WQ0042928_Permit (Issuance)_20211028

R.OY COOPER.
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
S. DANIEL SMITH
Director
MR. ED KILEY
RIVERSOUND POA
PO BOX 572
EDENTON, NORTH CAROLINA 27932
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
October 28, 2021
Subject: Permit No. WQ0042928
RIVERSOUND POA
RIVERSOUND WWTP
Domestic Wastewater Pump & Haul Permit
CHOWAN County
Dear MR. KILEY:
In accordance with your application received October 27, 2021, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQ0042928, dated October 28, 2021, to Riversound POA for the time -limited operation of a domestic
wastewater pump and haul operation. This permit shall be effective from December 1, 2021, will expire
on May 31,2022, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover
letter and supplement shall be considered a part of this permit and are therefore incorporated therein by
reference.
Please pay particular attention to the following conditions contained within this permit:
Condition 1.1: The Permittee or its representative shall inspect the permitted pump and haul
facilities at least daily to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and
discharges that may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat
to human health, or a nuisance condition.
Condition 11.1: An accurate record of the pump and haul activities must be maintained by the
Permittee, indicating; Date and time wastewater is removed from the facility; Name
of contract hauler; Name of facility receiving wastewater; & Volume of wastewater
removed.
Condition 11.14: This permit shall expire May 31,2022. Should the pump and haul activities stop prior
to the date of expiration send written notification to the Washington Regional Office,
Water Quality Section notifying them of that the permit is no longer required and
detailing the final disposal solution

If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the
right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of
this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of
North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final
and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Fredric Oelrich at (252) 948-
3924 or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Rottil TR..t
for S. Daniel Smith,
Director, Division of Water Resources
by Robert Tankard, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Washington Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
cc: Laserfiche
Harold F. Sanchez, Town of Hertford
Anita Harrison, Lassiter Septic Tank Service
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481

Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DOMESTIC WASTEWATER PUMP & HAUL PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted to the
RIVERSOUND POA
for the construction and operation of a domestic wastewater pump and haul operation to serve
Riversound WWTP, with an estimated total storage capacity of 30,000 gallons. The facility from which
pumping will occur shall include a minimum 24 hours storage with on -site audible and visual high water
alarms and telemetry. The anticipated flow for this pump and haul operation is expected to be 300 gallons
per day of domestic wastewater, pursuant to the application received October 27, 2021, and in conformity
with 15A NCAC 02T and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of
Environmental Quality and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from December 1, 2021, will expire on May 31, 2022, and shall be subject to
the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
Rottal Te.4.4441
for S. Daniel Smith
Director, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of The Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number: WQ0042928
Permit Issued: October 28, 2021
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481

SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
RIVERSOUND POA is hereby authorized to:
Construct and operate the aforementioned domestic wastewater pump and haul operation. The
wastewater collected by this system shall be pumped and hauled to Town of Hertford's Wastewater
Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0021849) for final treatment.
It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as -constructed project meets the appropriate
design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement facilities,
and/or referral of the North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board.
Construction and operation is contingent upon compliance with the Standard Conditions and any Special
Conditions identified below.
I. SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. The Permittee or its representative shall inspect the permitted pump and haul facilities at least
daily to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and discharges that may cause
or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance
condition. The Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary including at least:
a. Date and time of inspection;
b. Observations made;
c. Any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee.
The Permittee shall maintain this log of inspections for as long as the pump and haul activities
are being conducted and shall be made available to the Division or other permitting authority,
upon request. [15A NCAC 02T .0204(d)]
2. The Permittee or its representative shall inspect the permitted pump and haul facilities during
pump and haul activities to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and
discharges that may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human
health, or a nuisance condition. The Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary
including at least:
a. Date and time of inspection;
b. Observations made;
c. Any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee.
The Permittee shall maintain this log of inspections for as long as the pump and haul activities
are being conducted and shall be made available to the Division or other permitting authority,
upon request. [15A NCAC 02T .0204(d)]
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Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481

3. The Washington Regional Office, must be notified at least 48 hours prior to the commencement of
the pump and haul activities so that a site inspection can be performed. [15A NCAC 02T .0110]
4. This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between The Town of Hertford and
Lassiter Septic Tank Service for the collection, transportation, and final treatment of wastewater
is in full force and effect. [15A NCAC 02T.0204(b)]
5. Lassiter Septic Tank Service shall be the hauler of the wastewater. Contact Info is Anthony
Harrison, [phone], located at 127 Askewville Bryant Street, Askewville, NC.
II. STANDARD CONDITIONS
1. An accurate record of the pump and haul activities must be maintained by the Permittee,
indicating:
a. Date and time wastewater is removed from the facility;
b. Name of contract hauler;
c. Name of facility receiving wastewater;
d. Volume of wastewater removed.
The Permittee shall maintain this log for as long as the pump and haul activities are being
conducted and shall be made available to the Division or other permitting authority, upon request
[15A NCAC 02T .0108]
2. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted
to the Division accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties involved, and
other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be
considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. [15A NCAC 02T .0104; G.S. 143-
215.1(d3)]
3. The Permittee shall provide for the installation and maintenance of an audible and visual high-
water alarm on all storage and pumping facilities associated with this pump and haul operation.
[15A NCAC 02T .0204(c)]
4. This permit shall become voidable unless the subject pump and haul activities are carried out in
accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; and other supporting materials
unless specifically mentioned herein. [15A NCAC 02T.0110]
5. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data. No type, kind or quantity of wastewater other than
the pumped and hauled wastewater from the facility shall be included in these pump and haul
activities. [15A NCAC 02T .0110]
6. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the permittee to insure
proper operation of the subject facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0403]
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481

7. The Permittee shall report by telephone to a Water Resources staff member at the Washington
Regional Water Resources Section, telephone number [phone], as soon as possible, but
in no case more than 24 hour, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of
either of the following:
a. If the flow volume estimated above is exceeded by any amount on any day; or
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater storage, such as failures of tanks, piping, pumps,
aerators, compressors etc.; or
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, etc., resulting in a spill or by-pass directly to
receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or
facility; or
d. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
e. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water
Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible, but this shall not be considered as the
initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be
reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number [phone] or
[phone]. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by
completing and submitting Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form)
within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions
taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Part II of Form CS-SSO
(or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was
beyond control. [G.S. 143-215.1C(a1)]
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 02T; and
other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division,
in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C,
construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the
North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. [15A NCAC 02T .0104; 15A
NCAC 02T .0108(b-c)]
9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall cease operation of all pump and haul
activities and shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this
Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0110;
15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]
10. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Water Resources may,
upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises, or place on or related
to the pump and haul collection facilities at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining
compliance with the Division's approval; may inspect or copy any records that must be
maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit; and may obtain samples. [15A NCAC
02T .0110]
11. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by the Division any other Federal,
State, or Local government agencies which have jurisdiction or obtaining other permits which
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Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481

maybe required by the Division or any other Federal, State, of Local government agencies. [G.S.
143-215.1(b)]
12. Operation of this permit is based on acceptance of the certification attached to this permit,
completed by the Permittee and a North Carolina licensed Professional Engineer. Note that a
completed certification is only required for activities that met the definition of the Practice of
Engineering in accordance with G.S. 89C-3. In some instances this certification may not be
required.
13. A copy this permit, and approved plans and specifications (if applicable) shall be maintained on
file by the Permittee for the life of the project. [15A NCAC 02T .0104]
14. This permit shall expire May 31, 2022. Should the pump and haul activities stop prior to the date
of expiration, send written notification to the Washington Regional Office, Water Quality Section
notifying them of that the permit is no longer required and detailing the final disposal solution.
[15A NCAC 02T .0105(j), 15A NCAC 02T.0204(a)]
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481

This certification shall be completed and submitted to the appropriate regional office for
activities that result in the Practice of Engineering in accordance with G.S. 89C-3. In some
instances this certification may not be required.
PERMITTEE:
PERMIT #:
PROJECT:
ISSUE DATE:
Riversound POA
WQ0042928
Riversound WWTP
October 28, 2021
This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until the Division has received
this Certification. It should be submitted in a manner that documents the Division's receipt. Send
the required documentation the Regional Supervisor, Water Quality Section at the address at the
bottom.
PERMITTEE'S CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned agent for the Permittee, hereby state that this project has been constructed
pursuant to the applicable standards & requirements, the Professional Engineer below has provided
applicable design/construction information to the Permittee, and the Permittee is prepared to
operate & maintain the pump and haul system permitted herein or portions thereof.
Printed Name, Title
Signature Date
ENGINEERS CERTIFICATION
I, , as a duly re istered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina,
having been authorized to observe (I periodically, n weekly, n full time) the construction of the
project name and location as referenced above for the above 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 of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T and
other supporting materials.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's Seal w/signature & date:
❑ Final n Partial (include description)
Certification Comments/Qualifiers (attach if necessary):
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Washington Regional Office 943 Washington Square Mall I Washington, North Carolina 27889
252,946.6481