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Home My WebLink AboutWQCSD0045_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220218DocuSign Envelope ID: 585C578C-101A-427A-A046-B90AE8CB8BFF ROY COOPER Governor ELIZABETH S. BISER Secretary S. DANIEL SMITH Director NORTH CAROLENA Environmental Qualify SENT VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL ONLY: NO HARD COPY WILL BE MAILED. February 18, 2022 Brian Shelton, Mayor Town of Rosman E-mail: rosmantown@comporium.net SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Rosman Collection System Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0045 Transylvania County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Rosman Collection System on 2/17/2022. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0045. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report". Please respond in writing (e-mail) to this office within 30 days of your receipt of this letter regarding your plans or measures to be taken to address the following issues: • Repair the fences around the Turnpike and Galloway Road stations. Install locks to prevent unauthorized access to all pump stations and other collection system infrastructure. • Replace pump station signage to reflect the new contact ORC operating the system (Royal Waterworks) and the associated emergency numbers. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me with the Water Quality Regional Operations Section in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500 or via email at tim.heim@ncdenr.gov. ATTACHMENTS Ec: Wes Royal - ORC, LF Sincerely, DocuSigned by: 11144ogUIA-uwi "-082B1105A3CA418... Tim Heim, P.E. — Environmental Engineer Water Quality Regional Operations Section Asheville Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ D_EC� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quelfy I olvtslon of Water Resources Asheville Regional Office 12090 O.S. Highway 70 I Swannanoa, Noah Carolina 28778 828.296.4500 DocuSign Envelope ID: 585C578C-101A-427A-A046-B90AE8CB8BFF Compliance Inspection Report Permit: WQCSD0045 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: SOC: Effective: Expiration: County: Transylvania Region: Asheville Contact Person: Brian Shelton Directions to Facility: System Classifications: CS1, Primary ORC: William Wesley Royal Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Inspection Date: 02/17/2022 Primary Inspector: Timothy H Heim Secondary Inspector(s): Owner : Town of Rosman Facility: Rosman Collection System Title: Mayor Phone: 828-884-6859 Certification: 25343 Phone: 828-506-5572 Entry Time 09:30AM Exit Time: 01:OOPM [D�,1{S- 1 �` I Phone: 828-296-4665 Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control II Spills/Response Plan Lines Pump Stations (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 585C578C-101A-427A-A046-B90AE8CB8BFF Permit: WQCSD0045 Owner - Facility:Town of Rosman Inspection Date: 02/17/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: Tim Heim of the Asheville Regional Office performed a Compliance Inspection of the Collection System on February 17, 2022. Wes Royal (Collection System ORC) and Brian Shelton (Mayor) assisted with the inspection. The following items requiring correction were noted at the time of the inspection: Pump station facilities must be secured from the public. Complete repair the fences around the Turnpike and Galloway Road stations. Install locks to prevent unauthorized access to all pump stations and other collection system infrastructure. Replace pump station signage to reflect the new contact ORC operating the system (Royal Waterworks) and the associated emergency numbers. Maintain written document of biannual inspections of high priority lines and annual sewer line cleaning. The following additional items were noted at the time of the inspection: The town has put significant resources into maintaining collection system infrastructure since the last inspection, including replacement of pumps, electrical panels and railings. Future projects being planned include upgrading the telemetry system to a text based format, connection to the new force main that will serve Gaia Herbs and extend along Hwy 64, and raising/sealing manholes located in the flood plain to reduce I&I. Page 2 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 585C578C-101A-427A-A046-B90AE8CB8BFF Permit: WQCSD0045 Owner - Facility:Town of Rosman Inspection Date: 02/17/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine General # Is this system a satellite system? # If Yes, what is system name or permit number? Is there a overall sewer system map? Does the map include: Pipe sizes Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc) Pipe location # Flow direction # Approximate pipe age # Pump station ID, location and capacity # Force main air release valve location & type # Location of satellite connections Are system maintenance records maintained? Comment: Grease Control Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? # Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.) For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? Is action taken against violators? Comment: Spills and Response Action Plan # Is system free of known points of bypass? If No, describe type of bypass and location # Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? # Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? # If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ▪ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑•❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ • ▪ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 3 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 585C578C-101A-427A-A046-B90AE8CB8BFF Permit: WQCSD0045 Owner - Facility:Town of Rosman Inspection Date: 02/17/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Does the plan include: # 24-hour contact numbers # Response time # Equipment list and spare parts inventory # Access to cleaning equipment # Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers # Source of emergency funds # Site sanitation and cleanup materials # Post-overflow/spill assessment Comment: Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: Aerial crossing of French Broad River near Turnpike PS. Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? If No, give details on temporary access: Is maintenance documented? Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? Comment: Document inspection of high priority lines. Pump Stations Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: Turnpike, Rosman Elementary School, WWTP Influent, New Excesior, Galloway Road # Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system # Number of vacuum stations in system # Number of simplex pump stations in system # Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building How many pump/vacuum stations have: # A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed? # A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? For pump stations inspected: Are they secure with restricted access? Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? # Do they all have telemetry installed? Is the telemetry system functional? Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? Does the sign include: Owner Name? • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Yes No NA NE 7 0 0 0 0 6 • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 4 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 585C578C-101A-427A-A046-B90AE8CB8BFF Permit: WQCSD0045 Owner - Facility:Town of Rosman Inspection Date: 02/17/2022 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Pump station identifier? # Address? Instructions for notification? 24-hour emergency contact numbers? Are audio and visual alarms present? Are audio and visual alarms operable? # Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected? If tested during inspection, did it function properly? Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? # Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator? # Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage? # If Yes, is there a distribution plan? If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan? # Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate? Do pump station logs include at a minimum: Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? Inspecting and exercising all valves? Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Pump station facilities must be secured from the public. Repair the fences around the Turnpike and Galloway Road stations. Install locks to prevent unauthorized access to all pump stations and other collection system infrastructure. Page 5 of 5