NCG551423_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220802

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ROY COOPER
Governer
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
August 2, 2022
Yatiyana Wajirapala
NC Buddhist Vihara, Inc.
1017 Patterson Road
Durham, NC 27704
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Single Family Wastewater Treatment System
General NPDES Permit NCG550000
Certificate of Coverage NCG551423
Facility: 1017 Patterson Road
Durham County
Dear Yatiyana Wajirapala:
On May 31, 2022, Staff from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject General NPDES Permit. Your
assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a septic tank, pump tank, sub -surface sand filter,
tablet chlorinator with chlorine contact chamber, tablet dechlorinator, and discharge pipe.
General NPDES Permit NCG550000 and Certificate of Coverage (COC) NCG551423 authorize the
discharge of domestic wastewater from your treatment system to receiving waters designated as an
unnamed tributary to Little Lick Creek (classified WS-IV; NSW) in the Neuse River Basin. The
authorized discharge is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements established
within the General 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 maintained at all
times to prevent seepage of sewage to the surface of the ground.
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
1/3 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.
During the inspection, you provided documentation showing Clean Septic Tank Service
pumped out the septic tank on December 10, 2020. The General NPDES Permit requires
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 3800 Barrett Drive Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919 791.1200

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the permittee to retain records associated with sewage disposal activities for a period of at
least 5 years.
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 prevent/limit 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. Part 1,
Section D (1) of General NPDES Permit NCG550000 requires the permittee to inspect the
tablet chlorinator weekly to ensure there is an adequate supply of tablets for continuous
and proper operation. Section D (4) requires the permittee to maintain all system
components, including...disinfection units...at all times and in good operating order. The
inspector did not observe any chlorine tablets in the chlorinator, and was notified you were
in the process of ordering more. Please continue to ensure the correct type of tablets are
used and maintained in the chlorinator as required by the General NPDES Permit.
4. Dechlorination tablets: You are responsible for always having dechlorination tablets (if a
required part of your system) in place. They must be the kind for wastewater treatment
and not for swimming pools. The inspector observed dechlorination tablets in the
treatment unit. Please continue to ensure the correct type of tablets are used and
maintained in the dechlorinator as required by the General NPDES Permit.
5. Analyzing the effluent: Part 1. C., Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements,
within General Permit NCG550000 requires a permittee to sample and analyze the effluent
leaving his/her treatment system prior to discharge annually. Parameters to be sampled
and analyzed include Flow, BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand), Total Suspended Solids,
Fecal Coliform, Total Residual Chlorine, Total Nitrogen, Ammonia Nitrogen and Total
Phosphorous. Within 30-days of receiving this letter, please let this office know if you
have monitored your effluent discharge within the last 12 months, and provide this office
with a copy of the lab results if you have. If you have not monitored your effluent, then
please collect a representative sample of the effluent, have it analyzed by a certified
commercial laboratory and submit the results to this office no later than October 31.2022.
If, during this time, you are unable to collect a representative sample of the effluent
discharge due to insufficient flow from the discharge pipe, then update this office with that
information and continue to monitor the discharge and if conditions for sampling become
favorable, then arrange to collect a sample. Failure to monitor the effluent discharge as
required is a violation of NPDES General Permit NCG550000.
6. Discharge outlet location. The permittee is required to conduct a visual review of the
outfall location at least twice each year (one at the time of sampling) to ensure that no
visible solids or other obvious evidence of system malfunctioning is observed. Any visible
signs of a malfunctioning system shall be documented and steps taken to correct the
problem. The discharge pipe was visible and accessible the day of the inspection. Please
continue to ensure the outlet is always visible/maintained and cleared of vegetation, soil
and leaves.
Division records indicate the required annual fee ($60 per year) for the period ending November 30, 2022
and due December 2, 2021, has been paid. There are no overdue fees for the subject COC.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Dhristan of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919.791.4200

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R ease continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment system to ensure the treatment
components are always maintained and i n good operating order. You areal so reminded to maintain all
monitoring data and associated maintenance records onsl to for a minimum of three years and
available for inspection.
If you have questions or comments about this i nspecti on or the requirements to take correcti ve action (if
applicable), then please contact Cassidy Kurtz at 919-791-4237 or at Cassidy.Kurtzl lcdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
DoauBgned by:
EAXIMAS11. f . AIAU,IAti
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Vasa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Qual ity Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment(s): EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report
Cc: RRO/SUJP Files
Lased' she
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality : Division of Watrr Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 3800 Barrett Drive ; Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919.791.4200

United States Environmental Protection Agency
E PA Washington, D.C. 20460
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection
1 LI 2 IF I 3 I NCG551423 111 121 22/05/31 117
Type
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Inspector Fac Type
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA---1
671 I 701 I 71 uI I 72 1 ti 1 73I 1 74 751
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1 1 1 1 1 1 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
1017 Patterson Road
1017 Patterson Rd
Durham NC 27704
Entry Time/Date
09:30AM 22/05/31
Permit Effective Date
21/01/12
Exit Time/Date
; 09:45AM 22/05/31
Permit Expiration Date
25/10/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
1/1
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/tle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Yatiyana Waijrapala,1017 Patterson Rd Durham NC 27704/Presiden1/919-827-4389/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenar Records/Reports Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Wate Laboratory
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Molly Nicholson DWR/RRO WQ/919-791-4240/
James Westcott DWR/RRO WQ/919-791-4247/
Cassidy Kurtz DWR/RRO WQ/919-807-6388/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yr/mo/day
31 NCG551423 111 121 22/05/31
117
Inspection Type
18 Lc j
(Cont.)
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
On May 31, 2022, Staff from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject General NPDES Permit. Your
assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a septic tank, pump tank, sub -surface sand
filter,
tablet chlorinator with chlorine contact chamber, tablet dechlorinator, and discharge pipe.
General NPDES Permit NCG550000 and Certificate of Coverage (COC) NCG551423 authorize the
discharge of domestic wastewater from your treatment system to receiving waters designated as an
unnamed tributary to Little Lick Creek (classified WS-IV; NSW) in the Neuse River Basin. The
authorized discharge is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements established
within the General 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 maintained at all
times to prevent seepage of sewage to the surface of the ground.
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
1/3 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.
During the inspection, you provided documentation showing Clean Septic Tank Service
pumped out the septic tank on December 10, 2020. The General NPDES Permit requires the
permittee to retain records associated with sewage disposal activities for a period of at least 5 years.
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 prevent/limit 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. Part 1,
Section D (1) of General NPDES Permit NCG550000 requires the permittee to inspect the
tablet chlorinator weekly to ensure there is an adequate supply of tablets for continuous
and proper operation. Section D (4) requires the permittee to maintain all system
components, including...disinfection units...at all times and in good operating order. The
inspector did not observe any chlorine tablets in the chlorinator, and was notified you were
in the process of ordering more. Please continue to ensure the correct type of tablets are
used and maintained in the chlorinator as required by the General NPDES Permit.
4. Dechlorination tablets: You are responsible for always having dechlorination tablets (if a
required part of your system) in place. They must be the kind for wastewater treatment
and not for swimming pools. The inspector observed dechlorination tablets in the
treatment unit. Please continue to ensure the correct type of tablets are used and
maintained in the dechlorinator as required by the General NPDES Permit.
5. Analyzing the effluent: Part 1. C., Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Requirements,
within General Permit NCG550000 requires a permittee to sample and analyze the effluent
leaving his/her treatment system prior to discharge annually. Parameters to be sampled
and analyzed include Flow, BOD (Biochemical Oxygen Demand), Total Suspended Solids,
Fecal Coliform, Total Residual Chlorine, Total Nitrogen, Ammonia Nitrogen and Total
Phosphorous. Within 30-days of receiving this letter, please let this office know if you
have monitored your effluent discharge within the last 12 months, and provide this office
with a copy of the lab results if you have. If you have not monitored your effluent, then
please collect a representative sample of the effluent, have it analyzed by a certified
commercial laboratory and submit the results to this office no later than October 31, 2022.
If, during this time, you are unable to collect a representative sample of the effluent
discharge due to insufficient flow from the discharge pipe, then update this office with that
information and continue to monitor the discharge and if conditions for sampling become
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Permit: NCG551423
Owner - Facility: 1017 Patterson Road
Inspection Date: 05/31/2022 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
favorable, then arrange to collect a sample. Failure to monitor the effluent discharge as
required is a violation of NPDES General Permit NCG550000.
6. Discharge outlet location. The permittee is required to conduct a visual review of the
outfall location at least twice each year (one at the time of sampling) to ensure that no
visible solids or other obvious evidence of system malfunctioning is observed. Any visible
signs of a malfunctioning system shall be documented and steps taken to correct the
problem. The discharge pipe was visible and accessible the day of the inspection. Please
continue to ensure the outlet is always visible/maintained and cleared of vegetation, soil
and leaves.
Division records indicate the required annual fee ($60 per year) for the period ending November 30,
2022
and due December 2, 2021, has been paid. There are no overdue fees for the subject COC.
Please continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment system to ensure the treatment
components are always maintained and in good operating order. You are also reminded to maintain
all monitoring data and associated maintenance records onsite for a minimum of three years and
available for inspection.
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Permit: NCG551423
Inspection Date: 05/31/2022
Owner - Facility: 1017 Patterson Road
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or Tess). Has the permittee submitted a new ❑ ❑ ❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit? •❑ ❑ ❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ❑•❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? 0 0 • 0
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? •❑ ❑ ❑
is all required information readily available, complete and current? •❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable 0 0 • 0
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)? •❑ ❑ ❑
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs? 0 0 • 0
Is the chain -of -custody complete? 0 0 • 0
Dates, times and location of sampling 0
Name of individual performing the sampling 0
Results of analysis and calibration 0
Dates of analysis 0
Name of person performing analyses 0
Transported COCs 0
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters? 00.0
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ? 00.0
(If the facility is = or a 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 2417 with a certified 00.0
operator on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification? 0 0 • 0
Is the backup operator certified at one grade Tess or greater than the facility 0 0 • 0
classification?
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site? 00.0
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review? 00.0
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Permit: NCG551423
Owner - Facility: 1017 Patterson Road
Inspection Date: 05/31/2022 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Comment: Last lab results from 01/21/2021 available.
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
• ❑ ❑ ❑
• ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑■❑
Septic Tank Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visual alarm operational? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Is septic tank pumped on a schedule? •❑ ❑ ❑
Are pumps or syphons operating properly? MO ❑ ❑
Are high and low water alarms operating properly? •❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Septic tank last pumped 12/10/2020 by Clean Septic Tank Service: invoice provided
during inspection
Sand Filters (Low rate) Yes No NA NE
(If pumps are used) Is an audible and visible alarm Present and operational? 00.0
Is the distribution box level and watertight? 0 ❑• 0
Is sand filter free of ponding? •❑ ❑ ❑
Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑
# Is the sand filter surface free of algae or excessive vegetation? ❑ 0 • ❑
# Is the sand filter effluent re -circulated at a valid ratio? (Approximately 3 to 1) ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment• subsurface sandfilter
Laboratory
Are field parameters performed by certified personnel or laboratory?
Are all other parameters(excluding field parameters) performed by a certified lab?
# Is the facility using a contract lab?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0
degrees Celsius)?
Incubator (Fecal Coliform) set to 44.5 degrees Celsius+/- 0.2 degrees?
Incubator (BOD) set to 20.0 degrees Celsius +/- 1.0 degrees?
Yes No NA NE
❑ ❑❑❑
O 000
O 000
❑ ❑ • ❑
O 000
O 000
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Permit: NCG551423
Inspection Date: 05/31/2022
Owner - Facility: 1017 Patterson Road
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Laboratory Yes No NA NE
Comment: During the inspection, lab results were provided from 1 /21/2021; recommended to
sample
Disinfection -Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational? •❑ ❑ ❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type? •❑ ❑ ❑
Number of tubes in use? 2
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable? ❑ ❑ E ❑
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup? 0 0 • 0
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination? 0 0 • 0
Comment: No chlorine tablets were observed in the chlorinators at time of inspection. Permittee
explained that he'd used the last tablets he had and was in the process of purchasing
more; permittee showed empty bucket to confirm correct tablets are used.
Dechlorination tablets were observed in the dechlor chamber.
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