WQCSD0067_NOV2021PC0485 & CEI Report_20210930

September 30, 2021
Charles Vines
Town of Bakersville
PO Box 53
Bakersville, NC 28705
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2021-PC-0485
Permit No. WQCSD0067
Bakersville Collection System
Mitchell County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Bakersville Collection System on
September 21, 2021. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the
conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0067. A summary of the findings and
comments noted during the inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report.
The Collection System Sampling inspection was conducted by Division of Water Resources staff from the
Asheville Regional Office. The following violation(s) were noted during the inspection:
Inspection Area Description of Violation
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Spill Response Plan A Spill Response Plan has not been developed.
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Grease Control An enforceable grease program has not been developed and educational material is not
being mailed as required.
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General Maintenance is not documented.
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Inspections The annual inspection is not being documented. A list of high priority lines has not been
developed and the high priority lines are not being inspected as required.
_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
DocuSign Envelope ID: 40ECA125-90EB-4A8F-88D2-41D82471596E

Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
State law.

To prevent further action, please respond in writing to this office within 30 days upon your receipt of this Notice
of Violation regarding your plans or measures to be taken to address the indicated violations and other identified
issues, if applicable.

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Stephanie Williams with the Water Quality
Regional Operations Section in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500.

Sincerely,

Daniel Boss, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Asheville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

ATTACHMENTS: Inspection Report

Ec: Laserfiche
DocuSign Envelope ID: 40ECA125-90EB-4A8F-88D2-41D82471596E
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQCSD0067 Effective:03/01/00 Expiration:Owner :Town of Bakersville
SOC:
Contact Person:
Region:
County:
Directions to Facility:
Mitchell
Asheville
Charles Vines
Effective:Expiration:Facility:Bakersville Collection System
Title:Phone:[phone]Mayor
Secondary ORC(s):
Phone:Certification:Primary ORC:
CS1,System Classifications:
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Primary Inspector:
Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time:
Phone:
09/21/2021 10:00AM 11:00AM
Stephanie A Williams 828-296-4500
Facility Status:
Permit Inspection Type:
Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type:
Not CompliantCompliant
Routine
Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Collection System Inspection Sampling
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control
Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines
Manholes
(See attachment summary)
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQCSD0067
09/21/2021 Collection System Inspection Sampling
Town of Bakersville
Routine
Inspection Summary:
Stephanie Williams, with the Asheville Regional Office, conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection
of the Bakersville Collection System on September 21, 2021. This inspection was conducted to determine if the system is
being operated and maintained in compliance with permit no. WQCSD0367. Jamison Burleson (Maintenance Director),
Robby Woody (WWTP ORC, Water Quality Labs), and Charles Vines (Mayor), were present during the inspection.
The collection system services approximately 400 people and contains no lift stations. There are two restaurants in
operation that discharge to the system, neither of which have grease traps.
The manhole on the creek walk next to the soccer fields sits at the edge of an eroded bank. Mr. Burleson stated that Mr.
Vines has been making plans to move this manhole to the other side of the walkway.
The following violations were noted during the inspection:
1. Spills and Response Action Plan: A Spill Response Plan has not been developed.
2. Grease Control: An enforceable grease program has not been developed and educational material is not being mailed as
required.
3. General: Maintenance is not documented.
4. Inspections: The annual inspection is not being documented. A list of high priority lines has not been developed and the
high priority lines are not being inspected as required.
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQCSD0067
09/21/2021 Collection System Inspection Sampling
Town of Bakersville
Routine
General Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
# Flow direction
# Approximate pipe age
# Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Are system maintenance records maintained?
Maintenance is not documented.Comment:
Grease Control Yes No NA NE
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement?
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations?
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
An enforceable grease program has not been developed and educational material is not being
mailed as required.
Comment:
Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years?
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria?
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQCSD0067
09/21/2021 Collection System Inspection Sampling
Town of Bakersville
Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
# Response time
# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
# Access to cleaning equipment
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
# Source of emergency funds
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
# Post-overflow/spill assessment
A Spill Response Plan has not been developed.Comment:
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high-priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
The annual inspection is not being documented. A list of high priority lines has not been
developed and the high priority lines are not being inspected as required.
Comment:
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
HPL crossing creek in the water next to Helen's
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment:
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
MH next to Helen's, MH on creek walk next to the soccer fields, MH in Lee's parking lot
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
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Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQCSD0067
09/21/2021 Collection System Inspection Sampling
Town of Bakersville
Routine
Are manhole covers present?
# Are manholes properly seated?
# Are manholes in good condition?
# Are inverts in good condition?
Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
Are manholes free of excessive roots?
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
Are manhole vents screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
Comment:
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