WQCS00106_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220531

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Johnny Lambert, ORC
Public Works Director
261 Chaffin Street
Mocksville, NC 27028
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
May 31, 2022
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Davie County Wastewater Collection System
NPDES Permit No. WQCS00106
Davie County
Dear Mr. Lambert,
On May 12, 2022, Gary Hudson of this office met with you to perform a Compliance
Evaluation Inspection at the above referenced wastewater collection system. This type
of inspection consists of two basic parts: an in -office file review and an on -site inspection
of the treatment facility. The attached EPA inspection form details the areas that were
evaluated during this inspection.
The inspection of the facility was satisfactory. If you have any questions regarding the
inspection or this report, please contact Gary Hudson or me at [phone] or by email
at [e-mail] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
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Regional Supervisor
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Winston-Salem Regional Office 1450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300 I Raleigh, North Carolina 27105
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Winston-Salem Regional Office 1450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300 I Raleigh, North Carolina 27105
336.776.9800

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00106 Effective: 06/26/18 Expiration: 05/31/26 Owner : Davie County Water System
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Cooleemee Collection System
County: Davie 261 Chaffin St
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Johnny Lambert
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Raymond Johnston Lambert
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Mocksville NC 27028
Title: Public Works Director Phone: [phone]
Certification: 999556 Phone: [phone]
NC0024872 Davie County - Cooleemee WWTP
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Entry Time 11:30AM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Gary Hudson Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Sewer & FOG Ordinances Map
II Reporting Requirements Inspections Spill Response Plan
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00106 Owner - Facility: Davie County Water System
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
*The permit became effective on 6/26/2018 and will epire on 5/31/2026.
*A FOG flyer is on the Community News Chanel and is also mailed in utility bills once per year.
*Mr. Lambert and his staff do a very good job with record keeping of all maintenance and inspection activities.
*The county has a good Spill Response Action Plan that is updated periodially.
*The wastewater collection system appeared to be well maintained and operated. No discrepancies were noted during this
inspection.
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Permit: WQCS00106 Owner - Facility: Davie County Water System
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Sewer and FOG Ordinances
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices?
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance?
Is Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
# Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance?
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.)
The permit became effective on 6/26/2018 and will epire on 5/31/2026.
A FOG flyer is on the Community News Chanel and is also mailed in utility bills once per year.
Comment:
Map
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
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
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
Comment:
Reporting Requirements
# 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?
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required?
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers?
# How is it being made available?
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Permit: WQCS00106 Owner - Facility: Davie County Water System
Inspection Date: 05/12/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment:
Inspections
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
# Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
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Comment: Mr. Lambert and his staff do a very good job with record keeping of all maintenance and
inspection activities.
Spill Response Action Plan
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
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
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment: The county has a good Spill Response Action Plan that is updated periodially.
The wastewater collection system appeared to be well maintained and operated. No
discrepancies were noted during this inspection.
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