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S. DANI L SMITH NORTH CAr2€ UNA
Director Environmental Quality
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April 21, 2020
John Huber, Operations Chief
Charlotte Water
5200 Brookshire Blvd
Charlotte, NC 2821E
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2020-LV-0307
Permit No. NCO084549
Franklin WTP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Huber.
A review of the February 2020 Discharge Monitoring Report (D R) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below.
Li It Ex eedan a Violal1iarJs3c
Sa le Limit Reported
Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation
002 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 2/2' /2020 30 42.7 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (CO 0)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of a
continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent ( C).
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If you have any questions concerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, pleas
Mooresville Regional Office at 704-66 -1699.
Sincerely,
Docu ig cd by
W. Corey Basinger, Regional Sup
Water Quality Regional Operatior
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCI
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April 4, 2010
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Mr. Wes ,Bell
Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Center Avenue
Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 2311
Gear Mr. Bell:
I hope you are doing well. This letter is to document an issue we experienced in our
residuals treatment process at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant around 10.30 a.m.
on Tuesday morning (4/2). As I shared with you in our phone conversation yesterday
(4/3), we had a 6" thickener blowoff cap rupture during thickener switch out. As the
operator was adjusting the vlving to begin feeding the belt filter press from the full
thickener, we believe the increased head caused the PVC thickener blowoff cap to
rupture. The operator immediately notified maintenance staff to begin repairing the
problem. Within 10 minutes of the issue being discovered, our Operations Coordinator,
Sam Draughn placed a 12" blind flange the ruptured cap and stood on to reduce the
leakage to a trickle until anew cap could be installed. We conservatively estimate that
2-400 gallons of residuals leaked onto the ground during the upset, which flowed
downhill into a storm grata, directing the spillage into the field located behind the alum
residuals building at Franklin. Our maintenance group quickly installed the new PVC
cap.
To avoid a future spill of this nature, we will be replacing the PVC cap with a cast iron
cap and riser. This will be scheduled with CLTWs construction engineer.
Respectfully
Gabe Sasser
Operations Manager / Charlotte Water
John Huber (Charlotte Water)
Terry Crowe (Charlotte Water)
Donna Duckworth (Charlotte Water)
Charlotte water 52t;10Brcc,kshite Nvd, Cha''otte, NC 28216 dhanottpwater,Org
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SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number; NOV- 019-LV-0010
Permit No NCO084549
Franklin WTP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Ms. Jarrell:
A review of the November 2018 Discharge Monitoring report (DMr) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below.
LiMit ExceedanrA 3&lationCs <
Sample Limit Reported
Location Parameter Date Value Value Type of Violation
002 Effluent Chlorine, Taal residual 11/13/2018 17 60 Daily Maximum Exceeded
(50060)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any noted problems. The Division of
Water Resources may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional violations. If the violations are of
continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial
construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent (SOC).
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 1 Division of Water Resources
610 East Center Avenue, suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
704-66 -1699

If you have any questions concerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, please contact Wes Bell of the
Mooresville Regional Office at 704-663-1699.
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by
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W. Carey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Mooresville Regional Office - Enforcement File (L.aerfich)
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File (L.aserfiche)
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
704-6-169

a' MCCRORY
Goverwr
DONALD R. BAN DER VAART
Secretary
l+ at rReso urces ?, JA R1 AN
LiifeC't4t:"
March 3, 201
John Huber
Water Supply and Treatment Superintendent
Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities
520 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28216
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Franklin WTP
DES Permit No. NC08454
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Huber;
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection for the inspection conducted at
the subject facility on February 22, 2016 by Mr. Ori Trivia. The cooperation of Donna Duckworth
during the site visit was much appreciated. Please advise the staff* involved with. this NPDES Permit
byforwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
The main areas of concern that were observed during ` the inspection:
1. DMRs must indicate which backup ORC was on site.
2. ORC logs and COC must have QRC name that was on -site for each date.
3. COC need to indicate that sample was preserved on ice.
4. Calibration logs should indicate which machine was used.
5. Thermometer is needed inside the refrigerator to ensure samples are held at an appropriate
temperature.
6. Building where SBS is stored should have MSDS sheet for SBS.
Mooresville Regional Office
Location: 610 East Center Ave., Smite 301 Mooresville, NC 26115
Phone: [phone] \ Fax [phone] \ Customer Service: 1.677-62 -6748
Internet www.nenterquality.org

Sincerely,
Od Tuvia, Environ
Mooresville Re ioi
Division. of Water
cc DES (Derek Denard)
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DEQ

EPA
United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460 OMB No. 2 -0067
Water Compliance Inspection Report Approval expires8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (Le., PCS)
Transaction Code. NPDES yrlmolday Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
2 53 N O084549 111 121 16102122 117 18 191 0 (I
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 81 QA -----Reserved-----m•------•---
67 7 1 1„ 7 7 74 78 8
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For industrial Users discharging to PO , also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date
1P TW name and NPDES permit Numberl 11:00AM 16102/22 16106/01
Franklin WTP
Exit TimelDate Permit Expiration Date
6200 Brookshire Blvd
12:30PM 16102122 20106131
Charlotte NC 28216
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)fritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number($) Other Facility Data
11t
Donna Duckwortht1704-9-24261
Donna Jean Duckworth/DRC1704-399-24261
Name, Address of Responsible Official/rifle/Phone, and Fax Number
Contacted
John C Iduber,5200 Brookshire Blvd Charlotte NC
No
26216/Superintendentl704-359-24261
Section C. Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit a Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Report
Self -Monitoring Program in Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signatures) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Edward Watson MRO GW11/
Qri A Tuvia ,. MRO WQ11704- 63-16991
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/OfficelPhone and Fax Numbers Date
W. Carey Basinger MRO WQ//704-23 5- 194/
EPA Ft 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES
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Permit: NCO084649 Ownar-Facllity: Frankl!nWTP
Inspection Date: 0212712016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Ee—rrmt Yes N2 tL& NE,
(if the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new 0 0 M 13
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit? a 0 El 13
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ONOO
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? a El 0 El
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? 0 0 C1 El
Comment:
Record tree zinc Yes N2 _NA tig
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? 0 El 11 11
Is all required information readily available, complete and current? 0 El 1113
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)? 0 0 0 C1
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? M 0 0 0
Is the chain -of -custody complete? In 0
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs, complete: do they include all permit parameters? 11 El El 11
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? 1) 0 is El
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 2417 with a certified operator 1) 0 0 0
on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current? Q 0 Cl
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification? N 0 C1 13
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification? a 0 13 11
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? a 0 1:1 F1
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? 0 0 M 0
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Permit: NCO084649 Owner - Facility: Franklin V
Inspection Date: 02/2212016 inspection Type: C00*18n'
R2C2rd Keeling
Comment: The records Reviewed Qudng the iMj;
ORC Iggs and; call§LatiL)a logs were Le
December 201 §. .The review ey
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1. DMRs must indicate which backug
2. ORC!og§ and QOC, need to have
3. CDC must indicate that sample WaS
4. Calibration logs should indicate whi,
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I by a certified lab? a 0 1
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# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees M Lj- I
Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees? 0 0 1
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees? 1101
Comment: On site field analyses of PH, Chlorine and temperature, CMUs Environmental Services
Division and Meritech, Inc. (toxigily) preform other pjfluent @n1lysis.
Effluent Sarnoling Yej N 2
Is composite sampling flow proportional? El El
Is sample collected below all treatment units? 0 El
Is proper volume collected? N C1
Is the tubing clean? C1 El
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6,0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type IN 0
representative)?
Comment: The permit re wires effluent grab samples. Thermometer is needed inside the refrigerator to
ensure sarngleg are held at an al2pLoprilte Lempe[ature.
De -chlorination _Yer L No N
Type of system ? Liquid
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (I to 1)? C1 El
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? 11 0
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? 0 0
Comment:
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Permit: NCO084549 owner - Facility: Franklin WTP
Inspection Clue: 02/222016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
©e-chlorination Y s N2 M .
Are the tablets the proper size and type? © 0 W 1:1
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment: SBS li 'uid De -chlorination is used. Building where SBS is stored should have MSDS sheet
for SBS,
C,h2migal Feed Yes No NA N
Is containment adequate?
Is storage adequate? 013
Are backup pumps available? a 0 1 ' 13
Is the site free of excessive leaking? 110 CIO
Commend
Equalization Basins Yes No NA N
Is the, basin aerated?
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment? 0
Is the basin free of excessive grease? ® Q
Are all pumps present? © 0 a 11
Are all pumps operable? © 0 Is Q
Are float controls operable? © 0 0 11
Are audible and visual alarms operable? © 0 0 11
Is basin size/volume adequate? M ❑ 0
Comment. Two sure resins. Receive basin blowdown and WTI' residuals.
Secondary Clarifier Y_e§ No N
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater? N D Q Q
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier? R ❑ Q 11
Are weirs level? a 0 11 11
Is the site free of weir blockage? 0 D 1`
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting? 8 Q El 0
Is scum removal adequate? ❑
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge? a ® 0 Ci
Is the drive unit operational? a ❑
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence) 0 9 0
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Permit.- NCO084549 Owner -Facility: FranklinWTP
Inspection Date: 02/2212016 Inspection Type� Compliance Evaluation
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
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Is the overflow clear of excessive -solids/pin floc?
a
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Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately of the sidewall depth)
0
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Is the equipment operational?
M
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Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
Is storage adequate?
Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters?
Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press?
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Is the site free of excessive moisture In belt filter press sludge cake?
0
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The facility has an approved sludge management plan?
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Are pumps in place?
0
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13
Are there adequate spare parts and supplies on site?
11
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Is right of way to the outlall property maintained?
M
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Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
13
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
11
Cl
0
Comment: Effluent at §oth guffalls appeared to be c1gar qf Loam.
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
N
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Is flow meter calibrated annually?
9
0
11
Is the flow meter operational?
N
El
11
(if units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
C1
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Permit: NCO084649 Owner - Facility: Franklin WTP
Inspection Date: 02/2212016 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Flg& LAjasgr2me!21 - ELfl_ue_nt )Les L4o NA NE
Comment� Flow migter calibrated annually, IqLt calibrated on 4/18L2015.
02erations & Maintengncq Yes No -NA, - NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? N El El 0
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable El El N C3
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: Thg fa!qIlity a2geared to be oMperly operaLe J and maintained gt ft time of the inspection.
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Palnua r27,2016
Wastewater Branch
Water Quality Pennitting Section
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Subject: Delegation of Signature Authority
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
NPDES Permit Number NCO084549
To Whom It May Concern:
By notice of this letter, I hereby delegate signatory authority to each of the folloNNring individuals for all
permit applications, discharge monitoring reports, and other information relating to the operations at
the subject facility as required by all applicable federal, state, and local environmental agencies
specifically with the requirements for signatory authority as specified in 15A NCAC, 2&0506�
Individual #1 Individual #2 (if applicable)
Name: Terry Crowe Jackie Jarrell
Title: Water Plant Supervisor, Sr. Chief Of Operations
Mailing Address- 5200 Brookshire, Blvd 5 100 Brookshire Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28216 Charlotte, Ne 28216
Physical Address: 5200 Brookshire Blvd
(ff different) Charlotte, NC 28216
Email Address: terowe0a ci.cliarlotte.ne us JJarreII(aD,,ci.charlotte.nc. us
Office Phone: [phone] - 391 - 5181
Mobile Phone: 704 - 201 - 3857 704 - 634 - 5430
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please feel free to contact me at
bguIIet(aDci.charlotte.nc.us.
Sincerely,
Barry Gut e
Director, harlotte Water
4222 Wesunont Drive
Citarlotte, Ne 28217
bgu liet(a:D, ci.charlotte, ac.us
704-336-4962
704-621-6280
cc: Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality Pennitting Section

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Tor c.nari=e vvarer. i was Tom Tnai tT was accepcame to send Tn€s zo you oy a -mail ano Enai you wou o rorwaru a copy to
the Raleigh office. If I was misinformed please let me know and I will send hard copies to you and Raleigh via US postal
service.
Randy Hawkins, Utilities Operations; Manager
CHARLOTTE WATER
704-948-6954 Extension 2241 C: 704-201-8344
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North Carolina Department of Environment
Pat McCrory
Governor
August 4, 2015
Mr. John C. Huber, Chief of Operations
Charlotte Water
7980 Babe Stillwell Farm Rd
Huntersville, NC 28078
Subject: Electronic IR
Reports (el)
NPDES Peri
NCO024!
NCO084'.',
Charlotte Wa
Mecklenburg
DearMr. Huber:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
)orting of Discharge Monitoring
R)
ts NCO024937, NCO024945,
0, NCO030210, NCO036277,
7, NCO084549
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merous facilities, Charlotte Water
include the eDMR permit condition,
Division of Water Resources and
,in submitting discharge monitoring
of Charlotte Water.
Division's eDMR application system for the following permitted facilities:
NCO024937 Charlotte -Sugar Creek WWTP
NCO024945 Irwin Creek WWTP
NCO024970 McAlpine Creek
NCO030210 Mallard Creek WWTP
NCO036277 McDowell Creek WWTP
NCO084387 Lee S. Duke WrP
NCO084549 Franklin WTP
NCO069523 Union County - Tallwood Estates WWTP
NCO069841 Union County - Crooked Creek WWTP #2
NCO085359 Union County - Twelve Mile Creek WWTP
NCO085812 Union County - Grassy Branch WWTP
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 612 N, Salisbury St Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 K"
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]Custorner Service: 1-877-623-6748
Intemet: mpncwater.o
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An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Huber
August 4, 2015
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for any misunderstanding you may have had. To further clarify, the following guidance can be
the eDMR webpage:
As a result, ef
eJJM-K to NU DWK as specitied in flart 11, (.ondition D(2) of the NPDES permit. The North
Carolina Division of Water Resources will update eDNM participants when fult compliance with
US EPA's electronic reporting requirements is achieved. Please note that until we are compliant
with EPA's requirements, the printed and signed copies of the eDMR reports will need to be sent
to:
NCDENR / DWR / Information Processing Unit
Attention: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh NC, 27699-1617
If you have questions about this matter, or if we cart be of further service, please contact Derek Denard at
[[e-mail]] or call [phone]�
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41, S. Jay Zir ector
-Division of Water Resources, !,XDENR
he: Central Files NCO024937, NCO024945, NCO024970, NCO030210, NC0036277, NCO084387, NCO084549, NCO069523,
NCO069841, NCO085359, NCO085812
NPDES Program Files NC0024937, NCO024945, NCO024970, NC0030210, NCO036277, NCO084387, NCO084549,
NC0069523, NCO069841, NCO085359, NCO085812
Mr. Ed Goscicki, Public Works Director, Union County Public Works,
500 North Main Street, Suite 500, Monroe, NC 28112-4730
ec: Shannon Sypolt, Charlotte Water [[e-mail]
MRO / Michael Parker [[e-mail]]
MRO / Wes Bell [wes.bell@ncdenr,govj
Richard Fanner [richard,fanner Garnecklenburgeountyne.gov]

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water Quality
fitting Section
October
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Division of Water Resource
WQ Permitting Section
1617 ail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 7 -1 17
Subject: Renewal NPDES Permit NCO084549 n
n Ian VYatr Tre Plant
Mecklenburg County
WQ Permitting Section,
In accordance with our permit we are requesting renewal prior to our expiration date of
May 31, 2016. Enclosed is our N DES Permit ApplicationShort Form C for the renewal of
NCO084649 for the Franklin Water Treatment Plant.
Also attached to the Short Form C are:
Solids Handling Plan
Plaint Flow Schematic
Qutfall /discharge location
Hawkins at 4-201-8344.
Sincerely,
John Huber
Chief of Operations
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
Water Treatment Division
5200 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28216
PH: 704/399-2426
FAX: [phone]

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Mail the complete; application to.
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality r NPDES Unit NOV 0 3 2014
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Water Qt�a1
�ttir►g
NPDES Pe it Number INCO084649
.lf you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up -- flown 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 Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities
Facility Name Franklin Water Treatment Plan
Mailing Address 5200 Brookshire Blvd
City Charlotte
State /Zip Code CJ28216
Telephone Number [phone] X 222
Pax Number (7 )393- 1+6
e-mail Address jhuber@ci.*harlotte.u*.us
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above 10
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County Mecklenburg
3. Operator Informatiow.
Name of the, firm, , consultant or other entity that operas the facility. (Noe that this is not referring to the
Operator in Responsible Charge or QRC)
Name City Of Charlotte
Mailing Address 5200 Brookshire Blvd
Charlotte Charlotte
State / Zip Goole KC/28216
Telephone Number [phone] X 222
Fax Number (704)393«9163
4. Ownership Status:
Federal ` Q State El Private [ 1 Public
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
IPV
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
S. Type of treatment plant:
Conventional (Includes coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation, usually followed by
filtration and disinfection)
El Ion Exchange (Sodium Cycle Cationic ion exchange)
El Green Sandi Filter (No sodium recharge)
El Membrane Technology (RO n ofiltration)
Check here if the treatment process also uses a water softener [
6. Description of source water(s) (i.e. groundwater, surface water)
Surface Water
7. Describe the treatmentprocess(es) for the raw ter:
Raw water storage in -site reservoirs; Initial raw water treatment: Addition
activated r latiwith aluminum lfate, sedimentation, chlorination
S. Describe the wastewater and the treatment rotes (es) for wastewater generated by the
facility:
Spent filter badmash water and basin blow -downs are sent to a surge basin; controlled flow to 2
clarifier n effluent flow istreated with a polymer to floe idsf ling in the carifer
clarifled water is de-Morinated prioro discharge to a tributary to Stewart Creek;i are
transferred to a<residuals basin, pumped to a pair of thickeners, dewatered, i t presms
and removed using a private sollds-handling company.
g. Number of separate discharge points:
utfall Identification number(s) 0
10. Frequency of discharge: Continuous Intermittent El
If Intermittent.-
ays per weekdischarge occurs: Duration:
11. Plant design potable o to 132 MGD
Backwash or reject flow 0.720
12. Name of receiving strew is (Provide a map showing the enact location of each outfall, including
latitude and longitudeft
Tributary to Stewart Creek
13. Please list all water treatment additives, including cleaning chemicals or disinfection
treatments, that have the potential to be discharged.
u aluminum sulfate ; Yes X No
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Iron sulfate / ferrous sulfate Yes No X
Fluoride Yes X No
Ammonia nitrogen / Chlora Ines Yes No x
Zinc -orthophosphate or s eetwater CP1236 Yes No X
List any ether additives below:
Carbon
Lime
Sodium Bisulfite, liquid Linear Phosphate
14. is this facility located on Indian country? (check one)
Yes El No
15. Additional Information:
� Provide a schematic` of flow through the facility, include flow volumes at all points in
e' water treatment process. The plan should[ show the point[s] of addition for
chemicals and all discharges routed to an outfall [including st water[. SEE
ATTACHED
Solids Handling Plan
16. NEW Applicants
Information needed in addition to ate 1-15.
>� New applicants are highly encouraged to contact a permit coordinator with e
NCDZXR Customer Service Center.
Was the Customer Service Center contacted? Yes Q No
> Analyses of source water collected
> Engineering Alternative Analysis
> Discharges from ion Exchange and Reverse Osmosis plants shall e evaluated using a
water quality model.
17. Applicant Certification
Chief Of Overations
'erson Signing Title
icant late
North Ce
d, r4
Article, c
or regula
V application;
nenting that
ter Article 21
25,000, or by
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NPDES lor
IT APPLICATION - SHORT P
For discharges associated with grater treatment giants
Imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both, (18 U.S.G. 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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Franklin Water Plant
Sludge Management Plan
The following is a narrative description of the sludge management plan of the Franklin Water 'Treatment
Plant Alum Residuals Facilities. It describes the flow of the generated water treatment plant alum
residuals and the water used to convey the residuals to the Alum Residuals Facilities.
The Franklin Water Treatment Plant Alum Residuals Facilities processes the accumulated water treatment
chemical precipitate (aluminum sulfate) from the Franklin and Vest Water "Treatment Plants for removal
and clarifies the water associated with this precipitate for discharge. Franklin Water Treatment Plant basin
blowdowns and filter wash residuals are delivered directly by gravity flow to the Alum Residuals
Facilities surge control basins; Vest Water Treatment Plant basin blowdowns and Ater wash residuals are
shipped via tanker true. from Vest to the Alum Residuals Facilities residuals basin.
The Franklin Water Treatment Plant water and solids mixture is temporarily held in two surge control
basins to prevent large surge flows to the clarifiers. Surge control basins effluent water flaw is treated
with a polymer solution as it flows to a pair of clarifiers. The solids that are present floc together and
readily settle in the clarifiers. The clarified water flows over the clarifiers' weirs and is discharged to a
tributary of Stewart Creek.
The solids that have settled in the clarifiers accumulate until they are returned to the residuals basin. The
unthickened'residuals are temporarily held in the residuals basin until they are transferred to a pair of
thickeners. During the transfer, the residuals are treated with another dose of polymer to aid in the settling
of the solids in the thickeners, While the transfer is occurring, any clear water that flows over the
thickeners' weirs is returned to the surge control basins for removal through the clarifiers'.
The residuals solids settle in the thickeners. The thickened residuals are then pumped onto two -meter'
filter belt presses, The solids are treated with a polymer prior to being dewtered on the presses. The press
filtrate flows to a sump pit where the filtrate is pumped to the surge control basins for removal through'
the clarifiers. The 'solids are scraped off the presses and the press cake falls onto a conveyor. The
conveyor delivers the press cake to a waiting trailer. The trailer hauls off the press cake solids to Irwin
Wastewater Plant for storage. At this site the alum sludge is mixed with bite -solids from the City of
Charlotte's Wastewater Plants. The solids are then land applied under the City's Class "" land
application permit ## WQ 000057.
There is a secondary discharge under the same permit that is monitored quarterly. This stream is not part
of the alum residuals process.

Allocco, Marcia
From: Francies, Gary
Senn: Friday, September 12, 2014 9.04 AM
To: Crowe, Terry
Cc: Allocco, Marcia
Subject. RE: Franklin DIOR'
Terry
I understand the concern regarding the sodium arsenite it is listed as toxic — not sure if you noticed the language below
in my <email —there is an alternative chernical -- but it also has potential health issues.
Either thioacetamide or sodiurn Arsenite can be used to remove manganese interference in the DPD method - 4500 Cl
G. This lab was looking for an alternative to the sodium arsenite since it is toxic -the t ioacetamide is only a suspected
carcinogen!
it certainly sounds like your TRC readings are falsely high due to the Mn interference, I'm sure Marcia has discussed with
you the reporting of the data. We always defer to the Regional office on haw they want you to report the data so discuss
with Marcia if you have not already. But in general, we tell folks that per 15A NCAC 213 .0506 b) () (J) you are required
to report all data from your effluent but as l always say you can attach a letter explaining why you think the data i
invalid — and in this case that certainly appears to be the case.
Good news it does not appear to be an tangoing issue and you have identified the source
If there is anything else I can do to help you do not hesitate to follow up have a good weekend
Cary
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From: Crewe, Terry [ma:lto.tcrowe@a ci.charlotte.nc.us]
Sent: Thursday, September 11, 2014 7:00 PM
To: Francies, Mary
Subject: Re: Franklin CaMR
Thanks for getting back with me. We were aware of the method using the arsenic, but are having a hard time getting
our safety people to sign off can this method. A little background can what happened: we drained a treatment mod that
had not been clown for a couple years. We believe the Mn was in the sludge blanket. When we used chlorinated water
to wash clown the sludge the Mn came :out. We ran 8 Mn samples and 8 chlorine samples. The Mn was in the .6
range. As a reference we usually have about .€l7 down to a non detectable. The chorine showed 600 pb. As the Mn
level dropped to the .3 level the chorine dropped to 100ppb. Then today Manganese level was .1 and chlorine was 3
ppb. All our testing leads us to believe it was interference in our testing. As a side note we did check all of our pumps
and our SBS feed. Also the strength of our SBS. All were goad. Phase feel free to contact me if you would like. My cell
number is 704- 01-385 . Again, thanks for the help.
Sent from my iPhone
On Sep 11, 2014, at 5:59 PM, "Francies Cary" cgary.francies@ncdenr. oy> wrote:
Terry
Marcia in our Mooresville Regional office forwarded your email to me and asked if I could provide
technical assistance regarding Mn interference in the Total Residual Chlorine test. I called you earlier
today and left a message. I decided to go ahead and send this information. Below is an email;! put
together earlier when we were dealing with this issue that describes how to perform the analysis when
Mn interference is present. I hope this helps., if you have any questions or want to discuss further feel
free to follow up either by email or give me a call.
Gary
I got a request for explanation for Mn interference in TRC method 4500 Cl G using QP1. Since I had to
write up an explanation I thought I would share it -- may avoid having to reinvent the wheel down the
road. One thing to keep in mind — there is NO method that Mn dues not interfere with —that is in 4500
Cl A (3)(b) "Oxidized forms of manganese at all levels encountered in water will interfere in all
methods..." There are two options to deal with the Mn interference — use of sodium arsenite or
thioacetamide. Hach supplies the sodium arsenite in individual use ampuls — a required buffer and the
sodium arsenite. This lab was looking for an alternative to the sodium arsenite since it is toxic -- the
thioacetamide is only a suspected carcinogen!
Either thioacetamide or sodium Arsenite can be used to remove manganese interference in the DPD
method .. 4500 Cl G. Look at Section (1)(b) — interferences`- it states "see A.3 and F.1.d" and if you look
at 4500 Cl F (1)(d) —the interference section, it states the procedure for using sodium arsenite and then
states "As an alternative to sodiurn arsenite use 0.25 % solution of thioacetamide, adding 0.5 mL to'100
mL sample". And you are correct, 250 mg in 100 mL is a 0,25% solution.
What you actually do - this is true whether you use thioacetamide or sodium arsenite.
1. You analyze a sample with DPD which equals TRC + plus Mn
2

2. Then you analyze a sample with DPD plus sodium arsenite car thiracetarride which equals the
Mn concentration (both chemicals are dechlorinating agents so you end up with the Mn
concentration)
3. Then you subtract answer #2 from answer #1 to get the TRC concentration, that is (TRC+Mn) -
(Mn) = TRC
Another good source for information and the Hach procedure is to look at their methods
Hope this is helpful if you ever run into Mn interference in TRC -- where we have dealt with it most in the
past is at hater Treatment facilities — any questions let me know
Gary
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Alloco, Marcie
Wednesday, September 10, 2014 1:39 PM
To: Francies, Gary
Subject: : Franklin DMl
Mary,
Can you give Terry a call regarding the manganese interference with their TRC analyses'? I know that
standard methods notes a work around for Mn interference but I am unsure if we have a copy here at
MRO since Chet left:
Thanks,
Marcia
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t: Franklin DMR
mod that ha
started draining we saw a spike in our process control chlorine numbers. We started sampling
manganese and saw readings as high as.6 and as low as .01.. We are getting spikes due to draining, the
water. We have ran several manganese test over several days and they show a severe spike in the
manganese. We are also getting spikes in our discharge from 27 ug/I to 600 ug/l . We believe the spikes
to be from manganese interference. All our dechlorination equipment is working and we have no
reason to believe we have elevated chlorine numbers. I will note this on the dmr for September. l
assume you will want me to mark non compliant and just mate the samples we have ran and the
situation we had can the dmr. Is this ok with you?
Terry W. Crowe
Supervisor
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
Cell: (704) 01-385 7
[e-mail]
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Allocco, Marcia
From: Allocco, Marcia
Sent: Wednesday, September 10, 2014 1.43 PM
To: `Crowe, Terry`
Subject: RE: Franklin C7M
Fri Terry,
You are correct that manganese can cause an interference during the TRC analyses. I have asked Cary Francles of our
laboratory certification group in Asheville to contact you as there is a chemical reagent you can add as per standard
methods to knock out the interference but we are without a copy since Chet retired, Gary is out of the office until
Thursday.
For the DMR you would mark non -compliant and then provide and the additional information you have gathered
regarding the possible manganese interference so we can review it when we review any violations that may be
generated by our database.
Regards,
Marcia
From: Crowe, Terry [e-mail]
Sant: Wednesday, September 10, 2014 10:49AM
To: Allocco Marcia
Subject: Franklin DMI
Marcia;
I wanted to inform you that we had interference in our chlorine discharge sample and it showed a false high
reading. We are draining a treatment mod that hasn't been down for a couple years. After we started draining we saw
a spike in our process control chlorine numbers. We started sampling manganese and saw readings as high as.as.6 and as
low as.018. We are getting spikes due to draining the water. We have ran several manganese test over several days
and they show a severe spike in the manganese. We are also getting spikes in our discharge from 27 ug/l to 600 a /l
. We believe the spikes to be from manganese interference. All our dechlorination equipment is working and we have
no reason to believe we have elevated chlorine numbers. I will note this on the dmr for September. I assume you will
want me to mark non compliant and just note the samples we have ran and the situation we had on the dmr. is this ok
with you
Terry W. Crowe
Supervisor
Franklin Water Treatment' Plant
Cell: (704) 201.
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Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvada, Ili
Governor Director Secretary
March 4, 2014
Mr. John Huber
Water Supply and Treatment Superintendent
Charlotte MecklenburgUtilities
5200 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, Forth Carolina 28218
Subject: Notice of Deficiency - Effluent Limitations
Tracking ; N D-2014-LV-0023
Franklin WTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO08454
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Huber:
A review of the November 2013 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed violations of the
following parameter at Outfall 001:
Date Parameter ReRorted Value Permit Limit
11/19/13 Total residual chlorine 51 l /L 17 4 /L* (Gaily maximum)
11/26/13 Total residual chlorine 52 ,g/L 17 /L* ([wily maximum)
All values <50 µg/L are considered compliant with the permit limit of 17 fog/L
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the causes(s) of the noted
violation. Unresolved violations may lead to the issuance of a Notice of Violation and/or assessments
of civil penalties by the Division of Water Resources. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not
related to operation and/or maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities,
then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by Consent (SOC).
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have questions concerning this matter or to apply
for a SOC, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Marcia Allo co at [phone].
Sincerely,
Michael L. Parker
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations
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Pat McCrory Donald van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
March 18, 2015
Mr. Terry Crowe
Charlotte Water
5200 Brookshire Blvd.
Charlotte, North Carolina 28218
Subject: Notice at Deficiency — Effluent Limitation
Tracking Number: NOD-2015-L.V-0024
Franklin WTP
NPI ES Permit No. NCO084540
Mecklenburg County
Clear Mr. Crowe:
A review of the September 2014 self -monitoring report for the subject facility revealed a violation of
the following parameter at tutfall>001
Date Parameter Reported Value Permit Limit
0//14 Total residual chlorine 353 17 ([daily maximum)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the causes(s) of the noted
violation: Unresolved violations may lead to the issuance of a Notice of Violation and/or assessments
of civil penalties by the Division of Water Resources.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have questions concerning this matter please do
not hesitate to contact Ms. Marcia Allocco at (704) 2 5-2204.
Sincerely,
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Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDENR
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Subject: Delegation of Signature Authority
Walter Franklin Water Treatment Plant
NPI)ES No. NCO084549
To Whom It May Concern:
By notice of this letter, I hereby delegate signatory authority to each of the following
individuals for all pennit applications, discharge monitoring reports, and other
information relating to the operations at Walter Franklin Water Treatment Plant, as
required by all applicable federal, state, and local enviromnental agencies specifically
with the requirements for signatory authority as specified in I SA NCAC 213.0506.
Terry Crowe Water Treatment Plant Supervisor (Franklin Plant)
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Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretanj
December l 2011
Mr. John Huber, Water "Treatment Superintendent
Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities
5200 Brookshire Blvd.
Charlotte, North Carolina: 28216
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
I{rnklin WTP
NPDES Permit No. NCO084549
Mecklenburg County, NC
Dear Mr. Huber:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection conducted at
the subject facility; on November 17, 2011 by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office. Please advise the facility's
Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC) by forwarding a copy of the enclosed report.
This Office currently does not have a copy of a letter signed by the responsible official delegating
the authority to sign the back of the Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) to the ORC. It is requested
that this letter be submitted to this Office by December 22, 201 L In addition, please ensure that a separate
letter delegating signature authority to the CRC at the Lee S. Dukes WTP (NPDES Permit No.
NCO084387) has also been submitted to this Office. In responding, please address your comments to the
attention of Ms. Marcia Allocco
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning this report,
please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bell at (704) E 3-1699.
Sincerely,
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Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
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Inspection Date: 11/17/2011 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Yes N.o NA NE —
submitted a new application? 001NO
(if the present permit expires in 6 months or less), Has the permittee
Is the facility as described in the permit? WOOD
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? o n- a o
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? o o o o
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? WOOD
Comment: The subject permit expires on 5/31/2015.
Yes No NA NE
Record Keeping
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? a 0 0 0
Is all required information readily available, complete and current? a 0 0 0
Are oU records maintained for 3 years (tab. reg. required 5 years)? 0 00
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? 0 DO
Is the chain -of -custody complete? 0 00
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete- do they include all permit parameters? 000
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? 0 O-WO
(If the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift? 0 0 0 0
Is the ORG visitation log available and current? 0 0 0
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification? o o n-
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification? 0 0 0
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? 0 0 0
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? (3 no a o
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t, NCO084549 Owner - Facility: Franklin WTP
1111712011 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluatior
'he records reviewed during the inspection were organized and well
lischarge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period
10 through August 2011 . No effluent limit violations were reported. The
) conduct the effluent monitoring for Outfall 002 during the 4th quarter of
alyses are performed on -site; however, the results have not been
a DMR as required by the Permit. An amended August 2011 DMR will be
correct an effluent TSS transcription error and include an effluent
imple not originally reported on the DMR.
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,rs performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
neters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
ng a contract lab?
rature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6,0 degrees Celsius)?
'oliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
et to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 11,0 degrees?
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA �
Is composite sampling flow proportional? 0ow(
Is sample collected below all treatment units? wool
Is proper volume collected? wool
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Inspection Cate. 11117/2o11 Inspection
Effluent Sampling';
Is the tubing clean?
Is proper temperature set for sample storage {kept at less than or equal to 6.
ity: Franklin WTP
(pe; Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
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degrees Celsius)? or_i
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Comment; The subject permit requires effluent drab samples.
Operations & Maintenance
Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MISS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge 0
0
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Judge, and ether that are applicable"?
Comment. The facility appeared to be properloy operated and well maintained at the
time of the inspection.
Equalization Basins
`!es No NA N
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Is the basin aerated?
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
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Is the basin free of excessive grease?
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Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable"?
Are float controls operable?
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Are audible and visual alarms operable?
# Is basin size/volume adequate?
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0
Comment; The facility is equipped with two surge basins with each basin containing a
bypass/overflow to the sanitary sewer System. The facility continues to receive and
treat the basin blowdown and filter wash residuals from the Vest WTP.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA N
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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O 0
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
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Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
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Is scum removal adequate?
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
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Is the drive unit operational?
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549 owner - Facility: Franklin WTP
Oil Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
le (low turbulence)?
;essive solids/pinfloc?
acceptable (Approximately'/4 of the sidewall depth)
ty is equipped with two clarifiers (troth operational).
s
)arts and supplies on site
it to chlorine amount (4 to f )?
yIinders?
ice stored away from chlorine containers?
ie and type?
facility has the capability to bypass the contact chamberif needed.
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? 008
Number of tubes in use?
Comment
Flow Measurement - Effluent Yes No NA
Is flow meter used for reporting? ■ I t O
Is flaw meter calibrated annually? is 0 ! `I
Is the flow meter operational? ■ 0 0
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter? o no 1s
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Permit: NG0084 49 owner - Facility. Franklin WTP
Inspection Date; 11/17120'11 inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
NA NE
Flaw Measurement - Effluent Yes'
Comment: The permit require instantaneous flaw measurements. The ORC currently"
calculates and reports the effluent flows by multiplying the observed flaw rate by 1440
minutes/day. CMU has installed a continuous flaw measuring system that is
calibrated/verified once per year by theElectrical/Instrumentation Division, This flow
measurment system was last calibrated/verified on 10/14/ 011. The totalized flows
from the continuous flow mesurement system should be reported on future DMRs.
Yes No NA N
Effluent pipe
Is right of way to the ouffall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? W O O
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ■
Comment: The effluents at both outfalls appeared clear with no floatable solids or
foam.
Chemical Feed Yes No NA Ys NE
Is containment adequate? in f!
Is storage adequate?
Are backup pumps available? 0 0
Is the site free of excessive leaking? 800 0
Comment -
Solids Handling Equipment Yes No NA f
is the equipment operational? its 000
Is the chemical feed equipment operational?
Is storage adequate? IiI ri
Is the site free of high level of solids in filtrate from filter presses or vacuum filters? 0
11
Is the site free of sludge buildup on belts and/or rollers of filter press? f=
Is the site free of excessive moisture in belt filter press sludge cake? fi
The facility has an approved sludge management plan? f
Comment: The facility is equipped with two gravity thickeners and three belt presses
(all operational). Dewatered sludge is transported to one of CMU s WWTPs (for ;
blending) prior to being land applied by a contracted company ( ynagro) under the
authority of Permit No WQ000005 .
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North Carolina Department artment l
Divisio
Beverly Eaves Perdue Col£
Governer
Mr. Douglas Bean, Utilities Director
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
100 BrookshireBoulevard
f Environment and Natural Resources
of Water Quality
,n H. Sullins Dee Freeman
lirector Secretary
June 4, 2009
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SUBJECT. Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit No, NCO0 4 49
Mecklenburg County, NC
Dear Mr. Bean:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection report for the inspection
conducted at the subject facility on March 19, 2009, by Mr. Jeff Mitchell of the Mecklenburg
County Water Quality Program (MCWQP). This inspection was conducted as part oft:
cooperative working agreement between Mecklenburg County d the Division of Water
Quality. Please provide the facility's Operator in Responsible Charge with the findings' of the
inspection by forwarding ding a copy of the enclosed report.
The enclosed report should be self-explanatory; however should you have any questions
concerning this report or any other matters please do not hesitate to call Ms. Marcia Allocco at
(704) 663-I699 or Mr. Jeff Mitchell at (74) 336-3926.
Sincerely,;
Robert B. Krebs'
Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection
Enclosure
cc: Rusty Ro zelle MCWQP
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FILE: WQ Franklin WTP 008 549.0809
Mooresville Regional Office
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Name and Address of Responsible Official: Title:
Mr. Doug Bean Utilities Director
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
5 100 Brookshire Boulevard Phone No. Contacted?
_�gharlotte, North _C�arolina 28216 [phone] No
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Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program
Jeffery Mitchell [phone] May 20, 2009
Signature of Reviewer: Agency/Office: Date:
NCDENR co t
Division of Water Quality - Surface Water Protection
Marcia Allocco Mooresville ReLional Office [phone] June 3. 2009

GENERAL:
The facility was last inspected by Ms. Mere
Quality Program (MCWQP) and Ms. Marcia Alloc
September 27, 2006� A Compliance Evaluation 1w
PERTNUT:
The current permit became effective on Aul
ith. Moore of the Mecklenburg County Water
D of the Division of Water Quality on
)ection was issued on October 10, 2006�
ist 1, 2005, and expires on May 31, 2010,
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wastewater from the backwashing of filters at the water treatment plant. The facility consists of
two settling tanks, two residential thickeners, two backwash water clarifiers, a residuals basin
and two belt filter presses.
The certification classification for NNC0084549 requires that the facility have an Operator
in Responsible Charge (ORC) with a Grade I Physical Chemical Water Pollution Control
System (PC-1) certification. The facility is staffed (ORC and back-ups) with personnel that
possess the appropriate operator certification.
During the inspection it was noted that a belt filter press was going to be installed in the
near future. This does not require an Authorization to Construct (AtoC) as required by Part 111,
Section A of NCO084549 since the new belt press would be replacing/adding to the equipment
already approved for use at the facility (two belt filter presses).
RECORDS/REPORTS:
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period January 2007
through December 2008 and appeared to be properly completed with the exception of the June
2007 DMR. No total residual chlorine value was noted for the monitoring completed on June 5,
2007 as required by the quarterly monitoring requirement in NCO0084549. The inspection
found that this was a transcription error and an amended DMR should be submitted to the
Mooresville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality.
FACILITY SITE REVIEW:
All of the existing components of the facility were in, service and appeared to be
operating properly. The ORC reports that there have been no system malfunctions that resulted
in overflows or bypasses.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Flow measurement is accomplished using a Drexelbrook Usonic-R flow meter that is
located at the end of the dechlorination contact chamber before the effluent is discharged to the
stream. The flow meter was last calibrated on March 6, 2009, by Curtis Smith an electronics
person on staff at the facility.

I
LABORATORY:
The Waste Water Treatment Plant personnel of the Franklin Water Treatment Plant are
certified to perform field parameter laboratory analyses of temperature, pH, and residual chlorine
under certificate #5523. All field instruments are calibrated each time before use. The permittee
contracts with Pace Analytical Services, Inc. (INC Laboratory Certification # 12) for all other
analyses required by the permit. Pace Analytical Services, Inc. was not evaluated under this
inspection.
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS:
The effluent was clear and did not appear to have a negative impact on the receiving
stream at the time of the inspection. The facility discharges to an unnamed tributary to Stewart
Creek, which is a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM:
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period January 2007
through December 2008 and appeared to be properly completed with the exception of the June
2007 DT`YIR (as stated above in the Records/Report Section), The reports indicate that the facility
was meeting permit effluent limits and monitoring requirements during this period.
OPERATIONS &MAINTENANCE:
The facility and grounds appeared to be properly operated and maintained. The current
overall operating strategy appears acceptable for the size and type of the facility.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
Sediment is backwashed from the filters and treated with a thickener to produce sludge.
loaded onto a truck. The sludge is trucked off site by Synagro, Inc., a residuals management
company that hauls the sludge to a land application facility under the facility's land application
permit (WQ0000057). Synagro, Inc. was not evaluated under this inspection.

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr,, Secretary
PNorth Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
__q than W. Klimek, P.E Director
C "C Division of Water (duality
December 19, 2006
5223
Mr. Randy Hawkins
Franklin WTP
5210 Brookshire Blvd:
Charlotte, NC 28216-
SLBJECT: Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification Renewal
FIELD PARAMETERS ONLY
Dear Mr. Hawkins;
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources, In accordance with the provisions of NC
GS
143-215-,3 (a) (10), 15 NCAC 2H .0800, is pleased to renew certification for your laboratory to perform
specified environmental analyses required by EMC monitoring and reporting regulations 15 NCAC 2B
.0500, 2H .0 00 and 2L.0100, .0200, .0300, and 2N .0100 through .0800.
Enclosed for your use is a certificate describing the requirements and limits of your certification.- Please
review this certificate to insure that your laboratory is certified for all parameters required to properly meet
your certification needs.
Please contact your assigned Inspector Chet Whiting at (704) 5- 201, if you have questions or need
additional information.
Sincerely,
Ab
Pet Donnelly
Branch Manager
Enclosures
cc: Chet Whiting
Mooresville Regional Office
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Laboratory Section 1623 Mail Service Center Raleigh„ NC 27699-1623 Phone [phone] Customer Service
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF THE
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DII-VISION OF WATER QUALITY
LABORATORY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
in accordance with the provisions of N.C.G.S. f43-215.3 (a) (f), 143-215.3 (a)(10) and NCAC 2H.0800:
Field Parameter Only
2* r
FRANKLIN WTP
is hereby certified to pelform, environmental analysis as listed on Attachment I and report monitoring data to D WQ for
compliance with NPOES effluent, surface water, groundwater, and pretreatment regulations.
By reference 15A NCAC 2H. 0800 is made a part of this certificate.
This certificate does not guarantee validity of data generated, but indicates the methodology, equipment, quality control procedures,
records, and proficiency of the laboratory have been examined and found to be acceptable.
This certificate shall be valid until December 31, 2007
Ceffificate No. 5223
Pat Donnelly
MEN glig

Attachment
North Carolina Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification
Certified Parameters Listing
FIELD PARAMETERS ONLY
Lab #Name. Franklin VVTP Certificate Number: 5223
Address: 5200 Brookshire Blvd. Effective mate: 01/01/2007
Charlotte, NC 25215- Expiration late: 12/31 /2007
Crate of Last Amendment:°
The above named laboratory, having duty met the requirements of 9 5A NCAC 2N.0800, is hereby certified for the measurement of the parameters listed below,
CERTIFIED PARAMETERS
INORGANICS
RESIDUAL CHLORIN
Std Method 4500 CI C
pH
Std Method 4500 H B
TEMPERATURE
Std Method 2550B

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Naturai resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Vj Division of Water Quality
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October 10, 2006
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Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
5100 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216
SUBJECT: Notice of
Compliarp
Franklin
NPDESP
Mecklenb
Dear Mr. Bean:
On September 27, 2006, Ms. Meredith Moore o
Program (MCWQP) and Ms. Marcia Allocco of the Di
Deficiency
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Water Treatment Plant
ermit No. NCO084549
urg County, N.C.
f the Mecklenburg County Water Quality
vision of Water Quality conducted an
ty and the Division of Water Quality. The enclosed
sections of the report. In responding, please address your comments to the attention of Ms.
Marcia Allocco.
If you have any questions concerning this report or any other matters, please do not
hesitate to call Ms. Allocco or me at this office.
Sincerely,
Rex Gleason, P.E.
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
cc: Rusty Rozzelle, MCWQP
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Name and Location of Facility Inspected.; ]Gantry Time: Permit Effective Date:
Franklin W'I"P
10,00 AM August 1, 2005
Exit Time:
Mecklenburg
Brookshire Blvd. (I-irvy.16) 11:30 AM Permit Expiration Date:
Mecklenburg,County,; NC p
Date: May 31, 2010
Se tember 27, j006
Name(s) of tin -Site Representatives ..___n -- Title(s) ------ — Phone No(s)m
r. Steve Nation / Chief Water Plant Operator and Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) — Residuals Facility / 704-3 -24 6
Name and Address of Responsible Official: "title.
r, Douglas Bean Key Business Executive
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
SIt}i7<Brookshire Blvd. Phone No. Contacted?
Charlotte, NC 28216
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Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program E Sludge Handling/Disposal [l Pollution Prevention
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Effluent/Receiving Waters Lab Other:
Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments
All areas are rated satisfactory unless otherwise indicated. See Attached Sheet(s) for Summary
Signature(s) of Inspector(s)a Agency/Office/Telephone: Date;
Meredith S. Moore MCWQP/(704) 36- 500 September 29, 2006
SI nature of Reviewer: Agency/Office Date:
Marcia Allocco NCD N WQ (704) 66 -1699
EPA Form 3560-3 (Revised 3- 5) Previous Editions: are Obsolete

GENERAL:
The facility was last inspected on September 2
Mecklenburg County Water duality Program (MC
Report was issued on October 13, 2005.
PERMIT:
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requires that the facility have an operator
RECORDS/REPORTS:
Discharge Monitoring Reports I~ MRs) were reviewed for the period August 200
through July 2006, The facility did not have any limit or monitoring violations within this
period. During the inspection, a comparison between facility 'records/analytical data and the
information contained can the relevant DMR was completed. This review slid not find any
discrepancies. All reviewed records, reports, and logs were clear and well maintained.

As per 15A NCAC 8G.0204, Responsibilities of an Operator in Responsible Charge
(ORC) and the standard conditions of NCO084549, an ORC of a water pollution control system
must document the operation, maintenance, and all visitation of the system in a daily log that
shall be maintained at the system. During the inspection it was discovered that an operator's log
is not being maintained for the wastewater treatment facility. Please institute the use of an
ORC log as soon as possible.
FACILITY SITE REVIEW:
All of the existing components of the facility were in service and appeared to be
operating properly at the time of the inspection.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Flow measurement is accomplished using a magnetic flow meter in the effluent discharge
pipe before the effluent enters the creek. Instantaneous measurements are recorded. The flow
meter is calibrated annually and was last completed in August 2006.
LABORATORY:
Franklin Water Treatment Plant WWTP personnel are certified to perform field
parameter laboratory analyses of temperature, PH, and residual chlorine under certificate #5523,
atuated under this inspection.
�,RS:
time of the inspection. The receiving water did not appear
ent. The effluent discharaes to an unnamed tributary to
Stewart Creek, which is a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM:
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period August 2005
through July 2006. The reports indicate that the facility was meeting permit effluent limits
during this period and that all parameters are being monitored at the proper frequency and
location.
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:
The facility and grounds appeared to be properly operated and maintained. The current
overall operating strategy appears acceptable for the size and type of the facility.

SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
Sludge after thickening and water removal is taken off site by pump d caul methods.
Synagro, Inc., a residuals management company, hauls the sludge to a land applicationfacility
der the facility's land application permit ( 0000 5 7). Synagro, Inc. was not evaluated
der this inspection.

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William G, Ross Jr.. Secretary
North Carolina Depwroicilt of I- and a _nvirotonent N. tunh Resources,
Alan W, lairack, P.E, Direcior
Division of Water Quality
June 20, 2006
Mr. Barry Shearin
Charlotte Mecklenburg Utility Department
5 100 Brookshire Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28216
SUBJECT: Authorization to Construct
A to C No. 084549AO I
Franklin WTP
Dechlorination Facilities
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Shearin:
A fast track application for Authorization to Construct dechlorination facilities was
received on June 15, 2006, by the Division, Authorization is hereby granted for the construction
of modifications to the existing Franklin WTP, with discharge of treated wastewater into Stewart
I
Creek in the Catawba River Basin.
This authorization results in no increase in design or permitted capacity and is awarded
for the construction of the following specific modifications:
Installation of a dechlorination system utilizing calcium thiosulfate pursuant to the
fast track application received on June 15, 2(X)6, and in conformity with the
Minimum Design Criteria for Dechlorination Facilities.
This Authorization to Corisn-uct is issued irr accordance with Part 111, Paragraph A of
NPDES Permit No. NCO084549 issued June 30, 2005, and shall be subject to revocation unless
the wastewater treatment facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions and
limitations specified in Permit No. NCO084549.
In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may
be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater
treatment or disposal facilities.
The. Mooresville Recional Office, telephone number (704) 6634699, shall be notified at
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June 14, 2016 " F"
Mr. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
6 10 East Center Avenue, Suite 3 01
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: Notice of Violation
Tracking Number: NOV-2016-LV-0295
Franklin WTP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr. Basinger:
This letter is in response to the Notice of Violation (NOV) Charlotte Water received for exceeding the
allowable limit for Total Residual Chlorine (Parameter 50060) at the Franklin WTP Outfall 002 location
on January 12, 2016. The elevated chlorine level at this site was a result of flushing a 36 inch chlorinated
water line behind High Service Pump Station I at Franklin for a 24 hour period. Plant staff had forgotten
the discharge valve on the line had been left open and mistakenly directed the effluent stream into a catch
basin that empties into Stewart Creek. Outfall 2 is located just downstream from where the effluent flow
from the catch basin discharges into the creek. Once the problem was detected, flushing was immediately
halted and Total Residual Chlorine concentrations began trending downward. To prevent the problem
from occurring again, the discharge from the 36 inch main has been modified to direct water away from
the channel flowing into Stewart Creek. In addition, provisions for dectilorination have been added
within the catch basin. Implementing this corrective action will prevent Total Chlorine Residual from
exceeding the allowable limit in the future.
Please feet free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
4-4Ao-
Gabe Sasser
Water Quality Program Administrator / Charlotte Water
Jackie Jarrell, PE (Charlotte Water)
John Huber (Charlotte Water)
Terry Crowe, (Charlotte Water)
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DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
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June 24, 201
Jacqueline Jarrell
Charlotte later
4222 Westmont Dr
Charlotte, NC 25217-1030
Subject: NPDES Electronic Reporting Requirements
Franklin WTP
NPDES Permit Number: NCO08454 '
Dear NPDES Permittee:
The J.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently published the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) Electronic Reporting Rule. The rule requires NPDES regulated facilities to
report information electronically, instead of filing written paper reports. The rule does not change what
information is required from facilities. It only changes the method by which information is provided (i.e.,
electronic rather than paper -based).
EPA is phasing in the requirements of the rule over a 5-year period. The two phases of the rule, and their
key milestones, are:
• Phase —Starting on December 21, 2016, regulatedentities that are required to submit Discharge
Monitoring Reports (DMRs) will begin` submitting these reports electronically, if you are currently
reporting your DMR data electronically using eDMR then you simply need to continue reporting
in the same way as you are now. The key change is that, starting on December 21, 2016,
electronic reporting of DMRs will be required, instead of voluntary.
• Phase 2 —Starting can December 21, 2020, regulated entities that are required to submit certain
other NPDES reports will begin submitting these reports electronically. Reports covered in the
second phase include Notices of intent to discharge in compliance with an NPDES general permit,
Sewer Overflow/yypass"Event Reports, and a number of other NPDES program reports.
Incorporating Electronic Reporting Requirements into NPDES Permits
The NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule requires authorized NPDES programs to incorporate electronic
reporting requirements into NPDES permits beginning December 21, 2015. Under the new rule, the
electronic reporting process supersedes the paper reporting process. According to our files, your NPDES
permit became effective after November 2013, and should contain the requirement to electronically,
report your Discharge Monitoring Reports using NC DWR's eDMR system.
In addition to requiring permittes to report information electronically, the rule also requires permittees
to identify the initial recipient for the NPDES electronic reporting data [see 4O CFR 122.41(l)()]. Initial
State of North Carolina i Environmental Quality i Water Resources
1617 Marl Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

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fitted a; request to EPA to be the initial recipient for the following NPDES d
Monitoring Reports;
ermit Reports [Notices of Intent to discharge (Ni ls); Notices of Termination
tent Program Reports; and
arflowf Bypass Event Reports
I also link to the appropriate electronic reporting tool for each type of elec
h state. Instructions on how to access and use the appropriate electronic
le as well.
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kerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, pl+
a at 704-6 -1 9.
Sincerely,
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Mooresville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
State of North Carolina f Environmental Quality ► Water Resources
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 29115
704-663-1699

PAT MCCROR`
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
WaterResources
E14VIRK3NMENTAL QUALITY Sr ,TAX ZIMMERM N
Director
April , 2016
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Ms. Jackie Jarrell, Operations Chief
Charlotte Water
5100 Brookshire Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28216
Subject: Electronic Reporting of Discharge Monitoring
Repo e )
NPDES Permits NCO 24937, NC O0 4945,
NCO024970, NCO030210, NC0036277,
N O 18438' , NCO084549, NCO069523,
NCO 69841 NCO085359, NCO085812
Charlotte Water
Mecklenburg County
Dear Ms. Jarrell:
In the fall of 2015 and due to the large number of facilities that require electronic submittal, Charlotte
Water requested that the deadline established in the referenced; permits be extended. The Division of
Water resources agreed that the establishment of an electronic monitoring protocol for so many facilities
was a significant undertaking. As such, the Division agreed to exercise enforcement discretion until
March 31, 2016 so that Charlotte Water may continue their efforts toward ultimate electronic submittal,
Since that time, Charlotte Water contacted the Division by letter on February 22, 2016 requesting a
further extension of this deadline. The new request was made due to technical difficulties with setup and
implementation of a: new Laboratory Information Management System (L ). As a result of the
communications between the Division and the Charlotte Water, it was obvious that you are making a
signific t and sustained effort to comply with the electronic permitting requiremenm in the pe its: So;
the Division has decided to extend the timeframe we will exercise enforcement discretion with respect to
_-_-w _'-the ,ele troni reporting condition iar.the referenced permits.
Thus, pursuant to the requirements of the referenced permits, no later than June 30, 2016, Charlotte
Water, shall begin submitting discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR
application system for the following permitted facilities:
NCO024937 Charlotte -Sugar Creek Wwrp
NC O024970 McAlpine Creek
NCO030210 Mallard Creek WWTP
NCO036277 McDowell Creek WWTP
NCO0843 87 Lee S. Duke WTP
NC>0084549 Franklin WTP
NCO069 23 Union County - Tallwood Estates WWTP
NCO085359 Union County - Twelve Mile Creek WW P
NC O085812 Union County - Grassy Branch WWTP
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I rater Resources
1617 Mail set -vice Center i Raleigh, North Carolina 7699- 6I7
919 907 6300

Ms. Jarrell
March 31, 2016
Page 2 of 2
The following pennitted facilities do not havean electronic reporting permit condition and are required I
begin using eDMR by December 21, 2016:
NCO024945 in Creek WWTP
NCO069841 Union County - Crooked Creek WWTP #2
We hope this communication resolves your concerns. If you have questions about this matter, or if we
can be of fin-ther service, please contact Derek Lenard at [[e-mail]] or call (919) 807-
6307.
spe,ctfull,
S.1ayZimmerman,
Division of Water source ,NCDEQ
he: Central Files NC0024937, NC0024945, NCO024970, NC0030210, NCO036277, NC0*387, NCO084549, NC0069523,
NC0069841, NC0085359. NCO085812
ec: Shannon Sypolt Charlotte Water [ssypolt@cLchar1otte,nc,usj
Jackie Jarrell, Charlotte Water [JJarrell(a) ',ci.char1oftc.nc,usj
Richard McMillan, Union County Public Works Nehard.mcmillian@unioncountyac,gov]
V-0worey Basinger [[e-mail]'Vj
MC1 / Wes Bell [[e-mail]]
Richard Farmer [richard.farmer@,mecklenburgcountync.gov]
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NorthCarolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E:; Director
October 13, 2O0
Mr. Douglas Bean, :Key Business Executive
Charlotte-MecklenburgUtilities
100' Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 221
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit No. NCOO44
Mecklenburg County, N.C.
Dear Mr. Be
On September 23, 2005, Mr. David Rimer of the Mecklenburg County Water Quality
Program (MCWQP) conducted an inspection at the subject facility. This inspection was
conducted as part of a cooperative working agreement between Mecklenburg County and the
Division of Water Quality. The enclosed report should be self-explanatory.
If you have any questions concerning this report or any other matters, please do not
hesitate to call Mr. Richard Bridgernan or me at this office.
Sincerely,
1 D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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GENERAL:
Thefacilitywas last inspected on September 22, 2004 by Mr. David Rimer of the
Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program (MC WQP). A Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Report was issued on October` , 2004.
PERMIT:
The current NPIES permit for the facility became effective can August 1, 2005 and
expires on May 3 i, 2010, The current permit properly describes the facility and appears
adequate for the waste stream being treated.
The portion of the facility associated with the N'IES discharge treats the wastewater
from the backwashing of filters at the water treatment plant. The facility consists of two settling
lagoons, two residuals thickeners, and two backwash water clarifiers with dechlorination
capability, a residuals basin, and two belt filter presses.
The Operator in Responsible Charge (O ), Mr. Stephen E. Nation, maintains a North
Carolina PC 11 OIT License #29303, which is acceptable for the class of the facility.
RECORDS/REPORTS:
Discharge Monitoring Deports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period August 2004
through July 2005. The reports appeared to be completed properly.
Records, reports; and lags are clearand well maintained.; no discrepancies were noted.
FACILITY SITE REVIEW:
All of the existing components of the facility were in service and appeared to be
operating properly at the time of the inspection.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Flow measurement is accomplished using a magnetic flaw meter in the effluent discharge
pipe before the effluent enters the creek. Instantaneous measurements are recorded. The flow
meter is calibrated annually and was last calibrated on September 19, 2005.
LABORATORY:
Analysis of effluent samples is performed by Pace Analytical Services, Inc., which is
certified by the State of North Carolina to perform analysis on all parameters specified, in the
permit. Pace Analytical Services, Inc. was not evaluated under this inspection.

T +CEIVING WATERS:
effluent was clear at the time of the inspection. The receiving water was r.
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location.
OPERATIONS && MAINTENANCE:
The facility and grounds appeared to be properly op
e current overall operating strategy appears acep
facility.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
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Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
PDES Unit ... n
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 2769-1617
MAY 3 1 0 `a
SUBECT. Draft Permit Comments
IDES Permit #NCO084549 Mecklenburg Co. t
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Dear fir. Weaver,
Below are comments regarding our new draft permit and justifications for parameter
changes.
e would like for the state to reconsider the chlorine limits on our daft permit for outfall
001 based upon the following.
t) Recycle of clarified water
We recycle approximately 300 gpm of the clarifier water for our belt press operation.
The main concern is blinding of the press belt pores from the clarified water due to
algal growth. This in turn would send more solids back to the clarifier instead of
being processed as a cake and disposed.
2) Overflow weir algal growth
No chlorine residual increases algal growth on the weirs, this breaks off when
discharge rates are increased causing TSS spikes.
:) Reuse Program
We currently have a reclaimed water permit (WQ0021734). Chlorine residual is
needed to ensure that growth does not occur in our customers' tankers and to ensure
that we meet the parameters ofthe Declaimed Water permit for BOD5, Fecal
Coliform, and NH3. Our current data shows that we meet all of the requirements. If
we eliminated the chlorine residual that is currently in the water would we be required
to start over collecting our data to ensure compliance?
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
Water Treatment Division 5200 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 2 216
PH: 7 4/399-2426
FAX: [phone]
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We were also wondering why the limit was set at 17ug/L. Currently the limit for our
North Mecklenburg Water Plant NPDES Permit # NCO084387 is 28ug/L The permit
was issued in March of this year. It would be beneficial to our operation if the limits
were consistent at each facility.
In addition to the above we were permitted for a secondary stream on the property that
must be monitored quarterly. We are requesting that you review the data we now have
for the secondary stream and consider eliminating it on the new permit. The table below
shows the data since we started sampling this discharge in mg/L.
CL2 RES. TSS T _Lurb(ntu) A]. Fe, Set. Solids
Avery ga .28 —f.3— 1.3 0.07 0.20 0.00
Maximum 1.83 16 4.5 0.76 0.84 <0.10
Minimum 0.02 <1.0 <0.50 —<0.10 �0_.05_ <0.10
The original design for this stream was approved by the state when the plant was under
design/construction for groundwater/storm-water run-off and emergency overflows. An
in-house review of the chlorine residual for this outfall shows that the chlorine residual is
a result of the discharges from the pump stations. We plan to re-route the drains from
these buildings to our clarifiers eliminating the chlorine residual completely in the
secondary stream. The rest of the stream make up is run-off and groundwater flow.
We invite you to come on site and review our plant processes so that you can fully
understand out concerns.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 704-399-2426 extension 222,
Since lly,
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CHuber
Superintendent, Water Supply& Treatment Division
Cc: Barry Gullet, CMU Deputy Director
Mike Parker, Regional Consultant Mooresville Office.'�
Randy Hawkins, CMU Utilities Operations Manager
Steve Nation, Franklin Plant Alum Residuals ORC

\N,4A Michael F. Easley
Nq
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
September 9, 2004
Barry She arin, P.E.
Charlotte Mecklenburg Wiry Department
5100 Brookshire BoWevard
Charlotte, NC 28216
Subject: Renewal Notice
NPDES Permit NM84549
Franklin WIP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Permittee:
Your NPDES permit expires on May 31, 2005. Federal (40 CFR 122.41) and North Carolina (15A NCAC 21-10105(e))
regulations require that permit renewal applications must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration of the current permit. If
you have already mailed your renewal application, you may disregard this notice.
To satisfy this requirement, yor" renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than December 2,
2004. Failure to request renewal by this date may result in a civil assessment of, at least $500.00. Larger penalties may be assessed
depending upon the delinquency of the request.
If any wastewater discharge will, occur after May 31, 2005, the current perruit must be renewed. Discharge of wastewater
without a valid pennit would violate North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1; unpermitted discharges of wastewater may be
assessed civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If all wastewater discharge has ceased at your facility and you wish to rescind this permit, contact me at the telephone
number or address listed below. You may also contact the Mooresville Regional Office at [phone] to begin the rescission
process.
Use the enclosed checklist to complete your renewal package. The checklist identifies the items you must submit with
the permit renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact me at the telephone number or e-mall address listed
below.
Sincerely,
Charles FL Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: Central Files
SEP 1 A 2001/
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733-5083, extension 511 (fax) 9t9 733-0719
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET@ hftp://h2o.enr.state.nc, us/NPDES e-mail: chades.weaverftemailnet

NPDES Permit NCO084549
Franklin WTP
Mecklenburg County
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
U A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies.
l The completed ; application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
Representative. Submit one signed original and two copies.
If an Authorized Representative (such as a consulting engineer or environmental consultant) prepares
the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority delegated to any
such Authorized ;Representative (see Part II R.1 Lb of the existing NPDES permit).
LI A narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or other
solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. if your facility has no such
plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids), explain this in writing. Submit one signed
original and two copies
The foll
2mdgg items must be submitted by aU Municipal or Industrial facilities discha in
process wastewater
Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendices A D to "Title 40 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 122) and ALL Municipal facilities with a permitted flow 1.0 MGD must submit a
Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR'P 122.21.
The above mqtdirment does NOT apply to privately owned facilities aratiag 100
domestic wastewater, or facr"li es which discharge non -process wastewater cv©hng
ater, filter hackwash, etc.)
PLEASENOTE:
Due to a change in fees effective January , 1999, there is no renewal fee reqtiired with your
application package.
Send the completed renewal package to:
Mr. Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NC DENR. / Water Quality NPDE S Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor Wiliam G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
October 8, 2004
Mr. Douglas Bean, Key Business Executive
Charlotto-Meeklenburg Utilities
5100 Brookshire Boulevard
CharlotteNorth Carolina 28216
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit No. NCO084 4
Mecklenburg ounty, N.C.
Dear Mr. Bean:
On September 22, 2004, Mr. David Rimer of the Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program
( C ") conducted an inspection at the subject facility,This inspection was conducted as part of a
cooperative working agreement between Mecklenburg County d the ;Division of Water Quality. The
enclosed report should be self-explanatory.
This report is being issued as a Notice of deficiency because of the failure to meet the minimum
monitoring requirement for Total Residual Chlorine for the week of June 22, 2004. Should the data
you should submit an amended Discharge Monitoring Report to the Division.
If you have any questions concerning this report or any other matters, please do not hesitate to
11 Mr. Ricliard Bridgeman or me at this office.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
cc: Rusty Rozzelle, MCWQP
DRGIdr
FILE: wQ Franklin WTP084549.904.doe
Mooresville Regional Office One
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Moomville, North Carolina 28115 NofffiCarohna
Phone: 704-1i -16 91 Fax: i -6D4ft C Internet h o.emstate.nc.us NWAUM11Y

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no discrepancies were
operating properly at the time of the inspection.
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MEASUREMENT.-
low measurement is accomplished using a digital fides meter in the effluent
pipe before it enters the creek. Instantaneous measurements are recorded. The flow meter is
calibrated annually and was last calibrated in September 2004.

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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek.., P.E. Director
> Division of Water Quality
November 13, 2003
5223
Mr. bandy Hawkins
- Franklin WTP
5200 Brookshire Blvd,
Charlotte, NC 28215-
SUBJECT: Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification Renewal
FIELD PARAMETERS ONLY
©ear Mr. Hawkins:
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources, in accordance with the provisions of NC CAS
143-215-.3 (a) (10), 15 NCAC 2H .0800,is pleased to renew certification for your laboratory to perform
specified environmental analyses required by EMC monitoring and reporting regulations 15 NCAC 2B
.0500, 2H .0900 and 2L .0100, .0200, .8 f}8, and 2N .0100 through .0800.
Enclosed for your use is a certificate describing the requirements and limits of your certification.
Please review this certificate to insure that your laboratory is certified for all parameters required to
properly meet your certification needs.
Please contact us at 91 g-° 33-3gg8 if you have questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
James W. Meyer
Laboratory Section
Enclosure
cc. Chester E. Whiting
Mooresville Regional Office
Laboratory Section N. C. Division of Water Quality 1623 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1623
(919) 73 -3908 Fax. [phone] intemet: dwglab.org Customer Service' 1-800-623-7748

STATE CP NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT f THE
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
I'IS10"N OF WATER QUALITY
LABORATORY CERTIFICATION PROGRAM
In accordance with the provisions of N.C.G.S. 143-215.3 (a) (1), 143-215.3 (a)(10) and NC. C 211.0800
Field Parameter Only
IN
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FRANKLIN WTP
Is hereby certified to perform environmental analysis as listed on Attachment I and report monitoring data to DWQ for
compliance with NPD S effluent, surface water, groundwater, and pretreatment regulations,
By reference f 5A N A C 2H . 0800 is made a part of tins certificate.
This certificate does not guarantee validity of data generated, but indicates the methodology, equipment, quality control procedures,
records, and proficiency of the laboratory have been examined and found to be acceptable:
This certificate shall be valid until December 31, 200
Cert cafe No. 5223
Jaynes W Meyer

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Attachment 1
North Carolina WastewateriGroundwater Laboratory Certification
Certified Parameters Listing
Lab Name: Franklin WTP
Certificate Number: 522
Address: 5200 Brookshire Blvd:
Effective Date: 01/01/2004
Charlotte, NC 26216-
Expiration Date: 12/31/2004
Date of Last Amendment:
The above named laboratory, having duly met the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H.0600, Is hereby certified for the measurement of the parameters listed below.
GBTiFIBCt PARAMETERS———
INORGANICS
RESIDUAL CHLORINE
Sid Method 4500 Cl G
ofFIELD PARAMETERS ONLY
pH
".
Sid Method 4500 H B
TEMPERATURE
Sid Method 25508
This certification requires maintance of an acceptable quality assurance program, use of approved methodology, and satisfactory performance on evaluation samples. Laboratories are
subject to civil penalties andlor decertification for infractions as set forth in 15A NCAC 2H.0807.

L "A 4k6
�,j A Michael F. Easle , ivernor
William G. Ross Jr„ Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
G Division of Water Quality
oleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
October ` 10, 2003
Douglas Bean, Key Business Executive
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
5100 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216
SUBJECT. Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit No. NCO084549
Mecklenburg County, N.C.
Dear Mr. Be
Can September 29, 2003, Mr. David Rimer of the Mecklenburg County Water Quality
Program (CWQP) conducted an inspection at the subject facility. This inspection was
conducted as part of cooperative working agreement between Mecklenburg County and the
Division of Water Quality. The enclosed report should be self-explanatory,
If you have any questions concerning this report or any other matters, please do not
hesitate to call Mr. Richard Bridgeman or nee at this office.
Sincerely,
D. Ilex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
cc: Dusty Rozzelle, MCWQP
RG/dr
FILE: WQ Franklin WTI•" 484549.903.doe
Mooresville Regional Office, 919 North Main Street,Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 t
Phone [phone]Customer Service
Fax [phone]- '77-6 3. 748

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Transaction Code NPD S Permit No. MC)/DAY Inspection Type Inspector Facility Type'
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Remarks:
Inspector: eel-lenlaur County Water Quality Prow rant
Inspection Work- Lays Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating BI QA Reserved,:..,.,...:,
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected: Entry Time: Pet°exit Effective Date:
10:25 AM June 1, 2002
Franklin WTT' Exit Time:
5200 Brookshire Blvd, (Hwy,16) 11.20 AM Permit Expiration mate:
:Mecklenburg County, NC Date May 31, 2005
September 29, 2003
Name(s) of On -Site Representatives --- �--Tit1e( )---------P one No(s):
Mr, Steve Nation I Chief Water Plant Operator -- Residuals Facility f 04-3 9-2426
and Operator in Responsible Charge (CJRC)
Blame and Address of Responsible Official: Title:
Mr, Douglas Bean Key Business Executive
Charlotte- Mecklenburg Utilities
5100 Brookshire Blvd. Phone No. Contacted?
Charlotte, NC 28216 704-399-2221 No
Section C:
Areas Evaluated Durni In ect on
e t Flow Measurement Z Operation Maintenance Sewer CJv°;rflovv
,Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Program E Sludge H ndlingiDisposal 0 Pollution Prevention
Facility Site Review ❑ Compliance Schedules ❑ Pretreatment Program 0 Multimedia
Fffitaentl eeeivi R Wators Iaborato El Stormwat r 0 Other:
,Section D: Summary of Findings/Comments
All areas are rated satisfactory unless otherwise indicated. See Attached Sheet(s) for Summary
Signatures)of Inspector( ): Agency/Office/Telephone: mate:
David J. Rimers µ.' MCWQP/[phone] September 30, 2003
Signature of Reviewer: Agency/Office Dates
EPA. Fonn 3560-3 (Devised 3- 5) Previous Editions are Obsolete

GENERAL:
The facility was last inspected on December 23 2002 by Mr. David Rimer of the
Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program (MCWC P). A Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Report was issued on January 13, 2001
PERMIT:
The NPDES permit for the facility expires on May 31, 2005. The current permit properly
describes the facility and appears adequate for the waste stream being treated.
The portion of the facility associated with the N DES discharge treats the wastewater
from the backwashing of filters at the water treatment plant. The facility consists oft o settling
lagnoens, two residuals thickeners, two backwash water clarifiers with dechlorinaton capability, a
residuals basin, and a belt filter press.
The Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC), Mr. Stephen E. Nation, maintains a North
Carolina PC II OIT License #2 303, which is acceptable for the class of the facility.
RECORDS/REPORTS:
Discharge Monitoring Reports (D%Rs) were reviewed for the period September 2002
through August 2003 and appeared to be properly completed..
Records, reports; and logs are clear and well maintained; no discrepancieswere noted.
FACILITY SITE REVIEW:
All of the existing components of the facility were in service and appeared to b
operating properly at the time of the inspection.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Flow measurement is accomplished using; a digital flow meter in the effluent discharge
pipe before it enters the creek. Instantaneous measurements are recorded. The flow meter is
calibrated annually.

LABORATORY:
Analysis of effluent samples is performed by Pace Analytical Services, Inc., which is
certified by the State of North Carolina to perform analysis on all parameters specified in the
permit. Pace Analytical Services, Inc. was not evaluated under this inspection.
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS:
The effluent was clear at the time of the inspection. The receiving waters were not
adversely affected by the effluent. The effluent discharges to an unnamed tributary to Stewart
Creek, which is'a Class C water in the Catawba River Basin.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM:
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) were reviewed for the period September 2002
through August 2003. The reports indicate that the facility was meeting permit effluent limits
during this period and that all parameters are being monitored at the proper frequency and
location.
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:
The facility and grounds appeared to be properly operated and maintained.
The current overall operating strategy appears acceptable for the size and type of the
facility.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
facility. Synagro was not evaluated under this inspection,

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Michael F. Easle,,
Governo
William G. Ross. Jr„ Sestar
No Carolina Depattrient of Environment and Natural Resource
Alan W. t0imek, Dirado
Dimitin orWater Quoit
nu ary 13, 2003
Mr. Douglas Bean, Key Business Executive
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
5 100 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216
SUBJECT:
Dear Mr. Bean:
On December 23, 2002, Mr. David Rimer of
Program (MCWQP) conducted an inspection at the ,
conducted as part of a cooperative working agreeme
Division of Water Quality, The enclosed report sho-
If you have anv questions concerning, this rej
to call Mr. Richard Bridgersan or me at this office.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supeir"
[ecklenburg County, N.C.
self-explanatory.
cc: Rusty Rozzelle, MCWQP
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FILL WQ Franklin WTP 084549.1202.dor.
NZDENR
�,ustorner Service Mooresville Regional Office, 919 North Main Street, Mooresvilie, NC 28115 PHONE (704
1 800 623-7748 FAX (704)

David J. Rimefa--
MCWQP/[phone] December 30, 2002
Signature of Reviewer: Aggency/Office
Date:
EPA Form 3560-3 (Revised 3-85) Previous Editions are Obsolete

GENERAL:
The facility was last inspected on November 13 2001 by Mr. David Rimer of the
Mecklenburg Co t Water Quality±Pro (MC"W P). A Compliance evaluation Inspection
Report was issued on November 2 , 2001.'
PERMIT:
The NPDES permit for the facility expires on May 31 2005. The current permit properly
describes the facility and appears adequate for the waste stream being treated..
The portion of the facility associated with the NPDES discharge treats the wastewater
from the backwashing of filters at the water treatment plant. The facility consists of two settling
lagoons, two residuals thickeners, two backwash water clarifiers with dec lorination ability,
residuals basin, and a belt filter press.
e Operator in Responsible Charge (CRC) maintains a :North Carolina Operators
Certification Grade IV, which is acceptable for the class of the facility.
RECORDS/REPORTS:
Discharge Monitoring Reports (a s) were reviewed for the pentad December 2001
through November 2002 and appeared to be properly completed.
Records, reports, and logs are clear d wellmaintained-, no discrepancies were noted.
FACILITY SITE V E g
All of the; existing components of the facility were in service and appeared to be
operating properly at the time of the inspection.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Flow measurement is accomplished using a digital flaw meter in the effluent discharge
pipe before it enters the creek. Instantaneous measurements are recorded. The flow meter is
calibrated annually.

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ORING PROGRAM:
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:
The facility and grounds appeared to be properly operated and m,
The current overall operating strategy appears acceptable for the
facility.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
Sludge is removed from the sludge holding pond and taken off si
methods. Synagro, Inc., a residuals management company, hauls the slu
facility. Synagro was not evaluated under this inspection.
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North Carolina Department of
tif0U
Division
Water altty
October 17 2002
CERTIFIED AMIL
RETURNCEIPT REQUESTED 70012510 0005 0286 9963
Douglas Bean, Director
Charlotte-MecklenburgUtilities
5100 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 28216
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION and
RECOMMENDATION FOR
ENFORCEMENT
Violation ofNCGS 143-215.1;and 1 A NCAC 2B.0211(2)
Violation of Water Quality Standards
Franklin 'dater Treatment Plant
Mecklenburg County, N.C.
Dear Mr. Be
Chapter 143, Article 21 of the North Carolina General Statutes (G.S.) authorizes and
directs the 'Environmental Management Commission of this Department to protect and preserve
the water resources of the State. The Division of Water Quality has the delegated authority to
enforce adapted pollution control rules and regulations.
On July 9 and 10, 2002, Me sers Anthony J. Roux d Mark Popinchalk of the
Mecklenburg County Water Quality Program (MCWQF) conducted an investigation of your
1—+-A n+ ,C'100:Tl,»r.r I.A.— —1.,.a A are l\7::i` hic artcxoc+arr+a+a rs c:roc
fish were killed because of this discharge, including Minnows (Ndtroapis sp.),
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N, C. Division of Water ouaiity 919 North Main Street, Mooresvi7ie NC 28115 Phone [phone]
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Alan W. Kiirr
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Two
ber 17, 2002
Sunfish (Lepomis sp.), Catfish (Ameiurus sp.), Suckers (Catostomus sp. and Eri yzi
0, 2002.
.5.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thou:
on, per day, may be assessed against y person who v
J.S. 143-1.1.
Rusty Rozzelle of'MCWQP at 700 N. Tryon Strut, Suite 205, Charlotte, N.C. 28202.
Be aware that this Office is considering sending a Recommendation for Enforcement
Action to the Director of the Division of Water Quality. If you have an explanation for the
violation that you wish to 11resent, glease include same with the reguested response. Your
explanation will be reviewed and if an enforcement action is still deemed appropriate, your
explanation will be forwarded to the Director along with the enforcement package for his
consideration.
1f you have any questions concerning this report or any other matters, please do not
hesitate to call Ms. Dee Browder or me at 704/663-169 .
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Rusty Rozzelle, MCWQP
DRilajr
N. C. Division of Water Quality 919 North Main Street, Moore

PAGE NO: I
SERVICE REQUEST/WORK ORDER
2002-01315 DATE: 07/11/2002 @ 08:41
WQS TAKEN BY: Anthony J. Roux
IT: Anthony J. Roux
Citizen's Request
FILE DESCRIPTOR 1:
SW-FK-CI-
PILE DESCRIPTOR 2:
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
REQUESTING PARTY INFO
CONTACT:
HDR ENGINEERINNG
COMPANY IWORKPLACE:
ADDRESS:
BUSINESS PHONE NO:
HOME PHONE NO:(
NOTIFICATION PROMPT:
Word of Mouth
FACILITY INFO
COMPANY:
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT 03918107B
ADDRESS:
5200 BROOKSHIRE BV
CHARLOTTE NC 28216-
CONTACT:
John Huber
PHONE NO:
[phone]
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dead fish were found just downstream of the West Blvd bridge. Each of these clumps of fish
lead fish. All species (Notropis sp., Cyprinella sp., Lepomis sp., Ameiurus sp., Catostomus sp.,
rosoma cepedianum and Micropterus salmoides) and size class were represented in these dead fish
,re seen.
iced with a fine layer of rust colored silt. Several bands (stretching from bank to bank) of a white
ie stream bed as well. The water had a murky took to it.
upstream for approximately 500 meters. About 10 large clumps of dead fish were seen (250 or more
1).
:d at Summit Ave. Live fish were seen and the water was clear.
the confluence with Stewart Creek. Dead fish were found in Stewart Creek. Stewart Creek had the
a and had the same rust colored fine silt coating the streambed.
`rom the confluence to Morehead Street. About 7 large clumps of dead fish (200 to 300 fish each) were
i were seen.
Is were taken with a YSI at several locations. The results are listed below.
-EMP DO COND pH
-- — — ------- — --- — — -------------- ----
vd 28.5C 6.9ppm 409umhos 6.7
Av 28.2 11.1 388 7.6
Cr 30.0 6.9 316 6.7

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SERVICE REQUESTIWORK ORDER
stated that he would have samples taken at their standard upstream and downstream monitoring locations for the NPDES
permit and of 1-85 Service Rd.
7/11/02: Received a copy of the CMU Press Release reporting the spill (attached).
Received a copy of the CMU Spill Response Report documenting; the spill and actions taken to remedy the spill (attached).
The CMU spill report indicated that 6,000 of the 13,000 gallons of Aluminum Sulfate spilled reached the receiving stream.
Lawrence Dorsey, NCWRC, reported that he was unable to find any measurable amounts of dead fish throughout the "kill
area". He reported that no fish were seen in Stewart/Irwin Creek from the junction of the Stewart Creek tributary (into which
the (Franklin Water Treatment Plant discharges) to Revolution Park at Remount Rd a distance of approximately 5.5 miles. L.
Dorsey reported that live fish were seen in the stream below Remount Rd.
7/23/02: Spoke with Dee Browder and Rex Gleason, NCDW Q-MRCS regarding the NOV for this spill. Mr. Gleason requested
that an NOV be prepared that cited the following violations:
NCGS 143-15.1 - Creating an Cutlet to Surface waters of the State
Without a Permit
15A NCAC 2B .0211(1): Violation of Water Quality Standards - Best Usage.
Wrote NOV.
COMMENT ........
SAMPLES
DISPOSITION, ETC.
NOTIFIED REQ PARTY: TIME ON SITE: 12:00
VERBAL OR WRITTEN: TRAVEL TIME: 2:00
DATE NOTIFIED: ! ( ADMIN TIME: :30
NOTICE OF VIOLATION: y MILEAGE: 0
LEGAL ACTION: N SITE VISITS: 0
WELL SAMPLE: N RECALL DATE: 1 1
OUTFALL SAMPLE: N STATUS: OPEN
LAKEISTREAM SAMPLE: N DATE CLOSED: ! I
EMERGENCY RESPONSE: N
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0 7 Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
CO Division of Water Quality
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October 9, 2002
5223
Mr. Randy Hawkins
Franklin WTP
5200 Brookshire Blvd.
Charlotte, NC 28216-
SUBJECT, Initial Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification
FIELD PARAMETERS ONLY
Dear Mr. Hawkins:
The Department of Environment and Natural Resources, in accordance with the
provisions of NC GS 143-215.3(a) (10), 15 NCAC 2H .0800, is pleased to certify your
laboratory to perform specified environmental analysis required by EMC monitoring and
reporting regulations 15 NCAC 2B .0500 and 2H .0900 and 2L .0100, .0200, .0300, and
2N .0100 through .0800.
A certificate acknowledging the certification of your laboratory is enclosed for your use.
The certificate describes the requirements and limits of your certification.i Please review
this certificate to insure that your laboratory is certified for all parameters required to
properly meet your certification needs.
Please contact us at 919-733-3908 if you have questions or need additional
information.
Sincerely,
Steve W. Tedder
Chief, Laboratory Section
Enclosure
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Chester E. Whiting
Mooresville Regional Officet,,--'-
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Laboratory Section N. C. Division of Water Quality 1623 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1623
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PPPPP" Attachment I
North Carolina Wastewater/Groundwater Laboratory Certification
Certified Parameters Listing FIELD PARAMETERS ONLY
Lab Name: Franklin WTP Certificate Number: 5223
Address'. 5200 Brookshire Blvd, Effective Date: 10/07/2002
Charlotte, NC 28216- Expiration Date: 12/3112002
Date of Last Amendment:
The above named laboratory, having duty met the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H.0800, is hereby certified for the measurement of the parameters listed below,
CERTIFIED PARAMETERS
INORGANICS
RESIDUAL CHLORINE
Sid Method 4500 Cl G
pH
Std Method 4500 H B
TEMPERATURE
Std Method 2550B
This certification requires maintance of an acceptable quality assurance program, use of approved methodology, and satisfactory performance on evaluation samples. Laboratories are
subject to civil penalties and/or decertification for infractions as set forth In I 6A NCAC 21-1,0807,

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF THE
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
1
LABORATORY CERTIFICATION
In accordance with the provisions ofN.C.G.,S 143.215.3 (a) (1), 143-215.3 (a)(10) and NCAG 2H.0800:
Field Parameter Only
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Is hereby candied to perform environmental analysis as listed on Attachment I and report monitoring data to D Q for
compliance with NPDES effluent, surface water, groundwater, and pretreatment regulations.
By reference 15A NCAG 2H .0800 is made a part of this certificate,
This certificate does not guarantee validity of data generated, but indicates the methodology, equipment, quality control procedures,
records, and proficiency of the laboratory have been examined and found to be acceptable.
This certificate shall be valid until December 31, 2002
Certificate No. 5223
-Steve Vl+! Taddar

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�N A 7 Michael F. Easley, Governor
rNMiam G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
? Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
September 17, 2002
Mr. Sohn C. Huber
Water "Treatment Superintendent
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility Department
Engineering Division
5100 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, NC 28216
Subject; Permit No. WQ0021734
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility Department '
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
Bulk Reclaimed Water Distribution Prograi
Mecklenburg County
Dear Mr.Huber.
In accordance with your request received August 21, 2002 and subsequent submittals, we are fa arc
herewith Permit No. WC 0021734, dated September 17 2002, to the Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility D partn
for the construction and operation of a bulk reclaimed water distribution program from the Franklin W
Treatment Plant.
such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Sue Homewood at (1
5083, extension 502.
Sine ely
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Alan W. Klimek, ,. R
cc: Mecklenburg County Health Department
rr swill Regional Officce4 "water +Qu lity xection
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit SEP 19 2002'
Non' -Discharge Compliance/Enforcement Unit
DES Unit
Black & Veatch

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
BULK RECLAIMED WATER DISTRIBUTION PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolinaas amended,
and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility Department
Mecklenburg County
FOR THE
construction and operation of a bulk reclaimed water distribution program and all associated facilities at the
Franklin Water Treatment Plant (NPDES Permit No. NCO084549).- Bulk reclaimed water, following treatment
and testing according to the water reclamation facility's existing NPDES permit and the conditions provided
herein, may be manually distributed from a three-inch hose connected to a quick -connect coupling and controlled
by a lock -able control panel at a newly constructed truck filling station. All reclaimed water distributed must be
measured and recorded. Bulk reclaimed water may only be distributed to approved trucks and drivers for the
following uses: sewer line flushing, dust control for street sweeping, irrig;ttion of landscapes not intended for
human consumption, vehicle washing at construction sites (not including vehicle underbody), and construction
uses such as soil compaction, dust control, and asphalt reclamation. The bulk reclaimed water distribution
program shall be operated such that no discharge of wastes to surface waters occurs, pursuant to the application
received August 21, 2002 and in conformity with the project plans, specifications, and other supporting data
subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natilral Resources and considered a part
of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until August 31, 22007 and shall be subject to the following
specified conditions and limitations:
1. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
I. Upon completion of construction, a certification must be received from a professional engineer
certifying that the permitted facility has been installed, operated, and managed in accordance with this
permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials. Mail the Certification
to the Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617.
2. The Mooresville Regional Office, telephone number 704-663-1699, shall benotified at least 48 hours
in advance of the first day of operation of the bulk reclaimed water distribution program and facilities
so that an inspection of the facilities can be made and operation of the program may be observed.
Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during the normal office hours from 8:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.

PPPPPF_ 3. The bulk reclaimed water distribution program and facilities shall be effectively maintained and
operated at all times so that there is no discharge to the surface waters, nor any contamination of
ground waters which will render them unsatisfactory for normal use. In the event that the program
and/or facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions or failure
of the application areas to adequately assimilate the wastewater, the Permittee shall take immediate
corrective actions including those actions that may be required by the Division of Water Quality
(Division), such as the construction of additional or replacement reclaimed water treatment facilities
or cessation of the operation of the bulk reclaimed water distribution program.
4. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages to surface
or groundwaters resulting from the operation of the bulk reclaimed water distribution program and
facilities.
5. The Pennittee shall maintain a Spill Prevention, Countermeasures, and Control Plan for the water
reclamation facility as well as for the bulk reclaimed water distribution program.
6. Diversion or bypassing of the untreated wastewater from the reclaimed water treatment facilities is
prohibited.
7. The bulk reclaimed water distribution facilities shall be accessible and operated by authorized
personnel only.
8. The Permittee shall approve all tank trucks for participation in the bulk reclaimed water distribution
program prior to distribution of reclaimed water. Tank trucks shall meet the following minimum
criteria:
a. Tank trucks and other equipment used to distribute reclaimed water shall be clearly identified
with advisory signs.
b. Tank trucks used to transport reclaimed water shall not be used to transport potable water that is
used for drinking or other potable purposes.
c. Tank trucks used to transport reclaimed water shall not be filled through on -board piping or
removable hoses that may subsequently be used to fill tanks with water from a potable water
supply.
d. Tank trucks used to transport septage, raw wastewater, or wastewater residuals shall not be used
to transport reclaimed water.
9. The Permittee shall approve tank truck drivers for participation in the bulk reclaimed water
distribution program prior to distribution of reclaimed water. In addition, the Permittee shall provide
training (bilingual (English and Spanish) as necessary) to all tank truck drivers approved to
participate in the bulk reclaimed water distribution program at a regular frequency. These sessions
shall provide training on, but not limited to, the following topics:
a. Reclaimed water description and safety,
b. Approved and disapproved uses of reclaimed water,
c. Procedures for the application (including buffer maintenance), uses, and storage of reclaimed
water as well as the disposal of unused reclaimed water,
d. Procedures for spill prevention, countermeasures, and control as well as notification
requirements,
e. Personal safety and hygiene issues, and
f. Interaction with the general public.
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ises,
c. Use as a raw potable water supply, and
d. Use after 72 hours of storage.
program shall be approved:
a. Sewer line flushing,
b. Dust control for street sweeping,
c. Vehicle washing at construction sites, not to include washing of vehicle underbodies,
& Landscape irrigation, and
e. Construction uses such as soil compaction, dust control, and asphalt reclamation.
All other uses for reclaimed water shall not be allowed by the Permittee. In the event there is a desire
for the permitting of additional uses, a formal permit modification request must be submitted to the
Division accompanied by an application fee and other supporting materials as may be appropriate.
The approval of this request will be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved.
11. The following buffers shall be maintained during application of reclaimed water distributed through
the bulk reclaimed water distribution program:
a. 100 feet between wetted areas and water supply wells,
b. 10 feet between wetted areas and non -potable well, and
c. 25 feet between wetted areas and surface waters not classified as SA including wetlands as
delineated or designated by the appropriate state or federal agency or any swimming pool.
11 Public access to the application sites and contact with reclaimed water shall be controlled during
reclaimed water distribution and use. Such controls may include public meetings, publication of
notices in local newspapers, notification through television and radio news programs, as well as
distribution of the bilingual educational flyers.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The bulk reclaimed water distribution program and facilities ,shall be properly maintained and
operated at all times.
2. Upon classification of the wastewater treatment and spray irrigation, facilities by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and
employ a certified operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) and one or more certified operator(s) to
be back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0201. The Perrmttee shall
submit the ORC and back-up ORC designations to the WPCSOCC at least 60 days prior to the
introduction of waste into the system. The designated OR shall visit the facilities in accordance with
15A NCAC 8G .0204 and shall comply with all other conditions specified in these rules.
I A certified operator of a grade equivalent or greater than the water reclamation facility shall be
available on -call 24 hours per day.
4. Bulk reclaimed water shall not be distributed for land -based uses nor shall reclaimed water be used
for land -based activities during inclement weather or when the ground is in a condition that will cause
runoff.
5. The Pennittee shall implement adequate measures to prevent reclaimed water runoff from the
application areas.
3

pppppp,- & The bulk reclaimed water distribution program and facilities shall be effectively maintained and
operated as a non -discharge system to prevent the discharge of any reclaimed water resulting from the
operation of the program and its associated facilities.
7. No type of reclaimed water other than that from the Franklin Water Treatment Plant shall be
distributed through the bulk reclaimed water distribution program and facilities.
8. All wastewater shall either be routed to the existing backwash clarifiers of the water treatment
facilities or discharged in strict accordance with the conditions of the facility's existing NPDES
permit should the limit for fecal colifortri (daily maximum concentration of 25 per 100 ml) or
turbidity (instantaneous maximum of 10 NTU) be exceeded, until such time that the levels have
stabilized below these maximum levels.
9. All reclaimed water distributed, but not used within a period not to exceed 72 hours from the time of
distribution, shall be reintroduced at the existing backwash clarifiers for disposal.
111. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including groundwater, surface water, soil or plant tissue analyses) deemed 'necessary
by the Division to ensure surface and ground water protection will be established and an acceptable
sampling reporting schedule shall be followed.
1 As an indicator of proper operation and maintenance, the water treatment facility shall produce an
effluent in compliance with the following limitations:
a
Parameter MonthlyAy�� Dail Instantaneous) Maximum
BOD5 (5-day, 20'C) 10 mg/1 15 mg/1
NH, as N 4 mg/1 6 mg/1
TSS 5 mg/l 10 mg/1
Fecal Coliform 14 per 100 ml b 25 per 100 in]
Turbidity 10 NTU
The effluent PH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
a Monthly averages for all but fecal coliform shall be the arithmetic mean of all samples collected
during the reporting period.
b
Monthly average for fecal coliforra shall be the geometric mean of all samples collected during the
reporting period.
Daily maximum shall be the maximum value of all samples collected during the reporting period.
The effluent from the subject facilities shall be monitored, by the Permittee, at the point prior to
discharge to the bulk reclaimed water distribution facilities for the following parameters:
Parameter Samp 1Rg P -roint Sam lire Freauencv Type of Sam le
Distributed Flow Effluent As Distributed Metered
Turbidity Effluent Continuous Recording
BOD_, (5-day, 20'C) Effluent Once every seven days Grab
N113 as N Effluent Once every seven days Grab
TSS Effluent Once every seven days Grab
Fecal of for Effluent Once every seven days Grab
PH Effluent Once every seven days Grab
4

IF
2
ttee shall maintain applications of all approved tank trucks and drivers on file for the
of less than one year, that the driver participates in the bulb reclaimed water distribution
-urn 4r A-11 h­ 1— th- +1W...,c +.---1,, +1 - ...-w..4..«,s 1. 11. ......«.._
records snatt include, t)ut are not necessartty limited to, the tollowing into ation.
a of distribution,
claimed water distribution,
of reclaimed water,
intended uses,
pproval status of truck operators,
:us of trucks,
status of the bulkr reclamation facility, and
h. Weather conditions.
5. Three copies of all operation and distribution records (as specified in Condition I1I. 4.)shall be
submitted on or before the last day of the month following the month that was monitored. Three
copies of all effluent monitoring data: (as specified in Condition III. 2.) on Form -I' shall be
submitted on or ibefore the last day of the month following the month that was monitored. .All
information shall be submitted, to the following address:
C Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Compliance/Enforcement Unit
1617 Mail Service venter
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Raleigh Regional Office, telephone number (19) 571-
4700, 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 reclamation facility which results in the treatment of significant
amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the
contents of a 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.
d. Any spill of reclaimed waster from the bulk reclaimed water distribution facilities during filling,
from tank trucks during transport, or from tank trucks during'application.
e. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility has gone out of compliance
with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within
five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or
proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.

INSPECTIONS
1 Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to ensure proper
operation and management of the bulk reclaimed water distribution program and facilities.
2 The Permittee or their designee shall inspect the reclaimed balk water distribution program and
facilities to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause
or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance. The
Permittee shall keep an inspection log or surnmary including at least the date and time of inspection,
observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee. This
log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee for a period of three years from the date of the
inspection and shall be made available upon request to the Division or other permitting authority.
3. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon presentation of
credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or relatedto the bulk reclaimed
water distribution program or facilities at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining
compliance with this permit; may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained under the
terms and conditions of this permit, and may obtain samples of groundwater, surface 'water, or
leachate.
V. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1 Thi
are
sp
2: Thi
ap
~e1,
of be approved.
.ante with the conditions of this permit, the appi
ta.
,spect to the nature and volume of wastes d{
to an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina Cameral
15, A to 143-215.6C.
5. The issuance of this permit defies not preclude the Pe tt e from complying with any and
rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other gove ent agencies
and federal) which have jurisdiction.
6. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirt
being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause the Divisic
action to revoke this pen -nit as specified by 15 NCAC 2H .0205 (c)(4).
7. The Permittee, at least six months prior to the expiration of this pen -nit, shall request it
Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the facilitit
therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time and under sucl
and limitations as it may deem appropriate:
6

Tor in trus permit.
9. This permit in no way negates, precludes, or invalidates NPDES Permit Number NCO084549, and the
Pe tree shall continue to comply with all conditions provided for therein.
Permit issued this 17'h day of September, 2002
NORTHC OLINAENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
4,1
C.
-<Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0021734

Permit No. WQ0021734
September 17, 2002
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
Partial Final
l as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of
North Carolina, leaving been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction and operation
of the project,
Project Name Location and County
for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation'
of the construction and operation such that it was observed to be conducted within substantial compliance and
intent of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and ether supporting materials.
Signature Registration No.
Date

BLACK & VEATCH
8520 Cliff Cameron Drive
Suite 350
Charlotte, North Carolina 28269.0019 USA
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Charlotte -Mecklenburg, Utilities
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
Wash Water Reuse Permit Application
Mr. Rex Gleason
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Dear Mr. Gleason:
- ----- - ------
Black & Watco Inf*rnationall Co any
Yk
B&V Project 132'710.100
B&V File A
August 23, 2002
4-o
RECEIVED
AUG 2 6 2002
NC DEPT OF ENVOWMENT
AND NATWAL RESOURCES
000RESYCLE MMAL OFFICE
A copy of a permit modification request made to the Mr. Kim Colson, Division of Water
Quality, is enclosed concerning the reuse of Water Treatment Plant wash water at the Franklin
Water Treatment Plant in Charlotte, North Carolina. In a telephone conversation today with
Mr. Colson, he asked that I send you a copy of the permit application for your regional office to
review in addition to the review being conducted by Mr. Colson's group. The signed copy and
permit fee have been previously sent to Mr. Colson's attention.
As we have previously offered to Mr. Colson, we would be glad to meet with you to review
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities' request should that be deemed helpful in your review of this
application. We are hopeful you will find all the information you need in this packet.
If there is anything we can do to help expedite approval of this request, please feel free to contact
me at any time. 704-510-8421 (office) or 704-905-2482 (mobile)
cc: Kim Colson, DWO
Barry Gullet, CMU
John Huber, CMU
Very truly yours,
BLACK & VEATCH
INTERNATIONAL C MPANY
Kent A. Lackey
building a world of difference-

COPY
CHARLOITE.
August 16, 2002
Mr. Kim Colson
North Carolina Department ent of Environment
d Natural Resources17)
Division of Water Quality lity ,
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
'l Service Center
1617 Mat
Raleigh, North Carolina 2' 699 1617
Subject: WTP Reclaime6ash Water
Bulk Distribution mac Lion
Dear Mr. Colson.
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities would like to request a modification to their existing
NP1 ES Permit No. N O0 4549 at the Franklin Water Treatment Plant ('t TP) to allow
for the bulk distribution of water treatment plant reclaimed wash water via a truck
loading facility. We have reviewed the criteria set forth in State Regulation 1 A NCAC
2H .021 (k) and have attached the required information for your review. The required
permit application fee of $400.00 is enclosed with this request.
Reclaimed WTP wash water would be utilized for the following purposes:
• Irrigation of residential lawns, golf courses, parks, landscape areas, and other
public, industrial or commercial grounds.
• Street cleaning,
• Vehicle washing:
• bust control.
• Aesthetic purposes (i.e., decorative ponds and fountains).
• General construction purposes (none -potable, non -contact).
We have attached the following Appendices for your review and consideration.
Appendix A: Description of design/operation of the reclaimed wash water
facility at the Franklin WTP.
Appendix E; Design drawing for truck loading facility; signedand sealed by
a North Carolina Professional' Engineer.
Appendix C: Specification for the truck loading pump.
Appendix D: Reclaimed water quality monitoring protocol.
Engineering Division 5100 Brookshire Boulevard Charlotte, NC 25215 04/399-2551
('`harintta-MPrklP.nburC Utility Department

Division of Water Quality Page 2
Non -Discharge Pe fitting Unit
Mr. Kim Colson August 16, 2t� 2
Appendix E: Existing wash water discharge water quality data.
Appendix F: ` Existing NPIES flow data.
Appendix G: Training protocol for WTP operators and truck drivers.
It is our intent to provide reclaimed wash water to our customers in order to assist in
handling the current water restrictions and, therefore, ask that NCDENR respond to this
request in as short a time as possible, We understand our request for use of reclaimed
WTP wash water is new to NCI ENR. Therefore, we will be glad to discuss the details
of our request with you in person should that make it easier on the overall review process.
If you require any additional infonnation or have any questions concerning this
application request, Tease feel free to contact me at (7 4) 399-2426 ext. 222.
Very truly yours,
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
John C. Huber
Water Treatment Superintendent
CMU-ltkallsvl
Enclosures
c (wled c.): Barry Gullet, CMU
Randy Hawkins, CMU
Ron Weathers, CMU
Dent Lackey, B V

APPENDIX
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLAINT
RECLAIMED W'T`P WASH WATER DESIGN AND OPERATION
Design Concept
The Intent of the new wash water reclamation facility is to be able to reclaim a portion of
the wash water currently discharged via the existing NPDES; permit. This water will be
used as supplemental supply for existing potable water uses, such as irrigation of public,
commercial, and industrial grounds, street washing, dust control, vehicle washing,
aesthetic purposes, and general construction purposes (non -potable). The wash water
will be pumped from an existing above ground collection box prior to discharge and
pumped to a truck loading station which will allow the filling of tanker trucks. This
facility will be an intermittent use facility.
System Layout (See Appendix B for Design Drawings)
The design of the facility will consist of installing a submersible pump (See Appendix C
for specification) in the existing Effluent Sputter Box which collects overflow from two
existing backwash water clarifiers. Currently the splitter box directs the overflow to the
paint of discharge for the existing INPDES permit. A portion of the clarifier overflow
it be pumped to a new truck loading station for loading into tanker trucks.
The truck loading station will consist of a concrete pad with -inch truck loading piping
installed above the pad. A -inch water meter will be provided in the truck loading
piping for measurement of flow to trucks. A quick connect and dedicated flexible hose
will be provided for use in connecting to trucks prior to filling. The truck loading pad
will contain a sump in the center to collect any drippage that may occur during
connecting and disconnecting of the flexible hose to the truck.
Instrumentation
Continuous turbidity monitoring will be provided for the reclaimed wash water by
installation of;a turbidimeter in the Effluent Sputter Box adjacent to the new truck..
leading pump. • The analyzer will measure the turbidity of the clarified wash water
continuously even when truck loading is not being performed. ed. Flow measurement will be
performed via the water meter installed at the truck loading station. Since reclaimed
wash water flow will not be continuous, an instantaneous flow measurement device will
not be utilized. Flaw will be measured on a volume basis by the water meter. Daily
recordings will be made to measure the total reclaimed water utilized.
:.t

System Control
Truck Loading Pro
The procedure for loa
J will be provided at the truck loading station. Inside the control
FF switch for the truck loading pump, as well as the local readout
lis will allow the operator to verify turbidity compliance while
irbidity limit is exceeded at any time, the pump will immediately
to the control panel will be in the possession of the plant
mate the possibility of loading of reclaimed wash water without
ng reclaimed WTP wash water into approved tankers is a
I . When truck arrives to be filled, truck driver will notify operator to meet at the
truck loading facility.
2. Operator will verify truck driver has been trained regarding use of reclaimed
water by checking their name against the List of .Approved: Reclaimed "Water
Truck Drivers.
. Truck driver will connect hose provided at the truck loading station to the tanker
truck as required for loading.
4. Operator will unlock truck loading panel and verify current turbidity and latest
water quality data meet permit limits.
5. Operator will switch the truck loading pump to CAN and fill the truck.
. Once filled, the pump, will be switched off, and the amount of reclaimed water
loaded into truck along with turbidity and intended use will be written on the
Reclaimed Water Lead Form.
7. The operator will lock the truck loading control panel prior to leaving.
Should the turbidity analyzer read a value above 10 NTU at any time, the pump will be
turned toff immediately.
Compliance with State Regulation 1 A NCAC 2H .4219(k)(1)(D)
The following design components are intended to satisfy the compliance criteria present
in the Slate Regulation 15A NCAC 2H .0219(k)(1)( 7).
• .All tanker trucks carrying reclaimed WTP wash water will be required to have
signage as such "CAUTION; RECLAIMED WATER —DO NOT DRINK."
."
Compliance will be verified prior to loading trucks with reclaimed water. Tanker
trucks which haul reclaimed water will not be used to also haul potable water.
• .All piping from the truck loading pump to the truck loading station will be painted
the color purple (Pantone .522) and identified "CAUTION CLAIMED
WATER —DO NOT ." at I -foot increments.
• Truck loading station concrete pad will have a sign permanently affixed to the
concrete stating "CAUTION: RECLAIMED WATER FILL STATION ONLY."
-

• Truck loading control panel will be labeled "RECLAIMED WATER TRUCK
LOADING PANEL —NOT `OR POTABLE USE."
• Truck loading ;control panel will be lockable to; prevent use by unauthorized
parties.
• The quick connect for loading of trucks will be provided with a lockable cap. Cap
will have a tag which reads "CAUTION: RECLAIMED WATER:- OT FOR
POTABLE USE."
• A dedicated truck loading Bose with multiple types of connections will be provided
at the truck loading station to prevent the possibility of a truck -mounted hose used
for reclaimed water contaminating potable water trucks.
• Where reclaimed water is utilized for aesthetic purposes (fountains or decorative
ponds), signage will be installed to advise the public of the use of reclaimed water.

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APPENDIX
H OTTE-MECKLENBU G UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
RECLAIMED WTP WASH WATER DESIGN DRAWINGS
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APPENDIX
CHA ' OTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
RECLAIMED WTP WASH WATER SPECIFICATIONS
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Section 1115
"
SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS
02399
Data Sheet
A. �0
Para-
Description
Data
Unit
graph
General
ag number.
LP-1
Pump designation.
LP-1
Type of pump installation.
r Wetpit, guide rail mounted
r Drypit, pedestal mounted
r: Wetpit, skid mounted
Number of pumps required.
1
Pump location.
Effluent Splitter Bo
1-1
NEC Division classification.
r: Non -Hazardous
ardour
-4.g7.41
r DKision 1
-5
Division 2
General Equipment Requirements r yes
required.
No
2-5Voltage/phase/frequency,
r: 480 volts, 60 Hz 3 phase
r., Other
When "Other" is selected, indicate
he alternative.
1-3.02
Operation and maintenance
r- yes
manuals required.
r No
-7
Shop testing.
r'" Non -witnessed
r" Witnessed
Not required
Type of contract.
r General Construction
r: Procurement
Service Conditions
Pump application.
Clarifier Effluent
Maximum water temperature.
90
OF [0C3
Seismic zone.
Start and strip against closed
r" yes
valve.
r- No
(CMUD/132710'' )
11150
(Franklin WTP Reuse)
-1-
(080802 )

Site elevation.
765
It [m]
Performance & Design
Requirements
Rated total head.
60
ft [m]
apacity at rated total head,
350
'pm [Us]
Full speed operating head range
30 to 60
ft [m]
for continuous operation.
Minimum shutoff head,
i-[M]
Reduced speed capacity.
N/A
gpm [Us]
Headl at reduced speed capacity.
N/A
ft [m]
Maximum nominal pump speed.
1800
rpm
Approximate minimum pump
N/A
percent
speed.
Max power required at pump input
15
bhp [bkW]
shaft at any point from minimum
perating head to shutoff head.
Efficiency at rated head, w1w,
50
percent
Wetwell depth (guide -rail
N/A
ft [m]
mounted).
Minimum liquid depth in wetwell
2.5
it [m]
(guide -rail and skid mounted),
Minimum NPSHA at rated head.
3ZO
It [m]
Minimum diameter of test sphere,
3
in.trnrnj
Pump desired for reverse
Yes
rotation at rated head.
No
Minimum pump suction nozzle
N/A
in. Im I
size (pedestal mounted).
Minimum pump discharge
4
in. [mm]
nozzle/elbow size.
Maximum allowable vibration limit.
HIS
in./sec.
Other
[mm/s]
When "Other" is selected, indicate
the value.
Pump Construction
2A,02 impeller type.
r Enclosed
L-4,03
r Semi -Open
r- Enclosed or semi -open
r Recessed radial type
Pump Construction Materials
Casing wearing ring,
(4- Bronze or rubber
r Stainless steel
impeller wearing ring.
r Stainless steel
(-- None
(CMUD/132710
11150
(Franklin WTP Reuse)
2-
(080802 )

Food grade oil required.
r' Yes
C+ No
.11Anchor
bolts.
r Stainless steel, Alloy Croup 1 or 2
r"' Stainless steel, Allay Croup 2 only
r Unfinished carbon steel
r Galvanized steel
e" By others
cc+ss Hatch.
-4.10
Access hatch.
r' Yes
C: o
Type of hatch.
r Slagle leaf
r"' Ruble leaf
Material for hatch.
Steel
r Aluminum
Loading criteria for hatch,
r ` 150 psf [7 kPa]
SHT -20 vehicular rating
ccessories
2-4,14
Hoist assembly.
Yes
r« No
Electric Motor
Motor rated for use with
r"` Yes
adjustable frequency drive,
r+ No
Adjustable frequency drive
e yes
required with pump.
No
Controls
-.01
Liquid level sensors required.
Yes
r" No
-6.02
Motor temperature switches
r* Yes
required.
r No
-6.02
Thrust Searing temperature
r yes
witch required.
o
-6.02
Moisture detection system
r* Yes
required.
r" No
Spare Parts
1-6
Number of spare sets of
mechanical seals:
1-6
Number of spare casing wearing-
rings:;
(CMUD/132710 )
11150
(Franklin WTP Reuse},
- -'
(080802
)

1-6 Number of spare impeller wearing 6
rims:
1-6 Number of spare motor bearings.
0
Field Services
-2,01 Installation check required.
" Yes
No
When "Yes" is selected, indicate
number of days.
When "Yes" is selected, indicate
number of round trips.
3-2.Ct2 s Installation supervision required.
r yes
C: N
hen "Yes" is selected, indicate
number of days.
When "Yes" is selected, indicate
number of round trips.
{Giv1UD/132710
11150
(Franklin WTP Reuse)
-4-
Q

Section 11150
SUBMERSIBLE PUMPS
VZORK119MM21111
1-1, SCOPE. This section covers furnishing skid mounted vertical, single -stage,
submersible, nonclog, end suction centrifugal pumping units and controls as
required.
Each pumping unit shall be complete with a close -coupled, submersible electric
motor, and all other appurtenances specified, or otherwise required for proper
operation.
1-1.01. Terminol2gy. When the phrase "as required" is stated in this
section it shall mean "as required in the attached Data Sheet!'.
1-2. GENERAL. Equipment furnished under this section shall be fabricated and
assembled in full conformity with drawings, specifications, engineering data,
instructions, and recommendations of the equipment manufacturer, unless
exceptions are noted by ENGINEER. Hydraulic considerations and definition of
terms shall be as set forth in the Hydraulic Institute Standards,
1-2,01. General Eauiomeat Reauirements. All electrical, instrumentation, and
dedicated equipment control panels furnished under this Contract shall bear the
label of a qualified national testing laboratory (NRTL). The label shall convey the
laboratory's declaration of the equipment safety and suitability for intended use
on this Project.
This requirement shall also apply to all equipment furnished under this Project
which is fabricated under a national code or standard such as ASTM, ANSI, or
NEMA which references certification by a national testing laboratory as part of
the equipment manufacturing process.
Manufacturer's standard model or catalog numbers referenced within these
Specifications may possibly not be standardly provided with such NRTL labeling.,
It is the intent of this NRTL labeling requirement within this paragraph to require
third party NRTL labeling of this equipment or substitution of equivalent
equipment which does incorporate the NRTL label.
1-2.02. Tagging. Each item of equipment and each part shipped separately
shall be identified with indelible markings for the intended service. Tag numbers
shall be clearly marked on all shipping labels and on the outside of all containers.
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1-2.03. Abbreviations. Reference to standards and organizations herein shall be
as indicated by the following designations.
AFBMA Antifriction Bearing Manufacturers Association
ALMA American Gear Manufacturers Association
AISI American Iron and Steel Institute
ANSI American National Standards Institute
ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers
ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials
NPT National Pipe Thread
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
1-3. SUBMITTALS,
1-3.01. Drawings and Data. Not Used.
1-3,02. eration and Maintenance Data and Manuals. When required,
adequate operation and maintenance information shall be supplied. Operation
and maintenance manuals shall be submitted in accordance with the submittals
section.
Operation and maintenance manuals shall include the following:
a. Equipment function, normal operating characteristics, and limiting
conditions.
bAssembly, installation, alignment, adjustment, and checking
instructions.
c. Operating instructions for startup, routine and normal operation,
regulation and control, shutdown, and emergency conditions.
d. Lubrication and maintenance instructions.
e. Guide to troubleshooting.
f. Parts lists and predicted life of parts subject to wear.
g. Outline, cross-section, and assembly drawings; engineering data; and
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wiring diagrams.
h. Test data and performance curves, where applicable.
The operation and maintenance manuals shall be in addition to any instructions
or parts lists packed with or attached to the equipment when delivered.
1-4. QUALITY ASSURANCE.
1-4.01. Balance. All rotating parts shall be accurately machined and shall be in
as nearlyperfectrotational balance as practicable. Excessive vibration shall be
sufficient cause for rejection of the equipment. The mass of the unit and its
distribution shall be such that resonance at normal operating speeds is avoided.
in any case, the unfiltered vibration velocity, as measured at any point on the
machine including top of motor, shall not exceed the maximum velocity as
indicated for vertical, end suction, solids handling pumps in Figure 9.6.4.10 of the
governing standard.
At any operating speed, the ratio of rotative speed to the critical speed of a unit
or its components shall be less than 0.8 or more than 1.3.
1-5. DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING.
1-5.01. Pre oration for Shi mot. All equipment shall be suitably packaged to
i-Al- --A 4- -,-4,--+ --^*.--+ A-;�^ . ^A All
,d from exposure to the elements al
of ENGINEER.
Grease and lubricating oil shall be applied to all bearings and similar items.
1-5.02. phi . Before shipping each item of equipment shall be tagged or
marked as identified in the delivery schedule or on the Shop Drawings.
Complete packing lists and bills of material shall be included with each shipmen°
1-5.03.terae and Hadlinn. Not Used
1-6. SPARE PARTS. Not Used
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PART 2 - PRODUCTS
-1. SERVICE CONDITION(
be suitable for the service co
The
All equipment furnished shall be dein
operate satisfactorily at the elevation ind
n n M=CnMAAtsV( enin n 1r-K1 R
tProyle
I• s •
unless otherwise indicated.
;peed pumps shall includes losses
efficiency for variable speed
adjustable frequency drive, and
any transformers supplied as part of the adjustable frequency drive equipment.
The minimum hydrostatic test pressure shall be 1.5 times shutoff head plus max
suction ;pressure.
•
supplier.
-. MATERIALS.
Stator Housing, Oil Chamber Cast iron; ASTM A4 .
Housing, Impeller Casing, and
Impeller
Casing Wearing Ring Bronze, ASTNI B62,° or rubber.
Bottom Wearing Plate Cast iron, ASTM A48 with spiral
grooves.
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Shaft Alloy steel, hard chrome plated; or
martensitic stainless steel, AlSl
Type 416 or 420.
Mechanical Seats 2 tandem single type, oil lubricated
with silicon or tungsten carbide seal
rings at all points, except the upper
rotating seal, which shall be
carbon,
Epoxy Coating
Primer & Finish Coat Carboline "Carboguard 891" or
Tnemec "Series N140 Pota-Pox
Plus".
2-4. PUMP CONSTRUCTION.
2-4.01. Impeller Casing, The impeller casing shall have well-rounded water
passages and smooth interior surfaces free from cracks, porosity, blowholes, or
other irregularities.
2-4.02, LMpeller. The impeller shall be a serniopen an enclosed recessed
one-piece casting with not more than two nonclog passages . The interior water
passages shall have uniform sections and smooth surfaces and shall be free
from cracks and porosity. The impeller shall be dynamically balanced and
securely locked to the shaft by means of a key and self-locking bolt or nut.
2-4.03. Wearing Ain s. For pumping units 20 hp [15 kWJ and larger, renewable
1111Vz> >Ifall Lit; fJIVVI%A1z;%A III umi WGAQIIqI I 1a" I 11,zja
adjustable wearing plate shall be provided in the casing. Casing wearing ring
shall be securely fastened to the impeller casing front cover to provide either ar
axial or radial running clearance. Axially adjustable wearing plate shall be
arranged to permit adjustment of the axial running clearance between the
impeller and plate. The wearing plate shall have an outward spiraling, groove
designed to force stringy solids outward and away from the impeller.
2-4,04. Qil Chamber No sin The oil chamber shall contain a drain plug and
vent plug.
2-4.05, Mechanical Seals. Each pump shall be provided with two mechanical
rotating shaft seals arranged in tandem and running in an oil chamber. Each
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HMWJMM�r�
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2-4.07.03, Lifting Chain. Each pumping unit shall be provided with a 316
stainless steel chain suitable for removing and installing. The chain shall be 40
feet in length and shall be fabricated in 10 foot lengths. Five 316 stainless steel
screw pin anchor shackles shall be provided to connect the 10 foot lengths of
chain together, to connect the chain assembly to the pumping unit, and to
connect the chain assembly to the lifting mechanism supplied by the Owner.
2-4.08. Pedestal Mounted Base. Not Used
2-4.08,01. Suction Elbow. Not Used
24M. Skid _Mounted Base. Each skid mounted base shall be provided with a
fabricated steel skid extending from the bottom of the volute to the floor for the
purpose of supporting the pump as a free standing unit.
2-4,10, Access _Hatch Cover. Not Used
2-4.11. Anchor Bolts. Not Used
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2-4.12. abgp—Pa
pumped liquid or
the impeller, and
M=#
All iron and steel parts which will I
in contact with
inside of the casing,
d in accordance with
ted with the epoxy coating
,,kness of at least 10 mils
ie or more finish coats, At
rnished with each pump for

2-6.01. Liquid Level Sensors. Sensors shall consist of an assembly of weighted
floatswitches with integral cables and shall be furnished by the pump
manufacturer when required. Manufacturer shall provide one low-level level
switch to be mounted by others. Sensors shall be Flygt "ENM-1 0 Level
Sensors", ABS "Float Switches", or Consolidated Edison "Model 9G Float
Switches". Each system of sensors shall be furnished complete with all required
aluminum mounting brackets, weights, galvanized steel mounting pipes and
accessories.
2-6,02, um Controls. Each motor shall be protected by one motor
temperature switch embedded in each phase winding. Each switch shall be
designed to operate at 140cC (* 50C). Each switch shall be normally closed
automatic reset type rated 5 amps at 120 volts ac. The switches shall be wired in
series with end leads wired to terminals within the motor housing.
Each motor housing shall be provided with a moisture detection system complete
with all sensors, control power transformers, intrinsically safe control modules,
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and relays. The moisture detection system shall be rated for a 120 volt ac or
24 volt ac supply. The moisture detection system shall provide two normally
open dry output contacts rated 5 amps at 120 volts ac, The contacts shall close
when moisture is detected in the motor housing. All moisture detections system
components shall be furnished by the pump supplies and shall be shipped loose
for installation into the motor controller enclosure, or if required to be mounted
separately all components shall be mounted in a NEIVIA 4 stainless steel
enclosure.
2-7. SNAP TESTS. Not Used
PART 3 .. EXECUTION
3-1. _INSTALLATION. Not Used
3- . FIELD QUALITY CONTROL..
-2.01. Installation Check. Not Used
-2.02. Installation Supervision. Not Used
End of Section'
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APPENDIX D
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
CLAIMED WTI' WASH "WATER.. -WATER QUALITY
MONITORING PROTOCOL
The monitoring protocol for the reclaimed WTP wash water system has been developed
for compliance with State Regulation 15A. NCAC 2H .0219(k)(1)(B) where reuse is
utilized in conjunction with another managed wastewater option. to this case, the other
managed wastewater` option is the, existing NPUES Permit No. NC"O084549. The below -
described monitoring protocol will be in addition to those already established under the
current approved NPDES permit for the Franklin Water Treatment. Data sampled for
each of the rewired water duality constituents from July 31, 2002 to August 9 2002, are
included in Appendix E. In addition, weekly grab samples for total suspended residual
and turbidity are presented for the years 2000-2002. All the sample results indicate the
current level of treatment of the wash water will consistently meet the reclaimed water
quality limits.
A Com i c Limits. The compliance limits for the reclaimed water system will be s
set forth in State Regulation 1A NCAC 2H .0219(k)(1)(B)(iii) and as indicated
below.
Reclaimed Water Treatment Plant Wastewater Compliance Limits
Water Quality lady Maximum Monthly Average Continuous
Constituent Limit Limit Monitorin Limit
TS, rngll 10
:Decal Colifo 2511 0 ml 141100 ml
BOD5, l 1'S 10
NH3, mgll fi 4
T idity NTU - - 10
B. Monitorina Guidelines. Reclaimed water duality constituents and flow will be
measured based on the following guidelines.
• Total Suspended Solids, TS: TSS will be monitored: via a grab sample taken
once every 7 days:
• Fecal Colifo Fecal coliform will be monitored via a grab sample taken
once every 7 days.
• BODS: BOOS will be monitored via a grab sample taken once every 7 days.
• NH3: NH3 will be monitored via a grab sample taken once every 7 days.
• Turbidity: Turbidity will be measured using a continuous online turbidity
analyzer which samples flow in the Effluent Sputter Box.
U-1

Flow: Reclaimed water usage will be measured using a mechanical water
meter installed in the truck loading piping. Records will be kept indicating the
volume of reclaimed water used per day.
After 6 months of weekly sampling, should the collecteddata indicate that the water
quality constituents BOD5, NH3, fecal colifo ) are consistently well below the
permit limit, we would anticipate reducing the frequency of sampling to one grab
sample per month.
C. Reportint;. Reclaimed water monitoring data will be reported to the Division of
Water Quality with the NPI ES reports on a monthly basis. The reporting format to
be used for reclaimed water reporting is attached at the end of this appendix.
It is anticipated that there will be extended periods when reclaimed water will not be
utilized. The additional water quality monitoring for reclaimed water will not be
performed during the extended periods of non-use. However, before using reclaimed
water after these non-use periods, monitoring will begin at least 1 week prior to truck
loading, with at least three grab samples measuring each water quality constituent
being performed.
D. Non-eom Hance. Should the monitoring data indicate reclaimed water quality is not
compliant with the permit limits at any time the following procedure will be
followed;
I . Upon indication of non-compliance with any of the monitored water quality
limits, all truck loading operations will immediately cease.
2. If non-compliance is associated with TSS, B D5 NH3,or fecal coliform, the
monitoring period will be reduced to daily grab samples.
3 The period of compliance with the permitted limits required prior to
re -commencing use of reclaimed waster will allow for a minimum of three
compliant measurements. Truck loading of reclaimed water will not
re -commence until compliance with the permit limits is achieved based on the
following:
Non -compliant Water Period of Compliant Readings Prior tc
Quality Constituent Commencing Reclaimed Water Use
Turbidit 2 hours''
TSS days
BC) clays
11 Fecal Coliform 3 days
NH3 3 days It
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APPENDIX E
CHA E-MECKLENB RG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
CLAIMED ' TP WASH WATER HISTORICAL
WATER. QUALITY DATA

Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
B&V Project 132710.100
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
S&V Pile A
Wash Water Reclamation WQ Data
1 -,dug-02
Description: Water Quality Sampling Data from backwash water clarifier overflow prier to surface discharge.
Sampling Technique; Grab sample
I-13
B055
Fecal C liforms
m /1
m /1
#/100 ml`
Compliance Limits (Gaily Max)
6
15
25
MonthC Ave
4
10
14
Sample Date (Reporting Limit)
0.2
2<
1
07/31/2002
<01
<2
<1
08/01/2002
0.3
2
<1
08/02/2002
<0.2
<2
<1
08/03/2002
08/04/2002
08/05/2002
<0.2
3
<1
08/06/2002
<0.2
<2
<1
08/07/2002
<0.2
<2
<1
08/08/2002
0.2
<2
{1
08/9/2002
<0.2
<2
<1

6.0
Turbidity' }
5.C1
4._..
3.0
r
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+► a ► +► �►
1»t e_ i►
e®+
40
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0.0
1/01/0 04 /0 07/19/ 0 0127/0 � 0 /04/01 0 /1 /fJi J ti 1 �} Jtii f} / 1Jt� /1 /

.0 p
�e�11 Ut1C�EwC1 e�cl+ {mJi.} �►
7.0
6.0
5.0
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1 A. �
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♦ ♦ ♦ j AL
l
A
♦ A A
♦ A♦ ♦' ♦ A A
1.0 :_ _.
0.0
01/01/00; 04/10/00 07/19/00 10/27/00 02/04/01 05/1 /01 08/23/01 12/01/010 /11/02 06/19/02

APPENDIX E
CHA O E-MECKLENBt RG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
EXISTING NPDES HISTORICAL
FLOW DATA
F

€3.000
�� F1c (MI}
7.000
6.000
5.000
`.. 4.000
` 4►y�.��
3.000
1000
A, k-14 40�*
* '►+` �'
0.000
01/01/00 04/10/00 07/1 /00 10/ /OCR 0 /t / 1 05/ /01 08/ 3/01 1 OI i 03/11/0 06/1 /0

APPENDIX
CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
TRAINING PROTOCOL FOR WTP OPERATORS
AND TRUCKDRIVERS
eatment operators and truck drivers who will be performing operations in regard
:w reclaimed wash water truck loading facility will be training in the following
4atutory/Permit Guidelines and Requirements.
dater Quality Limits
'acility Operation.
aformation Contacts.
cit of the training will be to provide the operators and true drivers with the
ion necessary to erasure reclaimed water is utilized in a manner consistent with
Cory and permit requirements. Furthermore, it will provide general information
g the wash water quality and contacts for additional information should they
.r questions from the public during use of reclaimed water.
ling Reouirements.' .All water treatment operators and truck drivers who will be
Ming or hauling reclaimed wash water will be required to complete training prior
be conducted by personnel designated by Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities. Truck
training of truck drivers will consist of review of the information presented on the
Reclaimed Water Information Data Sheet (attached). Each truck driver will be issued
a copy of the data sheet to be kept in the vehicle while reclaimed water is being
hauled.
2. Reclaimed Water Log Forms. Reclaimed water log forms will be provided in the
reuse truck loading control parcel which will be completed by the operator and truck
driver when the loading facility is utilized (see attached). The log forms will be
utilized by the operators to verify training of truck drivers, as well as compliance with
water quality limits prior to loading of trucks. The log forms will contain the
following information:
• Water Quality Data Form.
• List of Approved Reclaimed Water Truck Drivers.
• Reclaimed Water Load Form.
-i

ze Water Quality Data F
mn will contain the results of the previous sampling data
fecal coliforms. This will allow the operator to verify the
latest water duality data are in compliance with the permit limits prior to filling of
trucks.
The List of Approved Reclaimed Water Truck Drivers will contain the name of all
drivers who have received training, This will be used to verify proper training has
been received prior to loading of c s. If training has not been received, the truck
driver may receive training by the designated personnel at that time, or the truck
driver will not be able to haul reclaimed water.
The Reclaimed Water Load Form will consist of the pertinent information gathered
during the loading of each truck with reclaimed water. The form will list date and
time truck was loaded, the quantity of reclaimed water loaded, turbidity at the
beginning of loading, truck driver signature, and operator initials. This form will
allow the operators to verify turbidity is within compliance prior to loading. ; In
addition, the operator will be able to verify the truck driver has received training.
This form will be used to record the volume of reclaimed water utilized on a daily
basis.
t

CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
CLAIMED WATER INFORMATION DATA SHEET
Purpose
The use of reclaimed WTP wash water is intended to provide for beneficial use of
existing WTP effluent streams which would otherwise be discharged to the environment.
Reclaimed Water Usage
Reclaimed WTP wash water has been accepted as a supplement for potable water usage
regarding only the following applications
• Irrigation of residential lawns, golf courses, parrs, landscape areas, and other
public, industrial, or commercial grounds.
• Street cleaning.
• Vehicle washing,
• Dust control.
All other applications will be considered to not be in compliance with the permit by
which reclaimed water usage was accepted at this facility —Franklin Water Treatment
Plant. It is the responsibility of the truck driven to ensure that reclaimed water is only
applied in a manner in compliance with the following uses and guidelines. If it is
discovered that reclaimed water application has occurred which is not in compliance with
the uses and guidelines described herein, the truck driver's authorization to use reclaimed
water will be immediately revoked.
Water (duality
At the time a truck is loaded with reclaimed water, the water quality of the reclaimed
WTP wash water will be in compliance with the permit limits as stated below.
Reclaimed Water Treatment Plant Wastewater Compliance Limits
Water Quality Daily Monthly Continuous
Constituent Maximum Limit Avera e Limit Monitorin Li it
TSS, mg/l 10 5
Fecal Colifo 25/100 ml 1 /100 ml
OD5, m /l 15 10
NH3, r g/1 6 4
Turbidity NTIJ 10
These water duality permit limits have been established by statutory regulation as that
which will provide for protection of public health and environment.
G-

Reclaimed Water Use Guidelines
• Reclaimed water for irrigation shall not be applied any closer than 100 feet to any
existing surface waters, including creeks, rivers, wetlands, etc.
• Reclaimed water shall not be applied closer than 100 feet from any water supply
well.
Public NotificationlSignage
• All vehicles utilized to haul reclaimed water shall be clearly identified on all sides
with advisory signs "CAUTION: RECLAIMED WATER —DO NOT DRINK."
• Tanker trucks utilized to haul potable water for drinking shall not be used for
reclaimed water.
• Loading of tanker trucks with reclaimed water will not be completed using
on -board piping or hoses unless the piping and hoses are dedicated for
non -potable water use only.
Information/Emergency Contact
John Huber
Water Treatment Supervisor
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
5200 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 2216
[phone] ext. 22
Randy Hawkins (iRC)
Plant Supervisor
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
5200 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 2 216
(704) 9-2426 et. 261
Steve Nations (OR.C)
Chief Operator
Franklin Water Treatment Plant
5200 Brookshire Boulevard
Charlotte, North Carolina 2216
(704) 99-2426 et. 26
G-

CHA LOTTE- ECKLENBURG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
WATER QUALITY DATA FORM . RECLAIMED WATER
EFFLUENT
NPDF5 PERMIT NO. C 0 8454 , Discharge No- 001 MONTH: June YEAR: 2002
FACILITY NAME: Franklin Water Treatment Plant CLASS: I COUNTY: " Mecklenburg
OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE (ORC): Steve Nation GRADE: IV PHONE: [phone]
CERTIFIED LABORATORIES: Pace Analvncal Services Inc.
Cheek block if ORC has changed El PERSONS) COLLECTING SAMPLES: Steve Nation
Mail ORIGINAL and one copy to:
TTN: CENTRAL FILES x
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (SIGNATURE OF OPERATOR IN RESPONSIBLE CHARGE) DATE
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER BY THIS SIGNATURE, I CERTIFY THAT THIS REPORT IS
LEIGH, NC 27626-1617 ACCURATE AND COMPLETE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE.
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DEM Form MR-1 (12193) NO No Discharge

CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER. TREATMENT PLANT
LIST OF APPROVED RECLAIMED WATER TRUCK DRIVERS
y hiele Operator Firm Date of Instructor
Training

CHARLOTTE-MECKLENBURG-UTILITIES
FRANKLIN WATER TREATMENT PLANT
ReclaimedWater Load Form
Reclaimed Pre -Load =Loladed,
Quantity
:bate FirmSignature T'ur idty, gal
Water Use r�tia

�..,
GOMMMMAD
Ct-ftRLOTTE.,
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Mr. David Goodrich �
Supervisor, NPDES Permit Unit
NCDENR
1617 Mail Service {enter
Raleigh, NC 27626-1617
John tuber, Superintendent
;City Of Charlotte
Water Treatment Division
5200 Brookshire Blvd.
Charlotte, NC". 28216
SUBECT: Effluent Discharge Sampling Proposal
Alum Residuals Facilities
Franklin Water 'Treatment Plant
l"J S Permit No. NCO084549
Mecklenburg Co. NC 2216
Dear Mr. Goodrich,
Due to recent re-routing of storm water and ether drainage at the Franklin Water Plant
facility there is not an upstream supply above the point where the effluent discharge
enters its sire bed. Therefore, we would like to submit a change for our new permit
that begins in' August 2001.
We are requesting that you consider our NPDES monitoring to consist ofonly the
effluent sampling and for us to cease taping upstream downstream les. This
proposal was discussed with Dee Browder during the onsitevisit on June 8, 2001 in
review of our permit renewal.
Attached is two years worth of data showing our effluent turbidities. The turbidities are
consistently below 50 ntus If we somehow exceed 50 ntus at our discharge we would
then monitor it at the upstream d downstream where the flow enters the tributary to
Stewart Creek..
This request is being made because of the treacherous conditions that exist at the point
the streams meet.
Water Treatment 5200 Brookshire Boulevard Charlotte, NC 2821604t 99-2426
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utility Department

you have any questions ou can contact me by
Sincerely,
01 -/-) )/ � I
1 1
John Huber, Superintendent
Water Treatment Division
City Of Cbarlotte
c. Steve Nation
°
Nke
Parker
Randy Hawkins
in (704-399-242 Extension 222.

The following table summarizes the effluent turbidity analysis performed by Pace
Labs and Prism Labs during the last two years. This information is submitted to
demonstrate the excellent and consistent quality of the Alum Residuals clarifier
wastewater effluent discharge. Data is recorded in NTUs.
Month Year'
Week I
Week 2
-
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
May, 2001
<0.50
<0.50
<0.50
<0.50
<0.50
April, 2001
1.1
0.50
0.50
<0.50
March, 2001
1.3
0.50
2.2
2.4
Feb., 2001
0.60
0.50
2.0
1.7
Jan., 2001
0.70
0.70
0.80
<0.50
1.0
Dec., 2000
0.80
0.50
<0.50
0.9
Nov., 2000
<0.5
<0.5
0.60
<0.5
Oct., 2000
1.5
<0.5
<0.5
<0.5
<0.5
Sept., 2000
1.5
<0.5
0.61
0.61
Aug., 2000
<0.5
<0.5
<0.5
0.52
<0.5
July, 2000
<0.5
0.5
<0.5
<0.5
June,2000
1.0
0.5
<0.5
<0.5
May, 2000
<0.5
<0.5
<0.5
0.50
0.90
April, 2000
0.8
<0.5
<0.5
<0.5
March, 2000
<0.5
0.5
0.5
0.6
Feb., 2000
1.5
0.9
1.0
0.5
<0.5
Jan., 2000
1.0
1.0
0.5
1.1
Dec., 1999
1.0
0.5
3.0
0.5
Nov., 1999
0.5
<0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
Oct., 1999
0.8
0.5
1.0
0.5
Sept., 1999
3.9
0.6
0.6
<0.5
Aug., 1999
0.5
<0.5
<0.5
0.5
0.6
July, 1999
<0.5
<0.5
1.0
<0.5
June,1999
1.2
1.1
<0.5
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_uesign Calculations
r ter Treatment
Improvements
Charlotte ec lenb r Utilities
:prepared By
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Hobbs, Upchurch and Associates P.A.
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Charlotte, North Carolina
October, 99

Franklin WTP Improvements
The subject project consists of various improvements at the Franklin Water
Treatment Plant in Mecklenburg County. Included is the installation of a
filtrate pump station and dechlorination unit on the waste stream, a vacuum
priming system for the finished water pump station, and various site
improvements at the raw water pump station.
The following data collected on the wastewater treatment system has been
utilized as design parameters for the filtrate pump station and dechlorination
unit:
Average Daily Flow 1.3 million gallons / day
Maximum Flow Rate 3.3 million gallons / day
Minimum Flow Rate 0.4 million gallons / day
Average C12 0.08 mg/L
Maximum C12 0.32 mg/L
Minimum C12 0.00 m.2JL
Filtrate Average 600 gpm
Filtrate Maximum 425 gpm
({one Belt in Service)
Filtrate Maximum 850 gpm
(Two Belts in Service)
Filtrate Minimum 0 gpm (Intermittent flows)
Attached are design calculations for the proposed filtrate pump station and
the chemical feed criteria for dechlorination. Also included is a system
head curve plotted versus a potential pump curve.
The Vacuum Priming System was sized in accordance with manufacurer's
recommendations based on the following design parameters:
Suction Pipe Diameter 48"
Cubic Feet of Air in Suction Pipes 850 cf
Vacuum Tank Size 36"x48"
Motor Hp Required 5 Hp

Construction Sequence Plan
The installation of the dechlorination unit will not require any significant
modification to existing facilities. The unit will be enclosed in a stand alone
fiberglass building to be installed can a concrete pad at a pre -determined
location can site. The application point for the chemical feed shall be located
t the sputter box on the effluent side ;ofthe backwash clarifiers. This
sputter box may easily be isolated with existing slide gates for installation
of
The filtrate pump station will be installed can an existing 1 2" gravity sewer
line between the dewatering building and the backwash residuals pump
station. Per conversations with the plant operator, the dewatering building
can be taken out of operation for up to 48 hours, without encountering any
adverse impacts.
The existing gravity sewer line will remain in service as a back-up to the
proposed pump station. The base and risers for the wet well may be
installed during one 48 hr period. Dewatering operations may then b
continued utilizing the newly installed wet well and existing gravity line.
The pumps, rail systems, controls, force main, etc. may be then be installed
dewatering operations. If necessary, a by-pass line may be installed on the
existing gravity line for greater construction time allowance without
disrupting operations.
The ether proposed site i prove ents will have no direct effect on plant
operations;

HOBBS. UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES'. P.A.
Consulting Engineers
t: 00 Baxter Street, Suite 185. Charlotte, NC 28204
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
DESIGN CALCULATIONS
Project: Franklin PImprovements
HIJA o: CLT901
Owner: Charlotte Meeklenburg
Date: 30 -Au -99
Franklin WTP Improvements
Pump Station
Estimated Flown
Filtrate (l belt in service)
425;gpm
Filtrate Average
600 to
Filtrate (2 belts in service)
950 � m
Selected Primp Rate t; l pump on}
Selected Pump Rate (Z pumps on)
93l
Design Conditions
{}O gPM &= 22.0 ft
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Design Calculations
Force Main
Destination:
:FN thi�X144' W
Equivalent Length:
100 if
Size:
8 in
Velocity:
119 fps
High Point (In Force Main):
784.0 ft
Low Point (Pump Off Elev):
764,5 ft
Elevation Differential:
19.5 ft
'et veil
Rectangular or Circular:
(Ml mensions on Side Dimensions
or Radius)
Side Dimensions (If Rectangular):
Radius (If Circular):
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Invert In:
771,5 it
High Water Level:
771,5 ft Grade 11-l"i-1,11,1
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Low Water Level-
764.5 ft Invert In
Volume:
1618 gal High Water
77E5 ft
Pump On Time (I pump on):
2 L6 min Lac pump on
77U it
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Pump Off Time (I pump on):
3,2 min Lead pump on
769.0 ft
Cycles per Hour:
2 cph Pump off
,13ortom of PS
763.0 ft
[15soenth
16O ft
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HOBBS. UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A.
Consulting Engineers
1300 Baxter Street. Suite 185, Charlotte, NC 29204
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
DESIGN CALCULATIONS
Franklin WTP Improvements
Design Calculations
Pit S
Total Dynamic Head
Static Head
High Point (In the farce Main) if . .
Lows Point (Pump Off Elevation) " 7645 ft
Total Static Head
lU ft
Fdsiim Head
Size Lxeneth
Flow C Factor Head Lass Veloccity
t 1. at "i ..10 l£ .`:.
30(7 m t a 3.13 f s
Purno Station Lass
Estimated Loss
2,0 ft
Total Dvnamic Head
21.9 ;ft
Design Head
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Consulting Engineers
1300 Baxter Street, Suite 185, Charlotte N(
Phone [phone] Fax (704) 3
DESIGN CALCULATIONS
ject: Franklin NVTP improvements 111A No: CLT "I
ter: Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities Date: 30-Sep-99
Franklin WTP Improvements
Dechlorination-Chemical Feed
Flo�,v
1,30 mgd
kily Flow
3,30 mgd
.,evel
OM PPM
dorine Level
0.32 ppra
,ge (SWium Thiosulfate:C12)
1.50
ge (Sodium Bisulfite-C12)
1.40
rate (Na Tbiosulfate) in lb/dity
130 lb/day MGD x 8,34 (lb/gal) x ppin x Ratio
rate (Na Bisulfite) in lb/day
1, 21 lb/day
(Na Thiosulfate) in lb/day
13.21 lb/day
(Na Bisulfite) in lb/day
12.33 lb/day
rate (NaThiosulfate) in gal/day
0.52 gal/day
rate (Na Bisulfite) in gal/day
0.38 gal/day
(Na Thiosulfate) in gal/day
5.28 gal/day
(Na Bisulfite) in gal/day
3.89 gal/day
5odiurn osulfate (30% Solution)
3odiura Bisulfite (38% Solution)
3odiura'flaosulfate and Sodium Bisuffite both provide safe, effective means of dechlorination
Zapid Nlfixing at the point of application is an absolute requirement.
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Consulting Engineers
1300 Baxter Street • Suite 185 Charlotte, NC 28204
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"A"ORAL J�j;otiRcpg`
December 6, 1999
Mr. David A. Goodrich DEC 1 3 1999
Supervisor, NPDES Permit 11Y)SV4
Division of Water Quality LJO�IJ'SviLLE C4s-
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 29536
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0536
RE: Authorization to Construct, Letter of Request
Permit No. NCO084549 / Franklin wrp
Charlotte -Mecklenburg Utilities
Franklin Water Treatment Plant Improvements
Dear Mr. Goodrich:
As the engineering agent representing Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities, Hobbs, Upchurch
and Associates would like to request an Authorization to Construct for the subject project
as identified in this submittal.
I
basin, two residuals thickener's, and a belt filter press.
The subject project involves the installation of a dechlorination unit and the addition of a
pump station to redirect the flow of filtrate from the belt filter press. The existing
NPDES permit does not establish an effluent limitation for residual chlorine.
Consequently, a dechlorination it has not been previously installed. However, a
supplement to the current permit allows for the installation of a dechlorination unit.
Therefore, we are proposing the attached chemical feed system to improve the effluent
quality and the ability to meet anyfuture discharge limits on chlorine.
The filtrate from the belt filter press currently flows by gravity to the effluent from the
backwash clarifiers. Consequently, it has a retarding effect on the thickening process.
By installing the proposed pump station, filtrate can be redirected to the backwash
lagoons; thereby improving the overall treatment process.
Charlotte, NC * Telephone [phone] * Fax [phone] * e-mail: [e-mail]
Southern Pines # Myrtle Beach # Kill Devil Hills - Raleigh

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December,

TABLE OF -CONTENTS
Franklin Water Treatment Plant Improvements
CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
I. Clearing and Grubbing
1-1
2. Excavation and Embankment
2-1
3. Stonn Drains
3-1
4. Concrete Structures
-1'
5. Vacuum Priming System
5-1
o. Seeding and Turfing
6-1
. Bituminous Concrete Surface Curse, Type I-
7-1
8. Materials, Gravity Mains & Farce Mains
-1:
9. Pipe Installation/Gravity Mains & Force Mains
9-1
10.Earthwork/Gravity Mains- & Force Mains
10-1
11. itework/Gravity Mains & Farce Mains
11-
12. Sewage Pump Station
1-1
13, Dechlorination Unit
13-1
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SECTION I
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
CLEARING AND GRUBBING
INTENTS'
01. = {general
02. Construction Methods
03. Method of Measurement
04. Basis of Payment
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^
=ing the surface of the ground of the designated area of all trees, stumps,
, snags, brush, undergrowth, hedges, heavy growth of grass or weeds, fences,
and -rubbish of any nature, natural obstructions of such material which in the
gineer is unsuitable for the foundation of required structures, including the
�s, roots, matted roots, foundations, and the disposal from the project of all
ilting from clearing and grubbing by burning or otherwise,
CONSTRUCTION METHODS:
btain andfile with Engineer, permission in writing from the property owner for the use of
property for this purpose.
B. Clearing and Grubbing: In areas designated to be cleared and grubbed, all
i, roots, buried logs, brush, grass and other unsatisfactory materials shall be removed,
where embankments exceeding -3 1/2 feet in depth are to be made outside of paved area.
I's where such depth of embankments is to be made, all satisfactory materials shall be
ed, but sound trees, stumps and brush can be cut off within six inches above the ground
[owed to remain. Tap roots and other projections over 1 1/2 inches in diameter shall be
,d out to a depth of at least 18 inches below the finished subgrade of slope elevation.
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Streets and Drainage

Any building and miscellaneous structures that
training or
t to
ipatted.
All holes rer
-A
moistened and properly compacted in layers not to
construction procedure shall be applied to all holes ren
where the depth of holes exceeds the depths of the prop
03. METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: The quantit"
be paid for under this section shall be the actual ar(
grubbed measured by the acre. The final quantity will
to the nearest one -tenth an acre.
04. BASIS OF PAYMENT: Payment shall be m
grubbing or clearing and grubbing measured as de
compensation for furnishing all materials and for all
necessary to complete the item.
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Streets and Draina Section I Pane 2
a
de at the contract unit price for clearing,
scribed above. This price shall be full
labor, equipment, tools and incidentals
ant
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SECTION 2
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
EXCAVATION AND EMBANKMENT
CONTENTS
01.
General
2-1
02.
Classification
2-1
03.
Description
2-1
04.
Soil Erosion
2-1
05.
Excavation
2-2
06.
Stripping
2-4
07.
Formation of Embankments
2-4
08.
Compaction
2-5
09.
Equipment
2-5
10.
Preparation and Protection of the Top of the Subgrade
2-5
It.
Haul
2-6
12.
Tolerances
2-6
13.
Topsoiling
2-6
14.
Method of Measurement
2-7
15.
Basis of Payment
2-7
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SECTION 2
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
EXCAVATION AND EMBANKMENT
OI . GENERAL: This item shall consists of excavating removing, placing and satisfactori:
disposing of all material, within the limits of work required to construct the roadway ar
drainage improvements in accordance with these specifications and in conformity with tI
dimensions and typical sections shown on the plans and to the lines and grades established by tI
Engineer.
02. CLASSIFICATION: All material excavated shall be defined as "Unclassitic
Excavation" "Unclassified Excavation" shall include all excavation performed under this ite
regardless of the material encountered unless otherwise specified herein..
In fill areas which are to underlay paved areas, the material shall be CL or better materi
for the entire depth of the fill. All paved areas to be constructed under this project shall l
underlaid by at least 12 inches of CL or better material compacted to 9% as specified herein.
as set forth in the Unified Soil Classification System.
specified herein. On embankment. the depth of subgrade densif '
plans or specified herein. Should the contractor, through neli
below the designated lines, he shall replace the excavation
approved manner and condition, at his own:. expense. The Emir
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determine ;the suitability of material to be placed in embankments. All material determ:
suitable shall be disposed of in wash areas or as directed. Topsoil shall not be use(
subrades but shall be Handled and placed as directed.
The Contractor shall inform and satisfy himself as to the character, quantity,
distribution of all materials to be excavated. No payment will be made for any exca �
material which is used for purposes other than those designated. If it is necessary to inter
existing surface drainage, sewers or under drainage. conduits, utilities or similar undergr
structures, or parts thereof. the Contractor shall be responsible for all and shall arrange for ;t
removal, if necessary. The Contractor shall, at his own expense, satisfactorily repair all dan
to such facilities or structures which may result from any of his operations during the perk
the contract.
04, SOIL EROSION: The Contractor shall be responsible for prevention of sail er€
during construction to the maximum extent possible.
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The Contractor will be required to complete all permanent erosion control features at the
earliest practical time. Temporary pollution measures shall be used to correct unforeseen
conditionsthat occur during construction of those that are needed prior to completion of
permanent measures. These should include possible use of temporary grass cover, silt screens,
cheek dams, etc. for erasion control.
The Engineer may limit the surface area or erodible earth material exposed by clearing
and grubbing, excavation or borrow and fill operations; and to require immediate installation of
temporary pollution control measures to prevent contamination of adjacent streams or ether
water courses, lakes or ponds. The Engineer's authority to order such work will be used for
situations not foreseen by the plans and. specifications.
In case of repeated failures on the part of the Contractor to control erosion/pollution, right
is reserved by the Engineer to employ outside assistance to provide the necessary' corrective
measures. Such incurred costs, plus related engineering costs, will be charged to the Contractor
and appropriate deductions made from the Contractor's progress payments. The erosion control
features installed by the Contractor will be acceptably maintained by the Contractor during the
time that construction work is being done.
Pollutants such as fuels, lubricants, bitumens, raw sewage and other harmful materials
will not be discharged into or near rivers, streams, and impoundment or into natural or man-made
channels leading thereto.
There shall be no direct payment made to the Contractor for pollution and erasion
control. All necessary pollution and erosion control measures shall be considered as included in
the contract unit price.
05. EXCAVATION- Excavation shall be performed, as indicated on the contract plans, to
the lines, grades and elevation shown or as directed by the Engineer, and shall be made so that
the requirements for formation of embankments can be followed. No excavation or embankment
shall be started until the Contractor' and Engineer have `ointly taken cross -sectional
measurements. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to request the Joint' measures and to
furnish a qualified instrument man and rod man under the su ervision of a licensed surveyor for
the initial survev and all subs cent survevs cross sections necessary for earthwork
measurement. All material' encountered within the limits indicated shall be removed` and
disposed of as directed. wring the process of excavation, the grade shall be maintained, so that
it will be well drained at all times. When directed, temporary drains and drainage ditches shall
be installed to intercept or divert surface water which may affect the, work,
Selective grading shall be utilized on ` this project insofar as possible. All suitable
material (CL or better) excavated from cut areas shall be used in the formation of embankments
under paved areas or placed as directed by the Engineer.
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If, at the time of excavation, it is not possible to place any materialin its proper section of
the permanent construction, it shall be stockpiled in approved areas for later use. No separate
payment shall be made for the second handling of stockpiled material.
Unsuitable material encountered 'under areas to be paved shall be excavated to a
maximum depth of 12 inches below finished subgrade elevation or to the lower limit of the
unsuitable material, whichever is less. No excavation shall be made below these limits unless
approved by the Engineer. If excavation is made below these limits without prier approval of the
Engineer, the Contractor shall refill these areas with suitable material compacted as specified and
no payment shall be made for the excavation quantity involved. Unsatisfactory materials shall b
disposed of at locations designated by the Engineer. All unsatisfactory material excavated in
accordance with these specifications shall be paid for at the contract unit price for "Unclassified
Excavation". The portion so excavated shall be refilled with suitable selected material as
specified., obtained from the grading operations and thoroughly compacted by rolling.
Under paved areas, unsuitable material shall be consideredmaterial which classifies a
CL or worse. Excess moisture in the material shall not in itself cause a material to be classified
as unsuitable. Unstable or yielding subgrade in cut or fill areas caused by excess moisture
contained therein shall be brought to a firm. unyielding condition by whatever means (reviewed
by the Engineer) the Contractor chooses before any ernbankntent or pavement is placed thereon.
The cost of such action shall be borne by the Contractor and included in his unit price for
"Unclassified Excavation".
Should excess moisture be encountered during excavation in the construction areas, it
shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to perform any necessary dewaterina of the site in
order to provide a stable excavated area for the; placement of embankment or pavement. The
continuous' watering of water within the areas of excavation and embankment will not be
permitted.
The Engineer reeFes-the right to make minor adjustment or revisions in lines or grades,
if found necessary, as the work progresses due to discrepancies in the plans or to obtain
satisfactory construction.
In cut areas, the subgrade under the areas to be paved shall be compacted to a minimum
depth of 12 inches and to density of not less than 9 % of the maximum density at optimum
moisture as determined by the compaction control tests AA HTO-T-9 .
No payment or measurement for payment will be made for suitable materials' removed,
manipulated and replaced in order to obtain density. Any removal, manipulation, aeration.
replacement and re -compaction of suitable materials necessary to obtain the required density
shall be considered as included in the contract lump sum price, and shall be performed by the
Contractor at no additional cost to the project.
Stones or rock 'fragments larger than 4 ;inches in their greatest dimension will not be
permitted in the top a inches of the subgrade.
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06. STRIPPING: All vegetation such as brush, heavy sods, heavy growth of grass', di
vegetable matter, rubbish and any other unsuitable material within the area upon which
areas are to be built shall be stripped or otherwise removed, in accordance with Section
this specification, prior to the placement of embankment. In no case shall such objecti
material be allowed in or under paved areas to the depths specified. No direct payment ,
made for stripping. The yardage removed and disposed of shall be paid for at the contras
per cubic yard for "Unclassified Excavation".
07, FORMATION OF EMBANKMENTS: Embankments shall be formed of satis'.
materials placed in successive horizontal layers of not more than 8 inches in compacted de
the width of the cross section.
The grading operations shall be conducted. and the various soil strata shall be placed. to
produce a soil structure as shown on the typical cross section or as directed. All materials
entering the embankment shall be reasonably free of organic matter such as leaves, grass', roots,
and any other objectionable material. Solid, granular material, shale.. and any other material
permitted for use in the embankment shall be spread in successive layers as specified.
No material shall be placed in the embankment under paved areas that does not classify
as CL or better in accordance with the methods described in the Unified Soil Classification
System. The Engineer shall decide, based upon laboratory tests if warranted, the suitability of all
material encountered.
Operations on earthwork shall be suspended at any time when satisfactory results cannot
be obtained because of rain, freezing weather, or other unsatisfactory conditions of the field.
The Contractor shall drag. blade., or slope the embankment to provide proper surface drainage at
all times.
The material in the lavers shall be of proper moisture content before rolling to obtain the
prescribed compaction. Wetting or drying of the material and manipulation when necessary to
secure a uniform moisture content throughout the laver shall be required. Should the material be
too wet to permit proper compaction or rolling, all work on all portions of the embankment thus
affected shall be delaved until the material has been dried to the proper moisture content.
Sprinkling shall be done with approved equipment that will sufficiently distribute the water.
Sufficient equipment to furnish the required water shall be available at all times.
Under non -paved areas, the embankment shall be compacted to not less than 90% of the
maximum density at optimum moisture by compaction control test AASHTO T-99 to within four
(4) inches of finished elevation.
Under areas to be paved, the embankment shall be compacted to 95% of the maximum
density at optimum moisture by compaction control test AASHTO T-99 for the full depth of
embankment, or 12 inches, whichever is greater. On all areas outside of the pavement areas, no
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compaction will be required can the top 4 inches. Any areas inaccessible to a roller shall be
consolidated and compacted by mechanical tampers.
During construction of the embankment, the Contractor shall route his ;equipment at all
times, both when located and when empty, over layers as they are placed and shall distribute the
travel evenly over the entire width of the embankment. The equipment shall be operated in such
a mariner that hardpan, cemented gravel, clay or other chunky soil material will be broken up into
small particles and become incorporated with other material in the layer. Care shall be taken,
however, not to overload the embankment area with construction equipment.
In the construction of embankments, starting layers shall be placed in the deepest portion
of the fill; as placement progresses, layers shall be constructed approximately parallel to the
finished pavement grade line.
Frozen material shall not be placed in the embankment nor shall embankment be placed
upon frozen material.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the stability of all embankments made under the
contract and shall replace any portion which, in the opinion of the Engineer, his become
displaced due to carelessness or negligence on the part of the Contractor.
08. COMPACTION TESTING: Any compaction testing required shall be by an independent
testing laboratory as directed by the engineer at the contractor's expense.
0 . EOUIPMENT. The contractor may use any type of earth -moving, compaction and
watering equipment he may desire or has at his disposal, provided the equipment is in a
satisfactory condition and is of such capacity that the construction schedule can be maintained as
planned by the Contractor and as approved by the Engineer in accordance with the total calendar
days or working days scheduled for construction. The Contractor shall furnish, operate and
maintain such equipment as is necessary to control uniform density, lavers, section and
smoothness of grade.
10. PREPARATION AND PROTECTION OF THE TOP OF THE SUBG DE: On areas
to be paved., the subgrade shall be; compacted to the density specified. When completed, the
surface shill be true to lines, grades and cross section shown on the plans or as directed by the
Engineer. After all drains, structures, ducts and other underground appurtenances along the
edges or under the pavement .have been completed, the subgrade shall be compacted to the depth
as specified. Any irregularities or depressions that develop under rolling shall be corrected by
loosening the material at these places and adding, removing, or replacing material until the
surface is smooth and uniform. A portion of the area which is not accessible to a roller shall be
compacted to the required density by approved mechanical tampers. The material shall be
sprinkled with water during rolling or tamping as directed by the Engineer.
All soft and yielding material which will not compact readily when rolled or tamped shall
be removed as directed by the Engineer and replaced with suitable material at the Contractor's
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expense. After grading operations are complete, all loose stones larger than 2 inches in their
greatest dimension shall be removed from the surface of all proposed graded paving areas and
disposed of as directed by the Engineer.
At all times, the top of the subgrade shall be kept in such conditions that it will drain
readily and effectively. In handling materials, tools and equipment, the Contractor shall protect
the subgrade from damage by laying planks when directed and shall take other precautions as
needed. In no case will vehicles be allowed to travel in a single track. If ruts are formed, the
subgrade shall be reshaped and rolled. Storage or stockpiling or materials on the top or the
subgrade will not be permitted. Until the subgrade has been checked and approved, no subbase,
base, surface course or pavement shall be laid thereon.
11. HAULi: No payment will be made separately or directly for haul on any part of the work.
All hatiling will be considered a necessary and incidental of the work and its cost shall be
considered by the Contractor and included in the contract unit price.
12. TOLERANCES: In those areas upon which a subbase or base course is to be placed, the
top of the subgrade shall be of such smoothness that when tested with a 16-foot straight edge
applied parallel and at right angles to the centerline., it shall not show any deviation in excess of 1
inch or shall not b more than 0.10 feet from true grade as established by grade hubs or pins. Any
deviation in excess of these amounts shall be corrected by loosening, adding or removing
materials, reshaping and re -compacting by sprinkling and rolling.
13, TOPSOILING: It is the intent of these specifications that all graded areas to be
constructed to the lines and grades as shown on the plans and within the tolerances specified
herein. It is also the intent of these specifications that all graded areas outside of paved areas to
be established with a satisfactory turf,
The Contractor may, at his discretion, utilize a topsoil retained from the grading
operations to provide a proper seedbed for the turfing operations. The Contractor shall be aware;
however, that no Davment shall be made for excavation below the finished line shown on the
plans unless otherwise stated herein.
The Contractor shall also be aware that no payment shall be made for the second handling
of stockpiled material (such as topsoil).
In embankment areas, the Contractor may, at his discretion, utilize topsoil to completed
the top 4 inches of embankment outside of paved area.
Re9 ardless of whether or not topsoil is utilized by the Contractor, he shall be required to
establish a satisfactory turf as previously stated.
No separate payment shall be made for topsolling. All topsoil removed within the limits
of grading shall be paid for at the contract unit price per cubic yard for "Unclassified
Excavation" based on removal from its original position.
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1 . METHODS OF MEASUREMENT: The yardage of "Unclassified Excavation" to be
paid for shall be the number of cubicyards measured in its original position. Pay quantities shall
be computed to the neat lines staked, by the method of average end areas of material acceptably
excavatedand/or stripped as specified.
Actual measurement shall not include the yardage of material excavated without
authorization beyond normal slope lines, or the yardage of material used for purposes ether than
those directed.
15. BASIS OF PAYMENT. Payment shall be made at the contract unit price per cubic yard
for "Unclassified Excavation". This price shall be full compensation for furnishing all materials,
` labor, equipment, tools and incidentals necessary to compete the item.
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SECTION 3
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
STORM DRAINS
CONTENTS
01.
General
3-1
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Character 'ofExcavation Material
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03.
Existing Underground Utilities
3-1
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Conflicts
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05.
Temporary Drainage
3-1
06.
Shoring
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7.
Excavation
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Material
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Construction Methods<
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10.
Method of Measurement
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11.
Basis of Payment
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SECTION 3
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
STORM DRAINS
01. GENERAL This item consists of storm drain pipes of the classes, sizes and dimensions
designated, furnished and installed at such places as are designated in accordance with the lines
and grades given, and in conformity to these specifications. This item shall also include the
furnishing and construction of such joints, and connections to the pipes, catch basins, manholes,
endwalls, etc., as may be required to complete the work as shown on the plans.
02. CHARACTER OF EXCAVATION MATERIAL The Contractor shall satisfv himself as
to the nature of the material that will be encountered during the course of the project.
03. EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES: The Contractor shall be responsible for
locating all underground utilities and structures along the pipe lines to be installed in order to
avoid conflict and costly repair of such utilities.
04. CONFLICTS: Where it is impossible to avoid conflict with existing utilities, the new
construction shall be performed in a manner that will cause the least amount of disturbance to the
existing facility. Any damage to existing facilities shall be repaired immediately according to the
directions of the Owner of such facility at the expense of the Contractor.
05. TEMPORARY DRAINAGE : Pumping equipment shall be provided and employed to
promptly remove any water that accumulates in the excavation. The area of excavation shall be
limited to that which can properly be dewatered by the equipment in use. The excavation shall
be maintained in a dry condition -while construction is in progress. Surface water shall be
diverted from the excavation by sloping the ground away from the ditch.
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A. Disposal of Water: The water from the excavation shall be disposed of in such a
manner that the natural drainage of the area shall not be disturbed. All gutters, drains, sewers
and culverts shall be kept clean for surface drainage.
06. SHORING: Shoring will be provided by the Contractor when the excavation will
endanger existing structures, utilities, pavements and banks and, when necessary', to protect
workmen. The shoring shall be constructed of adequate size members and the arrangement of
members shall be suitable to withstand the earth pressure expected. Shoring, sheeting, and
bracing shall be suitable to withstand the earth pressure expected. Shoring, sheeting, and bracing
that is unitized above the invert of the pipe shall be removed carefully during the backfilling
process in order to prevent caving that might displace the pipe from the correct line and grade.
When and where directed by the Engineer. sheeting may be left in place in the backfill with
adequate braces to provide lateral support,
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07. EXCAVATION: (General) Trenches shall be excavated by open cut to the line and
grade given by the Engineer. Vertical cuts shall be used whenever possible, but in unstable soils.
trenches may be sloped from the top of the excavation to a point 3).0 feet above the top of the
pipe with the width of the trench from this depth to the bottom of the ditch governed by A.
below. The bottom 4 inches of the excavation shall be excavated by hand. Bell hole shall be
excavated by hand to insure that the pipe is properly supported for its entire length.
ATrench Width: The maximum width of the trench shall be 24" plus the outside
diameter of the pipe. This width shall also apply to sloped trenches for the last three feet above
the top of the proposed pipe.
& Excavated Material: Material excavated from the ditch shall be placed (whenever
possible) in piles along the side of the trench. When it is necessary to stockpile excavated
material, it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to secure the stockpile areas. No excavated
material shall be placed on private property without the consent of the Owner.
C. All excavation shall be one classification regardless of nature of material
encountered and shall be included in the unit price per bid L.F. of pipe or per, structure and no
separate or additional payment shall be made.
D. Whenever the bottom of the trench is unstable and does not afford a good
foundation, the Contractor shall remove such part as may be necessary and replace with suitable
material from the surface to make a good foundation without extra compensation.
E. Under exceptional conditions where ground water and unstable soil are such that
is not possible to obtain a suitable foundation with material on the trench bank, the Engineer will
determine the method to be followed and the Contractor will be compensated for extra
foundation material delivered on the trench. Due to the difficulty in determining extra labor
involved, no extra compensation will be allowed for placing it, but it will be held to be included
in the unit price bid per linear foot of pipe.
F. Excavation for drop inlets and other appurtenances shall be sufficiently large to
leave at least 12" clear between their outer surfaces and the line of the excavation or supporting
timber.
G. Any unauthorized excavation below the pipe or structure shall be filled with sand,
gravel, or concrete at the expense of the Contractor.
H. Where sheeting or bracing is used, no extra compensation will be allox',ed, except
where the Engineer directs that it be left in place. In which case, the Contractor will be allowed
$90 per 1,000 feet board measure for material so left.
1. The Contractor shall include in the unit price for laying pipe all necessary
pumping and well pointing.
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8. MATERIAL.
A. Pipes: All pipes for storm -sewers shall be in accordance with the Concrete Pipe
Design Manual (1980 ed.).
B. Castings: All castings shall be of the type and duty 'shown on the plans and shall
be approved by the Engineer before installation. All covers and grating shall seat firmly without
rocking. The Contractor shall replace all faulty castings installed by him at his expense. No
warped frames shall be accepted, and no bent bolt handles shall be accepted. Salvaged castings
may be reused subject to the Engineer's approval
C. Brick: Brick_ shall be new whole brick of uniform standard commercial with
straight and parallel edges and square comers. Grade Mai' brick, Grade A,meeting ATM
Designation C_5 shall be used.
D. Mortar: Mortar used in brick masonry and joints shall be composed of one part
portland cement and hydrated lime (not more than 1' percent of line based can the volume of
cement shall be used) and two parts sand.. Portland cement shall meet the requirements of the
latest ASTM Specification C-150, Type ` 1. The sand shall be composed of; clean, hard and
durable grains, and shall be of a quality and graduation approved by the Engineer. Hydrated lime
shall meet the requirements ofASTM design C-6. Mortar shall be mixed in a clean, tight mortar
box of an approved mechanical miser and shall be used within 45 minutes after nixing.
E. RipR Rip rap shall be placed where indicated on drawings and conform to
SCD T standard specifications.
F. Fabric Liner: Fabric used as a liner shall be pervious sheet of polyester, nylon or
polypropylene filaments woven or otherwise formed into a uniform pattern with distinct and
measurable openings with an equivalent opening size (EOS) no finer than the U.S. Stand Sieve
o. 100, The fabric shall have a minimum physical strength of 200 pounds per inch in any
direction when tested in accordance with ASTM D 1682.
CONSTRUCTION METHODS:
A. Lavin& PiRePipe systems shall be constructed in accordance with NC
Department of Transporation. In addition to the requirements stated therein, the Contractor shall
wrap each joint with filter fabric. The fabric shall be protected during the backfilling operations.
All ronpressure pipe shall be laid with the bell ends in the upgrade direction.
B. Manholes. Inlets, Junction Boxes, Catch Basins. Etc.: The mortar for brick
masonry shall conform to the requirements herein before set forth. Excavation` shall be made to
the required depth and the foundation on -which the brick masonry is to be laid shall be approved
by the Engineer.' The brick shall be laid so that they will be thoroughly bonded into the mortar
by means of the -shove joint" method; buttered or plastered joints will not be permitted. The
headers and stretchers shall be so arranged as to thoroughly bond the mass. Brick work shall be
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of alternate headers and stretchers with consecutive courses breaking joint. t. All mortar joints
shadbe at least 3/8 inches in thickness. The joints shall be completely tilled with mortar. No
spalls or bats shall be used except for shaping around irregular openings or when unavoidable to
finish out a coursed Competent bricklayers shall be employed on the work. and all detail's of
construction shall be in accordance with approved practice and to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.
Iron steps as shown on the plans shall be placed in all manholes, catch basins and inlets
when the are greater than five feet in depth. The iron steps shall be set in the masonry as the
work is built up, thoroughly bonded, and accurately spaced and aligned.
Inverts in appurtenances shall be shaped to form a smooth and regular surface free from
sharp or jagged edges. They shall be sloped adequately to prevent sedimentation.
The castings shall be set fin full tartar beds. All castings when set shall conform to the
finish grade as established by the Engineer.
C. ' Backfallinr Pavement areas; In; pavement areas„ the backfill shall be compacted
to a'density of 95% as determined by AASH 1`( T-180. In the case where the excavation from
the trench proes to be suitable for proper backfilling and compaction as specified 'above, the
Contractor shall provide select backfill material to obtain the necessary compaction at no
additional cost to the Owner. Placement of select material will be held to be included in the unit
price bid per linear foot of pipe. Disposal of the extra excavated trench material shall be by the
Contractor in stockpiled areas designed by the Engineer. No extra compensation shall be
allowed for such disposal of unsuitable excess trench material.
In no case shall muck or any other unsuitable excessively saturated material be placed as
backfill on pipelines in existing or proposed streets. ' If the Contractor places such unsuitable
material as backfill and dues not obtain the required compaction as specified above, the
Contractor shall be liable for any trench settlement that occurs either before paving or after
paving in accordance with the warranty period of the contract. In such a case of trench
settlement, the Contractor shall remove all the unsuitable backfill material and replace and
compact the select backfill material as herein before specified on the plans.
10. METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: The quantities to be paid for under this section shall
be the actual number of linear feet of reinforced concrete pipe installed at varying depths and
class of pipe. The length shall be measured from the beginning of the pipe to the end of the line.
Basins shall be measured by unit of the varying classifications of depth. The depth shall
be measured from the invert of the effluent line to the top of the brick or block work.
11. BASIS Of PAYMENT. The quantities as measured above shall be paid for at the
contract unit prices per linear foot for reinforced concrete pipe, depths, si res and dimensions
called for in the proposal, complete in place and accepted; and at the contract unit prices bid for
catch basins of the dimensions, types and depths called for in this proposal, complete in place
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d accepted; which prices and payments shall be full compensation for furnishing, hauling and
placing; all ' pipe, for all materials, equipment, tools and labor, necessary for excavation ;and
backfilling disposal of surplus materials, removal of existing structures and all ether incidentals
necessary to complete the work.
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SECTION
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
CONCRETESTRUCTURES
CONTENTS
01. General 4-1
02. Concrete 4-1
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SECTION 4'
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
CONCRETESTRUCTURES
01. GENERAL: Unless superseded in subsequent sections, materials specified for
construction of all items under this contract shall conform to the requirements set forth in the
following paragraphs. All standards shown (ASTM, AWWA, etc.) are latest revisions.
02. CONCRETE:
A. Scone. This section includes 'concrete work and related items required to
complete the work indicated on the drawings including the General Notes listed on the plans and
as specified herein.
B. Materials:
1 Portland cement shall conform to ASTM "Standard Specifications for
Portland Cement," C 150, Type 1:
1 High -Early Strength portland cement shall conform to ASTM "Standard
Specification for Portland Cement," C 150, Type 111.
5. Fly ash shall conform to ASTM C 618, Type C or Type F.
4. Aggregates for concrete shall conform to ASTM "Standard Specification
for Concrete Aggregates, C 53. Aggregates shall be natural sand and gravel or be
prepared from stone blast furnace slag, gravel, or burned clay, or shale. Maximum size of
coarse aggregates shall be as follows: for footing, '1 1/2", for all other concrete, 3/4",
except masonry fill, 3/ ",
5. Water shall be clean, and free from injurious amounts of ails, acids,
alkalis, organic materials, or other deleterious substances.
6. Steel reinforcement shall be deformed bars, conforming to the following
requirements:
. All steel for reinforcing bars shall be rolled from new billet -steel of
domestic manufacture conforming to "'Specifications for Deformed Billet -Steel
Bars for Concrete Reinforcement," ASTM A 615, Grade 60.
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b. Deformed bars must be used.; Bars deformed by cold twisting or
bars from rerolled stock will not be acceptable, except by special permission of
the Engineer. The Contractor's Proposal shall be based on reinforcement steel as
specified, not on steel from rerolled stack.
C. Reinforcement steel bars must be supported off the ground and
classified by numbers until used. Bars must be wire brushed clean of loose rust,
mill scale, dirt, etc., before placing in farms.
d. Metal accessories, including spacers, chairs, ties, and other devices
necessary for properly assembling, placing, spacing and supporting all
reinforcementin place shall be provided..
e. Shop and assembly drawings shall be furnished for approval.
7 Welded wire mesh shall conform to "'Standard Specifications for Welded
Steel Wire Fabrics for Concrete Reinforcement." A TM A 185.
8 Forms shall be metal, metal -framed plywood faced, or other acceptable
panel type materials, to provide continuous, straight, smooth, exposed surface.' Furnish in
largest practicable sizes to minimize number of joints. The forming system shall be
submitted to Engineer for approval.
C. Testing and InsDection of Materials: Testing and inspection of concrete and
materials shall be made under the direction of the Engineer who shall have access to all places
where concrete materials are stored, proportioned or mixed.
D Job Mixed Concrete':
1 Proportions of concrete mixed on the job shall be approximately one part
of portland cement to two parts of tine aggregate to four parts of coarse aggregate. The
proportions of the aggregate may be varied by the Engineer to obtain a more workable
mix within the following limits: the proportion of fine aggregate to the total aggregate
shall not be less than 30% nor more than 50%. In no case shall more than six (6) gallons
of water be used to each bag of cement, including the water contained on the aggregates,
The amount of water contained' in the aggregates shall be determined by weighing
samples before and after drying.
. No job -mixed concrete shall contain less than 6 1/4 bags of cement
per cubic yard. An accurate check of the amount of cement used shall be kept.
The method of measurement shall be positive and may be by weight or volume.
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b, The mixer shall be a rotating batch mixer of approved design of
not less than one bag capacity. It shall be in good repair. The batch shall not
exceed the rated capacity of the mixer. Mixing shall continue for one and one-
half minutes after all materials are in the drum before any of the: concrete is taken
out. The consistency of the concrete shall be such that it can be placed and
worked in the forms properly with the Means available. Slump shall not be less
than 1-1/ " nor more than 3".
E. Rav Mired Concrete: In case ready -mixed concrete is used, it shall conform to
ASTM C94. Slump shall not be more than 3". The Contractor shall submit Aggregate Tests and
a Concrete Mix Design for approval by the Engineer.
I. When air temperature is between 85 degrees F and 90 degrees F, reduce
fixing and delivery time from 11/2 hours to 75 minutes,: and when air temperature is
above 90'degrees F, reduce mixing and delivery time to 00 minutes.
F. Tests: The Contractor shall make four standard "x12" test cylinders for each
20 cubic yards of concrete or for each 2,000 square feet of surface area placed,ybut not less than
one set of cylinders for each individual pour made during any day.' The samples from which the
cylinders are made shall be taken when and where directed by the Engineer. The Contractor
shall furnish, prepare, store and field cure the cylinders until such time as they can be transported
without damage. > The Owner shall be responsible for all tests and transportation for the samples.
Results of the tests shall be reported to the Engineer.
Strength at 28 days shall not be less than. 4000 pounds per square inch unless otherwise
noted on the plans. The concrete strength will be satisfactory if (1) no individual strength; test
result (the average of a pair of cylinder tests) fails below the required 28 days strength by more
than 500 fast; and, (2) the average of any three consecutive strength -tests is equal to or exceeds
the 8-day; strength. Concrete which fails to Meet the 28-day strength requirements may be
rejected and if rejected, shall be removed and replaced` with satisfactory material at the
Contractor's expense.
G. Forms: Forms shall conform to the shape., lines, and dimensions of members
called for on the plans, and shall be sufficiently substantial and tight to prevent leakage of
mortar. They shall be properly- braced or tied together to maintain their; position and shape; and
be removable without damage to the concrete. Chamfer all exposed edges of concrete. Form ties
shall have water stop and plastic removable grout plugs and shall be properly sued for the wall
pour:
Forms for footings may be omitted when soil and workmanship permit accurate
excavation to size and omission is approved by the Engineer.
Corrugated metal stay -in -place forms for slabs to be supported on steel joists shall be 28'
gauge minimum, galvanized, corrugated steel forming with nominal 9l16" corrugation depth as
manufactured byr Bethlehem em Steel Corporation,'Wheeling Corrugating Company, Granco Steel'
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Products Company, or equivalent. The corrugated metal forms shall be attached to their supports
by plug welding of not less than 25 welding washers per 100 square feet of forms as follows:
I : End Laps - Weld in the valley of side laps and middle of the sheet
(minimum of three welds at each end of the sheet).
2. Intermediate Laps - Weld in the valley of side laps on every other joist and
in the valley of the center corrugation on the remaining joist (x-pattern).
To prevent the leakage of concrete at side laps, the concrete shall be placed in the
opposite direction to -which the sheets were erected so that the top sheet receives the weight of
the concrete first.
H. FasteninQ Devices and other Work- Install all inserts, anchors, thimbles, sleeves
and other fastening devices required for the proper completion of other work.
1. Denositinc-, Concrete:
I Soil bottoms for footings and slabs shall be approved by the Engineer
before placing concrete.
2. Remove excess water and foreign matter from forms and excavations.
Unless otherwise directed, wood forms, and sand or sandy loam shall be thoroughly
wetted just prior to placing concrete.
3. Deposit concrete as nearly as practicable in its final position to avoid
segregation due to re -handling or flowing. Concrete shall be -worked around
reinforcement and embedded fixtures, along surfaces and into the comers of the forms.
Vibrators shall be used, and they shall be operated under experienced supervision and
forms shall be constructed to withstand their action.
4. Reterriverin : No concrete that has partially hardened, become
contaminated by foreign materials, or has been retempered, shall be used.
5. Construction Joints: Placing concrete shall generally be carried on as a
continuous operation until the placing of an individual section is completed.
Construction joints shall be placed at 30' on center, maximum in walls and slabs or as
shown on the drawings.
& Prenaration of Surfaces: Before placing concrete against concrete that has
hardened, the existing surface shall be picked, brushed clean and coated with neat grout
for a proper bond.
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7. Placement chutes shall be used when placing concrete in fornis over four
(4) feet in height. The termination of the chute will not be greater than four feet above
the foundation or previously placed concrete.
Concrete lifts in wail pours will not exceed six feet per hour.
1 Concrete Floors on Grade:
L , Unless otherwise noted on plans, cover the leveled off compacted fill with
4" of gravel. Level off and place a vapor barrier with joints lapped six inches spread over
the entire area. Care shall be used to prevent injury to the vapor barrier membrane before
and during the placingof concrete;
`? Place a 6", or as otherwise showri. slab with 6" x 6, - W2.9 x W2.9 welded
wire fabric.
3. Finish floors as follows: Those to be covered with hardener, smooth
trowel finish; these to be covered with ceramic tile, depress below the finished floor level
as shown; those which are to be left exposed, trowel or float finish as directed.
K. Concrete Placed on Fill: Where possible, no foundations or slabs are to be placed
on fill material. If fill material is necessary„ the fill around and under structures shall be select
material free from roots, trash, woad scraps, and other extraneous material. The fill shall be
placed in lifts not exceeding 6" loose. Each lift shall be compacted to a density of 9 % standard
proctor at approximately optimum moisture content as measured by A.STM 1 69 . Fill testing
shall be supplied and paid for by the Owner.
L. Curiinz Concrete:
i. Protect all concrete and cement finishes against injury from the elements
and defacement of any nature during construction operations.
. All concrete slab and wall pours made with normal portland cement shall
be maintained in a moist condition for at least the first seven days after placing, and high -
early -strength concrete, for at least the first three day . (one of the following methods
shall be used for curing unless otherwise approved by the Engineer.
a. Continuous water spray (slab only).
b. Covering with wet burlap, sand, wood shavings, or moist backfill
(slab only).
C. Application of membrane forming curing compound' at a rate
desi,,natd by the manufacturer by spraying or roller. The compound shall
comply with ASTM C 09.
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d. Complete covering of walls with canvas or visqueen with
continuous wetting process.
e. Waterproof curing paper may be used for the curing; of flatwork
only.
3: Wall fortes will not be 'removed less than 48 hours following pour or
longer should temperature requirements dictate.
4. Cold Weather Curing. Adequate equipmentshall be provided for heating
the concrete materials and protecting the concrete during; freezing or near freezing
weather. Concrete materials and reinforcement, forms, fillers and ground with which the
concrete is to came in contact, shall not be frozen and shall be free from frost. Whenever
the temperature of the surrounding air is below 40 degrees F., the concrete shall have a
temperature of between 60 degrees F. and 90 degrees F. when placed in the forms, and
shall be maintained at a temperature of not less than 50 degrees F. for at least 72 hours for '
normal portland cement concrete, 24 hours for high -early -strength concrete. or for a
much more time as is necessary for a proper rate of curing of the concrete. The covering
protection used in connection with curing shall remain in place. and intact. at least 224
hours after artificial heating is discontinued.
M. Cleaning and Finishing:
1. Glean all exposed concrete surfaces and all adjoining work which has been
stained by the leakage of concrete, to meet the approval of the Engineer.
? Surface defects which do not impair the structural strength shall be
carefully saw cut, concrete removed and refilled with fresh concrete. Cuts shall not be
less than P deep, and thoroughly wetted just prier to filling' with concrete of stiff
consistency and mixed approximately the same as the adjoining work. After partial set,
compress and rub to produce a finish similar in texture and color to adjoining work.
3. Metal form ties shall be cut' off at least 314,E deep in the concrete
immediately- after removal of forms. and hobs filled with 1:2 cement and sand mortar
approximately the same color as the concrete. Mortar shall be mixed and placed as dry as
practicable, and finished flush with the adjacent surface, (Metal form ties will have
removable grout plugs for patching.)
4. All formed concrete surfaces shall be repaired, patched, with all fins and
projections removed and smoothed. All exposed. (fortned) concrete surfaces shall be
rubbed with an abrasive stogie not more than 24 hours after the farms have been removed.
The concrete shall be moistened and tubbed until a uniform color and texture is produced.
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N. Expansion Joints: Asphalt impregnated expansion joints of the same depth as the
slabs shall be installed around the edges of the slab next to walls, where shown on the drawings.
O: W aterstops. A continuous polyvinyl chloride (PVC) waterstop shall be placed in
the joints of the exterior walls of all tank- structures, in the joint between the exterior wall and the
bottom slab, all locations with water pressure differentials as well as all locations sho%vn on the
plans. The waterstop shall be of dumbbell shape and have dimensions of o" x if " with a 1 "
bulb on each end unless otherwise noted on the Clans. The water stop joints shall be heat fused
on site.
P. Dustprog6n Hardener:
l . For all interior concrete floor surfaces; to be left permanently exposed to
view, the Contractor shall apply,- atwo-coat treatment of "Gard f" and. "Gard off" as
manufactured by Old -North Manufacturing Co.. inc`. All foreign materials, including
mortar, paint, etc., shall be removed prior to application of hardener to prevent any
foreign materials from shoeing through the finished surface. Areas noted on the finish
schedule to receive a colored hardener finish shall receive a gray tinted finish. Other
areas shall receive a clear finish.
'? One coat of Gard 5 shall be applied upon completion of curing; of slab and
one coat of Gaud 6 after all interior wall painting and other finishes are complete.
Following the application of the clear finish, the final result shall be a transparent
appearance. All coated finishes, when subjected to an abrasion test made with a stiff wire
brush, shall not dust, but shall polish without showing abrasion.
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SECTION S
VACUUM PRIMING LING SYSTEM
CONTENTS
01.
Scope
-1
02.
Vacuum Priming System
5-1`
0").
Functional Description
5-1
04.
Piping, Fitting Valves
-1=
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SECTION
VACUUM PRIMING SYSTEM
1. SCOPE: -Contractor shall furnish a Duplex Priming System to automatically prime five (5)
centrifugal pumps, as shown on the plans:
02. VACUUM PRIMING SYSTEM: Furnish a Duplex Priming System to automatically prime
five centrifugal pumps, as shown on :the plans. The priming system shall be heavily constructed for
continuous running duty, including a heavy steel tank, having a minim 3/16" thick shell and
heads including a corrosion allowance of 1/16". The priming system shall include: Dry
reciprocating piston or rotary coil seal type vacuum pumps, motors, vacuunt switches and priming
ing
valves, vacuum gauge, water gauge, vacuum break valve, water level control switch, warning ho ,
magnetic starters with H.O.A. switches and 110V transformer and alternator. The priming system
to be a single tank mounted unit, complete with OSHA belt guards, all assembled, Aired and pre-
tested at the factory, for immediate use in the field. The vacuum p-Limp shall have a rated
displacement of 60 cubic feet per minute of air. One Automatic Priming Valve shall be furnished
for each pump to be primed, as shown on submittal plans. The priming valves shall be installed in
strict accordance with the Vendor's recommendations. The complete system including the Priming
Valves shall be of one manufacturer.
The Priming System shall be APCO or Owner approved equal.
03. FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION: The vacuum priming pump shall be controlled by a
vacuum switch located at the tank. When the water level in the centrifugal pump drops, the vacua
primary pump is energized and the vacuum in the Primer tank removes the air from the centrifugal
pump and suction line via the vacuum header and Priming Valve. Water rises up the suction line
d fills the centrifugal pump. The water cannot eater the vacuum header because the float
mechanism in the Priming Valve closes when the water reaches it.
Each priming valve shall also be equipped with a pump protector. If the centrifugal pump is not
primed, the pump protector shall send a signal to the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC); that
will disable the pump start circuit and prevent the ptimp from running.
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SECTION 6
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
SEEDING AND TURFING
CONTENTS'
1. "
General
6-1
02.
Seeding
6-1
03.
Lime
6-1
0.
Fertilizer
6-1
0.
Mulch
-1
06.
Sowing Seed
6-1
07.
Establishing Turf
6-1
08.
Mowing
6-`?
0.
Refertiliin
6-2
10.
Method of Measurement
6-2
11.
Basis of Payment
6-2
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SECTION
STREETS AND DRAINAGE
SEEDING/TURFING
01. GENERAL: This section shall include the furnishing of all labor, materials, equipment and
incidental items to seed and establish a turf on all areas disturbed by the pipe laying and grading
operations:
All materials shall be of the best commercial quality available for the purposes specified.
02. SEEDING; Seed shall be furnished and sowed at the rates per acre as follows;
80 Lbs. Kentucky 3) l
65 Lbs. Pensacola Bahlia Grass
5 Lbs, Centipede
Thus, giving a total of one -hundred fifty pounds (150 lbs.) of seed per acre. Winter
planting, from November I until March 1„ shall include 50 lbs/acre Rye grass.
Quantities stated are in terms of total seed of the specified quantity.
03. ' LIME; ;applying Lime - Lime shall be applied at the rate of 4,000 lbs. per acre.
04. FERTILIZER: Applying Fertilizer - Fertilizershall be distributed at the rate to provide
1,200 Lbs. per acre (complete mix fertilizer - 8 parts nitrogen, 8 parts phosphoric acid and 8 parts
potash) and thoroughly mixed immediately before planting.
05. MULCH Straw mulch shall be threshed plant residue of eats, wheat, barley, rye, or rice
from which grain seed has been removed; The mulch shall be applied at a rate` of 1-1/2 tons per
acre and shall be tacked or otherwise sufficiently held in place.
06. SOWING SEED: All sowing of seed shall be completed within the periods specified in the
seeding schedule authorized by the Engineers. All seed shall be covered to an average depth of
1/4".
07. ESTABLISHING TURF: The establishment period shall continue for six (6) months from
the elate of seeding.. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintenance, protection, repairing and
resulting reseeding and refertilization for six (6) months after initial seeding. No direct payment
will be made for this work. The cost, therefore, will be included in the contract price` of Liming,
Fertilizing and Sowing Seed, etc., under the pay item Seeding and Mulching.
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08. ` MOWING: No mowing will be required.'
09. l~ERTILIZTNG: Fertilizer shall be applied at the rate to provide 1,200 Lbs. per acre
(complete min fertilizer - 8 parts nitrogen, 8 parts phosphoric acid and 8 parts potash), eight to ten
(8-10) weeks after initial seeding as directed by the Engineers.
10. METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: The area of seeding to be paid for shall be the area. 0°
wide centered on the line work.. (within areas that do not fall within the roadway). All areas shall be
prepared, limed, fertilized, seeded, refertilied, reseeded, repaired, turf established and accepted as
directed by the Engineers.
IL BASIS OF PAYMENT: Payment for this item shall be included in the unit price bid item
for pipe installation. This price shall be full compensation for all materials, preparation, tilling and
grading, applying and incorporating lime, fertilizer and seed, refertiliing, reseeding, repairing
including all labor, equipment, tools and incidentals necessary in the opinion of the Engineers to
establish turf.
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SECTION 7
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVEMENT
CONTENTS
I. General
2. MUMS = -
03. Execution 7- '
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SECTION 7
BITUMINOUS CONCRETE PAVEMENT
PART I GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The
publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.
AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION
OFFICIALS (AASHTO)
AASHTO T30 (1993) Mechanical Analysis of Extracted ofAggregate
AASHTO T230 (1968; R 1993) Determining Degree of Pavement
Compaction of Bituminous Aggregate Mixtures
AMERICA.N SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)
ATM D 1559 (1989) Resistance to Plastic Flow of Bituminous
Mixtures Using Marshall Apparatus
A TM D 2172 (1993) (quantitative Extraction of Bitumen from
Bituminous Paving Mixtures
ATM D 2950 (1991) Density of Bituminous Concrete in Place by
Nuclear Methods
FEDERAL, SPECIFICATIONS (FS)
FS TT-P=115 (Rev. F)Paint Traffic (Highway, Waite and Yellow)
STATE HIGHWAY SPECIFICATION (H )
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and
Structures, 190
1.2 SUBMITTALS
Submit the following in accordance with applicable requirements.
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1.11 SD-08, Statements
a. Asphalt mix delivery record
b. Asphalt concrete and material sources
12.2 S D- 11, Factory Test Reports
a. Trial batch reports
b. Mix design
1.2.2.1 Trial Batch
Submit current bituminous design reports for all mix types proposed for use on the project.
1.2.2.2 Mix Design
Submit results of laboratory tests performed on each mix design. Testing shall have been
accomplished not more than one year prior to date of material placement.
1.2.3 SD-12, Field Test Reports
a. Asphalt concrete
b. Density
c. Thickness
d. Straightedge test
1.2.4 Pavement Cores
Submit 2 pavement cores when using the in -place nuclear density method.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1. 3.1 Regulatory Requirements
Provide work and materials in accordance with applicable requirements of NCDOT Standard
Specifications for Roads and Structures. Divisions and Sections mentioned herein refer to
those specifications. Paragraphs in NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures
entitled "Quantity and Payment" shall not apply.
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PART 2 PRODUCT
11 ASPHALT CONCRETE
Provide asphalt concrete in accordance with the applicable requirements of the NCDOT
Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, except where specified otherwise.
2.2 SUBBASE
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, materials for construction of the
subbase shall be in accordance with Division 5, Subgrade, Bases, and Shoulders, Section 500.
2.3 BASE COURSE
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, materials for construction of the
base course shall be in accordance with Division 5, Subgrade, Bases, and Shoulders, Section
520.
2.4 SURFACE COURSE
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and. Structures, materials for construction of the
surface course shall be in accordance with Division 6, Bituminous Bases and Pavements,
Section 645.
2.5 STRIPING
NCDOTStandard Specifications for Roads and Structures, materials for paint striping shah be
in accordance with Division 9, Traffic Control„ Section 920.
Paint shall conform to FS ' T-P-115, Types 1, or 11.
2.6 CURBS AND CUTTERS
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, materials for construction of curbs
and gutters shall be in accordance with Division 8, Incidentals, Section 846.
Concrete is specified: in Section 4 Concrete Structures.
2.7 GUARD (GUIDE) RAIL
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and. Structures, materials for construction of the
guard (guide) tails shall be in accordance with Division 8, Incidentals, Section 862.
2.8 MEDIAN BARRIERS
None.
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2.9 TRAFFIC SIGNS
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, provide traffic signs in accordance
with Division 9, Traffic Control, Section 900.
2.10 COMPOSITION OF MIXTURE REQUIREMENTS
2,10.1 Mixture Properties
Gradation of mineral aggregate shall be as specified. Percentage of bituminous material
provided in the bituminous mixtures shall be within the limits specified. Mixtures shall have
the following physical properties:
Test Property Values
Stability (50 Blows) Not less than 1000 pounds
Flow (0.01 inch) Not more than 20 nor less than 8
Percent Air Voids Not less than ' ) nor more than 8 for binder
course; not less than 3 ) nor more than 5 for
wearing course
Percent Voids in See Table I
Mineral Aggregates
TABLE I
MINIMUM PERCENT VOIDS IN MINERAL AGGREGATE (VMA)
U.S.A. Standard Nominal Maximum Minimum VMA
Sieve Designation Particle Size, Inch Percent
No. 4 O.187 18
3/8 inch 0.375 16
1/2 inch 0.500 15
3 )/4 inch 0.750 14
1 inch 1.000 1 3
2,10.2 Quantity of Bituminous Material
Mix asphalt cement with aggregates of corresponding mixes in the, following proportions:
ASPHALT CEMENT PERCENT BY WEIGHT OF TOTAL MIX
Binder Course Wearim, Course
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4to8 5to
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
3.1.1 Excavation and Filling
Excavation and filling to establish elevation of subgrade is specified in Section 2 Excavation
and Embankment.
1.2 CONSTRUCTION
Provide construction in accordance with the applicable requirements of the NCDOT Standard
Specifications for Roads and Structures, except where indicated or specified otherwise.
3.2.1 Subgrade
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Reads and Structures, preparation of subrade shall be in
accordance with Division 5, Subgrade, Bases, and Shoulders, Section 500.
3.2.2 Subbase
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, methods of construction of the
subbase shall be in accordance with Division 5 Subgrade, Bases, and Shoulders, Section 500.
3.2.3 Base Course
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, methods of construction of the
base course shall be in accordance with Division 5, Subgrade, Bases, and Shoulders, Section
520.
3.2.4Surface Course
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, methods of construction of the
surface course shall be in accordance with Division 6, Bituminous Bases and Pavements,
Section 645. Placement will not be permitted unless the Contractor has;a working asphalt
thermometer on site.
3.2.5 Striping
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, provide paint striping in
accordance with Division 9, Traffic Control, Section 920, Allow bituminous pavement to cure
for at least 21 days before paint is applied. Pavement shall be thoroughly clean and entirely
free of loose sand, stones, dust, oil, grease, water, and other substances that will be deleterious
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to the paint or will adversely affect the adhesion of the paint. Do not apply paint during high
wind (over 15 miles per hour) or high humidity (over 70 percent). Apply paint only when
ambient temperature is 40 degrees F or above and rising but not more than 95 degrees F.
Dimensions and arrangement of striping shall be as indicated. Apply paint to a wet film
thickness of 0.01 inch by means of conventional traffic line striping equipment. Traffic shall
not be permitted to use the painted areas for a minimum of 3 )0 minutes after painting sof lines
has been completed.
3.2.6 Curbs and Gutters
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, methods of construction of curbs
and gutters shall be in accordance with Division 8, Incidentals, Section 846.
Provide curbs and gutters as indicated. Provide concrete construction as specified in Section
4, Concrete Structures.
3.2.7 Guard (Guide) Rails
None
3.2.8 Median Barrier
None
3 3.2.9 Traffic Signs
NCDOT Standard Specifications for Roads and Structures, install traffic signs in accordance
with Division 9, Traffic Control, Section 900.
3.3 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
Sample shall be taken by Contractor as specified herein. Contractor shall replace pavement
where sample cores have been removed.
).-)3 3 .I Sample and Core Identification
Place each sample and core in a container and securely seal to prevent loss of material. Tag
each sample for identification. Tag shall contain the following information:
a. Contract No.
b. Sample No.
c. Quantity
d. Date of Sample
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e. Sample Description
f. Source/Location/Stations Placed/depth below the finish grade
g. Intended Use
h. Thicknesses of various lifts placed
3.3.2 Testing
3.3.2.1 Bituminous Mix Testing
Take two samples per day per mix type at plant or from truck.. Test uncompac ed mix for
extraction in accordance with ASTM D 2172 and sieve analysis in accordance' with AASHTO
T30. Test samples for stability and flow in accordance with ASTM D 1559. When two
consecutive tests fail to meet requirements of specifications, cease placement operations and
test a new trial batch prior to resumption of placement operations.
3.3.2 2 Testing of Pavement Course
a. Density: Determine density of pavement by testing cores obtained from the binder'
and wearing course in accordance with AASHTO T230. Take three cores at
location designated by Engineer for each200 tons; or fraction thereof, of asphalt
placed. Deliver cores undisturbed and undamaged to laboratory and provide test
results within 48 hours of each day placement of paving materials.
b. Thickness: Determine thickness of the binder and wearing course from cores taken
for density test.
c. Straightedge Test: Test compacted surface of binder course and wearing course with
a straightedge as work progresses. Apply straightedge parallel with and at right
angles to center line after final rolling. Variations in the binder course surface shall
not be more than 1/4 inches from the lower edge of the 10 foot straightedge;
variations in wearing, course surface shall not be more than 1/4 from the lower edge
of the 10 foot straightedge. Pavement showing irregularities greater than that
specified shall be corrected as directed by Engineer.
3.3.23 Alternate Testing Method for Pavement Courses
At Contractor's option the following in -place testing method may be used to determine density
and thickness in lieu of testing specified above. Frequency of testing shall be the same, When
in -place nuclear method to determine density is used, take two pavement cores at locations
designated by Engineer and turn over to {owner to verify pavement thickness.
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a. Density: Determine density of pavement by in -place testing using Nuclear Method in
accordance with ASTM D 2950.
b. Thickness: Determine thickness of finished pavement by use of following equation:
t= —W
0.75d
Where t= pavement thickness, in inches.
W= average weight per square yard of mixture actually used in work.
d= compacted density as measured by nuclear density device.
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SECTION
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
MATERIALS
CONTENTS'
01. General 1-1
02. Pipe 1-1
03. Fittings (Sewer Farce Mains) 1 _2
04. Valves (Sewer Force Mains) 1-3s
05, Manholes 1.
06. Casing Pipe 1-4'
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SECTION
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
MATERIALS
01. GENERAL: All material shall be of the best commercial quality for the purpose specific(
and shall be free from defects that might impair the strength and durability.
Where two or more materials are specified as acceptable for the same service and where
proposals are requested from the bidders for each material, the Owner reserves the right to stile
the material to be used and to award the contract on either low prices or other construction that hi
determines to be in his best interest. This right is ftirther extended to allow the Owner to award
contract on the basis of using one material in a portion of the contract, or under one set
conditions, and an alternate material. in another portion of the contract, or under another set o
conditions if such a division is recommended by the Engineer and is determined to be in th+
Owner's best interest.
02. PIPE:
A. Concrete: Concrete 'pipe shall conform to ASTM C-14, High Strength, except to
special conditions, such as railroad and river crossings. In these cases, the Engineers steal
designate the class of concrete pipe proposed on the working drawings. All concrete pipe 1 " an
larger shall conform to ASTM -76 Concrete sanitary sewer pipe shall be laid using an approve(
rubber gasket joint except for tie-ins to existing system.
B. Ductile Iron: Shall conforin to the requirements of ANSI A21.51 ;(A WW A C 151
See plansand/or bird items for thickness classifications.
1 Joints: Mechanical ASA Specifications A21.11 (AW A C111). Push o
single gasket conforming to Federal Specifications W-P-421b, Type 11.
2. Pipe Lining. Cement mortar with a bituminous seal coat conforming t
ANSI A21.5 (AWWA C 104). For pipe sizes 6" or larger, interior coating shall withstan
hydroizen sulfide bacterially corrosive enviro eats down to pH 2. Lining shall b
n
0
d
Se percoat, Strang Seal, Quadex, or approved equal.
3. Exterior Coatin-aBituminous in accordance with manufacturer's
specifications.
C. PVC Pine Gravity Sewers): All PVC Pipe shall conform to ASTM D-30 4, SDR
35.
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jginLs: All joints shall use a rubber gasketed system
2. Installation: Pipe and fittings will be in accordance with ASTM D-2321.
Only Class 1,11 111 embedment materials will be considered suitable for PVC applications.
3. Fittings: All fittings shall conform to ASTM D1784,
D. PVC Pipe (Sewer Force Mains : PVC Pipe shall be SDR 21 as specified in the
contract documents (Schedule of Bid Items). The pipe shall be plainly marked with the following
information: manufacturer's name, size, material (PVC) type and grade or compound, NSF Seal,
pressure rating and reference to appropriate product standards. All sewer force mains shall have
tracing tape located'/ the depthness of the force main line.
I. PVC pipe used for construction shall comply to the following standards:
a. Standard dimension ratio - ASTM D 2241
200 psi pipe SDR 21
b. Grade I PVC Compound Material - ASTM D 1869
c. Rubber Coupling Rings - ASTM D 1599
d. Burst Pressure Test, 150 psi - ASTM D 1599
200 psi, SDR-21-minimum quick
burst pressure 800 psi
e. Impact Strength - ASTM D 2444
E. Service Connection: The 4" and 6" pipe and fittings used shall be Sch. 40 PVC
conformin9 to ASTM D-2665 and ASTM D-2466 respectively, Submittals of materials to be used
shall be submitted to the Engineer before construction begins.
01 FITTINGS (Server Force Mains):
A. Ductile Iron: Ductile iron special castings or fittings shall be all mechanical joint.
The special castings or fittings shall be manufactured in strict accordance with Specifications ANSI
A21.10 (AWWA CI 10). Fittings T' - 12" shall be Class 250,- 14" and larger may be Class 150.
In the case of mechanical joint fittings, payment shall be made on a per unit basis and shall
include the body and accessories.
All ductile iron fittings shall be lined with one-half thickness cement lining, commonly
known as "enameling" and have a bituminous coating both inside and out. For pipe sizes 6­ or
larger, interior coating shall withstand hydrogen sulfide bacterially corrosive environments down to
pH2. Lining shall be Sewpercoat, Strong Seal, Quadex.or approved equal.
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04. VALVES (Sewer Farce Mains:
A. Crate Valves: Gate valves shall be designed and manufactured in accordance with
the requirements of the latest revision of AWWA C-500. All valves shall be of iron body, bronze
mounted, double disc parallel seat type with non -rising stems and a 21" square operating nut. Gate
valves shall be resilient seat valves. Valves 16" and lamer shall have a by-pass to equalize pressure
on both of the valves to facilitate opening. All valves 24" and larger shall be equipped with
gearing.
Valve ends shall be of the size and type required for connections to the type service line
used. Standard connections shall be push -on with gaskets for PVC pipe, or M.J. or M.J. for DI
pipe.
Pressure ratings for the valves shall be as follows -
WORKING HYDROSTATIC TEST
SIZE PRESSURE PRESSURE (SHELL)
" - 12" 200 psi 400 psi
14" - 2411 10 psi 300'psi
Mueller,American-Darling or approved equal will be accepted.
B. Valve Boxes: Adjustable valve boxes shall be of quality and workmanship to those
manufactured by Mueller Company, or Resselaer Valve Company or an approved equal. Valve
boxes shall be of close -gained grey cast iron. The valve boxes shall be the two piece screw type
and the cover or cap shall have cast on the upper surface in raised letters the word "Sewer". Valve
boxes shall be painted with a coat of protective asphal -n paint before being shipped from the
factory. Concrete protector rings shall be placed around valve boxes.
05. MANHOLES: Manholes may be built of approved brick, manhole block, or precast
concrete sections.
A. Field Built Manholes.:
I. Brick: Shall be grade SW common, hard burned clay ATM C.
(a) Cement: Portland ASTM Standard.
(b) Sand: Clean silica sand.
2. Manholes Ste s: Cast iron, ASTM A48, for Class 30 grey iron.
Approved Dewey Brothers MH- T 1.
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3. Manholes Frames and Covers: Manholes frarnes and covers shall be
designed for heavy traffic weighing not less than 310 lbs. Iron shall be tough, dense, and
even gained, cast in a true symmetrical pattern free from defects of any kind. Approved
Dewey Brothers MH RCR 2001.
B. Precast Concrete Manholes: Precast Concrete Manholes sections shall conform to
ATM C78 latest revision. The successful bidder shall submit three copies of 'shop drawings of
the precast manholes proposed to be used for approval by the Engineer before ordering the
manholes for the proposed project. Precast manholes with preformed bottoms shall be set on a
minimum of 6" of gravel or stone base. The stone or gavel base shall be placed over an area not
less than 7'x 7' centered on the centerline of the proposed manhole location.
06. CASING PIPE.`
A. Boring Under Paved Roads and Highways: The inside diameter of the casing pipe
shall not be less than 2" greater than the largest outside diameter of the joints and couplings for
carrier pipe less than 6 O.D.,; and 4" greater for carrier pipe " and larger.: It shall, in all cases, be
great enough to easily remove` carrier pipe without disturbing the casing pipe.
1 Pipe Size 8" and Smaller: Schedule 40 wrought steel or wrought iron pipe
having a wall thickness as shown below may be used for casing pipe 8" and smaller.
DIAMETER OF PIPE WROUGHT STEEL WROUGHT IRON
INCHES WALL THICKNESS WALL THICKNESS
INCHES INCHES
2-1/2 .203 208
3 .216 .221
3-1 /2 22 .231
4 .237 .242
5 .258 .263
6 .280 .26
8 .322 .32
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2 Pipe Sizes 8" and Larger: Steel pipe for casings 8" and larger shah be
manufactured from steel having a minimum Meld strength of 35,000 psi with the minimum
wall thickness as shown.. below:
DIAMETER MINIMUM WALL THICKNESS
INCHES INCHES
10" .188
12" .188
16'r .250
20" ,250
2` " .250
}}' 312'
36" .375
B. Boring Under Railroads: The inside diameter of the casing pipe shall not be less
than 2" greater than the largest outside diameter of the joints d couplings for the carrier pipe less
than 6" Q.I. and " greater for carrier pipe 6" and larger. It shall, in all cases, be great enough to
easily remove carrier pipe without disturbing the casing pipe.
Steel pipe manufactured from steel having a minimum yield strength of 5,000 psi and
having a minimum permissible wall thickness as listed below shall be used as casing pipe.
DIAMETER OF PIPE MINIMUM 'WALL THICKNESS
INCHES INCHES
I0"" ,188
12" .251
16" .312
18" 313
2 .375
24" .407
.469
36," .532
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SECTION 9
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
PIPE INSTALLATION
CONTENTS
01.
General
9-1
02.
Pipe bedding Requirements (Gravity Mains)
9-1
03.
Grade
9-2
04.
Inspection and Testing
9-2
05.
Concrete Cradle and Encasement
9-3
0&
Pipeline Construction (Sewer Force Main)
9-3
07.
Manhole Construction
9-4
08.
Connection to Existing Work
9-6
09.
Borings
9-6
10.
Method of Measurement
9-6
11.
Basis of Payment
9-6
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SECTION 9
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
:PIPE INSTALLATION
OL GENERAL: The Contractor shall not lay pipe until the Engineer has checked and approved
the grade. Any pipe laid without the approval of the Engineer shall be removed and 'relayed if
directed.
Whenever the Engineer authorizes the use of wood blocks or "Mud Sills" for supporting the
pipe, such sills shalt be at least " longer than the O.D. of the pipe and in section shall be at least "
by I " for 1" and lamer pipe. No extra compensation shall be allowed for the use of such
material.
Pipe' shall not be laid in water, and water shall not be allowed to flow against or over the
joints until they have properly set.
The pipe and specials shall be so laid in the trench such that after the sewer is completed,
the invert of the pipe shall conform accurately to line and grade.
Previous to being lowered into the trench, each pipe shall be carefully inspected by the pipe
foreman, and all faulty pipe shall be rejected and removed from the j bsite.
A bell hale shall be dug for each pocket. Bell holes shall be no larger than necessary for
making the joint. The bottom of the trench shall be shaped to fit the bottom quarter of the pipe to
insure a firm even be "rig on undisturbed earth of the entire length of the pipe.
The interior of the bell of the last pipe laid and the spigot of the next pipe shall be wiped
clean and dry as each joint is laid.
Rubber gaskets shall be installed, lubricated and protected strictly as recommended by the
pipeand/or gasket manufacturer. In case pressure from the compressed gasket tends to open the
joint after it is made, the Contractor will provide a positive means of holding pipe joints after
installation to hold the joint as made.
02. PIPE BEDDING REQUIREMENTS ravity Mains), The following are minimum
bedding requirements for gravity sewers. See the special provisions of this contract for any
revisions to these minimum requirements.
A. Ductile Iron or Concrete Pi ing: Pipe shall be bedded in 3/4" maximum diameter
granular material placed on the flat trench bottom.
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I. Pine Death 0-14 Feet: The granular bedding- shall have a minimum
thickness of 1/4 the outside diameter of the pipe, and shall be no less than 4" thick below
the pipe barrel and shall be backfilled with stone to a depth of 13 the outside diameter of
the pipe. The backfill for a minimum of 24" over the top of the pipe shall be carefully
compacted material brought up on maximum 6" lifts.
Pipe bedding shall conform to Class "C" bedding with 3/4" maximum diameter
granular material as described in the American Concrete Pipe Association Handbook.
1 ripe Depth 14-18 Feet: In trenches between 14' and 18' in depth, the pipe
shall be installed on Class "B" bedding having a minimum thickness of 1/22 the outside
diameter of the pipe, but not less than 4" thick below the pipe barrel and backfilled with
crushed stone to at least one-half the pipe diameter. The backfill for a minimum of 24" over
the top of the pipe shall be carefully compacted material brought up in maximum 6" lifts.
B. PVC Piping: Pipe installation shall be in accordance with ATM D 2312L
Installation shall consist of Class I bedding material (Gravel 1/4" to 3 )/4" particle size) having a
minimum thickness of 1/2 the outside diameter of the pipe, but no less than 4" thick below the pipe
barrel and continue as backtill to the top of the pipe. Based on the existing soil conditions, the
Engineer may adjust the depth of Bedding Material required. Any adjustment in the depth will be
authorized in the Special Provisions or in writing by the Engineer. Initial backfill from the top of
the pipe to 6" above the top of the pipe shall be of Class 1.11 or III materials (sand or gravel). The
Class 1, 11 and III backfill shall extend over the full width of the trench. Class IV material (silt or
clay) may be used above the initial backfill. PVC piping shall only be used for depths of 0 — 14
feet, Over 14 feet in depth shall require ductile iron piping.
03. GRADE:
A. Laser Beam: If laser beam equipment is used, the Contractor will check the pipe
grade mid alignment every 50', by on line and grade instruments, to insure that the pipe is being laid
according to plans and/or cut sheets. Any deviations in grade or alignment will be corrected by the
Contractor at no charge to the Owner.
04. INSPECTION AND TESTING: Visual inspection of individual legs of the gravity sewer
main between manholes shall be performed by the Engineer prior to the line being placed into
service. The sewer main shall exhibit a full circle pattern whenviewed. It shall also be free of any
obstructions, rocks, pieces of wood, dirt, etc. and shall be true to line and grade.
A. Flushing: Any obstructions revealed during visual inspection of the line shall be
removed by flushing with water at a minimum velocity of 2.5'per second until the line is clean.
B. Infiltration: Leakage into the sewer shall not exceed 100 gallons per day per inch of
pipe diameter per mile of sewer for any section between manholes. If leak -age into the sewer
appears excessive, a testing program determined by the Engineer shall be initiated by the
Contractor.
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'
MON
of water required
east 4' above the ci
the leakage test may be made by measuring the amount of infiltration. The duration of the
test shall be six hours or to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
2. Method B: If unable to locate leakage using Method A, a low pressure
compressed air test may be used. A section of sewer main shall be considered acceptable
when tested at an average of 3.0 psi above any back pressure applied by groundwater above
the pipe, when that section does not lose air at a rate greater than 0.0030 cfm, per square feet
of internal pipe surface. If this method is used, separate infiltration/exfiltration tests will be
performed on each manhole
C. Deflection Testing: This test may be required on some PVC composite pipes as
determined by the Engineer. If required, the test shall be performed using a nine prong mandrel
pulled through the pipe. The maximui-n allowable deflection will be five percent. Mandrel size
will be in accordance with the following table:
Main Size Mandrel Dimensions
the Engineer, the pipe shall be supported on a concrete cradle or encased in concrete. The
icrete shall have just enough water to make it workable. Total compensation to the Contractor
dl be one and one-half times the cost of the concrete delivered by truck.
PIPEUNE CONSTRUCTIQN (5ewer Force_Main�: Pipe under pressure shall be laid in
All pipe, special castings, valves, fittings, hydrants, and the bells, and/or spigots, of same
ill be thoroughly cleaned of all earth or other foreign matter before being fitted together. The
got end shall be adjusted in the bell of the pipe, special castings, valves, and hydrants, to allow
uniform gasket space; and the pipe shall be completely forced home and held there.
A. Blocking: All turns, fittings, etc., that induce pressure which would cause
)aration of the pipe, break -age, etc., shall be blocked with 3,000 lb. concrete. Blocking shall be
med and placed in such a manner that the pressure to be exerted at the point of blocking shall be
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transferred to firm, undisturbed earth at a maximum load of 2,000 lbs. per square foot. The
Contractor shall insure that blocking at all tees, bends, plugs, etc., shall be sufficient to contain all
pressure exerted by the pipe tip to a pressure of 150 lbs. per square inch hydraulic pressure within
the pipe, i.e., pressure at plug = 150# x (area of pipe in inches). The Contractor shall also be
responsible for any damage or repairs caused by blowouts of any insufficiently blocked pipe.
B. Testing: The Contractor will be required to set up a pump and test out each section
of water line or sewage force main to a hydrostatic pressure of one hundred fifty (150) pounds per
square inch or the rated pressure of the pipe whichever is less.
This test shall be sustained for not less than two hours, and as much longer as the Engineer
may require to determine the tightness of the joints, or to detect any broken or otherwise defective
material in the pipe lines. Leakage shall not exceed the amount determined by L = [(N)(D)(T)"]
/1850 where L is leakage in gal/hr., N is number of joints, D is Inside Diameter of ipe in inches,
p
and T is the Test Pressure in PSI. The Contractor shall remove and replace any defective material
that shows evidence of leak -age.
C. Basis of P_avment: Payment shall be made at the contract unit price on the measured
length of the force main. Unit price in bid shall include tying in to the manhole, as well as
connection to pump station outlet pipe.
07. MANHOLE CONSTRUCTION: The mortar used for brick masonry shall conform to the
requirements hereiribefore set forth. Excavation shall be made to the required depth and the
foundation of the manhole shall be constructed as shown on the plans.
A� Field Built Manholes: All brick shall be thoroughly wet before use. The mortar
shall be mixed and tempered so that it will almost flow. The brick shall be laid so that they will be
thoroughly bonded into the mortar by means of the "shove joint" method; buttered or plastered
joints will not be pennitted. The headers and stretchers shall be so arranged as to form a thoroughly
bonded and keyed mass. Each fifth course shall be a stretcher course, the intervening courses being
headers. All mortar joints shall be at least 3/8" in thickness, and they shall be completely filled
with mortar. Whole brick shall be used except for shaping around irregular openings or to finish
out a course. Competent bricklayers shall be employed on the work and all details of construction
shall be in accordance with approved practice and shall be done to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
The outside of the manholes shall be plastered with at least one-half inch of mortar and
where manholes extend above the ground level, the plastering shall be finished smooth to a neat
appearance. Except where ductile iron pipe is used or pipe enters the manholes at an angle to the
direction of flow, the pipe shall be laid through the manholes. The invert of the manhole shall be
built by using concrete or brick so that the bottom half of the pipe shall be entirely encased and the
concrete or brick shall be extended vertically from the spring line of the pipe to a point level with
the top of the pipe. From this point to the side of the manhole, there shall be a rise of at least 4". If
bricks are used, each brick must be pushed into the mortar and the exposed surfaces shall be
plastered with at least 3 )/4" of mortar. After the invert.has set tip, the top half of the pipe shall be
broken out down to the spring line and the rough edges shall be pointed up so as to leave a smooth
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surface. In the case of ductile iron pipe or pipes entering at an angle, the invert shall be formed to
the cross section described herein with brick or concrete. The invert shall be curved to conforra to
the direction of flow in the manhole.
Manhole steps shall be placed inside of the manhole if it is more than 4' in depth. Steps
shall also be provided on the outside of all manholes rising more than 4' finished ground level.
Manhole steps shall be 15" apart beginning 2' from the bottom and ending 3' from the top of the
manhole casting. The steps shall be set in the masonry as the work is built up, thoroughly bonded,
and accurately spaced and aligned.
Where existing manholes are to be reused, the Contractor shall make all connections
thereto, as directed by the Engineer, at no additional cost. If however, it is necessary to modify the
bottom of the manholes or make other major adjustments, such work shall be classified as extra
work and additional compensation allowed.
Manholes shall be left clean and in good order and so kept until final acceptance of the
work.
Manhole tops shall be set at an elevation to be determined by the Engineer for each
individual manhole. Any manhole that is built without securing this information from the
Engineer, or not as ordered by the Engineer, that is fotind to be at an elevation too high or too low,
shall be lowered or raised as ordered by the Engineer. If necessary to comply with the detail
drawing, the manhole may be required to be torn down to the beginning point of the draw -in and
rebuilt from that point.
B. Precast Concrete Manholes: Precast concrete manholes may be furnished and
installed as specified herein:
Excavation will be made to the required depth and the foundation on which precast manhole
is to be set shall be approved by the Engineer. The excavation shall include the removal of
obstructions and the removal of unstable materials unsuitable for a good foundation. The
excavation shall allow for a minimum 6" thick bedding of crushed stone under the manhole base 7'
square.
Precast manholes shall consist of a monolithic precast base section with built up 1:2
concrete mortar inverts. Precast base sections shall be set at the proper invert elevations pin a 6"
thick base of crushed stone which is 7' square.
The barrel of the manhole shall be constructed from precast, reinforced sections, stacked to
form the manhole and manufactured according to the latest revision of ASTM C-476. The tapered
section of the manhole shall be manufactured under the same specification and designed in a
manner to suit the Engineer's requirements. Top slabs of manholes shall be designed to support
street traffic and H-20 loadings. Precast manhole sections shall be joined with mastic material to
show both inside and outside. Inlet and outlet pipes are to be connected to the manholes by means
of flexible connectors cast into the manhole section. Flexible connectors are to be manufactured of
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high quality rubber or synthetic rubber and all strap clamps or draw bolts are tao be manufactured
form stainless steel.
Precast inverts are required in precast manholes.
08. CONNECTION TO EXISTING WORK: Connections to existing manholes and sewers
shall be made in such a manner that the Work will conform to the requirements of new work.
09. BORINGS:
A. Borings under Paved Roads and Highways: The minimutn depth from the roadway
surface to the top of the casing pipe at its closest point shall be 3'. When the casing pipe ends are
below ground, they shall be protected from the entrance of foreign material.
Contractors shall be required to provide shoring of boring pits and trenches more than 6'
deep in accordance with the North Carolina Department of Transportation and Federal Occupation
Health and Safety Act.
B. Borini!s under Railroads: The depth from the base of the railway rail to the top of
the casinQ at the closest point shall not be less than 6'. Also, there should not be less than T from
the bottom of the side ditches to the top of the casing pipe. Where ends of casing pipe are below
grade, provisions shall be taken to protect the ends against foreign material.
Contractors shall be required to shore all pits used for boring if it is over 6'.
10� METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: The quantities to be paid for under this section shall be
the actual number of feet of sanitary sewer pipe installed at varying depths and classes of pipe. The
length shall be measured from the beginning of the pipe to the end of the line, including distances
through intermediate manholes, except where crosslines are constructed, and in such cases, the
distance through the manhole will be measured only.
Manholes shall be measured by unit of the varying classifications of depth. The depth shall
be measured from the invert of the effluent line to the top of the brick or block work. Where
special drop manholes are constructed, payment shall be made on the basis of the unit price for drop
manholes in various depth classifications.
11. BASIS OF PAYMENT: The quantities as measured above shall be paid for at the contract
unit prices per linear foot for sanitary sewers of the classes, depths, sizes, and dimensions called for
in the proposal, complete in place and accepted; and at the contract unit prices bid for manholes of
the dimensions, types, and depths called for in the proposal, complete in place and accepted; which
prices and payments shall be full compensation for furnishing, hauling, and placing all pipe for all
materials, equipment, tools and labor, necessary for excavation and backfilling disposal of surplus
materials, removal of existing structures,., and ali other incidentals necessary to complete the work.
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SECTION 10'
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
EARTHWORK
CONTENTS
01.
General
10-1
02.
Character of Excavation Material
10-1
01
Existing Underground Utilities
10-1
04.
Conflicts
10-1
05.
Temporary Drainage
10-1
06.
Shoring
10-1
07.
Excavation (General)
10-2
0.
Backflling
10-31
09.
Excess Material
10-3
10.
Borrow
10-
11.
Pavment
10-3
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SECTION 10
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
EARTHWORK
01. GENERAL: This section shall include all excavation, shoring, de,,vatering, filling,
backfilling, and compacting as indicated on the drawings, and specified herein, and directed by the
Engineer. Provisions of this section shall apply to all pipe work within the city limits, within streets
or public rights -of -way, and any pipe work- outside the city limits that will be added to the city's
water, sewer or storm sewer System.
01 CHARACTER OF EXCAVATION MATERIAL: Since soils vary widely within tile
project area, the Contractor shall satisfy himself as to the nature of material that will be encountered
during the course of the project. All excavation shall be considered unclassified regardless of the
material encountered.
0"). EXISTING UNDERGROUND UTILITIES: The Contractor shall be responsible for
locating all underground utilities and structures along the pipe lines to be installed in order to avoid
conflict and costly repair of such -utilities.
04. CONFLICTS: Where it is impossible to avoid conflict with existing utilities, the new
construction shall be performed in a manner that will cause the least amount of disturbance to the
existing facility. Any damage to existing facilities shall be repaired immediately according to the
directions of the owner of such facilities.
05. TEMPORARY DRAINAGE: Pumping equipment shall be provided and employed to
promptly remove any water that accumulates in the excavation. The area of excavation shall be
limited to that which can properly be dewatered by the equipment in use. The excavation shall be
maintained in a dry condition while construction is in progress. Surface water shall be diverted
from the excavation by sloping the ground away from the ditch.
A. Disnosal of Water: The water from the excavation shall be disposed of in such a
manner that the natural drainage of the area shall not be disturbed. All gutters.. drains, sewers, and
culverts shall be kept clean for surface drainage.
06. SHORING: Shoring will be provided by the Contractor when the excavation will endanger
existing structures, utilities, pavements and banks, and when necessary to protect workmen. The
shoring shall be constructed of adequate size members and the arrangement of members shall be
suitable to withstand the earth pressure expected. Shoring, sheeting, and bracing that is utilized
above the invert of the pipe shall be removed careftilly during the backfilling process in order to
prevent caving that might displace the pipe from the correct line and grade. When and where
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directed by the Engineer, sheeting may be left in place in the backfill with adequate braces to
provide lateral support.
07. EXCAVATION (Qeneral�: Trenches shall be excavated by open cut to the line and grade
given by the Engineer. Vertical cuts shall be used whenever possible, but in unstable soils, trenches
may be sloped from the top of the excavation to a point 31.0 feet above the top of the pipe with the
width of the trench from this depth to the bottom of the ditch governed by A below. The bottom 4"
of the excavation shall be excavated by hand. Bell holes shall be excavated by hand to insure that
the pipe is properly supported for its entire length.
A. Trench Width: The maximum width of the trench shall be 24" plus the outside
diameter of the pipe. This width shall also apply to sloped trenches for the last 3' above the top of
the proposed pipe.
B. Excavated Material: Material excavated from the ditch shall be placed (whenever
possible) in piles along the side of the trench. When it is necessary to stockpile excavated material,
it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to secure the stock -pile areas. No excavated material shall
be placed on private property without the consent of the Owner.
C� All excavation shall be considered unclassified regardless of nature of material
encountered.
D. Whenever the bottom of the trench is unstable and does not afford a good
foundation, the Contractor shall remove such part as may be necessary and replace 'with suitable
material from the surface to make a good foundation without extra compensation.
E. Under exceptional conditions where ground water and unstable soil are such that it
is not possible to obtain a suitable foundation with material on the trench bank, the Engineer will
determine the method to be followed and the Contractor will be compensated for extra foundation
material delivered on the trench. On account of the difficulty in determining extra labor involved,
no extra compensation will be allowed for placing it, but it will be held to be included in the unit
price bid per linear foot of pipe.
F. Excavation for manholes and other appurtenances shall be sufficiently large to leave
at least 12" clear between their outer surfaces and in the line of the excavation or supporting timber,
G, Any unauthorized excavation below the pipe or structure shall be filled with sand,
gravel, or concrete at the expense of the Contractor.
H. Where sheathing or bracing is used, no extra compensation will be allowed, except
where the Engineer directs that it be left in place, in which case the Contractor will be allowed $300
per thousand board feet measure for material so left.
1. The Contractor shall include in the unit price for laying pipe all necessary pumping
and well pointing,
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08. BACKFILLING: Backfilling shall progress as rapidly as the pipe laying and testing
permits. The trench shall be backfilledwith approved material free from large clods or stones. The
initial backfill shall be carefully placed on both sides of the pipe at the same time and thoroughly
tamped around the barrel of the pipe until enough material has been placed to provide 2' of cover
above the top of the pipe. The remainder of the backfill shall be placed in well compacted, one foot
la,
,vets using approved mechanical tampers. In no case shall the backfill material be placed in
unequal layers on one side of the pipe that might cause pipe displacement. In existing streets, roads
or alleys, the backfill shall be compacted to a density of 95% as detennined by ASTM A-695 using
approved mechanical tampers in 6" layers to the top of the trench. The top elevation of the trench
shall be graded to the original grade that existed before excavation. In no case shall material such
as old pavement, curbs, bricks or blocks be placed in the backfill.
A. Dewatering: Dewatering, when required, shall be continued during construction
including the pipe laying and the backfilling process. Adequate equipment shall be used and
maintained by the Contractor to insure a dry trench.
B. Rock Cut: If rock is encountered in excavation, rock shall be removed to a depth of
8" below the bottom of the pipe. This 8" shall be refilled with select material.
C. Muck: Muck may be used in the backfill after at least 2.0 feet of approved material
has been placed above the bell of the pipe. Muck shall not be used in the backfill in any stree Lroad
or allev. When it is encountered, approved backfill material shall be hauled in by the Contractor.
D, 5heeting� When sheeting is removed from the backfill, all cavities shall be properly
filled.
09. EXCESS MATERIAL: Excess material and material that is suitable for back -fill shall be
disposed of at sites obtained by the Contractor.
10. BORROW: When the material excavated is not sufficient to meet the requirements for fill
material, borrow shall be obtained by the Contractor. Borrow material shall be approved by the
Engineer prior to placement. Borrow shall be paid for under this bid item for Select Material.
11. PAYMENT: Payment for this section shall not be made directly, but shall be included in
the unit price per LF. of pipe.
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SECTION I 1
SANITARY" SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
SITEWORK
CONTENTS'
01. General 11-1
0.
Site Preparation
11-1
03.
Preliminary , Work
11-1
4.
Clearing and Grubbing
11-2
05.
Disposal of Cleared and Grubbed Material '
11-2
06.
Pavement Removal and Replacement
11-2
0.
Work in Railroad Rights -of -Way
11-
0.
Sedimentation and Erosion Control
11-3
0.
Method of Measurement
11-3
10.
Basis of Payment
11-3
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SECTION I I
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
SITEWORK
01. GENERAL: This section includes the clearing and grubbing of all required construction
areas together with disposal of materials, site preparation, and clean up as specified herein.
02. SITE PREPARATION:
A. ExistinQ Facilities: The Contractor shall provide protection for all existing
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structures, buildings, and utilities against all construction activity. The Contractor shall protect and
preserve the Owner harmless against damage and claims resulting from these activities.
B. Streets and Hi2hways: Effective barricades, danger signals and signs on all streets
and in other locations where required for the protection of the work and the safety of the public,
shall be provided, erected and maintained by the Contractor. Barricades and obstructions that
encroach on, or are adjacent to, public rights -of -way shall be properly lighted between the hours of
sunset and sunrise. The Contractor shall conform to all city, state and local laws and regulations in
the use of streets and highways, The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages occurring due
to neglect or failure to meet these requirements. When dictated by conditions that might endanger
the public, a watchman shall be provided to fulfill the requirements stated herein.
C. Traffic Flow and Continuance of Services: The work shall be arranged in a manner
rill cause a minimum of disturbance to vehicular and pedestrian traffic. Adequate egress and
�s to both private and public property shall be provided by the Contractor during all stages of
uction. Without written approval from the municipality and utility company, existing
es shall not be interrupted by the construction work.
PRELIMINARY WORK:
A. Rights -of -Way: Adequate working space shall be cleared along the pipe lines and
shall be provided for control stakes and hubs. Trees and permanent structures not located
i the right-of-way of new streets shall be removed only as directed.
B. Valuable Trees and Shrubs: When the construction work involves the removal of
)le trees and shrubs on existing public rights -of -way, the work shall be done in cooperation
he city, county or state.
Protection or Private Empe j:!y: The Contractor shall provide protection tor pnvately
Ces and shrubs bordering the right-of-way and shall take full responsibility for any damage
occur.
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04. CLEARING AND GRUBBING: Clearing and grubbing shall be performed in areas
indicated and where required for construction. It shall include the complete removal and disposal
of all brush, weed, timber, stumps, rubbish, and all other obstructions. All such material shall be
removed to a depth of at least one foot below finished grade. In clearing and grubbing areas where
excavation is done, all timber, roots, or stumps removed that are exposed by said excavation shall
be removed to a depth of one foot below the excavated surface.
05. DISPOSAL OF CLEARED AND GRUBBED MATERIAL All refuse from the clearing
and grubbing operation shall be disposed of either by burning or removal to a dump area that is
approved by the city. The Contractor shall obtain a burning permit from the city fire chief before
any burning is started. Burning, if approved, shall be done in such a manner that it does not create
hazards such as damage to existing structures, trees and vegetation, interference with traffic and
construction in progress. When the construction site is outside the city limits and burning is
required, proper pen -nits shall be obtained from the city, county or state officials. All disposal by
burning shall be kept under constant supervision until all fires have been extinguished and all
burning shall comply with all state and local laws relative to the building of fires.
06. PAVEMENT REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT:
A. Removal: When pipe is to be laid in existing paved streets, the pavement shall be
cut to true and neat lines as directed by the Engineer. Power driven cutting saws are preferred;
pavement breakers driven by air compressors are acceptable if approved by the Engineer. All
broken pavement shall be removed before trenching is started.
B. Replacement: The pipe trench shall be back -filled with granular select material to
within 10" of the pavement surface. The trench shall then be filled with ABC stone to the surface
and sufficiently compacted. The stone fill shall be maintained in a workmanlike manner until the
asphalt surface has been replaced. The edges of the asphalt shall be neatly trinuned to a new face
and mopped with asphalt cement. The asphalt surface shall be placed and thoroughly rolled to a
smooth, dense surface true to adjacent areas of the street. The asphalt surface course shall consist
of Type 1-2 bituminous concrete surface course in accordance with North Carolina Department of
Transportation Specifications.
Cut areas shall be maintained by the Contractor in a safe, passable condition until paved.
Should the area create a dusty condition, the Contractor shall remedy this condition by the use of
water or calcium chloride. Special care shall be given to the areas cut in traffic lanes and
intersections by placing crushed stone and maintaining in a smooth condition at the Contractor's
expense,
C. Sidewalk, Drivewav and Curb and Gutter Renlacer nent: Existing sidewalks and
paved driveways, including curb and gutters removed, disturbed or destroyed by construction, shall
be replaced or repaired. The finished -,work shall be equal in all respects to the original.
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D. State HighwayCCrossin : All construction related to state highway crossing shall be
in full compliance with all requirements of the permit and to the satisfaction of the Department o
Transportation,
07. WORK IN RAILROAD RIGHTS -OF -WAY: Permits for all construction within the
rights -of -way of railroads shall be obtained by the Owner and shall be approved by the railroad
before commencing work in these areas.
Utility lines shall be installed in full compliance with all requirements of the railroad and to
their satisfaction, including any carrier pipe and encasement pipe. The Contractor shall provide all
warning and protective measures required by the railroad company.,
08. SEDIMENTATION AND EROSION CONTROL. The Contractor is instructed to control
sedimentation runoff by methods approved by the Engineer or the Storm Water Management
Division of SC DHEC during the course of construction of this project. The contractor is reminded
that all work shall meet all applicable requirements of the rules and regulations of the most recent
edition of the S.C.tormwater Management and Sediment Control Handbook for Land Dis "bin
Activities as published by SC DHEC
K METHOD OF MEASUREMENT: The quantities to be measured under this 'item shall
consist of the number of square yards of pavement replacement (sand clay and asphalt), For this
contract, the following maximum trench widths shall be used for final measurement;
A. Gravity Sewers - (0-10') ® 10'
B. Gravity Sewers - (10'-0') 1'
C. Sewer Force Main - 4'
10. BASIS OF PAYMENT: Pavement replacement shall be paid for at the unit price bid per
square yard for pavement replacement. All other items under this section shall not be paid for
directly, but shall be considered as an incidental 'part of construction and be included in the unit
price bid per LF of pipe.
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SECTION 12'
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MAINS AND FORCE MAINS
SEWAGE PUMP STATION
CONTENTS
01.
Scope
12-1
02.
Pumps
12-1
03.
Concrete Structures
12-3
04.
iCentral Control Panel and Level Controls
12-4
05.
Piping, Fittings and Valves
12-4
06.
Accessories
12-
07.
'Operation and Maintenance Manuals
12-
0.
Delivery and Handling
12-
09.
Guarantee
12-
10.
Field Quality Control
12-6
11.
Payment
1-
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SECTION 12
SANITARY SEWER CONSTRUCTION
GRAVITY MANS AND FORCE MAINS
SEWAGE PUMP STATION
01. SCOPE OF WORK: Famish all labor, materials, tools, equipment and performance of all
work necessary to famish and install the sewage pump station(s) as herein described and noted on
the detailed plans. Any deviations from the proposed design and specifications shall be pre
approved by the Engineer 10 days prior to the bid. date.'' Major items of construction shall include,
but not limited to the following:
8'0"x 6'0 Precast Wet Well wlAnti-Flotation Collar
2 - Submersible Sewage Pumps, Motors and Accessories (unless othenvise
approved)
Complete Lift -Cut and Guide Rail Assembly (Type 32 Stainless Steel)
Complete Flanged Discharge Piping and Fittings (Type 302 Stainless Steel)
2 - Flanged Slant Disc Check Valves
2 - Flanged Lever Operated Plug Valves
Aluminum Actress Doors as noted
Duplex Central Control Panel and Level Controls
4'" PVC Screened Vent Duct
4' }" x '0" x 5'0" Precast or Cast -In -Place Valve Vault
1 - Lift Out System
The above noted items are for reference only and should not be considered inclusive of all
materials necessary for the construction of the pump station. The Contractor is responsible for
providing all incidentals necessary to complete the station as sho"m on the detailed plans and
further specified herein.
01 PUMPS: The Contractor shall be responsible for providing two (2) sewage pumps capable
of meeting the following minimum design conditions:
Design Capacity (One pump)-- 500 gpm Pump Type — Submersible, Non -Clog
Design Capacity (2 pumps on)-950 gpm Total Dynamic is Head (Range) - 22'
Maximum Brake Horsepower - 5 Hp Potential Acceptable Pump Manufacturers:
Maxim Speed —1 50 RPM Flyght EMU, Ebar
Minimum: Design Efficiency -- 56% Discharge Size — 6"
Minimum Solids Capability — 3" Shut Off Head — 37'
A. Submersible Non Clog Sewage Pumps: The pumps are to be designed and
constructed to purnp sewage, heavy sludge and other fibrous materials without injurious damage
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during operation. The lifting cover, stator housing, volute casing, and impeller shall be
construction of ASTM 48, Class 30 gray cast iron. The volute will be fitted with ANSI 125 lb.
flan -es and tested to Hydraulic Institute standards at 150% of shut-off head. The interfaces
between the major castings shall be machined and fitted with Duna O-rings. All nuts, bolts, washers
and other fastening devices inside of wet well shall be constructed of 316 stainless steel.
The impeller shall be of the one-piece, single suction, radial flow design with well-rounded
leading edges and thick hydrofoil shape with large openings to prevent the accumulation of solids
and stringy material through the impeller.
Each pump shall be provided with a tandem mechanical rotation shaft seal system. I The
mechanical seal chamber will be oil filled and equipped with a moisture detection device wired
internally to the control cable. Each seal shall be held in contact by its own spring system and
require neither maintenance nor adjustment, but shall be easily inspected and replaceable. The
lower seal shall include a protective cup to prevent solids or stringy material from lodging in the
seal spring.
The pump and motor shaft will be of Series 400 stainless steel with a Brinnell hardness of
2K The shaft shall be designed such that the diameter of the shaft where it passes through the
lower seal is 1.97 inches with a maximum shaft deflection due to axial and radial thrust loads of .16
mm. The shaft is supported by double row lower and single row upper ball bearings with an L- 10
life of 40,000 hours minimum,
The sliding bracket assembly shalt be attached to the pumping unit constructed so that when
lowered to the discharge base/elbow, the knifing action of the vertical metal to metal seal provides a
self-cleaning, non -clogging, UL listed, non -sparking assembly.
Seal of the pump at the discharge flange will be accomplished by simple downward linear
motion of the pump with the entire weight of the pump guided to and pressing against connection,
no part of the pump shall bear directly on the sump floor and no rotary motion of the pump is
required for sealing. The system shall include stainless steel lift cable for raising and lowering the
pump. The Lift cable shall be connected to the bottom frame of the access hatch.
Motor shall be filled with dielectric type cooling oil (FDA approved). It shall be pumped
via a shaft mounted oil impeller through a spiral shaped heat exchanger. The power cable shall be
isolated by means of an O-ring terminal board. Motors shall meet the design criteria scheduled on
the drawinals. The motors shall have a code letter of "G" or less. Locked rotor kilovolt amperes
shall not exceed 6.29 per horsepower and shall be explosion proof. Provide motor with thermal
sensors, normally closed contacts, wired in series with starter overload contacts.
The submersible pump motor shall be designed for a Class 1, Groups C & D, Division I
hazardous location as defined by the National Electric Code. The units shall be listed with
Underwriters Laboratories as Class 1, Groups C & D, Division 1, explosion proof for installation in
water and sewage.
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Pump and control cables shall be UL listed "Water Resistant". properly sized and of proper
length to suit the installation. Each cable shall be provided with a green equipment grounding
conductor, sized as required, to meet code.
Cable entry system shall consist of three (3) separate seals.A rubber grommet that seals
both cable jackets shall be clamped onto cord by end holding caps An " " ring shall seal end
holding cap to bottom half of cord cap. kith cables shall have individual conductors stripped and
potted into motor if the cable jacket becomes damaged. Cords shall withstand a pull of 150 pounds
without loosening or losing integrity.
03. CONCRETE STRUCTURES: The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials,' equipment
d incidentals necessary to install the proposed wet well and valve vault (where specified) in
accordance with the detailed drawings and following specifications.
A. Wet Well Structure: ;The wet well structure shall consist of one monolithically cast
base section with an invert and a minimum E" long base slab extension for counter floatation. The
wet well risers/top sections shall have a minimum wall thickness of 7".:Seth top slab and bottom
shall have a minimum thickness of ". All openings in wet well sections shall be cast -in with the
exception of the influent pipe opening which shall be cored in the wall. The latest revision of the
following standards shall apply: ASTM C890-73, ASTM C1-78, and ASTM C913-7.
B. Valve Vault: The valve vault, where required, shall be of the dimensions noted on
the plans and specified herein: The vault shall be drained to the wet well as shown on the detailed
plans. Access to the vault will be facilitated by use of cast -in -place step or aluminum access ladder.
C. Concrete: Cement shall be Type 11, having a maximum Tricalcium Illuminate;
(3Ca AL203) content of 8%.
Coarse aggregate shall be sound, crushed, angular granitic stone only. Smooth or rounded
stone is not acceptable. Fine aggregate and course aggregate shall meet the requirements of ASTM
C33. Calcium Chloride or admixtures containing Calcium Chloride shall not be used in the
concrete mix:
U. Reinforcing: Reinforcing shall meet or exceed the minimums described in ASTM
C78.
E. Joint Sealing Material: Joints between precast sections shall be sealed with one inch
diameter Butyl rubber sealant conforming to Federal specification number S-S-00210-A'and
AA TO-198. The material shall be compounded of 100% solids. Asphaltic or petrochemical
based materials shall not be used.
F. Flexible Pipe Connectors. Watertight connections between the sewer pipe and
concrete shall be achieved with flexible pipe connectors conforming to ASTM C923.
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04. CENTRAL CONTROL PANEL AND LEVEL CONTROLS: The pump station control
panel shall be mounted in a NEMA 4X enclosure with outside deadfront design and hasp for
padlocking. The panel shall be designed for the electrical service as stated in Paragraph 02. Pumps,
Control and alarm circuits shall operate on 11 5-volt service.
The panel shall be equipped with properly sized normal and emergency main circuit
breakers which shall be mechanically interlocked. Circuit breakers shall also be provided for both
pumps and for controls. All circuit breakers shall be thermal magnetic type. A ftill voltage non -
reversing magnetic starter, Square D , GE or equal, non-adjustable quick trip ambient compensated
overload relay, amber running indicator light, hand -off -automatic selector switch and run time
indicators shall be provided for each pump.
The panel shall also be equipped with an alternating relay to reverse the lead purnp selected
on each successive start. An override circuit shall start both pumps if wet well level rises to the
"Lag" start elevation or shall start the second pump if the lead pump fails to start or shuts off
prematurely. A third position needs to be included on alternating relay to set one pump running if
other pump is out of service. If the fourth (or TCP) float rises then a high water alarm shall turn on,
which would alarm by a light and hom. Provide horn with silence push button.
Provide a properly protected control transformer and NEMA 5-15R GRI duplex 12.0 volt
receptacle. Seal failure relays ftimished with the pumps shall be installed in the panel. Provide red
pilot lights to indicate seal failure.
A terminal strip shall also be provided for easy connection of cords from the pumps and
float switches. To insure proper connections, a schematic wiring diagram shall be posted inside the
panel door.
Wet well level shall be controlled by four sealed mercury tube float switches. All floats
shall be of Type S-3 )ONO Floats by Anchor Scientific Corp. provided with '10' of flexible cord and
shall be attached to a stainless steel bracket -mounted at the top of the wet well. A 650 volt
lightning arrestor shall be installed in the control panel.
Control panel shall be mounted in a NEMA 4X fiberglass enclosure with see through
design in door to read elapsed time meters without opening. Enclosure will need to have hasp for
padlocking.
A thermostatic controlled heater needs to be installed in panel for condensation purposes.
This heater needs to be on a separate breaker.
05. PIPING, FITTINGS & VALVES: The Contractor shall provide all labor, material,
equipment and incidentals to install the necessary piping for proper operation of the pump station.
As required, the following specifications shall apply.
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B. Aluminum Access Doors: Aluminum access doors shall be Type K as
manufactured by The Bilco Company, New Haven, Connecticut, U.S. Foundry, Halladay, or
approved equal. Frame shall be 1/4" extruded aluminum with built-in neoprene cushion and with
strap anchors bolted to exterior. Door leaf shall be 1/4" aluminum diamond plat reinforced with
aluminum stiffeners as required. Cast steel hinges shall be bolted to underside and pivot on torsion
bars that counterbalance the door for easy operation. The door shall open to 900 and lock
automatically in that position. A vinyl grip handle shall be provided to release the cover for
closing, Doors shall be built to withstand a live load of 150 pounds per square foot, and equipped
with a snap lock and removable handle and locking mechanism. Aluminum shall be mil finish,
with bituminous coating to be applied to exterior of frame by manufacturer. Hardware shall be zinc
plated and chromate sealed. Installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
The manufacturer shall guarantee against defects in material or workmanship for a period of one (1)
years.
C. Strainer Basket Assemblv: The strainer basket system shall be of the perforated
screen style basket, having 2" holes on 3" centers. The basket shall be stainless steel with stainless
steel tracking angles as part of the basket frame. The guide rails shall be extruded channels sized to
facilitate easy operation of the basket. A stainless steel stop shall be supplied. Strainer basket shall
be as manufactured by Halliday or approved equal.
D. Portable Hoist: Portable hoist shall be provided together with base mount at each
station. The assembly shall have a minimum capacity as required to remove pumps or as shown on
the plans and shall be furnished with a stainless steel lifting chain.
07. OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUALS: The manufacturer shall prepare a
complete operating and maintenance manual for the pump station. The 0 & M Manual shall
include routine maintenance requirements and spare parts lists for each major item of equipment in
the station. The names and telephone numbers of companies where spare parts and/or trained
service technicians are available shall also be included for each item of equipment.
08. DELIVERY AND HANDLING: The manufacturer shall coordinate with the contractor so
that the station is delivered to the jobsite on the day of, or the day before the installation. Lifting
pins shall be provided by the manufacturer to insure proper handling of the station structures. After
delivery to the jobsite, the contractor shall store the control panel off the ground in a dry location
until surn time as it is mounted and supplied with electrical service. The Contractor shall also
insure that all pump power and control cables, as well as float cables are protected from
submergence until they are properly installed and sealed.
09. GUARANTEE: The manufacturer shall guarantee the complete pump station to be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of start-up and
acceptance unless otherwise specified.
10. FIELD QUALITY CONTROL: The initial start-up of the pump station shall be performed
by a qualified factory representative of the manufacturer. It shall be the responsibility of the
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representative to supervise the start-up and instruct the owner's personnel in the proper operation
d maintenance procedures for the entire pump station.
11. PAYMENT. All work, materials, and labor associated with the pwnp station installation
d site work shall be included in the lump sum price for the pump station as noted in the Schedule
of Bid Items.
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SECTION 13
DECHLORINATION EQUIPMENT
CONTENTS
Al General' 13-1
O2. Electronic Metering Pump 13-1
03. Self -Contained Breathing Apparatus 13-:
04. 'Gas Leak Detector 13-'
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Section 13 Page

SECTION 1
DECHLORINATION EQUIPMENT
li l , GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, equipment and all items
required to install the dechlorination equipment including instruments, controls, meters, gages,
valves, fiberglass building, booster pump and other appurtenances as shown on the Contract'
Drawings. All equipment shall be new and of the manufacturer's latest design.
02. ELECTRONIC METERING PUMP: Chemical metering pumps shall be positive
displacement non -hydraulic, solenoid driven, diaphragm type pumps. Output shall be "hot rated (at
operating temperature) and shall be adjustable while pumps are in operation. Positive flow shall be
ensured by a minimum of four ball type check valves. A bleed valve shall be for the manual
evacuation of entrapped air or vapors and safe relief of pressure in the discharge line.
A. Controls: The controlpanel shall be located opposite the liquid handling end of
pump. Output volume adjustments shall be made by independent dial knobs for stroke length
and stroke rate. Stroke length adjustment shall have a locking lever. Control functions shall be
either external pacing with stop, or automatic` with stop. For all operating' modes, a green
indicator light on the control panel shall illuminate when pump is in operation and strobe once
for each pump stroke. In all operating., modes, a red indicator light on the control panel shall
illuminate when pump operation is halted via the stop function.
I. External Pacing /Stop (Optional)
Pump control shall be selectable between manual and external by means of
a 3 position center off switch. In external- mode, the pump shall accept dry
contact closures (ex: contacting flow meter). As contact` closes, the pump shall
stroke once, minimal contact closure time is 10 msec. Contact must open and
close for each pump stroke. Maximum closures - 125 per minute.
dry contact closure to the stop function shall cause pump to halt
operation and illuminate a red indicator light on pump control panel in either
manual or external pacing mode. Pump shall resume normal operation when
contact opens.
2.-Automatic W/ Story (Optional)
Pump control shall be selectable between manual and automatic by means
of a 3 position center off' switch. In automatic mode, the pump shall accept a
direct -20 I IADC ' signal (without a signal interface or conversion device).;
Internal resistance shall be 124 ohms.
dry contact closure to the ,stop function shall cause pump to halt'
operation in either manual or automatic mode and illuminate a red indicator light
on the pump control panel. Pump shall resume normal operation when contact
opens.
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B. Electronic Drive: To prevent damage to pump from over heating, the solenoid shall
have automatic reset thermal overload protection. For overpressure conditions, pump shall
automatically stop pulsating when discharge pressure exceeds pump pressure rating by not more
than 35% when pump is set at maximum stroke.
The electronic circuitry shall be EMI resistant and shall employ a metal oxide varistor (MOV)
for lightning protection. A fuse mounted on the pump control panel accessible from the outside
of the pump shall provide circuit overload protection,
Internal wiring between electronic circuit board, solenoid, and power shall be quick disconnect
terminals at least 3/16" wide.
C. Enclosure: Pump drive shall be encased in water-resistant housing constructed of a
chemically resistant glass filled polyester. The control panel shall be enclosed by a hinged dust
cover constructed of polycarbonate plastic. The electronic circuitry shall be mounted at the rear
of the pump for maximum protection against chemical intrusion.
0 3. SELF-CONTAINED BREATHING APPAR.ATUS: One (1) self-contained breathing
apparatus, with full plate face mask, harness, regulator, and OSHA approved, for use in emergency
shall be mounted in the vicinity of the gas feed rooms. The pressure tank shall be of the capacity to
contain a minimum of 45 cu. ft. air supply. The air pack shall be mounted in a painted steel storage
cabinet.
04. GAS LEAK DETECTOR: A Gas leak- detectors shall be provided for the detection of
sulfur dioxide. The detection system shall utilize an electrochemical gas diffusion sensor. The
sensor shall be designed to be a maintenance free, disposable unit that is unaffected by mounting
orientation.
The system shall be microprocessor controlled allowing fall prograrnability of two levels of
alarm. The detector shall automatically perform a self diagnostic routine.
The unit shall be housed in a NEMA 4X enclosure and shall contain an integral hom for
audible alert of alarm conditions. Relays shall be provided for remote indication of alarm
conditions.
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Michael F. Easley
Governor
NCDENR William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Cluality
January 29, 2001
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JOHN C, ITUBER
CMUD
5100 Brookshire Boulevard
CHARLOTrE, NC 28216
Subject., Renewal Non e
NPDES Permit Nt 4�49
FRANKLIN WTP
Mecklenburg County
Dear Pcrtrrittec�
The subject permit expires on August 31, 2001. North Carofina Administrative Code (15ANCAC 2H.0105(e)) requires
that anapplication for permit renewal be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration of the current permit. If you have already
mailed your renewal application, you may disregard this notice.
To satisfy this requirement, your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than March 4, 2001.
Failure to request renewal of the permit by this date may result in a civil assessment of at least $500.00, Larger penalties may be
assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request.
If any wastewater discharge will occur after August 31, 2001 (or if continuation of the permit is desired), the current
essment of civil penalties of tip to $25,000 F,
ner discharge has ceased at your faciliq, and
to begin the rescission process.
Y.
7. You may also contact the Mooresville
he permit renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact me. My telephone number, fax number and e-mail
tddress are listed at the bottom of this page.
Sincerely,
Charles 11. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
-c: Central Files
Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733-5083, extension 511 (fax) 919 733-0719
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ing items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
letter requesting renewal of the permit and documentirVg any changes at the facility since
,)f the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies,
apleted application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
tative. Submit one signed original and two copies.
thorized Representative (such as a consulting engjneer or environmental consultant) prepares
�ral package, written documentation must be provided shoxving the authority delegated to any
horized Representative (see Part II.B. 11 b of the existing NPDES permit).
ve description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or other
.nerated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If your facility has no such
d two copies.
tLy items must be submitted ONLY bv Industrial facilities discharp-in-a mocess
facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendices A-D to Title 40 of the Code of
-gulations, Part 122) must submit a Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40
122.2L If the PPA is not completed within one week of March 4, 2001, submit the
i package without the PPA. Submit the PPA as soon as possible after March 4, 2001.
�Ve requirement does NOTapply to municipal or non-indusaialfacifitics.
PLEASE NOTE:
change in fees effective January 1, 1999, there is no renewal fee required with your
application package.
Send the completed renewal package to:
Mr. Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NC DENR / Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617

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John C. Huber
ater Treatment Superintendent
)0 Brookshire Boulevard
Iarlotte, North Carolina 28216
Subject: Permit No. NCO08454S
Authorization to Const
Project No. 084549ACI
Franklin Water Treater.
Mecklenburg County
,ar Mr. Huber:
The Division received a letter of request for an Authorization to Construct on Decembe
rvice.
Lhorization to Construct is issued with the following recommendations:
maintain a repair kit, including replacement diaphragms, check valves and bleed
ilacenrent pump used in the dechlorination system.
thorization to Construct is issued in accordance with Fart 111, Paragraph A of NPE
,d July 22, 1996, and shall be subject to revocation unless the wastewater treatme
cordance with the conditions and limitations specified in Permit No. NCO084549.
lge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in accordance
inner approved by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality.
,lent that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisa
all take immediate corrective action, in those as may be required by this D
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istruction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or disposal facilities.
The Mooresville Regional Office, telephone number 704-663-1699, shall be notified at least forty-eighl
curs in advance of operation of the installed facilities so that an in -place inspection can be made. Suct
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spy of the approved plans and specifications on file for the life of the facility. If you have any questions or need
[ditional information, please contact Michael J. Myers, telephone number [phone], extension 508.
Sincerely,
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