NC0058084_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (3)

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald van der Vert
Governer Secretary
May 28, 2015
RISCEIVED/NiCDENROWIR
Mr. David Risley
President & CEO JUN 0 4 2015
Gough Econ, Inc.
P.O. Box 668583 WOROS
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-85583 MOORESVILLE RIEGIONALOFFICF-
Subject.- NPDES PERMIT ISSUANCE
Permit Number NC0058084
Gough Econ, Inc. WWTP - Class I
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley,
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject
permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached final NPDES discharge permit. This permit is
issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 14-215.1, and the Memorandum
of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 1,
2007'(or as subsequently amended).
Please note that proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge
monitoring reports(DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such
submittals, then permittees mast submit DRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA). Therefore; a requirement to begin ret oz tin dischaarg monitoring data cl ctr nic�all_y' usinhthe
NC DWR's Electronic Dischar e Monitorin Re ort eDMR Internet a lication has been added to this
final pgnnit [See Special Condition A. (2.)] For information can eD R, registering for eU R, and
obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following well page.
htt :/I portal ncdenr or.—,/w /admin/l o /ir zalednnr.
For information on PA's proposed NPDES Electronic Reporting; Rule, please visit the fallowing
web site. leap:lJwvvw . p44ovlcoiiwli ncel ro ose-n des -electronic -reps tit reslc.
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) clays 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 Hearing (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699- 714). Unless such
demand is made, this permit shall be find 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 clues
not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division
of Water Resources or any other Federal, State, or focal governmental permits that may be
required:
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, (forth Carolina 27699-1617
Phone: [phone] t Internet: www=waterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity t Affirmative Action Employer - Made in part by recycled paper

'i Econ, Inc. WWTP
68084
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If you have any questions or need additional information; please do not hesitate tc
;en Kinney of my staff at (919) 807- 388.
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S. Jay Zimmerman, Direct
Division of Water Reso c s, NCDENR
Central Files
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Permit NC05808
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE,.
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATIONSYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143- 1 .1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adapted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended
Gough Econ, Inc. JLJN 0 4 2015
WOROS
OORESVILLE € EGION L OFFICE
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Cough Econ, Inc.
9400 North Lakebrook Read
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba: River basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in farts
1,11, III and IV hereof
This permit shall became effective July 1, 2015.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall' expire at midnight on June 30, 2020.
Sited this day May 28, 2015.
ay Zimmerman, Director
ivis.on of Water Resour
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
-.Vious NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or disci
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Gough Eon, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.0012 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the follom
components:
• Septic tank
• Losing tank
• Recirculating sand filter
• Filtrate tank with recirculation pump
• Mushroom. fountains
• Chlorine contact t (tablet)
• 1echlorination treatment t (tablet)
• Cascade and effluent pipe
rained
1 of the
Catawba River Basin.
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Permit NC0058084
PART I
A. (L) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 0213.0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the permit effective date and lasting until expiration,
the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from out -fall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored
I by the Permittee as
specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Daily
Measurement
Sample
Sample
Parameter Codes
Average
Maximum
Frequency
Type
LocatiorrZ
Flow
50050
0.0012 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
5 day (20°C)
C0310
30.0 mg1L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Grab
Effluent
NH, as N — It✓inter*
C0610
4.0 mg/L
20.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N — Summer*
C0610
2.0 mg/L
10.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
00300
Daily average not < 6.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 nor > 9.0
Standard Units
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform, (geometric mean)
31616
200/100mL
400/100ml,
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorind
50060
17 lig/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (C)
00010
Daily
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (1C)
Weekly
Grab
UPS-tir-e-a-in-and
00010
Downstream
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
Upstrearn and
00300
Downstream
*Winter, November I - March 31
*Summer.- April I - October 31
Footnotes:
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reports electronically using NC DWR's eDMR application system. See Special Condition A.(2.).
1 Upstream samples shall be collected at least 50 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream samples shall be
collected approximately 200 feet downstream front the outfall.
3. Total Residual Chlorine monitoring is required only if chlorine or chlorine derivative is added during the
treatment process. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 gg/L to be in
compliance with the permit. flowever, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported
by a North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 pg/L
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.
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Permit CO05808
RUNIC REPORTING:OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
,ral regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) and
ate does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees trust submit 1MRs
e Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
al condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of this permit
ms, fear NPDES Permits):
(11.) Signatory Requirements
(2,) Reporting
(6,) Records Retention
(5,) Monitoring Reports
upersedes Section D. (.) and Section E. (5t)
cress:
NC DEN]
ATTENI
If a vennit
putt ttt; mugunuturt t� rc avtc tcacJ, permurees wain oe requirea to suormt
e electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR
)muting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed eDMR to
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of discharge.
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nonstrated hardship or due to the facility being
u ehol s have broadband access, then a
eats may be granted and discharge; monitoring
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2. SignatoEy Re ureets [Supplement s Section 13 11. b and supersedes SectionR. 11 d
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by aiperson described in Fart 11,
Section B. (I l .)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in fart 11, Section B.
(I 1)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR user account
and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more infort ation on North Carolina's eDMR system,,
registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page.
htt :// ortalncdenr.or web/w /admen/bo i u/edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall mare the
following certification [40 CF'R 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of lays, 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. Earn aware that there are significant penalties for`
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and inprisonmentfor knowing violations.
3. Records Retention ISupplements Section D. 6.
The pennittee shall retain records of all Discharge MonitoringReports, including eDMR submissions'.
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the report. This
period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.41].
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PART II
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Section A. Definitions WQROS
2/Month ORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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 tunes 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 JSC 125 1, et.
seq.
pnual vcca
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 ftorn any portion of treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar lay
The period frond 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 Ouarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Co oos to Sample
sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ni - 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 4-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 timelconstat 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 flaw recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than '1124 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
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device,
Daily e
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.
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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 disruption-, of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit pararneter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s),
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this PDES 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 = I
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 raL 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 instrearn
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 C.`FR 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 flown are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
onthl Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the ease of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
entt Issuin Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources:
Quarterl Av ra c (concentration Imnt
efhe arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property dame e
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:
y pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permitter causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent I'imitations 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 (c;oncntration 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 Co ply
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 CF12 122.41.1.
a. The Pennittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 3 7(a) of the
A for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
05(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 40, 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 131 (d) and 40 CFI2
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 o
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 unposed 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 I 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
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ty person who knowingty violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
ndition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
to knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
ury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
rson shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
th. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
ider state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
to violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements ofa permit. [North
,rolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
iy person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
6, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
-eed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
7,500. Penalties for Class 11 violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
4ation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
19(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)(3)]
imifigate
rmittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
)n of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
Z141(dfl.
rid Criminal Liabili1y
y for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended,
ardous Subsjggce Liability
his permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the
;ponsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to undef
q. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is respon
al damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance ma
suspended.
cral, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
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7. Severabilit
The provisions of this pen it are severable. If any prevision 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 1508-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Pertmittee 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 Pennittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing .Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. I;iu to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Pentrittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)l.
10Expiration of Permit
The Penmittec is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date, In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the:; Penni tee shall submit such information, firms, and fees as are required
y the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for
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 penmit.)`[40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Pe ` ittee 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. scq:'
11. Sianatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or infortnation submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)] a
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 info n tion for pen -nit
application requirements d 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 [0 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 duty 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 smatters 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 tinder 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, infonriation, 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 low, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with asystem designed to assure that qualifledpersonnel properly gather and
evaluate the injbrmation submitted. Based on my inquity of the person orpersons who manage thesystem, or
those persons directly responsible.for gathering the it?formation, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete, I am aware that there are signiflcant penaltiesfor
submittingfalse inji)rmation, including the possibility offines and imprisonmentlbr knowing violations.
12. PeitActions
This permit< ay be modified,revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Pertnittee 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 122.4 1 (f)].
11 Permit Modification Revocation and RejsLsuance orTermination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the pert -nit,
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 t5A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 0211 .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. A�nnual A�dminisreri,- anti Co �raliance �Monitorinig Fee Requirements
The Pertnittee 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.
S ntrols
I C Lertified 0Perator 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 [T I 5A 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)yin Responsible Charge (Back-up CRCs) 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 Systern Operator Designation Fortis", 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 mid 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 bath 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 mast be visited at least weekly
Comply with all other conditions of l 5A NCAC 086 0204.
The ORC of each Glass 11, 111 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 rather conditions of 15A NCA ' 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 Pertnittee 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 forallproper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Peramittee's staff.
. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Perinittee 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 12.41(c)].
4: BypqLsin of Trea ent Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122A 1(tm)(2)]
The Perinittee 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 Pennittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. . . (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 Pernlittee for bypass, less:
(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 adequat 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 Perlmittee 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 122.4 1 (n)(2)1: 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 ol'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 Pernrittee 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 tinder Part 11.13.2. of this permit,
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122A 1 (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 Pertnittee 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 Pennittee 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. Monitorint! and Records
L Represen!9iyg-aqq1p1jRg
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the pen-nitted 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 12141(j)].
1 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 coniniencentent 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 f :Division of Water Resources / Water Quality permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Tiles
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 ensurethe 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 tyke 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 pur p logs, or pump hour meters as specified in fart I of
this permit and based on themanufacturer's punip curves shall not be subject to this requirement,
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division, Penraittecs should contact the Division's
laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal,nedenr.org/web/Wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are; conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the FMC reputations (published pursuant to NCGS
1 3-215.63' et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the C A (as amended), and 40 CFR 136, or in the ease of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce: minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most:
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for mpnu
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 pen -nit 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 ca
conviction of 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 122.4 I'[.
6, Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this pen -nit related to the Pen-nittee'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 Permittec shall retain records of all monitoring infrarnation,'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 to]- this pen -nit
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 Directorat any time [440 CFR
12 .41].
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T Recordin = Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following infori-nation [40 CFR 122.4 1]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individuals) who perfornied the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. 'rhe individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Ins pg�ctiona�ndEnt�
The. Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Pennittee'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 R222rqpgjjEairs exits
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 as level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned ChqUeLs
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 pertnitted 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 rnayjustify the application of permit conditions that are differentfrom or
absent in the existing pen -nit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
pennit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Nqnconntnlianee
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(t)(2)],
4Transfers
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 pennit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new pennittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(l)(3), 122.61] or state statute,
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5. Monitoring I2 ports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 C'FR 122.41(1)(4)].
. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Deport (DMR) (See Pare 11,1 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 gander 40 C FR Part: 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing thdischarge, the: results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR,
6. 3 worst Four Hour lZetaortint;
a. 'Fhe 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 Penrrittee 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 tines, 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 [4
C FR 122.41(1)(6)]
The Director ector 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], (00) 5 -036 or (919) 733- :300.
7. Other Noncompliance
The;Perrmttee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. .5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part Il.E.ti. of this permit
[40 CPR 122.41(1)( )
8. OtherInformation ,
Where the Perinittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a pennit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such` acts or
information [40 C F R 12141(1)( ].
9. Noncca nEahan e Notification
The Pennitt e 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 sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous ardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, clue to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of puaraps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of 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 ofthe occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10Availability of Reports
Except for data dettennined to be confidential gander N ":CAS 1 3-215.3 (a)( ) 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-
15.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act,
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11. Penalties for Falsification of e orts
The-CWA provides that any Person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
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an average annuat riow greater than /,vv uvv gations per nay span provtae an ammai;report to ute x errutt issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Pertitittee (NCGS 1 3-21 . IC). The report shall summarize the
perforinance 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 clays 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 D NR / Division of Water resources 1 Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Piles
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1 1'7
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PART I [I
OTHERE ENT
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not co Hence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the l nt'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 1 3-215.I(a5) [SL 2 11-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the syst 's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from are 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.
. 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 M2Rjj2Kjflg
The Perinittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPD S permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Chanees in Discharees of Toxic Substances
The Pennittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 1 2.42)
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 (I00 ttg/L);
() ;Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/L) for acrolem and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 tglL) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 miL) for
antimony;
(3) Five tithes 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 laundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
() :Cline 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 pen -nit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part 11 of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated tinder section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 1, 5A NCAC 021] .0903(b)(l 1)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
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, [I 5A NCAC 02H
,0903(b)(14)]
Pass Throu �,h
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Pen-nittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
PublicILOwned 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 1,5A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The to also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works, fit this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization," [ 15A NCAC 02H.0903(b)(26)]
"Sianificant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [I 5A NCAC 0211
.0903(b)(33)]:
I . 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
1 Is subject to categorical standards tinder 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-47 1; or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTWs 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 I 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. Pub!t�cl0w�ned Treatme�ntWor�ksPQ�Ms
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
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 (I) the duality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the PC`t'm and () any anticipated impact that may result from the; change of the quantity or
duality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from industrial Users.
I: 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 'Permitte '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 ether pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards:
. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Pennittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment systern or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in l 5A NCAC 021-1.0900 and 40 CFR 401 [40
CFJIt 40 .5(aa)(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 [0 CFR 403.5(b)):
1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
w stestrea:ms with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified' in 40 CF'R 261. 1;
(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 (B D, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause interference with the POTW;
(5) [feat 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;
(h) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral fail origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Puss Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic Eases, vapors, or fam s within the POTW in a quantity ntity 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 Bather
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Pc ittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW
The Perrnittee 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 Perinittee 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 elates 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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1 With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it maybe necessary fir the Pei
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure coil
the Pennittee with all applicable of limitations. Such actions by the Pernuttee may be ticeessan
Conditions
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tee to
nice by
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4The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed tinder Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
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 0211.0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 121440)(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 tinder 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 Pr2grams
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 0211.0900, 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 121440)(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 11 or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 0211.0903 and 40 CFR 403.1
1 Sewer UseOrdinance (StJC))
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [ I 5A
NCAC 0214 .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial W �astcSqr�yc,IW�S
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 021-1.0905 [also 40 CFR 121440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to flic POTW by these Industrial Users and identification ofthose Industrial Users
triecting the definition of SIU. Where the Permitter: accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite Pam 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. Tbe IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 0214.0903(b)(I 3),.0905 and.0906(b)(2), 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitorinx 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 Fleadworks Analysis (1-IWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II,D and II.E.5.). [ I 5A
NCAC 02fl .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. 1jeadwork's Aim jysis RWA and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain, Division approval of a HWA at least once every time years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.441. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the, prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 0211.0909, Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Rai McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
March 25, 201
Mr. David Risley, President & CEO
Gough Econ, Inc;
P.U. Sox 668583
Charlotte, North Carolina 2826-8583
Subject: DRAFT NPDES PERMIT
Permit Number NCO058084
Gough Econ, Inc.'WWTP — Class 1
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley;;
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft very
carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains. Your permit is
among several in the Catawba Basin that the Division has targeted for expedited renewal.
The following modification has been made to this draft:
« A requirement to begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC
DWR's Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) Internet application has been
added to this draft, see Special Condition A. (.). For information on eDMR,
registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following
web page: http://portal.ne enr.org/ eb/ q/ad in/bog/ipu/edmr.
Proposed federal regulations require : electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees
must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Division
anticipates that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation.
For information on EPA's proposed NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule, please visit the following
web site: l�tt :i/ro a. �ovlc.€sn liancel o osd npdc�'elctrcnic-rartin-rile.
Please confirm that the permit is accurate and reflects the actual treatment system components (see
Supplement to Cover Page). You may submit any comments to me no later than thirty (30) days
following your receipt of the draft. Comments should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this
page. if no adverse comments are received from the public or from you, this permit will likely be issued
in mid -May 2015, with an effective date of July 1, 2015.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Rhone: 919-807-6 00 t Internet xkkvNN,.ncwater tiality.c,r
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Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
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Steve Reid, DWR, Operator Certification Unit

Permit NCO058084
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
]DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT D NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER TINDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina. General Statute 13-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended
Gough Econ, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Gough Econ, Inc.
9400 North Lakebrook Road
Charlotte
eclenhrg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba River basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Farts
1, II,1II and IV hereof
This permit shall become effectivei2015.
This pen -nit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on June 30, 2020.
Signed this day 2015.
DFAFT
S. Jay Zimmerman, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SF
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Gough Econ, Inc. is hereby authorized to.
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components:
• Septic tank
• Dosing tank.
• Recirculating sand filter
• Filtrate tank with recirculation pump
• Mushroom fountains
• Chlorine contact tank (tablet)
• Dech!lorination treatment tank (tablet)
• Cascade and effluent pipe
This facility is located at 9400 North Lakebrook Road in Mecklenburg County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an unn
Catawba River iBasin.
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Permit NCO058084
PART I
A. (1.)EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - DRAFT
[I5A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02 '0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the permit effective date and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitoredt by the Permittee as
specified below:
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Flow 0.0012 MGD
Weekly Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
50050
BOD, 5 day (20°C)
30.0 gtL 45.0 mg/L
2/Month Grab
Effluent
C031
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L 45.0 mg/L
2/Month Grab
Effluent
C0530
NFI3 as N _ Winter*
4.0 mg/L 20.0 mg/L
2/Month Grab
Effluent
C061
as N —Summer* 2.0 mg/L, 10.0 mg/L
2/Month Grab
Effluent
C 0610
Dissolved Oxygen
Daily average not < 6.0 mg/L
Weekly Grab
Effluent
00300
pH Not { 6.0 nor > 11,0
2/Month Grab
Effluent
00400 Standard Units
Fecal Coliforn (geometric mean)
200/100 ral, 400/100 mL
2/Month Grab
Effluent
31616
Total Residual: Chlorine
17 lig/L
2/Week Grab
Effluent
50060
Temperature (°C)
Daily Grab
Effluent
00010
Temperature (°C)
Upstream and
Weekly Grab
00010`
Downstream
Dissolved Oxygen
Upstream and
Weekly Grab
00300
Downstream'
*Winter: November 1 - March 31
*Summer, April I - October 31
Footnotes;
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting discharge monitoring
reports electronically using NC D R"s eDMR application system. See Special Condition A,(2.).
2. Upstream samples shall be collected at least 50 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream samples shall be
collected approximately 200 feet downstream from the outfall.
3. Total Residual Chlorine monitoring is required only if chlorine or chlorine derivative is added during the
treatment process. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 lag/L to be in
compliance with the permit, However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported
by a North Carolina certified laboratory (including Feld certified), even if these values fall below 50 qg/L.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS,
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Permit NCO058084
[G& 143-215.1(b)]
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (B
specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must su
electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
-NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part 11 of th
(Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (1) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Ret)orfine [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E, 5. a
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applies for and is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the PDES electronic repe
requirements is found on the following web page:
htti)://t)ortal,ncdenr.orp-/web/wti/adinin/bov-/iDLi/ediii
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of discharge.
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Permit NCO058084
. Signatory Re uirements Su iements Section 11. <b and supersedes Section P.(11.hLdll
All eDM s submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by aperson described in Part 11,
Section B. (I I .)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in Part 11, Section B.
(I L)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR user account
and login credentials to access the eDMR, system, For more information on North Carolina's eDMR system,
registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page.
tt l-I ortal.ncder�r.ora/w,6/— ,'aedrnin/boy=Ji gal clmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall snake the
following certification [40 CFR 12 .22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE
ACCEPTED:
V certify, under penalty, cif law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that ctualffzed personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry cif the person or persons who manage the system,
or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best
qf my knowledge and belief, trice, accurate, and complete,1 am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonmentfor knowing violations."
3. RecordsRetention Nup lements Section D..L6.fl
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR submissions,
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the report. This
period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR 12.41 ].
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Governor lair
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Mr. David Risley, President and CEO
Gough Econ, Inc.
R 0. Box 60858
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-8583
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC(
Gough'Econ WWTP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your ap
we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memc
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October I`
This final permit includes no significant changes from tip
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requi
you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon'writt(
letter. This request must be in the form. of a written petit
General Statutes, and filed with the Office ofAdministri
Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, th
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may be required.'
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Bob Sledge at telephone number t
6398, or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
C".oleen-H Sullins
cc: Central Files
NPDES Unit
ec Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617)Elc
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Permit NC005 0 4'.
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER. QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE'WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water PollutionControl Act, as amended
Gough Econ, Inc.
is hereby `authorized to discharge wastewater from a,facility located at
Gough Econ, Inc.
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba River basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts T, II,
III and IV hereof
This permit shall become effective November 1,'2010.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on June;30, 2015.`
Signed this day September 20, 2010.
f,6'�<jieen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0058084
SUPPLEMENT TO PERA11T COVER SHEET
All previous NI DES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked.
As of this permit issuance, any prcviously issued permit bcaring 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.
Gough Econ, Inc, is hereby; authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.0012 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the fallowing
components;
♦ Septic tank
♦ Dosing tank
♦ Recirculating sand filter
♦ Filtrate tank with recirculation pump
♦ Mushroom fountains
♦ Chlorine contact tank (tablet)
♦ Dechlorination treatment tank
+1 Cascade and effluent pipe
The facility is located off NCSR 1628 west of Charlotte in Mecklenburg County
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an unnamed
tributary to the Catawba River, classified S-IV B CA waters in the Catawba River Basin.

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.riod beginning on the permit effective date and lasting until expiration,
discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by
f Ill
400/100 mL
�JIA Mil I
FQetnotes:
1. Upstream samples shall be collected at least 50 feet upstream from the outfall. Downstream samples shall be
collected approximately 200 feet downstream from the outfall.
I Total Residual Chlorine monitoring is required only if chlorine or chlorine derivative is added during the
treatment process. The Division shall consider all effluent 'TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in
compliance with the permit, However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a
North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/L.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

NPDES Permit Standard Conditions
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PART 11
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
e representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3 Week
Samples are collected three times per week can three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period..
Act or "the Act"
e Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 U C 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 e of such discharges.
Art
Lt-hmeticMean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
e known diversion of waste streams from y portion of a treatment facility inclug the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from ight of one clay 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 a er
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Com osite 'Sa,�tale
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) Variabletime/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
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totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1 /24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system; or
(4) Constanttime/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
A 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 4-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. plow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent % times when there may be no flour or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Vail Discharge
e dischargeof 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)
Dily a' u
e highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Lail Sam ling
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).
DWO or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission,
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
f'acili y— Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow
this permit to be rescinded.
Qeometric 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]'D shall be considered =1.
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aggb3amplc
Individual samples of at least 100 rl collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Crab samples must be representative of the discharge (sir the receiving stream, for instream,
samples).
Hazardous Su_bstance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the t WA
Instantaneous flow _measurement
measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
Mom—thly Ay
erage concen Lion ' it
e 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 Authoritv
e Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quart rl ;v ra e concentration liff' it
e average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe proptayla-m-age-
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
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
o ' Pollutant:
y pollutant listed as toxic under Section 07( )(1) of the C A.
-URset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional d temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations anal/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:
i ekl rive a con ntr titan '
e 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 ndition
L Duty Comnly
e Perrnittee must comply with all conditions of this permit, Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the C 'A and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
edification; or denial of a permit renewal application 40 CFR 122.411:
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
C; A for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) - f the CWA within the time provided in the regulationsthat establish these standards or prohibitions
or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate
the requirement.
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b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or
any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8) of the
Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319 (d) and 40
Cf�R 122.41 (a) (2))]
c. The CkWA provides that any person who negli ,gentyl 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
imprisom-nent 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 knowinzKly violates such sections, or such conditions or lin--titations 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 shaU 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 defirted 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 CIS R 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 pernut 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 11 violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1219
(g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Ida Migifitigak
The Pertnittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge, use or disposal in
violation of this pen -nit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil, and CriminA Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part 11. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part 11. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part 11. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3,143-215.6 or Section 309
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of the Federal Act, 33 U C 1319. Furthermore, the Permitter is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4.
C3il and I Iaard s Sulastance Lialaili
Nothing . this permit shah be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Fe tree
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.
ne 5. I'ro er Ri Mats
issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor sloes it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion vasio of personal rights, near
anyinfringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (},
6. Qnsh e or ffshore Construction
`Ihis perrnit 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.
T Severabilit
e 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, hall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150II- 3j.
8. Liu a Provide Info n
The ire tree shah furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit it Issuing Authority may request to deteratine whether cause exists for rnodifying, revoking and reiss ' ,;or
terminating this pe t or to determine compliance "th this permit. 1he Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority, upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. l utv to Retatataly
If the Pe `tree 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, Et3iration of I'e t
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration dated In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Pertnittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency autea ' .ed to issue permits no later than 180 days pricer to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any ;lPe `tree 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 14 -215.6 and 33 I SC 1251 et, seq.
11, Si eta Re wire ants
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing :Authority shall be signed and. certified
[40 CFR 122.41 )]•
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 officermeans: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation; in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions' which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
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Section C. 9 3eration and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
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1. Certified Opgrator
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.
The ORC of each Class I facility must
Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
> Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
> Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
> Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of-,
> Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
> A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
Z Proner Overalion and Maintgin_ance
The Permutee 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 back-up or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (c)].
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 Redu not a Defense
se -
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 F-La-cilifies
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (in) (2)]
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The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation, These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (in) (3)]
0) 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
11. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Pen -nit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
0) of this section,
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,
K 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 11. E. & (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part 11. R 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.
& 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 Pennittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
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reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and ;Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Pennittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible formaintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 1 A NCAC 2H.0124) to prevent
the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of
alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Re,,pmmjative Sa talin
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
. Repo n
Monitoring results obtained during the previousmonth(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (D ) Form 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.
e 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 Piles
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Flo leas erns
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 ensurethat the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring g 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 waterflowmonitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on themanufacturer'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 htt L h` ().enr.state nc.usab/c�.rt hun) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
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Personnel conducting testing of field -certified parameters must hold the appropriate field I
certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pu
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pia
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures h
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce i
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved me
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requ
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved med
be used.
5. Penalties far Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any in,
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person ui
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of i
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 12141];
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewa�
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as requii
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
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time
122.41].
T RLcur ` Results�
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Pe 'tree sh2
the following information [40 CF`R 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
I. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Ent
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contra4
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may b
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Perritittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted,
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
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b. Have access to and copy; at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c.- Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.4 (i)].'
Section E Rgpqrfins ire zsts
1. Change in Disch ge
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 die' permit.
2. Pl ned Changes
e 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 1.42 (a) (l).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Pe `ttee'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 approved land application plan..
3. nci ated Noncompliance
e Pe 'tree shall give advance notice to the Director of anyplanned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the pe `t [40 CFR 122.1 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
.may incorporate ether requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.410) (3)].
. Monito ' g Re orta
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 C R 122.410) ()].
a Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (D ) (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 Pennittee 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 Repor ` g
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 Per `ttee became' aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Pennittee 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 122.410) (6)].
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b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. QffigrNoncom lianas
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part 11. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information fisted in Part 11. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.410) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Pe `tree 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 122.410) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following -
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of
all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability is
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 Falsificat on of Reports
The CA 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].
11 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.IC).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
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e 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,
e report shall be sent to
NC Di~,NR / D / Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 2769 -1617
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
e Pertnittee shall not continence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the planes treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization Watio 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 Pe `tree and approved by the Division.
.
section .Ground ' r onitrn
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 Dischar Cres of Toxic a st n e
e Permittee shai notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (0 CI°R 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or ` will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or'fres uent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited "ted in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(l) One hundred micrograms per liter 000 pg/L)
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 jsg/) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (00 fig/ ) for 2.4-di °trophe of and for 2- ethyl-4.6-dinitrophenol, and one milligram per liter
(l g/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
liThat any activity has occurred or will occur which would result . 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";
(I) Five hundredmicrograms' per liter (00 �%/L);
;(2) One milligram per liter (l rng/L for antimony;
() Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
ctican . l�;vlu titian c► ante tee ihar 'e Alta ative
e 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 permLit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Per 'ttee 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 ;1�. ai Clc�su a airs ants
e Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prier to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. e Division may require specific _ measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adversely pacts to waters of the State. This nermit cannot he re_qrinded u7liile -amr nrtivitipz rtviiiirincl tilic ni-rmit
continue at the permitted facility,
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
�Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part 11 of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
indke—c—t Di-sc-h—arge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a PC)T)X7 regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (b) (i) and
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the PCB treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the PO'nVs NPDES Peitor prevents sewage sludge use
or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC
2H.0903 (b) (13)]
Pass 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 POTWs NPDES permit, or of an instream water quality standard. [15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)]
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This
definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they
convey wastewater to a POW. The term also means the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in
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treatment works. [15A NCAC27H.0903 (b) (27)]
"S �_mificant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 2H.0903
(b) (34)]:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the PO TW (excluding
sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or,
(b) contributes more than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or tnore than 5 percent of
the maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or;
(c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard, or;
(d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise determined by the P01AV, the Division, or
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the P(Ylws operation or for violating any
pretreatment standard or requirement or P0`AVs receiving stream standard, or to Innit the POTWs sludge
disposal options.
All POTWs are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the PO I which will interfere with the
operation of the PUIV, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the
treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 Cfa 403.2]
All PO'INVs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CPR 12242 (b)]:
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1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTNV from an indirect discharger, including pump and
hauled waste, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those
pollutants, and
. 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 PO
Section lei Cntrcal caf ca fro idtktrial:ITers:
1. Effluent limitations are fisted in fart I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from dustres
using the municipal system y be present in the Per `ttee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water
quality standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of pollutants or discharges into: the waste
treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference
as defined in 15A NCAC 214.0900 and 40 CFR 403.[40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)]
b. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introductionof 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,
wastestrea s with a closed cup flashpo' t of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 21.21;
.' 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 floe in the POW resulting
in Interference;
4. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOO, etc.) released in a Discharge at a
flow rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the PO ,
5. Heat in amounts which will may inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference,
but in no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POW Treatment Plant exceeds
40°C (10°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature
limits;
G. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or passthrough;
7. Pollutants' which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
8. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the P
c. The Per 'ttee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the WWTP, including slug loads and
other unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the pe ttee's Pretreatment
Program and/or the operation of the ?.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the WWrP to the :Director or the appropriate Regional
Office" Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became
aware of the circumstances. A=written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time` the
Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of
the discharge, the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates
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and times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps
taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Pertnittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFF, 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 Pertnittee shall require any industrial discharger sending its effluent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which
includes categorical standards and locally derived limits and narrative requirements), Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a
new Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required
under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 0) (2)]
5, This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POIW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a PO'I`W
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by
the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the Pretreatment
Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44 0) (2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403,15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained
in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II
or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0903 and 40 CFR 403.1
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 2H.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.9 (1), (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survev (IWS)
The permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (f) (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 2H.0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44 0) (1)], including identification of all industrial
users and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these industrial users and
identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Pe tree shall submit a summary of
its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division, The IWS
submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph B, 2, c, of this Part.
3. Mo mj�torin PIan
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 (fMA) for the development of specific
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Part 11,
Section D, and Section E.5.). [15A NCAC 21-1.0906 (b) (2) and .0905]
4. Headworks Anal sis HWA and Local is
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
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To: Western NPDES Program Unit
Surface Water Protection Section
Attention: Dina Sprinkle
Date: February 2, 2010
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Mecklenburg
Permit No. NC O058084
PART I - GENERAL INFORNMATION
I Facility and address: Gough Econ, It
P.O. Box 6685;
Charlotte, NC '4
2. Date of investigation: January 13, 201
3. Report prepared by: Samar Bou-Ghaz
4Persons contacted and telephone nurn'
5. Directions to site: From the intersect
WWTP
266-8583
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Road.
6. Discharge point(). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35'15'22" Longitude: 80'59'27"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on
map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No.- F 15 SW U.S.G.S. Name: Mountain Island Lake, N.C.
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application? Yes. There is additional area
available for expansion, if necessary.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Gently sloping towards the receiving
stream at a 3 - 5% slope. The existing facility is not located in a flood plain.

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9. Location of nearest dwelling: The nearest occupied dwelling is located approximately
I D 00 feet from the
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. Treatment plant classification: Class I (no change from previous rating)
4. SIC code(s): 999 Wastewater codes: 02
.Main Treatment Unit code: 44007
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
I . Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies
involved (municipals only)? Public monies were not used it the construction of this
facility.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests. No additional monitoring
or limitations are being proposed at this time.
3. Important SOC or Compliance Schedule dates -This facility is neither under an SOC nor is
one being considered at this time.
4, Alternative Analysis Evaluation. Has the facility evaluated all of the non -discharge
options available. Please provide regional perspective for each option evaluated.
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) has no immediate plans to serve this site with
sewer. There is no other CMU sewer that is close enough to the site for access to be
considered..
PAIN I' - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Gough Econ, Inc. requests renewal of the NPDES permit for the continued operation of the
subject wastewater treatment plant. The facilities were in good operating condition at the time of
the site inspection.
The facility discharges;; into a strearn that TJSGS has determined to have a 7QIO/3OQ2 flaw
of "0" cfs, which makes it a high priority of the Division for the removal of this discharge, As
mentioned in the previous Staff Report that Mr. Risley (the owner) was to explore the passibility
of purchasing additional property to install a nitrification field. According to Mr. Risley it was
not feasible for him to purchase property from either of his neighbors for a nitrification field.
Pending review and approval by the Western NP DES Program Unit, It is recommended
that the NPDES hermit be renewed.

NCDENR
North Carolina Departmentof Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
December 9, 2009
DAVID P RISLEY
PRESIDENT AND CEO
GOUGH ECON INC
PCB BOX' 668583
C14ARLOTTE NC 282 6-85 3
Subject: Receipt ofpennit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO058084
Gough Econ WWTP
Mecklenburg County
Deaf' Mr. Risley.
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application. on December 9, 2009. A member of the
NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete
your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 3 -45 days before your existing
permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Karen Rust at
[phone],
Sincerely
Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch
cc. CENTRAL FILES
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location 512 N, Salisbury St: Raleigh. North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] i FAX: [phone] t Customer Service: 1- 77-623.6748 NofthCarolina
Intemet: www.newaterquality,org
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December 8, 2009
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NC I ENR / DWQ I Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1617
Subject: Permit Renewal Application Package
DES PermitNCO05 084
Gough Eeon Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mrs, Sprinkle,
Please accept the attached renewal application for our waste treatment permit referenced above. All
the associated originals and copy sets are enclosed.
There have been no modifications made since our last permit was issued July 17, 2006 and made
effective September 1, 2006.
The application asks for a narrative description of our sludge management plan. Because our
system does not generate any solids we do not have a sludge management plan, However, we do hire the
services of Liquid Waste Management to pump out the septic, when instructed to do so by our CJRC, Mr.
Steven Lambert.
If you should have any questions or need additional information please do not hesitate contact mile
via phone or email,.. -direct line 704-399-2306 ext. 5114 or by email drisleyt"z�,�ou hecon.com.
Respectfully Submitted,
Gough Econ C.
David P. Risley
President & CE
Cc. Steven Lambert — ORC
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For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1:.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. D NR. / Division of Water Quality / N DES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name "� i
Facility Name , C.
Mailing Address C.
City X V& am V%Vor Lu 1 71 LW D
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
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3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm,.pblic organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
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4. Description of wastewater;
Facility Generating "Waste at r(check all that apply):
Industrial Number of Employees
Commercial ® Number of Employees
Residential ❑ Number of Homes
School Gj Number of Students/Staff
Other ❑ Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
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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? [l Yes E4 No
7, ; 'Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall).
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. Frequency of Discharge: E] Continuous Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per, week discharge occurs: Duration; ;.
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOO, T S, nitrogen and
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Treatment Plant Design flow , _001 Z MGD
Annual Average daily flow 600,17 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
0 Yes 19 No
1. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. Y ore than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
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UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES NCDredge or fill (Section. 404 or CWA)
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14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
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application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense)
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\NN A Michael F. Easley, Governor �uk,
William G, Ross In, Secretary
� North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
IF Division of Water Quality
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 27, 2006
Mr. David Risley
Gough Econ, Inc.
P.0, Box 668583
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-8583
Subject: NPDES Permit NCO058084
Gough Earn, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No, NCO058084 was issued on July 17, 2006 for
the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose of
this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure
to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it is
suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance is Page 4.
Page 4 sets forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your discharge.
Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed
"Monitoring Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies, sample types and sampling
locations. Upon commencement of your discharge (or operation), you must initiate the required
monitoring. The monitoring results must be entered on reporting forms furnished or approved by
this Agency, For new permits/facilities, the Division may supply an initial small stock of these
forms; however, if you fail to receive the forms, please contact this Office as quickly as possible.
The forms, including directions for their completion, and other important information are also
available at httLi://h22 o . cup, state. nc. usN PDES/documents. Ittral. It is imperative that all applicable
parts be completed, and the original and one copy be submitted as required.
I Please be advised that an annual fee may be required for your facility; if so, you will
receive a statement from our Raleigh Office, It is imperative that the fee be paid in a timely
manner so as to prevent enforcement action or possible revocation of your permit.
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special
conditions applicable, to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s), The
conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, one
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Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES Permit subjects the
Permittee to enforcement action pursuant to Section 14 - 1 .6 of the North Carolina General
Statutes. A civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation (and/or criminal penalties) may be
assessed for such violations. If you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms
and conditions of the Permit, you should contact this Office immediately. A Special Order by
Consent (S )C) may be necessary while pursuing action to obtain compliance.
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period.. Permits are
not automatically renewed. Renewal requests must be submitted to this Agency no later than 180
days prior to expiration.Please mare note of the expiration date of your Permit. This date is set
forth on Page I of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not automatically transferable.
If you, as the Permittee cease to need this Permit, then you should request that the Division of
Water (duality rescind the Permit or request that DWG reissue the Permit to another party, if
necessary.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of
your NPDES Permit. Please read the Permit and contact this Office at 704/ 3-1699 in
Mooresville if you have any questions or need clarification, We look forward to providing any
assistance.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
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` Michael F. Easley, Governor
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RECEIVED
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July 17, 2006
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Mr. David P. Risley v `
Gough Econ, Inc.
P.O. Box 669583
Charlotte, NC28266-8583 WATER
Subject: Issuance of N DES Permit NCO058084
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Ileac Mr. Risley.
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPTIES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of A e e t between North
Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9 1994 (or as subsequently ended)`.
This final permit it includes the 'following change from the draft permit sent to you on May 24, 2006:
➢ The permit expiration date has been revised to June 30, 2010 in order to keep your permit on the same
renewal schedule as other permits it sub -basin 030834 of the Catawba River Basin.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable
to you, you have the right loan adjudicatory hearing Moon written request within (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 ce of Administrative Hearings (6714 Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 279-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this pertnit 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 req" d 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 Frances Candelaria at
telephone number (919) 73-5083, extension 520.
Sincere
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Gough Econ, Inc.
y authorized to discharge wastewater from a fatty located at
Gough Econ, Inc.
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
;t basin in
I, IL
3me effective September 1, 2006.
arization to discharge shalt expire at midnight on June 30, 2010.
7, 2006.
Klimek F.E., hector
ivision of Water Q ty
By Authority- of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO058084
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 lamer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.:
Gough Econ, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1 Continue to operate an existing 0.0012 MGM wastewater treatment facility with the following
components:
+ Septic tank
+ Dosing tank
+ Recirculating sand. filter
+ Filtrate tank with recirculation pump
+ 'Mushroom fountains
♦ Chlorine contact tank (tablet)
+ Dechlorination treatment tank
+ Cascade and effluent pipe
The facility is located off N'CSR 1628 west of Charlotte in Mecklenburg County
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to the Catawba River, classified S-IV & B CA waters in the Catawba River
Basin.

Permit NC O058084
A. (I.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on September 1, 2006 and tasting until expiration, the
Pe `ttee is authorized to
discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below.
S
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Flow
Weekly Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
0.0012 MGD
BOD, 5 day (20°0)
30.0 mg/L
4 .0 g/L
Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
2.0 m/L
10.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
A dl 1- October 31
NH3 as N
4.0 mg/L
20.0 mg/L
2/1VIonth
Grab
Effluent
November 1- March 31
Dissolved Oxygen
Daily average > 6.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Fecal Cbliform
200/100 ml
40/100 ml
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
(geometric mean
Total Residual Chlorine
17 gg/L
Meek
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C}
Daily
Grab
Effluent,
Temperature CC)
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
pH
> 6.0 and 5 9.0 standard units
2/Month
Grab`
Effluent
Footnotes-
1. Upstream samples shall: be collected at least 50 feet upstrewn from the outfall. Downstream samples shall be
collected approximately 200 feet downstream from the outfall.
There shall be no discharge' of floating solids or visible foarn in ether than trace amounts.

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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS P S PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2 Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3 ILX eek
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 Avera e
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of apollutant 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 perinit, any,
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonable 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 grads samples of at least 100 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 tune
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may he collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single,` continuous sample collected over a 4-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 nine 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) Constanttime/constant volume. a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shall be taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4),above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once ner hnor
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intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detentio
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. f
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent
activities on the, flow device.
Dai%, DischaWe
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably r4
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is
Alected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
i
dly discharge" during the calendar month.
UA,Iuttjtaull-.5 tan 11"1111al 01.1cranous prevent weeKaay sampung. it sampting is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit paratneter(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.
EYE
The North Carolina Environmental Management Conunission,
Fadh1y
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
--1. -INX "-,U111j11VUU11 Ui Lacuny ciosure will anow mis 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 = L
ggahJi�
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. iiistrearn
samples).
HazardousdoUs S �tabCe A --- ---I-
instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow win be representative of the total
discharge.
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1\Ionthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic rnean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliforn, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Perittit Issuing Auto
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Ouarterl , Average concentration ]iriiitl
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter,
;revere proper damage
;substantial Physical damage to propergy, damage to the treatment facilities which causes there 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.
`1 o2 is Pollutant.
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(I) of the Clean Water Act.
tJ set
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation,
Weekiv Average (concentrating _.�'t)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliforrn, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Dues" to Comy ly
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit, Any pe t 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, 30, 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 wider 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 rze,glz err j violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections its 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 $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 critninal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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alties of not more than $160,000 per day of violation, or irmprisonment of not more than 6 p
CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act,
dition or limitation implementing any of such sections m a permit issued tinder section 4Q
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of dea
ily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisol
-e than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing el
ation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of ti,
,cars, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA. shall- uno
�,vvvovu tor second or subsequent convictions. t4O CFK 12141 (a) (2)]
state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed
dates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of
a General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed no
$25,000, Penalties for Class 11 violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $125,00(
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Dmt�: to I litigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the er.
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and C" nal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Byp
assing" (Part 11. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part 11. C. 5) aj
Failures" (Part 11. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or S
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damag
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4.
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the
ULLUL'tivc k;"Ilipmuluc may oe
temporarily suspended.
5Property 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
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: Severabilitc
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 field invalid, the application; of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder
of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15OB-231.
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 modify*g, revolting and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Perittee shall also furnish to the
Permit it Issuing; Authority- upon request,; copies of records required by this permit [0 CFR 122.41 (h)]
9. Duty to Reannly
If the Per- ittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit; the
Per `tree must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41
10. Expiration of Permit
The Perinittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Per 'tree 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 Per ittee 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- 15.6 and 33 USC 1251 eta seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40CFR 122.41 )]°
a. All permit applications shall be signed as folly
(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 snake 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 king
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 its accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, Stare, 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 canly 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 of position ha -'ring
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: 1f an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this sectic
following certification [40 CFR 122.221.
including Me possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations. "
[permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing; of a
s or anticipated noncompliance sloes not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 12.41 (#].
Modification Revocation and Reissuance or Termination
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 Cade, Subchapter 21-1 .t 100, and North Carolina General statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. annual Adtninisteriea and Com liairce Mc>nitoriri Fee Re uireents
The Permittee must paythe annual admirnstering silo compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after berg
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 {1') {4)
al
cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit,
Sectian C Uneratiorx and Maintenance of Poollution Controls
1 Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Co scion; the Perminee shall employ, a
certified water pollution control treatment systern operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment systems 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 validcertificate of the
type of the system. Back-up O Cs must possess a grade equal to (sir no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class 1` facility must:
-\?isit the facilitN, at least weekly
Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class 11,111 and TV facility must:
i*isit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays
A Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility,
S Comply with all ether conditions of 15A NCAC 8G 0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Per ittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar dabs prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Witluti 120 calendar days of:
S�' ` 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 Oneration,and Maintenance
The Pernuttee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Pernaittee 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 Perttaittee 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 auxilian, facilities only when necessary- to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense'
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to haltor
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this; pernut [40 CFR 122.41
(c)]
4. By pa4sit of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Pernintee may allow any bypass to occur which dates 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 1). and c. of this section.
b. -Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (in), (a)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the treed 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 bypsass as required in Part
I1 E. G. (4-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 Pertnittee 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 liy13ass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system:
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Iss ° g :authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph. c.
0) of this section.
. U sets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]t An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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subject to judicial review.
Conditions necessarNT for a demonstration of unset: A Permio-,,, n4—
the Pennittee can idcnfi%, the cause(,-,) of the upset;
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures
1. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The F
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proce(
(ernoved Substances
=ittee seeking to establish the occur
ing.
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 21-1.0124 —
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.
ectic�n Manitorin and Records
L Egepresentalive &Mph
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. RMarting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DiNIR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
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Flaw Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall he 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 logos, 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. sect:), 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 ended), 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 minitnum detection and reporting levels below 'permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method trust
be used.
5. Penalties for Tam erinv
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 Pertmittee'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 Per ittee 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
S 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
12241].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses,
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and En
by law, to; I
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted,
records must be kept under the conditions of this perinit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditior,
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), I
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
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
5ection E Ri porfing Requirements
L ChaLiae in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authori
constitute a violation of the perrnit,
2. Planngd Chani),es
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical altev
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 121410)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of p
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the perm:
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 I
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of perittit conditions that are
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to all approved land application plan.
3. Antigiaatecl Ncanco Hance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.410) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director mai
5. MonitoringReports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit
provittect ray nie virector tor reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Pertnittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the res
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DTNIR.
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6. Twenty-four Hour Re c tt ng
a. The Per ittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens publichealthor the environment. Any information shall be provided orally- within 24
hours from the tune the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 clad=s of the time the Pert ittee 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 122.411) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case Oasis 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 (800) 6 2-7956 [phone] or (919) 73.E-3300
7. Other Noncompliance -
The Pertnittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part 11. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.410) ()]
8. C7ther Information
Where the Perm ttee 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. Nonconin ante Notification
The Pe `tree 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 Clay following the
occurrence or fast knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following.
a. Any occurrence at the water pollutic>ti control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which % are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the ditt ping of the contents of a sludge
digester, the known passage of a slut; 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 potation of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence:
10. Availability- of Report
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(`?) or Section 308 of the Federal Act; 33 "
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section. 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Retorts
The: Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
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not more than $25,000 per violation, or b­V imprisonment for not more than two years per,
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's tj
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issue(
id,w_ater Monitgrin
[, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct gromil
be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the currei
ir&
res in Discharges of Toxic Substances
ay activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge,
notification levels";
ndred micrograms per liter 000 �g/L);
indred micrograms per liter (200 jig/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred to
(500 [tg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one nriffigra
for antimony;
ies the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit applicati
-tivity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non-
)asis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will i
ie following "notification levels";
adred micrograms per liter (500 �g,/L);
Iligram per liter (l mg/L) for antimony;
es the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the pertnit applicati(
Lion of Wastewater Discha we Alternatives
such tortil and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 da
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Reguirenients
The Pertnittee must nofify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment syster,
covered by this peim-iit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevt
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the: permitted facility.
PARTIV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNCIPALFACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs
All PO'I TVs 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 PO , and. (2) any- anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the PC1
Section'B. Munici al Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Pe ttee'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 methodsspecified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the PO , 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 PO'I
resulting in Interference;
d. Any, pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants '(BOO, etc.) released in a Discharge at a `flaw
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the PO ,,
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40" C
(104'F) unless the Division, upon request of the PO , approves alternate temperature limit,;;
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 tonic gases, vapors, or fumes within the PCB in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety- problems;
li. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the PO T NV.
3. - With regard to the effluent requirements listed in fart I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Pertnittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the'Periittee with all applicable effluent limitations: Such actions by the 'Per 'ttee
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 Pertnittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Program per 15A NCAC 21-1.0907(b).
ted to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
Jse Ordinancg (-SUO)
inittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment
,al Waste Suj3LeT . (ITS)
rmittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (IWIS) to include all users of the sex
it least once every five years.
Ling plan
anittee shall implement a Division approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of fi
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the del
pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DNIR
11, Section D, and Section E.5.).
irks An&,sis (LLWA � and Local Limits
nuittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least oil
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User Pretreatment Pern-iits-(lUP),& Allocation Tables
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shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standai
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment
technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment
requirements. The Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which surnmari
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment I
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity, of t
determined by the A.
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S 1C PRIORITY PROJECT: No
To. NPI►ES Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: LeToya Fields
Date: April 1 , 2006
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County; Mecklenburg
Permit No. NCO0 8084
MRO No.: 06-68
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
I. Facility and address: Clough Econ Inc. ViWWTP
P.O. Box 668583
Charlotte, NC 28266-853
. Date of investigations April 5, 2006
3. Report prepared by: Michael Parker, Environmental Engineer Il
. Persons contacted and telephone number: Mr. David Risley, President, Gough Econ, Inc.,
704/399-2346, ext. 5114.
5. Directions to site: From the intersection of 1-85 and 1-77, travel south on 1-85 for
approximately 5 miles and exit onto Sam Wilson Road (exit 29). 'Turn left and travel
Center Grove Lane and travel approximately 200 feet to the intersection with Lake Brook
Road. Turn right on Lake Brook Road. Facility is located at the end of Lake Brook.
Road.
6. Discharge poit(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35°15'22" Longitude. 80'59 2.i,,
Attach a T.S.C.. map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point can
map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No.: F 15 SW U.S.G.. Name: Mountain Island Lake, N.C.
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with. application? Yes. There is additional area
availablefor expansion, if necessary.

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. Topography (relationship to flood plain. included): Gently sloping towards the receiving
stream at a 3 - 5% slope. The existing facility i not located in a flood plain.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: The nearest occupied duelling is located approximately'
1500 feet from the treatment facility.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: U.T. to the Catawba River.
a. Classification: WS-IV B CA
b. Rider basin and subbasin .: Catawba; 03-0 -33
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The stream is
approximately 3 - 5 feet wide with a rocky/sandy bottom. Labe Kathleen i
immediately downstream and may be used for primary recreation.
PART II DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. "Volume of wastewater to be permitted: '0.0012 MGL (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment facility?
0.0012 MGD
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current design capacity)? 0.0012
MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorizations to
Construct issued in the previous two years: There have been. no ATCs issued to
this facility in the past two years.
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater
treatment facilities: The existing facility consists of a septic tank, a closing tank, a
recirculating sand filter, chlorine contact tank with tablet disinfection, tablet
dechlorination, and cascade aeration.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities: There are
no proposed WWT facilities at this time.
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: Toxic impacts are not expected.
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): NIA
. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
Sludge is removed as needed by Liquid Waste, Inc., and disposed at a CU facility.

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. Treatment plant classification: Class I (no change from previous rating)
4. SIC code(s): 9999 Wastewater codes. 02 Main Treatment Unit code: 44007
PAIN III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
I : Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies
involved (municipals only)? Public monies were not used in the construction of this
facility.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: No additional monitoring
or limitations are being proposed at this time.
3. Important SOC or Compliance Schedule dates: This facility is neither under an S(C nor
is one being; considered at this time.
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all of the non -discharge
options available. Please provide regional perspective for each option evaluated..
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities (CMU) has no immediate plans to servethis site with..
sewer. In conversations with CMU, Mr. Risley has learned that it may be several years
before seiner is available to serve the site; There is CMU sewer directly across the
interstate from Gough Econ (GE), however, Mr. Risley indicated that recent inquiries
with DOT regarding piping his discharge through an existing stream culvert over to the
other side of the interstate has been met with resistance. There is no other CMU sewer
that is close enough to the GE site for access to be considered.
During the site visit, the writer noted the amount of undeveloped property surrounding
the GE site. Mr. Risley was asked as to the possibility of acquiring some of this property
d having it evaluated to see if it would support the installation of a ground absorption
WT system. Since GE already :had an existing septic tank, the only additional
construction that may be necessary to complete' the ground absorption system would be
pump tank and a nitrification field. Mr. Risley indicated to the writer that it was possible
that the adjacent property owner would sell him enough property to install the required
amount of nitrification field necessary to handle the wastewater from GE's 38±
employees. Mr. Risley said he would begin ASAP to explore this option.

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time of the site inspection. There have been no changes to the existing wastewater treatment
facilities and/or the permit since it was last reissued.
The facility discharges into a stream that USGS has determined to have a 7Q I O/3OQ2
flow of "0" efs, which makes it a high priority of the Division for the removal of this discharge.
Pending a planned soils evaluation, and the acquisition of adjacent acreage by the permittee, it
may be possible for this facility to eliminate this discharge during the term of the renewed permit
It is recommended that the subject permit be renewed as requested.
Water Quality 1�egional Supervisor "bate

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1 Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G, Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Et(yJfi4Q."Apk1P . Director ND 1l s i't2" iWe aver Quality
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January 30, 2006 1' 00(
Mr. David P. Risley
President & CEO
Gough Econ, Inc..
PCB Box 66858 TER U ITY T ;
Charlotte, NC 8266-8583
Subject Receipt of permit renewal application
NPL ES Pennit NCO058084
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr.Risley:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on January 27, 2006. A member of the
N I ES Unit willteview your application! They will contact you if additional information is required to
complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before
your existing pertnit expires. ' The requirements in your existing pe itwill remain in effect until the
permit is renewed (or the Division tales ether action)*
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at
(91 9) 73 -5083 extension 520.
Sincerely,
{
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Frances Candelatia
Paint Source Branch
cc.' CENTRAL FILES
NPL ES Unit
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North Carolina Division of Water {duality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 2769 -1617 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet; h2o.ennstate.ne.us 512 N, Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX '[phone] 1-877-62 -6748
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mit Renewal Application Package
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iccept the attached renewal application for our waste treatment permit referenced above. All
originals and copy sets are enclosed.
[ary 1, 2002,
ierate any solids we do not have a sludge management plan. H(
Vaste Management to pump out the septic, when instructed to
via phone or email,....direct line 704-399-2306 ext. 5114 or by email drisle ughecon.coni.
Respectfully Submitted,
SIQUgh Econ Inc,
David P. Risley
President & CEO
Cc: Steven Lambert — ORC
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Gough Econ, Inc. P.O. Box 668583 Charlotte NC 28266-8583 Tel. [phone] Fax [phone]

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to: <
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality J NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service `ce Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 COPY
KPDES Permit
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1 Contact Information:
Owner Name w � t�'~ . t 4 sLA-z t
Facility Name ot3o ~ c cap S
Mailing Address 4& 185 3
City" k»
State / Zip Code t Go
Telephone Number (io j) 394 . 4SP 1
Fax Number
e-mail Address
2 cation of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above E
Street Address or State Rod q4
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City
State /Zip Cade 4 t t
County M L
3. 0 erator Information:
ation
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Name
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Mailing Address
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city
State % Gip Cod
Telepho e,Nu ber
(-10,4
ation or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
resible Charge or Q C)
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NPDES PLICATION - FORM is
Fc►r privately awned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <l..© MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility* Generating Wastewater(check all -that apply.
Industrial [+ " Number of Employees ,
Commercial Number of Employees
Residential 0 Number of Homes
School 0 Number of Students/Staff
Other El Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home parr, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.).
ftY
Population served.
5. Type of collection system
Separate (sanitary sewer drily) ElCombined (storm suer and, sanitary sewer)
6. QutfallInformation:
Number of separate discharge points i
Out all Identification number(s) 1
Is the outfall equipped with a diffusers E ] Yes No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map ship 'ng the exact location of each +u fall):
S. Frequency of Discharge: [l Continuous Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs ,' - Duration; httr . APP
3. Describe the treatment system
rAmomou-*A v.1.
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for SCUD, TSS, nitrogen and
s: If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper. 5ysTet.1 *Mst& r-t oir A, (a#rc» `rAfo "'C>0&iMc► T` K. y 'ct tcu ri+a
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PVNPDBS APPLICATION - FORM D
Fcsr privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information.
Treatment Plant Design flow 0012. MGD
Annual Average daily flow. 0SO3 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow • 001 Q3 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country
[l Yes No
12. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. if more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter Daily Monthly Units of
Maximum AverMe Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODs) 3f®. $ 12.01 Mc./L
Fecal Coliform, 1700 1.17 * 1
Total Suspended Solids 23 ' 1Kr. /L
Temperature (Summer) ZA celt.'44S
Temperature (Winter) 2 3
pH 1.1 1 tin au-► SYaevt�'
. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications.
Type Permit Number Type Permit Nuber
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NE SNAPS (CAA)
U1C (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES We o0 p Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Other
Nan -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
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.
Printed name of Person. Signing Title
��- 4�. 26�of / ,s -4
Signature of Aplicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement
representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be
maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that
Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or ethod
required to be operated or maintained under; Article 21 or regulations of the; Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty; of a misdemeanorpunishable by a fine not to exceed
25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a
punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or bath, for a similar
offense.)
3 of Form-D 4/0

Michael F. Easley, Governor
.State of North Carolina
William G. Ross, Jr„ Secretary
e,pepartment of Environment and Natural Resources
Alm ekt,
P.E., Director
a ' ' € VAtmE Quality
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May 24, 2006
Mr. David P. Risley MAY 2 2 :
Gou da Econ, Inc,
PO Box 668583
Charlotte, NC 28066-8583
.� �m
Subject Draft NPDES Fermat
Permit No. NCO058084
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley-
draft copy of NPDES pem-dt NCO058084 is attached to this letter for your review and comment- Please
review the draft carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the permit conditions. Please be advised that the
following changes have been incorporated into the permit renewal.
Your expiration date for this permit has been changed to August 31, 2011.
Limits for ammonia have been placed in your permit. This is a result of U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency requirements to develop daily maximum restrictions for every non -
municipal permit that has a monthly average limit.
Submit any co is to me no later than days following your receipt of the draft. Comments should
be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adv s, e corrunents are received from the public
or from you, this permit will likely be issued within two months.
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft pennit, contact me at 919-733-5083 Ext. 520.
Sincerely,
Frances Candelaria
NPDES Unit
cc. NPDES Linn
North Carolina Division of Water Quality [phone], Ext.510
1617 Mall Service Center FAX [phone]
Raleigh, North Carolina 27 1617 On the Internet at :/lh2o.enr. te.nc.US/

PVPermit NCO0 808
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT D NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OFWATER QUALITY
PE IT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER E
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION- SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 14 - 15.1, other lawfW standards and regulations
promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution
Control Act, as amended
Gough :Eton, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility locatedat
Gough :Eton, Inc.
NCSR 1.628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba River basin
in accordance with effluentlirrtitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, III and IV hereof:
This permit shall begone effective Month
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 2011.
Signed this day Month XX,
DRAF
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of ``ter Quality
y Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Pertnit NCO058084
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER Sl=-1EET
All previous NPDE a Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge
e hereby revoked. As of this permit issuc , 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.
Gough Econ, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.0012 'L GD wastewater treatment facility with the following
components:
+ Septic tank.
♦ Dosing tank
♦ Recirculating sand filter
♦ Filtrate tank with recirculation pump
Mushroom fountains
♦ Chlorine contact tank (tablet)
♦ l echlorination treatment tank'
♦ Cascade and effluent pipe
The facility is located cuff NCSR 1628 west of Charlotte in Mecklenburg County
2 Discharge from said treatment works at the location'; specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to the Catawba River, classified -IV & B CA waters in the Catawba River
Basin.

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Permit NCO058084
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Pernnttee is
authorized to discharge from outfa l 001 Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as
specified' belo)v
Efft Limits Monitoring Requirements
Characteristica
Monthly Weekly, Daily, Measurement :Sample Type Sample l.ocatictnl
ra a Ara a ,A Maximum Fr . uenc
Flaw H012 MGD Weekly Instantaneous Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5 day (20°C) 30.0 mg/L 45.0 mg/L2/Month grab Effluent
Total Suspended Solids 3.0 mg/L 45.0 mgA. 2/Month Grab Effluent
NFis as N 2.0 mg/L 10.0 mg/L oath Grab Effluent
r1-Oct
31
NH3 as N 4.0 mg1L 20.0mg/L oath Grab Effluent
Nov 1- Mar 31
Dissolved Oxygen2 Weekly Grab Effluent,
Upstream & Downstream
Fecal Col form 2001100 mll 400/100 ml 2110onth Grab Effluent
eometric mean
Total Residual Chlorine 17µg/L k Grab Effluent
Temperature (°C) , Daily Grab Effluent,
Temperature (°C) Weekly Grab Upstream & Downstream
pH3 2/Month Grab Effluent
Foglnotes.
1. Upstream samples above discharge paint. Downstream samples shall be collected approximately 200 feet below
discharge paint.
2. The'daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mg/L
1: e pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units not greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

Michael F, Easley
Governor
William G, Ross, Jr.,Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Gregory J, Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
OF Division of Water Quality
Nq=��
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
December 4, 2001
Mr. David Risley, Vice President
Gough Econ, Inc
P,O. Box 668583
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-8583
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0045ftS4
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County, NC
Dear Mr. Risley:
our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NCO085084 was issued on November 30, 2001
for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose
of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure
to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, If you have not already done so, it is
suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance are Pages 4 and 5.
Pages 4 and 5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your
discharge, Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth, The section headed
jii�llqjsjp�! IF
"Iffar,713 "11
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applicable parts be completed, and the original and one copy be submitted as required.
Please be advised that an annual administering and compliance monitoring fee may be required
for your facility. You will soon be receiving a statement from our Raleigh Office, It is imperative
that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent enforcement action or possible revocation of
your permit.
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special
conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s). The
conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment
unit/process lidures, etc. Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant
operator if you are operating wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in operation of wastewater
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Customer Service Mooresville Regional Office, 916, North Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115 PHONE (704) f
1 800 623--7748 FAX (704) 6

David P. Risley
December 4, 2001
Page No. 2
pursuing action to obtain compliance,
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period, Permits are
automatically renewed, Renewal requests must be submitted to this Agency no later than 180 days
prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration date of your Permit. This date is set forth on
Page I of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are = automatically transferable. If you, as
the Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that the Division of Water Quality
rescind the Permit or request that DWQ reissue the Permit to another party, if necessary.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of your
NPDES Permit. Please read the Permit and contact this Office at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville if you
have any questions or need clarification, We look forward to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment►
and Natural Resources'
Division of Water Quality �„ rMr �► , .
Michael F. Easley, Govern r
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary NC
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., in Director NORTH ROLIN IDEPARTM N O
ENVIRONMENT ANC? "NATURAL RESOURCES
k` November 0, 2001
' DEC 0 3 2001
Mr. David P. Risley, Vice President
Hough Econ, Inc.
P.O. Box 668583 � ; � .�.
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-8583 WATER ;a = i & � �J � " a I
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Subject. Issuance ofNPI ES Permit NCO _ 4
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear. ',Nlr. Risley-.
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly, we
are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 194 (or as subsequently amended).
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to an adjuclicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this
letter. This request must be in the forin of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina
General Statutes, and Filed with the Office of Administrative 'strative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27699- 714). 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 pernin. 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 ed by the Divisionof "Land
Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any either Federal or Local governmental permit that may be
required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Christie Jackson at (1) 733-5083, extension 538.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL
Gregory J. orpe, Ph.D.
cc. Central Files
NPDES Unit
Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 276 9-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ http:/th2o.enr,state.ne.us/NPDES

Pennit NCO058084
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL SOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PE IT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NABONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATIOL4 SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations
promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Cornmission, and the ,Federal Water pollution
Control Act, as amended
Gough Econ, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Gough Econ, Inc.
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County-
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba :Giver basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and ether conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, III and IV hereof:'
This permit shall become effective January 1, 2002.
This permit `t and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 2006.
Signed this day November 30, 2001.
I
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USAN A, WILSON
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph. D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Facility Information
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58084
INAL
1 45,
NH3 as N 2.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab I
J�pr I - Oct 31)
NI-13 as N 4.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab I
�Nov I - Mar 31)
Dissolved Oxygen2
Weekly Grab I
LIP—StItE
Fecal Coliform 200/100 ml 400/100 ml
2/Month Grab I
(2eometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine 17gg/L
Meek Grab I
Temperature (2C)
Daily Grab
Temperature (2C)
Weekly Grab Upstrean
pHs
2/Month Grab I
Eggtag—tes-
1. Upstream samples above discharge point. Do,%rnstrearn samples shall be collected approximately 2
discharge point.
2. The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mg/L.
3. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in
other than trace amounts.

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

)ES PERMITS
� Quality.
Used herein means the North Carolina Environm
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, als(
seq.
irgmenta
of days the tests were reported. This limitation is identified as "W
6. Concentration Measurement
sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured du
month (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is eqt
concentration of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighte
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average monthly count for fecal
bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar month. This
is identified as "Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.

Part II
Page 2 of 11
C. b.
The "average weekly concentration," other than for feel coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations
of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week (Sunday/Saturday) on which daily
discharges are sampled and -measured divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/car measured
during such week (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal
to the concentration of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted
y flow value) of all the samples collected during that: calendar day. The average weekly count for fecal
coliforrn bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar week. This
Imitation is identified as "Weekly Average" under "Other limits" in Part I of the permit.
c.
The "maximum daily concentration" is the concentration of a pollutant discharge during a ,calendar day. If
only one sample is taken during any calendar day the concentration of pollutant calculated from it is the
"Maximum Daily Concentration". It is identified as "DailyMaximum" ; under "Other Limits'" in fart I of the
permit.
d.
The "average annual concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations
of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled
and measured divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/ear measured during such year
(arithmetic mean of the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the
concentration of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average yearly count for fecal colifo
bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar year. This limitation is
identified as "Annual :Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
e.
The "daily average concentration" (for dissolved oxygen) is the minimum allowable amount of dissolved
oxygen required to be available in the effluent prior to discharge averaged over a calendar day. If only one
dissolved oxygen sample is taken over a calendar day, the sample is considered to be the "daily average
concentration" for the discharge. It is identified as "daily average" in the text of Part I.
f»
The "quarterly average concentration" is the average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter. It is
identified as "Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Part I of the permit.
g.
A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through
June, July through September, and October through December.
7. QjhCj
Measurements
a.
Flow, (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours average flow,'averaged monthly. It is
determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the calendar month.
b.
An "instantaneous flow measurement" is a measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the
sample and flow will be representative of the total discharge.
c.
A "continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge flaw from the facility which occurs continually
without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be monitored continually
except for the infrequent times when there may no flow or for infrequent maintenance` activities on the
flow device.
8. Types of Sam lei
a.
Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of
(1) a series of grab samples collected at equal' time intervals over a 24 hour period of discharge and
combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample collection, or

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1. b. The Clean Water Act; provides thatanyperson who violates a permit condition is subject to a civil penalty
not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently violates any permit condition
is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than
year, or both. Any person who knowingly violates permit conditions is subject to criminal penalties of
$5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also, any person
who violates a permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,000 per
violation with the maximum amount not to exceed $125 000. (Ref. Section 309 of the Federal Act 33 U.S.C.
1319 and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)]
c. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation may be assessed
against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a
permit. ]Itef; :North Carolina General Statutes § 143-2156A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $1 5,000.
2. Duty to licit g t
e per it ee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the
environment.
3 Civil and C6mjnall Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part 11, C-4) and "Power Failures" (Part 11, C-),
nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the per ittee from any responsibilities, liabilities., or penalties
for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 1-21., 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 'LTC 1319.
Furthermore, the >per '*tee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even through the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. QjI d Hazar o aa Substamai `
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action, or relieve the per 'tree
from any responsibilities„ liabilities, or penalties to which the permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 13-
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. Emwty 12ihia
e issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor sloes it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6 uc n
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any worst in any navigable waters.
7 v s ' a
The provisions of this permit are severable,' and if any provision of this permit, or the application of any
provision of this ' permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other
circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.

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Page 7 of 11
4. b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part 11,
E. 6. of this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against a permittee
for bypass, unless:
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adv
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed abov(
<1, 0) of this section.
5. JLmct§
UpbuL, A11U uciurc an at:uurt Yor noncompuance, is rinai aurninistrative action subject to jumcial rev
c. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A permittee who wishes to esi
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through property signed, contemporaneous operai
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 11, E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) ne permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part 11, B. 2. of this permil
d. Burden of proof- In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occur
upset has the burden of proof.

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Page 8 of 11
6. Removed Substance
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 14 - 15.1 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 t FR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR Part 503.
The per ittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage
Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to
incorporate the requirement. The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in
its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failure
e permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DIEM Regulation, Title 15,
North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability, to prevent the discharge of untreated or
inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby
,generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION D. MONITORING D REEQRDS
1.: Renresentatiye Sa tiling
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 can a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period which the sample represents'. All samples shall be taken at
the monitoring paints specified in this permit d, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent loins or is
diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing authority.
2 astir t
Monitoring results obtained during the previous momh(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DM ) Form (D]EM No. MR 1,1.1, 2,3) or alternative forms approved by
the Director, DE , postmarked no latex than the 30th day following the completed reporting period.
e 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 requited herein, shall be submitted to the following address.
NC DENR. / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
NTION: Central Files
1617-Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 2769-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed; calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements are
consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring
flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected
discharge volumes.Once-through condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump
hour meters as specified in hart I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be
subject to this requirement.

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Page 10 of 11
SECTION PO TiNG U ' MENTS
1, f,-hanste in Discharms
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 ChaWcs
e permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted' facility may meet one of the criteria for determining whether a
facility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 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 which are subject neither to effluent limitations in the
permit, not to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 122.42 (a) 0).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant cg in the per 'ttee's sludge use or disposal' practices,
d such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application pl
m e
e permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted Facility or activity
which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements.
4. lrand=
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
Modification. or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may
necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5Monitoring Re
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part 11. D. of this
permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal
practices.
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test procedures
specified in Part 11, D. 4. of this permit or in the ease of sludge use or disposal, approved under 44 CFR 503,
or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting
of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an arithmetic mean
unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.
C. Twenty -foul Ugur Rep rdW
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any noncompliance which
may endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the
time the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within
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.

Permit No. NCO058084
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT.OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT w wwr. or rzATtmAx
Rl.'SOURCES AND
PERMIT corttnarNrri, u vrLop
TO DISCHARGE E WASTEWATER UNDER E AU
NATIQNAL POLLUTANT IS HAR LIMINA N SYSTEM
00114 OF M19JUDITAL NUAIENUM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 14 - 1 .1,
other lawful standards and regulations promulgated d adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal. Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gough F.con, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
the wastewater treatment facility
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba River
Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and rather conditions set forth in
Parts I, II, and Ill hereof
This permit shall become effective
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at`midnight on August 1, 1996
Signed this day
A. Preston J ., P.E., Director'
Division of aron ental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

is hereby authorized t
Permit No. NCO0580 4
SUPPLEMENT TO PERWr COVER SHEET
(sough Econ, Inc.
*a
cascade aeration located t the wastewater treatment facility, N>SR , C to ,
Mecklenburg County (See Part 1H of this Permit), and
2. Discharge from d treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to the Catawba River which is classified Class WS-:ill and B waters in the
Catawba River Basin.

A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FINAL
Permit No. NCO058084
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent cat Llmllallm
Monitorina Reaulrements
Measurement
ftmaLq *Sample
M n1bly—AY-g. Weeklyn. 1DA11
ligna
IY" LOSA0011
Flow 0.0012 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous lorE
BOD, 5 day, 200C 30.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/I
2/Month
Grab E
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/I
2/Month
Grab E
NI-13 as N 16.0 mg/I
2/Month
Grab E
Dissolved Oxygen"
Weekly
Grab E, U. D
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 200.0/100 ml 4M0 /100 ml
2/Month
Grab E, U, D
Total Residual Chlorine
2/Week
Grab E
Temperature
Daily
Grab E
Temperature
Weekly
Grab U1 0
Conductivity
Weekly
Grab U,D
* Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent, U - Upstream above the discharge point, D - Downstream approximately 200 feet below the
discharge point
** The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mg1l.
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored 2/month at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

Part TlI Permit No. NCO058084
E. The facility discharges into a stream with " t?/ t} =-O cfs. Removal of discharge is,:
recommended if a more environmentally sound alternative is available at an economically
reasonable cost. An engineering report evaluating alternatives to discharge is due 180 days prior to
permit expiration along with the permit renewal application. As part of the report the cost of
constructing a treatment plant at the discharge paint to meet limits of 5 mg/i BOD5, 2 mg/I N113 as
N, 6.0 mg/l DO, and 17.0 µg/i chlorine should also be included if there are no feasible alternatives
to a surface discharge. Upon review of the results of the engineering report, the Division retains
the right to reopen and modify this NPDES permit 't to require removal of the discharge or to revise
the permit limitations within a specified time schedule.'

FGt3 PRIORITY PROJECT: N
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Paean Robson
Date. July 1, 19 3.
NPLEP STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County; Mecklenburg
NPPEP Permit No, NCO05 094
MG No. 93_145
PART I GENERAL. INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address:: Gough Econ, Inc.
Post Office Box 668583
Charlotte, N G. 28266-8583
a Late of Investigation: July 1, 1993
3. Report Prepared By: Michael L. Parker, Ens#iron, En r, II
4<Person Contacted and "Telephone Number: David Risley, (704)
5. Directions" to Site: From the junction of I- t5 and PF 1625
(Sam Wilson Rd in western Mecklenburg County, travel south
on PR 1625 approx. 50 yards and turn right on PR 1628
(Center Grove Lane). Gough Etcon is located at the ens? of PR
1628.
6. Discharge ointsi List for all discharge Points: -
Latitude: "- 1 " 22"
Longitude: RCS"= 591 "
Attach a U GP Map Extract and indicate treatment Plant site
and discharge point on 'map.
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application:
Yes.
8. Topography (relationship to floe plain included): Sloping
towards the receiving stream at a rate of 3- . The site is
not located in a flood plain.
9. Location of Nearest Dwelling: Approx. 1000 feet from the
WWTP site.

Page Two
1 . Receiving Stream or Affected Surface Waters: 'U. T. to the
Catawba River
a.
Classification: S-III, P (changed from previous
Permit)
b.
River Basin and Subbas .n. No . ; Catawba 030834
C.
Describe receiving stream features and Pertinent
downstream uses: Flow was observed in the receiving
stream at the time of the site inspection. The stream,
had a channel 3-5 fear wide and a water depth of 2-
inches. A short distance downstream from Gough Econ
exists a small lake (Lake Kathleen), which may be
infrequently used ,for swimming (Per information`
received from the MC CEP) . This activity has yet ' to be
substantiated by this Office.
PART II-
DESCRIPTION CE DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORK
1. a<
Volume of Wastewater: 0.0012 MGD (Design Capacity)
b.
What is the current permitted capacity: 0.0013 MCD
c.
Actual treatment capacity of current facility (current
design capacity) 0.0012 MCP
&
Date(s)and construction activities allowed by previous
ATCs issued in the previous two years. N/A
e
Description of existing or substantially constructed
WWT facilities: The existing WWT facilities consist of
a 1200 gallon capacity septic tank followed by a dosing
tank, a surface sand filter with PVC manifolds, tablet
disinfection and cascade aeration.
E
Description of proposed WWT facilities; fit,/A
Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None
expected.
ho
Pretreatment Program (PCTWs only): N/A
2 a Residual handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Residuals
are
disposed of by a septa e hauler at CMUD WWT facility,
3, Treatment Plant Classification: Less than 5 points; no
rating (include rating sheet) . Class I
> S I H
Code ( ) s 9999
Wastewater ode(s)i
Primary: 02
Secondary.
5. MTU
Code (s) 7

Page Three
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction GI -ant
Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)?
No
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including tocity),
requests: None at this time.
3. Important SOCIJOC or Compliance Schedule dates: N/A
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation
a, Spray Irrigation: Insufficient area available.
b, Connect to regional sewer system: The permittee has
indicated that upon availability of municipal sewer,
the WWTP will be abandoned and the discharge connected
to the sewer system.
C. Subsurface: Insufficient area available,
d. Other disposal options: N/A
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The WWT facilities serving Gough Econ were in good
operational condition at the time of the site inspection. The
company presently has approx. 42 employees, which calculates to a
proliected waste flow of 1050 gpd (25 gallons per employee).
Please note a change in the classification of the receiving
stream. from "C" to "WS-IV, B".
Pending receipt and, approval of the WLA, it is recommender?
that the NPDES Permit be renewed.
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(1) Industrial' Pretreatment Units and/or
Industrial Pretreatment Program
(4) PRIMARY TREATMENT UNITS
(see*%definilion No. 33)
4
(a) Septic Tank (see definition no, 43) ..............
(2) DESSI& FLOW OF PLANT IPD
(b) Imhoff Tank .
(c) 'Primary Clarifiers
(net applicable to non -contaminated cooling
«
() Settling Ponds of Settling Tanks tier Inorganic .F.
waters, sludge handling' facilities for water
Purification plants. totally closed cycle
Non -toxic Materials (sludge handling to ilities
systems (del. No. 1 t), and facilities
for wafer purification plants. sand;, gravel,
consisting only of Item (4) (d) or Items (4) (d)
stone#, and other raining operations except
and (11) (d))
recreational activities such as gem or gold
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(5) SECONDARY TREATMENT UNITS
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4
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(ii) "trickling Filter
200,000 gpd capacity up to a
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maximum of 30
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Design Flow (gpd);
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(iv) Aerated Lagoons.........
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(v) Rotating Biological Contaclors .
11
() PRELIMINARY UNITS (see definition no. )
(vi) Sand Filters*
(a) Bar Satens «
or
1
intermittent biological w
recirculating
2
biological
(b}' chsn` I Screens, Static Screens or
(rQ Stabilization Lagoons .
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(c) GritGritRemoval , ' "
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(ix) Single stagesystem for combined
5
*
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1
carbonaceous removal of BCC/ and
(d) Me t Or Aerated Grit Removal ... « . * .
nitrogenous removal by nitrification
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(e) Flow Measuring Device w
1
(see def. . 12) (Points for this. item
or
have to be In addition to items (5) (a)
(f) Instrumented Flow Measurement .
2
(i) through () (a) (viii) .........«
(g) Preaeration , * * «
2
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance 000
removal ..
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(h) Influent Flow Equalization ...................
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2
(i) ioltagicat Culture* (*Super addition
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June 24, 1993
mh
David Risley Subject: NL�L� �t:t,; ermlt Apply cation
Gough con, Inc. NPDES Permit No.NCO058084
C. Box'668583 the wastewater treatment
Charlotte, NC 28266-8583
Dear Mr. Risley Mecklenburg County'
This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents of June 1, 1993:
` Application Form
Engineering Proposal ( for proposed control facilities),
Request for permit renewal,
.Application Processing Fee of $200.00,
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbain `transfer,
Other
The items checked: below are needed before review can begin:
Application Form ,
Engineering proposal (see attachment)
Application Processing Fee o
Delegation of Authority (see attached)
Biocide Sheet (see attached)
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Local Government Signof,
Source Reduction and. Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other
P.O. Box 29535, C c eic h, North Carolina 27b26- Tei hone 919-73 -7015 F 919-i - 49
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer recycled/ 1 -consumer paper

1f the application is not made complete within thirty (30) days, it will be
returned to you and may be resubmitted when complete.
This application has been assigned to swan Robson
(919/ 33--5083) of our Permits Unit for review. You any
comments recommendations, questions or other information necessary for the
review or the application
am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regional Office
Supervisor prepare a staff report and recommendations regarding this
discharge. if you have any questions regarding this applications,
please contact the review person listed. above.
Sincerely,
CC: Mooresville Regional Office Coleen E: Sullins, P.E.

NORTH CAROLINA DEFT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND CCi�IMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
'DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, P.O. BOX 27687, RALEIGH, NC 27611
°l NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM APPLICATION NUMBER
APPLICATION FORPERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FOR C FOR
} AGENCY DATE RECEIVED
�C� o be filed only by persons engaged in manufacturing and mining
YEAR Mo. DAY
Do not attempt to complete this form before reading accompanying instructions
Please print or type
1. Name, address, location, and telephone number of facility producing discharge
A. Name GOUGH ECON N
88 Mailing address
1. Street address
2. City Charlotte . State North Carolina
4.'County . ZIP ti
C. Location`:
1. Street
2. city Charlotte 3> County Meckl nbl.�
4. State Nsrt>
0. Telephone No. 70 - 4501
Area
Code
2. SIC
(Leave blank)
3. Number of employees 5
If all your waste is discharged into a publicly owned waste treatment facility,
and to the best of your knowledge you are not required to obtain a discharge
permit, proceed to item 4 Otherwise proceed directly to item 5.
4, If you meet the condition stated above, check here o and supply the infornroation
asked for below. After completing these items, please complete the date, title,
and signature blocks below and return this form to the proper reviewing office
without completing the remainder of the form.
A. Name of organization responsible for receiving waste N/A
B. Facility receiving waste:
1. Name N/A
2. Street address
3. City 4., County
5. State , 6. ZIP
. a Principal product, o raw material (Check one)
` . Principal process Equipment, assembler (no process water)
1. Maximum amount of principal product produced or raw material consumed per (Check one)
Amount
Basis 1-99 100-199 00-499 500-999 1000« 5000- 10,000- 50,000
4999 9999 49,099 or more
(1) ( } (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (f3)
A, Day N A
11. Month N/A
C. year N A
(.. saI-V1OL.tS (-J)ITION.MAY OF- USC D UNTtt. SUPPLY 7.S EXIIIIJSTFCU

Max imum amouni of jorin(Apa I is mim I pcodm v4l or, raw fuAtor, I'l I ( on%lwfvdT opot t od
I rw item / , above avasured in itheck o"O :
[/A A. 0 pounds B. i3 tons C.o barrels D.0 bushels
E. o square feet
F.o gallons Go pieces or units H.o other, specify
(a) Check here if discharge occurs all year 12. or
(b) Check the month(s) discharge occurs:
1.0 January 2.o February 3. (3 March 4. o Apri 1
S,Omay 6.o June
7.0 July 8.0 August 9. o September 10.00ctober
11.0 November
12. 0 December
(c) Check how many days per week: 1.01 2.02-3 3.cx4-5
- 4.o6-7
0. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (check as applicable)
Volume treated before
Flow, gallons per operating day
discharging (percent)
Discharge per
operating day 0.1-999 1000-4999 5000-9999 10,000-
50,000- None
0.1- 30- 65- 95-
294.9 100
49,999
or more
(1) (2) (3) (4)
(5)
M64,994.9
T(6)(7) (8) (9) (10)
l. Sanit3ry, daily 11
average
3. Cooling water, etc -
daily average
c. Process water,
daily average 0
0. Maximum per operat-
ing day for total 1125
discharge a I I
11. If any of the three types of waste identified in item 10, either treated or untreated<
are discharged to places other than surface waters, check below as applicable.,
Average flow, gallons per operating day
Waste water is 1000-4999 5000-9999 10.000-49.999 50,000 or more
discharged to: 0.1-999 (4) (5)
A. Municipal sewer System 0
8-,Underground well
C. Septic tank
D. Evaporation lagoon or pond
E. Other, specify
Septic, tank SindFilter, ,Chiorrinat, Ae__ae= at!044-�
12. Number of separate discharge points* A.1§ I 6.o2-3 C. o 4-5 D. o 6 or more
13. Name of receiving water or waters up," reamed t
14. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain
one or more of the following substances tided as a result of your operations,
activities, or processes� ammonia, cyanide, aluminum, beryllium, cad
chromium, copper, lead, mercury, nickel, selenium, -,inc, phenols, oil and
grease, and chlorine (residual). A. 0 yes B.0 no
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and
that to the best of my knowledge and belief Such information is true, complete, and
accurate.
Charles E_ W" am Printed Name of Pe Ing Title
1 fej*
Date Application Signe Signature of Applicant
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) Drovides that: Any person whoa 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 Managements Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with,
or knowly 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 pumishable by a fine not to exceed
$,1,(),000, or, by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 pl-ov:W(�s
a punisLiment by a tine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not nlorO than 5 years, o" both,

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment � 4 �►
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
N C* L) h N
William G. Fuss, Jr., Secretary - NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCE
October 3 2001
Mr. David P. Risley, Vice President
Gough l2con, Inc.
P.O. Box 668583
Charlotte, North Carolina. 2826 -8583
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit NC O058084
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley.
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft NPDES permit for your facility. I encourage you to review
the draft carefully to ensure thorough understanding of the information, conditions, and requirements it contains.
e draft was prepared following Division guidance for the permitting of ' minor facilities in this river basin.
The effluent limits in the draft permit are very similar to limits for your previous permit.
Submit any comments to me no latex than thirty days following; your receipt of the draft. Comments
should be sent to the address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are received from the
public or from you, this permit will likely be issued in December, with an effective date of January 1, 2002.
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft permit, call me at (919) 73-5083, extension
594.
Sincerely,
Carliethia Rivers
NPD S Unit
C [*t °t. OF ENVMWENT
cc: PON""* ANID NATURk
NPDES Unit M00RESVILI €. - th IAL IC
DES ,. ..
T 1220WATER QUAUTY
01
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 7699-1617 919 733-5083, extension 594 (Eau) 919 7 -0719
VISIT us ON THE INTER ET @ http //h2o,enr.state.ne,us/NPD S [e-mail]

Petrnit NCO058084
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 comp hance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and regulations
promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Corturnission, and the Federal Water Pollution
Control Act, as amended
Gough :icon, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Gough Econ, Inc.
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an'unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba River basin
III and IV hereof
his permit shall become effective
his permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 2006.
igned this day
DRAFT
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph. D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Facility Inform ion
Cat ii . h Cough on, Inc. State Grid: 15 SW
County BoundaryNC 058084 bb sin: 0 -08-:
Highways Mecklenburg County
NPDES discharger
.�Municipal boundary
0. W4u

Permit NCO0580 4
SUPPLEMENT TO PE ITCOVER HE
Clough Econ, Inc., is hereby < authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0. 00 12 MGD wastewater treatment facility with
the following components:
Septic tanks
Dosing tank
Surface sand filters with PVC manifolds
Tablet disinfection
Cascade aeration
► Dechlorination treatment tank
Recirculation sump pump
Mushroom fountains
e facility is located off NC,R 1628, west of Charlotte, in Mecklenburg County
(see Part II.A. of this permit).
2. Discharge frosaid treatment works at the location specified on the attached map
to an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River, classified W -IV & B CA waters
in the Catawba River Basin. .

I \At
SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes,-NoX
If Yes, SOC No.
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Susan Robson
Date: February 28, 1996
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Mecklenburg
Permit No. NCO 05 8084
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
I Facility and Address: Gough Econ, Inc.
P.O. Box 668583
Charlotte, NC 28266-8583
2. Date of Investigation: 2/23/96
3. Report Prepared By: Todd St. John
NEMN-1 mak'APLUMMIJI I. n mij"
- *11k ranmn11 ' -
Nill, 1
#
e approximately 1/2 mile at the end of the road.
arge Points. List for all discharge points:
de: 35* 15'22" Longitude: 80' 59'27"
map.
U.S.G.S. Quad No.: F15SW U.S.G.S. Name: Mountain Island Lake, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application? N/A
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): The topography is moderately slopi:
The facility does not appear to be in a flood plain.

. Location of nearest dwelling: There did not appear to be any dwellings within 500 feet.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: U.T. to the Catawba River
a. Classification: wS Ill B CA
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: 030833
C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The subject
strewn is approximately 5 feet across with a rocky/sandy bottom. There was evidence
that children have been playing in the creek immediately downstream of the outfall.
Lake Kathleen n is immediately downstream may be used for primary recreation.
PART 11- DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
I . a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.00121v1GD (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment facility? 0.0012
MGD
C. .Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current design capacity)? 0.0012
lv GD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorizations to Construct
issued in the previous two years: N/A
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater
treatment facilities: This facility consists of a ;septic tank, a dosing tank, a surface
sand filter with PVC manifolds, chlorine tablet disinfection, and cascade aeration.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities:: 1.A'
g. Passible toxic impacts to surface waters: Chlorine disinfection.
liPretreatment Program (POT"Ws only): NIA
. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: The facility is pumped twice per year
by a licenced hauler.
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet).' Class I (classification has not
changed)
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. SIC Code(s); 9999
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities, i.e., non -contact cooling
water discharge from a metal plating company would be 14, not 56.
Primary: 02 Secondary:
:Main Treatment Unit Code: 4400
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies
involved (municipals only)` /A
. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: N/A
3. Important S?C, 3QC or Compliance Schedule dates: /A
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all of the non -discharge options
available. Please provide regional perspective for each option evaluated..
Spray Irrigation: N/A'
Connection to Regional Sewer System. Cl lUL has indicated that a sewer extension will
reach this facility in approximately five years.
Subsurface: N/
Other Disposal Options: N/A
. Other Special Items: N/A
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PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This facility is very well maintained and operated. All of the records and testing procedures
appear to be much more than adequate. Therefore, this Office recommends renewing this Permit.
Signature of Report Preparer
Water Quality Regional Supervi r
Date
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,Nz
Health and Natural Resources 4 +► ,
Division of Environmental Management
'oi OF ;
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
,Vonathan B. Hawes, Secretary
Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 9, 19
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Mr. David P. Risley
Gough Econ, Inc.
P. C}. Box 66883
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-8583
Subject: NPDES Permit Application
DES Permit NCO058084
Gough Ecn, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Drum.
This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents on February 1 1996
• NPDES Permit Application Form
• Request for Permit Renewal
• Application Processing Fee of $200.00
You will be advised of any comments, recommendations, questions, or other infonnation
necessary for the application review. If you have any questions regarding this application, please
contact Susan Robson at (919) 7 -508 , extension 551.
Sincerely,
David A. Goodrich, Supervisor
NPDES Permits Group
Permits and Engineering Unit
P.D. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT/ WATER QUALITY SECTION
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE . SHORT FORM D
TO BE FILED ONLY BY DISCHARGES OF 1 % DOMESTIC WASTE {< I MGD FLOW).
North
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" r1ea e provide a description of the expansion/modification:
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. Please indicate the source of wastewater from the description of facilities listed (check where
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Tvne oflacility Gen tewater
Industrial Number of Employees
Commercial ber of Employee
Residential Number of Homes
School Number of Students/Staff
{ether
Please describe source of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):
6. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipeslwaste :ter outfalls (if applicable):
a
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S. Name of receiving water or Waters. (Please provide a map showing the exact location of discharge)
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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.
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Title
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Date Application Si ned
Signature of Appli t
North Carolina General Statute 1 3-215.6(b)(2) provides t: Any person when 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 Co fission 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 guilt), of a rnisdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed 10, , or by imprisonment
not to exceed six months, or by bath. (18 U.S.0 . titan 1001 provides a puns ent by a fine f not more
10, 0 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or bath for a similar
of
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Gough Econ, Inc.
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a 0.0012 MGD wastewater tteatment facility consisting of a septic tank
followed by a dosing tank, a surface sand fitter with PVC manifolds, table disinfection, and
cascade aeration located at the wastewater tteatment facility, NCSR 1628, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg County Part M of this Permit), and
2.. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached snap into an
unnamed tributary to the Catawba River which is classified Class WS-111 and B waters in the
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1.
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(Ultimate Design Capacity'
b. ghat is the current peri-ted capacity of the
wastewater treatment facility? 0.0012 MGD
C. Actual treatment capacity of the current. facility
(current design capacity)? 0.0012 ICED
d.' Date () and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two
years: N/A
e. Please provide a description of existing or
substantially constructed wastewater treatment
facilities: The existing facility consists of a septic`
tank, a dosing tank., a recirculating sand filter,
chlorine tablet disinfection, dechlorination, and
cascade aeration.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater
treatment facilities: N/A
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h* Pretreatment Program (POTI's only): N/A
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary NCDENR
Kerr T. Stevens, Director 17 NORTH CHAR C#",
ENVIRONMENT AWATUIRA�- RVRWM
February 26, 2001
Mr. David Risley C:D
Gough Econ, Inc.
PO Box 668583
MAR 0 2 2001
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266-858sa
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Subject: NPDES Permit Renewal
P it NCO058084 MUM 4%
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011S
eeklenburg County
Dear Mr. Risley:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on February 21, 2001. Thank you for submitt
this package.
The permit renewal for this facility will be assigned to a member of the NPDES Unit staff. That sl
member will contact you if further information is needed to complete the permit renewal. Please note t
the NPDES Unit has several vacant positions. This staff shortage has lasted for over a year and is delay
all permit renewals. Our remaining permit writers are currently reviewing Authorizations to Constn
speculative limit requests, major permit modifications and 201 plan updates ahead of permit renewals. T
is necessary due to a variety of factors, including mandatory deadlines in the statutes which govern
program.
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in effect until the permit is renewed (or the Division takes other action). We appreciate your patience
understanding while we operate with a severely depleted staff. If you have any additional quest
concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at [phone], extension 520,
Sincerely,
U
Valery Stephens
Point Source Unit
cc: 401ammma0ftegional Office, Water Quality Section
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service, Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733.5083, extension 520 (fax) 919 733-0719
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ http://h2o.enr.state,nc.us/NPDES VaIery,Stephens@ncrnaJ1,net

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Mr, Charles H. Weaver, Jr. � ��., .m_ Feb. 15, 2001
NC I ENR 1 Water Quality NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N, . 27 99-1617
Subject: Permit Renewal Application Package
NPDES Permit NCO058084
Gough Evan Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Weaver,
Please accept the attached renewal application for our waste treatment permit referenced above, All
the associated originals and copy sets are enclosed.
The following notations sununari e the modifications that have been made since our last permit
was issued in 1996,
.. Per authorization to construct we added a de -chlorination treatment tank and a re-
circulation sump pump to re -feed the sand filter bed.
■; Per letter of permission we added mushroom fountains to broadcast the re -circulated Beater
more evenly throughout the sand filter bed.
In sections four. tie=e and six of the attached short form application it asks for materials and
processes used or manufactured in our facility. Please note that the items I have listed are not part of our
NPDES waste stream. Our waste stream is only domestic waste.
The application asks for a narrative description of our sludge manae ent plan, Because our
se'stern does not generate any solids we do not have a sludge management plan, Hov"ever, we do hire the
services of Liquid Waste Management to pump out the septic, when instructed to do so by our ORC, Mr.
Steven Lambert.
If you should have an) questions or need additional information please do not hesitate contact me
via phone or en ail_ ..direct line 704-3 9-2306 ext. 5 114 or by email drasl
Respectfully Submitted,
G ugh Econ Inc.
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David P. Risley
V. P. of Manufacturing
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NPDES PERNUT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C
manufacturing or commercial facilities with a discharge < 1 MGD (or VVws)
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality! NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
North Carolina NPDES Permit Number NCOO 5802>4
'tease print or type
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Applicant and facility producing discharge
A. Name GoI:tqr-. C era Ri6u--y
B. Mailing address of applicant:
Street address; R0. ac>)( C-(x-6593
City_C±L,00Z L.,g -g County c Ue z
State- M, C' Zip Code
Telephone Number (7o4 ) *399 - 4164a 2,<T, S114
Fax Number 7o4
e-mail address r i's Le- u a i -1---- 1111 ------
C. Location of facility:
Street —940Q L. CZR=J�j 'RD.
City C 4!�& Loi+C- County MGr_KL0,4
State- V3, C_ Zip Code 14
Telephone Number -1 cat 2_1 ote e*,t_T 14
2.
Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code(s):
3.
Number of employees: I �e
4.
Principal product(s) produced-, MA\T U ZE &c. kGT E Le-NAtgm1Z s il1 LT C_ptw eyoizs
Principal raw material(s) consumed:, rAP,,P- i c4L_'�'-r W irtk CAXI&OP4 r S-nN:.�,Aggss To_
5.
Princioal Drocess(es): i0c- . t-.Nr-- Ls iOr. 4'jj F'3 om't,),r *' Q Cff
Amount of principal product produced or raw material consumed
(List soacific amounts consumad and/or units of nrodur-tionl
Product Produced or Raw Material Consumed Product Produced or Raw Material Consumed
AVERAGE ) (PEAK)
per Day
er Month
Ter Year
-1 40 -ro So t.Cs. oir eo�' 7o Toso �cs ov- tm�.
Check here if discharge occurs all year 9 , or
Circle the month(s) in which discharge occurs: January February March April
May June July August September October November December
nzavQ nor wook rfiqtrhnrna ^et-i im- _-� - L1 , �=14
stewater How at the facility.
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9. If any of the types of wastewater identified in item 8 (either treated or untret rge 1- places
other than surface waters, record the amount(s) discharged below:
A. Municipal sewer system gpd 01!!nq
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B. Underground well gpd
C. Septic tank gpd
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D. Evaporation lagoon or pond gpd &D
B. Other, specify gpd
10. Number of separate discharge points: :L -------------
11. Name of receiving stream(s): JLJ TK too TA IZI -10 ; V M
12. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain one or more of the following
substances added as a result of your operations, activities, or processes? Circle all that apply:
aluminum (iEED beryllium cadmium chromium chlorine (residual)
copper cyanide lead mercury nickel oil and grease
phenols selenium zinc None of the above
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.
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Printed name of Person Signing Title
Signature of Appli6ant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6B (i) 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 $1 O,ODD, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both.
(18 U.S.C. Section 100I 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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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
May 13,1997
MEMORANDUM TO: Dave Goodrich
(Q- "Ca ' t,,Aj, k
FROM: D. Rex Gleason
PREPARED BY: Todd St. John
SUBJECT: Alternatives Analysis for Gough Econ
Prepared by INENCO, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
This Office is very concerned about the latest alternatives analysis, dated May 2, 1997, provided by
INENCO, Inc., for Gough Econ, Mecklenburg County. As you are probably aware the previous
alternatives analysis prepared by INENCO, Inc., dated October, 1996, was returned for
incompleteness. The May 2, 1997, document is referred to by INENCO as an addendum to the
October, 1996, report and is signed and sealed by James W. Gilpen, P.E. The October, 1996, report
is included as Appendix I in the May 2,1997, document.
The October, 1996, document contains the following statement, in the "Afterward", regarding Gough
Econ's discharge:
"This facilit
testing of the
revealed that
the ell matt(
indicates tha
ecology by d
runoff from I.
A review of Gough Econ's upstream and downstream monitoring data during the period of March,
1996, to February, 1997, revealed no obvious negative or positive impacts in regards to fecal
coliforra, DO, or conductivity. INENCO did not provide any analysis of monitoring data or "testing"
that shows any benefit to area ecology. Also, this Office contends that low flow or zero 7Q 10 flow
events, which would preclude storm water runoff from 1-85, could result in levels of ammonia that
would be toxic to aquatic life, Nevertheless, INENCO maintains that Gough Econ be allowed to

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Office recommends meeting with Gough Econ to discuss these matters because further delays may
not give Gough Econ enough time to implement any alternatives once they are determined.

Prepared Jan. 5 1997
1996
Jan. 1 ,199 - Received notice of permit renewal requires licatiobe filed 180
days prior to expiration. Permit NCO 5 084 issued 12/l /92 expires /31 /96,
Jan. 26, 1996 - Renewal application submitted with location map, signed triplicate
sheets, and 200 processing fee.
Feb. P, 1996 - Receipt acknowledgment lai r from state office arrived. Stated we Nvould
be advised of any comments, recommendations,questions, or other infonnation
necessary for the application review.
June 21, 1996 Received the draft pernn t from the state.
Sept 1 , 1996 - Received "Notice of Violation" to p nnit renewal conditions referring to
part 111, condition Ew requiring an engineering report evaluating alt ra ti es to discharge,
deadline of Sept. 27, 1996 was givers to ac nowl dE rec ipt of this letter, And a
deadline of Oct. 16, 1996 Nvas given to have the report submitted. No mention of this
report was made in the acknowledgment letter of the renewal padr ge or in the Jun, 21
draft pertnit. Fin -ally we tracked doA,,n a cope, of this section in the pc rtnit package
received in 1993 alone; with the new permit.
, "er. 1 ,1996 - Responded to the Mooresville office ann. Rex Gleason concerning the
engineering report and the new liraaits imposed, Since day one of the permits history the
lunits had been set at 0ing/1 BOD 5 day and l6mg/1 Nfl."), the new limits were set allot.
lower at 4.0ing1l Nvinter and 2.0rra ;1 summer on NF13. No response ever received.
,Vept. 24, 1996 - Sent a letter to Mooresville office attn. Rex Gleason confirming Nve had
hired the services of Jun Gilpin, Included a copy ofJim's proposal and the purchase
carder for their files. No response received and no mention of report guidelines.
,. e 1996 - Received letter and permit fi°cam Raleigh. 1t stated the new limits would
be unposed'Nov. 1, 1997. Which were 2. mg/1 surnmer and 4.0mg/1 winter for the x11-12
and residual chlorine Innit of 17.0r g/L. The alternative analysis report was noted as du
May 1, 1997.
,'Ve
pt. :30, 1996 - Received a letter from the Mooresville office (Rey Gleason) stating as of
Sept. 25 a permit was issued and explained the importance of the p nnit and it's
monitoring, No mention Nvas made concerning the engineering report or our letter elated
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Oct. 14, 1996 - The engineering report evaluating alternatives to discharge was sent out
to the Raleigh of by certified mail attri. David Goodrich. We ask for review and
comments.
Oct. 2-5, 1996 - Received letter from David Goodrich out of the Raleigh office reviewing
our report that had been submitted. Basically stated the package Nvas incomplete and
several options were not explored. Attached was the guidelines for submitting such a
report, the first time it had been shared with us. The deadline for resubmitted of a revised
and complete report was noted as May 1, 1997,
1997
illay 5. 1997- Sent the addendum or revised report to the Raleigh off -ice by certified
rat 1.
Aug. 11, 1997- Received the states response to our addendum report. Basically stated we
may be considered for lower restrictions if a quarterly chronic toxicity test (q), 90% cou d
I
be achieved. Recommended running several toxicity test prior to Nov. 1, 1997, It also
recommended we, look into constructing a leach field. I immediately turned Ineco loose
to pursue these new recommendations,
.Vept. 24, 1997 - Mecklenburg County letter received from Mr. Kelly Randall with the
results of the Leach field opportunity which was negative "unsuitable", soil.
Oct. 31, 1997 - I wrote a letter to Susan Robson in, the Raleigh office to give them an
update on the results of the last recommendations. Include was the negative results of the
toxicity test. As well the coup ysnegative results on the leach field. Then told them
about the ammonia eating bacteria we were trying and enclosed literature,
Dec. 3, 1997 - Ineco's results on the 'bacteria bugs after three test. Negative results as to
their effectiveness.
.Dec. 4, 1997 - I wrote a letter to Susan Robson in the Rateijai office alerting them to my
frustrationsraid informed them of our decision to give up andjust hire a'semice to pump -
and -haul.
Dec. $. 1997 -'rodd tJohn out of the Mooresville office calls explaining they had
received the letterand wanted to work with us. As well he informed me that Nve couldn't
punip-and-hatil for any longer than a six month period. I explained or frustration at
endless brick walls not to mention the time and expenses we had invested in trying to
reach a resolution,
Dec. 9,1997 - Todd called back after reviewing the our file and said
• Toxicity - Nve could add a dechlorination process, reminding me of our residual
chlorine limits.
• Recalculating sand filter - by pure in back to the dosing tank,

Nitrification - has that been pursued.
Our reports seemed unconventional, whir not pursue more practical means.
l explained that's oihy we hired the services of the consultant Jim Gilpin and In co were
environmental engineers we"re material handling engineers,
1 , 1"7 - Chip Flutchins of Par Labs called confirming receipt of our notice t
to ovate their services, He reminded me to write the stag to request the permit be
recended, Until then Nve would have to continue the E)M s.
14 1997 - Jim Gilpin n onfi s and apologizes we can't pearand-haul for an
longer than six months, We need something to ;cat us to the year 2000 or 2001 when
CMUD will have the services on our side of 1-85,
12, 1997 - I called Ronnie Oaks to cancel the parnp-an bha l service until further
notice.
Dec 30,1997- Confinned our meeting for Tue. Jars, 6, 1998 Aith both Todd St,Jc hn and
Jiro Gilpin,
Clough Econ Inc,
David I.I sl ,
V.P. of Manufacturing

ASSESSMENT OF
NONwwDISCHARGE OPTIONS
FOR ELIMINATION OF AN
NPDES PERMIT
Required the Permit)
Prepared 'car.
Gough Econ, Inc.
90North Lakebrook Road
Charlotte, NC
Prepared By:
&INENCO, Inc.
Davidson, NC
October, 1996

nVeducHe
Under Part III Section E of NPDES permit issued to Gough Econ, Inc., a request is
made for an "engineering report evaluating alternatives to discharge." This preliminary
study evaluates the feasibility of severalalternatives. It is the intention of this report to
not only satisfy the requirements of the permit, but to truly recommend a course of action
that would physically and economically" allow Gough Ecan to eliminate this costly permit.
Feasibility as it is mentioned in Part III Section E is assumed to be physical feasibility.
This assumption is based on the statement in Part III Section E requesting costing
information on a new full treatment waste water plant if °"no feasible alternatives" are
available for discharge. Since the costs of a wastewater treatment plant would be in the
range of 100,0 0.00 y alternative less costly would be more economically feasible.
Currently the waste water generated by the facility, which is all domestic, is treated
through a septic tank whose effluent is polished with a sand Ater. The water is then
chlorinated using tablets, and directed down a cascading aerator. The treated effluent is
remarkably clean, and under normal conditions causes no adverse effects to a receiving
water. Although water is present year round, the creek receiving the discharge is
classified as a'ro" flow creek. In addition, the creek is a tributary to the Catawba Diver
Basin. These waters are failing under more restrictive constraints as their use is
expanding. Therefore, it is evident that the state is requiring these evaluations in an
effort to farce a reduction of the pollution discharged into the river basin.
The septic system is designed with a maximum' capacity of 1200 GPD. This design
consideration is based on 45 employees with a estimated usage of 25 gallons each per day.
The facility currently works five days a week with one daily shift of approximately 32
employees (30 men and 2 women). The actual flows are well below the maximum
allowable. Flows are currently measured as a condition of the NPDES permit. Because
the system has no primary measuring device, flows are measured by filling a known
volume in a given amount of time. This result is then extrapolated over a 24 hour day
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d ! recorded for permit compliance. For compliance, this number works well because it
is based on known flaw data and a conservatively high estimate. However, for evaluating
alternatives to discharge, the reliability of these numbers is in doubt. An assumption
must be made, and the fixture calculations involving flow must hinge on this assumption.
t is a recommendation of this report that at some future time a representative week o
operation be selected for evaluation of the waste water flows. An additional note as to
the flow through this system, the plant operator, Mr.(whip Hutchins stated that it is not
uncommon for the septic system to reach a zero flaw status. Because of the rigid
sampling protocol required by the permit, saxnples are at times i taken at the nearest
collection location to the discharge. This location, however, is before the last two
treatment steps of the plant, on the inlet side of the tablet chlorinator. It is to be noted
that one of the design pluses of a septic system is its adaptation to discontinuous
operation.. This flexibility does not exist within the conditions of the NPDES permit.
Alternatives to discharge have been extensively researched. Several approaches to
disposal of the water have been reviewed and the individual ideas condensed herein.
brief description of the process involved in each alternative have also been included.
Please note that these alternatives have been evaluated for their use for disposing the
effluent from the current septic system. Within each alternative, it may be possible to
eliminate some of the steps involved in the treatment, but this evaluation in no way is one
of primary treatment of the waste water.

Nternallves
Where a recommendation can be made, feasibility for each alternative is discussed.
Factors outside of the control of Cough Econ, Inc.in several crucial alternatives shift the
feasibility; determinations. Thesefactors will be discussed. It is also noted that this
evaluation is based can assumptions and calculations made by INENCO, Inc. The
discussion of each alternative has not been explored regarding the opinions of Gough ,
l con, Inc. implementing y of these alternatives.
Coimection To CMUD Sewer
The connection of the facility to Charlotte -Mecklenburg utilities Department's ( )
sewers may eliminate the reliance of the facility on a septic treatment system and may
allow direct discharge to the sanitary sewer. This option is hampered by the fact that
there are no accessible sewer lines in the vicinity of the Cough Econ Inc. facility. Several
industries north of the facility, on the north side of 1-85 are currently lobbying CMUD
for inclusion to the sewer system'; However, in conversations with CMUD, III ENC O
was told that there were no current plans to include the area into the CN1UD realm.
(Currently, the area is not part of the City of Charlotte. If the area were annexed, then
inclusion into the sewer system would come within two years of the annexation date.
Although this is one of the best alternatives to discharge, imminent connection is not
possible.'
Leach Reld for Sep 'c S►,pste
Leah fields are the most common disposal method for waste waters treated by septic
systems. ,Jurisdiction for this option lies with Mecklenburg County Environmental Health
Department. An inquiry for a leach field was made at the time of facility construction.
An assessor deemed the sites soils "unsuitable for the installation of a ground absorption
sewage system." The letter attached to the report did, however, state that with the
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correct engineering design this type of disposal method waspossible. The design would
have to meet the county's criteria. Exact regulations determining the position and layout
(of a septic leach field have not yet been explored. However, the prior disapproval from
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the county can this matter would be a hurdle to current implementation, if an in-depth
evaluation of the site showed the leach field to be possible. For this reason, it seems than
this option is not feasible.
OverLand AppUcatian
Disposal of waste water using land application methods is a very practical use of
resources. Reclaimed waste water can be used to provide water and nutrients to a cover
crop. This cover crop can then in turn provide a beneficial use such as a hay field, or
aesthetic in terms of a flower garden. Additionally, land applied waste water is actually
being treated by the natural processes that foster our ecological systems. Reclaiming and
finding a use for waste water is also environmentally responsible, resulting in public
relations bonuses. There are several variations of on -site land application disposal
methods. Each method will be separately addressed because each deserves its sawn design
considerations. As with all waste water design considerations health and safety are
predominant t factors. This is definitely the case with land application methods.
,Slow Ra te infil&aLion
This 'type of disposal option utilizes irrigation equipment to apply the treated waste water
over an area. It is allowed to percolate in to the sub surface, evaporate, and transpire as
it is used by plants. The treated effluent would be applied at a rate consistent with the
water holding and transportation properties of the soil. Gough Econ, Inc. sits on several
acres of low sloped land; however, the land is configured as a long corridor. This
configuration comes into play as minimum setbacks as defined by NC DEHNR are
employed. Setbacks from the well, property line, and surface drainage features leave
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almost no land available for any type of land application. As the setbacks or buffers
change for each type application, land constraints became a dominant factor.
A spray irrigation system typically casts the irrigation waster through pressure nozzles
applying it to a largearea. Atomized waste water may be carried by winds. Also,
freezing temperatures may call for special equipment, and may cause complications.
Buffers for a spray irrigation type system dictate that 400 feet must be between the wetted
perimeter and other property. The facility property is approximately 400 ft wide and 600
ft long. Because of construction setbacks, the facilities structures lie in the center of the
property. Therefore, a 400 foot buffer allows no room for spray irrigation waste water
disposal.
Another type of irrigation system used for disposal of waste waters is drip irrigation. This
system dues not cast the waste water over an area but rather uses drip irrigation lines to
introduce the waste water to the surface of the disposal `area. Drip irrigation in this case
also means that the waste water would be released at the soil surface, most probably
under a blanket of mulch or stone. IvEcrobes in the top layer of soil would provide the
final treatment step for the treated effluent. Then, plants planted through the drip
irrigation blanket would receive the benefits of a continual waster source, and additional
nutrients. Some of the water would be evaporated, but the majority would percolate into
the soil subsurface. Buffers for drip irrigation are the smallest of any land application
buffers. The property line buffer of 50 feet, the water well buffer of 100 feet, and the
drainage features buffer of 25 feet leave several small areas of land to be considered for
drip irrigation. Preliminary soils research indicates that WkB or Wilkes soils with 4% to
8% slopes are predominant to the site. These soils are considered poor for waste disposal
d infiltration areas. Further consideration of a drip irrigation system would be
dependent on an in depth study of the soils actual ability to store and transmit water.
Also, it is typical of these types of irrigation systems to rotate over more than one area,
this allows the soils to drain. Since actual flows are believed to be much lower than
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estimated, rotation may be replaced with intermttentey. is scenario is feasible as a
R
ethod for the disposal of waste water. For the sake of feasibility, some quick..
S-
calculations have been made. Five Hundred (500) gallons of waste water spread over a20
t
t x 40 ft area. constitute 1 inch of precipitation. On the south side of the Cough Eton,
Inc. facility there is a lawn island surrounded by drive. This area is approximately 'I4eof
an acre, and approximately rectangular. Large hard wood trees are intermittently placed
through the area.. If this were landscaped eliminating the lawn and adding a variety or
perennials, a drip irrigation system beneath a layer of mulch could be used to enhance
the facilities aesthetics, as well as use waste water. A drip irrigation system over this area
delivering five hundred gallons per day (500 gpd) would be watering the area with an
additional <0. l inches of water daily. An additional complication of this type of system
is the fact that it would most likely require a fence to keep the area separate from the
public. It is unclear at this point if the fence surrounding the entire facility Would qualify.
This optionas mentioned before is one that is feasible, as Well as one that could be good
for public relations.
Rapid Infiltratio
A rapid infiltration system consists of a earthen pond or series of ditches which store the
waste water while the water percolates through the ditch into the sub surface. This
approach is similar to a the leach field normally associated with septic tanks, but this takes
place at the surface. Therefore, the same problems that exist in=a leash field exist with
rapid infiltration. In rapid infiltration system, the land area, on which the water is placed
is actually less than it would be in a the leach field. Ibis concentration of water produces
permanent saturation of the local vadose zone resulting in groundwater mounding. In
fact, this method of treatment is sometimes accompanied with groundwater recovery
wells to eliminate the mounding. Also, the area where the infiltration system is would be
an eyesore. Lastly, setbacks for rapid infiltration are more stringent than those for a,ny

other land application approach. These factors eliminate rapid infiltration from the list of
f feasible options.
OyerLandHow
e last type of land application considered here is over land flow. This approach uses
the surface of a natural area to treat waste waters. Spray or drip irrigation methods are
use to apply water can the top of a grassy slope. The waste water is applied at a rate that
optimizes contact time and flaw. The water flows over the surface allowing natural
processes to treat the effluent. Collection ditches at the bottom of the slope are some
times provided if flows are high enough. Again this option is hampered by setbacks.
Also, the topography of the site leaves no slopes for application. Over land flow is not a
feasible option.
Hauung
Another method of eliminating a discharge is collection of the waste water in a holding
tank and disposal via hauling to a CMUD facility. A holding tank of adequate size would
be necessary to detain the waste water. A collection basin'and a level activated pumping
system would be required to transport the water to the holding tank. A tank with the
capacity of 2 to 3 weeks of flow would allow for accumulation. A hauling contractor was
contacted and questioned about this task.. The size of the haulers largest tanker (3500
gallons) is a constraint in the evaluation of this option. A holding tank for stability and
distribution may be necessary for a land application process. Application rates may not
be high enough to allow for the complete application, in this case accumulation in the
holding tank may still require hauling to a CMUD facility.

Evaporadon
Active evaporation can be a capital intensive option of waste water disposal. Evaporation
allows for a reduction in volume that would exceed 08%. Residues from the evaporator
would most likely be non -hazardous and couldbe dried or solidified and placed in the
du Aster. Another consideration with an evaporator is an energy source. Electricity can
be utilize, but power consumption would be high and this source may not be the most
economically feasible. Natural gas or propane may be a better energy source.
Evaporation is energy intensive, in fact it takes approximately 100 gallons of propane to
evaporate 500 gallons of water from 60° F. An evaporator may also require an air permit
application and possibly a long term air permit. Several evaporator manufactures have
been >contacted to estimate the costs of an evaporator. Costs range from $ 0,000 to
$50,00. This exuberant cost alone places a turn -key evaporator outside the realm of
feasibility.
Passive evaporation has also been considered. Unfortunately, as with land application
techniques a large area: would be required for effective evaporation. The land constraints
previously discussed would also effect this option. A passive evaporator is also climate
dependent. Our local climate would not be conducive to passive evaporation. This
option is not feasible:.
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Conclusions
The preliminary feasibility of several options have been carefully considered with the pros
co,
and cons of each noted.Of the options considered, few deserve further consideration.
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Determination of true feasibility bf these options is a multi -step process. This initial
consideration of possible applicable alternatives being the first step.:
nd Application
i
Drip irrigation bay be a feasible alternative to discharge. According the state regulations
controlling these options, an in-depth evaluation is required from both an agronomist and
a`soil scientist. The reports along with system design requirements would be required for
the application for a permit. The conditions of such a permit are not known, but is
that the sampling requirements would be less than those for the NPDES permit.
assumed
The land area available for drip irrigation at hough Econ is;approximately 1/4 acre.
Application of waste waters over this area would be equivalent to less than 0. l inches per
day. Preliminary, evaluation indicates this option is feasible.
Hauling
Hauling waste water from Gough Econ, Inc. to a treatment facility is a viable stop gap
measure. However, long-term hauling is less practical. The costs associated are
cumulative and could easily approach $10,000/year. This approach also makes Gough
Econ, Inc. reliant on a hauler for the service. Although long term costs make it less
attractive, this option is feasible.
Connection to CMUD
This option is not only the' most cast effective, it is the most preferred. Connection to
C sewers is only a matter of time. Industrial waste water generators i area ea e
pushing for inclusion. Waiting for CNILTD to make a connection passible is feasible.
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.Afterward
For the purpose of writing this report, the facility at Gough Econ, Inc. was examined
including a walk through of the plant, and the grounds. In addition, procedures and
records pertaining to the NPDES permit and the treatment system have been
exhaustively reviewed. It is the opinion of the INENCO, Inc. that GoughEgan, Inc. is
an exceptional industrial citizen. This facility's impact on the local environment is
minimal at worst. The testing of the effluent at the outfall into the unnamed tributary of
the Catawba River has also revealed that Gough Econ, Inc. has been a goad
environmental citizen. It is understood by us that elimination of this outfall is wanted,
however the outfall, up, and down stream testing indicates that the small flows from this
facility (500 gpd) may be beneficial to the area ecology by diluting the pollutants coming
from sources up stream, as well as stormwater runoff from I-8 . Incur opinions, Gough
Econ, Inc. should be allowed to keep the current NTDES permit at previous permit
discharge levels, if they so choose, until connection to CMLJD sewers is possible.

PART I
Section B. &blgdule of om fiance
L The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations specified for discharges in accordance
with the following schedule:
Per ittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the permit unless
specified below.
Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the
existing facilities at optimum efficiency.
shall submit either a .report of progress or, in the case of specific aeti
lentified dates, a written notice of compliance or noncompliance, In the I
4all include the cause of noncompliance, any remedial actions taken'
meeting the next schedule requirements.

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PART 11
SECTION A. DEFINITIQN5
1. Pe Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
2. DEM gr.. "the Djyiaign"
Means the Division of Water Quality, Department of Ei
3.

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

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P.
tther Mea ur rnents
except for the in
e activities on the flc
(1) a series of grab samples collected at
I
x I�IuI I
4 • + � .u�l �F till � �
a Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean 1
values divided by the number of individ
b. .geometric Mean: The geometric mean o
individual values where lei` is equal to tl
equivalent to the antllog of the arithm(
For purposes of calculating the geometric
(1)•
c. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by I
times its respective flow divided by the f
t of:
"aw AALUY 4AL4 414AL4 AA A44A Y{dA 6+`4-Ytl AL 4AAA bL4AL4
.tuber of samples less than four (4) during a
ow value means the summation of each concentration
mimation of the respective flows.

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10. C &nd
A calendar day is defined as the period from midnight of one clay until midnight of the next day,
However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents
the calendar day may be used for sampling.
11. Hazardous Substance
A hazardous substance means any substance designated under 40 CFR fart 116 pursuant to Section
311 of the Clean Water Act.
12. -I', 11 w—t
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 30(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
SECDON B. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Duty to Comply
The per ittee 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,
a. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section
3(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for selvage sludge use or
disposal established under section 445(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 a permit condition is subject to a
civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently
violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2, 00 to $25,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both. Any person who knowingly
violates permit conditions is subject to criminal penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also, any person who violates a
permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,0€ 0 per violation
with themaximum'amount not to exceed. $125,000, [Ref. Section 309 of the Federal .Act 33
U.S.C. 1319 and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)
11 violations are
continues, with=tht
s •Gen
•� ll lit •

I a N Iti "at
The F
dispc
hum,a
"WOMWIM
health or the environment.
td Criminal Liability
6. Onshore or Offshore Constng-tim
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. 5gygLakij"-
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application
of any provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such
provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.
& - Dutv-to Provide InfoMla_tiffl
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 pen -nit or to determine compliance with this
permit. The permittee shall also furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of
records required to be kept by this permit.
9. Dutv to pea-sly
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,

information, incl
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10 Expiration of Pgrmit
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 NCCS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 121 et. seq.
11. Si:gnatgry Re wire ents
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed
d certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section,
responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president
of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who
performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager
of one or more manufacturing production or operating facilities employing more than 250
persons or having'gross annual sales or expenditures exceeding 25 million (in second quarter
1980 dollars), if authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager
in accordance with corporate procedures.
() For a partnership or sole proprietorship. by a general partner or the proprietor,
respectively; or
() For a municipality, State, Federal, or gather public agency: by either a principal executive
officer or ranking elected official.
b. All reports required ;by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized representative of
that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(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 overallresponsibility 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.
>ns who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for';
the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and bi
cnplete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submi
xding the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violation

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12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissue
by the perittee for a permit modification, r
notification of planned changes or anticipated nons
Carolina General Statute 143-21.1 et. al.
14.t'rvious P
grmits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued
1 • •
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 duality assurance procedures. This provision
requires the operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities or similar systems which are installed by a
permittee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit.

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3. Need to Halt or Reducen to D f n$
ts -g
It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary
to halt or reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this
permit.
4. Bypassing of Treatment Fad Litiga
a. Definitions
(1) "Bypass" means the known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment
facility including the collection system, which is not a designed or established or operating
mode for the facility.
(2) "Severe property damage" means substantial physical damage to property, damage to the
treatment facilities which causes the to become inoperable, or substantial and permanent
loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage does not mean economic loss caused by delays in
production.
b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent lintitations to be
exceeded, but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These
bypasses are not subject to the provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall
submit prior notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an
evaluation of the anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
required in Part II, E. 6. of this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against
a permittee for bypass, unless:
which occurred during normal periods of equipment downiiirne or preventive maintern;i
and
(C) The pern-tittee subnritted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section.
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering
adverse affects, if the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the tf
conditions listed above in Paragraph d. (1) of this section.

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Page 10 of 14
SECTION D. MONITORIN4Q AN _ DD_R- E—C Q-IDS
1. RevresentatiLt3Amp in
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. RWDfting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case
of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
following address:
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
3.
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices
shall be selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of
monitored discharges. The devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the
accuracy of the measurements are consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than + 10%
from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Once -through
condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in
Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this
requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.63 et. sect, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations
published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 US C 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as
Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40
itoring required by this permit, all test procedures must F
data generated must be reported -down to the minimum detection or lower reporting leve
procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable of achieving rninimum detect

6. Records EgtgnfiM
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's
sewage sludge use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five
years (or longer as required by 40 CFR 503), the permittee shall retain records of all monitoring
information, including all calibration and maintenance records and all original strip chart
recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by this permit,
for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application.
This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording EC&Ult$
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee
shall record the following information -
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 perfon-ned the analyses;
e . The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. I=ectig—n jjadjntW
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 pares etersi at any location.

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SECTION REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1, hae,..�n Disclaar e
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.
. Plg=d Changed
The permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical
alterations or additions to the permitted facility. Notice is required only when:
a . The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining
whether a facility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 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 which are subject neither to
effluent limitations in the permit, nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 12242 (a)
(1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the permittee's sludge use or
disposal; practices, and such alternation, addition or change may justify' the application of
permit conditions that are different' from or absent in the existing permit, including notification
of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application process or not
reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Antic` ated nco- plianee
The permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted
facility or activity which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements.
4. 'ra nftm
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such other
requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5. Monitoring f to grts
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part 11. D. 2
of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use
or disposal practices.
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test
procedures specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be
included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.

kpar—ting
VVILV­ &Atc F'UJLAALA4,Vr:V UVA.VIAMD awa-c utaL it icuiru tv buvina any ruieviint idcvb in a Fermis
application, or submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the
Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or information.
9. Ngnompliance 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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Page 14 of 14
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in utter form within
5 days following first knowledge of the occurrence.
10. AYAUAhilit cif R vrt
Except for data determined to be confidential under NC S 143-215.3(a)(2) or Section 308 of the
Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for
public inspection at the offices of the Division of Water (,duality. 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 NCS 13-215.1(b)(2) or
in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. 1!=Ities for,Falsificationf Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be
maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or reports of compliance or
noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation,
or by imprisonment for not more than o years per violation, or by both.

PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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PART IV
ANNUAL MIND RING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE REQUIREMENTS
A. The permittee mint pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within. 3
(thirty) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to
revoke the permit.

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David P. Risley
From. David P. Risley [drisley a goughecon.coml
Sent: Monday February 26 2001 8: 1 AM
To. ' haries weaver@nc iail.net'
Subject: Further to email sent last Fri. 2/2
Pertnittee: Gough Econ Inc,
Permit No.: NCO058084
Mecklenburg Cry,
Nir, Weaver,
I spoke with the owner of Liquid Waste late Friday afternoon and ask them where do they haul the septic
tankwaste. They take it to one of two CMUD facilities here in Charlotte, McAlpine or lwrin Creek.
Pest Regards,
David Risley
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pppp�'P' & NATUPLAL RESOURCES
N.C. DEPT. OF
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
1996
Permit No. NCO058084
Mumma IFfia STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
EEBma
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 14-1.1,
other lawful s lords d rerp b promulgated and ^^•-",<> « , T�Tr.ra{i r.�, ,t;nr,
Environmental Management Commission, and the Fede
ended,
Gough Econ,
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a foci
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg C
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary 1
Di B
&" F4 fWWW.W # LIAA W{K4"&&: VxJaa 4c t„va s vw', a[.
Ec.
City located t
arty
ver asyn
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirer
e c.:ataw a x7ver in the t.;atawoa
Parts 1,11,11I and'IV hereof.
This pen -nit shall became effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 312001.
Signed this day
D`RAIF IF
A. Freston Heyward, Jr., P.E.;Director
Division of Environmental Management
y Authority of the Environmental 'Management Commiss

PPPFFr'
Permit No. NC O0 8084
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER ET
Gough Econ, Inc.
is hereby authorized to.
1. Continue to operate a 0.0012 MGD wastewater treatment facility consisting of a septic tank
followed by a closing surface d filter with PVC manifolds, tablet disinfection,
cascade aeration located at NCSR 1628, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County (See Part III of this
Permit), and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to the Catawba River which is classified Class WSI"V & B CA waters in the
Catawba River Basin.

A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS SUM (April1- October l) Permit No. NCO058084
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Pe tree is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below,
Effilent CherarLterls#lcaQ1112bar Mpallgrlrtg Re u rementa
NAn1bbL-AYq, eekl AYl1.Ax
Flow 0. 00 12 NIGD Weekly Instantaneous
I or
B©D, 5 day, 20°C 30.0 mg1I 45.0 mgtl 2/Month Grab
E
Total Suspended Residue; 30.0 mgll 45.0 mg112/Month Grab
E
NN3 as N 2.0 mgl 2/Month Grab
Dissolved Oxygen" Weekly Grab
E, U,
Fecal Colifor (geometric mean) 200.01100 ml 400.0 11`00 ml 2/Month Grab
lip, U, U
Total Residual Chlorine 17.0 g11 2/Week Grab
E
Temperature Daily Grab
E
Temperature Weekly Grab
U, D
Conductivity Weekly Grab
U,©
*Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent, U - Ups.tream above the discharge point, D - Downstream approximately 200 feet below the
discharge point
* The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mgtl.
e pH shall not be less. than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored 2(month at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in either than trace amounts.

A. . EFFLUENT LIMITA110NS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS WINTER (November 1- March 31) Permit No. NCO058084
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Perminee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the ,pe =ttee as specified below.
ffluent ChaEaglarIjIL" Monitortna R:eaulroment
saL- 91X *
tm n l
M9mully , AVa. QA IY Am —E
,
Flow 0.0012 MGD Weekly Instantaneous
I or E
BO , 5 day, 200C 30.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/I 2/Month Grab
E
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/I 2/Month Grab
E
NF13 as N 4.0 mg/I 2/Month Grab
E
Dissolved Oxygen" Weekly Grab
E, U, Q
Focal Colifo (geometric mean) 200.0 /100 ml 00.0 100 ml 2/Month Grab
E, U, [ `
Total Residual Chlorine 17.0 ;leg/I 2/Week Grab
E
Temperature Gaily Grab
Conductivity Weekly Grab
U, D
Temperature Weekly Grab
U,D
Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent, U - Upstream above the discharge point, D - Downstream approximately 200 feet below the
discharge point
* `The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mgll.
The pH shall not be less than .0 standard units nor greater than 3.0 standard units and shall be `monitored Vmonth at the effluent by grab
sample;
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

titate OT NOrtn uaroona
Department of Environment, xl�w�
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management � ►1
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
January 18, 1996
David P. Risley
Gough Econ, Inc.
I', 0. Box 66858
Charlotte, North Carolina 28266
Subject: renewal of NPDES Permit No. NCO058084
enburg County
Dear Pe ittee:
The subject permit expires on 960831. North Carolina General Stature 145 215.1(c) rewires that an application for
shall consist of the following information:
he renewal,
ication form (copy attached.), signed and submittedin triplicate.
tted flow, whichever is appropriate.
appendix A of 'Title 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations, fart >122 shall also sub t
cordance with fart 122.21.
facilities, shall also submit an Engineering Alternatives Analysis, referenced in 1 sA NCAC Subchapter 2H ,t 10
Subchapter 2 . i201(c).
6. If the facility covered by this permit contains some type of treatment works, a narrative description of the sl
management plan must be submitted with the application for renewal,
In addition to penalities referenced above, a permit renewal request received after the expiration date will be
considered as a new application and will require the higher application fee,
1 A NCwAC 21-1.t1105(b)(2) requires payment of an annual Administrative and Compliance Monitoring fee for mo,,
permitted facilities. You will be billed separately for that fee (if applicable), after your permit is approved.

,y
Mr. David A, Goodrich
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management/WQ Section
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
The check should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
which may be abbreviated as NCDEHNR.
If there are questions or a need for additional information regarding the permit renewal procedure, please contact the
NPDES Group at telephone number (919)-733-5083.
Respectfully,
David A, Goodrich, Supervisor
NPDES Group
cc: Central Files

State of North Carolina
V." Department of Environment, A61 11 r410
Health and Natural Resources L)A
Division of Environmental Management
Awmandabooft
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan'B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director UNVIRONif
NATURAL W'S�
Nov 0 3 13
October 29, 1993
David P. Risley
P 0 Box 668583
Charlotte, NC 28266
Subject: Permit No. NCO058084
Gough Econ, Inc.. ,
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr: Risley:
In accordance with your application for discharge permit received on June 1 1993, we
are forwarding herewith the subject state - NPDES permit. This permit is issued pursuant to
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 14 -215 .1 and the Memorandum of
Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection agency dated
December 6, 1983.
f 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, Post Office Drawer 27447," Raleigh, North
Carolina' 7611 -744 . Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please take notice this permit is not transferable. Part 11, EA. addresses the requirements
to be followed in case of change in ownership or control of this discharge.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be
required by the Division of Environmental Management or permits required by the Division of
Land Resources, Coastal .Area Management Act or any other ]Federal or Local governmental
peTmit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, Tease contact Ms. Susan Robson at
telephone number 9191733-5083.
OrigNiNfrigWd By
oleen H. Sullins
A. Preston Howard, Jr.
Director
cc: Mr. Jim Patrick, EPA
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX 19- - 496
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Permit No. NCO058084
STATE OF NORTH C:AROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
' DE d
—M (`)100
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTAI'li!l
In compliance with the provision of North. Carolina General Statute 143-215.1
other lawful standards d regulations promulgated d adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Gough Econ, Inc;
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
the wastewater treatment facility
NCSR 1628
Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to the Catawba River in the Catawba River
Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, onito " g requirements, and other conditions set forth in
Parts 1, I, and III hereof.
This permit shad become effective December 1, 199
This permit it d the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 199
Signed this day October 29, 1993
Original Signed By
Coien H. Sullins
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NCO058054
SUPPLEMENT T4 PERMIT COVER SBEET
Gough Econ, Inc.
is hereby authorized to
1. Continue to operate a 0.0012 MGD wastewater treatment facility consisting of a septic tank
followed by a dosing tank, a surface sand filter with PVC manifolds, tablet disinfection, and
cascade aeration located at the wastewater treatment facility, NCSR 1628, Charlotte,
Mecklenburg County (See Part III of this Pen -nit), and
2 Discharge m said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to the Catawba River which is classifier) Class WS IV waters in the Catawba
River Basin.

W

A. (. EFFLUENT LIN11TATIONS AND MONITORING REQUI ME S FINAL
Permit No. NC O058084
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized
to discharge from
outl`all(s) serial number 001.
` Such discharges shall be limited d monitored by the permittee as specified below::
Effluent +h raWVjj&jlQj
iiaCharpe t.imttatians
M+pnitorin
tairem is
Measgrement
nm 't
am Ie
Monthly An. Weekty Ava. Dallv Max
ftqalangy
Lp a icon
Flow
0.0012 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
I or E
BOD, 5 day, 200C
30.0 mg/l 45.0 mg/I
2/Month
Grab
E
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/l 45.0 mg/I
2/Month
Grab
E
NF13 as N
16.0-mg/I'
2/Month
Grab -
E
Dissolved Oxygen*'
Weekly
Grab
E, U, D
Fecal Col form (geometric mean)
200.0 /100 ml 400.0 /100 ml
2/Month
Grab
E, U, D
Total Residual Chlorine
2/Week
Grab
E
Temperature
Daily
Grab
E
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Conductivity
Weekly
Grab
U,D
* Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent, U - Upstream above the discharge point, D - Downstream approximately 200 feet below the
discharge point
** The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mgtl
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than .0 standard units and shall be monitored 2/month at the effluent by grab
sample:
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

PARTI
L The Permit= shall comply 'th Final Effluent Limitations spiecified for discharges in
a=ordance with the following sc c:
Penninte shall comply'th Final Effluent Limitations by the eff 've dam of the permit unless
spozMed below.
2" , Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the
existing f"'ties at optim= efficizncy,
. No later than 14 calendar days following a date identified in the above schedule of°compliance,
the permillee shall submit either a report of progress or, in the case of specific actions being
required by identified dates, a written notice of compliance or noncompliance.'- In the latter
case, the notice shall include the cause of noncompliance, any remedial actions taken,.and the
probability of meeting the next schedule requirements.

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PARTII
DirectorTbe of the Division of Environmental Managttactit.
2. Division
Means the Division of Environmental Managenitnt, Dtpartmtnt or Environment, Health and
Natural Pesos
3.
Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4.
"he Federal Rater Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amendeZ, 33
5C 1251, ct. seq.
S. r Vc
a. The "monthly; average discharge"' is defined as the, total mass of all daily discharges
sampledand/or mcasumd during a calendar month on which daily discharges are sampled
d measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampledand/or measured during
such mouth. It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found; by adding the weights of the
pollutant found each 'day of the, month and then dividing this sum by the number of days
the tests were reported. 7be limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" in Pan I of the
permit.
b. T'be "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured duzing the Galen week (Sunday ,- Saturday) can which daily discharges
are sampled and measured, divided by the umber of daily discharges sampledand/or
measured during such week. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the
weights of pollutants found each day of the weep and then dividing this sure by the
number of days the tests were reported. This - limitation is identified as "Weekly Average"
in Pan I of the permit.
. The "maximum ily discharge" is the total mass (weight) of a pollutant discharged during
a calendar day. If only one sample is taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant
calculated from it is the "maximum daily discharge." This limitation is identified as 'Daily
Maximum," in Pan I of the perrniL
. The "average annual discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled
and/or measured during the calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled and
mtasure.d, dividtd by the number of daily discharges sampledand/or measured during such
year. It is, therefore, an arithmetic me `found by adding the weights of pollutants found
each day of the year and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were
reported. This limitation is defined as "Annual Average" in Pan I of the permit.

pan II_
Page 3 of 14
a. Flow, NOD): The flow limit expressed in "s it is the 24 ho average flow,
averaged monthly, It is c ined as ' arithmetic of tbc total daily flows rtrwdzd
during the calendar ramith.
b. "ins us flow m et" is a measure of flow taken at the time of sampling,
when both the sample and flaw will be rtprtsentativc of the natal dischWit.
C. A "continuous flaw measurement" is a measure, of discharge flow from the facility which
occurs continually'thous interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow
shall be monitored n " y except for the infirquent times when there may be no flow
cr for infrequent maintenancc activities an the flow device.-
S. . Samtles
. Composite Sample: A composite sample, shall consist of.
(1) a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period of
discharge and combined proportional to the crate of flow 'measured at the time, of
individual sample collection, or
(2) a series of grab samples ofequal volume collected over a 24 hour periodwith the time
intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the
sampling point. Flow measurement bctwetn sample intervals shall be determined by
use of a flow =order and totalizer, and the present gallon interval between sample
collection fixed at no greater than 124 of the expected total daily flow at the treatment
system, or
() a single, continuous sample collected over a 24 hour period proportional to the rate of
flow.,
In accordance with (l ) above, the time interval bem n influent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour, and the time interval t>--tween effluent grab samples shall be no
` amr than once per hour except atwastewattr treatment systems having a detention time
of greater than hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at time
intervals evenly spaced over the 24 Maur period which art equal in number of hours to the
detention time of the, system in numbitr of days. However, in no ease may the time interval
betwetn'effluent grab samples be greater than six (6) hours nor the number of samples less
than four (4) during a 24 hour sampling period.
b. GrabSample: Grab samples are individual samples collected over a period of time not
exceeding 15 minutes; the grab sample can he taken manually. Grab samples must b
representative of the discharge or the receiving waters.
.'Ca=anD of4» jt
a . `ithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the
individual values divided by the number of individual values.
. Geometric Mean: Tbt geometric mean of any set of values is the Nth root of the product of
the individual values where: N is equal to the number of individual values. 7 e geometric
mean is equivalent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logalithms of the individual
values. For purposes of calculating the ,geometric mean, values of zero (0) shall 6
considered to be one (1)•

+c. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by flaw value means the summation of
concentration times its rc tivc flow divided by the summation of ft respective flows.
10, .gar Dav
calendar day is defined as the period from midnight of one day until midnight of the :next
day. However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive bour period that muoriably
represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
11.
A hazardous substance means any substance designated under. 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to
Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
12.
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Seal a)(1) of the Clean Water
T ?,
1.'to CornnIv
e pc-rmittet must comply with all conditions of this permit Any permit noncompliance
constitutes a violation of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement actions for permit
termination, revocation and rei suance,' or modification; or denial of a permit renewal
application.
a. The ptrminee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under
section' 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants aLnd,,Aith standards for sewage
sludge use or disposal established under wtion 405(d) of the Clean 'Water Act within the
time provided in the regulations that establish thest standards or prohibitions or standards
for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to
incorporate the u" men .
b. The Clean Water Act provides that y rson who violates a permit condition is subject to
civil penalty not to exceed $25,per day for each violation. Any person who
negligently violates any permit condition is subject to 'criminal penalties of $2,500 to
$25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than I year, or both. Any
person who knowingly violates permit conditions is subject to criminaf penalties of $5,000
to $50, per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also,
any person who violates a permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not
to exceed $10,000 per violation with the maximum amount not to exceed $125, . [Ref:
Section 309 of the Federal Act 33 U.S.C. 1319 and 40 CFR 122.41 (a))
c. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per
violation may be assessed' against y person who violates or fails to act in accordance with
the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [Ref. North Carolina General Statutes
143-215.6A)
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating
section 301,;302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or
limitation implementing, any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the
Act Administrative penalties for glass I violations are not to exceed $10, per -violation,
with the maximum amount of any {Mass I penalty assessed not to ex eed4 $25,000.

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'age 5 of 14
Penalties for Class II violations art not to ex $10,000 per day for each day
which the violation continues, with the maximum o t of any Class II penaltynot to
$12.5,
Y
2.
e permittee shall talm all reasonable steps to minimizeor prtvtnt any dischrgt Cr sludge
or disposal in violation of this Permit which ha le likelihood of adversely affecting
burrian health or the trivironmetIL
..
Except as provided in Permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, C-4) and'"Power Fail
(Pan II, C•7), nothing in this p-trmitsball be construed to relieve the permit= from JLny
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 partnittee, is
responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for
effective cornpliance, may be temporarily su
4. b5tLiabilitv
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to prtcli,idt the institution of any legal action or relieve
the perminet from any responsibilities, liabilities, orptrialdes to which the pt-nninee is or may
be subject to under NCt3S 14-215.75 et nq, or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 3 USG 1321.
Furthermore, the pe i is rc nsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills. even
though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspende&
5. Prontm Rirbts
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 rat, State or local laws or regulations.
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undcmiEng of any work in any navigable waters.
7 ..
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Ile provisions of, this p.--rmit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the
application of any pro -vision of this permit to any c' u s cts, is held invalid, the application
Of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not t affected
thereby.
The permittte shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any
inform ation which the Permit Issuing' Authority may mluest to determine whether cause exists
for modifying, revolting and reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance
with this permit. The paermirtee shall also furnish is the Permit Issuing Authority upon
ues, copies of records required to be kept by this permit .�

to Rtallnlv
f the POTmitt0c wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after tht expiration dam
Of this Permit, the permit= nest apply for and obtain new p=niL
10. E" ration of Pernmri
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The Ptrminte 1$ not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to rtceivt
automatic authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the `ptrtnirtac shall submit such
inforrnation. forms, and fees as am required by the agency authoriztd to issue permits no Lahr
than 180 days prior to the expiration date. Any p not requested renewal at least
180 days prier to expiration, or any pot - that does not have a permit after the expiration
d has not mqutsttd renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the permittm to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 1-215.6 and 33 USC 1251'et
All applications,reports, or information submitted to the Permit issuing Authority shall be
signed and certified.
a. All p,-.rmit applications shall be signed as folly
(I) 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 m functions for the corporation,
or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing production or operating facilities
employing more than 250 persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures
exceeding 25 million (in second quarter 1980 dollars), if authority to sign documents
has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance' with corporate procedures.
(2) For a parmership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor,
respectively; or
() For a municipality, Mate, Federal, or oilier public agency: by either a principal
executive officer or ranking elected officiaL
b. All reports required by the permit and other ' o ation requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized
representative' of that person. A person' is a duly authorized representative only if:
0) The authorization is made inwriting by a person described above,
() 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, supe ° tendent, 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
() The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.

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2. tiC s?Ytt�nWrr
permittee, shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of
ttatment and control (and related appurtenances) which;am installed or used by the permitt0e to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this pe-rmlt. Proper operation and maintenance also
includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. `s
provision requires the operation of hack -up or auxiliary facilities or similar systems which am
installed by a pctrmirtee only when the operation is n=ssary to achieve compliance vdth the
conditions of the permiL
. ''hex to e'not $ fen,
t shall not be a defense for a perminm in an enforcement action that it would have been
necessary to halt or reduce the p&.rrnirtzd activity in ordrr to maintain compliance with the
condition of this permit
. Eynassint,of atmtnt Fa�' ti s
a. Definitions
() "Bypass" means the known diversion of waste stre-ams from any portion of a treatment
facility including the collection system, which is not a designed or established or
operating mode, for the facility.
(2) "Severe property age" means substantial physical damage to property, damage to
the 'treatment facilities which causes them to b=ome inoperable, or substantial and
permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the
absence of a bypass. Severe property damaged s not mean economic loss caused b
delays in production.
b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
The permittoe may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause, effluent limitations to
be exceeded, but only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation.
These bypasses are not subject to the provisions of Paragraphs c and d. of this wtion.
c. Notice
(I) Anticipated bypass. If the re inee knows in advance of the n for a bypass, t
shall submit prior notice, passible. at least ten days before the date of the bypass;
including an evaluation of the anti patzd quality and aff6ct of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permitter shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
required in Part II, E. 6. of this permit, (4 hour notice.
d. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may takt 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

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•peTiods of equipment downtime. condition is not satisfied if adequate backup
equipment should have been installed in the exercise of reasonable enginochng
j ent to vent a bypass which ' g n al periodsof equipment
do . e or preventive mainttrmwt; and
(C) the permirtze submitted notices as required unda Pangraph c. of this SeCtiom
(2) Tbt Permit Issuing Authority may -approve anticipated bypass, after considering its
adverse affects, if the PermR Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three
conditions listed above in Pangrapli d. I} of this section.
a. Dtfinitiori.
'Upset " means in exceptional incident in which there is unintentional d temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factors
beyond the reasonable control of the permittae. An upset does not include noncompliance
to the extent caused by operational error, " properly 'designed treatment facilities,
inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or improper
operation.
. Effect of an upset
An upset constitutes an affzmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with
such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph c.' of this
condition are met. No determination made during finis tive review of claims` that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final
administrative action subject to jtidi ial re
. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset
A perminte who wishes to establish the affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate,
thmugh properly signed, contempomeous operating logs, or other relevant evidence that.
(I) An upset occurred and that the ptrmitta can identify the use(s) of the upset;
(2) The permimt facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The perminee submitted notice of the upset as required in Pan II, E. 6. (b) (B) of this
permit.
(4) The permitpermittet complied with any remedial measures requirtd under Part H, B. 2. of this
permit.
. Burden of proof.
In any enforcement procecding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset
has the burden of proof.
. Rmod'Suicn
Solids, sludges, falter backwash, or ether pollutants removed in the course of treatment or
control of wastewaters shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 14 - 15.1 `and in
a'ma.nner such as to prevent anypollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State
r navigable waters of the United States. "The permittet shall comply with all existing federal

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discharge volumes. Once -through condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump
lags, or pump bour meters as specified in Part I of this permit and based on the Manufacturcii
F curves shall not be sub` t to this requirr�t.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall confccrn to the EMC regulations published
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.63 et. , the Water and Air Quality Rtportin Arts, and to
regulations published pursuant to Section 344(g), 33VSC 1314, of the ederal Water
Pollution Cc>ntrol Act, as Amer4ed, and Regulation 40 CFR 1 6 ; or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503. unless
other test prooedures have been specified in this permiL_
To meet the intent of the monitor ' g rtquimd by this perrnit, all test proctduxs must pro duct
minimum detection and mporting levels that art below the permit discharge mqu=ments and
all data generated must be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level o
the r ed . If no arcavcd methods date `ned capable of achieving mt
de non d repo` ° g It'vels t>elowt pe it discharge rnents, then the most sensitive
(methexi "th the lowest sibl do `on re ` g Ievel) apprt ed method must be used.
S
e Clean, Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate, any monitoring device or method mquired to be maintained under this
pc it shall, upon conviction, b-- punished b a fine of not morethan$10, per violation, or
by ° prison ent fir 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 $i, per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not
more than 4 years, or both.
6. tcords e :n
Except for mords of monitoring information u by this permit related to the ptrmitteefs
stwage 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 ptrmittte shall retain records of alb
monitoring g information, including all calibration and maintenance cads and all original strip
chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by
this permit, for a period of at bast 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report
or appl cation. This period maybe extended by request of the for at any time.
4
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the
Permitme shall record the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or meal ments;
b. 7be individual(s) who performed the sampling or rheas ments
C. The dates) analyses were pt:rfo `
d. ?he individual(s) who performed the al ses;
C. The analytical techniques or meth u and
f. The results of such analysts.

The pwriittee shall allow the'e ^trnr, or an authoriz&d mpresentative (including an autho `
ConlTaCtor acting as a representative of the , upon the presentation of credentials and
tither documents as may be y law, to,
a. Enter upon the Pernlittee's Premises where a regulated facility or activity is located
conducted, or wbere records must be kept under tht conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept undzr the
conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (in lu ` g monitoring d control
equipment), practices, or operations regulwzd or requirtd under'this 't and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or
as otherwise authorizrd by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any
location.
T
1.Chanze in Dischanze
All discharges authorized bercin shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this
p,--rmiL 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 permiL `
2 nn
The perminee shall give notice to the Director ;as soon as possible of any planned physical
alterations or adcb6ons to the permitted facility. Notice is required only when:
a. The altcratior or addition to a po--rTnitttd facility may meet one of the criteria for datcrmi' g
whether a facility is a new source in 40 CFR Pan 122.29 h), or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of
pollutants discharged_ This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to
effluent limitations an the permit, nor to notification ;requirements under 4 CFR Pan 122.42
(a) W.
c. The alteration or addition results in a si'flcant change in the pe ittee' 'sludge use or
disposal practices, and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of
permit conditions that are different from or absent in the existing permit, including
notification of a urinal use or disposal sites not reported during the permit application
process or not reported pursuant to an approval land application plan.
The permit= shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted
facility or activity which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements.

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This pc it is not _ s le to any Person except Ouz notice to the =. e Director
may require modification revocation and missuanct of the Permittze and incorpo= Such
other requirements as may be n=ssxy undrr the Clean W
Monitcring results shall be reported as the intervals spocified elsewhere in 't.
a. Monitoring results must be mporttd on a Discharge Monitoring Re (DIL
D. 2 of this permit)forms providedby the Director for reporting results of MOnitcrring Of
sludge use or disposal pmctices.
. Ifthe permitze, monitors y pollutant mom frequently than by the permit, using
test procedums specified in Part 11, D. . of this permit or in the cut of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 503, or as sptcified in this it the results of this
monitoring shall be included in the calculation d reporting
0rtthe data submined in the
DMIL
e. Calculations for all limitations which nquirt averaging of measurements shall utilizo an
axithmetic mean unless othamise specified by the Dim= in the
6.
a. The perminee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any
noncompliance which may endanger health or the environment. y information shall be
provided orally within 24 hours from the time the, permittte btcamt aware of the
circumstances. n submission shall also be provndtd within S days of the time the
perminet becomes aware of the circumstances. The wrinen submission shall contain
description of the noncompliance, and its cause, the period of noncompliance, including
exact d,at s and times} and if the noncompliance has no been corrected, the anticipattd, time
it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent
reoccurrence of the noncompliance.
b. The following wing shall be included as information which roust be reported Wlladn 24 hours
under this paragraph:
(l) Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
y upset which xc y effluent limitation in the peIrmiL
(3) Violation of a maximum ' y discharge limitation for any of the pollutants listed by the
Director in tl^ t it to be reported within 24 hours.
c. Ilse Director may waive the written report on a cast -by -cast basis for reports under
paragraph b. above of this condition if the oral . eport has been mtivod within 24 hours.
7. � tom. Ii
The itt shall report all instances ofnoncom noncompliance not reported under I.S. E. d .
of this permit at the time monitoring reports are submitted. Tle, reports shall contain the
info ' ation listed in Pan ll. E. & of this petrmiL

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S.
*%'here the permittet becomes awarethat it failed to submit relev t f in permit
application, sub inc �t information in a permit application or in any report to the
Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or information.
9. 7 t
The permirtee shah report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional
office of the Division as soon as passible, but in no case more than 244 hours or can the next
working day following the occurrence or first knowledge ofthe occurrence of any of the
folio ` s-
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which resultsin the discharge of
significant amounts of wastes which art abnormal in quantity or ch terist c, such as the
dumping of the contents of a sludge digester, the knovm passage of a slug of hazardous
substance throijgh the facility, or any other unusual circumstances.
. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater ttatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resultingnsulting in a by-pass
directly to receiving waters without troatmont of all or any portion of the influent to such
station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a Vnimn report in letter form
within 5 clays following first knowledge of the occurrence.
10. AvailablEtv
Except for data dettrmincd to be confidential under NCOS 143-215.3(a)(2) or Section.. 308 of
the Federal Act,'33 USC 118, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be
available, for public inspection at the effaces of the Division of Environmental ManagemtnL As
mquircd by the Act, effluent data shall not e consid confidential.Knowingly m `ng any
false statement o y such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided
for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or in Section 09 of the Federal Act.
The {lean 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 $1 ,000 per
violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by bath.

FART III
4 R REQUIREMENTS
MENTS
A. Cp.. ,.
No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions to acid to the plant! s treatment
capacity or to change the type of process utilized at the treatment plant shall be begun until
Final Flans and Specifications have been submitted to the Divisionof Environmental
Management and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been issued.
B. Qtg end oiaort
e permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Environmental
Management, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the
compliance of this NPD S permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
C. ChanChanaes in Discharges f TgAig 511h5lLng
The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to
believe:
a.That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a
routine or frequent basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that
discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug 1);
(2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (20 ug/1) for acrolein and acr lonitril g five
hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1) for .-dinitrophe of and for 2-methyl- . a_
dinitrophenol, and one milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony;
) Five () times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the
permit applications
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 fallowing "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (50 /1);
(2) One milligram per liter (1mg/1) for antimony;
() Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the
permit application.
D. Reouirement to Continuallyv 1 Alternatives to Wastew r Discharges
The permittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the
most environmentally sound alternative of the reasonably east effective alternatives. If the
facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the NPDES pennit'
or governing rules, regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit a report in such form d
detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plain of action within
sixty (60) days of notification by the Division.

Part M Permit No. NCO05808
E. ` The facility discharges into a stream with 7Q'1()f3OQ2=0 efs. Removal of discharge is
recommended if a more environmentally sound alternative is available at an economically
reasonable cost. An engineering report evaluating alternatives to discharge is due 180 days pries to
permit expiration along with the permit renewal application. As part of the report, the cost of
constructing a treatment plant at the discharge paint to meet limits of 5 mg/1 B4 75, 2 mg/l N113 as
, 6.0 m l DO d 17.0 gg/l chlorine should also be included if there are no feasible alternatives
to a surface discharge. Upon review of the results of the engineering report, the Division retains
the right to reopen and modify this NPDES permit to require removal of the discharge or to revise
the permit limitations within a specified time schedule.'

PARTrV
ASTERING AND CONTLIANCE MONITORING FEE REQUIRENENTS
A. The perminee must pay she annual"niste " dcompliance,monitoring fee 30
( ) days after being bided by the Division. ailure to pay she fee timely manner in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action t
revoke the permit.

srn��RECEIVED,
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AStCYAOr ft""N"tNTAL AA j
MAR PI 1989
A SVILL
&EMNAL QffQ
State of North Carolina
Dep"'artment of Natural Re ources and Community Development
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James . Martin, Cc�vernor
William W Cobey, Jr., Secretary March 20, 1989 R. Paul Wilms
Director
Mr. Charles Wilbraham
PO Box 668583
Charlotte, NC 2826
Subject: Permit No. NCO058084
Cough Econ, Inc.
Dear Mr. Wilbraham: Mecklenburg County
In accordance with your application for discharge permit received on October
18, 1988, we are forwarding herewith the subject State - NPDES permit. This permit is
issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143- 15.1 and
the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection
Agency dated December 6, 1983.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in
this permit are unacceptable to you, you may request a waiver or modification pursuant
to Regulation 15 NCAC 2B .0508(b) by written request to the Director identifying the
specific issues to be contended. Unless such request is made within 30 days following
receipt of this permit, this permit shall be final and binding. Should your request
be denied, you will have the right to request an ad,jud.catory hearing.
n,__}
e take notice that this permit is not transferable. Part II, D.3.
1e requirements to be followed in case of change in ownership or contx
'ge'.
permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits
required by the Division of Environmental Management or permits requ
ion of Land Resources, Coastal Area Management Act or any gather Feder
mental permit that may be required.
x have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Mr. David'
lepfhone number 91 f 733-:508, ,
S ncer;91 "
i. RPaul Wilms
Patrick, EPA
NNUMMINN"We
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone]
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Permit No. NCO058084
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL artn"nrr0 filln e^&'t .1.. -- .
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTA
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4AGEMENT
IER THE
NATION
Gough Econ, Incorporated
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
NCSR 1628
West of Charlotte
Mecklenburg County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Catawba liver in
Catawba River Basin e
In accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and o
conditions set forth in Parts 1, 11, and III hereof.
This permit shall become effective April 1, 1989.
This permit and the authorizatinn t-
1, 1994.wcau a tf"&P-r-- aL mianigtit or,
day March 20, 1989. 06 '10'r�einaf Sign*d fly
For UR Motjeropy
R. Paul Wilms, Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management C(

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Permit No. NC 05808
SUPPLEMENT To PFRMIT COVER SHEET
Gough Econ, Incorporated
is hereby authorized to:
I. Continue to operate a wastewater treatment facility consisting of a septic
tank, dosing tank, surface sand filter, effluent tablet chlorination and
cascade reaeration located at Gough Econ, Incorporated can NCR 1628 went of
Charlotte in Mecklenburg County (See Part III of this Permit), and
. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the
attached map into an unnamed tributary to Catawba .River which is
classified class "WS-III" haters in the Catawba River Basin.

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"EFFLMXr LIMITATIONS AND 140NIlDRING
QUI S FinalDuring NPDES No, NC005S08�+
thePeriodbeginningon the effective date of the Permit d I
Fe ittee- is authorized to discharge from out all( serial number(s) asting d ni. or d by the pe itteeuntil expiration,
the
specified. el 001. Such discharges shall be limited
Effluent gcteristics .
Discharge L" itatio
Monitor' Re it
Lbis
s da her its eci
Mont Av Weekl Av Monthly A�rg Weed Av Measurement
le
Flow Fr c' tiom
BUD, SDay, 20 Degrees C 0.0012 MGD Weekly
1 Instantaneous I or E
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 m
g1 ' .� . 0 mgt 1 2/monthGrab 3 as N 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/l 2/meant
Dissolved Oxygen (minimum)Grab E
Fecal Coliform 16.0 m /l 4.0 g/1 2/month Grab E
(geometric mean) 6.0 mg/l 6.0 g/1 Weekly Grab E, U, D
Total Residual Chlorine 1000.0/100 ml 2000.0/100 ml 2/month Grab
Temperature Daily Grab E, C' D
Conductivity Grab
Grab E
E, U, D
Weekly Grab'
, D
fluent, U Upstream above the discharge point,
below the discharge point.
is nor greater than ,0 standard units
d shall be
.ble foam in other than trace
Y amounts.

Sule of Compliance
discharges in accordance with the MY
Permittee shall comply with Final EM
date of the permit.
to operate the existing faWlitieS At OPUMMM
case, the notice shall include the cause of noncompliance, any re
actions taken, and the probability of meeting the next schedule
requirements.

SEC'
1.
.
S.
Part II
Page 1 of 14
PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
ION A. GENERAL CONDITION
Lit tca Comtaly
The permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit
noncompliance constitutes a violation of the Clean Cater Act and is grounds
N II .. M-0
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®ne the nature and impact of the noncomplying discharge.
>ortunity for a hearing, pursuant to NC S I4 - 15e1(b)
;A(e) respectivel , this permit may be modified, suspended,
or in part curing its term tear cause inciu tang, taut not
.lowing:
my terms or conditions of this permit;
permit by misrepresentation -car failure to disclose fully
'acts;
ry condition that requires either a temporary or permanent
elimination of the authorized discharge; or
> the Permit Issuing Authority. The submittal of a new application

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may be required of the permittee. 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 noncompliances, :does not stay
any permit condition.
. 'Toxic Pollutants
_. _ __ . , 1 ., U.11"14-x ,
ion
this
ished
he
,itions,
:Tit.
I
:d
.ties
the
be temporarily suspended.
,iabilit
the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily
hts
e of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real'
private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
nt of Federal, State or local lags or regulations.

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9. C} Offshore Construction
ie permittee shall at all times maintain in good wording order and operate
a efficiently as possible all treatment or control facilities or systems
istalled or used by the permittee to achieve compliance with the terms
id conditions of this permit,
red to halt or Reduce not a Defense
shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it
auld have been necessary to halt or reduce the permitted activity in
-der to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit.
spas s ing
►y diversion from or bypass of facilitiesis prohibited, except (i) where
tavoidable:to prevent loss of life or severe property damage, or (ii)
were excessive storm drainage or runoff would damage any facilities
�cessary for compliance with the effluent limitations and prohibitions of this
srmit All permittees who have such sewer bypasses or overflows of this
scharge shall submit, not later than six months from the date of issuance
this permit, detailed data or engineering estimates which identify.
The location of each sewer ;system bypass or overflow;
e frequency, duration and quantity of meow from each sewer system
bypass or overflew.

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This requirement is waived where infiltration/inflow analyses are scheduled
to be performed as part of an Environmental Protection Agency facilities
planning project.
qlu e permittee shall report by telephone to either the ^^*^'�-°' ^^ ^�
appropriateregional office of the Division as soon E
no case more: than. 24 hours or on the next working da
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of ar
bypass of facilities.
4. P sets'
"Upset" means an'exceptional incident in which there
temporary noncompliance with technology based permit
because of factors beyond the reasonable control of t
does not include` noncompliance to the extent caused 1
improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate;
lack of preventive maintenance, or careless or impro
witn sucn r cnnoiogy Dasea permit
122.41(n)(:) are met.
5. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash,
treatment or control of wastewater
possible, but in
Following the
division from or
5 unintentional and
Eflent limitations
permittee. An upset
t
thee pollutants removed in the course o
all be disposed of in accordance with
to prevent any pollutant from such.
State or navigable waters of the United
res
ae is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required
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ctrial power failures either by means of alternate power
generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
p RECORDS
n lin
and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be
the volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples
stir of the discharge over the entire period which the sample
All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in
nd,'unless otherwise specified , before the effluent joins or is
y other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points
changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
city.

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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 (DM) Form
(DEM No. MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM,
postmarked no later than the 30th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the
permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following
the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other
reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
Post Office <Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
3 Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted
scientific practices shall be selected and used to insure the accuracy and
reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to insure that the
accuracy of the measurements are consistent with the accepted capability of
that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows
with a maximum deviation of less than + 10% from the true discharge rates
throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Once -through condenser
cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as
specified in Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump
curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC
o
5 for TaTppLing
i WnfAr Ante nrnAridog that Anv nArnnn whn fAlsifips_ tamnars with. or
maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, by punished by a fine of
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than
six months per violation, or by both.

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6. Records Retention
All records and information resulting from the monitoring activities required b
this permit including all records of analyses performed and calibration and
maintenance of 'instrumentation and recordings from continuous monitoring
instrumentation shall be retained for a minimum of three(3) years by the
permittee. Thisperiod of retention shall be extended during the course
of any unresolved litigation or if requested by the Division of Environmental
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this
permit, the permittee shall record the following information:
a. The exact place, date, and time of sampling;
b. The dates the analyses were performed;
C. The person(s) who performed the analyses; and
d. The results of such analyses.
S» Right of Entry
The permittee shall allow the Director of the Division of Environmental
Management, the Regional administrator, and/or their authorized representatives,
upon the presentations of credentials:
a. To enter upon the permittee's premises where an effluent source is located
or in which any records are required to be kept under the terms and
conditions of this permit, and
9b. At reasonable times to have access to d copy any records required to be
kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; to inspect any
monitoring equipment or monitoring method required in this permit; and
to sample any discharge of pollutants.
SECTION D. REPORTINq_jKQqjRgNgNjS
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
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isions, production increases, or process modifications which will resi

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in new, different, or increased discharges of pollutants must be reported by
submission of a new NPDES application or, if such changes will not violate
the effluent limitations specified in this permit, by notice to the DEM of
2.
,s. Following such notice, the permit may be modified to specify
iny pollutants not previously limited.
Lp-2r Control
'ransferable. In the event of any change in name, control
permit and of the need to obtain a permit in the
A copy of the letter shall be forwarded to the
urements
limitations which require averaging of measurements shall
report by telephone to either the central office or the
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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
sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance
through the faci'lit
.
An
th
or
C.
An
re
of
7.
>n to believe:
t'notificatic
(1) One hum
or any other unusual circumstances.`
re, due to known or unknown reasons, that render
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Authority as soon. as it knows o
mir urhi h wmild rogii1t- it t-hp
discharge will exceed the highest of the following
wvelst°'
l micrograms per liter (10 ug/1);
l micrograms per liter (200 ug/l) for acrolein and
.le: five hundred micrograms ner liter (5 0 u /1)
for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol;'and one
milligram per liter (1 mg/1) forantimony; o
(3) Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that
pollutant(s) in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which could result in any
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(listed at 40 CFR S 122, Appendix D. Table II and III) 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 ug/1);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony; or
(3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that
pollutant(s) in the permit application.
8. Expiration of Permit
9
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit I
Authority shall be signed and certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer.
purpose of this Section, a responsible corporate officer
2� 1 at s eq.
suing
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 h�
responsibility for the overall operation of the regulated facilil
activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a wf

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well field, superintendent ' a position of equivalent responsibility,
or an individual or position having overall responsibility for environ-
mental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative
may thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a
named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
C. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of
this section shall making the following certification:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments
were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system
designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the
information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who
manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the
information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
believe, 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."
10. Availability of R
ge�rts
A-�­-1--A 4­ 1— Mf�4�0 41-1 I)-tr 13t_%
�3-ZE),Ikb) tz) or In ZSection 3U�f ot the Federal Aet.
Falsificatioa__2f_Reports
�r Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false
punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonma
for not more than six months per violation, or by both.
SECTION E. DEFINITION
1. Permit Issuing Authoritv
The Director of the Division of Environmental Management.
2. DEM or Division -
Means the Division of Environmental Management, Department of Natural
Resources and Community Development.

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3. M:
Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Act or "the Act"
e federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, a
amended, 33'UC 1251, et. seq.
5. 44ssjDay Measurements
a. The "monthly average discharge: is defined as the total mass of all
daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar month on
which daily discharges are sample and measured, divided by the number
of daily discharges samples and/or measured during such month. It is
therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of the
pollutant found each day of the 'month and then dividing this sum by
the number of days the tests were reported'. The limitation is
identified as "Daily Average" or "Monthly Average" in Parr I of the
permit.
b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of
all daily discharges sampled and./or measured during the calendar week
(Sunday -Saturday) on Which daily discharges are sampled and measured,
divided by :the number of daily discharges samplesand/or measured
during such week. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by
adding; the weights of pollutants found each day of the week and then
dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were reporters. This
limitation is identified a "Weekly Average" in Part "I of the permit.
C. The "maximum daily discharge" is the total mass (weight) of a
pollutant discharged during a calendar day. If only one sample is
taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant calculated from
it is the "maximum daily discharge." This limitation is identified as
"Daily Maximum," in Part I of the permit.
d. The "average annual discharge" is defined as the total mass of all
daily discharges sample and/or measured during the calendar year on
which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number
of daily discharges sampledand/or measured during such year. It is,
therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of
pollutants found each day of the year and then dividing this sum by :the
number of days the tests were reported. This limitation is defined as
"Annual Average" in Part I of the permit.

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--entration Measurement
The "average monthly concentration," other than for fecal coliform
bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations of all daily discharges
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ly discharges
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to the
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r uLner bimiLs in rarL i or Lne permit.
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filulua�L fivuLagu UIIUUI
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permit.

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her Measurements
Flow, (MD): The flew limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours
averaged monthly. it is determined as tae aritftmetic mean
daily flaws recorded during the calendar month.
neous flaw measurement` is a measure of flow taken at the time
when bath the sample and flaw will be representative of the
rge.
manually.
9. Calculationof Means
a. Arithmetic Mean: The`arithmetic mean of any set of values is the
of the individual values divided by the number of individual valuf
i to be one (1) .
>y Flow 'value: Weighted by flow value means the summation of
:.icon times its respective flow divided by the summation of the
Mows.

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endar lay
XUR ill or Lue tvlean weer ACL.
k of
the Clean Water Act.

A. Previous
All previous State water quality permits issued to this facility, whether for
construction or operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this
permit. Ile conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit
authorizing discharge under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination
System govern discharges from this facility.
B. Construction
No construction of wastewater treatment factlities or additions thereto shall
be begun until Finol Plans and Spocificaticris havc been submitted to the
Division of Environmental Management and written approval and A"thorizntlon
to Construct has been Issued.
C. Certified Pptrato
Pursuant to Chapter 90A of North Carolina Goneral Statutes, the permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in responsible charge
of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such operntor must hold a certification
of the grade equivAlent to or greater than the classification assigned to the
wastewater treatment facilities.
LA
The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of
Environmental Management, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required
to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current
groundwater standards.
This permit shall be modified or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to comply
ued or approved:
ontains different conditions or is otherwise more stringent than any
ffluent limitation in the permit; or
ontrols any pollutant not limited in the permit.
rmit as modified or reissued under this paragrnpb sball also contain any
other requirements in the Act then applicable.

Part III
Permit No. NCO058084
F. Toxicity Reopener
This permit shall be modified, or revoked and reissued, to incor orate toxicity
limitations and monitoring requirements in the event toxicity p
testing or other
studies conducted on the effluent or receiving stream i dicate that detrimental
effects may be expected in the receiving stream as a resnult of this discharge.
G. The permittee shall properly connect to an operational publicly owned
wastewater collection system within 180 days of its availability to the site,
if the facility is in noncompliance with its permit effluent limitations for
three consecutive months.

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Permit No. NCO
Gough Eco , Incorporated
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Flow
BOD, 5Day, 20 Degrees C
Total Suspended Residue
Nff 3 as N
Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - In,-
n - 1)nwn--tropm Annrnvimn-l-al-vT 9nn -F+ 1
SEMI
Weekly
Instantaneous
I
or E
45.0 mg/l
2/month
Grab
E
45.0 mg/1
2/month
Grab
E
24.0 mg/l
2/month
Grab
E
6.0 mg/1
Weekly
Grab
E,
U, D
il 2000.0/100 ml
2/month
Grab
E,
U, D
Daily
Grab
E
Weekly
Grab
E,
U, D
Weekly
Grab
U,
D
t, U - Upstream
above the
discharge point,
the discharge point.
��r greater than 9.0 standard units and
shall be

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Longitude: 8 (
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No.: F 15 SW
November 9, 1988
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to .
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°th Carolina 28266'
telephone number
located at the
Son xoaa west or
)ad S'. R. 1628)) .
2211
t 2711
to Catawba River
siication• C
:r Basin and Subbasin No. 3-8-4
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There are no known downstream users or disc
the stream.

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PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARG
1. Type of wastewater: 100% Dc
0% In
a. Volume of Wastewater:
b. Types and quantities of
C. Prevalent toxic constit
d. Pretreatment Program (F
2. Production Rates (industrial
N/A
3. Description of Industrial Pr
Applicable CFR Part and Subr
) TREATMENT WORKS
�c
�ial
� MGD
Lstrial wastewater: N/A
in wastewater: N/A
only): N/A
,harges only) in Pounds:
(for industries only) and
N/A
Sam=
removed by a septage hauler as needed.
Treatment Plant Classification: Class I
SIC Code(s): Unknown
Wastewater Code(s): 02
IT III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
Is this facility being constructed with Constructiox
Funds (municipals only)? N/A
Special monitoring requests: N/A
Additional effluent limits requests: N/A
Other: N/A
IT IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The existing 0.0012 MGD wastewater treatment plant i
-aiions/aay/person tne totai riow is izuv gpa wnicn
.mum permitted flow.
The original Permit states the receiving stream aE
.med tributary to Paw Creek, whereas it is actually
med tributary to the Catawba River.

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It is recommended that the NPIES Fermin he renewed.
Signature of Report Pre,
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tATIONAL POLLUTA T DISCHARGE ARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM APPLICATION NU
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE-� S� R°l FORM FOR
AGENCY
USE BATE RECEIV
To be filed only by persons engaged in manufacturing and mining. �
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AND
Do not attempt to complete this form before reading acconIpanying instructions
Please print or type°r
1. Name, address, location,; and telephone number of facility producing disAarce
A.
6. Mailing address
1. Street address P.O. Box 668583
2. City Charlotte 3, State North Carolir
4. County M le bur S. Zip 28266
C. Location:
1. Street 9400 N. Lakebrook Road
. City Charlotte 3. County Mecklenburg
4. State 4
D. Telephone No 704 3-- 50
Area
Code
2. sic fa'
(Leave blank) ocrIj
3. Number of employees 4 8
"QkIr
It all your waste is discharjeo into a publicly owned waste treatment facility Jlr
and to the best of your knowledge you are not required to obtain a discharge
permit, proceed to item 4. Otherwise proceed directly to item S.
4. If you meet the condition stated above; check here C and supply the information
asked for below. After completing these items, please complete the date, title,
and signature blocks below and return this form to the proper reviewing office
without completing the remainder of the form.
A. Name of organization responsible for receiving waste
B< facility receiving waste.
1. Name
2. Street address
3. City 4. County
5. State 6. ZIP
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7, Maximum amount of principal product produced or raw material consumed per (Check one)
Amount
Basis 1-99 100-199 200-499 500-999 1000_ 5 €00- 10,000
4999 9999 49,999
(1} (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7)
A. Day
8. Month
C. Year
PR E V k0US E0f rION MA..Y t:,V5 USE DUN TIL SUPPL� Y IS VXHA USrr0

♦.x t
nt Ro
Lary Telephon
Post utt ce t' boo-') 5 -..1
Charlotte, North Carolina .8266
Subject: Amendment of WOES Permit No. NC 0058084
Gough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County, N. C.
Dear M. Wilbraham:
There ha:
requirements.
reflecting th,
zis modification will be f
tuber 1, 1984.
amand is made, these modifications shall be final and binding.

IENTS - FINAL
Curing the period beginning
can the effective date and lasting until dxpiration,
the permittee is authorized to
discharge from outfall(s) serial
number(s)ooi.
Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee
as specified below.
Effluent Characteristics Discharq
Cimitatiens
Monitoxin
ate uire nts
Kg/dayKg/day l bs d
Other Uni is
(Specify)
Measurement
Sam e
Sample
Monthl Av ee Av
Munt v
ee v .
r*e'uenc
a
Lo at on
"low
1200 GPD
Weekly Instantaneous
BOD, -]day, 200C
30 mg/l
45 mg/1
2/Month
Grab
E
NH as N
16 mg/l
24 mg/1
Monthly
Grab
E
TSS
30 /1
45 m /l
2/Month
Grab
E
Fecal;Colito (Geometric Dean)
1000/100 ml
2000/100 ml 2/Month '
Grab
E,; 0,
Dissolved Oxygen (Minimum)
5.0 g/l
5.0 mg/1
Weekly
Grab
E U, D
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
E, U,
Residual Chlorine
Daily
Grab
E
-Influent,'E-Effluent, U-Upstream, D-Downstream
rt
-a
Ir
The phi shall not be loss than
6.0 standard units
nor greater
than 8.5 standard
units and
�00 ,
shall he monitored weekly at E
by grab samples.co
There shall be no discharge of
floating solids or visible foam
in other .than trace amounts.
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DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL
CN^�
North .r i art n r I
MANAGEMENT
Resources1 itDevelopment
RerbertF Helms
Director
James B. Hurst, Jr., Governor James A. Summers, Secretary Telephone [phone]
April 2, 184
Mr. Charles Wlbrah
Gough Econ, Inc. k
P. O.,Box 66858
Charlotte, NC, 28266
Subject: Permit No. NCO058084
hough Econ, Inc.
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Wilb
n accordance with your application for discharge permit received
irolina and the U. S.
)83.
discharge.
may be required by the Division of Environmental Management.
testions concerning this permit, phase contact Ms. Helen S.
tone number 919/733-5083.
Sincerely yours,;
{ riF;;,n l Signed By
ORRES ` R. WESTALL
FOR
Robert F . Helms
Ir. Jim Patrick, EPA
P 0, Box 27687 Pialeigh, N i 27611-7687
An Eaual Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

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is
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Permit No.� 14C (JUbdtJb4
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
P E R M I T
To Discharge Wastewater Under the NATIONAL
POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of Nortia Carolina General Statute 143-215.1,
r lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina
onmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control A,
,ed,
Gough Econ, Incorporated
reby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
NCSR 1628
Mecklenburg County
:ers designaTE
utary LO raw CreeK in LH
)ring renuirpmPntq- Anri n
�et forth in Parts I, II, and III hereof-.
!rmit shall become effective April 2, 1984
�rmit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at mid
1989
this day of. April 2, 1984
Original Signed By
FORREST R� WESTALL
FOR
Robert F. Helms, Directo'7-
Division of Environmentai Mana,
By Authority of the Environmen
Management Commission
, as

Permit No. NCO058084
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Gough Econ, Incorporated
is hereby authorized to:
1. Enter into a contract for construction of a wastewater treatment
facility, and
2. Make an outlet into an unnamed tributary to Paw Creek, and
3. After receiving an Authorization to Construct from the Division
of Environmental Management, construct and operate a wastewater
treatment facili'ty consisting of flow splitter, dual 1,000 gallon
septic tanks, a dosing chamber with a single siphon, a surface
Wand filter, effluent disinfection and post aeration facilities
to be located at 1-85 and NCSR 1628 in Mecklenburg County (note
Part III of this Permit), and
4. Discharge from said treatment works into an unnamed tributary to
Paw Creek which is classified Class "C" waters.

tAPii+ �'i rs a 1
Such discharges shall
expiration,
ow
Effluent Characteristics
Discharge imitation
Monitorin
uirements
LqLda
1 da Other -units
(Specify)
Measurement
Sam 1 e
Sam 1 e
Monthly Avg.
,: Week Ment y V
v
re lien
e
Location
1200 GRD
Weekly Instantaneous
E
Flow
20o
30 mg/1
45 mg/l
Monthly
Grab
E,U,D
DOD , Spay,
BOD
1 mg/l
24 mg/l
Monthly
Grab
E
as
00 mg l
45 mg/l
Annually
Grab
E
TSS
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
1000/100ml
5.0
2000/100ml
5.0 mg/l
Monthly
Meekly
Grab
Grab
E,U,D
E,U,D
Dissolved Oxygen (minimum)
mg/l
Semi' -annually
Grab
E,U,D
GOD
Annually
Grub
E
Total Residue
Weekly
Grab
E,U,D
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
Settleable Mauer
Weekly
Grub
E'
Residual Chlorine
I=Influent, E=Effluent,,
U=Upstream, D=Downstr am
n M
The H shall not be less than 6.0 standard units no renter than .5 standard
p
units and
°'
shall monitored
semi-annually at E,U,D by grab
samprle .
.
There <shall be
no discharge of floating solids or
visible' foam` in
other than trace amounts.
'

:.DULE OF COMPLIANCE

,EPORING
ve Sampling
Part I
Permi t No. NC
it.
a Environmental Management Con
im-.2W59M
-eport is cue on # UUP11Cd-Le 5
all other reports required herein, shall be subi
ing address:
Environmental Management
ity Section
� Box 27687
)rth Carolina 27611
Flow, M3/day (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is
24 hour iaverage flow, averaged monthly. It is determined as thi
arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the ca'
month.
Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is tj
summation of the individual values divided by the number of ind,
values.

Part I
Permit No. NC
e. Geometric Mean: The geometric an of any set of values is the
Nth root of the product of the individual values when N is equal
to the number of individual values. The geometric an is equiva-
lent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of
the individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric
mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one
f. Composite Sample: A "composite sample" is any of the following:
(1) Not less than four influent or effluent portions collected
at regular intervals over a period of 24 hours and composited
in proportion to flow. 1
(2) Not less than four equal volume influent or effluent portions
collected over a period of 24 hours at intervals proportional
to the flow.
(3) An influent or effluent portion collected continuously over
a period of 24 hours at a rate proportional to the flow.
g. Grab Sample: A "grab sample" is a single influent or effluent
portion which is not a composite sample. The sample(s) shall be
collected at the period(s) most representative of the total discharge.
Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC
regulations published pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143-215.63 et seq, The
Water and Air Quality Reporting Act, and to regulations published pursuant
to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act,
As Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136.
5. Recording Results
The exact place, date, and time of sampling;
The dates the analyses were performed; and
The person(s) who performed the analyses.

PART
Penmi t No. NC`
C. Additional Monitoring by Peittee
. +.. f Ik s _ _ ...__.. .v .. A
more frequent monitoring or the monitoring of ether pollutants net
required in this permit by written notification.
. Records Retention
All records and information resultinq from the monitoring activities
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unavoidable to prevent loss of life or severe property damage, or
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rol facilities;
rps it Part I.
shore Construction
any navigable waters.

PART I I
Perri t No. NC
5. Toxic Pollutants
Notwithstanding Part II, above, if a toxic effluent standard or
prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such
effluent standard or Prohibition) is established under Section 3a
of the Art fnr A tnyi " n^IIi#+;%n+ wh4r nv% e n +ha Mer-hv-na znA
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33 USC 1319.

PART II
Permit No NC
Df Permit

PART
Permi t No. NC
PreviousB. its
All previous State waterquality permits issued to this facility*
whether for construction or operationdischarge,
by issuance f this pemit. The conditions, requi t and
provisions it authorizing i r is
1 l; t i l i i ti t s s
from Dili
C. Construction
_-1 AJ

STAFF REPORT AND R C
Part 1 - INSPECTION OF PROPOSED WASTEWATER TF
1. a, Place visited:: Gouge Econ, Inc
b. Mailing Address: Past Office 3
Charintte, Nor Tn karat Ind 40LOO
Mecklenburg Cdunt
2. Date of Investigation; 15/34 gate of Report: 1/9/34
3. By: Carr�y C. Coble
4. a. Person contacted: Fir. Torn Cox, Consultant Engin
b. Phone No, 703PP-4501
5 Gi rdc inn to site: Thp nrnnnzpd fArilitv i c, fn hp
southwest corner of 1-85 a
the end of Lakebrook Road
5. a� The coordinates to the
Latitude:' 350 15'15
Longitude: 800 54' 5"
. USGS' Quad No.: F 15 St
74 Size (land available for e
area available for'locatioi
3 acres).
1528 ) .
dd point of effluent dis
,.
attached map)
proposed tacitity is not iocateo in the Ttooa pia
:ti on of nearest dwell i no Currently there are no
from the site
Receiving Stream: Unnamed tributary to Paw Creek
a. Classification: "C"
b. Minimum 7-Day, 10-Year discharge at site: C cfs
c. River, Basin and Sub -Basin No. Catawba C -CS 4
DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED TREATMENT FACILITIES
Existing Facilities: The applicant proposes to construct
1GG wastewater treatment facility consisting of a flow' p'
1tier, -effluent tablet`chlnrination' arid- a
D osed system will treat the domestic wast
as. There will be no industrial waste in
:ompany only assembles material

Page Two
,rt III - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Performance Evaluation- Effluent limitations assigned to this site
are listed as follows:
Parameter Limitation
Flow 0.0012 MOD
BOD 5 30 mg/1
NH as N 16 mg/1
TSB30 mg/1
Ettwent D. u. kminimum)
pH
0 & M Evaluation: Given or
1000/100 M1
5 mg/1
6.0-8.5 s.u.
tacimies ShoUld be capable ot complying witn tne ass igneo eTT1U(
limitations.
3. Recommendations and/or Special Conditions: It is recommended thal
permit be issued as requested.

hesources N �,ummuruty UUVtNUP1 I ItIl IL
James B, Hunt, Jr., Governor James A. Summers, Secretary
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
October 10, 1984
Mr. Charles F. Wilbraham
Vice-President/Plant Director
Gough Econ, Inc.
Post Office Box 668583
Charlotte, N. C. 28266
Subject: Amendment of NPDES Permit
Gough Econ, Inc.
NPDES Permit No. NC 0058084
Mecklenburg County, N. C.
Dear Mr. Wilbraham:
There have been recent policy changes resulting in new minimum monitorir
requirements. A draft copy of an amended Page M-,3 of the NPDES Permit reflec
1 -1 be advised if t]
s are adopted.
telephone nu er [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Engineer
Enclosure
cc: Mr. Jim Patrick, EPA
Mecklenburg County Env. Health Department
DWR:sju
An rrm-n4nnn'-',nifl, fiffirmpth'a 4,3hl" Pry nfelwr r

A. EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS -
FINAL
During the period beginning on the effective dates and
lasting until expiration,
the ittee is authorized t0 discharge from outf Is serial numberWool.
Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the pemittee as
specified below
7flut Characteristics Ush iitin
tOriu
Ui its
m le
SST
Ot
r
Location, onµhl
'low 1200 i1 0
Weekly Instantaneous
, 5-Day, 200C 30 mg/1.
45 mg/1
2/ Ionth
Grab
E
3 as N 1.6 mg/1
24 mg/1
Monthly
Crab
30 m / .
45 mg/1
2/Month
Gras
cal Colifo (Geometric Mean) 1000/1 0 Ml
2000/100 1
2/Month
Grab
E, 1 , _
ds8ol,v Oxygen (Minimum) 5.0 m /l
5.0 mg/1
Weekly
Grab
E, U , D
'empetature
Weekly k1 y
Grab
E, U, D
.'esidual Ofalori,
Daily
Grab
*—Influent, 1a 1 n, ; U Up s t ream, 11 a e:am

W. TOM COX, P. E., INC.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
E-601 MERCHANDISE MART
"' CHARLOTTE, N. C. 28206
Res. Wes
Dena
May 14, 1984 7044)
prtment of Natural Resources
ommunity Development
n of Environmental Management
: ice Box 27687
North Carolina 7611--76 "7
Mr. A. Et. Hagstrom

North Carolinc
Resources &C
Jarn, s B if , Gov0!11(n
Box
01021M NC i8261 --------- 71;
Dear ——L4i I LAY" a_tIA
)rtment cot Natural E
IWW —
josph VV Cyimony, Secxf,,tary -re�ppt�one 9 19 733 70 115
December 28, 1983
29 083
Q "Jr t: Application for NPDES Permit No.
t�t: g 0 5 ','1 0,13 4
N Mecklenbu Coun ty
Receipt of the toiiawing UQUUM4"
x Application Form
--Engineering Proposal (for propos
Request for permit renewal
Otter
if any of the items listed below
inconplete and the indicated item(s)
— -Application Form (copies enclosE
)FEngineering Proposal (See (b) I -
If the application is not made CorplE
returned to you and may be resubmittc
This application has been assigi
ts is hereby acknowledged:
ed control facilities)
syp �-hprked. the anclication received is
t be received before review can
i attached)
dithin thirty (30) days, it wil
hen carp i.e te.
— m, wninn V Fnwlpr
11 U1 dw U 3. CIM
iit is drafted, public notice must be issu
IN LU LTHMa 0060w-
my coimnentSl, recomnendations, questions or other information n(
ew of the application
i am, by c0PY Of this letter, requesting that our Regional Of
)are a staff report and regarding this discharg,
questions regarding this applicaticn, please contact the revie,
Sincere3v,
TAH"! Olpul
/07 William C. Mills, SuPervisc
Permits and Engineering Uni
Reqional Supervisor
POL L UTRAPIR 1: ITAITWAY04 I'S
" CH,PTQS7 Haw9h, % Z 27611 7667
An Equol opportu.,7jty: Affirannive Action Emplo�,er

TOM
W. , P. . C.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
EE-501 MERCHANDISE MART
CHARLOTTE, N, C. 28205
77 102 ties. Westpori
Denver,
a7 /-:
3 ineer
rge
Years truly,
W. TOM COX, E # ,
m Tom Cox

'IOR`I'H AROLINA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY i�RVRI�C}l?MEN,r
IV1"Tc N I IRt NT L A NBC FNI ,P.O. BOX 27687, R EIC11, NC 2761:
NATIC}NA PtJ! EtJTANT CiI C ARGEEl IM NATI N SYSTEM APPLICATION NUMBER
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM C FOR
AGENCY
USE GATE RECEIVED
To be filed only by persons engaged in manufacturing and miming
YEAR Mo. DAY
Do not attempt to complete this form before reading accompanying instructions
Please print or type
1. Name, address, location, and telephone number of facility producing discharge
Am Name GOUG EC i N
8. Mailing address
1 Street address
2 City Charlotte 3. State North Carolina
4 County 5. ZIP '"Ii
Cx Location:
1 Street
2 tatty Charlotte 3. aunty eeklen
4 State 0—r—t
D. Telephone No. 704 - 4501
Area
Code
2, SIC
(Leave blank)
3. Number of employees 4
If all your waste is discharged into a publicly owned waste treatment facility
and to the 'best of your knowledge you: are not required to obtain a discharge
permit. proceed to item 4. Otherwise proceed directly to item 5.
4. If you meek the condition stated above, check here o and supply the information
asked for below. After completing these items, please complete the date, title,
and signature blocks below and return this form to the proper reviewing office
without completing the remainder of the form,
A. Name of organization responsible for receiving waste N/A
B. Facility receiving waste.
1. Name 11i
2. Street address
3> City 4, County
5< State 6. ZIP
5. 0 Principal product, o raw material (Check one)
Y,. Principal process Equipment e 1 (no process water)
7, Maximum amount of principal product produced or raw m tcri{i1 c,ortsumed per (Check one)
Amount
Basis 1-99' 100-199 00-499 500-999 ]UOO- 500 - I ,0()0- 50,000
4999 9999 49,999 or mnre
(I}: (2) () (4) (5) (6) (7) (B)
A, Oy N
8Month N/A
N ,
i�F+E VrOtj5 E:r)iTtON MAY :HF- i.iSr..D UNTO:r- itJPPI:N, tS EXtIt, UST rE7

Discharge per
operating day 0.1.999 100
(1)
A, Sanitsry, daily
average.
B. Cooling water, etc.
daily average
0
r'odittrd or rnw walvrl�cl c,m'mmvd..rr°lirrri"+•«i
c.k trout•) :
barrels D.0 bushels E.o square feet
its N.0 other, specify
l year 74 , or
rs:
3,0 March 4,0April 5.0 May 6.oJune
September 10,o October 11.0 November 12.0December
I .0 1 2.0 2-3 3.ar4- 4. o 6-7
urface waters only (check as applicable)
Volume treated before
ow, gat tons per operating day discharging (percent)
«4999 5000-9999 10,000- 50,000- None 0.1T30- 65- 95-
4g,999 or more 29.94.9 100
2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (9) (10)
25
C. Process water,
daily average 0
C?_ Maximum per operat-
ing day for total
dischar e (all t 'es)
11, if any of; the three types
are discharged to places o
Waste water is
discharged to:
t;
1.125
—_—L— ____j
ate identified in - item 10, either treated or untreated,
than surface waters, check below as applicable.,
t
Lowly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring d
ited or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of
.menting that Article, shall. be guilty of ca misdemean
00, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or l
tashmente by a fine of not snore than ;10;;000 or imprisc
(4) (5)
r• °' "ode' .d
6 or more
on who knowingly makes
n, record, report, plan,
or regulations of the
falsifies, tampers with,
hod required to be
ronental Afars;
able by a fine
(18 U.S.C. Sec
t more than 5

W. TOM COX, P. E., INC.
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
EE-501 MERCHANDISE MART
CHARLOTTE, N. C. 28205
Ph. 7 4/377- 102 Fier: Westport -Lake Norman
Denver, N. C, 28037
704/483-517
December 20, 1983
1w ,�
N.C. Department of Natural Resources
and Community Development
Division of Environmental 'Management �LJVT',
Pest Office Box 2'77vu
Raleigh, North Carolina 27 11--768
TT H. Dale Crisp, P.E., Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
RE: Wastewater Disposal System
Gough Econ Incorporated, Owner
1-85 at Sam Wilson Road
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, N.C.
Dear Mr. Crisp:
You will find enclosed two () copies of plans,
including; specification and design data, for reference
proposed 'facility;.
A written request for "Authorization toConstruct",
signed by the Owner, is also detached.
By copy of this correspondence one (1) copy of the
plane is being transmitted to Mr. Burry Cable of your
Regional Office in Mooresville, North Carolina.
We await your review and subsequent approval. Should
there be any questions, suggestions or chances required in
the plans please call us.
Yours truly,
W. TOM COX, . . , INC.
W . Tom Cox
Enclosures
cc: tpr. . Darr Coble
t

jJ,Lt::J,ICLf-t::U IJY W. ILAR r.r�. I .LIIU. t I—UIU:>LLLL-UI,3 1, ICLL-LVL-L-t',r
No Carolina, datr 19, 1983, attached herewith.
We are mst anxious to proceed with construction of our
manufacturing plant addition which awaits your approval of this
wastewater disposal system.
Your early attention to and subsequent approval of our
request will be mst gratifying.
Yours truly,
GOUGH EC
G.T.
lle'z 'ti.tfuf vVI 'TrI �A &rronnswriv F N(',t ANO . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A FIE t AC

PPPPPF
TOM COX,
INC
.„tit, ta.. , a` N'}A..`` P. * , .
CONSULTING ENGINEERS
EE•601 MERCHANDISE MART
CHARLOTTE, N. C. 28205
4512 Res: Westport - Lake Norman
Denver, N, C. 28037
November r 1983 704/483-5 17
r
North Carolina Department of Natural Resources
and Community 'Development
Environment Management Commission
919 North Main Street
Mooresviller North Carolina 28115
TTN D. RexGleason, .E.
RE Gough Econ, Inc.
Wastewater Treatment & Disposal
Dear Rex:
You will find attached two 2 copies of a: section of
.nt of discharge for reference facility.
:water
lermit has already been
,mponents is scheduled
delivery.
iest p a i le te.
Your usual prompt attention to this matter will be
ost gratifying.
If you wish us to accompany you on your visit the
ite, please call tea
Yours truly,
W. TOM COXr P.E.r INC.
W. Tom Cox, P.E.
nclosures

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