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Home My WebLink AboutWQ0039211_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20210706ROY COOPER Governor ELIZABETH S. BISER secretory RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. NORTH CAROLINA Director Environmental Quality August 15, 2022 Thomas Colhoun 214 Tody Goodwin Road Apex NC 27502 Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Single Family Wastewater Treatment System Non -Discharge Permit # WQ0039211 Facility: 214 Tody Godwin Road SFR Chatham County Dear Thomas Colhoun, On May 04, 2022, Curtis Tyree from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR) wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non - Discharge Permit WQ0039211. Miss Colhoun's assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated. Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a 1,500 gallon precast septic tank with an effluent filter; an 800 gallon Advantex Treatment Pod utilizing a 16.75 gallon per minute (GPM) 1/3 horsepower (hp) recirculation pump; a 3,500 gallon precast storage and pump tank equipped with one 6 GPM ultraviolet (UV) disinfection unit and a 23.6 GPM %2 hp field dosing pump; 0.27 acres of 4,079 linear feet (LF) of drip irrigation line; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances. Non -Discharge Permit WQ0039211 authorizes the continued operation up to 480 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 appears to be effectively maintained. There were no signs of runoff or ponding in the irrigation field. Mr. Calhoun North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 1 Division of Water Resources Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 919 791 4200 informed me that Jeff Vaughan from Agri -waste Technology Inc. inspects his system two times per year and makes necessary repairs when required 2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least once a year 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. The inspection report from AWT stated that the sludge level in the septic tank was at 4" and did not need to be pumped out at this time and that the effluent filter was clean. 3. UV disinfection: Your system uses an ultra -violet (UV) light system for disinfection of the wastewater. A UV disinfection system provides effective disinfection and prevents/limits harmful bacteria from entering the environment. Unless the UV disinfection unit is monitored by telemetry, the unit shall be checked weekly. The lamp(s) and quartz sleeve(s) shall be cleaned or replaced as needed to insure proper disinfection of the wastewater. The inspection report AWT noted that the UV bulb was replaced on 12/02/2021and is working properly. Please check your UV system on a weekly basis to ensure proper operation at all times. 4. Proper Operation and maintenance; The system shall be inspected monthly to make certain of the proper operation of the drip lines, that the system is free of leaks, that the vegetative growth allows a proper drip pattern, that the soil is assimilating the disposed treated wastewater with no surface run off, and that no objectional 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 drip field appeared to be assimilating the waste and no ponding/runoff was observed The pumps and audible/visual alarms were working properly, and the system looked to be well maintained. 5. Rain or moisture sensors: The irrigation system shall be connected to a rain or moisture sensor, which shall indicate when effluent application is not appropriate. On the day of this inspection, the rain sensor was in place and in good working order. 6. Field conditions: Public access to the irrigation sites and wastewater treatment facilities shall be prohibited. Fencing shall be provided to prevent access to the irrigation site. The irrigation field was well maintained, and no leaks or broken lines were found The fencing was more than adequate, and the system was in great shape. Non -discharge Permit WQ0039211requires the permittee pay the annual fee within 30 days after being billed by the division, and that the permittee must apply for a permit renewal 180 days North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 1 Division of Water Resources Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive 1 Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 919 791 4200 prior to the expiration of the permit. There are no overdue fees for the subject permit. The division received the permit renewal application on June 24, 2022. 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 Curtis Tyree at 919-791-4239. 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 Laserfiche North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources Raleigh Regional Office 919.791.4200 1 3800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609 Compliance Inspection Report Permit: WO0039211 Effective: 10/30/17 Expiration: 09/30/22 Owner : Thomas F Colhoun SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 214 Tody Goodwin Rd. SFR County: Chatham 214 Tody Goodwin Rd Region: Rale gh Apex NC 27502 Contact Person: Thomas F Colhoun Title: Phone: Directions to Facility: West on 440 to 64, left on Beaver Creek Rd., left on Today Goodwin Rd., drive a short distance, residence on the right and drip field on the left. System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Inspection Date: 05/04/2022 Primary Inspector: Curtis R Tyree Secondary Inspector(s): Entry Time 10:30AM Exit Time: 11:00AM Phone: 919-791-4239 Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type: Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas: ▪ Miscellaneous Questions • Sand Filter/Treatment Pods • Drip or Irrigation (See attachment summary) ▪ Permit Status ▪ Disinfection UV ▪ General ▪ Septic Tank ▪ Pump Tank Page 1 of 4 Permit: WQ0039211 Owner - Facility:Thomas F Colhoun Inspection Date: 05/04r20r22 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Rout ne Permit Status # Is the current resident in the home the Permittee? # If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee? Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form w th the inspection letter) # Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor? If YES, who is the contractor (include contact info)? AWI- Jeff Vaughan Comment: Septic Tank *** 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? # Does the permitteefresident know where the septic tank is located? Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years? If YES, describe if known and proof (include date pumped): # Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T? If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who? Comment: Sand Filter/Treatment Pods *** Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked/leveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be removed manually. *** # Is system something other than a sand filter? # If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.) # Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located? Does the sandfilter require maintenance? If maintenace is required, explain: Comment: Disinfection UV *** UV unit shall be checked weekly. Lamps/sleeves should be cleaned/replaced as needed to ensure proper disinfection. *** Is UV working? Has the UV Unit been serviced and bulbs cleaned? # Who completes the weekly check for the UV? ( Non -Discharge) Comment: Pump Tank *** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non -Discharge) *** Yes No NA NE • ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑•❑ 0E1.0 ■ ❑❑❑ Yes No NA NE ■ ❑❑❑ • ❑❑❑ ❑ ❑•❑ ❑ ❑■❑ Yes No NA NE • ❑❑❑ Advantex Treatment Pod • ❑ ❑ ❑ DD■❑ Yes No NA NE ■ D❑❑ • ❑ ❑ ❑ Permittee Yes No NA NE Page 3 of 4