HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQ0013769_Inspection_20220622ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Kamsky K. and Faith M. Kilafwasru
320 Henderson Tanyard Road
Pittsboro, NC 27312
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Qualtty
June 22, 2022
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Single Family Wastewater Treatment System
Non -Discharge Permit # WQ0013769
Facility: 320 Henderson Tanyard Rd. SFR
Chatham County
Dear Kamsky and Faith Kilafwasru:
On May 25, 2022, staff from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non -Discharge Permit. Your
assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a 1,000 gallon baffled septic tank; 396 square foot
unvented subsurface sand filter; 2,000 gallon storage/pump tank with a submersible pump; tablet
chlorinator; 0.31 acre spray irrigation area with 3 full -circle sprinklers; and all associated piping, valves,
controls, and appurtenances.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0013769 authorizes the continued operation up to 360 gallons per day
(GPD). The authorized irrigation is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements
established within the Non -Discharge Permit. The items below show what conditions were noted at your
facility:
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
1. Treatment system operation: The wastewater treatment system shall be effectively
maintained and operated at all times so there is no discharge to surface waters, nor any
contravention of groundwater or surface water standards. At the time of this inspection, the
facility appeared to be effectively maintained. The facility does not have a maintenance
agreement with a contractor.
2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to
determine if solids must be removed or if other maintenance is necessary. Septic tanks should
be pumped out every five years or when the solids level is found to be more than l.'3 of the
liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company can
check the status periodically and determine when pumping is required. The septic tank was
pumped after the inspection on 6/13/2022 and a receipt was sent to RRO. At the time of
pumping, the contractor found the tanks to be structurally sound.
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3. Chlorine tablets in the chlorinator: You are reminded that it is required that chlorine
tablets be maintained in the chlorinator to ensure proper disinfection of the discharged
wastewater. Chlorine tablets provide effective disinfection and preventrlimit harmful bacteria
from discharging to the environment. The Product label for these tablets must indicate the
tablets are approved for wastewater use and not for swimming Pools. Section III of your
permit requires you to inspect the tablet chlorinator weekly to ensure there is an adequate
supply of tablets for continuous and proper operation. The inspector observed chlorine
tablets in the chlorinator, but they were clogged. During the inspection, the tablets were
unclogged. Please ensure the correct type of tablets are used and maintained in the
chlorinator.
4. Proper Operation and Maintenance. The system shall be inspected monthly to make
certain of the proper operation of the irrigation sprinklers, that the system is free of leaks, that
the soil is assimilating the disposed treated wastewater with no surface runoff, and that no
objectionable odors are being generated. Any visible signs of a malfunctioning system shall
be documented, and steps taken to correct the problem. On the day of this inspection, the
irrigation field appeared to be assimilating the waste and no ponding and or runoff was
observed. The field was well maintained, and two of the sprinklers were operating
correctly. The third sprinkler was stuck in place. After the inspection, the permittee
replaced the spray head and sent a photo of the sprinkler correctly spraying.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0013769 requires the Permittee "pay the annual fee within thirty days after
being billed by the Division." The 2022 annual fee due on 6.?2 `2022 is overdue and a copy of the invoice
has been included in this letter.
Please continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment facility in accordance with your
Operation and Maintenance Agreement, to ensure the treatment components are always maintained and
in good operating order. You are also reminded to maintain associated maintenance records (permit
required inspection log) onsite for a minimum of five years and available for inspection.
If you have questions or comments about this inspection or the requirements to take corrective action (if
applicable), then please contact Molly Nicholson at 919-791-4240.
Sincerely,
Vanessa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment(s): Compliance Inspection Report
Cc: RRO-SWP Files
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
INVOICE
Annual Permit Fee
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This annual fee is required by the North Carolina Administrative Code. It covers the administrative costs associated with
your permit. It is required of any person holding a permit for any time during the annual fee period, regardless of the facili-
operating status. Failure to pay the fee by the due date will subject the permit to revocation. Operating without a valid
permit is a violation and is subject to a $10,000 per day fine. If the permit is revoked and you later decide a permit is
needed, you must reapply, with the understanding the permit request may be denied due to changes in environmental,
regulatory, or modeling conditions.
Invoice Number: 2022PR004514
Permit Number: W00013769
Chatham County
320 Henderson Tanyard Rd. SFR
Kamsky K. Kilafwasru
320 Henderson Tanyard Rd
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Annual Fee Period: 2022-06-01 to 2023-05-31
Invoice Date: 05/03/2022
Due Date: 06/02/2022
Annual Fee: $60.00
Notes:
1. You may pay either by mail with checklmoney order OR by electronic payment (eCheck or Credit Card).
2. If payment is by check/money order, please remit payment to:
NCDEQ - Division of Water Resources
Attn: Animal/Discharge/Non-Discharge Billing
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
3. If payment is electronic, please see httos:lldea.nc.aovleoavmentslwa to pay electronically. Payments by eCheck will debit your
checking account. Credit card transactions will incur a convenience fee.
4. Please Include your Permit Number and Invoice Number on all correspondence.
5. A $25.00 processing fee will be charged for returned checks in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 25-3-512.
6. Non -Payment of this fee by the payment due date will initiate the permit revocation process.
7. Should you have any questions regarding this invoice, please contact the Annual Administering and Compliance Fee
Coordinator at 919-707-3698.
8. Please verify your facility affiliations using the following link:
htti)://deci. nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-permits/wastewater-branch/non-discharge-permitting-u nitlaoolication
(Return This Portion With Check)
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ANNUAL PERMIT INVOICE
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Invoice Number: 2022PR004514 Annual Fee Period: 2022-06-01 to 2023-05-31
Permit Number: W00013769
Chatham County Invoice Date: 5/3/2022
320 Henderson Tanyard Rd. SFR Due Date: 6/2/2022
Annual Fee: $60.00
Kamsky K. Kilafwasru
320 Henderson Tanyard Rd
Pittsboro, NC 27312 Check Number:
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: W00013769 Effective: 04/22/16 Expiration: 03/31/21 Owner: Kamsky K Kilafwasru
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 320 Henderson Tanyard Rd. SFR
County: Chatham 320 Henderson Tanyard Rd
Region: Raleigh
Pittsboro NC 27312
Contact Person: Kamsky K Kilafwasru Title: Owner Phone:
Directions to Facility:
From Pittsboro, NC go N on NC 87N appx 5 miles. L on Castle Rock Farm Rd and go appx 1 mi. L on Henderson Tanyard Rd to
site.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 05/25/2022 Entry Time 11:31AM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Molly Nicholson Phone: 919-791-4240
Secondary Inspector(s):
James Westcott
Jane Bernard
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Facility Status: 0 Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods
Drip or Irrigation
(See attachment summary)
Permit Status
Disinfection Tablets
General
Septic Tank
Pump Tank
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Permit; W00013769 Owner - Facility: Kamsky K Kilafwasru
Inspection Date: 05/25/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Permit Status
Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee? ❑ 1111
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee? ❑ ❑ ❑
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter) 1111 ❑
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor? 110 1111
If YES. who is the contractor (include contact info)?
Comment:
Septic Tank Yes No NA NE
*** The septic tank and filters should be checked annually and pumped/cleaned as needed. "*
Is all wastewater from the home connected to the septic tank? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the permittee/resident know where the septic tank is located? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years? ❑ ❑ ❑
If YES, describe if known and proof (include date pumped):
The septic tank was pumped after the inspection on 6/13/2022 and a receipt was emailed to the RRO.
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
Comment:
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Yes No NA NE
*** Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be rakedlleveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be
removed manually. **'
# Is system something other than a sand filter? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
# If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.)
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the sandfilter require maintenance? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
If maintenace is required, explain:
Comment:
Disinfection Tablets Yes No NA NE
*** Tablet chlorinator unit shall be checked weekly to ensure continuous and proper operation. ***
Does the permittee have the correct chlorine tablets? (If none, mark No) ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Permittee know the location of the chlorinator? ❑ ❑ ❑
Were chlorine tablets observed in the chlorinator? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are tablets contacting water? (If possible, poke them to determine.) 1101111
Comment: The owner may be using the incorrect chlorine tablets. He has been advised on the correct
type of chlorine tablets to use. Tablets were stuck in the pipe and were not contacting water. At
the time of inspection, they were fixed.
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