NCS000348_Inspection Letter and Report_20210601

ROY COOPER
Governor
DIONNE DELLI-GATTI
Secretary
BRIAN WRENN
DirectorJune2, 2022
CPI USA North Carolina LLC
Attn Randy Mussellwhite
1281 Powerhouse Drive SE
aka Cogentrix Drive
Southport NC 28461
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
NPDES Individual Stormwater Permit NCS000348
Southport Power Plant
Brunswick County
Dear Mr. Mussellwhite:
On June 1, 2022, Brian Lambe from the Wilmington Regional Office of the Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land
Resources (DEMLR), conducted a compliance evaluation inspection for Southport Power Plant in 1281
Powerhouse Drive SE, Brunswick County, North Carolina.
The following observations were noted during the DEMLR inspection (please see the attached addendum for
additional information about your permit):
1) Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP)
A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) has been developed, recorded, and properly implemented.
Yes ■ No ❑
2) Qualitative Monitoring
Qualitative monitoring has been conducted and recorded in accordance with permit requirements.
Yes ■ No ❑
3) Analytical Monitoring
Analytical monitoring has been conducted and recorded in accordance with permit requirements.
Yes ■ No ❑
Other Observations:
Refer to inspection report.
Thank you for your assistance and cooperation during this inspection. Please be advised that violations of the
NPDES Stormwater General Permit may be subject to a civil penalty assessment of up to $25,000.00 per day
for each violation. If you have any questions, comments, or need assistance with understanding any aspect of
your permit, please do not hesitate to contact Daniel Sams or me at [phone] or [e-mail]
Sincerely,
Brian Lambe
Environmental Specialist
Land Quality Section
Attachments: BIMs Inspection Checklist
cc:WiRO Files Land Quality
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: NCS000348 Effective: 04/01/20 Expiration: 03/31/25 Owner: CPI USA North Carolina LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Southport Power Plant
County: Brunswick 1281 Power House Dr SE
Region: Wilmington Aka Cogentrix Dr
Southport NC 28461
Contact Person: Rick Houser Title: EHS Coordinator Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: SWNC,
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 06/01/2022
Primary Inspector: Brian P Lambe
Secondary Inspector(s):
Entry Time 10:OOAM
Reason for Inspection: Routine
Permit Inspection Type: Stormwater Discharge, Individual
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Storm Water
(See attachment summary)
Certification:
Phone:
Exit Time: 11:30AM
Phone:
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
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Permit: NCS000348 Owner - Facility: CPI USA North Carolina LLC
Inspection Date: 06/01/2022 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
An inspection was conducted to evaluate the close out procedures for the permit. The site is currently being demolished.
There is an erosion control plan BRUNS-2022-086 and NCGO10000 certificate of coverage NCC221387. The industrial
stormwater permit can be rescinded upon site conditions that will not contribute to stormwater pollution.
1. The industrial process has ceased.
2. Stockpiles of coal, wood chips, and TDF are removed, leaving residual cleanup. The site will be excavated to a three foot
depth to reach native soils. Less excavation can achieve the desired removal of remnant material.
3. The plant is mostly removed and they are in the process of removing all the metal and concrete from the site.
4. Wastewater components should be in compliance with NC DWR.
5. Groundwater and soil samples should be reviewed by Sue Robbins from DWM.
The site can resume Representative Outfall Status for Outfall 005 to represent all other outfalls. If a sample exceeds the
benchmark, you may need to sample all outfalls to identify where the source of the problem is. The drainage areas of the
site are in flux neccesitating the ROS.
The state post construction permit can be rescinded by removal of all Built Upon Area (BUA) on the site. There is not a form
for this process. You will need to write a letter explaining how a permit is not needed. The owners should understand that
any future actions on this site will need to go through permitting without benefit of the former BUA.
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Permit: NCS000348 Owner - Facility: CPI USA North Carolina LLC
Inspection Date: 06/01/2022 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
Yes No NA NE
Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a "Narrative Description of Practices"?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a BMP summary?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP)?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the facility provide and document Employee Training?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a list of Responsible Party(s)?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program?
❑ ❑ ❑
Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented?
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Qualitative Monitoring Yes No NA NE
Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Analytical Monitoring Yes No NA NE
Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Permit and Outfalls Yes No NA NE
# Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Were all outfalls observed during the inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If the facility has representative outfall status, is it properly documented by the Division? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Has the facility evaluated all illicit (non stormwater) discharges?
Comment: The ROS can be reinstated for the samplinc
outfalls.
■❑❑❑
The Outfall 005 is now reDresentative for all
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