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NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Pat McCrory Donald R. van der Vaart Governor Secretary RECEIVEDINCOENRIDWR June .4, 2015 Mr, Steve L. Walker N.C. Lions, Inc, P.O. Box 39 SherrillFord, NC 28673-0039 3 1,4 0 2 0 15 waRos mooRrsvILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0044253 Camp Dogwood WWTP Catawba County Class WW-2 Dear Mr. Walker; Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal. of the subject permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit, This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently am e n de d). 2015. This final permit includes no major changes from the draft permit sent to you on April 8, 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 Ad„ministrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-671.4). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding. Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please. contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (919) 807- (3.391. cc: Central Files Mooresville Regional Office NPDES Unit Since ly, S. Jay Zimmerman, Director Division of Water Resources 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleig,h, North Carona 276991617 512 North Satsbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604 Phone: 919 807-6300 /. FAX 919 807- p://portelncdenr,orgiwehluvo An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Acton Employer- 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper Permit NC0044253• 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 Ionger effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein. North Carolina Lions, Inc. is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.010 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following components: • Manual bar screen + Activated sludge aeration basin (10,000 gallons) • Clarifier with skimmer 85 air lift sludge return (1000 gallons) ♦ Tablet chlorination with contact chamber (200 gallons) • Tablet dechlorination This facility is located at the Camp Dogwood WWTP off Camp Dogwood Drive near Sherrills Ford in Catawba County. 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman, classified WS-IV 86 B CA waters in hydrologic unit 03010503 of the Catawba River Basin. Page 2 of 6 Permit NC0044253 Part I A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS [15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.] During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge 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 Location Flow [50050] 0.01 MGD Weekly Instantaneous Influent or Effluent BOD, 5-day (20°C) [00310] 30.0 mg/L 45.0 mglL Weekly Grab Effluent Total Suspended Solids [005301 30.0 mglL 45.0 mglL Weekly Grab Effluent NH3 as N [006101 2/Month Grab Effluent Fecal Coliform , [31616] (geometric mean) 200 / 100 nil 400 / 100 ml .. Weekly Grab Effluent Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)2 [50060] 28 pgIL 2/Week Grab Effluent Temperature (°C) [00010] Weekly Grab Effluent H [004001 > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units Weekly Grab . Effluent Footnotes: 1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin submitting discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system [see A. (3)]. 2. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including field -certified]. Effluent values < 50 lig/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. A. (2) SPECIAL CONDITION - Spill Notification [G.S. 143-215.1C.] (a) Contacting Public Health Directors The facility must notify the Iredell and Mecklenburg County Public Health Directors within 12 hours of first knowledge by the owner/operator of any discharge of untreated wastewater to waters of the State or a discharge from the wastewater treatment plant that has not received adequate disinfection due to a malfunctioning treatment unit. The County Public Health Directors can be contacted using the following information: Page 3 of 6 Permit NC0044253 Current Information for Iredell and Mecklenburg County Health Directors Iredell County Health Director 318 Turnersburg Highway Statesville, NC 28625 Phone Number: 704-878-5300 (b) Public Notification Mecklenburg County Health Director 249 Billingsley Road Charlotte, NC 28211 Phone number: 704-336-4700 The facility must notify the public of untreated wastewater spills. Wastewater facility owners or operators must issue a press release after a discharge to surface waters of 1,000 gallons within 24 hours of first knowledge of the spill by the owner/operator. The press release must be issued to "all electronic and print news media outlets that provide general coverage in the counties (Iredell, and Mecklenburg) where the discharge occurred." A copy of the press release must be maintained for one year by the owner/operator. This press release is required in addition to the permit requirement of contacting the Division (DWR). If a discharge of 15,000 gallons or more reaches surface water, a public notice is required in addition to the press release. The public notice must be placed in a newspaper having general circulation in the County in which the discharge occurred and the county immediately downstream. The owner or operator shall publish the notice within 10 days after the Secretary has determined the countries that are significantly affected by the discharge and approved the form and content of the notice and the newspaper in which the notice is to be published. At a minimum the notice should be published in the newspaper of general circulation in Iredell, and Mecklenburg Counties. If a discharge of 1,000,000 gallons of wastewater or more reaches surface waters, the NC DENR Mooresville Regional Office must be contacted to determine in what additional counties, if any, a public notice must be published. A copy of these public notices and proof of publication must be sent to the DWR within 30 days of publication. The copy should be sent to the following address: NC DENR / DWR / PERCS Unit 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 The minimum content of the notice is the location of the discharge, estimated volume, water body affected and steps taken to prevent future discharges. A. (3) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS [NCGS 143-215.1 (b)] Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Division anticipates that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation. Page 4 of 6 Permit NC0044253 NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits): • Section B. (11.) Signatory Requirements • Section D. (2.) Reporting • Section D. (6.) Records Retention • Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports 1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) fall Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application. Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer -printed eDMR to the following address: NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Information Processing Unit ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above. Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re- applies for and is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division. Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements is found on the following web page: http: / / portal.ncdenr.org /web /wq / admire/bog /ipu / edmr Regardless of the submission method, 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. Page 5 of 6 Permit NC0044253 2. Signatory Requirements [Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) and supersedes Section B. (11.) (d)l All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part II, Section B. (11.) (a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR reporting purposes. For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page: http: / /portal.ncdenr.orgJweb/wq/admin/bog/ipu/edmr Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED: "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." 3. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.11 The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.41]. Page 6 of 6 Latitude: 35°30'50" Longitude: 80°O l ' 05" Quad # E14SE Stream Class: WS-1V & 13 CA Subbasin: 30832 Receiving Stream: Mountain Creek NC0044253 Camp Dogwood Location �1 Location North SCALE 1:24000 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page I of 18 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. These samples shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period. 3/Week Samples arc collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period. Act or "the Act" The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 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 Week The period from Sunday through the following Saturday. 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 coIIected 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 Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 2 of.18 (4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply: > Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters ➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour. ➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period. ➢ Pcrmittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling period. Continuous flow measurement Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. 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. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also "Composite Sample," above.) Daily Maximum The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month. Daily Sampling Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s). DWR or "the Division" The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Effluent Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source whether treated or untreated. EMC The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission EPA The United States Environmental Protection Agency Facility Closure Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded. Geometric Mean The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 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). Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 3 of 18 Hazardous Substance Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA. Instantaneous flow measurement The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow arc representative of the discharge during that sampling period. 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 or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges. Permit Issuing Authority The Director of the Division of Water Resources. Quarterly Average (concentration limit) The arithmetic mean 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)(I) of the CWA. Upset An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with permit effluent Iimitations 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 or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges. Section B. General Conditions I. Duty to Comply The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41]. a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section 405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement. b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)] c. The CWA 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 Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 4 of.I8 imprisonment of not more than I year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)] d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal 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. [33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)] e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or both. An organization, as 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] 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 1 violations are not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed $37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 13 19(g)(2) and 40 CFR I 22.4I (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 with 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 ILC.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures" (Part I1.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permitter 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 Permitter 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. g• Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 5of18 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 Permitter 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 Permittec 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 unless permission for a later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be submitted Iater than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] 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 Ieast 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: (1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president; secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term environmental compliance with environmental Iaws 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 . (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 offcial [40 CFR 122.22]. b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A person is a duly authorized representative 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] Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 6 of 18 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]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED: "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. 1 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 I22.41(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 02H .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 02H .0105(b)(2) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit. Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls 1. Certified Operator Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]: a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at least equivalent to the type and grade of the system; b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation requirements are twice per year; and c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission (or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified. operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC): (I) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or (2) within 120 calendar days following: > receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC) of the proper type and grade; or ➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC). Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 7 of 18 (3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating at least one of the responsibilities. The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must: ➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment facility must be visited at Ieast weekly ➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204. The ORC of each Class I1, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must: ➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays ➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility ➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204. 2. Proper Operation and Maintenance The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the 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)]. NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a member of the Permittee's staff. 3. Need to Halt or 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 Permittce 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 Permittce 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 instaIIed 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. Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 8 oil 8 (3) The Permit Issuing. Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, alter considering its adverse effects, if the Permit Issuing A uthority determines that it will Meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph e. (B.) of this section. S. Upsets a. Effect of an upset [40 CTR 122.41(0(2)1: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology based. permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph h, of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review aclaims that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action. subject to judicial review. b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permitter who wishes to establish the affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properlysigned, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant. evidence that.: .(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittce can identify the causc(s) oF thc upset; (2) he Permittec facility was at the time being properly operated; and (3) 'Ihe Penn:Mee submitted notice of the upset as required. in Part I 1.F.6.(b) of this permit. (4) The .Permittee complied with any remedial measures .required under Part 11.132. of this permit c. Burden of proof [40 (FR 122,41(0(4)1 The Permittee seekin.g 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 vvastewaters shall be utilizedfdispo.sed of in accordance with NCGS 1.43-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United. States except as permitted by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR. 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid 'Waste Landfills; and I.5A NCAC Subchapter 2T„ Waste Not Discharged To Surface Waters. 'The Permittee shall notify the .Pcmitt Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal practices.. 7. Power Failures The Permince is responsible 1r maintaining adequate safeguards (as rcquircd by 15A. N(AC 0214 .0124) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treatedwastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, s.tandby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent. Section D. Monitoring and .Rerords, Rwescntatiye Sampling Samples collected and measurements taken, as required heicM, shall he representative of the permitted discharge, Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified i.n this permit and, unless otherwise specified, befrue the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, 'body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be .changed without non:fication to and the approval of the Penna. Issuing Authority [40 CTR 122.41.(1)1. 2. .R.c1POrtin Monitoring results obtained during the previous monthis) shalt he summarized for each month and reported on a monthly Discharge .Monitoring Report (DM.R) Form (MR 1., LI, 2, 3) or alternative fonns approved by the Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.. The first DMR is due on the last day nt the month t011owing the issuance of the permit or in the case of a n.ew facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed (.‘,oplies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the .follovving address: Version 11/09/20111 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 9 of 18 NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting 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 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 Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information regarding laboratory certifications. Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field parameter laboratory certifications. Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the 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 CWA (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 revels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive (method with the Iowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used. 5. Penalties for Tampering The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this 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 ➢ alI 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 shaII 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]. Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 10 of,l8 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; 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, at reasonable times, 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 CWA, 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 shalt 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); or c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Pcrmittec'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 Permitter 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 without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.I, in particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute. Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 11 of 18 5. Monitoring Reports Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.4I (1)(4)]. a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part 11.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 using test procedures approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shaII be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR. 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 thc 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(I)(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 (800) 662-7956, (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. 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(I)(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 thc 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 Iine, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit. 10. Availability of Reports Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-2I5.3 (a)(2) or Section 308-of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Division_ As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143- 215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act. Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 12 of J 8 11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports The CWA 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 S25,000 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 primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1 C). 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 rcport 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. The report shall be sent to: NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section ATTENTION: Central Files 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Version 1 1/09/201 1. 1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 13of18 PART III OTHER REQUIREMENTS Section A. Construction a. 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 (1) the Division has issued an Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements under Item b. of this Section. b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct, treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation. c. 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, 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 pg/L); (2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolcin and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one miIIigram 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 Iimited 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) Onc milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony; (3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application. Section D. Facility Closure Requirements The Permittee must notify the Division at Least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the permitted facility. Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 14ofJ8 PART IV SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES Section A. Definitions In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities: Indirect Discharge or Industrial User Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section 307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)] Interference Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittec's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02FI .0903(b)(14)] Pass Through A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)] Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW) A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization. This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T .0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)] "Significant Industrial User" or "SIU" An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(33)]: 1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or 2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS and ammonia; or 3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or 4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options; 5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a Significant Industrial User (SIU); or 6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a non -significant categorical Industrial User. Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 15 of 18 All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the foIIowing [40 CFR 122.42(b)1: 1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and 2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit. 3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW. Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users. 1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users discharging to the POTW may be present in the 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. Prohibited Discharges a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5(a)(1)] b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]: • (1) 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; (2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower;',, than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges; (3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in Interference; (4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW; (5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no cast 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; (6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause Interference or Pass Through; (7) 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; or (8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW. c. The Permittec shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or the operation of the POTW. The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance, Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 16 of 18 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 User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)] 5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretrcatmcnt Program as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the - approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate. Section D. Pretreatment Programs Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44(j)(2)] The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3. 1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) The Permittce shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [I5A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(I) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)] 2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS) The Permittce shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44(j)(1)], including identification of all Industrial Uscrs that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the IWS for the Permittec shall address ail satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 021-1 .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(0(2) and 403.9] 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 Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905] 4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (Le., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are Version 11/09/2011.1 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 1.7' of 1.8 enforceable Pretreastrrrent Staandards a,s define by 40 C"1°ll. [1 .: (l ).. [ 1 SA. NCAC O'211 m0903(b) 1f1 xC1C:>t15 and .0906(b)(4)1 5. Industn a) .s,cr t te:treat;iii rat _permits & Allocat) ta) 1 1( In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Pennittce shall issue to all aignzltcant Indus. operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the. Pernnttec's collection system, or treat permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, retorting requirements, appropriate standard an conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control techooi( assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all a.pplicahlc pretreatment standards and requirements. 1'ermittec shall maintaain a current Allocation Table (A'l") which summarizes the results of the 11WA and the hmi front all IUPs. Perr fitted. 111P loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the PO°TW°` as determined by the 111V°"A, [15A Nf7,AC 0211 .0906(b)(6), .'0909, .0916, and .0917 40 CFR 4,03.5, 403,8(0(1)(i'n), NCGS 143-215.67(a)] 6, titliortzta(icrn to (`eons r let (At('-) The Perrtritice hall cttsiare that. an A.utl°aorization to Cons rust permit (At('1 i;s issued to all alalalic aiblc Ind:utit.nal Users for the construe ticrn cir modification of any pretreaattiietrt facility. Prior to the issitatrc..e cafan:AtC:, the proposed pretreatment facility° and treatment process must he evaluated for its capacity to comply with all lndusiriatl l.iser Pt etreatment l ei°rnit (IUP) limitations. [1 S.A NCAC 0211 .04)06('h)(7) and ,0905 NC 143- .15.1(a)(8)1 7. P() TW" 1rah; The Permit approved pre,trea compliance with. Pcmi.ittee must: a. Inspect all Significant :industrial Users (Sills) at least once per calendaa° year; b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at leas once per calendar year for parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCA.0 .0908(e); and e. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categurica compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR. 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revo significant. 8. 11 ,S l ' I±« aatritsr 'In and Reporting "The Pennittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applieahle monitoring and repo requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment peer NCAC 0211 ,0908„ [15.A NCAC 02.11 0906(h)(51 and .0905. 40 CFR 403,80)(1 kv) and (2)0n); 40 C'l71 122.44(0(2) and 40 CFR. 403.1.21 9, Lnforccment Response. Plaan tER„t'j I'lte. Pcrmittee shall enforce and obtain aalslrre priatc rcruaeelic.s for violations of all pretreatment standards~ promulgated pursuant to section:307(lz) a,utel (c.) eat"tlica C"°i . (40 CFR. 405 et, seq.), prohibitive discharge standards as wet.forth in 40 CFR 403,5 and 1 5A NCAC ti211 .(?9(}t`, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment. requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the, l nforecmcnt. Response Plan (VR.P) approved by the I.)ivisior'i, [15A NC"A.0 02.11 .0903(h)(7), .0906(h)(8) and ,0905; 40 (.7„FR 403,8(0(5)1 Pretreatment Annual Reports j) The Pe nni'ttee shall report to the reports, Modified Pretreatment. Prot partial annual report 'or to meet with Divis requirements and other pretreatment i.unplcmentat For all other active pretreatment prograaa s, the Pc (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the prey°ious calendar year to the Division. at the following address:. tt of their nduct inspection, surveillance„ and monitoring activities as described in its Division program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial plwaable pretreatment standards,. [15A. NCAC 0211..0908(e); 40 CI°R.403.8(t)(2)(v) The in rn .accordance vs U permit -limited atrial User for e. the designation as th 15A NCA(' 02.11 .0908. In lieu of sibmittin,a aa,nnual ed under I S.A NCAC 02.11 .0904 (h) may be required to sul eriodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment uhmil; two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report 2011.1 NPDIES Perm t Standard Conditions 8 of l z; NC DI..NR. Division of Water 1esttttrces ' ° atr Quality Pen tiling Section Pretreatment, Emergency .R.esponse, and Co lion Systems (PP.RCS)'Unit 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, h, North Carolina 27699,-1617 These reports shall he submitted by March 1. ofe,ach year and shall contain the folio a Narn~a.tive A narrative summary dct a.ili ..g actions taken, cnr proposed, by the Permittee to correct significa,at non- compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreat:mcnt requirements; b. P. d. _ram Summary (PPS) m summary (PPS) on forms or in pintnn Rcjrort (SKID nificant. noncompliance (SNG nature of the violations on farrtns ot° inn t finrtnaat. provided by the Divis serial Data Sumrna.. A list oftndustrial y both tlnc, PC)1`4' and the Signi analytical results nnust he relaenrted on Industrial Data Sttntnnnaaty, f ornns (If provided by the Divisions 7vidcd by the Division.; eguiremcnts, and the ral Use-yrs (SIEfs). 'These other font ns of in a format ea Other Inin tnation. Copies of the PC)"'FW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedta c.s, notice tat' lUs in SNC, a summary of data or other inf«rnnauon related to significant noncompliance determinations for I.Us that are not considered SlUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment innplcrncntation requirements of this permit; 1 1 . Public Notice The Permittce shall publish annually a list of Industrial I stirs (Il„1s) that were in ig nitocant. noncompliance (SNC ) as defined in the Permittec's Division-apovcd.:Sewer Use 0rdiminee with applicable ,pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period* This list shall he published within four months of'the applicable twelve-month period, [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34),, .0908(h)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(viii)] 1 Record Keeping 'I"hc Permi.ttcc shall retain for a MI ninnum of three years record, of morn activities attad results, aticattg with support information including general record~, water quality records, and records of industrial itrnln<tct on the par W and shall retain all tither Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A .NCAC 021~l r0e)ttl(f1. [15A NCAC 0211 .0908( ; 40 CFR 403.12(01] 1.3 Prelreatrnetnt. Pro ra y, otar c The Permit tc:a °'It anll mainttrint aadegntattc fu ndin aanad c(uahfic.d. personnel to acconnplish the ohiectives anf" I't* approved 02.14 pretreatment program and retain a waritten descript v0906(h)(9) and (10) and ,0905; 40 CI'R 403.8(0(3 14. M.odifieation to Pretreatment. els of inspectionfl [15. Modifications to the approved pretre:attanennt program including but not Iintited ica lcacal limits rn'toditications, P01 W monitoring of their Significant lndustrial l.isers (4I[,is), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall he considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 0211 .0114 an .5A NCAC 02II .0907. Version 11/09/2011,1 Beverly Eaves Perdue Governor Mr, Steve L, Walker N.C, Lions Foundation P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, N,C, 2 3673-0039 Dear Mr. Walker: NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Director Secretary April 1, 2010 Subject: ice of NPDES Permit NC0044253 Camp Dogwood WWTP Catawba 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 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 October 15, 2007 ('or as subsequently amended). This final permit includes no changes frorrt the draft permit sent to you on February 3, 2010. 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. Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissua.nce 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 (919) 807-6391, cc: Central Files Mooresville Regional 0fce/Surface iva.ter Protection NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919 807-6300I FAX 919 807-6495 / lnte nets w w ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity/'Affirmative Action Employer - 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper One NOrthCara1i a ,rr Vat ra/I j Permit NC0044253 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 o 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 7 North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the Camp Dogwood WWTP 7050 Camp Dogwood Drive Sherrills Ford Catawba County to receiving waters designated as the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman in subbasin 03-08-32 of the Catawba 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 May 1, 2010. This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on April 30, 2015. Signed this day April 1, 2010 en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission , Permit NC0044253 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'induded'herein.• The North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.010 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following components: • Manual bar screen • Activated sludge aeration basin (10,000 gallons) • Clarifier with skimmer & air lift sludge return (1000 gallons) • Tablet chlorination • Tablet dechlorination This facility is located at the Camp Dogwood WWTP off Camp Dogwood Drive near r Sherrills Ford in Catawba County. 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman, classified WS-IV & B CA waters in hydrologic unit 03010503 of the Catawba River Basin. Latitude: 35'30'50" Longitude: 80'01'05" Quad # El4SE Stream Class: WS-IV & B CA Subbasin: 30832 Receiving Stream: Mountain Creek NC0044253 Camp Dogwood SCALE 1:24000 Permit NC0044253 A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below: PARAMETER i LIMITS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS •0 ponthly Average Daily Maximum Measuiement Frequency Sample Type ' Sample Location Flow 0.010 MGD Weekly Instantaneous Influent or Effluent BOD, 5-day (20°C) 30.0 mglL 45.0 mg/L Weekly Grab Effluent Total Suspended Solids 30.0 mglL 45.0 mglL Weekly Grab Effluent NH3 as N 2/Month Grab Effluent Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 2001100 ml 4001100 ml Weekly Grab Effluent Total Residual Chlorine1 28 pgfL 2lWeek Grab Effluent Temperature (°C) • Weekly Grab i Effluent pH > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units Weekly Grab Effluent Footnotes: 1. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory [including field -certified]. Effluent values below 50 µg/L will be treated as zero for compliance purposes. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. A. (2) SPECIAL CONDITION — Spill Notification (a) Contacting Public Health Directors The Permittee must notify the Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg County Public Health Directors within 12 hours of first knowledge by the owner/operator of any dischatge of untreated wastewater to waters of the State or a discharge from the wastewater treatment plant that has not received adequate disinfection due to a malfunctioning treatment unit. The County Public Health Directors can be contacted using the following information: Catawba County Health Director 3070 Eleventh Avenue Drive SE Hickory, NC 28602 828 695-5800 Lincoln County Health Director 151 Sigmon Road Lincolnton, NC 28092 704 736-8634 [continued on next page] Iredell County Health Director 318 Turnersburg Highway Statesville, NC 28625 704 878-5300 Mecklenburg County Health Director 700 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 704 336-5102 Permit NC0044253 A. (2) SPECIAL CONDITION — Spill Notification [continued] .ic Notification The Perrnittee must notify. the public of untreated wastewater spills. Wastewater facility owners or, operators must issue a press release after a discharge to surface waters of 1,000 gallons within 48 hours of first knowledge of the spill by the owner/operator. The press release must be issued to "all electronic and print news media outlets that provide general coverage in the counties (Catawba, iredell, Lincoln. and Mecklenburg) where the discharge occurred," A copy of the press release must be maintained for one year by the Perrnittee. This press release is required„in addition to, the permit requirement of contacting the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ). If a discharge of 15,000 gallons or more reaches surface water, a public notice is required in addition to the press release. The public notice must be placed in a newspaper having general circulation in the County in which the discharge occurred and the county immediately downstream. At a minimum the notice should be published in the newspaper of general circulation in Catawiba, iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg Counties. If a discharge of 1,000,000 gallons of wastewater or more reaches surface waters, the DWQ regional office must be contacted to determine in what additional counties, if any, a public notice must be published. A copy of these public notices and proof of publication .must be sent to the DWQ to the attention of "Non Discharge Compliance Enforcement Unit" at the letterhead address within 30 days of publication. The minimum content of dienotice is the location of the discharge, estimated volume, water body affected and steps taken to prevent future discharges. NPDES Permit. Standard Conditions Page 1 of 18 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. These samples shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period. 3/Week Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period. Act or "the Act" The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 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 Week The period from Sunday through the following Saturday. 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 Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 2of18 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. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply: > Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters ➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour. > Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period. ➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling period. Continuous flow measurement 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 122.2) 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. 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. EPA The United States Environmental Protection Agency Facility Closure Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded. Geometric Mean The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]' shall be considered =1. Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 3of18 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 311 of the CWA. 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. 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 CWA. 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 CWA 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 CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section 405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement. Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page4of18 b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402 (a) (3) or 402 (b) (8) of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319 (d) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)] c. The CWA 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 secdon 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. [33 USC 1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)] d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal 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. [33 USC 1319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)] e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine ofnot 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 clanger 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)] E 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 condidon or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under secdon 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed $37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1219 (g) (2) and 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 with 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 I.I. C. 5) and "Power Failures" (Part IL 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 Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 5of18 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. 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 150E-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 Iater 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 corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 6 of 18 term environinental 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 . (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 [40 CFR 122.221. b. 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 faciliry 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 122,221 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,122.221 d. Certification. Any person signing. a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following certification [40 CFR. 122.22]. N() OTTIER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION Will., BE ACCEPTED: "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. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations." 12. Pemit &nous 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. (Q. 13. Pertnit 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 214.0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al 14. Annual_Admin and • " ce Monitorin , The Pcrrnittee 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 15.A NCAC 2.11.0105 (b) (2) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit. Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 7of18 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 CIass I facility must ➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment facility must be visited at least weekly ➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204. The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must: ➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays ➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility ➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204. Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the operator in responsible charge: a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system b. Within 120 calendar days of: ➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new ORC and back-up ORC ➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC. 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 Iaboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)]. NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a member of the Pernuttee's staff. 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)1 Version 7/2009 NPDILS Permit Standard Conditions Page 8 of 18 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 (1) Anticipated bypass. If the Perrrnttee 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 Pcrtmt Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against a Perrnittee for bypass, unless: (A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage; (B) There were no feasible alternative 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 'Pemiittee 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 niay 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. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)1. An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial review. b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who 'wishes. to establish the -affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant evidence that: (1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset; (2) 'flee 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) of this permit. (4) The Permittee .complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit, c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)1: The Perrnittee 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 Version 7/2409 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 9of18 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 I5A NCAC 2H.0124) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent. Section D. Monitoring and Records 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 (l)]. 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 I, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, postmarked no later than the Iast calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period_ The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the 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 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 Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lab/cert.htm) for information regarding laboratory certifications. Version 7/2009 NP :S, Permit Standard Conditions Page 1.0 of 18 Personnel conducting testing of field -certified parameters. must hold the appropriate field parameter certifications. Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS 143-21.5.6,3 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (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 pernitt, 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 CWA 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 122.411. 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 )0 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; 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; Enter upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated .facility or activity is located or conducted, or records must be kept under the conditions of this permit; Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 11 of 18 b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit; c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit•, and d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)]. Section E 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. b. c. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR 122.29 (b); or 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). 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 to the permitted facility or other activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (l) (2)]. 4. Transfers This permit is not transferable to any person without approval from the Director. The Director may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the CWA [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 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)]. Version 7I2009 NPDE;',S Permit Standard Conditions Page 12 of 18. b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis, f r reports under this section if the oral report has been received within 24 hours, Occurrences outsidenorrnal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency :Response personnel at (8t$) 662-79'56, (800) 85840368 or (919) 733-3300, 7. Other ,Nopcompliance The 'Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part IL E. 5 and 6, of this perirut at the time monitoring reports arc submitted. The reports shall .contain the information listed in Part IL E. 6. of this permit [40 CFR 122..41 (1) (7)1„ 8 Othe 'here the Pennittee 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 (I) (8)1. mpliance 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 .whichresults in the discharge of significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances. b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc. c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall alsoa1oi1e a written report within 5 days :following first knowledge of the occurrence, 10, Availability of Reports Except for data determined to he confidential under NCGS 143-215,3 (a)(2) or Sect, 308 of the Federal Act, 33 1...JSC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-25,1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal itet 11 Peniats for Falsification of Rr 'The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representaticm, or certification in any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring :reports or reports of compliance or :noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisoninent for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.411. 17. - e. nee R.worts, Pernuttees 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,. Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 13 of 18 The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after theend of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for evaluation.. • The report shall be sent to: NC DENR / DWQ / Central Files 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 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, 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 .g/L); (2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter (500 lig/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 pg/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 Ieast 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 Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 1.4 of 18 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. Definitions In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities: Indirect Discharge or industrial 7.ser Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section 307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3. (b) (i) and (j)] In terference Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the POTW's NPDES Permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 2110903 (b) (13)] Pass Through A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with. discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of the POT NPDES permit, or of an instream water quality standard. [-15A NCAC 2H.0903 (b) (23)] Public ' Owned Tre orks 0 A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, owned by a State or local government entity. This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes sewers, pipes, and other conveyances only if they convey wastewater to a POTW. The term also means the local government entity, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges to and the discharges from such a treatment works. [15A NCAC 21.1,0903 (b) (27)] "Significant Industrial User" or An industrial user that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15.A NCAC 2H,0903 (b) (34)]: (a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary, noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) or; (b) contributes rnore than 5 percent of the design flow of the POTW treatment plant or more than 5 percent of the maximum allowable headworks loading of the POTW treatment plant for any pollutant of concern, or; (c) is required to meet a national categorical pretreatment standard, or; (d) is, regardless of Parts (a), (b), and (c) of this definition, otherwise determined by the POTW, the Division, or the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the POTW1s operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement or POTW's receiving stream standard, or to limit the POT sludge disposal options. Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs) All POTWS are required to prevent the introduction of pollutants into the POTW which will interfere with the operation of the POTW, including interference with its use or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass through the treatment works or otherwise be incompatible with such treatment works. [40 CFR 403.2] All'POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b)]: Version 7/2009 J NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 15 of 18 1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, including pump and hauled waste, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants; and 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 that may result from the change of the quantity or quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW. Section C. 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. Prohibited Discharges a. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 2H.0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40 CFR 403.5 (a) (1)1 b. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5 (b)]: 1. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to, 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; 2. Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges; 3. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in Interference; 4. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW; 5. Heat in amounts which will may inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits; 6. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause interference or pass through; 7. 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; 8. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW. c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the WWTP, including slug loads and other unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or the operation of the WWTP. The Permittee shall report such discharges into the WWTP to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge, the investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 16 of 1.8 and tirnes; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue, and steps taken or planned. to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance, 3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by the Perrnittee 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 Perrnittee shall require any industrial discharger sending its effluent to the permitted system to meet Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and locally derived limits and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new Pretreatment Program or a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as required under section D below as well as I5A NCAC 21-1.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)1 5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved :POIW Pretreatment 'Program, or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA and implementing rcgulauons or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate Section D. Pretreatment Programs Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402 (b) (8) of the 'CAVA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403, North Carolina General Statute '143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 211.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR. 122,44 (j) (2)] The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA, 40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 2H.0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial .provisions contained in its pret„reatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC .21+0903 and 40 CFR, .403.3. 1. Sewer 'Use Ordinance (S1.30 The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A NCAC 2E1.0905 and .0906; 40CFR 403.8, (f) (1) and 403.9 (1), (2)1 Industrial Waste Survey ( WS) The permittee shall implement an INVS cons ring of the survey of users of the POTVV, as required by 40 CFR 403.8 (f), (2) (i-iii) and 15A NCAC 211.0905 [also .40 CFR 12.2.44. (j) (1)1, including identification of all industrial users and the character and amount of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these industrial users and identification of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Perrnittee shall submit a summary of its I\X'S activities to the Division at least. once every five years, and as required by the Division. The .IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph 13, 2, c, of this Part. 3, 1\1oniton 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.). [15.A NCAC 2H,0906 (b) (2) and .0905] 4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and 1.„,ocal Limits The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a EWA. at least once every five years, and as required by the Division. Within 18C1 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the Version 7/2009 NPDES Permit Standard. Conditions Page 17 of 18 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 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5 (c) and 15A NCAC 214.0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5 (a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 211.0909.. Industrial User Pretgetment..Permits (IUP).&Allocation Table In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all significant industrial users, petits 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 HWA and the limits from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2H.0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8 (f) (1) (iii); NCGS 143- 215.67 (a)] G. Authorizataotn, to Con CAt `) The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct pert (AtC) its issued to applicable industrial users for the construction or modification f 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, [15A NCAC 2H.0906 (b) (6) and .0905; NCGS 1.43- 215..1 (a) (8)] 9. POTW. Inspection & Monito •- , g of their IJ:J The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surer, once, 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. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(d); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] 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 pemdt 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 at least once per calendar year; For the purposes es of this paragraph, "organic compounds" means the types of compounds listed in 40 CFR 136,3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended. IU Se If Monitoring and I.epgrzing. 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. [15A NCAC 2I-1 .0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403,8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(th); 40 CFR 122.440)(2)] tees ei fore and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards pro nttxlg red 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 211.0909, and specific local limitations. All. enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 2H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; 40 CFR 4038(f)(5)] 10. treatment Annual _ (PAM The Permittee shall report to the. Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H..0908. In lieu of submitting annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Prograttns developed under, 15A NCAC 211 .0904 (b) may be required to submit a partial annual report or to meet with. Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues. Version 7009 For all other active pretreatment prograi Report (PAR) describing its pretreattneir following address. NC DENR / DWQ / Pretteatrnen 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 eports shall be submitted acco NPDES Permit Standard Conditions Page 18 of 18 the Permittee shall submit tcv copies of a Pretreatment Annual. activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the Emergency Response, and Collection Systems Unit (PERCS) schedule established by the Director and shall contain the ah) Narxative A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Industrial Users (IUs) iin Siflnifican Non -Compliance (SNC); b.) Pretreatment Program $urn A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific {opus approvedby the Division; Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCK) The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations oil specific f`orns approved by the Division; d.) Itdustrial Data:Surntn�A « Forms (IDSF) Monitoring data from samples collected by both. the POW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU) and any monitoring data for other Industrial Users (lUs) in SNC. These analytical results must be reportedSummary (IDSF)p approved by the Division; on. Industrial. Data Farms i�S • or others specific format Other Information Copies of the POTf's allocation table; new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of IUs 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 Industrial Users (IUs) that were in Significant Nan -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment irerrients and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four s of the applicable twelve-month period. 12. 90 The Perniitl ee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results; along with. support `inforttnation including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the POTW. [15A NCAC 2H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(0)1 13. Funding arid Financial R.pon The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish die objectives of its approved. pretreatment prtigratn. [1SA NCAC 2H .0906(a) and .0905;. 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)} 14. Modification to Ptrrigtit 1?rogratn§. Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Planmodificauoas, shall be considered a 'permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 214 .0114 and 15A NCAC 2H .0907. Veti 7'9 ANA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Qua. Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins man Governor director etary Mr. Steve Walker North Carolina Lions Foundations, Inc. P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, N.C. 28673-0039 Dear Mr, Walker: April 1, 2009 -Buda Subject: Modification. o Camp Dogwood Catawba County Division personnel have reviewed and approved your request to modify the subject permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-21.5.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between. North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended). This anodised permit includes the following changes from your current permit: ➢ Fecal Coliform samples will be collected weekly in all months, The requirement for daily sampling during the summer months has been deleted, based uponyour facility's performance over the past 2 years. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this modification 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. 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 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 (9191 807-6391,. Sincerely, oleen H. Sullins cc: Central Files Mooresville Regional Office / Surface Water Protection7. NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh North Caro na 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone; 919 807.6300 f FAX 919 607.6495 f Internet: www.ncwaterqu,ality.org An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - 50% Recycle i10% Post Consumer Paper N©�rthCar©lina Naturally Permit NC0044253 A. (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS During the period beginning on April 1, 2009 and lasting until expiration, the Pennittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and inonitored by the Pennittee as specified below: PARAMETER Flow BOD, 5-day (20T) Total Suspenths Sotids NH3 as N Fecal Colitorm •eometric mean Total Residual Chlorines Tem erature 'C pH LIMITS Monthly Average 0,010 MGD 30,0 rng/L 30.0 mg/L 200/100 ml Daily Maximum 45.0 mg11.. 45.0 mg/ 400 28pgi. > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Measurement Sample Type Fre9uency Weekly Instantaneous Weekly Grab Weekly Grab 2/Month Grab Weekly Grab 2JWeek Grab Weekly _ Weekly Grab Grab Sample Location Influent or Efflu E Effluent Effluent Effluent Efflue Effluent_ Effluent Footnotes: 1. The Permittee shall report all effluent TRC values reported by a NC -certified laboratory 'including field -certified), Effluent values below 50 kig/I, will be treated as zero for compliance purposes. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. A. (2) SPECIAL CONDITION — Spill Notification (a) Contacting Public Health Directors The Perminee must notify the Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg County Public Health Directors within 12 hours of first knowledge by the owner/operator of any discharge of untreated wastewater to waters of the State or a discharge from the wastewater treatment plant that has not received A deq ua te disinfection due to a malfunctioning treatment unit. The County Public Health Directors can be contacted usmg the following information: Catawba County Health Director 3070 Eleventh .Avenue Drive SE Hickory, NC 28602 828 695-5800 Lincoln County Health Director 151 Sigmon Road Lincolnton, NC 28092 704 7.36-8634 [continued on next page] Iredell County .Health Director 318 Tumersburg Highway Statesville, NC 28625 704 878-5.300 Mecklenburg County Flealth Director 700 North 1 Street Charlotte, NC 28202 704 336-5102 L WA 7- Michael F. Easley, Govern 0 9 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary �G North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources rAlan W. Klimek, P. E. Director - Division of Water Quality Y DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY July 11, 2005 Mr. Steve Walker NC Lions Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673 Subject: NPDES Permit NC0044253 Camp Dogwood WWTP Catawba County Dear Mr. Walker: Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0044253 was issued on July 5, 2005 for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it is suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance is Page 4. Page 4 sets forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your discharge. Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed "Monitoring Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies, sample types and sampling locations. Upon commencement of your discharge (or operation), you must initiate the required monitoring. The monitoring results must be entered on reporting forms furnished or approved by this Agency. For new permits/facilities, the Division may supply an initial small stock of these forms; however, if you fail to receive the forms, please contact this Office as quickly as possible. The forms, including directions for their completion, and other important information are also available at http:/lh2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES/documents.html. 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 fee may be required for your facility; if so, you will receive a statement from our Raleigh Office. It is imperative that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent enforcement action or possible revocation of your permit. N"o"�` tCarolina ;Naturally ,I NCOENR N. C. Division of Water Quality, Mooresville Regional Office, 610 E. Center Ave. Suite 30I, Mooresville NC 28115 (704) 663-1699 Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 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. To maintain compliance with discharge limitations, proper operation and maintenance of a wastewater treatment facility and the development of a process control program are essential. For those facilities having chlorine tablet disinfection, please be advised that chlorine tablets approved for wastewater treatment use must be used; swimming pool tablets are not approved. Also, be advised that DWQ staff need to have access to the facility's discharge point into the receiving stream; please maintain a path along the outfall line to facilitate that access. • 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 I of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not automatically transferable. f f 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, *� k D. Rex Gleason, P.E. 1 Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor Michae _ w 0,, DEPT NCDENR 1�1I T AarU,r' North Carolina Department of Environment and Natura Division of Water Quality F. Easley, Governor July 7, 2005 Mr. Steve L. Walker NC Lions Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 23('73 Dear Mr. Walker: Resources William G, Ross, Jr., Secretary Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0044253 Camp Dogwood W WTP Catawba. County Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the suect permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 199 4 for as subsequently. amended). This final permit includes no major changes from the Trait per rut sent to you on May 1.1,, 2005: The Daily Maximinn limit for Total Residual Chlorine. takes effect on February 1, 2007. iv The Division cannot grant your request to eliminate weekend sanap:iing for Fecal Coliforrrr during the summer months. The policy for all discharges must be applied consistently so that the data collected can be evaluated fairly. Deviation from this policy could subject your facility and/or the Division to third -party litigation from citizen groups; the existing policy was developed in the aftermath of such litigation. After you collect daily summer data for 2 years, you can request that the Division re-evaluate the daily monitoring requirement. Any non-compliance during that period will reduce. the chances that the daily monitoring can be removed. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requir unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upo days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the 0 ed in this permit are n request within t rirty (30) ten petition, confortning to of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding. Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require .modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. 'this permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which ruay 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 maybe required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Charles Weaver at telephone number (91.9) 733-5083, extension 511. Sincerely, ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Tom Belnick Alan W. Klimek, P.E. cc: Central Files Motresville'Regional Office/Surface Water Protection NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 Phone: 919 733-50831 FAX 919 733.07719 / Internet: h2o.enr,state.nc.us An Equal Opportunity/Ntirmative Action Employer - 5.0% Recycled/10%. Post Consumer Paper One NOrthCarolina !'aturaiij Permit NC0044253 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 NC Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Camp Dogwood NCSR 1849 Sherrills Ford Catawba County to receiving waters designated as the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman in the Catawba 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 August 1, 2005. This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on April 30, 2010. Signed this clay July 5, 2005. ORIGINAL SIGNED BY Tom Belnick r �• Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit NC0044253 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, anypreviouslyissued 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 NC Lions Foundation, Inc., is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.010 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following components: • Manual bar screen • Aeration basin • Clarifier with skimmer • Tablet chlorination This facility is located at the Camp Dogwood WWTP off NCSR 1849 near Sherrills Ford in Catawba County. 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman, classified WS-IV & B CA waters in the Catawba River Basin. Latitude: 35°30'50" Longitude: 80°01'05" Quad # EI4SE Stream Class: WS-IV & 13 CA Subbasin: 30832 Receiving Stream: Mountain Creek NC00442 5 3 Camp Dogwood SCALE 1:24000 Permit NC0044253 A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS During the period beginning on August 1, 2005 and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below: 7PARAMETER_- ' ' -- _ ' LIMITS' MONITORING' REQUIREMENTS ' - a m Monthly ,Average Daily q Maximum Measurement _ Frequency Sample Type _ _ w, Sample Location _ - , '' Flow 0.010 MGD Weekly Instantaneous Influent or Effluent BOD, 5-day (202C) 30.0 mgfL 45.0 mglL Weekly Grab Effluent Total Suspended Solids 30.0 mg/L 45.0 mglL Weekly Grab Effluent NH3 as N 2/Month Grab Effluent Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) [April 1— October 31 ] 2001100 ml 4001100 ml Daily1 Grab Effluent Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) [November 1— March 31 ] 200 / 100 ml 400 / 100 ml Weekly Grab Effluent Total Residual Chlorine2 28 pg/L 2/Week Grab Effluent Temperature (20) Weekly Grab - Effluent pH > 6.0 and < 9.0 standard units Weekly Grab Effluent Footnotes: 1. Daily is defined as 7 days per week including Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays during the summer months and 5 days per week during the winter months. 2. This limit will become effective February 1, 2007. Until then. the Permittee shall monitor TRC [with no effluent limit]. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. A. (2.) SPECIAL CONDITION — Spill Notification (a) Contacting Public Health Directors The Permittee must notify- the Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg County Public Health Directors within 12 hours of first knowledge by the owner/operator of any discharge of untreated 'wastewater to waters of the State or a discharge from the wastewater treatment plant that has not received adequate disinfection due to a malfunctioning treatment unit. The CountyPublic Health Directors can be contacted using the following information: Catawba County Health Director 3070 Eleventh Avenue Drive SE I-Eckory, NC 28602 828 695-5800 Lincoln County Health Director 151 Sigmon Road Lincolnton, NC 28092 704 736-8634 [continued on next page] Iredell County Health Director 318 Turners burg Highway Statesville, NC 28625 704 878-5300 Mecklenburg County Health Director 700 North Tryon Street Charlotte, NC 28202 704 336-5102 Permit NC0044253 A. (2) SPECIAL CONDITION - Spill Notification [continued] (b) Public Notification The Permittee must notify the public of untreated wastewater spills. Wastewater facility owners or operators must issue a press release after a discharge to surface waters of 1,000 gallons within 48 hours of first knowledge of the spill by the owner/operator. The press release must be issued to "all electronic and print news media outlets that provide general coverage in the counties (Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg) where the discharge occurred." A copy of the press release must be maintained for one year by the Permittee. This press release is required in addition to the permit requirement of contacting the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ. If a discharge of 15,000 gallons or more reaches surface water, a public notice is required in addition to the press release. The public notice must be placed in a newspaper having general circulation in the County in which the discharge occurred and the county immediately downstream. At a minimum the notice should be published in the newspaper of general circulation in Catawba, Iredell, Lincoln and Mecklenburg Counties. If a discharge of 1,000,000 gallons of wastewater or more reaches surface waters, the DWQ regional office must be contacted to determine in what additional counties, if any, a public notice must be published. A copy of these public notices and proof of publication must be sent to the DWQ to the attention of "Non Discharge Compliance Enforcement Unit" at the letterhead address within 30 days of publication. The minimum content of the notice is the locationof the discharge, estimated volume, water body affected and steps taken to prevent future discharges. NPDES Permit Requirements Pagel of 16 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 totnlirer, 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. Version 612012003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 2 of 16 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 samples 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 rnl 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 311 of 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. Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 3 of 16 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 perrnit 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)] Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requireriments Page 4of16 g. d. Any person who knowing violates such sections, or such conditions or ]imitations 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 inuninent 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)(13)(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] 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 Permitteeshall 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. Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 5 of 16 7. Severability The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of thi; permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the remainde 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 corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather _complete and accurate information for permit application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager in accordance with corporate procedures . (2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or (3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal execudve officer or ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22]. b.. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A person is a duly authorized representative 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] Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page6of16 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]: al 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. ! 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 nor 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 Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 7of16 b. Within 120 calendar days of: D Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new ORC and back-up ORC D 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)] • (l) 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 judgrnent 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 Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 8 of 16 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 IL 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 I, 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 Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 9 of 16 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 Iowest 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 violadon, 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 D. 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; Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 10 of IG 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 [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. Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 11 of 16 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 (800) 662-7956, (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. 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 143-215.3 (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 Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 12of16 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 143-215.1 C). 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 tteatment 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 actolein 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 (I 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 Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements Page 13 of 16 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 MUNCIPAL 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. • I. Effluent limitations are listed in Part l 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 pernut 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 Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Permit Requirements ' Page 14 of 16 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 Perrnittee 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. 2. 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 PIan 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. 5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables In accordance with NCGS 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 (AT) 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. Version 6/20/2003 NPDES Pe Requirements Page 15 of 16 Authorittop to Construct (A t9 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 roust be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. PO Inspection & Monitori, z of their 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; Self Monitoring and. Reportartg The Permittee shall require all industrial use to comply wtth the applicable m nito and reporting requirements outlined in the Division approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A NCAC 21-1.0908. 9. Fpfnrternent.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 21- .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 ISA NCAC 2H .090g 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 proarris, 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 The reports shall be submitted according' to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain fo a Narrat A brief discussion of reasotis for, status of, and actions taken for all: Significant Industria Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC); b.) Pretreatment 1 ogx a Su ('S) A pretreatment prograru stet ittiary (PPS) on spectftc forms approved by tlae Division; c.) e violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific forms approved by. the Divis d.) Industri Forms (IDSF) NPDES Permit Requires Page 96oft6 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 (IDSP) or other specific format approved by the Division; tb_�r Itt fpra�ra Copies of the POTWs 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. Pubic, 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. l eco d 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, shall trtaintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of its approved pretreatment program, 14, to Pretreatment Programs iodihcatiorts to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to locti limits modifications, P"Ct'3"' 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. SOC Priority Project: Yes_ No X To: Western NPDES Program Unit Surface Water Protection Section Attention: Dina Sprinkle Date: January 19, 2010 NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS County: Catawba NPDES Permit No.: NC0044253 PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION' 1. Facility and address: Camp Dogwood WWTP Post Office Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 2. Date of investigation: January 14, 2010 3. Report prepared by: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Environmental Engineer II 4. Person contacted and telephone number: Tony Greg, ORC, (828) 478-2135 5. Directions to site: From the jct. of Sherriis Ford Road (SR 1848) and Mount Pleasant Road (SR 1849) in eastern Catawba County, travel south on Mount Pleasant Rd. 2.0 miles. The entrance to Camp Dogwood is on the right side of Mount Pleasant Rd. The WWTP site is at the end of the entrance road on the right (north).side. 6. Discharge point(s), List for all discharge points: - Latitude: 35° 30' 50" Longitude: 80° 01' OS" Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate•treatment plant site and discharge point on map. , USGS Quad No.: E 14 SE 7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application: Yes. There is ample area available for expansion, if necessary. 8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Sloping towards Lake Norman at a rate of 2-4%. The WWT facility is located above the high water elevation of the Lake. 9. Location of nearest dwelling: Approx. 250± feet from the WWTP site. Page Two 10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Lake Norman (Catawba River) a. Classification: WS-IV, B CA b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba 030832 e. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The dischare point is in Catawba Lake, approximately 150 :feet from the shore line. PAR - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS 1: a, Volume of wastewater: 0010 MGD (Design Capacity) What is the current permitted capaCity: 0,010 MGD c. Actual treatment capacity of current facility (current design capacity): 0,010 MGD d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous ATCs issued. in the previous two years: There have been no ATCs issued to this facility in the past two years.. e. Description of existing or substantially constructed WWI' facilities: The existing WWT facilities consist of a package type WWTP containing a bar screen, aeration. basin (diffused), a secondary clarifies, tablet chlorination, and tablet de -chlorination. g Description of proposed WWT facilities: There are no additionalWWT fa:ci "'les proposed at this time. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: N/A, h.. Pretreatment. Program (POT Ws only): Not required. Residual handling and utilizationldisposal scheme: Residuals are removed when needed by Robert's Septic Tank Service and taken to Newton's WWIP for final disposal. Treatment plant classification: Class If 4 SIC Codes): 8361. 5. .N1TU Code(s): 06007 Wastewater Code 0:1 I Page Three PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION 1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)? The NC Lions Foundation (a non-profit organization) owns and operates this facility. 2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: N/A 3. Important SOC/JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: This facility is neither under an SOC nor is one being considered at this time 4. Alternative analysis evaluation a. Spray Irrigation: There is insufficient area available at this time. b. Connect to regional sewer system: None presently available to the site c. Subsurface: Insufficient area available. d. Other disposal options: There are no other known disposal options. PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS The permittee has requested renewal of the subject permit. There have been no changes to the existing WWT facilities and/or the permit since the permit was last renewed except for the addition of tablet de -chlorination. Pending review and approval by the Western NPDES Program Unit, It is recommended that the NPDES permit be renewed. 1 Signature ofeport�Preparer Date Water Quality Regional Supervisor Date Beverly Eaves Perdue Governor STEM<'E L W` LKER EXECUTIVE DLRECTOR NC LIONS FOUNDATION CAMP DOGWOOD PO BOX 39 SHERR,TTLS FORD NC 28673 Walker: AtA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coieen H. Sullins Director mr 4, 2009 Dee Freeman Secretary Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application NP'DES Permit NC0044253 NC Lions/Camp Dogwood Catawba County The NI DES Unit received, your permit renewal application on October 22, 2009. .A member of the NPDES Unit will review your application.. They vrill contact you if additional formation is required to complete your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately• 30-45 days before your -existing permit expires. If you have any additional questions concer Weaver at (919) €307-6391. cc: CENTRAL FILES Mooresville Regional 0 NPDES Unit ne vat o e subject permit, please contact Charles Dina Sprinkle Pt int Source Branch urface Water Protection 1617 Mail Service Center, Rareighr, North Carolina 9-1617 Location, 512 N. Salisbury St. R,alekrri, North Camlica 2762.4 Phone: 4 19 07-6300 ; FAX. 919-80 .6462 iii Customer Service: i r�ternec wl ovincwaterquality.arq One North Carolina ,Naturally CAMP DOGWOOD P.O. BOX 39 SHERRILLS FORD, NC 28673 October lr , 2009 Mrs. Dina Sprinkle NC DENR/DWQ/Pr int Source E3ranch. 1617 17 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Dear Mrs. Sprinkle: Please accept this 1 Wastewater Treatrnent. Pla There have been no he last permit. Sincerely, al.ker Ewen . Director NC l..,ior s Foundation ECEIVED DENR - WATER QUALITY POINT SOURCE BRAE CIS tier as a request for renewal of the Camp Do - od t NPDES Permit # NC0044253. operational or design changes at the facility since the issuance VNPDES APPLICATION - FORM D For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD Mail the complete application to: N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 NPDES Permit NC0O44253 f you are cornpleting this form to computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move fa ro one field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or 1. Contact Information: Owner Name NC Lions Foundation Facility Name Camp Dogwood Mailing Address City State / Zip Code Telephone Number Fax Number e-mail Address P.O. Box 39 Sherriils Ford NC, 28673 (828) 478-2135 (828) 478-4419 steve4nclf.org 22. Location of facility producing discharge: Check here if same address as above E) Street Address or State Road 7050 Camp Doggy©od Drive City Sherrills Ford State / Zip Code County DENR WATER 0UAL NC, 28673 Catawba 3. Operator Information: Name of the firm, public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC) Name Mailing Address City State / Zip Code Telephone Number Fax Number Steve L. Walker, Executive Director P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford NC, 28673 (828) 478-2135a (828) 478-4419 Ext 223 1 of 3 Farm-D 05/08 NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD 4. Description of wastewater: Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply): Industrial ❑ Number of Employees Commercial ❑ Number of Employees Residential ❑ Number of Homes School ❑ Number of Students/Staff Other ® Explain: 16 Staff Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers, restaurants, etc.): Camp for Blind & Visually Impaired. 100% Domestic Waste. Facility has kitchen/dining. Population served: 75 5. Type of collection system ® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer) 6. Outfall Information: Number of separate discharge points 1 Outfall Identification number(s) 001 Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes Z No 7. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall): Directly into Lake Norman (Catawba River Basin). 8. Frequency of Discharge: ® Continuous ❑ Intermittent If intermittent: Days per week discharge occurs: Duration: 9. Describe the treatment system List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a separate sheet of paper. - Manual bar screen - Activated sludge aeration basins - (10,000 gal) - Clarifier with skimmer & air lift sludge return (1,000 gaI) - Chlorine contact chamber (200 gal) with tablet feed chlorinator - In -line tablet feed dechlorination in effluent discharge line 2 of 3 Form-D 05/D8 NPDES APPLICATION : FORM D For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD 10. Flow Information: Treatment Plant Design flow 0.010 MGD Annual Average daily flow 0.0035 MGD (for the previous 3 years) Maximum daily flow 0.006 MGD (for the previous 3 years) 11. Is this facility located on Indian country? ❑ Yes ® No 12. Effluent Data Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum. Parameter Daily Maximum Monthly Average Units of Measurement Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5) 43 8.5 mg/L Fecal Coliform 370 25 /100 mL Total Suspended Solids 35 20 mg/L Temperature (Summer) 28 24 C° Temperature (Winter) 9.0 7.5 C° PH 7.4 7.0 SU's 13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications: Type Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS (CAA) UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA) NPDES NC0044253 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA) PSD (CAA) Other Non -attainment program (CAA) Permit Number 14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION Type Permit Number 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. Steve L. Walker Executive Director Printed name of Person Signin Title Szgnaof Apficant Date/0// North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.) 3 of 3 Form-D 05/08 fr Latitude and Longitude of a Point Page 1 of 1 Note: Right click on a All Markers to remove it Red Marker Get the Latitude and Longitude of a Point When you dick on the map, move the marker or enter an address the latitude and longitude coordinates of The point are inserted in the boxes below. u Longitude, Latitude; Longitude -81 35 59740288063288 -81,01706743240356 35 Minutes Seconds 35 50.6502 1 1.4466 Show Paint from Latitude and Longitude Use this if you know the latitude and longitude coordinates of a point and see where on the map the point is. for N Lat or E Long - for S L.at or W Long. ExamnpJe: -040 689060 -74.044636 Note: Your entry should not have any embedded spaces. Decimal Deg. Latitude. Decimal Deg, Longitude: Show Point Example: +34 40 5012 for 34N 40' 50,12" Degrees Minutes Seconds Latitude:, Longitude` Show Point i htouchmaD.co r a o.. hurl 10/14/2009 Sludge Management Plan For: Camp Dogwood Wastewater Treatment Plant NPDES Permit # NC0044253 Date: October 19, 2009 The waste sludge produced at the treatment facility is removed directly from ti aeration basins by Robert's Septic Service of Hickoryy, NC (Catawba County — License # NCS00294) and discharged into the City of Newton (Catawba County) sewage collection system. By: Steve L. Walker Executive Director NC Lions Foundation P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 r/ To: NPDES Unit Water Quality Section Attention: Charles Weaver SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: No Date: April 13, 2005 NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS County: Catawba NPDES Permit No.: NC0044253 MRO No.: 04-105 PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Facility and address: Camp Dogwood WWTP Post Office Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 2. Date of investigation: March 18, 2005 3. Report prepared by: Michael L. Parker, Environmental Engineer II 4. Person contacted and telephone number: Steve Walker, (828) 478-2135 5. Directions to site: From the jct. of Sherrils Ford Road (SR 1848) and Mount Pleasant Road (SR 1849) in eastern Catawba County, travel south on Mount Pleasant Rd. 2.0 miles. The entrance to Camp Dogwood is on the right side of Mount Pleasant Rd. The WWTP site is at the end of the entrance road on the right (north) side. 6. Discharge point(s), List for all discharge points: - Latitude: 35 ° 30' 50" Longitude: 80° 01' 05" Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site and discharge point on map. USGS QuadNo.: E14SE 7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application: Yes. There is ample area available for expansion, if necessary. 8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Sloping towards Lake Norman at a rate of 2-4%. The WWT facility is located above the high water elevation of the Lake. 9. Location of nearest dwelling: Approx. 250± feet from the WWTP site. Page Two 10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Lake Norman (Catawba River) a. Classification: WS-IV, B CA b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba 030832 c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The discharge is into a main tributary of the Lake, which receives frequent bodily contact from various recreational activities pursuant to its assigned classification. There are other domestic wastewater dischargers located on this tributary, however, they are not in close poxirnity to the subject discharge point. PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS a. Volume of wastewater: 0:010 MGD (Design Capacity) b. What is the current permitted capacity: 0.01.0 MGD c. Actual treatment capacity of current facility (current design capacity): 0.0.10 MGD d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous ATCs issued in the previous two years: There have been no ATCs issued to this facility in the past two years. e, Description of existing or substantially constructed WWT facilities: The existing WWT facilities consist of a package type WWTP containing a bar screen, aeration basin (diffused), a secondary clarifier, and tablet chlonnation t c cv /co c f Description of proposed WWT facilities: There are no additional WWT facilities proposed at this time, however, dechlorination facilities may be required in the renewed permit. g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: There are no toxic impacts expected even though chlorine is added to the waste stream. h. Pretreatrnent Program (POTWs only): Not required. 2. Residual handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Residuals are removed when needed by Robert's Septic Tank Service and taken to Newton's WWTP for final disposal. 3 Treatment plant classification: Class II (no change from previous rating): 4. SIC Code(s): 8361 Wastewater Code(s): 11 MTU Code(s): 06007 n ppV Page Three PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION I. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)? The NC Lions Foundation (a non-profit organization) owns and operates this facility. 2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: The permitte has not requested any changes to the effluent limitations, monitoring frequencies, sample collection locations or sample type in this permit renewal. Additional monitoring anticipated during this renewal include instream monitoring for fecal coliform for all discharges to Class B waters that have high recreational use (see Part IV). 3. Important SOC/JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: This facility is neither under an SOC nor is one being considered at this time 4. Alternative analysis evaluation a. Spray Irrigation: There is insufficient area available at this time. b. Connect to regional sewer system: None presently available to the site c. Subsurface: Insufficient area available. d. Other disposal options: There are no other known disposal options. PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS The permittee has requested renewal of the subject permit. There have been no changes to the existing WWT facilities and/or the permit since the permit was last renewed. Anticipated changes to the permit for this renewal include the possible addition of a residual chlorine limit, spill notification requirements, and the addition of instream monitoring for fecal coliform per recent Division policy for dischargers to Class B waters having high recreational usage. Pending receipt and approval of the draft permit, it is recommended that the permit be renewed as requested. Signature of Report Preparer Date Water Quality Reional Supervisor Date h:Wsrdsr054mpdogwd.dsr Steven Walker E recutive Director P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673 !key The NM' review you should expect to your existing pc Octo 2004 North Carolina f Michael F. Easley, Governor William G. Ross `E:nuh omerd and Natural 'Resources Alan W. Klimek, P.E, Dim for Division of Water Quality Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application NPDES Permit NC0044253 Camp Dogwood Catawba County Unit received your permit renewal application on October 8, 2004. A member of fire NPDES Unit will They will contact you if additional information is required to complete your permit renew -al. You a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing permit expires. The requirements in 11 remain in effect until the permit renewed (or the Division takes other action). If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject puler, please contact me at (919) 733-5083, extension 520. cc: CENTRAL FILES l'resville Renal Office/ NPllnut r Quality Section Carolyn Bryant Point Source Bran OCT 1 1 2 North Carolina Division of Wabx Quality 1617 Mail Service Cenier Raleigh; NC 27699-1617 Phone (919) 733-701.5 Customer Service Internet: h2a.enr,state nc us 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX (919) 733-2496 1-877-623-6748 • Camp Dogwood October 5, 2004 Mr, Charles H. Weaver, Jr. NCDENR / Water Quality / NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1.617 Dear Mr. Weaver: By this letter and enclosed application 1 am requesting renewal of NPDES Permit NC0044253 for Camp Dogwood. There have been no changes at the facility since issuance of the last permit. Also enclosed is a narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. If you need additional information, please let arse know. Sincerely, Steve Walker Executive Director Enclosure NC Lions Foundation, Inc. • PuO. Box 39 • Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 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() i `/- Z S 3 Please print or type CA -in P ._ DoC-;1-Vou IV L' L. I c I s 1- o Jnh]4 T I O nJ C. An p DO&woa t PR./ V SNEZA III 2p POBc�,3� k) DATA CMzn Lz&J 5L$,73 ( Kam) — f3 ( �Z� `F1k - 4-1-19 54-ever @' 1 C✓LF . 02Gr /Zobeat /fl. P/PE JOG r7 PL44ZI4 PA-,1/E-- 6-12+41..J fE l s JVo2-F- CCeitn.aL.,t/r4- 2_36,3b C4Lbw' cam. ( 7.y) 3 — 'F-**-`E- `F 2. Location of facility producing discharge: Check here if same as above s Facility Name (If different from above) Street Address or State Road City State / Zip Code County 3. Reason for application: Expansion/Modification * Existing Unpermitted Discharge Renewal New Facility * Please provide a description of the expansion/modification: Page l of 3 Version 12/02 • 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): PACKA&er) u Nit OPERA-~r l ri(.c 4-5 Plk TE J D ,1 e *T/ onl 4 C77_ VRTEA .SLU E +/L Ti mErat PLila: (,I Nit-5 : in vat gaIL S ck.E �/, C 1v i SLoDcz-E Lam` ,j -%i CLA-RIFIEL iJlfi SI'C/.Prue/!_ 14ra L,F1- Pc/mes, * T dB(at CJ n..,l/O�lO G f/.O�y (4P»c/61) 5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply): • Type of Facility Generating Wastewater Industrial Number of Employees 1 Commercial Number of Employees Residential Number of Homes School Number of -ritudcnt 'off 441,16.i- O _ 9 y Other CAI PoR. BLr,JD R / Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.): 8(..K1 U ti+N O FFt c.C- K i .He, i/D r tJ, ►SG- -4- i Re5i2oem5 . T0-64-1Y Dam GS7?c.._ Lt//iSi car 6. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications (check all that apply): Type RCRA UIC NPDES PSD NESHAPS Permit Number Aic o o cpy-2.7-3 Type Non -Attainment Ocean Dumping Dredge/Fill Permits Other Permit Number 7. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls): / 5015d-i3itc 8. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each outfall: 17A 9. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact Location of each outfall): go v-14 A-d 4 4e. C Wri a P o/ EA-s i J -- o p SL S 14e42.44 11s f o2►5 AuJGA COL] Wks' Page 2 of 3 Version 12102 NPDES APPLICATION FOR PERMIT RENEWAL- SHORT FORM D if'o be filed only by privately -owned dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MG[) flow} 10. Is this facility located on Native Airterica n lands? f fr c orro) 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. Printed Nan ae of Person Signing Signature & Appant 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.) Page 3 of 3 Version 12/02 1R T AP .INC. Wh;' Abeei liddsorl Sawna .,Saran Granird Rube s„rd Canega u:erw,:.°y,fpaany: L©nrj 11,i Had,orl IMa.acipal lnsrt^.ra 70 h_ard Pvo6epe SHEV LLE Taylosrull• ;u,rCarsad0le lf1Dver Newton Craw Y"eudaaaville Durnsvale 64 Trianpf Cnpyrtphl 1497 ACC! 6AT 8 A &eCt Mr r ac h1l MitchA 8a6 S6 Peri • Scam A Haar Afro lacagaaaa Duvall Camp Dogwood Date: 10-5-04 Subject: SiudgeM Facility: Camp Dogwood NPDES Permit NC0044253 Catawba County, NC The sludge is removed by Robert's Septic Service f Catawba County and is transported to the City of Newton Municipal WWTP for disposal. Signed: SteAie Executive Director NC Lions Foundation, Inc. • P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 ATA, NCDENR • JAMES 13. HUNT JR, GOVERNOR • BILL HOLMAN SECRETARY KERR T. STEVENS DIRECTOR �+ • • Mr. Steve Walker Camp Dogwood P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, North Dear Mr. Walker: NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY DIVISION OF . ksa-kErffGIONAL OFFICE June 1, 2000 Carolina 28673 Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0044253 Camp Dogwood WWTP Catawba County, NC Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0044253 was issued on May 23, 2000 for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility. The purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in the event of failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not already done so, it is suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance are Pages 4 and 5 . Pages 4 and 5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your discharge. Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section headed "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 (DEM Form MR-1), plus instructions for completing the form. It is imperative that alI applicable parts be completed, and the original and one copy be submitted as required. Please be advised that an annual administering and compliance monitoring fee may be required for your facility. You will soon be receiving a statement from our Raleigh Office. It is imperative that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent enforcement action or possible revocation of your permit. The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant operator if you are operating wastewater treatment 919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 26115 PHONE 704-663-1 699 FAX 704-663-6040 AN EQUAL OPPORTUN1TY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER - 50% RECYCLE13/10% POST -CONSUMER PAPER Mr. Steve Walker June 1, 2000 Page No. 2 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, n C D. Rex Gleason, P.E. Water Quality Regional Supervisor Enclosure A:\CADOGNPD.LTRDRG/de State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor Bill Holman, Secretary Kerr T Stevens, Director Mr. Steve Walker Camp 'Dogwood P,O. Box. 39 Sherrills Ford, Ne: Dear Mr, Walker . 7,a .clina 28673 .r4A1 ,OeTkONMENT, FIRAL, ,TIck 'ATURAL„RF;rY)f...TROIC., MAY v%ts NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOUFRCE5 N lily 23, 2000 Subject.: Issuance of PDES Perna t NC0044253 Camp Dogwood W\VIP Catawba Counry Division personnel have reviewed and approved your applic Anon for renewal of the subtect permit Accordingly, we are f‘,„trwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-.215.1 and the 1\ Iernorandurn of Agreement between North (aroh.na and. the U,S, Environmental Protection Agencv dated i\lay 9, 1!)94 (or as subsequently amended), If any parts, measurement frequencies or stimpling 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 1501i of .the North Carolina .C;ericral Statutes, and filed with the Office of .,,Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service C„.enter, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714), linless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding, Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division, The Division mar require modification or revocation and reissuancc of the permit, This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits :which maybe required by the 'Division of Water Quality or pertnits required by the Division of 1.,iind Resources, the Coastal ,Nrea Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any: questions concerning tl: s permit, please contact: Charles .-ea 733-5083, extension 511, cc; Central Files MortsviIe RgionaPOffice/WaterQuttlity Secuon NPDES Unit Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit 1617 Mad Servdce Center, Raleigh, NorTh Carolina 27699-1617 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer SiriCeatly, Original Signed By David A. Goodrich' Kerr T., Stevens at teleph e number Telephone (919) 733-5063 FAX (919) 733-0719 VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ http://h2oent state.ncus/NPDES Permit NC0044253 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 NC Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Camp Dogwood NCSR 1849 Sherrills Ford Catawba County to receiving waters designated as the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman in the Catawba 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 July 1, 2000. This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on April 30, 2005. Signed this day May 23, 2000. Original Signed By David A. Goodrich Kerr T. Stevens, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit NC0044253 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET The NC Lions Foundation, Inc., is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.010 MGD wastewater treatment facility with the following components: • Manual bar screen • Aeration basin • Clarifier with skimmer + Tablet chlorination This facility is located at the Camp Dogwood WWTP off NCSR 1849 near Sherrills Ford in Catawba County. 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into the Mountain Creek arm of Lake Norman, classified WS-IV CA waters in the Catawba River Basin. Latitude: 35°35'50" Longitude: 80'301'05" Quad # E I4SE NC0044253 Stream Class: WS-IV CA Camp Dogwood Subbasin: 30832 Receiving Stream: Mountain Creek,attia:"" Aibq#,}4,1 SCALE 1:24000 Permit NC0044253 A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS — FINAL During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below: EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS LIMITS MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Monthly Average Daily Maximum Measurement Frequency Sample Type Sample Location Flow 0.010 MGD Weekly Instantaneous Influent or Effluent BOD, 5-day (20°C) 30.0 mg/L 45.0 mg/L Weekly Grab Effluent Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/L 45.0 mg/L Weekly Grab Effluent NH3 as N 2/Month Grab Effluent Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 2001100 ml 400 / 100 ml Weekly Grab Effluent Total Residual Chlorine 2/Week Grab Effluent Temperature (°C) Weekly Grab Effluent pH1 Weekly Grab Effluent Footnotes: 1. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. PART I eection B. Schedule of Compliance I. 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 Page 1 of 14 PART 11 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, Health 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. b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during the calendar week (Sunday - Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges 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. Part II Page 2 of 14 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 ail 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 Iimitation is identified as "Monthly Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit. b. The "average weekly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week (Sunday/Saturday) on which daily discharges 'are sampled and measured divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or 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 1 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. Part II Page 3 of 14 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 combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample collection, or (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 mustbe 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. Part II Page 4 of 14 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 A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(I) of the Clean Water Act. 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 modified to incorporate the requirement. b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 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.0 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. • PartII Page 5 of.14 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 Il, C-9) and 'Power Failures" (Part 1I, 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 Iegal 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. • 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. Part II Page 6 of 14 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." Part II Page 7 of 14 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-1 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, Chapter 8A .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, Chapter 8A .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 which are installed by a permittee only when the operation is necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit. Part II Page 8 of 14 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 mean economic loss caused by delays in production. b. Bypass not exceeding limitations. The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which -does not cause effluent 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. Part II Page 9 of 14 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 pennittee 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 [I, B. 2. of this permit. d. Burden of proof. In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has the burden of proof. 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 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 I5A, 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. Part II Page 10 of 14 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 i, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day following the completed reporting period. The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address: Division of Water Quality Water Quality Section ATTENTION: Central Files Post Office Box 29535 Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 3. 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 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 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 Part II Page llof14 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. PenaIties 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 permittce'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 al! 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. Part II Page 12 of 14 SECTION E. REPORTING REOUIREMENTS 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 I22.42 (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 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) (Sce. Part 11. D. 2 of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices. b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test procedures specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40.CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the DMR. c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the. Director in the permit. Part II Page 13, of 14 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. 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 knowledgeof 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. Part II Page 14 of 14 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 143-2I5.3(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 810,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. 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"; (I) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/l); (2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/1) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/I) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/I) 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 ug/1); (2) One miIIigram per liter (1 mg/I) 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. d comma on. Mum t SA .0105(b)(4) may State of North Carolina Department of Environment. and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Bill Holman, Secretary Kerr T. Stevens, Director N.C. ray E$11RONN1 DEC 1..1,4414 4f1+C1 December 21, 1999 Mr. Steve Walker Camp Dogwood P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 28673 Walker. CDENR NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Subiect.. NPDES Permit Renewal Application Permit NC0044253 Carnp Dogwood WWTP Catawba County The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application an ecen ,leer 29. 1999. Thank ©r submitting this par.kage. The permit renewal for this facility will he assigned to a member of the NPDES Unit staff. That staff member will contact you if further information is needed to complete the permit renewal. Please note that the NPDFS Unit has several vacant positions. This staff shortage has lasted for over a year and is delaying all permit renewals. Our remaining permit writers are ' ;urrently 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 reissatance of NC0044253, the existing requirements in your permit will remain in effect until the permit. i5 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 me at (919) 733-5083, extension 511. cc Sincerely, Charles 1-1.. NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733.5083, extension 511 (fax) 919 733-0719 VISIT US ON THE IlYTERNET @ http:/Jh2o.enr.slate.nc.usINPCE•S Charles,Weaver@ncmaiinel Camp Dogwood December 15, 1999 Mr. Charles H. Weaver, Jr. NCDENR / Water Quality / NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center. Raleigh, NC 2.7699-1617 Dear Mr, Weaver: By this letter and enclosed application [ am requesting renewal of NPDES Permit NC3044253 for Camp Dogwood. There have been no changes at the facility since issuance of the last permit. Also enclosed is a narrative description of the sludge .manag sent plan for the facility. lfyou need additional infor°rnatic n, please let me know. Sincerely, Steve Walker Executive Director Friel sure NC Lions Foundation, Inc. • P.C. Box 39 • Sherrill Ford, NC 28673 NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM D To be filed only by:dischargers of .10(5% 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 North Carolina NPDES Permit Number (if known)• • .Please print or . 1. _ Mailing address of applicant/permittee: NCOO I`f; 53 Facility Name Owner Name Street Address City State ZIP Code Telephone Number Fax Number e-mail Address C{, (\-rAP QoCrcJoact r C LiOOs FoJn1DA-t7 orJ) ,rnlc. . DOS) c1 O R r rL-a , P.O. Bat! a9 6I-$-e-rut..( 1 is (2' L-08 -.11 35 (FO)') 4--7 - 4`f r9 71c 1461.s @ (fig T s \let 2. Location of facility producing discharge: Name (If different from above) Facility Contact Person Street Addressor State Road City / Zip Code County Telephone Number 3. Reason for application: Expansion/Modification * Renewal C. 12 FPR, • p.o; cry__, 35'} S"R.IS - S Ykg-Mt t L( s L ;- -(7 3 • • - C TVr�p Zx) fl $ - 36— Existing Unpermitted Discharge New Facility * Please provide a description of the expansion/modification: 4. Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with capacities): Pf c Icy (, 61 c ± O r rJ /�s C�C.I�.�-cis �}-2- -�}-' r Tr vq Pre4-(J S L J A-h 6-14- 0 r (e rz- .Jr �K c to r�l A f rL Utipt s 4- Try --a Gk%r f -ice . (j o/ ciao ?Opal p al ` l ) Page 1 or 2 Version 6/99 NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION -SHORT FORM D iTo 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 loyees Residential Number of Homes School • Number of ff.. Other gr . ! i {LG% -- "`3 Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.): BL ,Iji 1-1 of fc.t-t kri-c1-1-e--IDr'JrIl5 d- �e5 tzernr r -(1 v sfr w /1-s 6. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls): 0Psi Li 7. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each outfall: CIA 8. Name of�,receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall): l kt✓ 4 v O a nka.A.. f C•r Prt--3314 f t4-24L 1311-5t N rt< `H`i S f4Zi ((s {-mod-r CI-i f .1ak C6Ja. I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate. Printed Name of Person Signing Di (LG.-- Title Sign e of pplicant 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.) Page 2 of 2 Version 6/99 i.- r Camp Dogwood Date: 12-15-99 Subject: Sludge Management Facility: Camp Dogwood NPDES Permit NC0044253 Catawba County, NC The sludge is removed by Robert's Septic Service of Catawba County and is transported to the City of Newton Municipal WWTP for disposal. Signed: St Executive Director NC Lions Foundation, Inc. 0 P.O. Box 39 0 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 Chcstetfeel A Old Said CUR l " MAP , INC. Unload Whr;? Valdese 921 .,s Hudson SawnnI4s Baton Ruther'loed• Con „ ©rganton, S A Cold Mtn vmy Closed a5t M' inter laurel hill Cedar Valley • audlee Shoes teas Crussistads Granite I`alEsY- SHEVI LE ;Bracey Copyright 1991 ACC AT Corium Tessteien Oswalt °odic C TA WB 4 LCVCf1/.; 'Gt.le River Bethlehem. olntpn Pavnea Stare -vlrlletsuille Newton Maiden Clerenttet Pump4in Center Gsudsonsille Wink Mtn M14P M,d"tahe6 eo St Park • Axe ss •tack Mountain Stows create ;tak8e 7tiarpte A Nxwks Mtn State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Bill Holman, Secretary Kerr T. Stevens, Director STEVE WALKER CAMP DOGWOOD P.O. BOX 39 SHERRIIS FORD, NC 28673 NOV 9 1999 November 4, 1999 4 • . NCDENR NORTH CAR©L.ONA DEPARTMENT OF 4'ORQNMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES Subject: Rene al of NPDES Permit NC0044253 CAMP DOGWOOD CATAWBA County permit expires can June 30. 2000. North Carolina Administrative Code I SA NCAC 2I LO 105(e) requires that an application l.artazar °ter. '200 S950.00. Larger penalties permit renewal be filed at (east 180 days prior to expiration of the current permit, ertt, your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than equesi. renewal of the permit by this date will result in a civil assessment of at least assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request. r discharge will occur after June 30, 2000 (or if toanuatiort of the perrtdt is desired), the current permit rntrst be renewed. Operation of wa - treatment works or continuation of discharge a June 30. 2000 would violate North Carolina General Statute 143 215.1 and could result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $25.000 per da,v. 1f discharge has ceased at your facility and v Farmer cif the Division' s Compliance Enforcement Unit at (919) 733-50 the Mooresville Regional Office at (704) 663- 1699 to 1 ca re°sc irrci this permit: contact. Robert tension 531. You may also contact the rescission process, Use the enc°lo ed checklist to complete your renewal package. The checklist identifies the items you rraust submit with thc permit renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact rrre. My telephone number, fax number and e-mail address are listed at the bottom of this page. Charles l-1. NPDES Unit 1617 Mal Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 37699-161'7 919 733.5083, extension 511 (fax) 919 733-0719 VISIT us ON THE INTERNET 0 htlp.'1,1h2e.e r.statte.nc.eus/NPDES Charles,Weaver@ncmaH Het NPDES Permit NC0044253 CAIVIPDOGW,OOD ,Y CATAWBA County The following items are REQUIRED for all,renewal packages: ❑ A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since issuance of the Last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies. O The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized Representative. Submit one signed original and two copies. O If an Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b of the existing NPDES permit) prepares the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority delegated to the Authorized Representative. O A narrative description of the sludge management plan for the facility. Describe how sludge (or other solids) generated during wastewater treatment are handled and disposed. If your facility has no such plan (or the permitted facility does not generate any solids). explain this in writing. Submit one signed original and two copies. The following items must be submitted ONLY by Industrial facilities discharging process wastewater: ❑ Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries (see Appendix A to 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. If the PPA is not completed within one week of January 2, 2000, submit the application package without the PPA. Submit the PPA as soon as possible after January 2, 2000. The above requirement does NOT apply to municipal or non -industrial facilities. PLEASE NOTE: Due to a change in fees effective January 1, 1999, there is no renewal fee required with your application package. Send the completed renewal package to: Mr. Charles H. Weaver, Jr. NC DENR / Water Quality / NPDES Unit 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 'State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division of Environmental Manage James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., DirGcto May 30, 1995 Mr. Robert Spencer P. O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, North Carolina 2 673 Dear Mr. Spencer: In accordance with the application for a discharge permit, the Division', forwarding herewith the subject NPDES permit. "ibis 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 US Environmental Protection Agency dated December 6, 1983. If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permitare unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7447. Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding. Subject: NPDES Perm Permit No. N Camp Dogwood Catawba County Please take notice this permit is not transferable. Part II, .E.4. addresses the requirements to be followed in case of change in ownership or control of this discharge, This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Environmental Management or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Mr. Jay Lucas, P.E. at telephone number (919)733-5083, extension 5€12. Sincerely, Original By David A. Goodricih A. Preston Howard, Jr.., P.E. cc: Central Files Mooresville Regional Office Mr. Roosevelt Childress, EPA Permits and Engineering Unit Facilities Assessment Unit Operator Training and Certification Unit PO. Box 29535, Raleigh„ North Carolina 27626-0535 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Telephone 919.733FAX 919-733-991'9 50% recycled/ 10©1v post -consumer paper Permit No. NC0044253 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT 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, Camp Dogwood is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Camp Dogwood Wastewater Treatment Plant SR 1849 Sherrills Ford Catawba County to receiving waters designated as Lake Norman in the Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective July 1, 1995 This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on June 30, 2000 Signed this day May 30, 1995 Original Signed By David A. Goodrich A. Preston Howard, Jr., Director Division of Environmental Management By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit No. NC0044253 i SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET Camp Dogwood is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate a 0.010 MGD wastewater treatment plant consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, clarifier, and tablet chlorination located at Camp Dogwood Wastewater Treatment Plant, SR 1849, Sherrills Ford, Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit), and 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Lake Norman which is classified Class WS-IV CA waters in the Catawba River Basin. 497 • 496 2'30" Ch Be DENVER QUADRANGLE � 0,4,Qc NORTH CAROLINA 7.5 MINUNTE SERIES (TOPOGRAPHIC) t 1 400000 FEET . 499 81 °00' 35°37'30" OUTFALL h A 1 i 3942 341 3 f50 1 Marina h 0 0 0 CTEET 3 A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FINAL Permit No. NC0044253 During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Perrnittee 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 Flow BOD, 5 day, 20°C Total Suspended Residue NH3 as N Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) Total Residual Chlorine Temperature, °C Discharge Limitations Mojithly Avg, 0.010 MGD 30.0 mg/I 30.0 mg/I 200.0 1100 ml Weekly Avg. Daily Max 45.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/I 400.0 /100 ml Monitoring Measurement • Frequency Weekly Weekly Weekly 2/Month Weekly 2/Week Weekly Requirements Sample Typp Instantaneous Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab 'Sample Location I or E E E E E E E * Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored weekly at the effluent by grab sample. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. PART I 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 Page 1 of 14 PART II STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS SECTION A. DEFINITIONS 1. Permit Issuing Authority The Director of the Division of Environmental Management. 2. pEM orpivtpn Means the Division of Environmental Management, Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources. 3. PMC Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission. 4. Act or "the Act" The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the CIean 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. b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during the calendar week (Sunday - Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges 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. PartII Page 2 of 14 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. 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. 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. g. Part II Page 3 of 14 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 combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample collection, or (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 (I). Part II Page 4 of 14 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 CPR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the Clean Water Act. 12. Toxic Pollutant A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act. 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 modified to incorporate the requirement. b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 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 1 violations are not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed $25,000. Part II Page 5 of 14 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. Wand 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 Offghore 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. 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. Part II Page 6 of 14 9. putt' toto 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 w either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and (3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority. Part II Page 7 of 14 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." 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 Ionger effective. 1 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, Chapter 8A .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, Chapter 8A .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. Part II Page 8 of 14 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 which are 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 mean economic loss caused by delays in production. b. Bypass not exceeding limitations. The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent 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 (I) 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 Part II Page 9 of 14 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) (B) of this permit. (4) The permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part 11, B. 2. of this permit. d. Burden of proof. In any enforcement proceeding the permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has the burden of proof. 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 Part II Page 10 of 14 regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of 40 CHt 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 C1~lk 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 shah 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: Division of Environmental Management Water Quality Section ATTENTION: Central Files Post Office Box 29535 Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 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 Part II Page 11 of 14 discharge volumes. Once -through condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement. 4. Vest 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 CFR136; 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. Part II Page 12 of 14 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. 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 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 in the permitted facility or activity which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements. Part II Page 13 of 14 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 deporting 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. 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 E. 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. Part II Page 14 of 14 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 Environmental Management. 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. 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 Environmental Management 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 Environmental Management, 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"; (I) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/l); (2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/l) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6- dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/1) 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 ug/l); (2) One milligram per liter (I mg/1) 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. t 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. SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes No X If Yes, SOC No. To: Permits and Engineering Unit Water Quality Section Attention: Jay B. Lucas Date: March 4, 1994 NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION County: Catawba Permit No. NC0044253 PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Facility and Address: Camp Dogwood WWTP Post Office Box 39 Sherrills Ford, N C 28673-0039 2. Date of Investigation: 03-04-94 3. Report Prepared By: G. T. Chen 4. Persons Contracted and Telephone Number: Mr. Tim Ellenburg, Operator; (704) 478-2785 5. Directions to Site: From the junction of SR 1848 (Sherrills Ford Road) and SR 1849 (Mt. Pleasant Road) in eastern Catawba County, travel south on SR 1849 about 2.0 miles. The entrance to Camp Dogwood is on the right (west) side of the road. The facility is located on the right (north) side at the end of the entrance road. 6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points: Latitude: 35° 35' 50" Longitude: 80° 01' 05" Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on map. USGS Quad No.: E 14 SE USGS Name: Denver, NC 7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?. Yes X No If No, explain: 8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Sloping west toward receiving water at the rate of 3-5%. The facility is located above the high water elevation of Lake Norman. 9. Location of nearest dwelling: Several buildings within 200 to 300 feet of the existing facility. 10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) a. Classification: WS-IV CA b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba and 03-08-32 c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The discharge is to a main tributary to Lake Norman which has various recreational uses pursuant to its assigned classification. The receiving water appeared to be very muddy on the day of the inspection. Downstream users are unknown. PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS 1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: 0.010 MGD (Ultimate Design Capacity) b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater treatment facility? 0.010 MGD c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility (current design capacity)? 0.010 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 bar screen, aeration basin, clarifier, and tablet chlorination. f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities: N/A. g• Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None. h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A. in development: approved: should be required: not needed: 2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM NPDES Permit Staff Report Version 10/ A2 Page 2 Permit No.: Residuals Contractor: Telephone No.: b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP: RFRP: Other: c. Landfill: d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (specify): Waste sludge is removed and transported by Roberts Septic Tank Pump Service to the City of Newton's wastewater treatment plant for disposal. 3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating sheet): Class II, see attached rating sheet. 4. SIC Code(s): 8361 Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular facilities, i.e., non -contact cooling water discharge from a metal plating company would be 14, not 56. Primary:. 11 Secondary: Main Treatment Unit Code: 06007 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: None. 3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (please indicate) N/A. Date Submission of Plans and Specifications Begin Construction Complete Construction 4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated all of the non -discharge options available. Please provide regional perspective for each option evaluated. NPDES Permit Staff Report Version 10/92 Page 3 Spray Irrigation: Insufficient land area available for a spray irrigation system. Connection to Regional Sewer System: No area -wide system available at this time. Subsurface: Insufficient land area available for a subsurface/ground absorption system. 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? No hazardous materials are used at this facility. The existing discharge is entirely domestic. No adverse impact on air, groundwater and/or water quality is expected. 6. Other Special Items: None. PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS It is recommended that the Permit be renewed and the facility be reclassified as a Class II facility. Signature (yf Report Preparer Date r Quality R Tonal r/z-(5' NPDES Permit Staff Report Version 10/92 Sup ervisor Q y g Page 4 SW- • 496 2'30" 497 L. 11-A - DENVER QUADRANGLE 41, NORTH CAROLINA 7.5 MINUNTE SERIES (TOPOGRAPHIC) •tql- 1 400000 FEET . 499 81 °00' 35*37'30" 3942 3941 40 939 35' w Marina 0) CC 0 0 E SE Project Name: PERMIT APPLICATION STATUS 2 IIIC44 Permit. No .: 4C 0.0 S (Od MRO No.: 6r Date Applicati Received: 3j z 9 Completeness of Application Package: Yes Date of Investigation: 3/y/4, Date SR Submitted for Review: .3/f % Information Requested Date Person Rqst. Contacted Other: Telephone # No Info. Date Rgst. Recvd. RATING SCALE FOR CLASSIFICATION OF WATER POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS Name of Facility: I. ,,t o .. Perlee`Cl th TP Owner or Contact Person: A1T '6r Mailing Address: _ . e . edl _ 3 9 �5,eJ1';YJ5 x , 675 -4 39 County: Colin x Telephone: 67249 ft7B Present Classification: NPDES Per. No. NCOO Nondisc. Rated by: r Reviewed by: 1' New Facility Existing Facility V Per. No.WO Health Dept.Per No. Telephone: 67 Jt t —J ff Date: .-941 ORC: l'/i ,4 ,4i Check Classification(s): Subsurface Wastewater Classification: (Circle One) I ' Health Dept. Telephone: Regional Office Telephone: Central Office -Grade: It Spray Irrigation III IV Telephone: Telephone:MS).478 205 Land Application Total Points: 6 tiFiANT PRQCFSSES AND MATED CONTROL EQUIPMENT WHICH ARF AN NT GBAL PART OF NDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION SHALL NOT BE CONSIDERED WASTE TREATMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION. ALSO SEPTIC TANK SYSTEMS CONSISTING c*t.v OF SEPTIC TANK AND GRAMMY N FTRFiCATiON LNES ARE EXEMPT FROM CLASSSIRCATION. SUBSUFFACE MAMMA MN (the* all units that apply) 1. _ .septic tanks 2. pump tanks 3.^--siphon or pump -dosing systems 4, sand fitters 5. grease trapfinteroeptor 8_oit/wrater separators 7. gravity subsurface treatment and disposal: 8. pressure subsurface treatment and disposal: In addition to the shove be rated using the point SPRAY IFIFUELV10N CLASSIFICATION (check all units that ripply) 1. preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 ) 2. lagoons 3, septic tanks 4. pump tanks 5. pumps 6 sand filters 7. _grease trapfinterceptor 8. oiiUwsler separators ti_ disinfection 10. chemical addition for nutrientlaigae control 11. spray irrigation of wastewater classifications, pretreatment or wastswster In excess of these components shaft rating system and will require an operator with an appropriate dual certification, LAND APPLICATION/RESIDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Apples only to permit holder) 1. Land application of biosolids, residuals or contaminated soils on a designated site. WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY Q.ASSFIGATION Thor fotbwing systems shaft be assigned a Class I classification, nal ;i the flow Is of a significant quantity or the technology is unusually complex, to require c nsideraiion by the Commission on a cese-by—se basis: (Check 1 Appropriate) 1. OWwater Separator Systems consisting only d physical separation, pumps and disposal; 2. Septic Tank/Sand Fitter Systems consisting only of septic tanks, dosing apparatus. pumps,sand filers, disinfection and direct disdurge; 3. ,Lagoon Systems consisting only of prsiiminary treatment, lagoons, pumps, disinfection. necessary chemical treatment for algae er nutrient control, and direct dadearge; 4,, Closed -bap Recycle Systems: 5. Groundwater Remediafbn Systems consisting only of oithrater separators, pumps, air -stripping, carbon adsorption, disinfection and ddpo>at: 6Aquacutture operations with discharge to surface waters; 7. Water Plant sludge handling and back -wash water treatment; [!. Seafoodprocessing consisting d screening and disposal. 0, Single-family discharging systems, with the exception d Aerobic Treatment Units, writ be dassWied 1t permMed sitar July 1, 1993 or i upon inspection by the Division, Ii is found that the system is not being adequately operated or maintained. Such systems will be notified of the classification or reclassification by the Commission. in witting. (15) Elect:odaysls. Process for rearming Ionized salts horn osier through the use of iorrs.t.ctiv. Ion-.idhange m.mtxaress; (16) Fitter Praia. A process operated mechsnia1y for pwtiaiy deedsrirp sludge: mhauriak through (17) Foam Separation. The planned frothing of wastewater or wastewater whore as a means of removing rao.ssive amounts of detergent the introduction of air In the form ce fine bubbles; also called foam fractionation; (15) Gilt Removal. The process 0f removing grit and other heavy mineral matter from etoolewal.r; (19) Intmon Tanks_ A deep two story wastewater tarps consisting of an upper sedimentation chamber and a lower sludge digestion dumber. (20) Instrumented Flow Measruamerrt. A d.vkoe %which indicates and moor* rats of lbw; (21) Ion Exchange. A chemical process In which bon' from two different molecules lie.xeharged. (22) Land application: (a) Sludge DisposaL Mind sludge disposal method by which cot sludge may be applied to land either by spraying on the surface or by subsurface injection (b eldest plow); Ina applicable for types of Nudge described In (11) of this Rule); Treated Eftksare. The process of epraylrg treated wastewater onto • lard area or other methods of application of wastewater onto a land area as a 'meals of final disposal or treatment; (23) MIcroscreen. A low speed, continuously back washed, rotating drum filter operating under gravity candfltons as • polishing method to removing suspended solids from effluent; (24) N)Dtlostion Process. The biochemical conversion of unozIdized nitrogen (ammonia and organic nitrogen) to osldzcd nitrogen (usualy nitrate); C25) Nitrogenous Steps. A separate stage of wastewater treatment designed for re specific purpose of converting "mirror* nitrogen to ntrat• nitrogen; (2E) Phosphate Removal, BblogicaL The removal of phosphorus from wastewater by an cal funoxic process designed to enhance luxury uptake of phosphorus 17) Pothe oorganisms; lishi g Pond. A holding pond following secondary treatment with *Went detention time to allow Battling of finely suspended solids; (25) Post Aeration. Aeration following *mentions' secondary tra1mert units to increase effluent D.O. or for any other purpose; (29) Pori Aeration. (Cascade) A po4shirg method by which diesoNed oxygen is added to the effluent by • nonm.chancal, gravity means of flowing down a pries of steps cc mars; The lbw occurring across the steps or woks moves in a fairly thin layer and the operation d the cascade requires no operator adjustment; thus, zero points am assigned even though this is an eas.ntlal step to morning the limns of the discharge permit; (30) Powdered to Granular Activated Carbon Feed. A biophysical carbon process that utilizes biological activity and organic absorption by using powdered or granular actkalsd carbon; Virgin or regenerated carbon is teed oorruailed into the system; (31) Prwratioa A lank constructed to provide oration prior to primary treat enl; (32) Preliminary Units. Unk operations In the treatment proems, such as screening and crommhution, that prepare the liquor for subaaquent major operations; (33) IndustrW Pretreatment. (a) Pre-treatment Unit, f tdustrtaL The conditioning of a waste at Its source before discharge, to remove or to neutralize substances Injurious to sewers and treatment processes or to cited a partial reduction In load on the treatment process which is operated by the same governing body as the wastewater treatment plant being rated; b) Pre-treatment Program. Industrial - must be a State or EPA required program to receive points on the rating street; of removing settleable and suspended (34) Primary Clarifiers, The first *Sling tanks through which wastewater is passed In a treatment works for the purpose solids and BOD which is sodated-with the solids; (35) Pumps. AM Irdlu.nt, effluent and in -plant pumps; (36) Radiation. Disinfection or sterilization proms' utilizing devices emitting uilraviot.t or gamma rays; (37) Reverse Osmosis- A treatment process kt which a heavy contaminated Liquid is pressurized through a membrane tormkrg nearly pure liquid free from suspended solids; (38) Rotating Biological Contractors.. A ilxsd biological growth process In wtt101 wastewater flows through tanks in which a *des of partially submerged circular surfaces are rotated; (39) Sand Filters: (a) Intermittent BlobglcaL Filtration of effluent following septic tanks, lagoore, or some other treatment process in which further bbdscsmp0Bhfbn k expected to produce desired diluents; Hydraulic loading rates on these filters are computed In gpdac and have resulting low gprrraf (ismsethairnirto cacti b) Recirculating biological - the same type of sand Tiler as deli ed In Subparagraph (39) (a) of this Rule with the added capability to recycle through the sand filter. (40) Sand or Mixed -Mods Filters. A polishing procure by which snarl Emits are achieved through a lurthr reduction of suspended solids; (a) low rasa — gravity, hydrauticafy boded Wier with loading rates In the one to three gpmhd range; Co) high nta — a pressure, hydraulically loaded titer with baring rate. 1n the Live gpmmal rugs; As any rate, the boding rate wit exceed three gpmYst; (41) Secondary Clarifiers. A tank %chid% follows de biological uric of treatment plant and which has the purpose of removing sludges easociated with the biological boatmen! units; (42) Separate Sludge Rsaaratbn A part of the contact etabClzation process where the acdvatad sludge Is trarsferned 10 • tank and aerated before returning it to the contact basin; (43) Septic Tank A single -story settling tank In witch settled sludge la In contact with the wastewater IbwUg thorough the tank; shall not be applicable for septic cork systems servlrg singe family residences having rapacity of 2,000 gallons or lies which discharge to a rhtnlicatbn field; (44) Sludge Digestion Tie process by which organic or volatile manor and sludge is gasified. iquellet mineralized or conceited into more stable organic matter through the activity of IMng organisms. which hdudss aerated holdng tanks; steel sewage M oti.d by and (45) Stodge Drying Elide. An area aompr'irg remral or Wilda' Layers d porous miseries upon which digs sludge evaporation; with fresh %ralsr or efMlsrst; (46) Sludge Elutrlatbn. A picas d sludge c0stdiianing in which certain constituents an mmovsd by successive washings gs p (47) Sludge Gas UUllzatbn. Tie process of using sewage gas far the purpose of heating bulking', driving etlgltes, etc; ter Insludge may be (48) Sludge Hoiding Tank (Aerated and Nonrated). A tank Witted for small wastewater uemore plants nor containing a doss kept fresh, and supernatant withdrawn prior to a drying method (Le. Nudge drying bads); This may be don by adding a small amount of air simply to keep tie sludge fresh. but not necessarily an amount that woukd be required to achieve stabilization of organic matter. A renearsad tank would simpy be used to decant sludge prior to dewatering and would not aglow long periods (several days of *tendon) without resulting odor problems; (49) Sludge Incinerators A furnace designed 10 burn sludge end to remora ant moisture and combk0bis materials and reduce the sludge to a defile ash; (50) Sludge Stabilization (Chemical or Thermal). A process to make treated sludge less odorous and pulreecble, and to reduce the pathopsrdc organism torten; This may be done by pH adjustment. chlorine dosing. or by heat treatment; throughken (5) Sludge Thidwrer. A typy a ldation lagoon n which bbbgital oxoxidmentation tank in which the sludge k dbn of organic matter krmitted to set* and 1ellsdsd by natural brander n and gravity; to the water trot (52) Stabtkizatbn Lagoon. A tope of Sir (rot a polishing pond); (53) Stand-9y Power Supply. On site or portable shectriai generating equipment; �()otat Static ttom m rripai toAstationery scrsarnwaadesigned totrremove mfnte .,including non-bbdegradabis partieutate (lbatw abl. sofde. suspended soand BD O 54 (55) Tertiary Treatment. A, stags d treahmwd fol owfrg secondary which Is primarily for tie purpose of effkrart polishing; A easing lagoon or sand or coal IMr Might be employed for thi',purpes.; (5e) Thermal Pottution Control Devoe. A device providing for the bander of heat from a fluted flowing In tubes to another fluid outside the tubes. or doe verse orotherTit means S d re Con ldng Squid tear dit conditioning which heat its added for a protracted p� d titre to Wpm. the dewataradlity d sludge by the j67j Thermal Sludge Comdtbrw. A oaorhddiothing Proh'�i�p!u�r by aolubtlLzky ale hlydrauPiing of the smaller and more highly notated sludge punk: its which .tier discharge sect upon exposure. 'motion, Ihthalubn gas) Tactic Materials. Those wastes or aomtlrstic s of wastes. Inciudkgg disease-catraki9 ape or asaknllation.Into any organism. eider from the erxironrrere or krdtreo dy by ingestion through food delrr. wit cause death disuse. behavioral abrormafdes. carom'. genetic: mutations, prtystwogi0a1 malfunctions (Including malfunctions In repradudien) or Wilted deformation, In such organisms or their oil ring; Toxic materials Include, by way of Nutrition and rot Amltatbrt load, cedmrhum, chromium. mercury. vanedum . marls. zinc. ortho-filly.chiorobenzms (ONCB) poryChlorinated biphenyl" (PCBs) and dichioradfphinyl trichioroethane (DDT); end any outer malarfa)a that have or may henalter be determined to have toxic properties; (59) Trickling Farr. A blalogks! treatmert unt contsistig of a ?Wade such as broken mane or mock over which waslewatsr Y distrf0uted; A thigh me Vickirg Mar I on. which operated at between 10 and 30 mgd per acre. A low rate trickling Mar k one which is designed to operate at one to four mqd per acre: (80) Trfdi5ng Flier (Packed Tourer). A plug flow type of operation In which wastewater flows down through successive Layers of media or Mate material; Organic matertah is removed oorthualy by the adka bbbdcai fixed growth N each sucxesSive Lena. Ibis method may produce 'second:dr quart effluent. or may be adapted to produce a dirtied sflu nt; prior to 6sspueat gill Vacuum FUN. Centrifuges. or Mar Presses. 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(algoJssue) p111.H - lull u0113 Eta i6PniS (1) .theftl.Y311.L39371S (L) eplutto Je (slaw ueyl i0410 steaalsw alxet Jo MAMMA Jot 1004107.0d iuewls,J; (d) epFie+(a Jo mow l0 jsnowal Jo; sasasaaid 'imam.). (0 ) 51 5 I' 5 5 elei 461y ei0J Mg - Vspl4 11p03 J-Pum J0 puts alaowsO 1JJlAat! (u) (w) it 0 )r3luelJaew 10 pasngip epeasla - uoiltJoy 1s0d (I) pirState of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division of Environmental Management James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor r `'k " `\, Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary ED 1E, I--- F A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director February 23, 1994 Mr. Robert E. Spencer Camp Dogwood. P. U. Box 39 Sherrill.s Ford, NC 2867 Subject: Application No. NC0044253 Camp Dogwood Catawba County Dear Mr. Spencer: The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and supporting materials received on February 16, 1994. I am conducting a detailed engineering review of this application which has been assigned the number shown above. Please refer to this number when making inquiries on this project Be aware that the Divisions regional office, copied below, must provide recommendations from the Regional Supervisor for this project prior to final action by the Division. I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regional Office Supervisor prepare a staff report and recommendations regarding this discharge. If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact me at the number listed below. Sincerely, max' 1ty B. Environrrrental Enirrr Mooresville Regional Office., Water Quality Permit File P.Q. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-035 Telephone 919-7 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer FAX 919-733-9919 50% recycled/ 1 3 pt st consumer paper CAN North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. 800.6E2-7401 704-478-2135 FAX 704-478-4419 February 9, 1994 Permits & Engineering Unit Division of Environmental Management P. O. Box 29535 Raleigh, NC 27626-0535 Dear Ms. Sullins: P.O. Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673-0039 ROBERT E. SPENCER Executive Director By this letter 1 request renewal of NPDES Permit NO. NC0044253 which expires on 10/31/94. The completed application is attached in triplicate. Our price for the processing fee is also attached. As pertains to the facility and sludge management, all sludge is rived from this facility as needed by a Certified/Licensed Septic Tank Hauler. Thank you for your assistance. RES:bhc Attachment CURTIS J. BARE President Cave Butler 31-A DG Ed West. 3i-A '94 Guy K Penland, 31-A'95 BENNIE PUGH First Vice President Sincerely, Robert E. Sncer Executive Director BOARD OF DIRECTORS ROBERT E. MORRISON LUTHER V CREEL RALPH HESTER r A. SHOOK Second Vice President Secretary Treasurer rntmr.dr=-= Past PrCe' u 1 Oscar 'Dec- Evans, 31-El GG Je:ry Austin. 31 •B '94 Robert B Lineberger, 31-B 95 Harry II Walton 31-C DI; John J O'Malley.31-C '94 Jrr Chandler, 31-C 95 Marvin L. Dour 31-0 DG Haleryh t0 EIIi$ Jr 31 -r0 .9.1 L•1rlllarn M Moore 31-D 95 Doe E Pik -- pG Fra,rk Ei 31-E 9it Garcloi F -i Sr 3, E95 Jim Garrett. 31-F DO G. e. Lamm, 31-F Milton Somers, 31.9 95 Clyde L C rrnch. 31-G DO Gilbert T saber 31-G 94 James 1,' 1rvm, 31-r3 95 John, = ' n,e 31 HUG Bill! '.':;nn 31•Ft'9.1 31 rndsy 7. 'nnerst 31-J D' F1r .rt 'Lou O.i;nerry Jr 31 - . .ti' '31 4 U'i 'WORTH CAROLINA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COal4ISSION NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE • SHORT FORM D To be filed only by services..aeolesale and retail trade, and other coam■ercial establishments including vessels Do not attempt to 1. Maeee, address, A 1 2. SIC •FOR AGENCY USE complete this fors without reading the accompanying instructions Please print or type • and telephone number of facility producing discharge . Name /411Y) �' / 41) 1° Q.. AK39 . 72.e.,a-� . Street address Xs /11,,0� �crr, y a/47,Gx. sr s /tea, APPL 1 U11 OG scenes e • DATE arctivin 1 1 1 TEAR ova. C. City /LGs C.020 D. State 1 OAT P /Fps ^/C � y ( a9,4,7r-+&CY Oft�T.9ye.�+ J E. County 517:1k.r;13,07 F. sip ..2e6Z5 G. Telephone No. 78e,/ Area Code NM Ell (Leave blank) ]. Mi'ber of employees Sire 4. Mature of business LC) i Ty f02 7/f1&- ,B4/4/6 S. (a) Check here if discharge occurs a11. year or (b) Check the +nonth(s) discharge occurs: 1.0 January 2.0 February' 3.0 Nerd 4.0 April 6.0 June 7.0July 1. o Asuppst 9.0 September 11. o l oreeber 12.0 December (t) Now many days per week: . 1.01 2.02-3 3.0 4-5. 4.46-7 6. Types of waste water dtscherged to surface raters only (check as applicable) Discharge per operating day A. Sanitary. daily average 1. Cooling water. etc., daily average C. Other dischergets), daily average; Specify • O. Maximum per operat- ing day for combined discharge (all types) 0.1-999 (1) Flow, gallons per operating day 1000-4999` (2) a • • • 5500-5999 (3) 10.000- 49,999 (4) 50,000 0r sore - a) • I•l n - rig ez!1/,dbv By / , Ziovs 1;4,u214,ry a�2. C7 mils ca 1i. 0 Pier 10.0 October Volume treated before discharging (percent) 1_ 0.1- 29:9 (7). 3o- 64.9, (3) 65- 94.9 (9) c -1 ts- 00 (10) fOo 7. If any of the types of waste Identified in item 1. either treated sr un- treated, err discharged to places other than surface esters. Check M1eer as applicable. WSW water is discharged to: 0.1.119 (1) 1000-4119 (1) I,Ooo.!!ig (3) 10 moo-41.111 (d) SO,000 sr bore (S) A. 11un i t i w l waspr Systems N. Ilnek•nlrimund r.•II ----_____ . - w - J C. Septic' .tank _ Li. Evaporation lagoon or pond r . t. Other. specify: 57772e , deK, /C/ _ , it), O / O It. Amber of "leant' discharge points: A. t 1. 02-3 C.o 4-6 D.0 or more 1. Mame of receiving rater or raters f ff4 f VP 744N .10. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain one or mart of the folloging substances AAA as a result of your operations, activities, or processes: ea..onia, t1Mid7, a uainire, beryllium, cad■is'', chromium, copper, Iendrcu ,'Mickel, selenium, tl.ell and c, phenols, a grease, a1�A-chlorine (residual). A. Irris Le no 1 certify that I a■ femillar with the inforwatlon contained (a the applicatl m end that to the best of my knowledge and belief such informatics' .is tale, complete, end - accurate. /7d4E.e7- Printed Mace of Person Signing UT7I/- title Date Application Si ned SipnatMrs of Appll !forth Carolina General Statute I43—l15,6(b)(2),_provides that: Any any false statement representation. or certification in any a licatwho knowingly on,.rord aa makerpaa, or other document files or required to be maintained -under Article 21 orregulations report. ofthe Environmental Management Coramissiop .implementing that Article. or who falsifiest tamers with. or knovly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring Ovice or method required to be nperated_or rtiainteAned under Art/ate 2:1:oh regulatioes •of the Environmental Niaagament Corvine implenentlitg that Atticic, ahali be=Yu.3,3tr.: of i misdemeanor punishable by aline not to exceed $1O flt)ry, or by irsprisonmant .not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 10:0I prem. c punishment by a fine of'.not more than $10.000 or imprisonment not more than 5 yeah, or both for a similar offense,) DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT January 26, 1990 MEMORANDUM TO: Don Safrit FROM: D. Rex Gleason;\' PREPARED BY: Michael L. Parker SUBJECT: AC 0044253 Camp Dogwood Outfall Extension Catawba County, North Carolina Camp Dogwood has submitted a request to extend its present wastewater treatment plant's outfall approximately 200 feet further into Lake Norman. As noted in an inspection by the writer, the existing outfall (at low lake levels) is discharging in less than three (3) feet of water. In the inspection report, a recommendation was made to extend the outfall in order to provide better dilution for assimilation of the effluent. In a review of the plans submitted, a PVC sleeve with PVC supports legs is used to suspend the outfall pipe. This Office is not familiar with this application and questions it stability, and whether it will properly anchor the outfall to the lake bottom. If the ERG has experience in this type of application and believe it will perform satisfactorily, this Office has no objection to its approval. If you have any questions, please advise. MLP:se RECEIVED tatisN OF EHv1RDNME!{TAL IM NEID .1A« 17 1990 State of North Carolina E4a, ent of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources Division of Environmental Management 512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 James G. Martin, Governor R. Paul Wilms William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary Director January 12, 1990 Robert E. Spencer Executive Director North Carolina bons Foundation, Inc. PO Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673-0039 Subject: AC0044253 Camp Dogwood Wastewater Plant Extension of Outfall Line Catawba County Dear Mr. Spencer: The Permits and Engineering Unit has completed a preliminary engineering review of the subject application. The following item(s) must be addressed before we can complete our review. Please note that these item(s) must be received by March 12, 1990, in order to prevent your project from being returned as incomplete: 1 Please provide engineering calculations signed and sealed by a North Carolina Professional Engineer demonstrating that your current pump is of sufficient capacity to pump the wastewater to the proposed discharge point. If you have any questions on this matter, please call Mr. William Barlow at (919) 733-5083. Sincerely, Barlow Review Engineer cc: Mooresville Regional Office Pollution Prevention Pays P.O. Bo, 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone 919-733-7015 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Emplcyer Reviewed (Train. Reviewed (Train, ORC ,I S- Name of Plant: Owner or Contact Person: Mailing Address: County: NPDES Permit No. NCOJ Telephone: Nondisc, Per. No. lssueDate: N+6vc 119 Expiration Date. Existing Facility X New Facility Rated By: Date: Cert,) Reg. Office Cert.) Central Office Plant Class: (circle one) !TEM POINTS (1) Industrial Pretreatment units and/or Industrial Pretreatment Program (see definition No, 33) 4 (2) DESiGN FLOW OF PLANT IN GPD (not applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge handling facilities for water purification plants, totally closed cycle systems (del, No. 11), and facilities consisting only of stern (4) (d) or Items (4) (d) and (11) (d)) 1 20,001 -• 50,000 , . . 50.001 -. 100,000,.,. 100.001 250,000 ... 250,001 — 500,000 .. 500,001 -. "» (3) (4) Pr..,,�rtrt�;lo Dissolved Air Flotation. PRIMARY TREATMENT UNITS (a) Septic Tank (ste definition no, 43) .. (b) Imhoff Tank . . . ............... . .. . (c) Primary Clarifiers .......... .................. (d) Settling, Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic Nontoxic Materials (sludge handling facilities for water purification plants, sand„ gravel, stone. and other mining operations except recreational activities such as gem or gold 2 5 5 Grade -ZL. 11 HI IV T o'EI Points (5) SEC (vi) }ARY TREATMENT UNITS Carbonacec.'s Stage (i)Aeratior, - High Purity Oxygen System . , Diffused Air System .... , . Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating orrotor) ,,,.,„.,.,_ , Separate Sludge Reaeration (ii) Trickl,-gig Filter High Rate. ,,.a,,,,„„ tt Standard Rate..,.,.,M:k Packed Tower ............... I Aerated Filler or Aerated oohs.,,..<..,.., I n; Biological Contactors . Filters# nittent blot recirculating biological system for combined rnoval of BOD ;and us removal by nitrification No, 12) (Points for this item dditron to items (5) (a) (5)(a)(viii) ............... iditions to enhance BOD ., 5 ell Culture ("Super Bugs") addition ce organic compound removal , „ , , . 5 sous Stage ,,r Aeration , High Purity Oxygen System , , , , 20 Diffused Ait System .. , a , , ..... 1 0 Mechanical Air System (fixed, floating, or rotor) , , , . . , , , , Separate Stodge Reaeration .. Trickling Filter High Rate ............. Standard Rate.,..,.,.,... Packed Tower..,......... iologisat Aerated Filter or Aerated gical Filter , ...... ........ , .. . Biological Contactors . , .... , r , , . , 1 0 Sand Fitter - mitten! biological recirculating biological 2G 1C 6 3 7 5 5 10 10 10 2 3 5 7 5 5 10 2 3 5 16) TERTIARY OH. AuvAnrt:k.0 1titATMEN1 UNIT (a) Activated Carbons Beds - without carbon regeneration ...... . ....... . with carbon regeneration ................. Powdered or Granular Activated Cotton Feed - without carbon regeneration .............. with carbon regeneration ...... (b) Danitritication Process (separate process) . Eledrndialysis . . . . . . .. .. . .............. ... Foam Separation ........ . .......... . 5 15 5 15 5 1 it 5 5 5 Land Application ot Treated Effluent (see definition no, 22b) (not applicable for sand. gravel, stone and other similar mining Operations) (i) on agriculturally managed sites (See del. No.4) ............................ . 1 0 (ii) by high rate infiltration on non -agriculturally managed sites (includes rotary distributors and similar fixed nozzle systems) ........... 4 (iii) by subsurface disposal (includes Ito pressure pipe systems and gravity systems except al plants consisting of septic lank and nitritica- Phosphorus Removal by Biological Processes (See def. No, 26) ....... .................... Polishing Ponds - without aeration ... with aeration ........ Post Aeration • cascade ............. diffused or mechanical Reverse Osmosis ........ _ .................. . Sand or Mixed -Media Fillers • k,w rate ........ high rate........ Treatment processes for removal of metal or Treatment processes for removal of toxic materials other than metal or cyanide ....... SWDGE TREATMENT (a) Sludge Digestion Tank . Heated ... Aerobic , .. Unheated ..... Sludge SStab3tizalien (chemical or thermal) . Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity ........ . Vacuum Assisted .... Sludge Elutriation ..... , Sludge Conditioner (chernicat or thermal) ... , ..... Sludge Thickener (gravity) ............... . .... . Dissolved Air Flotation Unit (not applicable to a unit rates as (3) (i) ........ Sludge Gas Utilization (including as storage) . , Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated .... Non -aerated , .......... 2Q 2 5 15 Sludge Incinerator - Vacuum Filter, Centrih similar dewalering devic (5) St URGE DISPOSAL (kick/cling incinerated ash) (a) Lagoons ...................,.......,.,,... .,.... 2 (b) Land Application (surface and subsurface) "free definition 22a) -where the facility holds the land app. permit ... 1© -by contracting i0 a land application operator who holds the land application permit ................ 2 -land application of Mudge by a contractor who does not hold the permit for the wastewater treatment facility where the sludge is generated ......... 10 (c) Landtilled (burial) ... . .. .............. . ....... 5 (9) DISINFECTION (a) Chlorination ...... . .... . .. .............. 5 (b) Dechtorinalion .................... 5 5 (d) Radiation ....... , .. , ......... , ... - . 5 10 5 3 5 2 5 5 5 5 2 5 2 (not Including activated carbon regeneration) ... 1 0 or Filter Press or other ....... 10 (10) CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM (S) (See definition No. 9) (nt4t applicable to chemical additions rated as item () (i), (5) (a) (xi). (6) (a), (6) (b). (7) (b), (7) (e), (9j (a), (9) (b), or (9) (c) 5 points each; List: (11) MIS LANEOUS UNITS Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Settling Ponds for Organic or Toxit Materials including wastes from mining operations containing nitrogen and/or phosphorous compounds in amounts significantly greater than is common for domestic wastewater ..,.,_ „,_ 4 Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage basins which .are inherent in land application systems). 2 Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins inherent in Iand application systems5 Pumps, ......,.......,. ,�...,.-._,..... _.........�,...».......... ...... . 3 Stand -By Power Supply. 3 Thermal Pollution Control Device ............................................ 3 CLASSIFICATION TOTAL POINTS ClassIL, .... 26. 50 Points Class III......... .... n....,.., ,.................... ... 51. 65 Points Class IV..._ ..,..._ .....................___. ..,... 66- Up Points Facilities having a rating of one through four points, inclusive, do not require a certified operator. Classification of ail other facilities requires a comparable grade operator in responsible charge. Facilities having an activated sludge process will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II, Facilities having treatment processes for the removal of metal or cyanide will be assigned a minimum classification of Class II, Facilities having treatment processes for the biological removal' of phosphorus wi11 be assigned a minimum classification of Class 111. In.plant processes and related control equipment which ere an integral part of industrial production shall nol be considered waste treatment. Likewise, discharges of wastewater from residences having a design flow of 1,000 gpd or less, shall not be subject to rating. ADDITIONAL COMMENTSt. RECEIVED tOIVI ffirOk.Cov44ENFAL, MANA,CE OCT 7 989 MOORCSiei State of Norti Carolina E)epart f Natural Resources and Community Development Division of En';ironmental Management 12 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 james G. Martin, Governor William W. Cobey, Jr,, Secretary Mr. Robert Spencer F..0 Box 37 Sherrils Ford, NC 286.73 '[loar M. Sp r October 16, 1989 Subjeet: Permit No, NC004.4253 Dogwood Catawba Conuty Paul tit Director R a c;cordance with. T.,,Int applicat ion. for OTscharg,c peymit ;-eceived on Janar,,,, 30, I9S9, we ore forwarding herewith the subject State - NPOES permit. Thiti permit is issuedpursuant to the requirements of North Carolina (3cinei-11 Statute 143-215,1 and. the Itemoranduim of Agreement between North. C;qrojiu.e., and the N.S Environmental Ptotection. Agency doted December 6, 1983. Tf any parts, mE,nsurement freqsoneles 9 r sampling requicements contained in this permit are unnece„ptable to you, you may request A waiver or modification pursuant to Reguletic1T TS NCAC 213 ,0503(h) by written request to the Di rotor identifyin the specific Issues to be contended, Unless such tequesr is made within 30 days follotsing receipt of this permit, this permit 11 be final ard hind,ing. Should your reqiiest he denied, you wi i I have the right to request Au adjuditatory hearing. Please, take notice that this permit is not L7eic Fart It, 11,3, addresses the requirements. to be followed in case of e.hange in ownership OT: control of this discharge_ This permit doe. not affect the legal requitsmeuts to obtAin other permits which. may be required by. the Division of Environmenral Ilonagement required by the Divison of hand (2.(,)0Mt41 klanagement Act oT .riny other Federal or LQ001 governmental permit, that irxy fegijr0. T f you. have Any questions concornrup, ;his porm.it, Nu, Mack Wiggins at telephone numbr 919/712-5083. S Original Signed By Donald Saki! for R tot I. 1.1.1v; cc: Mr Jim Pat rick, EPA 1orvii le o!)a 1 Offcn Pollution Prevention Pays P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 276H-7687 Telephone 919-733.7015 An Equal Oppommiry Affirmariv Action Employer a Permit No. NC0044253 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PERMIT To DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provisions 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, North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Camp Dogwood on NCSR 1849 west of Terrell Catawba County to receiving waters designated as Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) in the Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts 1, II, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective November 1, 1989 This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on October 31, 1994 Signed this day October 16, 1989 fro nal signed Y nate! Safrit for R. Paul Wilms, Director Division of Environmental Management By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission i Permit No. NC0044253 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.010 MGD extended aeration wastewater treatment plant consisting of a bar screen, 'aeration basin, clarifier, return sludge lines, and disinfection facilities located at Camp Dogwood, on NCSR 1849, west of Terrell in Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit), and 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) which is classified Class "WS-III & B" waters in the Catawba River Basin. aot U 1 !i 11) it , • .— J \____) 5 C',:-...„..i r .1 / 1r`�—� 1 tr- N / Mari • '-:`'' 'EL E,y::436Q' A. (1) . EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Final During the period beginning on the effective date of the Permit and Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial number(s) 001. and monitored by the Permittee as specified below: Effluent Characteristics NPDES No. lasting until Such discharges NC0044253 expiration, the shall be limited Discharge Limitations Monitoring Requirements Lbs/day Other Units (Specify) Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Flow BOD, 5Day, 20 Degrees C Total Suspended Residue NH3 as N Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) Total Residual Chlorine Temperature M3 Measurement Frequency 0.010 MGD Weekly 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/1 2/month 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/1 2/month Monthly 200.0/100 ml 400.0/100 ml 2/month Daily Weekly * Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units 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. Sample Type Instantaneous Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab nor greater *Sample Location I or E E E E E E E than 9.0 standard units and shall be Part I B. Schedule of Compliance 1. The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations specified for discharges in accordance with the following schedule: Permittee sha].1 comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the permit. 2. Permit tee 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 Page 1 of 14 PART II STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS SECTION A. 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 for denial of a permit renewal application. 2. Penalties for Violations of Permit Conditions Any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $10,000 per day of such violation. Any person who willfully or negligently violates a permit condition is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $15,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months or both. 3. Duty to Mitigate The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize any adverse impact to navigable waters resulting from noncompliance with any effluent limitations specified in this permit, including accelerated or additional monitoring as necessary to determine the nature and impact of the noncomplying discharge. 4. Permit Modification After notice and opportunity for a hearing pursuant to NCGS 143-215.1(b) (2) and NCGS 143-215.1(e) respectively, this permit may be modified, suspended, or revoked in whole or in part during its term for cause including, but not limited to, the following: a. Violation of any terms or conditions of this permit; b. Obtaining this permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose fully all relevant facts; c. A change in any condition that requires either a temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the authorized discharge; or d. Information newly acquired by the Division indicating the discharge poses a threat to human health or welfare. If the permittee believes that any past or planned activity would. be cause for modification or revocation and reissuance, the permittee must report such information to the Permit Issuing Authority. The submittal of a new application Part II Page 2 of.I4 may be required of the permittee. The filing of a request by the permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliances, does not stay any permit condition. 5. Toxic Pollutants Notwithstanding Part II, A-4 above, if a toxic effluent standard or prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such effluent standard or prohibition) is established under Section 307(a) of the Act for a toxic pollutant which is present in the discharge, if such standard or prohibition is more stringent than any limitation for such pollutant in this permit, this permit shall be revised or modified in accordance with the toxic effluent standard prohibition and the permittee so notified. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under Section 307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants within the time provided in the regulations that establish those standards or prohibitions, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement. 6. Civil and Criminal Liability Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, B-3) and "Power Failures" (Part II, B-6), 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. 7. 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 USC 1321. Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended. 8. 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. Part II Page 3 of 14 9. Onshore of 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. 10. 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. 11. Duty to Provide Information The permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reason- able 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. SECTION B. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS 1. Proper Operation and Maintenance The permittee shall at all times maintain in good working order and operate as efficiently as possible all treatment or control facilities or systems installed or used by the permittee to achieve compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit. 2. 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. 3. Bypassing Any diversion from or bypass of facilities is prohibited, except (i) where unavoidable to prevent loss of life or severe property damage, or (ii) where excessive storm drainage or runoff would damage any facilities necessary for compliance with the effluent limitations and prohibitions of this permit. All permittees who have such sewer bypasses or overflows of this discharge shall submit, not later than six months from the date of issuance of this permit, detailed data or engineering estimates which identify: a. The location of each sewer system bypass or overflow; b. The frequency, duration and quantity of flow from each sewer system bypass or overflow. Part II Page 4 of 14 This requirement is waived where infiltration/inflow analyses are scheduled to be performed as part of an Environmental Protection Agency facilities planning project. The permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or 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 division from or bypass of facilities. 4. Upsets "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. An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for noncompliance with such technology based permit limitation if the requirements of 40 CFR S 122.41(n)(3) are met. 5. Removed Substances Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters shall be 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. 6. Power Failures The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM Regulation, Title 15, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability, to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent. SECTION C. 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. Part II Page 5 of 14 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: Division of Environmental Management Water Quality Section ATTENTION: Central Files Post Office Box 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 3 Flow Measurements Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected and used to insure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to insure that the accuracy of the measurements are consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than + 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Once -through condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement. 4. Test Procedures Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC 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. 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, by punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than six months per violation, or by both. Part II Page 6 of 14 6. Records Retention All records and information resulting from the monitoring activities required by this permit including all records of analyses performed and calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and recordings from continuous monitoring instrumentation shall be retained for a minimum of three (3) years by the permittee. Thisperiod of retention shall be extended during the course of any unresolved litigation or if requested by the Division of Environmental Management or the Regional Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. 7. Recording Results For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee shall record the following information: a. The exact place, date, and time of sampling; b. The dates the analyses were performed; c. The person(s) who performed the analyses; and d. The results of such analyses. 8. Right of Entry The permittee shall allow the Director of the Division of Environmental Management, the Regional Administrator, and/or their authorized representatives, upon the presentations of credentials: a. To enter upon the permittee's premises where an effluent source is located or in which any records are required to be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; and b. At reasonable times to have access to and copy any records required to be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; to inspect any monitoring equipment or monitoring method required in this permit; and to sample any discharge of pollutants. SECTION D. 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. Any anticipated facility expansions, production increases, or process modifications which will result Part II Page 7 of 14 in new, different, or increased discharges of pollutants must be reported by submission of a new NPDES application or, if such changes will not violate the effluent limitations specified in this permit, by notice to the DEM of such changes. Following such notice, the permit may be modified to specify and limit any pollutants not previously limited. 2. Anticipated Noncompliance The permittee shall give notice to the Permit Issuing Authority of any planned change in the permitted facility or activity which may result in noncompliance with permit requirements. Any maintenance of facilities, which might necessitate unavoidable interruption of operation and degradation of effluent quality, shall be scheduled during noncritical water quality periods and carried out in a manner approved by the Permit Issuing Authority. 3. Transfer of Ownership or Control This permit is not transferable. In the event of any change in name, control or ownership of facilities from which the authorized discharge emanates or is contemplated, the permittee shall notify the prospective owner or controller by letter of the existence of this permit and of the need to obtain a permit in the name of the prospective owner. A copy of the letter shall be forwarded to the Division of Environmental Management.,. 4. Additional Monitoring by Permittee If the permittee monitors any pollutant at the location(s) designated herein more frequently than required by this permit, using approved analytical methods as specified above, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the values is required in the DMR. Such increased frequency shall also be indicated. The DEM may require more frequent monitoring or the monitoring of other pollutants not required in this permit by written notification. 5. Averaging of Measurements Calculations for limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Permit Issuing Authority in the permit. 6. 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: Part II Page 8 of 14 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. d. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility has gone out of compliance with its NPDES permit limitations. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within 15 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. 7. 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 substance(s) (listed at 40 CFR S 122, Appendix D, Table II and III) which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels". (1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/1); (2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/1) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony; or (3) Five (5) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant(s) in the permit application. b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant (listed at 40 CFR S 122, Appendix D. Table II and III) which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following "notification levels": Part II Page 9 of 14 (1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1); (2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony; or (3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant(s) in the permit application. 8. Expiration of Permit Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive 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 discharge without a permit after the expiration will subject the permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et seq. 9. 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 Part II Page 10 of 14 well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall responsibility for environ- mental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and (3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority. c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall making the following certification: "I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and believe, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations." 10. Availability of 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 Environmental Management. 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 six months per violation, or by both. SECTION E. DEFINITION 1. Permit Issuing Authority The Director of the Division of Environmental Management. 2. DEM or Division Means the Division of Environmental Management, Department of Natural Resources and Community Development. Part II Page 11 of 14 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 sample and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges samples and/or measured during such month. It is therefore, an arithmetic mean found by adding the weights of the pollutant found each day of the month and then dividing this sum by the number of days the tests were reported. The limitation is identified as "Daily Average" or "Monthly Average" in Part I of the permit. b. The "weekly average discharge" is defined as the total mass of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during the calendar week (Sunday -Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured, divided by the number of daily discharges samples 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 sample 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. Part II Page 12 of 14 6. Concentration Measurement a. The "average monthly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations of all daily discharges samples 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" or "Daily Average" under "Other Limits" in Part I of the permit. b. The "average weekly concentration," other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the sum of the concentrations of all daily discharges sampled and/or measured during a calendar week (Sunday/Saturday) on which daily discharges are sampled and measured divided by the number of daily discharges sampled and/or 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. 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. Part II Page 13 of 14 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. - 8. Types of Samples a. Composite Sample: These samples consist of grab samples collected at equal intervals and combined proportional to flow, a sample continuously collected proportionally to flow, or equal volumes taken at varying time intervals. If a composite sample is obtained from grab samples, the following requirements apply: The intervals between influent grab samples shall be no greater than hourly. Intervals between effluent grab samples shall be no greater than hourly except where the detention time of the wastewater in the facility is greater than 24 hours, in which case, the interval between grab samples shall be no greater in number of hours than the detention time in number of days; provided, however, in no case may the time between effluent grab samples be greater than six hours nor the number of grab samples less than four during any discharge period of 24 hours or less. 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. 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. 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. Part II Page 14 of 14 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 A toxic pollutant is any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act. PART Ifs OTHER REQUIREMENTS A. Previous Permits All previous State water quality permits issued to this facility, whether for construction or operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. The conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing discharge under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility. B. Construction No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions thereto shall be begun until Final Plans and Spec.ifi�atiicns have been submitted to the Division of Environmental Management and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been issued. C. Certified Operator Pursuant to Chapter 90A of North Carolina General Statutes, the permittee shall. employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in responsible charge of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the classifi.cation assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities. D. Groundwater Monitoring The permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director of the Division of Environmental Management, conduct groundwater monitoring as may he required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards. E. Limitations Repener This permit shall be modified or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to comply with any applicable effluent guideline or water quality standard issued or approved under Sections 302(b) (2) (c), and. (d), 304.(b) (2), and 307(a) (2) of the Clean Water Act, if the effluent guideline or water quality standard so issued or approved: 1. contains different conditions or is otherwise more stringent than any effluent limitation in the permit; or . 2. controls any pollutant not limited in the permit. The permit as modified or reissued under this .paragraph shall also contain any other requirements in the Act then applicable. Part III Permit No. NC0044253 F. Toxicity Reopener This permit shall be modified, or revoked and reissued to incorporate toxicity limitations and monitoring requirements in the event toxicity testing or other studies conducted on the effluent or receiving stream indicate that detrimental effects may be expected in the receiving stream as a result of this discharge. G. Within 6 months after reissuance of this Permit, the permittee shall extend the outfall line to the center of the stream channel. An Authorization to Construct must be requested and received prior to construction. PART IV ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE FEE REQUIREMENTS A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance fee within 30 (thirty) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15 NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit. Date: February 17, 1989 NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS County: Catawba NPDES Permit No. NC 0044253 PART I -- GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Facility and Address: Camp Dogwood Post office Box 39 Sherrills Ford, NC 28673 2. Date of Investigation: February 15, 1989 3. Report Prepared By: Michael L. Parker, Environmental Engineer I 4. Person Contacted: Bryan Musgrave, Operator; telephone number (704) 478-2785 (Mid -South Water Systems) 5. Directions to Site: From the junction of S. R. 1848 (Sherrills Ford Road) and S. R. 1849 (Mt. Pleasant Road) in eastern Catawba County, travel south on S. R. 1849 approximately 2.0 miles and turn right into the entrance'to Camp Dogwood. Travel down this road to the cul-de-sac and the wastewater treatment plant is located on the right side. 6. Discharge Point* - Latitude: 35° 35' 45" Longitude: 81° 01' 02" *Denotes change from previously permitted location. Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site and discharge point on map. USGS Quad No.: E 14 SE 7. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): Limited if any area is available for expansion if necessary. 8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Gently rolling, 3-5% slopes. The wastewater treatment facility is located above the high water elevation of Lake Norman. 9. Location of Nearest Dwelling: Several dwellings within 200-300 feet of the existing facility. 10. Receiving Stream or Affected. Surface Waters: Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) a. Classification: WS-III, B b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba Page Two c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: Discharge enters a main tributary of Lake Norman which has various recreational uses pursuant to its assigned classification. No water intakes are located nearby. PART II -- DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS 1. Type of wastewater: 100% Domestic 0% Industrial a. Volume of wastewater: 0.010 MGD b. Types and quantities of industrial wastewater: N/A c. Prevalent toxic constituents in wastewater: N/A d. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): Not needed 2. Production Rates (industrial discharges only) in Pounds: N/A 3. Description of Industrial Process (for industries only) and Applicable CFR Part and Subpart: N/A 4. Type of Treatment (specify whether proposed or existing): The existing facilities consist of a bar screen, aeration basin, clarifier, and tablet disinfection. 5. Sludge Handling and Disposal Scheme: Sludge is removed as needed by a septage hauler. 6. Treatment Plant Classification: Class I 7. SIC Code(s): 8361 Wastewater Code(s): 11 PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION 1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grants Funds (municipals only)? No 2. Special monitoring requests: N/A 3. Additional effluent limits requests: N/A 4. Other: N/A PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS The wastewater treatment facilities were in good operational condition at the time of the site inspection. A few minor discrepancies, however, were noted and will be brought to the attention of Camp Dogwood officials in a forthcoming Compliance Evaluation Inspection. Effluent quality appeared good. Page Three One specific item which should be addressed is the outlet point of the discharge pipe. The existing outfall only extends approximately 30-40 feet from the high water mark and according to the operator, during low lake levels, is observed discharging onto the ground. An extension of this outfall to a location as designated --on the attached map will be requested of Camp Dogwood • officials in the aforementioned Compliance Evaluation Inspection. A condition should also be included in the Permit upon renewal that the outfall must be extended at least 200 feet towards the center of the stream channel by no later than six (6) months from the effective date of the Permit. Pending receipt and approval of a waste load allocation, it is recommended that the NPDES Permit be renewed. Water Qualityegional Supervisor LC FE 989 to of North Carolina Department of Natural Resources and Community Development Division of Environnmental. Management 512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 James G. Mathn, Governor S.,...,;Thomas RdSecretary Dear Subject: NPDES Perini NPDES Perm,i;, R. Paul 'Wilms Director Appli.cation No. NCOO This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents ox - Application Form, Engineering Proposal (for proposed control faciiitles), Request for permit renewal, Application Processing Fee of $ Other The items checked below are needed before review can begin:. Application form (Copy enclosed), Engineering. Proposal. TSee Attachment), Application Processing Fee of $ Other County If the application is not made complete within thir be returned td you and may be resubmitted when comp This application has been assigned to (919/733-5083) of our Permits Unit for aev 'w. `ou w any comments recommendations, questions or her informa for the review of the application. I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regional Office Supervisor prepare a staff report and recommendations regarding this discharge. If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact the review person listed above. cc: e.xy, Arthur Motlerry, P.E. Supervisor, Permits and Engineering Pollution Prevention Pays Po. 'Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone'919-733-7015 An Equal Opportttrrity Affirmative Action Employer NORTH CAROLINA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COFM(UNITY ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT CORMISSION NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM G To be filed only by services. wholesale and retail trade, and other commercial establishments including vessels DEVELOPMENT FOR AGENCY USE 100 APPLICATION NUMBER R M0101411U21SI3 DATE RECEIVED ,(ar1clI1at YEAR M0. DAY Do not attempt to complete this form without reading the accompanying instructions Please print or type 1. Name, address, and telephone number of facility producing discharge A. Name Coin* 000_11)C)OC\ P.o. r3ox 3q S/levv;(kS Fo,d • B. Street address 4/o m ;A 5o Lop 5 vsfem s o 9i',-) C. City Sher,-; Ford E. County C-4it'gwbA G. Telephone No. Zo 4 4-7 8 — 27 S Area Code 2. 51C (Leave blank) 3. Number of 4. Nature of 5. (a) Check (b) Check employees business 0. State N • ' F. 11P " R67 3 rv,C. L;bp.s Fo.in-A .dri Ic (Carr+P fe.- ttie r31.�di here if discharge occurs all year i, or the month(s) discharge occurs: 1. o January 6.0 June 11.0 November (c) How many days per week: l.al 2.02-3 2.0 February 3.0 March 4.0 April 7. 0 July 8.0 August 9.0 September 12.0 December 3.0 4-5 4.0 6-7 5.0May 10. o October 6. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (check as applicable) Discharge per operating day A. Sanitary, daily average 0.1-999 (1) Flow, gallons per operating day 1000-4999 (2) 5000-S999 (3) 10,000- 49,999 (4) 50,000 or more (5) None (6) Volume treated before discharging (percent) 0.1- 29.9 (7) 30- 64.9 (8) 65- 94.9 (9) 95- 100 (10) B. Cooling water, etc.. daily average C. Other discharge(s), daily average; Specify D. Maximum per operat- ing day for combined discharge (all types) 7. i f any of the types of waste identified in item 6, either treated or un- treated, are discharged to places other than surface waters. check below as applicable.. RECEIVE. JAN 3.0 1989 waste water is discharged to: PERW S & F!r'1 Fp: ,' 0.1-999 (1) 1000-4999 (2) 5000-9999 (3) 10,000-49,999 (4) 50,000 or more (S) A. Municipal sewer system - 14. 1lneleuvuund well C. Septic tank • 0. Evaporation lagoon or pond E. Other, specify: . . 8. Number ofseparatedischarge points: A,131 B. 0 2-3 C. 04-5 11.0 6 or wore 9. Name of receiving water or waters L ke N ov r,o -10. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain one or more of the following substances Agit as a result of your operations, activities, or processes: ammonia, cyant , i uminum, beryllium, codifies. chromium, copper, lead, mercury, nickel, selenium, sins, phenols, oil and grease,- andan/chlorine (residual). A.�yas 8.0 no i certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the best of my knowledge and belief such Information is true, complete, and accurate. �� h erg £ S- ere? Printed Name of Perso„fSigning EXe4,71) iL /)/ier7112j^ Title Date Application 5 4c Signature of Applicant North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any applicatj.on,'record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained'under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission impleioen44ng that Article, or who falsifies, tampers u t5, ur knowly renders inaccurate any.r cording or rsonitosiug-4pvice or method required to be operated ar maintained under AT;feie 21:'oc regulatioaa .of the Environmental Management Commis i implementing that Article, sha13''beviii.tv'•-of a 'Misdemeanor punishable by aline not to exceed SZO,r1no, or by itnprisonment•nbt to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 prow_ a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.) STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS' Part I - INSPECTION OF EXISTING WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SITE 1. a. Place visited: Camp Dogwood b. Mailing Address: Route 1 Sherrill's Ford, North Carolina 28673 Catawba County 2. Date of Investigation: 4/25/85 Date of Report: 4/26/84 3. By: Larry D. Coble 't' ViR 4. a. Person contacted: Lark Bumgarner-Operator b. Phone No.: 704/478-2155 5. Directions to site: From Mooresville travel west on Highway 150 to S. R. 1815 Turn right on S. R. 1815 and travel north to S. R. 1849. Turn right on S. R. 1849 and travel 0.5 mile to the Camp located on the left. 6. a. The coordinates to the existing point of effluent discharge are: Latitude: 35°35'25" Longitude: 81°00'55" b. USGS Quad No.: E 14 SE (see attached map) 7. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): There is ample area available. 8. Topography: Rolling with slopes of 3-7%. 9. Location of nearest dwelling: There are no dwellings located within 50 feet of the 'facility. 10. Receiving Stream: Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) a. Classification: A -II and B b. Minimu::. 7-Day, 10-Year discharge at site: 4.2 cfs c. River Basin and Sub -Basin No.: Catawba 03-08-32 Part II - DESCRIPTION OF EXISTING TREATMENT FACILITIES 1. Existing Facilities: The applicant has a 10,000 gpd wastewater treatment plant consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin with diffused aeration, secondary clarifier with sludge return and effluent disinfection facilities. 2. Proposed Modifications: No modifications have been made or are proposed. Pr' Part III - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Performance Evaluation: The following past self -monitoring data: Parameter Limitation Flow BOD5 TSS Fecal Coliform pH 0.010 MGD 30 mg/1 30 mg/1 200/100 ml 6-9 s.u. Page Two compares Permit limitations with Self -Monitoring 0.0022 MGD 8.1 mg/1 3 mg/1 646/100 ml 6.8-8.0 s.u. 2. 0 & M Evaluation: The facilities appeared to be in great need of maintenance. The secondary clarifier was covered with scum and grease. No security is provided for this facility (i.e.-no fence around it). The chlorine contact chamber was full of solids. 3. Recommendations and/or Special Conditions: It is recommended that the Permit be reissued. Problems with 0 & M will be pursued by the MR0 staff in the near future. North Carolina Department of Natural Resources &Community Development James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor James A. Summers, Secretary April 18, 1984 Robert E. Spencer NC Lions Association for the Blind, Inc. P. O. Box 28124 Raleigh, NC 27611-8124 Dea Mr. Spencer Receipt of the following d©cum Subject: DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL. MANAGEMENT Robert F. Helms Director Application for NPDES Permit No. NC0044253 Camp Dogwood, Catawba herrills Ford County nts is hereby acknowledged: Application Form Engineering Proposal (for proposed control Request for permit renewal Other facilities) 733-7015 If any of the items listed below are checked, the application received is Incomplete and the indicated item(s) must be received before review can begin: Application Form (copies enclosed) Engineering Proposal (See (b) i-5 on attached) Other If the application is not made complete within thirty returned to you and may be resubmitted when complete. This application has been assigned to Ms. Helen $, Fowler (919/733-5083) of our Permits Unit for review and preparation of a draft permit.. Once the permit is drafted, public notice must be issues for forty-five 45) days prior to final action on the issuance or denial of the permit. You will be advised of any comments, recommendations, questions or other information necessary for the review of the application. I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regional Office Supervisor prepare a staff report and recommendations regarding this discharge. If you have any questions regarding this application, please contact the review person listed above. cc: oiesville Regional Helen S. Fowler 30) days, it will be Sincerely yours, Or g na1 Signed By HELEN a FOW°L,ER William C. Mills, Supervisor Permits and Engineering Unit Supervisor R O. Box 27687 Raleigh, Na C 27611-7887 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer North Caroli a s r ssociati for the Blin Seeneseng Cargo Dogwood 800-662 Mr. Robert F. Division. C0 Environments. .. Management .na Department of Natural l Resources p F1 n t 9, 1984 c., P.C. BOX 28124 RALEIGH, N,C, 27611-8124 ROBERT E. SPENCER APB I fn I have 1 become aware e 1: your oe1a111Unicat a r1 :rrc i 1t n ; that our permit for waste_ water discharge at Craig Do w=i.i.l ex,ire on Js.gzr 30, 984. your com— for was delayed. because i,t airs sent t ire: 1t Crlr.il 17r wc:ke>d, Camp Do 3_ocat: _d on Lake Norman 1 Catawba some `F st"rCi, your original letter was !F2]. rd Cf?e at Camp and did not to Tiiit n Perhaps we. can. be he :r?" p:' S."k"'Msed to }e at Post Office Box 2812 gu r"l,rl C. 1C att w.,...p,owe Camp t aY'l.1€--.'"«:t`, Melvin t& fir1l. ',. [�': rW ,� at Post There is no . ge ci17()1 C'r.im 1 "?ir (}I permit need to the of avoiding delays i1`1 communicating and. we defindm S : ARD OF° b ECTO,R1 ee t Vh e re=. & 'aa: d at the e Treasww - RECEIVED Q V[SEON OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANA6EME,fl Permit No. NC0044253 rAPR 7 i 1969 11OORESViLLE "1"LTATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPAATMENT-OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PERMIT To DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provisions 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, North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Camp Dogwood on NCSR 1849 west of Terrell Catawba County to receiving waters designated as Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) in the Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective TU.is permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on Signed this day R. Paul Wilms, Director Division of Environmental Management By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission • Permit No. NC0044253 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.010 MGD extended aeration wastewater treatment plant consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, clarifier, return sludge lines, and disinfection facilities located at Camp Dogwood, on NCSR 1849, west of Terrell in Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit), and 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) which is classified Class "WS-III & B" waters in the Catawba River Basin. ..i yllSsriy' m y<� • q\S ip •'. • A. (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Final NPDES No. NC0044253 During the period beginning on the effective date of the Permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial number(s) 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below: Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations Monitoring Requirements Lbs/day Other Units (Specify) Measurement Sample *Sample Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Frequency Type Location Flow 0.010 MGD Weekly Instantaneous 1 or E BOD, 5Day, 20 Degrees 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 Monthly Grab E Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 200.0/100 ml 400.0/100 ml 2/month Grab E Total Residual Chlorine Daily Grab E Temperature Weekly Grab E 1 Sample locations: E - Effluent, 1 - Influent 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. M3 Part III Permit No. NC0044253 F. Toxicity Reopener This permit shal], be modified, or revoked and reissued to incorporate toxicity limitations and monitoring requirements in the event toxicity testing or other studies conducted on the effluent or receiving stream indicate that detrimental effects may be expected in the receiving stream as a result of this discharge. G. Within 6 months after reissuance of this Permit, extend the outfall line 200 feet towards the center of the stream channel. An Authorization to Construct must be requested and received prior to construction. Permit Nc. NC0044253 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PERMIT To DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In compliance with the provisions 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, North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at. Camp Dogwood on NCSR 1849 west of Terrell Catawba County to receiving waters designated as Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) in the Catawba River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on Signed this day eluL, J Lt R. Paul Wilms, Director Division of Environmental Management By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission No. NC0044253 SUPPgEMEi T' i U PERMIT COVER SHEET North Carolina Lions Foundation, Inc, is hereby authorized to: Continue to operate an existing 0.0. treatment plant consisting of a bar return sludge lines, and disinfection fac. on. NCSR 1849, west of Terrell in Catawba Permit), and nded aeration wastewater ae rt ion basin, clarifier, es located at Camp Dogwood, aunty (See fart III of this 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached. map into Mountain Creek (Lake Norman) which is classified Cla4ss "WS-III & 11' waters in the Catawba River Basin. -- -j- � i 1r` l A t ?Camp • Dogwood • 3 3 Marina' A. (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Final During the period beginning on the effective date of Permittee is authorized to discharge from ontfall(s) serial and monitored by the Permittee as specified below: Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations Lbs/day Other Units (Specify) Monthly Avg. Weekly Av_g. Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Flow BOD, 5Day, 20 Degrees C Total Suspended Residue NH3 as N Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) Total Residual Chlorine Temperature M3 0.010 MGD 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/1 30.0 mg/1 45.0 mg/1 200.0/100 ml 400.0/100 ml * Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor monitored 2/month at the effluent by grab sample. NPDES No. NC0044253 the Permit and lasting until number(s) 001. Such discharges expiration, the shall be limited Monitoring Requirements Measurement Frequency Weekly 2/month 2/month Monthly 2/month Daily Weekly Sample *Sample 1 Location Instantaneous Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab I or E E E E E E E greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. Part III Permit No. NC0044253 F. Toxicity Reopener This permit shall be modified, or revoked and reissued to incorporate toxicity limitations and monitoring requirements in the event toxicity testing or other studies conducted on the effluent or receiving stream indicate that detrimental effects may be expected in the receiving stream as a result of this discharge. G. Within 6 months after reissuance of this Permit, extend the outfall line 200 feet towards the center of the stream channel. An Authorization to Construct must be requested and received prior to construction. North Carolina. Department of Natural Resources & C.ommunity Development James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jaynes A, Summers, Secretary Mr. Robert Spencer Camp Dogwood PO Box 28124 Raleigh, NC 27611 August 31, 1984 DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Robert FHelens Director Telephone 919 733-7015 Nc . NC0©44253 Camp ➢ogwood-Sherrills Ford Catawba County )ear F#x. Spencer; In accordance with your application for discharge permit received April 17, 1984, we are forwarding herewith the subject State-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 December 6, 1983. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this Permit are unaccept- able to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing before a hearing offi- cer upon written demand to the Director within 30 days following receipt of this Permit, identifying the specific issues to be contended, Unless such demand is made, this Permit shall be final and binding. Please take notice that this Permit is not transferable. Part II, B.2. addresses the requirements to be followed in case of change in ownership or control of this discharge. This Permit does not affect the legal requirement to obtain other Permits which may be required by the Division of Environmental Management. If you have any questions concerning this Permit, please contact Ms. Helen Fowler at telephone number 919/733-5083. Sincerely yours, Original Signed By FORREST R. WESTALL. FOR Robert F. Helms cc: Mr. Jim Patrick, EPA Mooresville Regional Supervisor Attachment P O Box 2'7687 Raleigh, N. C. 27611.7687 An Equal Opportunity Afftrmarive Action Em,cioy^et Permit No., NC 0044253 to receiving waters Basin STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPAIUMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES E. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PERMIT To Discharge Wastewater Under the NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In. compliance with the provisions 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, NC Lions Association for the Blind, Inc. is hereby authorized to discharge, wastewater from a facility located at Camp Dogwood NCSR 1849 Catawba County designated the Catawba River (Lake Norman) in the Catawba River in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective September 1, 1984 This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 1989 Signed this day of August 31, 1984 Original Signed By FORREST R. WESTALL FOR Robert F. He ms, Director Division of Environmental Management By Authorityof the Environmental Management Commission Mi Permit No. NC0044253 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET NC Lions Association for the Blind, Inc. is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate a 10,000 GPD extended aeration wastewater treatment plant consisting of a bar screen, an aeration basin, clarifier, return sludge lines, and disinfection facilities located at Camp Dogwood (Note Part III of this permit), and 2. Discharge from said treatment works into the Catawba River (Lake Norman) which is classified Class "A -II & B" waters. A. (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Final During the period beginning on the effective date of the Permitand lasting until expiration , - the permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial number(s) 001 Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below: Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations Kg/day (lbs/day) Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Flow BOD, 5Day, 20°C NH as N TSS Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) Temperature Dissolved Oxygen Monitoring Requirements Other -Units (Specify) Measurement Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Frequency 0.010 MGD Weekly 30 mg/1 45 mg/1 2/Month Monthly 30 mg/l 45 mg/1 2/Month 200/100 ml 400/100 ml 2/Month Daily Weekly Sample Type Instantaneous Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab Grab The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored weekly at the Effluent by grab samples. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. Sample Location Effluent Effluent Effluent Effluent Effluent Effluent Effluent Part I Permit No. NC 8. SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE 1. The permittee shall achieve compliance with the effluent limitations specified for discharges in accordance with the following schedule: 2. 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 scheduled requirement. M 4 & I 4 Part I Permit No. NC "Act" used herein means the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, As Amended. "DEM" used herein means the Division of Environmental Management of the Department of Natural Resources and Community Development. "EMC" used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission. C. MONITORING AND REPORTING 1. Representative Sampling Samples and measurements taken as required herein shall be representative of the volume and nature of the monitored discharge. 2. Reporting Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a Monthly Monitoring Report Form (DEM No. MR 1.0, 1.1, and 1.4) , postmarked no later than the 45th day following the completed reporting period. The first report is due on . Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address: Division of Environmental Management Water Quality Section Post Office Box 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 3. Definitions a. The monthly average, other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the arithmetic mean of all the composite samples collected in a one - month period. The monthly average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of samples collected in a one -month period. b. The weekly average, other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the arithmetic mean of all the composite samples collected during a one -week period. The weekly average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of samples collected in a one -week period. c. Flow, M3/day (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hour average flow, averaged monthly. It is determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the calendar month. d. Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values. M5 Part' Permit No. NC e. 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 equiva- lent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one (1). f. Composite Sample: A "composite sample" is any of the following: (1) Not less than four influent or effluent portions collected at regular intervals over a period of 24 hours and composited in proportion to flow. (2) Not less than four equal volume influent or effluent portions collected over a period of 24 hours at intervals proportional to the flow. (3) An influent or effluent portion collected continuously over a period of 24 hours at a rate proportional to the flow. g. Grab Sample: A "grab sample" is a single influent or effluent portion which is not a composite sample. The sample(s) shall be collected at the period(s) most representative of the total discharge. 4. Test Procedures Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143-215.63 et seq, The Water and Air Quality Reporting Act, and to regulations published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 i1SC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, As Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136. 5. Recording Results For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee shall record the following information: a. The exact place, date, and time of sampling; b. The dates the analyses were performed; and c. The person(s) who performed the analyses. M6 PART I Permit No. NC 6. Additional Monitoring by Permittee If the permittee monitors any pollutant at the location(s) designated herein more frequently than required by this permit, using approved analytical methods as specified above, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the values required in the Monthly Monitoring Report Form (DEM No. MR 1.0, 1.1, and 1.4) Such increased frequency shall also be indicated. The DEM may require more frequent monitoring or the monitoring of other pollutants not required in this permit by written notification. 7. Records Retention All records and information resulting from the monitoring activities required by this Permit including all records of analyses performed and calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and recordings from continuous monitoring instrumentation shall be retained for a minimum of three (3) years, or longer if requested by the Division of Environmental Management or the Regional Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. PART IL Permit No. NC A. MANAGEMENT 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. Any anticipated facility expansions, production increases, or process modifications which will result in new, different, or increased discharges of pollutants must be reported by submission of a new NPDES application or, if such changes will not violate the effluent limitations specified in this permit, by notice to the DEM of such changes. Following such notice, the permit may be modified to specify and limit any pollutants not previously limited. 2. Non compliance Notification If, for any reason, the permittee does not comply with or will be unable to comply with any effluent limitation specified in this permit, the per- mittee shall provide the Division of Environmental Management with the following information, in writing, within five (5) days of becoming aware of such condition: a. A description of the discharge and cause of noncompliance; and b. The period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times; or, if not corrected; the anticipated time the noncompliance is expected to continue, and steps being taken to reduce, eliminate and prevent recurrence of the noncomplying discharge. 3. Facilities Operation The permittee shall at all times maintain in good working order and operate as efficiently as possible all treatment or control facilities or systems installed or used by the permittee to achieve compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit. 4. Adverse Impact The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize any adverse impact to navigable waters resulting from noncompliance with any effluent limitations specified in this permit, including such accelerated or additional monitoring as necessary to determine the nature and impact of the noncomplying discharge. 5. Bypassing Any diversion from or bypass of facilities necessary to maintain compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit is prohibited, except (i) where M R & 1 7 PART II Permit No. NC unavoidable to prevent loss of life or severe property damage, or (11) where excessive storm drainage or runoff would damage any facilities necessary for compliance with the effluent limitations and prohibitions of this permit. The permittee shall promptly notify the Water Quality Section of DEM in writing of each such diversion or bypass. 6. Removed Substances Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters shall be disposed of 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. 7. Power Failures In order to maintain compliance with the effluent limitations and prohibitions of this permit, the permittee shall either: a. In •accordance with the Schedule of Compliance contained in Part I, provide an alternative power source sufficient to operate the waste- water control facilities; , or, if such alternative power source is not in existence, and no date for its implementation appears in Part I, b. Halt, reduce or otherwise control production and/or all discharges from wastewater control facilities upon the reduction, loss, or failure of the primary source of power to said wastewater control facilities. 8. 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. I8 PART II Permit No. NC B. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Right of Entry The permittee shall allow the Director of the Division of Environmental Management, the Regional Administrator, and/or their authorized represen- tatives, upon the presentations of credentials: a. The enter upon the permittee's premises where an effluent source is located or in which any records are required to be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; and b. At reasonable times to have access to and copy any records required to be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; to inspect any monitoring equipment or monitoring method required in this permit; and to sample any discharge of pollutants. 2. Transfer of Ownership or Control This permit is not transferable. In the event of any change in control or ownership of facilities from which the authorized discharge emanates or is contemplated, the permittee shall notify the prospective owner or controller by letter of the existence of this permit and of the need to obtain a permit'it the name of the prospective owner. A copy of the letter shall be,fcfrwarded to the Division of Environmental Management. 3. Availability of Repnrts Except for data determined to be confidential under N. C. G. S. 143-215. 3(a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices of the Division of Environmental Management. 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 far in N. C. G. S. 143-215.6(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act. 4. Permit Modification After notice and opportunity for a hearing pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143- 215.1(b)(2) and G. S. 14 ?-215.1(e) respectively, this permit may be modified, suspende., or revoked in whole or in part during its term for cause including, hut not limited to, the following: a. Violation of any terms or conditions of this permit; b. Obtaining th's permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose fully all relevant facts; or c. A change in any condition that requires either a temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the authorized discharge. M 10 & I 9 PART II Permit No. NC 5. Toxic Pollutants Notwithstanding Part II, B-4 above, if a toxic effluent standard or prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such effluent standard or prohibition) Is established under Section 307(a) of the Act for a toxic pollutant which is present in the discharge and such standard or prohibition is more stringent than any limitation for such pollutant in this permit, this permit shall be revised or modified in accordance with the toxic effluent standard or prohibition and the permittee so notified. 6. Civil and Criminal Liability Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, A-5) and "Power Failures" (Part II, A-7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from civil or criminal penalties for noncompliance pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. 7. 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 under N. C. G. S. 143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1321. 8. 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. 9. 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 circum- stance, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other cir- cumstances, and the reminder of this permit shall not be affected thereby. M 11 & I 10 PART II • Permit No NC 10. Expiration of Permit Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive 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 discharge without a permit after the expiration will subject the permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in N. C. G. S. 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 etseq.. i 11 PART .III Permit No. NC B. Previous Permits All previous State water quality permits issued to this facility, whether for construction or operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. The conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing discharge under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System governs discharges from this facility. C. Construction No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions thereto shall be begun until Final Plans and Specifications have been submitted to the Division of Environmental Management and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been issued. If no objections to Final Plans and Specifications has been made by the DEM after 30 days following receipt of the plans or issuance and construction whichever latter, the plans may be considered approved D. Certified Operator Pursuant to Chapter 90A of North Carolina General Statutes, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in responsible charge of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities. M 15 & I 12 8a Pe Car be dat aru before days fo to be contended. and binding„ or INVIRO 1979 613 In accordance with your application for discharge b 18, .97st vie are forwarding herewith the Permit le issued pursuant to the 1 twtutes 143 21:5.1 and the and the U. S. nviro bet Prase 1.2. address erehip or this Perm is which may be re have any questions c not try 'lours SOY trui)Y, . n&6 S aer A. Cm TURI" f: Mail S. Grty ID irec for Permit recsi t State ' ts of North ion Agency able.. change o obtain other nta, Mene8�, fact us* Permit No. NCO 0 4 42, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMNT DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PERMIT To Discharge Wastewater Under The NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM In, compliance with the provisions 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, Camp Dogwood is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Sherrill's Ford, North Carolina Catawba County to receiving waters Lake Norman (Cat.awba River) in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and othe., conditions set forth in Parts I, II, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective 05 1979 This permit and the authorization to discharge shall xpire at midnight on JUN 3 0 1964 Signed this day of , 1979 Ofig nal Signed By A. C. TURNAGE, JR. je. . Neil S. Sriqq, oirector Division of Environmental Management 3y. Authority of the Environmental Management Commission M 1 Page of Permit No, NC SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SKEET Camp Dogwood is hereby authorized to; 0044253 1. Continue to operate a 10,000 GPD extended aeration wastewater treatment plant consisting of a bar screen, an aeration basin, clarifier, return sludge lines, and disinfection facilities located at Camp Dogwood (Note Part III, Condition No. B, C, & D of this Permit), and 2. Discharge from said treatment works into Lake Norman (Catawba River) which is classified Class A II & B. 41 A. (1). .EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - FINAL During the period beginning on the effective date and lasting until expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial number(s) 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below: Effluent Characteristics Discharge Limitations Monitoring Requirements Kg/day (lbs/day) Other Units (5peci`fy) .Measurement **Sample *Sample Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Frequency Type, Location Flow (MGD) .010 Weekly Instantaneous E BOD5 (1.13)2.05 (1.70)3.75 30 mg/1 45 mg/1 Semiannually Grab E, U, [ NH3 as N Annually Grab E TSS (1.13)2.05 (1.70)3.75 - 30 mg/1 45 mg/1 Annually Grab E Settleable Matter Monthly Grab E Fecal Coliform (Geometric'Mean) 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Semiannually Grab E, U, D Temperature *** Monthly Grab E, U, D Dissolved Oxygen (Minimum) Monthly Grab U, D COD Semiannually Grab .E, U, D Total Residue Annually Grab E *Sample Locations: I -Influent, E--Effluent, U-Upstream, and D-Downstream. **Sample Type: All stream samples shall be grab, ***The temperature shall be such as to not cause a temperature in the receiving stream of 5°F above ambient stream water,_ temperature. © 1 The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and o 0- shall be monitored quarterly at E, U, D by Grab Sample. 4p There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. 41 . Q, co -v-az CDwa Part I Permit No. NC 004425 B. SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE 1. The permittee shall achieve compliance with the effluent limitations specified for discharges in accordance with the following schedule: NOT APPLICABLE 1". s 2. 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 scheduled requirement. M4&I4 Part I Permit No. NC "Act" used herein means the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, As Amended. "DEM" used herein means the Division of Environmental Management of the Department of Natural Resources and Community Development. "EMC" used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission. C. MONITORING AND REPORTING 1. Representative Sampling Samples and measurements taken as required herein shall be representative of the volume and nature of the monitored discharge. 2. Reporting Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a Monthly Monitoring Report Form (DEM No. MR 1.0, 1.1, and,1.4) . ., postmarked no later than the 45th day following the completed reporting period. The first report is due on JAN 15 1980 . Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address: Division of Environmental Management Water Quality Section Post Office Box 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 3. Definitions a. The monthly average, other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the arithmetic mean of all the composite samples collected in a one - month period. The monthly average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of samples collected in a one -month period. b. The weekly average, other than for fecal coliform bacteria, is the arithmetic mean of all the composite samples collected during a one -week period. The weekly average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of samples collected in a one -week period. c. Flow, M3/day (MGD): The flow limit expressed in this permit is the 24 hour average flow, averaged monthly. It is determined as the arithmetic mean of the total daily flows recorded during the calendar month. d. Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values. M5 Part I Permit No. NC e. 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 equiva- lent to the antilog of the arithmetic mean of the logarithms of the individual values. For purposes of calculating the geometric mean, values of zero (0) shall be considered to be one (1). f. Composite Sample: A "composite sample" is any of the following: (1) Not less than four influent or effluent portions collected at regular intervals over a period of 24 hours and composited in proportion to flow. (2) Not less than four equal volume influent or effluent portions collected over a period of 24 hours at intervals proportional to the flow. g• (3) An influent or effluent portion collected continuously over a period of 24 hours at a rate proportional to the flow. Grab Sample: A "grab sample" is a single influent or effluent portion which is not a composite sample. The sample(s) shall be collected at the period(s) most representative of the total discharge. 4. Test Procedures Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143-215.63 et seq, The Water and Air Quality Reporting Act, and to regulations published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, As Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136. 5. Recording Results For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee shall record the following information: a. The exact place, date, and time of sampling; b. The dates the analyses were performed; and c. The person(s) who performed the analyses. M6 PART I Permit No. NC 6. Additional Monitoring by Permittee If the permittee monitors any pollutant at the location(s) designated herein more frequently than required by this permit, using approved analytical methods as specified above, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the values required in the Monthly Monitoring Report Form (DEM No. MR 1.0, 1.1, and 1.4) Such increased frequency, shall also be indicated. The DEM may require more frequent monitoring or the monitoring of other pollutants not required in this permit by written notification. 7. Records Retention All records and information resulting from the monitoring activities required by this Permit including all records of analyses performed and calibration and maintenance of instrumentation and recordings from continuous monitoring instrumentation shall be retained for a minimum of three (3) years, or longer if requested by the Division of Environmental Management or the Regional Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency. M7 PART II Permit No. NC A. MANAGEMENT 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. Any anticipated facility expansions, production increases, or process modifications which will result in new, different, or increased discharges of pollutants must be reported by submission of a new NPDES application or, if such changes will not violate the effluent limitations specified in this permit, by notice to the DEM of such changes. Following such notice, the permit may be modified to specify and limit any pollutants not previously limited. 2. Non compliance Notification If, for any reason, the permittee does not comply with or will be unable to comply with any effluent limitation specified in this permit, the per- mittee shall provide the Division of Environmental Management with the following information, in writing, within five (5) days of becoming aware of such condition: a. A description of the discharge and cause of noncompliance; and b. The period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times; or, if not corrected; the anticipated time the noncompliance is expected to continue, and steps being taken to reduce, eliminate and prevent recurrence of the noncomplying discharge. 3. Facilities Operation The permittee shall at all times maintain in good working order and operate as efficiently as possible all treatment or control facilities or systems installed or used by the permittee to achieve compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit. 4. Adverse Impact The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize any adverse impact to navigable waters resulting from noncompliance with any effluent limitations specified in this permit, including such accelerated or additional monitoring as necessary to determine the nature and impact of the noncomplying discharge. 5. Bypassing Any diversion from or bypass of facilities necessary to maintain compliance with the terms and conditions of this permit is prohibited, except (i) where M 8 & I 7 PART II Page of Permit No. NC unavoidable to prevent loss of life or severe property damage, or (ii) where excessive storm drainage or runoff would damage any facilities necessary for compliance with the effluent limitations and prohibitions of this permit. The permittee shall promptly notify the Water Quality Section of DEM in writing of each such diversion or bypass. 6. Removed Substances Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters shall be disposed of 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. 7. Power Failures In order to maintain compliance with the effluent limitations and prohibitions of this permit, the permittee shall either: a. In accordance with the Schedule of Compliance contained in Part I, provide an alternative power source sufficient to operate the waste- water control facilities; or, if such alternative power source is not in existence, and no date for its implementation appears in Part I, b. Halt, reduce or otherwise control production and/or all discharges from wastewater control facilities upon the reduction, loss, or failure of the primary source of power to said wastewater control facilities. 8. 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. I8 PART II Permit No. NC B. RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Right of Entry The permittee shall allow the Director of the Division of Environmental Management, the Regional Administrator, and/or their authorized represen- tatives, upon the presentations of credentials: a. The enter upon the permittee's premises where an effluent source is located or in which any records are required to be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; and b. At reasonable times to have access to and copy any records required to be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; to inspect any monitoring equipment or monitoring method required in this permit; and to sample any discharge of pollutants. 2. Transfer of Ownership or Control This permit is not transferable. In the event of any change in control or ownership of facilities from which the authorized discharge emanates or is contemplated, the permittee shall notify the prospective owner or controller by letter of the existence of this permit and of the need to obtain a permit in the name of the prospective owner. A copy of the letter shall be ,forwarded to the Division of Environmental Management. 3. Availability of Reports Except for data determined to be confidential under N. C. G. S. 143-215. 3(a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the. offices of the Division of EnvironmentalManagement. 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 N. C. G. S. 143-215.6(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act. 4. Permit Modification After notice and opportunity for a hearing pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143- 215.1(b)(2) and G. 5. 143-215.1(e) respectively, this permit may be modified, suspended, or revoked in whole or in part during its term for cause including, but not limited to, the following: a. Violation of any terms or conditions of this permit; b. Obtaini.ng this permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose fully all relevant facts; or c. A change in any condition that requires either a temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the authorized discharge. M'10&I9 PART II Permit No. NC 5. Toxic Pollutants Notwithstanding Part II, B-4 above, if a toxic effluent standard or prohibition (including any schedule of compliance specified in such effluent standard or prohibition) is established under Section 307(a) of the Act for a toxic pollutant which is present in the discharge and such standard or prohibition is more stringent than any limitation for such pollutant in this permit, this permit shall be revised or modified in accordance with the toxic effluent standard or prohibition and the permittee so notified. 6. Civil and Criminal Liability Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, A-5) and "Power Failures" (Part II, A-7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from civil or criminal penalties for noncompliance pursuant to N. C. G. S. 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act:, 33 USC 1319. 7. 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 under N. C. G. S. 143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1321. 8. 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. 9. 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 circum- stance, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other cir- cumstances, and the remainder of this permit shall not be affected thereby. M 11 & 110 PART II Permit No NC 10. Expiration of Permit Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive 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 discharge without a permit after the expiration will subject the permittee to enforcement procedures as provided in N. C. G. S. 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et seq.. I 11 PART III Permit No. NC B. Previous Permits All previous State water quality permits issued to this facility, whether for construction or operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. The conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing discharge under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System governs discharges from this facility. C. Construction No construction of wastewater treatment facilities or additions thereto shall be begun until Final Plans and Specifications have been submitted to the Division of Environmental Management and written approval and Authorization to Construct has been issued. If no objections to Final Plans and Specifications has been made by the DEM after 30 days following receipt of the plans or issuance of this permit, whichever is latter, the plans may be considered approved and construction authorized. D. Certified Operator Pursuant to Chapter 90A of North Carolina General Statutes, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator in responsible charge of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities. M15&I12 1_.;1 L Ora .Z4 4..........-04-...-..111,-..8 •-•ta,...-•••••..n.+.1.,11......,m.m....nr. .1......-...-ol....,Eptear.ormwtosmunr=e cu..........MK.A.C.,'...^-..t,".....r.....**.....Mw'..a.uun.. 1 Paci7Lity Nam: ..-__ Date: i . County: ;. ',./. Ti i. ,/-; ...,../ Permit No.:/-:.- ,-',/,:,-.=:..f Pipe No.: 1 Receiving Stream: .. .. , , Class: Design Capacity (IT-D): 1 ' Design Temp.: Requestor: Sub -basin: 03.'0% -52 Drainage Area: 7Q10: 17/, Other Stream Affected: Class: Limits (circle one): Effluarst ) or Water Quality Avg. Stream Flow: DO Sag Pt. (mi. ) Effluent Character-istics tbnthaY Average Weekly Amerage I,oad„ Max, akZ.LlyEtt_______1122gma_----1212111ta Conc, Load, Conc, Load, Conc. Load, Conc, Conc. Load, ROD5 Fecal Conform' pisolved Oxygen --- L,' iotal 33 - fi -N - - J }-I (range) --- I, - .,, ...... e.! • .0,,..i :'-%.:.!',114-•-• .f",±1.4•::- ::,_.0 1,°06,3 -(1.','.•` v. -... N' :' ' , 0. ? • Ct. _ ••• ,./ 1 O.E t 6 99, '"' • ' 1 ' -. - I ......Vit. Ps." ..,..\1 • — WA' ••••' ...,., .......11.. . . ..9... r • Prepared by: r.tr-jrA49 Reviewed by: ?X° Date: 75-7 .AROLINA DEPT. OF NATURAL & ECONOMIC RESOURCES iiirrilli. dNMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMXSSION 8,AL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM D FOR AGENCY USE To be filed only by services,. whole sa} and retail trade, and other commercial establishments including vessels Do not attempt to complete this form wi 1. Name, address, and tel A. Name B. Street address C. City HHERRI° thS F01tD O. State F. ZIP 2. SIC u Please print or type n ccnyi'ng instructions APPL ICATION NUMBER YEAR DATE 1, f VE: n DAY p ne number of facility producing discharge E . County Cas,irbp G, Telephone No. eave blank) 704 Area Code 478-2155 3. Number of employees St.etff 5-7rip r»tyirl(kr turpna wrt ilsera 4. Nature of business . Cam IXfaYr t)1,1 A11g3rj-RgazrPatinl7 S. (a) Check here If discharge occurs all year*, or Check the months) discharge occurs: 30-50 people per week, 15-20 staff nuary 2.0February 3.t7March 4.C)April 5.0May 6. Gl June 7, Cl July 8. © August 9,t September 14. 0 October November 12.c December week 2.02-3 3.0 4-5 4,0 6-7 Peak usage in summer, -Aug.flay 6. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (c Discharge per orating day A. Sanitary, dai average B. Cooling wat daily avera a aaa�n r operat- ing day for combined discharge (all types) s applicable) Flow, gallons per operating day 14 ,Qoo- 49 ,!l99 (4) Volume tre dischargin None O.l- 29.9 (6) (7) d before cent) trey e0, are ula,•u'9P w.— -- r - as applicable. Waste water is discharged to: A. MuniLipal :ewr.r .yitem 11, Ilni1'•rllrruuul w"11 C. Septic tank D. Evaporation lagoon or pond E. Qther, specify: 8. Number of separate discharge points: A. B.02-3 C.0 4-5 D.p b or more 9. Name of receiving water or waters your ichrge o contain 1D. ones your moreiofhtheecontain or is it following substancesssdd1e asr0 resultsofayourtoperation5, one orr activities, or processes: ammonia, cyanide,•a uminum, bery�enols,co�iand chromium, copper, lead, mercury, nickel, selenium, zinc. p grease. and chlorine (residual). t ; A. a yes B.Cydo contained 1 certify of mymiliar knowledgehandebelief suchninformationiisthe true, complete, and and thatt too the e accurate. Printed Name of Person Signing , Title _) Date Application Signed Sign..ure of Applicant erson who knowingly makes forth Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) rovides that: Any p statement representation, or certi ication in any application, record, report, plan, my there st of th, document files or required to be maiptainedtuAr�icle,iorewho falsi1 or �ies,itampof the Zr other d implementing the Jr irowlynren 'Management inacc Commission izup be 1 rendersinaccu>rate any recording or monitoring ofdevice Envir°amental Management C°mai:ssi op know y a fineanot exceed operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations rovi implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable (18 U.S.C.bySection to01 p pyears, or1 bath, a p,nis or by is fineisnme- not to exceedan0,000oorhimpri imprisonment not more than 5 a punishment by a of -not raoze than .1C, for a similar offense.) McCALL BROTHERS, INC. Designers— Contractors Water a Wastewater Facilities 4700 BELHAVEN BOULEVARD LOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA 26218 (704) 3990506 Camp Dogwood For the Blind P.O. Box 28124 Raleigh, N. C. 27611 Attention: Ms. Carolyn L. Harwell Camp Dogwood Secretary Subject: NDPES Permit Application Dear Mrs. Harwell: 78 N. C. LIONS ASSOCIATIO-A 0R THE BLI.NI), INC. September1978 Please find enclosed the completed LDPES Permit Application you requested on August 11, 1978. We apologize for the delay in returning the application. Please note that the application requires official signature on the back. Your truly, MCCALL BROTHER Kenneth G. Sigmon KGS:d1h Enclosure: Part INSPECTIOXI WASTE Place visited Bate* 1 �. By: Me 4. P rson contacted:. d S rri 11 Ford, Cats a County 5, 1 SO' Mk 5ctions to sit Take Hwy. ximately 1.97 mi to the onto S. R. 1815 and go a S. R. 1849. Turn right. on the left. is T. Size: 8. Topog 9. Local 10. Rece i The a xi 10,000 c1,ar1 fie'r. pipe is located plant. and distance to the ximately 30 feet west Son, SIT s't from Terr on with S. ly 1.16 mi. to gwood is located a xi a ly r for size of wastewater phy: Slightly rolling. n of Nearest t►wellin None within 1 feet. ng Stream: LekNo assification A II C. i 7-Day, 10-Ye r discharge at site: 4.2 cfs Source of water supply for drinking, culinary, or cessinr purposes and bathing nd any other hest usage ui ring waters of t r quality. PT Part III It is a discha final effl- AL T' Col i form F EXISTING TREATMENT WORKS ter treatmen° nsisting of a sludge lines, a n the lake approx RE Ti0NS S Pe r i The Perm y s; rving d is a ten, an aerators sin, a nfection facilities. Th discharge y 0' northwest of th trey nt weed to Camp include the f' NPDES WASTE LOAD ALLOCATION 1.,, ice_ Nor-ouLA Alettilierts4.44r74,-;4; L o'f:4'•13— . Date Facility Name: 4, E:3cisting Proposed e 0.00145 Design Caparity Industrial (% of Flow): 0 AA AION (11.01.A..10 Receiving Stream: LACE Ahr-olia." (Ms"' Class: - Sub -Bain:- - • Pipe.,:; 001 -CounY; • _S CoLini4/642L Permit Nb.: A./C00 6 s (.% of iFlow) :/00 -- I - • • Domestic En ineer Date Rec. Reference USGS Quad: F s 5 t•id) (Please attach) Requestor: A. t-efic_A oagionai Office /6;414,, L. "Jorniaes (Guideline limitations, if applicable, are to be listed on the' back -of this lorm.)- .1)esign 7Q10 (cfs) L61, , Drainage Area (mi2): Avg. Streamflow (cfs): Winter 7Q10 (cfs) 30Q2 (cfs) Location of D.O. minimum (miles below outfall): Slope (fpm) .Velocity (fps): Ki (base e, per day): K2 (base e. per day): Effluent Characteristics Monthly Average comments eiS)-6- 3 C) f to- q t.k CAilfrpq /loor-e... -T-5-, ,I000 3o p 7) • ation location irma •on Comments: Prepared By: pyr,,of,Q, ,5 c 6-6Y, 4 Effluent Characteristics Yonthly Lverage Comments *•• • Reviewed By: Date: 7.3076(2 ' Rec'iest No, 2800 WASTELOAD ALLOCATION APPROVAL FORM Fa its name : LAKE NORMAN MOTEL,REST.,L.OUNGE Type Of Waste : DOMESTIC Receiving Stream : LAKE NORMAN Stream Class : C SuLiL,asir, : 030832 Count : CATf1WI+f1 Regional Office : MOORESVILLE Reauestor : CREECH Drainage Area (se mi) : 7010 (cfs) : Winter 7010 (cfs) : 3002 (cfs) RECOMMENDED EFFLUENT L..IMITS Li Wastef logs (mgd) : .0075 5-Da y ROD (mg/1) : 30 pH (SU) 6-9 Fecal Coliform (/100m1): 1000 TSS (mg/1) : 30 COMMENTS FACILITY IS : PROPOSED ( V) EXISTING ( ) NEW ( ) LIMITS ARE : REVISION ( ) CONFIRMATION ( ) OF THOSE PREVIOUSLY ISSUED RECOMMENDED BY: REVIEWED BY: SUPERVISOR, TECH. SUPPORT REGIONAL SUPERVISOR PERMITS MANAGER _LSAT: YI acrs IIATg/12.3 _