I-36_UCFRBA_Monitoring_MOA_2020-2025

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. DAMEL SMITH
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
June 4, 2020
Dear Michael Rhoney and Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association Members:
I am pleased to announce the renewal of Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association
(UCFRBA) and the Division of Water Resources (DWR) Memorandum of Agreement (MOA)
has been finalized and will remain in effect until April 30, 2025.
The DWR greatly appreciates the program's continued support of the monitoring, time and
expertise contributed by its members for over 20 years now. We especially appreciate the
efforts of the UCFRBA during the renewal process, reviewing and editing the various drafts
and obtaining all the appropriate signatures.
The MCA outlines the stations, parameters, and frequency of monitoring required of the
program. In return, the DWR waives specific instream monitoring requirements as written
in the individual UCFRBA members NPDES permits. Influent and effluent monitoring
requirements are not affected by this waiver. Should a member's subscription in the
program be terminated, the DWR must be notified immediately and the instream
monitoring requirements in the individual's permit will be reinstated.
All other terms and conditions in the original permit remain unchanged and in full effect.
A copy of the MOA will be sent along with this letter but also can also be found on the DWR
Water Sciences Section website at https• //deq nc gov/about/divisions/water-
resources/water-resources-data/water-sciences-home-page/ecosystems-
branch/monitoring-coalition-program.
If you have any questions regarding this notification or any other coalition matter, please
do not hesitate to contact me at [e-mail] or [phone].
Sincerely,,
Mark Vander Borgh
cc:
Danny Smith: Director, Division of Water Resources
Cyndi Karoly: Chief, Water Sciences Section
Cameron Colvin: Water Resources Planner, Piedmont Triad Regional Council
Maya Cough -Schulze: Water Resources Planner, Triangle J Council of Governments
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512 North Salisbury Street 1 1623 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1623
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Memorandum of Agreement
Among
The State of North Carolina's Division of Water Resources,
The Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association Permittees,
and
The Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association
Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association
DWR
Division of Water Resources
Effective:
May 1, 2020 through April 30, 2025

MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT
This Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) is entered into this 1 st day of May 2020, by and among the
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY'S DIVISION OF
WATER RESOURCES (DWR), the NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION
SYSTEM (NPDES) DISCHARGERS in the Upper Cape Fear River Basin who have voluntarily
executed this MOA (UCFRBA PERMITTEES), and the UPPER CAPE FEAR RIVER BASIN
ASSOCIATION (UCFRBA), a non-profit corporation whose members include the UCFRBA
PERMITTEES (see Table 1).
WITNESSETH, THAT,
Whereas, the UCFRBA Permittees have instream (e.g., upstream and downstream) monitoring
requirements in their respective NPDES permits pursuant to Federal and State law.
Whereas, the DWR has obligations to collect water quality data, which it uses for various
purposes, including but not limited to enforcement, regulatory, scientific, and educational purposes.
Whereas, DWR has discretion in determining instream sampling locations in the context of
NPDES permitting.
Whereas, the UCFRBA Permittees are willing to combine their resources to provide for a more
efficient and effective method for instream monitoring to meet the requirements of their respective
NPDES permits.
Whereas, all parties to this MOA benefit from the collection of instream water quality data in
the Upper Cape Fear River Basin.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of mutual benefits that will accrue to each parry, the
parties agree as follows:
Purpose:
• The purpose of this MOA is to:
1) facilitate the collection of instream water quality data for parameters that are of interest to all
parties to this MOA;
2) facilitate the collection of instream water quality data at preferred sampling locations (i.e., to
reduce duplicative sampling locations and to sample at locations that would otherwise not be
sampled) which are mutually agreeable to the both parties;
3) facilitate the collection of instream water quality data at frequencies that provide useful
information to all parties to this MOA;
4) leverage the resources available to the parties of this MOA for instream sampling; and
5) provide all parties with consistent instream water quality data for the Upper Cape Fear River
Basin.
General Provisions:
• This MOA only applies to the collection and submission of instream water quality monitoring data
for the parameters, locations, and frequencies identified in Table 2.
• Nothing in this MOA precludes DWR from requesting UCFRBA Permittees or UCFRBA to take
additional samples. Similarly, there is nothing in this MOA that precludes UCFRBA Permittees or
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UCFRBA to voluntarily conduct and submit sampling data to DWR in addition to what is set forth
in Table 2, including hardness and emerging contaminants.
• This MOA does not relieve UCFRBA Permittees from complying with other NPDES permit
requirements, including influent and effluent monitoring requirements, or other Federal and State
laws, including State water quality standards.
• By signing this MOA, the UCFRBA PERMITTEES authorize the UCFRBA to act as their agent and
on their behalf in collecting and submitting instream monitoring data to DWR for the parameters
listed in Table 2.
• The UCFRBA PERMITTEES are exempted from instream water quality monitoring for certain
parameters as specified in their individual NPDES permits. If there is any discrepancy or conflict
between this MOA and an UCFRBA Permittee's NPDES permit, the UCFRBA Permittee's NPDES
permit shall prevail.
Collection of instream water quali . data:
• The UCFRBA and its agents shall perform the collection and analyses of the instream water quality
monitoring data for the parameters, locations and frequencies specified in Table 2 of this MOA.
• The UCFRBA will contract for the performance of the monitoring activities with a laboratory
appropriately certified by DWR for the required laboratory and field analysis.
• The UCFRBA and its agents shall comply with the requirements and protocols set forth in Tables
3 and 4 located in Appendix A.
Submission of (monthly) instream water quality data to DWR:
• The UCFRBA shall submit the monitoring results to DWR on behalf of UCFRBA PERMITTEES.
• The UCFRBA shall submit the water quality data to the DWR within 90 days of the end of the
month in which the sampling was performed to the Coalition Coordinator at
coalitioncoordinatorgncdenr. gov.
• The UCFRBA or its agents shall submit the water quality data to the DWR in a format set forth in
Table 5 located in Appendix B of this MOA and preferably in Microsoft® Excel.
• The UCFRBA shall archive all data for five (5) years.
• The UCFRBA PERMITTEES may provide comments to DWR on data and work submitted by
UCFRBA to DWR.
• Failure by the UCFRBA PERMITTEES or the UCFRBA or their agents to collect or analyze the
water quality data as described in this MOA, or to provide data to the DWR in the required format,
may result in the termination of this MOA by the DWR and the return to individual upstream and
downstream monitoring requirements, as specified in the individual NPDES permits for each of the
UCFRBA PERMITTEES.
• Special and/or additional data collected (i.e., hardness) at a designated monitoring station
concurrently with the regularly scheduled samples, should be submitted to the Coalition
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Coordinator
Annual Report:
• The UCFRBA shall submit an annual written report that summarizes the previous calendar year's
sampling activities.
• The UCFRBA shall submit the annual report no later than April 30th each year that this MOA is in
effect and shall comply with the requirements set forth in Appendix B.
• The UCFRBA shall submit the annual report to the DWR Coalition Coordinator at 1621 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1621 or electronically at coalitioncoordinatorgncdenr.gov.
Signatures for all Submissions to DWR:
• The UCFRBA Chair shall sign annual reports submitted to DWR pursuant to this MOA.
Special Circumstances affecting sampling:
• Stream sampling under this MOA may be suspended or discontinued under the following
circumstances:
1) If flow conditions in the receiving waters and/or extreme weather conditions will result in a
substantial risk of injury to the person(s) collecting samples; or
2) If environmental conditions, such as a dry stream, prevent sample collection.
• If sampling is suspended or discontinued for any reason, the UCFRBA shall provide a written
explanation to DWR explaining why sampling was not performed. The written explanation shall be
submitted to the DWR Coalition Coordinator with UCFRBA's monthly data submittal (electronic
submittal is authorized).
• If sampling is suspended or discontinued under the provisions above, UCFRBA shall resume stream
sampling as soon as possible.
Modification:
• This MOA may be modified by the written consent of the DWR and the UCFRBA. Either DWR or
the UCFRBA may determine that it is necessary to request changes in monitoring frequency,
parameters, and/or sampling locations. Any changes to sampling parameters, locations, or
frequencies shall be made by a written amendment to this MOA agreed to by the DWR, the
UCFRBA PERMITTEES, and the UCFRBA. The amendment shall be signed by the UCFRBA
chair and by the DWR Director. Such amendments may be entered into at any time.
New Parties to this MOA:
• The following additional NPDES permit dischargers may enter into this MOA subsequent to the
effective date hereof:
1) Dischargers who receive a NPDES permit within the Upper Cape Fear River Basin, or
2) Dischargers who have NPDES permits within the Upper Cape Fear River Basin but are not parties
to this Agreement.
• The addition of such dischargers to this MOA may be made only with the consent of the DWR, the
UCFRBA PERMITTEES, and the UCFRBA and shall require a written amendment to this MOA
signed by the UCFRBA chairperson, by the DWR, and by an authorized representative of any such
discharger who wishes to enter into the MOA. The DWR will not unreasonably withhold consent
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to the addition of a discharger to the MOA. The DWR will consider modification of the existing
monitoring program described in this MOA for the addition of a NPDES permit discharger to the
MOA. Such amendments may be made at any time that this MOA is in effect. The UCFRBA
PERMITTEES included in this MOA are listed in Table 1.
Term:
• This MOA shall be effective upon the signature until April 30, 2025 unless extended by the consent
of both the DWR Director and the UCFRBA.
Withdraw/Termination as between DWR and UCFRBA:
• Upon sixty (60) days written notice, the DWR or the UCFRBA may terminate this MOA for any
reason. Upon termination of this MOA, the monitoring requirements contained in the individual
NPDES permit for each UCFRBA PERMITTEE shall become effective immediately.
Withdraw/Termination as between DWR and individual UCFRBA Permittees:
• An individual permit holder may withdraw and cancel its participation in this MOA by providing
sixty (60) days written notice to the UCFRBA, and sixty (60) days written notice to the DWR
Coalition Coordinator, the appropriate DWR Regional Office(s), and the DWR Water Quality
Permitting Section. The monitoring requirements contained in the individual NPDES permit shall
become effective upon the termination date specified in the notice.
• The withdrawal of an individual UCFRBA Permittee shall require a written amendment to this MOA
signed by the UCFRBA chair and the DWR Director.
• In the event a UCFRBA NPDES permit holder terminates or cancels its participation in this MOA
or its membership in the UCFRBA is terminated for any reason, the UCFRBA may request that
DWR review the monitoring plan described in this MOA for a possible reduction in sampling effort
and/or requirements.
No limitation on use of the data:
• There are no limitations on DWR's, UCFRBA, or UCFRBA Permittee's use of the data collected
under this MOA.
Entire Agreement:
• This MOA constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all previous
agreements.
Incorporation:
• Appendices A and B are attached to and incorporated into this MOA.
Savings Clause:
• Should any part of this Agreement be declared invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent
jurisdiction, invalidation of the affected portion shall not invalidate the remaining portions of the
Agreement and they shall remain in full force and effect.
Remedies for Breach:
• The only remedy for breach of this MOA is an action for specific performance or injunction.
UCFRBA MOA 2020-2025

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused the execution of this instrument by
authority duly given, to be effective as of the date executed by the DWR.
DIVISION OF WATER
RESOURCES
By: Signature on file
Danny Smith
Director
Division of Water Resources
Date: 4/27/2020
UPPER CAPE FEAR RIVER
BASIN ASSOCIATION
By: Signature on file
Michael Rhoney
Chair
Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association
Date: 4/21 /2020
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Table 1 — UCFRBA Permittees
NPDES Permit UCFRBA Permittees Authorized Signature
Number Ownership and Facility Representative Signature Date
Arclin Signature on file 2-25-2020
NC0000892 Arclin WWTP Mr. Brian Reddy
Plant Manager
Town of Pittsboro
Signature on file
3-23-2020
NCO020354
Pittsboro WWTP
Mr. Robert Morgan
Interim Town Manager
City of Graham
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO021211
Graham WWTP
Ms. Tonya Mann
Utilities Director
City of Mebane
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO021474
Mebane WWTP
Mr. Dennis Hodge
Water Resources Manager
City of Burlington
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO023868
Burlington East WWTP
Mr. Bob Patterson
Water Resources Director
City of Burlington
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO023876
Burlington South WWTP
Mr. Bob Patterson
Water Resources Director
City of Sanford
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO024147
Big Buffalo WWTP
Mr. Scott Siletzkey
Water Reclamation Administrator
City of High Point
Signature on file
3-10-2020
NCO024210
East Side WWTP
Mr. Terry Houk
Director of Public Services
City of Reidsville
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO024881
Reidsville WWTP
Mr. Chuck Smith
Public Works Director
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NPDES Permit UCFRBA Permittees Authorized Signature
Number Ownership and Facility Representative Signature Date
Orange Water and Sewer Authority Signature on file 2-18-2020
NCO025241 Mason Farm WWTP Mr. Ed Kerwin
Executive Director
City of Randleman
Signature on file
3-10-2020
NCO025445
Randleman WWTP
Mr. Zack Hewett
City Manager
City of Asheboro
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO026123
Asheboro WWTP
Mr. Michael Rhoney
Water Resources Director
Town of Siler City
Signature on file
3-3-2020
NCO026441
Siler City WWTP
Mr. Roy Lynch
Town Manager
Town of Ramseur
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO026565
Ramseur WWTP
Ms. Vicki Caudle
Mayor
City of Greensboro
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO047384
T.Z. Osborne WWTP
Mr. Michael Borchers
Assistant Director of Water Resources
City of Durham
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO047597
South Durham WRF
Mr. Charlie Cocker
Plant Superintendent - SDWRF
Town of Star
Signature on file
2-4-2020
NCO058548
Star WWTP
Ms. Mary H. O'Brien
Mayor
Pilgrim's Pride
Signature on file
3-10-2020
NCO072575
Pilgrim's Pride Processing Plant
Mr. Jamal Mohammed
Complex Manager
UCFRBA MOA 2020-2025

Table 2
UCFRBA SamDlin2 Stations, Parameters. & Freauencies
Station
Stream
1 Field
Suspended
Fecal
Location
Comments
Latitude
Longitude
County
Region
8 Digit HLTC
Indexz
Nutrients
Turbidity
Number
Classification
measurements
Residue
Coliform
B0050000
Haw Riv at US 29 Bus
ups Reidsville
36.2652
-79.6523
Rockingham
WSRO
03030002
WS-V,NSW
16-(1)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
nr Bena'a
WWTP
Troublesome Crk at
major tributary,
B0070010
US 29 Bus nr
36.2768
-79.6499
Rockingham
WSRO
03030002
WS-V, NSW
16-6-(3)
M
M
M
M
M
Reidsville
nps inputs
Haw Riv at SR 2620
below Reidsville
B0170000
High Rock Rd nr
36.2514
-79.5647
Rockingham
WSRO
03030002
WS-V,NSW
16-(1)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Williamsburg
Reedy Fork at SR 2719
model
B0400000
High Rock Rd nr
36.1778
-79.6177
Guilford
WSRO
03030002
W S-V, NSW
16-11-(9)
M
M
M
M
M
verification
Monticello
N Buffalo Crk at N
Buffalo Crk WWTP
ups N.Buffalo
B0480050
36.1074
-79.7502
Guilford
WSRO
03030002
WS-V,NSW
16-11-14-1
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
Influent Conduit Pier
WWTP
at Greensboro
N Buffalo Crk at SR
dns N. Buffalo
B0540050
2770 Huffine Mill Rd
36.1299
-79.6626
Guilford
WSRO
03030002
WS-V, NSW
16-11-14-1
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
nr McLcansville
S Buffalo Crk at SR
USGS gage, ups
B0670000
3000 McConnell Rd nr
TZ Osborne
36.0598
-79.7256
Guilford
WSRO
03030002
W S-V, NSW
16-11-14-2
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
Greensboro
WWTP
Haw Riv at SR 1700
ups Burlington
B1020000
Lower Hopedale Rd at
36.1247
-79.4083
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
WS-IV,NSW
16-(1)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
East WWTP
Hopedale
Haw Riv at NC 54 nr
btw Burlington
B 1200000
36.0481
-79.3667
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
W S-V, NSW
16-(1)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
Graham
last and Graham
Moadams Crk at
ups Mebane
B1350000
Corrigdor Rd nr
36.0885
-79.2844
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
WS-V,NSW
16-18-7
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Mebane
Moadams Crk at SR
dns Mebane
B1380000
1940 Gibson Rd nr
36.0891
-79.3074
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
WS-V,NSW
16-18-7
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Florence Town
Haw Riv at SR 2158
dns Graham
B1440000
SwepsonvilleRdnr
36.0256
-79.3682
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
WS-V,NSW
16-(1)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Swe sonville
Big Alamance Crk at
ups Burlington
B1940000
S.
36.0242
-79.3943
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
W S-V, NSW
16-19-(4.5)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
NC 87 nr Swepsonville
WWTP
Haw Riv at SR 1005 nr
Rural area, dns
B2000000
35.8953
-79.2585
Alamance
WSRO
03030002
W S-V, NSW
16-(1)
M
M
M
M
M
Saxpahaw
Cane Crk
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Station
Stream
I Field
Suspended
Fecal
Location
Comments
Latitude
Longitude
County
Region
8 Digit HUC
Index
z Nutrients
Turbidity
Number
Classification
measurements
Residue
Coliform
USGS Gage, ups
Haw Riv at SR 1713 nr
B2100000
Jordan L., DWR
35.7716
-79.1449
Chatham
RRO
03030002
WS-IV, NSW
16-(28.5)
M
M
M
M
M
Bynum
ambient stn
ups S. Durham
New Hope Crk at NC
B3020000
WRF, below
35.9167
-78.9704
Durham
RRO
03030002
W S-IV, NSW
16-41-1-(11.5)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
54 nr Durham
waterfowl '
Third Fork Crk at NC
B3025000
Urban runoff
35.9187
-78.9548
Durham
RRO
03030002
W S-IV, NSW
16-41-1-12-(2)
M
M
M
M
M
54 nr Durham
New Hope Creek
DWR ambient
above SR1107 at
stn, USGS gage,
B3039000
35.8858
-78.9653
Durham
RRO
03030002
W S-IV, NSW
1641-1-(11.5)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
concrete
Jordan Lake
oundment
TMDL
Northeast Crk at SR
ups Durham Co.
16-41-1-17-
B3300000
1102 Sedwick Rd nr
35.8870
-78.8994
Durham
RRO
03030002
W S-IV, NSW
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
RTP WWTP
(0.7)
RTP
dns Durham Co.
Northeast Crk at SR
RTP WWTP,
16-41-1-17-
B3670000
17310 Kelly Church
35.8555
-78.9397
Chatham
RRO
03030002
W S-IV, NSW
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
Jordan Lake
(0.7)
Road nr Durham
TMDL
Morgan Crk at Mason
B3899180
Farm WWTP entrance
ups OWASA
35.8987
-79.0263
Orange
RRO
03030002
WS-IV,NSW
16-41-2-(5.5)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
at Chapel Hill
Morgan Crk at SR
dns OWASA,
B3900000
1726 Old Farrington
DWR ambient
35.8612
-79.0100
Chatham
RRO
03030002
W S-IV, NSW
16-41-2-(5.5)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
Rd nr Farrington
stn
dns Honeywell,
Haw Riv at SR 1011
B4080000
ups Neste
35.6164
-79.0569
Chatham
RRO
03030002
WS-ry
16-42
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
Old US 1 nr Haywood
Resins
Deep Riv at SR 1113
B4350000
Kivett Dr nr Hayworth
ups Richland Crk
359594
-79.9061
Guilford
WSRO
03030003
WS-IV,CA*
17-(4)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
Spring
ups High Point
Richland Crk at SR
Eastside
B4380000
1154 Kersey Valley Rd
35.9410
-79.9322
Guilford
WSRO
03030003
WS-IV CA*
17-7-(4)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP, fecal
nr High point
coliform TMDL
Muddy Crkat SR1917
fecalcoliform
B4621000
35.8958
-79.9195
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
WS-IV*
17-9-(1)
M
M
M
M
M
Suits Rd nr Glenola
TMDL
ups Randleman
Deep Riv at 220 Bus
B4770500
WWTP ups
35.8233
-79.8033
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
C
17-(10.5)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
Main St at Randleman
Hasketts Crk
Deep Riv at SR
dns Randleman
B4800000
2122/2128 Worthville
WWTP dns
35.8007
-79.7762
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
C
17-(10.5)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
Rd at Worthville
Worthville dam
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Station
Stream
' field
Suspended
Fecal
Location
Comments
Latitude
Longitude
County
Region
8 Digit HUC
Index
Z Nutrients
Turbidity
Number
Classification
measurements
Residue
Coliform
Haskell Crk at
ups Asheboro
B4870000
Asheboro WWTP
35.7647
-79.7862
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
C
17-12
M
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Bridge nr Asheboro
Deep Riv at SR2261
dns Asheboro
B4920000
Old Liberty Rd nr
WWTP, below
35.7635
-79.7721
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
C
17-(10.5)
M +2SM
M
M
M
M
Central Falls
Hasketts Crk
Deep Riv at SR 2615
ups Ramseur
B5070000
Brooklyn Ave at
35.7302
-79.6558
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
C
17-(10.5)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Ramseur
Deep Riv at SR 2628
dns Ramseur
B5100000
Hinshaw Town Rd nr
35.6724
-79.6274
Randolph
WSRO
03030003
C
17-(10.5)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Parks Crossroads
Cotton Crk at SR 1372
dns Starr
B5390800
35.3782
-79.7551
Montgomery
FRO
03030003
WS-III
17-26-5-3
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
Auman Rd or Star
WWTP
Deep Riv at Deep
ups Golden
B5685000
River Park Bridge nr
35.5704
-79.2411
Chatham
RRO
03030003
C
17-(38.7)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
Poultry
Cumnock
Deep Riv at US 15 and
dns Sanford
B5820000
35.5782
-79.1942
Lee
RRO
03030003
C
17-(38.7)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
501nrSanford
WWTP
Loves Creek at Waste
ups of Siler City
B5890000
Treatment Plant Rd at
35.7298
-79.4289
Chatham
RRO
03030003
C
1743-10
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Siler City
Loves Creek at
dns of Siler City
B5920000
Progress Blvd at Siler
35.7322
-79.4246
Chatham
RRO
03030003
C
17-43-10
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
City
dns reservoir,
Rocky Riv at US 64 nr
B5950000
ups Siler City
35.7351
-79.4233
Chatham
RRO
03030003
C
17-43-(8)
M + 2SM
M
M
M
M
Siler City
WWTP
Rocky Riv at SR 2170
PF
dns Siler City
B5980000
Rives Chapel Rdnr
35.6985
-79.3756
Chatham
RRO
03030003
C
17-43-(8)
M+2SM
M
M
M
M
WWTP
Siler City
ups of
Deep Riv at SR 1011
confluence with
B6040300
35.6176
-79.0912
Chatham
RRO
03030003
W S-1V
17-(43.5)
M
M
M
M
M
Old US 1 nr Moncure
Haw River, DWR
ambient stn
'Field parameters include Temperature, Dissolved Oxygen, pH and Conductivity.
'Nutrients include Ammonia as N (NH3), Total Kjeldahl Nitrogen (TKN), Nitrate/Nitrite as N (NO2/NO3), and Total Phosphorous as P.
M = Monthly M+2SM = Monthly with twice Monthly Summer Sampling May, June, July, August and September. Samples are to be collected as least 10-days apart except during extenuating circumstances.
ups = upstream, dns = downstream
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APPENDIX A
SAMPLE COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
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Sample Collection Procedures
Sample collection shall be performed by trained personnel employed by NC DWR-certified laboratories
in accordance with the DWR Monitoring Coalition Program Field Monitoring Guidance Document
(November 2017) and subsequent documents. The Field Monitoring Guidance Document can be found
on the web at: http://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-data/water-sciences-
home-pa e/g ecosystems-branch/monitoring-coalition-program. Alternate collection procedures require
the approval of the DWR Coalition Coordinator prior to use.
Laboratory Analysis
All laboratory analyses shall be performed at a DWR-certified laboratory using approved methods as
prescribed by section 40 of the Code of Federal Regulations part 136 (40 CFR part 136) or other methods
certified by the DWR Laboratory Certification Branch (htt2:Hdeq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-
resources/water-resources-data/water-sciences-home-page/laboratory-certification-branch) or the
Director of DWR. 40 CFR Part 136 can be accessed on the web at http://deq.nc, gov/about/divisions/water-
resources/water-resources-data/water-sciences-home-page/laboratory-certification-branch/rules-
regulations.
Reporting levels will be at least as stringent as the reporting levels used by the DWR Laboratory. For
guidance purposes Table 3 lists target reporting levels for each parameter based on the reporting levels of
the DWR Laboratory. The lowest possible analytical limits for all the parameters should be pursued.
TABLE 3
DWR Laboratory Reporting Limits
Parameters
Target Reporting
Level
Comments
Water Temperature
Resolution to 0.1 degree Celsius
Dissolved Oxygen
Report results to the nearest 0.1 mg/L.
H
Report results to the nearest 0.1 pH units.
Specific Conductivity
Report results to the nearest whole mho/cm at 25 'C.
Turbidity
1.0 NTU
TSS
6.2 mg/L
Fecal Coliform
1 colony/100 mL
At least 3 dilutions should be used to achieve optimum
colony counts per membrane filter of 20-60 colonies.
Chlorophyll a
1 µg/L
Report Chlorophyll a values free from pheophytin and other
chlorophyll pigments. Analysis by HPLC is not approved
by DWR.
Ammonia (NH3 as N)
0.02 mg/L
Address distillation requirement. See 40CFRI36 Table II
footnote.
Nitrate + Nitrite as N
0.02 mg/L
Total Kj eldahl Nitrogen
as N
0.20 mg/L
Total Phosphorus as P
0.02 mg/L
Hardness
1.0 mg/L
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Data Qualification Codes
When reporting data, the DWR's data qualifier codes must be used to provide additional information
regarding data quality and interpretation. The current set of qualifier codes to be used is provided in Table
4. Review the data remark codes at least annually and utilize the most current set, as codes are subject to
change. Contact the Coalition Coordinator for a current copy of the codes.
Table 4
Data Qualification Codes for Use with Coalition Data
Symbol
Definition
Value reported is the mean (average) of two or more determinations. This code is to be used if the results of
two or more discrete and separate samples are averaged. These samples shall have been processed and
analyzed independently (e.g. field duplicates, different dilutions of the same sample). This code is not
A
required for BOD, coliform or acute/chronic metals reporting since averaging multiple results for these
parameters is fundamental to those methods or manner of reporting.
1 The reported value is an average, where at least one result is qualified with a "U". The PQL is used for the
qualified results to calculate the average.
Results based upon colony counts outside the acceptable range and should be used with caution. This code
applies to microbiological tests and specifically to membrane filter (MIT) colony counts. It is to be used if
less than 100% sample was analyzed and the colony count is generated from a plate in which the number of
colonies exceeds the ideal ranges indicated by the method. These ideal ranges are defined in the method as:
Fecal coliform or Enterococcus bacteria: 20-60 colonies Total coliform bacteria: 20-80 colonies
1 Countable membranes with less than 20 colonies. Reported value is estimated or is a total of the counts on
all filters reported per 100 ml.
2 Counts from all filters were zero. The value reported is based on the number of colonies per 100 ml that
would have been reported if there had been one colony on the filter representing the largest filtration
volume (reported as a less than "<" value).
3 Countable membranes with more than 60 or 80 colonies. The value reported is calculated using the count
B
from the smallest volume filtered and reported as a greater than ">" value.
4 Filters have counts of both >60 or 80 and <20. Reported value is estimated or is a total of the counts on all
filters reported per 100 ml.
5 Too many colonies were present; too numerous to count (TNTC). TNTC is generally defined as >150
colonies. The numeric value represents the maximum number of counts typically accepted on a filter
membrane (60 for fecal or enterococcus and 80 for total), multiplied by 100 and then divided by the
smallest filtration volume analyzed. This number is reported as a greater than value.
6 Estimated Value. Blank contamination evident.
7 Many non-coliform or non-enterococcus colonies or interfering non-coliform or non-enterococcus growth
present. In this competitive situation, the reported value may under- represent actual density.
Note: A 'B" value shall be accompanied by justification for its use denoted by the numbers listed above (e.g.,
B 1, B2, etc.. Note: A " J2" should be used forspiking failures.
C
Total residual chlorine was present in sample upon receipt in the laboratory; value is estimated. Generally,
applies to cyanide, phenol, NH3, TKN, coliform, and organics.
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Symbol
W Definition
A single quality control failure occurred during biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) analysis. The sample
results should be used with caution.
1 The dissolved oxygen (DO) depletion of the dilution water blank exceeded 0.2 mg/L.
2 The bacterial seed controls did not meet the requirement of a DO depletion of at least 2.0 mg/L and/or a
DO residual of at least 1.0 mg/L.
3 No sample dilution met the requirement of a DO depletion of at least 2.0 mg/L and/or a DO residual of at
least 1.0 mg/L.
4 Evidence of toxicity was present. This is generally characterized by a significant increase in the BOD value
as the sample concentration decreases. The reported value is calculated from the highest dilution
representing the maximum loading potential and should be considered an estimated value.
G
5 The glucose/ glutamic acid standard exceeded the range of 198 f 30.5 mg/L.
6 The calculated seed correction exceeded the range of 0.6 to 1.0 mg/L.
7 Less than 1 mg/L DO remained for all dilutions set. The reported value is an estimated greater than value
and is calculated for the dilution using the least amount of sample.
8 Oxygen usage is less than 2 mg/L for all dilutions set. The reported value is an estimated less than value
and is calculated for the dilution using the most amount of sample.
9 The DO depletion of the dilution water blank produced a negative value. The cBOD value is greater than
the BOD value.
Note: A "G" value shall be accompanied by justification for its use denoted by the numbers listed above (e.g.,
G1, G2, etc.).
Estimated value; value may not be accurate. This code is to be used in the following instances:
1 Surrogate recovery limits have been exceeded.
2 The reported value failed to meet the established quality control criteria for either precision or accuracy.
3 The sample matrix interfered with the ability to make any accurate determination.
4 The data is questionable because of improper laboratory or field protocols (e.g., composite sample was
collected instead of grab, plastic instead of glass container, etc.).
5 Temperature limits exceeded (samples frozen or >6°C) during transport or not verifiable (e.g., no
temperature blank provided): non -reportable for NPDES compliance monitoring.
6 The laboratory analysis was from an unpreserved or improperly chemically preserved sample. The data
may not be accurate.
7 This qualifier is used to identify analyte concentration exceeding the upper calibration range of the
J
analytical instrument/method. The reported value should be considered estimated.
8 Temperature limits exceeded (samples frozen or WC) during storage, the data may not be accurate.
9 The reported value is determined by a one -point estimation rather than against a regression equation. The
estimated concentration is less than the laboratory PQL and greater than the laboratory method detection
limit.
10 Unidentified peak; estimated value.
11 The reported value is determined by a one -point estimation rather than against a regression equation. The
estimated concentration is less than the laboratory PQL and greater than the instrument noise level. This
code is used when an MDL has not been established for the analyte in question.
12 The calibration verification did not meet the calibration acceptance criterion for field parameters.
Note: A "J" value shall be accompanied by justification for its use denoted by the numbers listed above (e.g.,
Jl, J2, etc.. A "J" value shall not be used if another code applies (e.g., N, V, M .
M
Sample and duplicate results are 'but of control". The sample is non -homogenous (e.g., VOA soil). The
reported value is the lower value of duplicate analyses of a sample.
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Symbol
Definition
Presumptive evidence of presence of material; estimated value. This code is to be used if-
1 The component has been tentatively identified based on mass spectral library search.
2 There is an indication that the analyte is present, but quality control requirements for confirmation were not
met (i.e., presence of analyte was not confirmed by alternate procedures).
3 This code shall be used if the level is too low to permit accurate quantification, but the estimated
concentration is less than the laboratory PQL and greater than the laboratory method detection limit. This
N
code is not routinely used for most analyses.
4 This code shall be used if the level is too low to permit accurate quantification, but the estimated
concentration is less than the laboratory practical quantitation limit and greater than the instrument noise
level. This code is used when an MDL has not been established for the analyte in question.
5 The component has been tentatively identified based on a retention time standard.
Holding time exceeded. These codes shall be used if the value is derived from a sample that was received,
prepared and/or analyzed after the approved holding time restrictions for sample preparation and analysis. The
Q
value does not meet NPDES requirements.
1 Holding time exceeded prior to receipt by lab.
2 Holding time exceeded following receipt by lab.
P
Elevated PQL due to matrix interference and/or sample dilution.
S
Not enough sample provided to prepare and/or analyze a method -required matrix spike (MS) and/or matrix
spike duplicate (MSD).
U
Indicates that the analyte was analyzed for, but not detected above the reported PQL. The number value
reported with the "U" qualifier is equal to the laboratory's PQL*.
Indicates that the analyte was not detected by a screen analysis. The number value reported with the "UU"
UU
qualifier is equal to the laboratory's PQL. The number value was determined by a one -point estimation at the
PQL, rather than against a regression equation.
Indicates the analyte was detected in both the sample and the associated blank. Note: The value in the blank
V
shall not be subtracted from the associated samples.
1 The analyte was detected in both the sample and the method blank.
2 The analyte was detected in both the sample and the field blank.
Sample not analyzed for this constituent. This code is to be used if-
1 Sample not screened for this compound.
X
2 Sampled, but analysis lost or not performed -field error.
3 Sampled, but analysis lost or not performed -lab error.
Note: an "X" value shall be accompanied by justification for its use by the numbers listed.
Y
Elevated PQL due to insufficient sample size.
The sample analysis/results are not reported due to:
1 Inability to analyze the sample.
Z
2 Questions concerning data reliability.
Note: The presence or absence of the analyte cannot be verified.
Supporting Definitions listed below
A Method Detection Limit (MDL) is defined as the minimum concentration of a substance that can be
MDL
measured and reported with 99 percent confidence that the true value is greater than zero and is determined in
accordance with 40 CFR Part 136, Appendix B.
Minimum Levels are used in some EPA methods. A Minimum Level (ML) is the lowest level at which the
entire analytical system must give a recognizable signal and acceptable calibration point for the analyte. It is
ML
equivalent to the concentration of the lowest calibration standard, assuming that all method - specified sample
weights, volumes, and cleanup procedures have been employed. The ML is calculated by multiplying the
MDL by 3.18 and rounding the result to the nearest factor of 10 multiple (i.e., 1, 2, or 5). For example, MDL =
1.4 m /L; ML = 1.4 m /L x 3.18 = 4.45 rounded to the nearest factor of 10 multiple i.e., 5 = 5.0 mg/L.
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Supporting Definitions listed below
The Practical Quantitation Limit (PQL) is defined as the lowest concentration that can be reliably achieved
within specified limits of precision and accuracy during routine laboratory operating conditions. PQLs are
subjectively set at some multiple of typical MDLs for reagent water (generally 3 to 10 times the MDL
depending upon the parameter or analyte and based on the analyst's best professional judgement, the quality
and age of the instrument and the nature of the samples) rather than explicitly determined. PQLs may be
nominally chosen within these guidelines to simplify data reporting and, where applicable, are generally equal
PQL
to the concentration of the lowest non -zero standard in the calibration curve. PQLs are adjusted for sample
size, dilution and % moisture. For parameters that are not amenable to MDL studies, the PQL may be defined
by the sample volume and buret graduations for titrations or by minimum measurement values set by the
method for method -defined parameters (e.g., BOD requires a minimum DO depletion of 2.0 mg/L, fecal
coliform requires a minimum plate count of 20 cfu, total suspended residue requires a minimum weight gain
of 2.5 mg, etc.). Additionally, some EPA methods prescribe Minimum Levels (MLs) and the lab may set the
PQL equal to this method -stated ML. Determination of PQL is fully described in the laboratory's analytical
Standard Operating Procedure SOP document.
*PQL, The Practical Quantitation Limit (PQL), is defined as the lowest level achievable among laboratories within specified limits during
routine laboratory operation. The Practical Quantitation Limit (PQL) is "about three to five times the method detection limit (MDL) and
represents a practical and routinely achievable detection level with a relatively good certainty that any reported value is reliable." (APHA,
AWWA, WEF. 1992. Standard Methods for the Examination of Water and Wastewater, 181 ed.)
** Data remarks are current as of May 4, 2018.
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APPENDIX B
DATA FORMAT AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
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Data Format for Monthly submittals:
Table 5 provides the format of a data submittal spreadsheet. It is very important that the format of the
headings and the number and order of columns is consistent among all monthly submissions. Do
not use commas, tabs, or other common file delimiters anywhere in the submittal spreadsheet table. Do
not add, delete, or hide any rows or columns. The first row should contain the column headings only.
Column headings must include appropriate information on measurement units (e.g., mg/L, µg/L,
cfu/100mL, etc.). The second row must contain the method code. The DVWR station number (e.g.,
B6140000) must be provided as identified in the MOA. The comment column is used for describing
pertinent information related to the sampling event or specific samples. Ensure that there are no missing
values for station, date, time, and depth. Place all remark codes in a separate column, as demonstrated in
Table 5. If there is no result for a particular parameter, leave the cell blank. Delete duplicate rows for
stations that were not sampled (e.g., stations sampled twice in summer months). Screen all data for
inappropriate or improbable values, such as a pH of 21.2 SU.
Annual Report:
The UCFRBA will be required to submit an annual report by April 301h for each year the MOA is in effect.
The annual report will formally summarize all data collection activities in the past calendar year and
contain at least the following elements:
• Monitoring Station List to include station number, station description, county, accurate coordinates
(in decimal degrees to 4 decimal places), stream classification, and 8-digit hydrologic unit code
(HUC).
• List of all certified laboratories that conducted work for the coalition in the past year; identify time
frames for all laboratories and analysis methods used during the year; and summarize any laboratory
certification issues for individual parameters.
• A list of active UCFRBA members with authorized representative updates, contact names, email
addresses, and phone numbers. Identify the facility name and permit number.
• A list of members whom became inactive during the year and their permit numbers.
• A summary of all quality assurance and quality control issues and any field audits conducted.
• A summary of any significant issues, special studies, or projects.
• Description of any required data collection that was missed, with an explanation.
• Suggested changes to the monitoring program and/or MOA modifications.
• The UCFRBA's website address.
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Table 5
File Format for Coalition Data Reporting
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U
Y
U
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b0
Zi
zi
Y
Station
Date (m/diyyyy)
lime (hh:mm)
Depth (m)
10
IOrmk
300
300rmk
400
400rmk
94
94rmk
31616
31616rmk
530
530rmk
82079
82079rmk
32209
32209rmk
610
610rmk
625
625rmk
630
630rmk
665
665rmk
900
900rmk
Comments
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On February 41", 2020, the Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association (UCFRBA) Board of Directors
approved the addition of station B3300000 (Northeast Creek upstream from Durham County RTP WWTP)
to the coalition's water quality monitoring program. This station will be sampled monthly for field
parameters (temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, and conductivity), nutrients, turbidity, suspended
residue, and fecal coliform, and bi-monthly during the growing season (May — September) for field
parameters. Meritech Labs has provided a detailed quote for the additional sampling (see attachment). It
is estimated that the new station will cost $2,087.00/year. It was agreed that the coalition would cover
half of the costs of the new station ($1,043.50) for the first year of sampling and Durham would pay for
the other half ($1,043.50).
The UCFRBA typically collects member dues on an annual basis at the beginning of each fiscal year
(July), while it is anticipated that sampling for Station B3300000 will begin in March 2020. The UCFRBA
will invoice Durham's Public Works Department in July 2020 for half of the sampling costs from March
2020 — June 2021. The UCFRBA is renewing its contract with Meritech Labs in August of this year, so
sampling costs may increase slightly after that time.
Estimated Sampling Costs
March 2020 — June 2020 = $347.84 ($86.96/month)
July 2020—June 2021 = $1,043.50
Total = $1,391.34
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact Cameron Colvin
(UCFRBA Administrator) at [e-mail] or [phone].

MERITECH, INC
ENVIRONMENTAL LABORATORIES
UPPER CAPE FEAR RIVER BASIN ASSOCIATION MONITORING SERVICES
BETWEEN UPPER CAPE FEAR RIVER BASIN ASSOCIATION, INC.
AND MERITECH, INC
Addendum to Contract January 7, 2020
Addition of monitoring- Site B3300000
Analytical Costs
Test
Reporting
Limit
(m9/L)
Method
Cost
Per
Test
Total Suspended Solids
2.5
SM 2540D
$9.00
Ammonia, Nitrogen
0.02
EPA 350.1
$12.00
TKN
0.20
EPA 351.1
$21.00
Nitrate/Nitrite, Nitrogen
0.02
EPA 353.2
$15.00
Phosphorus, total
0.020
EPA 200.7
$12.00
Fecal Coliform
1 col/100 ml
SM 9222D
$17.00
Turbidity
1.0 NTU
EPA 180.1
$10.00
TOTAL Analytical/ event
-
-
$96.00
Total Analytical Sampling- 12 times per year (@ $96) - $1152.00/ year

Field Services
Including, Time on site, transportation, field parameters & reporting.
Total 17 events - @ $55.00/ event - $935.00
Total - $1152.00 + $935.00
- $2087.00/ year additional
Should you have any question or require further information please feel free to contact us at
your convenience.
Regards,
David Merritt
Vice President
Meritech, Inc.
2

Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association
Memorandum
To: Jonathan Baker, City of Durham Public Works Department, Stormwater & GIS Services
From: Grace Messinger, PTRC, UCFRBA Co -Administrator
CC: Maya Cough -Schulze, TJCOG, UCFRBA Co -Administrator
Date: March 11, 2022
On February 4th, 2020, the Upper Cape Fear River Basin Association (UCFRBA) Board of
Directors approved the addition of station B3300000 (Northeast Creek upstream from Durham
County RTP WWTP) to the UCFRBA Coalition's water quality monitoring program. This station
is sampled monthly for field parameters (temperature, dissolved oxygen, pH, and conductivity),
nutrients, turbidity, suspended residue, and fecal coliform, and bi-monthly during the growing
season (May — September) for field parameters.
Meritech Labs has provided a detailed quote for the additional sampling (see attachment). It is
estimated the additional costs to add this station will cost about $2,087.00/year. For the first year
of sampling (March 2020-June 2021), it was agreed that the Coalition would cover half of the costs
of the new station and that the City of Durham's Public Works Department would pay for the other
half. In subsequent years, Coalition members agreed that the full station cost would be paid by the
City of Durham's Public Works Department.
The UCFRBA typically collects member dues on an annual basis at the beginning of each fiscal
year, starting July lst. Piedmont Triad Regional Council (PTRC) (co -administrator) is the
organization that sends out the dues notices and processes the payments. The UCFRBA will
invoice the City of Durham's Public Works Department in July/August annually for the annual
sampling costs. The UCFRBA is next renewing its contract with Meritech Labs in August of 2023,
so sampling costs may increase slightly after that time.
The following table outlines the monitoring parameters and associated cost for the station based
on the FY21-22 Meritech Analytical costs.
QUANTITY I DESCRIPTION I UNIT PRICE I TOTAL
17 events I Field Services 1 $55.00 1 $935.00
Total Analytical Costs
12 samples I Total Suspended Solids 1 $9.00 1 $108.00

12 samples
Ammonia, Nitrogen
TKN
$12.00
$144.00
12 samples
$21.00
$252.00
12 samples
Nitrate/Nitrite, Nitrogen
Phosphorus, total
Fecal Coliform
Turbidity
$15.00
$180.00
12 samples
$12.00
$144.00
12 samples
$17.00
$204.00
12 samples
$10.00
$120.00
TOTAL INVOICE DUE
$2,087
Estimated Sampling Costs
The following total amounts will be invoiced as follows:
(FY22) July 2021 — June 2022 = $2,087
(FY23) July 2022 — June 2023 = $2,129*
*please note a 2% increase based on Meritech's 2% annual increase.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please copy both Grace
Messinger and Maya Cough -Schulze Colvin (UCFRBA Co -Administrators):
mg essingerg]2trc.org 1336.904.0300
mcough-schulzeg]2trc.org 1919.558.9389