NC0028606_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (4)

Water Resources
ENVNrlNfA QUAUTY
Certified Mail #7016 1370 0000 2595 7825
Return Receipt Requested
February 06, 2018
'Travis Chrisawn
NC FXXIT "'r' Environmental Operations
PO Box 250
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659-0250
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty
for Violations of North Carolina General Statute ((i.S.)143-215,1(a)(6)
and NPDES WW Permit No. NC0028606
NC DOT Division 11
1-77 Rest Area Iredell County
Case No. EV-201.8-0025
Iredell County
Dear Mr. Chrisawn:
"This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amoun
+ $1.0129 enforcement costs) against NC DOT .Division 11.
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAELS REGAN
Secroan
LLNDA CULPEPPER
interim Dinctor
,603.29
civilpenalty
This assessment is based upon the 'following facts: a review has been conducted of the Discharge Monitoring Report
(DMR) submitted by:NC DOT Division 11 for the month of September 201.7, This review has shown the subject. facility to
he in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES WW Permit No: NC0028606.
"The violations, which occurred in September 2017, are summarized in Attachment A to this letter,
Based upon the above facts, 1 conclude as a matter of law that NC Dar Division 1 violated the terms, conditions or
requirements of NPDES WW Permit No. NC0028606 and G.S. 1.43-21.5.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in
Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 1.43-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed
against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a 'permit required by (s.S. 143-215.1(a.).
Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided. by the Secretary
of the t)epartment of Environmental Quality and the Director of the Division of Water Resources, 1, W. Corey Basinger,
Regional Supervisor, Mooresville Regional Office hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against NC DOT
Division 11:
State or North Carolina { Environmental Quality 1 Water Resources
610 East Center Avenue., Suite 301 Mooresville, NC 28115
'70,1,,663-1699

$300.00 2 of the 2 violations of 143-215. a)(6) and Permit No.NC0028606.; by discharging waste water into
the waters. of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for Bop - Conc.
$150..00 1 of the 1 violations of 1.43-21.5.1.(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0028606, by discharging waste water into
the waters ofthe State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum for FCOLI
$300.00 2 of the 2 violations of 143-21.5,1(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0028606, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the 'Pemiit Daily 'Maximum for TSS - Conc.
$175.00 „1 of the 1 violations of 143-2 1.5.1(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0028606, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Pemnt Monthly Average for BO.D - Conc.
$375.00 1 of the 1 violations of 143-215,1(a)(6) and Permit No.NC0028606, by discharging waste water into
the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average for TSS - Conc.
$1,500.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY
$103.29 Enforcement Costs
$_1,603.29 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE
Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty 1 have taken into account th.e Findings of Fact and
Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B-282.1(b), which are:
(1) Thedegree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property
resulting from the violation;
The durationand gravity .of the violation;
(3) itie effect- on ground or surface water quantity or qua or on air quality;
(4) The cost of rectifying the damage:
(5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
(6) Whether the violation was 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 (30) days of receipt of this notice, .you must do one of the following:
(1) Submit -payment of the penalty, OR.
Submit a written request for remission, OR.
Submit a written request for an administrative hearing
Option 1: Submit payment of the penalty:
Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environmental Quality (do not include waiver
form), Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new .violatio.n(s).
Please submit payment to the attention of:
Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Prir Option 2: Submita vritten request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such
request:
Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may
relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper
procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy ofan ,of the factual statements contained in
the civil penalty assessment document, 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 and
agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you
believe the civil penalty should be remitted., and submit it to the Division of Water Resources at the address listed below,
In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in 'NCGS 1.43B-282,1(b) was wrongfully
applied to the detriment of the petitioner;
(2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation;
(3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an. accident;
(4) vdiether the violator had been. assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or
(5) whether payment of the civil penalty :will prevent payment for the remaining, necessary remedial actions.
Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must he submitted in writing.. The
Director of the Di:vision of Water Resources will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of
your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and
provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty:
Remissions (Committee), Please he advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part: of the
original remission request considered by the Director, Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and
thorough statement in support of your request for remission,
In order request remission. you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission of Civil Penalties,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this
notice. "Fhe Division of Water Resources also requests that you complete aticl submit the enclosed "justification for
Remission Request."
Both forms should be submitted to the following address:
'Wastewater Branch
Division of Water Resources
I.617 Mail Service Center
R.aleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617

Option 3: File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings:
If you. wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative
hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings, You must file the petition with
the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed
when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during 'normal office hours. The Office of Administrative
Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday hetween the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state
holidays, The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) - provided
the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-232) is received in the
Office of ,Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You
should contact the Office of ,Adrninistrative'Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the
fi I ing_process.
The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows:
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699 6714
Tel [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Onc ( 1 ) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality'
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1601
Please indicate the case. number (as found on page one of this letter) on the petition.
Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal
dateltime received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney. General's Office for
collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations
that occur after the review period of this assessment.
ou, have any questions, please contact \ Bell with the Division
Office at [phone] or via email at wes.bell(k.nedenr.gov.
Sincerely,
Resources staff of the Mooresville Regional
W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, 'NCDFQ
ATTACHMENTES
Cc: WQS Mooresville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES CompliancelEnforcement Unit - Enforcement File

JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REOUEST
Case Number: LV-2018-0025
Assessed Party: NC DOT Division 11
Permit No.: NC0028606
County: lredell
Amount Assessed: j,6O329
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Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty.. You must also complete the "Request For Remission,
Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation ()Pacts" form to request remission of this civil penalty.
You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in
evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is Iirnited to consideration of the five
factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed.. Requesting
remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual
statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil
penalty may he granted only when one or more (Attie following five factors apply. Please check each factor that you
believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the
factor applies (attach additional pages as needed).
(a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in 'N.C.G.S. .43B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the
detriment of the petitioner (the assessment actors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document);
(b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation i.e.„ explain the
steps that you took to correct the violation and preventlitture occurrences);
(c) theviolation was inadvertent or a result of an accident explain why the violation was unwoidah1e or
something you could not prevent or prepare for);
(d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations;
(e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e.. explain
how payment of the civil penult)/ will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve
compliance).
EXPLANATION:

fi OF NOR fil CAROI I A
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NC DOT Division sio 11
1-77 Rest Area lredell Coun
11 E NO NC0028606
DEPA TMLN°f OF a VI 1. N r1 N'IryAI, QI °:ATY
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ADMINIST a T ri AND
STIPULATION F FACTS
CAS NO. F- 01 - 0 5
a ng peen assessed ci vilpenalties totaling1 t 0 ,2 f +r °�c,� ti a a t 1 orth in the . s ssni nt d eu per t cif a ,
Division of Water Resources dated Fehruary 06, 2018, the under pied, desir ig to seek rem issi t f the C it penalty, does
hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the abos e-stated chatter and does stipulate that the facts are as
alle „ed in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of
sion of this civil penalty. must be submitted to the Director of the Division of Water Resources within thirty (30) days
ceipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support ofa remission request will lie allowed after (30) days
from the receipt of the notice of assessment,
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PERMIT: NC0028606
FACILITY: I-1 Rest Area Irode
IT VIOLATIONS)
SAMPLE LOCATION:
County
utfall001 - Effluent
Violation Report
Date onth/Yr Parameter
3/20 61 9-2017 BOO, 5-Day (20 Deg.
- Concentration
9/27/2017
ATTACHMENT A
NC O Division 11
CASE NUMBER: LV-2018-0025
REGION: Mooresville
Iredell
Unit of rrnit calculated
Frequency Measure Value Value
Weekly mg/I 45 180 300.0
Over
..2017 BOD, 5-Day 20 Deg, Weekly
C) - Concentration
9/3 /2917 9-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 leg. Weekly
Cl - Concentration
9/27/2017 9-2017 Coliform., Fecal ME,
MEC Broth 5 C
9/1
201 / 9 2017 Solids, Total
Suspended-
Concentration
9127/2617 9-2017
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
45 120 166.7 Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
glt 30 84 180.0 Monthly
Average
Exceeded
Weekly ll 00ml 400 1,100
mg/l
men
Weekly
Solids, Total Weekly
Suspended-
Concentration
solids, Total
Suspended m
Concentration
9/30/2017 9-2017
Weekly
rg/t
45
45
30
12Q
62.25 107 5
175.0
Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
66.7 Daily
Maximum
Exceeded
Violation Penalty
Type Amount
15000
150,00
375.00
150.00
150 00
�5.6 Daily 8150.90
Maximum
Exceeded
00
Monthly
Average
Exceeded

DMR REVIEW RECORD
Mooresville 'Regional Office
Facility Name: I-77 Rest Area Iredell County Permit Ntttrtber: NC0028606
Report Period: September 2017
Prior Assessments:
Enforcement Factor: 1.50
Outfall Description
Watertociv Name
Waterbody
Classification
001 Effluent to Camel Branch
Camel Branch C
Monthly Average Limit Violations
Sample Lo
n: Outfall 001 - Effluent
Violation
Date Parameter
9/30/2017 mm
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Unit of Limit Calculated % Over
Frequency Measure Value Value Limit
Weekly mg/1 30 84 180.0
Action"
9/30/2017 Solids, Total Suspended
Concentration
Weekly
30 62,30 107.5
Daily Limit Violations
Sample Locat
Violation
Date Parameter
Outfall 001 - Effluent
Unit of Limit Calculated % Over
Frequency Measure Value Value Limit
Action
9/13/2017 BOD, 5-Day (20
Concentration
Weekly mg/1 45 180 300.
9/27/2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Weekly mg/l 45 120 166.7
9/27
017 Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC Broth,
44.5 C
Weekly #/100m1 400 1100 175.0
9/13/2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Weekly mg/I 45 120 166.7
9/27/2017 Solids„ Total Suspended -
Concentration
Weekly mg/I 45 88 95.6
Page 1 of 4

Completed by:
As s Cant Regional
upesisor Sign -off:
:
,egiunal Supervisor
Sign -off:
irate:
Page 2 of 4

Prior 12-Month Enforcement History
Permit Number: NC0028606
Limit Violation
Report Period: September 2017
Sample Location;
0utfal! 001 - Efftuen
Violation Report
Date Period Param
Violation
Type
NOD
NOV
CPA
11/1/2016 11-2016 Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC
Broth, 44.5 C
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
11/8/2016 11-2016 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
1111712016 11-2016 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
11/17/2016 11-2016 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
11/22/2016 11-2016 Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC
Broth,, 44,5 C
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
11/30/2016 11-2016 BOO, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
11/30/2016 11-2016 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
11130/2016 11-2016 8OD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0'154 LV-2017-0087
11l30/2016 11-2016 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0154 LV-2017-0087
1/11/2017 1-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0391 LV-2017-0165
017 1-2017 Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC
Broth, 44,5 C
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0391 LV-2017-0165
1/31/2017 1-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0391 LV-2017-0165
12/7/2016 12-2016 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0244 LV-2017-0154
12/14/2016 12-2016 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0244 LV-2017-0154
12/31/2016 12-2016 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0244 LV-2017-0154
3/1/2017 3-2017
Colifomn, Fecal MF, MFC
Broth, 44,5 C
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0488 LV-2017-0242
3/15/2017 3-2017 Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC
Broth, 44.5 C
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0488 LV-2017-0242
3/22/2017 3-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg, C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0488 LV-2017-0242
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Limit Violation
Sample Location:
Outtall 001 Effluent
Violation Report
Date Period Parameter
Violation
Type
NOD
NOV
CPA
4/20/2017 4-2017
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as
N) - Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0534 LV-2017-0264
4/25/2017 4-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0534 LV-2017-0264
5/18/2017 5-2017
BOO, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0602 LV-2017-0279
5/18/2017 5-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0602 LV-2017-0279
5/24/2017 5-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0602 LV-2017-0279
5/31/2017 5-2017
Coliform, Fecal MF, MFC
Broth, 44.5 C
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0602 LV-2017-0279
5/31/2017 5-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0602 LV-2017-0279
5/31/2017 5-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0602 LV-2017-0279
8/2/2017 8-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-000
8/2/2017 8-2017
Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
8/24/2017 8-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
8/24/2017 8-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
8/30/2017 8-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg, C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
8/30/2017 8-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
8/31/2017 8-2017 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg, C) -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
8/31/2017 8-2017 Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0807 LV-2018-0001
9/21/2016 9-2016 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0018 LV-2017-0053
9/30/2016 9-2016 BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration
Monthly Average
Exceeded
NOV-2017-LV-0018 LV-2017-0053
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Water Resources
BNMINTAt QUALM
Certified Mail #7015 1520 0002 6880 3549
Return Receipt Recwested
January 11, 2018
Jason Joyce
NC DOT — Environmental Operations
PO Box 250
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659-0250
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-LV-0040
Permit No. NC0028606
1-77 Rest Area Iredell County
Iredell County
Dear Mr. Joyce:
C A S. REGAN
Sa
INDA CULPEPPER
hsterimDfrector
A review of the September 2017 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facili
violation(s) indicated below:
Limit Exceedance Vi©Iation(s):
Sample
Location Parameter
ev
aled the
Limit Reported
Date Value Value Type of Violation
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration (C0310)
9/13/2017 45 180 Daily Maximum Exceeded
001 Effluent
001 Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended - 9/13/2017 45 120 Daily Maximum Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) -
Concentration (C0310)
9/27/2017 45 120 Daily Maximum
001 Effluent Colif©rm, Fecal MF, MFC Broth, 9/27/2017
44.5 C (31616)
1,100 Daily Maximum Exceeded
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration (C0530)
9/27/2017 45 88 Daily Maximum Exceeded
001 Effluent BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 9/30/2017 30 84 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0310)
001 Effluent Solids, Total Suspended - 9/30/2017 30 62.25 Monthly Average Exceeded
Concentration (C0530)
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality j Water Resources
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
704-663-1699

A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES WW Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of
not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) 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.
If you wish to provide additional information regarding the noted violation, request technical assistance, or
discuss overall compliance please respond in writing within ten (10) business days after receipt of this Notice. A
review of your response will be considered along with any information provided on the submitted Monitoring
Report(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no
response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be
prepa red.
Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,
and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by
Consent.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E, the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, please contact Wes Bell of the
Mooresville Regional Office at 704-663-1699.
Sincerely,
W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Mooresville Regional Office - Enforcement File
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, NC 28115
704-663-1699

N OF WATER RESOURCES - CIV
PENALTY ASSESSMENT
Violator: NC DOT Division 11.
Facility Name: 1-77 Rest Area Iredell County
Permit Number: NC0028606
County: Iredell
Case Number: LV-2018-0025
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;
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2) The duration and gravity of the violation;
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3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air qua
4) The cost of rectifying the damage;
5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance;
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6) Whether the violation ryas committed or intentionally;
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7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the
Environmental Ma i agement Commission has regulatory authority; and
Case #: LV-2013-0227 - TSS (daily and monthly) and BOD (daily and monthly) violations (July 2013);
Case #: LV-2014-0044 - Fecal Coliform (daily) and TSS (daily) violations (November 2013);
NOV-2014-LM-0022 - TSS (daily and monthly) and BOD (daily and monthly) violations, quarterly :rota
Total Phosphorus monitoring violations (March 2014);
NOV-2015-LM-0011 - BOD violation (daily) and BOD and temperature monitoring v
NOV-2015-LM-0010 - Fecal Coliform (daily) violation and Fecal Coliform monitorin
NOV-2015-LR-0011. -1,
Case #: LV-2015-0160 -
Case #: LV-2015-0167 -
Case #: LV-2015-0170 --
Case #: LV-2015-0176 -
Case #: LV-2015-0178 -
Case #: LV-2016-0008 --
,ate DMR Reporting (November 2014);
TSS (daily and monthly) and BOD (daily) violations (May 2014);
TSS (daily and monthly) and BOD (daily and monthly) violations
TSS (daily), BOD (daily), and pH violations (July 2014);
TSS (daily and monthly) and BOD (daily and monthly) violations
TSS (daily and monthly) and BOD (daily and monthly) violations
BOD (daily and monthly) violations (August 2015);
1 Nitrogen and
lations (April 2014);
violation (November 2014);
2014);
ugust :014);
September 2014);

NOV-2015-LV-0768 -
Case #: LV-2016-0091
NOV-2016-LV-0307 -
Case #: LV-2016-0205
Case #: LM-2016-0027
(June 2016);
Case #: LV-2016-0242
NOV-201.6-LV-0650 -
Case #: LV-2017-0053
Case #: LV-2017-0087
(November 2016);
Case #: LV-2017-0154
Case #: LV-2017-01.65
Case #: LV-201.7-0242
Case #: LV-2017-0264
Case #: LV-2017-0279
(May 2017).
Case #: LV-2018-0001
Fecal Coliform (daily) violation (September 2015);
-'1 SS (daily and monthly) violations (December 2015);
TSS (daily) violation (January 2016);
- TSS (daily), BOD (daily and monthly), and Fecal Coliform (daily) violations 'May 2016);
- BOD (daily) violation and quarterly Total Nitrogen and Total Phosphorus monitoring viola
- BOD (daily and monthly) violations (July 2016);
Fecal Coliform (daily) violation (August 2016);
- BOD (daily and monthly) violations (September 2016);
- BOD (daily and monthly), TSS (daily and monthly), and Fecal Coliform (daily) violations
- "TSS (daily and monthly) violations (December 2016);
- TSS (daily and monthly) and Fecal Coliform (daily) violations (January 201.7);
- BOD (daily) and Fecal Colifonn (daily) violations (March- 2017).
-'1-SS (daily) and Ammonia (daily) violations (April 2017).
- BOD (daily and monthly), TSS (daily and monthly), and Fecal Coliform (daily) violations
- BOD (daily and monthly) and "I`SS (daily and monthly) violations (August 2017).
8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures.
Date
y llasiat,er, Regional Supervisor
Wales Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ