WQCSD0181_Inspection_20220822

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ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
August 22, 2022
Shannon V. Becker
Aqua North Carolina, Inc.
202 Mackenan Dr.
Cary, NC 27511-6447
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Chatham WRF Collection System
Deemed Permitted Collection System No. WQCSD0181
Chatham County
Dear Ms. Becker:
On August 18, 2022, Alys Hannum of the Division of Water Resources (Division) conducted an
inspection of the Chatham Water Reclamation Facility (WRF) Collection System to evaluate
compliance with the operation and maintenance of the subject deemed wastewater collection
system permit. The cooperation and assistance of Peter Rhodes, Field Supervisor II with Aqua
North Carolina, during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
The Chatham WRF Collection System is covered by a deemed permit (WQCD0181) and is
classified as a CS-1 system. Deemed collection systems must meet the requirements of 15A
NCAC 02T.0403. If the system ever exceeds 200,000 GPD, Chatham WRF would need to apply
for an individual collection system permit.
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
1. The wastewater collection system consists of six pump stations and no high priority
sewer lines. Four of the six pump stations have permanent on -site generators while the
other two have portable generator hookups. All six are connected to telemetry.
2. Aqua North Carolina has developed and maintains a map of the collection system on its
GIS system. However, the GIS map is incomplete. Please ensure the map is updated to
include all system components as well as pipe material, pipe age, and pump station
capacity.
3. Division records indicate no sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs) to State Waters during the
most recent 2-year period ending July 2022.
4. Aqua North Carolina has developed and maintains an organization -wide Emergency
Response & Operation and Maintenance plan including pump station inspection
NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environmental Quality
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
919.791.4200

DocuSign Envelope ID: 102FBC10-8E03-4B66-A27C-EE421C98AC45
Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Chatham WRF Collection System
Permit No. WQCSD0181
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frequency, preventative maintenance, spare parts inventory, and SSO overflow response.
5. Aqua North Carolina has developed and maintains an organization -wide Fats, Oils, and
Grease (FOG) program which includes the bi-annual distribution of educational materials
to commercial and residential users. The program includes the legal means to take
enforcement against users who have not properly installed, operated, and/or maintained
grease traps or grease interceptors, or who have otherwise violated the program.
6. All five pump stations were inspected. All had clear rights -of -way, secured access,
appeared in good condition and were free of excess debris. All audible and visual alarms
are tested weekly by operators. Notes are as follows:
a. Food Lion — Nothing of note.
b. Governor's Park #1 — Nothing of note.
c. Governor's Park #2 — Nothing of note.
d. Governor's Forest — Nothing of note.
e. Carolina Meadows #1 — The fire extinguisher on -site was expired.
f. Carolina Meadows #2 — The fire extinguisher on -site was expired.
7. A logbook for each pump station was available to view during the inspection. Pump
station maintenance logs were reviewed and appeared satisfactory. Pump stations are
inspected at least once a week by the ORC.
If you have any questions concerning this report or the required submissions, please contact
Vanessa Manuel at [e-mail] or by phone at [phone].
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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Vanessa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment: EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report
cc: RRO Files // Laserfiche
Peter B. Rhodes, Field Supervisor II ([e-mail])
Robert Krueger ([e-mail])
NORTH CAROLINAD_E
Department of Environmental Quality
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
919.791.4200

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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0181 Effective: 03/01/00
SOC: Effective:
County: Chatham
Region: Raleigh
Contact Person: Randy Simmons
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Expiration:
Expiration:
Title:
Certification:
Owner : Aqua North Carolina Inc
Facility: Chatham WRF Collection System
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
NC0056413 Aqua North Carolina Inc - Chatham Water Reclamation Facility
Inspection Date: 08/18/2022
Primary Inspector: Alys K Hannum
Secondary Inspector(s):
Entry Time 12:OOPM
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Exit Time: 02:OOPM
8/19/2022
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions
II Spills/Response Plan
(See attachment summary)
Not Compliant
▪ General
▪ Inspections
▪ Grease Control
▪ Pump Stations
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 102FBC10-8E03-4B66-A27C-EE421 C98AC45
Permit: WQCSD0181 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 08/18/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 102FBC10-8E03-4B66-A27C-EE421 C98AC45
Permit: WQCSD0181 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 08/18/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system? ❑ • ❑ ❑
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
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# Pump station ID, location and capacity • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location & type • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections • ❑ ❑ ❑
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Comment: Map does not have all system components or pipe age, pipe material, and pump station
capacity.
Grease Control
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.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement?
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations?
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
Comment:
Spills and Response Action Plan
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
# 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?
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?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 102FBC10-8E03-4B66-A27C-EE421 C98AC45
Permit: WQCSD0181 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 08/18/2022
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
Comment:
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:
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Food Lion, Governor's Park #1, Governor's Park #2, Governor's Forest, Carolina Meadows #1, Carolina
Meadows #2
# 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?
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 102FBC10-8E03-4B66-A27C-EE421 C98AC45
Permit: WQCSD0181 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 08/18/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is the telemetry 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?
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?
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