NC0071447_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (3)

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Mr, l au l C. Cronin, Directs r
Diocese of Charlotte
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory', North Carolina 286O2-9247
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per-rr°tit. Accordingly,vr are fiarwa'ding
issued pursuant to the requirements of Nort.
of Agreement between North Carolina and tI
2007 (or as subsequently amended),
August 22, 201.5,,
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Donald van der Vaart
Secretary
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N:I'DES PERMIT IS5IJA1`tiC E
Permit Number NCOO71447
Catholic Conference Center W\'tl'I"P - Class lI
Catawba County
your application for renewal of the subject
final N.f D1S discharge permit, This permit is
1 Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum
nrnental Protection. Agency dated October 15,
' Please also note that proposed federal regulations require e.iectSubmittal of all discharge
monitoring reports (DM:Rs) and specify that, if' a state does not e talrlish rr systerir to receive such
submittals,. then perrnittees must submit l:)r l s electronically to the l nvironrnentrtl Erotection Agency
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Permit NC0071447
STA'1E OF NOR CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATE RESOURCES
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, the
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
1551 Trinity Lane
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the Catawba River Basin in
accordance with effluent limits, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III
and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective October 1, 2015.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2020.
Signed this day August 22, 2015.
S =merman, P.G., Dir
ivision of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Perrnit NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous .NP.DES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked, and as of this issuance, any previously issued pernait 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 Diocese of Charlotte is .hereby authorizcd to:
. Continue to operate an existing 0,020 Nt
Components:
vaste er treatment system with the following
Bar screen
Aeration basin
Secondary clarifier with sludge return
Chlorine contact chamber with tablet disinfection.
Sludge holding tank
'This system is located southwest of Hickory at the Catholic Co -ence Center WWTP at 1551
Trinity Lane off NCSR. 1120 in Catawba County.
Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an tinnamed
tributary to Camp Creek, currently classified WS-111 waters in sub -basin 03-08-35 of the Catawba.
River Basin.
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Permit NC0071447
PART X
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITS 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 treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be
limited and monitored' by the permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Code
EFFLUENT LIMITS.
' MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Q
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample •
Location
Flow
50050
0.020 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
"
Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg: C)
00310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
' 00530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Nitrogen, Ammonia (as N) - Winter
00610
17.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Nitrogen, Ammonia (as N) - Swnmer
00610
4.7 mWL
23.5 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine2
50060
28 pg/L
2 / week
Grab
Effluent .
Temperature (Deg. C)
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 s.u. nor > 9.0
Standard Units
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
inter: November 1 - March 31
Summer: April 1- October 31
Footnotes:
1. No later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, begin submitting discharge
monitoring reports electronically using NC DWR's eDMR application system. See Special
Condition A.(2.).
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in compliance
with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported
by a North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below
50 µg/L.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.
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Permit NC0071.447
A. (2.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF " ''.1-1ARGE.:, MONITORING REPORTS
[ a S. 143-215.1(b)
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DM Rs) and
specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must submit
DMRs electronically to the Environmental„Proteetion Agency (EPA).
NO'f g: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections .within Part If of this permit
(i.S7andard Conditions fjr NPDES Permits):
Section B. (11.)
Section D. (2.)
Section D. (6.)
Section E. (5.)
1.
Signatory Requirements
Reporting
Records Retention
!Monitoring Reports
es Section'2.
Betz:inning no later than 270 days from the effective date hiscrrnit, 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 eDIVIR. 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 he required
to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete
the eDI‘ifR, submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the ,computer
printed eDMR. to the ,following address:
NC DENR DWR / Information Processing
ATTENTION: Central Files eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-16 l7
If a perminee 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 disc:hinge monitoring
data may be submitted on paper DMR. forms (1V1R 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
\wiling to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days, prior to the date the facility 'Wouldbe
required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be Valid for twelve (12) :months and
shall thereupon expire. At such time, DIVIRs shall he submitted electronically to the Division unless the
permittee re-appliesfor and is granted a new temporary waiver by the Division.
Information on eDMR and application for a temporary waiver fromfroiii the NPDES electronic reporting
requirements is :found on the 'following web page:
hittp://_portal.nedenr,otg/weblwqtachnin/bog/1puiedinr
Regardless of the submission method, the first DNIR 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
co.mmeneement of discharge,
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Permit NC0071447
2. Signatory Requirements (Supplements Section B. (11.) (b) .and supersedes Section B. (11.) (d)1
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part If,
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 CaroIina's eDMR system,
registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/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].
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Diocese of Charlotte
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
County;
Rec&ivin0tream:
Latitude:
Longitude:
Catawba Stream Class_ WS-Ili
UT to Camp Creek 5u1t-w8as?n„ O3-08-35
35" 38' 32" El3NW / Longview
81° 24' 46 HUC#. 03050102
Facility
Location
(not to scale)
NORTH
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at leastten 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 Averse
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
conform, 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
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
(3)
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(4) Constant timelconstant 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 he
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 1,5 percent, The following restrictions also apply:
influent and effluent. grab samples shall be of equal wire and of no less than 100 milliliters
Influent samples shall not be collected. more than once per hour.
Pertnittees with wastewater trcamient systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect clThient grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
Pennittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention tune 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. c,ontinually e,xeept for the infrequent time,; vsi'hen there .may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on. the flow device,
Daily
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
"(omposite 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 othenvise 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 paranictens), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or
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,
FMC
'Fhe North Carolina Environmental !vianagernerit (oititssion
1 PA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
facility CIOSUCC
Cessation of all .activities that require coverage under this NPDI,',S permit. Completion of 'facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
(.1icornetric .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 levelr) shall he considered 1,
GrabSatriple
individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 1.5 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected. manually,. Grab samples must be representative of thc discharge (or the receiving stream, 'for instrcam
samples).
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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 are 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 aII 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 or other bacterial parameters or indicators, 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.
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 Iimitation 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 I319(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
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ianlarisaaatntent cal not. more than 1 guc year, or both, in the case of a second or subsea., rttnr}ietittn for a negi
violation, a person shall be subject to eritxtinal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day if violation,. or
ianprisonmerat. of not more th<art 2 years„ or both. [33 It SC 1319(e)(1) and 40 C'i^R 122.41(aa)(2 1
d. Any Pe a who know°i
penalties of $5,000 to S50,00
eh sections,. or such cone
nment: for
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
penalties anti( more than $100.000 per day o
133 USC 131.9(02) and 40 C'FR 122.41(a)(2)
e, Any person who knowing!
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condition or limitation implementinp
who knows at that tine that he thereby,
ry°, shall, upon cony ic,tit»t be s
ars, or both. In the ease
n shall he subject to a tine an(
An organization,. as defined in s
mincnt danger provision, 'be statics'
,t100,000 liar second orsubsequent convic
or imprisonment
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o act in accordance with the terms, Bond
Carolina Ciexneral "taatutcs 143-215.6A l
Any person may be asstsscel atra administatttive: pcnaahy by the
306, 307, 308, 315 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition coy dintitatitan ittapletttetttita any cat`sa
in permit issuedunder section 402 u1`this Act_ Administrative penalties liar C:1ass l vitrla ttons are
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class] penalty <asse sed not ter exceed.
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed. $16,000 per day for each day durin which. the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of":.any Chas', ll penalty not to exceed t+177.5( 1. [.s3 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 C"1-'R 122,41(a)(31n
Duty to Mitigate,
["he Pcrm_ittec shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or proven
violaation of this perrnit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely aa.fli.t tiny hurnaata. health or the environment [40
(." IF R 122.41(d.fl
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criminal
sr both. In the
han 6 years, or both"
)3, :305, 315 or 05 of` the Act, or any permit
-d under sect it`un 402 of the Act, and
in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
c than $250,00 0 or imprisonment of not more than
a knowiaag endangerment v
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'A, shall, upon eon
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responsibility fear effective
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as responsible for consegtie
rosy be temporarily suspend
4. (i anclrt1l /aralt ra „Saahstanr [. tlhslity
stated tl') l)ree.lude the in
from tatty ae;poatsidoilitias, haahihtie' , a.ar penalties to which the
215,, et seq. or Section 311 nt the t'ederaal ,Act, 33 LJSG 13.21. Further
consequential daam;a es, suc.lt ass lisle kills, esen though the responsibility fur effec
ed agai
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any person
[North
ny discharge or sludge use or disposal in
temporarily suspended.
Property -rt y Rights
I'he issuance of this permit d
does it author'
nent of Federal, State or 1c
kill~, coca
.under NC'CiS 143-
ihlc tor
Filly he
y property riglats iat cifher real car lrcrsotaatd property, Or any cxelusiv°c
injury to private property or any invasions of personal rights, nor any
rgulations [40 ("1 R 122.41(p;)J,
Onshore or ()ffshorc. (::'canstrtn titan
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore ph
faeilttscs oa° the undert.aaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 150B-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittec 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 Permittec shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR I22.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittce 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 I22.41(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 later 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 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.
1 I. Signatory Requirements
Ali 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 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 122.22].
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
The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
(3)
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"1 cert fy, 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 rcissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 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 arc twice per year; and
G. 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):
(1) 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).
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(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 least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, 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 Permittec shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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the Permit lss
pprovc an arrticipate
Authority° ateterrarines that it, ww i11 rrri et
ar. l ffeet iaf aa.ta aalrset lot) (. laR 12r2.4
noncompliance
this condition are rivet. No determination made during fulrnints
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final ail
review,
b
h C'rrr'aalitions aaa"ea scar faer a dcinonst
define of upset shalt ileaaa(mnstraic,
An upset occurred and that the Permit.t.
(2) "i`he 1'crmittee lac ilst a as at the
( The Permittee
(4)'I.`he Permittee complied wwi
Burden of"proof (4f t Ia`K 122.41
the 'burden ofproof in arty entorecment p
Remow°i:d Substances
Solids, sludges, flte-r hack -
shall be utilizeii'°disposed of
n ,
g its adverse
i hove in Para
ahlish the affirmative
nrpcirancous a;iperaatireg logs, aaa° other relevant
e being properly operated; and
he upset as required in f°rart feel
s per
remedial measures required under Part 11 13 2, of this permit,
l`he l'er°rrritt.es cck.ini to cstaa.hlish the occurrence of an ups et ha
u other pollutants ref
c.ordmanc :. with NC(S 143-215,1 and
from such materials from entering waters ot`the State or navigable waters
t or control of
;h as to prey°ent
ed States except as permit
by the Commission, The 'Pennittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 (:'FR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 C R
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste .Landfills, and 1.5A NCAC Subchapter 2T, 'Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Water . `1°he Permittee shall notify the Pennit lss• Authority ()luny significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices,.
2. 1'"owwer Failures
Perrtaittw,c, is responsihle fair maintaining adequate safeguards
ent the, dist. ge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes d
-mate pow e°t° sources,, standby generators or retention of`inadeiltaa
Monitorini and
R,e 2re,sent,;
Samples cc,
Samples ec
ds
r`equircd by 1.5A NCAC 021-1 ,0124) to
lectrkal power failures either by ireatns
y treatted effluent_
names taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the perry
less than daily ',hall he taken on a day and time than is represent.,
All samples shall be taken at the nronitoring points speLi0c:d in this
he effluent wins oa` is diluted by any other wwastcstreani hcrdy cif
he changed witlaaatat notification to and the approval of
Issuing Authority [40 ('FR. °12 .
R_ ,iptarli
Monitoring results ohtaitted durant the previous month,(,$) shaaI1 be sun
monthly Discharge Monitoring sport (1)MR) Form
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar da
'The first .1)M.R is due on the last day of the month followwin
facility, on the last clay of the month following the. commencement of discha
and all other reports required herein, shall he submitted to the following address;
sap
pleted
rid reported on a
;rved by the
eporting period..
e case Cie a new
plicate; signed copies of tl
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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 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 122.41].
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 Permittce shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
> all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
> copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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7.
measurement or sample liken pursuant to the requirements
inf information [40 CI°1Z 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of salt
b. The individualist who performed the saarnp
c. The dates) atria
d. The individual(
c. The analytical 1
1. The results of s
1,fl ect! ap at dl [: flt
`the Permittc e shall allow the l)irceto
as representative of the. Director), upot
law, to;
cone
11, Have aeecess tc
(.. Inspect at reasonable tulles arr.
or operations regulated or requar
d Sample or monitor at. reasonable tithes,
authorized by the C\\ A, any substances or paran
wvno la
hni(tnm
were pertilrol(d,
111ed the analyses;
111ethods uticd; and
he prescntaa
tion E Reporting Rega
tamp: _tn Discharge
Ail discharges authoriL9
any pollutant identitied
a violation of the perm.
Changes
shall ui
the perils
upon t,he. Penn
he kept tans
d herein shall be eons
ill this p
y[:40(1R122.41(
1"he alteration or addition to a pcn't➢itte
122 29(h l: or
1 he alteration or addition could s•
discharged. This notification applies to per
notification requirements under 40 C'f R 122.421a)(1), or
The alteration or addition results in a signifi
such alteration, addition or change may justify if
absent in the existing permit, including notifiea
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approve(
a..
nl n auth
aloearlllent>s as t➢aaay° lre require(
s pentta
din); ana:nitoria
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to aa<„;
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y or act
itv is located or
der the eonditionti c11'
control equipment),
he tenlls and conditions of this
eve
tisible of in
ed only wl
ennit is not transferable to any
nee with 40 C"I'R 122.61. 1he
under tl
c:ondi
➢
1➢it
practices,
ro➢1it, The diseharg
horirccl s11all c(.rt1
ute
ed physical alterations or aac.tditia,ns
tat fcrr new sources at 40 (.'t'°R
1t pollutants
or disposal practices, and
rditions that are different from or
r disposal sites not reported during the
d aapplica.tion, plan.
y planned changes to the pcn
it [40 (1 14 122.41(1)(2)1.
prova
'GS 143
NC(:iS 14' 213.1(h)(4)b.2., and may require lnodii:ication or revocation a.nd reissuance of'the pen11
dificauon, to identify the new pernnttec and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
."WA [40 CFR. 122.41.(1)(3), 122,61.1 or state statute.
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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 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 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)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which arc 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 143-215.3 (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. 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.
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Penal tear 1'al(icaticrt tf }Z�,afat
The C WA provide that tiny person who known tl„ly^ narrkes any lal
any record or other docttnrent submitted or required to be maintained under th
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be
S225,0M1 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per vio
Annual Pc 'in ant : Rgports
i'erraaattees w•bo own or operate t"acil ties that fariniarily collect o
an average annual flow greater than 20(1,000
Authority and to the users/customers served
.4
cpresenta#itttr, or certi nation in
ernait, including monitc°
d by a funs of not more than
n, or b' both 1.40 ('1'R 122A11-
pertornitnee of the collection or treatment system, as well as the exteatt to which
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality?
later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or iasctal year, depending upon wl
evaluation,
elite report shall be sent to:
NC l)t NR 1 Division of Water Resources r`
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 f1F9ai1 Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 1trl7
and have
eport shall stataaratari rc the
vas coat
shall he provided no
raod as rased for
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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. l (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 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 pg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. 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.
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In addition to the
r Part l l of this pent
)Ise)tzar cc)r �rtclutit:rraa) User
domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollartaan
307(h), (c) or (d) of the. ('WA. [40 CI R 403.3 (r) and (j) and 15A NCAC
'ART 1'
FOR "11UNICIPA1. FACILITIES
.pt.ion oldie PC)°I`W" treatment processes; operations; or
causes or contributes to a violation ofaany requirement of the Pernrittee's (car any satellite
Perrnittee NI'1)1,,5, collection sy t.etaa, tar noms-discharge perrrnit car l>rcwents sewage ,sludge use o
contlaliaarrcc wvith slrei flied applicable. Staatc aa,atcl lc;rleraa1 st;atutcs. regtslarti+aras, or permits. [ 15A. N("M
()TW
:3(h')(1
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the Penni
permit,. [ 1 ?A NCAC
r.atior s w"hick. alone or •
in the magnitude aar duration of
I'I:)ES. cc
'ncd
vorks as clet%tied byt Sectiotr l2 oimtltc. (;11ti°`,Ae wwhich is t wne.ci lay a State rrr loc.tal rr °err►rtterrt organization
This definition includes aura do w fees .and sy°stems rased ira the storage, treaattnetrt., res yc ling arrccl reelar°tration caf` municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also i►aclaacle the ccallectic n soh ten., as de. fined ira 15A NCAC, 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POT`'wV treatment plant. The term also means the lrac<al go
organization, or municipality, as deigned in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges frown 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 he referred to as a "satellite_ POTW organization," [15A. NCAC 02.14 .0903(b)(26).!
iiiftcnt Industrial User' or "Silt"
awn Industrial User that discharges wastewater into as publicly owned treaatrnc:nt works ar'►d that I5A NCAC 0211
0)()3(b)(33)!:
1 ° Discharges an average crf .:,(1t)() gaallc°ants lag r slay or nwcrrc of l?t°ocess ww'atstcww°<rts r tea tltw Pf.b l" '' (° wclueh►sg .sanitary.
ncrcontac.t cooling atnd boiler blow 'clown wastewaters); or
2, Contributes process wastewater wlaic°lr rnrakcs up five percent or more of the NPI)FS or non --discharge permitted
flow limit or 1 it- lc c:as aacit ° of the P(YI'\V treatment: slant. In this context, or° �a.nic ca parity refers to FWD, I ;SS
' 1 5 1 t~ I -
aand ammo
3, Is subject to catcgcarrc°gal staarrd a;rd.s under 40 CFR. Part 403.6 and 40 („'FR Parts 405471; or
4. Is designated as such by tlrc Pcrtatittee ors the: basis that the Industrial Use.' has a reasonable potentiaal f`or aaclwerscly
affecting the P0'I"W's operation or for v=ioiating arty pretreatment standard or requirement, or the PC)l y Ps effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPI)1S or non -discharge permit, or to limit ths; PO`t'W"s sludge disposal options;
5, Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 0211 .0907(h), the Perrnittec 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
P0°'1'4'v"s operation or lbr v°iolaa.tin,g any pretreatment. standard or requirement, the P(.Y1'W''s effluent li rtitat.icatt and
conditions in its NPULiS or taon-discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options„ and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (Sill); or
ti. Subject to approval under 15A. NCAAC 02H .0907(b), the Petmittne. ntay determine than. an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements o14() Ci l fart 40 3.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant caategorieai Industrial user.
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Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part 1 of this permit_ Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittce'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 02I-I .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 Iower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
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;
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;
(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 Permittee 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 Permitter 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 Permitter 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,
All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
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.
(3)
(5)
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watt..,
suppler°
the Perin
some or all er
4. The Peniti ttce shall
etieaertt t"cquirs.nactats h,ted in Pattt I of tFais permit, it may be neces;
cquirenaents of the Federal Pretreatrrtent Staandau°ds (40 (.FR., Part 403)
all applicable effluent. limitations. Such aelicaia, lay the Perntittee nuiy
daust.ries discharging to the municipal
industrial User (Il;=) discharging to the PQ°1"W to meet 1"`ederal 1'retrc atrn nt
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which include, categorical standards and
specific local limits, best manage! rti practices and narrative requirements): Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (Sill), the Permittct; shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment: F
require(
This peen
Pr
s rcqutre.
-r, as necessary, a modification e>fan esistitag 1'ret.re aattnent. Prea3rattra, stir approval ass
;n I) below as well as 15A. NC`"AC 0211 ,0907(a) and (h). [40 (1 R 122.s14())(2)(
nodifie.d„ or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate ar tnod r), an approved PC)°F
phauee schedule Fier the development. of a.
under Section 402 (b)(8) of the (."W; . and implementing regulations or by the regt
ler sec
approved. State pretreatment: program, as appropriate.
Section I . Pretreatment. Pro rams
Under authority trf sc etierns 307 (b) anc
North Carolina General Statute 143-21
wit#a the approved pretreatment program, a
program submittal arc, an ematrarc.c°able part. o(th
402(h)(ti) eaf"sloe (.'ya'A and itarplenienta
and implementing reg.!, 15A N('A.("
and regulations contained and refs:
permit, 4t) CFR 122,.44(j)(2)1
The Penraittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Sect
('1 R 403, 15A NC'A.(` 02171.090(), and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, attad fi
i't, laa°etr'eattarerrt program submission and Division approved woditicati
tacos ted to the implementation of the faa'Ilowmg conditions and rcqui
of this permit are as defined in 1 A NCAC 021.1 .()903 and, 40 C'FR 403.3
4.
dinan
N(AC 0211 .0903(h)(32
4I) C'FR 403
402(b)(8) of the C\\`A, 40
aneiai provistott,s cc;>ntaincd in
operation shall include but is
it defined in Part !tor Pars. IV
approved pr'c ea
ntl 403.9(h)(l) at
Industrial Waste Survey (1 W
[`he Pcrinittce shall implement an iWS consisting of the survey of users of the PO'I"W c
t.reat.taaent plant, as required. by 40 (1 R. 403.8(f)(2)( -dil and 15A NCA.C. O'211 .0905 (also 40 C'F=I
including identification of all Industaial 1.. s•ers that may n impact on the POTW and the chart
inranis contributed to the P(:)"1 \\ by these Industriaa
f S I (..L. Where the Perrnittee accepts
address all satellite PC)"l.,'v\ serz'tcts <trca,s, unless the pretreaatratarta.t program in those
weal by a separate Iernaittee with ern approved Pretreatment Program. `[he
tarataary° c?f"its 1VvS aactivitic.s to else I:)i 'isirrn at least once every tape years, and as
f' IS submission shall include a summarycrt'any investigations conducted under
and ..090(>(h)(2 ); 40 (1 R. 403.8(f")(2) and 403.91
g
IyV`3 liar the Pernuttee shall
satellite hen ie"e° tre<a is aacltrtir
Pernnittee shall s
required by the Div°isitrcra
paragraph C.2,e. of this. Part. j.
,logy tang"arahPlan
[he Pe
be used in a waste
local limits, Effluent data from the Pi
NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(16), .0906(h)(3) an
ubm.i.t a horn
lh
A NC"A(:' 0211 .0903(b)(1:3
ra al sis1 1 !sit d Lacs
ra appr
as
Penxtittee shall ubni
updated flvVA or doeuinen
accordance with 41) CF"R 403.5(e) and
listed in 40 ('F.R 403.5(a) and (h) and
days of the e
C1905 j
ens and id'cnt
ewaIer front
cavil of a F IAVA at least <anc.c
s perntit {or any suhsegt
nical evaluation of the need. to r
one is nc't needed) 140 C'FR 1.22.441.. 'Fite Pena
A NC'AC 021{ ,0909, specific Local Limits to
1 NCAC 0211 .0909. Pursuant to 40 Cl'R 403.
those Indust
re saatellite PC)`1`LVs, the
the collection of
development of sp
squired by Parts 11.
specific data to
le pretreatment.
).[15.A
required by the
ieatal the
Groh i b i ti ons
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enforceable Pret:reatnnent Staandards as dctined by 4
,0906(h)(.4).]
lndust'iaillc actne�atrprn. Ictttt.y'P'
In accordance
operatic)n of pre.tre
pcannits shall contain lrnitatiota
conditions, and compliance schtdat
assure that their wastewater discharge wit
Permittee shalt maintain a current Allcxatio
NC CiS 143-2
I R. 4033(1). [ 15A NCAC 0211.0903(b)(1 tl), .0905, and
the Pernoitlee sha
nd discharge tca tl
aliaag protueols, re
as atc..c.essary fear t
aapll
"fable (AT
Tables
ssue to all Sign il t..aan[: Industrial Users, permits for
Permit ta e.'s ctalicctitaaa system or treatanen.t works. These
rting requirements, appropriate standard and spacial
staallation of treatment and control technologies to
pretreatment standards and requirements. °1'he
ieIt summarizes the results of the l-WA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the t1V A. 15A NCAC 0211.0906(b)((,3), �0909, ,091 Ci, and .0917: 40 CFR 403.5, 03.?3(fl(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)1
Ca, A,uthorizati€
The Permit.
Users for the co
proposed pretreat]
Industrial User Prct.
215.1(08)]
7. PO J W lnspee Lion
tThe P rrtrittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance a►red monitoring activities as described in its Divi
approved pretreatment program in carder to detc mine, independent of information supplied by Industri
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. ]`15A NCAC 0211 .0908(e); 4() CFR 403.8(0(2)(01
Pernaittcc roust:
uttaori:aticara tea t''canst:ruct perraait (
ction or mcxlif caa,tton of any pre reatment facility. I'
facility and treatment process must be evaluated for
nent Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A .NC.".AC, 02H .09
pticahle Industrrial
nuance of an Alt•:`, the
capacity to comply with all
6(b)(7) and ,0905; NCGS 1.43-
a. Inspect all Significant: Industrial Use (SIUs) at least once per calendar year,
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (Sills) at least; once per calendar year for all 51ti perrnat-lintitcc
,parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403,3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
IU Self Monitoring anti Keportjt) ;
The Pcrmittcc shall require all lndaastrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved, pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or i.n I5A
NCAC 0211 ,0908. [15A NCAC 02'H .0906(h)(5) and .0905; 4() CFR 403.8(0(1 and (2)(iii); 40 CFR.
122.446)(2) and 40 CFR, 403.12]
l rtfcarcement Response Pt an (E.Rn
The Permntec, shall enforce and obtain appropriate reanteelies for violatrons cif° all pretreatment_ standards
prornutgaated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) ofthe C'WA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth. in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 0214 ,0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements.. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ER.P) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02.11 .0903(h)(7), ,0906(h)(8) and .0905; 40 C°FR 403.1(f7(5)]
10. Pretreaatm that Annual•„ teport5 1 AiD
'the Pemi ttce shall report to the: Division in acc
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under
partial a annual report or to meet with Division personnel pe
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall subunit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous c.aleendar year to the Division at the following
address:
15A NCAC 0211 .0908, In lieu of submitting annual
A NCAC 021.1 ,0904 (h) may be required to submit a
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NC DENR ,/ Division of Water Resource~ r"
Pretreatment, 1 naergency Response, and C;'c91lettfcrn Systems (PExRCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North
These rc;taors shall be submittec
a. Nar
A nar
e0rnl
h. Pretrea
d,
2 699-1617
Quality Penn mg Section
ch 1 of each year and slrail con
nary detailing a n' taken. or proposed, by the Per
ensure, e.onaplianec w°ith pre
tmPro
A pretreatment program surmrnaary (PPS) tar
Sig itkc ant on C.:"olnplit.ne R
A list of Industrial Users (1
nature of the violations on ((inns or in to format provided by the Divis
!Industt
M,onito
analyticai results must be rcl
provided by the Division;
Other hr'op rmat:ion
ampliance (SNC
owing:
navidccl b the Division;
requirerne
non"
1 l) ataa Stan inarA trt I135F}
ng data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (S111s). "T
Summary I orms (II)SF) or on other forms or in a tia
Copies oTthc l O"T W's allocrrttctn table, new err rarcadilicd enfor erraettt cornpliaancc sch chiles, public notice of
ltis in. SNC, a surnu°aar}° of data or her information related to significant ttoncoml:al ancc determinations for
ttls at are not considered S1Us, 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 Permitter shall publish annually a list of industrial User's (Ms) that were iar sigrrii giant noncompliance
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved. Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreratrrtc.nt requircrrrcnts
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. j 15A NCA(:" 0211 .0903(b)(34), .0908(h)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
' 03.'8(f0(2,)(v4 )1
2. Record K.ecpiaa ,
The Permi.ttee shall retrain for a tnirtinauro of three years records of monitoring ;.activities arad resit
support information inctiding general records, water quality records, ant'
POTW and .hall retain all mother Pretreatment Program records as requlrecl by 1.5A NC'A
N&'AC 0211 .„0908(f); 40 CFR. 401120)1
1.3. Pretreatment tt.crosarca,s
The Pcrrnittee shall maintain aade.c{taQate frandmg In qualified personnel to accomplish the o
pretreatment program, and retain a writtear clescailatiota of'those current levels of inspection,
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0%5, 40 CFR 4( '1,S(f' 3), 4()3"9(h)(3)1
:etrcatment Programs
approved pretreatment program including but n
ag oftheir Significant industrial Users (Sit,ks), and Monitoring Matt tt odi cattotts, shall be a,errasicfcrcd a
aoditicarticatr Quacl shall be governed by 4() CFR 403,1.8„ 15 NCA(:' 02I-1 .0114 and 15A NCA(:° 02.11
limit
approved
A NC:'AC 0214
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and NResources
Pat McCrory
Governor
Paul C. Cronin. lirectrrr
Catholic Diocese of Celrau°lot
Catholic Conference Center
1.123 South Church St,
:lotto, NC 28602
r Pertnittee:
The NPDES
NPDES Unit wil
complete your perm
before your existing permit exp
Wren. "E'hedford
June 16, 2015
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
RECEIVED!NC€DEN RIDIAIR
WQRQS
ORESViLLE REG 0NAL OFFfCE
Subject; Acknowledgement
Fer�1'rgit NC0071.44'7
Catawba County
nit R.encwa
r1 permit renewal application on .little. l2, 2015, mert3frer cif the
pplication. They will contact you if additionalrequired to
You should expect to receive a drat permit approximately 30-45 days
y additional questions concerning
807-63 88 ..
Wastewater Branch
cc. Central Files
Mooresville 'Regio1
NPDES Unit
1617 he Service Center, Raleigh, Nth Carolina 27699.1617
Location. 512 N. Salisbury St, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone]O0 Fax: 919m801-64921C st©mer Servce: 1-877-623-6748
Internet:, ww4,ncwater,orin
abject permit, please contact Maureen
An Equal orhinity'A{tirrativn Action Empbter

CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
June 10, 2015
Wren Thedford
NC DENR / DWR / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: NPDES Permit #NC0071447
Dear Mr. Thedford,
RECE:IVED!N : ENRtRDWR
} 'QROS
MOORESVII' NAL OFFICE
This letter shall serve as our request to renew the above referenced permit for the waste water
treatment plant for the Catholic Conference Center located at 1551 Trinity Lane, Hickory, NC
28602. Attached is our completed NPDES Application — Form D as requested.
There have not been any changes to the facility since the issuance of the last permit, other than
the retirement of the director, Deacon Guy Piche. My name is Paul Cronin and l replaced
Deacon Piche on December 9, 2013 as director of the facility.
Should you have any questions regarding the information on the enclosed application, please
feel free to contact me at 828-327-7441 or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Paul C. Cronin
Director
/pcc
1551 Trinity Lane • Hickory, North Carolina • 28602-9247
Phone - 828.327 7441 • Fax - 828.327.0872 • E-mail.' [e-mail] • www ca holiccon, erertce. org

For NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Resources / NPDES Program
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit
INC0071447
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key br the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on' top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
Catholic Diocese of Charlotte
Catholic Conference Center
1123 South Church St.
Charlotte
NC, 28602
[phone]
RFCEIVED/DENR/DWR
[phone]
[e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above El
Street Address or State Road 1551 Trinity Lane
City
State / Zip Code
County
JUN 12 2015
Water Quality
Pcnni tirig Section
Hickory
NC 28602
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
e-mail Address
Jerry Rogers/Statesville Analytical
PO Box 228
Statesville
NC 28687
[phone]
[phone]
[e-mail]
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For NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
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 El Number of Employees
Residential El Number of Homes
School ❑ Number of Students/Staff
Other X Explain:
Conference Ctr
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc.):
Conference Center including cafeteria & restrooms
Number of persons served: Varies with the number of guests staying with us at any given time.
5. Type of collection system
X 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? El Yes
X No
7. Name of receiving stream(s) (NEW applicants: Provide a map showing the exact location of each
outfall):
Camp Creek in the Catawba River Basin
8. Frequency of Discharge: El Continuous X Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: Varies Duration: Varies
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.
Bar Screen
Aeration Basin
Secondary clarifier with sludge return
Chlorine contact chamber with tablet disinfection
Sludge holding tank
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.02 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.0001 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.0001 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes X No
12. Effluent Data
NEW APPLICANTS: Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Conform, 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.
RENEWAL APPLICANTS: Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over
the past 36 months for parameters currently in your permit. Mark other parameters "N/A".
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
15.5
2.2
Mg/L
Fecal Coliform
176
1
CFU/ 100m1
Total Suspended Solids
12.3
2.8
Mg/L
Temperature (Summer)
27
19.7
C
Temperature (Winter)
25
10
C
pH
7.8
6.7
SU
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type
NESHAPS (CAA)
Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NC0071447 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
Other
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
UIC (SDWA)
NPDES
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
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.
Paul C. Cronin
Director
Printne of Person Signing
Title
6 /0/5----
Signature of Applicant 'Date
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.)
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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
The Reverend Mr. Guy Piche, Director
The Diocese of Charlotte
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H, Dee Freeman,
Director Secretary
A.11,!3
August 13, 20 0
r
Subject: NPDES PERMIT ISSUANCE
Permit Number NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
Catawba County
Dear Reverend Mr. Piche:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal ofthe subject
pemnt. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached final NPDES discharge pennit. 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).
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 permit shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this permit is not transferable. This permit does not affect the legal
requirementsto obtain other permits which may be required by. the Division of Water Quality or
:permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area Management Act, or any other
Federal or Local governmental permits which may be required.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact
Maureen Scardina of my staff at [phone].
Sincerely,
oleen I. Sullins
Director, Division of Water Quality
cc: Central Files
NPDES Unit Files
Mooresville Regional Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, Nort Caroluna 27699-1617
Location 512 N Salisbury St North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service 1-877-623 6748
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Permit NC0071447
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 provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-21,5..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 Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at. the
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
1551 Trinity Lane
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the Catawba River Basin in
accordance with effluent limits, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts 1, II, III
and PV hereof
This permit shall become effective September 1, 2010.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2015.
Signed this day August 13, 2010.
o een H Tins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the nvironrnenta1 Manage:mentCommission

Permit NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked, and as of this issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The Diocese of Charlotte is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.020 MGD wastewater treatment system with the following
components:
> Bar screen
> Aeration basin
> Secondary clarifier with sludge return
> Chlorine contact chamber with tablet disinfection
> Sludge holding tank
This system is located southwest of Hickory at the Catholic Conference Center WWTP at 1551
Trinity Lane off NCSR 1120 in Catawba County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an unnamed
tributary to Camp Creek, classified WS-III waters in the Catawba River Basin.

The Diocese of Charlotte
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
County:
Receiving "$trearm:
Latitude:
LonR rude:
Catawba Stream Pass: WS-ill
UT to Camp Creek Sub -Basin: 030835
35' 38' 32" Grid/Quad: E13NW (tongviewj
81' 24' 46"
DISCHARGE
OUTFALL 001
Facility
Location
(not to scale)
NPDES Permit No. NC0071447

Permit NC0071447
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS — FINAL •
During the period beginning on September 1, 2010 and lasting until expiration, the permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Description - PCS Code
EFFLUENT LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENT$
Monthly
Average
' Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample
Location
Flow
50050
0.020 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Effluent
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C)
00310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
00530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Nitrogen, Ammonia (as N)
00610 - Winter
17.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Nitrogen, Ammonia (as N)
00610 - Summer
4.7 mg/L
23.5 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
, Effluent
Fecal Coliform
31616 (geom.mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 nil
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine]
50060
28 ug/L
2 / week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature, Deg. Centigrade
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
Not less than 6.0 s.u. nor
more than 9.0 s.u.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Winter: November 1- March 31
Summer: April 1- October 31
Footnotes:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in compliance
with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by
a North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50
AWL
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.

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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. 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
conform, 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
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totaliz •, and the preset g-allon interval between sample collecraon fi ee
expected total daily flow at the' treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume
a constant thine interval. Use of this method requires prior approval
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less
restrictions also apply:
• Influent and effluent grttla samples shall be of equal sire and of no less
Intluent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
• Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention titre
grab samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during
• Permitter, with wastewater treatment systems. whose detention t
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t no greater than 1/24 of the
collected e yer a 2.1-hour period at
by the Director. This method
than b5 percent. The following
than 100 milliliters
< 24 hours shall collect effluent
24 hour period.
e exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every it he ur : there roust be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour
sampling period.
f
rat ruption throughout the operating hours of the
the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
How shall be
hour period that reasonably represents the
radar day for purposes of sanmpling, For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant di:schart ed 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)
pollutant measured during a calendar da
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month
n
eters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled out of even° 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of ncarm<
td.ay sampling., If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit Far nnetestst, char
ill be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
or
iris 1:; wxtrr rtttaental .Management Commission.
s [raw° rcrnn°7ent,al Prcatee:uc n Agenr v
ies that require coverage under this NPDE
.rout tea be rescinded.
Pe.
etion of facility c
l lte Nth rocat taf the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values.
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or " ' [detection lee"el ") shall be considered = 1.
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Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 nil 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 122.411
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.
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b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] .301, 31:1?, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act,, cox
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 MA provides that any person who ne,/agenfIy violates sections ,31:11, 302, 306, 307, 308,, 31.8, 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 m 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
iMarion, or by imprisonment of not .more. than 2 years, or both, [33 USC1319 (c) (1) and 40 CFR .122.41 (a)
(2)1
d. Any person who knowingly violates s,u.ch sections, or such conditions or lacnitarions is subject tc crittaiaial
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 1100,000 per day of violation,. or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 LJSC 1 319 (c) (2) and 40 CFR-122.41 (a) (2)]
g.
Any person who knowingly violate~ section .301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 31.8 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
n, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than$500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(13)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
ring 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 C[ R 122.41 (a) (2)]
Under state law, a civil penalty of not more. than $25,000 per violation rnay° be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a pen n t. [North
Carolina General Statutes 5 143-21.5.6A]
Any person may be assessed an administrative penalt%° by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or 1.inaitation 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 $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class 1 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 1.1 penalty not to exceed $177,500, [33 USC 1219
(g) (2) and 40 CFR 122.41 (a) (3)]
Duty to Nliugate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to rrunirnize or
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of advers
CFR 122.41 (d)].
nt any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
Tecting human health car the environment [40
Civil and(:rimin lLiahIity
Except as provided in per rrdt 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 fear noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
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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 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:
(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
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a municipality, State, Federal
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omphance with ertvircararnental laws and regu1attcans; the manager can ensure that
ablished or actions taken to gather complete arnd accurate information for
nd where authority to sign do urents has been assigned or delegated
arporat.e procedures
ship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
public agency by either a principal executive officer or
ing elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit 'Lssuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly atrduarized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if.
L 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 platters for the company,. (\ duly authorized representative may
thus be either a named i.t di idual or any individual occupying a named position, , and
The'written authorization .is submitted to the Permit issuing .iluthority [40 CFR
c. Changes to authorization: If an authoriz
because a different individual or position
authorization satisfying the requirernents
prior to or together with any reports,
representative [40 CFR 122,221
n under, paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
ponsibihi for the overall operation of the facility, a new
graph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
nation, or applications to be signed by an authorized
d.. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a, or b. + f this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.24 ..NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL.. B
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 property 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 tines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
ay be trio led, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Pernrittee fora permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)[.
Perrtrtit Ntodification„ Rev )(anon and Reissn.taticc, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority° •
hermit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowe
contained in. Title 40, Code of Federal. Regulations, Parts 122 and 123;;
\dministrative. Code, Subchapter 2.1~1,01Ci0; and North Carolina. General Statute
14. Anngal Adgi.ratering,
The P'erimttee must pay flit annual adn`unistet°ittg and compliance monitoring fee within
ladled by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a tinily manner in accordance with 13 \ NCI'
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
m reopening;
y ilia laws
modifying the
nd regulations
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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 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
D Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
D 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
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)].
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)]
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The Pertruttee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is fe r 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 122.4.1 (m) (3)1
(1) .Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee
notice, if possible at least ten days
anticipated quality~ and effect of the b
(2) Unanticipated bypass."I he l'ertrruttee
II. E. 6. (24-hour nonce
knows in advance o
before the date of the
}'pass.
shall ,submit
Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the ere°attraent facility is proluhited and
action against a Perm:ittee fair bypass, unless:
Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property darrtage;
'There were no feasible alternatives to the by-pass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilieie ,
retreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
con diticata is nett satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in th.e exercise of
reasonable ettgitmeeri.rtg judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b, of this se non.
need for a bypass, i
ss, including an
flee of an unan
ubmit prior
beta of the
d bypass as required in
suing ,Authority ma „ake enfcorcernent
) Bypass froth. the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as prodvided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility..
) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve ate anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse ef`fect�s, if
the Permit Issuing.rluthority determines that
(1) of this section.
meet the three conditions listed above in. Paragraph c.
5. Upsets
a. Effect cif art 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 mutations if the requirements of
paragraph b. of this condition are met. No detemi nation made during administrative review of claims that
noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final admmi;strative action
subject to judicial review,
b. Conditions necessary fear a demunstratiekn eaf upset: Any 1 ertmuttc e whe:a wishes tea establish the
afftrmativc: defense of upset shall demon, tratew, through properly signed, contemporaneous curperatitrg logs, or
other relevant ervidence. that:
(1) An upset. occurred and that the Perrnittec can identify* the causes) e:>f` the:, ulnset;
(2) The I'ernaittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part I1, E. 6. (b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part IL B. 2. of this permit.
ce Burden of prtataf [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: 'The Permitter; seeking tc, establish the occurrence of an upset
has the burden of proof in any enforcement lrc?cceding,
6. Re tntve1 Su
s, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control cad' :°astewatters
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
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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) 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 0)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last 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 http1//h2o.enr.state.nc.us/lab/cert.htm) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
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Test procedures tear the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (l ubhished pursuant to
NC:GS 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 patent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce min... um
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 rnethods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensi•Live (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved .method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The C\VA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders a. accurate, 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 1"22.41].
6. Rec . rds Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage slu
use and disposal activities., which shall be retained for a period of at least five years
CFR 503), the Permitter shall retain records of all monitoring information, including;
y all calibration and maintenance records
Y 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 copses 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
122.4'1]..
>nger as required by 40
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following infoiination [40 CF'R.122.41],
a.
b.
c.
d,
e.
f.
The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
The date(s) analyses were performed;
The individual(s) who perforated the analyses;
The analytical techniques or methods used; and
The results of such analyses.
Inspection. and Entry
The Perrnittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representsttive (itnchiding 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 Permit tc eIs premises where a regulated
records must be kept under the conditions of this permit
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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. 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) T.
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3_ Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes 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 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)].
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arts under this section. if the oral
Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Diwstonl's Emergency Response
personnel at (800) 662•-79.56, [phone] or [phone].
7, Other Noncompliance
'I3.-ie Peranittee shall report all tti Lances of reonconot reported under Part II. E. 5 and 6. of this pern t at
the time monitoring reports are submitted, The .reports shall contain the in
this permit [40 CFR 122,41 (1) (7)]..
Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware tha
submitted incorrect information in a pertnt
such facts or information ]40 CFR 122.41 (]
ion listed in Part I:[. E. 6. r.
v relevant facts in a permit application, or
ion or in any report to the .Director, it shall promptly submit
9. Nonconnpliance Notification,
The Pernuttee 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:
Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of sgniEcant 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 tine, 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
knowledge of the occurrence.
10, Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) €nr 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 143-21;5.1 (b)(2) or. in Section 309 of the Federal act.
0
provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certif ea ion 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 imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR
122.41].
4ntual Ierformance Reports
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.
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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.
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, not change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (Atq 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 pg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 µg/L) for 2.4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4.6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter
(1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or
infrequent basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the
highest of the following "notificadon levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 p.g/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 9f the system to prevent
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ny activities requiring this permit
FACILITIES
nag definitions apply to municipal fa
pollutants into a PO'INV regulated under sect:.iti
It°tia faition or disruput t of the POTXX' treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the. P()T\ 's NPI)ES Pertnit ter prevents sewage sludge use
or disposal in compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulatiotss, or permits [1.5A NCAC
211,0903 (b) (13)1
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the. State in tluantities air concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration. of a -iolanon, cif
the P TW's NPDES permit:, or of an instream water quaiity standard. ]'1.5A NCAC 2110903 (b) (23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Wo ks (POT\X))
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the C \VA, 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 PO'I'W. The terra also means the local government en*, 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 211.0903 (b) (27)]
tftcant Industrial L=ser" or "SW"
1n industrial user that discharges wastewater into a pt►l licly° owned treatment works and that [l5A NCAC 21-1.0903
(b) (34)]:
(a) discharges an average of 25,000 gallons or more per day of process wastewater to the Ia0Ilk (excluding
sanitary;., noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters) cat:
(l) contributes more than 5 percent of the design. flow of the P(YI'W treatment plant rtr snore than 5 percent of
tnaxirnwma allowable h.eadworks loading of the POTW treatment plant, for
iced to meet a national categorical
g� cal pretreatment standard, or;
s, regardless of Parts (a), (b)., and (c) of this definition, otherwise deterrraitted.
the EPA to have a reasonable potential for adversely affecting the P()1 Xi'".
pretreatment standard or requirement or PO'IVv s receiving stream standard,
disposal options.
(c)
(d)
Sect'oa B
All POTWs s are re.q
operation of the P(:
treatment works or
ed Treatment Works (POTWJ)
ed to preve
X'„ iracludin
e be i
the introductio
interfrencc wit.
,ompatible with
at pollutant r,'.>t concern, or;
by the PC)'I'\t=`, the Divi icttt., or
operation or for violating any
or to limit the P(YI1\1s sludge
of pollutants nito the NNW X'' which well i
ise or disposal of municipal sludge, or pass
ch treatn°°tent works. [40 CFR 403,2]
ryllPOT\t''s must provide adequate notice to the 'Director r cif the following [40 CFR 122.42 (b')]-
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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.
2. 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)]
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
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and times; and if the discharge has not ceased, the anticipatedtirne it is expected to continue; and steps
taken or planned to r•ed.uce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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 CPart 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,
The Permittee: 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 15A NCAC 2H.0907 (a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44 (j) (2)1
"this per rdt shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include; a compl.ian.ce schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment 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
ry of sections 307 (h) and (c) and 402 ) (l3) of the CWA andregulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-2'15.3 (14) and implenreratiaag 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)J
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402 (b) (8) of the CWA,
40 CFR 403, 15A NCAC 2II.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 21-1(.903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
Sewer Use Or finance (S Oi
The Permittee shad maintain adequate legal authority tit implement its approved
NCAC 214.0905 and .0906; 40 CFR 403.8 (f) (1) and 403.) (1),
pre:
Industrial Waste Survey (IWSi
The perrnittce shall implement an. IWS consisting of tlrc survey of users of the POTW, as required by 40 CFR
403.8 (f) (2) (trill) and 1.5A NCA.0 21 I.0905 [also 40 CFR I2?.44 (1) (1)j, including identification of all industrial
users and the character and amount of pollutants contributed. to tlae PC DX" by these industrial users and
islettt.ftcation of those industrial users meeting the definition of SIU. The Permittee shall submit a summary of
its I vS activities to the Division at Iea.st once every five years, and as required by the Division. The MS
submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under paragraph B, 2, c, of this Part.
Monito:dng Plan
The Permittee shall implerrtent a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data
to be used in a wastewater treatment plant 11eadworks Analysis (FINXIA) for the development of specific
pretreatment local limits. 'Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the Dh'IRs (as required by Part II,
Section D, and Section E,5.). [15A NCAC 211.0906 (b) (2) and .0905j
4. fieadworks Analysis(HWA) and Local is
The Permittee shall. obtain Division approval of a 11\VA at
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this perrni
nce every fide years, and as required by the
y subsequent perrnit modification) the
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Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (Le., an
updated I-lWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.441 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 21- .0909.
Jndt lrial: .Q Pretreattnent Pern4 T) & A11pcai9: TTlj s
In accordance with. NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all $illn%ficant industrial users, permits frnr
operation of pretreatment equipment and, discharge to the Permittee's treatxm nt 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 curt Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA and the limits from
all IUPs, Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treaunernt capacity of the POPXJ' as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 2110909, ,091.6, and .0917; 40 CFR 403,5, 403.8 (0 (1) (iii); NCGS 143
2157 (a))
Authorization to Construct permit (A
users for tlt+e construn or modification of any pretreatment facility.
proposed pretreat-4 erut facility and treatment process must be evaluated for
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) lirnitatiotns. [1.5A NCAC 21-L0906 (b
215,1 (a) (8)]
DPW it sped b, taring of their
The Permittee shall conduct inspection,, sure ` ce, and monitoring a
approved pretreatment program in order to dettrnxire, independent of infor
compliance with plicable pretreatment standards, [15,A NCAC 2H .0908(d
Permittee ,must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Us et (SIUs) at least once per calendar year, and
b. Sample. all Significant Industrial Users SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all perm" -limited
ants, once during the period Erotn January 1 through June 30 and once during the period from
hrough, December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled at least once per
year, For the purposes of this paragraph, "organic compounds" ,means the types of
unds listed in 40 CFR 136.3(a), Tables IC, ID, and IF, as amended.
all applicable in
nuance of an Atf
sac ty to comply with all
6) and .0905; NCGS 143-
as described in its Division
n supplied by industrial users,
40 CFR 403.8(0(2)( )] The
trial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
Mist. approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or
[15A C 21-1.0906(b)(4) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii) t CFR
and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pre
on 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 `CFR 405 et.
ot� in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific
consistentwith the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by
and .0905; 40 CFR 4038(0(5)]
The Permittee shall report to the 13iurision in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908, In eu of submitting
annual reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 211 .0904 (b) nnay be req
submit a partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcers
pretreatment requirements and other pretreatment implementation. issues,
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Igor all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit tvo copies of a Pretr
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collectiot Systems Unit
1617 l Iail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
These report shall be submitted ac
following
d.
NPDES Permit Standard Conditions
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t Annual.
n at the
o a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
larratiyc
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken for all Industrial. Users (IUs) in Si
Non -Compliance (SNC);
on specific farms approved by the Division;
ctions taken or proposed to correct the violations on specific for ns
pies collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial User (SIU)
and any mortitoritxg data for other industrial Users (l tJs) in. SNC. These analytical results must be
reported on Industrial. Data. Summary Forms (IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
e: Other Information
Copies of the POTWs allocation table; new or modified enforcement compliance schedules public
notice of lUss 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;.
Public Notice.
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial. Users (IUs) 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 -north period.
all retain for a min itt um of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
fonuat'on including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
PO . (15A NCAC 2FI .0908(f);. 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
Fury �.:g and. Financial. Repoet
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels too accorrmplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. 11.5A, NCAC 21 .0906(a) and ,0905; 40 CFl 4C➢3.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
approved pretreatment program including but not lirttited to local limns modihcations,
POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan, modifications, shall be
considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 21- .0114 and 15A NCAC 21-i .0947,

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SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: NO
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles H. Weaver
Date: September 12, 2000
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Catawba
NPDES Permit No.: NC0071447
MRO No.: 00-38
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Catholic Conference Center
c/o Diocese of Charlotte
Route 8 Box 1200
Hickory, NC 28602
2. Date of Investigation: July 13, 2000
3. Report Prepared By: B. Dee Browder, Environ. Engr. I
4. Person Contacted and Telephone Number: John Camerlengo, [phone]
5. Directions to Site: From the jct. of Hwy. 127 and SR 1120 (Greedy Road) in
southwestern Catawba County, travel west on SR 1120 approximately 2.5 miles
and turn right onto a paved access road (Trinity Lane). The Catholic
Conference Center is located at the end of this road.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge Points: -
Latitude: 35° 38' 32"
Longitude: 81° 24' 46"
Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site and discharge point on
map.
USGS Quad No.: E 13 NW
7. Site size and expansion area consistent with application: Yes.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Hilly, 3-15% slopes. The
existing WWTP site is not located within a flood plain.
9. Location of Nearest Dwelling: Approx. 800+ feet from the WWTP site.

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10. Receiving Stream or Affected Surface Waters: Unnamed Tributary to Camp
Creek
a. Classification: WS-III
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba 030835
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: Flow
observed in the receiving stream at the time of the site inspection. No
downstream dischargers are known nor are any water intakes located on
this stream segment.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of Wastewater: 0.020 MGD (Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity: 0.020 MGD
c. Actual treatment capacity of current facility (current design capacity):
0.020 MGD
_ d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous ATCs issued in
the previous two years: N/A
e. Description of existing or substantially constructed WWT facilities: The
existing WWT facilities consist of a bar screen followed by aeration
(diffused), clarification, tablet disenfection, sludge holding tank, a flow
measuring device, and stand-by power generator (this portable device is
not Located at the WWTP, however, one is available at another location
on site and is capable of running the WWTP should a power outage
occur).
f. Description of proposed WWT facilities: N/A
g•
Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: There are no toxic impacts
expected. Chlorine is added to the waste stream.
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): Not Needed.
2. Residual handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied specify DEM Permit No. NIA.
Residuals Contractor: N/A
Telephone No. N/A

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b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
3. Treatment Plant Classification: No change from previous rating.
4. SIC Code(s): 8661 Wastewater Code(s): 11
5. MTU Code(s): 06007
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any
public monies involved (municipals only)? No
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity) requests: None at this
time.
3. Important SOCIJOC or Compliance Schedule dates: N/A
Submission of plans and specifications
Begin Construction
Complete construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation
a. Spray Irrigation: Poor topography.
b. Connect to regional sewer system: None Avaliable.
c. Subsurface: Poor topography
d. Other disposal options: N/A
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee requests renewal of the subject Permit. There have been no changes to
the facility since the Permit was last renewed.
It is recommended that the Pez 't be renewed as requested.
Signature of Report Preparer
1 121Z v
ate
Water Quality Regional Supervisor ` Date

t
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
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT or
E VIFRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
February 7, 2000
Mr, John M. Camerlengo. jr
Catholic Conference Center
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory North Carolina 28602
Subject:NPD1...,:S Permit ReneWa I Application
Permit NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County
Dear IVIr. Camerlengo:
TheNPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on February 1, 2000. Thank
you for submitting this package.
'Me permit renewal for this facility will be assigned to a member of the NPDES Unit staff.
That staff member will contact you iffurther information is needed to complete the permit
renewal. Please note that the NPDES Unit has several vacant positions. This staff shortage has
lasted for over a year and is delaying all permit renewals_ Our remaining permit writers are
currently reviewing. Authorizations to Construct. speculative limit: requests, major permit
modifications and 201 plan updates ahead of permit renewals. This is necessary due to a variety
of factors, including mand.atoiy deadlines in the statutes which govern our program.
If this staff shortage delays reissuance of NC0071447, the existing requirements in your
permit. vill remain in effect until the permit is renewed {or the Division takes other action). We
appreciate your patience and understanding while we operat„e with a severely depleted staff. If you
have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at
[phone], extension .51. I,
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weave
NPDES Unit
ce:
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 919 733-5083 extension 511 (tax) 919 7-0
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Charles,Weaver4nornailmet

CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
January 21,2000
NC E:7ENR
Div. of Wat. r Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Paleh. NC 27699-1617
re: NPDES Permit No. NC0071447
Gentlemen,
Enclosed please final one original and two copies of our per-
mit renewal application and related documents. Please consider
this our request for a renewal of our permit which expires on
July 31,,2000. This permit is for a 20,000 gallons -per -day package
plant which requires periodic sludge disposal.
The waste sludge. is collected in a tank built within the
plant and is removed. as necessary by Robert's Septic Tank Service
of Maiden, N.C. Final disposal is at the City of Newton's Clarks
Creek Treatment Plant.
If any further action on my part :i.s necessary to faci
this permit renewal., please let me know.
y,
John M. Ca jr.
Director of Fa o.a l.it.ies
Catholic Conference Center
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory, NC 28602
15, 1 Trinity Lane • Hickory, North Carolina • 28602-9247
Phone - 828327.7441 • Fax - 828,327. 0872 • E-mail. [e-mail] • www. catholiccorx erence. org

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM D
To be fled only by 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
North Carolina. NPDES Permit Number
(if known)
NC©a 7/y97
Please print or type
ailing address of applicant/permittee:
Facility Name
Owner Naive
Street Address
City
State
ZIP Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-nail. Address
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2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Name (If different from above)
Facility Contact Person
Street Address or State Road
City / Zip Code
County
Telephone Nurnber
3. Reason for application:
Expansion/Modification
Renewal
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New Facility
* Please provide a description of the expansion/modification:
4. Description of the existing treatment facilities (list all installed components with
capacities):
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM D
To be filed only by dischargers of 100% domestic wastewater (<1 MGD flow)
5. Description of wastewater (check all that apply):
Type of Facility Generating Wastewater
Industrial Number of Employees
Commercial Number of Employees
Residential Number of Homes
School Number of Students/Staff
Other x
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: subdivision, mobile home park, etc.):
obr evel'tc.e covifPt Ca -re IC'fllC7 go' kft4P0 5O-vhiT ho -/jig roopkt5
6. Number of separate wastewater discharge pipes (wastewater outfalls):
one
7. If the facility has multiple discharge outfalls, record the source(s) of wastewater for each
outfall:
8. Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfall):
r
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.
TReV, /fie, C U Ch e
Printed Name of Person St ning
pir�c it c -F Propertec -Far 7 DLcese of C4.arki�
Title
Signature of Applica
Date Signed
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or
certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any
recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental
Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $10,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or
imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both for a similar offense.)
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DIOCESE OF CHARLOTTE PASTORAL CENTER
THE CHANCERY
December 21, 1999
Attn: Central Files
Div. of Environmental Management
DEHNR
P. O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
By virtue of this letter, I, William G. Curlin, Bishop of the Roman Catholic
Diocese of Charlotte, do hereby grant to the Rev. Mr. Guy A. Fiche, Director of the
Catholic Conference Center, Hickory, North Carolina, and Director of Properties for the
Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, the signatory authority to sign on behalf of the
Permittee.
Sincerely yours,
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Most Reverend William G.-Curlin, Bishop
Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte
P. O. Box 36776, CHARLOTTE, NC 28236
PHONE: [phone] FAX: [phone]

Michael F. Easley, Govemo
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E. Director
Division of Water Quality
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
April 20, 2005
Reverend Mr. Guy Piche
Director of Properties
The Diocese of Charlotte
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
Subject: NPDES Permit NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
Catawba County
Dear Reverend Mr. Piche:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0071447 was issued on April 18, 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. Ofparticular 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://h2o.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.
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
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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 Iine 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 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,
ID. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Surface Water Protection Regional Supervisor
A:\NPDESLTR,WQ

April 1€3, 2003
Reverend Mr. Guy A. riche
Director of Properties
The .Diocese of Charlotte
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory, North. Carolina 28602
r hoc] f^-.Easley,'(iove^rrrr
Ftr,us„ 1r., Secretary
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Subjrt: issuance of NPDES Permit NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
Catawba. County
Dear Reverend Mr. Picht:
The Division re°cci,ved your application for a wastewater discharge penni.t on February 2, 2005..
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application. 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 2004, and as subsequently amended.
A Total Residual Ch.lori.ne (TRC) limit has been added to this permit. Because you may need time to
make modifications to your plant in order to comply with this new condition, the TRC limit will not take effect
until February 1, 2007.
if any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudi,catory 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 150E 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 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 concerting this permit, please contact. Vanessa. Manuel at telephone
number [phone], extension 532.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
MarkMcIntire
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Permit NC0071447
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 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, the
The Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
1551 Trinity Lane
off NCSR 1120
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the
Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limits, 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 July 31, 2010.
Signed this day April 18, 2005.
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
fl4ark-McIntire
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
As of August 1, 2005, all previous NPDES permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or
discharge are hereby revoked. As of the effective date of this permit, any previously issued permit
bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and
discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions
included herein.
The Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1 Continue to operate an existing 0.020 MGD wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
> Bar screen
> Aeration basin
> Secondary clarifier with sludge return
➢ Chlorine contact chamber with tablet disinfection
> Sludge holding tank
This system is located southwest of Hickory at the Catholic Conference Center
WWTP at 1551 Trinity Lane off NCSR 1120 in Catawba County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek, classified WS-III waters in the
Catawba River Basin.

Permit NC0071447 '
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS — FINAL
During the period beginning on August 1, 2005, and lasting until July 31, 2010, the permittee is
authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored by the permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Description - PCS Code
EFFLUENT LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type
Sample
Location
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant - 50050
0.020 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Effluent
SOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 00310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mglL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Solids, Total Suspended - 00530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N) - 00610 - Winter
17.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N) - 00610 - Summer
4.7 mglL
23.5 mglL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC Broth,44.5C - 31616
(geom.mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual' - 50060
2 / week
Grab
Effluent
Chlorine, Total Residual1 - 50060
28 LCg/L
2 / week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature, Water Deg. Centigrade - 00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH2 - 00400
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Winter: November 1 - March 31
Summer: April 1 - October 31
Footnotes:
1. Total Residual Chlorine limit takes effect February 1. 2007. Until the Iimit becomes effective, the permittee
shall monitor Total Residual Chlorine (with no effluent limit).
2. The pH shalt 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.

NPDES Permit Requirements
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3 /Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily'discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
conform, 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 nil 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 tithe
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 ,hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. This method may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary
less than 15 percent. The grab samples shall be taken at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart
during any 24-hour period and must be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters. Use of this method
requires prior approval by the Director.
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In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab 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. sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit pararneter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered =1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CIean Water Act.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
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Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The average of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable,
or substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the Clean Water Act.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such -discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation
of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance,
or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under
section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in the regulations that establish these
standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been
modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the
Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section
402, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8)
of the Act, is subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. [40 CFR 122.41 (a)
(2)]
c. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or
405 of the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under
section 402 of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a
negligent violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
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d. Any person who knowing violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In
the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,
and who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious
bodily injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not
more than 15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment
violation, a person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than
30 years, or both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction
of violating the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of nor 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 CIass II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permitree shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part I1. 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 invasionof personal rights, nor
any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41 (g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of 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 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 CO 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 he 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 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 122.22].
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]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate
because a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new
authorization satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director
prior to or together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized
representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the
following certification [40 CFR 122.22]:
"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. ! am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41 (f)].
13: Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance. or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the
permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the .annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b) (4)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. - Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the permitted facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment system operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the water pollution
control treatment system. Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
• classification assigned to the water pollution control treatment system by the Certification Commission. The
Permittee must also employ one or more certified Back-up .ORCs who possess a currently valid certificate of the
type of the system. Back-up ORCs must possess a grade equal to (or no more than one grade less than) the grade
of the system [15A NCAC 8G.0201].
The ORC of each Class I facility must
➢ Visit the facility at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility must.
➢ Visit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
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b. Within 120 calendar days of:
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 Perniittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41
(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41 (m) (2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41 (m)' (3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior
notice, if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the
anticipated quality and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II. E. 6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(I) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the .use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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.
(3)
5. Upsets
a. 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
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noncompliance was caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action
subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: A Permittee who wishes to establish the
affirmative defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or
other relevant evidence that
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II. E. 6. (b) (B) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II. B. 2. of this permit.
d. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an
upset has the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States. The Permittee
shall comply with all existing Federal regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of
40 CFR Part 503, any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40 CFR 503. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR 503 Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage SIudge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify, the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 28th day following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of
these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I
of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to
NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to
Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act (as Amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in
the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless
other test procedures have been specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum
detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be
reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are
determined capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,
then the most sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must
be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any
monitoring device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by
a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or
by both. If a conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this
paragraph, punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more
than 4 years, or both [40 CFR 122.411
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
D all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
D. copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record
the following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
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e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
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
I. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constitute a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or
additions to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41 (1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29 (b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42 (a) (1).
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,
and such alternation, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different
from or absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported
during the permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to 'the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to document the change of ownership. Any such action
may incorporate other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (3)].
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II. D. 2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
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6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written
submission shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance,
including exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is
expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the
noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported -under Part IL 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) CO].
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 (l) (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
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not more than $25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both
[40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which
the facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality.
The report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon
which annual period is used for evaluation.
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the planes 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 Perrnittee 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 pg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 pg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 pg/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 least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system
covered by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent
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adverse impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit
continue at the permitted facility.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR 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.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from
industries using the municipal system may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as
sufficient information becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be
revised to specify effluent limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system: •
Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a dosed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21; _
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
c. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(b).
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved
POTW Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or by the requirements of the approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section C. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307(b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the Clean Water Act and implementing regulations 40
CFR Part 403, North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3 (14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 2H
.0900, and in accordance with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and
referenced in the Pretreatment Program Submittal are an enforceable part of this permit.
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 2H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements:
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program.
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 Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required
by Part II, Section D, and Section E.5.).
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA,) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (HWA) at least once every five
years, and as required by the Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any
subsequent permit modification) the Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation
of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.42]. The Permittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 2H-.0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 2H
.0909.
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 (Al) which summarizes the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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6, Authoriaatiott to. Construct (A to C)
The Pernuttee 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 mus
comply with all Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations.
7. OW Inspection & Monitoring of their SIUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial
users, compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. The Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year; and
b. Sample all. Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least twice per calendar year for all permit -
limited pollutants, once during the period from January 1 through June 30 and once during the
period from July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be sampled
once per calendar .year;
10.
evaluated for its capacity to
SI Sell' Monitoring and Reporting
ate Puttee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable
requirements outlined in the Division approved pretreatment program, the Indus
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
oring and reporting
pretreatment permit,
Enforgcmcnt.Response .Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the Clean Water Act (40 CFR 405 et. seq), prohibitive
discharge standards as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 2H .0909, and specific local limitations..
Allenforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
te.
annu
required to meet
and other pretreat
the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
d Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 21-I .0904 (b) may be
vision personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirements
rtplementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment prr ams, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Peet
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreatment. Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
t .Annual.
on at the
These reports shall be submitted according to a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
following
.) ay€
A brief discussion o reasons for, status of, and actions t
Users (SIUs) in Signibcant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on specific forms approved by the Division,
c.) Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR)
The nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on
specific forms approved by. the. Division;
d.) Industrial Data, Summary. Forms (IDSF)
Si ficant lndusttial
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Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial
User (SIU). These analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms
(IDSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
Cheer' t'nftatio
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or mollified 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 requirernents of this permit;
Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant Industrial. Users (SIUs) that were in Sig ficant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as definedin the Permittee"s Division approved Sewer Use Ordinance with
applicable pretreatment requirements and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list
shall be published within four months of the applicable twelve-month period.
12. Recoil. Keeping
The Perrnittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of tnonitt ring activities and results, along
with support information including general records water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the POTW,
Funcling Antifinaticiai Itep rt
The Permitter shall maintain adequate funding and staffing levels to accomplish the objectives of itt
approved pretreatment program,
14. Modification, to Prctreatinen,t Programs.
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 21-1 .0114 and
15A NCAC 2I-I .0907..

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Akan W. Klimek, P,E, Director
Division of Water Quality
February 1 „ 2005
Reverend Mr. Guy A. :Plebe
Director of Properties
The Diocese of Charlotte
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory, North Carolina 2S602
Subject; Draft NPDES Permit.
Permit NG0071447
Catholic Conference Center WW'1V
Catawba. County
Dear Reverend Mr. Pich.:
Enclosed with this letter is a copy of the draft permit for your facility. Please review the draft very carefully so
that you thoroughly tinders Id the conditions and requirements it contains.
Your permit is among several in the Catawba River basin the Division has targeted for expedited renewal. No
major changes have taken place t.o the Division's management strategy for the Catawba River. 'Me Division.
can therefore expedite renewal of permits in the Catawba River basin. whose operations have not changed
since the last permit renewal, and whose compliance records are in good standing.
This draft permit contains two (2) substantial changes from the existing permit:
As required by the Code of Federal Regulations and based on comments from the United States
Environmental Protection Agency, the Division was required to implement daily maximum ammonia (Nl-i3_.
N) limits for wastewater treatment. facilities, This implementation policy was adopted on October 15,
2002. The daily maximum liirnit is five tunes the monthly average value (this multiplier was established
based on a review of treatment capability at various wastewater plants). As a result, this permit includes
both monthly average and daily maximum. limits for NI-13-N..
A Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) limit has been added to this permit. Because you may need time to retake
modifications to your plasm in order to comply with this new condition, the TRC limit will not take effect
until eighteen (18) months after the effective date of the final permit.. Please refer to the enclosed TRC
policy roma for details.
Submit any written comments to me at the letterhead address no later than thirty (30) days following your
receipt of the draft permit. If theDivision does not receive any adverse comments from either you or the
public within this designated time, our office`: will likely issue t.hc final permit in early April, with an effective
date of May 1, 2005.
If you have any questions (.:oncernilag this draft peril
email at'Vi°rnesscz,,Marweifterrzrri,l.n 't."
Attachments
Cc: DWQ/SWP MR0
NPDES File
Britt Setter. NCDENR/DEII au,. MRD
9) 733-5083, extension, 532 or via
Sincerely,
Vanessa E _ Manuel
Eastern NPDES Program
i 'Carolina
North (arvlirea D
Internet: h2tr.
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TO: NPDES Unit Staff
Michael F.
Govern
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
June 19, 2003
FROM: David A. Goodrich
NPDES Unit Supervisor
SUBJECT Total Residual Chlorine Policy for NPDES permits
Every three years the State is required by the Clean Water Act to review its surface water quality standards and
classifications, determine if changes are needed and to make any necessary changes. This review process is referred to
as the "triennial review." Public hearings were held to solicit comments for the 2000-2003 Triennial Review of surface
water quality standards during the summer of 2002. The Nearing Officer's recommendations were presented before
the state's Environmental Management Commission on October 10, 2002.
The Hearing Officer's recommended changes included modifications to the existing standards for Arsenic, Cyanide,
Methylene Blue Active Substances (MBAS) and Total Residual Chlorine (TRC). The Hearing Officer also
recommended the addition of a standard for Methyl Tert Butyl Ether (M.iBE).
All of the Hearing Officer's proposed changes were adopted with the exception of MfBE. The changes took effect
on April 1, 2001 This memo documents the changes to the NPDES permitting policy for TRC limits.
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC)
Previously, TRC had an Action Level Standard, except in designated Trout waters. The Triennial Review changes
modified the TRC Action Level Standard to an Aquatic Life Standard of 17 irg/L. The Aquatic Life Standard will
remain for designated Trout waters.
Aquatic Life Standard —17 p.g/L (freshwater only) Trout Waters —17 p.g/L
Revised TRC Policy
➢ TRC limits will be assigned to permit renewals and all new permits issued after April 1, 2003.
➢ Facilities that do not use chlorine will not receive a TRC limit; however, the presence of a chlorine back-up
system to augment UV or other disinfection requires a TRC limit.
➢ Facilities discharging to streams with a 7Q10 m.05 cfs (zero -flow streams) will receive a limit of 17 µg/L.
➢ Limits will be capped at 28 pg/L to protect against acute impacts.
It is likely that many facilities will need to add dechlorination (or use another means of disinfection) to comply with
the new TRC standard. Therefore, a compliance schedule of 18 months from the effective date of the permit may
be added to any TRC limit added during the current permit renewal. This time period is allowed in order for the
facility to budget and design/construct the dechlorination and/or alternative disinfection system(s). The NPDES
Unit has promulgated rninirnum design criteria in order to expedite permitting of dechlorination equipment.
cc: Coleen Sullins
Regional Office Supervisors (Dechlorination guidance attached)
Shannon Langley

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA Permit NC0071447
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 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, the
The Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
1551 Trinity Lane
off NCSR 1120
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the
Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limits, monitoring requirements, and other conditions
set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective MONTH DAY,, 2005.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2010.
Signed this day MONTH DAY„ 2005.
DRAFT (2/9/2005)
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0071!
SUPPLEMENTTO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under
the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.020 MGD wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
➢ Bar screen
➢ Aeration basin
➢ Secondary clarifier with sludge return
➢ Chlorine contact chamber with tablet disinfection
➢ Sludge holding tank
This system is Located southwest of Hickory at the Catholic Conference Center
WWTP at 1551 Trinity Lane off NCSR 1120 in Catawba County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek, classified WS-III waters in the
Catawba River Basin.

Latitude: 35°3832"
Longitude: 8102446"
Quad # E13NW (Longview)
Stream Gass: WS-III
Subbasin: 03-08-35
Receiving Stream: UT to Camp Creek
NC0071447
The Diocese of Charlotte
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
NOT TO SCALE

Permit NC00714
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - DRAFT
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the
permittee is authorized to discharge treated wastewater from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be
Limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Description - PCS Code
EFFLUENT LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample Type
Sample
Location
Flow, in conduit or lhru treatment plant - 50050
0.020 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
E
BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 00310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
E
Solids, Total Suspended - 00530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mglL
Weekly
Grab
E
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as N) - 00610 - Winter
17.0 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
E
Nitrogen, Ammonia Total (as NJ - 00610 - Summer
4.7 mg/L
23.5 mglL
Weekly
Grab
E
Caliform, Fecal MF, M-FC Broth,44.5C - 31616
(geom.mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
_
Grab
E
Chlorine, Total Residuals - 50060
2 / week
Grab
E
Chlorine, Total Residuals - 50060
28 ug/L
2 /week
Grab
E
Temperature, Water Deg. Centigrade - 00010
Weekly
Grab
E
pH2 - 00400
Weekly
Grab
E
Winter: November 1- March 31
Summer: April 1- October 31
Footnotes:
l . Total Residual Chlorine limit takes effect 18 months from the effective date of the permit. Until the limit
becomes effective, the permittee shall monitor Total Residual Chlorine (with no effluent limit).
2. 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.

JAMES B. HUNT JR.
GOVERNOR
HILL HOLMAN
-.SECRETARY
1
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
October 20, 2000
Mr. John Camerlengo, Jr.
Catholic Conference Center
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory; North-Carolina-286.0? . _
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Camerlengo:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0071447 was issued on October
6, 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 clone 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 I),
plus instructions for completing the form. It is imperative that all applicable parts be
completed, and the original and one copy be submitted as required.
Please be advised that an annual administering and compliance monitoring fee may
be required for your facility. You will soon be receiving a statement from our Raleigh
Office. It is imperative that the fee be paid in a timely manner so as to prevent enforcement
action or possible revocation of your permit.
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and special
conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s).
The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of noncompliance,
bypasses, treatment 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
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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_an4 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.
Enclosure
A:ICATm\TD.LTR
DRG/de
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor

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. Icahn NI, Camerlengo,.lr,
Catholic Conference Center
1551 Trinity Lane
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
a Mr. Camcrlengo:
DENR
RTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
NMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Issuance. of NPDES Permit NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County
Dia-isiren personnel have rev iewcd and approved your application fo
r"i.tna;ttcling the attached NPDES discharge permit. This perm it is t st.tecl pe.trsu:ant ttr the
ah Carolina General Statute 143-21.5,1 and the Memorandum of Agreement lae.t ae:en.North
U.S. Environmental Protection r\g,encv dated May 9, 1904 (or as subsequently a mende
It a m 1= <rrts, rra�easurerrsertat fcecluenc•ics or sampling requirements contained in this permit ar a unacceptable to
vou,you ha °e the rig hrt ro an ac'liudicatory hearing upon written request within
this letter. `1 his request must he in the form of a written pct.ition, conforming to Chapter 150B c
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of :\dminisararia e Hearings (6714 Mail Sen~ice C1:en.
North Carolina
Unicss such demand is
cisic:an shall lase finial <and i:aindin
Please mate that this permit is neat tratastcratlalc c cept after notice to the Dig isicata. The Division may reclaeire
modification or revocation and refs eagazace of the permit. This permit does not affect. the le ,.al requirements to obtain
other permits which may be required Icy the Division of Water Quality or perrrnts required ht the Division of Land
Resources, the Coastal Area \lanagc.rnent Act or any rirher Federal or Local governmental permit that may be
required.
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Permit NC0071447
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WAS'h;WATER 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
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center WWTP
NCSR 1120
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek 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 November 1, 2000.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2005.
Signed this day October 6, 2b00.
MOM. MGM) BY
SILL RED
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
The Diocese of Charlotte is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.020 MGD wastewater treatment system with
the following components:
• Bar screen
• Aeration basin
• Secondary clarifier with sludge return
♦ Chlorine contact chamber with tablet disinfection
This system is located southwest of Hickory at the Catholic Conference Center
WWTP off NCSR 1120 in Catawba County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek, classified WS-III waters in the
Catawba River Basin.

Latitude: 35°38'31"
Longitude: 8I °24'48"
Quad # E13NW
Stream Class: WS-III
Subbasin: 30835
Receiving Stream: UT Camp Creek
NC0071447
Diocese of Charlotte
Catholic Conference Center
MENT FR1NTING OFFICE: 1973-516-0 1
15l Il.E CASAR 18 M1./
SCALE 1:24000

Permit NC0071447
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
0.020 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (202C)
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
(April 1 — October 31)
4.7 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(November 1 — March 31)
17.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform
(geometric mean)
2001100 ml
400 / 100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (QC)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH1
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The pH shallsiot 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.
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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.

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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTION A. DEFINITIONS
1. Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
2. DEM or "the Division"
Means the Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment, 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.
S. MasslDay 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.

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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.

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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
(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.

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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.
SECTION B_ GENERAL CONDMONS
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 5 143-215.6A]
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.

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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 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 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 inyasion of
personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application
of any provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such
provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.
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8. Duty to Provide Information
The permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any
information which the Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for
modifying, revoking and reissuing, or terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this
permit. The permittee shall also furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority upon request, copies of
records required to be kept by this permit.
9. Duty to Reapply
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of
this permit, the permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.

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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 I43-215.6 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. AlI 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:
(I) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the
overall operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant
manager, operator of a well or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent
responsibility, or an individual or position having overall responsibility for environmental
matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named
individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall
make the following certification:
"I certify, under penalty of law; that this document and all attachments were prepared under
my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified
personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the
person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly responsible for gathering
the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief, true,
accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false
information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."

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12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for,cause. The filing of a request
by the permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a
notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition.
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and
modifying the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by
the laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and
123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Previous Permits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility,
whether for operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. 'The exclusive
authority to operate this facility arises under this permit. The authority to operate the facility
under previously issued permits bearing this number is no longer effective..] The conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions. of this permit authorizing discharge under the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the
facility by the Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such
operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the classification
assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The permittee
must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and any grade to comply
with theconditions 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.

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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 (imitations.
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 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.

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5. Upsets
a. Definition.
"Upset " means an exceptional incident in which there is unintentional and temporary
noncompliance with technology based permit effluent Iimitations 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 1I, 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 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.

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SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case
of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
fo]Iowing 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

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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 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 alI calibration and maintenance records and all original strip chart
recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by this permit,
for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application.
This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee
shall record the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. inspection and Entry
The permittee shall allow the Director; or an authorized representative (including an authorized
contractor acting as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other
documents as may be required by law, to;
a. Enter upon the permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions
of this permit; •
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control
equipment), practices, or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as
otherwise authorized by the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location.

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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.
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) (Sec 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 Iimitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.

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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 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.

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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 shaII 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 143-2I51(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 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/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;
(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 (1 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.

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
Decen"lber 7, 199.9
JOHN M. CAMERLENGO
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
1551 TRINITY LANE
HICKORY, NC 28602
NCDENR
NORTH CAR©UNA DEPARTMENT OF
ENV;RONM ENT AND NATURAL, RESOURCES
Subject: Renewal of NPDES Permit NC0D7t 47
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
CATAWBA County
Dear Permittee:
The subject permit expires on July 31, 2000, North Carolina Administrative Code 15A NCAC 2H.0105(e)
requires that an application for permit renewal be filed at least 180 days prtor to expiration of the current permit.
To satisfy this requirement. your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no later than
February 2, 20. Failure to request renewal of the permit by this date will result in a civil assessment of at least
$250.0O. Larger penalties may be assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request.
If any wastewater discharge will occur after July 31, 2000 (or if continuation of the permit is desired). the
current permit must be renewed. Operation of wastewater treatment works or continuation of discharge after
July 31, 2000 would violate North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and could result in assessment of civil
penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If all wastewater discharge has ceased at your facility and you wish to rescind this permit, contact Robert
Farmer of the Division's Compliance Enforcement Unit. at [phone], extension 531. You may also contact
the Mooresville Regional Office at [phone] to begin the rescission process.
Use the enclosed checklist to complete your renewal package. The checklist identifies the items you must
submit with the permit renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact rne,. My telephone
number, fax number and e-mail address are listed at the bottom of this page.
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
cc: Central Files
NPDES File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,, North Cat In 27699.1617 919 733-5083, extension 511 (fax) 919 733-0719
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NPDES Permit NC0071447
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
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 pne signed original and two copies.
❑ The completed application form (copy attached), signed by the permittee or an Authorized
Representative. Submit one signed original and two copies.
❑ 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.
❑ 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
February 2, 2000, submit the application package without the PPA. Submit the PPA as
soon as possible after February 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

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State of North Carolina
• :Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
John M. Camerlengo, Jr.
Diocese of Charlotte
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
July 24, 1995
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N.C. DEFT. OF
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
& NATURAL RESOURCES
JUL 27 1995
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Subject: NPDES PerrrutDIssuLan REGIONAL OFFICE
Permit No. NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County
Dear Mr. Camerlengo:
In accordance with the application for a discharge permit received January 9, 1995, the Division is
forwarding herewith the subject NPDES permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina
and the US Environmental Protection Agency dated December 6, 1983.
The Division has received and reviewed your request for modification or waiver of monitoring
requirements by letter dated June 9, 1995. In January of 1984, the Division enacted new minimum
monitoring requirements that apply statewide to all facilities. These new monitoring requirements have
been incorporated into permits as they became eligible for renewal or upon 60 days notice for those
facilities which have a questionable compliance status. The old monitoring frequency was insufficient to
allow the Division to accurately determine the compliance status of most facilities. In addition, the new
requirements have abolished many of the unnecessary influent and stream monitoring requirements. No
basis has been presented to justify a reduction in the minimum monitoring frequencies for the Catholic
Conference Center. Accordingly, the Division has decided not to waive or modify any of the monitoring
requirements of this permit.
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, Post Office Drawer 27447, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7447. Unless such demand is
made, this decision shall be final and binding.
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.
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Permit No. NC0071447
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 Mangement Commission,
and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Catholic Conference Center
on NCSR 1120
southwest of Hickory
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, and III hereof.
The permit shall become effective August 1, 1995
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2000
Signed this day July 24, 1995
Oe1 Signed By
David A. '119E iti§11
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Mangement Commission

Permit No. NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing O.020 MGD extended aeration package -type wastewater
treatment facility consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, secondary clarifier with sludge return
and effluent disinfection located at Catholic Conference Center, on NCSR 1120, southwest of
Hickory, Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit), and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to Camp Creek which is classified Class WS-III waters in the Catawba River
Basin.

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A. ( ).EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS SUMMER (April! - October 31.) Permit No, NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall •
serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Flow
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
Total Suspended Residue
NH3 as N
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Monthly Avg.
0.020 MGD
30.0 mg/I
30.0 mg/I
4,7 mg/I
200,0 /100 ml
()Ally Max
45.0 mg/I
45,0 mgfl
400,0 /100 ml
Vto_n1191111 g_
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Ersattency
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
2/Week
Weekly
Flestatesingp I
Umple
rain
Instantaneous
Grab.
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
E
I or 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.

A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS WINTER (November 1 - March 31) Permit No. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
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
Discharge limitations
Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg, Daily Max
0.020 MGD
30.0 mg/I
30.0 mg/I
17.0 mg/I
200.0 /100 ml
Monitoring
Measurement
Frequency
Weekly
45.0 mg/I Weekly
45.0 mg/I Weekly
Weekly
400.0 /100 m1 Weekly
2/Week
Weekly
Requirements
Sample
Type
Instantaneous
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
*Sample
Location
1 or E
E
E
E
E
E
* Sample Iocations: 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
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
SECTION A. DEFINITIONS
1. permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Environmental Management..
2. DEI'4 ix Division
Means the Division of Environmental Management, Department of Environment, Health and
Natural Resources.
3. E_. MC
Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Actor "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33
USC 1251, et. seq.
5. Mass/Dkv 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
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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.
g. A calendar quarter is defined as one of the following distinct periods: January through
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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
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c. Weighted by Flow Value: Weighted by flow value means the :summation of each
concentration times its respective flow divided by the summation of the respective flows.
10. Calendar Day
A calendar day is defined as the period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next
day. However, for purposes of this permit, any consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably
represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
11. Hazardous Substance
A hazardous substance means any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to
Section 311 of the Clean Water Act
12. ToSic 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 I violations are not to exceed $10,000 per violation,
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Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during
which the violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to
exceed $125,000.
2. Duty to Mitigate
The permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use
or disposal in violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting
human health or the environment.
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part. II, C-4) and "Power Failures"
(Part II, C-7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant. to NCGS 143-215.3,143-
215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the permittee is
responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills,, even though the responsibility for
effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve
the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the permittee is or may
be subject to under NCGS 143-215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321.
Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even
though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
5. property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal
property, or any exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any
invasion of personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. 5everability
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
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9. Duty to Reapply
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date
of this permit, the permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.
10. Expiration of Permit
The permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive
automatic authorization to discharge beyond the expiration date, the permittee shall submit such
information, forms, and fees as are required .by the agency authorized to issue permits no later
than 180 days prior to the expiration date. Any permittee that has not requested renewal at least
180 days prior to expiration, or any permittee that does not have a permit after the expiration
and has not requested renewal at least I80 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
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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 longer effective. ] The
conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing discharge under the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the
facility by the Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities.
Such operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the
classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission.
The permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and any
grade to comply with the conditions of Title 15A, 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
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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
(I) 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
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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 II, 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 utili7ed/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
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regulations governing the disposal of sewage sludge. Upon promulgation of 40 CFR Part 503,
any permit issued by the Permit Issuing Authority for the utilization/disposal of sludge may be
reopened and modified, or revoked and reissued, to incorporate applicable requirements at 40
CFR Part 503. The permittee shall comply with applicable 40 CFR Part 503 Standards for the
Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge (when promulgated) within the time provided in the
regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the requirement. The permittee
shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or disposal
practices.
7. Power Failures
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards as required by DEM
Regulation, Title 15A, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability,
to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power
failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of
inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in
this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month
and reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1,1.1, 2,
3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the
case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
following address:
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
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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 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 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
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8. Jnsp ction 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 REOUIREMENTS
1. Change in Discharge
A1I 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
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4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to the Director. The Director
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permittee and incorporate such
other requirements as may be necessary under the Clean Water Act.
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit.
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.
D. 2 of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of
sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using
test procedures specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the
DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The permittee shall report to the central office or the appropriate regional office any
noncompliance which may endanger health or the environment. Any information shall be
provided orally within 24 hours from the time the permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the
permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including
exact dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time
it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent
reoccurrence of the noncompliance.
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.

Pan II
Page 14 of 14
8. Othvr 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 Rem
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 Monitorin g
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";
(1) 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/l) 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";
(I) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 ug/1);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/1) for antimony;
(3) Ten (10) times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the
permit application.
D. Requirement to Continually,Evalte Alternatives to Wastewater Discharges
The permittee shall continually evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the
most environmentally sound alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the
facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms and conditions of the NPDES permit
or governing rules, regulations or laws, the permittee shall submit a report in such form and
detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within
sixty (60) days of notification by the Division.

PART IV
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE REQUIREMENTS
A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within 30
(thirty) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to
revoke the permit.

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Linda Diane Long, Regional Manager
Mr. John M. Camerlengo,
Diocese of Charlotte
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, North Carolina
DEHNR
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
July 28, 1995
Jr.
28602
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County, NC
Dear Mr. Camerlengo:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0071447 was
issued on July 24, 1995 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 4-5.
Pages 4-5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring
requirements for your discharge(s). Your discharge(s) 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 the
reporting forms furnished to you 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 all applicable parts be completed, and the
original and one copy be submitted as required.
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
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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 $10,000 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 Consent
Order 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 transferable. If you, as the
Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that
the Permit be rescinded.
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.
ncerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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MAY 24 1995
Permit No. NC0071447
DIVISION OF E[NVIROI[MENTAL MANAGEME€ T
FMOORESV[LLE REGIONAL OFFICE 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,
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center
on NCSR 1120
southwest of Hickory
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,
II, and III hereof.
The permit shall become effective
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2000
Signed this day
A. Presto
Division of
By Authority
P.E., Director
mental Management
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Permit No. NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.020 MGD extended aeration package -type wastewater
treatment facility consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, secondary clarifier with sludge return
and effluent disinfection located at Catholic Conference Center, on NCSR 1120, southwest of
Hickory, Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit), and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to Camp Creek which is classified Class WS-III waters in the Catawba River
Basin.

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A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS SUMMER (April 1 - October 3I)
Permit No.. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
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
Discharge Limitations
Monthly Avg.
0.020 MGD
30.0 mg/1
30.0 m g/1
4.7 mg/1
200.0 /100 mi
Weekly Avg. Daily Max
Monitoring
Measurement
Frequency
Weekly
45.0 mg/I Weekly
45.0 mg/I Weekly
Weekly
400.0 /100 ml Weekly
2/Week
Weekly
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Sample
Type
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Grab
Grab
Grab
*Sample
Location
1 or E
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* 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.

A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS WINTER (November 1 - March 31) Permit No. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
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
Discharae Limitations
Monthly Avg, Weekly Avg. Daily Max
0.020 MGD
30.0 mg/I
30.0 mg/I
17.0 mgli
200.0 /100 mi
* Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent
Monitoring
Measurement
Frequency
Weekly
45.0 mg/1 Weekly
45.0 mg/I Weekly
Weekly
400.0 /100 ml Weekly
2/Week
Weekly
Requirements
Sample
TYpe
Instantaneous
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
*Sample
Location
I or E
E
E
E
E
E
E
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.
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1994
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTE
September 23,1994
State of North Carolina
Dept. of EHNR
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Div. of Environmental � Mx•aui�eag�'.u<`�i'Zt
Re: NPDES Permit # NC0071447
ATTN : Mr. Richard Bridgeman
Dear Sir,
In the evaluation. report which we received earlier this
month, there was a recommendation that safety railings be
added. to the plant in the walkway areas. Please be advised
that the materials have been purchased and arrangements made
to have these railings installed. We anticipate this being
completed within the next thirty days.
I trust that you will find this schedule an acceptable
response t the concerns of the inspector. Please let me
know if there is anything further I should do.
Sincerely,
"aohn M. Camerlengo
Catholic Conference Center
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, NC 28602
Route 8, Box 1200, Hickory, North Carolina 28 2 • (704} 327-7441

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural R
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street Raleigh, North Carolina 276€ 4
James B. Hunt, Jr., Gov
John. M. Camerlengo
Route 8, Box tee-O
Hickory, NC 28602
Dear Mr. Camerlengo:
In accordance with your application for discharge permit received on February 12, 1992,
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 US Environmental Protection agency dated
December 6, 1983.
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
March 29, 1993
Subject: Permit No. NC0O71447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County
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 1508 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.
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. Charles Lowe at
telephone number 919I733-5083.
Sincerely,
Original Signed By
Coleen H. Sullins
A. Preston Howard, Jr.
Director
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.O, Bar 2 535, al ish, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
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Permit No. NC0071447
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT .
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE•TURAL DEPT. OF AA
ttuovxcs AND
NATIOJ IAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ,ELIMINATION SYS 011UNI"YDEVELOP
.MAR 3 1,1993
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In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, illlifitEVILII m l 1 lIK f�
other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at
Catholic Conference Center
on NCSR 1120
southwest of Hickory
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek in the Catawba River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in
Parts I, II, and 111 hereof.
This permit shall become effective May 1, 1993'
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 1995
Signed this day March 29, 1993
Original Signed By
Coleen H. Sullins
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing O.020 MGD extended aeration package -type wastewater
treatment facility consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, secondary clarifier with sludge return
and effluent disinfection located at Catholic Conference Center, on NCSR 1120, southwest of
Hickory, Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit), and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to Camp Creek which is classified Class WS-III waters in the Catawba River
Basin.

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A. ( ). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS SUMMER (April 1- October 31) Permit No. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristic.
Flow
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
Total Suspended Residue
NH3asN
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Discharge Limitation:
Monthly Avg Weekly Avg. pally Max
0.020MD
30.0 mg/I
30.0 mg/I
4.7 mg/I
200.0 /100 ml
* Sample locations: E - Effluent, I - Influent
Monitoring
Nep su rement
Freauencv
Weekly
45.0 mg/I 2/Month
45.0 mg/I 2/Month
Monthly
400.0 /100 ml 2/Month
Daily
Weekly
Reaulrementt
Sample
Tvne
Instantaneous
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
*Sample
Location
1 or E
E
E
E
E
E
E
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.

A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS WINTER (November 1 - March 31) Permit No. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristic.
Flow
BOD, 5 day, 20°C
Total Suspended Residue
NH3asN
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Discharge t.lmitailona
Monthly Avq Weekly Avq. Daily Max
0.020MCD
30.0 mg/I
30.0 mg/I
17.0 mg/1
200.0 /100 ml
Monitoring
Measurement
Frequency
Weekly
45.0 mg/I 2/Month
45.0 mglI 2/Month
Monthly
400.0 /100 MI 2/Month
Daily
Weekly
Requirements
Sample *Sample
Tvn_ Location
Instantaneous
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
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 2/month 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
I. Permit IssuinEApthority
The Director of the Division of Environmental Management.
2. DEM or Division
Means the Division of Environmental Management, Department of Environment, Health and
Natural Resources.
3. MC
Used herein means the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
4. Actor "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.

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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
Pan 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.
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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
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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
I. Duty to Complti
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
Iimitation 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,
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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. ]► to Mitigate
The permittee shall take all seasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use
or disposal in violation of this permit which has a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting
human health or the environment
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II, C-4) and "Power Failures"
(Part II, C-7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3,143-
215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the permittee is
responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for
effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve
the permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the perminee 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. 5everability
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
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9. Duty to Reapply
If the permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date
of this permit, the permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit.
10. Fxpirrpon 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 ranldng 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
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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 longer effective. ] The
conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions of this permit authorizing discharge under the
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govem 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
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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 perrnittee 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 11, 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
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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 II, 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
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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 ISA, North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H, .0124 Reliability,
to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power
failures either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of
inadequately treated effluent.
SECTION D. MONITORING AND RECORDS
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the
volume and nature of the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily
shall be taken on a day and time that is characteristic of the discharge over the entire period
which the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in
this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other
wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority.
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month
and reported on a monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (DEM No. MR 1,1.1, 2,
3) or alternative forms approved by the Director, DEM, postmarked no later than the 30th day
following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the
case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Duplicate signed copies of these, and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the
following address:
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
Afit.NTION: 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
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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 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 alI
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;
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8. Jnspection 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)~. 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 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
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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 pennittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using
test procedures specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or
disposal, approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this
monitoring shall be included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the
DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporsiing
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 no 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
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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 Subltances
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/1);
(2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ugh) 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/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 Iiter (500 ugh);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 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.

PART IV
ANNUAL ADMINISTERING AND COMPLIANCE MONITORING FEE REQUIREMENTS
A. The permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within 30
(thirty) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0105(b)(4) may cause this Division to initiate action to
revoke the permit.

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Mr. John
Catholic
Route 8,
Hickory,
Jonathan 8. Sores, Secretary
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
March 31, 1993
M. Camerlengo
Conference Center
Box 1120
North Carolina 28602
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County, NC
Dear Mr. Camerlengo:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0071447 was
issued on March 29, 1993 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 4-5.
Pages 4-5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring
requirements for your discharge(s). Your discharge(s) 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 the
reporting forms. furnished to you 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 all applicable parts be completed, and the
original and one copy be submitted as required.
The remaining Parts of the Permit set forth definitions,
general conditions and special conditions applicable to the
PA. Box 950, 919 North Main Sweet, MooresvfWe, N.C. 281154950 R Telephone [phone] • FAX [phone]
An Egca, Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

Vrohn
Camerlengo
Two
March 31, 1993
operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or discharge(s).
The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event
of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc.
Also addressed are requirements for a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator if you are operating wastewater treatment
facilities. Any changes in operation of wastewater treatment
facilities, quantity and type of wastewater being treated or
discharged, expansions and/or upgrading of wastewater treatment
facilities must be permitted or approved by this Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES
Permit subjects the Permittee to enforcement action pursuant to
Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A civil
penalty of up to $10,000 per violation plus 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 Consent Order 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 transferable. If you, as the
Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you should request that
the Permit be rescinded.
As mentioned previously,
advise you of the importance of
Permit and contact this Office
you have any questions or need
providing any assistance.
Enclosure
DRG:sl
the purpose of this letter is to
your NPDES Permit. Please read the
at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville if
clarification. We look forward to
Sincerely,
,A-kk
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor

To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Date: March 3, 1992
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Catawba
NPDES Permit No.: NC0071447
MRO No.: 92 - 37
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Catholic Conference Center
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
2. Date of Investigation: March 3, 1992
3. Report Prepared By: G. T. Chen
4. Person Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. John Camerlengo,
Operator in Responsible Charge; 704/327-7441
5. Directions to Site: From the junction of Highway 127 and
Greedy Highway (SR 1120) in southwestern Catawba County,
travel west on SR 1120 approximately 2.50 miles to the
junction with Trinity Lane on the right (north). Catholic
Conference Center is at the�end of this road on top of a
hill. 72 44: 4, 3 � 131.45
6. Discharge Point(s), List for -all discharge Points:
Latitude: 35° 38' 32"
Longitude: 81° 24' 46"
Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site
and discharge point on map.
USGS Quad No.: E 13 NW USGS Quad Name: Longview, NC
7. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): Ample
land area available for expansion/upgrading, if necessary.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Sloping
east toward receiving stream at the rate of 3-15%. The site
is not in a flood plain.
9. Location of Nearest Dwelling: Approximately 500 feet.

10. Receiving Stream or Affected Surface Waters: Unnamed
tributary to Camp Creek.
a. Classification: WS-III
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba and 03-08-35
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent
downstream uses: The receiving stream is about 8 to 10
feet wide with a sand/rock bottom. A significant flow
was observed at the time of the inspection. Water in
the creek was clean and clear. No known downstream
users.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. Type of Wastewater: 100% Domestic
0% Industrial
a. Volume of Wastewater: 0.020 MGD (Design Capacity)
b. Types and quantities of industrial wastewater: N/A
c. Prevalent toxic constituents in wastewater:
d. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
in development approved
should be required not needed
2. Production Rates (industrial discharges only) in pounds per
day: N/A
a. Highest month in past 12 months: lbs/day
b. Highest year in the past 5 years: lbs/day
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 facility is a 0.02 MGD extended aeration package
plant consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, secondary
clarifier with sludge return and effluent disinfection.
5. Sludge Handling and Disposal Scheme: Waste sludge is removed
and transported by Sanitary Septic Tank Service, Inc. to a
municipal wastewater treatment plant in Hickory for final
disposal.
6. Treatment Plant Classification (attach completed rating
sheet): Class II, see attached rating sheet.
7. SIC Code(s): 8661
Wastewater Code(s):
Primary: 11
Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 06007

PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grants
Funds (municipals only)? N/A
2. Special monitoring requests: N/A
3. Additional effluent limits requests: N/A
4. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous waste
utilized at this facility that may impact water quality, air
quality or groundwater? The existing wasteflow is entirely
domestic. No hazardous waste is utilized at this facility.
No adverse impact on air, groundwater and/or water quality
is anticipated from the subject discharge.
5. Other: N/A
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
On -site inspection indicated that the subject facility was
properly operated and maintained. Review of monthly self -monitoring
data from January through December, 1991 revealed no violations
of final effluent limits by the subject facility.
It is recommended that the Permit be renewed as requested by
the applicant.
�Qny'- r4eA L''tav 3 3 -92
Signature of Report Preparer Date
3- f 9
Water Qua ity Regional /upervisor Date

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Owner or Contact Person: Ht. N7i;lrq eerNleli-goyo
Mailin Address: £ w/ B, APAe /ZOO
County: ('a/Quwdci Telephone: (XV) 5,Z7 — 744/
NPDES Permit No. NCO() 7/4#7 Nondisc. Per. No.
IssueDate: /2. t9267 Expiration Date: Ddf. 9/, /49'9.. .
Existing Facility New Facility
Rated By: g. 7' -- Date: • 3-3- 9z
Reviewed (Train. & Cert.), Reg. Office
Reviewed (Train. & Cert.) Central Office
ORC 12,44 (.e arz 4 ?Gi Grade
Plant Class: (circle one) I II
III IV Total Points t5.
POINTS
Industrial Pretreatment Units and/or
Industrial Pretreatment Program
(see definition No. 33) 4
DESIGN FLOW OF PLANT IN GPD
(nol applicable to non -contaminated cooling waters, sludge
handling facilities for water purification plants, totally
closed cycle systems (def. No. 11), and facilities
consisting only of Item (4) (d) or Items (4) (d) and (11) (d))
0 -- 20,000
20,001 -- 50,000
50,001 — 100,000 3
100,001 -- 250,000 4
250,001 -- 500,000 5
500,001 --1,000,000 8
1,000,001 -- 2,000,000 10
2,000,001 (and up) - rate 1 point additional for each
200,000 gpd capacity up to a
maximum of 30
Design Flow (gpd) ..gd QDf7
PRELIMINARY UNITS (see definition no. 32)
(a) Bar Screens 1
or
(b) Mechanical Screens, Static Screens or
Comminuting Devices 2
(c) Grit Removal 1
or
(d) Mechanical or Aerated Grit Removal 2
(e) Flow Measuring Device 1
2
or
(f) Instrumented Flow Measurement 2
(g) Preaeralion 2
(h) Influent Flow•Equalization
(i) Grease or Oil Separators -
2
Gravity 2
Mechanical 3
Dissolved Air Flotation. 8
(1) Prechlorination 5
(4) PRIMARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Septic Tank (see definition no. 43) 2
(b) Imhoff Tank 5
(c) Primary Clarifiers 5
(d) Settling Ponds or Settling Tanks for Inorganic
Non -toxic Materials (sludge handling facilities
for water purification plants, sand, gravel,
stone, and other mining operations except
recreational activities such as gem or gold
mining) 2
(5) SECONDARY TREATMENT UNITS
(a) Carbonaceous Stage
(i)Aeration High Purity Oxygen System
Diffused Air System
Mechanical Air System (fixed,
floating or rotor) , 8
Separate Sludge Reaeralion 3
(ii) Trickling Filter
High Rale
Standard Rale
Packed Tower
(ill) Biological Aerated Filler or Aerated
Biological Filler 1 0
(iv) Aerated Lagoons 1 0
20
7
5
5
(v) Rotating Biological Contactors 10
(vi) Sand Filters -
intermittent biological 2
recirculating biological 3
(vii) Stabilization Lagoons
(viii)Clarifier
(ix) Single stage system for combined
carbonaceous removal of BOD and
nitrogenous removal by nitrilication
(see def. No. 12) (Points for this item
have 10 be in addition to items (5) (a)
(i) through (5) (a) (viii) . 8
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance BOD
removal 5
(xi) Biological Culture ('Super Bugs') addition
to enhance organic compound removal 5
(b) Nitrogenous Stage
(i) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System 20
Diffused Air System 10
Mechanical Air System (fixed,
floating, or rotor) 8
Separate Sludge Reaeration 3
(ii) Trickling Filler -
High Rale 7
Standard Rate 5
Packed Tower 5
(iii) Biological Aerated Filter or Aerated
Biological Filter 1 0
(iv) Rotating Biological Contactors 10
(v) Sand Filter -
intermittent biological 2
recirculating biological 3
(vi) Clarifier 5

(6) TERTIARY OR ADVANCED TREATMENT UNIT
(a) Activated Carbons Beds -
without carbon regeneration 5
with carbon regeneration 1 5
(b) Powdered or Granular Activated Carbon Feed -
wilhout carbon regeneration 5
with carbon regeneration 1 5
Air Stripping , ... 5
Denitrification Process (separate process) 10
Electrodialysis - 5
Foarn Separation 5
Ion Exchange 5
Land Application of Treated Etlluenl
(see definition no. 22b) (not applicable for
sand, gravel, stone and other similar mining
operations)
(i) on agriculturally managed sites (See def.
No. 4) 1 0
(ii) by high rale infiltration on non-agricullurally
•managed sites (includes rotary distributors
and similar fixed nozzle systems) 4
(iii) by subsurface disposal (includes low pressure
pipe systems and gravity systems except at
plants consisting of septic tank and nitrifica-
tion fines only) 4
(i) Microsaeens
(j) Phosphorus Remora! by Biological Processes
(See def. No. 26) 2 0
(k) Polishing Ponds - without aeration 2
with aeration 5
(I) Post Aeration - cascade .. 0
diffused or mechanical ... 5
(m) Reverse Osmosis 5
(n) Sand or Mixed -Media Filters - low rate 2
high rate 5
(o) Treatment processes for removal of metal or
cyanide 15
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(9)
(h)
(p)
Treatment processes for removal of toxic
materials other than metal or cyanide
t SLUDGE TREATMENT
(a) Sludge Digestion Tank - Heated 1 0
Aerobic 5
Unheated 3
(b) Sludge Stabilization (chemicat or thermal) 5
(c) Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity .. 2
Vacuum Assisted 5
(d) Sludge Elutriation 5
(e) Sludge Conditioner (chemical or thermal) 5
(i) Sludge Thickener (gravity) 5
(g) Dissolved Air Flotation Unit
(not applicable to a unit rates as (3) () 8
(h) Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage) 2
(i) Sludge Holding Tank - Aeraled 5
Non -aerated 2
(j) Sludge Incinerator - (not Including activated
carbon regeneration) 10
(k) Vacuum Filter, Centrifuge or Fitter Press or other
similar dewatering devices 1 0
SLUDGE DISPOSAL (including incinerated ash)
(a) Lagoons • 2
(b) Land Application (surface and subsurface)
_ (see definition 22a)
-where the facility holds the land app. nrmit 10
-by contracting to a land application operator who
holds the land application permil 2
-land application of sludge by a contractor who does
not hold the permit for the wastewater treatment
facility where the sludge is generated 10
(c) Landfilled (burial) 5
DISINFECTION
(a) Chlorination 5
(b) Dechlorinalion
(c) Ozone 5
(d) Radiation 5
(6)
(9)
5•
(10) CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM (S) (See definition No. 9)
(not applicable 10 chemical additions rated as item
(3) 0). (5) (a) (xi). (6) (a), (6) (b). (7) (b), (7) (e).
(9) (a), (9) (b), or (9) (c) 5 paints each: List:
5
5
5
5
MISCELLANEOUS UNiTS
(a) Holding Ponds, Holding Tanks or Settling Ponds
for Organic or Toxic Materials including wastes
from mining operations containing nitrogen andfor
phosphorous compounds in amounts significantly
greater than is common for domestic wastewater 4
(b) Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage
basins which are inherent in land application systems)2
(c) Stage Discharge (not applicable to storage basins
inherent in land application systems 5
(d) Pumps 3
(e) Stand -By Power Supply.. .
(f) Thermal Pollution Control Device' 3
TOTAL POINTS
CLASSIFICATION
Class L. 5 - 25 Points
Class II..... _ _.._ _...__ _ 26- 50 Points
Class 111 51- 65 Points
ClassIV .....................-„._.__......._ 66- Up Points
Facilities having a rating of one through four points. inclusive,
do not require a certified operator. Classification of all other
facilities requires a comparable grade operator in responsible
charge.
15 Facilities having an activated sludge process
a minimum classification of Class II.
will be assigned
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 will be assigned a minimum classification of Class
111.
In -plant processes and related control equipment which are an
integral part of industrial production shall not 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.
p,DDiT1ONAL COMMENTS;

ames G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
Mr. JOHN M. CAMERLENGO, JR.
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
ROUTE 8, BOX 1200
HICKORY, NORTH CAROLINA 28602
Dear Mr. CAMERLENGO, JR.:
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RESOURCES Ad:4'D
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FEB 1 8 1992
MISMMN OF FlIVIROOtti
State of North Carolina EORESVIIIE mum oar:
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental. Management
512 North. Salisbury Street . Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
George T. Everett,Ph.D.
Director
February 13, 1992
Subject: Application No. NC0071447
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CEN"1"ER
Retreat Center
Catawba County
The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials received on February 12, 1992. This application has been assigned the number
shown above. Please refer to this number when making inquiries on this project.
Your project has been assigned to Charles Lowe for a detailed engineering review. A technical
acknowledgement will be forthcoming. If this acknowledgement is not received within thirty (30)
days, please contact the engineer listed above.
Be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, trust provide recommendations from the
Regional Supervisor for this project prior to final action by the Division.
If you have any questions, please contact Charles Lowe at [phone].
Mooresville Regional Office
Sincer
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Lve
Dale Overcash, P.E.
Supervisor, NPDES Permits
Pollution Prevention Pays
P.Q. Box 2.9,5 5, Raleigh, Nt rtita Carolina 27626.0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
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CAROLINA DEPT. OF. NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMUNITY DEVELOPMNT
VIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
TIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
PLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORA G
To be filed only by services, wholesale and retail trade;
and other commercial establishWents including itai eels
FOR
AGENCY
USE
Do not attempt to complete this for without reading the accompanying ihitrucilons
Please print or type
1. Mime, address, and telephone our of ficillty Piddiicing diichiij&
A. Nave Catholic Conference Center
A. Street address NCSR 1120.
c. city Hickory
E. County Catawba
G. Telephone No. 704 327-7441
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3. Number of employees 20
4. Nature of business Conference and Retreat Center
5. (a) Check here if discharge occurs all year*, or
(b) Check the month(s) discharge occurs:
1. d January 1, t! February S. 0 Miicli 4.0 Apr11 9. c 1tay
Co June 7. D Juiy !l. n August 0.0 Sapte:bir 0.0 October
11. G November 12. D Decaelber
(c) How many days per week:
1.01 2.112-3 3.a1-5 4.j(6-7
6. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (ci+eck at bpileablej
Discharge
day
Flow, gallont p!r bperating day I Yore treated before
ditcharQirig (percent;
0.1-999
(1)
1000-4999
(2)
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(3)
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daily average
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D. Maximum per operat-
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discharge (all types)
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7. Ui any of the typed of iwet4 idantiiied in itral i, Either Wadi ei Yi4-
treated are .dtscherged to place! other thlii till -fed WWI; Check ideas
as applicable..
Waste water i$ discharged to:
A. Municipal sewer System
0.1-999
111
S0o0-9999
(3)
10,000-10.996 So,000 er ere
14) IS)
H. IhuI1. ,Irrnnrt well
E. Sepik tank
U. Evaporation lagoon or pond
1. Other, specify:
B. Number of separate discharge point$:
a. 1 P. 0 2-3 C.-5
D.0 6 or >.eri
9. Nam of receiving water or waters Un—named tributary to Camp Creek
.10. Does your di
one or more
Ictivitie$,
chromium, c
grease. Ind
a.)1(rit
scharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain
of the following substances 1d4>.i 1t 1 result of your operation!,
or processes amn
ia, cyMfdi a —1umin iI! beryllium, llerium,
mercu . Maid sitiniule, *LC, *multiili end
C y "sid11'1).
e.one from wastewater treatment plant
1 certify that 1 I. familiar with the informitioA contained $Ii the application end
that to the best of .y knori.dge and belief such information is true, to/plate. Ind
accurate.
John M. Camerlengo,Jr.
Printed Name of Person Signing
Director of Maintenance
Title
Date Application( n
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State of North Carolina
Depart + nt of Natural Resources. and Community Development
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
James G. Martin, Governor
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
Rev. John Dononghue
Catholic Conference Center
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, NC 28602
November 12, 1987
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Subject: Permit No.
Catholic Con
Catawba County
R. Paul Wilms
Director
nter
Dear Rev. Dononghue:
In accordance with your application for discharge permit received on
June 22, 1987, 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 US Environmental Protection Agency dated December 6, 1983.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements
contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you may request a waiver
or modification pursuant to Regulation 15 NCAC 2B .0508(b) by written
request to the Director identifying the specific issues to be contended.
Unless such request is made within 30 days following receipt of this permit,
this permit shall be final and binding. Should your request be denied, you
will have the right to request an adjudicatory hearing.
Please take notice that this permit is not transferable. Part II, 8.2.
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 oa
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.
Jule Shanklin, at telephone number 919/733-5083.
Sincerely,
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
ARTHUR MOUE E,RR°Y
FOR R. Paul Wilms
cc: Mr.. Jim. Patrick, EPA
Mooresville Regional Supervisor
P+aUsition &evcn
:ys
rth Carolina 275I1-7687 Telephone [phone]
An Equal opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

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Permit No. NC0071447
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,
DIOCESE OF CHARLOi11,
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center
NCSR 1120
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek 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 12, 1987
This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on
October 31, 1992
Signed this day of November 12, 1937
ORIGINAL SIGNED BY
ARTHUR MOUBERRY
FOR R. Paul Wilms, Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
Enter into a contract for construction of a wastewater treatment
facility;
2 Make an outlet into an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek;
After receiving an Authorization to Construct from the Division of
Environmental Management, construct and operate, a 0.020 MGD waste-
water treatment facility located at the Catholic Conference Center
on NCSR 1120 in Catawba County (See Part ITT of this Perrnit); and
4. Discharge from said treatment works into an unnamed tributary to
Camp Creek which is classified Class "WS-III" waters in the
Catawba River Basin

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A. (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Final -
During the period beginning on the effective date of the Permitand lasting until expiration,
ttheuch discharges
is authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial numbers) 001.
shall be limited and monitored by the perrtttee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics
Discharge Limitations Monitoring Requirements
g/day (1bs/4) Other -Units (Specify) Measurement S le * Ste�le_
Monthly Avg. Weekly Avg. Monthly Q. 61 Avg, requenc LocaatTi
Flow
BCD, 5Day , ..20 ° C -
Total Suspended Residue
NH3 as N
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Residual Chlorine
Temperature
* Sample locations: E = Effluent, I = Influent.
0: 020 MGD
30;0 mg/1-
30.0 mg/1
1000.0/100 ml.
Weekly Instantaneous I or E
45.0 mg/1 - 2/Month - Grab" - E
45.0 mg/1 2/Month Grab E
Monthly Grab E
2000.0/100 ml. 2/Month Grab E
Daily Grab E
Weekly Grab E
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c� se �r a
The pH shall not be less than 6.o standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and
shallbe monitored 2/Month at the effluent by grab sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam to other than trace amounts.

Part I
Permit No. NC
B. SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE
1. The permittee shall achieve compliance with the effluent
limitations specified for discharges in accordance with the
folllowing schedule:
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NOT APPLICABLE
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.
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C. MONITORING AND REPORTING
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.
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
ATTN: Central Files
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
3. Definitions
a. Act or "the Act": The Federal Water Pollution Control
Act, also know as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C.
1251, et. seq.
b. The monthly average, other than for fecal coliform
bacteria, is the arithmetic mean of all the samples
collected in one calendar month. The monthly average for
fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of samples
collected in one calendar month.
c. The weekly average, other than for fecal coliform
bacteria, is the arithmetic mean of all the samples
collected during one calendar week (Sun -Sat). The weekly
average for fecal coliform bacteria is the geometric mean of
all samples collected in one calendar week (Sun -Sat).
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d. DEM or Division: means the Division of Environmental
Management, Department of Natural Resources and Community
Development.
e. EMC: used herein means the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission.
f. 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.
g. Arithmetic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of
values is the summation of the individual values divided by
the number of individual values.
h. 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).
i. 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 ex( —at where the detention time of the wastewater in
the facili?y 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.
j. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual samples
collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes;
the grab sample can be taken manually.
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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.
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 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.
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. This period 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.
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PART II GENERAL CONDITIONS
A. MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized
the terms and conditions
any pollutant identified in
or at a level in excess of
herein shall be consistent with
of this permit. The discharge of
this permit more frequently than
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. Noncompliance Notification
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 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.
d. Any time that self --monitoring information indicates
that the facility has gone out of compliance with its
NPDES permit limitations.
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Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also
file a written report in letter form within 15 days
following first knowledge of the occurrence.
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 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.
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 diversion from or
bypass of facilities.
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6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash,
removed in the course of treatment or
shall be disposed of in accordance
in a manner such as to prevent
materials from entering waters of
waters of the United States.
7. Power Failures
or other pollutants
control of wastewaters
with NCGS 143-215.1 and
any pollutant from such
the State or navigable
The permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate
safeguards 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.
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.
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 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.
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2. 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.
3. 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.
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; or
c. A change in any condition that requires either a
temporary or permanent reduction or elimination of the
authorized discharge.
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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, 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.
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
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
vroperty or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
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9. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any
provision of this permit to any circumstance is held
invalid, the application of such provision to other
circumstances, and the remainder of this permit shall not be
affected thereby.
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 NCGS 143-215.6, and 33
USC 1251 et seq.
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PART III 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 Specifications 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 classification 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 be required to determine the compliance of
this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater
standards.
E. Limitations Reopener
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.
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Part III CONTINUED
P. 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.
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Permit No. NC0071447
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
N. C. DEPT. Or NATURAL
PERMIT RESOURCES AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEIVMa 9 1992
MO
BF iSVILI.E ali�i6f0liAt OFFICE
�ka
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,
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at.
Catholic Conference Center
on NCSR 1120
southwest of Hickory
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek 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 July 31, 1995
Signed this day
A. Preston Howard, Jr., Acting Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.020 MGD extended aeration package -type wastewater
treatment facility consisting of a bar screen, aeration basin, secondary clarifier with sludge return
and effluent disinfection located at Catholic Conference Center, on NCSR 1120, southwest of
Hickory, Catawba County, (See Part III of this Permit), and
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into an
unnamed tributary to Camp Creek which is classified Class WS-III waters in the Catawba River
Basin.

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A. ( ). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS SUMMER (April 1- October 31) Permit No. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristic. Discharge Limitation'
Monthly Avg Weekly Avg. Daily Max
Flow - 0.020 MCA
BOD, 5 day, 20°C 30.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/I
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/I • 45.0 mg/I
NH3asN 4.7 mg/I
Fecal Coilform (geometric mean) 200.0 /100 ml
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Monitorinn
Measurement
Freauency
Weekly
2/Month
2/Month
Monthly
400.0 /100 ml 2/Month
Daily
Weekly
Renuiremente
Sample
Tyne
Instantaneous
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
"SamDIQ
LocatIop
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 2/month at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

A. (). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS WINTER (November 1- March 31) Permit No. NC0071447
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall
serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristic- Discharge 1.Imitatlont
Monthly Avg
Flow 0.020 MGD
BOD, 5 day, 20°C 30.0 mg/I
Total Suspended Residue 30.0 mg/I
NH3asN 17.0 mg/I
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) 200.0 /100 ml
Total Residual Chlorine
Temperature
Weekly Avg. Dells Max
Monitoring
Measurement
Freauency
Weekly
' 45.0 mg/I 2/Month
45.0 mg/I 2/Month
Monthly
400.0 /100 ml 2/Month
Daily
Weekly
Requirements
Sample *Sample
Tvae , Location
Instantaneous
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
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 2/month at the effluent by grab
sample.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

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Part III Permit No. NC0071447
D. ENGINEERING ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS CONDITION
The permittee shall continuously 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.

NPDS WA
PERMIT NO.: NC007 447
PERMI1TEE NAME: Diocese of Charlotte
FACILITY NAME: Catholic Conference Center
Facility Status: Existing
Pemlit Status: Renewal
Major Minor
Pipe No.:
Design Capacity: 0.020 M 1D
Domestic (% of Flow): 1(X) %
Industrial (% of Flow): 0 %
Comments:
RECEIVING STREAM: an winamed tributary to Camp Creek
Class: WS-III
Sub -Basin: 03-08-35
Reference USGS Quad: E 13 NI'
County: Catawba
Regional Office: Mooresville Regional Office
Previous Exp. Date: 10/31/92 Treatment Plant Class: 11
Classification changes within three miles:
No class change
Requested by:
Prepared by:
Reviewed
Charles M. Lowe
(please attach)
Date: 92
Date:
Date:
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OAD ALLOCATION
Modeler
Date Rec.
Drainage Area (mi2 O. 57
7Q10 (cfs) 4/- dZ Winter 7Q1
Avg. Stream (cfs):
cfs) O3 30Q2 (cfs) 0.3
Toxicity Limits: [WC Acute/Chronic
instrearn Monitoring:
Parameters
Upstream Location
,Downstieani Location
Effluent
Characteristics
BOD5
N.
3-N mg/1)
Summer
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Comments:

Facility Name:
NPDES No.:
Type of Waste:
Facility Status:
Permit Status:
Receiving Stream:
Stream Classification:
Subbasin:
County:
Regional Office:
Requestor:
Date of Request:
Topo Quad:
FACT SHEET FOR WAS7.'ELOAD ALLOCATION
Catholic Conference Center
NC0071447
Domestic - 100%
Existing
Renewal
UT Camp Creek
WSIII
030835
Catawba
Mooresville
Lowe
3/19/92
E13NW
Request #
6829
N. C. DEPT. OF NATORM
RESOURCES AND
COMMUNITY fEYELOPMLENT
APR 2 4 1992
CM Bib FZMKEZVT,t►ith+�?�Pfi�f'f
Stream CharINIR
USGS #
Date:
Drainage Area (mi2):
Summer 7Q10 (cfs):
Winter 7Q10 (cfs):
Average Flow (cfs):
30Q2 (cfs):
IWC (%):
0214305215
7/87
0.51
0.1- 0.2
0.3
0.7
0.3
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Wasteload Allocation Summary
(approach taken, correspondence with region, EPA, etc.)
Facility requesting renewal of NPDES permit. Tech Support recommends facility be given NH3
Choice Option of existing limits with toxicity test or summer/winter NH3 limits.
Special Schedule Requirements and additional comments from Reviewers:
Recommended by:
Reviewed by
C/
In stream Assessment:
Regional Supervisor:,?
Permits & Engineering:
C.cr.bh--
Date: 4/14/92
Date: c20l`9a,
Date:
Date:
Date:
MAY 2 0 1992
RETURN TO TECHNICAL SERVICES BY:

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Exiting Limits:
Wasteflow (MGD):
BOD5 (mg/1):
NH3N (mg/1):
DO (mg/1):
TSS (mg/I):
Fecal Col. (/100.m1):
pH (SU):
Residual Chlorine (µg/1):
Oil & Grease (mg/1):
TP (mg/1):
TN (mg/1):
Recommended Limits:
CONVENTIONAL PARAMETERS
Monthly Average
Summer Winter
0.020
30
monitor
nr
30
1000
6-9
Monthly Average with
Toxicity Test
Summer Winter
Wasteflow (MGD): 0.020
BOD5 (mg/1): 30
NH3N (mg/1): monitor
DO (mg/1): nr
TSS (mg/I): 30
Fecal Col. (/100 ml): 200
pH (SU): 6-9
Residual Chlorine (p.g/1):
Oil & Grease (mg/1):
TP (mg/1):
TN (mg/1):
Toxicity test (P/F): Chronic @ 17%
Limits Changes Due To:
Change in 7Q10 data
Change in stream classification
Relocation of discharge
Change in wasteflow
Other (onsite toxicity study, interaction, etc.)
Instream data
New regulations/standards/procedures
New facility information
aug -N (4. r/i r)
Monthly Average with
Ammonia Limit
Summer Winter
0.020 0.020
30
4.7
nr
30
200
6-9
30
17
nr
30
200
6-9
Parameter(s) Affected
Fecal coliform, NH3
WQ or EL
`X_ Parameter(s) are water quality limited. For some parameters, the available load capacity of
the immediate receiving water will be consumed. This may affect future water quality based
effluent limitations for additional dischargers within this portion of the watershed.
OR
No parametersarewater quality limited, but this discharge may affect future allocations.

3
INSTREAM MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Upstream Location:
Downstream Location:
Parameters:
Special instream monitoring locations or monitoring frequencies:
MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION & SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Adequacy of Existing Treatment
Has the facility demonstrated the ability to meet the proposed new limits with existing treatment
facilities? Yes V No
If no, which parameters cannot be met?
Would a "phasing in" of the new limits be appropriate? Yes No
If yes, please provide a schedule (and basis for that schedule) with the regional
office recommendations:
If no, why not?
Special Instructions or Conditions
Wasteload sent to EPA? (Major) N (Y or N)
(If yes, then attach schematic, toxics spreadsheet, copy of model, or, if not modeled, then old
assumptions that were made, and description of how it fits into basinwide plan)
Additional Information attached? (Y or N) If yes, explain with attachments.

Date: August 7, 1987
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Catawba
NPDES Permit No. NC 0071447
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: Catholic Conference Center
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
2. Date of Investigation: August 6, 1987
3. Report Prepared By: Michael L. Parker, Environmentali'ZO
Engineer I
4. Person Contacted: Mr. Carroll Williams, Engineer;
telephone number [phone]
5. Directions to Site: From the junction of Highway 127 and
S. R. 1120 (Greedy Road) in southwestern Catawba County,
travel west on S. R. 1120 approximately 2.7 miles and turn
right onto paved access road (note entrance signs). The
wastewater treatment plant site will be on the right side
of this access road after traveling approximately 200
yards.
6. Discharge Point - Latitude: 35° 38' 32"
Longitude: 81° 24' 46"
Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site
and discharge point on map.
7. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): There
is ample area available for construction of wastewater
treatment facility.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Hilly,
3-15% slopes. Proposed wastewater treatment plant site
does not appear to be in a flood plain area.
9. Location of Nearest Dwelling: There is one existing
dwelling located approximately 150 yards from the proposed
site.
10. Receiving Stream or Affected Surface Waters: Unnamed
Tributary to Camp Creek
a. Classification: WS-III
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Catawba 030835

Page Two
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent
downstream uses: Flow was observed in receiving
stream although little if any rainfall had occurred in
area in recent weeks. No other discharges are known
in this area.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. Type of Wastewater: 50% Domestic
50% Commercial
a. Volume of Wastewater: 0.020 MGD
b. Types and quantities of commercial wastewater:
Approximately 0.010 MGD of restaurant wastewater will
be generated at this facility.
c. Prevalent toxic constituents in wastewater: N/A
d. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A
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 proposed wastewater treatment facility is a package
type extended aeration wastewater treatment plant followed
by disinfection.
5. Sludge Handling and Disposal Scheme: A sludge handling and
disposal scheme has not been developed at this time.
Applicant should provide this information prior to issuance
of an Authorization to Construct.
6. Treatment Plant Classification: Unknown at this time.
7. SIC Code(s): 7011 5812
Wastewater Code(s): 13 10
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 Catholic Church proposes to construct a wastewater
treatment plant to serve a Catholic Conference Center in

Page Three
southwestern Catawba County. The site is a 180 acre tract
which, because of poor soil conditions, cannot utilize a
non -discharge wastewater treatment alternative. The Center
shall include a dining area (250 seats), overnight
accommodations (50 rooms -motel style), an administration section
and two (2) public rest rooms. Total projected wastewater flow
is approximately 0.020 MGD. The Conference Center was already
under construction at the time of the site inspection.
Based on the classification of the proposed receiving
stream, the proposed facilities should incorporate additional
design features as required for discharges into WS-III waters
(standby power, etc.).
At this writing, a waste load allocation has not as yet
been received in the Mooresville Regional Office for approval.
Pending receipt of a waste load allocation, it is possible that
the proposed facilities may not be adequate in order to
consistently comply with the yet -to -be promulgated limitations.
Pending receipt and approval of a waste load allocation, it
is recommended that the request for an NPDES Permit be approved.
a.. -de,
Signature of Report Preparer
Water Q .alit
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Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611
Szb,ject: NPDES Permit Application
NPDES Permit No. NCO
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Dear
This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents on
Application Form,
Engineering Proposal (for proposed control facilities)
Request for permit renewal,
Application Processing Fee of��a
Other1;,..<..,,
The items checked below are needed before review can begin:
Application fora (Copy enclosed),
Engineering Praposa TSee Attachment),
Application Processing Fee of $
Other
If the appli.ca`tion Is not made complete within th
be returned to you. and may be resubm.
y
ted when complete.
This application has been assigned to
(919/733-5083) of our Permits Unit for review.
You
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 O'fi.ce
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:
Pol
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Supervisor, Permits and Engineering
Pays
P.0. Box 27687, Rakigh, North Carlin 27611.7687 Telephone 919.733
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action. Employ

NORTH CAROLINA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
P.O. BOX 27687, RALEIGH, NC 27611
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM D FOR
AGENCY
USE
To be filed only by services, wholesale and retail trade,
and other commercial establishments including vessels
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 Catholic Conference Canter
B. Street address 19t . 8 Box 1200
2. SIC
C. City Hickory
E. County Catawba
G. Telephone No. 704 - 327-2341
Area
Code
(Leave blank)
3. Number of employees
4. Nature of business
APPLICATION NUMBER
MI dO1OI7I I I 1
DATE RECEIVED
?l7 I O l(' lot I.01-
YEAR MO.
DAY
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0, State North Carolina
F, ZIP 28602
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C }{uRCR Rs-ME-A.i E GomrERE e.E.
5. (a) Check here if discharge occurs all yearLh', or
(b) Check the month(s) discharge occurs:
1. ❑January 2. ❑February 3. ❑March 4. ❑ Apri l
6.0June 7.0July 8. ❑August 9.❑ September
11. 0 November 12.0 December
(c) How mane days per week:
1.01 2.02-3 3.04-5 4.T4(6-7
5.0Hay
10. ❑ October
6. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (check as applicable)
i; op 1,/ D
JUN 22 1987
PERMITS & ENGINEERING
C ENTER
Discharge per
operating day
Flow, gallons per operating day
Volume treated before
discharging (percent)
0.1-999
(1)
1000-4999
(2)
5000-9999
(3)
10,000-
49,999
(4)
50,000
or more
(5)
None
(6)
0.1-
29.9
(7)
30-
64.9
(8)
65-
94.9
(9)
95-
100
(10)
A. Sanitary, daily
average
B. Cooling water, etc.,
daily average
C. Other discharge(s),
daily average;
Specify
D. Maximum per operat-
ing day for combined
discharge (all types)
• -
PREVIOUS ELDITIGr1 MA n4 U'.1 r

/. 1f 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.
Waste water is discharged to:
4 / A
AVERAGE FLOW, GALLONS PER OPERATING DAY
0.1-999
(1)
1000-4999
(2) •
5000-9999
(3)
10,000-49,999
(4)
50,000 or more
(5)
A. Municipal sewer system
S. Underground well
C. Septic tank
U. Evaporation lagoon or pond
E. other, specify:
8. Numher of separate discharge points:
A. 5/1 B. ❑ 2-3 C. ❑ 4-5 U. IJ b or more
9. ,Name of receiving water or waters TRg lauTARY Te AMP C R,EEN%
10. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to contain
one or more of the following substances added as a result of your operations,
activities, or processes: ammonia,,cyanide, aluminum, beryllium, cadmium,
chromium, copper, lead, mercury, nickel, selenium, zinc, phenols, oil and
grease, and chlorine/ (residual).
A.❑Yes 0.I�1no
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.
Most Rev. John F. Donoghue
Printed Name of Person Signing
Bishop
Title
Application Sign
Si,y'ture or A?` icant
)rth Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes
ay false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan,
r other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
nvironmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with,
r knowly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be
,erated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission
nplementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed
L0,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides
punishment by a Fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both,
)r a similar offense.)

PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REPORT
FOR
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
CATAWBA COUNTY
Description of Project: The Catholic Diocese of Charlotte has
acquired 180 acres more or less i.n the southern area of Catawba
County to provide facilities for a conference center and as a
retreat area. The development is expected to be phased over the
next several years.
The first phase of the center is planned for an assembly area,
rooming facilities, dining facilities and the administrative
offices. Future development is expected to be less physical and
oriented to the environment and natural setting.
Poor soil conditions in this area of Catawba county indicate that
subsurface disposal is not the most practical means of disposing
treated wastewater from the proposed rather concentrated use
facility. Still another factor to consider is that the land is
heavily wooded and clearing for subsurface applications would
destroy the natural structure of the soil, rendering it as unsuitable.
The apparent solution to the problem is surface discharge - treating
the wastewater effectively and discharging the effuents to a nearby
stream. The stream is shown on the "Longview" quad sheet as Camp
Creek and using the North Carolina grid, the coordinates are
696,900N 1,282,950E.
Preliminary Design Considerations - Daily Demand
Administrative Section, 1 Restroom' @250 GPO 250
Dining Area, 250 seats @ 40 GPO 10,000
2 "Public" Restrooms with 6 WC ea. @250 GPO 3,000
50 Rooms [Motel -Style) @120 GPO 6,000
TOTAL 19,250 GPD
ROUND OFF, USE 20,000 GPD
Type of Treatment and Description The proposed wastewater treatment
facility is a "Package Plant" extended aeration. The Facility will
include an aeration chamber, clarification, sludge digestor-holding,'
and post chlorination.
Using the design capacity of 20,000 GPD, the minimum component volumes
are -
Aeration 20,000 Gals. 2674 CF
Clarifier 3,340 Gals. 447 CF
Sludge Holding (Aerated 3,740 Gals. 500 CF
Chlorination 423 Gals. 57 CF

Water Potable water- is t❑ be provided by a well water system.
Exhibits Exhibit 1.0 shows the location of the proposed discharge
point on an excerpt from the USGS Quad Sheet - Longview.
Exhibit 2.0 shows the project on a portion of Catawba
County Topographic Maps,
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January 22, 1992
REV. JOHN DONONGHUE
CATHOLIC CONFERENCE CENTER
ROUTE 8, BOK 1200
HICKORY, NC 28602
Subject: NPDES PERMIT NO. NC0071447
CATAWBA COUNTY
Dear Permittee:
The subject permit issued on 11/12/87 expires on 10/31/92. North Carolina
General Statute (NCGS) 143-215.1(c) requires that an application for permit renewal
be filed at least 180 days prior to the expiration date. As of the date of this
letter, the Division of Environmental Management had not received an application for
renewal.
If operation of a discharge or waste treatment facility is to occur after the
permit's expiration date, or if continuation of the permit is desired, it must not be
allowed to expire. A renewal request must be submitted no later than 180 days prior
to the permit's expiration date. Operation of the waste treatment works or
continuation of a discharge after the expiration date would constitute a violation of
NCGS 143-215.1 and could result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $10,000 per
day. If continuation of the permit is desired, failure to request renewal at least
180 days prior to expiration will result in a civil assessment of at least $300.00;
larger penalties may be assessed depending upon the delinquency of the request.
A renewal application shall consist of a letter requesting permit renewal along
with the appropriate completed and signed application form (copy attached), submitted
in triplicate, referenced in Title 15 of the North Carolina Administrative Code (15
NCAC) Subchapter 2H .0105(a). Primary industries listed in Appendix A of Title 40 of
the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 122 shall also submit a priority pollutant
analysis in accordance with Part 122.21. A processing fee must be submitted with the
application. In addition to penalties referenced above, a permit renewal request
received after the expiration date will be considered as a new application and will
require the higher application fee.

Attached, is a copy of the fee schedule from 15 NCAC 2B.0105(b). The application
processing fee is based on the design or permitted flow, whichever is appropriate,
listed in the first five categories of facilities. Presently, no facility is allowed
to submit a fee, for the general permits listed in the schedule since the Environmental
Protection Agency has, not approved the State of North Carolina's general permit. If
the facility covered by this permit contains some type of treatment works, a narrative,
description of the sludge anagement plan must be submitted with the application for
renewal,
The Environmental Management Commission adopted revisedrules on October 1, 1990
(attached), requiring the payment of an annual fee for most permitted facilities. You
will be billed separately for that fee (if applicable), after your permit is approved,
The latter requesting renewal, the completed Permit application, and appropriate
fee should be sent to:
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
The check should be made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources which may be abbreviated as DEHNR.
If there are questions, or a need for additional information regarding the permit
renewal procedure, please contact me at telephone number [phone].
CC:
Permits and Englneering UnUnit
Central Files
Sincerely,
Dale Over. P.E.
Supervisor, NPDES Permits Group

PERMIT NO.:
COO
FACILITY NAME:
Facility Status:
Lci cos ono)
Permit Status RENEWAL
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Miler Minor
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Pips No: 001
1
Dsslgn Capacity (MGD):
Domestic
Industrial
Comments: ..
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l00
NPDES WASTE IAD ALL©CATION
(1 of Flow):
(% of Flow):
RECEIVING STREAM:
Class:
Sub -Basin
Reference USGS Quad:
County:
Regional Office: As Fa ( Ra Wa
irarsir ono)'
Requested By:
Prepared By:
Reviewed
Date:
Date:
Date:
Drainage Area (mi')
7Q10 (cfs) 1*/3 Winter 7Q10 (cfs) 30Q2 (cfs) OJ
Toxicity Limits: IWC % (circle on.) Acute / Chronic
Instrsam Monitoring:
Parameters
Upstream Location
Downstream Location
Effluent
Characteristics
BOD5 (mg/1)
N3 N (nrg/1)
.0. (mg/1)
SS (mg/0
Comments:
Avg. Streamflow (cfs):. 4, 7
Summer
30
Air

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Permit Number NO00714e7 '
acilitV Name CATHCL%� CONFERENCE C'NTEA
.ype of Wast DOMESTIC
pROPOSED
Peceiving Stream UT CAMP (:P):.,"EK
Stream Clwes W S I J.' .1
Subhasin 030 B35
CpunxU CATA (sq mJ.) 0.51
AeQinnal Off:LcMAO Average Flow (c0,7
Requestor, SHANKCIN 7Q10 (cfs0. J.5
Date of Aequest 6/24/87 7Q10 (cfsV.@
QLIaCI 1. S N W 8O(A2 0.3
RECOMMENDED LIMITS
Wasi,eflou (mgd)0.020
5-DaV BOD (mQ/l)410
Ammonia Nitrogen (mg/1)NA
Dissolveci Oxygen (mQ/l)NP
TSS (mq/l)30
Fecal Coliform (#/100ml)1000
pH <SU>6-9
Upstream (Y/N)N
Downstream (Y/N)N
Location�
Locatj.on�
M0NJ.TCl)P%MG
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Pecommended bV
Reviewed by:
Tmoh. �upport Superviyor
Qegi�nal Supervisor
Permits & EnQineering
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Permit No. NC0071447
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,
DIOCESE OF' CHARLOTTE
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Catholic Conference Center.
NCSR- 1120
Catawba County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek 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 of
DRAFT
R. Paul Wilms, Director
Division of Environmental Management
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit No. NC0071447
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Diocese of Charlotte
is hereby authorized to:
1. Enter into a contract for construction of a wastewater treatment
facility;
2. Make an outlet into an unnamed tributary to Camp Creek;
3. After receiving an Authorization to Construct from the Division of
Environmental Management, construct and operate a 0.020 MUD waste-
water treatment facility located at the Catholic Conference Center
on NCSR 1120 in Catawba County (See Part III of this Permit); and
4. Discharge from said treatment works into an unnamed tributary to
Camp. Creek which is classified Class "WS-III" waters in the
Catawba River Basin

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A. (1). EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS Final •
During the period beginning on the effective date of the Permi land lasting until expiration,
the permittee 1s authorized to discharge from outfall(s) serial number(s) 001.
Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the perrittee as specified below:
Effluent Characteristics
Discharge Limitations Monitoring Requirements
Kq(daur (lbs/da )
Monthly Avq. weekly Avg.
Flow
BOD, 5Day, 20°C
Total Suspended Residue
NH3 as N
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
Residual Chlorine
Temperature
* Sample locations: E = Effluent, I = Influent.
Other•Units (Specify)
Month iy Avg. weeK iy Avg._
0:020 MGD
30.0 mg/1
30.0 mg/l
1000.0/100 ml.
45.0 mg/1
45.0 mg/1
2000.0/100 ml.
Measurement _S� 1e *Sa�all_
Frequency TS!je Location
Weekly
2/Month
2/Month
Monthly
2/Month
Daily
Weekly
Instantaneous
Grab
Crab
Grab
Grab
Grab
Grab
The pH shall not be less than 6.o 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.
I or E
E
E
E
E
E
E

State of North Carolina
Department of Natural Resources and Community Development
Mooresville Regional Office
James G. Martin, Governor
S. Thomas Rhodes, Secretary
Albert F. Hilton, Regional Manager
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
November 24, 1987
Reverend John Dononghue
Catholic Conference Center
Route 8, Box 1200
Hickory, North Carolina 28602
Subject: NPDES Permit No. NC 0071447
Catholic Conference Center
Catawba County, NC
Dear Reverend Dononghue:
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC 0071447 was
issued on November 12, 1987 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 M3.
Page M3 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 the DMR forms furnished to
you by this Agency. If you have not received these forms, they
should be arriving shortly. If you fail to receive the form,
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 all applicable parts be completed, otherwise the
forms may be returned to you as incomplete. Failure to properly
complete the forms may also result in an automatic $300.00 fine.
The remaining Parts of the Permit (Parts II and III) set
forth definitions, general conditions and special conditions
applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities
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Reverend John Dononghue
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November 24, 1987
and/or discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting
requirements in the event of noncompliance, bypasses, treatment
unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are requirements for
a certified wastewater treatment plant operator if you are
operating wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in
operation of wastewater treatment facilities, quantity and type
of wastewater being treated or discharged, expansions and/or
upgrading of wastewater treatment facilities must be permitted or
approved by this Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES
Permit subjects the Permittee to enforcement action pursuant to
Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General Statutes. A
civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day per violation plus
criminal penalties may be assessed for such violations.
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 M-1 or 1-1
of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not
transferable. If you, as the Permittee, cease to need this
Permit, through cessation of the discharge, then you should
request that the Permit be rescinded.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this letter is to
advise you of the importance of your NPDES Permit. Please read
the Permit and contact this Office at 704/663-1699 in Mooresville
if you have any questions or need clarification. We look forward
to providing any assistance.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Enclosure
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