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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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Pat McCrory John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Secretary
June 27, 2014
Brandon K. Benton, ORC Operator
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Dear Mr. Benton:
DIVISION OF ;c:t QUALITY
Subject: Permit No. WQ0018497
Fairview Elementary School
Wastewater Irrigation System
Union County
In accordance with your permit renewal request received March 28, 2014, and subsequent
additional information received June 6, 2014, we areforwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0018497 dated
June 27, 2014, to the Union County Public Schools for the continued operation of the subject wastewater
treatment and irrigation facilities. Please note that this renewed permit shall become effective on July 1,
2014 (i.e. the day after the expiration date of the existing permit), which differs from the date of this
letter.
This permit shall be effective from July 1, 2014 until June 30, 2019, shall void Permit No.
WQ0018497 issued August 5, 2009, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified
therein. Please pay particular attention to the monitoring requirements listed in Attachments A, B and C
for they may differ from the previous permit issuance. Failure to establish an adequate system for
collecting and maintaining the required operational information shall result in future compliance
problems.
For your convenience, customized electronic copies of your facility's NDMR, NDAR-1 reporting
forms are available for download at: http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/aps/lau/reporting.
Please note the point prior to irrigation monitoring has been combined into one monitoring point
and the monitoring requirement for TKN and Total Phosphorus has been deleted from the permit.
If any parts, requirements or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, the Permittee
has the right 'to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of
this permit. This request shall be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the
North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative 'Hearings at 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and
binding.
1636 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Phone: [phone] Internet: htto:llportal.ncdenr.orglweblwq
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Mr. Benton
June 27, 2014
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If you need additional information concerning this permit, please contact Alice M. Wessner at
[phone] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
cc: �U*--nion County Health Department
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Permit File WQ0018497
Notebook File WQ0018497

NORTH CAROLINA,
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER IRRIGATION SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Union County Public Schools
Union County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 6,750 gallon per day (GPD) wastewater treatment and irrigation facility
consisting of:
a 10,000 gallon septic tank, a 10,000 gallon recirculating pump tank, a 2,250 square foot recirculating
sand filter, a tablet chlorination system, a 209,440 gallon (30-day) effluent storage lagoon lined with a 60
ml HDPE synthetic liner and a 12 oz. non -woven geotextile, duplex pumps capable of pumping 62 gpm at
143 feet of total dynamic head, audible and visual alarms, 88,128 linear feet of one half inch drip
irrigation lines, and 5 acres of drip irrigation area, all to serve Fairview Elementary School, with no
discharge of wastes to the surface waters, pursuant to the application received March 28, 2014, and
subsequent additional information received by the Division of Water Resources on June 6, 2014, and in
conformity with the project plans, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and
approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from July 1, 2014 until June 30, 2019, shall void Permit No. WQ0018497
issued August 5, 2009, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
I. SCHEDULES
1. No later than six months prior to the expiration of this permit, the Permittee shall request renewal of
this permit on official Division forms. Upon receipt of the request, the Division will review the
adequacy of the facilities described therein, and if warranted, will renew the permit for such period of
time and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate. Please note Rule 15A
NCAC 02T .0105(d) requires an updated site map to be submitted with the permit renewal
application.
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II. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The subject non -discharge facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times so there
is no discharge to surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water standards.
In the event the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions
due to improper operation and maintenance, or failure of the irrigation areas to adequately assimilate
the effluent, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective actions including Division required actions,
such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or irrigation facilities.
2. This permit shall not relieve the Permittee of their responsibility for damages to groundwater or
surface water resulting from the operation of this facility.
3. All wells constructed for purposes of groundwater monitoring shall be constructed in accordance with
15A NCAC 02C .0108 (Standards of Construction for Wells Other than Water Supply), and any other
jurisdictional laws and regulations pertaining to well construction.
4. Effluent quality shall not exceed the limitations specified in Attachment A.
5. Application rates, whether hydraulic, nutrient or other pollutant, shall not exceed those specified in
Attachment B.
6., The compliance boundary for the disposal system shall be specified in accordance with 15A NCAC
02L .0107(b). This disposal system was individually permitted on or after December 30, 1983;
therefore, the compliance boundary is established at either 250 feet from the effluent disposal area, or
50 feet within the property boundary, whichever is closest to the effluent disposal area. An
exceedance of groundwater standards at or beyond the compliance boundary is subject to remediation
action according to 15A NCAC 02L .0106(d)(2) as well as enforcement actions in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C.
7. In accordance with 15A NCAC 02L .0108, the review boundary is established midway between the
compliance boundary and the effluent disposal area. Any exceedance of groundwater standards at the
review boundary shall require action in accordance with 15A NCAC 02L .0106.
8. The Permittee shall apply for a permit modification to establish a new compliance boundary prior to
any sale or transfer of property affecting a compliance boundary.
9. In accordance with 15A NCAC 02L .0107(d), no wells, excluding Division approved monitoring
wells, shall be constructed within the compliance boundary except as provided for in 15A NCAC 02L
.0107(g).
10. Except as provided for in 15A NCAC 02L .0107(g), the Permittee shall ensure any landowner who is
not the Permittee and owns land within the compliance boundary shall execute and file with the
Union County Register of Deeds an easement running with the land containing the following items:
a. A notice of the permit and number or other description as allowed in 15A NCAC 02L .0107(f)(1);
b. Prohibits construction and operation of water supply wells within the compliance boundary; and
c. Reserves the right of the Permittee or the State to enter the property within the compliance
boundary for purposes related to the permit.
The Director may terminate the easement when its purpose has been fulfilled or is no longer needed.
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11. The facilities permitted herein shall be constructed according to the following setbacks:
a. The setbacks for irrigation sites permitted under 15A NCAC 02H .0200 shall be as follows (all
distances in feet):
i. Any habitable residence or place of public assembly under separate ownership: 100
ii. Surface waters: 50
iii. Any well with exception of monitoring wells: 100
iv. Any property line: 50
v. Public right of way: 50
b. The setbacks for storage and treatment units permitted under 15A NCAC 02H .0200 shall be as
follows (all distances in feet):
i. Any well with exception of monitoring wells: .100
ii. Any property line: 50
III. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The facilities shall be effectively
maintained and operated as a non -discharge systemto prevent the discharge of any wastewater
resulting from the operation of this facility. The Permittee shall maintain an Operation and
Maintenance Plan pursuant to 15A NCAC 02T .0507, which at a minimum shall include operational
functions, maintenance schedules, safety measures and a spill response plan.
2. Upon the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission's (WPCSOCC)
classification of the subject non -discharge facilities, in accordance with 15A NCAC 08G .0200 the
Permittee shall designate and employ a certified operator in responsible charge (ORC) and one or
more certified operator(s) as back-up ORC(s). The ORC or their back-up shall visit the facilities in
accordance with 15A NCAC 08G .0200, and shall comply with all other conditions specified in the
previously cited rules.
3. A suitable year round vegetative cover shall bemaintained at all times, such that crop health is
optimized, allows for even distribution of effluent and allows inspection of the irrigation system.
4. Adequate measures shall be taken to prevent effluent ponding in or runoff from the irrigation sites
listed in Attachment B.
5. Irrigation shall not be performed during inclement weather or when the ground is in a condition that
will cause ponding or runoff.
6. All irrigation equipment shall be tested and calibrated at least once per permit cycle. Calibration
records shall be maintained at the facility for a period of no less than five years, and shall be made
available to the Division upon request.
7. Only effluent from Union County Public Schools/Fairview Elementary School shall be irrigated on
the sites listed in Attachment B.
8. No automobiles or machinery shall be allowed on the irrigation sites except during equipment
installation or while maintenance is being performed.
9. Public access to the irrigation sites and wastewater treatment facilities shall be prohibited.
10. The residuals generated from the wastewater treatment facilities shall be disposed or utilized in
accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .1100. The Permittee shall maintain a residual management plan
pursuant to 15A NCAC 02T .0508.
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11. Diversion or bypassing of untreated or partially treated wastewater from the treatment facilities is
prohibited.
12. Freeboard in the effluent storage lagoon shall not be less than two feet at any time.
13. A gauge to monitor waste levels in the effluent storage lagoon shall be provided. This gauge shall
have readily visible permanent markings, at inch or tenth of a foot increments, indicating the
following elevations: maximum liquid level at the top of the temporary liquid storage volume;
minimum liquid level at the bottom of the temporary liquid storage volume; and the lowest point on
top of the dam.
14. A protective vegetative cover shall be established and maintained on all earthen embankments (i.e.,
outside toe of embankment to maximum allowable temporary storage elevation on the inside of the
embankment), berms, pipe runs, erosion control areas, and surface water diversions. Trees, shrubs,
and other woody vegetation shall not be allowed to grow on the earthen dikes or embankments.
Earthen embankment areas shall be kept mowed or otherwise controlledand accessible.
15. The chlorine tablets used in the disinfection facility shall be of the kind and type specified in the plans
and specifications approved by the Division.
MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any Division required monitoring (including groundwater, plant tissue, soil and surface water
analyses) necessary to ensure groundwater and surface water protection shall be established, and an
acceptable sampling reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. Per 15A NCAC 02H .0800, a Division certified laboratory shall conduct all laboratory analyses for
the required effluent, groundwater or surface water parameters.
3. Flow through the treatment facility shall be continuously monitored, and daily average flow values
shall be reported on Form NDMR. Flow may be estimated from water use records, provided the
Permittee's water use is metered. Daily average flow values shall be calculated by dividing the
monthly metered water usage by the number of days in the month.
4. The Permittee shall monitor the effluent from the subject facilities at the frequencies and locations for
the parameters specified in Attachment A.
5. The Permittee shall maintain adequate records tracking the amount of effluent irrigated. At a
minimum, these records shall include the following information for each irrigation site listed in
Attachment B:
a. Date of irrigation;
b. Volume of effluent irrigated;
c. Site irrigated;
d. Length of time site is irrigated;
e. Continuous weekly, monthly, and year-to-date hydraulic (inches/acre) loadings;
f. Continuous monthly and year-to-date loadings for any non -hydraulic parameter specifically
limited in Attachment B;
g. Weather conditions; and
h. Maintenance of cover crops.
6. Freeboard (Le., waste level to the lowest embankment elevation) in the effluent storage lagoon shall
be measured to the nearest inch or tenth of a foot, and recorded weekly. Weekly freeboard records
shall be maintained at the facility for a period of no less than five years, and shall be made available
to the Division upon request.
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7. Three copies of all monitoring data (as specified in Conditions IV.3: and IV.4.) on Form NDMR for
each PPI and three copies of all operation and disposal records (as specified in Conditions IV.5. and
IV.6) on Form NDAR-1 for every site in Attachment B shall be submitted on or before the last day of
the following month. If no activities occurred during the monitoring month, monitoring reports are
still required documenting the absence of the activity. All information shall be submitted to the
following address:
Division of Water Resources
Information Processing Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
8. A record shall be maintained of all residuals removed from this facility. This record shall be
maintained at the facility for a period of no less than five years, and shall be made available to the
Division upon request. At a minimum, this record shall include:
a. Name of the residuals hauler;
b. Non -Discharge permit number authorizing the residuals disposal, or a letter from a municipality
agreeing to accept the residuals;
c. Date the residuals were hauled; and
d. Volume of residuals removed.
9. A maintenance log shall be maintained at this facility. This log shall be maintained at the facility for
a period of no less than five years, and shall be made available to the Division upon request. At a
minimum, this log shall include:
a. Visual observations of the plant and plant site; and
b. Record of preventative maintenance (e.g., changing of equipment, adjustments, testing,
inspections and cleanings, etc.).
10. Monitoring wells shall be sampled after construction and within 3 months prior to initiating non -
discharge disposal operations. Monitoring wells shall be sampled thereafter at the frequencies and for
the parameters specified in Attachment C. All mapping, well construction forms, well abandonment
forms and monitoring data shall refer to the permit number and the well nomenclature as provided in
Attachment C and Figure A.
11. Two copies of the monitoring well sampling and analysis results shall be submitted on a Compliance
Monitoring Form (GW-59), along with attached copies of laboratory analyses, on or before the last
working day of the month following the sampling month. The Compliance Monitoring Form (GW-
59) shall include this permit number, the appropriate well identification number, and one GW-59a
certification form shall be submitted with each set of sampling results. All information shall be
submitted to the following address:
Division of Water Resources
Information Processing Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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12. An annual representative soils analysis (i.e., Standard Soil Fertility Analysis) shall be conducted on
each irrigation site listed in Attachment B. These results shall be maintained at the facility for a
period of no less than five years, and shall be made available to the Division upon request. At a
minimum, the Standard Soil Fertility Analysis shall include the following parameters:
Acidity
Exchangeable Sodium Percentage
Phosphorus
Base Saturation (by calculation)
Magnesium
Potassium
Calcium
Manganese
Sodium
Cation Exchange Capacity
Percent Humic Matter
Zinc
Copper
pH
13. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Mooresville Regional Office, telephone number (704)
663-1699, 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 facility resulting in the treatment of significant amounts of wastes that is
abnormal in quantity or characteristic, including the known passage of a hazardous substance.
b. Any process unit failure (e.g., mechanical, electrical, etc.), due to known or unknown reasons,
rendering the facility incapable of adequate wastewater treatment.
c. Any facility failure resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving surface waters.
d. Any time self -monitoring indicates the .facility has gone out of compliance with its permit
limitations.
e. Ponding in or runoff from the irrigation sites.
Any emergency requiring immediate reporting (e.g., discharges to surface waters, imminent failure of
a storage structure, etc.) outside normal business hours shall be reported to the Division's Emergency
Response personnel at telephone number [phone], [phone], or [phone].
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 shall outline the actions taken or
proposed to be taken to ensure the problem does not recur.
V. INSPECTIONS
1. The Permittee shall provide adequate inspection and maintenance to ensure proper operation of the
wastewater treatment and irrigation facilities.
2. The Permittee or their designee shall inspect the wastewater treatment and irrigation facilities to
prevent malfunctions, facility deterioration and operator errors resulting in discharges, which may
cause the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health or a public nuisance. The
Permittee shall maintain an inspection log that includes, at a minimum, the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken. The
Permittee shall maintain this inspection log for a period of five years from the date of the inspection,
and this log shall be made available to the Division upon request.
3. Any duly authorized Division representative may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect
any property, premises or place on or related to the wastewater treatment and irrigation facilities
permitted herein at any reasonable time for the purpose of detennining compliance with this permit;
may inspect or copy any records required to be maintained under the terms and conditions of this
permit, and may collect groundwater, surface water or leachate samples.
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VI. GENERAL. CONDITIONS
1. Failure to comply with the conditions and limitations contained herein may subject the Permittee to
an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-
215.6A to 143-215.6C.
2. This permit shall become voidable if the permitted facilities are not constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the Division approved plans and specifications, and other supporting
documentation.
3. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the permit
application, Division approved plans and specifications, and other supporting documentation. No
variances to applicable rules governing the construction or operation of the permitted facilities are
granted, unless specifically requested and approved in this permit pursuant to 15A NCAC 02T
.0105(n).
4. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations, or ordinances, which may be imposed by other jurisdictional government agencies
(e.g., local, state, and federal). Of particular concern to the Division are applicable river buffer rules
in 15A NCAC 02B .0200; erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4
and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000; any requirements pertaining to wetlands under
15A NCAC 02B .0200 and 02H '.0500; and documentation of compliance with Article 21 Part 6 of
Chapter 143 of the General Statutes.
5. In the event the permitted facilities change ownership or the Permittee changes their name, a formal
permit modification request shall be submitted to the Division. This request shall be made on official
Division forms, and shall include appropriate property ownership documentation and other supporting
documentation as necessary. The Permittee of record shall remain fully responsible for maintaining
and operating the facilities permitted herein until a permit is issued to the new owner.
6. The Permittee shall retain a set of Division approved plans and specifications for the life of the
facilities permitted herein.
7. The Permittee shall maintain this permit until all permitted facilities herein are properly closed or
permitted under another permit issued by the appropriate permitting authority pursuant to 15A NCAC
02T .0105(j).
8. This permit is subject to revocation or unilateral modification upon 60 days notice from the Division
Director, in whole or part for the requirements listed in 15A NCAC 02T .0110.
9. Unless the Division Director grants a variance, expansion of the permitted facilities contained herein
shall not be granted if the Permittee exemplifies any of the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T .0120(b).
10. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within 30 days after being billed by the Division. Failure to
pay the annual fee accordingly shall be cause for the Division to revoke this permit pursuant to 15A
NCAC 02T .0105(e)(3).
Permit issued this the 27th day of June 2013
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
oma Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0018497
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ATTACHMENT A — LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
PPI 001— WWTF Effluent
Permit Number: WQ0018497
Version: 3.0
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
EFFLUENT LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
PCS
Code
Parameter Description
Units of
Measure
Monthly
Average
Monthly
Geometric Mean
Daily Minimum
Daily Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
00310
BOD, 5-day (20 deg. C)
mg/I
3 x year
Grab
31616 '
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC Broth, 44.5 C
#/100 ml
3 x year
Grab
50050
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
gpd
6,750
Monthly
Calculated
00610
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N)
mg/I
3 x year
Grab
00400
pH
mg/I
3 x year
Grab
00530
Solids, Total Suspended
mg/1
3 x year
Grab
1. 3 x year monitoring frequency shall be conducted during February, June and October.
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ATTACI3MENT B - APPROVED LAND APPLICATION SITES AND LIMITATIONS Permit Number: WQ0018497
Union County Public Schools - Fairview Elementary School
Version: 3.0
INFILTRATION/IRRIGATION AREA INFORMATION
APPLICATION LIMITATIONS
Field
Owner
County
Latitude
Longitude
Net
Acreage
Dominant
Soil Series
Parameter
Hourly
Rate
Yearly
Max
Units
1
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 36"
80° 32' 33"
0.39
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
2
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 36"
80° 32' 38"
0.29
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
3
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 37"
80° 32' 34"
0.36
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
4
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 39"
80° 32' 37"
0.33
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
5
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 37"
80° 32' 32"
0.40
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
6
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09'39"
80° 32' 33"
0.35
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
7
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 40"
80° 32' 32"
0.38
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
8
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 42"
80° 32' 34"
0.38
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
9
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 41"
80° 32' 38"
0.46
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
10
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 41"
80° 32' 40"
0.38
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
11
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 39"
80° 32' 38"
0.33
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
12
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 37"
80° 32' 39"
0.46
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13
inches
13
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 34"
80° 32' 28"
0.32
01284 Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
14
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 35"
80° 32' 28"
0.35
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
15
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 33"
80° 32' 27"
0.35
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
13.0
inches
16
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Union
35° 09' 32"
80° 32' 25"
0.51
01284 - Non -Discharge Application Rate
0.22
15.0
inches
Totals
6.04
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ATTACHMENT C — GROUNDWATER MONITORING AND LIMITATIONS
Monitoring wells: MW-1, MW-5, MW-6, MW-7
Permit Number: WQ0018497
Version: 3.0
GROUNDWATER CHARACTERISTICS
GROUNDWATER STANDARDS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
PCS Code
Parameter Description
Daily Maximum
Frequency Measurement
Sample Type
Footnotes
00680
Carbon, Total Organic (TOC)
mg/I
3 x year
Grab
1,4,5
00940
Chloride (as Cl)
250
mg/1
3 x year
Grab
1, 5
00610
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N)
1500
mg/1
3 x year
Grab
1, 5
00620
Nitrogen, Nitrate Total (as N)
10
mg/1 -
3 x year
Grab
1, 5
00400
pH
6.5-8.5
s.u.
3 x year
Grab
1, 5
70300
Solids, Total Dissolved —180 Deg.0
500
mg/1
3 x year
Grab
1, 5
82546
Water level, distance from measuring point
feet
3 x year
Calculated
1, 2, 3, 5
1. 3 x Year monitoring shall be conducted in February, June & October..
2. The measurement of water levels shall be made prior to purging the wells. The depth to water in each well shall be measured from the surveyed point on the top of the casing. The measurement
of pH shall be made after purging and prior to sampling for the remaining parameters.
3. The measuring points (top of well casing) of all monitoring wells shall be surveyed to provide the relative elevation of the measuring point for each monitoring well. The measuring points (top
of casing) of all monitoring wells shall be surveyed relative to a common datum.
4. If TOC concentrations greater than 10 mg/L are detected in any downgradient monitoring well, additional sampling and analysis must be conducted to identify the individual constituents
comprising this TOC concentration. If the TOC concentration as measured in the background monitor well exceeds 10 mg/L, this concentration will be taken to represent the naturally occurring
TOC concentration. Any exceedances of this naturally occurring TOC concentration in the downgradient wells shall be subject to the additional sampling and analysis as described above.
5. Monitoring wells shall be reported consistent with the nomenclature and location information provided in Figure A and this attachment.
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August 5, 2005
Dr. Jerry W. Thomas
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street; Suite 8
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Rescission of NPDES Permit
Permit Number NC0030538
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Union County
Dear Dr. Thomas:
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek; P.E.; Director
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Reference is made to your request for rescission of the subject NPDES permit. Staff of the
Mooresville Regional Office have confirmed that this permit is no longer required. Therefore,
in accordance with your request, NPDES permit NC0030538 is rescinded, effective
immediately.
If in the future you wish to discharge wastewater to the State's surface waters, you must first
apply for and receive a new NPDES permit. Operating a facility without a valid NPDES permit
will subject the responsible party to a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have questions about this matter, please contact Bob Sledge at [phone], extension
547 or the Surface Water Protection Section staff in our Mooresville Regional Office at (704)
663-1699.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Mr. Richard M. Bridgeman
Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Central Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, N.C. 28115
Subject: Old Fairview WWTP
NPDES Permit NC0030538
April 29, 2005
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Union County Schools
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Dear Mr. Bridgeman,
We respectfully request that this permit be rescinded. All waste water flow is now
being sent to an existing conventional system, and the sand filter system will not be in
use.
The Union County Environmental Health Department has inspected and approved
the use of this existing system. All new piping has been installed to re-route the waste
water flow from the old sand filter system. Clean -out points, new risers and a filter have
been added to upgrade the existing system to meet current standards. A copy of their
waiver for this system is attached.
We greatly appreciate your cooperation and assistance in resolving this issue.
Sincerely
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Subject: Recission Request Permit No. NC0030538 (Old Fairview WWTP) Union County Schools
From: Samar Bou-Ghazale <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Jul 2005 10:37:26 -0400
To: Bob Sledge <[e-mail]>
Bob,
This office confirmed that the discharge for the subject permit has ceased.
Wastewater is now being diverted to a conventional septic system. Therefore, it is
recommended that the subject permit be rescinded immediately.
Thank You
Samar Bou-Ghazale - [e-mail]
Environmental, Engineer I
North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural' Resources
Div. of Water Quality
610 E. Center Ave., Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
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Coleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
January 15, 2004
Mr. Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe NC 28812
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Old Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Sweeney:.
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0030538 was issued on December 30,2003
for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose of
this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure to
comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it is suggested
that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance is Page 4.
Page 4 sets forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your discharge.
Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed "Monitoring
Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies, sample types and sampling locations. Upon
commencement of your discharge (or operation), you must initiate the required monitoring. The
monitoring results must be entered on reporting forms furnished or approved by this Agency. If you
have not received these forms, they should be arriving shortly. If you fail to receive the forms, please
contact this Office as quickly as possible. I have enclosed a sample of the "Effluent" reporting form
(DWQ Form MR-1), plus instructions for completing the form. It is imperative that all applicable
parts be completed, and the original and one copy be submitted as required.
Please be advised that an annual administering and compliance monitoring, fee may be
required for your facility. You will soon be receiving a statement from our Raleigh Office. It is
imperative that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent enforcement action or possible
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N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 919 North Main Street, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

revocation of your permit.
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special
conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s). The
conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment
unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant
operator if you are operating wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in operation of
wastewater treatment facilities, quantity and type of wastewater being treated or discharged,
expansions and/or upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities must be permitted or approved by this
Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES Permit subjects the Permittee
to enforcement action pursuant to Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil
penalty of up to $25,000 per violation (and/or criminal penalties) may be assessed for such
violations. If you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the
Permit, you should contact this Office immediately. A Special Order by Consent (SOC) may be
necessary while pursuing action to obtain compliance.
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period. Permits are not
automatically renewed. Renewal requests must be submitted to this Agency no later than 180 days
prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration date of your Permit. This date is set forth on
Page 1 of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not automatically transferable. If you, as
the Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that the Division of Water Quality
rescind the Permit or request that DWQ reissue the Permit to another party, if necessary.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise -you of the importance of your
NPDES Permit. Please read the Permit and contact this Office at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville if
you have any questions or need clarification. We look forward to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
( D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
\Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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Mr. Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28812
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
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Governor
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Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0030538
Old Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Union County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuantto
the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement
between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as . .
subsequently amended).
This final permit includes one significant•change from the draft permit sent to you on
August 20, 2003:
D. A reopener condition for ammonia has been added. The Division may re -open this permit as
necessary to require more stringent ammonia limits. Your facility discharges to Goose .Creek
within the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin. Goose Creek is an "impaired stream", listed in. the
Division's 2003 303(d) list as "a biologically impaired waterbody" based on documented adverse
impact to stream organisms. Therefore, we cannot grant your request to reduce monitoring
frequencies for Dissolved Oxygen (DO), Ammonia nitrogen (NH3 as N) and TRC.
➢ We cannot grant your request to reduce the Total Residual Chlorine (1'RC) limit. Your facility
already has the highest allowable limit for TRC, as well as dechlorination equipment. Moreover,
the Goose Creek watershed is considered environmentally sensitive due to the presence of a
Federally endangered and therefore protected freshwater mussel, the Carolina heelsplitter
(Lamisgona decorata). While not a requirement of this permit, the. North Carolina Wildlife
Resources Commission has requested that they be notified when your facility uses
chlorination to meet fecal limits. Contact Ron Linville at [phone].
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30)
days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings
(6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this
decision shall be final and binding.
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
Phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
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Issuance of permit NC0030538
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Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or
Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone
number [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
Tom Belnick
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Permit.NC0030538
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF •ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
Union County Public Schools
are hereby authorized to discharge treated wastewater from a facility located at the
Old Fairview Elementary School WWTP
U.S. Highway 601 north of Fairview
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Goose Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set
forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective February 1, 2004.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2008.
Signed this day December 30, 2003.
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
Tom Belnick
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0030538
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The Union County Public Schools are hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment system
located at the Old Fairview Elementary School WWTP (including 750 GPD
wastewater from Bethlehem Presbyterian Church).. This facility is located on
U.S. Highway 601 north of Fairview in Union County, and includes the
following treatment components:
• Septic tank
• Dosing tank
• Recirculating sand filter
• Chlorine disinfection
• Tablet dechlorination
• Effluent pump station
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works (via outfall 001) at
the location specified on the attached map into Goose Creek, currently
classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

Quad: Midland, N.C.
Subbasin: 30712
Latitude: 35°09'14"
Longitude: 80°32'08"
Stream Class: C
Receiving Stream: Goose Creek
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Permit NC0030538
A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on February 1, 2004 and lasting permit expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
Parameter
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly.
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample
Location1
Flow
0.004 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
Effluent
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
30.0.mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N (Summer)
13.6 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N (Winter)
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen2
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 mi
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
28pg/L
2M/eek
Grab
Effluent
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH3
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Dissolved Oxygen
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Weekly
Grab
U, D
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Fecal Coliform
2/Month
Grab
U, D
NH3 as N (Summer)
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Total Residual Chlorine (Summer)
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Notes:
1 U: at least upstream 100 feet from the outfall. D: at least 300 feet downstream from the outfall.
2 The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 5.0 mg/L.
3 The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
Summer: April 1- October 31
Winter: November 1- March 31
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
A. (2) AMMONIA REOPENER
The Division may re -open this permit to require more stringent effluent limits for ammonia
nitrogen (NH3 as N) pending any subsequent rules establishing such in the Goose Creek
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean. of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably- represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shall be taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab sarriples may be collected at
intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detention time of the
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed six hours nor
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311of the Clean Water Act.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow_ will be representative of the total
discharge.
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational" error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply -
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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d. Any person who knowing violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g.
Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating. section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class_ I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each. day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to, under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion. of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of this
permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainder
of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41 (b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic
authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and
fees as are required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date.
Any Permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not
have a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject
the Permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified
[40 CFR 122.41 (k)].
a. All permit applications .shall be signed as follows:
(I) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate, officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporationin
charge of a principal business function, or any other' person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or
operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the
operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital
investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long
term environmental compliance 'with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that
the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for
permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated
to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
(2)
(3)
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
2. The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
3. The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]:
"1 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b) (4)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must:
> Visit the facility at least weekly
➢ • Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must:
> Visit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
> Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
) A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be .exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m)' (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal.periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3)
The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph .b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs; or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including
> all calibration and maintenance records
> all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
> copies of all reports required by this permit
> copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted. facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
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6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported•under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following.
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-21513 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
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not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both-
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct groundwater
monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current
groundwater, standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
(1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within 60 days of
notification by the Division.
Section E. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger which would be subject to
section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those .pollutants; and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger
as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of.
effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact of the change on the quantity or quality
of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section B. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
c. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request.of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of, toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending. influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
5. This permit shall be modified,, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) of. the Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program. Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit.
,The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, , the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part,. 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 2H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at least once every five years.
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.5.).
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least once every five
years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any
subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation
of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.42]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 2H .0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
.0909.
Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance withNCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's treatment works. These permits
shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control
technologies to assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and
requirements. The Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (Al) which summarizes the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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6. Authorization to Construct (A to C)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of
an AtC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their SIUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. The Permittee must:
a. Inspect. all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -
limited pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the
period from July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled
once per calendar year;
8. SIU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit,
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP).
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations.
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be
required to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following:
a.) Narrative
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Significant Industrial
Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division;
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on
specific forms approved by the Division;
d.) Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
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Monitoring data from samples collected by both the. POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SIU). These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms
(IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules,
public notice of SIUs in SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the
opinion of the Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment
implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) that were in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division approved Sewer Use Ordinance with
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list
shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along
with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the POTW.
13. Funding and Financial Report
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment program.
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H .0907.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr.,Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
Coleen Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
October 14, 2003
Mr. Edward Sweeny, Jr., Maintenance Director
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Subject: Compliance .Evaluation Inspection
Fairview Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Sweeny:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection
conducted at the subject facility on October 8, 2003 by Mr. Barry Love of this Office. Please
inform the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge of our findings by forwarding a copy of
the enclosed report to him.
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions
concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Love or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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Enclosure
cc: Union County Health Department
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection
1 1N� 2 LI 3I NC0030538 111 12I 03/10/08 117
1LJJ �� - ��
Type Inspector Fac Type
18iCi 19[ J 20I
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Remarks
211II1IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII66
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 OA ------- -----Reserved-----------
67 I 1. o 169 70 LI 71 LIT 72 III 731 I 174 751 1 1 1 1 1 1 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Farview Elementary School
7516 Concord Highway
Monroe NC 28110
Entry Time/Date
10:10 AM 03/10/08
Permit Effective Date
01/11/01
Exit Time/Date
10:40 AM 03/10/08
Permit Expiration Date
03/10/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/tles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Terry Brandon Gaddy/ORC/704-296-3160/
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Edward Sweeney Jr,201 Venus St Monroe NC 28112//704-296-3160/ No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports
Self -Monitoring Program Sludge Handling Disposal Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
-.1-4r_ %Y13/Jj
3arrya- Love MRO WQ//704-663-1699/704-663-6040
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Richard M Bridgeman 704-663-1699/704-663-6040
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

PERMIT:
The permit authorizes the continued operation of an existing 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment
system consisting of a septic tank, dosing tank, recirculating sand filter, chlorine disinfection, tablet
dechlorination, and effluent pump station.
The permit for this facility became effective on November 1, 2001 and will expire on October 31,
2003. A permit renewal application was received by this Office on May 22, 2003.
RECORDS AND REPORTS:
Records and reports consisting of discharge monitoring reports, chain of custody forms, lab
analysis reports, Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC) log, and maintenance logs were reviewed at the
time of the inspection. The records were organized and well maintained.
FACILITY SITE REVIEW/OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:
The facility has not reported a discharge since May 2001 due to construction of a new elementary
school. All treatment units seemed to be operating properly, and the surrounding grounds were well
maintained. The ORC was very knowledgeable of the treatment processes and equipment used at the
facility.
The facility is staffed with one grade I operator. A back-up operator has been designated and is
available when the ORC is unable to visit the facility.
LABORATORY:
K & W Laboratories (Certification # 559) in Charlotte, N.C. has been contracted to provide
analytical support including sampling field parameters. The lab was not evaluated during this inspection.
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS:
The facility discharges into Goose Creek, which is a Class C water in the Yadkin — Pee Dee River
Basin. There was no discharge at the time of the inspection. The outfall location was well maintained and
accessible.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM:
Self -monitoring reports were reviewed for the period August 2002 through July 2003. No flow
was reported for this entire period. The ORC stated he visits the site on the required basis. The ORC was
advised to document these visits on the self -monitoring reports.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Instantaneous flow is measured by water meter readings. The water meter readings may be
utilized as long as all water (with minor exceptions) ultimately enters the school's sewer system.

SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
Septage is removed by Liquid Waste, Inc. of Charlotte, N.C. and disposed at a CMU WWTP.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes_ No X
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Valery Stephens
Date: August 21, 2003
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union County
MRO# 03-51
Permit No. NC0030538
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and address: Old Fairview School WWTP
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
2. Date of investigation: August 6, 2003
3. Report prepared by: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Env. Engineer.I
4. Persons contacted and telephone number: Mr. Brandon Gaddy, ORC, [phone], Ext.
110.
5. Directions to site: From the intersection of US Highway 601 and NC Highway 218 in
northern Union County, travel north on US Highway 601 approximately 0.15 mile. The
school is located on the right (east) side of the road,
6. Discharge point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35 ° 09' 14" Longitude: 80° 32' 08"
Attach a U.S.G.S, map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on map..
USGS Quad No.: G 16 NE USGS Name: Midland, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes X No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Relatively flat, the facility is not located
in the 100-year flood plain.

9. Location of nearest dwelling. None within 500 feet
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Goose Creek.
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin -Pee Dee & 03-07-12
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The receiving
stream was approximately 15-17 feet wide x 5-7 inches deep at the time of
investigation. Downstream uses are typical for class C waters.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1, a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.004 MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment facility? 0.004
MGD
Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current design capacity)? 0.004
MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorizations to Construct
issued in the previous two years: N/A.
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater
treatment facilities: The existing facility consists of a septic tank, dosing tank,
recirculating sand filter, chlorine contact chamber with liquid chlorination,
recirculation pumps, and effluent pump station,
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities: N/A.
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None other than chlorine,
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A,
Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
Sludge is transported to McAlpine Creek Wastewater . Treatment Plant for final
disposal/treatment.
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet): Class I (no change of rating,
no rating sheet attached),
4. SIC Code(s): 9999
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Latitude: 350914
Longitude: 803208
USGS Quad #: G 16NE
River Basin #: 030712 Yadkin
Receiving Stream: Goose Creek
Stream Class: C
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Union County BOE
Fairview Elementary School
NC 0030538
Union County

'� PERMIT RENEWAL- SHORT
LVPI�...S APPLICATION FORO FORM D
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To be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
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N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES/
'3 North Carolina NPDES Permit Number
1. Contact Information:
Facility Name
Owner Name
Street Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Operator Name
Street Address
City
State / Zip Code
County
Telephone Number
NCOO 30538
Please print or type
OLD FAIRVEIW SCHOOL
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC ScHOfTS
201 VENUS STREET
"MONROE
NnRTI4 C'.AR ilT TNA 9 R 117
(704 ) 296-3160 Ext 100
(704 ) 296-3163
[e-mail]
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+r D NATURAi. REMiRVES
PiQORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE -
al a 2 2 2003
BRANDON GADDY
201 VENUS STREET
MONROE
WATFP.JA !TY !CT10
NORTH CAROLINA 28112
TINTON
( 704 ) 296-3160 Ext 110
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above ❑
Facility Name (If different from above)
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
3. Reason for application:
Expansion/Modification •
Renewal
U.S. HIGHWAY 601
FAIRVIEW
NORTH CAROLINA 28112
UNTON
Existing Unpermitted Discharge
New Facility
• Please provide a description of the expansion/modification:
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To be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1(MGV-flow)
r
4. Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with
capacities):
SEPTIC TANK SAND FILrJR
PUMP TANK
CHLORINE MIXING TANK DE-CL,OR
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
Type of Facility Generating Wastewater
Industrial
Commercial
Re��idential .
School ""'
Other
f✓
Number of Employees
Number of Employees
Number of Homes
Number of Students/Staff
20
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park. etc.):
6. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply):
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
RCRA Non -Attainment
UEC Ocean Dumping
NPDES NC0030538 Dredge/Fill Permits
PSD Other
NESHAPS
7. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
1
8. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each
outfall:
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NPDES APPLICATION FOR PERMIT RENEWAL- SHORT FORM D
Tq.be..fitj>d only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
9. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
GOOSE CREEK
10. Is this facility located on Native American lands? (check one)
YES
NO ❑
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to
the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
EDWARD J. SWEENEY, JR.
Printed Name of Person Signing
DIRECTOR OF MAINT
Title
Signat ; . ... rit4211./
Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or
certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies. tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any
recording or mcnitonrg device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission ;mplementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed S10,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than S10.000 or
imprisonment not more :han 5 years, or both for a similar offense.)
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Latitude: 350914
Longitude: 803208
USGS Quad #: Gl6NE
River Basin #: 030712 Yadkin
Receiving Stream: Goose Creek
Stream Class:• C
Nt
Union County BOE
Fairview Elementary School
NC 0030538
Union County

SLUDGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Liquid Waste of Charlotte, NC pumps all waste while school is out every
summer.

State of North Carolina
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
Mr. Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28812
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
August 20, 2003
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NC!0EI(R\
NORTH CAR812A-g:DEPARTMENTjp y,�. �e�
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES rOC
AUG 2 6 2003
li, pA i SECTION
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit
Permit,NC0030538
Old Fairview School WWTP
Union County
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft carefully
to ensure thorough understanding of the conditions and requirements it contains.
The draft permit contains the following changes to your current permit:
> Daily Maximum limits for ammonia have been added. Please see the attached
ammonia policy memorandum for details.
➢ Authorization to add 750 GPD wastewater from Bethlehem Presbyterian Church
(per your request dated April 11, 2003). Please refer to the "Supplement to Cover Sheet"
page to review this change.
Submit any comments to me no later than September 22, 2003. Comments should be sent to the
address listed at the bottom of this page. If no adverse comments are received from the public or from
you, this permit will likely be issued in October, with an effective date of November 1, 2003.
If you have any questions or comments concerning this draft permit, please call me at [phone],
extension 538.
Sincerely,
ChviskVJactscn
Christie R. Jackson
NPDES Unit
cc: NPDES Unit
1617 Mall Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733-5083, extension 538 (fax) 919 733-0719
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Christie.Jackson@ ncmail.net

Permit No. NC0030538
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Union County Public Schools
is hereby authorized to discharge treated wastewater from a facility located at
Fairview Elementary School
U.S. Highway 601
Fairview, North Carolina
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Goose Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth
in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2008.
Signed this day
DRAFT
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0030538
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revolted. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no Longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises
under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Union County Board of Education is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment system
located at Fairview Elementary School (with 750 GPD wastewater from
Bethlehem Presbyterian Church), on US Highway 601, Fairview, Union County,
and consisting of the following treatment components:
• septic tank
• dosing tank
• recirculating sand filter
• chlorine disinfection
• tablet dechlorination
• effluent pump station
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location
specified on the attached map into Goose Creek (via outfall 001), which is
classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

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Fairview Elementary School
NC 0030538
Union County

Permit No. NC0030538
A (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - DRAFT
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting permit expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT
:CHARACTERISTICS'
_ LIMITS -
° - MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
-
Monthly
Average
`Weekly.
Average
Daily Max
Measurement
Frequency - '
`Sample,
, - Type.- `
- Sample'
Location?:
Flow
0.004 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
I or E
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
30.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
2/Month
Grab
E
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
2/Month
Grab
E
NH3 as N (Summer)
13.6 mg/1)
35.0 mg/1
2/Month
Grab
E
NH3 as N (Winter)
2/Month
Grab
E
Dissolved Oxygen2
Weekly
Grab
E
Fecal Coliform (geom. mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
2/Month
Grab
E
Total Residual Chlorine
28 ug/1
2/Week
Grab
E
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
E
pH3
2/Month
Grab
E
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
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Weekly
Grab
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Notes:
1 Sample locations: E - Et
outfall.
2 The daily average dissolver ,,a n shall not be less than 5.0 mg/1.
3 The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard unilsn-or—gzeater than 9.0 standard units.
Summer:
Winter:
April 1- October 31
November 1- March 31
► 100-feet above outfall, D- Downstream.300-feet below
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

Division of Water Quality
Point Source Branch/NPDES Unit
October 15, 2002
1V EMORANDUM
'To: Coleen H. Sullins, Water Quality Section Chief
'Through: Dave Goodrich, Supervisor, NPDES UnitP0
From: Susan A. Wilson, P.E., Environmental Engineer, NPDES Unit
Subject: Implementation Policy for Permits with Monthly Average NH3-N Limits
Background." According to the Code of Federal Regulations. (40.. CFR 122.45 (d)j, continuous
discharges- "shall unless `inripracticable be stated as: (1) Maximuin. daily . and average monthly
= -discharge limitations for all _dischargers other than publicly owned treatment works; and (2)
Average weekly and average monthly discharge limitations for POTWs". To date, North
Carolina has instituted NH3-N limits based on monthly average limits only (with the exception
of industry specific Federal Guideline limits), as directed by the Water Quality Section Chief
via memo dated June 6,,1990 (Appendix Al. No adversecomments were received from the EPA
regarding NH3-N until 2001. During the last quarter of 2001, the NPDES Unit began receiving
comments from EPA Region IV objecting to permits that did not have corresponding daily
maximum and weekly average limits for ammonia. The Division of Water Quality (the Division)
and EPA reached an agreement on April 8, 2002 to issue permits with a reopener clause for
NH3-N during the interim period, until a policy could be established.
In order to formulate the NH3-N policy, a workgroup of stakeholders was formed:
Matt Matthews, Supervisor, Aquatic Toxicology Unit
Mike Johnson, Environmental Manager, DuPont Company — Fayetteville Works
Stanley Curtis, Superintendent of Wastewater Treatment, City of Rocky Mount
Susan Wilson, Environmental Engineer, NPDES Unit
Dave Goodrich, Supervisor, NPDES Unit
The workgroup met on 3 occasions, and corresponded via e-mail or phone to resolve issues
concerning the policy.
Options Reviewed. The workgroup reviewed various options that could be used in developing
the daily maximum or weekly average NH3-N limit. Both an "effluent" technology -based limit
and a "water quality" standards -based limit were evaluated.
Water quaiitu-based limit. For a water quality -based daily maximum or weekly average value,
the workgroup discussed using an NH3-N value based on nutrient concerns, a value based on
oxygen consuming waste (established through modeling), or a value based on toxicity.

A value based on nutrient concerns was because nutrient effects are typically based on long -
term, rather than short term concerns. Additionally, nutrient issues were eliminated since
they are specifically addressed in the five nutrient sensitive river basins throughoutthe state.
The workgroup also discussed an NH3-N limit based on the effects of oxygen consuming
wastes. The NPDES Unit currently uses a water quality model to predict the effects of BOD5
and NH3-N (through nitrogenous biochemical oxygen demand) on the receiving stream. These
models use stream flow conditions and design wastewater characteristics, to determine BOD5
and NH3-N limits to protect the state standard for dissolved oxygen. In order to establish a
daily maximum value or a weekly average NH3-N value, appropriate streamflow for modeling
would need to be established. Three water quality based models were run using average flow
to reflect daily or weekly conditions. Elevated values for NH3-N were inserted into randomly
selected site -specific models to determine the impact on dissolved oxygen. Although there
• was some impact associated with increased NH3-N levels, none of the models .predicted
dissolved oxygen near the instantaneous minimum value of 4 mg/1 dissolved oxygen. Because
every model is site -specific, every condition could not be siniulated, for- this study. However,
based on the 3 models randomly selected, this option was eliminated due to the lack of impact
that a daily or weekly 'average NH3 value has on the receiving stream.
A toxicity -based approach to establish a daily maximum value or a weekly average value'was
also considered by the workgroup. North Carolina has no chronic or acute standard for
NH3-N (although North Carolina. has implemented toxicity based NH3-N limits since 1990).
Research into acute criteria indicated a range of values from 12 mg/1 to 15 nig/1 [see
Appendix A, Table, p.2). Of the water quality -based approaches, the work group focused on
this method.
Technoloqu-based limit. For a technology -based daily maximum or weekly average value, the
workgroup discussed using an NH3-N value based on site specific best available technology, a
value based on design specific capability, and a value based on analysis of existing
performance data.
A site specific best available technology limit was dismissed due to the time constraints
involved in developing a site specific value and the need to develop a method which could be
simple enough to be applied on a state-wide basis.
For a design specific NH3-N value, several design consultants were called to determine what
an appropriate daily maximum or weekly average value would be for a given monthly average.
In general, most respondents stated that their designs were specific to the facility and in the
majority of cases they designed the facility to meet the most stringent limit on a daily basis -
they did not design for "daily or weekly maximums". Essentially, the design engineers
designed the facility to comply with the monthly average NH3-N limit on a daily basis - with
the probability that in any wastewater treatment system - there may be excursions that could
be managed operationally. Therefore, the design specific weekly average or daily maximum
NH3-N value did not really exist in the context of this work and.- was dismissed by the
workgroup.
A performance based NH3-N value was also reviewed by the workgroup. The workgroup
decided to review weekly average/monthly average values for several existing, compliant
municipal facilities, as well as daily maximum/monthly average values for industrial and
minor non -municipal facilities. From this information, a ratio of weekly average or daily
maximum to monthly average NH3-N ratios could be reviewed. This determination for an

NH3-N value was deemed easy to apply state-wide, would not strain resources, and would
comply with the federal requirement.
Chosen Option. The workgroup had to decide between the water quality -based approach
(based on toxicity) and the technology -based approach (based on actual performance). Water
quality based limits are established to protect known or predicted water quality impacts.
Since there have been no known or predicted acute stream impacts due to NH3-N, a water
quality based limit was eliminated by the group. Furthermore, the Division would need to
adopt - a standardfor any chosen water quality method. Therefore, the performance based
NH3-N value was chosen as the best alternative to comply with the -Federal Guideline.
Data Evaluation. Once the method for choosing the NH3-N daily maximum/weekly average
limit was established, facility data were evaluated for 6 industrial facilities, 8 minor non -
municipal domestic facilities, and 8 municipal facilities. Effluent NH3-N data for the calendar
year 2001 were reviewed for these facilities. For the industrial and the minor non -municipal
facilities, the highest daily maximum values were evaluated and compared to monthly average
values for each mon '. For the municipal facilities, the highest weekly average value for the
month was "evaluated 'and compared to each corresponding monthly average. The total
number of data points was 99 for municipal facilities and 160 for combined industrial and
minor non -municipal facilities. These data sets represented variability associated with •
seasonality.
For each facility category the ratios of daily maximum to monthly averageor weekly average to
monthly average were listed and ranked. The 95th and 99th percentiles were evaluated for each
category [See Appendix B].
For the municipal facilities, the 95th percentile ratio value was chosen as the multiplier.
Because municipal facilities must comply with a weekly average NH3-N limit, instead of a daily
maximum, the 95th percentile value was deemed most appropriate, as this percentile would
account for the averaging allowed by a weekly requirement. That value was found to be 3:1.
Due to the similar ratios (both 95th and 99th percentile values) and similar 'permitting
requirements (monthly averages/daily maximums) between the industrial and minor non-
municipalfacilities, these categories were combined to be evaluated as one group. Both of
these groups must meet a daily maximum NH3-N value. The two highest ratios were deemed
outliers and omitted from the ranking. From the modified data set, the 99th percentile ratio
value was chosen as the multiplier for industrial and non -municipal facilities. Because these
facilities must meet a daily maximum NH3-N value. the 99th percentile ratio value was deemed
most appropriate, as this percentile would take into account potential daily variability (as
opposed to the averaging effects that a weekly average value entails). That value was found to
be 5:1.
Implementation. The workgroup also discussed the implications of implementing the daily
maximum and weekly average values into permits.
As part of North Carolina's agreement with EPA, the Division agreed to re -open those permits
issued after April 8, 2002 to include weekly average or daily maximum limits, if review of the
data demonstrate a reasonable potential to exceed the established value [See Appendix Cl.
The Division will commence with re -opening those permits by December 31, 2002, if

necessary. Approximately 31 permits with NH3-N monthly average values have been issued
since the April agreement.
With renewal or new permits thathave monthly average NH3-N limits, the NPDES Unit will
implement daily maximum or weekly average limits for non -municipal and municipal facffities,
using the ratio established through the workgroup (5:1 for non -municipal facffities, 3:1 for
municipal facilities).
The workgroup also discussed placing a maximum value, or cap requirement, on daily
maximum and weekly average values. For example, some permits have monthly average NH3-
N limits that are 10 mg/I or higher. If a multiplier of 3:1 or 5:1 were used to establish a
weekly average or daily maximum limit, the value would be 30 mg/1 or 50 mg/1. Because
typical untreated wastewater NH3-N values range from 12 — 50 mg/1 [Metcalf & • Eddy,
Wastewater Engineering, 3rd Ed., p. 109), the workgroup agreed to place a cap of 35 mg/1
(slightly higher than the medium waste strength value of 25 mg/1) on the calculated daily - _ ...
maximum or weekly average values. This also corresponds _with the NPDES Unit's .current --
policy of placing a maximum cap on NH3-N toxicity calculated values ;at 35 mg/1. The NPDES
Unit will allow a facility, if the facility objects to the •cap, to demonstrate that .the • facility's
influent values are greater than 35 mg/1 in order to raise -the cap. hi- iW ll.`be ri.lickged on a
case -by -case basis. .
Conclusion. The workgroup, along with the NPDES Unit, chose a performance based
approach to develop limits for daily maximum and weekly average: NH3-N. limits.- Based on
review of the performance data, a ratio (or multiplier) of 3:1 Was chosen for municipal, facilities
and 5:1 for non -municipal facilities. Following approval by the Water Quality Section Chief,
the NPDES Unit will begin immediate implementation of these limits in new and renewal -
permits. This will allow the Division of Water Quality to .comply with the Federal Regulations.
Please feel free to call me at [phone], ext. 510 if you have any questions or comments. •
cc: Shannon Langley, PSC&EU
Water Quality Regional Office Supervisors
NPDES Unit staff
Tom Poe, Pretreatment Unit
Darlene Kucken, Basinwide Unit
Stakeholder Workgroup

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NCDENR
Jerry Thomas
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 700
Monroe, NC 28112-4786
Dear Permittee:
Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
March 7, 2003
Subject: Renewal Notice
NPDES Permit NC0030538
Farview Elementary School
Union County
The subject permit expires on October 31, 2003. North Carolina Administrative Code (15A NCAC 2H.0105(e)) requires
that an application for permit renewal be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration of the current permit. If you have already
mailedyourrenewal application, you may disregard this notice.
To satisfy this requirement, your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than May 4, 2003.
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 October 31, 2003 (or if continuation of the permit is desired), the current
permit must be renewed. Discharge of wastewater without a valid permit would violate North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1
and could result in assessment of 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 Bob Sledge of the
Division's Compliance Enforcement Unit at [phone], extension 547. 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 Valery Stephens at the telephone number or e-mail
address listed below.
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: Central Files
'MooresvilleRegional Office, Water Quality, Section
NPDES File
NC DEPT. OF EN►IDIUNrat,1;
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
ROORESVILLF PE(;ICRAL Opi'r2-
, ARE 8 2003
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733-5083, extension 520 (fax) 919 733-0719
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Union County Public Schools
Iii Maintenance Department
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
i4 libro
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah
Operations Supervisor
Tony Crowley
Technical Supervisor
Jimmy Lowery
Technical Supervisor
Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor
May 7, 2003
Ms. Valery Stephens
NC DENR/Water Quality/
Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Dear Ms. Stephens:
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Attached are two copies of our application and a Sludge Management
Plan.
Thanks!
Since
E. war . Sweeney, Jr.
Direct o Maintenance
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NPDES APPLICATION FOR PERMIT RENEWAL- SHORT FORM D
To be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES/
North Carolina NPDES Permit Number
1. Contact Information:
Facility Name
Owner Name
Street Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Operator Name
Street Address
City
State / Zip Code
County
Telephone Number
NCO° 30538
Please print or type
OLD FAIRVEIW SCHOOL
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
201 VENUS STRELI
MONROE
NORTH r.ARfIT TNA 98117
(704 ) 296-3160 Ext 100
(704 ) 296-3161
[e-mail]
BRANDON GADDY
201 VFNUS STRF.FT
MONROE-
NORTH CAROLINA 28112
TTNTON
( 704 ) 296-3160 Ext 110
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above El
Facility Name (if different from above)
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
3. Reason for application:
Expansion/Modification
Renewal
U.S. HIGHWAY 601
FAIRVIEW
NORTH CAROLINA 28112
i 1NTON
Existing Unpermitted Discharge
New Facility
• Please provide a description of the expansion/modification:
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NPDES APPLICATION FOR PERMIT RENEWAL- SHORT FORM D'
To be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD'flow)
4. Description of •the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with
capacities): •
SEPTIC TANK SAND FILTER
PUMP TANK
CHLORINE MIXING TANK DE-CLOR
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
Type of Facility Generating Wastewater
Industrial Number of Employees
Commercial Number of Employees
Residential Number of Homes
School ✓ Number of Students/Staff
Other
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park. etc.):
20
6. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply):
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
RCRA Non -Attainment
UtC Ocean Dumping
NPDES NC0030538 Dredge/Fill Permits
PSD Other
NESHAPS
7. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
-1
8. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each
outfall:
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NPDES APPLICATION FOR PERMIT RENEWAL- SHORT FORM D
To be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
9. Name of receiving streams) (Provide a mop showing the exact location of each outfall):
GOOSE CREEK
10. Is this facility located on Native American lands? (check one)
YES NO ❑
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to
the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true. complete. and accurate.
EDWARD J. SWEENEY, JR.
Printed Name of Person Signing
DIRECTOR OF MAINT
Title
4/1/
Signat nt Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or
certification in any acoiication, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of :he
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article. or who falsifies. tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any
recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission .molementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed 310,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed six months. or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than 310,000 or
' imprisonment not more :han 5.years, or both for a similar offense.) ,
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Latitude: 350914
Longitude: 803208
USGS Quad #: Gl6NE
River Basin #: 030712 Yadkin
Receiving Stream: Goose Creek
Stream Class: C
Union County BOE
Fairview Elementary School

SLUDGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
Liquid Waste of Charlotte, NC pumps all waste while school is out every
summer.

Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
Division of Water Quality
May 1, 2003
Mr. Edward J. Sweeney, Jr., Director of Maintenance
Union County Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Additional Flow Request
Fairview Elementary School
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
This Office is in receipt of your letter dated April 11, 2003 concerning a request to add
additional flow from the nearby Bethlehem Presbyterian Church (BPC) to the subject Elementary
School's existing WWTP. In your letter, you noted that the subject WWTP is only receiving
flow from only 20 students/staff, and averages approximately 200 gallons of flow per day. The
flow from BPC is expected to be approximately 750 gallons per day, which would make the
combined flow well below the WWTP's.capacity of 4000 gallons per day.
In reviewing your request, it was noted that the subject permit only allows for wastewater
generated by staff/students at the subject school to be treated at the permitted WWTP. In order to
accept wastewater from other sources, the permit will have to be modified to reflect the
additional sources of wastewater. Your April 11, 2003 letter should suffice as a request for
permit modification and will be forwarded to our Central Office for processing. Please note,
however, that modifying your permit in this manner may change your current monitoring
requirements and/or frequency from those listed in your current permit to monitoring
requirements and/or frequencies more applicable to Publically Owned Treatment Works since
you will be receiving and treating wastewater generated from a source not under your control.
NCDENR
Customer Service
1 1300 623-7748
Mooresville Regional Office, 919 North Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115 PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]
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Mr. Edward J. Sweeny
May 1,.2003
Page Two
As noted in your letter, the subject school continues to be occupied by an average of 20
students/staff even though self -monitoring reports submitted by the Union County School system
indicate that there has been no school and no discharge as far back as 2001. Please be advised
that failure to monitor as required by the school's NPDES permit may subject the school system
to the assessment of civil penalties as provided by NCGS § 143-215.69. Although effluent
flows may be only a fraction of the flow generated when the school was fully occupied and occur
on a much more infrequent basis, it is still the responsibility of the UCSS to see that a
representative sample of the effluent is collected for each month that the school is in operation as
required by the NPDES permit.
It should also be noted that the subject NPDES permit is due to expire on October 31,
2003. 15A NCAC 2H .0105(3) requires that an application for permit renewal be submitted at
least 180 days prior to the expiration of the permit. If you intend to renew the subject permit,
your renewal application should be postmarked no later than May 4, 2003. If you have already
mailed your renewal application, please disregard this notice.
If you have additional questions or need further information, please contact Mr. Michael
Parker or me at [phone]. The Divison's Central Office will be in contact with you
concerning your permit modification request.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Dave Goodrich
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�•MU 11Maintenance Department
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201 Venus Street
u�mmumw�ucsaroas Monroe, North Carolina 28112
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Phone: [phone]
I Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah
Operations Supervisor
Tony Crowley
Technical Supervisor
Jimmy Lowery
Technical Supervisor
Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor
ril 11, 2003
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r. Rex Gleason
NCDENR
/919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC . 28115
AD NATURAL. RESODU
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'APR 1 4 2003
nion County Public Schools would like to request that the permit at Old
Fairview School (NC0030538) be modified to allow a Bethlehem
Presbyterian Church to connect to our sewer treatment system. Attached
is their request.
At the present time we have an average of only 20 students/staff at the
school with an average of 200 gallons of flow per day. According to Mr.
L Henson with Henson -Harrington Architects their flow would be less then
'750 gallons per day. Our facility is permitted for 4000 gallons per day
discharge so we feel this part of the permit would not need to be
modified.
If you have any questions or need any help on this matter contact Jimmy
Lowery or myself at 704-296-3160.
Thanks!
Si
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
EJS/jd
Attachment
C Jimmy Lowery
Chad Price

Bethlehem Presbyterian Church
7608 Concord Highway
Monroe, North Carolina 28110
[phone]
"To Know God, and to Make God Known"
Fic
A. Lee Zehmer, Pastor
March 13, 2003
Dr. Ed Davis
Superintendent for Auxiliary Services
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite•700
Monroe, Forth Carolina 28112
RE: Sewer tie-in to old Fairview School.
Dear Dr. Davis,
On behalf of Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, I want to thank you for the offer of allowing the church to
tie into the sewer system at the old Fairview School. We are finalizing the building plans now and hope
to obtain a building permit in the coming weeks. The sewer dilemma seems to beourgreatest hurdle at
this time.
We have explored the church grounds for possible septic system sites, but all attempts have failed. The
school tie-in seems to be our only option at this time, until county sewer service comes to our area.
Our civil engineers researched the procedures for the sewer tie-in and realized a permit modification
would be needed by the state in order for the church to connect to the system (see attached letter). The
request for permit modification would need to come from the school system. Our expected daily flow
volume (per plumbing engineer) would be 375 gallons per day Monday thru Saturday, and 750 gallons
on Sunday.
I am asking that you make this request on behalf of the church. I will be happy to help in any way
possible and will provide any additional information you need. Apparently, the process could take some
time, so if there is any way I can speed the process, please let me know. Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
aittce
Chad Price, Bethlehem Long Range Planning Committee.

State of North Carolina
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
April 30, 2003
Mr. Brandon Gaddy
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
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Subject: NPDES Permit Renewal Application` N `�{
Permit NC0030538
Old Fairview School
Union County
Dear Mr. Gaddy:
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on April 14, 2003. Thank you for submitting this
package. The renewal request did not include a sludge management plan. Please submit 2 copies of your
Application for this facility, and a sludge management plan.
The permit renewal for this facility will be assigned to a staff member. This staff member will contact you if
further information is needed to complete the permit renewal. Please note that the NPDES Unit has several vacant
positions. This staff shortage has lasted for over 4 years and is delaying all permit renewals. Our remaining
permit writers are currently reviewing Authorizations to Construct, speculative limit requests, major permit
modifications and 201 plan updates ahead of permit renewals. This is necessary due to a variety of factors,
including mandatory deadlines in the statutes which govern our program.
If this staff shortage delays reissuance of NC0030538 the existing requirements in your permit will remain in
effect until the permit is renewed (or the Division takes other action). We appreciate your patience and
understanding while we operate with a severely depleted staff. If you have any additional questions concerning
renewal of the subject permit, please contact Charles Weaver at [phone], extension 511.
Sincerely,
Valery Stephens
Point Source Branch
cc:L_Mooresville_Regional Office, Water Quality Section
NPDES File
Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733-5083, extension 520 (fax) 919 733-0719
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES
[e-mail]

Union County Public Schools
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o1., Maintenance Department
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201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
)-Mail: [e-mail]
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah
Operations Supervisor
Tony Crowley
Technical Supervisor
Jimmy Lowery
Technical Supervisor
Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor
February 22, 2002
Mr. Richard Bridgeman
NCDENR
Division of Water Quality
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Fairview Elementary WWTP
NPDES `Permit -No. NC0030538
New Salem Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030597
Parkwood Middle School WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0028517
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Bridgeman:
FEB 2 5 2002
All three sites had identical problems in the laboratory arena. We will contract as
soon as possible with K & W Laboratories, Inc. Charlotte, NC to complete all
required field-testing. This should eliminate all laboratory violations mentioned in
your reports.
The Parkwood Middle School sand filters will be repaired in the near future. We will
remove approximately 2" of bad sand, replace and relevel the lines.
The vegetation around• the back-up chlorination and dechorination units will be
removed as soon as possible. We will be more vigilant in the future to assume no
recurrance.
Thank you.
Sincerel
e ►_ eeney, Jr.
Directo aintenance
EJS/j d
C Jimmy Lowery

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Mr. Edward Sweeney, Jr., Maintenance Director
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Subject: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Fairview Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection
conducted at the subject facility on January 29, 2002, by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office. Please inform
the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge of our findings by forwarding a copy of the enclosed
report.
This report is being issued as a Notice of Violation (NOV) because of the laboratory
violations of the subject NPDES Permit and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 as
detailed in the Laboratory Section of the attached report. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil
penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) per violation, per day may be
assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or
requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this Office by February 26, 2002,
addressing the deficiencies noted in the Laboratory Section of the report. In responding, please
address your comments to the attention of Mr. Richard Bridgeman.
NCDEI+R
Customer Service
1 800 623-7748
Division of Water Quality 919 North Main Street Mooresville, NC 28115 Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]

Mr. Edward Sweeney, Jr.
Notice of Violation
Page Two
The report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning
this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Bell or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
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D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
,> Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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Name and Location of Facility Inspected:
Union County Board of Education/Fairview Elementary WWTP
U.S. Highway 601
Fairview
Union County, North Carolina
Entry Time:
9:13 am
Permit Effective Date:
01/11/01
Exit Time/Date:
10:00 am
02/01/29
Permit Expiration Date:
03/10/31
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)/Phone No(s)/Fax No(s):
Mr. Brandon 9addy/ORC/704-296-3160
Name and Address of Responsible Official:
Mr. Edward Sweeney, Jr.
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Title:
Maintenance Director
Phone No:
704-296-3160
Contacted?
No
Se000:,ci:Areail:EVtillipted'Doringjnspection (Check areas evaluated)
X Permit X Flow Measurement X Operations & Maintenance X Sewer Overflow
X Records/Reports X Self -Monitoring Program X Sludge HandlingfDisposal Pollution Prevention
X Facility Site Review Compliance Schedules • Pretreatment Multimedia
X Effluent/Receiving Waters X Laboratory Storm Water Other:
Section DVSummary Of Findings/Comments
See Attached Sheet(s) for Summary.
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspectors:
Wes Bell (A42_
Agency/Office/Telephone No:
NCDWQ/MOORESVILLE/[phone]
Date:
2/5/02
Date:
Signature of Management QA Reviewer:
Agency/Office/Phone & Fax No:
Date:
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev. 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete

Fairview Elementary WWTP
Page Two
The facility was last inspected by Linda Love of this office on May 10, 2001.
PERMIT:
The permit authorizes the continued operation of an existing 0.004 MGD wastewater
treatment system consisting of a septic tank, dosing tank, recirculating sandfilter, chlorine
disinfection, tablet dechlorination, and effluent pump station. The facility is not designed or
equipped to be a recirculating sandfilter; therefore, permit description does not adequately describe
the. facility.
The permit for this facility became effective on 11/1/01 and expires on 10/31/03.
RECORDS AND REPORTS:
Records and reports consisting of monthly monitoring reports, chain of custody forms,
sample analysis reports, Operator -in -Responsible Charge (ORC)/daily operation log, and the
maintenance log were maintained in accordance with permit conditions. No instrument calibration
data was documented as required by the NPDES Permit (See Laboratory Section). The remaining
records were organized and well maintained.
Rating: Unsatisfactory (This section is rated unsatisfactory for the failure to document all calibration
data)
FACILITY SITE REVIEW/OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE:
The facility has not reported a discharge since May 2001 due to the construction of a new
elementary school. The facility will remain operational to accommodate future growth (if needed).
The graveled sandfilter contained marginal vegetation and the sand depth was approximately
twenty-four inches (at the observed locations). The facility utilized a sodium hypochlorite solution
for disinfection. The chlorinated effluent is pumped 1500 to 2500 feet prior to dechlorination and
discharge into the receiving stream.
The facility is staffed with one Grade I ORC. A certified back-up operator has been
designated and is available when the ORC is unable to visit the facility. The ORC was very
knowledgeable of all process units and treatment process utilized at the facility.
LABORATORY:
K & W Laboratories, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina (Certification #559) has been
contracted to provide analytical support. The lab was not evaluated during this inspection.
The pH, TRC, and dissolved oxygen meters and thermometer were not calibrated/verified
as required by Standard Methods, 18th Edition - Methods: 4500-H B (pH), 4500-0 G(dissolved
Oxygen), 2550 B (temperature), and 4500-C1 G (total residual chlorine). Note: These violations
(excluding the dissolved oxygen meter) were noted in a previous compliance inspection report dated
12/8/98. In addition, the school system utilizes an unapproved method (colorimetric analyses) for
determining dissolved oxygen measurements. The Standard Methods, 18th Edition, Method 4500-0
G stipulates two approved methods that can be utilized for dissolved oxygen measurements.

Fairview Elementary WWTP
Page Three
LABORATORY cont'd:
The facility's permit stipulates a 28 µg/1 TRC limit. The instrument currently used to analyze
TRC measurements is not capable of measuring at or below 28 ,ug/1. Please be advised that an
instrument capable of measuring at or below 28 µg/1 TRC limit must be utilized by July 1, 2002, as
stated in the Division's memorandum dated 3/8/01. The ORC/school system is aware of the
Division's memorandum.
This office strongly recommends the ORC/field analyst to view the Division's Laboratory
Certification Unit's website that contains the technical guidance for field parameter testing
(including proper instrument calibration and appropriate documentation) at
www.esb.enr.state.nc.us/lab/field parmguide.htm. The school system must complete an application
for field parameter certification that can be obtained at the above noted website. Mr. Chet Whiting
with the Division's Laboratory Certification Unit can be contacted at 704-663-1699 ext. 297 for
additional guidance.
Rating: Unsatisfactory (This section is rated unsatisfactory due to the failure to properly calibrate
all field instruments)
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS:
The facility discharges into Goose Creek, which is a Class C water in the Yadkin -Pee Dee
River Basin. The treatment system was not discharging at the time of the inspection. The receiving
stream did not appear to be negatively impacted. The outfall was well maintained and accessible.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM:
Self -monitoring reports were reviewed for the period April 2001 through November 2001,
inclusive. The facility only reported discharges in April and May 2001. No limit violations were
reported. All monitoring frequencies were correct.
At the time of the inspection, the inspector directed the ORC on the proper proceedures in
calculating arithmetic averages and geometric means.
All samples appeared to be properly preserved and meet the required holding times. The
upstream and downstream sampling locations were consistent with the permit requirements.
FLOW MEASUREMENT:
Instantaneous flow is measured by water meter readings. The water meter readings may be
utilized as long as all water (with only minor exceptions) ultimately enters the school's sewer
system.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
Septage is removed by Liquid Waste, Inc. of Charlotte, N.C. and disposed at a CMU WWTP.

Fairview Elementary WWTP
Page Four
SEWER OVERFLOW:
Please be advised that pursuant to Part II, Section E of your NPDES permit, and North
Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC) 15A 2B .0506 (a)(2), any failure of a collection system,
pumping station or treatment facility resulting in a bypass without treatment of all or any portion of
the wastewater shall be reported to the central office or the appropriate regional office (Mooresville
Regional Office 704-663-1699) as soon as possible but no later than 24 hours from the time the
permittee became aware of the bypass. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business
hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response personnel at 800-662-7956, 800-
858-0368, or 919-733-3300. A written report shall also be provided within five (5) days of the time
of the incident. The report shall contain a description of the bypass, and its cause; the period of the
bypass, including exact dates and times, and if the bypass has not been corrected, the anticipated time
it is expected to continue; and steps taken (or planned) to reduce, eliminate, and prevent recurrence
of the similar events. Any spill that reaches surface waters (i.e. any spill that reaches any water
already present in a conveyance, stream, ditch, etc...) or any spill greater than 1,000 gallons on the
ground that does not reach surface waters must be reported.
An adequate spill response for those spills reaching surface waters should include an
evaluation downstream of the point at which the spill entered surface waters to determine if a fish
kill occurred. The evaluation should also include the collection of upstream dissolved oxygen and
pH measurements for background information and dissolved oxygen and pH measurements at
multiple points downstream of the entry point to document any negative impact. Failure to report
the bypass of collection system, pumping station or treatment facility subjects violators to penalties
of up to $25,000.00 per day per violation.

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Permit No. NC0030538
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY •
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Union County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to discharge treated wastewater from. a :facility located at
Fairview Elementary School
U.S. Highway 601
Fairview, North Carolina
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Goose Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth
in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective Month xx, 2001.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2003.
Signed this day Month xx, 2001.
DRAFT
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0030538
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Union County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment system
School, on US Highway 601, Fairview, Union
located at Fairview Elementary treatment components:
County, and consisting of the following
• septic tank
• dosing tank
• recirculating sand filter
■ chlorine disinfection
• tablet dechlorination
■ effluent pump station
2. Discharge treated wastewater from
Goose Creek (via outfall DO1) which is
treatent works at the location
specified on the attached map m
classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

Latitude: 350914
Longitude: 803208
USGS Quad #: G16NE
River Basin #: 030712 Yadkin
Receiving Stream: Goose Creek
Stream Class: C
NAIL
Union County BOE
Fairview Elementary School
NC 0030538
Union County

Permit No. NC0030538
A (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting permit expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
EI=FLLJENT
CHARACTERISTIC
LIMITS
q MONITORING
REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Weekly
Average,
Da1I Illtax
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Measurement
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Sample
ti _Type_
Sample
Location ' ..
Flow
0.004 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
I or E
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
30.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
2/Month
Grab
E
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
2/Month
Grab
E
NH3 as N (Summer)2
13.6 mg/12
2/Month
Grab
E
NH3 as N (Winter)
2/Month
Grab
E
Dissolved Oxygen3
Weekly
Grab
E
Fecal Coliform (geom. mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
2/Month
Grab
E
Total Residual Chlorine
28 ug/1
2/Week
Grab
E
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
E
PH4
2/Month
Grab
E
Dissolved Oxygen
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Temperature
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Fecal Coliform
2/Month
Grab
U, D
NH3 as N (Summer)
' Weekly
Grab
U. D
Total Residual Chlorine
(Summer)
Weekly
Grab
U, D
Notes:
1 Sample locations: E Effluent, I - Influent, U - Upstream 100-feet above outfall, D- Downstream 300-feet below
outfall.
2 The limit for NH3 will become effective one-year after the permit effective date.
3 The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 5.0 mg/1_
4 The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
Summer: April 1- October 31
Winter: November 1- March 31
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G..Ross, Jr.,Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
October 2, 2001
Edward Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Fairview Elementary
Union County
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0030538 was issued on September 26, 2001
for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose
of this letter into advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure
to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it is
suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance are Pages 4 and 5.
Pages 4 and 5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your
discharge. Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed
"Monitoring Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies, sample types and sampling
locations. Upon commencement of your discharge (or operation), you must initiate the required
monitoring. The monitoring results must be entered on reporting forms furnished or approved by this
Agency. If you have not received these forms, they should be arriving shortly. If you fail to receive
the forms, please contact this Office as quickly as possible. I have enclosed a sample of the "Effluent"
reporting form (DWQ Form MR-1), plus instructions for completing the form. It is imperative that
all applicable parts be completed, and the original and one copy be submitted as required..
Please be advised that an annual administering and compliance monitoring fee may be required
for your facility. You will soon be receiving a statement from our Raleigh Office. It is imperative
that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent enforcement action or possible revocation of
your permit.
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special
conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s). The
conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment
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October 2, 2001
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unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant
operator if you are operating wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in operation of wastewater
treatment facilities, quantity and type of wastewater being treated or discharged, expansions and/or
upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities must be permitted or approved by this Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES Permit subjects the Permittee
to enforcement action pursuant to Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil
penalty of up to $25,000 per violation (and/or criminal penalties) may be assessed for such violations.
If you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit, you
should contact this Office immediately. A Special Order by Consent (SOC) may be necessary while
pursuing action to obtain compliance.
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period. Permits are not
automatically renewed. Renewal requests must be submitted to this Agency no later than 180 days
prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration date of your Permit. This date is set forth on
Page 1 of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not automatically transferable. If you, as
the Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that the Division of Water Quality
rescind the Permit or request that DWQ reissue the Permit to another party, if necessary.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of your
NPDES Permit. Please read the Permit and contact this Office at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville if you
have any questions or need clarification. We look forward to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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Edward Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
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Michael F. Easley
Governor
• William G. Ross; Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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September 26, 2001
OCT 0 1 2001
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Subject: NPDES Permit Issuance
Permit No. NC0030538
Fairview Elementary
Union County
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
Division staff have reviewed and approved your application for an NPDES discharge permit.
Accordingly, the Division is forwarding the subject NPDES permit. This permit is issued
pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as subsequently amended).
The following items from the DRAFT permit have been retained in this FINAL permit:
• Addition of a monthly average effluent limit for ammonia of 13.6 mg/1 during summer
season, with a one-year compliance schedule.
• Addition of a totalresidual chlorine (TRC) effluent limit of 28 ug/1 with 2/Week monitoring.
Currently the facility has weekly monitoring with no limit. Please note that reporting of
TRC effluent concentrations as "0" on the monthly DMR form is not appropriate. If there is
no detection of TRC at a detection limit of 10 ug/1, the permittee should report "< 10 ug/1".
It isour understanding that this facility already has a tablet dechlorination system in place,
and will not require additional time to comply with the new TRC limit.
• Addition of summer weekly instream monitoring for ammonia (NH3-N) and total residual
chlorine (TRC) based on instream toxicity concerns for federally -endangered freshwater
mussels and impaired benthic invertebrates. This monitoring may be dropped during the
next permit round if data show no instream toxicity concerns.
• Deletionof instream weekly conductivity monitoring since this data has shown no trends
between upstream and downstream stations.
• The permit expiration date was changed to October 31, 2003.
Please note that Goose Creek is listed. in the Draft 2000 303(d) list as a biologically
impaired water based on benthic macroinvertebrate data. The stream is also listed as
impaired due to excessive instream fecal conform concentrations. In addition, Goose
Creek is considered environmentally sensitive due to the presence of the federally
endangered freshwater mussel Carolina heelsplitter. If degradation of the stream can be
attributed to point source dischargers, then mitigative measures, including the removal
of the discharge, may be necessary. Finally, no new orexpanding wastewater discharges
to surface waters will be allowed until instream water quality improvements are
documented. It is our understanding that a new elementary school is being built which will
be serviced with a non -discharge (drip irrigation) wastewater treatment system. If future plans
N. C. Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
Phone: [phone]
fax: [phone]
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NPDES Permit Issuance -
Permit No. NC0030538
Fairview Elementary School
include closing the existing school and treatment system, you will need to request rescission of
the NPDES permit at that time.
If any parts, measurement frequencies, or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within
thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written
-, petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the
office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-
6714. Unless such a demand is made, this permit shall be fmal and binding.
Please take notice that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. Part
II, E.4. addresses the requirements to be followed in case of change in ownership or control of
this discharge. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the
permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may
be required by the Division of Water Quality, the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area
Management Act, or any other federal or local governmental permit.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Tom Belnick at telephone
number [phone], ext. 543.
Sincerel
Original Signed By
®avid A. Goodrich
Gregory J. Thorpe, .Ph.D.
Enclosure: NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
cc: IISIo©resville :Regional Office, Water Q.ual
Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit
Central Files
NPDES Unit

Permit No. NC0030538
- STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the.provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Union County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to discharge treated wastewater from a facility located at
Fairview Elementary School
U.S. Highway 601
Fairview, North Carolina
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Goose Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth
in Parts I, II, III, and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective November 1, 2001.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 2003.
Signed this day September 26, 2001.
Original Signed Sy
David A. Goodrich
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0030538
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET.
Union County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment system
located at Fairview Elementary School,"on US Highway 601, Fairview, Union
County, and consisting of the following treatment components:
• septic tank
■ dosing tank
• recirculating sand filter
• . chlorine disinfection
• tablet dechlorination
• effluent pump station
2. Discharge treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location
specified on the attached map into Goose Creek (via outfall 001), which is
classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

Outfall 001
Latitude: 350914
Longitude: 803208
USGS Quad #: G16NE
River Basin #: 030712 Yadkin
Receiving Stream: Goose Creek
Stream Class: C
Union County BOE
Fairview Elementary School
NC 0030538
Union County

Permit No. NC0030538
A (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
-= ` During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting permit expiration, the Permittee is
authorized to: discharge, treated: wastewater. from Outfall001 Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the Permittee as specified below:'
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30.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
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13.6 mg/12
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2/Month
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200/100 ml
400/100 ml
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28 ug/1
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Weekly
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Weekly
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Weekly
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Notes:
1 Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent, U - Upstream 100-feet above outfall, D- Downstream 300-feet below
outfall.
2 The limit for NH3 will become effective October 1, 2002.
3 The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 5.0 mg/1.
4 The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
Summer: April 1- October 31
Winter: November 1- March 31
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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

PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTION A. DEFINITIONS
1. Permit Issuing Authority: The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
2. DEM or "the Division" Means the Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural
Resources.
3. EMC Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Act or "the Act" The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended,
33 USC 1251, et. seq.
5. Mass/Day Measurements
a. The "monthly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during a calendar month on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured during such month. It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found by
adding the weights of the pollutant found each day of the month and then dividing this sum by the number
of days the tests were reported. The limitation is identified as "Monthly Average" in Part I of the permit.
The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during the calendar week (Sunday - Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided
by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such week. It is, therefore, an arithmetic
mean found by adding the weights of pollutants found each day of the week and then dividing this sum by
the number of days the tests were reported. This limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" in Part I of the
permit.
c. The "maximum daily discharge" is the total mass (weight) of a pollutant discharged during a calendar day. If
only one sample is taken during any calendar day the weight of pollutant calculated from it is the "maximum
daily discharge." This limitation is identified as "Daily Maximum," in Part I of the permit.
d. . The "average annual discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during the calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily
discharges sampled and/or measured during such year. It is, therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding
the weights of pollutants found each day of the year and then dividing this sum by the number of days the
tests were reported. This limitation is defined as "Annual Average" in Part I of the permit.
6. Concentration Measurement
a. The "average monthly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations
of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar month on which daily discharges are
sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such
month (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the
concentration of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average monthly count for fecal coliform
bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar month. This limitation
is identified as "Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.

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6. b. The "average weekly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations
of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week (Sunday/Saturday) on which daily
discharges are sampled and measured divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured
during such week (arithmetic mean of the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal
to the concentration of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted
by flow value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average weekly count for fecal
coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar week. This
limitation is identified as "Weekly Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
c. The "maximum daily concentration" is the concentration of a pollutant discharge during a calendar day. If
only one sample is taken during any calendar day the concentration of pollutant calculated from it is the
"Maximum Daily Concentration". It is identified as "Daily Maximum" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the
permit.
d. The "average annual concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations
of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar year on which daily discharges are sampled
and measured divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or measured during such year
(arithmetic mean of the daily concentration values). The daily concentration value is equal to the
concentration of a composite sample or in the case of grab samples is the arithmetic mean (weighted by flow
value) of all the samples collected during that calendar day. The average yearly count for fecal coliform
bacteria is the geometric mean of the counts for samples collected during a calendar year. This limitation is
identified as "Annual Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit.
e. The "daily average concentration" (for dissolved oxygen) is the minimum allowable amount of dissolved
oxygen required to be available in the effluent prior to discharge averaged over a calendar day. If only one
dissolved oxygen sample is taken over a calendar day, the sample is considered to be the "daily average
concentration" for the discharge. It is identified as "daily average" in the text of Part I.
f. The "quarterly average concentration" is the average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter. It is
identified as "Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Part I of the permit.
g.
A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through
June, July through September, and October through December.
7. Other Measurements
a. Flow, (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hours average flow, averaged monthly. It is
determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the calendar month.
b. An "instantaneous flow measurement" is a measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the
sample and flow will be representative of the total discharge.
c. A "continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge flow from the facility which occurs continually
without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be monitored continually
except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance activities on the
flow device.
8. Types of Samples
a. Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of:
(1) a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period of discharge and
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8. a. (2) a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with the time intervals between
samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow measurement
between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the present
gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
(3) a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
In accordance with (1) above, the time interval between influent grab samples shall be no greater than
once per hour, and the time interval between effluent grab samples shall be no greater than once per hour
except at wastewater treatment systems having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases,
effluent grab samples may be collected at time intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period which are
equal in number of hours to the detention time of the system in number of days. However, in no case
may the time interval between effluent grab samples be greater than six (6) hours nor the number of
samples less than four (4) during a 24-hour sampling period.
b. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual samples collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes;
the grab sample can be taken manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge or the
receiving waters.
9. Calculation of Means
a Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual values divided
by the number of individual values.
b. Geometric Mean: The geometric mean of any set of values is the Nth root of the product of the individual
values where N is equal to the number of individual values. The geometric mean is equivalent to the antilog
of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric
mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one (1).
c. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by flow value means the summation of each concentration times its
respective flow divided by the summation of the respective flows.
10. Calendar Day: A calendar day is defined as the period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day.
However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day
may be used for sampling.
11. Hazardous Substance: A hazardous substance means any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116
pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act.
12. Toxic Pollutant:
Water Act.
A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean
SECTION B. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Duty to Comply
The permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application.
a. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
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1. b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a civil penalty
not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently violates any permit condition
is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than
1 year, or both. Any person who knowingly violates permit conditions is subject to criminal penalties of
$5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also, any person
who violates a permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,000 per
violation with the maximum amount not to exceed $125,000. [Ref: Section 309 of the Federal Act 33 U.S.C.
1319 and 40 CFR 122.41 (a)]
c. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation may be assessed
against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a
permit. [Ref: North Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000.
2. Duty to Mitigate
The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the
environment.
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, C-4) and "Power Failures" (Part II, C-7),
nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties
for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319.
Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the .permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application of any
provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other
circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.

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8. Duty to Provide Information
The permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The permittee shall also furnish to the
Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required to be kept by this permit.
9. Duty to Reapply
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.
10. Expiration of Permit
The permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization
to discharge beyond the expiration date, the permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are
required by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date. Any
permittee that has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any permittee that does not have
a permit after the expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the
permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in
charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision
making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing production or
operating facilities employing more than 250 persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures
exceeding 25 million (in second quarter 1980 dollars), if authority to sign documents has been assigned or
delegated to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or ranking
elected official.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A person is a duly
authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having
overall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system,
or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best
of my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."

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12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition.
13. Permit Modification Revocation and Reissuance or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Previous Permits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility, whether for
operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. [The exclusive authority to operate this
facility arises under this permit. The authority to operate the facility under previously issued permits bearing this
number is no longer effective. ] The conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing
discharge under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the facility by the
Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in
responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such operator must hold a certification of the
grade equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the
Certification Commission. The permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type
and any grade to comply with the conditions of Title 15A NCAC Chapter 8G.0202. The ORC of the facility
must visit each Class I facility at least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding
weekends and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, NCAC Chapter 8G.0202. Once the facility is classified,
the permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission which designates the operator in responsible
charge within thirty days after the wastewater treatment facilities are 50% complete.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the permittee to achieve compliance with the
conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and
appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the operation of back-up or auxiliary facilities
or similar systems installed by a permittee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the
conditions of the permit.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit.
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Definitions
(1) "Bypass" means the known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including
the collection system, which is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
(2) "Severe property damage" means substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment
facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources
which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a bypass. Severe property damage does not
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4. b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part II,
E. 6. of this permit. (24 hour notice).
d. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against a permittee
for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section.
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse affects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph
d. (1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Definition: "Upset" means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent limitations because of factors beyond the reasonable
control of the permittee. An upset does not include noncompliance to the extent caused by operational
error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive maintenance,
or careless or improper operation.
b. Effect of an upset: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance
with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph c. of this condition
are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was caused by
upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial review.
c. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II, E. 6. (b) (2) of this permit.
(4) The permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II, B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof: In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
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6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shallbe utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The permittee
shall comply with all existing federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR Part 503.
The permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage
Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is. not modified to
incorporate the requirement. The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in
its sludge use or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM Regulation, Title 15A,
North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability, to prevent the discharge of untreated or
inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby
generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at
the monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is
diluted by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by
the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements are
consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring
flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected
discharge volumes. Once -through condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump
hour meters as specified in Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be
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4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR
136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR
503, unless other test procedures have been specified in this permit.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including all calibration and maintenance
records and all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports
required by this permit, for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or
application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee shall record
the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law, to;
a. Enter upon the permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or conducted, or where
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this
permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location.

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Page 10 of 11
SECTION E REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for determining whether a
facility is a new source in 40 CFR Part 122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants which are subject neither to effluent limitations in the
permit, nor to notification requirements under 40 CFR Part 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes in the permitted facility or activity
which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements.
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be
necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2 of this
permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal
practices.
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test procedures
specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 503,
or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting
of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an arithmetic mean
unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any noncompliance which
may endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the
time the permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5
days of the time the permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact dates and
times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and
steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance.

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Page 11 of 11
6. b. The following shall be included as information which must be reported within 24 hours under this paragraph:
(1) Any unanticipated bypass which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(2) Any upset which exceeds any effluent limitation in the permit.
(3) Violation of a maximum daily discharge limitation for any of the pollutants listed by the Director in the
permit to be reported within 24 hours.
c. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under paragraph b. above of
this condition if the oral report has been received within 24 hours.
7. Other Noncompliance
The permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit.
8. Other Information
Where the permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information.
9. Noncompliance Notification
The permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within 5 days
following first knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-215.1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including
monitoring reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.

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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
A. Construction
No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions to add to the plant's treatment capacity or to
change the type of process utilized at the treatment plant shall be begun until Final Plans and Specifications have
been submitted to the Division of Water Quality and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been
issued.
B. Groundwater Monitoring
The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct
groundwater monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with
the current groundwater standards.
C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe:
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per
liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1
mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
D. Requirement to Continually Evaluate Alternatives to Wastewater Discharges
The permittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally
sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with
the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit
a report in such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action
within sixty (60) days of notification by the Division.
PART IV
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE
REQUIREMENTS
A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within 30 (thirty) days
after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A
NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.

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Michael :F_ Easley
Govemor
William G. Hoss, Jr.,Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
:KerrT. -Stevens, Director
Division of Water -Duality
June 7, 2001
Mr. Ed Sweeney
Maintenance Director •
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street,Suite 600
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Subject: .Notice of Deficiency
Compliance :Evaluation Inspection
CEair_view _Elementary, -W. WTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Parkwood Middle WWTP
NPDES Permit.No. NC0028517
New Salem Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030597
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
Enclosed arecopies of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Reports for the inspections
conducted at the subject facilities on May 10, 2001, by Ms. Linda L. Love of this Office. Please
inform the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge of our findings by forwarding -a.copies of the
enclosedreportsto him.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this Office by June 28, 2001,
addressing the deficiencies noted in the Self -Monitoring Section of the reports. In responding,
please address your comments to the attention of Mr. Richard Bridgeman.
The reports should be self-explanatory; however, shouldyou have any questions concerning
these reports, please -do not hesitate to contact Ms. Love or me at _(704) 663-1699.
Sincerely,
\� D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
`' Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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:Union County
Entry Time:
11:10am
Permit Effective Date:
12-1-96
'Exit Time/Date:
2:10 pm
Permit Expiration Date:
:10-31-01
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)/Phone No(s)/Fax No(s):
Mr. Jimmy Lowery/Back-up ORC/704-283-1591
Name and Address of Responsible Official: .
Mr. Ed Sweeney
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 600
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Title: Maintenance Director
Phone No: 704-296-3165
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See Attached Sheet(s) for Summary.
"Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspectors:
Linda L. Love
Agency/Office/Telephone No:
NCDWQ/MOORESVILLE/[phone]
:Date:
June 6, 2001
Date:
Signature of Management QA Reviewer:
Agency/Office/Phone & Fax No:
Date:
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev. 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete

Parkwood Middle School
Page Two
The facility was last inspected by Mr. Roberto L.:Scheller=of this Office on April 6, 2000.
PERMIT
The; permitted -facility is a 0.024 MGD wastewater treatment system consisting of a septic
tank, dual spray -type recirculating sand filters, .dual recirculating pumps and controls, 16,000.gallon
holding tank, and chlorine disinfection. UV disinfection units not in use. It was noted that an
Authorization to Construct .(A to C) was issued on July 20, :1999 for the addition ofa third 1968
square foot sandfilter rerouting of discharge lines to .dosing tank and other related modifications to
piping, valves, and control equipment and appurtenances. The additional sandfilter has been
constructed.and_is operational. The ,effluent was being disinfected with an.injection,chlorination
system and tablet dechlorination. ,
The current permit:became effective on December 1, 1996:and expires on October:31, 2001.
The back-up ORC was unsure if the permit renewal request had been submitted at the time of the
inspection.
RECORDS AND REPORTS
The following records and reports were reviewed during the inspection:
- DMRs
ORC and Maintenance Log
- Calibration Records
- Chain -of -Custody forms
- Laboratory Analysis
FACILITY SITE REVIEW/OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
All units observed were functioning at the time of inspection. The sand filter beds were level
and free of vegetation. The .surrounding grounds were well maintained.
The facility is staffed with one Grade..I ORC(Operator-in-Responsible Charge). .A back-up
ORC .is available when the ORC is unable to visit the facility.
FLOW MEASUREMENT
Flow is measured by a Master Meter and is calibrated twice a year.

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Parkwood Middle School
Page Three
LABORATORY
The laboratory utilized by the subject facility is K & W Laboratories, Inc. (Certification
#559) in Charlotte, North Carolina. All samples are being shipped on ice and are meeting all holding
times. The laboratory was not evaluated during this inspection.
Laboratory exemption has been granted as appropriate.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM
Self -monitoring reports were reviewed for the period April 2000 through March 2001.
Monitoring frequencies are maintained. The facility discharges into a swampy area so no upstream
or downstreamsampling point is available.
Monthly monitoring reports are not completed correctly.
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The monthly average for Fecal Coliform should be calculated using the geometric
mean.
Total Residual Chlorine should be reported in micrograms or milligrams according to
the measurement taken.
Total Residual Chlorine should not be reported as zero but as less than the lowest
detection level.
Limit Violations reported during the review period are as follows:
• *Daily Maximum Limit exceeded for BOD on October 18, November 1-5, February 7 and
21, and March 7 and 22
• *Monthly Average Limit exceeded for BOD in October, November, December, January,
February and March
• *Daily Maximum Limit exceeded for TSR on February.21 and March 7
• *Monthly Average Limit exceeded for TSR in February and March
*Monthly Average Limit exceeded for NH as N in October, November, December, January,
February and March
• *Daily Maximum Limit exceeded for Fecal Coliform on February_21, 2001
*A NOV and/or Civil Penalty Assessment has or will be issued for the violations
Monitoring Violations are as follows:
• Ammonia Nitrogen not sampled 2/month as required by the permit in May & September
2000
SLUDGE DISPOSAL
„ Sludge is removed from the septic tank annually by Liquid Waste Management of Charlotte,
North Carolina with final disposal/treatment being at a Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities facility.

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Page Four
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS
The effluent on the day of inspection was clear with no visible signs of cloudiness or foam.
The receiving stream (an unnamed tributary to Waxhaw Creek, a class C water inthe Catawba River
Basin) was not evaluated during the inspection.
SEWER OVERFLOW
Please be advised that pursuant to Part 'II, Section E of your NPDES permit, and North
Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC) .15A 2B .0506 -(a)(2), any failure of a collection system,
pumping station or treatment facility resulting in a bypass without treatmentof all .or any :portion of
:the wastewater shall be reported to the appropriate:regional.office;(Mooresville Regional Office:at
704-663-1 6 99) :as _soon a&possible 'but no'later than 24 hours from the time the permittee :became
.,aware of :the. bypass.:Overflows and .spills occurring outside normal business hours may also. be
reported to theDivision's:Emergency Responsepersonnel at 800-662-7956, 800.852-0368, or 919-
733-3300. A written report shall also be provided within five (5) days of the time of the incident.
The written report shall contain a description of the bypass, and its cause; the period of the bypass,
including exact dates and times, and if the bypass has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken (or planned) to reduce, eliminate, and prevent recurrence of
similar events.
Any spill that reaches surface waters (i.e. any spill that reaches any water already present in
a conveyance, stream, ditch, etc...) or any spill greater than 1,000 gallons on the ground that does not
:reach surface waters must be reported.
An adequate spill response for those spills reaching surface waters should _include an
evaluation downstream of the point at which the spillenteredsurface waters to determine if a fish
kill occurred. The evaluation should also include the collection of upstream dissolved oxygen and
pH measurements for background information and dissolved oxygen and pH measurements at
multiple points downstream of the entry point to document any negative impact. Failure to report
the bypass of a collection system, pumping station or treatment facility subjects violators to penalties
of up to $25,000 per day per violation.

Form Approved.
OMB No.2040-0057
Approval Expires.8-31-98
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Name and Location of Facility Inspected:
Fairview Elementary WWTP
on US Hwy. 601
Union County
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-Entry Time:
9:45 am
•Permit Effective Date:
.12-1-96
Exit-Time/Date:
10:20 am :
_Permit Expiration Date:
10-31-01
"Name(s) of OnLSite Representative(s)/Title(s)/Phone No(s)/Fax No(s):
Mr. Jimmy Lowery/Back-up ORC/704-283-1591
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Name and Address of Responsible Official:
Mr. Ed Sweeney
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 600
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Title: Maintenance Director
Phone No: 704-296-3165
Contacted? No
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See Attached:Sheet(s) for Summary.
Name(s):and:Signature(s) of Inspectors: 1
. Linda L..Love
Agency/Office/Telephone No: •
NCDWQ/MOORESVILLE/[phone]
Date:
June 5, 2001
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Date:
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Signature of Management QA Reviewer:
Agency/Office/Phone & Fax No:
Date:
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev. 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete

Fairview Elementary
Page Two
The facility was last inspected by Mr. Roberto L. Scheller of this Office on April 6, 2000.
PERMLT
The permitted facility is a 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of a septic tank
with dosing tank, recirculating sand filter, recirculating pumps, and chlorine disinfection.
The current permit became effective on December 1,1996 and expires on October 31, 2001.
RECORDS AND REPORTS
The following records and reports were reviewed during the inspection and are maintained
according to permit, and/or regulatory .requirements:
- DMRs
- ORC log
- Maintenance log
- Calibration Records
- Chain -of -Custody forms
- Laboratory Analysis
FACILITY SITE REVIEW/OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
All :units:observed were functioning at the timeof inspection. The sand filter bed was level
and free of grass or sediment. The surrounding grounds were well maintained.
The facility is staffed with one Grade I ORC (Operator -in -Responsible Charge). A back-up
ORC is available when the ORC is unable to visit the facility.
-FLOW MEASUREMENT
The back-up ORC indicated that reported flow is based on water meter readings. Most water
=used by the school, with minor exceptions,_ ultimately enters the school's sewer system. This method
of flow measurement= is; considered acceptable.
LABORATORY
The laboratory utilized by the subject facility is K & W Laboratories, Inc. (Certification
#559) in Charlotte, North Carolina. All samples are being shipped on ice and are meeting all holding
times. The laboratory was not evaluated during this inspection.
Laboratory exemption has been granted as appropriate.

Fairview Elementary
Page Three
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM
Self -monitoring reports were reviewed for the period April 2000 through March 2001. No
limit or monitoring violations were .noted during the review period. 'Upstream and downstream
sampling locations are correct.
Monthly monitoring reports are not completed correctly.
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The monthly average .for Fecal Coliform should .be calculated using the geometric
mean.
Total Residual Chlorine should be reported in micrograms or milligrams according .to
the measurement: taken.
Total :Residual Chlorine should not be reported as zero but as less :than the slowest
detection level.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL
Sludge is removed from the septic tank and grease from the grease traps annually by Liquid
Waste Management of Charlotte, North Carolina and is disposed/treated at a Charlotte -Mecklenburg
Utilities facility.
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS
The facility was not discharging at the time of inspection. The receiving stream did not
appear to be impacted by the discharge.
SEWER OVERFLOW
Please be advised that pursuant to Part II, Section E of your NPDES permit, and North
Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC) 15A 2B .0506 (a)(2), . any failure of a collection system,
pumping.station or treatment facility resulting in a bypass without treatment of all or any portion of
the wastewater shall be reported to -the appropriate:regional office (Mooresville Regional:Office at
704-663-:1699) .as .soon as possible but.no-later than 24 hours from the time the permittee became
aware of the bypass. Overflows .and spills .occurring outside normal business hours may :also be
reported to the Division's Emergency Response personnel at 800-662-7956, 800-852-0368,:or 919-
733-3300. A written report shall also be provided within five (5) days of the time of the incident.
The written report shall contain a description of the bypass, and its cause; the period of the bypass,
including exact dates and times, and if the bypass has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken (or planned) to reduce, eliminate, and prevent recurrence of
similar events.
Any spill that reaches surface waters (i.e. any spill that reaches any water already present in
a conveyance, stream, ditch, etc...) or any spill greater than 1,000 gallons on the ground that does not
reach surface waters must be reported.

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Page Four
SEWER;OVERFLOW Continued......
An adequate spill response for those spills reaching surface waters should include an
evaluation downstream of the pointat which the spill entered surface waters to determine if a fish
kill occurred. The evaluation should also include the collection of upstream dissolved oxygen and
pH measurements for background information and dissolved oxygen and pH measurements at
multiple points downstream of the entry point to document any negative impact. Failure to report
the bypass of a collection system, pumping station or treatment facility subjects violators to penalties
of up to $25,000 per day per violation.

Form Approved.
OMB No.2040-0057
Approval Expires 8-31-98
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US Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C., 20460 A. .7411.
Water Compliance Inspection Report 4.14 1i:
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Section /I: Taeility;Data , ' , • , :
Name and Location of Facility Inspected:
New Salem Elementary WWTP
on.Hwy. 205
Union County
Entry Time:
10:35 am
•Permit Effective Date:
1-1-01
Exit Time/Date:
_10:50 am
PermitExpiration Date:
1-31-04
Name(s) of -On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)/Phone No(s)/Fax No(s):
Mr. Jimmy Lowery/Back-up ORC/704-283-1591
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Name and Address of Responsible Official:
Mr. Ed Sweeney
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 600
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
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Phone No: 704-296-3165
Contacted? No
• -:. ection C rsEva1uatedDuringiInspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
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SectiowD:Summaryldffindingi/CoMmenti
See Attached Sheet(s) .for Summary.
r Name(s) andSignature(s) of Inspectors: :
Linda L.-Love
Agency/Office/Telephone No:
NCDWQ/MOORESVILLE/[phone]
Date:
June 7, 2001
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Date:
Signature of Management QA Reviewer:
Agency/Office/Phone & Fax No: •Date:
EPA Form 3560-, (Rev. 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete

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Page Two
The facility was last inspected by Mr. Roberto L. Scheller of this Office on April 6; 2000.
PERMIT
The permitted facility is a 0.003 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of a septic tank,
recirculating tank, surface sand filter with pressure distribution system, associated pumps and piping
appurtenances, UV disinfection, chlorine disinfection, and dechlorination. Chlorine and
dechlorination are only used as a back-up for disinfection: if the UV disinfection system is down.
The current permit became effective. on. July 1, 2001 with an expiration date of January 31,
2004. The previous permit was issued on December 1,1994 with an expirationdateof November
30,1999.
RECORDS AND REPORTS
The following records and reports were reviewed during the inspection:
- DMRs
- ORC log
- Maintenance log
- Calibration Records
- Chain -of -Custody forms
- Laboratory Analysis
FACILITY SITE REVIEW/OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
All units observed were functioning at the time of inspection. The sand filter bed was level
and free of grass or sediment. Thesurrounding grounds were well maintained.
The facility is staffed with one Grade:I ORC (Operator -in -Responsible Charge). A back-up
ORC is available when the ORC is unable to visit the facility.
FLOW MEASUREMENT
Flow is measured by a Master Meter and is calibratedtwice a year.

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LABORATORY
The laboratory utilized 'by the subject facility is K & W Laboratories, -Inc. (Certification
#559) in Charlotte, North Carolina. All samples are being shipped on ice and are meeting all holding
times. The laboratory was not evaluated during this inspection. Laboratory exemption has been
granted as appropriate.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAM
Self -monitoring reports were reviewed for the period April 2000 through March 2001. No
limit or monitoring violations were reported during the review period.
Monthly monitoring .reports are not completed correctly.
• The monthly average for Fecal Coliform should be : calculated using the geometric
mean.
• Total Residual Chlorine should be reported in micrograms or milligrams according to
the measurement taken.
• Total Residual Chlorine should not be reported as zero but as less than the lowest
detection level.
SLUDGE DISPOSAL
Sludge is removed from the septic tank annually by Liquid Waste Management of Charlotte,
North Carolina. Final disposal/treatment is at a Charlotte Mecklenburg Utilities WWTP.
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING WATERS
The facility was not discharging on the day of inspection. The receiving stream (an unnamed
tributary to Richardson Creek) did not seem to be impacted by the discharge.
SEWER OVERFLOW
Please be advised that pursuant -to Part II, Section E of your NPDES permit, and North
Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC) 15A 2B .0506 (a)(2),.any failure of.a collection system,
pumping station or treatment facility resulting in a bypass without treatment of all or any portion of
the wastewater shall be reported to the appropriate regional office (Mooresville Regional Office at
704-663-1699) as soon as possible but no later than 24 hours from the time the permittee became
aware of the bypass. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be
reported to the Division's Emergency Response personnel at 800-662-7956, 800-852-0368, or 919-
733-3300: A written report shall also be provided within five (5) days of the time of the incident.
The written report shall contain a description of the bypass, and its cause; the period of the bypass,
including exact dates and times, and if the bypass has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken (or planned) to reduce, eliminate, and prevent recurrence of
similar events.

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SEWER 'OVERFLOW Continued..
Any: spill that reaches surface waters (i.e. any spill that -reaches any water already present in
a conveyance, stream, ditch, etc...) or any spill greater than 1,000 gallons on the ground that does not
reach surface waters must be reported.
An adequate spill response for those spills reaching surface waters should include an
evaluationdownstreamof the point at which the spill entered surface waters to determine if a fish
kill occurred. The evaluation should also include the collection of upstream dissolved oxygen and
pH measurements for background information and dissolved oxygen and pH measurements at
multiple points downstream of the entry point to document any negative. impact. Failure to report
the bypass of a collection system,: pumping station or treatment°facility.subjects violatorsto penalties
of .up to $25,000 per day per -violation.

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Edward Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
AVA
NCDENR
March 21, 2001
Subject: NPDES Draft Permit
Permit No. NC0030538
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Union County
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
Please find enclosed the DRAFT permit for the subject wastewater treatment . plant for your
review and comment. The draft permit includes the following items:
• Addition of a monthly average effluent limit for ammonia of 13.6 mg/1 during summer
season, with a one-year compliance schedule.
• Addition of a total residual chlorine (TRC) effluent limit of 28 ug/l with 2/Week •:
monitoring. Currently the facility has weekly monitoring with no limit. Please note that •
reporting of TRC effluent concentrations as "0" on the monthly DMR form is not
appropriate. If there is no detection of TRC at a detection limit of 10 ug/1, the permittee ' •
should report "< 10 ug/1". It is our understanding that this facility already has a tablet
dechlorination system in place, and will not require additional time to comply with the
new TRC limit.
• Addition of summer weekly instream monitoring for ammonia (NH3-N) and total
residual chlorine (TRC) based on instream toxicity concerns for federally -endangered
freshwater mussels and impaired benthic invertebrates. This monitoring may be
dropped during the next permit round if data show no instrearrn toxicity concerns.
• Deletion of instream weekly conductivity monitoring since this data has shown no
trends between upstream and downstream stations.
• The permit expiration date was changed to October 31, 2003.
Please note that Goose Creek is listed in the Draft 2000 303(d) list as a biologically
impaired water based on benthic macroinvertebrate data. The stream is also listed as
impaired due to excessive instream fecal conform concentrations. In addition, Goose
Creek is considered environmentally sensitive due to the presence of the federally
endangered freshwater mussel Carolina heelsplitter. If degradation of the stream can be
attributed to point source dischargers, then mitigative measures„ including the removal
of the discharge, may be necessary. Finally, no new or expanding wastewater discharges
to surface waters will be allowed until instream water quality improvements are
documented. .It is our understanding that a new elementary school is being built which will
be serviced with a non -discharge (drip irrigation) wastewater treatment system. If future plans
include closing the existing school and treatment system, you will need to request rescission of
the NPDES permit at that time.
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Permit No. NC0030538
Union County BOE/Fairview Elementary
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Please provide any comments you have regarding the draft permit to this office by April
27, 2001. At this time, the Division is also publishing a notice in the newspapers of general
circulation in Union County, inviting public comment on the draft permit. Following the 30-
day comment period, we will review all pertinent comments received and take appropriate
action on the permit renewal.
If you have any questions concerning the draft permit or the other requirements for your
facility, please call me at [phone], extension 543.
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FACT SHEET FOR NPDES PERMIT DEVELOPMENT
NPDES No. NC0030538
Facility Information
Facility Name
Union County Board of Education- Fairview Elementary
Permitted Flow:
0.004 MGD
Facility Class:
I
Facility/Permit Status:
Existing
County:
Union.
Stream Characteristics
Receiving Stream:
Goose Creek
Stream Classification:
C
Subbasin:
030712 (Yadkin River Basin)
`Drainage Area (mi2):
23.9
Summer 7Q10 (cfs)
0.36 (but use 0.1 cfs to account for upstream golf course withdrawal)
Winter 7Q10 (cfs):
0.91 (but use 0.4 cfs to account for upstream golf course withdrawal)
30Q2 (cfs):
NA
Average Flow (cfs):
22.8
IWC (%):
1.6% (5.8% with upstream golf course withdrawal)
303(d) listed?
YES- Biologically impaired; Not Supporting Use Rating
Miscellaneous
Regional Office:
Mooresville
USGS Topo Quad:
G16NE
Changes Incorporated into Permit Renewal
roposed Changes
_ Parameters Affected. _
_ _, Basisfor change(s)
Addition of a 13.6 mg/1 monthly
average effluent limit during
summer, with 2/month monitoring.
Provide a one-year compliance
schedule.
Effluent- Ammonia
Limit added based on mass balance
equation using lower projected
flows due to upstream golf course
withdrawal. In accordance with
Goose Creek Permitting Policy.
Addition of a Daily Max effluent
limit, and increase monitoring from
weekly to 2/week.
Effluent- Total residual chlorine
(TRC)
Limit added based on Goose Creek
NPDES Permitting Policy, which
sets upper cap limit of 28 ug/1.
Monitoring was increased to 2/week
based on 2B.0500 monitoring
requirements for Class I facility. No
compliance schedule necessary
since dechlor unit was previously
installed.
Addition of summer weekly
instream monitoring.
Instream--ammonia, TRC
Based on instream toxicity concerns
for federally-endangeredfreshwater
mussel as well as impaired benthic
invertebrates. Data will be re-
evaluated at next renewal.
Delete weekly instream conductivity
Instream- conductivity
Instream data has shown no trends,
and data is not used to develop
limits.
Change permit expiration date to
10/31/03.
Permit expiration date
Based on basin permitting schedule.

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Union County BOE-Fairview Elementary
Page 2 of 4
Project Notes
Summary This 0.004 MGD septic tank/recirculating sand filter system treats 100%
domestic wastewater from the Fairview Elementary school. Current monthly average
flows range from 0.001-0.002 MGD, with no discharge during June/July/August. An
Engineer's Certificate states that a tube type dechlorination system was completed in
August 1999 in anticipation of future TRC limitations. Finally, per 1/2/01 phone
conversation with Ed Sweeny (facility contact, 704-296-3160), the County is building a
new elementary school with a drip irrigation system for Fall 2001. It is currently
undecided how the present school will be utilized once the new school is completed.
Receiving Stream. The discharge is to Goose Creek (Class C) in the Yadkin River
Basin, which eventually discharges to Rocky River. The discharge is the only point
source located in the lower half of Goose Creek, .below .a golf course withdrawal. The
creek is inhabited by the federally endangered Carolina heelsplitter and severalother
rare mollusks. Goose Creek is listed in the Draft 2000 303(d) Listing as NS:(Not
Supporting) due -to biological impairment as well as fecal coliform contamination. Both
nonpoint source pollution as well as the cumulative effect of.a number of small
discharges impair Goose Creek. The 1998 Basinwide Management Plan -states that
elevated fecal levels are likely primarily due to nonpoint sources, while elevated
chlorine and ammonia levels from the small dischargers may also be affecting the
aquatic community. The Basin Plan recommends that existing facilities discharging to
Goose Creek receive chlorine limits at permit renewal. Due to continued outgrowth
from the Charlotte area, Union County is investigating a regional sewer system that
would eliminate small dischargers in the Goose Creek watershed (timeframe 2000 to
2010).
DMR Data (Effluent). For the past year (9/99-8/00), the following monthly average
concentrations were reported: flow (0.001-0.002 MGD, with no flow from June through
August); BOD5 (<4-26 mg/1); NH3-N(4-33 mg/1); TSS (3-14 mg/1); Fecal (1-34
org/100m1). All TRC concentrations were reported as "0". The lowest effluent DO
value reported was 5.8 mg/1, versus a 5.0 mg/1 limit. The only violation noted over
past year was a daily max exceedance for fecals. The facility wasassessed$1575 on
two occasions: May 1999 for BOD violations and November 1998 for fecal violations.
Additional BOD and fecal violations were noted in 1997 and 1998.
DMR Data (Instream). There is no difference noted between upstream/downstream
DO concentrations, with minimum downstream values hovering between 6.0-6.1 mg/1.
There is also no significant difference between up/down stations for fecals or
conductivity.
Waste .Load Allocation (WLA). The last WLA, : completed 4/91, used a s7Q10 value of
0.36 cfs. However, since the summertime golf course withdrawal can deplete much of
the summer flow, a s7Q10 value equivalent to the upstream segment (0.1 cfs) was
used to evaluate .ammonia and TRC limits for this permit round.
Permit Development.
• This permit is subject to the Goose Creek NPDES Permitting Policy (dated 1/5/01),
which sets specific limits to control toxicity for all dischargers to Goose Creek.
• Toxicity. Because the discharge from Fairview Elementary will be domestic
wastewater, ammonia (NH3) and total residual chlorine (TRC) are the only
components suspected to be toxic to aquatic life. Both these parameters are not
limited in the current permit. Based on the mass balance equation and aquatic
toxicity criteria, an ammonia limit of 13.6 mg/1 (summer -only) and an upper cap
TRC limit of 28 ug/1 are proposed for this permit. A compliance schedule of one-

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Union County BOE-Fairview Elementary
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year is provided for _the -ammonia limit in case potential .rehab work is necessary.
No compliance schedule. -is necessary for the TRC limit, since dechlor was
previously installed. Finally, instream summer weekly monitoring .is proposed for
NH3 and TRC, based on concerns about potential instream toxicity to benthic
invertebrates and endangered species. This instream data will allow an evaluation
of whether water quality criteria are actually being violated, and may be removed at
the next permit cycle if data shows no instream detections.
• Nutrient Monitoring- Per 2B.0500 regulations, quarterly nutrient monitoring is
required for facilities with Q>50,000 gpd in the Yadkin River Basin. Since facility
discharges well below this level, no nutrient monitoring is recommended. In
addition, facility is located downstream of High Rock Lake, so no special nutrient
monitoring is necessary.
• Instream Conductivity. Delete this monitoring requirement since data shows no
trend and conductivity is not.a parameter of concern for 100% domestic
wastewater discharges. -
Regional Staff Report. The MRO submitted a staff report dated 3/30/99 and
recommended permit renewal.
Miscellaneous. The facility reported no sewer spills or illegal bypass at the treatment
facility in their 2000 Performance Annual Report

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Union County BOE-Fairview Elementary
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DENR/DWQ
FACT SHEET FOR NPDES PERMIT DEVELOPMENT
NPDES No. NC0072508 (Continued)
Proposed Schedule for Permit Issuance
Draft Permit to Public Notice: 03/28/01
. Permit' Scheduled to Issue: 05/11/01
:State Contact
If you have any questions on any of the above informationor on the attached
permit; please contact Tom Belnick at [phone], extension 543.
Copies of the following are attached to provide further information on the permit
development:
• Draft Permit
NPDES Recommendation by:
Regional Office Comments
Date: d-/b"-0
This space is used by. the. Regional officepersonnel to ..identify specific concerns in
reference to issuance of the subject permit.
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Division of Water Quality
Point Source Branch/1PDES Unit
January 5, 2001
MEMORANDUM
To: Tommy Stevens
Through: Colleen Sullins
Bill Reid
Dave Goodrich
From: Tom Belnick
Subject: Goose Creek NPDES Permitting Policy
Yadkin Pee Dee River Basin (Subbasin 030712)
Union County
Goose Creek is an environmentally sensitive waterbody with the presence of endangered species and an
impaired use support rating. This NPDES permitting policy was developed specifically for current and
proposed future wastewater dischargers to Goose Creek, and will remain in effect until water quality
improvements are documented. Long-range plans include elimination of all small dischargers in the
Goose Creek watershed by connecting to a proposed regional facility.
BACKGROUND
Stream Data. Goose Creek, a Class C waterbody with headwaters in Mecklenburg County, flows through
Union County before joining Rocky River. The creek is inhabited by a small population of the federally
endangered freshwater mussel Carolina heelsplitter (Lasmigona decorata), which was listed as an
endangered species in 1993. A small number of individuals have also been reported in Duck Creek, a
tributary to Goose Creek. The decline in the species has been attributed to a combination of urban growth
pressures, wastewater dischargers, and agricultural activities.
The entire Goose Creek waterbody is listed in the North Carolina Draft 2000 303(d) list as biologically
impaired waters, and was designated by DWQ as one of the top five priorities among all the waters on the
1998 303(d) listing. A "poor" bioclassification was assigned to Goose Creek based on 1996 benthic
macroinvertebrate data, and a 1998 biological assessment conducted by the Division's Environmental
Sciences Branch found few benthic macroinvertebrates despite generally good habitat (see Attachment
A). The current use support rating is NS (Not Supporting).
Goose Creek is approximately 17 miles in length, with a drainagearea of 42 square miles and an
estimated s7Q10 flow of 0.52 cfs at its confluence with Rocky River. Currently, there is an irrigation
withdrawal from Goose Creek for a golf course at approximately mid -length during summer months of up
to 188 gpm (0.42 cfs), which can significantly affect the available dilution fordownstream dischargers.
Time of travel dye studies revealed that the average stream velocity in Goose Creek is very slow,
particularly in the lower half (0.05 fps).
NPDES Discharger Status. There are currently six permitted dischargers of treated domestic wastewater
to Goose Creek or its tributaries (i.e., Stevens Creek, Paddle Creek, Duck Creek); refer to Table 1.
Permittees include 5 subdivisions and 1 school, with permitted flows ranging from 0.004 - 0.67 MGD.
Based on the Union County Sewer System Master Plan (1996), long range plans for the Goose Creek
drainage basin include construction of a new Rocky River Regional WWTP, which would include an
activated sludge plant with nutrient removal, tertiary filtration, and UV disinfection. The proposed
Goose Creek NPDES Policy
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regional outfall.would be located at the confluence of Goose Creek and Rocky River. Presently several
Goose Creek dischargers are evaluating alternative discharge options.
QUAL2E Model Results. The Modeling/TMDL Unit developed a QUAL2E model for Goose Creek to
evaluate potential impacts of existing domestic dischargers on instream dissolved oxygen (DO) levels.
Model results indicate that Goose Creek is over -allocated at current permitted limits, with DO
concentrations predicted to drop below the instream water quality standard of 5 mg/1 during summer low
flow conditions along a 3.8-mile downstream segment. Actual instream DO data from DMR reports and
a 1997 intensive survey show no DO violations. One possible explanation for the discrepancy is that the
prolific growth of periphytic algae may be oxygenating the water during daytime periods. There are also
model uncertainties due to the slow time of travel, particularly in the lower half. A summary of model
results is included as Attachment B.
Basin Plan Recommendations. The 1998 Basin Plan reporu that "elevated fecal coliform levels are likely
primarily due to nonpoint sources, while the cumulative effect of elevated chlorine and ammonia levels
from the small wastewater dischargers may also be affecting the aquatic community of Goose Creek."
The 1998 Basin Plan recommended that 1) existing facilities discharging into Goose Creek receive TRC
limits at permit renewal; 2) DWQ be supportive of efforts to eliminate the small discharges in the Goose
Creek watershed by connecting to the proposed Rocky River regional WWTP in 2000 to 2010.
Agency Comments. A meeting was held on July 7, 2000, with staff from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service (USFWS) and the North Carolina Wildlife Resow-ces Commission (WRC). _ The purpose of the
meeting was to seek agency comments on a proposed NPDES permitting strategy for Goose Creek.
Primary agency concerns focused on potential toxic impacts to the endangered mussel populations from
direct wastewater dischargers. WRC provided maps of Goose Creek mussel distributions and
abundances, which suggest impairment to mollusk populations below point source discharges. Both
USFWS and WRC were opposed to any additional hydraulic expansions. USFWS recommended
instream monitoring for toxic constituents (TRC, ammonia) to be added to the existing permits.
Attachment C includes agency comments and maps.
NPDES PERMITTING POLICY
As a result of the presence of endangered species, an impaired use support rating, and model results
indicating current overallocation, the following NPDES permitting policy for NPDES-permitted
dischargers to the Goose Creek drainage will be effective immediately and remain in effect until water
quality improvements are documented:
• New Facilities and Expansions. No new or expanding dischargers will be allowed. This moratorium
on additional hydraulic and pollutant loading can be revisited after sources of water quality
impairment are well characterized, strategies are implemented to reduce that impairment, and water
quality has been demonstrated to improve.
■ Existing Facilities: Refer to Table .1 for a summary of proposed changes at permit renewal. Existing
facilities will receive TRC limits (minimum of 17 ugfL with upper cap = 28 ug/1) ifthey are not
already present, and ammonia limits will be adjusted according to mass balance calculations to
protect for ammonia toxicity. To account for the decreased streamflow during summer irrigation for
the single existing facility located downstream of the golf course withdrawal (i.e., Fairview
Elementary, NC0030538), a s7Q10 flow of 0.10 cfs will be used in limits development for TRC and
NH3. Compliance schedules may be included in permits to allow for securement of an ATC permit
and installation of equipment, if needed, to meet potential new permit limits for TRC and NH3. Also,
summer instream monitoring (U,D) for TRC and NH3 will be added to each permit at the current
instream monitoring frequency, in order to evaluate whether instream criteria are being maintained.
Goose Creek NPDES Policy
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Instream monitoring for TRC and NH3 may be removed at the next permit cycle, ifdata show no
instream problems. Current effluent BOD limits willremain unchanged with one exception; for the
already permitted. phased 0.35 MGD -flow .at NC0072508, the BOD limitwillbe changed from 30
mg/1 down to 5 mg/1. Nutrient.. monitoring (TN,TP) appropriate for the permitted flow willbe
maintained. Finally, the following language will be added to each permit.cover letter: " Please note
that Goose: Creek is listed in the Draft 2000 303(d) list as a biologically impaired water based on
benthic macroinvertebrate data. The stream is also listed as impaired due to excessive instream
fecal coliform concentrations. In addition, Goose Creek is considered environmentally sensitive
due to the presence of the federally endangered freshwater mussel Carolina heelsplitter. If
degradation of the stream can be attributed to point source dischargers, then mitigative
measures, including the removal of the discharge, may be necessary. Finally, based on the
Goose Creek NPDES Permitting Policy, no new or expanding wastewater discharges will be
allowed until instream water quality improvements are documented."
The Point Source Branch requests your comments and concurrence with our permitting policy. You
should note that the Division has three requests that would bedenied as a result of this policy: 1) Goose
Creek Utility Company (NC0034762) has requested an increase in permitted flow from 0.07 to 0.095
MGD to accommodate hydraulic loading from infiltration/inflow; 2) Heater Utility/Country Wood
(NC0065684) has requested an increase in permitted flow from 0.67 to 0.70 MGD to accommodate future
development; and 3) Howie Bottoms (NC0086282) submitted an application forr a proposed subdivision
wastewater discharge in January 1998, but the application has been held pending complete submission.
Please feel free to call me at extension543 if you have any questions or comments.
cc: (without attachments)
Tom Augspurger, USFWS
Frank McBride, NCWRC
Mooresville_ Region, Water Quality
NPDES Unit staff
Andy McDaniel, Modeling/TMDL Unit
Basin Planning,: Yadkin River Basin
- Goose Creek NPDES Policy
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Union CO PWD-
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Phased limits
0.231/0.35 -
Goose Creek
S7Q10= 0.1
W7Q10= 0.3
Current: 2/4 mg/l
Renewal: 2/4 mg/1
Current: 20 ug/I
Renewal: 20 ug/1
Current:30 mg/I
for both phases.
Renewal:
Change 0.35
MGD phased
limit to 5 mg/1
Renewal: Add
monthly TRC and
NH3-N.
2. NC0034762
Goose Creek Util.
Co.
0.07
(Requested
increase to 0.095
not allowed)
Goose Creek
S7Q10= 0.1
W7Q10= 0.4
Current: 5/10 mg/I
Renewal: 2/7.6 mg/I
(Basis- see IWC)
Current: NO Limit
Renewal: 28 ug/1
(Basis- CA= 33 ug/1,
thus set upper TRC
limit)
16 mg/I
,
Renewal: Add
monthly TRC and
NH3-N.
3 NC0065684
Heater Utility.-
Country Wood
0.67
(Requested
increase to 0.70
not allowed)
Goose Creek
S7Q10= 0.1
W7Q10= 0.4
Current: 2/4 mg/1
Renewal: 2/4 mg/I
Current: 19 ug/I
Renewal: 19 ug/1
10 mg/I
Renewal: Add
monthly TRC and
NH3-N.
4. NC:003053R
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lInioti CO School-
rah vlew Elcitt
0.004
Goose Creek
S7Q10-0.36
W7Q10— 0.91
With withdrawal
S7Q10= 0.1 •
W7Q10= 0.4
Current: No Limit
Renewol: I 3.6/NI ,
mg/I
(Basis- see IWC with
withdrawal factored
in)
Current: No Limit
Renown!: 28 ug/I
(Basis- CA= 1004 ug/1
and CAW= 291 ug/1,
thus set upper TRC
limit)
30 mg/I.
Renewal: Add
monthly MC ninl
N113-N.
5. NC0065749
1-leater Utility-Ashe
Plantation
0.100
Duck Creek
S7Q10= 0
W7Q10— 0
Current: 2/4 mg/I
Renewal: 2/4 mg/I
Current: No Limit
Renewal: 17 ug/1
(Basis- CA= 17 ug/1)
5 ing/1
Renewal: Add
monthly TRC and
NH3-N.
6. NC0063584
Heater Utility-
Oxford Glen
0.075
.
Stevens Creek
S7Q10= 0.05
W7Q10= 0.13
Current: 2/4 ing/I
Renewal: 2/4 mg/I
Current: No Limit
Renewal: 24 ug/1
(Basis- CA= 24 ug/1)
I I mg/I
Renewal: Add
monthly TRC and
NH3-N.
CA= Allowable effluent concentration at s7Q10 flow
CAW = Allowable effluent concentration, with golf course irrigation withdrawal considered.
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UNION COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
August 29, 2000
N.C. DES Oze
ENVIRONMENT frEALTh
NAWR.AL RESOURCES
OCT 2 2000
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I. GENERAL INFORMATION 'naats ,UE REaintMAE orrice
FACILITY/SYSTEM NAME: Fairview Elementary School
PERMIT NO: NC 0030538
PERSON IN CHARGE/CONTACT: Mr. Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
201 Venus Street
Monroe, NC 28112
704-296-3165
DESCRIPTION OF TREATMENT SYSTEM:
Septic Tank/Dosing Tank, sand filter bed, pump tank for pumping to
Goose Creek, chlorine disinfection and 1,500-gallon chlorine contact tank.
II. PERFORMANCE
The facility is visited daily to make sure everything is operating properly.
Maintenance performs weekly tests of: chlorine, temperature, dissolved
oxygen and discharged gallons. All other tests, B 0 D , ammonia fecal,
coliform and total suspended solids are performed every two weeks at a
certified lab.

DAILY LIMIT VIOLATION
FECAL COLIFORM
DECEMBER 1, 1999
LIMIT 400
REPORTED 600

III. NOTIFICATION
• We had no sewer spills or illegal bypass at the treatment facility.
• All records are on file at the Maintenance Department and are
available for public review.
• A copy of this report has been mailed to the Principal of the school.
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to
the best of my knowledge. I further certify that this report has been
made available to the users or customers of the named system and that
those users have been notified of its availability.
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Responsible Person
Director of Maintenance
Title
Union County Public Schools
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Union County Public Schools
�1Maintenance Department
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201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah
Operations Supervisor
Don Ogram
Technical Supervisor
Jimmy Lowery
Technical Supervisor
Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor
August 29, 2000
System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
- Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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Dear Madam/Sir:
Attached is our Annual Report for Fairview Elementary School.
If further information is required please contact Jimmy Lowery or myself
at 704-296-3160.
Thanks.
Sincerel
.Sweeney, Jr.
Director PMaintenance
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Attachment
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NORTH -CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
June 13, 2000
Mr. Dave Burnett
Union County Facilities Planning
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification
Fairview Elementary School
Union County
Dear Mr. Burnett:
This Office has received information from the Division of Land Resources that
you may be planning to disturb 150+ feet of a channel during the construction of the
Fairview Elementary School in Union County.
Please be advised that the Division of Water Quality (the Division) requires
that approval be obtained prior to disturbing more than 150 linear feet of stream
channel under the current Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) Nationwide Permits. It
should also be noted that it will be the responsibility of the ACOE to determine
whether or not the channel being impacted is indeed a stream for which they will
claim jurisdiction.
For jurisdictional channel impacts, compensatory mitigation may be required
to replace unavoidable lost or degraded aquatic Life uses of these streams, either
through in stream measures and/or riparian techniques -such as buffer establishment or
vegetative planting for temperature control (typically referred to as stream
bioengineering). In determining whether stream mitigation will be necessary, the
Division will need to ascertain whether the stream has aquatic organisms (such as fish,
crayfish, salamanders, etc.,) present. When compensatory mitigation is required on
streams that are to be culverted, or otherwise buried, the mitigation ratio is currently
1:1 (the Division may be raising this ratio to 2:1 in the near future). On streams that
are channelized, hardened, or relocated, the mitigation ratio is also 1:1.
SCHCOLS
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June 13, 2000
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In order to obtain -Division approval for this proposed stream impact, seven (7) copies of
the Preconstruction Notification Application (PCN), along with supporting maps and
documentation, should be completed and returned to the addresses listed in the application.
Please make sure that all maps submitted with the application are of suitable scale (e.g. 1" =
100') and delineate all impacted streams, ponds, and/or wetlands on the project site.
Downloadable copies of the Division's General Certifications as well as the PCN can be
accessed at the Division's Wetland web page:
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands
If you do not have access to this web page, please contact this Office at the phone
number listed below and a copy of the PCN will be forwarded to you. If you have already filed
for the 401 Certification, please disregard this notice. You should also note that issuance of a
ACOE 404 Permit or receipt of a written ACOE delineation verification does not relieve you of
your responsibility for determining the need for a 401 Water Quality Certification prior to
proceeding with any channel or wetland impacts.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact Mr. Pete Colwell or me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
PRik
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Doug Miller, DLR
John Dorney, DWQ
Steve Chapin, USACOE

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL. RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF LAND RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
June.12, 2000
Mr. Dave Burnett, Director of Facilities Planning
Union County
201 Venus"Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Dear Mr. Burnett:
This office has received a soil erosion and sediment
control plan for the project listed below which was
submitted as required by the North Carolina Sedimentation
Pollution Control Act (G.S. 113A-57(4)).
The Act requires that all persons disturbing an area
of one or more acres of land must obtain approval of a
soil erosion control plan prior to the commencement of the
land -disturbing activity(G.S. 113A-54(d)(4)). The Act
further states that this plan must be filed a minimum of
30 days prior to the activity and the approving authority
must approve or disapprove the submitted plan within 30
days of receipt. Failure of the approving authority to
approve or disapprove the submitted plan within the 30
days period will be deemed approval of the plan.
Commencement or continuation of a land -disturbing activity
under the jurisdiction of this Act prior to the approval
of an erosion and sediment control plan is a violation of
the Act.
We have performed a preliminary review of your
submitted plan and have determined that additional
information will be necessary before a final review can be
completed. Enclosed is a checklist of items that must be
submitted before we can complete the review process.
Failure to provide the additional information may result
in disapproval of your plan.
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The approval of an erosion and sediment control plan
is conditioned on the applicant's compliance with Federal
and State water quality laws, regulations and rules.
If you have questions please do not hesitate to
contact Susan Yates of this office. Your cooperation in
this matter is appreciated and we look forward to working
with you on this project.
Sincerely,
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
Project Name: Fairview Elementary School
Project ID: UNION-2000-109
Location: Clontz Road & Hwy 601 - Union County
Submitted By: Union County
Date Received by Land Quality Section: June 5, 2000
River Basin: Yadkin
cc: DMP Engineering
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
!Division of Land Resources
Land duality Section
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ERDSiDN AND. SEDIMENTATION CDNTRDL PLAN CHECKLIST
To expedite the approval process, a cursory review of your submitted Erosion
Control Plan has been made and has shown the need for additional information as
specified below_ To meet our review schedule, any additional information should
be -received -by this Office no later than (c• ZI-cc Failure to .meet this
schedule. may result i n disapproval. _of
LOCATION OF PROJECT: 704-6c:-1690.
Including roads,' streets,
watercourses and other major
landmarks or features
GENERAL SITE FEATURES:
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L egend; north.. -arrow, plan
erosion control measures,
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Property lines a.nd boundaries of -total
tract
Existing and pr^--^=mod contours
L imit and acreace cf disturbed area
Planned & existing bu=!dines and
elevation
Planned & es:istinc road locations and
elevations_
Lot and/or building numbers
Geographic features; rock outcrops,
seeps, springs, wetlands, streams,
lakes, dams, etc.
Easements & adjoining property uses
Profiles; .ut' " -- °, lateral
ditchlines, etc.
Stockpile locations
Ar Plan proposes 250 feet or more stream
disturbance, 40. Water Quality
certification may be necessary for this
project. Please contact Rex Gleason
with the Water Quality Section at
DESIGN CALCULATIONS:
Preronstruction•runoff calculations,
for each outlet from the site (at
.each Teak discharge location)._
-Culverts..and storm sewers
Open channels ; existing end planned
(include temporary linings_)
Energy dissipator.s, (include stone
size and dimensions)
Sediment basins, Dims, check dams
FINANCIAL-RESPONSIBILITY/OWNERSHIP CORM
Completed, notarized Financial
Responsibility/Ownership Form
Accurate application: fee
Certificate of assumed name, if the
owner is a Partnership
VEGETATIVE STABILIZATION:
Methods of soil preparation
Seed type and rates (temporary &
permanent)
Ferzflizer type and rate
Mulch type and rate

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Location of measures, temporary and
permanent erosion control measures
Construction drawings, details for
temporary and permanent erosion control
measures
Maintenance requirements -of measures ---
Contact persons for maintenance of
measures
BORROW AND/DR WASTE AREAS:
I_ the same person conducts the land -
disturbing activity and any related
borrow or waste activity, that
-borrow/waste activity shall constitute
part of the land -disturbing activity,
unless the borrow/waste activity is
regulated under the Mining'Act of 1971,
-or is a landfill regulated .. by: the
Division of Solid Waste Management_- If
the land -disturbing activity. and the
related _nrrow/waste activity are not
conducted .by_ the_same _ same financially
.responsible party-, they shall be
separate land -disturbing
considered
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OTHER TNFORKATI ON :
SITE DRAINAGE FEATURES_
Drainage .features; existing and
planned (including off -site areas
that drain through the project)
Size of sub -watersheds (Acres)
Culverts & sewers; _size. and_ location
Solis information ' (type, special
characteristics)
`Name and-zlassifi ation of receiving
wateroourse or name of municipal
operator (where stormwater
discharges)
NARRATIVE AND CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE:
:Nature and prirpose of project
t}( Construction .sequence -as it relates '
to sedimentation and erosion control
including provisions for the
installation. of critical measures
prior to the initiation of -the land-
disturbing.activitv:, all maintenance
of measures; and the removal of
measures after areas they serve have
been permanently stabilized.. -
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Union County Public Schools
Maintenance Department
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]
May 16, 2000
Mr. Richard M. Bridgeman
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Fairview Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Bridgeman:
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah
Operations Supervisor
Don Ogram
Technical Supervisor
Jimmy Lowery
Technical Supervisor
Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor
041 Rrr. Utz
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Of NATURAL RZSOURCES
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This is in response to your May 1, 2000 letter concerning the above subject.
DATE
12/01/99
5/13/99
5/27/99
5/99
3/99
3/12/99
3/26/99
VIOLATION
Daily Fecal
Daily BOD
Daily BOD
Monthly BOD
Monthly BOD
Non -report of Upstream
Non -report of Downstream
Questions please call myself or Jimmy Lowery.
Sinc
Edward
Direct
eeney, Jr.
of Maintenance
ACTION TAKEN
Increase Chlorine
Paid Civil Penalty
Paid Civil Penalty
Paid Civil Penalty
NOV Resolved
Changed administrative
procedures to preclude
further oversight
Changed administrative
procedures to preclude
further oversight
EJS/jd

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Union County Public Schools
Maintenance Department
201 Venus Street
Monroe. North Carolina 28112
Phone: [phone]
Fax: '704-296-3163
1;-Mail: fixitpynet.net
relay 1 s, 2000
Mr. Richard M. Bridieman
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources
919 North Main Street,
Mooresville, NC 2$ 115
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection_
Fairview Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. M700303:01
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Brtdgeman:
MAY 15'00 15:15 No.006 P.02
Edward J. Sweeney. Jr.
Mainven.,a Director
Sleets Kiciali
Upeeilions Supervisor
Pon Ogram
Tkctmknl 9np sir r
Jimmy Lowery
Techniept Suprrvwx
Neal 'tucker
Wow Supervisor
This is in response to your May 1, 2000 letter concerning the above subject.
LAIL
12/01/99'
5/13/99
5/27/99
5/99
3/99
3/12/99
3/Z6/99
YJQjA'l:IQN
Daily Fecal
Daily BOD
Daily BOD
Monthly BOO
Monthly BOD
Non -report of Upstream
Non -report of 1)uwnstretan
Questions please call myself or Jimmy Lowery.
Sincerely,
ACTION TA1gN
Increase Chlorine
Paid Civil Penalty
Paid Civil Penalty
Paid Civil Penalty
NOV Resolved
Charged Administration
procedures to preclude
further oversight •
Charged Administration
procedures'to preclude
further oversight
Oyes. StApOrLilor
Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
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GOVERNOR
BILLHOLMAN
'SECRETARY
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
WATER QUALITY SECTION
May 1, 2000
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Dr. Cliff Dodson, Superintendent
Union County Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 600
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Subject: Notice of Violation
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Fariview Elementary WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County, NC
Dear Dr. Dodson:
Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the
inspection conducted at the subject facility on April 6, 2000, by Mr. Roberto L. Scheller
of this Office.
This report is being issued as a Notice of Violation because of the violations of
NPDES permit NC0030538 and G.S. 143-215.1 as detailed in the Self -Monitoring
Section of the inspection report for Fairview Elementary School. Pursuant to G.S. 143-
215.6A, a civil penalty of not more that twenty five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) per day
per violation, may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in
accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued, pursuant to
G.S. 143-215.1.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this Office by May 15, 2000
addressing the deficiencies noted in the SELF MONITORING section of the subject
report. Your response should include actions taken to correct the subject deficiencies.
The response should be submitted to the attention of Mr. Richard Bridgeman of this
Office.
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Notice of Violation
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The enclosed report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions
concerning the report, please do not hesitate to .contact Mr. Scheller or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex -Gleason, P.E.
\ Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
cc: Union County .Health Department
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Form
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US Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C., 20460 Air !FIFA
Water Compliance Inspection Report 4•1 /rAll
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NC Division of Water Quality / Mooresville Regional Office NCDENR
Approval Expires 8-31-98
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Transaction Code NPDES No. Yr/Mo/Day , Inspection Type Inspector Facility Type
N 5 NC0030538 00/04/06 C S 2
Remarks: '.
Inspection Work Days Facility Evaluation Rating BI QA • Reserved
1 3 N N 1
'Section IS: TaCilitylllata:-I.1,' . I: . .
Name and Location of Facility Inspected:
Fairview Elementary WWTP
on US Hwy. 601
Union County
Entry Time: 11:00 a.m.
Permit Effective Date:
96/12/01
Exit Time/Date: 11:15 a.m.
Permit Expiration Date:
01/10/31
Name(s) of On -Site Representative(s)/Title(s)/Phone No(s)/Fax No(s):
Mr. Jimmy Lowery/ ORC/ 704-283-1591 /
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Name and Address of Responsible Official:
. Mr. Ed Sweeney
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 600
Monroe, NC 28112
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Title: Maintenance Director
Phone No: [phone]
Contacted? No _
Section C Areas EvaluatedDuringInspectiofl (Check onlythose areas evaluated)
.,n Permit n Flow Measurement 0 Operations & Maintenance 0 Sewer Overflow i
n Records/Reports n Self -Monitoring Program n Sludge Handling/Disposal 0 Pollution Prevention
n Facility Site Review 0 Compliance Schedules 0 Pretreatment 0 Multimedia 4
n Effluent/Receiving Waters 0 Laboratory 0 Storm Water 0 Other:
SeetionTh'Summadffindingslcamments
-.. See Attached Sheet(s) for Summary. ,
Name,(s) and Signature(s) o Inspectors:
(1) j - L., 1
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Roberto L. Scheller
Agency/Office/Telephone No:
NCDWQ/MOORESVILLE/[phone]
Date: 1
04/19/00
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Date:
Signature of Management QA Reviewer:
Agency/Office/Phone & Fax No:
Date:
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This facility was last inspected by Mr. Wes Bell of this Office on November 12, 1998.
PERMIT:
The current .permit (Permit No. NC0030538) became effective on December 1, 1996 and
expires on October 31, 2001.
FACILITY SITE REVIEW/OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE:
1. The subject facility is a 0.004 MGD wastewater treatment system consisting of.a septic tank
with dosing tank, recirculating sand filter, recirculating pumps, and UV disinfection.
2. The subject facilityappeared to be well maintained and in good operational condition.
3. The filter beds were free of vegetation and appeared to be operating properly.
RECORDS AND REPORTS:
1. Permanent records and reports are maintained .at the Union County Maintenance Center's
office.
2. The daily logs and records were reviewed for the subject facility. The operator maintains an
operator's log to record daily monitoring requirements and daily visits to the treatment facility. The
operator initials the log after each visit as required.
3. Discharge monitoring reports (DMRs), laboratory analyses forms, chain -of -custody (COC)
forms, and sludge hauling records were also reviewed. and appeared to be -kept according to
regulatory requirements.
SELF -MONITORING PROGRAMS:
1. Self -monitoring reports were reviewed for the period February 1999 through January 2000,
inclusive.
2.. The subject facility reported the following effluent limits violations:
DAILY MAXIMUM LIMIT VIOLATIONS FOR FECAL COLIFORM
(Limit = 400.0./100 ml)
Date Value Reported
12/01/99 600

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DAILY MAXIMUM LIMIT VIOLATION FOR BOD
(Limit = 45.0 mg/1)
Date Value Reported (mg/1)
05/13/99 * 65.0
05/27/99 * 63.2
MONTHLY AVERAGE LIMIT VIOLATIONS FOR BOD
(Limit = 30.0 mg/1)
Date Value Reported (mg/1)
03/99 * 39.1
05/99 * 64.1
NONREPORTING.OF DATA FOR UPSTREAM TEMPERATURE
(Monitoring Requirement = Weekly)
Date Number of Values Not Reported
03/12/99 1
03/26/99 1
NONREPORTING OF DATA FOR DOWNSTREAM TEMPERATURE
(Monitoring Requirement = Weekly)
Date Number of Values Not Reported
03/12/99 1
03/26/99 1
NONREPORTING OF DATA FOR UPSTREAM DISSOLVED OXYGEN
(Monitoring Requirement = Weekly)
Date Number of Values Not Reported
03/12/99 1
03/26/99 1
NONREPORTING OF DATA FOR DOWNSTREAM DISSOLVED OXYGEN
(Monitoring Requirements = Weekly)
Date Number of Values Not Reported
03/12/99 1
03/26/99 1
* denotes that the violations were part of enforcement case number LV 99-330. A civil penalty of
$1,575.50 was assessed against the permittee. The civil penalty was paid on December 15, 1999.
* denotes that a notice of violation was issued for the subject violation.

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LABORATORY:
1. The laboratory utilized by the subject facility is K&W Laboratories, Inc. (Certification #559)
in Charlotte, North Carolina.
2. A review of chain -of -custody forms indicate that samples are being shipped on ice and are
meeting required holding times.
3. The laboratory was not evaluated during, this inspection.
FLOW -MEASUREMENT:
The .ORC indicated that the flow is based on water meter readings. This method of flow
measurement is considered acceptable.
EFFLUENT/RECEIVING STREAM:
1. The treatment system was not discharging at the time of the inspection.
2. The receiving stream was not evaluated during the inspection.
-SLUDGE DISPOSAL:
Septage is removed annually by Liquid Waste Management of Charlotte, .North Carolina and
is disposed/treated at the. Cabarrus County Rocky River WWTP..

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
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Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
March 22, 2000
Kelly Whitaker, E. I.
Davis Martin Powell and Associates, Inc.
218 Gatewood Avenue, Suite 102
High Point, North Carolina 27262
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND- NAT F AL E78rIUL CES
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MAR 24 2000
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Subject: Flow Reduction Request
Fairview Elementary School
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County, NC
Dear Ms. Whitaker:
The Division has received your flow reduction request dated March 17, 2000. The Division is
unable to process the flow reduction request at this time and is returning your request. The request should.
follow the methodology as given in 15A NCAC 2H .0219(1)(3) which requires that flow data be obtained
and the average of the top 10% of peak values in the peak sewerage month be used to justify a reduction in
design flow.
It is suggested that wastewater flow rates be used if possible in place of water use records
particularly if potable water is also used for irrigation purposes. If daily flows values are not available
from this specific site, similar facilities may used to justify a flow reduction. Union County Board of
Education may have flow records from wastewater treatment plants serving other schools in their
respective district.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, plee contact me at [phone]
extension 540.
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James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
JAN 3 - 2000
Dr. Cliff Dodson
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject :
Dear Dr. Dodson:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Payment Acknowledgment r."•r
Civil Penalty Assessment
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538'
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Union .County
Case Number LV,99-330
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This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check No. 674764 in the amount of $1,575.50
received from you on December 15, 1999.
This payment satisfies in full the civil assessment levied against the Union County Board of
Education and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action
by this Division for additional violations of the NPDES Permit.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Bob Sledge at [phone],
extension 547.
Sincerely,
Shannon Langley, Supervisor
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
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RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Dr. Cliff Dodson
UNION CO SCH-FAIRVIEW ELEM
201 VENUS STREET
MONROE. NC 28112
Dear Dr. Dodson:
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Subject: Remission Request of
Civil Penalty Assessment
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538
UNION CO SCH-FAIRVIEW ELEM
UNION County
Case Number LV 99-330
I considered the information submitted in support of your request for remission in
accordance with G.S. 143-215.6A(f) and have not found grounds to modify the assessment of
$1,575.50.
Should you choose to pay the full penalties, payment should be tendered to me at the
letterhead address within 30 days of the receipt of this letter. Please make checks payable to the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
You also have the option of presenting your request to the Committee on Civil Penalty
Remissions, which is comprised of members of the Environmental Management Commission.
The committee may consider such requests and render final and binding decisions in these
matters. You may argue your request before the committee and Division staff will argue against
any reduction of the assessment.
Should you choose to present your request to the committee please notify me at the
letterhead address within 30 days of the receipt of this letter. Your request will be scheduled to
be heard on the agenda of the next scheduled committee meeting and you will be notified of the
date and time. If a response is not received by the Division regarding this notice, your request
will be scheduled on the agenda for an upcoming committee meeting.
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Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens
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MEMORANDUM TO: D. Rex Gleason
FROM: G. T. Chen
SUBJECT:
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
October 1'1, 1999
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Review Comments on Request for
Remission of Civil Penalty
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Permit No. NC0030538
File No. LV 99-330
Union County, NC
I have reviewed the letter dated September 16, 1999, from Mr.
Edward J. Sweeney,Jr., Director of Maintenance, Union County Public
Schools, requesting remission of a civil penalty assessed uliNarr
Fairview Elementary School for 4 violations of G.S. 143-
215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0030538)/occurred during the
month of May 1999.
In the letter, Mr. Sweeney requests that"civil penalty, in the
amount of $1,575.50 ($1,500.00 civil penalty + $75.50 enforcement
costs), be remitted because Union County Public Schools "has no way
of determining the source of the problem."
It is my opinion that the Union County Schools should have
sought professional help -long time ago to determine _thesourceof
problems to resolve the subject school's noncompliance status. The
request for remission should be denied and the civil penalty should
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Department of Environment
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Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Mr. Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Director of Maintenance
Union County Public Schools
Maintenance Department
201 Venus Street
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject :
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
September 25, 1999
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Request for Remission of Civil Penalty
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Case Number LV 99-330
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538
Union County
The Division of Water Quality has received your request for remission of the civil penalty,
with accompanying support information. Your request will be placed on the agenda of the
Director's next scheduled enforcement conference, and you will be notified of the results.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Bob Sledge at 919/733-5083,
extension 547.
Sincerely,
,Shannon Langley, Supervisor
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
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Union County Public Schools
Maintenance Department
201 Venus Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Phone: [phone]
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September 16, 1999
Mr. D. Rex Gleason
Waste Water Regional Supervisor
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 281.15
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Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah Jimmy Lowery
Operations Supervisor Technical Supervisor
Don Ogram Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor Technical Supervisor
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION& CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
NPDES PERMIT NO. NC0030538
CASE NO. LV 99-330
UNION COUNTY
Dear Mr. Gleason:
On behalf of the Union County Public Schools system, I am requesting
that the -Civil Penalty Assessment of'$1,575.50: -on August 20, 1999, for
violations of the . permitted monthly average and daily maximum
discharge limitations during May 1999 at the subject school be remitted
per the attached waiver (Attachment 1) .
This remission request is based on the fact that Union County Public
Schools has no way of determining the source of the problem. Without
identifying the problem one cannot resolve it. Our first, test this school
year resulted in a BOD of -11.1. A figure well below our 30.0 limit.
Additionally, as an added precaution we have installed an aeration pump
in the tank.
Our staff and the School Board do not wish to circumvent any laws or
re-gulatlons pertaining to environmental water -quality protection in North
Carolina. However, we do feel that we have cooperated with water quality
officials and have demonstrated that we react responsibly to correct
problems that occur at our facilities. We have and will continue to
dedicate whatever personnel and financial resources are available to
evaluate and upgrade our treatment systems.
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SEP 2 1 1999
WATER QUALITY

Mr. D. Rex Gleason
Page 2
September 16, 1999
Once again we want to assure you that these violations were not
intentional nor willful- and did not result -in -cost savings to the C,t-nty.
Therefore your considerations for remitting this civil penalty are greatly
appreciated.
If you have any questions or need additional information, . please call me.
Edwardweeney, Jr.
Direct of Maintenance
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Don Ogram

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF UNION
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
P-ER IT -NO. NC-0030538
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION -OF-FACTS
FILE NO. LV 99-330
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,575.50 for violations as set forth in the
assessment document of the Water Quality Regional Supervisor dated August 20, 1999, the
,undersigned,desiring to -seek -remission -of-the -civil-penalties, -does -hereby-waive the -right
to an administrative hearing in the above stated matter and does stipulate that the facts
are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all
evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the
Director of the Division of Water Quality within 30 days of receipt of the notice of
assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after 30
-days -from-the receipt-of-.t-he notice -of assessment.
This the 16th day of September 1999
ADDRESS
Union County Public Schools
Maintenance Department
201 Venus Street
Monroe, NC 28112
TELEPHONE
704-296-3165

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MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION. OF WATER QUALITY
August 20, 1999
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Dr. Cliff Dodson, Superintendent
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
SUBJECT:
Dear Dr. Dodson:
Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty for Violations of N.C. General Statute
143-215.1(a)(6).and
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Case No. LV 99-330
Union County
This letter transmits'a Notice of Violation and assessment of a civil. penalty
p ty in
the amount of $1,575.50 ($1,500.00 civil penalty + $75.50 enforcement costs) against
the Union County Board of Education (permittee), hereafter referred as the`Union
County Public Schools.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: A review has been
conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Union County
Public Schools for Fairview Elementary'School for the month of May 1999. This
review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the permitted monthly
average and daily maximum discharge limitations. The violations which occurred in
May 1999 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Union County
Public Schools violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit
NC0030538 and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner
and extent shown in Attachment A. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty
of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) per violation, per day may be
assessed against a person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a
permit required by N.C.G.S. 143-215.1(a).
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Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in
accordance with the authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality,
I, D. Rex Gleason, Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Mooresville Region,
hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Union County Public
Schools:
$ /voo.. cat
For / of the one-(1) violation of
G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit
No. NC0030538 by discharging waste
into the waters of the State in violation of
the permit monthly average effluent limit
for Biochemical Oxygen Demand
For Z of the two (2) violations of
G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit
No. NC0030538 by discharging waste
into the waters of the State in violation of
the permit daily maximum effluent limit
for Biochemical Oxygen Demand
$ S TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY, which is
S percent of the maximum
penalty authorized by G.S. 143- 215.6A.
$ 75.50 Enforcement: costs.
$ / 7S . - TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant .to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I
have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors
set forth at G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the .State, to
the public health, or to private property resulting from the violations;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violations;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or _quality or on .air
quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
(5) The amount of money saved by. noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violations were committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with
programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has
regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.

Within thirty;days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment -of the penalty:
Payment shouldbe made directly to the order of the Department of
' Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of
the penalty will notforeclose further enforcementaction forany continuing or
new violation(s).
Please:submit. payment to the attention of:
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
Submit a= writtenrequest_ for remission or mitigation including a detailed
justification for such request:
Arequest:for remission or mitigation is limited to consideration of the
reasonableness of the amount of the penalty and is not the proper procedure for
contesting the accuracy of any of the statements contained in the assessment
letter. Because a remissionrequest forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by:a waiver of your right to an
administrative hearing and a stipulation that there are no factual or legal issues
in dispute. You must execute and return to this office *attached waiver and
stipulation form and a detailed statement which you believe establishes
whether:
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in G.S. 143B-
282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment,of the petitioner;
(b) the violator promptly abatedcontinuing environmental damage
resulting from .the violations;
(c) the violations were inadvertent or -a result of an. accident;
(d) the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous.
violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining
necessary remedial actions.
Please submit this information to the attention of:
Ms. Coleen Sullins
Water Quality Section Chief
Division of Water Quality
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535

Please note that all information presented in support of a request for remission
must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of Water Quality
will review the information during a bimonthly enforcement conference and
inform you of his decision in the matter of the remission request. His response
will provide details regarding case status, directions for payment and provision
for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management
-Commission's -Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions. Please be advised that
the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original
remission request 'considered by- the Director and therefore, it is very' important
that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your ram} lost
for remission
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3. Submit a writtenrequest for an administrative hearing:
If you wish to .contest any statement in this assessment letter, you must request
.an administrative hearing. This request must be in the form of a written
petition to the Office .of Administrative Hearings and must conform toChapter
Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes. You must:
File your original petition with the
Office of Administrative Hearings
P.O. Drawer 27447
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7447
and
Mail or -hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
Mr. Dan 'McLawhorn; ; General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
P.O. Box "27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty days, as evidenced by
a date stamp (not a postmark) indicating when we received your response, will result
in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office with.a request to initiate
a civil action to collect the penalty.
Please be advised that any continuing violation(s) may be the subject of a new
enforcement action, including an additional penalty.. If you have any questions about
this civil penalty assessment,please contact the Water Quality Section staff ofthe
Mooresville Regional Office at 704/663-1699.

(Date)
ATTACHIMIENTS
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D. Rex Gleason; PE
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
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Attachment A
Union County. Fairview Elementary School .WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Case Number LV 99-330
Limit Violations, May 1999
Monthly Average Limit Violations
Parameter Reported Value T,imit Units
BOD 64.1 * 30.0 mg/1
Daily Maximum Limit Violations
Parameter .Reported Value J,imit Units
BOD 65.0* 45.0 mg/1
63.2* 45.0
BOD = Biochemical Oxygen Demand
* Denotes Assessment of civil penalties.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF UNION
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
UNION COUNTY BOARD
OF EDUCATION
PERMIT NO. NC0030538
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV 99-330
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling for
violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Director of the Division of Water
Quality dated , the undersigned, desiring to seek remission
of the civil penalties, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the .above -stated
matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The
undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penaltymust be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Quality within 30 days of
receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be
allowed after 30 days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
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During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Pennittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the pennittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations Monitoring Requirements
Measurement Sample *Sample
Monthly Avg, Weekly Avg, Daily Max frequencv Type Location
Flow 0.004 MGD Weekly Instantaneous 1 or E
BOD, 5 day, 20°C opro Moron 2/Month Grab E
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg' I 45.0 ing/I 2/Month Grab E
NH3 as N 2/Month Grab E
Dissolved Oxygen** Weekly Grab. E, U, D
Fecal Conform (geometric mean) 200.0 /100 ml 400.0 /100 ml 2/Month Grab E,U,D
Total Residual Chlorine Weekly. Grab E
Temperature Weekly Grab E,U,D
Conductivity Weekly Grab U, D
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There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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Case Number
Facility Name
Permit Number
Response Received
Facts
Assessment Factor
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LV 99 330
UNION CO SCH-FAIRVIEW ELEM
nc0030538
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Grand Total Penalty
Percent of the Maximum Penalty
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$1500.00
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REVIEW MONTH = MAY 1999. G. T. CHEN/MRO

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Department of Environment
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James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor };,, z; EL -Ma an
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Fax
To: Mr. Brandon Pridemore
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
From: Shannon Mohr Thornburg
Fax [phone] Pages: Two Pages Total
Phone: Date: 08/12/99
Re: W00016728 Add. Info. Repsonse CC: [Mr: G.T: Chen, MRO
0 Urgent 0 For Review
0 Please Comment X Please Reply 0 Please Recycle
• Comments:
Brandon:
I have completed my final review of the additional information you submitted for the above
referenced project. Before I can approve this project, there are four issues that remain to be resolved:
Wastewater Flows: The permitted flows for this project will be 84,960 gallons per day (i.e., 212
lots in Phase 1 and 24 "conceptual" lots along Sanitary Sewer Line #6 between Manhole #35
and the pump station. The wastewater flow from the remaining 147 "conceptual" lots (i.e., 171-
24 future lots) will be allocated when the sanitary sewer is extended in these areas of future
development. With your concurrence, I will amend your application form.
(2.) Power Reliability: It was indicated to me that the portable generator at the pump station would
be more or less a permanent installation and would be provided with an automatic transfer
switch. Details LS-5 and LS-6 on Sheet 48 of 50 of the revised drawings still provide for the
installation of a manual transfer switch. Please revise these details accordingly.
General Notes: The cover letter provided with the additional information response package
stated that a general note regarding ductile iron usage in instances where minimum
separations between utilities could not be maintained was provided on every profile sheet. I
could not find this note on any of the profile sheets.
(3•)
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Telephone [phone] ext. 353; FAX [phone]; E-mail: shannon [e-mail]

August 12, 1999
(4.) Utility Crossings: After reviewing the composite utility plan provided on Sheets 42A, 42B, and
42C of 50, I discovered that there were several utility crossings shown in the plan view which
were not depicted in the profile view. These following crossings must be shown on the profile
drawings before I can approve this project:
• Sheet 42A of 50: Water line crossing the force main near the intersection of Bradstreet
Commons Way and Donet Terrace Drive.
• Sheet 42B of 50: Water line crossing Sanitary Sewer Line #10 between Manhole #2 and
Manhole #26. Water line crossing Sanitary Sewer Line #1 between Manhole #2 and
Manhole #3.
• Sheet 42C of 50 Storm sewer crossing Sanitary Sewer Line #8 between Manhole #51
and Manhole #50. Water line crossing the force main near the air release valve.
Pending resolution of these items as well as receipt of revised plan and profile drawings for the sewer
along Brawley Lane, I believe that my review will be complete and that a permit may be issued. Please
forward two copies of the final set of drawings to my attention. In the meantime, do not hesitate to
contact me, if I may be of further assistance to you in this matter.
Shannon
P.S. I trust that you will forward this information to Mr. Martin Lashua, as he is the applicant for this
permit.
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Mr. D. Rex Gleason
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919 North Main Street
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Edward J. Sweeney. Jr.
Maintenance Director
Steve Kisiah
Operations Supervisor
Don Ogram
Technical Supervisor
Jimmy Lowery
Technical Supervisor
Neal Tucker
Technical Supervisor
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION 86 CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
NPDES PERMIT NO. NC0030538
CASE NO. LV 99-330
UNION COUNTY
Dear Mr. Gleason:
On behalf of the Union County Public Schools system, I am requesting
that the -Civil Penalty Assessment of $1,575.50 -on August 20, 1999, for
violations of the permitted monthly average and daily maximum
discharge limitations during May 1999 at the subject school be remitted
per the attached waiver (Attachment 1).
This remission request is based on the fact that Union County Public
Schools has no way of determining the source of the problem. Without
identifying the problem one cannot resolve it. Our first test this school
year resulted in a BOD of -11.1. A figur-e well Below -our 30;0 limit.
Additionally, as an added precaution we have installed an aeration pump
in the tank.
Our staff and the School Board do not wish to circumvent any laws or
regulations pertaining to environmental water -quality pr-ote-ction in North
Carolina. However, we do feel that we have cooperated with water quality
officials and have demonstrated that we react responsibly to correct
problems that occur at our facilities. We have and will continue to
.de-dicate whatever personnel and financial r--e-sournes -are -available to
evaluate and upgrade our treatment systems.

Mr. D. Rex Gleason
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September 16, 1999
Once again we want to assure you that these violations were not
intentional nor Wilful - and -did not r-esult -in -c-ost savings o The County.
Therefore your considerations for remitting this civil penalty are greatly
appreciated.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please call me.
Sincerel
Edward weeney, Jr.
Direct of Maintenance
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Don Ogram

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To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles II; Weaver, Jr.
Date; March 30, 1999
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0030538
MRO No. 99-060
PART 1 - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address:. Fairview Elementary School
Union County School System
500 North Main Street, Suite 600
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
2. Date of Investigation: 03-30-99
3'. Report Prepared By: G. T. Chen
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Jimmy Lowery, ORC,
[phone]
5. Directions to Site: From the intersection of US Highway 601
and NC Highway 218 in northern Union County, travel north on
US Highway 601 approximately 0.15 mile. The school -is located
on the right (east) side of the road.
6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 09' 14" Longitude: 80° 32' 08"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment' facility
site and discharge point on map..
USGS Quad No.: G 16 NE USGS Quad Name: Midland, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes..

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8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Relatively
flat, the facility is not located within the 100 year flood
plain.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: None within 500 feet.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Goose Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin -Pee Dee & 03-07-12
c.. Describe receivingstream features and pertinent
downstream uses: A medium size creek with rocky bottom.
General "C" classification uses -downstream.
PART .II.- DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.004 MGD (Ultimate
Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater
treatment facility? 0.004 MGD
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(current design capacity)? 0.004 MGD
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two
years: None
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: The existing
facility consists of a septic tank, dosing tank,
recirculating sand filter, chlorine contact chamber with.
liquid chlorination, recirculation pumps, and effluent
pump station.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater
treatment facilities: None
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Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: N/A
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
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2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify
DWQ Permit No.: N/A
Residuals'Contractor: N/A
Telephone No.: N/A
b. Residuals Stabilization: PSRP: N/A
RFRP: N/A
Other: N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (specify): Waste sludge
is removed and transported by Liquid Waste Management of
Charlotte to CMUD's McAlpine Creek- WWTP in Mecklenburg
County for final disposal.
3. Treatment plant 'classification (attach completed rating
sheet): Class I (no change;of rating)
4. SIC Code(s) : 8211
Wastewater Code (s) :
Primary: 03 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 45007
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant
Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)?
N/A
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity)
requests: N/A
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (please
indicate) •.N/A
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated
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all of the non -discharge options available. Please provide
regional perspective for each option evaluated.
Spray Irrigation: N/A
Connection to Regional Sewer System: None available currently
Subsurface: N/A
Other Disposal Options: Not evaluated
5. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous materials
utilized at this facility that may impact water quality, air
quality or groundwater? There are no known air quality,
groundwater, orhazardous materials concerns.
6. Other Special Items: None
PART IV - EVALUATION AND. RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the permit be renewed as requested.
Signature of Report Preparer
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Date
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Subject: NC0030538 - permit renewal
Date: Mon, 15 Mar 1999 15:11:27 -0500
From: Charles Weaver <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]
(This message is for Edward J. Sweeney, Jr.)
Mr. Sweeney, the NPDES Unit received the permit renewal application for
the Fairview Elementary School WWTP (permit NC0030538) on March 15,
1999. Thanks for submitting this package in a timely fashion.
I'm sad to inform you that we have lost several staff members in the
past few months - the NPDES Unit now has five vacant positions (out of a
total of 13). This staff shortage is causing delays in our processing
of permit renewals. Our remaining staff are currently reviewing
Authorizations to Construct, speculative limit requests, major permit
modifications and 201 plan reviews ahead of permit renewals. This is
necessary due to a variety of factors, including mandatory deadlines in
the statutes which govern our program.
If this staff shortage delays reissuance of NC0030538, the existing
requirements in that permit will remain in effect until the permit is
renewed (or other action is taken by the Division). We appreciate your
patience and understanding as our remaining staff performs what tasks it
can.
If you have any questions about your permit (or the permit renewal
process in general), simply reply to this e-mail.
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
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To be filed only by dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
P. O. Box 29535, Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
North Carolina NPDES Permit Number
(if known)
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Facility Name
Owner Name
Street Address
City
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To be filed only by dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
Type of Facility Generating Wastewater
Industrial Number. of Employees
Commercial Number of Employees
Residential Number of Homes
School Number of Students/Staff
Other .
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):
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6. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
7. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) ofwastewater for each outfall:
8. Name of receiving water(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
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that to the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and
accurate.
EDWARD: J . SWEENEY, JR.
Printed Name of Person Signing
DIRECTOR OF MAINTE
Title
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Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: .Any, person who knowingly makes any
false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other
document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained
under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that
Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by imprisonment
not to exceed six months; or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more
than $10;000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both for a similar. offense.)
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April 29, 2005
Mr. Edward Moser
Union County Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, N.C. 28112
Mr. Richard M. Bridgeman
Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Central Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, N.C. 28115
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Subject: Old Fairview"WWTP
NPDES Permit NC0030538
Dear Mr. Bridgeman,
We respectfully request that this permit be rescinded. All waste water flow is now
being sent to an existing conventional system, and the sand filter system will not be in
use.
The Union County Environmental Health Department has inspected and approved
the use of this existing system. All new piping has been installed to re-route the waste
water flow from the old sand filter system. Clean -out points, new risers and a filter have
been added to upgrade the existing system to meet current siandards.A copy of their
waiver for this system is attached.
We greatly appreciate your cooperation and assistance in resolving this issue.
Sincerely
Edward Moser
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RETURN RECEIPT REOUESTED
Mr. Ed Sweeney
Union County Public Schools
201 Venus Street
Monroe, NC 28812
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
April 25, 2005
7003 2260 0001 3551 8654
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Old Fairview School WWTP
NPDES Permit NC0030538
NOV-2005-PC-0066
Union County, North Carolina
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection
conducted at the subject facility on April 14, 2005, by Ms. Donna Hood of the Office. Please inform
the facility's Operator -in -Responsible Charge of our findings by forwarding a copy of the enclosed
report.
This report is being issued as a Notice of Violation (NOV) because of the violations of the subject
NPDES permit and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 as detailed in the Record
Keeping, Disinfection, and Effluent Sampling Sections of the attached report. Pursuant to G.S. 143-
215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty five -thousand dollars (25,000.00) per violation per
day may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms,
conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this Office by May 25, 2005, addressing
the deficiencies noted in the Record Keeping, Disinfection, and Effluent Sampling sections of the
report. In responding, please address your comments to the attention of Mr. Richard Bridgeman.
PMENR
N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville NC 28115 [phone] Customer Service
1-877-623-6748

Mr. Ed Sweeney
Page Two
This report should be self-explanatory; however, should you have any questions concerning the
report, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Hood or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
-\k\
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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DH

United States Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8 31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/molday Inspection
1 IJ 2 15 I 3 I NC0030538 111 121 05/04/14 117
Type Inspector Fac Type
18 U 19 U 20 u
Remarks
211IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII66
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA
67 I 169 70 I l l 71 LI 72 LI
Reserved
731 1 174 751 1 1 1 1 1 1 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Farview Elementary School
7516 Concord Hwy
Monroe NC 28110
Entry Time/Date
09:30 AM 05/04/14
Permit Effective Date
04/02/01
Exit Time/Date
09:55 AM 05/04/14
Permit Expiration Date
08/10/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)TTitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
///
Ann M Skeens/ORC/704-296-3160/
Edward Thomas Moser/ORC/704-296-3160/
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Edward Thomas Moser,719 Trinity Church Rd Monroe NC Contacted
281128251/ORC/704-296-3160/ Yes
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports • Self -Monitoring Program
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters • Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Donna .•od MRO WQ/// ///J
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Richard M Bridgeman 704-663-1699 Ext.264/
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.

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NPDES
NC0030538
111 121
yr/mo/day Inspection Type
O5/04/14 117 18 L j
(cont.) 1
Section D: Summaryof Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
SECTION D: SUMMARY OF FINDING/COMMENTS
Additional Observations:
Old Fairview School has no occupants on a regular basis. Union County School operates the `Positive Impact'
program in this school. Mr. Moser, ORC, indicated this program usually has less than five students and no
regular attendants. Union County is considering a warehouse option for the school but no permanent plans have
been made. Minimal flow is sent to the system. The church next door never tied on to this system as proposed.
Water in the septic and dosing tanks was clear with no evidence of waste readily seen. However, all flow
through the system must be monitored. Union County Schools must begin to monitor this system, as the permit
requires. All equipment should be repaired to be operational and provide for adequate treatment of the
wastewater.
Mr. Moser is currently investigating an option to convert the school's current treatment facility to a
low-pressure system that would not require a discharge to the waters of the State.

Comment: One tube contained a dechiorination tablet. The general maintenance of the unit appeared to be minimal.
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Are tablet chlorinators operational?
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s staff trained in emergency procedures?
s staff trained in operating SCBA equipment?
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s ventilation equipment properly located?
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Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
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Is septic tank pumped on a schedule?
Is the distribution box level and watertight?
Are pumps or syphons operating properly?
Are high and low water alarms operating properly?
Comment: The septic tank water was clear.
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(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational? 0 ❑ • 0
Is the distribution box level and watertight? 0 0 ■ 0—
Is sand filter free of ponding? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio'? ❑ ❑ ❑ ■
Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation? •■ 0 0 0
Comment The sand fflter was well maintained No vegetation was present. -
1 abnratory
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
Yee Nn NA NF
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Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
Comment: No lab monitoring has been done.
ReGorri Ke in
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
Are sampling and analysis data adequate and include: ❑ ■ ❑ ❑
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Name of person performing analyses ❑
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Plant records are adequate, available and include 11000
O&M Manual 0
As built Engineering drawings 0
Schedules and dates of equipment maintenance and_repairs ❑
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters? 0 ■ 0 0
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
(If the facility is = or> 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?: 0 ❑ ■ ❑
Is the ORC visitation log available and current? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the backup operator certified at one grade Tess or greater than the facility classification? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? ■ 000

Record Keening
Is the facility description verified as contained in the NPDES permit?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for example: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, DO, Sludge
Judge, pH, and others that are applicable?
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
Comment: DMRs containing February 2004 through February 2005, inclusive, were reviewed. February 2005 and
December 2004 were both submitted without the ORC's signature. No ORC visitation has been documented on the
DMRs since June 2004. ORC visitation was documented in the ORC log, just not transcribed onto the DMR. Please
sign and document all ORC visitation on the DMRs. No flow was recorded during the review period, however flow was
observed at the outfall during the inspection. All flow must be monitored as the permit requires.
Fffluent Semolina
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
. Is propervolume collected? ,
Is the tubing clean?;
Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at 1.0 to 4.4 degrees Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling.perforried as required by the permit (frequency,•sampling type representative)?
Comment: No sampling has been performed this year.
Fit tent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are receiving water free of solids and floatable wastewater materials?
Are the receiving waters free of solids / debris?
Are the receiving waters free of foam other than a trace?
Are the receiving waters free of sludge worms?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment:
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Authorization to Construct
Fairview Elementary School
September 15, 1995
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Engineer's CertificAtiou
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project,' a 1 : I �► {;I • o ri likir » . 7` , F r?-V t EI-L t N. C . for the
Project Name Location
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of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and
intent of the ap ved plans and spccificatio.
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to increase disinfection detention time.
3. A tube -type dechlorination system was added in anticipation of future requirements
of TRC limitations.
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Dr. Cliff Dodson
Union Co BOE-Fairview Elementary
500 N. Main St., Suite 700
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject :
July 6, 1999
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL: RESOURCES
JUL 162, i` 9r)'
Payment Acknowledgment
Civil Penalty Assessment
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538
Union Co Board of Education -Fairview Elementary
Union County
Case Number LV 99-058
Dear Dr. Dodson:
This letter is to acknowledge receipt of check No. 669446 in the amount of $1,574.40
received from you on June 25, 1999.
This payment satisfies in full the civil assessment levied against Union Co BOE-Fairview
Elementary and this case has been closed. Payment of this penalty in no way precludes future action
by this Division for additional violations of the NPDES Permit.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Bob Sledge at [phone],
extension 547.
Sincerely,
Bob Sledge
Environmental Specialist
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
June 21, 1999
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Z 587 834.277
Cliff Dodson, Superintendent
Union County Board of Education
500 N. Main St., Suite 700
Monroe, NC 28112
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
JUN 24 1999
LlBJrg'l 174,
Subject: Request for Remission of Civil Penalty
Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A(f)
Union County Board of Education - Fairview Elementary
File Number LV 99-058
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538
Union County
Dear Dr. Dodson:
Your request for remission has been placed on the agenda for the July 8, 1999 meeting of the
Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions. The
Committee will convene immediately following the closing of the regularly scheduled business
meeting of the Environmental Management Commission in the Ground Floor Hearing Room of
the Archdale Building, located at 512 North Salisbury Street in Raleigh, North Carolina (see
enclosed map). You should arrive no later than 12:30 p.m.
The factors to be considered by the Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions are whether:
1. One or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongly
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
2. The violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the
violation;
3. The violation was inadvertent or the result of an accident;
4. The violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; and
5. Payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial
actions.
The Committee on CivilPenalty Remissions may remit none of the penalty, a part of the penalty,
or the entire penalty. The entire amount of the penalty can only be remitted when the
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civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions.
You or your representative should be available to make your presentation to the Committee on
Civil Penalty Remissions at the above mentioned time and location. You are allowed
approximately fifteen minutes for your presentation. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly
appreciated. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call Bob Sledge of our
Water Quality Compliance/Enforcement Unit at 919/733-5083, extension 547.
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
JUN - 3 1999
Z 451 962 635
• CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Dr. Cliff Dodson
Union Conty Board of Education
500 N. Main St., Suite 700
Monroe, NC 28112
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
JUK
Subject: Remission Request of Civil Penalty Assessment
Union Conty Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Case Number LV 99-058
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538
Union County
Dear Dr. Dodson:
I have considered the information submitted in support of your request for
remission in. accordance with G.S. 143-215.6A(f) and have not found grounds
to modify the civil penalty assessment of $1,574.40.
Should you choose to pay the assessed penalty, payment should be tendered to
me at the letterhead address within thirty (30) days of the receipt of this letter.
Please make checks payable to the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources.
You also have the option of presenting your request to the Committee on Civil
Penalty Remissions, which is comprised of members of the Environmental
Management Commission. The Committee may consider such requests and
render final and binding decisions in these matters. You may argue your
request before the Committee, and the Division Staff will argue against any
reduction of the assessment.
Should you choose to present your request to the Committee, please notify me
at the letterhead address within thirty (30) days of the receipt of this letter.
Your request will be scheduled to be heard on the agenda of the next
scheduled Committee meeting, and you will be notified of the date and time.
If the Division does not receive a response regarding this notice, Division staff
will automatically place your case on the agenda for an upcoming Committee
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extension 547. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Sincerely,
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MEMORANDUM TO: D. Rex Gleason
FROM: G. T. Chen & TC
SUBJECT:
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
March 29, 1999
Review Comments on Request for
Remission of Civil Penalty
Union County Board of Education
Fairview Elementary School
Permit No. NC0030538
File No. LV 99-058
Union County, NC
I have reviewed the letter dated March 16, 1999, from Dr.
Cliff. B. Dodson, Superintendent, Union County Public Schools,
requesting 'remission of a civil penalty assessed Fairview
Elementary School for the -.41ations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538urred during the month of November
1998.
In the letter, Dr. Dodson requests thatcivil penalty be
remitted because Union County Public Schools was not aware of
chlorinator problems at the subject facility until results of fecal
coliform tests 1).,eArreceived and reviewed by the Maintenance
Department -ef b-l- c--Sc :oo1s . Subsequently, the
faulty chlorinator was repiped to avoid similar violations.
Review of monthly monitoring data indicated that the subject
facility had violations for fecal coliform (one daily maximum limit
violation, greater than 3,000/100 ml) and BOD (one monthly average
limit violation) in January 1999.
It is my opinion that the statute and permit violations by
Fairview Elementary School were largely due to poor maintenance
work. Therefore, the request for remission should be denied and the
civil penalty should be paid.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please
advise.
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COMPLIANCE EVALUATION ANALYSIS REPORT
03/29/1999
PAGE 1
PERMIT--NC0030538 PIPE--001 REPORT PERIOD: 9802-9901 LOC---E
FACILITY --UNION CO SCH-FAIRVIEW ELEM DESIGN FLOW-- .0040 CLASS--1
LOCATION--MONROE REGION/COUNTY--03 UNION
MONTH
LIMIT
98/02
50050 00310 00530 00610 31616 50060
Q/MGD BOD RES/TSS NH3+NH4- FEC COLI CHLORINE
F .0040 F 30.00 F 30.0 NOL F 200.0
.0015 28.00 12.0 17.00 130.0
98/03 .0014 2.00 7.0 1.80 14.1
98/04 .0015 4.10 5.0 16.30 14.3
98/05 .0024 7.80 22.3 33.20 71.6
LIMIT F .0040 F 30.00 F 30.0 NOL F 200.0
98/06
9/07
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
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Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject :
Dear Dr. Dodson:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
March 24, 1999
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Request for Remission of Civil Penalty
Union County Public Schools
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Case Number LV:99-058
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538
Union County
The Division of Water. Quality has received your request for remission of the civil penalty,
with accompanying support information. Your request will be placed on the agenda of the
Director's next scheduled enforcement conference, and you will be notified of the results.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Bob Sledge at 919/733-5083,
extension 547.
Sincerely,
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Susan A.Wilson, Supervisor
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
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Cliff Dodson
Superintendent
Carolyn J. Lowder
Chairman
Dennis C. Layton
Vice Chairman
Rainey Ashcraft, Sr.
John H. Crowder
'W. Robert Curry
Trudy B. Eudy
Myra S. Helms
Phil Martin
Melvin L. Outen
O.)
UNION COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
500 North Main Street, Suite 700, Monroe, North Carolina 28112-4786, [phone], [phone], FAX [phone]
March 16, 1999
_Ms. Coleen Sullins
Water Quality Section Chief
Division of Water Quality
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION 86 CIVIL PENALTY
ASSESSMENT
FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
NPDES NO. NC0030538, LV 99-058
Dear Ms. Sullins:
On behalf of the Union County Public Schools system, I am
requesting that the Civil Penalty Assessment of $1,574.40 on
February 12, 1999, for violations of the discharge limitations
and/or monitoring requirements during November 1998 at
the subject school be remitted per the attached . waiver
(Attachment 1) .
This remission request is based on the fact that we were
experiencing chlorinator problems which were not discovered
until the test results at issue were received. The chlorinator
has been repiped. We expect this will permanently preclude
any future fecal violations.
Our staff and the School Board do not wish to circumvent
any laws or regulations pertaining to environmental water
quality protection in North Carolina. However, we do feel
thatwe have cooperated with water quality officials and have
demonstrated that we react responsibly to correct problems
that occur at our wastewater treatment facilities. We have
and will continue to dedicate whatever personnel and
financial resources are available to properly maintain our
systems. i j MI
MAR 1 6 1999 ''
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Ms. Coleen Sullins
Page 2
March 16, 1999
Once again we want to assure you that these violations were
not intentional or willful and did not result in any- cost
savings to the County. Your considerations for remitting this
civil penalty are greatly appreciated.
If you have any questions or need additional information,
please call me or Mr. Ed Sweeney, Maintenance Director.
Sincerely,
Cliff B. Dodson
Superintendent
CBD/jd
Attachment
c Dr. Jerry W. Thomas
Ed Sweeney

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF UNION
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
PERMIT NO. NC 0030538
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV 99-058
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,574.40 for violations as set forth in the
assessment document of the Water Quality Regional Supervisor dated February 12, 1999,
the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalties, does hereby waive the
right to an administrative hearing in the above stated matter and does stipulate that the
facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that
all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to
the Director of the Division of Water Quality within 30 days of receipt of the notice of
assessment No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after 30
days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This is the 16th day of March, 1999
Cliff B. Dodson
Superintendent
ADDRESS
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street
Suite 700
Monroe, NC 28112-4786
TELEPHONE
704-283-3733

DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY - CIVIL PENALTY ASSESSMENT
Violator: FRi, l/jL CLFN- Jc
County: £SNI v iJ Cv
Case Number: L V%7^ `�S?
ASSESSMENT FACTORS:
1) The degree and .extent -of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private
property resulting from the violation;
(not significant ()moderately significant ( )significant
( )very significant '( )extremely significant
2) The duration -;and gravity of the violation;
(ot significant ( )moderately significant ()significant
( )very significant ( )extremely significant
3) The effect op/ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality;
(c)not significant ( )moderately significant ( )significant
( )very significant ( )extremely significant
4) The cost of pctifying the damage;
(not significant ( )moderately significant ( )significant
( ) very significant ( )extremely significant
5) The amount of money saved by nyncompliance;
( )not significant (moderately significant ( )significant
( )very significant ( )extremely significant
6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally;
('ot significant ( )moderately significant ( )significant
( )very significant ( )extremely significant
7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the
Environme I Management Commission has regulatoryauthority; and
not significant ( )moderately significant ( )significant
( )very significant ( )extremely sigriificant
8) The cost to•t a State of the enforcement procedures.
(.ot significant ( )moderately significant ( )significant
( )very significant ( )extremely significant
, / 22 /,77
Date D. Rex Gleasow)E'.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
REMISSION FACTORS:
Whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors were wrongly applied to the detriment of
the petitioner;
Whether the violator promptly abated -continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
Whether the violation was inadvertent •or.a result of an accident;
Whether the violator had been assessedcivil penalties for any previous violations; and
Whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary •remedial
actions.
Date Kerr T. Stevens

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JAMES B.-HUNT JR
':..GOVERNOR
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES V
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
February 12, 1999
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Dr. Cliff Dodson, Superintendent
Union County Public Schools
500 North Main Street
Monroe, North Carolina 28112
Dear Dr. Dodson:
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SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil
Penalty for Violations of N.C. General Statute
143-215.1(a)(6) and
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
Case No. LV 99-058
Union County
This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of a civil penalty in
the amount of $1,574.40 ($1,500.00 civil penalty + $74.40 enforcement costs) against
the Union County Board of Education (permittee), hereafter referred as the Union
County Public Schools.
This assessment is based upon the following facts: A review has been
- conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Union County
Public Schools for Fairview Elementary School for the month of November 1998.
This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the permitted monthly
average and daily maximum discharge limitations. The violations which occurred in
November 1998 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter.
Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Union County
Public Schools violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit
NC0030538 and North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner
and extent shown in Attachment A. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty
of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000.00) per violation, per day may be
assessed against a person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a
permit required by N.C.G.S. 143-215.1(a).
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Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in
accordance with the authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality,
I, D. Rex Gleason, Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Mooresville Region,
hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Union County Public
Schools:
$ /00a, `')
For / of the one (1) violation of
G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit
No. NC0030538 by discharging waste
into the waters of the State in violation of
the permit monthly average effluent limit
for Fecal Coliform .
$ Soo• For ? of the two-(2) violations of
G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit
No. NC0030538 by discharging waste
into the waters of the State in violation of
the permit daily maximum effluent limit
for Fecal Coliform .
$ l :So 0, G TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY, which is
g percent of the maximum
penalty authorized by G.S. 143- 215.6A.
$ 74.40 Enforcement costs.
$ % S 7 4- • TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I
have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors
set forth at G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
(1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to
the public health, or to private property resulting from the violations;
(2) The duration and gravity of the violations;
(3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air
quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage; .
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violations were committed willfully or intentionally;
(7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with
programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has
regulatory authority; and
(8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.

•
Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following:
1. Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of
the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or
new violation(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of: '
Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Division of Water Quality
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-053
2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed
justification for such request:
A request for remission or mitigation is limited to consideration of the
reasonableness of the amount of the penalty and is not the proper procedure for
contesting the accuracy of any of the statements contained in the assessment
letter. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative
hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an
administrative hearing and a stipulation that there are no factual or legal issues
in dispute. You must execute and return to this office the attached waiver and
stipulation form and a detailed statement which you believe establishes
whether:
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in G.S. 143B-
282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage •
resulting from the violations;
(c) the violations were inadvertent or a result of an accident;
(d) the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous
violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining
necessary remedial actions.
Please submit this information to the attention of:
Ms. Coleen Sullins
Water Quality Section Chief
Division of Water Quality
P.O.,Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535

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Please note that all information presented in support of a request for remission
must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of Water Quality
will review the information during a bimonthly enforcement conference and
inform you of his decision in the matter of the remission request. His response
will provide details regarding case status, directions for payment and provision
for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management
Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions. Please be advised that
the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original
remission request considered by the Director and therefore, it is very important
that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request
for remission
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3. Submit a written request for an administrative hearing:
If you wish to contest any statement in this assessment letter, you must request
an administrative hearing. This request must be iri the form of a written
petition to the Office of Administrative Hearings and must conform to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes. You must:
File your original petition with the
Office of Administrative Hearings
P.O. Drawer 27447
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7447
and
Mail or hand -deliver a copy of the petition to
Mr. Dan McLawhorn, General Counsel
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty days, as evidenced by
a date stamp (not a postmark) indicating when we received your response, will result
in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office witha request to initiate
a civil action to collect the penalty.
Please be advised that any continuing violation(s) may be the subject of a new
enforcement action, including an additional penalty. If you have any questions about
this civil penalty assessment, please contact the Water Quality Section staff of the
Mooresville Regional Office at 704/663-1699.

(Date)
ATTACHMENTS
D. Rex Gleason
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Quality
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Compliance/Enforcement File w/ attachments
Central Files w/ attachments
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• Attachment A
Union County Fairview Elementary School WWTP
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Case Number LV 99-058
Limit Violations, November 1998
Monthly Average Limit Violations
Parameter Reported Value T,imit Units
Fecal Coliform 1,396* 200 #/100 ml
Parameter
Fecal Coliform
Daily Maximum Limit Violations
Reported Value
650*
3,000*
* Denotes Assessment of civil penalties.
Limit Units
400 #/100 ml
400 #/100 ml

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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COUNTY OF UNION
IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT
OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST
UNION COUNTY BOARD
OF EDUCATION
PERMIT NO. NC0030538
WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING AND
STIPULATION OF FACTS
FILE NO. LV 99-058
Having been assessed civil penalties totaling for
violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Director of the Division of Water
Quality dated , the undersigned, desiring to seek remission
of the civil penalties, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above -stated
matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The
undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil
penalty must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Quality within 30 days of
receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be
allowed after 30 days from the receipt of the notice of assessment.
This the
day of , 19
BY
ADDRESS
TELEPHONE

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A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FINAL Permit No. NC04j30531',
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Pennittee is authorized to discharge from
outfall(s) serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations
Monthly Alm,
Flow 0.004 MGD
BOD, 5 day, 20°C 30.0 mg/I
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/I
NH3 as N
Dissolved Oxygen**
Fecal Colilornr (geometric mean) 200.0 /100 mi
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Conductivity
Monitoring Requirements
Measurement Sample *sample
Weekly Avg_. Daily Max Frequency Type Location
Weekly Instantaneous I or E
45.0 mg/I 2/Month Grab E
45.0 mg/I 2/Month Grab E
2/Month Grab E
Weekly Grab E, U, D
400.0 /100 ml 2/Month Grab E,U,D
Weekly Grab E
Weekly Grab E,U,D
Weekly Grab U, D
* Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent, U - Upstream 100 feet above the discharge point, D,- Downstream 300 feet below the discharge
point.
** The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 5.0 mg/1.
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored 2/month at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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Case Number
Facility Name
Permit Number
Response Received
Facts
Assessment Factor
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UNION CO BOE-FAIRVIEW ELEM
NC0030538
0 Yes 0 No
Permitted Flow
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Number of Offenses
Environmental
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Number Number
Violations Assessed
Parameter
Violation
Total
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Violation Factor
Total Penalty
1
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Fecal Cohform
Monthly average
$1000
1
$1000.00
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2
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Weekly avg/daily
max
$250
3
Comments
Grand Total Penalty
Percent of the Maximum Penalty
Authorized by G.S. 143-215.6A.
$500.00
$1500.00
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
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MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
June 17, 1999
Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Fairview Elementary School
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County
A review of the March 1999 self -monitoring report for the subject school revealed a
violation of the following parameter:
Pipe Parameter Reported Value Limit
001 Biochemical Oxygen Demand 39.1 mg/1 30.0 mg/1 FIN
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SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REVOCATION FOR NON PAYMENT
PERMIT NUMBER NC0030538
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Payment of the required annual administering and compliance monitoring fee of $450.00 for this year has not
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
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MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
April 29, 1999
Notice of Violation - Effluent Limitations
Fairview Elementary School
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County
A review of the January 1999 self -monitoring report for the subject school revealed
violations of the following parameters:
Pipe Parameter Reported Value Limit
001 Biochemical Oxygen Demand
001 Fecal Coliform
>32.5 mg/1 30.0 mg/1 FIN
>3000 /100 ml 400.0 /100 m1 FIN
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problems.
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James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 11, 1999
Edward Sweeney, Jr.
Union County Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 700
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FEB .ti 45 1999
Subject: Renewal of NPDES Permit NC0030538
Fairview Elementary
Union County
Dear Permittee:
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The subject permit expires on October 31, 1999. North Carolina General Stature 143.215.1(c) requires that an
application for permit renewal be filed at least 180 days prior to the expiration date.
To satisfy this requirement, your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than May 4,
999. Failure to request renewal by May 4, 1999 will result in a civil assessment of at least $250.00. Larger
penalties may be assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request.
If any wastewater discharge will occur after October 31, 1999 (or if continuation of the permit is desired), the permit
Must not be allowed to expire. Operation of waste treatment works or continuation of a discharge after October 31,
1999 would violate NCGS 143-215.1 and could result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day.
If all wastewater discharge has ceased at the subject facility and you wish to rescind this permit, contact Robert
Farmer of the Division's Compliance Enforcement Unit at [phone], extension 531. 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 which you must
submit when applying for renewal of the subject permit.
If you have any questions, please contact me. My telephone number, fax number and e-mail address are listed below.
Sincerely,
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arles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
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Renewal Package Checklist
NPDES Permit NC0030538
Union County Schools
Union County
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
nA cover letter requesting the renewal and documenting any changes at the facility
I i since issuance of the last permit. Submit
mit one signed original and two copies.
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The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an
Authorized Representative. Submit one signed ori
ginal ginal and two copies.
If an Authorized Representative is preparing the renewal package, documentation
must be provided from the permittee defining the person or company preparing the
renewal package as an Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b. of the
current NPDES permit).
A narrative description of thesludge management plan at the subject facility. If
your facility has no sludge management plan, explain the reason for this in your
cover letter. Submit one original and two copies.
The following item applies ONLY to Industrial facilities which discharge process
wastewater :
nIndustrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (listed in Appendix A of Title 40
of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 122) must submit a Priority Pollutant
Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21.
The PPA requirement does NOT apply to municipal or non -industrial facilities.
PLEASE NOTE:
There is no renewal fee required with your application.
Changes to the NPDES permit fee schedule took affect on January 1, 1999.
Consult the enclosed fee schedule to for details.
Send the completed renewal package to:
Mr. Charles H. Weaver, Jr. _
NC DENR / DWQ / NPDES
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535

If Yes, SOC#:
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles .Alvarez
Date: March 6, 1995
AUTHORIZATION TO CONSTRUCT
NPDES PERMIT
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Union
Permit No. ACA030538
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Fairview Elementary School
Union County Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 700
Monroe, North Carolina 28112-4786
2. Date of On -Site Investigation (if conducted): N/A
3. Report Prepared by: Kim H. Colson, Environmental Engineer I
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: N/A
5. Verified Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 09' 10" Longitude: 80° 32' 10"
Attach.a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility
site and discharge point on map. Ensure discharge point(s)
correspond to NPDES permitted discharge points.
U.S.G.S. Quad No.: G16NE U.S.G.S. Quad Name: Midland, NC
6. Site size and expansion area consistent with application:
Yes.
7. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Flat
slopes; the WWTP is not located within the 100 year flood
plain.
8. Location of nearest dwelling: None within 500 feet.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. Existing treatment facility
a. Current permitted capacity of the facility: 0.004 MGD

ase Two
b. Date(s) and constrL::tion activities allowed by pravicl,s
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two
(2) years: An Authorization to Construct was issued on
March 18, 1992 for the relocation of the outfall for
discharge directly to Goose Creek.
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(design volume): 0.004 MGD
d. Please provide a description of existing or
substantially constructed wastewater treatment
facilities: Existing WWT facilities consist of a
septic tank, dosing tank, recirculating - surface sand
filter, liquid chlorination, recirculation pump, and
effluent pump.
2. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater
treatment facilities: The proposed facilities consist of a
new chlorine contact tank and tablet type chlorinator
located at the end of the effluent force main.
3. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
permit no.: N/A
Residual Contractor: N/A
Telephone No.: N/A
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP Other
c. Landfill: N/A
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (Specify): Septage
is pumped by Philman septic service and taken to a CMUD
WWTP.
4. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating
sheet): Class, I
5. SIC Code(s): 8211
Wastewater Code(s)
Primary: 03 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 45007
6. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: N/A
PART III - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee, Union County Schools, has applied for an
Authorization to Construct for the construction of additional
chlorination facilities.

This Office has concerns regarding the ef=ectivs ess of the
proposed design. The facilities will be more difficult to
maintain since they are remotely located, almost 1 mile from
other WWT facilities. It may also be difficult to obtain
adequate chlorine residual due to surges through the chlorinator
when the effluent pumps are on. Union County Schools has advised
that they wish to put the chlorinator in this location since it
will cost less to construct. They are also concerned that
chlorination prior to pumping will degrade pumps seals
prematurely.
It is recommended that the plans and specifications be
approved.
Signature of report preparer
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Water Quality egional Supervisor
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In addition to the 'above classifications, pretreatment of wastewater- In excess- of these components shall
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LAND APPUCATiCN/RESIDUALS CLASSiFiC.ATIOW (Applies only to permit holder)
1. Land application d bicsolids. residuals or contaminated soiis on a designated. site..
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACtU'iY CLASSIFICATION, ' -
The following systems shall be assigned a Class 1 classification. unless the flow is ale significant quantity or the technology is unusually
complier. to require consideration by the Commission on a rase -by -ease basis:- (Check If :Appropriate)
1. O'Uwater Separator Systems consisting only of physical separation. pumps:and.disposal;
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3 eon Systems consisting on d imina treatment; oorea; pumps,
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7`_Water Plant sludge handling and bade -wash water treatment::. '
8. Seafood processing conssisting of screening and disposal •
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(vi) Sand Filters -intermittentbiologU't _ .-»»» »—.. -. 2
Recirculating biological »».-»»_
(vil) Stabilization Lagoons-- _ _.�_....»'
(viii) Claetler._»»»..... _ __ S
(ix) Single stage system for combined carbonaceous removal al BOD and nitrogenous: removal by
nitrification (sae dolintion No. 12)(Poirts for this. item have•to be in addition.to Items-..
(5)(a)(I) through- (5)(a)(vifl).• • ..
utilizing the extended -aeration process (see definition No.3a) ...»»_...______.. S
-- - -- utilizing other than the extendmom*.ed aeratiomom*.
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance BOD removal»__-...-. .M._........»M»...»..-......5
(xi) Biological Cuiture(Super Bugsladdbion 5, . --.
(b) Nitrogenous Stage �0.
(1). Aeration High Puiity Oxygen System
Diffused Alt System. ._10 .
• Mechanical •Air System• (fixed. floating or rotor) a
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Separate Sludge Reaeration.».». ---
(i1) Trickling Filter -High Ram T '
Standard Rate.. s
Packed Tower 5
(in) Biological Aerated Fier or Aerated Biological Filter 10
(Iv) Rotating Biological Contactors..._.»»N. ..». 10
(v) • Sand Filter - Intermittent biological_— —»=•_
. Recirculating biological (vi) Craftier:
5..
i TFMARYORAOVANCEDTREATMENT1iNIITS/ SES
(a) Activated Carbon Beds
without carbon regeneration»»..
with carbon regeneration.». 15:- .-...
(b) Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed.
without carbon regeneration —
with carbon regeneration 15- •
(c) Air strIppir+O-- 1 p
(d) Denntrtft Process
(s) FBGamectro Separation 5,
(fit) ion Exchange (h) Treated Effluent _ definition No. 22b) Viol
and other similar mining operation) by high eat irlQtralo .- apptkabN for sand. gravel. stone •
4.
(1) Mlcroscreen- - _ 5
(I) Phosphorous Removal by Biological Processe(See definition No. 2D)_ »._.. __-20
(k) Polishing Ponds without aeration._...._...._..
with aamtlon...._._......__.

(a)
(m)
• (n)
Stodge Thickener Conway) .«.
D tv0d Mr Notation Unit (not aooltoohla to a unit rated (db(1))_.m--.._...^
Sludge Sao Utlrizattorr (including graa storage)
Stuog,^,3; .•..
e Holding Tank - Aerat �._...._ ......_ 2' , ; , ; :;:'
. Non -aerated.. —•••..... t 0 n-
(1) Sludge incinerator (not Including activated carbon rsgoneration) — — 10 .
(k)' - Vacuum Filter. Centrifuge. or Fitter Press or other similar dowaterirng devices.--
RESIDUALS UTILIZATION/DISPOSAL (inducting incinerated ash) 2
(a) 1,agoonae__e.....w._....__•e......... --
(b) Land Application (surface and subsurface) (see definition 22a) Pe salt
by contracting to a land application operator or Landfill operator who holds the. land applicatione....._.2
(a) Dedicated Lanctfill(burial) by the
ortandlil permit»...._....-......_�__ •----.....' S
- -1 the wastewater treatment laciitty
tievorso v...nr —
Saa d or Mlx®d•&Sad<a Mars are rat m...m...,. �............,,...e .,,,�._� .:...,.._. ..._ " ,' <r,' :'.
4 a �1S»...
a 'Q »vet :J x'Li r s ....-, ..m . �.w.�v» bm.. A.. r
c.SH: F=J15Si..,1 i:1'a.e 7 t.-3'ia-�i:li;s, 1: 1.,..-.�,.�..,....o....�;,,..,-,.s,x .,,-,.....,.m.,..,,oa�
le6::'a ...,....-, .,...,�..» _.....,..n.....,--gym-
''1:A11a teal (EIt.`1t)12V411c) 444444•.,•-64.4.4*.414.. .....cent
'a,AteTz Stabilization (chemical or thermal) -- *'•"'w { r.=
c.`ella'ge Dtying. Bodo . Qr ty - -•.w:rr�_ .1y�'Ji'.,�
Vacuum gaiist.9d.� ••• -•---- ` 5‘
1a411170 trOcy+io.-1.3r 1.sts19ld r..-7.t ^ant).....,,.
c
(a)' Ch ort nation -..- -- ..._.—_
(b) Deett!orfttation_ •--°--~-•"• (c) Czone.. •-p---__~ __ _ __ __ _ .5
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(d) Radiation:..:_.__.-.
(10) CHEMICAL. ADDITION SYSTEM(S) ( see detinhbn No. 9) (rot applcabla to chornicat additions rated as It.m (3)(I)..
(5)(a)(xl). (6)(a). (6)(b). (7)(b). (7)(e).- (9a).. (0)0) or (9)(c) 6 points each:
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U18Dosowee ....9--
....5
(11) li- .iF Ner- �i.i� `C" Prr".' . rg.Y' —a - -
(a) Holdng F'orcis. Hokin; Tanks or Settling Posat: for Cramalo or Toaf a Malarial.] arauding wastes frost?., a: l;:+a:..r:_'
operations containing nitrogen or phosphorus compouc.dz In ammo= donilicaraly greater than is t arir on. '
for domestic wastewater ...._.............._•..-•.__..
(b) Effluent whidt are [award In Land appli=tfon cystems).._2 -
wm Flow Equalization (riot appiicabte to storage basins basins
(c) Stags Dischaaga (not applicabla to storage basks inherent In land app6caiiort systems)
(d) Pumps.._...._— — ..._...� 2 -° -.
(a) .Stand -By Power Supply _
(f) Thermal Pollution Control Devito... TOTAL POINTS
CLASSIFCATON
acts I .00000 0.0045
26-50 Points
Class II ...51.65 Points
Cass N040 _ •4.1e.....e.....••••__».........._...�__._ 66-Up Points
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5-25 Points
Factlitlas having al ratingonoono through four points. t nduslve. do not requtrs a =naiad. operator. _ •-. -.
a minimum cta2a il=tion of Class 1L
Fsa�tit�n having an actaraed dodos process will tact ascigltisd •.. _ _ -
Fadlitlss having treaunent processes for the removal of metal or cyanid. will be assigned a mh*tttum ramification Oil Casa IL .
Facades having ttsatmsra processes for the biological removal d phosphorus wig be assigned a minimum classification of Ctass•Il.
.0004 DEFINITIONSThe followingnttlorw shad apply throughout this Subcf apt r. :- :* t daus�d:tn unit,.;:
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(1) Activated Carbon Beds. A physioslfdlemical rtuttsod for reducing soluble organic malarial from wastewatea uent;,l1,ifumn
m thod will have a flow rate varying from two to eight gallons per minute par square foot and may be efthar upflova-ordomtfiow:ar s:
erbea-• sto .�:
• may not be regenerated on the wastewoer trnatment plant site:. mati.r. ...—uesd tltrof.... _rut
. (2) Aeralead Lagoons. A basin In which ail solids ars maintained In susp.nslon and by which bidogic al oxidation car orgardd. • _ _ • - .
(3) Aeration.
tr A pro el oxygen on a flow -through tech(: In a id ra ltatton oad8usiona a}Extended
(3) Aeration. A process of bringing -about Intimate contact between air or high portly oxygenliquid by sp pin9.-a8 fl ,,* s
detention time of 1a fours.
(4) Agriculturally
An actmana eddga•prony site
a utilizing a minimum hydraulicand harvested (Crp includes grass.s:'3raini,-.t.ssi'_ote:);.
(4) Agrialtwalip managed sits. Any site on which a crop is produced. managed.
(5) Air Stripping.. A process by which the ammonium ion is first aorwerted to d1ssolvad ammonia (pH ad)ustment) with- f9a;am(nont than,{n
atmosphere by physical mean:: or other similar pros which rsmovo petroleum produce; ouch as bcraon% toltaan.. and kyiene.:
(0) Carbon Regensratlon.. The i agen ration of exhnrcted carbon the auto at a furnace to provide extramsly high,temp tatur.t iddett volaH
by .aE.�ai�s-+r,,r
(i7 Catoanacootra Stage.. A stag® of wastswatsrtrsahi>srsY.dm04gnsd to adieu.: ea>daip• sfibiettl Lt z x.�'
(a) Wartime. A ms ttanial device in which carrtrffugal forma used to s.pmate-scads from liquids or to tasparatu Uquidffi f d!!f©itactt'idarialras•
aolidrr<nnsoraL. p+ ad)usttao
(9) Chemical Addition Sysasme- Tho addtion of etamfeai(s) to.wastewater at an application point for purpases:of tt>rprovlt> on?
alhalinity control. etc.:t to apablttty to cxpartmne+t ti dltferert Csemieais and dttarent application pdntsto actiewsaaapecittdtsrraltvdft'b- eater°
to add a ctsamtai at a,daferent; . pp[iCatf pcsnta (arditferertt nt
purposra.w apabtl In to add er= be i(s) to dual ursine -at be salad as ono system; apab6Ny ,. l!. t is •atta - - 417 " a ' '5 .
purposes.wf9 result to the systems being fated ass s orate spatters:• - to t— '-` . s :eiXt err s
(10) Cbamkal. Sludge Conditioning.. The addttlbfl al a chemical compound such as arm lento chloride. or a pdym.r' *vwt �> a f i
its)applicationClosed
to n dswat.rfng Use
of o:
(11) Closed Cye$a•Systems. Us. d folding ponds or tio1dng taro for containment d wastewater oomalning ir0t1 J' ietan.t I n teefrals f �9vv!t..
crushed stone or etfwr similar operations. Such. systems rhall,earry a maximum of two points regards of pumpinglad(filos`ior P>'APtr
ie stage system raqutrind la behave p.n)+ttsetfluemt r 1btron i36D
(12) Combined Removal d Carbonaceous BOD and Nitrogenous Removal by tdltUleatbn• A sing .. ..,,..,,c ,.1 t , x ,-r` �+ .
and amtranla nitrogen within the same btofogfat reactor: plryslrxl i ;aa r s.aaaza a a+l t� r , n
(13) Daehlorination. The partial or complete raduction of residual etiorin in a liquid by soy y. , ,r_ , _:: ".,
(14) Dsntiriftcallon Process. The canversfon of nitrate -nitrogen to nitrogen gas:

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a %(,+ .... t\ :..rrx:i:-'t .-a7-ntail7 1.1arirr "is 4--)
11•1:15 :Ti ur 'tzt,b C J }L` - 4.g e ..Fe Z J' )r.L y j i.. I J.- ..t! .rC7a Lf tar' Say K•=7 c� :•... y -
(sg1 leant: T w et a : -s przq t athe a- i;V:ttg: d ca e.,r.�; .r w .antstt x asFM € i r::-Ms,"7,.'r ilea e-i yF":.rr.,. _.
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t y .3. A 1- Ii , ti ta �a ;.S"� `..y.-3 wry) .,"8 di •)tit e ':.x-t <'ar ea i ..
01)••
• (a) o Ca. ,a P.� :meta , �i a ti :cis r ra earns:: ter! i 3 € r'aZ. •^V ,.r: Oi ss qa�. �a a r k E.7 ill Yes: rF2 .has es�
041. tom, ,l fevyl: (tra sit ail b fort~n t t era tie -veil d Fro O f) r P.asL^q -.. t �' ..
I) Tiv3r.tucre.a. The pwz .pus al sipariymrg trruaati nataittsCd[;r r a turd o :iT :� rm:at rsi a3 :.a,2,°2 g•Ki•W°as' X., 3 la.IY.4 crag aka -
rseans of final dcposai or treatment
(a) Mertscm.t A !eve weed. ccalrtuoar� f teatrsd. Mtrg drum IsapsratrSunear �eondltbss-xisa clisttn4tettod for removin
g
mil d✓ trim cifiuortt; - . 1 !. r ire t�):
(24) Niteinct iian Wrcc. es. Mrw biochemical �rN"' seise d a.ricai ilzrno ttlimgan priateria - a slits t53rot n).Y o.-t (*Ka ai : Tiros rgtrogon•
(25) Nitrogenous Stags. A separate stags d wastewater treatment d.sign.d.for the specific purposed g
(26) Phosphate Removal. Blobgical. The removal of phosphorus from wastewater- by an o idanox c.process d.sigrad:to.nhams fiery uptake of phosphorus.
by the microorganisms: -
(27) Polishing Pond. A hddng pond toltowing secondary Mailmen with sufficient detention *Meta alloweaufin :of,tin.H•susperded.solids:
(28) Post Aeration. Aeration following com.rtbne secondary traumata units to Increase .fffuent-O.O:.orforany other purpose: (29) Post Aerat crrsd
. (Cas.) A poliahin0r.method by which dissolved oxygen is added to thee totem -a un
by noret:hanial. grzvity means o1 towing.down tax
series of steps or weirs; The flow occurring across the depict w.irs. moves in a fairly thin layer- and the operation Oahe cascade. requires n o.operator
adjustment; thus. zero points-areassigned even though this Is an essential step to meeting the•limns. et the, discharge permit:.
(30) Powdered to Granular Activated Carbon Feed. A btaphysbal carbon proses that utlUz s biological activity asul organic absorfAbn by using powdered or
granular activated carbon: Virgin or mg.nerat.d carbon is feed contended Into the system;.. - .., :
(31) Prea.ratbn ccstr
A tank nucted to provide aeration prior to primary treatment; tie for subsequent major operations;
(32) Preliminary Units. Una operations in the tremment ;swiss. such as screening and comminution. that prepare. iquor.
(33) Industrial Pretreatment.. • .•. .. . - .
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(a) Pre-treatment t Unit; Industrial. The conditioning ofa waste -at Its sounoe before decharye:. to. reno+r.. substncos as -the s towassewer
treatment processes orlo enact a partial.reduu9on In load on tte-trsatmsm procee which is•op.rat.d by Utaame gov.ZTW� g.y
treatment plant being rated: • to reoatve on the rating shst;. - :
b) Pre-treatment.Program. Industrial - must be a Stale or EPA required pnsgram point d seaMabfe and suspended
(34) P is passed in-etoatnert•worla.foctte.pu+poss r.rtovin4-
Ctasttlars. The first sealing tanfrs.thtough whioh., ..
eoUds and BOD wfticls is aooctated with the ae9ds:_
warn - .,..... ...,_.._ ._..�.. .-
(35) Pumps Al influent. effluent and in -plant purrtprti:•..r .......:. _..._ ..
:on ..::: ,:.::-_:_:.::: ,. • •.;•.:.._.... _ _ . _....
(36) Rt61tat. inidectiort ;r t riUzaf�an pone utlt<..ng de s ment3Irg ttbtraviaist aroma rays: �d frxa 9rorh
MI Prwvorzet arrow A ttasalmart proem: in :Midi a heavy wrean1n d liquid Ls +: p the. tgh a - ni aridattz 10 r.0r t
suspended solids: in {� wastewater flows through twist in WSW a sedan ol pestiaiiy cubmergsd filar
(38) Rotating Biobgicai Contractor& A tired btobgial growth Process
surfaces are rotated: - -
(39) Sand Filter= •tanks. lagoons; or- some. h which hunter bbdeeomposltbn is-
(39) (a) Intermittent duce eel. 'nitration d effluent
loadingranee ollowing on tfese.fRt •computed in gpolae and have a resulting low coned (less than one);
.zpeaed top biological
desired • t e tam at Hydraulic
b) R.eirct,tuirtq blobgieal - the saute type of sand filter as defined H Subparagraph (39) (a) ol.thie RuM•wlh the added capability to „ryyei..ftw.ea back
through the sand filter,
(40) Sand or Mixed•Meda Fliers. A polishing proxies by widish effluent limits are achieved through a funkier reduction of suspended solids:
(a) low rate — gravity, hydraulically loaded lUter with loading rates In the one 10 three gprrest range
(b) high rate — a pressure. hydraulically loaded filter with basing rates in tie five gpaNd rang.; At airy rate, the loading rate wIU .:coed these gpn✓d:
(41) Secondary Clarifiers. A tank which follows the biological unit- or treatment plant and which has the purpose d removing sludges associated with tie
biological treatment units: •
(42) Separate Sludge Reaerdlon. A pan of the contact stabOtatbn process where the winced sludge is transferred to a tank and aerated before returning it
to the contact basin:
(43) Septic Tank.. A singe -story settling tank b secoma
which untied sludge is in e with the wastewater flowing through the tank; stall not be applicable for
septic tans systems serving single family residences having capacity of 2.000 gallors or less which creche/go to a nitrification field:
(44) Sludge Digestion. The process by which organic or voiatiie muter and sludge is grilled. liquefied. mineralized or conferted into more stable organic matter
through the activity el living organisms. which Include aerated hoidng tanks: ed savage sludge fs dried by and _
(45) Sludge Dryhg Beds. An area comprising natural or artificial Layers of porous- mawon onwhich digest
evaporation .
(46) Sludge�Elutrlation. A pis of sludge c dtbnfh csrt
ng in whlc aln constituents' are. rtxnoved by successive washings with -trash water or plant slftual6
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(47) Sludge Gas Utilization. The process of using sewage gas for tho purpose et healing bulldtngs. dtvhg sangrias. tart:: _may
(411) Sludge Holdng. Tank (Aerated and Nonaerated). A tank utilized for small wastewater treatment pima. not �� t �
kept treats. and supernatant withdrawn prior to a drying method (Ls. sludge drying beds): This may by
keep the.
sledge fresh. but not necessarily and amours that would be required to adnleve stabilisation of organic matter.: A nonaented tank would simply be used to -
decant sludge prior to dewatering and.would not altow long p.rbdc (several days d detention) without resulting odor problems:.
(49) Sludge incinerators. A furnace designed to bum sludge and to remove ai moisture and ccmbustble matetWs.ard reduce the sludge to a saerllo asks: - .
(50) Sludge StabUlzation (Chemical or Thermal). A process o.meke•treated sludge loss odorous and putrsschle. and to reduce oho pathogenic organism,
o nlwTt: The•may be done by pH adjustment. chlorine dosing. or by heg-tredm.rt: . -
(51) Studoo.THdtaner. A type of sedlmertulon tank in'whidh the sudgris permitted to settle and thicken throughagiation and gravity:..
(52) Stabilization Lagoon. A type of oxidation Iagoon-In watch bbfogal oxidation of organic matter Is effected by natural transfer of oxygen to the watrfrom-
ar (not a polishing pond);.
(53) Stand -By Power Supply. On ski orpomable electrical generating equipment; solids. suspended soda and BOO
(54) Static Screens. A stationary screen designed to move solids. indudrng non.bbbi
degradae particulate (tbatabM
reduction) from municipal and industrial wastewater treatment: systems:. for the purpose of affluent polishing; A•setUtg;-tapoon or sand or coal flier
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might Tertiary Treatment. A; stage al treatment following secondary which is. primarily
might be employed for the purpose:
(58) Thermal Pollution Cannot Device. A devios: providing for the transfer of heat from a fkdd flowing In tubes to another fluid outside the tubes..or viouversa:.
or otter means d regulating liquid twr .ratws:: heat Is added for a ptotractttd period of time to trr;utove the dewat.rabUlty ofsMsdge by
(57) Theme Sludge Cortdtbrnr. A conditionlna process by which
eakist9iing and hydraulizing.of the Smaller and more highly trick —.red sludge particles; rtr.whkh alter dscftarQe' and.uporr ergowre: irgslbn. Inhalation (56) Taxi: Materials. Those wastes or oombleetlocs d. wastes. knciuding disease causkhq sage gestic orkth -,
or assimilation into any organism. n through food.choirts..wii ces..:death. da•e°°s iarns-. ,-.. ie
.Yter camel/ham the env4aneneea•or•frad'reedy, by inge.ab 9h ddomnaibre. h srseht orQsn
abnormalities. caner. genetic mintedore: physbbgfcaf' madurctions (inching malunaUons• h reproduction) or physical, arson;
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Wasting; otyc ein red i henyl by way d: and dichiorr and rot tdchioiora lead. cadmium. strontium. roalhae (DOT); and -arty- otter materials that have or may beneath: be cisterntlned to have,
�C33)pofydhlor4hat.d bipthatryls (PCBs) dichbrodfpheaoyi . .
•(59) Trickling Filter. A blologiol treatment unitconsisting of a material such as boken.ssone:or rodk.over which wastewater Is di:Muted:A:high eau trkk&ng.:
flier Is one which operated at -between 10 and 30 rngd per acre. A low rue trickling Mar Is. one which is designed to operate at one odour tngd per WE:
6o Trickling Filer (Packed Towed.. A plug flow type: of operation In which wastewater flows down trough auecashve tayars of stadia cen t:ato, material; Organic
material is renewed rorthuaUy by the active biological fixed !prat En each successive layer:. Tits method may produce •secondary• quattyetflu•n` or.may be .
disposal
(!sty Vncuta
adapted to produce a rittffl.dn Fier. Car>ertluges. orFair Presses. Devizes attach remain hich are dogged to remoexcess waterfrom either digostod or undigested sludge p to
or further treaimrart. • -

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Prestn Howard, Jr P.E., Director
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Mr. Edward J. Sweeney,
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Union County Schools
500 North Main Street, Suite 700
Monroe, NC 28112-4786
February 3, 1995
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ENVIRONMENT, HE \LTH, •
& NATURAL RESOURCES
FEB 3 1995
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
MOORESVILLE REM. OFFICE
Subject: Application Number ACA030538
• Authorization to Construct Request
Fairview Elementary School
Union County
Dear Mr. Sweeney:
The Division of Environmental Management, Permits and Engineering Unit, hereby acknowledges
receipt of you request for Authorization to Construct wastewater treatment facilities in accordance with
NPDES Permit Number NC0030538. This application has been assigned the number shown above.
Please refer to the application number when making any inquiries about this application.
Your request has been assigned to Charles Alvarez for a detailed engineering review. Should any
additional information be required you will be contacted in the near future.
Please be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, must provide recommendations
from the Regional Supervisor prior to final action by the Division.
If you have any questions, please contact Charles Alvarez at [phone].
Sincerely,
ett_ Donald Safrit, P.E.
Supervisor, Permits and Engineering Unit
cc: IVitores0111e011egionar ffice
Permit File ACA030538
Central Files
P.O. Box-:29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626.0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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UNION COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
500 North Main Street, Suite 700 • Monroe. North Carolina 28112-4786
704 / 283-3733 0r 704/283-3654 Fax: 704 / 289-1536
December 6, 1994
N.C. Department of Environmental Management
Permits & Engineering
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Attention: Ms. Colleen Sullins, P.E.
Reference: Fairview Elementary School
NPDES Permit No. NC0030538
Union County
Dear Ms. Sullins:
Cliff Dodson
Superintendent
Dennis C. Layton, Chairman
W. Robert Curry, vice -Chairman
G. Morrison Creech John H. Crowder
Trudy B. Eudy Carolyn J. Lowder Melvin L Outen
Sandra M. Rorie •
Enclosed are three prints of a Supplementary 'Chlorinator for
the above wastewater discharge. The existing 5,243 foot dis-
charge force main does not receive sufficient flow to main-
and adequate cholrine residual. Please review the attached
information and provide Union County Public Schools with an
Authorization to Construct the facility.
Thank you in advance for your support. If you have any
questions or concerns, please contact myself or Jimmy Lowery,
Plumbing and Wastewater Treatment Supervisor, at
[phone].
Sincer
_ter• J. Sweeney, Jr,
Mai t-enance Supervisor
EJS:jd
c Frank C. Cockinos & Associates
Jimmy Lowery