WQCS00372_2021 Annual Report_20220228

Old North State Water Company, LLC.
2021 Wastewater
Annual Report
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Residents of Briar Chapel,
2021 Overview
There is a lot of positive changes that occurred in 2021 and even better things to come in 2022 for the
wastewater system that serves Briar Chapel. Old North State Water Company, LLC (ONSWC) has
employeed a full time staff of certified operators and maintenance personnel that monitior, operate and
repair the wastewater treatment plant, collection system, pump stations and reclaimed irrigation in the
Briar Chapel Community. We trust the transition in customer service and the new operators are
providing the best relationship between Briar Chapel and ONSWC. We have multiple certified operators
on site daily that take great pride in envrionmental compliance and customer service.
Reclaimed Irrigation and Briar Chapel Parkway and Great Ridge Parkway grassed medians
As of January 1, 2022, ONSWC has transitioned all reclaimed spray irrigation operation away from the
third party irrigation contractor to our full time staf. Full irrigation start up is planned for mid March
2022.
If you are not aware, the grassed medians on Briar Chapel Parkway and Great Ridge Parkway are
certified reclaimed irrigation spray fields. Please refrain from parking or driving on these grassed
medians. The tires cause damage to the spay heads and lines and increase operation cost, which
leads to an increase for Briar Chapel sewer bills. When the irrigation zone is activated, the damaged
spray heads and lines cause water run off and ponding which is a violation of the state permit.
2021 construction projects
- The force main bypass project started in 2020 was completed in May of 2021. This line took the
strucurally deficient 8 PVC force mian out of service that was the cause of numerous spills and leaks.
-Phase 13 and Phase 14 sewer lift stations were completed and brought online.
- SD East (commercial area at 15/501) sewer lift station has been mostly completed.
- The wastewater plant expansion was intended to be completed by the end of 2021 but due to weather
and supply chain issues we are now expecting construction to hopefully be completed in mid April 2022.
Just to recap, we are still integrating specific equipment into the WWTP expansion that will address the
many issues we heard from the residents in 2020 and 2021. First, the WWTP will be converted to
diffused aeration. The current WWTP has floating aerators and floating mixers. Diffused aeration will go
a long way to lessen the odor and noise. Second, an odor control system will be integrated into the
plant expansion. The system is a two -stage system that combines biofiltration with an activated carbon
polishing filter. The influent screen, the screening dumpter, and the flow equalization tanks (where the
wastewater enters the plant) are the principal sources of potential odors at the plant; they will be
covered/enclosed to contain all the airspaces above or around these units. A force air ventilation
system will pull the air from these spaces through the biofilter. The biofilter media supports the growth
of sulfide reducing bacteria, which will remove 99% of the hyrogen sulfide in the air as well as other
odorous compounds. The cleaned air will continue to the carbon polishing filter, which will remove any
remaining hydrogen sulfide insoluable organic compounds that get through the first stage biofilter.
ONSWC has also taken the initiative to make sure we have multiple back up pumps, blowers, parts for
repairs and equipment for these repairs. ONSWC is thoroughly testing the reclaimed water system prior
to irrigation startup to repair and clear each zone for a good, clean, and problem free start up.

Fats Oils and Grease (FOG) and Disposable wipes
We ask for your continued efforts to eliminate fats, oils and grease (FOG) from the wastewater system.
They are harmful to your pipes and can cause sewage backups into your home. FOG is also harmful to
the wastewater system as they cause clogs that create expensive environmental repairs and creates
issues with the pumps and the floats which in turn cause can overflows. There is a Grease Goblin flyer in
this report and you will be seeing more from the Grease Goblin in coming months.
The usage of flushable wipes causes problems with your sewer system an can create clogs. "Flushable
wipes are not really flushable. Please refrain from flushing "flushable wipes".
It is recommended, FOG and disposable wipes be discarded in the trash can and not the sewer!
In closing, Old North State Water Company is 100% committed to providing the Briar Chapel community
with a safe and responsible wastewater system and the best customer service available from our
operators and our customer service department. We are looking forward to 2022 and completing some
needed upgrades. If you need anything, our customer service department is available to assist at 1-877-
511-2911 option 1.
Thank You,
Old North State Water Company, LLC

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Briar Chapel 2021
Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSO's)
March 3, 2021 500 gallon crack in the 8" forcemain on Hill Creek Rd. NCDEQ was notified and a 5 day
report was submitted to NCDEQ .
April 12, 2021 1,000 gallon manhole overflow at the intersection of Great Ridge Pkwy and Copper Leaf
Ave due to a plug being placed by the developer's contractor to perform testing on the system and not
being removed. NCDEQ was notified and a 5 day report was submitted to NCDEQ.
December 20, 2021 50 gallon line break at Lift Station A at 40 Hillcrest Drive. NCDEQ was notified and a
5 day report was submitted to NCDEQ
Reclaimed Water Pipe Break
March 21, 2021 60 gallon reclaimed water irrigation pipe break off Great Ridge Pkwy, about % miles
from the intersection with Catullo Rd near the main walking trail. NCDEQ was notified and a 5 day
report was submitted to NCDEQ.
May 3, 2021 1,500 gallon clog in irrigation valve leak at Adventure Park on Wilburn Avenue. NCDEQ was
notified and a 5 day report was submitted to NCDEQ.
July 11, 2021 345,000 gallon leak due to irrigation contractor leaving the flushing valve open. NCDEQ
was notified and a 5 day report was submitted to NCDEQ.
November 3, 2021 2,160 gallon solenoid malfunction causing the irrigation zone to run longer than
programmed at Heatherwood and Treywood Lane. NCDEQ was notified and a 5 day report was
submitted to NCDEQ.

ROY COOPED.
DIONNE DELLI-GATTI
S. DANIEL SMITI I
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Certified Mail # 7017 2680 0000 2219 4957
Return Receint Requested
John L McDonald
Old North State Water Company LLC
PO Box 10127
Birmingham, AL 35202-0127
No::e C .PO_4NA
Environmental Quality
April 09, 2021
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2021-DV-0205
Sanitary Sewer Overflows - March 2021
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00372
Briar Chapel Collection System
Chatham County
Dear Mr. McDonald:
The self -reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report submitted by Old North State Water Company
LLC indicates violations of permit conditions stipulated in the subject permit and North Carolina G.S. 143-215.1.
Violations include failing to effectively manage, maintain, and operate the subject collection system so that there is
no SSO to the land or surface waters and making an outlet to waters of the State for purposes of G.S.
143-215.1(a)(1), for which a permit is required.
Specific incident cited in the subject report include the following:
Incident Start Duration
Number Date (Mins) Location
Cause
Total Vol
Total Surface
Vol Water
(Gals) (Gals) DWR Action
202100979 3/3/2021 390 force main under Hill Pipe Failure (Break) 1,500 500 Notice of Violation
Creek Road w/in Briar
Chapel s/d

Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance. Please submit
a written response to this Notice of Violation. Your response is to be received by the regional office within 15
business days following receipt of this violation. Please include any additional documentation about this incident(s)
in the response. The submittal will be considered in determining whether the Division will assess a civil penalty for
the cited violations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mitchell Hayes with the Water Quality Section in
the Raleigh Regional Office at 919-791-4200 or via email at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
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Scott Vinson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: Regional Office - WQS File
Laserfiche

ROY COOPER
DIONNE DELLI-GATTI
S. DANIEL SMITH
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Certified Mail # 7020 3160 0000 2219 2412
Return Receipt Requested
John L McDonald
Old North State Water Company LLC
PO Box 10127
Birmingham, AL 35202-0127
NC)RrH CAPO_'INA
Environmental Quality
May 20, 2021
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Tracking Number: NOV-2021-DV-0262
Sanitary Sewer Overflows - April 2021
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00372
Briar Chapel Collection System
Chatham County
Dear Mr. McDonald:
The self -reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report submitted by Old North State Water Company
LLC indicates violations of permit conditions stipulated in the subject permit and North Carolina G.S. 143-215.1.
Violations include failing to effectively manage, maintain, and operate the subject collection system so that there is
no SSO to the land or surface waters and making an outlet to waters of the State for purposes of G.S.
143-215.1(a)(1), for which a permit is required.
Specific incident(s) cited in the subject report include the following:
Incident Start Duration
Number Date (Mins) Location
Cause
Total Vol
Total Surface
Vol Water
(Gals) (Gals) DWR Action
202101170 4/12/2021 120 Intersection of Great Other 1,000 0 Notice of Violation
Ridge Pkwy and
Copper Leaf Ave.

Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance. Please submit
a written response to this Notice of Violation. Your response is to be received by the regional office within 15
business days following receipt of this violation. Please include any additional documentation about this incident(s)
in the response. The submittal will be considered in determining whether the Division will assess a civil penalty for
the cited violations.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mitchell Hayes with the Water Quality Section in
the Raleigh Regional Office at 919-791-4200 or via email at [e-mail].
Cc: Regional Office - WQS File
Laserfiche
Sincerely,
Scott Vinson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
secretary
S. DANIEL SMITH
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
CERTIFIED MAIL 7020 3160 0000 2219 2757
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
August 5, 2021
John L McDonald
Old North State Water Company LLC
PO Box 10127
Birmingham, AL 35202-0127
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION (NOV-2021-DV-0329)
Intent to Assess CIVIL PENALTIES
For Unauthorized Bypass
Briar Chapel Reclaimed Water System
Permit: WQ0028552
Chatham County
Dear Mr. McDonald:
A review has been conducted of the 24-hour self -reporting Bypass report submitted by Robert White on
July 14, 2021. The Division of Water Resources (DWR)'s Raleigh Regional Office concludes that the
unauthorized bypass violated G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1) and Permit Condition Part 11 Section 2 (1) of Permit
WQ0028552.
Specific activities in violation of State Law include the following:
Total Vol
Total Surface
incident Start Vol Water
Number Date Location Cause (Gals) (Gals)
202101681 07/11/2021 Cattulo Run Flush valve left open 345,000 345,000
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North
Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143 215.1 and the facility's NPDES Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143
215.6A, a civil penalty of not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed
against any person who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements
of any permit issued pursuant to G.S. 143 215.1.
This office requests that you respond to this Notice, in writing, within ten (10) business days after
receipt. A review of your response will be considered along with any additional information provided in
the submitted report. You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the
violations. If no response is received in this Office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment
may be prepared.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Qualfty i Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919.791.4200

Remedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences
in the future. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional
violations of State law. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or
maintenance problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider
applying for a Special Order by Consent.
If you have any questions about this letter, please contact Mitch Hayes of the Raleigh Regional Office at
919.791.4261.
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Sincerely,
Scott Vinson, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NC DEQ
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional office i 3800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh North Carolina 27609

ROY COOPER
cowrnor
EUZABETH S. BISER
screary
S. DANIEL SMITH
John L McDonald
Old North State Water Company LLC
PO Box 10127
Birmingham, AL 35202-0127
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January 24, 2022
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
Tracking Number; NOD-2022-DV-0002
Sanitary Sewer Overflows - December 2021
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00372
Briar Chapel Collection System
Chatham County
Dear Mr. McDonald:
A review has been conducted of the self -reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow (SSO) 5-Day Report submitted by Old
North State Water Company LLC. This review has shown the Old North State Water Company LLC to be in
violation of the requirements found in the subject permit and/or North Carolina G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The
violations that occurred are summarized below:
Incident Start Duration
Number Date (Mins) Location
Cause
Total Vol
Total Surface
Vol Water
(Gals) (Gals) DWR Action
202102288 12/20/2021 40 Hill Creek Road, Inflow and Infiltration, unknown unknown Notice of Deficiency
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 Pipe Failure (Break)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct the above noncompliance. Please note
that the Division of Water Resources (DWR) began assessing civil penalties for severe and/or repeat SSOs
starting December 1, 2007. Enforcement decisions are based on volume spilled, volume reaching surface waters,
duration, gravity, impacts to public health, fish kills and other factors.
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If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mitchell Hayes with the Water Quality Section in
the Raleigh Regional Office at 919-791-4200 or via email at [e-mail].
Cc: Raleigh Regional Office - WQS File
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