WQCS00025_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220720

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
City of Asheboro
Attn: John N. Ogburn, City Manager
P.O. Box 1106
Asheboro, NC 27204-1106
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
July 20, 2022
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Asheboro Wastewater Collection System
Permit Number: WQCS00025
Randolph County
Dear Mr. Ogburn:
Ron Boone, of the Winston-Salem Regional Office (WSRO) of the NC Division of Water Resources (DWR),
conducted a compliance evaluation inspection (CEI) of the Asheboro wastewater collection system
(WWCS) on June 22th, 2022. The assistance and cooperation of Shannon White, Michael Rhoney,
Sarah Laughlin, and Bobby Crandall was greatly appreciated. Inspection findings are detailed in the
attached compliance inspection report.
Please be aware that the Division may take enforcement action against any permittee who fails to
comply with any requirement of their permit. Pursuant to NC General Statute (NCGS) 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.
If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Boone by phone at 336-
776-9690, or by email at [e-mail]. Thank you in advance for your time and attention to
this matter.
Attach ments:
1. Compliance Inspection Report
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Winston-Salem Regional Office 1450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300 I Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105
336.776.9800

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00025 Effective: 10/01/16
SOC: Effective:
County: Randolph
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Michael Rhoney
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS3,
Primary ORC: Shannon Ray White
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Expiration: 09/30/24
Expiration:
Owner : City of Asheboro
Facility: Asheboro Collection System
PO Box 1106
Asheboro NC 272041106
Title: Water Resources Director
Certification: 1006844
NC0026123 City of Asheboro - Asheboro WWTP
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Primary Inspector: Ron Boone
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine
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Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
II Capital Improvement Plan
▪ Inspections
▪ Lines
(See attachment summary)
▪ General
▪ Map
▪ Spill Response Plan
▪ Manholes
▪ Sewer & FOG Ordinances
▪ Reporting Requirements
▪ Spills
▪ Pump Stations
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Permit: WQCS00025 Owner - Facility: City of Asheboro
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Ron Boone, of the Winston-Salem Regional Office of the NC Division of Water Resources, conducted
a compliance evaluation inspection of the Asheboro WWCS on 6/22/22. The assistance and
cooperation of Shannon White, Michael Rhoney, Sarah Laughlin, and Bobby Crandall was greatly appreciated. Inspection
findings are detailed below and in the accompanying checklist.
Mr. Boone's overall impression of the city's collection system and it's operations and maintenance plan for the collection
system is favorable. Some notable items as listed below:
1. The city continues to have I&I related overflows at some of its pump stations. The city has undertaken many efforts in the
past to identify I&I sources and has made many system repairs where I&I was identified, but it still has yet to identify any
major sources that cause the significant I&I that cause these SSOs during heavy rain events. Efforts to identify and correct
I&I in these specific drainage sub -basins continue.
2. The number of high priority lines (HPL) currently identified is 25. Mr. Boone recommends reevaluating the system for the
presence of additional HPLs not yet identified. The currently identified number seems low given Asheboro's population,
geographical size, and hilly terrain.
3. The city's CIP is a couple of years out-of-date but still covers at least three years into the future. Mr. Rhoney stated the
CIP is currently being updated.
4. The Tot Hills subdivision has 18 simplex pump stations. The city does NOT own these stations. They are owned by the
individual homeowners. The city does provide maintenance and repair services for the stations. The homeowners provide the
necessary oversight to detect malfunctions and/or failures and immediately notify the city when maintenance or repair is
required.
5. The city's GIS mapping system for the collection system is excellent. The only deficiency is that the system does not
currently contain the pipe age attribute. However, the city is currently in the process of adding it to their GIS system.
Mr. Boone noted no other deficiencies or violations. Mr. Rhoney and Mr. White have established an excellent collection
system program.
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Permit: WQCS00025 Owner - Facility: City of Asheboro
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade?
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis?
# What is that frequency?
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages?
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations?
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory?
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials?
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months?
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal?
Comment: None
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.)
Fall festival booth, episodic distribution of education materials, website, Facebook, Twitter, local cable
channel, the city also gives "grease control books" to FOG generators that lists their responsibilities and
other important FOG control information.
Comment: None
Capital Improvement Plan
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted?
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section?
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
Comment: The CIP is a couple years out of date but it still covers three years into the future.
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Permit: WQCS00025 Owner - Facility: City of Asheboro
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
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Comment: Map does show pump station locations. The city is working to add the pipe age attribute into
the GIS system.
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?
Comment: None
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?
Comment: None
Spill Response Action Plan
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Permit: WQCS00025 Owner - Facility: City of Asheboro
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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: None
Spills
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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Comment: Recurrent spills occur mostly at pump stations and are due primarily to I&I. The city has
undertaken many efforts to identify and correct I&I and continues to do so in an effort to
minimize it.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
#15 and #19
Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Are gravity sewer cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs been cleaned annually?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
Comment: None
Manholes
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
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Permit: WQCS00025 Owner - Facility: City of Asheboro
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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Comment: Several manholes were observed in passing from the ground level and no issues were noted.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
#4, #25, and #1
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
Is the communication system functional?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
Pump station identifier?
# Address?
Instructions for notification?
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Permit: WQCS00025 Owner - Facility: City of Asheboro
Inspection Date: 06/22/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Comment: None
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