WQ0006837_Regional Office Physical File Scan Up To 1/19/2021

State of. North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and) Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality.
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P..E., Director
March 6, 1997
Bill L. Thompson, Secretary
Thompson Contractors, Inc.
Post Office Box 1268
Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139
Dear Mr. Thompson:
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Subject: Permit No. WQ00068,37
Thompson Contractors, Inc'
Miller Creek Rock Crusher
Wastewater Recycle System
Rutherford County
In accordance with the renewal request received February40, 1997, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0006837, dated March 6, 1997, to Thompson Contractors Inc. for the continued operation
of the subject wastewater recycle system.
This permit shall be effective from, the date of issuance until February 28, 2002, shall void Permit
No. WQ0006837 issued November 5, 1992, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein: , Please pay particular attention to the monitoring requirements in this permit. Failure to
establish an adequate system for collecting and -maintaining the required operational information will result
in future compliance problems.
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 thirty (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, P.O. Drawer 27447,
Raleigh, NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Michael D. Allen at
[phone] •extension 547.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr.,, P.E.
cc: Rutherford County, Health Department
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Training and Certification Unit (no revised rating)
Facilities Assessment Unit
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh,, North Carolina 27626-0535 T61ephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
RECYCLE SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Thompson Contractors, Inc.
Rutherford County
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continued operation of a 96,000 GPD inorganic solids settling and water recirculation system consisting of
three (3) settling basins, a return pump, a clear water basin, a process water supply pump, a make-up
water system from Miller Creek, and all other piping, support equipment, and appurtenances to serve
Miller Creek Rock Crusher, with no discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the renewal
request received February 10, 1997, and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other
supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment, Health and Natural
Resources and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until February 28, 2002, shall void Permit
No. WQ0006837 issued November 5, 1992, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and
limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
3. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division of Water Quality accompanied by an application fee,
documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be
appropriate. The approval of the request will be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved.
5. 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
actions that may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement treatment or disposal facilities.

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6. The residuals generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed in accordance with
General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of
Water Quality. ,
7. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages
to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
8. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non -discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
9. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities -is prohibited.
10. Freeboard in the settling pond shall not be less than two feet at'any time.
11. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division of Water Quality to insure surface and
ground water protection will be established and an acceptable sampling reporting schedule
shall be followed.
12. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
13. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater recycle facilities to prevent
malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause or lead to
the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human, health, or a nuisance. The
Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary including at least the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by
the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of
three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made available to the Division of
Water Quality or 'other permitting authority, upon request.
14. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Water Quality
may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any.property, premises or place on
or related to the recycle system at any reasonable time for -the purpose of determining
compliance with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained
under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of groundwater;
surface water, or'leachate.
15. The. annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty
(30) days .after, being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause
the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 2H, .0205
(c)(4)•
16. Failure to abide. by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a) to 143-215.6(c).
17. The issuance of this permit -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.
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18. Noncompliance Notification:
The Pennittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone], as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Any occurrence at the wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as
the dumping of the contents of a basin or, tank, 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 renders 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; or
d. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility is not in compliance
with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter
form within five (5) days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must
outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
19. Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of
the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and
grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater
treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a
certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions
of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .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 of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
20. The Permittee, at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
Permit issued this the sixth day of March, 1997
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
A. Preston H ard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission .
Permit Number WQ0006837
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Y State of North Carolina
Department.of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
es B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 10, 1997
MR. BILL THOMPSON
THOMPSON CONTRACTORS, INC.
PO BOX 1268
RUTHERFORDTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28139
Subject:
Dear MR. THOMPSON:
Application No.'W
Miller Creek Rock Crusher
Recycle Facility
Rutherford County
Q0006837
The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials on February 10, 1997. This application has been assigned the number listed
above.
Your project has been assigned to Michael Allen for a detailed engineering review. Should there be any
questions concerning your project, the reviewer will contact you with a request for additional
information.
Be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, must provide recommendations from the
Regional Supervisor or a(ProceduieFour.Evaluatioi for this project, prior to final action by the
Division.
If you have any questions, please contact Michael Allen at [phone] extension 547. If the engineer
is unavailable, you may leave a message on their voice mail and they will respond promptly.
PLEASE REFER TO THE ABOVE APPLICATION NUMBER WHEN MAKING
INQUIRIES ON THIS PROJECT.
cc:. Asheville Regional Office '
Sincerely,
01Cen H. Sull-- P.E.
f Supervisor, Perrliits & Engineering.Unit
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

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(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL) n`
RECYCLE FACILITIES
I. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name (please specify the name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.):.
Thompson Contractors, Inc.
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2. Print Owners or Signing Official's name and title (the person who is legally responsible for the facility and its compliance)
Bill L. Thompson -Secretary --
3. Mailing address: P.O. Box 1268
City: Rutherf ordton State: N . C • Zip: 28139
Telephone Number:( 704 ) 2 8 7- 3 3 3 3
d. Project Name (please specify the name of the facility or establishment - should be consistent on all documents included:
Miller Creek Rock Crusher Non -discharging Water Recycle System
5. Location of Recycle Facility (Street Address)834 Miller Road
City: Rutherf ordton Sate: N . C • Zip: 28139
6. Contact person who can answer questions about application:
Name: Bill Thompson Telephone number:( 704 ) 287-3333
7. Latitude: 3 5- 21- 4 0 N ;Longitude: 8 2- 0 0- 4 6 W r of recycle facility location
8. Application Date: 1- 2 8- 9:7-� '
9. Fee Submitted: S .2 5 0. 0 0 [The permit processing fee should be as specified in 15A NCAC 2H .0205(c)(5).j
10. County where proiect is located: Rutherford
II. PERMIT INFORMATION:
1. Application No. (will be completed by DELI):
2. Specify whether project is: new; _x_ renewal'; modification
For renewals, complete only sections I, II, and applicant signature (on page 6). Submit only pages 1 and 6 (original an(
three copies of each). Engineer's signature not required for renewal without other modifications.
3. If this application is being submitted as a result of a renewal or modification to an existing permit, list the existing permit
number WQ0006837 and its' issue date 11-05-92
4. Specify whether the applicant is public or x private.
FORM: RF 06/94 Page I of 6

III. INFORMATION ON WASTEWATER:
1. Nature of Wastewater: % Domestic; - % Commercial; % Industrial;
% Other waste (specify):
2. Please provide a one or two word description specifying the origin of the wastewater, such as school, subdivision, hospital,
commercial, industrial, apartments, etc.:
3. Volume of recycle water generated by this project:
4. Explanation of how recycle water volume was determined:
gallons per day
5. Brief project description:
IV. DESIGN INFORMATION
1. Provide a brief listing of the components of the recycle facilities, including dimensions, capacities, and detention times of
tanks, pumping facilities, high water alarms, filters, ponds, lagoons, etc.:
2. Name of closest downslope surface waters:
3. Classification of closest downslope surface waters: (as established by the Environmental Management
Commission & specified on page 4 of this application - This classification must be provided by the appropriate Regional
Office prior to the submittal of the application).
4. If a power failure at the facility could impact waters classified as WS, SA, B, or SB, describe which of the measures are
being implemented to prevent such impact, as required in 15A NCAC 2H .0200:
FORM: RF 06/94 Page 2 of 6

he facilities must conform _: following buffers —and aft other applicably fifers):
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a) 400 feet between a lagoon and any residence under separate ownership; _
b) 100 feet between a surface sand filter and any residence under separate ownership;
c) 100 feet between the recycle facilities and any private or public water supply source;.
dl -100 feet between the recycle facilities and any streams classified as WS or B and any waters classified as SA or Sa;
e) 100 feet between the recycle facilities and any other stream, canal, marsh, coastal waters, lake or impoundment; -
f) 50 feet between the recycle facilities and property lines.
6. If anv of the buffers specified in No. 5 above are not being met, please explain how the proposed buffers will provide equal
or better protection of the Waters of the State with no increased potential for nuisance conditions:
7. Are any components of the recycle facility located within the 100-year flood plain? Yes; No. If Yes, briefly
describe the protective measures being taken to protect against flooding.
THIS APPLICATION PACKAGE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT UNLESS ALL OF THE APPLICABLE ITEMS_ ARE
INCLUDED WITH THE SUBMITTAL
a. One original and three copies of the completed and appropriately executed application form.
b. The appropriate permit processing fee, in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0205(c)(5).
Five (5) sets of detailed plans and specifications signed and sealed by a North Carolina Professional Engineer. The plans must
include'a general location map, a site map which indicates where any borings or hand auger samples were taken, along with
buffers, structures, and property lines. Each sheet of the plans and the first -page of the specifications must be signed and sealed.
d. For industrial wastewater, a complete chemical analysis of the. typical wastewater must be provided. The analysis may include,
but shall not be Hinited to, Total Organic Carbon, BOD, COD, Chlorides, Phosphorus, Nitrates, Phenol, Total Trihalomethanes,
TCLP analysis, Total Halogenated Compounds, Total Coliforms, and Total Dissolved Solids.
e. If lagoons are a pan of the facilities and the recycle water is industrial, provide a hydrogeologic description of the subsurface to a
depth of 20 feet or bedrock, whichever is less. The number of borings shall be sufficient to define the following for the area
underlying each major soil type at the site: significant changes in lithology, the vertical permeability of the unsaturated zone, the
hydraulic conductivity of tine saturated zone, and the depth of the mean seasonal high water table.
f. Five copies of all reports, evaluations, agreements, supporting calculations, etc., must be submitted as a part of the specifications
which are signed and sealed by a North Carolina Professional Engineer. Although certain portions of this required submittal must
be developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under the signature and seal of a North Carolina Professional
Engineer signifies that he has reviewed this material and has judged it to be consistent with his proposed design.
g. Five l5) copies of the existing permit if a renewal or a modification.
FORM: RF 06/94 Page 3 of 6

This form must be completed by tt_,__,�ppropriate DEM regional office arL_cluded as a part of 1
submittal information.
INSTRUCTIONS, (TO NC PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER:
The classification of the downslope surface waters (the surface waters that any overflow from the facility woulc
in which the recycle facility will be constructed must be determined by the appropriate DEM regional office.
are required, prior to submittal of the application package, to submit this form, with items'1 through 7 completed
to the appropriate Division of Environmental Management Regional Water Quality Supervisor (see page 6 of 6). At a
minimum, you must include an 8.5". by 11" copy of the portion of a 7.5 minute USGS Topographic Map which shows the
location of the recycle facility and the downslope surface waters in which they will be located. Identify the closest downslope
surface waters on the attached map copy. Once the regional office has completed the classification,
reincorporate this completed page and the topographic map into the complete application form and
submit the application package.
I. Applicant (specify name of the municipality, corporation, individual, etc.):
2. Name & complete address of engineering firm:
Telephone number: (
3. Project name:
4. Name of closest downslope surface waters:
5. County(ies) where the recycle facility and surface waters are located:
6. Map name and date:
7. `TC Professional Engineer's Seal, Signature, and Date:
TO: REGIONAL WATER QUALITY SUPERVISOR•
Please provide me with the classification of the watershed where these sewers will be constructed, as identified -on the attached
map segment:
Name of surface waters:
Classification (as established by the Environmental Management Commission):
Proposed classification, if applicable:
Signature of regional office personnel:
(All attachments must be signed)
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FORM: RF 06/94 Page 4 of 6
Date:

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I Complete Address of Engines -..,.' Firm:
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Telephone Number:'(
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Professional Engineer's Certification:
State:
attest that this application for
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has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete 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. Although certain portions of this submittal
package may ha:•6 been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under my signature and sedl signifies that I have
reviewed this material and have judged it to be.consistcnt with the proposed design.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's Seal, Signature, acid Date:
Applicant's Certification:
I Bill L. Thompson
, attest that this application forThompson Contractors, Ind.
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and 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. �.•,
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Signature
Date Jan. 28, 1997
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION -AND
INIATERIAL S, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE 1,OLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
WATER_ QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH,- NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FORM: RF 06/94 Page 5 of 0

DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.-. REGIONAL OFFICES (11/93) _ -
Asheville Regional WQ Supervisor
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville, \C 28801
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Avery
Macon
Buncombe
Madison
Burke
McDowell
Caldwell
Mitchell
Cherokee
Polk
Clay
Rutherford
Graham
Swain
Haywood
Transylvania
Henderson
Yancy
Jackson
Fayetteville Regional WQ Super -visor
Wachovia Building, Suite 714
Fayetteville. NC 28301
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Anson
Moore
Bladen
Robeson
Cumberland
Richmond
Harnett
Sampson
Hoke
Scotland
Montgomery
Winston-Salem Regional WQ Supervisor
8025 North Point Boulevard, Suite 100
Winston-Salem, NC 27106
[phone]
*Fax [phone]
Alamance
Rockinsham
Alleghany
Randolph
Ashe
Stokes
Caswell
Surry
Davidson
Watauga
Davie
Wilkes
Forsyth
Yadkin
Guilford
Washington Regional WQ Supervisor
Post Office Box 1507
Washington, NC 27889
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Beaufort Jones
Bertie
Lenoir
Camden
Martin
Chowan
Pamlico
Craven
Pasquotank
Currituck
Perquimans
Dare
Pitt
Gates
Tyrell
Greene
Washington
Hertford
Wayne
Hyde
Mooresville Regional WQ Supervisor
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Alexander
Mecklenburg
Cabarrus
Rowan
Catawba
Stanly
Gaston
Union
Iredell
Cleveland
Lincoln
A. --
Raleigh Regional WQ Supervisor
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
(919) 5714700
Fax [phone]
Chatham
Nash
Durham
Northampton
Edgccombe
Orame
Franklin
Person
Granville
Vance
Halifax
Wake
Johnston
Warren
Lee
Wilson
Wilmington Region. WQ Supervisor
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405-3845
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Brunswick New Hanover
Carteret Onslow
Columbus Pender
Duplin
FORM: RF 06194 Page 6 of 6

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billed may cause r-'I 5)ivision to initiate action to revoke then knit.
(5) Schedule of None,,.e, arge Fees:
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING
PERMIT APPLICATION
AND COMPLIANCE
PROCESSING FEE
MONITORING FEE
NEW TIMELY
APPLICATIONS/ RENEWALS
MODIFICATIONS/ WITHOUT
IN
CATEGORY LATF RENEWA.t 4 MODIFICATIONS
STANDARD COMPLIANCE
> 1,000,000 GPD
'
Industrial $400. $300.
$1500. $1125.
Sewage/Cooling Water 400. 300.
1200. 900.
10,0001 - 1,000,000 GPD
Industrial 400. 250.
800. 600.
Sewage/Cooling Water 400. 250.
600. 450.
1,001 - 10.000 GPD
Industrial 400. 200.
600. 450.
Sewage/Cooling Water 400. 200.
450. 300.
</=1000 GPD and
Single family dwelling 240. 120.
0 0
Residuals/Residues/
Compost < / = 300 acres 400. 250:
600. 450.
Residuals/Residues/
Compost > 300 acres 400. 250.
1000. 750.
Soils Remediation: nondedicated
(land application, storage
and/or treatment) 400. 200.
0 0
Soils Remediation: dedicated
(land application, storage
dlturvr iicaiiltuuj 400. 200.
Juu. G�.
Sewer extensions
(nondelegated) 400. 0
0 0
Sewer extensions
(delegated to
municipalities) 200. 0
0 0
Closed -loop recycle or
evaporative system 400. 200.
300. 225.
(6) If the total payment for fees required for all permits under G.S.
143-215.3(a)(1b) for any single
facility will exceed seventy-five hundred dollars ($7,500.00) per year, then the total for all these
fees will be reduced for this facility so that the total payment is seventy-five hundred dollars
($7,500.00) per year.
(7) A portion of the permit application processing fees shown in the
fee schedule in Subparagraph (5)
NORTH CAROLIM.4 ADA11NISTRATIVE CODE 03105193 Pa Pe 6

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E..
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Acting Director
November 5, 1992
Mr.. William Thompson, Secretary
Thompson Contractors, Inc.
Post Office Box 1268
Rutherfordton, N.C. 28139
Subject: Permit No. WQ0006837
Thompson Contractors, Inc.
Miller Creek Rock Crusher
Wastewater Recycle System
Rutherford County '
Dear Mr. Thompson:.
In accordance with your application received July 31, 1992, we are forwarding herewith Permit
No. WQ0006837, dated November 5, 1992, to Thompson Contractors, Inc. for the continued operation
of the subject wastewater recycle system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until October 31, 1997, shall void Permit
No. 2585R3 issued April 13, 1988 and shall be subject to the conditions and'limitations as specified
therein. Please pay particular attention to the monitoring requirements in this permit. Failure to establish an
adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required operational information will.result in future
compliance -problems.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are. unacceptable to you, 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, conf6rmingto Chapter 150B of North
Carolina General Statutes,, and filed with the. Office of Administrative- Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447,
Raleigh, NC-27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
Regional Offices
Asheville- Fayetteville Mooresville Raleigh Washington Wilmington, Winston-Salem
704/251-6208 919/486-151 704/663-1699 919/571-4700 9.-19/946-6481 919/395-3900 919/896-7007
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Michael D. Allen at
[phone].
A.)� Yl�
ton How d, Jr., P. .
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cc: Rutherford County Health Department
Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality
Jack Floyd, Groundwater Section
Training and Certification

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
RECYCLE SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter.143, General -Statutes of North Carolina
as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Thompson Contractors, --Inc.
Rutherford County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 96,000 GPD inorganic solids settling and water recirculation system consisting of
three (3) settling basins, a return pump, a clear water basin,.a process water, supply pump, a make-up
water system from Miller Creek, all piping, support equipment and other appurtenances to serve the Miller
Creek - Rock Crusher with no discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application
received July 31, 1992, and in conformity with the project plan, "specifications, and other supporting data
subsequently filed and approved by, the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and
considered a part of this permit.
- - This permit shall be effective from the .date of issuance until. October 31, 1997, shall void Permit
No. 2585R3 issued April 13, 1988 and shall be subject to the following specified .conditions and
limitations:
1. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
2. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
3. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is'a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit -request must be
submitted to the Division of Environmental Management accompanied by an application
fee, documentation from, the parties involved, and other supporting materials, as may be
appropriate. The approval of the request will be considered on its. merits and may or may
not be approved.
4. 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
maybe required by this'Division, such as the construction. of additional or replacement
wastewater treatment or disposal facilities.

5. The sludge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in -accordance with
General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division. of
Environmental Management.
6. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages
to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
7. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non -discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
8. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
9. Freeboard in the settling ponds shall not be less than two feet at any time.
10. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division of Environmental Management to insure
surface and ground water protection will be established and an acceptable sampling
reporting schedule shall be followed.
11. . Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
12. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater recycle facilities to prevent
malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause or lead to
the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance. The
Permittee shall keep an inspection log or summary including at least the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken
by the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee fora period
of three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made available upon request to
the Division of Environmental Management or other permitting authority.
13. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Environmental
Management may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any' property,
premises or place on or related to the recycle system at any reasonable time for the purpose
of determining compliance with this permit; may inspect or copy any records that must be
kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; or may obtain samples of groundwater, _
surface water, or leachate.
14. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty
(30) days after being. billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause
the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15 NCAC 2H .0205
(c)(4)•
15. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Environmental Management in
accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
16. The issuance of this permit 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.
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17. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone] as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Any occurrence at the'wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of
-significant amounts of wastes which -are abnormal in quantity or characteristic,',
haracteristic, such
as the dumping of the contents of a basin or tank; the known passage of a slug of
hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances.
jb. 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.
d. Any time .that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility is not in
compliance with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written. report in letter
form within 15 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline
the actions'taken or proposed to betaken to ensure.that the problem does not recur:
18. Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of
the. wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold- a certificate of the type and
grade at least, equivalent to or greater than the classification' assigned to the wastewater
treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a
certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions
of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .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 of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
19: - The Permittee, at least six_ (6) months,prior to the expiration of" this permit, shall, request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted, will extend- the permit -for such period of time,.,
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
Per7�NOV%.-
iss is the 5th day of'November, 1992
CAROLINAENVIRO�,�AL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
X Preston Howar Jr.,
Division of Environ T eni
By Authority of the Envy
Permit No. WQ0006837
a Management Commission
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To: State Review Group
From: Forrest R.'Westal
Water Quality Reg• nal Supervisor,
Asheville Regional ffice
Date: February 27,.1997
'SUBJECT: Procedure Four (4)
APN W00006837
Thompson Contractors Inc.
Miller -Creek Rock Crusher
Recycle Facilitv
Rutherford County
State Review Group
Review Engineer Michael Allen
Regional Office Contact 4agr Edwards
1) Name of wastewater treatment plant to receive the wastewater
N/A
2) WWTP design capacity 0.096 MGD
3)
4)
5)
6)
7)
NPDES Permit No. WQ0006837
Compliance.Information: N/A
Expiration Date 97/10/31
Present.treatment plant performance
for previous months - beginning 1�L
Permits/SOC Limits
SEE ATTACHED
Monthly Average
Quantity and type of wastewater from proposed sewers:
0.096 inorganic solids from stone washing GPD
domestic
industrial 100%
other
Volume from previously approved projects not yet tributary to
WWTP _ N/A GPD
Regional Recommendations: Approval X Denial
Site visit on February 25, 1997, all equipment appeared to be
operational. I observed no problem(s) with the operation of the
facility.

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January 21,1997
BILL THOMPSON
THOMPSON CONTRACTORS, INC-MIL
PO BOX 1268
RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139
SUBJECT: PERMIT NO. WQ00068.37
THOMPSON CONTRACTORS, INC-MIL
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
Dear Permittee:
Our files indicate that the subject permit issued on fl/05/92 expires on-
10/31/97. We have not received a request for renewal from you as of this date.
A renewal request shall consist of a letter requesting renewal and completion of
the enclosed application, submitted in triplicate. A processing fee must be submitted
with.the request. Please find attached a copy of the 15 NCAC 2H .0205(c) regulations.
The processing fee for your facility is based on the design or permitted flow,
whichever is appropriate, listed in the first four categories of facilities. Sludge
renewals are based on total acres of land permitted. If the facility covered by this
permit contains some type of treatment works, a narrative descripton of the sludge
management plan that is 'in eff•act at the facility must be submitted with the
application for renewal.
The Environmental Management Commission adopted revised rules on October 1, 1990
(attached), requiring the payment of an annual fee for most permitted facilities. You
will be billed separately for that fee (if applicable), after your permit is approved.
Please be advised that this permit must not be allowed to expire. If the renewal
request is not received within 180 days prior to the permit's expiration date as
required by 15 NCAC 2H .0211, you will be assessed an automatic civil penalty. This
civil penalty by North Carolina General Statute may be as much as $10,000 per day. If
a permit renewal request is not received 180 days before permit expiration, a civil
penalty of at least $250 will be assessed. Larger penalties may be assessed depending

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on how late the request is made. In addition, any permit renewal request received
after the permit's expiration date will be considered as a new application and will be
required to pay the higher permit application fee.
The letter requesting renewal, along with a completed Non -Discharge Permit
application and appropriate standard fee, should be sent to:
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Water Quality
P. 0. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
The check should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources (DEHNR).
If you should have any questions or need any additional information regarding -this
matter, please contact me at (919.) 733-5083.
Sincerely,
Original Signed BY
Sohn T. SeymoUr'
Carolyn McCaskill, Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
cc: Asheville Regional Office
Permits and Engineering Unit
Central Files

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July 19, 1996
CHARLES R. SUMMEY
FOREST CITY, TOWN -A SLUDGE/CO
12 N. POWELL ST
FOREST CITY, NC 28043
15 v
JUL 2 31996
SUBJECT: CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
PERMIT NO. WQ0010926
FOREST CITY, TOWN -A SLUDGE/CO
RUTHERFORD COUNTY
Dear Permittee:
On June 30, 1995 the Division of Environmental Management issued you
the subject permit. One of the conditions of the subject permit read as
follows:
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 requirements of -this permit and the approved plans and
specifications. Mail certification to the Permits and Engineering Unit,
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, N.C., 27626-0535.
To date, our records show that, no certification has been received for the
subject permit. If the permitted facility has been constructed and placed into
operation please submit the required certification immediately. Operation of
the treatment system prior to submission of the required certification is in
violation of your permit and is subject to enforcement action. If you have any
questions, please contact your consulting engineer for this project, MCGILL
ASSOCIATES at [phone]. If the facility has not been constructed, please
contact the Asheville Regional Office at [phone], so that they can update
their records.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
ZL�
.Carolyn McCaskill, Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
cc: File
Asheville Regional Office

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State of North Carolinas �-
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
January 8, 1996
Wayne Price, Supervisor Filter Operations
Duke Power Company
Broad River Water Plant
308 Oakland Road
Spindale, North Carolina 28160
44A/81998
Subject: Permit No. WQ0005221
Duke Power Company
Broad River Water Plant
Recycle System
Rutherford County
Dear Mr. Price:
In accordance with the renewal request received November 30, 1995, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0005221, dated January 8, 1996, to the Duke Power Company for the continued operation
of the subject recycle system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of 'issuance until December 31, 2000, shall void Permit
No. WQ0005221 issued August 23, 1991, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein. Please pay particular attention to the monitoringrequirements in this permit. Failure to
establish an adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required operational information will result
in future compliance problems.
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 thirty (30) days following receipt of
this permit. This request musf 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, P.O: Drawer 27447,
Raleigh; NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning"this matter, please contact Mr. Michael D. Allen at
[phone] extension 547.
Sincerely,
J_
A.' Preston Howard, Jr:, P.E. =
cc: Rutherford County Health Department
Ashe-�vle-RegionaL-O.ffiee;EW-ater Q-uaht-3ES�ction�
Training and Certification Unit (no revised rating)
Facilities Assessment Unit
P.O. Box 29535 Raleigh, North Carolira 27626-05535. Telephone [phone],3 FAX [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
RECYCLE SYSTEM PERMIT
in accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO THE
Duke Power Company
Rutherford County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 100,000 GPD recycle system consisting of approximately 830 linear feet of fl-
inch force main, a 450 GPM recycling wetwell pump station equipped with duplex submersible pumps
and high water alarms, a 2.356 MGD total standing volume recycle pond,, associated sludge lagoons #1
and #2 and all associated valves, piping, and appurtenances to serve Duke Power Company's Broad River
Water Plant, with no discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the renewal request received
November 30, 1995, and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data
subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and
considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until December 31, 2000, shall void Permit
No. WQ0005221 issued August 23, 1991, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and
limitations:
This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
data.'
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
3.. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division of Environmental Management accompanied by an application
fee, documentation from the parties involved; and=other supporting materials -as may be
appropriate. The approval of the request will be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved.
5. 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
actions that may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or
replacement treatment or disposal facilities.

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6. The residuals generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed in accordance with
General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of
Environmental Management.
7. 'The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages
to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
8. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non -discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
9. Diversion or bypassing of untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.
10. Freeboard in Lagoons #1 and #2 shall not be less than two feet at any time.
11. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division of Environmental Management to insure
surface and ground water protection will be established and an acceptable sampling
reporting schedule shall be followed.
12. Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
13. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater recycle facilities to prevent
malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause or lead to
the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance. The
Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary including at least the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken'by
the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of
three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made available to the Division of
Environmental Management or other permitting authority, upon request.
14. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Environmental
Management may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property,
premises or place on or related to the recycle system at any reasonable time for the purpose
of determining compliance with this permit, may inspect or copy any records that must be
maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of
groundwater, surface water, or leachate.
15. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty
(30) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee.accordingly may cause
the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15A NCAC 2H .0205
(c)(4).
16. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Environmental Management in
accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a) to 143-215.6(c).
17. The issuance of this permit 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.
18. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
Permittee for the life of this project.

19. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number
[phone], as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Any occurrence at the wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as
the dumping of the contents of a basin or tank, 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 renders 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; or
d. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility is not in compliance
with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter
form within 15 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This -report must outline
the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
20. Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of
the wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and
grade at least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater
treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The Permittee must also employ a
certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and grade to comply with the conditions
of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .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 of Title 15A, Chapter 8A, .0202.
21. The Permittee, at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
Permit issued this the eighth day of January, 1996
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E;, Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0005221