NC0080381_Regional Office Historical File Pre 2018 (2)

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ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
NoRTH,CAROLI NA
F1nv�ir tht IQui lirj °
10/29/2019
Russell G. Colbath, Director
City of Monroe
PO Box 69
Monroe, NC 28111
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0080381
John Glenn WTP
Grade I Physical Chemical WPCS
Union County
Dear Mr. Colbath:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. This permit
renewal is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated
October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
This final permit includes no significant changes from the draft permit previously sent to you on July l0 ,
2019.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this
letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina
General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require
modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements to
obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Sydney Carpenter at [phone] or via e-
mail at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
—Docusigned by:
•-8328B44CE9EB4A1...
Linda Culpepper
Director, Division of Water Resources
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-707-3712

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cc.: Central Fifes
NPDES Files
Mooresville Regional Office
Aquatic Toxicology Unit

—DocuSign Envelope ID: 98C8235F-036B-42A5-A61B-E57FEBB2231B
NPDES Permit NC0080381
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
(NPDES)
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 City of Monroe
is hereby authorized to discharge treated wastewater from a facility located at the
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
2119 Old Camden Road
Monroe
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Stewarts Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River, 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 December 1, 2019.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2024.
Signed this day 10/29/2019
—DocuSigned by:
8328844CE9EB4A1...
Linda Culpepper, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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NPDES Permit NC00803 1
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Per rrri is issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued perrnit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
peirnit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The City of Monroe
is hereby authorized to:
Continue to operate a conveart"i,al water treatment plant with a discharge of wastewaters from
filter backwash and .sedimentation basins to wastewater lagoons. This water treatment plant
currently has a design potable flowrate of 11.2 MGD and a maximum monthly average wastewater
discharge of approximately 0.9306 MGD. This facility is located at .2119' Old Camden Road,
Monroe in Union County. Wastewater, treatment includes the following components:.
• Sludge storage lagoon
• Clarifier
• Dechlorinat.ion with sulfur dioxide
Discharge of treated wastewater from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Stewarts Creek, currently classified C waters [Stream Index: 13-17-36-9-(6)] in sub -basin
03-07-14 [HUC: 0304010505] of the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.
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NPDES Permit WOOS
PART I
A. EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[ISA NCAC 02B M400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
Grade 1 Physical Chemical WPCS -15A NCAC 08G ,03021
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge filter backwash from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
[C0530j 30,0 IT 45,0 mg
[004001 6 0 & S 9,0 standard units,
Total Residual Chlonne2 ]50060) 19 tigiL
Turbidity Monitor & Report
Total Zlnc (pg/L) Monitor & Report
Total Phosphorus (TP
Total Nitrogen (TN) (mg/L)
Hardness — Total as
C C94 or (Ca :4," M9)
ardness Total as
aCO3 or C Mg)15 (rngiL)
CO
009901
[00900]
Whole Effluent Toxicity Monitoring [TGP313]
Quarterly
21,40 pg/L, Monthly
Monitor & Report
Monitor & Report
Monitor & Report
Monitor & Report
Monitor & Report
Recording
Grab
Grab
Effliient
uarterly Grab Effiuent
Quarterly Grab Effluent
Quarterly Grab
ly Grab
Upstream
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The permittec shall submit discharge monitoring reports electronically using the Division's eDMR system
[see A. (4)11.
2, The .Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug,11 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 ugll,
3. See Section IN., (3) .for a compliance schedule regarding Total Copper monitoring over the next five years„
4, Effluent hardness .sampling should be performed in conjunction with testing for hardness dependent metals
(cadmium, copper, lead, nickel, silver, and zinc).
S. The 'Pet -mince shall sample instream hardness, upstream. ofthe facility's discharge. 'The sample shall be
representative of the hardness in the receiving stream, lt'the Permittee is a member atticMonitoring
Coalition Program, sampling for instrearn hardness may be waived as long as the Monitoring Coalition
agrees to sample hardness at the nearest upstream location, at a minimum frequency of quarterly, and the
Permittee has obtained approval from DWR-NPDES Permitting Unit that the upstream station being
monitored by the Coalition is representative of the receiving stream for this discharge, The Permittee is
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responsible for submitting instream hardness test results with its permit renewal application package. If
Coalition membership, is cancelled or the Coalition terminates instream hardness sampling at the approved
station, the Permit -tee will immediately notify the Division and resume sampling for instream hardness,
upstream of its discharge.
6. Chronic Toxicity (Cerodaphnia dubia) 7-day pass Fail test 87.3',4), conducted during the months of
January, April„fuly and October. See Section A (2,),
All samples collected should be from a representative discharge event.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FEOXFING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER III AN 'TRACE AMOUNTS.
A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY PASS/FAIL MONITORING (QUARTERLY)
[15 A NCAC 02B .0500 et seq.}
The pemittee shall conduct: quarterly chronic toxicity tests using test procedures outlined in the
"North Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay PrOCCCIUTC," (Revised December 2010, or
subsequent versions).
The effluent concentration defined as treatment two in the procedure document is 87.3%. The testing
shall be performed as a Ceriodaphnia dubia 7-day passtfail test. The tests will be performed during
the months ofJanuary, April, July, and October. These months signify the first month of each
three-month toxicity testing quarter assigned to the .facility. Effluent sampling for this testing must be
obtained during representative effluent discharge and shalt be performed at the NPDES permitted final
effluent discharge below all treatment processes.
All toxicity testing results required. as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent
Discharge Monitoring 'Form (MR-1) for the month in which it was performed, using the parameter
codell7GP1.0. Additionally, DWR Form AT -I (original) is to be sent to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Resources
Water Sciences Section/Aquatic Toxicology Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
Or, results can be sent to the email, ,ATE atirs,AT13(a‘ c lenrgov.
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test 'Forms shall he filed with the Water Sciences Section no later than 30
days after the end of the reporting period or which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete and accurate and include all supporting chemical/physical measurements
performed in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual
chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and :reported if chlorine is employed for
disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is
required, the perrnittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test
form indicating the facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the
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report with the notation of "No Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted
to the Water Sciences Section at the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then
monthly monitoring will begin immediately. Upon submission of a valid test, this monthly test
requirement will revert to quarterly in the months specified above.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina •
Division of Water Resources indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re-
opened and modified to include alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control
organism survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls,
shall constitute an invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later
than the last day of the month following the month of the initial monitoring.
The permittee shall conduct quarterly chronic toxicity tests using test procedures outlined in the "North Carolina
Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised December 2010, or subsequent versions.
The effluent concentration defined as treatment two in the procedure document is 87.3%. The testing shall be
performed as a Ceriodaphnia dubia 7-day pass/fail test. The tests will be performed during the months of
January, April, July and October. These months signify the first month of each three month toxicity testing
quarter assigned to the facility. Effluent sampling for this testing must be obtained during representative
effluent discharge and shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment
processes.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the month in which it was performed, using the parameter code TGP3B.
Additionally, DWR Form AT-1 (original) is to be sent to the following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Resources
Water Sciences Section/Aquatic Toxicology Branch
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
Or, results can be sent to the email, ATForms.ATBO,ncdenr.gov.
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Water Sciences Section no later than 30 days
after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete and accurate and include all supporting chemical/physical measurements performed
in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual chlorine of the effluent
toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required,
the permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form indicating the
facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of "No
Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Water Sciences Section at the
address cited above.
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NPDES Permit NC0080381
Should the permitttee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicil
monitoring will begin immediately. Uipon submission ofa valid test
quarterly in the months specified above,.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or t
Water Resources indicate potential impacts to the receiving strew
to include alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
y monitoring is required, then monthly
this monthly test requirement will revert to
rmed by the North Carolina Division of"
is hermit may be re -opened and modified
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control organism
survival, minimum control organists reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an
invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month
owing the month of the initial monitoring,
SCHEDULE. OF COMPLIANCE (OUTFA.L 001)
(NCGS 143-215.1(b)!
1, Within one year from the effective date of the permit the Permitter shall submit
Water Resources a Corrective Action Plan summa zing the actions or strategy
achieve compliance with the Total Copper limits at Outfall 001 Specific dates
implementation of each action shall be included.
. Within two years from the effective date of the permit submit a report to the Do
actions taken in accordance with the Corrective Action Plan,
3. Within three years from the effective date of the permit submit a report to the D
actions taken in accordance with the Corrective Action Plan.
4. Within four years from the effective date of the permit submit a report to the Di
actions taken in accordance with the Corrective Action Plan,
5. Achieve compliance with Total. Copper limits specified in Section A. (I)
permit effective date.
Upon approval of the Corrective Action Plan by the Divi
enforceable part of this permit. Any modifications to the s
least ninety (90) days before the deadline. Modifications to tl
be subject to public notice.
to the Division of
to be taken to
for completion or
iv
ion summarizing
ion summarizing
visio summarizing
'ithin ta°e years of the
ort and actions become an
dule shall be requested to the Division at
e schedule in excess of four months will
A. (4.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE 1ONOITORING REPORTS
[NCGS 143-215.1(h)1
Federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) and
program reports. The final NPDES Electronic. Reporting Rt
December I, 2015.
as adopted and became effective on
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part ll of this
permit (Standard Conditions for .NPDES Permits
Section B, (1 I r) Signatory Requirements
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• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting Requirements iSupersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)1
The permittee shall report discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's
Electronic Discharge Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter
monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. The eDMR system may be
accessed at: https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/edmr.
If a pemiittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the
facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have
broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements
may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1,
2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to
the following address:
NC DEQ / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
See "How to Request a Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section below.
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month following
the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the month following the
commencement of discharge.
Starting on December 21, 2020, the permittee must electronically report the following compliance
monitoring data and reports, when applicable:
• Sewer Overflow/Bypass Event Reports;
• Pretreatment Program Annual Reports; and
• Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 316(b) Annual Reports.
The permittee may seek an electronic reporting waiver from the Division (see "How to Request a
Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section below).
2. Electronic Submissions
In accordance with 40 CFR 122.41(1)(9), the permittee must identify the initial recipient at the time
of each electronic submission. The permittee should use the EPA's website resources to identify
the initial recipient for the electronic submission.
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Initial recipient of electronic NPDES inforrxration from NPDES-regulated facilities means the
entity (EPA or the state atrtl orized by EPA to implement the NPDES program) that is the
designated entity for receiving electronic NPDES data [see 40 CFR 127.2(b)].
EPA plans to establish a website that will also link to the appropriate electronic reporting tool for
each type of electronic submission and for each state, 'Instructions on how to access and use the
appropriate electronic, reporting tool will be available as well. Information on EPA's NPDES
Electronic Reporting Rule is found at:
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elimination-s st Irt rvdeg e,
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.rule
ns must start by the dates listed in the
3. How to RegReg s aaiver "rom Electronic Reporting
national-pollclta t t ischarge
porting, Requirements" section
The permittee may seek a temporary electronic reporting waiver from the Division. To obtain an
the IroniDivisc reporting
rtiRequests forer a permittee must first submit an electronic reporting waiver request to
electronic re artrn waiver, a
temporary electronic reporting waivers must be submitted in writing to
the Division for written approval at Ieast sixty (60) days prior to the date the facility would be
required under this permit to begin submitting monitoring data and reports. The duration of a
temporary waiver shall not exceed 5 years and shall thereupon expire. At such time, monitoring
data and reports shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for
and is granted a new temporary electronic reporting waiver by the Division, Approved electronic
reporting waivers are not transferrable. Only permittees with an approved reporting waiver request
may submit monitoring data and reports on paper to the Division for the period that the approved
reporting waiver request is effective.
Information on eDMR and the application for a temporary electronic reporting waiver are found on
the following web page.
1�itp •''°r q,nc.gov about'divi
n
4. SignatoryRequirements [Supple rr efts Section B. (il.) (n) and_Supersedes Section B. L)
i`d)I
.A11 eDMRs subrrritted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part
II, Section B. (1 I .)(a) or by a duly authorized representative of that person as described in Part II,
Section B. (1 I F)(b). A person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for eDMR
reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, he person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an eDMR user
account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North
Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMR user account, please vi;
the 'following web page:
I { ' ecf nc gu lbout d iswnst rte est u�
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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 frees and imprisonment for knowing violations."
5. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.)1
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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NC0080381 - John Glenn WTP
Latitude: 35° 02' 11" N
LonEitude: 80° 28' 37" W
Stream Index: 13-17-36-946)
Drainage Basin: Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
Receiving Stream: Stewart Creek
USGS Ouad: Watson
HUC: 0304010505
Stream Class: C
Sub -Basin: 03-07-14
Facility -
Location -
Union County

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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
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean_
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
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 time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval. by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal, size and of no less. than 100 milliliters
Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Pennittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period,
Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period,
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility, Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device,.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling,. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated. as the average measurement. of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2.; see, also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Dail Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled.,5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal. operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DW.R or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environmental. Quality,
Eftlueni
Wastewater discharged 'following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated,
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environ.mentaliProtection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES pemiit, Completion offacthty closure wil.l allow
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
hidividu.al samples of at least 100 mi. 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).
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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 Iimit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(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 R. 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 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 S37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 13 19(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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arm knt of not more than 1 year, or both, In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
ation, a person shall he subject to criminal penalties of not more than S50,000 per day of violation, or by
isonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both, In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing, violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1.319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a.)(2)1
e. Arty 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 perrnit 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 irnprisonment 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 S500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization., as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can. be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions, [40 CFR 1.22.41(a)(2)1
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than S25,000 per violation may he 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 § I43-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit 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 S 16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class l penalty assessed not to exceed
S37,500, Penalties for Class 11 violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maxirnurn amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [3„3 USC
1.319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41.(a)(3).]
2, Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting hurna.n health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d,)].
3 Civil and_Crrrnjatal [ iakhihty
Except as provided in permit. conditions ott "Bypassing" (.Part 1.1.C.4), "Upsets"" (Part 11.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part 11.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, 143-21.5.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1315t. Furthermore, the Permittee, is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance play be temporarily suspended.
4, Oilmand 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.
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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 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 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.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental 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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e, Changes to authrwri anon: lfan authoriiation under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or c sitit n 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 will 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 1,22.221. NO O H.ER. STATEMENTS OF C ER'1I.FICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED,
'1 certify. under penalty of law, that this document and .all attachments were prepared under My drrecttun or
supervision in accordance sv th a .system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the infr'rrrrratum sul'»opted. Bared on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the vvt n, car~
those persons directly. responsible,*gathering tlrr art ration, the ittfaa'mutton submitted is. to the hest f"rrr,tr°
knowledge and belief truce, accuratc imd complete. I suit aware that thrr°e are significant penalttcs°; r°
suhrtaltttn, it e inforrnrattrar�rs including the possibility I irralrrtco trrr*nta'Or knowing violations,"
12. lwcrrnit Actions
FFr.is permit may be modified, revoked and rcisserecl, cat terminated for cause. The filing ofa request by the
P'emwittee for a permit modification, revocation and rcisst
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122,410)1,
13. Permit Moc)rtication, Revocation and Reissuancc, 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
Adnrinistra.tive Code, Subchapter 0211 .0100, and North Carolina General Statute 143.2150`l et. al.
14. ,nrtual Adrripistering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Penmittee 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.
lon. C. 0tteratitrn nd !Main enerte nI F'trtlnticrn Control'
d...Operatolr
wners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollttticsn
y� to n Operators C"ertiticattion C'ontnniss*in (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system., and, for each classification must [T15.,A NCAC 08 .02011;.
a, designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a; valid eertificate tsl the type attd grade al
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate on.e or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ()RC) wvho possesses a valid
certa6cate 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 vusitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator 1)esigraation Form to the Commissieart
(oar 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 :intrradu.ced into a new system; or
4.2'l ww=ithin 120 ealendar days following:
receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsihlc 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) car Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up OR(').
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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:
S- 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:
A 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 Pennittee 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)1.
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 pf the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering 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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'3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse efh cts, if
t:lte Permit Issuing Authority determines that it wi11 meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR. 122.41(n)(2)]. An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements o#'paragraph b. of
this condition are snot. No determination made: during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset. Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Perm inee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted nonce of the upset as required in Part 1t.E.6.(b) of this permit,
(4) The Permittee complied with any retnedial measures required under Part 11,13.2. of this permit.
e. Burden of proof [40 CFR 1.22,41(n)(4)]a 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 treattment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCCiS 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 except as permitted
by the Commission. The Perrniuee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal, of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters, The Permitter shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Pcrvvt::r Failures
e Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 0211 .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. IMMnitoring and Records
,R presentative: Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the perrnnted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall he taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified 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) Forni.. (MR I, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the.
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day ofthe 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 he submitted to the following address:
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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 Togs, 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 visit https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-
resources-data/water-sciences-home-page/laboratory-certification-branch 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 Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
A 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
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These records OT copies Shall be .maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date (lithe sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the, .Director at any time [4( CFR
1.22,41],
7, Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittec shal. 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 individuaks) Who performed the analyses,
e. "The analytical techniques or methods used; and
'The results of such analyses,
8. InspectionatukErita
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to,
Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Pennittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity i.s located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
h. [lave access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must he 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 pemitt; and
d, Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permitcompliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122A 101.
Section E Reporting Requirements
Cbauge in.Pischargg
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 authorizedshall constitute
a violation of the permit.
planned Changes
The Perrnittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible orany planned physical alterations or addition.s
to the permitted. 'facility [40 CFR 122,41(1)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
h. 'flie 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 pemnt, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR. 122,42(a)( ); or
c, The alteration or addition results in. a significantchange in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of perrnit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing pennit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not repotted during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan,
Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility o
activities that might result in 'noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122A1.(1)(2)1.
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior wnttcn notice to and approval from the .Director
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61, The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in.
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particular NCGS 143-215. I (b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.4I(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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] 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 ILE.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.410)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass 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
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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(4)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act,
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any .false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this pertnit„ 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„frir not more than two years per violation, or by both [40. CFR 122.411
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual now greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215,1C). 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.
The report shall be sent to:.
NC DEQ / Division of Water Resources Water Quality Perrnuting Section,
ATTENTION: Central Hies
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina. 276.99-1617
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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 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
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.
c.
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 }rg/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-methy1-4,6-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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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part U ofthis permit, the following definitions apply to municipal. facilities:
IndirectDiseharge or industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(I I)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite P( TW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES„ collection system, or non-disc.harge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits., [15A. NCAC 0211
.0903(b)(1,4)1
Pass 'Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, ifdifferent from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit, [15A NCAC 0211 .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used. in the storage, treatment, recycling. and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. h also includes the collection system, as defined in 1,5A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also mean.s the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works, In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15ANCA,C 0211 .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A. NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(331]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
n.oncontact ,cooling and boiler biowdown wastewaters), or
2 Contributes process wastewater which makes up tive percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of th.e POTW treatment plant, In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403,6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471, or
4. Is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject: to approval, under 1,5A NCAC 0211 .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs I or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge perinit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (S1U), or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User .meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403..3(0(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User,
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (P
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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;
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 wiII 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 Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shalt develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which •
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1)
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part 1 of this permit, it may be necessary for the Perrnittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Perrnittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Perrnittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4, The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (1U) discharging to the P'OTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (h). [40 CFR 122.44(0(2)1
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program o.r to include a compliance schedule .for the development of a 'POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (h)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or .by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section 1). Pretreatment Pro2rams
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and ,402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 1.43-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A, NCAC 02,11..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 ('FR. 122.440)(2)1
The 'Pennittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA., 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .09,00,, 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 1.5A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
I. Sewer UseOrdinance (SUO),
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program, [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1), 40 CFR 403.80)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (.2)1
Industrial Waste Survey [WS
Th.e Perrnittee shall implement an IWS consisting. of the survey of users of the POTW collection systemor
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.44(j)(1)1,
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the -POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition. of STU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
.1-WS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Perrnittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2,c. of this Part, [15A. NCAC 0214 .0903(b)(13), „0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR. 403.8(0(21 and 403.9]
MonitodngPian
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Eleadwork.s Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on. the DMRs as required by Parts 11.D and II,E.5.). [15A
NCAC 0214 .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4, Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division.. Within 1.80 days of the etTective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Perminee shall submit to the Divisi.ona written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (ix., an
updated HWA 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 0211 .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions.
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.0906(b)(4)]
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 collection system or 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 Tabl“AT) which summarizes the results of the .HWA and the limits
from all 1UPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
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. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
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.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.44(j)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement 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 CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(0(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
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1.617 Mail Service Center
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These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following;
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b.. Pretreatment 'Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. ,Significant Non-Comp:hance Report (sNcgi,
A list of industrial Users (Ws) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the .Division;
d. isidu,strial Data Summary Forms (1DSVI
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (Ws). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a .format
provided by the Division;
e, Other information
Copies of the POTWs allocation table, new or .modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
1.Us in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
iLls that are not considered SiUs, 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;
I 1. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs that were in :significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Pennittee'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. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(h)(34), .0908(b)(5) and ..0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(0(2)( MA
12„ Record Keeping
The Permit:tee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information. including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required. by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(4 [15A
NCAC 02.H. .0908(ft. 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13 Pretreatmentprogram Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish. the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program, and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [15.A NCAC 02H.
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403,801(3). 403.9(b)(3)1
14. Modification to Pretreatment .Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SfUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall he governed by 40 CFR. 403,18, 15 NCAC 02H .01.14 and 15A. NCAC 02H .0907.
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Water Quality Programs
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
Mr. Russell G. Colbath, P.E.,
City of Monroe
P. O. Box 69
Munroe, NC 281 11-0069
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February 28,. 2014
Resources Director
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe — Jolm Glenn WTP
Union County
Dear Mr. Colbath:
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject pent.t.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant
to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement
between. North. Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as
subsequently. amended).
This final permit contains the
you. on November 6, 2013.
tag change to its terms from those f tmd in the draii t permit sent to
• The deadline for the facility to begin reporting discharge monitoring report data using the Division's
el)MR internee application has been extended from 90 to 270 days following the effective date of the
permit. In the case of the subject facility, eDMRR reporting is required to begin no later than January
1, 2015.
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 matt request within thirty
(30) days ail lowing receipt of this letter. 'This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note tlrat this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and rcissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Resources or
permits required by the Division of Lancl Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other
Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location. 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, Nortn Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX; 919-807,6492
Internet: www,ncwaterqu nty.org
An Equal Opportunity it Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Russell G. Colbath
NC0080381. Permit Renewal 2014
p. 2
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Bob Sledge at telephone number (9 9)
807-6398, or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Sitieerely,
Thomas A. Reeder
cc: Central Files
Mooresville Regional Office/Water Quality
NPDES File
ec: Aquatic Toxicology Unit

Permit NC0080381
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER 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 City of Monroe
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
2119 Old Camden Road
Monroe
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Stewarts Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts
I, II, III and W hereof.
This permit shall become effective April 1, 2014.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2019.
Signed this day February 28, 2014.
22C
Th$n. A. Reeder, Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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Permit CU 80381
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this nu .ber is no longer
effective. "Therefore, tlac exclusive authority to operate and dischao.y e from this farcilit<< arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Continue to
with wastewate
The City of 1onroe
is hereby authorized to:
r backwash wastewater from a conventional rater treatment Plant.
provided lry a sludge storage lagoon, clarifier and dechlorination,
2. The facility is at the John Glenn W`1`P`, located at 2119 Old Camden Road, in Monroe, in Union
County.
Discharge front said treatment 1,vorks at the location specified on the attachea neap into Stew•arts
Creek, classifie l as C waters in. the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.
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Permit NC0080381
PART I
A. (I.) 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 filter backwash from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited
and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
' EFFLUENT. CHARACTERIST1CS
- - - - Parameter Code.
EMT
MONIT.ORING.'RE 'REQUIREMENTS
Monthly ,
_ Average, ''
Daily.
• Maximum
• Measurement
�requ�ncy� ,
-
Sample Type
, � - .
b Sam�le,Location,
, - -
Flow 50050
Continuous
Recording
Effluent
TSS C0530
30.0 mglL
45.0 mglL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH 00400
6.0 & s 9.0 standard units.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine2 50060
28 pglL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Turbidity 00070
Monitor & Report
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Zinc 01092
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Ammonia Nitrogen C0610
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Manganese 01055
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Fluoride 00951
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Total Copper 01042
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Total Iron 01045
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Total Phosphorus (TP) C0665
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen (TN) C0600
Monitor & Report
Quarterly3
Grab
Effluent
Whole Effluent Toxicity Monitoring4 TGP3B
Monitor & Report
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Notes:
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 Condition A. (3).
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/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 Iaboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 ug/I.
3. Parameters should be monitored in conjunction with toxicity test.
4. Chronic Toxicity (Ceriodaphnia dubia) 7-day pass/fail test @ 90%, conducted during the months of
January, April July and October. See Condition A (2.).
All samples collected should be from a representative discharge event.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
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Perinit N , 080381
A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY MONITORING (QUARTERLY)
The permittee shall conduct quarterly chronic toxicity tests using test procedures outlined in the "North.
Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised February 1998, or subsequent versions.
The effluent concentration defined as treatment two in the procedure document is 90%. The testing shall be
performed as a (...7eriodaphnia dubla 7day pass/fail test. The tests will be performed during the months of
January, April, July and October. Effluent sampling for this testing shall be performed at the NPDES
Permitted final effluent discharge 'below all treatment processes.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge,
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the month in which it was performed, using the parameter code TGP3B.
Additionally, DWR 'Form AT -I (original) is to be sent to the .following address:
.Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Resources
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no later than
30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete and accurate and -include all supporting chemical/physical measurements performed
in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual chlorine of the effluent
toxicity sample must be mea.suredand reported if chlorine is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow :from the 'facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required,
the permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form. indicating
the facility name„ permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of
"No Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental Sciences
Section at the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then -monthly
monitoring will begin inunediately. Upon submission of a. valid test, this monthly test requiretnent will revert to
quarterly in the months specified. above.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of
Water Resources indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified
to include alteniate monitoring requirem.ents or limits.
If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently then„required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation & reporting of the data submitted on the 'DIV1R & all AT Forms
submitted..
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control
organismsurvival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls, shall
constitute an invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing. to be completed no later than the last day
of the month following the month oldie initial monitoring.
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Permit NC0080381
A. (3.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
Proposed federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs)
and specify that, if a state does not establish a system to receive such submittals, then permittees must
submit DMRs electronically to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The Division anticipates
that these regulations will be adopted and is beginning implementation in late 2013.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II of this
permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
• SectionB. (11.)
• Section D. (2.)
• Section D. (6.)
• Section E. (5.)
Signatory Requirements
Reporting
Records Retention
Monitoring Reports
1. Reporting [Supersedes Section D. (2.) and Section E. (5.) (a)1
Beginning no later than 270 days from the effective date of this permit, the permittee shall begin
reporting discharge monitoring data electronically using the NC DWR's Electronic Discharge
Monitoring Report (eDMR) internet application.
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and
submitted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted facilities to enter
monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet. Until such time that the state's
eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media Electronic Reporting Regulation
(CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all discharge monitoring data to the state
electronically using eDMR and will be required to complete the eDMR submission by printing,
signing, and submitting one signed original and a copy of the computer printed eDMR to the
following address:
NC DENR / DWR / Tnformation Processing Unit
ATTENTION: Central Files / eDMR
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due to the
facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the households have
broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may
be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3)
or alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the
mailing address above.
Requests for temporary waivers from the NPDES electronic reporting requirements must be
submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty (60) days prior to the date the
facility would be required under this permit to begin using eDMR. Temporary waivers shall be
valid for twelve (12) months and shall thereupon expire. At such time, DMRs shall be submitted
electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is granted a new temporary
waiver by the Division.
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Perrrait NC0080381
A. (3.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCI AR C,1+ i f)i'+1IT[IRING REP I RTS, coral r r ed
nforanation on eDl\4R and application for a temporary waiver frc na tlae NPDES electronic reporting
requirements is found on the .followia
g
b page:
http /fportals denr.org/weh/wq/admin/bog"i
Regardless of the suhnaission method, the first DMR. is due on the last day of the month .foliowing
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.
Si
l
All cDMRs
la
des Section B.
ed to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person described in Part
r by a duly authorized representatwe ofthat person as described in Part 11,
)(b). N. person, and not a position, must be delegated signatory authority for el)MR
g purposes.
For eDMR suhr.ission , the person signing and su rnitting the DMR must obtain an cDMR user
account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more information on North
Carolina's el:)MR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an eDMReDIVIR user account, please visit
the 'ollowin,g web page:
http://portal.ncdenr,or.g/web/wyladminIho« ipu/ednir
Certification. Any person. submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system shall
make the following certification [40 CPR. 122.221. NO OTHER STATEMENTS 01
CERTIFICATION Wilk 13E ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under" penalty of law, that this dvcurrrent and all attachments were pr"e°,lrcrr"edi nder r y
direction or .super"v.i io in crccor c,Irrnc e with a sMyste,n designed to assure that qucal ,Tied personnel
jnoper"ly gather and evalt ate the lr"rJ`or"rr'r rtzcrra 4P,dl'. m tted. Rased on my inquiry oldie person or
persons who 'nonage the system, or tIj re„sponsible fiar" gather"ing the
rrn, the in iarrraertir rr ,srclirraitted i..s, tea the lacast rrfrrty. knowledge and belt e;I; trttc', occur erie
:i!onzplcte.. I am xaarrrxcr tlrcrt there are .si rr ie.c:rrrt xe ra lei s tirr° .st.rlrrni/trrr lctl e irllrrrrrrertion,
ing the possibility tal lrn s trrac.I izrrl,ar i rrrrrrzc>rata l,r knowing a ierlc
3.. .Records I
1"he permi
submissions, Thcsc records or e.
date of the report. "Phis period may b
122.411.
ton !Stipp1
to
6.)
'charge Monitoring Reports, including I MR.
ed for a period of at least 3 y ears fArom the
ded by a°equest ofthe Director a,t anry tine [40 CFR..
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Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe NPDES Permit
John Glenn WTP NC0080381
Latitude: 35°02' 11" N State Grid: Watson
T enaitudc: 80° 28' 37" W
Receivioa Stream: Stewart Creek Stream Class: C
Drainage Basin: Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin Sub -Basin: 03-07-14
Union County
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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
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The.period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
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 time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shaII be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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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 Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Pennittee 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
I. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than I year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. Ilan), 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 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 ienewal 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)
(2)
(3)
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 .
For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
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: !fan 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, inforniation, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.221
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a or b. of this section shall make the 'following
certification [40 CFR. 122221. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
cer*, under penalo,, 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 infOnnation 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 offines 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
Perrnittee 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(01,
13. 'Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit, does not prohibit the pettnit 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 02F1 ,0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.2151 et. al.
14, Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee .Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring feewithin thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 0211 „0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Main(enance 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 IT15A NCAC 08G .0201,t
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in .responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are .twice per year; and
c, submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated, certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals, being ntroduccdintroduced 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 aII 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 Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. .Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering 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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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent Iimitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part 11.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part 11.B.2. of this permit.
c. 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 except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. 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 02H .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 representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR I, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the 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:
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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 shaII 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 Iaboratory 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 Ievels 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 Permittee 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. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
I. 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 [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 I22.42(a)(1); or
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(I)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61_ The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-2151(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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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 poIIutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling Iocation 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 line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall 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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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fme 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].
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 cnd of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which
annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR / Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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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 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposalsystem 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.
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_
c.
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 }ig/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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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and (j) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)j
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [I5A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SRI"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such by the Perrnittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs I or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to Iimit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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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;
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 aII discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permttee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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.
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 Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1)
(3)
(5)
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.44(j)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW 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 of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal arc an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.44(j)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part II or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and I5A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR I22.44(j)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shaII submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.80)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permitter shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and H.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR I22.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable :Prctreatrnent Standards as defined by 40 CFR. 403.3(1}. [1.5A NCAC 02 l .0903(b ,10), ,0905, and
.0906(h)(4)1
5. Industrial. U er Pretrcatrrtent Pertrtfis 11UP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Pcrmittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittce's collection. system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling; protocols, repotting, 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
Pcrmittee shall maintain. a current Allocation Table (AT) which. summarizes the results of the HWA and the ➢intits
from all IUPs. Permitted 1UP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the PCTW as
determined by the HWA. [1.5A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .09➢6, and .0917; 40 CFR.403.5, 403,8(()(1)(iii),
NCGS 143-215.67(a)1
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Pcrmittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all. applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process roust be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit OUP) limitations. [I SA NCAC 02H..0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)1
7. PC);I; W .inspection & Monitoring of their lUs
The Pcnnittee shall conduct inspection, survellance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment: program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A. NCA,C 02H .0908(c); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)1 The
Perrnittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant industrial Users (SllJs) at least. once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (StUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permrit-lirrried
parameters including flow except. as allowed under 1.5A 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(0(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
Self Monitoring and Reporti fig
'1`lte Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A.
NCAC 0211 .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
1.22.44(j)(2) and 40 CFR 403,12]
9. Entbrcement Response Plan. ERP,
The Perrnittcc shall enforce and obtain appropriate rerncdies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 3070) and (c) of the CWA (40 CE'R. 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set. forth in 40 CFR 403,5 and I5A. NC'AC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (>'RP) approved by the Division. [ 1 SA NCAC 021.1 .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)1
10, Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Perrnittce shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A. 'NCAC 02'H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual.
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 1 SA NCAC 0211 .0904 (h) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to .meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment. implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Perniittce shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over, the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Pernuttee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Pro ram Surnrna PPS'
A pretreatment program suirtmary (PPS) on forms or iii a format provided by the Division;
.ce R. rt (SNCR)
A list of Industrial users (lUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d.. Industrial Data Summary Forrns (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant .Industrial Users (S1Us) These
analytical results must be reported on lndu.strial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format.
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
lUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant nonccompliance d.cterminations for
lUs that are not considered S.IUs, and any other information., upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed. to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of industrial Users (lUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Pcrmittee'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, [15A. NCAC 021-1 .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)1
1.2. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a mtn i of three years records o:.onitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02U .0908(t), [15A
NCAC. 021 .0908(0; 40 CFR 403.12(o)1
13. Pretreatment. Pro- am Resources
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and. qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved.
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current, levels of`inspection, [I A NCAC 021
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)l
1.4. Modification to Pretreatment ,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 40 ('F"R.403.18, 15 NCAC 0211 .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
NCDENR
North Caro9ina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H, Sullins
Director
February 26, 2009
Russell G. Colbarth, P,E., Water Resources Directo
City Of Monroe
P.O. Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111-0069
Subject. Issuance of NPDES
Permit NC0080381
John Glenn WTP
Union County
Dear Mr. Colbarth:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached
NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as
subsequently amended). After further review if has been determined that your facility does go into Impaired waters as previously indicated:
Division of Water Quality response to 1-33-09 Email comments to draft permit;
1. Attached to your draft permit was the "NPDES permitting strategies for potable water treatment plants methodology with a detailed
explanation of the reasoning for the additional sampling requirements which were implemented during this permit renewal cycle. For
further clarification please contact me at 919-807-6387.
2, The notation identifying your receiving stream as being "Impaired" was in error and is not applicable to your WTP discharge,
3. Any facility can request that the Division reduce or eliminate monitoring requirements contained in NPDES permit. Facilities must
submit at least 12 or more sampling results for parameters to be considered tor reduction or elimination, The Division will review
these sampling results and make a determination concurrent with the request.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you have the right to an
adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter, This request must be in the form of a written
petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714), Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and
reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the Segal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of
Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or Local
governmental permit that may be required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Bob Guerra at telephone number
[phone].
Enclosure: NPDES PerrrtTt NC0080381
cc: Mooresville Regional mice / Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
Central Files
Aquatic Toxic Section
1617 Mail SeMce Center, Norih Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service, 1-877-623-6748
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Permit NC0080381
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
The City of Monroe
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant (WTP)
Monroe
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Stewarts Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River 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 April 1, 2009.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on Janu
2014.
Signed this day February 26, 2009.
Coleen H. .Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0080381
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are
hereby revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this
number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge
from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions
included herein.
The City of Monroe is hereby authorized to:
1.:Continue to operate an existing Conventional water treatment system with a
discharge of filter backwash at 0.898 MGD utilizing the following
components/processes:
o Aeration
o Reaction basin
o Splitter box
o Rapid mixers
o Flocculators
o Sedimentation basins
o Trac Vac system
o Sludge thickener
o Dual media dual cell filters
o Sludge storage lagoon and
o 2- Million Gallon Clearwell
o Chemical usage consists of
o Ferric Chloride
o Chlorine
o Sulfur dioxide
o Carbon •
o Non -Ionic polymer
o Copper Sulfate and
o Potassium Permanganate
2. The facility is at the John Glenn WTP located at 2119 Old Camden Road,
Monroe, in Union County.
3. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Stewarts Creek, classified as C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River
Basin.

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Latitude: 35° 02' 11" N State Grid: Watson
Longitude:, • 80° 28' 37" W Permitted Flow: 0.898 MGD
Receiving Stream: Stewart Creek Stream Class: C
Drainage Basin: Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin Sub -Basin: 03-07-14
North
NPDES Permit No. NC0080381
Union County

Permit NC0080381
A. (I..) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge filter backwash from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be
limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly .
Average
Weekly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample
Location
Flow
0.898 MGD
Continuous
Continuous
Effluent
TSS
30 mg/L
45 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
6.0
- 9.0 s.u.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent 1
Total Residual
Chlorine
28 /./g/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
/
Total Zinc3
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Ammonia Nitrogen4
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Calcium°
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Magnesium°
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Manganese5
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Fluoride°
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Copper
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Iron
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Total Phosphorus
(TP)5
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen (TN)5
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Whole Effluent 7
Toxicity Monitoring
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Notes:
1. Limit and monitor only if the facility adds chlorine to water that is eventually discharged.
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/1 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
ug/1.
3. Zinc should only be monitored if a Permittee uses zinc orthophosphate as a corrosion inhibitor.
4. Facilities using chloramination will be required to monitor ammonia nitrogen on a quarterly
basis.
5. Parameters should be monitored in conjunction with toxicity test.
6. Fluoride monitoring applies if the facility backwashes with fluoridated, finished water.
7. See Attachment A (2.).
All samples collected should be from a representative discharge event.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than
trace amounts.

Permit NC0080381
A. (2.) CHRONIC TOXICITY MONITORING (QRTRLY)
The permittee shall conduct quarterly chronic toxicity tests using test procedures outlined in the "North
Carolina Ceriodaphnia Chronic Effluent Bioassay Procedure," Revised February 1998, or subsequent
versions.
The effluent concentration defined as treatment two in the procedure document is 90%. The testing shall be
performed as a Ceriodaphnia dubia 7day pass/fail test. The tests will be performed during the months of
January, April, July and October. Effluent sampling for this testing shall be performed at the NPDES
Permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment processes.
All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge
Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the month in which it was performed, using the parameter code TGP3B.
Additionally, DWQ Form AT-1 (original) is to be sent to the following address:
Attention: North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Environmental Sciences Section
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no
later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
Test data shall be complete and accurate and include all supporting chemical/physical measurements performed
in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual chlorine of the effluent
toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for disinfection of the waste stream.
Should there be no discharge of flow from the facility during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, the
permittee will complete the information located at the top of the aquatic toxicity (AT) test form indicating the
facility name, permit number, pipe number, county, and the month/year of the report with the notation of "No
Flow" in the comment area of the form. The report shall be submitted to the Environmental Sciences Section at
the address cited above.
Should the permittee fail to monitor during a month in which toxicity monitoring is required, then monthly
monitoring will begin immediately. Upon submission of a valid test, this monthly test requirement will revert to
quarterly in the months specified above.
Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified to include
alternate monitoring requirements or limits.
If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently then required by this permit, the results of such
monitoring shall be included in the calculation & reporting of the data submitted on the DMR & all AT Forms
submitted.
NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document, such as minimum control
organism survival, minimum control organism reproduction, and appropriate environmental controls,
shall constitute an invalid test and will require immediate follow-up testing to be completed no later than
the last day of the month following the month of the initial monitoring.

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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
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating modefor 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 thefollowing 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
totalizer, and the preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the
expected total daily flow at the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at
a constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method
may only be used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following
restrictions also apply:
> Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
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• Influent samples shall not be collected incire than once per hour.
• Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall ccillectttthkflr
grab samples at intervals of no (greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour peril Id.
• 'Permittees with wastewater treatment systems 'vehose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect
effluent grab samples at least every X hours [X ,= days detention rime] over a 24-hour period, ',Effluent
samples shall he collected at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24
-
hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurenient
:Flow mcmitoring that occurs withciut interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there tnay be rasa flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device,
arc,
he discharge of a pcillutant 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. lie "daily discharge" ciincentration comprises the mean
concentraticm for a 24-hour sampling period as either l composite sample concentration It the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 (FR. .122.2)
Daily Maximum
lie highest "daily discharge" for conventional a nd Ii ocher non -toxicant parameters. N(YIL;: l'ermittees nut not
submit a "daily average" calculation [for determining compliance with permit limits] for toxicants, See the relevant
Federal effluent guideline[s] for the appropriate calculation 01 tervat
Daily atn)IIi1g
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall he sampled 5 out of every 7 days perlveek unless otherwise specified in the
permit The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, DepartmentEuvi
and Natural Resources,
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Maniigement Commission.
F'acility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under tile NPDES. Completicm of facility closure will allow this permit to he rescinded,
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of th.e product of the individual values where N the number of individual values, For purposes of
calculating the goimetric mean, Values of "0" (or "< [detection levell") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 ml collected over a period of date not exceeding 15 ininutes, Grab samples Can be
collected manually. Grab sample's must be representative of the discharge (Or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part :1 16 pursuant to ection 311 of the Clean ,a er Act.
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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
conform, 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, damageto 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 Perinittee 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
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section 402 of the .Act, or any requn-ement imposed in a pretreatment program. approved under section
402(a)(3) or 402(h)(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 inure than $50,000 per day of
violation, or by imprisontnent of not moire than 2 'years, or both.. [40 CFR.122.41 (a) (2)1
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 nor more than 6 years, or both.
[40 CIR.122,41 (a) (2)1
e, .Any person who knowingly violates section 301. 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the iNct, 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 therebi° 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 Vear',, 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 itnptisonment 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, he subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be lined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122,41 (a) (2)1
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation mac be assessed 'against arif person
who violates or fails to act in. accordance with the terms, conditions, (ir requirements of a permit fNottll
Carolina Getieral Sta nit es 143-215.6,A]
g. \tn 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 penult condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this ZVI. Administrative penalties for Class 1 violations are
not to exceed 810,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class11 violaiiimis are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maNimum amolint of ally Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000, [40 CFR
122,41 (a) (3)1
Duty to Mitigate
The Permince shall take all reasonable steps to tninimize or prevent any discharge or sludge USC or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environtnent [40
CIR 122.41 (d)].
3. and Grinunid
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part IL C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part IL C. 7).„ nothing in this permit shall be construed v„.) relieve the Permittee from. any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NC:GS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
44. the Federal .Act, 33 US(. 1.319. Furthermore, the Perrnittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4, and Hazardcius Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall he construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the '.Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143
2.15,75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal. Act,. 33 U$G 1321.. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such. as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
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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 withthis 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
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].
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b. gill reports required by the peatmit and other information requested by the Permit_ Issuing utlhority shall he
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by- a duly authtrized representative of that
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
1. The authorization is made in writing by aperson described above;
?. The authorization specified either an iiacli =iclual or a position having responsibility for the overall
operation of the regulated facility. or activity, such as the position of plantmanager, operator of a well or
well field, superintendent, a position of ec1euvalent respou,ilhilirl, or an individual or position having
coverall responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A cluly authorized representative may
thus be either a named. individual or any individual occupying a named. position,); atad
3. The written authorization is submitted u..) the Permit Issuing _'authority [40 CFR 122.221
c. Changes to authorization: If an authonz
because a different individual or position
authorization satisfying the requirements of pa.rag
prior to or together with any reports,
representative [40 CFR 122.221
11
der paragraph (b) of tltis sectic
sibility for the overall operation o
ph (b) of this section tnatst be submitted to the Director
ion, or applications to be sic heel by an authorized
d. Certification. Any person signir>.g 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. I am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations,"
12. Pennet 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 122.4
(f)
13.-Perm'lodificatiott4 Revocation and Reissuancc, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the perrnit 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, P arts 122 and 123; Title 15.A. of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 21-1 .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Ad.mitustering- and Compliance Morino
Fee Regiurernents
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance rnonitcrring fee within tivrn, clays after belt
billed. by.. the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0105 (b)
may cause this Division 'to initiate action to revoke the perrnit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Upon classification of the pernhittecl facility by the Certification Comtihisatotx, the Permittee shall employ a
certified water pollution control treatment s'astern 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
t the 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].
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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 five days per week, excluding holidays
• ➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G.0204.
Once the facility is classified, the Permittee shall submit a letter to the Certification Commission designating the
operator in responsible charge:
a. Within 60 calendar days prior to wastewater being introduced into a new system
b. Within 120 calendar days of:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
➢ A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
Iaboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
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 tray 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
(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.
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Bypass from the collection sYstetu
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permit assoc.iased with the treatment facility
The Pe
thorn°a° taaa' aotne'(av'e :ata atatici
a. Effect of an upset [40 CnF'R. 12.2.41 (n) (2)�:
brought ,llr for :noncompliance with such tc chnola_
paragraph b, of this condition are met. No detertr
noncompliance was caused by upset, sated before an actiot
subject to judicial review.
li
other r
c
(.3) The Pei:matec submitted notice of
(4) The Perrm naplied. wit
upset shall denacut
Lta upset
ed p
rtnit"tt,"e can tt:&t anal
c, Burden of proof 141) CFR 122..41 (n) (4
upset has the burden of proof .in an eel
Renntved S
Solid.. , ;lode es falter backwasl
shall be utili eclf clispeased of it
ich materials
shall comply with all existing; Federal ref is
40 C:ER Part 503, any permit issued by the Per
reopened and naothfied, or revoked gtnd reissued, to inco
Permittee shag comply with applicable 40 CI:^R 503 Standards
promulgated) within the time provided. in the regal cti.tan., even
b\mass, a
lxrer conditit,t)s
constitutes an affhanatne deft°tact^ to att ninon.
it effluent limitations if they regaairetnents of
~ung administrative review of claims that
ataalpl.iance, is hone aaltraitaistr.ativc action
who vtwishes to establish the
nt tr<anae(
se
operated; and
in Part II, 1E. 6. ('b) of th
!red under Part IL B. 2.
Perniittee seeking t(a eMstaal
ceeding.
requ.irennent. The
or disposal 1)1:actic s
ratmg cnl;s, or
cutrence of an
ent or control of wastewaters
a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
d States. The Permittee
Upon promulgation of
posal of sludge may be
nts atr 40 C..„ R 503. The
Disposal +)1 Sewage Sludge
c,rtnnttr SS 5ttat taaoctitneet to 'tt'nCot'p
. Power Failures
The Pertnuttec is responsible for n'aaitntaitaiatg adequate safeguards (as required by
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes dun
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequat
Section D. Monitoring 4ndRecords
1, Re le3seratxtttve Sarrnpl.ing
ed and measurements taken, as r
pies collected at a
characteri tic of the discht
nnonitorit points sp
er wastestrearn, b(
and the approval
nge,un
15.1. NCm\C 2II.0124 v-
powcr failure's
'fluent.
1 be characteri tic caf tlnc: v(nluaue and nature of
quctac; less tlna,ra clatil shall lae. taken on a.
over the entire period the sample represents. gall sarnpl
his permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent 'join
if water, or substance. IM'IoniIoring points shall not be changed
g
40 CI^R. 122.41 (1)1
day and tune that is
taken at the
iluted
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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.Mai1 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. Flowmeasurement 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 purnp 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 meetthe 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 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
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copies of all reports required by this permit
fr 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
122.41.1.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit., the Peri
the following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
h. The individual(s) who performedthe sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) N.vho performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f, The results of such analyses.
°e shall record.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative luding 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 premiseswhere 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
authorizedby the Clean Water Act, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41 (i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
I. Change in Discharge
..A..11 discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the termand ,conditions of this permit. The .discharge
of any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than o.r at a level in excess of that authorized shall
constimte a violation of the permit.
Planned Changes
The Pertnittee 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 perm' le 1 facility may :meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.2.9 (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) (I),
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittees 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 fad* or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) 2)].
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4. Trans fers
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 H. 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)].
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 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 writt .1 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.,
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS :1.43-215.3 (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 to be considered confidential. Knowingly making
any fidse statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in
N( 14,3-215,1 (1))(2) or in Section 309of the Federal Act,
11, Penalties for 1 alsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who kntiwingly 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 none() Ipliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of
nor 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 o W21 01 Opera te faLilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste ',hall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Antluirity and to the users/ctistomers served by the Permitter 143-215.1.C).
The report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as. the extent to which
the facility was compliant with ',thinkable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules 'pertaining to water qualih,.
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.
he Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the planes treatment
capacity, nor change tile treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authotization to Crnistruct (AtC) permit. Issuance of. an At(' will .not occur until Final Planand Specifications for
the proposed cons UAW Lion. have been submitted In the Permittee and approved by the Divisiom
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. Cha Disch s of Toxic Subst' n
The Permittee shall notify the Pcrrriit issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That ans: actiny 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
folkiwing "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/111,);
(2) Two hundred microgtams per liter (21)0 n,g/L) fear acrolein and acr,lonitrile; five hundred micrograms
per liter (500 for 2,4-dinitrohlienol and for 2-methy1-4„6-11initrophenok and one milligram per liter
(1. mg/I.) 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 vhichwould 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";
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(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 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.
PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW )
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 suchother pollutants in accordance with best
practicable technology or water quality standards.
2. Under no circumstances shall the Permittee allow introduction of the following wastes in the waste
treatment system:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup fJashpoint 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;
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Petrolentil oil, nonbiodegradable exiling, oil, or products of mineral oil origin ni nlounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, Vapors, or fumes within the POTW in
quantity that rnay cause acute worker health and safety .prtiblerns;
h. ikny mucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part 1 of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Pert-nittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 ( R„ Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the: Pennittee with 't1.1 applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
inity- be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal syston.
The Permittre 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 Permitter shall either develop and submit to the
Division a 'Pretreatment Program for approval per 1.52‘ NC.,!.‘(`': .2H .0907(a) or im difv an existing
Pretreatment Program. per I5A NC —AC 211.0901(b).
pertnit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued., to incorptirate or modify an approved
PC/I.AXT Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW
Pretreatment Program as required under Section 402(b)(8) f he Clean Water Act and implementing
regulations or 'by the requirements of he approved State pretreatment progratn, a 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 21I
.0900, anti 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 Seedon 402(b)(8) of the Clean
Water Act, the Federal Pretreatment Regulations 40 CFR Part 403, the State Pretreatment Regulations 15A
NCAC 211 .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in its
pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifi.cations there of. Such operation shall include
but is not limited to the implementation of the follciwing conditions and requirements:
-..;ewer Use C.IrdinanceiSUc4
The Perrnittee shall maintain adequate legal audio W lmplenlent its approved pretreatment program.
Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
1 he Perrnittee shall update its Industrial Waste Survey (1WS) to include all users of the sewer collection
system at least once every five .years.
3. Al i toringybtl
Permitter shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific
data to be tised in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of
specific pretreatment local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall he reported on the 11)iN;11(s (as required
by Pan II, Section D, and Section F.„5.).
4.
Headworks Analysis a -TWA) and Local Limits
The Pennittee shall obtain Division approval of a Headworks Analysis (111‘Xii\) 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 R.-clinical evaluation
of the need to revise local limits (ix, an updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40
CFR 122.441. The Perniittee shall develop, in accordance with 40 CFR 4015(e) and 15A NCAC 211 .0909,
specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCA.0 211
.0909.
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users, compliance with applicable (iretreatment standards. The Permittee must,
at.> Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIt1$) at least once per calendar year; and
ample, all Significant .Industrial Users (Sills) at least twice per calendar year for all pet
and pollutants, once during the period from January1 through wane 30 and once durin
period. :from July 1 through December 31, except for organic compounds which shall be ;sampled
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To: Western NPDES Program Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Dina Sprinkle
SOC Priority Project: No
Date: September 17, 2008
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Union
NPDES Permit No.: NC0080381
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: John Glenn WTP
City of Monroe
P. O. Box 69
Monroe, NC 28111-0069
2. Date of Investigation: September 12, 2008
3. Report Prepared By: Samar Bou-Ghazale, Environ. Engineer. II
4. Person Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. Allen Killough, ORC, [phone].
5. Directions to Site: From the jct. of Hwy 200 and Olive Branch Road, travel northeast on
Olive Branch Road approximately 3.5 miles to the intersection with Old Camden Road.
Turn left and proceed north on Old Camden Road. The WTP is on the immediate left (west)
side of the road following this turn.
6. Discharge Point(s), List for all discharge Points: -
Latitude: 35° 02' 13"
Longitude: 80° 28' 37"
Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site and discharge point on map.
USGS Quad No.: G 17 SW USGS Quad Name: Watson, NC
7. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): Yes. Ample room remains for
expansion.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Flat 1-2% grades. The WWTP does not
appear to be located within the 100year flood plain.
9. Location of Nearest Dwelling: No dwellings within 1,000 feet of the water treatment plant.

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1.0. Receiving Stream or Affected Surface Waters: Richardson Creek.
a.. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin 03-07-14
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The receiving
water is a segment of Stewarts Creek below the dam for. Lake Twittv.. Downstream
users are agricultural and secondary recreation.
PART It - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT 'ORKS
a. Volume of Wastewater: N/A
b, Current permitted capacity: N/A
c. Actual treatment capacity: N/A
d. Description of existing or substantially constructed treatment works: The existing
WWT facilities consist ofa sludge storage lagoon, a clarifier, a de -chlorination
contact chamber and 18 sludge drying beds.
e. Possible toxicimpacts to surface waters: Filter backwash waters could potentially have
toxic characte
Pretreatment
(POTWs only). Nt needed.
Residuals handling and disposal scheme:
siduals produced at the WTP are discharged to
the City's WW1 P for treatment and disposal via land application permit No. WQ0001346.
3 Treatment Plant Classification: N/A
4. SIC Code(s): 4941 Wastewater Code(s): 2 1 MTU Codes: 00013
PART ZII - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
I. Is this facility being constructedwith Construction Grants Funds (municipals only)?
Construction Grant funds were not used in the construction of this facility.
Special monitoring requests: NIA
. Additional effluent limits requests: N/A

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PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee, City of Monroe, has applied for permit renewal for the discharge of wastewater
from a water treatment plant. The permit is for the discharge of supernatant water from the clarifier.
The treatment facilities appeared to be in good condition during the site investigation.
Please note that a de -chlorination system consisting of a contact chamber with a'/2 HP.submersible
chemical mixer have been added to the facility since the last permit renewal.
Pending review and approval by the Western NPDES Program Unit, it is recommended that
the permit be renewed as requested.
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Signature of Report Pparer Date
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Surface Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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North G,arntirra
August 7, 2008
RUSSEI L G COLBATH PE
WATER. RESOURCES DIRECTOR.
CITY OF MONROE
PO BOX 69
MONROE NC 28111-0069
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross fir., Secretary
ururrtcat and Natural Resources
Coital 11. Sullins, Director
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal applica
NPDES Permit NC0080381
john Glenn WTP
Union County
Dear Mr. Co.lbath:
The NPDES Unit receive.;d your permit renewal application on August 5, 2008. .A member
of the NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is
required to complete your perm renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit
approximately 30-45 days before your existing pernut expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject pertrtit please contact
Robert Guerra at [phone].
cc: CENT .AL FILES
Mooresville Regional. Office "Surface Water Protection
NPDES Unit
Mailing Address
1617 Mail Serviee Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Phone. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Sirtc
Dina Sprinkle
NPDES Unit
Location
512 N. Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27604
Carolina.
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Internet: www.n watergIra
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Customer Service 1-877-623-6748
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CITY OF MONROE
P.O. BOX 69 - MONROE, NC 281.11-0069
FAX [phone]
my 25, 2008
Mrs. Dina. Sprinkle
NC-DBNi 'ater Qualityd'Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1677
Re: Application for Perrnit Renewal
NPDES Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
Stewarts Creek — Yadkin/Pee Dee Basin
Union County
Dear Mrs. Sprinkle:
DENR - WATER QUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH
Please find enclosed in triplicate an application for renewal of NPDES Permit No. NC0080381 for the discharge
of treated basin sludge and backwash water from a water treatment plant process to the waters of Stewarts Creek
in Union County. This application is being subri itted in advance of the 180 days required to the expiration of
the existing permit on January 31, 2009.
We are requesting that you review the enclosed application and renew our pe
requirements of state regulation.
accor
The facility is not a primary industry under Title 40CFR, Appendix A; therefore no priority pollutant analysis is
required. The facility is an existing facility. We have installed since the last permit renewal a sulfur dioxide
dec i orination system consisting of a contact chamber with a 'A HP submersible chemical mixer. Fiberglass
SO2 Building that houses two (2.) SO2 cylinders, scale, sulfonators with auto switch over valves and sulfur
dioxide alarm system.
Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time during the .review process at [phone] if you have any
questions.
Respectfully,
Russell G. Colbath P.E.
Water Resources Director

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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit Number
NC0080381
If you are completing this form in. computer use the TAB key or 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 City of Monroe
Facility Nance John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
Mailing Address PO Box 69
City Monroe
State / Zip Code NC 28111-0069
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail Address [e-mail]
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above ❑
Street Address or State Road
City
State / Zip Code
County
2119 Old Camden Road
Monroe
NC 28110
Union
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, consultant 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
4. Ownership Status:
City of Monroe
PO Box 69
Monroe
NC 28111-0069
[phone]
[phone]

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Federal ❑ State ❑ Private ❑ Public El
5. Type of treatment plant:
® Conventional (Includes coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation, usually followed by
filtration and disinfection)
❑ Ion Exchange (Sodium Cycle Cationic ion exchange)
El Green Sand Filter (No sodium recharge)
❑ Membrane Technology (RO, nanofiltration)
Check here if the treatment process also uses a water softener ❑
6. Description of source water(s) (i.e. groundwater, surface water)
Surface Water
7. Describe the treatment process(es) for the raw water:
Aeration, Fooculation, coagulation, sedmintation and filtration. In Lake Twitty we find
our first treatment process, aeration. From there the water is pumped from our source
water intake into the reaction basin. Potassium permanganate is injected into the water
prior to the reaction basin. Sodium hydroxide may be added prior to the reaction basin to
provide alkalinity to the source water for treatment when needed. From the reaction
basin the water flows to our splitter box. Carbon is added between the reaction basin and
the splitter box. Sodium hydroxide is added right before the splitter box for pH control
and alkalinity adjustment. Ferric Chloride is added in the splitter box and is our primary
coagulant. From the splitter box the water flows to the individual rapid mixers where it
receives mechanical mixing. We have the capability to add our primary coagulant here
also. Polymer may be added to the discharge of the rapid mixers to assist in the
flocculation/ coagulation process.
From the rapid mixers the water flows into our flocculators where slow mixing of the
water and chemicals occur for floc formation. The water exits the flocculators directly
into the sedimentation basins. In the basins the heavier particles settle to the bottom of
the basin where they are removed by a Trac Vac system and sent to the sludge thickener.
The clear water from the top of the basins is sent to the filters. The filters are dual media
dual cell filters. The filters are rated at 4.5 mgd each. The objective of the filters is to
remove any suspended particles. In the filters we add chlorine, and sodium hydroxide,
polymer may be added here as well. The filters have an air scouring system for
backwashing. The back wash water is sent to the sludge storage lagoon.
From the filters the water is sent to the 2 million -gallon clearwell for further disinfection
prior to being sent to the distribution system.
8. Describe the wastewater and the treatment process(es) for wastewater generated by the
facility:
The waste water from our facility is from ferric sludge and filter back washes.Filter
backwash water is sent to the sludge storage lagoon where the solids settle out and the
supernatant is sent to the clarifier. The clarifier also accepts the settled solids from the
sedimentation basins either from the trac vac system or a basin dump. In the sludge
thickener the solids continue to settle to the bottom and thickening. The sludge is drawn
off the bottom and dispersed to the drying beds for drying or to trucks for land
application. The supernatant from the sludge thickener is de -chlorinated with sulfur
dioxide and discharge to the creek through the NPDES permitted discharge point.

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
9. Number of separate discharge points: 1
Qutfali Identification number(s) 0€11
10. Frequency of discharge:
Continuous El Intermittent
If intermittent:
Days per week discharge occurs: 7 Duration:
11. Plant design potable flowrate l l MGD
Backwash or reject flow .898 MGD
12. Name of receiving streams) (Provide a rruzp
latitude and longitude):
Stewarts Creek
s t} to 24 hour
cation of each o tfafl, including
Please list all water treatment additives, including cleaning chemicals or disinfection
treatments, that have the potential to be discharged.
Ferric Chloride, Chlorine, Sulfur Dioxide, Carbon, Non -Ionic polymer, Copper Sulfate
Potassium Permanganate
14. Is this facility located on Indian country? (check one)
Yes E No Eg
15. Additional Information:
• Provide a schematic of flow through the facilaitlr, include flow volumes at all points in
the treatment process, and point of addition of chemicals.
• Solids Handlings Plan
16. NEW Applicants
Information needed in addition to items 1-15:
• New applicants must contact a permit coordinator with the NCD,11'+NR Cua to
Service Center.
Was the Customer Service Center contacted? El Yes El No

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
• Analyses of source water collected
• Engineering Alternative Analysis
• Discharges from Ion Exchange and Reverse Osmosis plants shall be evaluated using a
water quality model.
17. Applicant Certification
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.
Russell G. Colbath, P.E.
Printed non Signing
Signature of Applicant
Water Resources Director
Title
Date
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. $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.)

cJopy
Sludge Management Plan
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
City of Monroe, North Carolina
r7.,3d -Q
Wastewater from the water treatment process consists of backwash water from the filters and
ferric chloride sludge removed from the sedimentation basins.
The backwash water from the filters is discharged to the sludge storage lagoon_ In the sludge
storage lagoon solids from the backwash settle to the bottom_ The clear water on the top is then
pumped to our clarifier by our sludge storage lagoon decant pumps.
Ferric chloride sludge from the sedimentation basins is discharged to the clarifier by routine
operation of the trac vac system or during periodic basin cleaning.
In the clarifier the solids and water are separated. The solids are concentrated in the bottom of
the clarifier and pumped to the drying beds or to trucks for land application. During the pumping
process the sludge being pumped to the drying beds is condition with polymer at the sludge
pumps. All sludge is land applied in accordance with Land Application Permit No. WQ0001346.
The clear water from the top of the clarifier is discharged at controlled intervals by the decant
pumping station or gravity feed through the parshall flume where it is metered, from there it
flows through the dechlorination contact chamber into Stewarts Creek.

USGS Quad Marne:
w. ieceivirg Stream:
tream Class:C'
`,Stabbasin: 3Q71.4.
Ana _

N 'DE$ SYSTEM COLOR CODED GREEN
0 Manhole
Decant Pumps
(2)tit2OO pm e
Chemical Feed Legend
Potassium Permanganate
Powdered Activated Carbon
Sodium Hydroxide
Chlorine
Ferric Chloride
Polymer
Polyphosphate
Fluoride
Ammonia
Sulfur Dioxide
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant (11.0 MGD)
NPDES PERMIT # NC0080381
Monroe, NC
Process Schematic
oon Supernatant, Trac Vac Discharge and Baal;
Fitter Backrh and
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111 prcvtcus NPDES Permits
issuance., anv previously issued pen
and discharge from this facility a
The
EME TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
to this lac'
bearing th.
1NC0080381
ether for c perarion or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this pernut
her is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate
s under the pernut conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions sricluded herein,
ty of Monroe is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a water treatment plant with a discharge of filter -backwash
wastewater. Filter -backwash treafrnent components include:
Clarifier
18 sand beds
• 2 vacuum beds ._..
Sludge storage lagoon
• 2 submersible centrifugal decant pumps
Effluent parshall flume
• Flow metering device
This facility is located at the John Glenn WTP (conventional facility,. surface
water intake), northeast of Monroe at 2119 Old Camden Road (NCSR 1606) in
Union County.
SC)
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Stewarts Creek, classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

John Glenn 1 V "P - NC0080381
USGS Quad Lame: Monroe; G17SW
Receiving Stream: Stewarts Creek
Stream Class: C
Subbasin: 30714
Lat.: 35°02'13"
Long.: 80°28'37'.
Facility
Location
Not to SCALE

NPI.:)ES P'errnit Require,
Page 16 of 16
Monitoring data from samples collected. by both the POTW and the Siifcant Industrial
User (SIL"). These analytical results must be reported on industrial Data Summary Forms
(IDSI) or other specific format approved by the Division,
Other I i fc, a rt n a ti o n
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance. schedules,
public notice of SIU's 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 .l,ot c
The Perrnittee shall publish annually a list of Significant lndd.ustriai Users (SIUs) that were in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Perrnittee'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.
,Record heaping
The Permrttee shall ret; in for a minimum of three years records of monitt ring acti vibes and results, along
with support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the POTW.
The Perrnittee shall maintain adequate funding and staffing; levels to accomplish the objectives of its
approved pretreatment program.
14.. Mociification to Pretreat cent. Programs
Modif cations to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (STlls), and Monitoring Plan
modifications, shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCAC 2H .0114 and
15A NCAC 2H ..0907.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: NO
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles Weaver
Date: December 4, 2003
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Union
NPDES Permit No.: NC0080381
MRO No.: 03-85
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and address: John Glen WTP
2210 Old Camden Road
Monroe, NC 28110
2. Date of investigation: October 24, 2003
3. Report prepared by: B. Dee Browder, Environ. Engr. I
4. Person contacted and telephone number: Allen Killough, [phone]
5. Directions to site: From the junction of Highway 200 and Olive Branch Road
approximately .5 miles northeast of the Monroe city limits, travel northeast on
Olive Branch Road approximately 3.5 miles to the intersection with Old Camden
Road. Turn Ieft and proceed north on Old Camden Road. The WTP is on the
immediate left (west) side of the road following this turn.
6. Discharge point(s), List for all discharge points: -
Latitude: 35° 02' 13"
Longitude: 80° 28' 37"
Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site and discharge point
on map.
USGS Quad No.: G 17 SW Watson, NC
7. , Site size and expansion area consistent with application: Yes.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): The site is not located in a
flood plain.
1

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9. Location of nearest dwelling: No dwellings within 1,000 feet of the water
treatment plant.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Stewarts Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin 03-07-14
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The
receiving water is a segment of Stewarts Creek below the dam for Lake
Twitty. Downstream users are agricultural and secondary recreation.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater: N/A(Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity: N/A
c. Actual treatment capacity of current facility(current design capacity):N/A
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 WWI' facilities: Backwash
water from the water treatment filters is discharged to the wash water lagoon. The
supernatant is then discharged at controlled intervals by the decant pump station or
by gravity through the parshall flume where it is metered, from there it flows into
Stewarts Creek.
f. Description of proposed WW1- facilities: N/A
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: Filter backwash waters could
potentially have toxic characteristics.
h. Pretreatment program (POTWs only): Not Needed.
2. Residual handling and utili7ation/disposal scheme: Residuals produced at the WTP
are discharged to the City's WWTP for treatment and disposal via land application.
a. If residuals are being land applied specify DEM Permit No. WQ0001346
Residuals contractor: Town of Monroe
Telephone No. [phone]
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
3. Treatment plant classification: No treatment

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4. SIC Code(s): 4941 Wastewater Code(s): 21
5. MTU Code(s): 00000
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 SOC/JOC or compliance schedule dates: N/A
Submission of plans and specifications
Begin construction
Complete construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation
a. Spray irrigation: N/A
b. Connect to regional sewer system: NIA
c. Subsurface: N/A
d. Other disposal options: N/A
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee is applying for renewal of the permit to discharge filter backwash water. It
is recommended that the permit be renewed as requested.
Signature of ReportPreparer
D.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
hAdxiitisi991.dsr
Date
/2 :s.. 422
Date
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919 733-5083, extension 520 (tax) 919 733-0719
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ httplih2o.enr.state.nc.us/NPDES [e-mail]

eview pro
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e any quest_1cixs
CITY OF MONROE
P.O. BOX 69 • MONROE, NORTH CAROINA 28111-0069
PHONE 704-2 t2-4511 • FAX [phone]
30, 2003
Mrs. ValeryStephens
NC-DENRIWater Quality/Point Source Branch
I61.7 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1677
Re: Application for Permit Renewal
NPDES Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe John Glenn Water Treatment 1
Stewarts Creek — Yadkin/Pee Dee Basin
l lttion County
Dear Ms. Stephens:
se find enclosed in triplicate an application for renewal of NPDES Permit No, NC0080381 for the
discharge of treated basin sludge and backwash water from a water treatment plant process to the waters
of Stewarts Creek in Union County. This application is beingsubmitted in advance of the 1.80 days
required to the expiration of the existing permit on January 31., 2004.
We are requesting that you review the enclosed application and ben
requiretnents of state regulation.
ernrit in accordance with the
The facility' is not a primary industry under Title 4OCFR, Appendix A; therefore no priority pollutant
analysis is required. The facility is an existit
Please clo not hesitate to contact me at any time char
Russell Colbath, P.l.
Director of Water Resources
TASRVPiFILter Plant & Iln Nl'F) S [ eremi NC008'038 V , trplu �a R

NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C
For manufacturing or commercial facilities with a discharge <1 MGD (or WTPs)
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 NCO() 80381
Please print or type
1. Applicant and facility producing discharge
A. Name CITY OF MONROE - John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
B. Mailing address of applicant:
Street address P.O. BOX 69
City MONROE
County UNION
State NC Zip Code28111-0069
Telephone Number (704 )282-4601
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail address rcolbathca.monroenc.orq
C. Location of facility:
Contact Person Allen Killouoh
Street 2119 Old Camden Road
CityMonroe County Union
State NC Zip Code28110
Telephone Number (704 )282-4668
2. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code(s):4952
3. Number of employees:10
4. Principal product(s) produced Potable Water
Principal raw material(s) consumed: ferric chloride
5. Principal process(es):flocculation, coagulation, sedimentation, filtration
6. Amount of principal product produced (or raw material consumed)
(List specific amounts consumed and/or units of production
Product Produced or Raw Material Consumed
(AVERAGE)
Product Produced or Raw Material Consumed
(PEAK)
per Day
6,680,000 gallons
10,000,000 gallons
per Month
202,000,000 gallons
251,270,000 gallons
per Year
2,434,000,000 gallons
2,434,000,000 gallons
7. Check here if discharge occurs al! year E/, or
Circle the month(s) in which discharge occurs: January February March April
May June July August September October November December
Page 1 of 2
Version --11/2000

NOES SYSTEM COLOR CWED GREEN
Manhole
Chemical Feed Legend
Potassium Permanganate
Powdered Activated Carbon ----�
Sodium Hydroxide
Chlorine
Ferric Chloride
Polymer
Polyphosphate
Fluoride
" nia
cide
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant (11.0 MGD)
NPDES PERMIT # NC0080381
Monroe, NC
Process Schematic
e &ion Supernatant, Trac Vac discharge and Basi Floor Drains to Clarifier
p Basin Drains (Water)
Ammonia Tank and Building
To Distribution
Reaction Basin
Avert e t 74 mg
Max 1.c mstd
Min 9.34 WI
Stewarts C

Mr. Allen Killough
City of Monroe
P,©, Box 69
Monroe, North, Carob
NCDENR.
28111-0069
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MC DEPT ape,EN�i1,
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W11tlr�on G. Rossi
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natu
Alan W. Klimek fa, Director
Division of Water Quality
DEC 3 0 2003
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Perrni
Sohn Glenn \\`IT
L:`nicn Count,
8
Dear NE. 1<il ought.
Din personnel have reviewed and approved your .application for renewal a'1 of the subject permit,
Accordittgly, wee are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-21.5.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North
Carolina and the U.S. .Fnvironanental. Protection Agency crated May 9, 1994 (or as ,subsequently amended).
This final permit includes no masrar changes from the draft permit sent to 3'eau on November 5, 2003.
This permit includes a -FRC limit that will take effect on August 1,. 2005. Ity-ou Dish to install
dechlorination equipment, the Division has promulgated a simplified approval process for such projects- Crtddance
for approval of dechlorination pr( ached.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contanined in this permit are unacceptable to
you, ,ou have the right to an ad)udicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt'. of
this letter- ` `his 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 Mad Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolinas 27fac tl-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision .shall be final and binding..
Please note that this permit is tatat transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may recpnre
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 hand
Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other .Federal or Local governmental permit that may be.
required. If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Dawn Jeffries at telephone number (919)
733-5083, extension 595.
cc. Central ilex
Mooresville Regional Office/Water (.1ua
NPDES Unit
N. C. Division of Water Quality l NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center„ Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Internet: h2o.enr,state.nc.us
Alan \X',
e
Phone: [phone]
fax [phone]'719
DENR Customer Service Center: 1 800 623-'7748

Permit NC0080381
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
City of Monroe
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
-John- Glenn WTP
2119 Old Camden Road (NCSR 1606)
Monroe
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Stewarts Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee 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 February 1, 2004.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2009.
Signed this day December 29, 2003.
nAllm
A, Goodrich
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0080381
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby revoked. As of this permit
issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate
and discharge from this facility arises under the permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The City of Monroe is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a water treatment plant with a discharge of filter -backwash
wastewater. Filter -backwash treatment components include:
> Clarifier Go
> 18 sand beds Z ➢ 2 vacuum beds -- ib+ used (51 ~2; 6Al`o) ibali � 4. ctiv
➢ Sludge storage lagoon Lev-
➢ .2 submersible centrifugal decant pumps
> Effluent parshall flume
D. Flow metering device
This facility is located at the John Glenn WTP (conventional facility, surface
water intake), northeast of Monroe at 2119 Old Camden Road (NCSR 1606) in
Union County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Stewarts Creek, classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

John Glenn WTP - NC0080381
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Receiving Stream: Stewarts Creek
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Permit NC0080381
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 shalt 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
Weekly
Instantaneous
Effluent
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Settleable Solids
0.1 mVL
0.2 m1IL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Turbidityi
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Iron
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Aluminum
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine2
28pg1I
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The discharge from this facility shall not cause turbidity in the receiving stream to exceed 50 NTU. If the
instream turbidity exceeds 50 NTU due to natural background conditions. the discharge cannot cause
turbidity to increase in the receiving stream.
2. Limit takes effect August 1. 2005. Until the limit takes effect, the permittee shall monitor TRC (with no
effluent limit).
All samples must be collected from a typical discharge event.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

NPDES Permit Requirements
Pagel of 16
PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act, as amended, 33 USC 1251, et. seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean '
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which
is not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 ml in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time
interval between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically.
Composite samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour
period of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period
with the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling
point. Flow measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and
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.
Version 6/20/2003

NPDES Permit Requirements
Page 2 of 16
In accordance with (4) above, influent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
Effluent grab samples shall not be collected more than once per hour except at wastewater treatment systems
having a detention time of greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluent grab samples may be collected at
intervals evenly spaced over the 24-hour period that are equal in number of hours to the detention time of the
system in number of days. However, the interval between effluent grab samples may not exceed six hours nor
the number of samples less than four during a 24-hour sampling period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. The "daily discharge" concentration comprises the mean
concentration for a 24-hour sampling period as either a composite sample concentration or the arithmetic mean of all
grab samples collected during that period. (40 CFR 122.3)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. The Division expects that sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other
disruptions of normal operations prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week
for any permit parameter(s), that requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
Facility Closure
The cessation of wastewater treatment at a permitted facility, or the cessation of all activities that require coverage
under the NPDES. Completion of facility closure will allow this permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 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 Clean Water Act.
Instantaneous flow measurement
A measure of flow taken at the time of sampling, when both the sample and flow will be representative of the total
discharge.
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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 IssuingAuthority
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 not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined
up to $2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41 (a) (2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g.
Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such
sections in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are
not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$25,000. Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $10,000 per day for each. day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $125,000. [40 CFR
122.41 (a) (3)]
2_ Duty to Mitigate
The 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
[40 CFR 122.41 (d)].
3_ Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Part II. C. 4), "Upsets" (Part II. C. 5) and "Power
Failures" (Part II. C. 7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any
responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309
of the Federal Act, 33 USC 1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as
fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the ' responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any
exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any 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 pernut 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 Iermittee 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 vicepresident 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]:
"Y certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate
the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons
directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and
belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned
changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 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
➢ CompIy 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:
➢ Receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a
new ORC and back-up ORC
D A vacancy in the position of ORC or back-up ORC.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance resources necessary to operate the existing
facilities at optimum efficiency. The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and
systems of treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to
achieve compliance with the conditions of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate
laboratory controls and appropriate quality assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install
and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the
permit [40 CFR 122.41 (e)].
3. Need to Halt or Reduce nor 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
(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.
(3)
The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41 (n) (2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action
brought. for noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of
paragraph b..of this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that
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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 Sludge (when
promulgated) within the time provided in the regulation, even if the permit is not modified to incorporate the
requirement. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 2H.0124 —
Reliability) to prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes, during electrical power failures
either by means of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be characteristic of the volume and nature of
the permitted discharge. Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is
characteristic of the discharge over the entire period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the
monitoring points specified in this permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted
by any other wastestream, body of water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without
notification to and the approval of the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.41 (j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 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
A1IBNTION: 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 mote than 1510,000 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 Perrnittee's sewage sludge
use and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40
CFR 503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including.
> all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ 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 ReportingRequirements
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 (I)]. 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 frequendy 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 II. E. 5 and 6. of this permit at
the time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II. E. 6. of
this permit [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or
submitted incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit
such facts or information [40 CFR 122.41 (1) (8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the
Division as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the
occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential.
Knowingly making any false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as
provided for in NCGS 143-2I5.1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CIean 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 122.411
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 plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for
the proposed construction have been submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written noticefrom the Director of the Division of Water Quality, conduct groundwater
monitoring as may be required to determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current
groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent
basis, of any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for 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 "notification Ievels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Evaluation of Wastewater Discharge Alternatives
The Permittee shall evaluate all wastewater disposal alternatives and pursue the most environmentally sound
alternative of the reasonably cost effective alternatives. If the facility is in substantial non-compliance with the terms
and conditions of the NPDES permit or governing rules, regulations or laws, the Permittee shall submit a report in
such form and detail as required by the Division evaluating these alternatives and a plan of action within G0 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:
a. Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees
Centigrade using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
b. Pollutants which will cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case Discharges
with pH lower than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such Discharges;
c. Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which will cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW
resulting in Interference;
d. Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow
rate and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
e. Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in
no case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C
(104°F) unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
f. Petroleum oil, nonbiodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will
cause interference or pass through;
g. Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a
quantity that may cause acute worker health and safety problems;
h. Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the
Permittee to supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to
ensure compliance by the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee
may be necessary regarding some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any industrial discharges sending influent to the permitted system to meet
Federal Pretreatment Standards promulgated in response to Section 307(b) of the Act. Prior to accepting
wastewater from any significant industrial user, the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the
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Division a Pretreatment Program for approval per 15A NCAC 2H .0907(a) or modify an existing
Pretreatment Program per I5A 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 (AT) which summarizes the results
of the Headworks Analysis (HWA) and the limits from all Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP).
Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA.
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6. Authoriz non to Construct C4
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable
industrial users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of
an AKC, the proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to
comply with all .Industrial. User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations..
POTW Inspection & Monitoring .of their, $JL,-Ls
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;
Sf[ Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all industrial users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division approved pretreatment program, the industry s pretreatment permit,
or in 15A NCAC 2H .0908.
Enforcement Respon 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.
All enforcement actions shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response Plan (ERP) approved by the
Division.
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (P{ ' )
The Pertnittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0908. In lieu of submitting
annual reports, Modified. Pretreatment Programs developed under 1 SA NCAC 2H .0904 (b) may be
required to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment requirernerits
and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permit shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual
Report (PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous twelve months to the Division at the
following address:
NC DENR / DWQ / Pretreat
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-161
rot Unit
orts shall be submitted according tc a schedule established by the Director and shall contain the
a) Nara ve
A brief discussion of reasons for, status of, and actions taken 1`tir all Significant Industrial
Users (SIUs) in Significant Non -Compliance (SNC);
b.) Pretreatment Program Stan mary; (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) onspecific forms approved by the Division;
c.) i ifi a o e t CR
Tlie nature of the violations and the actions taken or proposed to correct the violations on
specific forms approved by the Division;
d.) 1 t a '" trrti D
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Monitoring data frt>m samples collected by both the pony and the Significant Industrial
Laser (SICK). These analytical results tnust be reported on Industrial Data Summary .Forms
(1DSF) or other specific format approved by the Division;
Oth,,r Information
Copies of the POTSW's allocation table, new or tnodified enforcement compliance schedules,
public notice of SIUs in`SNC, and any other information, upon request, which in the
opinion of the Director is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment
implementation. requirements, of this permit;
11. Public.Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Significant industrial Users (SIUs that were in Significant
Non -Compliance (SNC) as defined in the Pertrnittee'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.
Record Keeping
The Pcrmittee shall retain for a minimum of throe years records of monitoring activities and results,, along
with support infarmaunn including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact
on the POTW''.
13. Fundin axed
The Permittee shall.
adequate funding and staffing
approved pretreatment program.
v
accomplish the objectives of its.
14.. Modification ter I;aretrCtaaen.t Programs.
Modifications to the approved pre rearrnent program including but not limited to lcrc
modifications, POTW monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Morntttr:
modifications,. shall be considered a permit modification and shall be governed by 15 NCM. 2 I .O1t4 and
15A NCAC. 21I.0907..
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To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles Weaver
Date: December 4, 2003
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Union
NPDES Permit No.: NC0080381
MRO No.: 03-85
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
L Facility and address: John Glen WTP
2210 Old Camden Road
Monroe, NC 28110
2. Date of investigation: October 24, 2003
3. Report prepared by: B. Dee Browder, Environ. Engr. 1
4. Person contacted and telephone number: Allen Killough, [phone]
5. Directions to site: From the junction of Highway 200 and Olive Branch Road
approximately .5 miles northeast of the Monroe city limits, travel northeast on
Olive Branch Road approximately 3.5 miles to the intersection with Old Camden
Road. Turn left and proceed north on OId Camden Road. The WTP is on the
immediate left (west) side of the road following this turn.
6. Discharge point(s), List for all discharge points: -
Latitude: 35° 02' 13"
Longitude: 80° 28' 37"
Attach a USGS Map Extract and indicate treatment plant site and discharge point
on map.
USGS Quad No.: G 17 SW Watson, NC
7. , Site size and expansion area consistent with application: Yes.
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): The site is not located in a
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9. Location of nearest dwelling: No dwellings within 1,000 feet of the water
treatment plant.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters: Stewarts Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin 03-07-14
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: The
receiving water is a segment of Stewarts Creek below the dam for Lake
Twitty. Downstream users are agricultural and secondary recreation.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater: N/A(Design Capacity)
b. What is the current permitted capacity: N/A
c. Actual treatment capacity of current facility(current design capacity):N/A
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: Backwash
water from the water treatment filters is discharged to the wash water lagoon. The
supernatant is then discharged at controlled intervals by the decant pump station or
by gravity through the parshall flume where it is metered, from there it flows into
Stewarts Creek.
f. Description of proposed WWT facilities: N/A
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: Filter backwash waters could
potentially have toxic characteristics.
h. Pretreatment program (POTWs only): Not Needed.
2. Residual handling and utili7ntion/disposal scheme: Residuals produced at the WTP
are discharged to the City's WWTP for treatment and disposal via land application.
a. If residuals are being land applied specify DEM Permit No. WQ0001346
Residuals contractor: Town of Monroe
Telephone No. [phone]
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP PFRP N/A
c. Landfill: N/A
3. Treatment plant classification: No treatment

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4. SIC Code(s): 4941 Wastewater Code(s): 21
5. MTU Code(s): 00000
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: N/A
b. Connect to regional sewer system: N/A
c. Subsurface: N/A
d. Other disposal options: N/A
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
The permittee is applying for renewal of the permit to discharge filter backwash water. It
is recommended that the permit be renewed as requested.
Signature of Report Preparer
t) 03
Date
/2- S. cJ 1
Water Quality Regional Supervisor Date
h:a.r

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Alan W. Klimek, RE., Director
August 5, 2003
Mr. Allen Killough
City of Monroe
PO Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111-0069
Subject: NPDES Perm
Permit NCO°
John Glenn P
Union County
Dear Mr. Killough:.
AUG 0 8
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on August 1, 2003. Thank you for
submitting this package.
The permit renewal for this facility has been assigned to Charles Weaver. This staff member will
contact you if further 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 4 years 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 mandatory deadlines in
the statutes which govern our program.
If this staff shortage delays reissuance of NC0080381 the existing requirements in your permit
will remain in effect until the permit is renewed (or the Division takes other action). We
appreciate your patience and understanding while we operate with a severely depleted staff. If
you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact
Charles Weaver at [phone], extension 511.
cc: .Mooresville -Regional Office, Water Quality Section
NPDES File
Central Files
Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27599- 517
Sincerely,
Valery Stephens
Point Source Unit
919 733-5083, extension 520 919 7 719
ON THE INTERNET @ http;Ah2o.enr.state,nc,us)NPCES Valery.Stephens®nanaiLnet

CITY OF MONROE
PO, BOX 69 • MONROE. NORTH CAROINA 28111-0069
PHONE [phone] • FAX [phone]
2003
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC-DENR/Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1677
Re: Application for Permit Renewal
NPDES Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe John Glenn Water TreatmentPlant
Stewarts Creek — Yadkin/Pee Dee Basin
Union County
Dear Ms. Stephens:
Please find enclosed 'in tripr an applieat'ion for renewal of NPDES Permit No. NC0080381. for the
discharge of treated basin sludge and backwash water front a water treatment plant process to the waters
of Stewarts Creek in Union County. This application is being submitted in advance of the 180 days
required to the expiration of the existing permit on January 31, 2004.
We are requestia
requirernents of
that you rey{ie.
ate regulation.
enclosed application and renew our permit in accordance w
The facility is neat a primary industry under Title 4{}CFR, Appendix A; th
analysis is required. The facility is an existing, facility.
Please do not hesitate to costae
Respectfully,
Russell Colbath, P.E.
Director of Water Resources
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e during tl.r review process
T,ASiVieRTiOter Plans K Dwn NPDES Pervinit NCO010 381 Applicaaac'.bu; Rencwa
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NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION - SHORT FORM C
For manufacturing or commercial facilities with a discharge <1 MGD (or WTPs)
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 NC00 80381
Please print or type
1. Applicant and facility producing discharge
A. Name CITY OF MONROE -. John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
B. Mailing address of applicant:
Street address P.O. BOX 69
City MONROE
County UNION
State NC Zip Code28111-0069
Telephone Number (704 )282-4601
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail address rcolbatha.monroenc.orq
C. Location of facility:
Contact Person Allen Killough
Street 2119 Old Camden Road
CityMonroe County Union
State NC Zip Code28110
Telephone Number (704 )282-4668
2. Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code(s):4952
3. Number of employees:10
4. Principal product(s) produced Potable Water
Principal raw material(s) consumed: ferric chloride
5. Principal process(es):flocculation, coagulation, sedimentation, filtration
6. Amount of principal product produced (or raw material consumed)
(List specific amounts consumed and/or units of aroduction
Product Produced or Raw Material Consumed
(AVERAGE)
Product Produced or Raw Material Consumed
(PEAK)
per Day
6,680,000 gallons
10,000,000 gallons
per Month
202,000,000 gallons
251,270,000Qallons -1
2,434,000,000 gallons
per Year
2,434,000,000 gallons
7. Check here if discharge occurs all year , or
Circle the month(s) in which discharge occurs: January February March April
May June July August September October November December
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For manufacturing or commercial facilities with a discharge <1 MGD (or WTPs)
Days per week discharge occurs: 365
NOTE: If the facility has separate discharge points (outfalls) or multiple industrial processes, include a schematic
diagram of wastewater flow at the facility.
8. Types of wastewater discharged to surface waters only (check as applicable).
Discharge per operating day
Flow
(GALLONS PER OPERATING DAY)
Volume treated before discharging
(PERCENT)
Sanitary - daily average
Cooling water, etc. - daily average
Process water - daily average
315,000
100%
Maximum per operating day for
total discharge (all types)
732,000
100%
9. If any of the types of wastewater identified in item 8 (either treated or untreated) are discharged to places
other than surface waters, record the amount(s) discharged below:
A. Municipal sewer system N/A gpd
B. Underground well NIA gpd
C. Septic tank NIA gpd
D. Evaporation lagoon. or pond N/A gpd
E. Other, specify N/A gpd
10. Number of separate discharge points: 1
11. Name of receiving stream(s):Stewart Creek
12. 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? Circle all that apply:
aluminuj ammonia beryllium cadmium chromium c lorine (residual
copper cyanide lead mercury nickel oil and grease
phenols selenium zinc None of the above
1 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.
Russell G. Colbath Director of Water Resources
Printed name of Person Signing Title
Signature of Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6E O 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.
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Sludge Management Plan
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
City of Monroe, North Carolina
Wastewater from the water treatment process consists of backwash water from the filters and ferric
chloride sludge removed from the sedimentation basins.
The backwash water from the filters is discharged to the.wash water lagoon. In the wash lagoon solids
from the backwash settle to the bottom. The clear water on the top is then pumped to our clarifier by our
wash water lagoon decant pumps.
Ferric chloride sludge from the sedimentation basins is discharged to the clarifier by routine operation of
the trac vac system or during periodic basin cleaning.
In the clarifier the solids and water are separated. The solids are concentrated in the bottom of the
clarifier and pumped to sand drying beds. During the pumping process the sludge is condition with
polymer at the sludge pumping pumps. The dewatered cake from the sand drying beds is currently taken
to the City of Monroe's wastewater plant where it is blended with their sludge and land applied in
accordance with Land Application Permit No. WQ0001346.
The clear water from the top of the clarifier is dischargedat controlled intervals by the decant pumping
station or gravity feed through the parshall flume where it is metered, from there it flows into Stewarts
Creek.
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TASlWR/Filter Plant & Dam/NPDES Permit NC0080331 Application Renewal Letter 7-30-03

Russell G. Colhath
City of Monroe
Post. Office Box 69
Monroe, NC
I:�ear Perm.itte.e:
2H.0I
pe�rnaiu
NCDENR
28111
r 'NPDES permit expires on anurtcy
ions require that permit r ne al
you have already mailed your renewal
1 is satisfy this requirement, your renewal p
2003. Failure to request renewal of the permit
may be assessed depending upon the delinquet
1f any wastewater discha
wastewater without a valid permit would v
n:ta°ly result in assessment of civil penalties,
If all wastewater discharge has ceased at vnr
Division's Compliance Enforcement Unit at (919) 7
Office at: [phone] to begin the rescission prrx
the perrtt.
address It
Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
, 2003
Subject: Renewal Notice
NPDES Permit NC0080381
John Glenn WIT)
Union County
2ll04. Fed.eral (40 CFR 122.41) and North Carolina (15A. NCAC
pplicratiratra must he fled at least 1.80 days prior to expiration of the current
application, you may disregard this notice.
kage roust be sent
late may result
request.
the Divis
eked no later than August 4,
least $500.00, Larger penalties
2llt , the current permit must he renewed. Discharge of
thaarolina General
5t 00 per day.
43-2'i 5,1; unpermitted discharges of wastewater
ar facility, and you wish tea rescind this pen
Bob Sledge of the
5083, extension 547. You may also contact the Mooresville: Regional
Use the enclosed checklist to complete yr>i.n renewal package. The checl
it renewal application. If you have any questions, please contact Valcry S
cc: t.entra11°`iles
lsaores °i.ile Regional Office,, Water Qcttalirw 8 a ua,n
NPl.)1)S File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699,1617
VISIT US ON THE INTERNET @ hltp.ifh2o,enr.state.nc.USJNPDES
Sincerely,
NPDES Unit
e
utt sutrnat
phe.ns at the telephone_ number or c-rn:iil
919 733-5083, extension 520
e-mail: valery.stephens@ncrn
9 733.0

NPDES Permit NC0080381
John Glenn WTP
Union County
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
❑ A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies.
❑ 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 (such as a consulting engineer or environmental consultant) prepares
the renewal package, written documentation must be provided showing the authority delegated to any
such Authorized Representative (see Part II.B.11.b of the existing NPDES permit).
❑ 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 by any Municipal or Industrial facilities discharging
process wastewater:
Industrial facilities classified as Primary Industries' (see Appendices A-D to Title 40 of the Code of Federal
Regulations, Part 122) and ALL Municipal facilities with a permitted flow ? 1.0.MGD.must submit a
Priority Pollutant Analysis (PPA) in accordance with 40 CFR Part 122.21.
The above requirement does NOT apply to privately owned facilities treating 100%
domestic wastewater, or facilities which discharge non process wastewater (cooling
water, Ater backwash, etc.)
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:
Mrs. Valery Stephens
NC DENR / Water Quality / Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617

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GOVERNOR
BILL HOLMAN
SECRETARY
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Director of Water Resources
P.O. Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111
- Dear Mr. Colbath:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
January 27, 2000
Permit No. NC0080381
John Glenn WTP
Union County, NC
Our records indicate that NPDES Permit No. NC0080381 was issued on January 25,
2000 for the discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State from your facility.
The purpose of this letter is to advise you of the importance of the Permit and the liabilities in
the event of failure to comply with the terms and conditions of the Permit. If you have not
already done so, it is suggested that you thoroughly read the Permit. Of particular importance
are Pages 4 'and 5.
Pages 4 and 5 set forth the effluent limitations and monitoring requirements for your
discharge. Your discharge must not exceed any of the limitations set forth. The section
headed "Monitoring Requirements" describes the measurement frequencies, sample types and
sampling locations. Upon commencement of your discharge (or operation), you must initiate
the required monitoring. The monitoring results must be entered on reporting forms
furnished or approved by this Agency. If you have not received these forms, they should be
arriving shortly. If you fail to receive the forms, please contact this Office as quickly as
possible. I have enclosed a sample of the "Effluent" reporting form (DEM Form MR-1), plus
instructions for completing the form. It is imperative that 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.
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Mr. Russell Colbath
January 27, 2000
The remaining parts of the Permit set forth definitions, general conditions and
special conditions applicable to the operation of wastewater treatment facilities and/or
discharge(s). The conditions include special reporting requirements in the event of
noncompliance, bypasses, treatment unit/process failures, etc. Also addressed are
requirements for a certified wastewater treatment plant operator if you are operating
wastewater treatment facilities. Any changes in operation of wastewater treatment facilities,
quantity and type of wastewater being treated or discharged, expansion and/or upgrading of
wastewater treatment facilities must be permitted or approved by this Agency.
Failure to comply with the terms and conditions of an NPDES Permit subjects the
Permittee to enforcement action pursuant to Section 143-215.6 of the North Carolina General
Statutes. A civil penalty of up to $25,000 per violation (and/or criminal penalties) may be
assessed for such violations. If you find at any time that you are unable to comply with the
terms and conditions of the Permit, you should contact this Office immediately. A Special
Order by Consent (SOC) may be necessary while pursuing action to obtain compliance.
As a final note, an NPDES Permit is normally issued for a five-year period. Permits
are not automatically renewed. Renewal requests must be submitted to this Agency no later
than 180 days prior to expiration. Please make note of the expiration date of your Permit.
This date is set forth on Page 1 of the Permit. Also note that NPDES Permits are not
automatically transferable. If you, as the Permittee, cease to need this Permit, then you
should request that the Division of Water Quality rescind the Permit or request that the
Division of Water Quality reissue the Permit to another party, if necessary.
As mentioned previously, the purpose of this Ietter 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 of you have any questions or need clarification. We look forward to providing
any assistance.
Enclosure
DRG:de
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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. Russell Coll atli
Director of Water Resources
P.O. Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Colhath:
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January 25, 2000
NORT i CCAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Issuance. of NPDES Pe NCO f11 0381.
ohn Glenn WTP
Union County
The Division received your applicationfor a wastewater discharge permit on June 4, 1.999.
vision personnel have reviewed and approved your application. Accordingly, we are fonvardiwr , the
tached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North
rrohina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement.' between North Carolina and
e U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated 'December 6, 1983, and as subsequently amended.
If any parts, tneasuremen.t frequencies or sampfnrg requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an .adjuchcatory hearing upon written request within thirty
(30) days following receipt of this letter. '1 his request must. be in the form of a written petition,.
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes. tiled with the Office of
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh. North Carolina 27699-6'714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit .is not transferable ex after
equirc modification or revocation and reissuance of the perrni
a the Division. The Division
This permit sloes not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be
by the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of id Resoarrces„ the
Area Management Act or .any other Federal or Local ,governmental permit that may be
If you laavc; ara,yy garestions c.rarac:c, rni g this permit. -)lease.
number (919) 733-5,083, extension
Sincerely,
Original Signed B
["David A Goof,
Kerr T. Stevens
NPDES Unit
Point Source Coraiphance Enforcerne
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Permit NC0080381
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
City of Monroe
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
John Glenn WTP
2119 Old Camden Road (NCSR 1606)
Monroe
Union County
to receiving waters designated as Stewarts Creek in the Yadkin -Pee Dee 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 March 1, 2000.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on January 31, 2004.
Signed this day January 25, 2000.
Original Signed By
David A. Goodrich
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0080381
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
The City of Monroe is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate a water treatment plant with a discharge of filter -backwash
wastewater. Filter -backwash treatment components include:
D Clarifier
D 18 sand beds
D 2 vacuum beds
D Sludge storage lagoon
D 2 submersible centrifugal decant pumps
D Effluent parshall flume
D Flow metering device
This facility is located at the John Glenn WTP, northeast of Monroe at 2119 Old
Camden Road (NCSR 1606) in Union County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached
map into Stewarts Creek, classified C waters in the Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin.

Latitude: 35°02 13'
Longit„ de: 80°28' 3T'
Quart # G17SW
Receiving Stream: Stewarts Creek
Stream Class C
Subbasin 30714
NC0080381
City of Monroe
John Glenn WTP
North
SCALE 1:24000

Permit NC0080381
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS — FINAL
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittec 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
Weekly
Instantaneous
Effluent
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
Settleable Solids
0.1 mIIL
0.2 m!IL
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Turbidityi
Weekly
Grab
Upstream & Downstream
Iron
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Aluminum
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The discharge from this facility shall not cause turbidity in the receiving stream to exceed 50 NTU. If the
instream turbidity exceeds 50 NTU due to natural background conditions, the discharge cannot cause
turbidity to increase in the receiving stream.
All samples must be collected from a typical discharge event.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

PART I
Stirn 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.
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 Iimitation 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 sarnpled
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 1 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 1 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.
E. The "quarterly average concentration" is' the average of all samples taken over a calendar
quarter. It is identified as "Quarterly Average Limitation" in the text of Part 1 of the permit.
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 the total daily flows rage flow
duringaveraged
e
monthly. It is determined as the arithmetic mean o
calendar month.
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b. An "instantaneous flow measurement" is a measure
re of the ow token discharge time of sampling, when
both the sample and flow will be representative
"continuous flow measurement" is a measure of discharge h fromursw e facility
ic lity which
occurs
rcontinuals
c• ' A interruption throughout the operating
mon toned withouti lyexce
monitored continually except for the
infrequent
device times when there may be no flow or for
infrequent maintenance activities on the flow
8. T es of Sam les
a. Composite Sample: A composite sample shall consist of:
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(1) a series of grab samples collected at eguoft��W'measvred at the timervals over a 24 e of individualdsampleischarge
and combined proportional to the rate
collection, or
(2) a series of grabbetween
samples oequal volnedub eacpresetenumber of gallons passing the sampling
alo
intervals between samples determine y P be point. Flow measurement the betweensample
interval between samplecollection fixed at
recorder and totalizer, .,and the p g
no greater than 1 /2s of the expected
pected overa 241y flow at the treatment system, or
hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(3) a single, continuous sample
In accordance with (1) above, the time interval between influent grab samples shall be no
greater than once per hour, and the time interval
a�betsne t 5ysflemshansamples tention time of
greater than once per hour except at wastewater
greater than 24 hours. In such cases, effluenargrabal in number of hours to the detention ri time
s may be collected at time intervals
evenly spaced over the 24 hour period which�
of the system ine number f days. hours nor the number of samples lesswever, in no case may the time ethan four (4) during a
grab samples be greater than six (6)
24 hour sampling period.
b. Grab Sample: Grab samples are individual
� ntakenples cmanually ollected V`Grab samples r a period of tmust be
ime not.
exceeding 15 minutes; the grab sample
representative of the discharge or the receiving waters.
9 Calculation of Means
etic Mean: The arithmetic mean of any set of values is the summation of the individual
a Anthm
values divided by the number of individual values.
Mean: The geometric mean of any set of values isthe Nth . t
ofThe the prodgeometriuct of the
ise
b. Geometric c equal to the number of individual
individual valueshwhere N is of equivalent to the antilog of the arithmetic meavalues of zero(0) shallfbe considered to be one
ividual values.
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For purposes of calculating the geometric mean,
(1).
i hted byFlow Value: Weighted by flow value means
thee umectia atiflows f each concentration
c. Weg
times its respective flow divided by the summation of

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10. Calendar Day
A calendar clay 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 CONDITIONS
1. Duty to Comply
The permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance
constitutes a violation of the Clean Water Act and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit
termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification; or denial of a permit renewal application.
a. The permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section
307(a) of the Clean Water Act for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or
disposal established under section 405(d) of the Clean Water Act within the time provided in
the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards for sewage sludge
use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The Clean Water Act provides that any person who violates a permit condition is subject to a
civil penalty not to exceed $25,000 per day for each violation. Any person who negligently
violates any permit condition is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 1 year, or both. Any person who knowingly
violates permit conditions is subject to criminal penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of
violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. Also,.any person who violates a
permit condition may be assessed an administrative penalty not to exceed $10,000 per violation
with the maximum amount not to exceed $125,000. [Ref: Section 309 of the Federal Act 33
U.S.C. 1319 and 40-CFR 122.41 (a)]
c. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation
may be assessed against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms,
conditions, or requirements of a permit. [Ref: North Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
d. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating
section 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the Act,- or any permit condition or limitation
implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act.
Administrative penalties for Class 1 violations are not to exceed $10,000 per violation, with
the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed $25,000. 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 I1 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 Iikelihood 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 31I of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321.
Furthermore, the permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even
though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property,
or any exclusive privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of
personal rights, nor any infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations.
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical
structures or facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable, and if any provision of this permit, or the application
of any provision of this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such
provision to other circumstances, and the remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby.
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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 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed
and certified.
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a
responsible corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president
of the corporation in charge of a principal business function, or any other person who
performs similar policy or decision making functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager
of one or more manufacturing production or operating facilities employing more than 250
persons or having gross annual sales or expenditures exceeding 25 million (in second quarter
1980 dollars), if authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the manager
in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor,
respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive
officer or ranking elected official.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing
Authority shall be signed by a person described above or by a duly authorized representative of
that person. A person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the
overall operation of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant
manager, operator of a well or well field, superintendent, a position of equivalent
responsibility, or an individual or position having overall responsibility for environmental
matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be either a named
individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.
c. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall
make the following certification:
"I certify, under penalty oflaw,- 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
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This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request
by the permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a
notification of planned changes or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition.
13. Permit Modification. Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and
modifying the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by
the laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and
123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H .0100; and North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
14. Previous Permits
All previous National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permits issued to this facility,
whether for operation or discharge, are hereby revoked by issuance of this permit. [The exclusive
authority to operate this facility arises under this permit. The authority to operate the facility
under previously issued permits bearing .this number is no longer effective. 1 The conditions,
requirements, terms, and provisions•of this permit authorizing discharge under the National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System govern discharges from this facility.
SECTION C. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF POLLUTION CONTROLS
1. Certified Operator
Pursuant to Chapter 90A-44 of North Carolina General Statutes, and upon classification of the
facility by the Certification Commission, the permittee shall employ a certified wastewater
treatment plant operator in responsible charge (ORC) of the wastewater treatment facilities. Such
operator must hold a certification of the grade equivalent to or greater than the classification
assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the Certification Commission. The permittee
must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and any grade to comply
with the conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each Class I
facility at least weekly and each Class II, III, and IV facility at least daily, excluding weekends
and holidays, and must properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the
facility and must comply with all other conditions of Title 15A, Chapter 8A .0202. Once the
facility is classified, the permittee shall submit.a letter to the Certification Commission which
designates the operator in responsible charge within thirty days after the wastewater treatment
facilities are 50% complete.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of
treatment and control (and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the perrnittee 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
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3. Need o Halt r Reduce not a Defense
Imaintain c compliance with the beenine of this
be a defense for a permittee in an enforcement action that it would have necessary
to shall not permitted activity in order to
halt or reduce the
permit. •
4. B assin of Treatment Facilities
a. Definitions of a treatment
(1) "Bypass" means the known diversion of waste streams from any portion
ncludin the collection system, which is not a designed or established or operating
facility i g damage to the
mode for the facility. g
damage" means substantial physical damage to property,
(2) "Severe property g
treatment facilities which causes them tonaSO bl come inoperable, or substantial and penman ent
a
° loss of natural resources which can rea Y be expected to occur in the absence of in
bass. Severe property darriage does not mean economic loss caused by e Y
YP
production.
b. Bypass not exceeding limitations.
ent
The permittee may allow any bypass to occur which-does
to not
ascausuree effluent peraaonns tti be
exceeded, but only if it also is for essential main i
bypasses are not subject to the provisions of Paragraphs c. and d. of this section.
c. Notice bypass, it shall
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the permittee knows al s �dforecthe date of the need of thefor a bypass; including an
submit prior notice, if possible at leastY
evaluation of the anticipated quality and affect of the bypass.
2 Unanticipated bypass. The permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as
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required in Part II, E. 6. of this permit. (24 hour notice .
d. Prohibition of Bypass
isprohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement action against
(1) Bypass p
a permittee for bypass, unless:
B ass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property
(A) yp
damage;
tes or maintenance during normal periods of
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatmentt
facilities, retention of untreated w
asld
equipment downtime. This condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipmen
t have been installed in the exercise of reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass
occurred occurredaduring normal periods of equipment downtime or preventive maintenance;
and
(C) The permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph c. of this section. its
(2) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering
adv
erse affects, if the Permit Issuing Authority dCtermines that it will meet the three
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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 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 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
following address:
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices
shall be selected and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of
monitored discharges. The devices shall.be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the
accuracy of the measurements are consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than + 10%
from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Once -through
condenser cooling water flow which is monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in
Part I of this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this
requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations published
pursuant to NCGS 143-215.63 et. seq, the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations
published pursuant to Section 304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as
Amended, and Regulation 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved under 40
CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been specified
in this permit.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce
minimum detection and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all
data generated must be reported down to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the
procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable of achieving minimum detection and

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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 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 al] original strip chart
recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation, copies of all reports required by this permit,
for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement, report or application.
This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time.
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the permittee
shall record the following information:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individuals) 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 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 sliall 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) (See Part 11. D. 2
of this permit) or forms provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use
or disposal practices.•
b. If the permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by the permit, using test
procedures specified in Part II, D. 4. of this permit or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 503, or as specified in this permit, the results of this monitoring shall be
included in the calculation and reporting of the data submitted in the DMR.
c. Calculations for all limitations which require averaging of measurements shall utilize an
arithmetic mean unless otherwise specified by the Director in the permit.

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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
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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 shall be available for
public inspection at the offices of the Division of Water Quality. As required by the Act, effluent
data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false statement on any such
report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-215.1(b)(2) or
in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The Clean Water Act provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any record or other .document submitted or required to be
maintained under this permit, including' monitoring reports or reports of compliance or
noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $10,000 per violation,
or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both.

PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
ti
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";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ug/1);
(2)Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 ug/1) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred
micrograms per liter (500 ug/I) 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/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 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.

ee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitor
) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the
er in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .4105(b)(4) may caul
"ate action to revoke the permit.

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes Now
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
Date: July 22, 1999
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0080381
MRO No. 9 9 -118
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
City of Monroe
Post Office Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111-0069
2. Date of Investigation: 07-22-99
3. Report Prepared By: G. T. Chen
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. Allen Killough,
WTP Operator; [phone] or 282-4613.
5. Directions to Site: From the junction of Highway 200 and
Olive Branch Road (SR 1006) approximately 0.5 mile northeast
of Monroe City Limits, travel northeast on SR 1006 about 3.5
miles to the junction with Old Camden Road (SR 1606). Turn
left and proceed north on SR 1606 about 0.1 mile. John Glenn
Water Treatment Plant is on the left (west) side of the road.
6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 02' 13" Longitude: 80° 28' 37"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility
site and discharge point on map.
USGS Quad No.: G 17 SW USGS Name: Watson, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes.

8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Relatively
flat with 2-3% slopes. Facility is not in a flood plain.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: No dwellings within 1,000 feet
of the water treatment plant.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters:
Stewarts Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: Yadkin -Pee Dee & 03-07-14
c. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent
downstream uses: The receiving water is a segment of
Stewarts Creek below the dam of Lake Twitty, which is the
water supply of the City of Monroe. The discharge point
is approximately 0.40 mile upstream of the confluence of
Richardson Creek and Stewarts Creek. Downstream uses axe
agriculture and secondary recreation.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: MGD* (Ultimate
Design Capacity) *Intermittent Discharge.
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater
treatment facility? Unspecified.
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(current design capacity)? N/A.
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two
years: None.
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: An existing
water treatment plant with wastewater treatment
facilities consisting of a clarifier (thickener), 18 sand
beds and two (2) vacuum beds to treat filter backwash
waters and alum and polymer sludges. In addition, a 2.25
million gallon earthen residuals storage lagoon lined
with 60 mil HDPE liner, two submersible centrifugal
decant pumps, and effluent parshall flume manhole with
metering device were constructed under Authorization to
Construct issued on April 1, 1996.
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f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater
treatment facilities: None.
g•
Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None.
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A.
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify
DWQ Permit No.: WQ0001346
Residuals Contractor: AMSCO
Telephone No.: (336) 766--0328
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP: N/A
RFRP: N/A
Other: N/A
c. Landfill:
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (specify): Polymer and
alum sludges are transported to the City of Monroe`s WWTP
for sludge land application under permit WQ0001346
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating
sheet): Class I (no rating change, no rating sheet attached)
4. SIC Code(s) : 4941
Wastewater Code(s) :
Primary: 21 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 50011
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant
Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)?
N/A.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity)
requests: None.
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3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule dates: (please
indicate) N/A.
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated
all of the non -discharge options available. Please provide
regional perspective for each option evaluated.
Spray Irrigation: N/A.
Connection to Regional Sewer System: N/A.
Subsurface: N/A.
Other Disposal Options: N/A.
5. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous materials
utilized at this facility that may impact water quality, air
quality or groundwater? The water treatment plant discharges
'treated filter backwash water. No hazardous materials are
used at this facility. No adverse impact on air, groundwater
and/or water quality is expected.
6. Other Special Items: None.
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the Permit be renewed as requested.
Signature of Report Preparer
/'- -
Quality Re al
Supervisor Water g p r
7 ZO,
Date
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Jaynes B. Hunt, Jr,, Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Mr. Russell Colbath
Director of Water Resources
P.0, Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Colbath:
-0069
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL. RESOURCE5
July 12, 1999
Subject: NPDES PermitRenewal Application
Permit NC0080381
John Glenn WTP
Union County
The Division received your permit renewal application/an June 4, 1.999.„-Thank you
submitting this package.
The permit renewal for this facility will be assigned to a member of the NPDES Unit staff.
That staff member will contact you if further information is needed to complete the permit.
renewal. Please note that the NPDES Unit currently has five vacant positions, with an additional
staff member on extended medical leave. This staff shortage is delaying all permit renewals. Our
remaining four 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 mandatory deadlines in the statutes which
govern our program.
If this staff" shortage delays reissuance of NC0080381, the existing requirements hr your
permit will remain in effect until the permit is renewed (or the Division takes other action). We
appreciate your patience and understanding whiles we operate with a severely depleted staff. If you
have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact me at.
[phone], extension 511.
cc: Mooresvil.
NPDES 1 'i
Regional Office, Water Qu rlty Section
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh:, North Carolina 27699-1617
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
Sincerely,
Charles H. Weaver, Jr.
NPDES Unit
919 733-5083, extension 511 (tax) 919 733-0719
Charles Weaver©h2©.enr.state.nc,us

N. C. DEPARTMENT OF E,NVIR6NMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Water Quality - NPDES
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM A
For municipal discharges <1 MGD (or similar privately owned discharges <1MGD)
NPDES Permit NCOO 80381
Please print or type
1. Name of applicant/permittee City of Monroe
2_ Address, location, and telephone number of facility producing discharge:
A. Facility Narne John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
B. Mailing address of applicant / permittee:
1. Address P 0 Box 69
2. City Nbnroe 3. County ui on
4. State North ( rnl i na 5. ZIP 28111-0069
6. Telephone # [phone]. Fax# [phone]
8. e-Mail address:
C. Physical Location of facility to be permitted:
1. Street address 2119 Old Camden 'Road
2. City Nbnroe 3_ County TTninn
4. State Nort-h Carolina 5. Zip Code 28110
6. Telephone # (704) 282"4668 7. Fax# [phone]
4. Type of wastewater treatment:
❑ None ❑X Primary ❑ Intermediate ❑ Secondary ❑ Advanced
5. Design flow of facility 11 MGD. Average monthly flow 6.86 MGD
6. Percent BOD removal (actual): N/A
❑ 0-29.9 ❑ 30-64.9 ❑ 65-84.9 ❑ 85-94.9 E 95 or more
7. Population served:
E 1-199 ❑ 200-499 0 500-999 ❑ 1,000-4,999 0 5,000-9,999 ❑X 10,000 or more
8. Number of separate discharge points:
- ® 1 El ❑ 3 - El or more (give number) -
9. Description of wastewater volume discharged to receiving stream.
Discharge per
operating day
Flow, MGD (million gallons per operating day)
Volume treated before
discharging (percent)
TOf1°
Average
..336.
Maximum
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N. C. DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Division of Water Quality - NPDES
APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE - SHORT FORM A
10. If any wastewater, treated or untreated, is discharged to places other than surface waters, check
below as applicable.
Wastewater is
discharged to
Deep well
Evaporation lagoon
Subsurface percolation
system
0-0.0099
0.
Flow, MGD (million gallons per operating day)
01- 0.1-0.49
0.049
0.05-
0.099
0.5-0.99
1.0-4.9
5 or
more
Other, specify:
11. Is any sludge ultimately returned to a waterway?
❑ Yes n No
12. Do you receive industrial waste?
Yes 0 No
If yes, enter approximate number of industrial dischargers into system
13. Type of collection sewer system:
A. Ix] Separate sanitary
B. 0 Combined sanitary and storm
C. n Both separate and combined sewer systems
14. Name of receiving stream(s) Stewarts Creek
15. Does your discharge contain (or is it possible for your discharge to contain) any of the following
substances (circle all that apply):
Ammonia cyanide aluminum beryllium cadmium chromium
Lead mercury nickel copper selenium zinc phenols
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.
Russell Colbath Water Resources Director
Printed name of Person Signing - Title
Signature of Applicant Date Application Signed
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 knowly
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 riot 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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04/20/99

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
TOM FREDERICK
City of Monroe
P.O, BOX 69
MONROE, NC
Dear Perm tee:
28111
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
April 20, 1999
Subject: Renewal of NPDES Permit NC0080381.
John Glenn WTP
UNION County
The subject permit expires on November 30, 1999. North Carolina Administrative Code 15A
NCAC 2H.0105(e) requires that an application for permit renewal be filed at least 180 days prior to
expiration of the current permit.
To satisfy this requirement, your renewal package must be sent to the Division postmarked no
later than June 3, 1999. Failure to request renewal of the permit by this date will result in a civil
assessment of at least $250.00. Larger penalties may be assessed depending upon the delinquency of
the request.
If any wastewater discharge will occur after June 3, 1999 (or if continuation of the permit is
desired), the current permit must be renewed. Operation of wastewater treatment works or
continuation of discharge after June 3, 1999.would violate North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1
and could result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $10,000 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 i
you must submit with the permit renewal application.
If you have any questions, please contact me. My telephone number, fax number and e-mail
address are listed below.
Sir cerely,
harles 1, Weaver,
NPDES Unit
cc: Central Files
Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
NPDES File
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 919 733-5f983, extension 511 (fax) 919 733-0719
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NC DENR / DWQ / NPDES
Renewal Application Checklist
NPDES Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe
UNION County
The following items are REQUIRED for all renewal packages:
❑ A cover letter requesting renewal of the permit and documenting any changes at the facility since
issuance of the last permit. Submit one signed original and two copies.
❑ 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 which discharge
process wastewater:
❑ Submit the last 3 years' production data for the facility. Use units consistent with those required for
reporting to EPA.
❑ IndustriaI 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 June 3, 1999, submit -the
application package without the PPA. Submit the PPA as soon as possible after June 3, 1999.
The above requirements do 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 / DWQ / NPDES
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535

CITY OF MONROE
PO, BOX 69 NROE, NORTH CAROLINA 28111-0069
FAX 70,1-263-9098
July 8, 1997
Mr. Kin.) H, Colson, P. E.., Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
NCOEHNR-DEM
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
RE: Status Report on Authorization to Construct of April 1, 1996
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
NPDES Permit No, NC0080381
Dear Mr. Colson:
Thank you .for your June 30, 997 letter regarding the status of the above -referenced Authorization to
Construct. Most of the construction (washwater lagoon, decant pu.mp station, and parshall flume meter)
has been completed by Crowder Construction Company but the facilities have not yet been declared
completed by 'Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout. At our June 30, 1997 meeting with the Engineer and
Contractor, Crowder Construction advised that they anticipated completion within the next 60 days, The
City of Monroe reminded both parties at that time that we will require a Certificate of Corn.pletion from,
Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout to NCDEFINR-DWQ Mooresville Regional Office before the facilities are
placed into continuous operation and Mr. William Russell, P. E, of Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout was
identified by the Engineer as the official who will be responsible for this certification,
By copy of this letter, we are advising the Mooresville office for their records as to the status of this
project,
P. E.
Director o Water Resources
c: Mr, Jerry Cox
Mr. D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Mr, Harold Pope
Mr, William Russell, P. E.
File: .416(42)
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IrState of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Govemor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
June 30, 1997
TOM L. FREDERICK
MONROE, CITY-WTP/JOHN GLENN T
PO BOX 69
MONROE, NC 28111
Dear Permittee:
7icir "JUL 0 7 1997
TIONS C£N'"
ED IE F--1 N I
Subject: CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
PERMIT NO. 0080381AC
MONROE, CITY-WTPIJOHN GLENN T
UNION COUNTY
On April 01, 1996 the Division of Environmental Management issued you the subject
permit. One of the conditions of the subject permit read as follows:
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted
facility has been installed in accordance with the requirements of this permit and the
approved plans and specifications. Mail certification to the Permits and Engineering
Unit, P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh N.C., 27626-0535.
To date, our records show that no certification has been received for the subject permit.
If the permitted facility has been constructed and placed into operation please submit the
required certification immediately. Operation of the treatment system prior to submission of the
required certification is in violation of your permit and is subject to enforcement action. If you
have any questions, please contact consulting engineer for this project, FINKBEINER,PETTIS &
STROU at [phone]. If the facility has not been constructed, please contact the
Mooresville Regional Office at [phone], so that they can update their records.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Thank you for your prompt attention to this,matter.
Sincerely,
Kim H. Colson, P.E., Supervisor
State Engineering Review Group
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
File

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
April 1, 1996
Mr. Tom L. Frederick, Director of Water Resources
City of Monroe
P.O. Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111 - 0069
Dear Mr. Frederick:
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11=3EHNFl
N.C. DEPT. OF
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH,
NATURAL RESOURCES
APR 3 1996
919151 AfORESVit E�REGIati . IOiflCE 1,SENT
Subject: Permit No. NC0080381
Authorization to Construct
Additions to WTP
John Glenn WTP
Union County
A letter of request for an Authorization to Construct from the City of Monroe was received
December 6, 1996 (with final supporting information received March 26, 1996) by the Division and final
plans and specifications for the subject project have been reviewed and found to be satisfactory.
Authorization is hereby granted for the addition of a 2.25 million gallon earthen residuals storage lagoon
with 60 mil HDPE liner, 2 submersible centrifugal decant pumps (200 gpm at 13 ft. head), and, effluent
parshall flume manhole (for 50 gpm (min) to 700 gpm (max) flow). The lagoon will receive filter
backwash from the new sedimentation basin and the existing sedimentation basins. All additions and
improvements shall be as indicated in the approved plans and specifications including all the associated
valves, piping, and appurtenances with discharge of treated wastewater to Stewarts Creek in the Yadkin -
Pee Dee River Basin.
The COMPLIANCE BOUNDARY for the disposal system (the residuals lagoon) is specified by
regulations in 15A NCAC 2L, Groundwater Classifications and Standards. The Compliance Boundary is
for the disposal system constructed after December 31, 1983 is established at either (1) 250 feet from the
waste disposal area, or (2) 50 feet within the property boundary, whichever is closest to the waste disposal
area. An exceedance of Groundwater Quality Standards at or beyond the Compliance Boundary is subject
to immediate remediation action in addition to the penalty provisions applicable under General Statute 143-
215.6A(a)(1).
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2L, a REVIEW BOUNDARY is established around the disposal
systems midway between the Compliance Boundary and the perimeter of the waste disposal area. Any
exceedance of standards at the Review Boundary shall require remediation action on the part of the
permittee.
This Authorization to Construct is issued in accordance with Part III, Paragraph A of NPDES
Permit No. NC0080381 issued October 21, 1994, and shall be subject to revocation unless the wastewater
treatment facilities are constructed in accordance -with the conditions and limitations specified in Permit No.
NC008038 1.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Permit No, NC0080381
Authorization to Construct
John Glenn WTP
Page 2
The sludge generated from these treatment, facilities must be disposed of in accordance with G.S.
143-215.1, and in a manner approved by the North, Carolina Division of Environmental Management.
In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance
conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this
Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or disposal facilities.
The Mooresville. Regional Office, telephone number (704) 663 - 1699, shall be notified at least
forty-eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed facilities so that an in-placeinspection can be
made. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during the normal office hours from 8:00
a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State Holidays.
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a certification,
must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in
accordance with the NPDES Permit, this Authorization to Construct and the approved plans and
specifications. Mail the Certification, to the Permits and Engineering Unit, P,O. Box 29535, Ralei.gh, NC
27626-05'35.
A copy of the approved plans and specificationsshall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the
life of the facility.
Failure to abide by the requirements contained in this Authorization to Construct may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Environmental Management in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 1,43-215.6A to 143-215.6C,
The issuance of this Authorization to Construct does not preclude the Permittee from complying
with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government
agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.
One (1) set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you. If you have any
questions or need additional information, please contact Susan A. Wilson, telephone number 919/733-
5083, ext. 555.
S incerel y,
ZA. Preston Howard, Jr. P.E.
Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality
Central Files
Union County Health Department
Steve Moran, FP&S

Permit No. NC0080381
Authorization to Construct
John Glenn WTP
Page 3
Engineer's Certification
I, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North
Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the
project, for the
Project Name Location
Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation
of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and
intent of the approved plans and specifications.
Signature Registration No.
Date

NOTES TO 1-11LE
A/C JOHN GLENN WTP
NC0080381
3/27/96
• addition of 2.25 mil gal. earthen lagoon with 60 mil HDPE liner
• dual decant pumps (200 gpm at 13' hd)
• effluent parshall flume manhole (50 to 700 gpm flow)
• The WTP is adding an additional sedimentation basin. (2 existing). The lagoon
received filter backwash from the sedimentation basins. Decant from the lagoon goes
to a sludge thickener (clarifer), through the parshall flume, then to the discharge point.
3/27/96 - per Brian Wagner, no formal review by GW is necessary (since lagoon is lined
and only receives filter backwash). Put in standard compliance boundary language.
Verbally requested more detail on consultants calculation references 3 separate times.
Finally submitted them 3/27/96.
See his references for lagoon calc.
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Jaynes B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
MR TOM L. FREDERICK
CITY OF MONROE
PO BOX 69
MC)Nur)F, NC)RTr-r
Dear MR FREDERICK:
December 11, 1995
l t 1 -00.69
Subject:
i r a.. DEFT. OF
ONMEN_°. r.
v3PoNMEEGTMt MANAGEN1E3T
E rlEJJGllAt IIEE10E
Application No. AC0080381
WTP/John Glenn Expansion
Authorization To Construct
Union County
The Division's Permits and Engineering Unit acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting materials on December 6, 1995. This application has been assigned the number i:,sted
PLEASE REFER TO THE ABOVE APPLICATION NUMBER WHEN MAKING
INQUIRES ON THIS PROJECT.
Your project has been assigned to Susan Wilson for a detailed engineering review, Should there be any
questions concerning your project, the reviewer will contact you with an additional information letter.
Be aware that the Division's regional office, copied below, roust provide recommendations from the
Regional. Supervisor or a Procedure Four Evaluation for this project, prior to final action by the
Division.
If you have any questions, please contact Susan °'Filson at [phone] extension 555, if the
engineer is unavailable, you may leave a message on their voice mail and they will respond promptly.
Please reference the above application number when leaving a message.
Sincerely,
Da id A. Godrich
Supervisor, NPDES Group
cc. Mooresville Regional Office
Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout
Pollution Prevention Pills
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone 91.9-'733-70[5
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SOC Priority Project: Yes No X
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Attention: Susan Wilson
Water Quality Section
Date: January 3, 1995
AUTHORIZATION TO CONSTRUCT
NPDES PERMIT
REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
County: Union
Permit No. NC0080381.
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
Facility and Address: John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
City of Monroe
Post Office Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111-0069
2. Date of On -Site Investigation (if conducted): N/A
Report Prepared By: Todd St John
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: N/A
5 Verified Discharge Point(s), List for All Discharge Points:
Latitude: .35° 02" 13" Longitude: 80° 28' 37"
Attach a USGS map extract and indicate treatment facility site and discharge point on
map. Ensure discharge point(s) correspond to NPDES permitted discharge points.
USGS Quad No.: G17SW USGS Quad Name: Watson, NC
6. Size (land available for expansion and upgrading): Adequate land appears to be available
for proposed upgrade..
7. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Facility is not in a flood plain.
8. Location of Nearest Dwelling: As of June 2, 1994 there were no dwellings within 1000
feet of the WTP.

PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. Type of Existing Treatment Facility: The current facilities consist of a sedimentation
basin with sludge removal equipment and a clarifier (sludge thickener) for filter
backwash and sedimentation sludge.
2. Type of Proposed Treatment Facility: The City of Monroe proposes upgrading the
current facilities to include a second sedimentation basin with sludge removal equipment,
a new filter backwash holding lagoon, a pump station to pump decant water from the
proposed lagoon to the existing clarifier (sludge thickener), and a new metering flume '
manhole for the effluent.
3. Sludge Handling and Disposal Scheme: Sludges are disposed at the Union County
Landfill.
4. Treatment Plant Classification (attached completed rating sheet): I
5. SIC Code(s): 4941
Wastewater Code(s):
Primary: 21
Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 50001
PART III - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
This Office has no objections to the proposed improvements to the existing facilities at
the subject WTP. Therefore, it is recommended that an authorization to construct be issued.
Si natur of Re ort
Water Quality Regional pervisor
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It G SCALE FOR CLASSIFICATION OF• WATER' POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEMS
Name of Facility:
G/eii 14i710
Owner or Contact Person:
Mailing Address:
County: Let vt; dk, - Telephone:
Present Classification: New Facility Existing Facility
NPDES Per. No. NC004CO?, ( Nondisc. Per. No.WQ_ Health Dept.Per No.
Rated by: :Todd •fit. Johrr - • Telephone: 764/-663 - 6 9 Date: 96
Reviewed by: Health Dept.
Regional Office
Central Office
ORC: Grade:
Check Classification(s): Subsurf
Wastewater Classification: (Circle One)
_ Spray Irrigation
p III IV
Telephone:
Telephone:
Telephone:
Telephone:
Land Application
Total Points:
14-PLANT PROCESSES AND RFLATPD CX jT R i ECCIIPMeJT WMId-1 ARE AN IhTTEGRAL PART OF NDUSTRtAL PRODUCiON Si -CALL 11OT lE
criNISIDERIED WASTE TREAN ENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLASSIFiCAT1CN. ALSO SEF iC TANK SYSTEMS CONSSTING ONLY OF SEPTIC TAN(
AND_OPLANITY NITRIFICATION LANES ARE EXEMPT FROf,A CLASSIFICATION.
SU3SURFACE CLISSIFICATIONI
(check ail units that apply)
1. septic tanks
2._pump tanks
3. siphon cc pump -dosing systems
4. sand filters '
5. grease trap/interceptor
6 oWwater separators •
7 gravity subsurface treatment and disposal:
e re subsurface treatment and disposal:
In
be
SPRAY IRRIGATION CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1. preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 )
Z.�lagoons
3, septic tanks
4_ -pump tanks
5, pumps
6�sand filters
7. grease trap/interceptor
8. o►Uwater separators
9,_ disinfection
10, chemical eddiion for nutrient/algae control
11. gray Irrigation d wastewater
sddltion to the shove classifications. pretreatment of wastewater to excess of these components shalt
rated using the point rating system and will require an operator with an ■ppropriate dual certification.
LAND APPLICATIONIRESIDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Appries only to permit holder)
1. Land application of biosoiids, residuals or contaminsted soils on a designated site.
WASTEWATER TREATM9FT FACtllTY C.ASSFI ATI N
The following systems shalt be assigned a Class I dasslfiication. wigs the flow is at a tdgn1icard quantity or the technology is unusually
complex, to require consideration by the Commission on a ease -bye basis: (Check tf Appropriate)
1. OWwater Separator Systems consisting orgy of physical separation, pumps and disposal;
2 Septic Tank/Sand Filter Systems consisting only of septic tanks, dosing apparatus, pumps,sand (there, disinfection
and
3. Lagoondirect
Systemsdischarge;
only of preImtnary treatment. lagoons, pumps, disinfection. necessary cheinieal treatment for
algae or nutrient control, and dared discharge:
4. Closed -loop Recycle Systems:
5. Groundwater Remediation Systems consisting only d aW water separators, pumps, air -stripping, carbon adsorption, disinfection
6. Aqquacu re operations with discharge to surface waters;
7_ ��// Water Plant sludge handling and back wash water treatment;
8. _,Seafood processing consisting of screening and disposal.
6. Single-family discharging systems, with the exception of Aerobic Treatment Units, will be classified V permitted after July 1,
112¢3 or f upon Inspection by the Division. It is found that the system is not being adequately operated or maintained. Such
systems wilt be notified of the classification or reclassification by the Commission, In writing.

I he following scale is used tor rating wastewater treatment taciiitles: (circle appropriate points}
ITEM POINTS
or
(b) AAedtanical Screens. Static Screens or Comminuting Devises___._._._..»..»_._._._.—._._.-......._._._.._._._.2
(c} Grk Removal 1
or -
(d)(+I.e!'rart{eslorAerated Get Removal. .. ...••........»».,2
(a) Flow Mearuriig Orrice 1
(1) Instrumented Flow IAaasurement....._. .»........ »_....» .» ......._».» .- »...«,_ - 2
(Ii) Pr.asratlon.. — ». ......».. »..........» .» .»..»...... »..».»_....».»»......»........._.....2
(h) Influent Flow Equalization.....»...»....» .» ....».....».....................».»_._..._...»...._. .............».»......»...2
(1)
(1) industrial Pretreatm.rs Units or industrial Pretreatment Program (see ddln)tion No. 33) 4
(2) DESIGN FLOW OF PLANT IN gpd (not applicable w r n- omsminated cooing *taro, sludge handing facilities nor
water purification plant:. totally dosed eyed/ syst.rnc(soe definition No. 11). and facilities *residing only of Gem
(4)(d) or hems (4)(d) and (1t)(d)]
0 - 20.000 . »__...»..............................».. .._.»..».......» ._...... 1
20,001 - 50.000....._. __ ..» . ............ .»._.. _».....»» .....»....»_ .. _..». 2
50.001 - 100.000..........»......»._..._ _ .. .............. .. _... »........._.� 3
' 160.001 - 250.000..»._.»..... ........._.» .....».. . _»•• 4
500.001 • 1.D00.D00......................»....»...»..................... .._»_ ..
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
Design Row (gpd)
(3) PRELIMINARY UNITS/PROCESSES (se. dsarrttion No.32)
(a) Bananaens.»...».»..._».»..»....»».».. ».».»» »» . »....»»....»..,.....................»......»»..............t
(4)
. (5)
Mechanical».._..».»._ .._.»»..................__».. ...._.....»... »» _........»..3
Dissolved Air Flotstlon.........»...».»».......»..».»»_..».»»..»_.....».»....»»......_. ...»». 5
(1) Prachiortnation. .................. .....»»....- .5
PRiAARYTREATM134T LNITS+PROCESSES
(a) Septic Tank (see definition No. 43) —2
(b) - Imhoff Tank .5
(e) Primary Clsrill.r:...».____.»._»»........ .. -- 5
(d) Setting Ponds or Ssnttng Tanis for inorganic Non -toxic Materials (sludge handling faculties for valor
purification plants. sand. %envoi. starve. and cater milling operation: except recreational activities such as gam
orgold mitring)........_»...._..........«..........».._....»........___..._.»._».._....»......»»2
SE RY ATREATMENTLNTSIP E-i
(a) Carbonaceous Stage
(I) Mradon-high Purity Oxygen Syat.rn20
DGfua.d AIr Syuem..» ...».».._._,...».»..........»...............».._»10
Mechanical Air System (axed, floating or rotor) 5
a }state Sludpo Roaeestbn._....__......_ ... ._ .�». ...»......._....»....»......».»2
(I1) Trickling Rter
High Rale .7
Standard Rate .5
Paced Tower .5
(Ili) Biological Aerated Mar or Aerated Biological Filter 10
(iv) Aerated Lagoons 10
(v) Rotating Biological Contactors.. .»._ »__...........«.. _. _ ...........10
(VI) Sand Filters -ktt.m lllsnt biolagloaL 2
Recirculating biological 3
(vf) Stabtttuition Lagoons S
Clutter 5
(Ix) Single stage system for combined carbonaceous removal d BOO and nitrogenous removal by
nitrification (sae definition No. 12)(Paints for this item tum to bs in addition to Items
(5)(a)(1) through (5)(a)(v111).
uniting tha extended mutton process (see definition No.3a) __—_......_.r».........»..2
utilizing other than the extended *ration process. 5
(x) Nutrient additions to enhance 1300 removal 5
(xi) Biological' Cullom (Super Bugss'addnbn.5
(b) Nitrogarous Stag. �o
(I) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen System -
Dl 1usa i Alt System 10
Mechanical Air System (Mad, floating or rotor) e
S.paat. Sludge R.aeruion .3
(II) Trickling Fiber -I -Ugh Rate „7
Standard Rate .5
Packed Tower .5
(III.) Bbb¢cal Mated Mar or Aerated Biological Filter 10
(hi) Rotating Biological Coruaetom 10
(v) Sand Filar - intermittent biological --•2
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(vl) Circler 5
(5) TERTIARY ORADVANCED TREATMENT
(a) Ae hratad Carbon Beds -
. without carbon regeneration._
'kith carbon regeneration.
(b) Powdorad or Granular Activated Cartoon Feed.
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(15) Electrodialysis. Process for removing lontzed setts from water through the use of ion -selective tort -exchange membranes;
(16) Filter Press. A process operated mechanically for partially dewatering sludge;
(17) Foam Separation. The planned frothing of wastewater or wastewater effluent as a means of removing excessive amounts of delergerx materials tivouce
the introduction of air In the form of fine bubbles; also called loam fractionation;
(18) Grit Removal. The process of removing gill and other heavy mineral matter from wastewater;
(19) Imhoff Tank. A deep two glory wastewater tank consisting of an upper sedimentation chamber and a lower sludge digestion chamber.
(20) Instrumented Flow Measurement. A device which indicates and records rate of flow;
(21) Ian Exchange. A chemical process In which Ions from two different molecules are exchanged;
(22) Land application;
(a) Sludge Disposal. A final sludge disposal method by which wet sludge may be applied to land either by spraying on the surface or by subsurface iniecdon
(i.e., ch i'sel plow); [not applicable for types al sludge described in (11) of thls Rule];
(b) Treated Effluent. The process of spraying treated wastewater onto a land area or other methods of application of wastewater ono a land area as a
means of final disposal or treatment;
(23) Microscreen. A low speed, contlnuous(y back -washed. rotating drum fitter operating under gravity conditions as a polishing method for removing
suspended solids from effluent;
(24) Nitrification Process. The biochemical conversion of unoxidtzed nitrogen (ammonia and organic nitrogen) to oxidized nitrogen (usually nitrate);
(25) Nitrogenous Stage. A separate stage of wastewater treatment designed for the specific purpose of converting ammonia nitrogen to nitrate nitrogen;
(26) Phosphate Removal. Biological. The removal of phosphorus from wastewater by an cafe/anoxic process designed to enhance luxury uptake of phosphorus
by the micrnorganlsms;
(27) Polishing Pond. A holding pond fallowing secondary treatment with sufficient detention time to allow settling of finely suspended solids;
(28) Post Aeration. Aeration following conventional secondary treatment units to Increase effluent D.O. or for any other purpose;
(29) Post Aeration. (Cascade) A polishing method by which dissolved oxygen is added to the effluent by a nonmechanical, gravity means of flowing down a
series of steps or weirs; The lbw occurring across the steps or weirs moves in a fairly thin layer and the operation of the cascade requires no operator
adjustment thus, zero points are assigned even though this is an essential step to meeting the [lmits of the discharge permit;
(30) Powdered to Granular Activated Carbon Feed. A biophysical carbon process that utlllzes biological activity and organic absorption by using powdered or
granular activated carbon; Virgin or regenerated carbon is feed controlled Into the system;
(31) Preaeratlon. A tank constructed to provide aeration prior to primary treatment;
(32) Preliminary Units. Unit operations In the treatment process, such as screening and comminution, that prepare the liquor for subsequent major operations;
(33) Industrial Pretreatment.
(a) Pro -treatment Unit, Industrial. The conditioning of a waste at Its source before discharge. to remove or to neutralize substances injurious to sewers and
treatment processes or to effect a partial reduction in Toad an the treatment process which is operated by the same governing body as the wastewater
treatment plant being rated;
b) Pre-treatment Program, Industrial - must be a State or EPA required program to receive points on the rating sheet;
(34) Primary Clarifiers. The Ilrst settling tanks through which wastewater is passed In a treatment works for the purpose of removing settleable and suspended
solids and BOO which is associated with the solids;
(35) Pumps. Alt influent. effluent and In -plant pumps;
(36) Radiation Disinfection or sterilization process utilizing devices emitting ultraviolet ar gamma rays;
(37) Reverse Osmosis. A treatment process In which a heavy contaminated liquid Is pressurized through a membrane forming nearly pure liquid free from
suspended solids;
(38) Rotating Biological Contractors. A ftxed biological growth process In which wastewater flows through tanks In which a series of partially submerged circular
surfaces are rotated;
(39) Sand Filters:
(a) Intermittent Blologicai. Fltration of etluert following septic tanks, lagoons, or some other treatment process in which further blodecomposttfon is
expected to produce desired effluents; Hydraulic loading rates on these fitters are computed in gpd/ac and have a resulting low gpm/sf (less than one);
b) Recirculating biological - the same type of sand filter as defined in Subparagraph (39) (a) of this Rule with the added capability to recycle effluent back
through the sand litter,
(40) Sand ar Mixed -Media Filters. A polishing process by which effluert limits are achieved through a further reduction of suspended solids;
(a) low rate — gravity, hydraulically loaded filter with loading rates In the one to three gpm/sl range;
(b) high rate — a pressure, hydraulically loaded titter with loading rates In the live gpm/st range; At any rate, the loading rate will exceed three gpm/si;
(41) Secondary Clarifiers. A tank which follows the btofogical unit of treatment plant and which has the purpose of removing sludges associated with the
biological treatment units;
(42) Separate Sludge Reaeratlon. A pan of the contact stabilization process where the activated sludge is transferred to a tank and aerated before returning It
to the contact basin;
(43) Septic Tank A single -story settling tank In which settled sludge is In contact with the wastewater flowing through the tank; shall not be applicable for
septic tank systems serving single family residences having capacity of 2.000 gallons or less which discharge to a nitrification field;
(44) Sludge Digestion The process by which organic or voiatire manor and sludge is gasified, liquefied. mineralized or converted into more stable organic matter
through the activity of living organisms, which includes aerated holddng tanks;
(45) Sludge Drying Beds. An area comprising natural or artificial layers of porous materials upon which digested sewage sludge Is dried by drainage and
evaporation;
(46) Sludge�Elutrfatlon. A process of sludge conditioning In which certain constltuords are removed by successive washings with fresh water or plant effluent
(47) Sludge Gas Utilization. The process of using sewage gas for the purpose of heating buildings, driving engines, etc.;
(48) Sludge Holding Tank (Aerated and Nonaerated). A tank utilized lot &mail wastewater treatment plants not containing a digester In which sludge may be
kept fresh, and supernatant withdrawn prior to a drying method (f.e. sludge drying beds); This may be done by adding a small amount of air simply to keep the
sludge fresh. but not necessarity an amount that.woutd be required to achieve stabilization of organic matter, A nortaerated tank would simply be used to -a-
decant sludge prior to dewatering and would not allow long periods,(several days of detention) without resulting odor problems;
(49) Sludge incinerators: A furnace designed to bum sludge and to remove all moisture and combustible materials and reduce the sludge to a sterile ash;
(50) Sludge Stabilization (Chemlcaf or Thermal). A process to make treated sludge less odorous and putresctie, and to reduce the pathogenic organism
content; This may be done by pH adjustment, chlorine dosing. or by heat treatment;
(51) Sludge Thickener. A type of sedimentation tank In which the sludge Es permitted to settle and thicken through agitation and gravity;
(52) Stabilization Lagoon. A type of oxidation lagoon in which biological oxidation of organic matter le effected by natural transfer of oxygen to tit eAvaier from
air (not a polishing pond);
(53) Stand -By Power Supply. On site or portabte electrical generating equipment;
(54) Static Screens. A stationary screen designed to remove solids, including non-blodegradable particulate (floatable solids, suspended solids and BOO
reduction) from municipal and Industrial wastewater treatment systems;
(55) Tertiary Treatment A stage of treatment following secondary which is primarily for the purpose of effluent polishing; A settling lagoon or sand or coal filter
mightt be employed for this purpose;
(56) Thermal Pollution Control Device. A device providing for the transfer at heat from a fluid flowing In tubes to another fluid outside the tubes, or vice versa; .
or other means of regulating fiquid temperatures;
(57) Thermal Sludge Condtloner. A condltlontng process by which heat is added for a protracted period of time to improve the dewaterabttlty of sludge by the
solubillzing and hydraaultzing of the smaller and more highly hydrated sludge parlldes;
(58) Toxic Materials Those wastes or combinations of wastes, Including dlsease-caustng agents which after olscharge and upon exposure, Ingestion. Inhalation
or assimilation Into any organism, either dtrectty from the environment or Indirectly by Ingestion through food chain, will verse death, disease, behavioral
abnormalities. cancer, genetic mutations. physiological malfunctions (fnduding malfunctions In reproduction) or physical deformations. in such organisms or their
offspring; Toxic materials Irrdude, by way of Illustration and not limitation: lead, cadmium, chromium, mercury, vanadium, arsenic, zinc, onto-nitro-chiorobenzene
(ONCB), polychlorfnated blphenyts (PCBs) and dtchfarodlpbenyt trtchiorvethane (DDT); and any other materials that have or may hereafter be determined to have
toxic propertlee;
(59) Trickling Filter. A biological treatment unit oortskting of a material such as broken stone or mck.over which wastewater is distributed; A high rate irickllng
filler Is one which operated at between 10 and 30 mod per acre. A low rate trickling litter is arse which is designed to operate at one to four mgd per acre;
(50) Trickling Flier (Packed Tower). A plug flow type of operation in which wastewater bows down through successive layers d media or fitttate material; Organic
material la removed continually by the active biological fixed Growth In each successive layer. This method ;nay produce 'secondary quality effluent, or may be
adapted to produce a nitrified effluent; •
(61) Vacuum Flier. Centrifuges, or Filter Presses. Devices which are designed to remove excess water from either digested or undigested sludge prior to disposal
or further treatment

SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes No X
If Yes, SOC No.
To: Permits and Engineering Unit
Water Quality Section
Attention: Susan Wilson
Date: June 2, 1994
NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION
County: Union
Permit No. NC0080381
PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Facility and Address: John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
City of Monroe
Post Office Box 69
Monroe, North Carolina 28111-0069
2. Date of Investigation: 06-02-94
3. Report Prepared By: G. T. Chen
4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Mr. Harold Pope, WTP
Operator; [phone].
5. Directions to Site: From the junction of Highway 200 and
Olive Branch Road (SR 1006) approximately 0.5 mile northeast
of Monroe City Limits, travel northeast on SR 1006 about 3.5
miles to the junction with Old Camden Road (SR 1606). Turn
left and proceed north on SR 1606 about 0.1 mile. John Glenn
Water Treatment Plant is on the left (west) side of the road.
6. Discharge Point(s). List for all discharge points:
Latitude: 35° 02' 13" Longitude: 80° 28' 37"
Attach a U.S.G.S. map extract and indicate treatment facility
site and discharge point on map.
USGS Quad No.: G 17 SW USGS Name: Watson, NC
7. Site size and expansion are consistent with application?
Yes X No If No, explain:
8. Topography (relationship to flood plain included): Relatively
flat with 2-3% slopes. Facility is not in a flood plain.
9. Location of nearest dwelling: No dwellings within 1,000 feet

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'of the water treatment plant.
10. Receiving stream or affected surface waters.: Stewarts Creek
a. Classification: C
b. River Basin and Subbasin No..: Yadkin -Pee Dee & 03-07-14
c. Describe receiving stream features andpertinent
downstream uses: ,The receiving water is a segment of
Stewarts Creek below the dam at Lake Twitty which is the
water supply of the City of Monroe. The receiving stream
flows from the dam approximately 0.40 mile to Richardson
Creek. Downstream users are unknown.
PART II - DESCRIPTION OF DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS
1. a. Volume of wastewater to be permitted: MGD* (Ultimate
Design Capacity) *Intermittent Discharge.
b. What is the current permitted capacity of the wastewater
treatment facility? Unspecified.
c. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility
(current design capacity)? N/A.
d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous
Authorizations to Construct issued in the previous two
years: None.
e. Please provide a description of existing or substantially
constructed wastewater treatment facilities: An existing
water treatment plant with a clarifier (thickener), 18
sand beds and two (2) vacuum beds to treat filter
backwash waters.
f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater
treatment facilities: None.
g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None.
h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): N/A,.
in development: approved:
should be required: not needed:
2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme:
a. If residuals are being land applied, please specify DEM
Permit No.:
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Residuals Contractor:
Telephone No.:
b. Residuals stabilization: PSRP:
RFRP:
Other:
c. Landfill: Polymer and alum sludges are disposed to Union
County owned landfill.
d. Other disposal/utilization scheme (specify):
3. Treatment plant classification (attach completed rating
sheet): Class I, see attached rating sheet.
4. SIC Code(s): 4941
Wastewater Code(s) of actual wastewater, not particular
facilities, i.e., non -contact cooling water discharge from a
metal plating company would be 14, not 56.
Primary: 21 Secondary:
Main Treatment Unit Code: 50001
PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION
1. Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant
Funds or are any public monies involved (municipals only)?
N/A.
2. Special monitoring or limitations (including toxicity)
requests: None.
3. Important SOC, JOC or Compliance Schedule.dates: (please
indicate) N/A.
Date
Submission of Plans and Specifications
Begin Construction
Complete Construction
4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: Has the facility evaluated
all of the non -discharge options available. Please provide
regional perspective for each option evaluated.
Spray Irrigation: N/A.
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Connection to Regional Sewer System: N/A.
Subsurface: N/A.
Other Disposal Options: N/A.
5. Air Quality and/or Groundwater concerns or hazardous materials
utilized at this facility that may impact water quality, air
quality or groundwater? The water treatment plant discharges
an undetermined amount of treated filter backwash water. No
hazardous materials are used at this facility. No adverse
impact on air, groundwater and/or water quality is expected.
6. Other Special Items: None.
PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS
It is recommended that the Permit be renewed as requested.
Signatur of Report Preparer
41---'--‘
Water Quality Re anal Supervisor
Date
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NAPES Palk Na. NC oa805B1
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RATING SCALE FOR CLASSIFICATION OF WATER POLLUTION -- CONTROL SYSTEMS
Name of Facility: .rhfn (fin . W4t.er lid PV17i
Owner or Contact Person: Mr. /77 L. P'/PriP (k.�� p E -
Mailing Address: Gil),D Monroe 1 PO. �g 61. I'fo42 , NC l/l 604g
County: L/,7;on Telephone: N/A
Present Classification: .1 New Facility Existing Facility ✓
NPDES Per. No. NC00 Bo381 Ncndisc. Per. No.WQ Health Dept.Per No.
Rated by: rg 7- Ctedt, Telephone:Orda3-716'g1 Date: -41
Health Dept. Telephone:
Reviewed by:
Regional Office
Central Office
ORC: Jrlf• 1'l�/d /JDp Grade: ir.
•Check Classification(s): Subsurface Spray Irrigation
Wastewater Classification: (Circle One) Q II 111 IV
Telephone:
Telephone:
Teiephone(720).69z-4/3
Land Application
Total Points: ,?y
j4-FLAPIT PROCESSES AND RELATED CONTROL EOtJ1PMENT WHICH ARE AN INTEGRAL PAST OF NDUsTRtA1 PFIODUCT1ON SHALL NOT BE
CONSIDERED WASTE TREATMEh1T FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION. ALSO SEPTIC TAN{ SYSTEMS CONSISTING ONLY OF SEPTIC TANK
AND GRAVITY P1TRIFICATION LAVES ARE EXEMPT FROM O ASSIF1CATlON.
SLBSURFACE CLASSIFICATION
(check all units that apply)
1 septic tanks
2. pump tanks
3._siphon or pump -dosing systems
4, send fillers
5.grease trap/interceptor
6. oil/water separators
7 gravity subsurface treatment and disposal:
8. pressure subsurface treatment and disposal:
SPRAY IRFI1GATaON CLASSlFrCATION
(check all units that apply)
1. preliminary treatment (definition no. 32 )
2. lagoons
3. septic tanks
4. pump tanks
5. pumps
6sand fillers
7_ grease trap/interceptor
8, oil/water separators
8 disinfection
10., chemical addition for nutrient/algae control
11. spray irrigation of wastewater
In addition to the shove classlficetlons, pretreatment of wastewater In excess of these components shell
be rated using the point rating system and will require ■n operator with en spproprlete dual certification.
LAND APPLICATION/RESIDUALS CLASSIFICATION (Appian only to pared! holder)
1. Land application of biosotids, residuals or contaminated soils on a designated site.
WASTEWATER TREATMENT FAGLTTY CLASSIFICATION
The following systems shall be assigned a Class I dessification, unless the flow is d a signtficard quantity or the technology is unusually
complex, to require consideration by the Commission on a case-byse bask: (Check r Appropriate)
1. OW water Separator Systems consisting onty d physical separation, pumps and disposal:
2.___Septic Tank/Sand Filter Systems consisting only of septic tanks, dosing apparatus, pumps,sand haters, disinfection
and tired discharge:
3, Lagoon Systems consisting only of preliminary treatment. lagoons, pumps, disinfection, necessary chemical treatment for
algae or nutrlerd control, and direct discharge;
4. Closed bap Recycle Systems:
5. Groundwater Remedtatlon Systems consbstlrg only of oetwater separators, pumps, air-striipping, carbon adsorption, disinfection
and dasposal:
6LAquacuhture operations with discharge 10 surface waters;
7, ,Water Plant sludge handling and back -wash water trecdmerd;
ft, Sealood processing consisting of screening and disposal.
o� Single-family discharging systems, with the exception of Aerobic Treatment Units, wit be classified li permitted attar July 1,
1993 or If upon inspection by the Division, t is found that the system is not being adequately operated or maintained. Such
systems will be notified of the classification or reclassification by the Commission. In writing.

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The following scale is used for rating wastewater treatment facilities: (circle appropriate points)
ITEM POINTS
m lee definition Na.33)4
(1) IrdustrW Prelreatrnern Links or Industrial Pretreatment Program (
(2) DESIGN FLAW OF PLANT IN gdd (rot applicable to n T n3isd 7�5i andfacilities cdge onsisting Ii e m
stator purification plans, totally dosed cycleyet ma{
(4Xd) or horns (4)(d) and (i1)(d))
0 - 20,000
20,001 - 50.000 3
50,001 - max4
100.001 - 250,000 s
250,001 - 500,000 "" 5
500,001 - 1,000.000 10
1,000,001 - 2,000,000
2,000,001 (and up) rate 1 poll" additional for each 200.000 grid capacity up to a maximum of 30
Design Flow (9Pd) _N/R * *'S+N4firaiteAt 7),Isacittge
PRELIMINARY LNiTS1PROCESSES (sea definition No.32) 1
(a) Bar Saws
(b) Mechanical Screens. Static Screens or Comminuting Devices or 21
(c) GA Rwtvral
Or 2
(d) Mechanical or As rated Grt Rerrroral 1
(a) FbwMeasuring Device ..
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(1) Instrumented Flow Measurement 2
(9) Preaeratlon 2
(h) Wiwi Flow Equalization
(I) Greats or 01I Separators - Gravity....—._......_ .......... ........»....«......._...«..........«2
Mechanical. ..................................».. .3
Dissolved Air'Fblation ..••»- .. .5
()) Prechbrination
PFtlwtrkRY TREATMENT INRSiPRDCESSES
(a) Septic Tank (sea definition No. 43)..... ...... S
(b) Imhoff Tank. -.»
(c) Primary Clarifiers-
(d ) Settling Ponds or Settling Tanta for kroroaric Non-toxlc Materials (sludge handling facilities for water
pratfication plans. sand, gravel. stone. and other mining operations except notational activities such as Pam 2
or
SECONDARY TREATMENT mining).
4LNTSIPF S • • .
(a) Carbonaceous Stage
(I) Aeration-II9h Purity Oxygen System..... ».. ».....«.........._ ... 20
Dtfusad Air System ...«.... 10
Mechanical Air System (fixed. floating or tenor)....._..—«--... •»•-..» ...—.._-..-...-...- 24
Separats Strd0e Reaeredon......«......._.. ...................«...... 3
(p) Tddd'rrg Filter 7
HighRafe .. » _ ..... —.. y ...»... S
Standard Rate ....» .....»..... .... ..»............ 5
Packed Towsr
(51) Biologicai Aerated Fitter or Mratsd Biological Filter..«.___10
(Iv) Aerated Lagoons 0
10
(v) Rotating Biological Contactors. .•.--.•-•.-.--.•-.......... .........._.... 10
(v1) Sand Fitters-Int•msltlertt biological » ...»........».. 2
Recirculating biological... .. «.....» _ . - »« 3
(v l) Stabilization Lagoons.... »».«..»._ ...._» ........«. »».» ........................» .
tat) Duller .. ..... 5
(Ix) Single stage ayt:tam for combined carbonaceous removal cd BOD and nitrogenous removal by
n1trificatlon (see definition No. 12)(Points for this kern have to be In addhbn to kerns
(5)(a}(I) through (5)(a)(vi11), 2
uCkzin9 the extended .radon process (sea definition No.3a).».........»
utilizing other than the extended aeration process............—»....-.»._....-.....»»-•.-..«S
(x) Waled additions to enhance BOD removal..... ...«...« _.»—._ . _ «» » _. ..Y ».5
(xi) BIotogieal Cuhurs ('Super Bugs'}addEbn....—».......»....»»»---.».•»......- .
(b) Nitrogenous Stage _...._.__.—.._...—......._...._.....__..20
(I) Aeration - High Purity Oxygen Syst•m._ ..... 1 0
Defused Air System....... ........... .... »» .— 8
Mechanical Alt System (fixed, floating or rotor).....«..._..-_...»_._-»-•--.•---.«........_.3
Separate Sludg. Reasrt»
ion...».« .-- ...» » «. »--. «.»_.». 3
(11) Tdddirg Filter -High Rate........ _ ...». ............._7
Standard Rate........»......•...•...._........................»..........---..— .... _.........................
Packed Tower S
»..... »......._............ 10
(10) Biological Mrated Finer or Aerated Biological FTtsr (Iv) Rotating Biological Contactors 1 0
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(v) Sand Filer - kaermitters biologist....»...»,,,..._.--...........--. »..»............._.....«........2
Reticulating biologloal.._-......»_...... - --- ...5
TERTIARY OR MANCEDTREATMEUslITSPFCCSSES »~• _»01) ~. • » »r —
(a) AWvated Carbon Bads - S
without carbon regen.ration„..--..».«....«»».--._... — 5
with carbon regeneration. - »-- -•- ---- --
(b) Powdered or Granular ACtArated Carton Feed-
,,,.,_............_........3i
without carbon rsgsneration.....,.,.---..»...»•.•.•.—«--•--•---- __15
with carbon regeneration....»..» �....._- •...-...—_ " »b
o) Air stripping.. «.r.,...._10
Dena:15;0On Primers
f) Foam S.partdlort.. _.»--....»-......-..........._......,....._._. .._....,....._.a
(g) bit E ppficatio tee ". No. 22b rot — for rand, gravel, stone .—.
h) Land App3cation o1 Treated Ef1wnt (la. deiin[tlon) ( applicable
and other simile mining operators) by high rate kintration._«._...—._... �
' (1) Mkroscre.rta .... ...— .. ».........» ..... ..�.---...--2 6
() pho�p teraus R•ntoral by Biological Processes (See definition No. 25)..._.. .»....»........»Z
(a) Potialting Ponds - without aeration____ -------_-----------.-___------
withaeration ................ _........--.—.—......,...—..
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(4)
(5)
(5)

(I) Post Aeration - cascade 0
d1Husod or mechanical 2
(m) Revers* Osmosis .5
(n) Sand or !Azad -Media Filters - low rare........._...».... 2
high rate 5
(a) Treatment processes for fermata of metal or cyanide _1 5
(p) treatment processes for removal of toxic materials other than metal or cyanide....._.._..__,......_.._.__..._. 16
(7) SLLJCGETFEATNENT
(a) Sludge Digestion Tank - Hsatod (anaerobic) 1 0
Aorabic S
Unhaased (anasrobic) .3
(b) Sludge Stabilization (chemical or thermal) J`
(c) Sludge Drying Beds - Gravity 2
Vacuum Assistod
(d) Sludgo Eutrlallon
(a) Sludgo Conditioner (chemical or thermal)
(1) Studge Thickener (gravity) .5
(g) Dissolved Air Flotation Unk (not applicabio to a unit Mod as (3)(1)1 8
(h) Sludge Gas Utilization (including gas storage) 2
(1) Sludge Holding Tank - Aerated .5
Non -serried 2
(J) Sludgo Incinerator (not including activated carbon regeneration) 10
(k) Vacuum Thor, Centrifuge. or F1her Press or other similar dawatering devices ......»_.................»10
(e ) RESIDUALS UTILIZATIRNIDISPOSAL (rhduding Incinerated ash)
(a) Lagoons 2
(b) Land Application (surface and subsurface) (sae definition 22a)
by contracting to a Land application operator or Landfill operator who holds the land application permit
or landil permit 2
(e) Dedicated Landlill(burial) by the psrmitlee of the wastewater trsatmun facitlly .5
(9) DIST.FECTEN
(a) Chlorination S
(b) Dechiorination S
(a) Ozone S
(d) Radiation S
(10) CHEMICAL ADDITION SYSTEM(S) ( sae definition No. 9) {rot applicable to chemical additions rated as hem (3)(1).
Uit
{a){xi1, (6){a), ;6jD (b)(i)(b), (7)(e). (9a), (g)(b) or (9)(c) 5 points each:
•
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(1 1) frltSItF1 I ANECnLIS t-r3TS/PFoCt ass
(a) Bolding Porhds, Holding Tanks or Settling Pords for Organic or Toxic Mnerfais inducing waslee from mining
operations contalning nhrogon or phosphorus compounds In amounts &paicarty greater than is common
for domestic wastewater .4
(b) Effluent Flow Equalization (not applicable to storage basins which are Inherent In lend application ayi1sms)2
(c) Stage Discharge (nol applicable to dosage basirs Inherent In land . $callon aystams).....__-__......»...»».
(d) Pumps41)
(a) Stand -By Power Supply
(i) Thermal Poflulfon Corlrol Device 3
TOTALPOINTS..........»..... . .-»»..........»....»...»....................
CLASSIF1CA1MN
6-26 Points
11 26.60 Points
Class IS 51-65 Points
CassN....................».......»....».»......» 66-Up Points
Facilities having a rating of ore through four points, Inclusive, do not require a certified operator.
Faciihtas having an activated sludge process cell be assigned a minimum ciasatlica1bn of Clams 11.
Facllll es having treatment processes for the removal of metal or cyanide Trill be anagned a minmum clas&MicatIon of Class 11.
Faciltisa having traatrrsrt processes for the biological rarnaral of phosphorus wilt La assigned a minimum demarcation of Class III.
.0034 4 DEMTIONS
The loiowing defInttlona shalt apply throughout this Subehaptsr. •
(1) Activated Carbon Beds. A physlcalrchemlcai method for reducing soluble organic material from wastewater eduert; Ths column -type bads used In this
method will have a flow rate varying from two to eight gatbre per minute par equate foot and may be either upiiow or downflow carbon beds. Carbon may or
may not be regenerated on the wastewater trsatm.rt plant mho;
(2) Aerated Lagoons. A basin In which all solids are maintained In suspension and by rh)Ch bbioglca3 oxidation or organs manor is reduced through artificially
accsisratod tarrsier of oxygen on a flow -through bads;
(3) iteration A process at bringing about Intimate contact betwasn air or Ngh purity oxygen In a Iquid by spraying, agitation or dHlusbn;(3a) i xtondad
Aeration. An activated sludge process utilizing a minimum hydraulic detention time of le bouts.
(4) Agrkukural)y managed alto. Arty site on which a clop la produced, managed. and harvested (Crop Includes grasses, prairie. Seas. ate.};
(5) Air Stripping. A process by wttich the amssmonium bit le first oorwarled to dissolved ammonia (pH adJuslrnont) with the arrrtroNa than Messed to the
atmosphere by physical maws; or other similar processes which remora pstroisum products such n terms, toluene, and Xylem;
(e) Carbon RsgsnsratbrL The regeneration of exhausted carbon by the use of a furnace to provide extremely high tsrnpsraturss which vie and oxidize the
absarbsd Impurities;
(7) Carbonaceous Stage. A stag* of wastewater trsatmsrd dssigred to acNeve 'secondary' effluent bias;
(e) Centrifuge. A mschankal dyke Its which art:ffugal forty k used to separate solids from liquids or to separate liquids trf tliffsrert densities;
(9) Chemical Addition Systems- The ideation of cemixt(s) to wasIowaler g an application point for purposes of Improving solids removal. pH adjustment,
afkaltnky control, etc.; the capability to exporimord with tailored chemicals and afferent application points to achieve a specific result will be considered one
system; the capability to add chemrcal(s) to dual vita all be rated as ora system; capability to add a c hemtal at a difforwd application points for different
purposes vela result in the ayslarns bsfng rated as separate systama;
(10) Chomlal Sludge CondhtorNng. The addition of a chemical compound such as lima, lards chloride, or a polymer to wet sludge to caalesce the masa prior to
Its application to a dewatsrIng device;
(11) Closed Cycle Systems. Lite of ho dl g ponds or holding tanks for oontalntnont of wastewater contatnlrg inorganic, ncn.loxto materials from sand, gravel,
cashed stone or cellar &maar operations. Such sycto rs shalt carry a maximum of two points regardless of pumping facilities or arty other, appurtenances;
(12) Combined Rerravat of Carbonaceous BOD and Nllrogoncus Removal by Nitrification- A &nglo cape system requlrad to achieve portnk sffluart ranks on BOD
and ammonia nkrogan within the rams blobglai reactor;
(13) Dachiortiatlon. The partial or con -pieta reduction of residual chlorine In a liquid by any chemical or physical process;
(14) Denkrllication Procea. Tits conversion of nitrate -nitrogen to ritrogsn gas;

PIPPPP
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
Tom L. Frederick, P.E.
Director of Water Resources
City of Monroe
P.O. Box 69
Monroe, NC 28111-0069
Dear Mr. Frederick:
May 25, 1994
EDEHNF t
N.G. DEFT. OF
ENVIRONIVMENT, HEALTH,
& NATURAL, RESOURCES
MAY 26 1994
ENVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Subject: NPDES Permit Application
Application Number NC0080381
John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
Union County
This is to acknowledge receipt of the following documents on May 9, 1994:
J Application Form,
Engineering Proposal (for proposed control facilities),
Request for permit renewal,
11 Application processing fee of $250.00,
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Engineering Plans and Specifications
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other: Residuals management plan.
The items checked below are needed before review can begin:
Application Form,
•
Engineering proposal (see attachment),
Application Processing Fee of $,
Delegation of Authority (see attached),
Biocide Sheet (see attached),
Engineering Economics Alternatives Analysis,
Engineering Plans and Specifications
Local Government Signoff,
Source Reduction and Recycling,
Interbasin Transfer,
Other:
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

This application has been assigned to Susan Wilson (919/733-5083) of the Permits and
Engineering Unit for review. You will be advised of any comments, recommendations, questions
or other information necessary for the review of the application.
I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that our Regional Office Supervisor prepare a staff report
and recommendations regarding this discharge, If you have any questions regarding this
application, please contact me at the number listed above.
Sincerely,
Susan A. Wilson.
Environmental Engineer
Mooresville Regional Office
Permit Application File

CITY OF MONROE
P.O. BOX 69 • MONROE. NORTH CAROLINA 28111-0069
FAX [phone]
May 6,1994
NCDEHNR-DEM
Permits and Engineering Unit
Division of Environmental Management
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
RE: Application for Permit Renewal
NPDES Permit NC0080381
City of Monroe John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
Stewart's Creek - YadkinfPee Dee Basin
Union County
Dear Ms. Sullins:
Please find enclosed in triplicate an application for renewal of NPDES Permit No.
NC0080381 for the discharge of treated basin sludge and backwash water from a
water treatment plant process to the waters of Stewart's Creek in Union County.
This application is being submitted in advance of the 180 days required prior to the
expiration of the existing permit on November 30, 1994. We are also enclosing a
check covering the required processing fee in the amount of $250.00.
We are requesting that you review the enclosed application and renew our permit in
accordance with the requirements of State regulations.
The facility is not a primary industry under Title 40 CFR, Appendix A, therefore, no
priority pollutant analysis is required. The facility is also an existing facility. We
are enclosing with the application a narrative description of our sludge management
plan.

Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time during the review process if you
have any questions.
Respectfully
T m L. F . derick, P. E.
Director of Water Resources
c: Mr. Jerry Cox
Mr. Harold Pope
th t 9 o gi nkt o m 0594 ko13 05 03

NORTH CARCLINA 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 C
To be filed only by persons engaged in manufacturing and mining
FOR
AGENCY
USE
Do not attempt to complete this form before reading accompanying instructions
Please print or type -
APPLICATION NUMBER
1•1 1 1 1 I L I
DATE RE::IYED
1 1 1
YEAR
DAY
1. Name, address, loc¢tion, and telephone norther of facility producing discharge
A. Name John Glenn Water Plant
_6. Bailing address -
1. Street address P 0 Box 69
2. City , Monroe , ^ 3. state North Carolina
Union
2. SIC
4. County
C. Location:
1. Street 2119 Old Camden Road ,
2. City Monroe 3, County Union
4. State North Carolina 28110
D. Telephone No. 704 282-4613
(Leave blank)
Area
Code .
3. Number of employees7
If all your waste is discharged into a publicly owned waste treatment facility
and to the best of your knowledge you are not required to obtain a discharge
permit, proceed to item 4. Otherwise proceed directly to item 5.
4. If you meet the condition stated above, check here O and supply the information
asked for below. After completing these items, please complete the date, title,
and signature blocks below and return this form to the proper reviewing office
without completing the remainder of the form.
A. Name of organization responsible for receiving waste_. N/A
8. Facility receiving waste:
1. Name N/A
2. Street address
3. City 4. County N/A
N/A 6. 21P N/A
,. `k Principal product, Draw material (Check one) Community Water System
t. Principal process Water Filtration Plant
7. iiaXimum amount of principal product produced or raw material consumed per (Check one)
:NIA
5. ZIP 28111-0069
S. State
N/A
Basis
Mount
1-99
0)
100-199
(2)
200-499
(3)
500-999
'(4)
1000-
• 4999
(5)
5000-
9999
(6)
10,000-
49.999
(2)
T
50,000
or more
(8)
A. Day
9,140.00
B. Month
C. Year
k
_
�wEv/oua EMIT/OM...I UNTIL IUID PL. Y IS cjM•u.T(O

11.
/1na1*.r. M+,dra1 err prInr.lpal prn,ln,l I,rsdb„141 nr raw d.Ale•rini ree,•.,n,-vl, , p,,,1e•el
i+s, tte+r. !, above.. Is srraS urrd 1n (L1,cL1. ime):
A.D pounds B. tons C.D barrels D.D bushels E.a square feet
F.ti gallons G.o pieces or units H.D other, specify
• 9. (a) Check here if discharge occurs all year d(, or
(b) Check the month(s) discharge ocrurs:
]DJa 2 F
Hoary ,D tb
ruarY 3.011arcn 4.DApri1 5.DHay 6.0June
7.0 July B.D August 9.13 Septemher ID.] OCtober 11.0 Bomber 12.0 December
(c) Check how many days per week: 1., 1 2.0 2-3 3.0 4-5 4.0 6-7
10. Types of waste water discharged to surface waters only (check as applicable)
Discharge per
operating day
F Iow, gal ons per operating day
Volume treated before
discharging (percent)
0.1-999
(1)
.1000-4999
(2)
5000-9999
(3)
10,000-
49,949
(4)
r
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
8. Cooling water, etc.
daily average
C. Process water,
daily average
193,000
►
X
). Masinr.rr per ooerat-
ing Oar for total
discharge (all t resiL
I
193,000
• 11. If an. of the three types of waste identified in !tern 10. either treated or untreated.
are di,Charaed to places other than surface water•., rhect below as applicable.
Waste water is
dlschorggd to:
A. Municipal sewer system
B. Underground .•cll
C. Septic ten.
D. Evaporation laoar,n or pond
E. 0tner. specify
Average flow, gallons per operating di
0.1-999
(1)
1000-4999
(2)
5000-9999
(3)
10,000-49,999
(4)
50,C00 or more
(5)
12. Number of separate OischarQe points:
13. Name of receiving water or waters
A.1 1 B. D 2-3 C.D 4-5
Stewart Creek
0 D6 or more
14. Does your discharge contain or is it possible for your discharge to Contain
one or more of the following substances added es 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.Dyes 8,6 no
I certify that 1 am familiar with the information contained in the application and
that to the best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and
accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing Title
Date Application Signed - . Signature of Applicant
lrth Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly makes
Iy false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan,
' other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the
vironmental management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with,
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 Commissi
plerenting that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor pumishable by a fine not to exceed
0,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both.•(18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provi
punishment by a fine of. not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or bock
r a similar. offense.)

SLUDGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
JOHN GLENN WATER PLANT
CITY OF MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA
Wastewater from the water treatment process consists of both alum sludge removed from
the sedementation basins and filter backwash wastewater resulting from filter
backwashing. Both flows discharge to a clarifier with rake arms for sludge thickening.
Thickened sludge pumped from the bottom of the clarifier is conditioned with polymer
and dewatered on sand drying beds. Dewatered cake is discharged at the Union County
Sanitary Landfill. Clarified liquid from the top of the clarifier can be discharged at
controlled intervals to Stewart's Creek on the downstream side of the Lake Twitty dam.

A
EItirt7FR O V n . r
& NA I'r
DEC
MONROE, NORTH CAROLINA S?oti 3F Emr'{;fff m...1,:hJE!JEl1T
mfsYIut imrIU. ifffgE
WATER TREATMENT PLAN IMPROVEMENTS
CALCULATIONS
Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout, Inc.
Consulting Engineers
One Centerview Drive
Greensboro, North Carolina 27407

FINKBEINER, PETTIS & STROUT, LIMITED SHEET OF
SUBJECT MONROE, NC W1P IMPROVEMENTS — PRELIMINARY DESIGN
1 2
WASH WATER LAGOON CgLG. BY SBM CHECKED BY
DATE 03—Mar-95
SLUDGE GENERATION
Pounds per Day = 8.34 * MGD * [0.44 * ALUM MG/L.. + 0.75 * TURBIDITY]
Alum mg/I = 45
Turbidity = 12
1 BACKWASH SOLIDS
Assume the percent of solids generated = 0.1
LOADINGS
Washwater Annual backwash solidsat %solids
volume (cf)
Flow (MGM Sludge ppd Solids ppd
0.10 0.25 0.50 0.75
9 2162 216 12252
4901 2450 1634
13.5 3243 324 18378 98021 ' 3676 2450
4901 3267
] 18 4323 432 24504
31 WASHWATER LAGOON
The proposed lagoon area is a natural basin which makes for a good location since required
1 grading should not be excessive.SOL
By setting the maximum wash water lagoon water surface elevation at (with datum per
lagoon area topography map provided by City) piping routed to the lagoon can carry .
adequate backwash water to the lagoon at existing backwash rates.
An earthen dam can be constructed to contain the backwash water. T hf. existing topography
can provide approximately 2.25 milligallons of storage at the maximum water level.
The limiting factors keeping the_,589 elevation from being raised are that the sewer
pipe will need adequate slope to carry water to the lagoon and also the water surface
4 from an operators standpoint is to have the discharge into the lagoon at an elevation in
should preferebly not be much higher than the nearby road. A desirable situation
which the discharge can be seen.
As indicated in the spreadsheet above, if sludge thickens over time to 10 percent solids and the
average flow is 13.5 MGD, annual backwash solids production is approximately 18,378 cubic
feet. With a 2.25 million gallon storage volume, approximately 16 years of storage
volume is achieved.
1
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DATE
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CALCULATED BY, LL�;
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MAX. (/ . 5. &Led G :5b 2 . oo •
MAX SvRFAie /3 64 = _ /• ,WI? ACRES
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110
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10
0
Monroe WTP
0
100
_} ONE PUMP
C-3085, 438-30
200 300 400
+ TWO PUMPS PARALLEL
500

Lotus 24 2/8/94
SYSTEM CURVE CALCULATIONS
SYSTCRV2WK1 &SYSTOW3FMT
PRoJECT:MonroeWTP
SYSTEM:One Pump Operating
DISC ELEV P.7,!:
PUMP
SUCTELEV 1177....:7:,
C/L ELEVATION
STATIC SUCTION HEAD
3.00
Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout, Limited
BY:
BNH210
DATE:
34968
RLE:
-104WOMI
CHECKED BY:
TOTAL FLOW (gpm)
•
(MGD)
STATIC HEAD:
0.00
0.14
0.29
0.43
0.58
0.72
7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Flow Through Section #1 (pump to reducer)
DIAMETER (in):
Bend 90 2
Check Val 1
Plug V 1
BranchT 1
avnEb LENGTH: rowift.
@ 0.30
@ 2.00
@ 0.73
@ 0.68 TOT K=
SEGMENT FLOW gpm 0 100 200 300 400 500
ffiM.P.M7
FLOW RATIO: WAFEtkvvyA
C: 920,a VEL fps 0.00 2.55
V HD ft 0.00 0.10
H/1000 ft 0.00 8.72
HD Lft 0.00 0.52
4.01 ACCUM H ft 7.00 7.52
5.11
0,40
31.48
2.02
9.02
7.66
0.91
66.70
4.49
11.49
10,21
1.62
113.63
7.93
14.93
12.77
2.53
171.78
12.31
19.31
Row Through Section #2 (reducer)
DIAMETER (in): MOE
Increaser 1
LENGTH: fL C:
@ 0.07
TOT K= 0.07
SEGMENTTLOWgpm_
FLOW RATIO: opr
VEL fps
VHD ft
H/1000 ft
HD Lft
ACCUM H ft
O 100 200 300 400 500
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7.00
2.55
0.10
8.72
0.01
7.53
5.11
0.40
31,48
0.05
9.07
7.66
0.91
66.70
0.12
11.61
10.21
1.62
113.63
0.20
15,13
12.77
2.53
171.78
0.31
19.63
Flow Through Section #3 (reducer to manhole)
DIAMETER (in):
Bend 45
40
30
I0
3
Bend 22.5 2
LENGTH: C:
@ 0.20
@ 0.10
SEGMENT FLOW gpm
S1'..MOR:TiMn
FLOW RATIO:
EAR
VEL fps
V HD ft
H/1000 ft
HD L ft
TOT K= 0.80 ACCUM H ft
Monroe WTP
One. Punip Operating
O 100 200 300 400 500
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7.00
1.13
0.02
1.21
1.09
8.62
2.27
0.08
4.37
3.93
13.00
3.40
0.18
9.26
8.34
19.95
4.54
0.32
15.77
14.21
29.34
5.67
0.50
23,84
21.50
41.13
0 100 200 300 400 500

Lotus 24 2/9/84
SYSTEM CURVE CALCULATIONS
SYSTCFIV&VvKi &SYSTCRV3PAKT
PRoJEcT:Monroe WTP
SYSTEM:Two Pumps Operating
DISC ELEV up
P
PUMP
SUCT E LEV
C/L ELEVATION
STATIC SUCTION HEAD
3.00
Finkbeiner, PcItis & Strout, Limited
BY: BNH210
DATE 34968
FILE.• . ..,
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CHECKED BY:
TOTAL FLOW (gpm)
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(MGD)
STATIC HEAD:
0.00
0.14
0.29
0.43
0.58
0.72
7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00 7.00
Flow Through Section #1 (pump b reducer)
DIAMETER (in): rfmai LENGTH: lat7c,.
Bend 90 2 @ 0.30
Check Val
Plug V
BranchT
1
1
1
@ 2.00
@ 0.73
@ 0.68 TOT K=
SEGMENT FLOW gpm
TWW RAT10: Ern.
C: rtsi VEL fps
VHD ft
H/1000 ft
HD Lft
ACCUM H ft
4.01
O 100 200 300 400 500
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7.00
2.55
0.10
8.72
0.52
7.52
5.11
0.40
31.48
2.02
9.02
7.66
0.91
66.70
4.49
11.49
10.21
1.62
113.63
7.93
14.93
12.77
2.53
171.78
12.31
19.31
Row Through Section #2 (reducer)
DIAMETER (in):
Increaser
LENGTH: taft.
1 @ 0.07
C:
TOT K= 0.07
SEGMENT FLOW gpm
FLOW RATIO:
VEL fps
VHD ft
H/1000 ft
HD Lft
ACCUM H ft
O 200 400 600 800 1000
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
7.00
5.11
0.40
31.48
0.05
7.57
10.21
1.62
113.63
0.20
9.22
15.32
3.64
240.77
0.45
11.94
20.43
6.48
410.19
0.78
15.71
25.53
10.12
620.09
1.20
20.52
Flow Through Section #3 (reducer to manhole)
M-74g.A.M
DIAMETER (in): F61-01''''....7:1 LENGTH' mta,54ft
Bend 45 3
Bend 22.5 2
@ 0.20
@ 0.10
SEGMENT FLOW gpm
FLOW .RATIO:
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VEL fps
VHD ft
H/1000 ft
HD Lft
ACCUM H tt
0 200 400 600 800 1000
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
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2.27
0.08
4.37
3.93
11.50
4.54
0.32
15.77
14.21
23.44
6.81
0.72
33.42
30.15
42.09
9.08
1.28
56.93
51.41
67.11
11.35
2.00
86.06
77.76
98.28
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100
50
70
60
30
40
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20
10
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SECTION
5
SUPERSEDES
6/90
MODEL
3085
ISSUED
12/91
VENT PIPE
t�MIN_ G
T
�II�11II�rai.b
-1 I I=1 I.
DISCHARGE 0
ELEVATION
__FT_IN
DEPTH OF WELL 0
_FT__IN
INTERMEDIATE
GUIDE BAR BRKT.
(USED FOR GUIDE
BARS OVER 20 FT.
LONG)
//i
ITT FLYGT I-1DL
TYPE CHECK VALVE
V
FAD®
,far4
r
1
60
CP-3085
Lift Station Dimensions
UPPER GUIDE
BAR BRACKET
—CABLE HOLDER
ACCESS COVER 0
r
GROUT
A
ITT FLYGT CONTROL CENTER
SUBJECT TO ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATIONS
(WALL, POLE, OR PEDESTAL MOUNTING)
JUNCTION BOXES (NOT SHOWN) FOR THE
PUMP CABLES MUST BE LOCATED ABOVE
THE FLOOD ELEVATION.
or -GROUND EL. _FT.IN O
I --III- T
—I 1113 ' LI I I= l l I•
—
I 1111 11 111=111=11
//
f//, I ALARM ON - FT_IN»
ELECTRICAL POWER CABLE
INFLUENT , PIPE VALVE
Tr __DIA.
II
C. NOTES:
1. INDICATES INFORMATION TO BE DETERMINED BY OTHERS.
2. LOCATE ANCHOR BOLTS USING CLEAR INSIDE EDGE OF
ACCESS FRAME AND CENTER LINE OF PUMP AS REFERENCE
POINT. BOLT LOCATIONS MUST BE HELD TO MAINTAIN
EXACT POSITION OF PUMP RELATIVE TO ACCESS FRAME.
3. GROUT OPENING FOR ACCESS FRAME.
•
• k
421,
EL. __FT_INt
LAG PUMP ON __FT.IN (DUPLEX ONLY)
ITT FLYGT LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR (3x SIMPLEX)
(4x DUPLEX)
• LEAD- PUMP ON __i
0
2" GUIDE BAR, GALVANIZED
(SCHEDULE 40 PIPE)
(NOT BY ITT FLYGT)
(2x SIMPLEX)
(4x DUPLEX)
PREFABRICATED REINFORCED CONCRETE PIPE
MIN. LIQUID LEVEL MUST NOT
FALL BELOW TOP OF VOLUTE
t
PUMPS -OFF • FT IN � }
BASE ELEVATION
a ANCHOR BOLT (2" PROJECTION)
MW-
4. HEAVY DUTY ACCESS COVER AVAILABLE FROM ITT FLYGT.
(CONSULT ITT FLYGT CORP. FOR COVER DIMENSIONS)
5. CONFIGURATION AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS ONLY. ALL DETAILS, INCLUDING SIZING
OF PIT, TYPE, LOCATION AND ARRANGEMENTS OF
VALVES AND PIPING, ETC. ARE TO BE SPECIFIED BY
THE CONSULTING ENGINEER AND ARE SUBJECT TO
HIS APPROVAL.

SECTION MODEL
5 3085
PIT
T--
Simplex
2' TYP�
CABLE HOLDER
V W o
H Du.
GROUT CIRCLE
R FURTHEST PROTRUSION OF ACCESS
FRAME FROM CENTER OF PIT.
TOP VIEW
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
REF, POINT
Ca
PIT PUMP,
k UPPER GUIDE
BAR BRACKET
A
SUPERSEDES ISSUED
6190 12/91
CLEAR INSIDE EDGE C5
OF ACCESS FRAME
GROUT
CIRCLE
a ANCHOR GD
BOLT (4x)
PIT
BASE SECTION
DIMENSIONAL CHART
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
STATION
COVER
A
B
C
D
F
G
H
R
S
T
U
CV
MWs1ZE
V
W
X
Y
Z
AD
3"
STD
273
9 8
7 i
3 g
15i
3
32
33
11 i
5;
60
91
12
B
30
40
15i
30
40
4 i
4"
STD
2 i
9 i
7 i
3 g
15 i
21
32
33
12i
6
60
111
12
B
30
40
151
30
40
4 k
Duplex
C PIT
S
T
CABLE HOLDER
V W''
R FURTHEST PROTRUSION OF ACCESS
FRANC FROM CENTER OF PIT.
TOP VIEW
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
H pu_
GROUT CIRCLE
REF, POINT
PIT
CLEAR INSIDE EDGE
GC ACCESS FRAME
f ANGHDR m
k BOLT (BA)
"NA
,,,,t
I► [\
kiii
OUT
rrrrr CIRCLE
PIT
BASE SECTION
PL
TYF.
PUMP AND (I>
UPPER. GUDE
OAR BRAG%ET
TYP,
DIMENSIONAL CHART
NOM_
SIZE
VERSION
STATION
COVER
ABCDF
GHR
S
T
U
CV
MW
PL
sIZE
V
W
X
Y
Z
AD
3"
STD
2TS
9 g
7 i
38
154
1
45
36
151
91
60
91
12
9
C
48
58
24
30
40
4 2
4"
STD
y2'.
9 g
7 a
3 6
15a
1
45
36
162
10
60
71 g
12
9
C
48
58
24
30
40
4
FY,Ti.GT 1-

SECTION
PAGE
CP-3085
Outline Dimensions
4
SUPERSEDES
6/90
1
ISSUE!
12/9'
3 3
8
2' GUIDE BARS (2x
(SCHEDULE 40 PIPE
f N
1=. f
REF. LINE 0
G I--K
1.9
16
(NOT BY FLYGT, CUT
TO LENGTH AT ASS'Y)
STD. CLASS 125
C.I. FLANGE
(NOM. SIZE)
1I1
REF. LINE 03
{ A
DISCH.
c.
D-1
B
VIEW Z❑ —
ALL DIMENSIONS 1N INCHES
C
3 DIA. ANCHOR
4 BOLTS (4x)
ACCESS COVER
REF. LINE CI
(CLEAR INSIDE EDGE)
TYPICAL SIMPLEX
TYPICAL DUPLEX
POWER CABLE
HQMIN. LIQUID LEVEL
f
T
J
o NOTES:
1. DIM. TO ENDS OF GUIDE
BARS.
2. REPRESENTS CLEAR
INSIDE EDGE OF ACCESS
FRAME OR OPENING.
3. SEE STATION DWGS.
FOR COMPLETE INSTALLATION
DIMENSIONS.
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
WEIGHT(Les)
PUMP
DISCH
3"
.STD
145
80
4"
STD
145
80
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
DIMENSIONAL CHART
ABCDEFGHJKLMNPRSTUV
3"
STD
211
9 g
7 i
104
154
9 i
20
41
13/
231
5/
6 /
62
331
15/
121
2 /
17/
4"
STD
2q
91
74
3/101
154
9i
20
5
13/
23/
5i
64
6g
331
15/
124
2i
17s
FLFGI

SECTION
PAGE
2
16
SUPERSEDES
2/88
ISSUED
6/90
Installation Procedures
The faultless functioning of a ITT Flygt Pumping
Station will depend upon the correct selection of the
pump to suit system requirements and proper
installation. A great majority of ITT Flygt Electric
Submersible Wastewater Pumps are installed in
underground wet pits with Automatic Discharge
Connections, Guide Bars and Access Covers as
shown in the station drawings. Wet Pits constructed
of precast concrete rings offer significant savings in
labor costs over poured -in -place concrete, masonry
or brick and are universally accepted for use in
sanitary or storm sewer systems. Precast concrete
sections are available up to 120 inch inside diameter
(sometimes up to 144 inch inside diameter) throughout
the U.S. and are generally manufactured in
accordance with the provisions of ASTM Specification
C478.
Because of this, ITT Flygt Corporation's official
engineering documentation is based on stations
designed in precast concrete circular man -holes.
Each individual station drawing shows a suggested
Simplex and a suggested Duplex Pumping Station
built of precast concrete sections installed between a
Bottom Slab and aTop Slab (the Top Slab, usually at
ground level, contains the cast -in Access Cover).
The configurations and dimensions shown on these
Proposed Layouts are suggested minimum
requirements only, all details, including sizing of pit,
type, size, location and arrangement of valves and
piping, etc. are to be specified by the Consulting
Engineer and are subject to his approval.
The following is a partial list of useful suggestions for
construction and installation. (Please always observe
local regulations applicable).
A. Excavation:
Excavate a large enough hole to provide sufficient
working room around the station. The outside diameter
of the Bottom Slab should be at least one foot larger
than that of the concrete sections used.
B. Connecting Pipes:
Provide connecting holes for the Influent Pipe. Effluent
Pipe(s) and Cable Thrulets in accordance with the
Engineer's specification. Flexible joints outside of
concrete wall will reduce the danger of dislocation
due to settlement.
C. Backfill:
Backfill gradually and evenly around station after
concrete and joints have hardened. Compact backfill
to minimize post -installation settlement.
D. Top Slab with Access Cover:
Diameter of Top Slab shall be at least two feet larger
than O.D. of ring sections. The Access Cover must
be installed and properly oriented in the Top Slab.
1. See Station Drawings for Pump Model
and Access Cover location in relation to
the centerline of the station.
2. Positioning of the Hinge Side of the Cover
(See Accessories Section).
3. The Top Slab and Access Cover must be
level.
4. For Heavy Duty Covers ( See
Accessories Section).
E. Automatic Discharge Connection:
The Automatic Discharge Connection must be
attached to the Bottom Slab at the exact location
required relative to the Access Cover.
SUGGESTED PROCEDURES:
1.
Attach the Upper Guide Bar Bracket(s) to
the Access Frame (See Accessories
Section). Also, the centerline of the
Bracket(s) will determine the centerline of
the installed pump(s).
2. Place the pump Discharge Connection(s)
on the Bottom Slab and line up as shown
in the Accessories Section.
3. Cut to length and install the Guide Bars
between the Upper Guide Bar Bracket(s)
and Discharge Connection(s)_
4. Before securing anchor bolt nuts, check
across the Discharge Connection(s)
Outlet Flange(s) face with level and shim
if necessary. Guide Bars should be Parallel
and Vertical.

SECTION
PAGE
Installation Procedures
F. Internal Piping and Manifold:
Use proper gaskets, tighten bolts gradually and
evenly. In deep stations, install Discharge pipe
Brackets to relieve Discharge Connections from
overload and intermediate Guide Bar Brackets to
prevent Guide Bars from bending.
G. Installation of Pump Units:
Lower Pump Units into place along guide bars.
Check visually metal -to -metal contact between
Volute Flange and Discharge Connection.lf
necessary, re -check and re -align Discharge
Connection(s) and Guide Bars with pumps in place.
H. Grouting:
After proper alignment of all components, including
metal -to -metal connection of pump flange is
established, grout Access Cover, Discharge
Connection(s) and Pipe Thrulets. Build up and
shape slopes at bottom of the station as shown in
Station Drawings. This will help in preventing build-
up of solids at the bottom where side walls meet the
floor.
I. Surface Protection:
An epoxy -coal tar system is suggested for all internal
surfaces, concrete or metallic, if possible, follow the
recommendations in WPCF Manual of Practice No.
17 "Paints and Protective Coatings for Wastewater
Treatment Facilities" or the instructions of a reputable
manufacturer of protective coating systems, such
as Carboline, Koppers, Inertol, Perry -Austen, etc.
Proper surface preparation and careful application
will pay off in reduced maintenance costs and
longer life.
J. Storage of Pump Units Prior to Start -Up:
It is not good practice to store the Pump Units in the
wet pit, especially when long periods between
installation and start-up are anticipated. If this
practice cannot be avoided, rather than leaving
them on their Discharge Connections, secure them
and their power cable at some point above any
anticipated liquid level. Pay special attention to
unprotected open cable ends; seal them off and
make sure that they are not submerged or exposed
to moisture. Penetration of moisture thru the cable
may cause breakdown of the insulation, arcing at
the pump terminal board, destruction oflheJunction
Chamber and serious damage to the pump. If in
doubt, before start-up, re -check the cable, Cable
Entry and Junction Chamber following instructions
2
17
SUPERSEDES
2/88
in the Maintenance Manual under "Electrical
Checks". If possible, connect Pumps power cables
to Control Panel and during longer periods until the
official start-up, start and run the units manually for
30 seconds at least once every two weeks. (See
"Preparation for Extended Storage" in this section.)
ISSUED
6/90
LTG`

SECTION
PAGE
2
2
SUPERSEDES
ISSUED
4/86
DISCHARGE CONNECTION
( Bolted to Station Floor )
CP/CT/CS Pump Arrangements
THE "CT" ARRANGEMENT
Pump Type CT:
Dry pit installation, permanently connected to
inlet and outlet pipes. As all ITT FLYGT Pumps
are of submersible construction, the Type CT will
continue to operate satisfactorily should the dry
pit be subjected to flooding.
HOSE
CONNECTION
MOUNTING
STAND
THE "CP" ARRANGEMENT
Pump Type CP:
Permanent Installation in a wet pit with guide
bar bracket for automatic connection to and
removal from the stationary discharge
connection.
1•1---I
�
OUTLET L 1
1 .
__J
INLET
MOUNTING STAND with
Integral SUCTION ELBOW!
THE "CS" ARRANGEMENT
Pump Type CS:
Portable pump model (Models C-3080 thru
C-3311) with hose or pipe connection.

SECTION MODEL
�(icck�1
5
SUPERSEDES
6/90
3127
ISSUED
12/91
VENT PIPE
1
DISCHARGE
ELEVATION
__FT__IN
DEPTH OF WELL°
__FT__IN
INTERMEDIATE
GUIDE BAR BRKT.
(USED FOR GUIDE
BARS OVER 20 FT.
LONG)
sp
ITT FLYGT HDL
TYPE CHECK VALVE
O°
CP-3127
Lift Station Dimensions
UPPER GUIDE
BAR BRACKET
CABLE HOLDER
ACCESS COVER
GROUT
ITT FLYGT CONTROL CENTER
SUBJECT TO ENGINEER'S SPECIFICATIONS
(WALL, POLE, OR PEDESTAL MOUNTING)
JUNCTION BOXES (NOT SHOWN) FOR THE
PUMP CABLES MUST BE LOCATED ABOVE
THE FLOOD ELEVATION.
GROUND EL. __FT IN (
111�{i:Tri=ffl41l l 1Tt 1 I-
II III�1
'
INFLUENT
PIPE
IELECTRIC POWER CABLE
VALVE
DIA.
" 1�- 1 EL. rFT—IN
I ALARM ON _FT_IN
LAG PUMP ON _FTIN (DUPLEX ONLY)
ITT FLYGT LIQUID LEVEL SENSOR (3x SIMPLEX)
(4x DUPLEX)
LEAD PUMP ON FT__IN°
2" GUIDE BAR, GALVANIZED
(SCHEDULE 40 PIPE)
(NOT BY ITT FLYGT)
(2x SIMPLEX)
(4x DUPLEX)
PREFABRICATED REINFORCED CONCRETE PIPE
MIN. LIQUID LEVEL MUST NOT
FALL BELOW TOP OF VOLUTE
PUMPS OFF
BASE ELEVATION F
\— a ANCHOR BOLT (2" PROJECTION)
o NOTES:
1. INDICATES INFORMATION TO BE DETERMINED BY OTHERS.
2. LOCATE ANCHOR BOLTS USING CLEAR INSIDE EDGE OF
ACCESS FRAME AND CENTER LINE OF PUMP AS REFERENCE
POINT. BOLT LOCATIONS MUST BE HELD TO MAINTAIN
EXACT POSITION OF PUMP RELATIVE TO ACCESS FRAME.
3. GROUT OPENING FOR ACCESS FRAME.
4. HEAVY DUTY ACCESS COVER AVAILABLE FROM ITT FLY
(CONSULT ITT FLYGT CORP. FOR COVER DIMENSIONS)
5. CONFIGURATION AND DIMENSIONS SHOWN ARE MINIMUM
REQUIREMENTS ONLY. ALL DETAILS. INCLUDING SIZING
OF PIT, TYPE, LOCATION AND ARRANGEMENTS OF
VALVES AND PIPING, ETC. ARE TO BE SPECIFIED BY
THE CONSULTING ENGINEER AND ARE SUBJECT TO
HIS APPROVAL.
GT.

SECTION MODEL
5 3127
R FURTHEST PROTRUSION OF ACCESS
FRAME FROM CENTER OF PIT.
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
H Dr&.
GROUT CIRCLE
REF. POINT
PIT. PUMP &-t
UPPER WIDE
BAR BRACKET
A
SUPERSEDES ISSUED
6/90 12/91
CLEAR INSIDE EDGE
or ACCESS FRAME
—IrGROUT
CIRCLE
BASE SECTION
4 ANCHOR0
BOLT (4x)
DIMENSIONAL CHART
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
STATION
COVER
A
B
C
D
F
G
H
R
S
T
U
CVMWsIzE
V
W
X
Y
Z
AD
4"
HH
2 a.
9 a
7 a
3 1
15/
1
38
29
17
101
60
111
13
B
30
40
151
30
40
4 g5
4"
STD
2 /
91
7 ,1
3 1
154
1
38
29
17
101
60
111
14
B
30
40
151
30
40
4 g'
6"
STD
4,
11
91
4 /
17/
2
37
31
15 /
71
60
14
15
B
30
40
15 /
30
40
4 g
4-g
8"
STD
51
11
91
41
171
1
42
43
20
111
72
191
15
D
42
52
221
42
52
8"
FiV
51
11
9 1
4 1
174
1
42
43
20
111
72
19/
16
0
42
52
224
42
52
4g
Duplex
R FURTHEST PROTRUSION OF ACCESS
FRAME FROM CENTER OF PIT.
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
H DA
GROUT CIRCLE
REF. POINT
PIT -- -
A
CLEAR INSIDE EDGE 0
ACCESS FRAME
I PI I
BASE SECTION
ANCHORS
BOLT (8:)
PL
.,,„TAP AND°
UPPER WIDE
8AR BRACKET
TYP.
DIMENSIONAL CHART
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
STATION
COVER
A
B
C
D
F
G I H
R
S
T
U
CV
MW
PL
SizE
V
W
X
Y
Z
ADI
4"
HH
2 a
9 8
7 4
3 .
154 _
_ 1 _
_ 47
36
15i
9 1
60
111
13
10
C
48
58
24
30
40
4 g
_ 4"
SlD
f21
9 1„
7 ;
3 6
155
1
47
36
15/
9 1
60
111
14
10
C
48
58
-74"'-30-
40
4 E`
6„
STD
4,4
11
9 z
4 a
175
1
52
39
14
6 g
72
1.4
15
-Ti-
"C"-48
-58'
271 /
30
40
4
8"
STD
53
1 i
9 2
4
175
1
55
41
181
91
72
19 z
15
11
F
48
601
251
36
481
5;
8"
HV
51
11
9 1
4 ;
171
1 55
41
181
91
72
19Z
16
11
F '
48
60/
251
36
48/
5;
1 YG7T

CP--3127
SECTION
PAG E
4
1
Outline Dimensions
SUPERSEDES
6/90
ISSUED
12/91
38
2" GUIDE BARS (2x)g
(SCHEDULE 40 PIPE)
(NOT BY FLYGT, CUT
TO LENGTH AT ASS'Y)
STD. CLASS 125
C.I. FLANGE
(NOM. SIZE)
ALL
I
F E4
❑Z
--I P
ih REF. LINE O
G
1 •*- 4 16
U
REF. LINE 0
DISCH. e
DJ
VIEW ❑Z — QZ
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
ACCESS COVER
(CLEAR INSIDE EDGE)
TYPICAL SIMPLEX
TYPICAL DUPLEX
POWER CABLE
H v MIN. LIQUID LEVEL
i
T—
a DIA. ANCHOR
BOLT (4x)
o NOTES:
1. DIM. TO ENDS OF GUIDE
BARS.
2. REPRESENTS CLEAR
INSIDE EDGE OF ACCESS
FRAME OR OPENING.
3. SEE STATION DWGS.
FOR COMPLETE INSTALLATION
DIMENSIONS.
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
WEIGHT(LBS)
PUMP
DISCH
4"
HH
285
80
4"
STD
315
80
6"
STD
315
120
8"
STD
320
145
81
HV
330
145
NOM.
SIZE
VERSION
DIMENSIONAL CHART
ABCDEFGHJKLMNPRSTUV
2i
9.i.,
7 i_
31101
15
9 4
25
3k
16i
28;
7 i
9
81
39/
19
13
2 i
20
4".__
4"
._HH_ _
STD
2 i
9 g
7 a
3
101
154
9<
26
3
16i
28;
71
8 3
81
391
19
14
2 4
20
6"
STD
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December 4, 1995
Ms. Carolyn McCaskill
NCDEHNR-DEM
Permits and Engineering Unit
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 2761 1-7687
CITY OF MONROE
P.O. BOX 69 • MONROE, NORTH CAROUNA 28111-0069
FAX [phone]
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RE: Request for Authorization to Construct
Residuals Treatment Improvements for John Glenn Water Treatment Plant Expansion and
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NPDES Permit No. NC0080381 � -if v ,
Monroe, Union County, North Carolina
Dear Ms. McCaskill:
Please find enclosed three copies of plans and specifications and a S200 application fee for request for Authorization to
Construct improvements to residuals handling and treatment facilities associated with the proposed Expansion and
Modifications to the John Glenn Water Treatment Plant
We have also requested under separate cover approval of the complete set of plans and specifications from Mr. J. C. Lin, P.
E., of the Plan Review Branch of the Public Water Supply Section of the Division of Environmental Health.
The City of Monroe is consistently meeting the requirements of this permit; the improvements proposed will allow the City
to continue to meet the permit conditions while operating a Water Treatment PIant expanded in capacity from 9.0 MGD to
11.0 MGD. The conditions of the existing discharge permit remain satisfactory to the City with the proposed plant
expansion and no modification to the existing permit will be requested.
Proposed improvements consist of continuous sludge removal equipment for a new sedimentation basin (similar to
equipment in the existing basins), a new backwash wastewater holding lagoon to receive wastewater from filter
backwashes and the clarified liquid from a sedimentation basin blowdown, a pump station to pump decanted water from
the lagoon to the existing gravity thickener, and a new metering flume manhole for the permitted discharge to Stewart's
Creek. Continuous sludge removal from the sedimentation basins will continue to go directly to the thickener for
treatment.
Plans and specifications were prepared by Finkbeiner, Pettis & Strout, Inc. of Greensboro. If you have any questions,
please call Mr. David Beard, Chief Design Engineer, or Mr. Steve Moran, Project Engineer, at [phone], or you may
call me at [phone]. Thank you for your consideration of this request.
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Director of
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ater Resources
c: Mr. David Cain
Mr. Jerry Cox
Mr. Harold Pope
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