps may be used for delineating
boring locations only, not for soils characterization).
• a soils characterization'in terms of texture, structure, permeability, wetness and minerology
• a characterization of the soil to a depth of 48" or to a restrictive horizon
• soil loading rate recommendations and land area requirements
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Mr. Donald R. Cooper
CooperRiis
P.O. Box 416
Mill Spring, North Carolina 28756
Dear Mr. Cooper:
Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
February 26, 2001
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
LIAR 2 2001
Subject: NPDES Permit application
Permit NCO087122
CooperRiis W II?
Polk County
The Division received your permit application and fee of $715.00 (paid by check # 1033) on February 13,
2001. Thank you for submitting this package. Ms. Susan Wilson of the NPDES Unit staff will review the
application. Ms. Wilson will contact your Authorized Representative aohn T. Coxey) if further information
is'needed to draft the permit.
Please note -that the NPDES Unit has consistently had at least 2 (and as many as 5) vacant positions since
mid-1998. Our remaining permit writers are currently carrying extremely heavy workloads. While we do not
expect severe delays in handling your request, be aware that your application is one of many that Ms. Wilson
is currently reviewing..
If you have any additional questions concerning the subject application, please contact Ms. Wilson at
[phone], extension 510.
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: VAsheville`Re `onal-Office/Water Qualiryn-
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NPDES Unit
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit Phone: [phone], extension 511
Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Fax: [phone]
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us e-mail: [e-mail]

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Engineering Proposal and F URCE BRANCH
NSPDES Permit Application
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Polk County, North Carolina
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Owner: CooperRiis, Inc.
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Asheville, North Carolina 288047293
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Project No: 20026
January, 2001

Table of Contents
Introduction
Project Wastewater Flow Characteristics
Waste Treatment Disposal Options
Connection to Existing Treatment Works
Subsurface Systems
Surface Disposal System
Reuse
NPDES Discharge
Cost Estimates & Present Worth Analysis
Comparison of Present Worth
Maps
General Location Map
Connection to Town of Columbus
Onsite Wastewater Treatment Plant
Waste Treatment Plant Schematic
Soil Survey Information
NPDES Permit Application
Financial Qualifications
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INTRODUCTION
The proposed CooperRiis project is a short-term care healing farm facility for
administering to the.needs of patients with differing physical disabilities'.
The facilities will consist of several dormitories for housing patients. Individual
rooms are available which include a bed and bathroom facilities.
An administrative building and kitchen and dining hall facilities will be
constructed by modifications to an existing home on the property.
Additional existing buildings on the property will be renovated for conducting
recreational activities with patients.
The property is located in Polk County, east of the Mill- Spring community and is
accessed directly from Highway 108. The property consists of 73 acres of gently rolling
to steep, terrain. There is a four (4) acre lake on the site suitable for recreation and
fishing. The lake will also be used for pumping water -to a fire sprinkler system in the
buildings. Approximately eleven (11) acres of the property are used for growing corn
and other crops for human and animal consumption. .
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Comments:
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PRESIDENT
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PROJECT WASTEWATER FLOW CHARACTERISTICS`
~? Wastewater from the project would be 100%. domestic in nature with an expected
BOD of approximately 200 mg/l and TSS of 200 mg/l.
Flow would come from the dormitories, administration building, kitchen and
dining facilities and from toilets in the smaller existing buildings used for recreational
activities. 1 71
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Flow projections are as follows:
COO qd
L. Dormitories — 54 bedrooms 120gpd = 6,480 gpd . �✓ l a �nl�r �
2.. Dining HaIMtchen--Wseats @ 4. Ord ,,-3,440 gpd
3. 1-2 bedroom a�rtment @ 360 gpd � 8K 3b0_pd �2"p
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4. Existing House @ 360 gpd = L C�ID�++�s7)' 360 gpd
5. Two (2) bathrooms in recreational area @
200 gpd = �-400 gpd
Total Flow 11,040 gpd
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The project will. be constructed in one (1) phase; therefore the total wastewater r
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amount shown will. be realized upon completion of construction.
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WASTE TREATMENT DISPOSAL OPTIONS
A. Connection to Existing Treatment Works
The closest existing Publically Owned Treatment Works (POTW) is the Town
of Columbus's sewage disposal facility on White Oak Creek. This facility is
approximately 4 '/z miles .from the project site (see map).
To transport wastewater to this facility, from the CooperRiis project would
entail construction of a series of sewage pumping stations, force mains and
gravity sewers and manholes. The cost of this project would be entirely
prohibitive as shown in the accompanying cost estimate and analysis.
This project would be.of little or no benefit to other users, as the area is very
sparsely populated and could not generate an adequate ,number of users for
sharing the cost of the project.
There are no other public or privately owned treatment alternatives available,
and there are no plans within the'next five (5) years for extending the present
sewerage system to include the CooperRiis project.
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B. SUBSURFACE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
E Although the. project site consists of 73 acres, very little of this land is suitable for
t underground,disposal such as septic tank/drain field systems or low-pressure pipe
systems (LPP). „
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A comprehensive soil survey was obtained from the US Department of
Agriculture Natural Resource .Conservation Service in Polk.County entitled Soil
Survey of Polk County, North Carolina, ,i998. This survey describes the soil
properties of the County and provides maps showing classification of soils.
A portion of the map that includes the location of the CooperRiis project is
included in this report. There are. five (5) soil classifications found on the project
site:
'CeB2 _ Cecil sandy clay loam "
DoB—.Dogue - Roanoke
GrE — Grover or Loam
MaC2 — Madison sandy clay loam, 8 — 15% slopes
MaD2,— Madison- sandy clay loam, 15 — 25% slopes
j Each soil description and suitability for numberous parameters are included in this
r report. Only two (2) soil types (CeB2, MaC2), are considered moderately suitable
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for septic tank and underground drain field systems and concerns are noted
regarding the restricted permeability of these soils as well as a recommendation
that the absorption fields be increased above normal size.
The remaining soil types (DoB, GrE, MaD2) are classified poorly suited, with
restricted permeability, with DoB prone to wetness. In addition the majority of
the acreage classified DoB is presently and will continue to be used for growing
food chain crops. This area borders Canal Creek/White Oak Creek, which is the
northern border of the property.
In the locations where the moderately suitable soils are present, building
construction will take place and the site for drilling potable water supply well(s)
and construction of a storage tank has been approved. A map delineating these
areas is included in this report.
Because of the existing building structures, future construction of the dormitories
for the project, and approved potable well(s) and tank location, there is inadequate
land area for construction of subsurface waste disposal. Additionally no
additional adjacent land can be acquired.
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C. SURFACE DISPOSAL SYSTEMS
Spray irrigation and drip irrigation are not viable options for the reasons presented
under the subsurface disposal evaluation above. Unsuitable ,soils are present over
more than 50% of the site and only moderately suitable soils exist in the areas of
existing and proposed development.
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January 17, 2001
North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Re: CooperRiis
Project No. 20026
Dear Sir or Madam:
This letter is to state that there is no available adjacent land to the CooperRiis
project site for the purpose of providing a land based sewage disposal system.
Sincerely,
Donald R. Cooper
400 NOR? Rock Road, Old Monti, H. C Z0111

D. REUSE
Reuse of treated wastewater effluent on this project could only be an option when
used in conjunction with a biological treatment system approved under an NPDES
permit. State requirements regarding reuse stipulate that effluent be tertiary
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quality. It is not evident at this time that tertiary limits will be set for discharge of
11,000 gallons of treated effluent on this project.
The project site has very limited areas where reclaimed water could be land
applied. In addition, and since it is beyond the scope of this report to determine a
rate of application, the rate may be such that it would be economically unsound to
require the owner to provide the additional treatment components and distribution
equipment necessary for reuse.

E. NPDES DISCHARGE
This option would consist of constructing a package type wastewater treatment
facility designed for an average daily flow of 11,000 gallons per day, and
discharge to Canal Creek, which flows adjacent to the project site. Canal Creek is
classified as Class C waters.
All wastewater would flow to'the plant by gravity collection lines within the
CooperRiis project. The plant would be constructed on the project site, therefore
no easements or additional property would have to be acquired.
The proposed wastewater treatment plant would be dual train consisting of the
following components:
o Flow equalization chamber with duplex equalization pumps.
Extended aeration chambers (11,040 gallon total).
Duplex blower system for aeration.
Dual clarification units with airlift sludge return.
Sludge holding tanks.
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Disinfection.
Standby power generator.
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Depending on effluent limits, the plant could be supplied with an anoxic chamber
and mixer for nitrogen limits and a tertiary filter system with mud well chamber,
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backwash chamber and duplex pumps.
Other modifications could be made as necessary to meet the discharge limits of an
NPDES Permit.
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COST ESTIMATES
Two wastewater treatment options will be examined as to cost and present worth
analysis -connection to existing Town of Columbus treatment system and construction of
an on -site treatment facility and discharge through NPDES permit.
Estimated costs for subsurface and surface systems are not included because as
described in this report these options do not appear feasible because of the limited areas
within the project site and unsuitable soil conditions within the site.
A. Connection to Town of Columbus Treatment System
As stated earlier, this project would consist of constructing a series of gravity
lines and pumping stations and force mains to transport wastewater from the
project site to the Town of Columbus treatment plant. This is a distance of
" approximately 4 V2 miles. A map is provided showing this option.
see

Costs are as follows:
UNIT
TOTAL
ITEM
QUANTITIY UNITS
COST
COST
8" Gravity Sewer
9,500 L.F.
$40.00
$380,000
2 '/2" and 4" PVC Force Main
12,300 L.F.
$15.00
$184,500
Manholes
40 Ea.
$1,750
$ 70,000
Pump Station and Standby
Power 4
Total Estimated Construction Cost
Administration and Easements
Engineering Fees
Contingencies (10%)
Total Project Cost
Annual Costs
Operation and Maintenance
Equipment and Supplies
Utility (Power)
Total Annual Cost
PRESENT WORTH ANALYSIS
Present Worth of Annual Costs
(20 years, 8%)
Present Worth Factor = 9.818
Present Worth of Annual Costs
$40,000 x 9.818
Present Worth of Project Cost
Total Present Worth
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Ea. $60,000 $240,000
$874,500
20,000
95,000
87,450
$1,076,950
$392,720
$1,076.950
$1,469,670
$ 15,000
$ 5,000
$ 20,000
$ 40,000

B. Construction of Package Wastewater Treatment Plant
This project would consist of constructing gravity collection lines within the
project site and building a package wastewater treatment plant on site. The
costs include process equipment for meeting tertiary limits. '
The Costs are as follows:
UNIT
TOTAL
ITEM
QUANTITY UNITS
COST
COST
6" AND 8" Gravity
Lines
3,000
L.F.
$30.00
$ 90,000
Manholes & Cleanouts
12
Ea.
$800.00
$ 9,600,
Wastewater Treatment
Plant
1
Ea.
$125,000
Standby Power
1
L.S.
$ 25,000
Electrical
I
L.S.
$ 15,000
Total Estimated Construction Cost
$264,000
Administration $ 5,000
Engineering Fees $ 35,000
Contingencies (10%) $ 26,460
Total Project Cost $331,060
Annual Costs
Operation & Maintenance $ 10,000
Equipment & Supplies $ 5,000
Utility (Power) $ 15,000
Operator Fees $ 20,000
Laboratory Costs $ 7,500

Total Annual Cost
Present Worth Analysis
Present Worth of Annual Costs .
(20 years, 8%)
Present Worth Factor = 9.818
Present Worth of Annual Costs
$57,500 x 9.818
Present Worth of Project Cost
Total Present Worth
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$564,535
$331,060
$895,595,;
$ 57,500

COMPARISON OF PRESENT WORTH
Present Worth
Connections to Town of Columbus $1,469,670
Onsite Waste Treatment System
And NPDES Discharge $ 895,595
The_above comparison shows the onsite treatment facilities as the most
favorable option.
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• Planting seedlings during wet, cool periods helps to
improve survival rates.
Urban Development
Dwellings
Suitability: Unsuited
Management concerns: - -
• The flooding is a severe limitation affecting dwellings. A'
site should be selected on better suited soils.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Unsuited
Management concerns:
• The flooding and poor filtering capacity are severe
limitations affecting septic tank absorption fields. A site
should be selected on better suited soils.
Local roads and streets
Suitability: Unsuited
Management concerns:
• The flooding is a severe limitation affecting roads and
streets. A site should be selected on better suited soils.
Interpretive , Groups
Land capability classification: IVw
Woodland ordination symbol: 8S, 'based on yellow -poplar
as the indicator species
j-� CeB2 Cecil sandy clay loam, 2 to 8 percent
s pes, eroded
Setting
Landscape: Piedmont uplands
Landform: Broad ridges
Shape of areas: Irregular
Size of areas: 5 to 3,000 acres
Composition
Cecil soil and similar inclusions: 90 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 10 percent
Typical Profile
Surface layer:
0 to 6 inches —strong brown sandy clay loam
Subsoil_:
6 to 25 inches —red clay
25 to 42 inches —red clay
42 to 58 inches —red clay that has yellowish red mottles
58 to 65 inches —yellowish red clay loam that has strong -•
brown mottles
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Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class: Very deep
Drainage class: Well drained
Permeability: Moderate
Available water capacity: Moderate
Depth to high water table: Greater than 6 feet
Flooding: None
Shrink -swell potential: Low
Extent of erosion Moderate
Slope class: Gently sloping
Rock fragments: Less than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Strongly acid or very strongly acid in unlimed
areas; ranging to slightly acid in the upper part of the
profile in limed areas
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches
Inclusions
Dissimilar inclusions:
• Bethlehem soils that have soft, weathered bedrock at a
depth of less than 40 inches and are -in convex, gravelly
areas
Similar inclusions:
• Cecil soils that have, a surface layer of slightly eroded
sandy loam
Soils that are similar to the Cecil soil but have a thinner
subsoil
Soils that are similar to the Cecil soil but have a browner
subsoil
Use .and Management
Major Uses: Cropland,.pasture and hayland, woodland,
orchards; and urban development
Agricultural Development
Cropland
Suitability: Well suited.
Potentiai productivity: Moderately high
Management concerns: Erodibility, tilth, and fertility
Management measures and considerations:
Resource management systems that include
conservation tillage, crop residue management,
striperopping, and sod -based rotations help to reduce the
hazard of erosion, control surface runoff, and maximize
water infiltration.
• Incorporating crop residue into the soil or leaving
residue on the soil surface helps to minimize clodding and
crusting and maximize water infiltration.
• Tilling only during dry periods helps to prevent clodding
and crusting and increase water infiltration.
• Applying lime and fertilizer according to
recommendations based on soil tests increases the

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availability of plant nutrients and helps to maximize
)roductivity.
_Pasture and hayland
'Suitability: Well suited
Potential productivity: Moderately high
Management concerns: Erodibility
Management measures and considerations:
Planting adapted species helps to ensure the production
of high -quality forage and reduce the hazard of erosion.
A rotational grazing -system and a well -planned clipping
and harvesting schedule help to kee_ p the pasture in good
condition and increase productivity.
Woodland
Suitability: Well suited
{Management concerns: Equipment use and seedling
� survival,
i Management measures and considerations:
• Unsurfaced roads may be impassible during wet periods
-because of the high content of clay.
• Logging only buring dry periods helps to prevent rutting
and damage to tree roots as a result of compaction.
Replanting may be needed because of seedling
i mortality.
• Planting seedlings during wet, cool periods helps to
improve survival rates.'
! Urban Development
—Dwellings
Suitability: Well suited
Management concerns:
There are no significant limitations affecting dwellings.
f �Management measures and considerations:
• Vegetating cleared and graded areas as soon as
—,possible or constructing silt fences helps to maintain soil
l stability and keep sediments onsite. .
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Moderately. suited
Management concerns: Restricted permeability
Management measures and considerations:
• Increasing the size of the absorption field helps to
improve the performance of the septic tank.'
• Installing the distribution lines of septic'systems during
dry periods helps to prevent smearing and sealing of
trench walls.
Local roads and streets
'Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Low strength
Soil Survey
Management measures and considerations:
Providing sand and gravel and compacting roadbeds
improve soil strength.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: Ille
Woodland ordination symbol: 7C, based on loblolly pine
as the indicator species
ChA—Chewacla Loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes,
occasionally flooded
Setting
Landscape: Piedmont valleys
Landform: Flood plains
Shape of areas: Long and narrow
Size of areas:.4 to 100 acres 4 .
Composition
Chewacla soil and similar inclusions: 85 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 15 percent
Typical Profile
Surface layer.
0 to 7 inches —dark brown loam
Subsoil:
7 to 16 inches —brown loam that has light brown iron
concentrations
16 to 21 inches -dark brown loam that has dark gray iron
depletions
Underlying material:
' 21 to 48 inches -gray silty clay loam that has yellowish
brown iron concentrations
- _---48 to 65 inches —gray silty clay loam that has dark
reddish brown iron concentrations
Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class. Very deep
Drainage class: Somewhat poorly drained
Permeability: Moderate
Available water capacity: High
Depth to high water table: 0.5 foot to 1.5 feet
Flooding: Occasional' for brief periods
Shrink -swell potential: Low
Extent of erosion.:,Slight
Slope class: Nearly level
Rock fragments: Less than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Slightly acid to very strongly acid within a depth
of 40-inches; slightly alkaline to very strongly acid
below a depth of 40 inches
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches

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Agricultural Development
Cropland
Suitability: Well suited
Potential productivity: High
Management concerns: Erodibility, wetness, and limited
size of areas
Management measures and considerations:
• Terraces and diversions, striperopping, contour farming,
no -till farming, and crop residue management reduce the
hazard of erosion, control runoff, and increase the
infiltration of rainfall.
Installing an artificial drainage system helps to reduce
the wetness limitation and improves productivity.
• Managing areas of this map unit for crop production is
difficult becaus6 of the small size of the areas.
Pasture and hayland
Suitability: Well suited
Potential productivity: Very high
Management concerns:, Wetness and limited size of areas
Management measures and considerations:
• Preventing overgrazing or preventing grazing when the
soil is too wet helps to prevent compaction, decreased
productivity, and a rough soil surface.
• Managing areas of this map unit for the production of
pasture and hay crops is difficult because of the small
i size of the areas.
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Woodland
17 Suitability: Well suited
Management concerns:
• There are no significant limitations affecting woodland
management.
Management measures and considerations:
- Planting the appropriate species, as recommended by a
forester, helps to maximize productivity and ensure
planting success.
Dwellings
Soil Survey
Management concerns: Restricted permeability and
wetness
Management measures and considerations:
• Additions of suitable fill material can raise the filter field
a sufficient distance above the high water table and thus
help to improve the performance of the septic system.
- Onsite waste disposal systems may require special
design.
- The local Health Department should be contacted for
guidance in developing sanitary facilities.
Local roads and streets
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Low strength and wetness
Management measures and considerations:
• Providing sand and gravel and compacting roadbeds
improve soil strength.
• Constructing roads on raised areas of well -compacted
fill material helps to overcome the wetness limitation.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: Ilw
Woodland ordination symbol: 12A, based on eastern
white pine as the indicator species
DoB Dogue-Roanoke complex, 0 to 6
rcent slopes, rarely flooded
Setting
Landscape: Piedmont valleys
Landform: Stream terraces
Component location: Dogue--convex, gently sloping
areas; Roanoke —concave, nearly level areas
Shape of areas: Irregular or long and narrow
Size of areas: 5 to 45 acres
Composition
Urban Development Dogue soil and similar inclusions: 75 percent
Roanoke soil and similar inclusions: 10 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 15 percent
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Wetness and flooding
Management measures and considerations:
• Building structures on the highest part of the landscape
and installing an artificial drainage system help to prevent
damage caused by the wetness and flooding.
• Installing a subsurface drainage system helps to lower
the high water table.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Poorly suited
Typical Profile
Dogue
Surface layer:
0 to 6 inches —dark grayish brown sandy loam
Subsoil:
6 to 17 inches —dark yellowish brown clay
17 to 23 inches —yellowish brown clay that has yellowish
red iron concentrations and pale brown iron
depletions
23 to 31 inches —yellowish brown clay that has light

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brownish gray iron depletions and dark reddish brown
iron concentrations
31 to 41 inches —light gray clay that has strong brown and
brownish yellow iron concentrations
41 to 58 inches —gray sandy clay that has light yellowish
brown iron concentrations
Underlying material:
58 to 62 inches —gray sandy clay loam
Roanoke
Surface layer:
0 to 5 inches=very dark gray loam
Subsoil:
5 to 9 inches -dark gray clay loam
9 to 21 inches —gray clay that has strong brown iron
concentrations
21 to 41 inches —gray clay
Underlying material:
41 to 50 inches —very dark gray loam
50 to 65 inches —gray silty clay loam
Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class: Very deep
Drainage class: Dogue—moderately well drained;
Roanoke —poorly drained
Permeability: Dogue—moderately slow; Roanoke —slow
Available water capacity: High
High water table: Dogue—at a depth of 1.5 to 3.0 feet;
Roanoke —within a depth of 1.0 foot
Flooding: Rare
Shrink -swell potential: Moderate
Extent of erosion: Slight
Slope class: Dogue—nearly level or gently sloping;
Roanoke —nearly level
Rock fragments: Less -than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Strongly acid to extremely acid in unlimed
areas; ranging to slightly acid in the upper part of the
profile in limed areas
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches
Inclusions
Dissimilar inclusions:
• The occasionally flooded, loamy Chewacla soils in
areas near the stream channel
• The frequently flooded, loamy Wehadkee soils in
depressions near the stream channel
• The well drained Masada and Skyuka soils in the higher --
areas
Similar inclusions:
• Soils that are similar to the Dogue and Roanoke soils
but have less clay in the subsoil
• Soils that are similar to the Dogue and Roanoke soils
and that overlie older deposits of alluvium and organic
materials
• Soils that are similar to the Dogue and Roanoke soils
and have saprolite within a depth of 40 inches
Use and Management
Major Uses: Woodland, cropland, and pasture and
hayland
Agricultural Development
Cropland
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Suitability: Dogue—well suited; Roanoke —moderately
suited
Potential productivity: Dogue—high; Roanoke —moderate
Management concerns: Dogue—erodibility, wetness, and
limited size of areas; Roanoke —excessive wetness
and limited size of areas
Management measures and considerations:
• Terraces and diversions, striperopping, contour farming,
no -till farming, and crop residue management reduce the
hazard of erosion, control runoff, and increase the
infiltration of rainfall.
• Installing an artificial drainage system in areas of the
Dogue soil helps to reduce the wetness limitation and
improves productivity.
• Federal and State regulations protecting wetlands may
restrict the use of drainage systems and other alterations
in areas of this map unit.
• Managing areas of this map unit for crop production is
difficult because of the small size of the areas.
Pasture and hayland
Suitability: Dogue—well suited; Roanoke —moderately
suited
Potential productivity: Dogue—high; Roanoke —
moderately high
Management concerns: Dogue—wetness and limited size
of areas; Roanoke —excessive wetness and limited
size of areas
Management measures and considerations:
• Planting wetness -tolerant species in undrained areas
helps to improve productivity.
• Preventing overgrazing or preventing grazing when the
soils are too wet helps to prevent compaction, decreased
productivity, and a rough soil surface.
• Fencing livestock away from creeks and streams helps
to prevent the caving of streambanks, sedimentation, and
contamination from animal waste.
• Managing areas of this map unit for the production of
pasture and hay crops is difficult because of the small
size of the areas.
• Federal and State regulations protecting wetlands may

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restrict the use of drainage systems and other alterations
I in areas of this map unit.
Woodland
Suitability: Dogue—well suited; Roanoke —moderately
suited
Management concerns: Dogue—equipment use;
Roanokequipment use, seedling survival, and
competition from undesirable plants
Management measures and considerations:
• Restricting the use of standard wheeled and tracked
equipment to dry periods helps to prevent the rutting and
compaction that can occur when the soils are saturated.
• Planting trees that are tolerant of wetness helpsto
increase seedling survival rates.
Site preparation practices, such as chopping, prescribed
burning, and applications of herbicide, help to reduce
competition from unwanted plants.
• Federal and State regulations protecting wetlands may
restrict the use of drainage systems and other alterations
in areas of this map unit.
Urban Development
Dwellings
Suitability: Poorly suited
.Management concerns: Dogue—wetness, flooding, and
shrink -swell potential; Roanoke —excessive wetness
and flooding
Management measures and considerations:
• Building structures on the highest part of the landscape
and installing an artificial drainage system help to prevent -
damage caused by the wetness and flooding.
• Reinforcing foundations or backfilling with coarse
textured material helps to strengthen buildings and
prevents damage caused by shrinking and swelling.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Restricted permeability and
wetness
Management measures and considerations:
• Additions of suitable fill material can raise the filter field
a sufficient distance above the high water table and thus
help to improve the performance of the septic system.
• Onsite waste disposal systems may require special
design.
• The local Health Department should be contacted for
guidance in developing sanitary facilities.
Local roads and streets
'Suitability. Poorly suited
Soil Survey.
Management concerns: Dogue—low strength; Roanoke —
low strength and wetness
Management measures and considerations:
• Providing sand and gravel and compacting roadbeds
improve soil strength.
• Constructing roads on raised areas of well -compacted
fill material helps to overcome the wetness limitation.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: Dogue—Ile; Roanoke—IVw
Woodland ordination symbol: Based on yellow -poplar as
the indicator species, 7A in areas of the Dogue soil
and 7W in areas of the Roanoke soil
EdF—Edneyville-Chestnut complex, 50 to 95
percent slopes, stony
Setting
Landscape: Mountain uplands
Landform: Stony hill slopes
Component location: Edneyville—concave, less sloping
areas; Chestnut�convex, more sloping areas
Shape of areas: Irregular.
Size of areas: 50 to 950 acres
Composition
Edneyville soil and similar inclusions: 55 percent
Chestnut soil and similar inclusions: 30 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 15 percent
Typical Profile
Edneyville
Surface layer.
0 to 3 inches —dark brown sandy loam
Subsoil:
3 to 14 inches —yellowish brown sandy loam
14 to 31 inches —yellowish brown sandy loam
Underlying material:
31 to 65 inches—saprolite consisting of loamy sand in
shades of brown, yellow, or white
Chestnut
Surface layer:
0 to 3 inches —dark brown sandy loam
Subsoil.
3 to 20 inches —yellowish brown sandy loam
Underlying material
20 to 25 inches—saprolite consisting of light yellowish
brown sandy loam

Polk County, North Carolina
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: Vlle
Woodland ordination symbol: Based on shortleaf pine as
the indicator species, 8R in areas of the Fannin soil
and 7R in areas of the Cowee soil
GrE Grover loam, 25 to 45 percent slopes
Setting .
Landscape: Piedmont uplands
Landform: Hill slopes
Shape of areas: Irregular
Size of areas: 15 to 600 acres
Composition
Grover soil and similar inclusions: 90 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 10 percent
Typical Profile
Surface layer:
0 to 6 inches —brown loam
Subsoil:
6 to 20 inches —yellowish red loam
20 to 25 inches —yellowish red loam
Underlying material:
25 to 35 inches—saprolite consisting of strong brown
sandy loam that has very dark brown streaks and a
high content of mica
35 to 65 inches—saprolite consisting of multicolored
sandy loam that has a high content of mica
Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class: Very deep
Drainage class: Well drained
Permeability: Moderate
Available water capacity: Moderate
Depth to high water table: Greater than 6 feet
Flooding: None
Shrink -swell potential: Low
Extent of erosion: Slight
Slope class: Steep
Rock fragments: Less than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Moderately acid to very strongly acid
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches
Inclusions
Dissimilar inclusions:
• Randomly scattered small areas of rock outcrops
• Ashlar soils that have hard bedrock at a depth of less
than 40 inches and occur near small areas of rock
outcrops
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Similar inclusions:
• Soils that are similar to the Grover soil but have a lower
content of mica
• Soils that are similar to the Grover soil but have more
clay in the subsoil
Use and Management
Major Uses: Woodland
Agricultural Development
Cropland
Suitability. Unsuited
Management concerns:
• The slope is a severe limitation affecting crop
production. A site should be selected on better suited
soils.
Pasture and hayland
Suitability for pasture: Poorly suited
Suitability for hayland: Unsuited
Potential productivity: Low
Management concerns: Erodibility and equipment use
Management measures and considerations:
• Special equipment or planning may be needed to safely
harvest or maintain forage.
• Applying lime, fertilizer, seed, and herbicides by hand
helps to increase productivity in the steeper areas.
Woodland
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Equipment use and erodibility
Management measures and considerations:
• Constructing roads, fire lanes, and skid trails on the
contour helps to overcome the slope.
• Installing broad -based dips, water bars, and culverts
helps to stabilize logging roads, skid trails, and landings.
• Reseeding all disturbed areas with adapted grasses and
legumes helps to prevent erosion.
• Establishing a buffer zone of trees and shrubs in areas
adjacent to streams helps to reduce siltation and provides
shade for the water surface.
Urban Development
Dwellings
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Slope and a very severe hazard
of erosion
Management measures and considerations:
• Sites should be selected in areas where slopes are
least restrictive to construction and equipment use.
• Special building designs or high excavation costs may
be required.

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Special methods may be needed to control erosion in
bare areas following construction.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Slope
Management measures and considerations:
• The local Health Department should be contacted for
guidance in developing sanitary facilities.
Local roads and streets
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Slope and a very severe hazard
of erosion
Management measures and considerations:
• Constructing roads on the contour and providing
adequate water -control structures, such as culverts, help
to maintain road stability.
• Special methods may be needed to control erosion in
bare areas following construction.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: Vile
Woodland ordination symbol: 8R, based on loblolly pine
as the indicator species
HaC—Hayesville fine sandy loam, 8 to 15
percent slopes
Setting
Landscape: Mountain uplands
Landform: Broad ridges
Shape of areas: Irregular
Size of areas: 6 to 75 acres
Composition
Hayesville soil and similar inclusions: 90 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 10 percent
Typical Profile
Surface layer:
0 to 7 inches —yellowish brown fine sandy loam
Subsoil:
7 to 10 inches —yellowish red clay loam
10 to 21 inches —red clay
21 to 38 inches —yellowish red clay loam
Underlying material:
98 to 56 inches—saprolite consisting of yellowish red
loam that has pockets of clay loam
06 to 65 inches—saprolite consisting of fine sandy loam in
shades of yellow, red, or brown
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Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class: Very deep
Drainage class: Well drained
Permeability: Moderate
Available water capacity: Moderate
Depth to high water table: Greater than 6 feet
Flooding: None
Shrink -swell potential: Low
Extent of erosion: Slight
Slope class: Strongly sloping
Rock fragments: Less than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Moderately acid to extremely acid in unlimed
areas; ranging to slightly acid in the upper part of the
profile in limed areas
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches
Inclusions
Dissimilar inclusions:
• Cowee soils that have soft, weathered bedrock at a
depth of less than 40 inches and occur in landform
- . - positions similar to those of the Hayesville soil
Similar inclusions:
• Soils that are similar to the Hayesville soil but have a
higher content of mica
• Soils that are similar to the Hayesville soil but have a
browner subsoil
• Soils that are similar to the Hayesville soil but have a
loamy subsoil
Use and Management
Major Uses: Woodland, urban development, orchards,
and pasture and hayland
Agricultural Development
Cropland
Suitability: Moderately suited
Potential productivity: Moderately high
Management concerns: Erodibility and fertility
Management measures and considerations:
• Resource management systems that include
conservation tillage, crop residue management,
striperopping, and sod -based rotations help to reduce the
hazard of erosion, control runoff, and maximize water
infiltration.
• Applying lime and fertilizer according to
recommendations based on soil tests increases the
availability of plant nutrients and helps to maximize
productivity.
Pasture and hayland
Suitability for pasture: Well suited
Suitability for hayland: Moderately suited

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conservation tillage, crop residue management,
striperopping, and sod -based rotations help to reduce the
hazard of erosion, control surface runoff, and maximize
water infiltration.
• Incorporating crop residue into the soil or leaving
residue on the soil surface helps to minimize clodding and
crusting and maximize water infiltration.
• Tilling only during dry periods helps to prevent clodding
and crusting and increase water infiltration.
• Applying lime and fertilizer according to
recommendations based on soil tests increases the
availability of plant nutrients and helps to maximize
productivity.
Pasture and hayland
Suitability for pasture: Well suited
jitability for hayland: Moderately suited
Potential productivity: Moderately high
Management concerns: Erodibility and equipment use
Management measures and considerations:
• Planting adapted species helps to ensure the production
of high -quality forage and reduce the hazard of erosion.
• Preparing seedbeds on the contour or across the slope
helps to reduce the hazard of erosion and increase
germination.
• The slope may limit equipment use in the steeper areas
during the harvest of hay crops.
• Fencing livestock away from creeks and streams helps.. -
to prevent the caving of streambanks, sedimentation, and
contamination from animal waste.
Woodland
Suitability: Well suited
Management concerns: Equipment use and seedling
survival
Management measures and considerations:
• Unsurfaced roads may be impassible during wet periods
because of the high content of clay.
• Logging only during dry periods helps to prevent rutting
and damage to tree roots as a result of compaction.
• Replanting may be needed because of seedling
mortality.
• Planting seedlings during wet, cool periods helps to
improve survival rates.
Urban Development
Dwellings
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Slope
Management measures and considerations:
• Designing structures so that they conform to the natural
slope helps to improve soil performance.
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• Grading or land shaping can divert upslope surface
water away from foundations.
• Vegetating cleared and graded areas as soon as
possible or constructing silt fences helps to maintain soil
stability and keep sediments onsite.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Restricted permeability and slope
Management measures and considerations:
• Increasing the size of the absorption field helps to
improve the performance of the septic tank.
• Installing the distribution lines of septic systems during
dry periods -helps to prevent smearing and sealing of
trench walls.
• Installing distribution lines on the contour helps to
improve performance of septic tank absorption fields.
Local roads and streets
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Low strength and slope
Management measures and considerations:
• Providing sand and gravel and compacting roadbeds
improve soil strength.
• Constructing roads on the contour and providing
adequate water -control structures, such as culverts, help
to maintain road stability.
• Vegetating cut and fill slopes as soon as possible after
construction helps to stabilize the soil and prevents
excessive erosion.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: We
Woodland ordination, symbol: 7C, based on loblolly pine
as the indicator species
Fmi Madison sandy clay loam, 8 to 15
percent slopes, eroded
Setting
Landscape: Piedmont uplands
Landform: Ridges and hill slopes
Shape of areas: Irregular
Size of areas: 10 to 300 acres
Composition
Madison soil and similar inclusions: 85 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 15 percent
Typical Profile
Surface layer:
0 to 6 inches —brown sandy clay loam

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Subsoil:
6 to 21 inches —red clay
21 to 26 inches —red clay loam
26 to 37 inches —red clay loam
Underlying material:
37 to 65 ,inches—saprolite consisting of coarse sandy
loam in shades of red, yellow, or brown that has a
j high content of mica
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Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class: Very deep
Drainage class: Well drained
Permeability: Moderate
Available water capacity: Moderate
Depth to high water table: Greater than 6 feet
Flooding: None
Shrink -swell potential: Low
Extent of erosion: Moderate
Slope class: Strongly sloping
Rock fragments: Less than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Moderately acid to very strongly acid in unlimed
areas; ranging to slightly acid in the upper part of the
profile in limed areas
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches
Inclusions
Dissimilar inclusions:
• Bethlehem`soils that have soft, weathered bedrock at a
depth'of less than 40 inches and occur in landform
positions similar to those of the Madison soil
Similar inclusions:
• Madison soils that have a surface layer of slightly
eroded sandy loam or loam
• Soils that are similar to the Madison soil but have a
lower content of mica
• Soils that are similar to the Madison soil but have a
thicker, subsoil
Use and Management
Major Uses: Woodland, dwellings, and pasture and
hayland
Agricultural Development
Cropland
Suitability: Moderately suited
Potential productivity: Moderate
Management concerns: Erodibility, tilth, and fertility
Management measures and considerations:
• Resource management systems that include
conservation tillage, crop residue management,
striperopping, and sod -based rotations help to reduce the
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hazard of erosion, control surface runoff, and maximize
water infiltration.
• Incorporating crop residue into the soil or leaving
residue on the soil surface helps to minimize clodding and
crusting and maximize water infiltration.
• Tilling only during dry periods helps to prevent clodding
and crusting and increase water infiltration.
• Applying lime and fertilizer according to
recommendations based on soil tests increases the
availability of plant. nutrients and helps to maximize
productivity.
Pasture and hayland
Suitability for pasture: Well suited
Suitability for hayland: Moderately suited
Potential productivity: Moderately high
Management concerns: Erodibility and equipment use
Management measures and considerations:
• Planting adapted species helps to ensure the production
of high -quality forage and reduce the hazard of erosion.
• Preparing seedbeds on the contour or across the slope
helps to reduce the hazard of erosion and increase
germination.
• The slope may limit equipment use in the steeper areas
during the harvest of hay crops.
• Fencing livestock away from creeks and streams helps
to prevent the caving of streambanks, sedimentation, and
contamination from animal waste.
Woodland
Suitability: Well suited
Management concerns: Equipment use and seedling
survival
Management measures and considerations:
• Unsurfaced roads may be impassible during wet periods
because of the high content of clay.
• - Logging only during dry periods helps to prevent rutting
and damage to tree roots as a result of compaction.
• Replanting may be needed because of seedling
mortality.
• Planting seedlings during wet, cool periods helps to
improve survival rates.
Urban Development
Dwellings
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Slope and a very severe hazard
of erosion for the underlying material
Management measures and considerations:
• Designing structures so that they conform to the natural
slope helps to improve soil performance.
• Grading or land shaping can divert upslope surface
water away from foundations.

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• Vegetating cleared and graded areas as soon as - -.-
possible or constructing silt fences helps to maintain soil
stability and keep sediments onsite.
• Special methods may be needed to control erosion in
bare areas .following construction.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Restricted permeability and slope
Management measures and considerations: ,
• Increasing the size of the absorption field helps to
improve the performance of the septic tank.
• Installing the distribution lines of septic systems during
dry periods helps to prevent smearing and sealing of
trench walls.
• Installing distribution lines on the contour helps to
improve performance of septic tank absorption fields.
Local roads and streets
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Low strength, slope, and a very
severe hazard of erosion for the underlying material
Management measures and considerations:
• Providing sand and gravel and compacting roadbeds
improve soil strongth.
• Constructing roads on the contour'and providing
adequate water -control structures, such as culverts, help
to maintain road stability.
• Vegetating cut and fill slopes as soon as possible after
construction helps to stabilize the soil and prevents
excessive erosion.
• Special methods may be needed to control erosion in
bare areas following construction.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: IVe
Woodland ordination symbol: 7C, based on loblolly pine
as the indicator species
MaM Madison sandy clay loam, 15 to 25
percent slopes, eroded
Setting
Landscape: Piedmont uplands
Landform: Ridges and hill slopes
Shape of areas: Irregular
Size of areas: 10 to 600 acres
Composition
Madison soil and similar inclusions: 85 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 15 percent
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Typical Profile
Surface layer.
0 to 6 inches —brown sandy clay loam
Subsoil:
6 to 21 inches —red clay
21 to 26 inches —red clay loam
26 to 37 inches —red clay loam
Underlying material:
37 to 65 inches—saprolite consisting of coarse sandy
loam in shades of red, yellow, or brown that has a
high content of mica
Soil Properties and Qualities
Depth class: Very deep
Drainage class: Well drained
Permeability: Moderate
Available water capacity: Moderate
Depth to high water table: Greater than 6 feet
Flooding: None
Shrink -swell potential: Low
Extent of erosion: Moderate
Slope class: Moderately steep
Rock fragments: Less than 0.01 percent surface coverage
Reaction: Moderately acid to very strongly acid in unlimed
areas; ranging to slightly acid in the upper part of the
profile in limed areas
Depth to bedrock: Greater than 60 inches
Inclusions
Dissimilar inclusions:
• Bethlehem soils that have soft, weathered bedrock at a
depth of less than 40 inches and occur in landform
positions similar to those of the Madison soil
Similar inclusions:
• Soils that are similar to the Madison soil but have a
lower content of mica
• Soils that are similar to the Madison soil but have less
clay in the subsoil
Use and Management
Major Uses: Woodland and pasture
Agricultural Development
Cropland
Suitability: Poorly suited
Potential productivity: Low
Management concerns: Erodibility, equipment use, tilth,
and fertility
Management measures and considerations:
• It is difficult to successfully control erosion and maintain

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Ffertility through resource management systems in areas
of this soil.
• Special equipment or planning may be needed to safely
plant and harvest crops.
i Pasture and hayland
Suitability for pasture: Moderately suited _
Suitability for hayland: Poorly suited
Potential productivity: Moderate
Management concerns: Erodibility and equipment use
Management measures and considerations:
• Planting adapted species helps to ensure the production
of high -quality forage and reduce the hazard of erosion.
• Special care is needed in renovating pastures and
�r establishing seedbeds to prevent further erosion.
• Special equipment or planning may be needed to safely
harvest or maintain forage.
• Fencing livestock away from creeks and streams helps
to prevent the caving of streambanks, sedimentation, and
contamination from animal waste.
Woodland
Suitability: Moderately suited
Management concerns: Equipment use, erodibility, and
seedling survival
Management measures and considerations:
• Unsurfaced roads may be impassible during wet periods
because of the high content of clay.
• Logging only during dry periods helps to prevent rutting
and damage to tree roots as a result of compaction.
• Installing broad -based dips, water bars, and culverts
helps to stabilize logging roads, skid trails, and landings.
• Reseeding all disturbed areas with adapted grasses and
legumes helps to prevent erosion.
Replanting may be needed because of seedling
mortality.
• Planting seedlings during wet, cool periods helps to
;mprove survival rates.
Establishing a buffer zone of trees and shrubs in areas
adjacent to streams helps to reduce siltation and provides
shade for the water surface.
Urban Development
)wellings
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Slope and a very severe hazard
of erosion for the underlying material
danagement measures and considerations:
• Sites should be selected in areas where slopes, are
'-)ast restrictive to construction and equipment use.
Designing structures so that they conform to the natural
slope helps to improve soil performance.
Vegetating cleared and graded areas as soon as
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possible or constructing silt fences helps to maintain soil
stability and keep sediments onsite.
• Special methods may be needed to control erosion in
bare areas following construction.
Septic tank absorption fields
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Restricted permeability and slope
Management measures'and considerations:
• Onsite waste disposal systems may require special
design.
• The local Health Department should be contacted for
guidance in developing sanitary facilities.
Local roads and streets
Suitability: Poorly suited
Management concerns: Low strength, slope, and a very
severe hazard of erosion for the underlying material
Management measures and considerations:
• Providing sand and gravel and compacting roadbeds
improve soil strength.
• Constructing roads on the contour and providing
adequate water -control structures, such as culverts, help
to maintain road stability.
• Vegetating cut and fill slopes as soon as possible after
construction helps to stabilize the soil and prevents
excessive erosion.
• Special methods may be needed to control erosion in
bare areas following construction.
Interpretive Groups
Land capability classification: Vle
Woodland ordination symbol: 7R, based on loblolly pine
as the indicator species
MsB—Masada sandy loam, 2 to 8 percent
slopes
Setting
Landscape: Piedmont valleys
Landform: Stream terraces
Shape of areas: Irregular
Size of areas: 6 to 40 acres
Composition
Masada soil and,similar inclusions: 95 percent
Dissimilar inclusions: 5 percent
Typical Profile
Surface layer:
0 to 9 inches —brown sandy loam
Subsoil:
9 to 18 inches —strong brown sandy clay loam

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM D .
To be filed only by dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 276994617
North Carolina NPDES Permit Number I NC00
(if known)
Please print or type
1. Mailing address of applicant/perinittee:
1
I Facility Name CooperRiis
Owner Name CooperRiis.
I, Street Address Highway 108, P. O. Box 416
City Mill Spring
State North Carolina
ZIP Code 28756
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail Address N/A
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Name (If different from above) Same
Facility Contact Person Donald R. Cooper
Street Address or State Road Highway 108, P. O. Box 416
j� City / Zip Code Mill Spring
County Polk
Telephone Number (828-) 894-5557
3. Reason for application:
Expansion/Modification * Existing Unpermitted Discharge
Renewal New Facility X
* Please provide a description of the expansion/modification:
N/A
4. Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with
capacities):
N/A
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To be filed only by dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
one of Facility Generating Wastewater
Industrial
Commercial
Residential
School
Other
X
Number of Employees
Number of Employees
Number of Homes
Number of Students/Staff
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):
Dormitories, Dining Facilities
6. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
One
7. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each
outfall:
N/A
8. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
Canal Creek / White Oak Creek
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Donald R. Cooper
Printed Name of Person Signing
rllol.Q e) 4�' '� X 40
Title
A
Signature of Appli
VI? / o
Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or
certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any
recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed sic months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or
imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both for a similar offense.)
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January 17, 2001
North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Re: CooperRiis
Project No. 20026
Dear Sir or Madam:
This letter serves to certify that I am financially qualified and abl6,to fund
construction of a wastewater treatment facility at CooperRiis for the treatment
of 11,000 gallons per day of donestic sewage.
Sincerely,
Donald R. Cooper 1
400 Rod? no(k ROA Old HOURNO, k (. 26711

State of North Carolina
RECEIVE®
Department of Environment and Natural Resources WATERQUALITY 8ECiION
Division of Water Quality JAN 15 ` 0U2
FAST -TRACK APPLICATION Non-D1sft ge PenNng
for GRAVITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS
(Pressure sewers systems are not to be included as part of this application package)
THIS FORMMAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USEASAN ORIGINAL.
INSTRUCTIONS: Indicate that you have included the following list of required application package items by signing your
initials in the space provided next to each item. Failure to submit all required items will lead to additional processing and review
time for the permit application.
Application Form - Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application form.
Any changes to this form will result in the application being returned. The Division of Water Quality (Division) will
only accept application packages that have been fully completed with all applicable items addressed. You do not need
to submit detailed plans and specifications unless you respond NO to item IV.6. and/or item IV.10.
QB. Attachment - Submit -the completed and properly executed Form WSCA 10/99 for each watershed within the project
Olocation.
1�2EC. Application Fee - Submit a check in the amount of $400 made payable to: North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources (NCDENR).
D. Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity — If the application is being submitted in the name of a privately -
owned public utility, submit two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, which demonstrates
that the public utility is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the sewer extension. If a
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity has not been issued, provide two copies of a letter from the NC
Utilities Commission's Public Staff that states that an application for a franchise has been received, that the service area
is contiguous to an existing franchised area, and/or that franchise approval is expected.
/114 E. Operational Agreements — Submit one original and two copies of a properly executed operational agreement if the
sewer extension will be serving residential or commercial lots (e.g., houses, condominiums, townhomes, outparcels,
etc.) that will be owned by a homeowners' association or developer. If the applicant is a homeowners' association, use
Form HOA 10/99. If the applicant is a developer, use Form DEV 10/99.
F. Flow Acceptance Letters — If the owner of the downstream sewers and/or WWTF is different from the applicant,
submit two copies of a flow acceptance letter from the owner of the downstream sewers and WWTF. Flow acceptance
letters must contain the following minimum information: applicant and project name, amount of flow accepted, and
name and permit number of the receiving sewers/WWTF. The flow acceptance must not expire prior to permit
issuance and must be dated less than a year prior to the application date. Intergovernmental agreements or other
contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -speck flow acceptance letter.
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
"MATERIALS; SHOULD BE SENT TO -THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S. Postal Service:
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
FORM: FTA 06/00
By Courier/Special Delivery:
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RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27604
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Telephone number: (IFIAK) Facsimile number: ( ) / 42 = 139
4. Project name (name of the subdivision, facility or establishment, etc.):
-7-.rJC•
5. County where project is located: _
�- --6- -Fee-submitted: $ —Od - (See InstructionnC.)
7. Name and complete address of engineering firm: �./DI�iA; j L�.YEY �irJ.SG/G71' 6
City: State: -i Zip:
Telephone number: Facsimile number: / i/—
8. Name and affiliation of contact person who can answer questions about application:
H. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Project is: L- new; modification
2. , If this application is being submitted as a result of a modification to an e s
existing permit number
and the issuance date
3. Applicant is: public —Lzprivate
If private, units (lots, townhomes, etc.) are: leased (Skip to item III.);
1.5 aL14
peumt, providoo�
If sold, facilities owned by a: public utility (See Instruction D.);
homeowners' association/developer (See Instruction E.)
III. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
penwtung
1. Please provide a one- or two -word description specifying the origin of the wastewater (school,
subdivision, hospital; commercial facility, industry, apartments, condominiums, etc.):
.S�P r Z�- c4iQE
2. Volume of wastewater generated by this project: ,/�, f%Dy gallons per day
3. Explanation of how wastewater flow was determined (15A NCAC 2H .0219(1)):
��i.SE4� !>r t//•f�^�91G G �fD,�'D s C;?A 0 o2 —, 9w Pap @ oZ W&
4. Nature of wastewater: 4V % Domestic/Commercial; % Industrial;
% Other waste - specify:
FORM: FTA 06/00 Page%2 of 5

5. If wastewater is industrial in nature:
a.' Level of pretreatment that has been provided to ensure protection of the receiving collection system
and wastewater treatment facility:
b. If a pretreatment permit is required, has one been issued? Yes; No. If yes, please
attach a copy of the pretreatment permit. If no, provide date- application was submitted:
IV. DESIGN INFORMATION:.
1. Brief project description: A 5-V G. � 9-Ate" 16 Pg,4 J/7Y .S45A: - '
2. Owner and name of wastewater treatment facility (WWTF) receiving wastewater (See Instruction F.): _
3. WWTF permit number (NC00***** or WQ00*****): �%�' O1J87/aZoZ
----- -- -- - -- — --- ----
4. List the owner(s) of any intermediate sewers if different from applicant or owner of WWTF (See
Instruction F.): il/D.f/E
5.. Summary of GRAVITY SEWER to be permitted:
Diameter
(inches)
Length
(linear feet)
sv
6. Does the subject gravity sewer collection system comply with the
most recent version of the Gravity
Sewer Minimum Design Criteria and 15A NCAC 2H .0200? C ' Yes; No. If no, please
identify criteria and explain:
7. Summary of PUMP STATIONS to be permitted: li-1ji4
No. or
Name
Design Flow
(MGD)
Pump Operational Points
GPM @ feet TDH
Reliability Option
Selected
FORM: FTA 06/00 . Page 3 of 5

8. Summary of FORCE MAIN to be permitted: A11-
Diameter Length
(inches) (linear feet)
9. List any equipment being utilized that is not specifically mentioned elsewhere in the application or as
part of the Minimum Design Criteria (e.g., telemetry, hoist, odor control equipment, mechanical bar
screens, etc.): 1610AIe
10. Do the subject pump stations and force mains comply with the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -
Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains document adopted June 1, 2000 and 15A NCAC 2H
.0200? Yes; No. If no, please identify criteria and explain: A?A
NOTE: If you responded NO to item IVA and/or item IV.10. above, two (2) copies
of detailed plans, specifications, supporting information, and any other materials
pertaining to the identified criteria should be submitted with the
completed and appropriately executed application form.
FORM: FTA 06/00 Page 4 of 5

f.VGIVL.W
-.� WATER QUALITY SEC71ON
}
V. CERTIFICATIONS
Professional Engineer's Certification: ®n-fllSdtbfg® Perrrn ag
attest that this application forD���/P//S
has been reviewed by me and is
accurate, complete and consistent with the information in the engineering plans, calculations, and all other
supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge. I further attest that to the best of my knowledge the
proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers adopted February 12, 1996, and the Minimum Design Criteria for the
Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000. Although certain portions of
this submittal package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under
my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the
proposed design. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person
who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of
a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to
$25,000 per violation.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date:
'(N cA
_0 • F ESS%
eif 7�93
;`O • • FNG1NIvC •-�
�7V • ..
rCO wss°oC
Applicant's Certification:
PJJ it C-, C,M �_Af- attest that this application for
—z-A%C• has been reviewed by me and is
accurateeaand complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this application
are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this
application package will be returned to me as incomplete. Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes
143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation,
Signature: V n
FORM: FTA 06/00
6LLc\r A `A CO ne,� jL.i
Page 5 of 5

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
WATERSHED CLASSIFICATION ATTACHMENT
Any changes made to this form will result in the application being returned.
(THIS FORMMAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE ASANORIGINAL)
INSTRUCTIONS:
To determine the classification of the watershed(s) in which the subject project will be located, you are required to
submit this form, with Items 1 through 8 completed, to the appropriate Division of Water Quality Regional Office
Water Quality Supervisor (see Page 2 of 2) prior to submittal of the application for review. -At a minimum, you must
include an 8.5" by I V copy of the portion of a 7.5-minute USGS Topographic Map that shows the surface waters
immediately downslope of the project. You must identify the location of the project and the closest downslope surface
waters (waters for which you are requesting the classification) on the submitted map copy. If the facility is located in
the Neuse River Basin, also include a copy of the soil survey map for the project location. The corresponding non -
discharge application may not be submitted until this form is completed by the appropriate regional office and
included with the submittal._..__
1. Applicant's name (name of the nu nicipality, corporation, individual, etc.):-- -- -
2. Name and complete address of applicant: /"/iP %ON LOO,�, C.O".t'//S ..l.ye.
D �oX $1/4T , 1
City: �/L G State: N • C• Zip: a 92!0l
Telephone nurrmber: ( ?�) 9 �� S'SS 7 Facsimile number: (YoV
3. Project 4a , name of the subdivision, facility or establishment, etc.): env �P.P//S . 1-JC'•
RECEIVE0
WAT rWXITYSEC11ON
4. County where project is located:
5. Name(s) of closest surface'waters: fG� LUG _ O.¢K Cog.
6. River basin(s) in which the project is located:
7. Topographic map name and date:
8. North -Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date:
TO: REGIONAL OFFICE WATER QUALITY SUPERVISOR
Please provide me with the classification(s) of the surface waters, v
these activities will occur, as identified on the attached map segment:
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d(ssl and appropriate river basin(s) where
Name(s) of surface waters and river basin(s): �uu — (fit 0,0 &V\UL
Classification(s) (as established by the EMC)-
Proposed classification(s), if applicable:
River basin buffer rules, if applicable:
Signature of regional office personnel V" l7 + 4 Date:
FORM: WSCA 10/99 Page 1 of 2

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CIVIL,' : MRONMENTAL / WATER / WAS _-'WATER
JOHN T. COXEY
CONSULTING ENGINEERING, P.A.
January 9, 2002
Ms. Kristin Miguez
NCDENR
=Divi sion7of�ater=Quality= -
Non -Discharging Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Re: CooperRiis, Inc.
8-inch Gravity Sewers
Polk County
Project No: 20026
Dear Ms. Miguez:
RECEIVED
WATER QUAMYSECTION
UAN 15 ?UL+L
NwftI>arge Peftoq
Attached please find two (2) copies of the following documents submitted for
review:
1. Fast Track Application (one original, one copy)
2. Copy of form WSCA 10/99 completed by Regional Office
3. Application Fee in the amount of Four Hundred and no/10.0 Dollars ($400.00)
The project consists of an extension of approximately 1,650 LF of 8" gravity
rsewer to erve the above referenced project. The sewer will connect to a package waste
-- -" ' "treatnent-plant (NC 0087122) for treatment and discharge -to Canal -Creek in Polk
County. The treatment plant will be owned by the Owner of the gravity sewer system. I
recently spoke with you regarding this project in reference to the Operational Agreement,
which is not required for this project.
JAN 2
JOHN T. COXEY, P. E.
PRESIDENT
53 FOX CHASE RD. WEST
ASHEVILLE, N.C. 28804
PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]

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Ms. Kristin Nliguez
If you have further questions, please call me at your convenience.
Sincerely,
John T. Coxey Consulting Engineering, P. A.
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John T. Coxey, P.E.
JTC/pc
Enclosures
cc: Don Cooper
WATFO01lAtrry F�OM
'DISC®

RECFIVE
• NVATERQ AUT(S CTION
State of North Carolina
-
Department of Environment and Natural Resources j t w'�
Division of Water Quality Non -Discharge Pelmittirg
FAST -TRACK APPLICATION
for GRAVITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS
(Pressure sewers systems are not to be included as part of this application package)
THIS FiORMMAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USEASAN ORIGINAL. .
INSTRUCTIONS: Indicate that you have included the following list of required application package items by signing your
initials in the space provided next to each item. Failure to submit all required items will lead to additional processing and review
time for the permit application.
Application Form - Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application form
Any changes to this form will result in the application being returned The Division of Water Quality (Division) will
only accept application packages that have been fully completed with all applicable items addressed. You do not need
to submit detailed vlaos and specifications unless you respond NO to item IV 6 and/or item N 10
B. Attachment - Submit the completed and properly executed Form WSCA-10/99-fix: each' watershed within the. project.
location
G Application Fee - Submit a check in the amount of $400 made payable to: North Carolina Department of Environment
. and Natural Resources (NCDENR).
D. Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity — If the application is being submitted in the name of a privately -
owned public utility, submit two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity, which demonstrates
that the public utility is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the sewer extension. If a
Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity has not been issued, provide two copies of a letter from the NC
t7tilitie,Commission's Public Staff that states that an application for a franchise has been received, that the service area
is c6nt gdous to an existing franchised area, and/or that franchise approval is expected.'
AID z. Operational Agreements — Submit one original and two copies of a properly executed operational agreement if the
sewer extension will be saving residential or commercial lots (e.g., houses, condominiums, townhomes, outparcels,
etc.) that will Downed by a homeowners' association or developer. If the applicant is a homeowners' association, use
Form HOA 10/99.1f the applicant is a developer, use Form DEV 10/99.
F. Flow Acceptance Letters — If the owner of -the downstream sewers and/or WWTF is different from the applicant,
submit two copies of a flow acceptanceletter from the owner of the downstream sewers and WWTF.. Flow acceptance
letters must contain the following minimum information: applicant and project name, amount of flow accepted, and
name and permit number of the receiving sewerdWWTF. The flow acceptance must not.expire prior to permit
issuance and must be dated less than a year prior to the application date. Intergovernmental agreements or other
contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -specific flow acceptance letter.
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING, ADDRESS:"
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL'RESOURCES'
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
By U.S. Postal Service • @Y Corrier/Suecial Delivery
-
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER 512 NORTH SALISBURY STREET, SUITE 1219
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617 RALEIGH, NORTH-CAROLINA 27604
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FACSV41LE NUMBER: (919) 715-6M
For more infa wsaden, visit our web site iw b2aenr swaneus/ndpu/
FORM: FTA 06/00 Pagel of 5

y, le
Applicaidon Number. l/(' (w,be °omP ced by nw�
L GENERAL INFORMATION
1 Applicant's name (name of the municipality, corporation, individual,
oP�.QR�is Z',vc. RE& 1VED-'.
2. Owner's or s1 g official's name, and title(15A NCAC 2H :OZU - (b))• -
WATER CI IAl 1TYSFCT10K
3 Name and:comglete address of applicant: VAle
ro
City L'U� .R , :' State: C, Zip
Telephone number (��) ��� Facsimile number:
AL.Project name (name of the subdivision,.facility or establishment, etc.):
5. ` County where•pio pqt is located:.
_m 6 F.ee submitted �'` (See Ina on G ) ,
7 Name and complete address of eiigmeering firm: '/oiy� %// a'Ey T �irLSNL"T/•tJ6
city Awl 0 /LLE' State: mil/ Zap a88
_.
Telephone number. ,(gd ) / h6 -MAk Facsimile, number:7. (� ) G56 /3y
8._. Name and affiliation of contact person who can answer questions about application:
IL ` PERMIT INFORMATION.
1 Project is: �> �/'' new..modification
J e), G
'2If�-this application is being submitted as- a result of a modification to 'an-exishngli, tt; provider
a0+ ttt a
existing`ance permit number , and'the issudate` L" '`13� r f''s
3 Applicant is: publicrivateI�-
�'� ; r
If private, units;,00ts, townhomes, etc.), are: leased (Skip to item III.); sold
If sold, facilities owned b a: public. utility. -(See Instruction'D.),
homeowners' association/develgper (See Iustrgction E) v
-IIL INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER ,
1. Please • provide a one- = or -.two-word description 'specifying the origin" of the -wastewater , (school,
subdivision, hospital; commercial facility, industry, apartments, condominiums, etc.):
2.. Yolume of wastewater' generated by this project: ,(�.�� gallons pe;day
3. Explanation of how wastewater flow was determined (15ANCAC 2H ,g219(1)): ,S o•PAo Seam',/ D6lG).
(Sf�4rh'N/•G�"ACL l�6f'D; 0?6�/SES� 3Gi46�0} o2sr�=iQ�/�l5 cR~d
4.. Nature of wastewater fOQ % DomesticJCommercial, "/o Industnal,
. Other -waste specify .. .
FORM ETA 0.6/00 •Page 2 of`5 l
' } '1}.. �.._:L_y a , .p,. .u'.r" it •r,..^',cx n' .t .. a„Tr?;

No. or
Design Flow . '.",
Pump Operational Points
Reliability Option ..
Name
GD)
'GPM@ feet TDH
" ..Selected,
r
FORM FTA 06/00
Page.3 of 5
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'J,r
8 Summary ofFORCE MAIN to W permitted: ,
Diameter' Length
(incties) (linear feet)
9 List 'any equipment being utpj*.,that is not specifically mentioned elsewhere in the application or as
part ,of the .Minimum Design Criteria (e.g., tel hoist, "odor control equipment, mechanical ,bar
screens, etc.):77
10, Do the subject'pump stations and'force mains -comply with the Uinimum Design Criteria -for the East-
Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains document adopted June l;, 2000 and 1 SA NC, 2H -
.0200? Yes, No If no; please. identify criteria and e_ xplam
,NOTE: If you; responded NO to item W.6. and/or item IV;IO.: aboxe, two (2y_ggpie9
of detailed plan9, specif cations, supporting information, and .any other materials"
erta�nin ' p g `to tiie Identified criteria should be submitted with the'
completed.and,appropriatelyexecuted"application.form.- '
FORM FTA 06100 Pa g,., e 4 of 5
y

CERTMCATIONSy f' ;
>:
Professional-Engineer'a'Certificxt�on t
attestthat.thisapmhcationfor.'
r has been -reviewed by me and.As
e, com late and' consistent with the;infonnation`in the engineering plans,';calculations, and:all.other
accurat p
supporting documentation to the best„of my knowledge. I further attestahat to the best ofmy knowledge'the
,. :proposed design has'been prepared in accordance with the.applicable, regulations, Gralnty..Sewer:'Minimum
+Design'Cnteria for Gravity Sewers --:adopted, February 12, 1996; and'the 1�Lmmum Design Cntena for the
;Fast_Track:Per`mittwgofPump Stat<ons'and Force Mains adopted June,1; 2000 Althoughtcertatn:porhons;of _",this,, submittal package may, have been 'developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under
m ; si .
y gnature:and seal signifies that'I°liaye.reviewed this material and have judged itao'be'consistent v�nth the ' ; •'
proposed design. Note: In accordance with NC General -Statutes,143-215.6A and 143-215.6B,,,any person
who.,knowingly makes any'false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall .be,guil_ty,..of ;
a Class 2 misdemeanor which maq''include a. fine ,not to exceed, $10,000 .as well as -civil penalties up.,to.
$23000 per violation.
North Carolina Professiono Engineer's seal, signature, and date:
CAR
O p ISS/
S RECEIVED
7293 WATER AUALITYSEC110N.
Applicant's Cerdficatiop
attest that this application for
GOmOEiPR/%5 ,1.�c. has been reviewed by,,, me and' is —
acc ratd and,com6lete t04 the best of my. knowledge. I understand that if all required parts .of this application.
are not. completed and that if all required supporting' information � and ;attachments: are not included;" this:
application package' -will 'be returned` to me as incomplete. Note:: In accordance- with NC General Statutes
143,215.6A and 143-215.6B,;,any�:person who knowingly makes any,
false statement, representation,: or
certification' in, any application shall ' be guilty "of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a" fine not to
exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation,_,_,.
t
Signature Date L�4 tiq a
a r if l tiL �Sl .ram
_``• .11^ U x�1� tie' `?
vl
FORM:.FTA.06/00 Page S of 5

Js, State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
WATERSHED CLASSIFICATION ATTACHMENT
A o '
Any changes made to this form will result in the application being returned.
(THIS FORMAM YBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
INSTRUCTIONS:
To determine the classification of the watershed(s) in which the subject project will be located, you are required to
submit this form, with Items 1 through 8 completed, to the appropriate Division of Water Quality Regional Office
Water Quality Supervisor (see Page 2 of 2) prior to submittal of the application for review. At a minimum, you must
include an 8.5" by I V copy of the portion of a 7.57minute USGS Topographic Map that shows the surface waters
immediately downslope of the project. You must identify the location of the project and the closest downslope surface
waters (waters for which you are requesting the classification) on the submitted map copy. If the facility is located in
the Neuse River Basin, also include a copy of the soil survey map for the project location. The corresponding non -
discharge application may not be submitted until this form is completed by the appropriate regional office and
included with the submittal.
1. Applicant's name (name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.):
2. Name and complete address of applicant: /"/iP. %OA/ 0 �� C_O ti - �/
'f?D 1&e'Px l�
City: State: Zip: 5,792Sl
Telephone number: Facsimile number: (YAS)
3. Project name (name of the subdivision, facility or establishment, etc.): ���y✓P.P/%S . . �.r1 �•
RECEIVED
WATER N IAI ITS/ SF(: In
4. County where project is located:
5. Name(s) of closest surface water;
J
6. River basin(s) in which the project is located: ,,A01-A0 /tIlk-eQ
7. Topographic map name.and date; W/GGS'' .P1W6 4 /990 °� Rharg®p iNQ
8. North Carolina Pib si ial hed f s��eal signatui e, and date: Cq�''�.,,
•` O
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_----�1Sf,11 Vf1_LF= REGIO(dAL OFFiC it •a�0y •°;�'GINE� .•'�-�
TO: REGIONAL OFFICE WATER QUALITY SUPERVISOR °°'o�. ° C'
DEC 2 7 2001
i" SEGiIOh' r
Please provide me with the classification(s) of the surface waters, watershed(s j, and appropriate river basin(s) where
these activities will occur, as identified on the attachedmap segment: nn
I��a Name(s) of surface waters and river basin(s): (haJ2� -- n-oad OVWL n�
Classification(s) (as established by the EMC): C-
Proposed classification(s), if applicable: `n/fiL
River basin buffer rules, if applicable:
Signature of regional office personnel.v"'t- Date:
FORM: WSCA 10/99 Page 1 of 2

State,ofNorth:`Carolina
:=Department of Environment
- and Natural Resources
Asheville Regional Office _ .�
' Michael F. Easley, Governor-
ry
C D E
William G-Ross;. Jr., SecretaN N R
Gregory. J. Thorpe, MD.,: Acting,Director NORTH CAROLINA. DEPARTMENT OF ,
- - _ ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCE5
Division -.of Water Quality. ;
WATER QUALITY SECTION
January. 31,` 2002 .
Mr: Donald Cooper, Chairman
_ ..CooperRiis, .Inc:,: =
PO_ Box. 416 =,
:Mill -Spring,.:.North. Carolina .�_28756
Subject: Permit No. WQ0020917
CooperRiis Care Facility
Gravity' Sewer.;. Collection System
Polk. -County -
Dear
Mr. Cooper:
In accordance with your application received January'l5, 2002,'please find attached Permit
Number WQ0020917 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
L :conditions. and limitations,as..specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered, a part, of. this
permit and' is therefore incorporated therein by reference.
.Please pay particular attention to condition. -three (3) of the permit which= requires that the
wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained'in accordance with 15A.NCAC
2H .0227 or any individual system -wide collection. system permit issued to the Permittee.
Permitting of this project does not constitute acceptance of any part of the project that does
not meet 15A NCAG 2H...0200; the. Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum
Design Criteria adopted February 12, ' 1996 as applicable; and. the Division's. Minimum Design
Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as
applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the
certification provided by a North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer in the application. It shall
s be the Permittee'responsibility to ensure that the. as -constructed. project- meets. the appropriate
design criteria and rules. Failure to, comply may result- in penalties in accordance with North
Carolina General Statute,143-215.6A through 143-215.6C, construction of additional or replace"-
ment wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina -Licensed Professional
Engineer to the licensing -board.

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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 CooperRiis, Inc. for the construction and operation of approximately 1,650 linear feet of
8-inch gravity sewer; to serve the CooperRiis Care Facility and the discharge of 11,000 gallons per
day of collected domestic wastewater and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's
Gravity Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum
Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations, and Force Mains adopted June 1,
2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department
of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit.
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the CooperRiis-
Wastewater Treatment facility (NPDES Permit No. NC0087122) prior to being discharged into the
receiving stream.
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 rand binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact- Wanda Frazier at
828/251-6208 extension 218.
Enclosure
xc: Polk County Health Department
Non -Discharge Permitting. Unit
John Coxey, P.E., Engineer
Sincerely,
V �
Gregory J. Thorpe,, Ph.D.
0

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL. MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION 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 -wastewater collection facilities are constructed .
in.accordance with the conditions of this permit: 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water
Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 -as
applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria, for the- Fast -Track. Permitting of Pump
Stations and Force Mains adopted. June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting
materials" unless specifically mentioned herein.
2. This permit shall be 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 2H
.0227. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met
as provided in 15A NCAC 2H .0227:.
a.. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to.prevent
discharge to surface waters; and any contravention of the groundwater standards in
15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200.
b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed prior to January 1, 2004 and shall
be actively maintained.
C. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented.
d. ' Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every
day, as defined in 15A NCAC 2B .0503(5). Pump stations that are connected to a
telemetry system shall be inspected at least once. per week.
e. High -priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period
of time.
f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once
per year.

g. Inspection and maintenance, records shall be maintained for a period of at least three
years. - ,
h. Overflows and,bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division Regional Office
in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as -required by North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 C.
4. This- permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater
facilities to change ownership,' or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit
request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied ,by documentation from the parties
involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this
request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
5. Construction of the gravity sewers 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.
6. Upon completion of construction and. prior to operation of these- permitted facilities, a
certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design
calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a
North. Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the- facilities - have been
installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division's Gravity Sewer
Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design
Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000
as applicable; 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. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating
the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial
certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record
Drawings", and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the _Non -Discharge.
Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617.
7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for
the life of the wastewater collection facilities.
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2H
.0200;- the Division's. Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as
- applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump
Station and Force Mains adopted�June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials
may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with
North Carolina General. Statutes 143-215.6A through.143-215.6C.
9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including. the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action,
including those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional
or replacement facilities.
10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from -complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government

agencies (local,.- state, and. federal) which. have, jurisdiction, � including. but". not limited 'to..,
applicable. river. buffer rules,in 15A-NC AC 2B .0200; .erosion and sedimentation control ,
requirements in 15A NCAC. Ch. 4 and" underthe Division's General Permit NCG0100000,-
and: any requirements pertaining to wetlands,
under NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H
.05,00.
11.. Non-compliance Notification:.
.The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional. Office, -telephone number
828/25.1-6208 as soon as possible, but in no. case�more than 24.hours oron_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 renders, the facility
incapable of"adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or,electrical failures -of..
pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.;" or
b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directlyto .receiving
waters without treatment. of all or any portion of the influent to- such station or, facility.
Persons -'reporting such occurrences`bytelephone shall also file.al written report inletterform'
within five. days- following first .knowledge:"of the occurrence. This report must outline the
actions taken or. proposed to 'be'taken to ensure thaf the problem does not.'recur::
-Permit issued this the 3.1st day of-January,2002.
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
gory: J."Thorpe,.Ph.D., Acting, Director
ivision of Water Quality
By Authority- of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0020917

'ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
Permit No: WQ0020917
Partial Final
Permittee: CooperRiis, Inc
Issued: January 31, 2002
I, as a duly
registered- Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been. authorized to observe
(circle one:) periodically, weekly, full time
the -construction of the project CooperRiis, Inc., Mill Spring, NC in Polk County for the-Permittee
(project name) (location and county)
hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the. observation
of the construction such. that the, construction. was observed ' to be built within substantial
compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2H .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity
Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted. February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum
Design Criteria: for the. Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1,
2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials,
North.Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and dater
The above Engineer's Certification shall be completed and submitted to the address below with one
copy of the "Construction Record Drawings" of the wastewater collection system extension as well
as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project. This
project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification
and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Any wastewater
flow made tributaryto the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion. of this
Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee
to appropriate enforcement actions.
Mail to: NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617

01/17/02
Permit Number WQ0020917 Permit Tracking SI
Program Category Status Project Type
Non -discharge In review New Project
Permit Type Fast Track ` c_ version Permit Classification
Gravity Sewer Extension, Pump Stations, & Individual
Pressure Sewer Extensions
Primary Reviewer Permit Contact Affiliation
forrest.westall
Permitted Flow
11000
Facility
Facility Name Major/Minor Region
CooperRiis, Inc. Minor Asheville
Location Address County
ok
Facility Contact Affiliation
Owner Name Owner Type
CooperRiis, Inc. Non -Government
-owner Affiliation
Donald Cooper
P 0 Box 416
Mill Spring NC 28756
Dates/Events
Draft Scheduled Public
Orig Issue App Received Initiated Issuance Notice Issue Effective Expiration
01/15/02
Regulated Activities Requested/Received Events
Lodging/campground/rest area
Outf all NULL
RO staff report received
RO staff report requested
Additional information requested
Additional information received
Groundwater comments requested
Groundwater comments received
Waterbody Name Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin
`BAN 2 2 2002
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