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Home My WebLink AboutWQCSD0663_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20210707DocuSign Envelope ID: 4EBE4A96-6B16-42E7-898D-EA6AF4A03D15 ROY COOPER Governor JOHN NICHOLSON Interim Secretary S. DANIEL SMITH Director Joel A Mingus Aqua North Carolina Inc 251 Merchant's Cir Hampstead, NC 28443 NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Qualify July 06, 2021 SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Bogue Watch Deemed Collection System Deemed Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0663 Carteret County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Bogue Watch Deemed Collection System on 7/01/2021. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2T, Section .0403 as well as the deemed Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0663. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report". There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this inspection report is not required. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Bryan Lievre with the Water Quality Regional Operations Section in the Wilmington Regional Office at 910-796-7215 or via email at bryan.lievre@ncdenr.gov. ATTACHMENT cc: Laserfiche Sincerely, Ek DocuSigned by: 6Vt.(, 4 sale GIA�—ICI 4 E3ABA14AC7DC434... Morelia Sanchez -King, Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Wilmington Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ D_E Q�� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quali y Division of Warer Resources ,./ Wilmington Regional Office 1127 Cardinal Drive Extension I Wilmington. North Carolina 26405 910.796,7215 DocuSign Envelope ID: 33CA2C72-792B-4528-8EE0-58B4302FF59E Comoliance Insoection Resort Permit: WQCSD0663 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner : Aqua North Carolina Inc SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Bogue Watch Deemed Collection System County: Carteret Region: Wilmington Contact Person: Joel A Mingus Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Title: Coastal Area Manager Certification: Phone: 910-270-1412 Phone: Related Permits: WQCS00367 Aqua North Carolina Inc - Cannonsgate Collection System Inspection Date: 07/01/2021 Entry Time 10:30AM Exit Time: 11:45AM DocuSigned by: Primary Inspector: Bryan Lievre Phone: 910-796-7215 DocuSigned by: Secondary InspectorE�. s): 74249ABED37443E... Tyler G Benson 06DCAE=754468.. Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control Inspections Lines Manholes Pump Stations (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 6 DocuSign Envelope ID: 33CA2C72-792B-4528-8EE0-58B4302FF59E Permit: WQCSD0663 Owner - Facility: Aqua North Carolina Inc Inspection Date: 07/01/2021 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: A routine compliance inspection of the Bogue Watch deemed collection system was conducted on July 1, 2021. The purpose of the inspection was to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified within 2T .0403 and the assigned Deemed Permit WQCSD0663. Present during the inspection were Joel Mingus and Raymond Braxton both with Aqua North Carolina, Inc. as well as Tyler Benson and Bryan Lievre with DWR. The collection system has three duplex pump stations (i.e. Stations A, B and C) and numerous manholes and piping. All wastewater is pumped into an equalization (EQ) basin at the Bogue Watch WWTF (Permit W00029821), which is currently categorized as inactive. The Bogue Watch WWTF and EQ basin were inspected 5/2021 by others. The wastewater is then pumped from the Bogue Watch WWTF EQ basin within a dedicated line to the Cannonsgate WWTF (WQ0028666) for treatment. The Bogue Watch collection system is reportedly averaging 25,000 to 32,000 gpd with a high of 43,000 gpd observed 6/2021. The facility is well maintained and operated and is in compliance with the deemed permit conditions, as specified within Zr .0403. Please review the comment sections of the inspection report for more details. Page 2 of 6 DocuSign Envelope ID: 33CA2C72-792B-4528-8EE0-58B4302FF59E Permit: WQCSD0663 Owner - Facility: Aqua North Carolina Inc Inspection Date: 07/01/2021 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine General Yes No NA NE # Is this system a satellite system? ❑ ❑ ❑ # If Yes, what is system name or permit number? Is there a overall sewer system map? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the map include: Pipe sizes ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc) ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe location ❑ ❑ ❑ # Flow direction ❑ ❑ ❑ # Approximate pipe age ❑ ❑ ❑ # Pump station ID, location and capacity ❑ ❑ ❑ # Force main air release valve location & type ❑ ❑ ❑ # Location of satellite connections ❑ ❑ ❑ Are system maintenance records maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: System staff shared a copy of a GIS map and have other more detailed maps. Grease Control Yes No NA NE Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.) The system provides copies of information related to grease control to customers twice each year. For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is action taken against violators? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Comment: Inspections Yes No NA NE Are adequate maintenance records maintained? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the annual inspection documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 3 of 6 DocuSign Envelope ID: 33CA2C72-792B-4528-8EE0-58B4302FF59E Permit: WQCSD0663 Owner - Facility: Aqua North Carolina Inc Inspection Date: 07/01/2021 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Comment: Each of the three pump stations are connected to a telemetry system and each were found to contact the operator after the high level float was elevated during the recent inspection. The required weekly inspections are documented and the log sheet for each station is maintained at each pump station. Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: Lines are typically within the street ROWs. Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? ❑ ❑ ❑ If No, give details on temporary access: Is maintenance documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? ❑ ❑ On Comment: Manholes Yes No NA NE Please list the Manholes Inspected: - East of Pump Station C on Fishermans Ct - Lanyard Dr & Tachtsman PI Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manhole covers present? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manholes properly seated? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manholes in good condition? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are inverts in good condition? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is flow unrestricted in manholes? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive roots? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive sand? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manhole vents screened? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are vents free of submergence? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Both manholes appeared to be in good condition with liquid flowing freely. Pump Stations Yes No NA NE Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: Pump Station A - located at 501 Lanyard Dr Pump Station B - located with access drive for 411 Bogue Watch Dr & 208 Bogue Harbor Ct Pump Station C - located within ROW of southernmost end of Fishermans Point # Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 3 # Number of vacuum stations in system 0 Page 4 of 6 DocuSign Envelope ID: 33CA2C72-792B-4528-8EE0-58B4302FF59E Permit: WQCSD0663 Owner - Facility: Aqua North Carolina Inc Inspection Date: 07/01/2021 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine # Number of simplex pump stations in system 0 # Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building 0 How many pump/vacuum stations have: # A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed? 0 # A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? 3 For pump stations inspected: Are they secure with restricted access? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Do they all have telemetry installed? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the telemetry system functional? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the sign include Owner Name? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pump station identifier? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Address? ❑ ❑ ❑ Instructions for notification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ 24-hour emergency contact numbers? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are audio and visual alarms present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are audio and visual alarms operable? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If tested during inspection, did it function properly? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # If Yes, is there a distribution plan? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan? # Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Do pump station logs include at a minimum: Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Inspecting and exercising all valves? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 5 of 6 DocuSign Envelope ID: 33CA2C72-792B-4528-8EE0-58B4302FF59E Permit: WQCSD0663 Owner - Facility: Aqua North Carolina Inc Inspection Date: 07/01/2021 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Comment: All three pump stations have surrounding chain link fencing with lockable gates. All three stations also have audible and visual alarms as well as telemetry systems which were functional during the inspection. Pump Stations A & B are equipped with diesel powered generators for backup power. The generators were tested during the inspection and operated satisfactorily. Pump Station C is equipped with outlets for connection to a portable generator. Potable water spigots are also present at each of the pump stations although RPZ backflow prevent devices are located on each line at each of the stations. Page 6 of 6