NCG551793_Application_20220826

ROY COOPER __
Governor
ELIZABETH S.BISER • ""�
Secretory AM
RICHARD E.ROGERS,JR. NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
August 29, 2022
Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Attn: Amber Lowery, Executive Director
2492 US Hwy 19E
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
Subject: Permit Application
Application No. NCG551793
Mitchell CountyAnimal Rescue
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Mitchell County
Dear Applicant:
The Water Quality Permitting Section acknowledges receipt of your application for a new NPDES WW permit, including
supporting documentation and your check number 4165 in the amount of $60.00 as payment of the application fee. These
items were received in our offices on August 26, 2022. Your application will be assigned to a permit writer within the
Section's NPDES WW permitting branch. The permit writer will contact you if additional information is required to
complete evaluation of your application. Your timely and direct response to any such request will help to expedite the
review process. Please note that acceptance of the application does not guarantee a NPDES permit will be issued for the
proposed activity. A permit will only be issued following a complete review of the application, concluding the proposed
discharge is allowable per applicable statutes and rules.
Information regarding the status of your renewal application can be found online using the Department of Environmental
Quality's Environmental Application Tracker at:
https://deq.nc.gov/permits-regulations/permit-guidance/environmental-application-tracker
If you have any additional questions about the permit, please contact the primary reviewer of the application using the
links available within the Application Tracker.
Sincerely,
Wren Th dfor
Administrative Assistant
Water Quality Permitting Section
cc: Michael Lush-Lash Engineering, Inc.
ec: WQPS Laserfiche File w/application
DE Q J/ NAsorthhevi CarolinalleRegion
Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
al Office 1090 U.S.Highway 70 I Swannanoa.North Carolina 18778
828296.4500

TRANSMITTAL
Date: August 17, 2022
LASH
ENGINEERING Attention of: John Hennessey
Consulting Engineers
Civil,Planning,Wastewater Company: NPDES-DWR
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105 From: Michael Lash, PE.
Phone:[phone]
mikelAlashengineerinq.com Project: MCAR - Direct Discharge Wastewater
Application
Special Instructions:
Please find enclosed is the initial submittal package for a Direct Discharge Permit for
the MCAR (Mitchell County Animal Rescue):
1. 1 set of plans
2. 1 sets of the submittal package in bound form. RECEIVED
3. 1 copy of the Letter of Authorization, RECEIVED
4. 2 copies of the Request for the Permit AUG 2 2 2022
5. 2 copies of the signed Application form.
6. The bound package have these forms as well.
7. A check for $60.00 is paper clipped to this transmittal. NCDEQIDWRJNPDES
Thank you.
If you have any questions, please call me at: 704-847-3031.
Than.s,
Mic ael Las , P'.

MCAR Direct Discharge Wastewater Facility
• National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System FOR AGENCY USE ONLY
(NPDES)
Date Received
Division of Water Resources
Application for SURFACE DISCHARGE Year Month Day
Environmental Certificate of Coverage(COC)Under apaa. (Q
Quality General Permit NCG550000 Certificate of Coverage(COC)
For Single-Family Residences and Similar Discharges NCG 5 5 1 'j 9 3
100%-domestic wastewater-< 1,000 gallons per day Check# Amount
Animal Rescue effluent is similar to a residential
The Mitchell County 1
wastewater effluent. The facility has 1 bathroom for the employees `—f 1625 dg(10.bU
and a commerical sink& washing machine. The existing county Assigned to:
wastewater permit could not be retrieved. The existing system appears
to be constructed around 650 gpd.
The Division of Water Resources will not accept an application package unless all instructions are followed.
Failure to submit all required items may result in the application being returned. For more information, visit
the Water Quality Permitting Section's NPDES Permitting Unit website. (Press TAB to navigate form)
1. Regional Office Contact: Please contact your DWR Regional Office before submitting this
application.If you have not met with your appropriate DWR Regional Office Representative,the
application will be returned.
Please list the DWR Regional Office representative(s)with whom you have discussed this project:
Name(s): Date: Discussions took place on different dates(all in 2020&21)
Leslie McKinney-Toe River, REHS(included letter) Discussed by phone with Mikal Wilmer, NC.DENR
Alan McKinney-Regional Soil Scientist(included letter) (Sent this package to her by email)
2. Owner's Contact Information:
Applicant Type: ❑Individual ®Corporation ❑ Partnership
Owner Name and Title: Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)
Click here to enter text.
Street Address: 2492 US Highway 19E
City: Spruce Pine State: NC Zip:28777-
Telephone#(H): 828-765-6954 Telephone#(W): 828-765-6954
Cell/Mobile#: Email:[e-mail]
3. Location of Facility Producing the Discharge: Please list the address of the facility. If facility is not yet
constructed,give street address or lot number.
Street Address: Address is same as listed under owner
City: State: Zip: -
County:
Telephone#: Cell/Mobile#:
Website: www.mitchellcountyanimalrescue.org
4. Site-Location Narrative:
Please describe how to get to the facility from the nearest town,major highway or identifiable roadway
intersection(use street names, state road numbers,and/or distances and directions).
Leaving the town of Spruce Pine to the west,follow US Highway 19E for a couple of minutes.MCAR
is the next immediate left after Fabrics in the Fray quilt shop.
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under General-Permit NCG550000
5. Describe the nature of the project. ["New"means has not yet been physically constructed, "existing"
means system already physically exists. Please see I 5A NCAC 02H .0103(11) for further clarification].
❑ Installation of a New Wastewater Treatment System (If yes, skip to Number 9.)
❑ Expansion of an Existing Wastewater Treatment System (for example,adding bedrooms) (If yes,
skip to Number 9.)
® Replacement of an Existing Wastewater Treatment System(If yes, go to Number 6.)
6. Describe the ExistingWastewater Treatment System:
Y
® Conventional Septic Tank/Leach-field—Discharge to Sub-Surface Soils. If previously permitted,
please attach a copy of the permit or enter the permit number The existing permit was not available. However,
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. Report is n included at e
® 650 gpd.A Flow is in the
Submittal Book.
❑ Sandfilter—Discharge to Surface Waters [or other,as defined 15A NCAC 02H.0103(11)1 If
previously permitted, please attach a copy of the permit or enter the permit number
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. ❑
❑ Filter Media System(Pod System)-Discharge to Surface Waters [or other, as defined 15A NCAC
02H.0103(11)1 If previously permitted, please attach a copy of the permit or the permit number.
If you are not aware of an existing permit, check here. ❑
❑ Other
❑ Check here if submitting proposal for a new system or if no treatment system exists.
7. Check all EXISTING wastewater treatment components:
® Septic tank ❑ Dosing tank ❑ UV disinfection
❑ Primary sand filter ❑ Secondary sand filter ❑ Recirculating sand filter(s)
n Chlorination ❑ Dechlorination ❑ Other components:
❑ Self-Contained POD system [describe]
® Leach Field
n Post Aeration (sped type)
8. Provide Details of Single-Family Residence(SFR)or Similar Facility:
a) Type of facility: Existing animal rescue with one bathroom and a commercial washing machine.
Facility generates a Residential Wastewater
❑Residential ® Commercial that is mostly grey water.
❑Other:
b) Amount of wastewater discharged:
- Residential:Number of bedrooms x 120 gallons per bedroom=
gallons per day(flow)
- Commercial: How many employees?(25 gpd/person)
650 total gpd. (See Flow Report in Submittal Book)
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c) Is your existing treatment system failing? Yes ® No ❑
d) Has the Health Department formally condemned your existing system
"unsuitable for repair?" Yes ® No ❑
If yes,please name the Health Department[local,county,or state],and provide the site-
inspection date [attach Health Department's judgement letter, if available]: Mitchell
County Health Department,2/8/22 Leslie McKinney,REHS
If previously permitted [local,county,or state],provide permit number and date issued [attach
copy,if available]: .
9. Check all PROPOSED new system components
I I Septic tank ❑Dosing tank ® UV disinfection:
I I Primary sand filter ❑ Secondary sand filter ❑ Recirculating sand filter(s)
Chlorination El Dechlorination ® Other components: AquaSafe PreTreat Unit
❑ Self-Contained POD system [describe]
I I Post Aeration(specify type)
❑ Proposed Modifications to Existing Treatment System-Explain in detail the nature of the
modification.Attach all site maps,plans and specifications,signed by an NC Certified Engineer.
If prepared by others,plans must conform to 15A NCAC 02H.0139.
Click here to enter text.
® Proposed New Treatment System for Surface Discharge(not constructed)-Attach all site
maps, plans and specifications, to be signed by an NC Certified Engineer. If prepared by
others,plans must conform to 15A NCAC 02H.0139..
The existing Septic Tank will be utilized in front of a new Pretreat Tank(AquaSafe)with a UV light.
Expanding Flow?-Do you propose to increase permitted or existing flow? ❑Yes ® No
Provide details of the Proposed NEW Discharge [Flow and Source Water]:
® Check if same as 6. (Flow Report included in Submittal Book)
Existing: Amount of wastewater currently discharged: Number of bedrooms x 120
gallons per bedroom= gallons per day to be permitted(design flow)
Expanding: Amount of wastewater proposed to be discharged:Number of bedrooms x
120 gallons per bedroom= gallons per day to be permitted(design flow
10. Evaluate Alternatives to Discharge to Waters of the State.Please address the feasibility of
discharge alternatives as instructed in the NCDEQ Engineering Alternatives Analysis(EAA)
Guidance Document found here. (Note:Evaluation for endangered species is not required.)
There is an EAA Section in the submittal book with all of these reports.
a) Connection to an Existing Wastewater Treatment System-Provide the distance
to the nearest connection,such as a regional or municipal sewer system, and the
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estimated cost per foot to connect including fees. (in submittal book)
b) Land Application—Assess the land application disposal alternatives such as spray
irrigation,drip irrigation,individual/community onsite subsurface systems, and/or
innovative ground-absorption. Questions to consider: (in submittal book)
(1) Are on-site soils suitable for land application? Yes ❑ No El
(2) Is there sufficient area on-site? Yes ❑ No
c) Wastewater Reuse—Evaluate reusing all or a portion of the wastewater
generated,such as for golf course irrigation,crop irrigation(e.g.,hardwood or
pine plantation,grasses),athletic field irrigation, landscape uses,and/or
commercial/industrial uses. (in submittal book)
d) On-Site Soil Evaluation—Submit an evaluation of the soils on-site,
documented by a certified report from a NC Professional Soil Scientist,or by
your local or county health department report(if available). (in submittal book)
e) Cost of Alternatives—Provide an estimation of the cost of each discharge
alternative or combination of alternatives. (in submittal book)
11. Provide Regional Information: Please provide the following information.If you need assistance in
obtaining this information,please contact your local DEO regional office.
a) Stream Classification-Verify the stream classification for the nearest downgradient named
waterbody. The NC Surface Water Classification map can be found by clicking here.
Classification: C;Tr
b) Is it a High-Quality Water?If so,check if it is by definition or by designation?In order to check
this,ask the Planning Unit.
No.
c) Map-Provide a map locating the nearest downstream waters-of-the-State(i.e.where the effluent
reaches an unnamed tributary,creek,stream,river,or lake via any surface-water conveyance).
Part of Submittal Package
d) Site Evaluation-Contact DEQ's local Regional Office for a site evaluation to confirm the
proposed discharge flow path to the nearest waters-of-the-State. The wastewater/stream
confluence and stream class must be verified in the field by DEQ's Regional Staff. Please list the
Regional Office staff member you contacted for the inspection.
Mikal Wilmer Cell: 828-989-9695 Office: 828-296-4686
[e-mail] (Package sent by email as a pdf)
e) Flow Path-Display graphically the flow path of the discharge to the nearest surface Waters of
the State. Document any potential hydrologic trespass or right-of-way infringement on any
neighboring property(i.e.note all properties encountered prior to reaching waters-of-the-State).
Part of Submittal Package (Flow Path is shown on plans;Creek was surveyed and is on property
Plans are attached and in submittal book)
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f) 7Q10/30Q2 Estimate-Contact USGS J. Curtis Weaver(919-571-4043)to provide the estimated
7Q10 and 30Q2 stream-flow estimates for the first downstream point-of-contact with waters-
of-the-State. Report is included in Submittal Book)
11. Certificates of Coverage/Notices of Intent to Discharge/Authorizations to Construct-Check ALL of
the following information has been provided. Incomplete Applications will be returned.
® An original letter[two(2)copies]requesting coverage under NCG550000.
® This application[two(2)copies].Your signature on this application,certifies that you are legally
responsible for the proposed treatment system(see page 6 of 6)for the COC/NOU ATC.
® A check or money order for$60.00 permit fee made payable to NCDEQ.
12. Additional Application Requirements
a) Narrative Description of the treatment system. This narrative should present treatment components
in order of flow—influent to outfall, including anti-erosion structures and sample-port location(s).
(An Engineers Summary Report is included in the Submittal Book)
b) Final Plans and Specifications for a wastewater treatment system shall be signed by a North
Carolina-registered Professional Engineer, or if prepared by others,must conform to 15A NCAC
02H .0139. All documents are to be stamped"Final Design-Not Released for Construction."
Submittal shall include a site map showing the proposed outfall and the effluent proposed path to
surface waters-of-the-State. (see Item 1 for location verification by DWR Regional Office staff)
Sealed Engineering Plans are included separately and and in the submittal Book)
c) Submittals by a Consulting Engineer or Engineering Firm shall include:
1. A copy of your written authorization to represent, signed by the legal
permit Applicant; and Attached separately and included in the submittal book
2. Upon completion of proposed work,a signed copy of DWRs Engineer's
Certification form attesting that the project was completed in accord
with the DWR approved COC/ATC,as issued.
Engineer is contracted to perform this service.
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CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,N_ -�. and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: J 'Y%QQ.( L wtvy
Title: Elftuefi vt- DtrCC' 'l i'Ac"-
(Please review 15A NCAC 02H.0106(e)for definition of authorized signing officials)
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'gnature o' iplicant (Date Signed) g 10 Y7
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under General-Permit NCG550000
NOTE: Treatment System Maintenance is Required-Upon receiving a Certificate of
Coverage/Authorization to Construct(COC/ATC),the Division recommends that the Permittee solicit
manufacturer-certified training,or solicit a qualified contractor or service to regularly inspect and
maintain this treatment system. The Permittee is responsible under this COC/ATC to maintain all
components of the approved treatment system,designed to meet Surface Water Quality Standards [see
attached Operation and Maintenance Agreement].
Compliance duties include:
• paying your annual fee [due on the anniversary of COC/ATC effective date],
• following the manufacturer's guidelines,
• conducting and documenting inspections, in compliance with General Permit NCG550000,
• establishing sources for OEM spare parts and supplies,
• taking discharge samples for analysis,and logging the results,
• making necessary repairs,documenting said maintenance in logs,and
• keeping logs onsite for the life of the permit,available for DWR inspection.
North Carolina General Statute& 143-215.6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation,or certification in any application,record,
report,plan,or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested
case under this Article; or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or
monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission
implementing this Article,shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten
thousand dollars($10,000). 18 U.S.C.Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more
than 5 years,or both,for a similar offense.
Application must be accompanied by a check or money order for$60.00
made payable to:
NCDEQ
• • • • •
Mail this application and one copy of the entire package (with check) to:
NCDEQ/DWR/NPDES
Attention: John Hennessy, Supervisor
Compliance and Expedited Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: John Hennessy
Note: Submission of this document insures DWR's consideration, but does not
guarantee issuance of a Certificate of Coverage/Authorization to Construct.
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
August 8,2022
John Hennessey RECEIVED
NPDES Permitting Program kiJii 2 2 2022
Division of Water Quality
Raleigh, NC. 27699-1617 NCDEQIDWRINPDES
Re: Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)Property,Mitchell County
Letter of Authorization
I have engaged Michael Lash,PE.with Lash Engineering,Inc.to assist me in preparing and
filing a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System application for the above captioned
existing single-family residence.
This letter will serve to certify that I have designated him as my authorized representative for this
_ application.
Very ly yours,
Amber Low ry
Executive Director
Office: 828-765-6952
Mailing: PO Box 308, Spruce Pine,NC 28777
Shelter: 2492 US Highway 19E, Spruce Pine,NC 28777
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Spay and Neuter is the best solution to pet over-population in Mitchell County.
Visit our website mitchellcountvanimalrescue.org !!

Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
mikelaLashEngineering.com
Lash Engineering, Inc.
May 11, 2022
John Hennessey
NPDES Permitting Program
Division of Water Quality
Raleigh,NC. 27699-1617
Mitchell County Animal Property Request for General Permit
This property is located near the town of Spruce Pine,NC off US Highway 19E in Mitchell
County. Their existing septic system has failed, and they do not have enough room on the
property for a proper drain field. The existing building cannot acquire public sewer. The land
on all sides is not available either for lack of space. The soil has been"turned down"by the
Health Department for any repairs and has requested the Owner to pursue a Direct Discharge
Permit. The Owner is requesting a General Permit(NCG550000)and"Authorization to
Construct"for a direct discharge system. The Watershed classification is Class"C, Tr".
If I can be of any further service,please do not hesitate to call.
Sincere
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
mikelaLashEngineering.com
Lash Engineering, Inc.
May 11,2022
John Hennessey
NPDES Permitting Program
Division of Water Quality
Raleigh,NC. 27699-1617
Mitchell County Animal Property Request for General Permit
This property is located near the town of Spruce Pine,NC off US Highway 19E in Mitchell
County. Their existing septic system has failed, and they do not have enough room on the
property for a proper drain field. The existing building cannot acquire public sewer. The land
on all sides is not available either for lack of space. The soil has been"turned down"by the
Health Department for any repairs and has requested the Owner to pursue a Direct Discharge
Permit. The Owner is requesting a General Permit (NCG550000)and"Authorization to
Construct"for a direct discharge system. The Watershed classification is Class"C,Tr".
If I can be of any further service,please do not hesitate to call.
Sincere
Mi

MCAR Direct Discharge Wastewater Facility
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System FOR AGENCY USE ONLY
(NPDES)
Date Received
Division of Water Resources
Application for SURFACE DISCHARGE Year Month Day
Environmental Certificate of Coverage(COC) Under - 5p.* 242
Quality General Permit NCG550000 Certificate of Coverage(COC)
For Single-Family Residences and Similar Discharges N C G 5 5
100%-domestic wastewater-<1,000 gallons per day Check# Amount
The Mitchell County Animal Rescue effluent is similar to a residential
wastewater effluent. The facility has 1 bathroom for the employees `11125 ti(a0.613,
and a commerical sink&washing machine. The existing county Assigned to:
wastewater permit could not be retrieved. The existing system appears
to be constructed around 650 gpd.
The Division of Water Resources will not accept an application package unless all instructions are followed.
Failure to submit all required items may result in the application being returned. For more information, visit
the Water Quality Permitting Section's NPDES Permitting Unit website. (Press TAB to navigate form)
1. Regional Office Contact: Please contact your DWR Regional Office before submitting this
application.If you have not met with your appropriate DWR Regional Office Representative,the
application will be returned.
Please list the DWR Regional Office representative(s)with whom you have discussed this project:
Name(s): Date: .Discussions took place on different dates (all in 2020&21)
Leslie McKinney-Toe River, REHS(included letter) Discussed by phone with Mikal Wilmer, NC.DENR
Alan McKinney-Regional Soil Scientist(included letter) (Sent this package to her by email)2. Owner's Contact Information: RECEIVED
Applicant Type: ❑ Individual ®Corporation ❑ Partnership ti I G, 2 2 2022
Owner Name and Title: Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)
Click here to enter text. NCDEQ/DWRINPDES
Street Address: 2492 US Highway 19E
City: Spruce Pine State: NC Zip:28777-
Telephone#(H): 828-765-6954 Telephone#(W): 828-765-6954
Cell/Mobile#: Email:[e-mail]
3. Location of Facility Producing the Discharge: Please list the address of the facility. If facility is not yet
constructed,give street address or lot number.
Street Address: Address is same as listed under owner
City: State: Zip: -
County:
Telephone#: Cell/Mobile#:
Website: www.mitchellcountyanimalrescue.org
4. Site-Location Narrative:
Please describe how to get to the facility from the nearest town,major highway or identifiable roadway
intersection(use street names, state road numbers,and/or distances and directions).
Leaving the town of Spruce Pine to the west,follow US Highway 19E for a couple of minutes. MCAR
is the next immediate left after Fabrics in the Fray quilt shop.
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5. Describe the nature of the project. ["New"means has not yet been physically constructed,"existing"
means system already physically exists. Please see 15A NCAC 02H.0103(11) for further clarification].
❑ Installation of a New Wastewater Treatment System(If yes, skip to Number 9.)
0 Expansion of an Existing Wastewater Treatment System(for example,adding bedrooms) (If yes,
skip to Number 9.)
® Replacement of an Existing Wastewater Treatment System(If yes,go to Number 6.)
6. Describe the Existing Wastewater Treatment System:
• Conventional Septic Tank/Leach-field—Discharge to Sub-Surface Soils. If previously permitted,
please attach a copy of the permit or enter the permit number The existing permit was not available. However,
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. Report is approximatelyc uded e
® 650 gpd.A Flow is included in the
Submittal Book.
❑ Sandfilter—Discharge to Surface Waters [or other,as defined 15A NCAC 02H.0103(11)].If
previously permitted,please attach a copy of the permit or enter the permit number
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. ❑
❑ Filter Media System(Pod System)—Discharge to Surface Waters [or other,as defined 15A NCAC
02H.0103(11)].If previously permitted,please attach a copy of the permit or the permit number.
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. 0
❑ Other
0 Check here if submitting proposal for a new system or if no treatment system exists.
7. Check all EXISTING wastewater treatment components:
® Septic tank 0 Dosing tank ❑ UV disinfection
❑Primary sand filter ❑ Secondary sand filter 0 Recirculating sand filter(s)
❑Chlorination ❑ Dechlorination 0 Other components:
❑ Self-Contained POD system [describe]
® Leach Field
❑Post Aeration(specify type)
8. Provide Details of Single-Family Residence(SFR)or Similar Facility:
a) Type of facility:Existing animal rescue with one bathroom and a commercial washing machine.
0 Residential ® Commercial Facility generates a Residential Wastewater
that is mostly grey water.
❑Other:
b) Amount of wastewater discharged:
- Residential:Number of bedrooms x 120 gallons per bedroom =
gallons per day(flow)
- Commercial: How many employees?(25 gpd/person)
650 total gpd. (See Flow Report in Submittal Book)
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c) Is your existing treatment system failing? Yes ® No ❑
d) Has the Health Department formally condemned your existing system
"unsuitable for repair?" Yes ® No ❑
If yes,please name the Health Department [local,county,or state],and provide the site-
inspection date [attach Health Department's judgement letter, if available]: Mitchell
County Health Department,2/8/22 Leslie McKinney, REHS
If previously permitted[local,county,or state],provide permit number and date issued [attach
copy, if available]: .
9. Check all PROPOSED new system components
❑ Septic tank ❑ Dosing tank ® UV disinfection:
7 Primary sand filter ❑ Secondary sand filter ❑ Recirculating sand filter(s)
Chlorination ❑ Dechlorination ® Other components: AquaSafe PreTreat Unit
n Self-Contained POD system [describe]
( j Post Aeration(speck type)
❑ Proposed Modifications to Existing Treatment System-Explain in detail the nature of the
modification.Attach all site maps,plans and specifications,signed by an NC Certified Engineer.
If prepared by others,plans must conform to 15A NCAC 02H .0139.
Click here to enter text.
Proposed New Treatment System for Surface Discharge (not constructed) -Attach all site
maps, plans and specifications, to be signed by an NC Certified Engineer. If prepared by
others,plans must conform to 15A NCAC 02H.0139..
The existing Septic Tank will be utilized in front of a new Pretreat Tank(AquaSafe)with a UV light.
Expanding Flow?-Do you propose to increase permitted or existing flow? ❑Yes ® No
Provide details of the Proposed NEW Discharge [Flow and Source Water]:
® Check if same as 6. (Flow Report included in Submittal Book)
Existing: Amount of wastewater currently discharged: Number of bedrooms x 120
gallons per bedroom= gallons per day to be permitted(design flow)
Expanding: Amount of wastewater proposed to be discharged:Number of bedrooms x
120 gallons per bedroom= gallons per day to be permitted(design flow
10. Evaluate Alternatives to Discharge to Waters of the State.Please address the feasibility of
discharge alternatives as instructed in the NCDEQ Engineering Alternatives Analysis(EAA)
Guidance Document found here. (Note:Evaluation for endangered species is not required.)
There is an EAA Section in the submittal book with all of these reports.
a) Connection to an Existing Wastewater Treatment System-Provide the distance
to the nearest connection,such as a regional or municipal sewer system, and the
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Application for Certificate of Coverage (COC) and/or Authorization to Construct (ATC)
under General-Permit NCG550000
estimated cost per foot to connect including fees. (in submittal book)
b) Land Application—Assess the land application disposal alternatives such as spray
irrigation,drip irrigation,individual/community onsite subsurface systems, and/or
innovative ground-absorption. Questions to consider: (in submittal book)
(1) Are on-site soils suitable for land application? Yes ❑ No EI
(2) Is there sufficient area on-site? Yes 0 No
c) Wastewater Reuse—Evaluate reusing all or a portion of the wastewater
generated, such as for golf course irrigation,crop irrigation(e.g.,hardwood or
pine plantation,grasses),athletic field irrigation,landscape uses,and/or
commercial/industrial uses. (in submittal book)
d) On-Site Soil Evaluation—Submit an evaluation of the soils on-site,
documented by a certified report from a NC Professional Soil Scientist,or by
your local or county health department report(if available). (in submittal book)
e) Cost of Alternatives—Provide an estimation of the cost of each discharge
alternative or combination of alternatives. (in submittal book)
11. Provide Regional Information: Please provide the following information. If you need assistance in
obtaining this information,please contact your local DEQ regional office.
a) Stream Classification-Verify the stream classification for the nearest downgradient named
waterbody. The NC Surface Water Classification map can be found by clicking here.
Classification: C;Tr
b) Is it a High-Quality Water?If so,check if it is by defmition or by designation?In order to check
this,ask the Planning Unit.
No.
c) Map-Provide a map locating the nearest downstream waters-of-the-State(i.e.where the effluent
reaches an unnamed tributary,creek,stream,river,or lake via any surface-water conveyance).
Part of Submittal Package
d) Site Evaluation-Contact DEQ's local Regional Office for a site evaluation to confirm the
proposed discharge flow path to the nearest waters-of-the-State. The wastewater/stream
confluence and stream class must be verified in the field by DEQ's Regional Staff. Please list the
Regional Office staff member you contacted for the inspection.
Mikal Wilmer Cell: 828-989-9695 Office: 828-296-4686
[e-mail] (Package sent by email as a pdf)
e) Flow Path-Display graphically the flow path of the discharge to the nearest surface Waters of
the State. Document any potential hydrologic trespass or right-of-way infringement on any
neighboring property(i.e.note all properties encountered prior to reaching waters-of-the-State).
Part of Submittal Package (Flow Path is shown on plans;Creek was surveyed and is on property
Plans are attached and in submittal book)
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' f) 7010/3002 Estimate-Contact USES J. Curtis Weaver(919-571-4043)to provide the estimated
7Q10 and 30Q2 stream-flow estimates for the first downstream point-of-contact with waters-
of-the-State. Report is included in Submittal Book)
11. Certificates of Coverage/Notices of Intent to Discharge/Authorizations to Construct-Check ALL of
the following information has been provided. Incomplete Applications will be returned.
® An original letter[two(2)copies] requesting coverage under NCG550000.
® This application[two(2)copies].Your signature on this application,certifies that you are legally_
responsible for the proposed treatment system(see page 6 of 6)for the COC/NOI/ATC.
® A check or money order for$60.00 permit fee made payable to NCDEQ.
12. Additional Application Requirements
a) Narrative Description of the treatment system. This narrative should present treatment components
in order of flow-influent to outfall,including anti-erosion structures and sample-port location(s).
(An Engineers Summary Report is included in the Submittal Book)
b) Final Plans and Specifications for a wastewater treatment system shall be signed by a North
Carolina-registered Professional Engineer, or if prepared by others,must conform to 15A NCAC
02H .0139. All documents are to be stamped"Final Design-Not Released for Construction."
Submittal shall include a site map showing the proposed outfall and the effluent proposed path to
surface waters-of-the-State. (see Item 1 for location verification by DWR Regional Office staff)
Sealed Engineering Plans are included separately and and in the submittal Book)
c) Submittals by a Consulting Engineer or Engineering Firm shall include:
1. A copy of your written authorization to represent,signed by the legal
permit Applicant; and Attached separately and included in the submittal book
2. Upon completion of proposed work,a signed copy of DWRs Engineer's
Certification form attesting that the project was completed in accord
with the DWR approved COC/ATC,as issued.
Engineer is contracted to perform this service.
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete,�uA and accurate.
h Printed Name of Person Signing: ^`Q2r Lt)V1tYy
Title: E'eat+itt Th Ct'l MC"-
(Please review 15A NCAC 02H.0106(e)for definition of authorized signing officials)
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Application for Certificate of Coverage (COC) and/or Authorization to Construct (ATC)
under General-Permit NCG550000
NOTE: Treatment System Maintenance is Required-Upon receiving a Certificate of
Coverage/Authorization to Construct(COC/ATC),the Division recommends that the Permittee solicit
manufacturer-certified training,or solicit a qualified contractor or service to regularly inspect and
maintain this treatment system.The Permittee is responsible under this COC/ATC to maintain all
components of the approved treatment system,designed to meet Surface Water Quality Standards [see
attached Operation and Maintenance Agreement].
Compliance duties include:
• paying your annual fee [due on the anniversary of COC/ATC effective date],
• following the manufacturer's guidelines,
• conducting and documenting inspections, in compliance with General Permit NCG550000,
• establishing sources for OEM spare parts and supplies,
• taking discharge samples for analysis,and logging the results,
• making necessary repairs,documenting said maintenance in logs, and
• keeping logs onsite for the life of the permit,available for DWR inspection.
North Carolina General Statute& 143-215.6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation,or certification in any application,record,
report,plan,or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested
case under this Article; or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or
monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission
implementing this Article,shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten
thousand dollars($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more
than 5 years,or both,for a similar offense.
Application must be accompanied by a check or money order for$60.00
made payable to:
NCDEQ
• • • • •
Mail this application and one copy of the entire package (with check) to:
NCDEQ/DWR/NPDES
Attention: John Hennessy, Supervisor
Compliance and Expedited Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: John Hennessy
Note: Submission of this document insures DWR's consideration, but does not
guarantee issuance of a Certificate of Coverage/Authorization to Construct.
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone: [phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS (for all submittal)
General Submittal Information
1. Cover Sheet
2. Table of Contents
3. MCAR—Owner Authorization Letter
4. MCAR-Request Permit Letter
5. Engineer's Project Summary
6. Engineer Design Flow Report
7. Health Department Site Report(Denial)
8. NC.DWR—Permit Application General Permit
9. Copy of Check for Permit($60.00)
10. Lash Engineering as Authorized Designer(AquaSafe)
EAA/EPA
11. Table of Contents
12. EAA Summary
13. EAA Alternative"A" Public Sewer Availability
a. Email from Spruce Pine
14. EAA Alternative"B" Land Application Option
a. Alternative"B" Subsurface Evaluation
b. Alternative"B" Surface Evaluation
15. EAA Alternative"C"Wastewater Reuse Evaluation
16. Health Department Sub-Surface Denial Letter
17. EAA Alternative"D" Direct Discharge
18. EAA Summary Alternatives Report
19. NPDES Form 1
20. NPDES EPA Form 2a
Watershed & Additional Information
1. Table of Contents
2. NC Surface Water Classification Map
3. NC Surface Water Classification Report
4. NC Surface Water Classification Map2
5. NC Residential StreamStats Report with Watershed
6. Full FIRM Floodway Map
7. USGS Map NC_SprucePine_20220510_140040
8. Results of USGS Low Flow analysis
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9. Endangered Species Report
10. Endangered Species Report Fee
Operation & Maintenance
1. Table of Contents
2. Operator Checklist— Engineer Supplied for Direct Discharge
3. AquaSafe Brochure
4. AquaSafe Septic&Aerobic
5. AquaSafe Cut-Away
6. AquaSafe Operation & Maintenance
7. AquaSafe UV Installation & Maintenance
8. AquaSafe UV Light Letter
9. AS750 EZ with UV Post Aeration
10. UV-TUD Bulb Efficiency
Engineering Plans
1. Plan for Setbacks and variances
2. Engineering Plan for Construction
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
• 1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
August 8,2022
John Hennessey
NPDES Permitting Program
Division of Water Quality
Raleigh, NC. 27699-1617
Re: Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)Property,Mitchell County
Letter of Authorization
I have engaged Michael Lash,PE.with Lash Engineering,Inc. to assist me in preparing and
filing a National Pollution Discharge Elimination System application for the above captioned
existing single-family residence.
This letter will serve to certify that I have designated him as my authorized representative for this
_ application.
Very ly yours,
Amber Low iy
Executive Director
Office: 828-765-6952
Mailing: PO Box 308,Spruce Pine,NC 28777
Shelter: 2492 US Highway 19E,Spruce Pine,NC 28777
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Spay and Neuter is the best solution to pet over-population in Mitchell County.
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Matthews,NC 28105
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May 11,2022
John Hennessey
NPDES Permitting Program
Division of Water Quality
Raleigh,NC. 27699-1617
Mitchell County Animal Property Request for General Permit
This property is located near the town of Spruce Pine,NC off US Highway 19E in Mitchell
County. Their existing septic system has failed, and they do not have enough room on the
property for a proper drain field. The existing building cannot acquire public sewer. The land
on all sides is not available either for lack of space. The soil has been"turned down"by the
Health Department for any repairs and has requested the Owner to pursue a Direct Discharge
Permit. The Owner is requesting a General Permit(NCG550000)and"Authorization to
Construct" for a direct discharge system. The Watershed classification is Class"C,Tr".
If I can be of any further service,please do not hesitate to call.
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone: [phone]
m ikelaLashEngineering.com
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Project Summary for:
Mitchell County Animal Rescue (MCAR)
2492 US-19E, Spruce Pine
Mitchell County, N.C.
The project is located at 2492 US-19E, close to the town of Spruce Pine, NC. in
Mitchell County. It is an existing 1-bathroom building with an existing septic tank
and leaking disposal system. This lot is surrounded by mostly undeveloped
property. The building was built in 2005. The proposed discharge point is on the
property— so no easements will be required. This is shown on the plan. The
existing disposal system is not working. According to the Toe River Health
Department Permit, the existing disposal consists of a drain field in front of the
building. The Health Department made a soil's evaluation and turned down the
nearby soils for a subsurface repair system due to lack of space. The owner agreed
to investigate a possible easement for a system, but the owner of the neighboring
land did not agree to sell. The Health Department then recommended investigating
a direct discharge permit. The Health Department report is included in this
application.
A direct discharge system for the wastewater effluent was proposed because of the
lack of adequate available soils either on or nearby. The Watershed Classification
for this area is "C-Tr", within the unnamed tributary of the English Creek
watershed. The watershed is 0.13 sq.mi. and has been reviewed by the USGS.
The system will consist of crushing the existing 1,000-gal septic tank, adding a
new Aqua-Safe PreTreat unit, and an Ultraviolet disinfection unit outside the
Aqua-Safe unit to sterilize the effluent before it is discharged into the creek. The
system will operate by gravity. There is no need for a pump.
The TS II treatment will be facilitated by a new Aqua-Safe Model AS750 EZ TOP
unit with an Ultraviolet disinfection unit as the last step to sterilize the effluent
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before it is discharged into the creek. The Aqua-Safe Treatment system has the
Onsite Water Protection Section Approval numbers RWTS-83 & 87 and can be
supplied in fiberglass. The proposed system will be designed for a total flow of
650 gallons per day. This Aqua-Safe facility typically treats residential effluent to
close to single digits so acquiring the States requirements of 20, 20, 20 should be
easilyfacilitated. The AquaSafe unit is at the house with agrade change of about
q
12' to the discharge location at the creek so a pump should not be necessary. The
system will be able to function by gravity. A 4" Sch.40 PVC Discharge Line with
a few cleanouts (for directional changes) are proposed to assist with alignment,
,
cleaning and maintenance. The head losses of the effluent passing through the UV
light are very minor (negligible) as it works with gravity flow. Should the UV
light fail to operate, a voltage signal is sent to the control panel and an alarm is
sounded.
The system utilizes an Aqua-Safe Control Panel that has been designed to work for
these units. The panel is housed within a NEMA 4X enclosure that is setup for the
agitator and internal monitoring of the system. The processor constantly evaluates
the water usage and meters out the effluent discharge to the disposal area at the
appropriate interval to assure proper effluent treatment.
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Mitchell County Animal Rescue (MCAR)
2492 US Highway 19E, Spruce Pine, NC
Wastewater Flow Summary
MCAR is a county run facility for animals that need to be rescued,cared for or rehomed. They
are located in the foothills off Highway#19E, a few miles west of Spruce Pines. It consists of a two
acre site that is surrounded on 3 sides with existing creeks. The facility is open to the public during
the week but does not receive heavy public traffic. On weekends,the facility is run by attendants as
care is provided to the animals. The existing building is limited to 1 bathroom for the employees and
the public and appears to have been constructed in 2005.
MCAR did a review of their flow for a few months. The following is a summary of those results:
The meter was measuring cu.ft.of water and was converted to gallons. Over the review period,the
facility consumed approximately 500 gpd with a maximum of 700 gpd. The proposed wastewater
Direct Discharge facility is to accommodate these facilities. The system is mainly grey water
(washing, sink, laundry). The restroom is the main source of BOD with washing facilities as a minor
source. This wastewater project is to replace the existing failed septic tank system.
The following is an attempt at codifying the allocation of wastewater according to the state rules:
Design Flow
Design Flow:
25 gpd per employee for approximately 10 employees throughout the day: 25 x 10=250gpd.
add 20gpdper commercial washingmachineper cycle with 6 cycles/day: 20 x 6= 120 d.
YgP
add 5 gpd for each public use of restroom @ 6 times per day: 5 x 6= 30gpd.
add lOg per animal washing @ 10 animals(max): 10 x 10= 100gpd.
Total Design Flow for wastewater is: 500gpd
Conclusion:
With an actual flow rate of approximately 500 gpd as measured by the water meter a design flow is
approximately 30%additional flow. 500gpd x 130%=650 gpd. Flow Equalization is not required
as this flow occurs consistently throughout the day.
With a lack of guidance of design flow from the County Permit and by a measure of the existing
facility current usage; a Design Flow of 650 gpd will be used.
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.`TOE FtiVtR`H At1`Htb±STRICT Afti-
4iiiii ° Avery, Mitchell, & Yancey County 1V .1;
Health Departments North Carolina
Public Health
Diane Creek, MSW Charles Baker, MD & Frank Craig, MD Marvin Walker, OD
Health Director Medical Directors Chair, Board of Health
03/10/2022
Re: Application for a repair permit for Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Owner: Amber Lowery,Director of Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Dear Ms.Lowery,
The Mitchell County Health Department,Environmental Health Division on 02/08/2022 evaluated the above
referenced property at the site designated on the plat/site plan that accompanied your repair application. The
evaluation was done in accordance with the laws and rules governing wastewater systems in NC General Statute
130A-333 including related statutes and Title 15A,Subchapter 18A,of the NC Administrative Code,Rule.1900 and
related rules.
Based on the criteria set out in Title 15A,Subchapter 18A,of the NC Administrative Code,Rule.1940 through.1948,
the evaluation indicated that the site is UNSUITABLE for a sanitary system of sewage treatment and disposal.
Therefore,we must deny your request for a repair permit. The site is unsuitable based on the following:
Unsuitable soil topography and/or landscape position(Rule.1940)
Unsuitable soil characteristics(structure or clay mineralogy)(Rule.1941)
Unsuitable soil wetness condition(Rule.1942)
Unsuitable soil depth(Rule.1943)
Presence of restrictive horizon (Rule.1944)
_X__ Insufficient space for septic system and repair area(Rule.1945)
X Unsuitable for meeting required setbacks(Rule.1950)
X Other(Rule.1957): Fill material present.
These severe soil or site limitations could cause premature system failure,leading to the discharge of untreated
sewage on the ground surface,into surface waters,directly to ground water or inside your structure.
The site evaluation included consideration of possible site modifications,as well as use of modified,innovative,or
alternative systems. However,the Health Department has determined that none of the above options will overcome
the severe conditions on this site. A possible option might be a system designed to dispose of sewage to another area
of suitable soil or off-site to additional property.
For the reasons set out above,the property is currently classified UNSUITABLE,and no repair permit shall he issued
for this site in accordance with Rule.1948(c).
Note that a site classified as UNSUITABLE may be classified as PROVISIONALLY SUITABLE if written documentation is
provided that meets the requirements of Rule.1948(d). A copy of this rule is enclosed. You may hire a consultant to
assist you if you wish to try to develop a plan under which your site could be reclassified as PROVISIONALLY
SUITABLE.
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' TOE RIVER HEALTH DISTRICT
Avery, Mitchell, &Yancey County NCB',{
Health Departments North Carolina
Pulthc Heath
Diane Creek, MSW Charles Baker, MD&Frank Craig, MD Marvin Walker, OD
Health Director Medical Directors Chair, Board of Health
You have a right to an informal review of this decision. You may request an informal review by the soil scientist or
environmental health supervisor at the local health department. You may also request an information review by the
NC Department of Health and Human Services regional soil scientist. A request for informal review must be made in
writing to the local health department
You also have a right to a formal appeal of this decision. To pursue a formal appeal,you must file a petition for a
contested case hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings,6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-6714.
To get a copy of a petition form,you may write the Office of Administrative Hearings or call the office at(919)431-
3000 or download it from the OAH wet site at Jftt:p://www.ncoah.com/forms.html. The petition for a contested case
hearing must be filed in accordance with the provision of NC General Statutes 130A-24 and 1SOB-23 and all other
applicable provisions of Chapter 1SOB. NC General Statute 130A-335(g)provides that your hearing would be held in
the county where your property is located.
Please note: If you wish to pursue a formal appeal,you must file the petition form with the Office of Administrative
Hearings WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF THIS LETTER, The date of this letter is 03/10/2022. Meeting the 30
day deadline is critical to your formal appeal.
If you file a petition for a contested case hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings,you are required by law
(NC General Statute 150B-23)to serve a copy of your petition on the Office of General Counsel,NC Department of
Health and Human Services,2001 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C.27699-2001.
Do not serve the petition on your local health department Sending a copy of your petition to the local health
department will not satisfy the legal requirement in NC General Statute 150B-23 that you send a copy to the Office of
General Counsel,NC Department of Health and Human Services.
You may call or write the local health department if you need any additional information or assistance.
Sincerely,
LCA6c" raic PAo ,d
Leslie McKinney, REHS
Mitchell County Health Department
Enclosures: Site Evaluation
Copy of Rule.1942 and.1943
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ROY COOPER•Governor
NC DEPARTMENT OF KODY H.KINSLEY•Secretary
HEALTH A N
f HUMAN SERVICES HELEN WOLSTENHOLME•Interim Deputy Secretary for Health
MARK T.BENTON•Assistant Secretary for Public Health
Division of Public Health
February 22, 2022
Mrs. Amy Herron
Environmental Health Supervisor
130 Forest Service Dr.
Suite D
Bakersville, NC 28705
Subject: Repair of subsurface treatment and disposal system.
Owner: Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Address: PO Box 308 Spruce Pine,NC 28777, 2492 US 19 E HWY
Parcel Number: 0789-00-18-1466
Size: 2 total acres
Ms. Herron:
On February 8,2022, I performed a soil and site evaluation of the aforementioned property. Also,
present was Leslie McKinney. This evaluation was done to determine its suitability for a repair
of the subsurface treatment and disposal system for the existing facility. An on-site well serves
as the water supply for the residence.
The existing subsurface system is malfunctioning surfacing over and below the drainfield. The
property was evaluated in accordance with the North Carolina Laws and Rules for Sewage
Treatment and Disposal Systems, 15A NCAC 18A .1900. Listed below are the results of the
evaluation and recommendations for the site. Please share this report with the applicant/property
owner.
The most limiting site factors encountered are listed below:
• Available Space (Rule .1945)- insufficient space on the property with soils that can be
classified as suitable or provisionally suitable(i.e. usable/modifiable soils) for the repair
of the ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system. Availa
ble space on this
site was limited by:
o a five (5) foot horizontal separation distance to any property line.
o a fifty (50) foot horizontal separation distance to creek, springs and surface water.
o a hundred(100)foot horizontal separation distance to the water supply.
o a five (5) foot horizontal separation distance to any footer.
o a ten(10) foot horizontal separation distance to any water line.
o the driveway(s) and road rights-of-way.
NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES • DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH
LOCATION:5605 Six Forks Road,Raleigh,NC 27609
MAILING ADDRESS:1642 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-1642
www.ncdhhs.gov • TEL:[phone] • FAX:[phone]
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

• Fill material (Rule .1957(b)(2))
Site Classification
The site is NONREPAIRABLE and any modification would not reasonably enable a system to
function properly, Rule 15A NCAC 18A .1961(1). This is due to the site being UNSUITABLE
for installation of a subsurface treatment and disposal system based on the above referenced
soil/site limitations.
Recommendations
The owner and applicant have the following options that might allow the use of this property as
desired:
1. The applicant may purchase other suitable or provisionally suitable property to place the
ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system on.
2. The applicant may obtain an easement on a suitable or provisionally suitable property to
place the ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system on.
3. The applicant/owner may apply for and receive a permit for permanent Pump and Haul
from our Department under Rule .1961, to an approved NCDEQ facility.
4. The Division of Water Resources, NC Dept. Environment Quality (NCDEQ) in Raleigh,
North Carolina may be contacted at(919) 791-4200 or your Asheville Regional office at
[phone] to pursue options available through that department.
5. A ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system can be pursued under Rule
.1948(d). Written documentation, including engineering, hydro-geologic, geologic or soil
studies, shall indicate that the proposed system can be expected to function satisfactorily.
The substantiating data shall indicate that:
1. A ground absorption system can be installed so that the effluent will be non-
pathogenic,non-infectious, non-toxic, and non-hazardous;
2. The effluent will not contaminate groundwater or surface water; and
3. The effluent will not be exposed on the ground surface or be discharged to surface
waters where it could come in contact with people, animals, or vectors.
If you have any questions or if I can be of assistance,contact me at 828-764-5076, E-mail at
alan.mckinney(c dhhs.nc.gov, or PO Box 1972, Boone, NC 28607.
Sincerely,
Alan McKinney
Regional Soil Scientist
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National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System FOR AGENCY USE ONLY
(NPDES)
Division of Water Resources Date Received
Application for SURFACE DISCHARGE Year Month Day
Environmental Certificate of Coverage(COC)Under
Quality
General Permit NCG550000 Certificate of Coverage(COC)
For Single-Family Residences and Similar Discharges N C G 5 5
100%-domestic wastewater-< 1,000 gallons per day Check# Amount
The Mitchell County Animal Rescue effluent is similar to a residential
wastewater effluent. The facility has 1 bathroom for the employees
and a commerical washing machine. The existing county wastewater Assigned to:
permit could not be retrieved. The existing system appears to be
constructed around 650 gpd.
The Division of Water Resources will not accept an application package unless all instructions are followed.
Failure to submit all required items may result in the application being returned. For more information, visit
the Water Quality Permitting Section's NPDES Permitting Unit website. (Press TAB to navigate form)
1. Regional Office Contact: Please contact your DWR Regional Office before submitting this
application.If you have not met with your appropriate DWR Regional Office Representative,the
application will be returned.
Please list the DWR Regional Office representative(s)with whom you have discussed this project:
Name(s): Date: Click here to enter a date.
2. Owner's Contact Information:
Applicant Type: ❑Individual Z Corporation ❑Partnership
Owner Name and Title: Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)
Click here to enter text.
Street Address: 2492 US Highway 19E
City: Spruce Pine State: NC Zip:28777-
Telephone#(H): 828-765-6954 Telephone#(W):
Cell/Mobile#: Email:[e-mail]
3. Location of Facility Producing the Discharge: Please list the address of the facility.If facility is not yet
constructed,give street address or lot number.
Street Address: Address is same as listed under owner
City: State: Zip: -
County:
Telephone#: Cell/Mobile#:
Website: www.mitchellcountyanimalrescue.org
4. Site-Location Narrative:
Please describe how to get to the facility from the nearest town,major highway or identifiable roadway
intersection(use street names,state road numbers, and/or distances and directions).
Leaving the town of Spruce Pine to the west,follow US Highway 19E for a couple of minutes.MCAR
is the next immediate left after Fabrics in the Fray quilt shop.
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under General-Permit NCG550000
5. Describe the nature of the project. ["New"means has not yet been physically constructed, "existing"
means system already physically exists. Please see 15A NCAC 02H .0103(11) for further clarification].
❑ Installation of a New Wastewater Treatment System(If yes, skip to Number 9.)
❑ Expansion of an Existing Wastewater Treatment System(for example,adding bedrooms) (If yes,
skip to Number 9.)
® Replacement of an Existing Wastewater Treatment System(If yes,go to Number 6.)
6. Describe the Existing Wastewater Treatment System:
® Conventional Septic Tank/Leach-field—Discharge to Sub-Surface Soils. If previously permitted,
please attach a copy of the permit or enter the permit number
If you are not aware of an existing permit, check here.
❑ Sandfilter—Discharge to Surface Waters [or other,as defined 15A NCAC 02H.0103(11)]. If
previously permitted,please attach a copy of the permit or enter the permit number
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. ❑
❑ Filter Media System (Pod System)—Discharge to Surface Waters [or other, as defined 15A NCAC
02H.0103(11)]. If previously permitted,please attach a copy of the permit or the permit number.
If you are not aware of an existing permit,check here. ❑
❑ Other
❑ Check here if submitting proposal for a new system or if no treatment system exists.
7. Check all EXISTING wastewater treatment components:
® Septic tank n Dosing tank ❑ UV disinfection
❑ Primary sand filter ❑ Secondary sand filter ❑ Recirculating sand filter(s)
❑ Chlorination ❑ Dechlorination ❑ Other components:
❑ Self-Contained POD system [describe]
® Leach Field
❑ Post Aeration (specify type)
8. Provide Details of Single-Family Residence(SFR)or Similar Facility:
a) Type of facility: Existing animal rescue with one bathroom and a commercial washing machine.
❑Residential ®Commercial
❑Other:
b) Amount of wastewater discharged:
- Residential:Number of bedrooms x 120 gallons per bedroom=
gallons per day(flow)
- Commercial: How many employees?(25 gpd/person)
650 total gpd.
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c) Is your existing treatment system failing? Yes ® No ❑
d) Has the Health Department formally condemned your existing system
"unsuitable for repair?" Yes ® No ❑
If yes, please name the Health Department[local,county, or state],and provide the site-
inspection date [attach Health Department's judgement letter, if available]: Mitchell County
Health Department,2/8/22 Click here to enter a date.
If previously permitted [local,county, or state],provide permit number and date issued[attach
copy, if available]: Click here to enter text.
9. Check all PROPOSED new system components
❑ Septic tank ❑ Dosing tank ® UV disinfection:
❑ Primary sand filter ❑ Secondary sand filter ❑ Recirculating sand filter(s)
❑ Chlorination ❑ Dechlorination ® Other components: AquaSafe PreTreat Unit
❑ Self-Contained POD system [describe]
❑ Post Aeration (specify type)
❑ Proposed Modifications to Existing Treatment System- Explain in detail the nature of the
modification. Attach all site maps,plans and specifications, signed by an NC Certified Engineer.
If prepared by others,plans must conform to 15A NCAC 02H .0139.
Click here to enter text.
® Proposed New Treatment System for Surface Discharge(not constructed)-Attach all site maps,
plans and specifications,to be signed by an NC Certified Engineer. If prepared by others, plans
must conform to 15A NCAC 02H .0139.
Click here to enter text.
Expanding Flow?-Do you propose to increase permitted or existing flow? ❑ Yes ® No
Provide details of the Proposed NEW Discharge [Flow and Source Water]:
❑ Check if same as 6.
Existing: Amount of wastewater currently discharged: Number of bedrooms x 120
gallons per bedroom= gallons per day to be permitted(design flow)
Expanding: Amount of wastewater proposed to be discharged:Number of bedrooms x
120 gallons per bedroom= gallons per day to be permitted(design flow
10. Evaluate Alternatives to Discharge to Waters of the State. Please address the feasibility of
discharge alternatives as instructed in the NCDEQ Engineering Alternatives Analysis(EAA)
Guidance Document found here. (Note: Evaluation for endangered species is not required.)
a) Connection to an Existing Wastewater Treatment System- Provide the distance
to the nearest connection,such as a regional or municipal sewer system, and the
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estimated cost per foot to connect including fees. This is part of submittal
package.
b) Land Application—Assess the land application disposal alternatives such as spray
irrigation,drip irrigation,individual/community onsite subsurface systems, and/or
innovative ground-absorption. Questions to consider:
(1) Are on-site soils suitable for land application? Yes ❑ No
(2) Is there sufficient area on-site? Yes ❑ No
c) Wastewater Reuse—Evaluate reusing all or a portion of the wastewater
generated,such as for golf course irrigation,crop irrigation(e.g.,hardwood or
pine plantation,grasses),athletic field irrigation,landscape uses,and/or
commercial/industrial uses.
d) On-Site Soil Evaluation—Submit an evaluation of the soils on-site,
documented by a certified report from a NC Professional Soil Scientist,or by
your local or county health department report(if available).Click here to enter
text.
e) Cost of Alternatives—Provide an estimation of the cost of each discharge
alternative or combination of alternatives.Included in submittal package along
with b-d.
11. Provide Regional Information: Please provide the following information.If you need assistance in
obtaining this information,please contact your local DEQ regional office.
a) Stream Classification-Verify the stream classification for the nearest downgradient named
waterbody. The NC Surface Water Classification map can be found by clicking here.
Classification: C;Tr
b) Is it a High-Quality Water?If so,check if it is by definition or by designation?In order to check
this,ask the Planning Unit.
No.
c) Map-Provide a map locating the nearest downstream waters-of-the-State(i.e.where the effluent
reaches an unnamed tributary,creek,stream,river,or lake via any surface-water conveyance).
Part of Submittal Package
d) Site Evaluation-Contact DEQ's local Regional Office for a site evaluation to confirm the
proposed discharge flow path to the nearest waters-of-the-State. The wastewater/stream
confluence and stream class must be verified in the field by DEQ's Regional Staff. Please list the
Regional Office staff member you contacted for the inspection. Click here to enter text.
Mikal Wilmer Cell: 828-989-9695 Office:828-296-4686
[e-mail]
e) Flow Path-Display graphically the flow path of the discharge to the nearest surface Waters of
the State. Document any potential hydrologic trespass or right-of-way infringement on any
neighboring property(i.e.note all properties encountered prior to reaching waters-of-the-State).
Part of Submittal Package
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•
f) 7Q10/30Q2 Estimate-Contact USGS J.Curtis Weaver(919-571-4043)to provide the estimated
7Q10 and 30Q2 stream-flow estimates for the first downstream point-of-contact with waters-
of-the-State. Report is included in Submittal Book)
11. Certificates of Coverage/Notices of Intent to Discharge/Authorizations to Construct-Check ALL of
the following information has been provided. Incomplete Applications will be returned.
® An original letter[two(2)copies]requesting coverage under NCG550000.
® This application[two(2)copies].Your signature on this application,certifies that you are legally
responsible for the proposed treatment system(see page 6 of 6)for the COC/NOI/ATC.
® A check or money order for$60.00 permit fee made payable to NCDEQ.
12. Additional Application Requirements
a) Narrative Description of the treatment system.This narrative should present treatment components
in order of flow—influent to outfall,including anti-erosion structures and sample-port location(s).
(An Engineers Summary Report is included in the Submittal Book)
b) Final Plans and Specifications for a wastewater treatment system shall be signed by a North
Carolina-registered Professional Engineer,or if prepared by others,must conform to 15A NCAC
02H .0139. All documents are to be stamped"Final Design-Not Released for Construction."
Submittal shall include a site map showing the proposed outfall and the effluent proposed path to
surface waters-of-the-State.(see Item I for location verification by DWR Regional Office staff)
Sealed Engineering Plans are included separately and and in the submittal Book)
c) Submittals by a Consulting Engineer or Engineering Firm shall include:
1. A copy of your written authorization to represent,signed by the legal
• permit Applicant;and Attached separately and included in the submittal book
2. Upon completion of proposed work,a signed copy of DWRs Engineer's
Certification form attesting that the project was completed in accord
with the DWR approved COC/ATC,as issued.
Engineer r i s contracted perform this service.
g co aced to pe o
CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true,complete,and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: ) rv4QQX Lomtry
Title: Eytcwf1 't vii-ecto'l MCAT-I -
(Please eview 15A NCAC 02H.0106(e)for definition of authorized signing officials)
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under General-Permit NCG550000
NOTE: Treatment System Maintenance is Required- Upon receiving a Certificate of
Coverage/Authorization to Construct(COC/ATC),the Division recommends that the Permittee solicit
manufacturer-certified training,or solicit a qualified contractor or service to regularly inspect and
maintain this treatment system. The Permittee is responsible under this COC/ATC to maintain all
components of the approved treatment system,designed to meet Surface Water Quality Standards [see
attached Operation and Maintenance Agreement].
Compliance duties include:
• paying your annual fee [due on the anniversary of COC/ATC effective date],
• following the manufacturer's guidelines,
• conducting and documenting inspections,in compliance with General Permit NCG550000,
• establishing sources for OEM spare parts and supplies,
• taking discharge samples for analysis,and logging the results,
• making necessary repairs,documenting said maintenance in logs,and
• keeping logs onsite for the life of the permit, available for DWR inspection.
North Carolina General Statute& 143-215.6B provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation,or certification in any application,record,
report,plan,or other document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this
Article; or who knowingly makes a false statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested
case under this Article; or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or
monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the Commission
implementing this Article,shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed ten
thousand dollars($10,000). 18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or imprisonment not more
than 5 years,or both,for a similar offense.
Application must be accompanied by a check or money order for$60.00
made payable to:
NCDEQ
• • • • •
Mail this application and one copy of the entire package (with check) to:
NCDEQ/DWR/NPDES
Attention: John Hennessy, Supervisor
Compliance and Expedited Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
Attn: John Hennessy
Note: Submission of this document insures DWR's consideration, but does not
guarantee issuance of a Certificate of Coverage/Authorization to Construct.
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1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone: [phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EAA/EPA
1. Table of Contents
2. EAA Summary
3. EAA Alternative"A" Public Sewer Availability
a. Email from Spruce Pine
4. EAA Alternative"B" Land Application Option
a. Alternative"B" Subsurface Evaluation
b. Alternative"B"Surface Evaluation
5. EAA Alternative"C"Wastewater Reuse Evaluation
6. Health Department Sub-Surface Denial Letter
7. EAA Alternative"D" Direct Discharge
8. EAA Summary Alternatives Report
9. NPDES Form 1
10. NPDES EPA Form 2a
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A A AI called yesterday about the Spruce Pine sewer maps. Just to
▪ clarify. I'm working with Lash Engineering to submit a permit application
for a DirectDischarge permit for Mitchell County Animal Rescue to the
▪ State. We havebeen in close contact with the NC.DWR (in Raleigh). Part of
>the application requests us to explore thepossibility of public sewer. We
> need to show on a map where the available public sewer is located - even
if itis very far away. I need to include this analysis in my report.A I
> really only need two things: the first is a map that shows the available
> sewer that is closest to the property(even if ita€TMs far away). The second
Hide original message
> thing can be written in the reply email and that is that there is
>currently nosewer available at the site and that there are currently no
> plans for an extension_ I know you said the map was only accessible from
>your office, so if its not possible to include a scan of the map. could
> you state why we can't include the map in in your response email? If you
> have any other questions, I am more than happy to answer them
>Thank you for your time.A A A AA A A AA A A AA A A AA
A A Eli
Good morning Eli_After looking at our sewer plans. where you are located
there is no city sewer nor water and there are no plans of further
expansion in that direction. Hope this helps, Richard McDonald
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone: [phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Engineering Alternatives Analysis (EAA)
Facility Name: Wastewater Facility for Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)
for Non-Municipal Applicant
2492 Hwy 19E Spruce Pine,NC 28777
Alternative B; Land Applications - Subsurface
The land around the site is occupied by existing owners. The properties with homes were
built in the 70's and have no available land with good soils for repair. Each of the
adjacent homeowners have their own existing sewer systems. There is no other available
land onsite for subsurface (or surface drip).
There are no golf course type businesses that could use a treated effluent for irrigation or
something similar.
Unfortunately, none of the Soil onsite or nearby is available.
However, should land become available,the following would apply:
Similar land in this area sells for approximately $13,000 per acre. Access to the property
would need to be by current road rights-of-way. The closest land to the lot is
approximately 750' away. Per aerial photography an area of land in a nearby lot was at a
reasonable slope for a disposal area.
The same wastewater treatment system would be utilized at the house with the same
design for collection and treatment. The effluent from the treatment process would then
need to be pumped to the available site approximately 750 feet away.
The existing soils on the property (four) and adjacent land according to the U.S. Dept of
Agriculture and the associated Soils Maps, are Ap, Btl, Bt2, and BC on a footslope
ranging from 12-16%. These mountain soils are well drained with high permeability, but
have stones in various sizes dispersed throughout them. Seeps and springs cause excess
wetness which interferes with the absorption of the effluent.
These soil types have already been analyzed for use in absorption fields. LTAR's would
be around .65, in these Classification Groups in order to spread the effluent over a larger
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area. Therefore,using an assumed LTAR of"0.65",The 650 gpd disposal requirement
would require 650/0.65 = 1,000 sf. of disposal area. Also,need an equivalent Repair
Area=> 1,000 x 2=2,000 sf or 0.05 acres. Utilizing setbacks and required land
geometry to install the drip tubing on contour the required land for disposal would be
approximately 0.20 acres.
Additional Costs for such a system above what would be required for the Direct
Discharge are summarized below:
Additional Equipment at House (over what is required for the Direct Discharge):
Pump Tank= 1,750-gal tank(for a couple days storage)
1,750g tank+pump, floats, control panel, etc. = $6,500
Distribution System:
1. 2"Force Main to get effluent to disposal site which would be offsite.
Using 750 feet of 2"PVC Force Main @$35/ft= $26,250
2. Asphalt Repair(100' x 1')=> 100sf. of asphalt paving @$20/sf= $2,000
Disposal/Nitrification Field would utilize a drip system disposal and an associated
Headworks unit.
Headworks Unit @ $2,500 each plus $1,500 in appurtenances= $16,500
1,000sf of area would require 500 ft. of drip tubing @$3.20/ft= $ 1,600
Land Acquisition:
0.20 acres of land @ $13,000/ac= $2,600
Access Road=30' @$150/ft. = $4,500
Total Rough Costs for initial installation => $59,950
Present Value Cost Analysis:
PV = Co + C[(l+r)n-1 / r(1+r)"]
PV=Present Value of Costs
Co=Costs occurred in Present Year. $59,950(installation costs)
C=reoccurring annual costs Annual Inspections: $600
Sample Collection: $100
Tank Pump Out: $100
Lab Work: $100
Pump Replacement: $300
Drip Tubing Repair: $200
Access Road Repair: $200
Total outlay of funds per yr. =$1400
t= time in years.(t=0 is the first year)
n=Ending year of the Facility(use 20 years)
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r=current EPA discount rate(this value could be determined by the website provided or
Google search)therefore,we used the value from the example of 5.625%
PV=$59,950+$1,600[(1+0.05625)20-1 /0.05625(1+0.05625)20]
PV=$59,950+ 1,600[1.9877/0.1889]
PV=$59,950+ $1,600[10.520]
PV=$76,800
Comparatively,this cost is prohibitive as the land is worth$27,500.
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Engineering Alternatives Analysis (EAA)
Wastewater Facilityfor Mitchell CountyAnimal Rescue(MCAR)
Name: ( )
for Non-Municipal Applicant
2492 Hwy 19E Spruce Pine,NC 28777
Alternative B; Land Applications—Surface Drip or Spray
The land around the site is occupied by existing owners. The properties with homes were
built in the 70's and have no available land with good soils. Each of the adjacent owners
have their own existing sewer systems. There is no other available land onsite for surface
drip or spray.
There are no golf course type businesses that could use a treated effluent for irrigation or
something similar.
Unfortunately,none of the Soil onsite or nearby is available.
However, should land become available,the following would apply:
Typical reasons for utilizing a surface system are when a subsurface solution is not
available. These would include but not be limited to a high seasonal water table, less
than 18"of permeable earth,or the residual material is full of clays or impermeable
material.
Similar land in this area sells for approximately $13,000 per acre.Access to the property
would need to be by current road rights-of-way. The closest land to the lot is
approximately 750' away. Per aerial photography an area of land in a nearby lot was at a
reasonable slope for a disposal area.
The same wastewater treatment system would be utilized at the house with the same
design for collection and treatment. A pump tank would have to be added or a Septitech
type treatment system utilized that had a pump tank built into the system. The effluent
from the treatment process would then need to be pumped to the available site
approximately 750 feet away.
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The existing soils on the property(four) and adjacent land according to the U.S.Dept of
Agriculture and the associated Soils Maps,are Ap, Bt1, Bt2,and BC on a footslope
ranging from 12-16%. These mountain soils are well drained with high permeability,but
have stones in various sizes dispersed throughout them. Seeps and springs cause excess
wetness which interferes with the absorption of the effluent.
These soil types have already been analyzed for use in absorption fields. LTAR's would
be around .65, in these Classification Groups in order to spread the effluent over a larger
area. Therefore, using an assumed LTAR of"0.65", The 650 gpd disposal requirement
would require 650/0.65 = 1,000 sf. of disposal area. Also,need an equivalent Repair
Area=> 1,000 x 2=2,000 sf or 0.05 acres. Utilizing setbacks and required land
geometry to install the drip tubing on contour the required land for disposal would be
approximately half an acre.
Additional Costs for such a system -above what would be required for the Direct
Discharge are summarized below:
It would be an advantage to minimize the amount of land that would need to be acquired.
Surface Drip and Spray require wide setbacks to protect the adjacent property owners.
Spray systems require the most of the two. In order to minimize the amount of land
required for a surface system then the drip option would be utilized.
Land requirements for surface systems are sized based upon the use of a water balance.
Such a system calculates on an imaginary acre of land an estimation of the amount of
rainfall (input into the soil)and an associated amount of output being evaporation,plant
uptake and soil permeability. The difference between the two {outputs—the input
(assuming a positive number)} is the amount of effluent that the acre parcel of land can
receive. An assumption for the results of a water balance will be to choose a value that is
appropriate for the Ap Soil Type,which is a type of soil with a high seasonal water table
so the value is not a minimum but a midrange value. The amount of effluent from the
project is 650 gpd.
The amount of area required is approximately:
650 gals 365 days 12 in. 1 cf 1 yr. = 15,721 sf.
day yr. ft. 7.48-gals 24.21 in.
Tubing requirement for area is: 15,721 sf./(50"/12") spacing=3773 feet of drip tubing
This amount of drip tubing would require the standard residential Headworks unit. A
Repair area for a surface drip system is not required. The 15,721 sf of space is the
useable size for the disposal. Assuming a square, it would equate to a 126' x 126' area.
Applying the required 50' setbacks to property lines and needing a 25' work area on one
side equates to an area approximately 226' x 251' or 1.3 acres.
The system would need to be treated to TS II standards and further treated with chlorine
or UV Light for pathogens.
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Additional Costs for such a system above what would be required for the Direct
Discharge are summarized below:
Additional Equipment at House:
Pump Tank=4,000-gal tank(surface drip requires storage)
4,000g tank+pump, floats, control panel,etc. = $ 8,000
UV Light&Control Panel, Gauges, Sensors,Valving etc.= $18,000
Distribution System:
1. 2"Force Main to get effluent to disposal site which would be offsite.
Using 7501f. of 2"PVC Force Main @ $30/ft= $22,500
2. Asphalt Repair(100' x 1')_> 100sf. of asphalt paving @ $20/sf= $2,000
Disposal/Nitrification Field would utilize a drip system disposal and an associated
Headworks unit.
Headworks Unit @$2,500 plus$1,500 in appurtenances= $ 4,000
15721 sf. of area would require 3773 ft. of drip tubing @ $3.20/ft= $ 12,074
Land Acquisition:
1.3 acres of land @$13,000/ac= $ 16,900
Access Road=30' @ $150/ft. = $ 4,500
Shed&Equipment=>$5,000+ $1,000= $ 6,000
Total Rough Costs for initial installation=> $93,974
Present Value Cost Analysis:
PV = Co + C[(l+r)n-1 / r(l+r)nl
PV=Present Value of Costs J
Co=Costs occurred in Present Year. $93,974(installation costs)
C=reoccurring annual costs Annual Inspections: $600
Sample Collection: $300
Tank Pump Out: $100
Lab Work: $200
Pump Replacement: $300
Drip Tubing Repair: $200
Access Road Repair: $200
Total outlay of funds per yr.=$1,900
t= time in years.(t=0 is the first year)
n=Ending year of the Facility(use 20 years)
r=current EPA discount rate(this value could be determined by the website provided or
Google search)therefore,we used the value from the example of 5.625%
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PV=$93,974+$1,900[(1+0.05625)20-1 /0.05625(1+0.05625)20]
PV=$93,974+ 1,900[1.9877/0.1889]
PV=$93,974+ $1,900[10.520]
PV=S113,967
Comparatively,this cost is prohibitive.
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
mikelALashEngineering.com
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Engineering Alternatives Analysis (EAA)
Facility Name: Wastewater Facility for Mitchell County Animal Rescue(MCAR)
for Non-Municipal Applicant
2492 Hwy 19E Spruce Pine,NC 28777
Alternative C; Wastewater Reuse
The land around the site is developed and/or occupied by existing owners. Each of the
adjacent owners have their own existing sewer systems.
Water Reuse is a wonderful way of utilizing a resource that otherwise would be
discarded. Unfortunately,there are just a few ways that treated wastewater effluent can
be used as a reusable resource. Common avenues of reusable options would include
irrigating with the effluent at a plant nursery, a golf course, landscaping or even a county
park. Another avenue of reuse could involve the residential property itself. The effluent
could be used as grey water for flushing toilets within the house which would not
eliminate the effluent,but it would significantly reduce the amount of water used by the
home.
In a practical way however,the proposed house will have its plumbing built into the
house. Therefore,the use of the effluent as grey water is not an option. There are also no
nurseries or golf courses available for use. The proposed house does have landscaping
areas, but the underlying soils are not suitable for any type of permeability.
However, should an area become available within proximity (within 1 mile)then the
option could become available, and the following would apply for a Water Reuse Option:
The same treatment system could be utilized for the reuse option. A pump tank would
have to be added or a Septitech type treatment system utilized that had a pump tank built
into the system. The effluent from the treatment process could be pumped to the facility
that will utilize the treated effluent.
The amount of effluent from the house is 360 gpd. A facility that could utilize this
amount of effluent on a daily basis would need to be able to utilize the extra
effluent/water on a daily basis and would probably be currently supplied by a water well
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system or metered water from the City. The effluent from the house would supplement
their usage but probably not replace it and there would only be certain aspects of their
water demand where a treated effluent could be utilized. This report will assume that
such a facility exists as a golf course as that is the simplest and most inexpensive way of
reuse. The effluent will be used to supplement their sprinkler/irrigation system for their
greens and fairways.
Some golf course facilities have an onsite pond that is fed by rainfall but is also water
well subsidized as needed. Their irrigation system is fed by pumping from this pond on
almost a daily basis. Metered water from the City would be expensive to use for
irrigation. The house effluent would need to be treated to at least TS II standards and
further treated with an ultraviolet light for pathogen protection. Once treated the effluent
would need to be pumped through a 2" force main to the holding pond of the golf course
facility so that it could supplement the golf course facility. The golf course would
probably be located near an onsite pond(utilizing the golf course pond landscapes)and
be within 1 mile of the house. The force main will need to be installed through some
property but predominantly adjacent to existing highways within the City/State Right-of-
Ways and be installed according to DOT Standards.
Costs for such a system are summarized below:
Additional Equipment at House:
Pump Tank=4,000-gal tank(needs required storage)
4,000g tank+pump, floats,control panel,etc. _ $8,000
Additional Pumps, Valving, etc. for Reuse Rules= $15,000
UV Light&Control Panel, Gauges,etc.= $8,000
Distribution System:
1. 2"Force Main to get effluent to disposal site which would be offsite.
Using 5,280 If. of 2"PVC Force Main @ $30/ft= $158,400
2. Asphalt Repair(3,000'x 4')_> 12,000sf. of asphalt paving @$10/sf=$120,000
Golf Course Pond Improvements:
Repair/Landscape Force Main installation in Golf Course= $30,000
Pond Improvements for outlet of pipe= $15,000
Backflow Prevention,Valving,&appurtenances $5,000
Total Rough Costs for initial installation=> S359,400
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Present Value Cost Analysis:
PV = Co + C[(l+r)n-1 / r(l+r)n]
PV=Present Value of Costs
Co=Costs occurred in Present Year. $359,400(installation costs)
C =reoccurring annual costs Annual Inspections: $600
Sample Collection: $750
Tank Pump Out: $100
Lab Work: $500
Pump/Parts Replacement: $600
Access Road Repair: $500
Total outlay of funds per yr.=S3,050
t= time in years.(t=0 is the first year)
n=Ending year of the Facility(use 20 years)
r=current EPA discount rate(this value could be determined by the website provided or
Google search)therefore,we used the value from the example of 5.625%
PV=$359,400+$3,050[(1+0.05625)20-1 /0.05625(1+0.05625)20]
PV= $359,400+ 3,050[1.9877/0.1889]
PV=$359,400+ $3,050[10.520]
PV=$391,486
Comparatively,this cost is prohibitive.
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TOE YtkR HiA tH DISTRICT 1V'C� .i0 ''1.
Avery, Mitchell, & Yancey County
Health Departments North Carolina
Public Health
Diane Creek, MSW Charles Baker, MD & Frank Craig, MD Marvin Walker, OD
Health Director Medical Directors Chair, Board of Health
03/10/2022
Re: Application for a repair permit for Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Owner: Amber Lowery,Director of Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Dear Ms.Lowery,
The Mitchell County Health Department,Environmental Health Division on 02/08/2022 evaluated the above
referenced property at the site designated on the plat/site plan that accompanied your repair application. The
evaluation was done in accordance with the laws and rules governing wastewater systems in NC General Statute
130A-333 including related statutes and Title 15A,Subchapter 18A,of the NC Administrative Code,Rule.1900 and
related rules.
Based on the criteria set out in Title 15A,Subchapter 18A,of the NC Administrative Code,Rule.1940 through.1948,
the evaluation indicated that the site is UNSUITABLE for a sanitary system of sewage treatment and disposal.
Therefore,we must deny your request for a repair permit. The site is unsuitable based on the following:
Unsuitable soil topography and/or landscape position (Rule.1940)
Unsuitable soil characteristics(structure or clay mineralogy)(Rule.1941)
Unsuitable soil wetness condition(Rule.1942)
Unsuitable soil depth(Rule.1943)
Presence of restrictive horizon(Rule.1944)
._ _X__ Insufficient space for septic system and repair area(Rule.1945)
X_Unsuitable for meeting required setbacks(Rule.1950)
X Other(Rule.1957): Fill material present.
These severe soil or site limitations could cause premature system failure,leading to the discharge of untreated
sewage on the ground surface,into surface waters,directly to ground water or inside your structure.
The site evaluation included consideration of possible site modifications,as well as use of modified,innovative,or
alternative systems. However,the Health Department has determined that none of the above options will overcome
the severe conditions on this site. A possible option might be a system designed to dispose of sewage to another area
1 of suitable soil or off-site to additional property.
For the reasons set out above,the property is currently classified UNSUITABLE,and no repair permit shall he issued
for this site in accordance with Rule.1948(c).
Note that a site classified as UNSUITABLE maybe classified as PROVISIONALLY SUITABLE if written documentation is
provided that meets the requirements of Rule.1948(d). A copy of this rule is enclosed. You may hire a consultant to
assist you if you wish to try to develop a plan under which your site could be reclassified as PROVISIONALLY
SUITABLE.
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TOE RIVER HEALTH DISTRICT
Avery, Mitchell, &Yancey County _
Health Departments North Carolina
Public I kallh
Diane Creek, MSW Charles Baker, MD & Frank Craig, MD Marvin Walker, OD
Health Director Medical Directors Chair, Board of Health
You have a right to an informal review of this decision. You may request an informal review by the soil scientist or
environmental health supervisor at the local health department. You may also request an information review by the
NC Department of Health and Human Services regional soil scientist. A request for informal review must be made in
writing to the local health department.
You also have a right to a formal appeal of this decision. To pursue a formal appeal,you must file a petition for a
contested case hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings,6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-6714.
To get a copy of a petition form,you may write the Office of Administrative Hearings or call the office at(919)431-
3000 or download it from the OAH web site at http://www,ncoah.com/forms,htmrl• The petition for a contested case
hearing must be filed in accordance with the provision of NC General Statutes 130A-24 and 150B-23 and all other
applicable provisions of Chapter 150B. NC General Statute 130A-335(g)provides that your hearing would be held in
the county where your property is located.
Please note: If you wish to pursue a formal appeal,you must file the petition form with the Office of Administrative
Hearings WITHIN 30 DAYS OF THE DATE OF TIIIS LETTER. The date of this letter is 03/10/2022. Meeting the 30
day deadline is critical to your formal appeal.
If you file a petition for a contested case hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings,you are required by law
(NC General Statute 150B-23)to serve a copy of your petition on the Office of General Counsel,NC Department of
Health and Human Services,2001 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C.27699-2001.
Do not serve the petition on your local health department. Sending a copy of your petition to the local health
department will not satisfy the legal requirement in NC General Statute 150B-23 that you send a copy to the Office of
General Counsel,NC Department of Health and human Services.
You may call or write the local health department if you need any additional information or assistance.
Sincerely,
61C,iC QACVAd ee
Leslie McKinney,REHS
Mitchell County Health Department
Enclosures: Site Evaluation
Copy of Rule.1942 and .1943
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EAA-Page 14

ROY COOPER•Governor
` NC DEPARTMENT OF KODY H.KINSLEY•Secretary
`--e\ HEALTH AND
HUMAN SERVICES HELEN WOLSTENHOLME•Interim Deputy Secretary for Health
MARK T.BENTON•Assistant Secretary for Public Health
Division of Public Health
February 22, 2022
Mrs. Amy Herron
Environmental Health Supervisor
130 Forest Service Dr.
Suite D
Bakersville, NC 28705
Subject: Repair of subsurface treatment and disposal system.
Owner: Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Address: PO Box 308 Spruce Pine,NC 28777, 2492 US 19 E HWY
Parcel Number: 0789-00-18-1466
Size: 2 total acres
Ms. Herron:
On February 8,2022, I performed a soil and site evaluation of the aforementioned property. Also,
present was Leslie McKinney. This evaluation was done to determine its suitability for a repair
of the subsurface treatment and disposal system for the existing facility. An on-site well serves
as the water supply for the residence.
The existing subsurface system is malfunctioning surfacing over and below the drainfield. The
property was evaluated in accordance with the North Carolina Laws and Rules for Sewage
Treatment and Disposal Systems, 15A NCAC 18A .1900. Listed below are the results of the
evaluation and recommendations for the site. Please share this report with the applicant/property
owner.
The most limiting site factors encountered are listed below:
• Available Space (Rule .1945)-insufficient space on the property with soils that can be
classified as suitable or provisionally suitable(i.e. usable/modifiable soils) for the repair
of the ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system. Available space on this
site was limited by:
o a five(5) foot horizontal separation distance to any property line.
o a fifty (50) foot horizontal separation distance to creek, springs and surface water.
o a hundred(100) foot horizontal separation distance to the water supply.
o a five (5) foot horizontal separation distance to any footer.
o a ten (10) foot horizontal separation distance to any water line.
o the driveway(s) and road rights-of-way.
NC DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES • DIVISION OF PUBLIC HEALTH
LOCATION:5605 Six Forks Road,Raleigh,NC 27609
MAILING ADDRESS:1642 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-1642
www.ncdhhs.gov • TEL:[phone] • FAx:[phone]
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AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

• Fill material (Rule .1957(b)(2))
Site Classification
The site is NONREPAIRABLE and any modification would not reasonably enable a system to
function properly, Rule 15A NCAC 18A .1961(1). This is due to the site being UNSUITABLE
for installation of a subsurface treatment and disposal system based on the above referenced
soil/site limitations.
Recommendations
The owner and applicant have the following options that might allow the use of this property as
desired:
1. The applicant may purchase other suitable or provisionally suitable property to place the
ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system on.
2. The applicant may obtain an easement on a suitable or provisionally suitable property to
place the ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system on.
3. The applicant/owner may apply for and receive a permit for permanent Pump and Haul
from our Department under Rule .1961, to an approved NCDEQ facility.
4. The Division of Water Resources,NC Dept. Environment Quality (NCDEQ) in Raleigh,
North Carolina may be contacted at(919) 791-4200 or your Asheville Regional office at
[phone] to pursue options available through that department.
5. A ground absorption sewage treatment and disposal system can be pursued under Rule
.1948(d). Written documentation, including engineering, hydro-geologic, geologic or soil
studies, shall indicate that the proposed system can be expected to function satisfactorily.
The substantiating data shall indicate that:
1. A ground absorption system can be installed so that the effluent will be non-
pathogenic, non-infectious, non-toxic, and non-hazardous;
2. The effluent will not contaminate groundwater or surface water; and
3. The effluent will not be exposed on the ground surface or be discharged to surface
waters where it could come in contact with people, animals, or vectors.
If you have any questions or if I can be of assistance, contact me at 828-764-5076, E-mail at
alan.mckinney(i-Whhs.nc.gov, or PO Box 1972, Boone,NC 28607.
Sincerely,
Alan McKinney
Regional Soil Scientist
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Engineering Alternatives Analysis (EAA)
FacilityName: Wastewater Facilityfor MCAR
Residence for Non-Municipal Applicant
2492 US HWY 19E., Spruce Pine,NC. Mitchell County
Alternative B; Land Applications—Direct Discharge
4.Alternative D; Direct Discharge to Surface Waters.
1.The building is existing with the existing wastewater disposal system failing and all of
the existing system is located on the property. The existing building has 1 bathroom along with a
variety of water using appliances that lead to a design flow of: 650 gpd. An Outfall was chosen that
produces the least amount of disturbance to property and recreation,but can be visually"hidden"
with landscaping.
2.This Direct Discharge system is designed utilizing the required TS II discharge with an UV
disinfection process.
3.A Project Summary is included in this application with a complete set of revised plans showing
the correct discharge location.
4.Present Value Cost Analysis:
PV = Co+ C[(1+r)n-1 /r(l+r)n]
PV=Present Value of Costs
Co=Costs occurred in Present Year. $20,000(installation costs)
C=reoccurring costs Annual Inspections: $400
Sample Collection: $100
Tank Pump Out: $50
Lab Work: $200
PreTreat Maintenance: $100
Pumps&UV Bulb replacement: $350
Total outlay of funds per yr.=$1,200
t=time in years.(t=0 is the first year)
n=Ending year of the Facility(use 20 years)
r=current EPA discount rate(this value could be determined by the website provided or
Google search)therefore,we used the value from the example of 5.625%
PV=$20,000+$1,200[(1+0.05625)20-1 /0.05625(1+0.05625)20]
PV=$20,000+ 1,200[1.9877/0.1889]
PV=$20,000+$1,200[10.520]
PV=$32,624
This initial cost has been approved by the Owners for this facility. EAA-Page 18
These annual costs(reoccurring)are acceptable parameters for this type facility.

Lash Engineering, Inc.
CiviUConsulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
mikelca,LashEngineering.com
Lash Engineering, Inc.
Summary for Engineering Alternatives Analysis (EAA)
Facility Name: Wastewater Facility for MCAR
for Non-Municipal Applicant
2492 US HWY 19E., Spruce Pine,NC. Mitchell County
This project is located at 2492 US HWY 19E. near the City of Spruce Pine in Mitchell County.
This is an existing commercial building originally built in 2005. The County and Regional office
has investigated the property and surrounding areas. This house has an original "Block" septic
tank with a disposal which has failed and is seeking a Direct Discharge Permit.
The EAA is used to provide guidance to the regulating community for the evaluation of the
proposed wastewater disposal alternatives. This report is focused on summarizing the Steps
which are written in reports more detailed format as separate sections of the application.
The EAA is divided into several steps:
STEP 1:
1. Zero Flow Stream Restrictions.
The treated effluent would be discharged into a creek with positive flow. Based upon in-field
analysis, review of drainage basin, and past projects,we expect the USGS report to have 7Q10
and 7Q30 approvable results. Mr. Weaver has been sent a package for his official review.
2. Stream Classification for the Receiving Waters.
This information was received and verified through the USGS office. The information is
more detailed presented in the Watershed Classification Report of this application. The
following is a summary information from the USGS:
The outfall discharge is to Compass Creek. The surface water classification for this area is "C
Tr"within the French Broad River Basin.
3. Basin wide Water Quality Plans:
There does not appear to be any limitations on the French Broad River Basin that would limit the
residential wastewater discharges.
4. Impaired Waters and TMDL's
There were currently no TMDL projects listed for this part of the French Broad River Basin.
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5. Presence of Endangered Species.
The project was submitted to the following:
Rodney Butler
Conservation Data Manager
NC Natural Heritage Program
Division of Land and Water Stewardship
North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
A response letter from the Heritage Foundation is included in this application. The findings are
summarized below:
"there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or
conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. "
STEP 2:
1. Reasonable Projections for Population & Flow
The Project is an existing house. After accounting for 1 bathroom, a commercial sink and
shower, and a washing machine, a design flow of 650 gpd was decided upon. This design flow
was used in the analysis and in conformance with 15A NCAC 2H.0219(1).
STEP 3:
Evaluate technologically feasible alternatives:
See individual Reports for Alternatives. Summary in Tabular Form is included below:
TABULAR FORM FOR E AA SUMMARY:
EAA Alternative Reports are included in this submittal that fully explores the options of
Subsurface and Surface Drip systems. In summary:
1. Alternative A; Connection to Public Sewer
Extension of Public Sewer=> PV=UNKNOWN
2. Alternative B; Land Applications
Subsurface Drip System => PV=576,800
Surface Drip System => PV=$113,967
3. Alternative C; Wastewater Reuse
Wastewater Reuse System => PV=$359,400
4. Alternative D; Direct Discharge to Surface Waters.
Direct Discharge System=> PV=532,624
If there are any questions related to this Engineering Alternative Analysis(EAA), please contact:
Engineer Owner
Michael Lash, PE Mitchell County Animal Rescue
Lash Engineering, Inc. Commercial
1104 Cindy Carr Drive 2492 US HWY 19E
Matthews,NC. 28105 Spruce Pine,NC. 28777
Ph: 704-847-3031 Contact: 828-765-6954
Email: [e-mail] Email: [e-mail]
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
mikel(a,LashEngineering.com
Lash Engineering, Inc.
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Watershed & Additional Information
1. Table of Contents
2. NC Surface Water Classification Map
3. NC Surface Water Classification Report
4. NC Surface Water Classification Map2
5. NC Residential StreamStats Report with Watershed
6. Full FIRM Floodway Map
7. USGS Map NC_SprucePine_20220510_140040
8. Results of USGS Low Flow analysis
9. Endangered Species Report
10. Endangered Species Report Fee
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DRNAREA Drainage Area 0.13 square miles 1 9000
PCTREG1 Percent Area in Region 1 0 percent 0 100
PCTREG2 Percent Area in Region 2 100 percent 0 100
PCTREG3 Percent Area in Region 3 0 percent 0 100
PCTREG4 Percent Area in Region 4 0 percent 0 100
PCTREGS Percent Area in Region 5 0 percent 0 100
Peak-Flow Statistics Disclaimers [Peak Southeast US over 1 sqmi 2009 5158]
One or more of the parameters is outside the suggested range. Estimates were extrapolated with unknown errors
Peak-Flow Statistics Flow Report [Peak Southeast US over 1 sqmi 2009 5158]
Statistic Value Unit
50-percent AEP flood 22.4 ft^3/s
20-percent AEP flood 45.3 ft^3/s
10-percent AEP flood 64.2 ft^3/s
4-percent AEP flood 90.9 ft^3/s
2-percent AEP flood 111 ft^3/s
1-percent AEP flood 134 ft^3/s
0.5-percent AEP flood 1 56 ft^3/s
0.2-percent AEP flood 189 ft^3/s
Peak-Flow Statistics Citations
Weaver, J.C., Feaster, T.D., and Gotvald, A.J.,2009, Magnitude and frequency of rural floods in the
Southeastern United States, through 2006—Volume 2, North Carolina: U.S. Geological Survey
Scientific Investigations Report 2009-5158, 111 p. (http://pubs.usgs.gov/sir/2009/5158/)
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USGS response to DWR USGS Low Flows request # 2021-113 (dated 2021/03/17) for
Cane Branch Yancey County...RE: [EXTERNAL] Low-flow request approval
Weaver, John C <[e-mail]>
Thu 3/18/2021 5:25 PM
To: Michael Lash <[e-mail]>
Cc: Hill, David A <[e-mail]>;[e-mail] <[e-mail]>; Montebello,
Michael J <[e-mail]>;Albertin,Klaus P <[e-mail]>;Weaver,John C
<[e-mail]>
Mr. Lash,
In response to your inquiry about the low-flow characteristics for a location on Cane Branch adjacent to Cane
Branch Road (Secondary Road 1146) in the vicinity of Micaville in east central Yancey County,the following
information is provided:
A check of the low-flow files here at the USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center(Raleigh office)
does not indicate a previous low-flow determination for the point of interest, identified by the
lat/long coordinates (35.89221, -82.23696) provided via email dated 03/17/2021 from the DWR
USGS Low Flow portal following your request submission.
No USGS discharge records are likewise known to exist for the point of interest.
In the absence of site-specific discharge records sufficient for a low-flow analysis, estimates of low-
flow characteristics at ungaged locations are determined by assessing a range in the low-flow yields
(expressed as flow per square mile drainage area, or cfsm) at nearby sites where estimates have been
determined.
A basin delineation completed using the online USGS StreamStats application for North Carolina
(https://streamstats.usgs.gov/ss/) indicates the drainage area for the point of interest (StreamStats
adjusted coordinates 35.89222, -82.23689 NAD83) is 0.57 sqmi.
For streams in Yancey County,low-flow characteristics published by the USGS are provided in the following
reports:
(1)The first is a statewide report completed in the early 1990's. It is USGS Water-Supply Paper 2403, "Low-
flow characteristics of streams in North Carolina" (Giese and Mason, 1993). An online version of the report is
available at https://pubs.usgs.gov/wsp/2403/report.pdf. The report provides the low-flow characteristics
(based on data through 1988)via regional relations and at-site values for sites with drainage basins between 1
and 400 sqmi and not considered or known to be affected by regulation and/or diversions.
(2)The second is a statewide report published in March 2015. It is USGS Scientific Investigations Report
2015-5001, "Low-flow characteristics and flow-duration statistics for selected USGS continuous-record
streamgaging stations in North Carolina through 2012" (Weaver, 2015). The report is available online at
https://pubs.usgs.gov/sir/2015/5001/. The report provides updated low-flow characteristics and flow-
duration statistics for 266 active(as of 2012 water year)and discontinued streamgages across the state where
a minimum of 10 climatic years discharge records were available for flow analyses.
Low-flow characteristics estimated for point of interest:
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Inspection of the reports indicates the presence of eight(8) nearby selected USGS partial-record sites(5)and
continuous-record streamgages(3) in the general vicinity of the point of interest where low-flow
characteristics were published. Among these 8 index sites,the low-flow discharge yields for the indicated flow
statistics are as follows:
Annual 7Q10 low-flow yields==>from 0.23 to 0.52 cfsm (average about 0.36 cfsm, median about 0.33 cfsm)
Annual 30Q2 low-flow yields==>from 0.45 to 1 cfsm (average about 0.73 cfsm, median about 0.76 cfsm)
Winter 7010 low-flow yields==>from 0.29 to 0.7 cfsm (average about 0.5 cfsm, median about 0.52 cfsm)
Annual 7Q2 low-flow yields==>from 0.36 to 0.78 cfsm (average about 0.58 cfsm, median about 0.6 cfsm)
Average annual discharge yields==>from 1.8 to 3.4 cfsm (both average and median about 2.6 cfsm)
Application of the above range in yields to the drainage area (0.57 sgmi)for the point of interest results in the
following estimated low-flow discharges:
==> 0.21cfs, median about 0.19 cfs)
7Q10 low-flow dischargesfrom 0.13 to 0.3 cfs (average about
Annual 30Q2 low-flow discharges==>from 0.26 to 0.57 cfs (average about 0.42 cfs, median about 0.43 cfs)
Winter 7Q10 low-flow discharges ==>from 0.17 to 0.4 cfs (average about 0.29 cfs, median about 0.3 cfs)
Annual 7Q2 low-flow discharges==>from 0.21 to 0.44 cfs(average about 0.33 cfs, median about 0.34 cfs)
Average annual discharge discharges==>from 1 to 1.9 cfs(both average and median about 1.5 cfs)
Please note:
(1)The estimated flows are provided in units of cubic feet per second (cfs).
(2)The low-flow yields provided above are rounded to 2 significant figures. Estimated low-flow discharges less
than 1 cfs are rounded to 2 significant figures. If between 1 and 100 cfs,then rounded to 1 decimal place; if
greater than 100,then rounded to the nearest whole number(zero decimal places).
(3)The information provided in this message is based on a preliminary assessment and considered
provisional,subject to revision pending collection of future data and further analyses.
These provisional streamflow statistics are provided via the DWR USGS Low Flows cooperative agreement
between the USGS and the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Water Resources.
Hope this information is helpful.
Thank you.
Curtis Weaver
J.Curtis Weaver,Hydrologist,PE Email:[e-mail]
USGS South Atlantic Water Science Center Online:https://www.usgs.gov/centers/sa-water
North Carolina-South Carolina-Georgia
3916 Sunset Ridge Road
Raleigh,NC 27607
Phone:[phone] // Fax:[phone]
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From:Albertin, Klaus P<[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday, March 17, 2021 1:32 PM
To: [e-mail]
Cc:Albertin, Klaus P<[e-mail]>; Hill, David A<[e-mail]>;
[e-mail];Weaver,John C<[e-mail]>; Montebello, Michael J
<[e-mail]>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Low-flow request approval
This email has been received from outside of DOI-Use caution before clicking on links,opening attachments,or
responding.
Your request has been approved and will be forwarded to USGS. A response from USGS usually
takes 7 - 10 business days.
Request Flow Statistic Approval
Request ID: 113
Requestor: Michael Lash, PE. - Lash Engineering, Inc.
Requestor e-mail: [e-mail]
Requestor Phone: [phone]
Local Government:
Public Water Supply:
Consultant: Lash Engineering, Inc.
Contact: Michael Lash
Reason: Permit
River/Stream: Cane Branch
Drainage Area (sq. mi.): 0.66 sq.mi.
Latitude: 35.89221
Longitude: -82.23696
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Other Information: 1489 Cane Branch Road, Burnsville, NC. - parcel is small with 2 structures. North
structure is the house.
Statististics: ["7Q10","30Q21
Approved by: Albertin, Klaus P
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Roy Cooper,Governor
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NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
Misty Buchanan
Deputy Director,Natural Heritage Program
NCNHDE-18119
May 30, 2022
Michael Lash
Lash Engineering, Inc.
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews, NC 28105
RE: Mitchell County Animal Rescue or MCAR
Dear Michael Lash:
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) appreciates the opportunity to provide
information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above.
Based on the project area mapped with your request, a query of the NCNHP database indicates that
there are no records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or
conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. Please note that although there
may be no documentation of natural heritage elements within the project boundary, it does not
imply or confirm their absence; the area may not have been surveyed. The results of this query
should not be substituted for field surveys where suitable habitat exists. In the event that rare
species are found within the project area, please contact the NCNHP so that we may update our
records.
The attached 'Potential Occurrences' table summarizes rare species and natural communities that
have been documented within a one-mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these
records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area
if suitable habitat exists. Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one-mile
radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report.
If a Federally-listed species is found within the project area or is indicated within a one-mile radius of
the project area, the NCNHP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)for
guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here:
httos://www.fws.gov/offices/Directory/ListOffices.cfm?statecode=37.
Please note that natural heritage element data are maintained for the purposes of conservation
planning, project review, and scientific research, and are not intended for use as the primary criteria
for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published
without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information
source in these publications. Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission.
The NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional correspondence if a
Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Land and Water Fund easement, or Federally-
listed species are documented near the project area.
If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance,
please contact Rodney A. Butler at rodney.butler(ncdcr.aov or 919-707-8603.
Sincerely,
NC Natural Heritage Program
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
(f) 12I W JONES STREET.RALEIGH,NC 27603 • 1651 MAIL SERVICE CENTER.RAIL NC 49
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Natural Heritage Element Occurrences, Natural Areas, and Managed Areas Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Mitchell County Animal Rescue or MCAR
May 30, 2022
NCNHDE-18119
Element Occurrences Documented Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Taxonomic EO ID Scientific Name Common Name Last Element Accuracy Federal State Global State
Group Observation Occurrence Status Status Rank Rank
Date Rank
Dragonfly or 33446 Calopteryx amata Superb Jewelwing 2004-Pre H? 5-Very --- Significantly G5 S1S2
Damselfly Low Rare
Natural 34330 Chestnut Oak Forest --- 2015-09-24 B 2-High --- --- G4 S3S4
Community (Mesic Subtype)
Natural 34334 Montane Oak--Hickory --- 2014-07-22 C 3-Medium --- --- G4G5 S4S5
Community Forest (Acidic
Subtype)
Natural 34328 Montane Oak--Hickory --- 2015-09-24 B 3-Medium --- --- G3 S3
Community Forest (Basic Subtype)
Natural 34329 Rich Cove Forest --- 2015-09-24 B 2-High --- --- G3G4 S3
Community (Montane Rich
Subtype)
Reptile 6308 Crotalus horridus Timber Rattlesnake 1935-06-28 H 4-Low --- Special G4 S3
Concern
Natural Areas Documented Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Site Name ' Representational Rating Collective Rating
Graveyard Creek Forests R5 (General) C4 (Moderate)
Managed Areas Documented Within a One-mile Radius of the Project Area
Managed Area Name Owner Owner Type
NC Department of Transportation Mitigation Site NC Department of Transportation State
rgc Department of Transportation Mitigation Site NC Department of Transportation State
Department of Transportation Mitigation Site NC Department of Transportation
t State
wn of Spruce Pine - Brad Regan Memorial Park Town of Spruce Pine Local Government
c;'aveyard Creek Forest Registered Heritage Area NC DNCR, Natural Heritage Program State
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finitions and an explanation of status designations and codes can be found at httos://ncnhde.natiires'rvP.ora/heln.Data query generated on May 30,2022;source:NCNHP,Q1,April 2022.Please
submit your information request if more than one year elapses before project initiation as new information is continually added to the NCNHP database.
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NC Natural Heritage Program
Your Order Print This Page
Quantity Item Unit Price
1 Id: NCNHDE-18119 Title: Mitchell County Animal Rescue or $100.00 USD 100.00
MCAR Project Type: Other
Total USD 100.00
This order is now complete. Transaction approved!
Here is your receipt:
TRANSACTION RECORD
NC NATURAL HERITAGE PROG
121 W JONES ST
RALEIGH, NC 27699
United States
WWW.NCNHP.ORG
TYPE: Pre-Authorization
ACCT: Visa $ 100.00 USD
CARDHOLDER NAME : Michael Lash
CARD NUMBER : ############7121
DATE/TIME : 30 May 22 19:06:58
REFERENCE # : 001 0491204 M
AUTHOR. # : 360370
TRANS. REF. : 1067
Approved - Thank You 100
Please retain this copy for your records.
Cardholder will pay above amount to
card issuer pursuant to cardholder
agreement.
NC Natural Heritage Program
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Lash Engineering, Inc.
Civil/Consulting/Wastewater/Planning
1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Operation & Maintenance
1. Table of Contents
2. Operator Checklist— Engineer Supplied for Direct Discharge
3. AquaSafe Brochure
4. AquaSafe Septic&Aerobic
5. AquaSafe Cut-Away
6. AquaSafe Operation & Maintenance
7. AquaSafe UV Installation & Maintenance
8. AquaSafe UV Light Letter
9. AS750 with EZ top
10. UV-TUD Bulb Efficiency
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OPERATOR CHECK-LIST
INSPECTION OF ENGINEERED WASTEWATER SYSTEMS
Operator Company Name of Establishment Permit/Project No.
Location Type of Establishment Design Flow
Owner/Agent Address Phone
Operator's Name Address Phone
Date, Purpose of Inspection & Remarks
Yes No REMARKS
1. ESTABLISHMENT:
Type, size, and sewage flow in accordance with permit?
2. COLLECTION SYSTEM:
No evidence of leaks into or out from sewer lines/manholes?
Free of blockages/solids buildup in lines or manholes?
Manholes/Clean-outs: visible, maintained, & at grade?
3. OVERALL GENERAL CONDITION:
Structurally sound, protected from corrosion, watertight?
Floats/pipes/valves/disconnects in good working condition?
Grounds maintained in a safe, sanitary condition? _
Control panel enclosures/components in good condition? _
Facility meeting flow and quality limits?
4. TANKAGE (Grease Traps/Lift Stations/Septic/Dosing Tanks):
Tank risers accessible and surface water diverted
Tanks and access manholes structurally sound, watertight? _
Sanitary tee(s) in good working condition
Tanks pumped, cleaned out as needed?
Surface water being effectively diverted away?
5. EFFLUENT DOSING SYSTEM:
Effluent appears clear, free of excess solids?
PUMP SYSTEMS:
Required pumps present, operating, and cycling properly? _
High-water alarm present and operating properly?
Floats/pipe/valves/disconnects in good working condition?
Control panel enclosure/components in good condition?
Elapsed time readings:
7. HEADWORKS:
Interior clean, free of debris, adjusted to grade? _
Valves operational, Filters functional, Flow Meter
Working, Pressure Gauges functional?
Timed doses at required time. _
Control Panel operating Zones properly. _
8. UV SYSTEM:
Working, operating and maintained properly?
UV Light working properly?
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Yes No REMARKS
9. FLOW MONITORING DEVICE:
Present and in good working condition-if required?
10. EFFLUENT DOSING TANK:
Effluent appears clear, free of suspended solids?
Required pumps present, operating and cycling properly?
High-water alarm present and operating properly?
Elapsed time readings:
11. Force Main & Discharge:
No evidence of effluent surfacing/reaching surface waters _
Diversions/ditches/swales/tile drains properly maintained?
Line cover/vegetation maintained as needed? _
Clean outs of discharge pipe are adjusted and vertical? _
Discharge location showing signs of erosion or sediment? _
Discharge pipe is free of debris &open? _
OVERALL CONDITION AND OPERATION OF SYSTEM:
SUMMARY OF IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED:
Improvements Repair Within (Days)
DATE: SIGNED: AGENT
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Ecological Tanks,Inc.,Aqua Safe,(hereinafter identified as manufacturer)warrants each Aqua Safe,wastewater treatment plant to the original
purchaser only to be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the date of installation by an authorized dealer/installer for the following
periods:Manufacturer warrants system aerator for a limited.prorated five(5)year period as follows:First two(2)years- l00%:2nd to 3rd year-75%:
3rd to 4th year-50%:and 4th to 5th year-25%of list price. Third.fourth and fifth year limited.prorated portion of this warranty applies only if
the system owner carries a continuous maintenance policy provided by a manufacturer authorized dealer/installer and proof thereof is provided with
the return.Aerators on Models AS750,AS800,AS1000,AS1100 and AS1500 are warranted for two(2)years. Manufacturer warrants fiberglass
tanks,for a limited period of five(5)years.to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Electrical controls.float switches and application
pumps are warranted for two(2)years. Concrete tanks are limited to two(2)years from date of installation.When properly installed and registered
with the manufacturer.the manufacturer's sole obligation under this limited warranty is as follows:
To repair or exchange any components.F.O.B.factory.that in the manufacturer's judgment is defective.provided that said component part has been
paid for and is returned through an authorized dealer.prepaid. The warrantee must specify the nature of the defect in writing to the manufacturer.
The limited warranty makes no provision for any informal dispute settlement agreement.
The limited warranty does not cover any Aqua Safe,wastewater treatment plant that has not been properly installed.damaged due to altered
installation or improper wiring or overload protection.flooded by any external means.disassembled by any unauthorized person.filled with anything
other than normal household wastewater or damaged by an act of nature. The limited warranty does not cover damages or defects caused by ants.
insects or rodents to any component part of the Aqua Safe,wastewater treatment plant.
No warranty is made as to the field performance of any system. The limited warranty applies only to the Aqua Safe,wastewater treatment plant
itself and does not include any of the purchaser's plumbing.drainage and/or disposal system.house wiring or the installation of the Aqua Safe,
treatment plant.
The manufacturer reserves the right to replace any component part covered under this limited warranty with a component part.which in the
manufacturer's judgment is equivalent to the part being replaced. The manufacturer claims no responsibility for any delays or damages caused by
defective components or materials which cause losses incurred by interruption of service or for repairs or replacements of component parts covered by
the limited warranty.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Ecological Tanks,Inc.,Aqua Safes(hereinafter identified as manufacturer)warrants each Aqua Safes wastewater treatment plant to the original
purchaser only to be free from defects in materials and workmanship from the date of installation by an authorized dealer/installer for the following
periods:Manufacturer warrants system aerator for a limited,prorated five(5)year period as follows:First two(2)years-100%;2nd to 3rd year-75%;
3rd to 4th year-50%;and 4th to 5th year-25%of list price. Third,fourth and fifth year limited,prorated portion of this warranty applies only if
the system owner carries a continuous maintenance policy provided by a manufacturer authorized dealer/installer and proof thereof is provided with
the return.Aerators on Models AS750,AS800,AS1000,AS1100 and AS1500 are warranted for two(2)years. Manufacturer warrants fiberglass
tanks,for a limited period of five(5)years,to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Electrical controls,float switches and application
pumps are warranted for two(2)years. Concrete tanks are limited to two(2)years from date of installation.When properly installed and registered
with the manufacturer,the manufacturer's sole obligation under this limited warranty is as follows:
To repair or exchange any components,F.O.B.factory,that in the manufacturer's judgment is defective,provided that said component part has been
paid for and is returned through an authorized dealer,prepaid. The warrantee must specify the nature of the defect in writing to the manufacturer.
The limited warranty makes no provision for any informal dispute settlement agreement.
The limited warranty does not cover any Aqua Safes wastewater treatment plant that has not been properly installed,damaged due to altered
installation or improper wiring or overload protection,flooded by any external means,disassembled by any unauthorized person,filled with anything
other than normal household wastewater or damaged by an act of nature. The limited warranty does not cover damages or defects caused by ants.
insects or rodents to any component part of the Aqua Safes wastewater treatment plant.
No warranty is made as to the field performance of any system. The limited warranty applies only to the Aqua Safes,wastewater treatment plant
itself and does not include any of the purchaser's plumbing,drainage and/or disposal system,house wiring or the installation of the Aqua Safe;
treatment plant.
The manufacturer reserves the right to replace any component part covered under this limited warranty with a component part,which in the '
manufacturer's judgment is equivalent to the part being replaced. The manufacturer claims no responsibility for any delays or damages caused by
defective components or materials which cause losses incurred by interruption of service or for repairs or replacements of component parts covered by
the limited warranty.
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"The standard by which the performance of other units is compared"®
Class I Wastewater Treatment Plants
Installation, Operation, Maintenance and Trouble-Shooting
Manual for Distributors, Installers, and Maintenance
Providers
MODELS
AS500 AS600 AS750 AS1000 AS1500
S500EZ AS600EZ AS750EZ AS 1000EZ AS 1500EZ
HS500-CU AS600-CU AS500-3DUO AS600-3DUO AS500-P5CU
AS500+5DUO AS500+5PRE AS500-4+75 AS500+5TRIO
AS500+75TRIO
"Copyright Notice"
No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in any
retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any
means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or
otherwise without the prior written permission of
Ecological Tanks, Inc.
Mfg. By
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2247 Hwy 151 North
Downsville, LA 71234
PH [phone] * FAX[phone]
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I. INTRODUCTION
Ecological Tanks,Inc.was founded in 1994 by people with combined experience in installation,
pre-casting and the building industry. At Ecological Tanks, Inc. our main goal is to provide
products to professionals engaging in the business of distributing, installing and servicing home
wastewater treatment plants. To continue our service,we have dedicated ourselves to manufacturing
versatile products to simplify the task of installation and maintenance. This will include all-in-one
aerobic systems,the first one box control for the operation of pumps and compressors,unique up-
size controls and other products that are first in the on-site sewage industry. With this unique
diversity and know how, we can provide the help you need with your on-site sewage treatment
business.
Ecological Tanks,Inc.Model AS500,and larger,wastewater treatment plants have been tested by
Baylor University Department of Environmental Studies according to requirements listed in
NSF/ANSI Standard 40 and meets or exceeds Class 1 plant characteristic requirements.
Some states require the use of a trash trap independent of this test. Ecological Tanks, Inc.
recommends strongly the use of a trash trap or pre-treatment tank, especially in all cases where a
garbage disposal is being used or may be used. Additionally, Ecological Tanks, Inc. strongly
recommends the use of a trash trap when using sprinklers, drip systems, or pressure dosing as a
means of effluent disposal. A minimum recommended size for a trash trap is one-half the daily rated
capacity of the unit. This recommendation enables enough capacity to store non-biodegradable
materials over an extended period of time (several years)to minimize pumping requirements and
overall maintenance on sprinkler,drip and dosing effluent disposal systems. This size is also small
enough not to interfere substantially with the aerobic performance of the unit or to raise cost
excessively. For purposes of the unit certification, a trash trap is treated as an approved upgrade.
II. AQUA SAFE®WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT PROCESS
DESCRIPTION
Aqua Safe® series models of wastewater treatment plants are made with an outer mixing
compartment and a center settling or clarifier compartment. They are in many ways similar to large
township or municipality sewage treatment plants. They employ an extended aeration, activated
sludge process. This type of treatment depends primarily upon the use of air that is introduced by air
passing from the aerator compressor to four air lines located around the perimeter of the aeration
mixing compartment. As wastewater enters the aeration mixing compartment simple hydraulic
displacement is accomplished by the introduction of air which promotes the growth of aerobic
organisms in much larger quantities than would occur naturally. These bacteria break down the
organic solids in the wastewater. From the aeration mixing compartment,mixed liquid enters the
cone shaped settling or clarifier compartment from the bottom. No mixing occurs in this quiet zone
where solids separate from the liquid and settle to the bottom of the clarifier and re-enter the mixing
l' in the clarifier continue to flow upward to
compartment. The liquid that separates from the solids p
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the pipe.
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The Aqua Safe® models AS500, AS500EZ, AS600, AS600EZ, AS750, AS750EZ, AS1000,
AS1000EZ,AS1500 and AS1500EZ(Figures 1 -3)are round tank configurations comprised of an
aeration mixing compartment and a center clarifier compartment.
The Aqua Safe®models AS500-3 Duo and AS600-3 Duo (Figure 4) are a fiberglass round tank
configuration comprised of an aeration mixing compartment, a center settling or clarifier
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compartment and a 300 gallon attached pump tank with optional chlorination device and effluent
filter. Wastewater first enters the aeration mixing zone. The mixed liquid next enters the clarifier
compartment and continues to flow upwards to the discharge pipe. From the plant's discharge pipe,
the final effluent passes through a chlorination device and the pump tank effluent filter into the
pump tank compartment for storage and chlorine contact mixing. The treated and disinfected
effluent is then safely discharged,via an application pump,to a surface spray,overland flow or other
disposal area.
The Aqua Safe® models AS500CU and AS600CU (Figure 5) are fiberglass round tank
configurations comprised of an aeration mixing compartment and a center clarifier compartment.
Additionally,they both have an attached 68 gallon chlorine contact tank with a chlorination device.
The Aqua Safe® model AS500-P5CU (Figure 6) is a four compartment fiberglass tank
configuration. It is comprised of a forward 500 gallon pre-treatment tank,an aeration mixing zone,a
settling or clarifier compartment and a 68 gallon chlorine contact tank with a chlorination device.
Wastewater first enters the pre-treatment tank compartment of the plant,then gravity flows through a
4" SDR 35 PVC inlet to the aeration mixing zone. The mixed liquid next enters the clarifier
compartment and continues to flow upward to the discharge pipe. From the plant's discharge pipe,
the final effluent passes through a chlorination device into the chlorine contact tank. The treated and
disinfected effluent is then safely discharged in the disposal area.
The Aqua Safe® model AS500 + 5 Duo (Figure 7) is a three compartment fiberglass tank
configuration. It is comprised of a forward 500 gallon pre-treatment tank,an aeration mixing zone
and a settling or clarifier compartment. Wastewater first enters the pre-treatment tank compartment
of the plant,then gravity flows through a 4" SDR 35 PVC inlet to the aeration mixing zone. The
mixed liquid next enters the clarifier compartment and continues to flow upward to the discharge
pipe.
The Aqua Safe® models AS500 + 5 Trio (Figure 8) and AS500 + 75 Trio (Figure 9) are four
compartment fiberglass tank configurations with a chlorination device. They are comprised of a
forward 500 gallon pre-treatment tank,an aeration mixing zone,a settling or clarifier compartment
and a rear pump tank compartment. Model AS500+5 Trio has a pump tank flow line capacity of
500 gallons and model AS500+75 Trio has 750 gallons. Wastewater first enters the pre-treatment
tank compartment of the plant,then gravity flows through a 4" SDR 35 PVC inlet to the aeration
mixing zone. The mixed liquid next enters the clarifier compartment and continues to flow upward
to the discharge pipe. From the plant's discharge pipe, the final effluent passes through a
chlorination device into the pump tank compartment for storage and contact mixing. The treated and
disinfected effluent is then safely discharged,via an application pump,to a surface spray,subsurface
drip, low pressure dose, absorptive mound or other disposal area.
The Aqua Safe® model AS500+5 Pre (Figure 10) is a three compartment concrete tank
configuration. It is comprised of a forward 500 gallon pre-treatment tank,an aeration mixing zone
and a settling or clarifier compartment. Wastewater first enters the pre-treatment tank compartment
of the plant, then gravity flows through a 4" SDR 35 PVC inlet to the aeration mixing zone. The
mixed liquid next enters the clarifier compartment and continues to flow upward to the discharge
pipe.
The Aqua Safe®model AS500-4+75(Figure 11)is a four compartment concrete tank configuration
with a chlorination device. It is comprised of a forward 400 gallon pre-treatment tank,an aeration
mixing zone,a settling or clarifier compartment and a rear 750 gallon flow line capacity pump tank
compartment.Wastewater first enters the pre-treatment tank compartment of the plant,then gravity
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flows through a 4"SDR 35 PVC inlet to the aeration mixing zone. The mixed liquid next enters the
clarifier compartment and continues to flow upward to the discharge pipe. From the plant's
discharge pipe, the final effluent passes through a chlorination device into the pump tank
compartment for storage and contact mixing. The treated and disinfected effluent is then safely
discharged, via an application pump, to a surface spray, subsurface drip, low pressure dose,
absorptive mound or other disposal area.
The results of the Aqua Safe®process are a clear, odorless effluent discharge, which meets and
exceeds state and national water quality standards.
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Aqua Safe Flow Diagram
400 Gal Capaci[� 12"Dia.Insp.Port Din.Rism
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AQUA SAFE® PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
INDIVIDUAL HOME WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
MODELS AS500, AS600, AS750, AS1000, & AS1500
Including EZ Models
A.S. 500 A.S. 600 A.S. 750 A.S. 1000 A.S. 1500
Treatment Capacity 500 GPD 600 GPD 750 GPD 1000 GPD 1500 GPD
Volumetric Capacity 1000 GAL. 1190 GAL. 1516 GAL. 2008 GAL. 2918 GAL.
Aeration Zone Capacity 848 GAL. 1000 GAL. 1288 GAL. 1706 GAL. 2349 GAL.
Clarifier Capacity 152 GAL. 190 GAL. 228 GAL. 302 GAL. 569 GAL.
BOD5 Loading 1.25#/DAY 1.50#/DAY 1.85 #/DAY 2.50#/DAY 3.75#/DAY
Aerator-Aqua Safe
Compressor ASC2532 ASC3342 ASC3352 ASC5082 ASC7510
DESIGN COMPONENTS AND MATERTIALS
Aeration Tank& Cover fiberglass or concrete
Clarifier polyethylene or fiberglass
Compressor Housing polyethylene, fiberglass, or concrete
PARTS LIST
Aeration Tank Fiberglass or Concrete item #1
Clarifier Fiberglass 2
Air Distribution System 3
Access Cover 20" Polyethylene or Concrete 4
Discharge Piping Assembly 5
Compressor Housing 6
DIMENSIONS
MODEL A (I.D.) B (HEIGHT)
AS500 5'6" 6'4"
AS600 6'0" 6'4"
AS750 6'9" 6'4"
AS1000 6'9" 8'2"
AS1500 8'2" 8'2"
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Aqua Safe AS 500 - 1500
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FIBERGLASS ,
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AQUA SAFE TREATMENT PLANTS
AIR LINE DIFFUSION
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UNIT DROP LINE(A) NO.HOLES PATTERN HOLE SIZE SPA
3/8" SIZE&LENGTH SIDE BOTTOM DISTRIBUTION
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3/4 O 3/8" 600 1 1/2"-64" 15 1 3/4X3/8 Stag 3/32" 1/2"Loop
3 A r 3/8" 750 1/2"-64" 12 1 3/4x3/8 Stag 1/8" 1/2"Loop
/hr OyYM 3/8" 1000 1/2"..86' 15 1 3/4X3/8 Stag 1/8" 3/4"Loop
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III. AQUA SAFE® RECOMMENDED PLANT INSTA
LLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Inspect entire treatment plant and component parts.
2. Select location of plant site which is accessible to the home sewer discharge line,at least ten(10)
feet from the home foundation, in an area that will not receive vehicular traffic. Prepare an
excavation site by digging a hole at least one (1) foot larger than the treatment plant and a depth
that will allow for sufficient coverage leaving approximately three(3)inches of the inspection port
to extend above normal ground level. The depth of the plant will be controlled by the depth of the
buildingsewer outlet lineplus the amount of proper fall required from the building sewer outlet to
p P
the inlet invert of the plant. The prepared excavation should have a solid, level bottom that will
eliminate plant settling. Additionally,the bottom of the excavated hole should be free of rocks or
sharp objects. Aqua Safe® plants should be installed on a bed of sand on undisturbed soil to
provide a solid flat base.
3.Utilizing lifting lugs provided,carefully place the plant in the excavation. The inlet line should
slope down toward the plant and the outlet line should slope down away from the plant. The plant
should be level to within one (1) inch, edge to edge. Aqua Safe® wastewater treatment plants
should only be connected to properly trapped and vented plumbing systems in compliance with state
and local plumbing codes.
4. Position the inlet and outlet lines and make the necessary connections. Clean-outs should be
installed at building sewer tie-in, any changes in direction of flow and at maximum intervals of
seventy(70) feet when using four(4) inch piping. The inlet line should be inserted and glued into
the inlet elbow and the discharge line should be inserted and glued into the outlet coupling. Open
the inspection port on top of the plant and make sure the discharge tee assembly in level and
centered in the clarifier prior to connecting discharge piping. Fill the tank with water to the point of
flowing discharge before backfilling. Backfill evenly around the plant,up to the bottom of the inlet
and outlet piping,taking care not to damage the tank or dislodge the piping. Backfill material must
be void of rocks, gravel,heavy clay or any type of material which might damage the tank.
5. The aerator compressor must be installed in a well ventilated,relatively clean and dry location.
Install the aerator compressor on the treatment plant's tank top or at a remote location no more than
one hundred(100)feet from the treatment plant. The aerator compressor is supplied complete with
all discharge fittings. Install 3/4" Sch.40 PVC piping(supplied by others)between the aerator and
treatment plant. Be careful not to allow any debris,dirt or mud in the airline during installation.A
minimum of twelve(12)inches ground cover is recommended over the 3/4"Sch.40 PVC air piping.
6. The electrical controls for the aerator compressor, visual and audible alarms for compressor
failure and high water conditions,dose/spray pump and/or timer are contained in a weather proof
enclosure. (See Figures 15-34). It may be installed in any above ground area where the warning
light is visible to the owner during the course of a normal day activities. It is recommended that the
control box be at least six (6) inches above ground level and in view of the aerator compressor
housing. All electrical wiring must comply with applicable standards and shall conform to the
requirements of the most current revision of the National Electrical Code.All electrical components
not supplied must comply with U.L. standards. We recommend that all electrical connections be
made by a licensed electrician.
7. Install electrical wiring(provided by others)to interconnect the aerator compressor and alarms to
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the electrical control panel. (See Figures 16-33). A minimum of twelve(12)inches of ground cover
is recommended over underground electrical conduit and wiring.
8. If required, install the application pump in the pump tank. (See the Aqua Safe®effluent pump
manual). Most aerobic system designs that include as a method of effluent disposal surface spray,
subsurface drip, or low pressure dosing should include the proper sized pump for the job. If not,
once the pumping conditions are determined,selection of the right pump will be determined by two
factors, pump capacity and total head needed. You must match the pump as closely to your
conditions as possible to get maximum pump efficiency and dependable operation. Install and set
the float switches to the appropriate level to comply with design and state requirements.(See Figures
20&21).
9. Run approved conduit and wiring to the pump tank from the control panel and have a qualified
electrician make wiring connections. (See figures 26-33 and Aqua Safe® pump manual). All
conduit running from the pump tank to control panel must be sealed with conduit sealant to prevent
moisture or gases from entering the panel.
10. The aerator compressors used on Aqua Safe®wastewater treatment plants run continuously.
They provide relatively quiet, energy efficient operation. Once properly connected,the electrical
control box is to be closed. Operate the aerator compressor by placing the on/off electrical circuit
(provided by others)in the ON position.
11. Turn on aerator compressor and check all air piping and fittings for leaks. This can be
accomplished by preparing a saturated solution of soap and water and applying to entire run of pipe
and fittings. If a leak is detected,effect repairs.
12. Carefully backfill all underground lines and the rest of the plant's excavation in a manner which
will not cause damage to the completed installation.
13. The Aqua Safe®plant is ready to receive incoming sewage.
IV.AQUA SAFE PLANT START UP
Initially the Aqua Safe® wastewater treatment plant is filled with clean water, usually from an
owner's water supply. As stated in the installation instructions,once all proper connections have
been completed and it is filled with water and the aerator compressor turned on,the system is now in
operation. For the treatment plant to be biologically stable,it will take from four(4)to twelve(12)
weeks after first using the plant to develop a population growth of microorganisms(bacteria). It is
these bacteria which make the treatment system operate.
V. OWNER MAINTENANCE CARE AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
Aqua Safe®home wastewater treatment plants have been designed and built by Ecological Tanks,
Inc.to provide long term,reliable and cost efficient service. Our treatment plants will operate with
a minimum amount of attention.
If service is required,reference the system's DATA PLATES located on the Aqua Safe®control
panel or aerator compressor for the plant's model number,the name,address and phone number of
the local service person that can provide service. The following procedures should be performed on
a routine basis to insure proper plant operation:
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DAILY: Check warning light and audible alarm located on the plant's control panel for air supply
malfunction or in system high water indication. If an alarm on condition is observed, it is an
indication of malfunction. First check the electrical circuit providing power to the system to insure
the circuit is closed. Check the aerator compressor to be sure it is operating. Check for over
heating,excessive vibrations and unusual noises. If aerator compressor failure is observed,call your
service provider for service. After a power outage,an alarm condition may exist. Should an alarm
remain on for more than thirty (30) minutes after power is restored, you should call your local
service provider to report the alarm.
WEEKLY: Check the treatment plant for offensive odor. If present call for service.
PERIODICALLY:Check and clean the air filter on aerator compressor. Rinse with warm water to
clean if necessary. Make sure filter is dry and re-install on aerator compressor.
RECOMMENDED: Frequency of solids removal is no more often than every two(2)to five (5)
years. Determination of the need for pumping can be made only by a trained service person by
testing the tank contents and/or effluent. The Aqua Safe®wastewater treatment plant should be
pumped when the settled solids are approximately sixty (60) percent of the total volume.
WARNING -Hydraulic displacement and tank flotation may occur whenever tanks are pumped.
Upon completion of pumping,tank must be refilled with water.Additionally,care should be taken
not to damage internal component parts. A certified Aqua Safe®service technician should oversee
tank pumping.
VI. OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
It is the owner's responsibility to operate the Aqua Safe®wastewater treatment plant to the best of
their ability. To keep maintenance to a minimum and insure high effluent quality, the following
items should not be permitted to enter the treatment plant:
1. Strong disinfectants or bleaches,other than small amounts used in day to day house cleaning and
laundries. Recommended detergents are low-sudsing, low phosphates and biodegradable.
Recommended cleaning products are non-chlorine, non-toxin, non-corrosive and biodegradable.
Anti-bacteria soaps should be avoided.
2. Backwash discharge from any type of water softeners.
grounds,chemical wastes,paint orpaint thinners,oils or grease(such as
3. Citrus products,coffee
used cooking grease),pet shampoo,pet dip disinfectant,pesticides,herbicides;automotive fluids or
any other toxins.
4. Disposable diapers, tampons, sanitary napkins, large quantities of paper products, tobacco
products,or similar items. Home brewery waste, strong medicines and antibiotics.
5. Waste material from a garbage disposal is not recommended without the use of a trash trap or
pretreatment tank preceding the Aqua Safe®plant. Food waste represents additional loading the
aerobic treatment unit would have to digest, increasing pump out intervals.
6. The Aqua Safe® wastewater treatment plant is designed for the treatment of domestic
wastewater and nothing else should go into it. During extended periods of intermittent or non-use,
such as vacation time,the aerobic bacteria inside the plant will decrease due to no food in the form
of incoming wastewater. The treatment plant will become biologically stable again soon after the
resumption of normal loading. The aerator compressor should be left on during periods of vacation
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time. During extended periods of absolute non-use (3 months or longer) the aerator compressor
should be removed,cleaned and stored with the compressor's inlet and outlet sealed. Additionally,
the air line piping should also be capped to prevent debris from entering the air distribution system.
The Aqua Safe®plant will not perform to its fullest capabilities if subject to hydraulic overloading.
This condition exists whenever excessive water, above the plants designed treatment capacity, is
allowed into the plant. Leaking plumbing fixtures or excessive water use may cause this condition.
Hydraulic overload may also occur on wash days, when multiple loads of laundry are washed in
succession.
for the infield operation of our plants. The proper
Ecological Tanks, Inc. is not responsiblep p p
operation of this wastewater treatment plant depends upon proper organic and hydraulic loading of
the plant. We cannot control the loading of substances in our plants that may upset its biological
balance. We can only provide a complete owner's manual which outlines materials that should be
kept out of the treatment plant. User operation instructions must be followed or warranties are
subject to invalidation.
WARNING! Ants and rodents are destructive to the mechanical and electrical equipment on
wastewater treatment plants. Care should be taken to prevent infestation of ants near the plant.
Damage or destruction of mechanical or electrical equipment by ants or rodents is not covered under
manufacturer's warranty.
Any and all safety requirements such as the electrical wiring, blower operation or plant discharge
concerning the owner,their families,friends,or guests is the sole liability of the owner(see warranty
and service policy).
The electrical control panel contains a schematic for the system. However, the electrical control
panel is sealed and contains no user serviceable parts. Test and alarm silence switches are located
on the outside of control panel.
WARNING! Service to the electrical control panel by a non-qualified person may result in a
electrical shock hazard resulting in serious injury or death. If service is required contact your local
authorized installer representative or maintenance provider.
Many states already require the use of a chlorination unit behind all mechanical treatment plants for
total effluent disinfection prior to final discharge. Ecological Tanks,Inc.recommends the use of a
disinfection device behind its mechanical plants for total effluent disinfection prior to final
discharge.
VII. INSTALLER/MAINTENANCE PROVIDER OPERATION, REPAIR AND
TROUBLESHOOTING
Previous sections in this manual have covered the Ecological Tanks,Inc.,Aqua Safe®system's
functions, specifications,design,proper installation procedure, start up,owner care and operation
instructions. If at this point you are not totally familiar with the material already covered, you
should read it again.
Please pay particular attention to the preceding section titled Owner's Responsibility. This section
covers information critical to the plants proper loading and function. You will find that this same.
information is listed in the Ecological Tanks,Inc.,Aqua Safe®Owner's Manual. Your assurance
of the owner's receipt of their manual and the explanation of it's contents is most critical to the
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plant's proper operation.
You will find, in the following sections of this manual, the Initial Service Policy. It covers
information required of you as a maintenance provider in order for you to provide service in
compliance with NSF/ANSI Standard 40. Additionally,most states have added to the requirements
of this policy. You must know and adhere to all other regulatory agency requirements concerning
mechanical plant service/maintenance standards.Ecological Tanks,Inc.,Aqua Safe®wastewater
treatment plants should be inspected every six months for proper operation. Two years of
maintenance is provided as a part of the systems certification requirements. Ongoing maintenance
is usually part of a service agreement maintained between an owner and maintenance provider.
Inspections should include any necessary adjustment of electrical controls and servicing of the
component parts and should include a visual check of hoses, wires, leads, contacts, cleaning of
filters, removal of organic particles, and testing of alarms to ensure proper function. An effluent
quality inspection consists of a visual check for color,turbidity,scum overflow,and an examination
for odors. A mixed liquor inspection may be necessary if the plant is not performing properly or if
offensive odors are present. If any improper operation is observed which cannot be corrected at that
time,the user shall be notified in writing immediately. This notification shall advise the owner of
the problem, if it is covered by the warranty, if not,the cost related to correcting the problem and
estimated date for correction of said problem.
VII-1. EXAMPLE OF A ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SERVICE
CALL
First check the system's control panel for any alarm or failure indication. Check the panel to insure
proper incoming power by testing the incoming power supply. If you know power is incoming into
the control panel, check the circuit feeding the control panel. Next, check the aerator simply to
insure that it is running and then go directly to the treatment plant for an effluent quality inspection
as outlined in the service policy section. At this point pay particular attention to odors you notice at
the plant(or pump tank if applicable). You may notice an earthy smell which is nothing more than
carbon dioxide gas emitted by the aerobic bacteria in the plant. There may be a sweet smell or no
smell at all and that's good. Should you experience an obnoxious odor,something is wrong. Access
the aeration mixing compartment,if necessary,to examine the mixed liquid and air diffusion system.
Return to the control panel, check for proper functions as outlined in this manual (See figures 15-
24), note the troubleshooting and repair guidelines covered in the referenced figures. Before
servicing the control panel and alarm system,disconnect power to the control panel.
Clean or replace the aerator compressor air filter at this time. If you experienced an offensive odor
when at the plant and heard little or no bubbling,finding a clogged or extremely dirty air filter may
be the problem. Turn on the aerator at this time and check for any air leak between the aerator and
the 3/4" Sch. 40 PVC piping. If a leak is detected, effect repair. If a leak is not detected, the
following steps should be taken.
Remove the aerator from the rubber hose connection and install a low pressure gauge between the
PVC piping and aerator. Turn on the aerator and note the pressure. If the line pressure is below 1.5
P.S.I.then there is a leak between the aerator and the air distribution system in the treatment plant or
the aerator's diaphragm is ruptured.(See the aerator compressor repair section)Determine the cause
and effect repairs at this time. If a pressure above 3.5 P.S.I. is noted, the air system piping or
diffuser assembly is blocked. You can clear the air distribution system's blockage by charging the
air distribution piping with compressed air(no more than 80 P.S.I.) Re-check the line pressure after
any maintenance procedure to the plant's air distribution piping to insure the correct pressure range.
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The normal line pressure should be between 1.83 PSI and 2.85 PSI.
The Aqua Safe®aerobic treatment plant was designed and tested with a specific aerator compressor
for each of its plant models (See Figure 35). Use only the specified aerator for each plant model
provided by Ecological Tanks,Inc. in accordance with NSF Standard 40.
If this particular system uses a gravity flow overland discharge,check to insure the discharge pipe or
manifold is open. Should the system employ spray irrigation or some other method of pumped
effluent disposal,you should check that method at this time.
While at the chlorination or pump tank,if applicable,note the condition of the chlorination or other
type of disinfection devise. Make sure that the disinfection devise is designed to insure effluent
contact with the disinfection agent during periods of final effluent flow into the pump tank. Note the
chlorine supply and check to insure that chlorine tablets are not caking inside the chlorinator
resulting in no tablet to effluent contact. Effect necessary repairs if needed.
Continue at the pump tank by checking the condition of the application pump and it's electrical
connections. Note the positions of the pump on,off,override and high water float switches. Make
sure they are properly positioned, operable and secured. Note the condition of the application
pump's inlet screen. Clean or replace as necessary. Check to insure the pump is properly seated in
the pump tank and note the condition of the pump's drop pipe as it extends from the pump discharge
opening to the exit point out of the pump tank. Refer to Troubleshooting Guide found on the back
page of the Aqua Safe® effluent pump manual if application pump problems warrant corrective
action or repair.
Some counties require the use of a spin or disc filter in line between the pump tank and spray
application area. If subsurface drip application is used,you should always have a filter assembly in
line between the pump tank and drip field. Counties that require the use of in-line spin or disc
filters,as well as drip tubing manufactures alike,prescribe the use of the filter size and micron rating
(normally 100 microns). Only approved filters should be used. If spin or disc filters are used they
should be removed and cleaned or replaced and re-installed at this time.
Continue by next checking the condition of the final effluent distribution piping system to include
the surface spray or subsurface drip application area. Be sure that the distribution piping system and
any repairs to the system conform to the applicable rules governing the construction of that system.
Note any ponding or run off from the disposal area;determine the cause if either of these conditions
exist. Probable cause would be either hydraulic overload of system or improperly sized disposal
area. If water is ponding in the disposal area, it may flow back into the pump tank if the in-line
check valve between the pump tank and disposal area is not completely closing after each pump
cycle. Note any non-compliance conditions that may exist in the effluent disposal area and arrange
for corrective measures.
Activate the application pump and check the spray pattern and condition of the spray heads in the
surface application area. Strainer screens if used in the spray heads may require cleaning. Any
irregular spray pattern or damaged spray head must be noted on the reporting record and repaired.
Also note the condition of the vegetation growth in the surface application area. Tall grass,weeds or
bushes should be cut or trimmed.Notify the person responsible for performing that task and insure
that it is done.
If a subsurface drip application field is used,the system should be flushed at each regular service
visit. Systems must be equipped to flush the contents of the lines back to the pretreatment tank when
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flushing is used duringthe pumping cycle,the contents
intermittent flushing is used. If continuous us g p p g y ,
of the lines must be returned to the pump tank. Check the atmospheric vents in the drip field to
insure that they will open to vent and are readily accessible for inspection or service.
Recommended procedures for taking effluent samples are outlined in Section VIII of this manual,
titled Effluent Sampling Requirements.
Be sure to follow the steps outlined in the Initial Service Policy,number 3,should you observe any
improper condition affecting the plants proper operation which cannot be readily repaired.
VH-2 AERATOR COMPRESSOR REPAIR
Linear aerator compressors(See Figure 36-38)are used on all models ofthe Aqua Safe®wastewater
P gq
treatment plants. They provide quite energy efficient operation. Additionally, rotary vane
compressors(See Figures 39-42)are provided upon request, in-lieu of linear aerator compressors.
All aerator compressors on all models of the Aqua Safe®aerobic wastewater treatment plants run
continuously.
Periodical aerator compressor maintenance will help you to operate the aerator in the optimum
condition and insure longer aerator life. Air filters should be cleaned every four months and
replaced as necessary. Ecological Tanks,Inc.recommends that the air filters be replaced once a
year. The plant's air distribution piping pressure should be measured at least once per year. Aerator
compressors should be operated at the recommended output pressure range which is between 1.5 and
3.5 P.S.I. Aerator life is shortened if operations outside of the specified pressure ranges occur.
Ecological Tanks, Inc. recommends the diaphragm blocks on linear aerator compressors be
replaced every three years. We also recommend that the vanes be replaced every four years on
rotary vane aerator compressors. Referring to figures 36-42,note the following text for diaphragm
block and vane replacement procedures:
LINEAR COMPRESSOR HEAD AND DIAPHRAGM REPLACEMENT
1. Remove linear blower from electrical power and move to a well lit spot.
2. Remove the top plastic cover and discard the filter element.
3. Turn the blower over and remove (4) screws using either a#2 Phillips screwdriver or a 10 mm
socket.
4. Remove the top housing and internal filter.
5. On Secoh,Thomas,and Gast HP series,remove the drive cover by taking out(4)Phillips screws.
6. Carefully,inspect the shuttle assembly and electric coils. Any damage to these components will
require replacing the linear blower.
7. Using a pair of pliers, slide the hose clamp down the discharge hose and remove the hose from
the head assembly.
8. Remove the head assembly by taking out(4) Phillips screws and separating the head from the
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diaphragm casing by prying the two pieces apart at the notch in the head.
9. Remove the diaphragm lock nut and washer. Slide the diaphragm block off the shuttle stud.
NOTE: On the Gast units only,the diaphragm ring will also be removed during this operation.
10. Install the new diaphragm and casing by sliding the diaphragm over the shuttle stud and
centering the diaphragm casing in the housing. Install the washer. Place(1)small drop of Loctite
thread lock on the end of the stud and install the nut. Tighten to 14 in. lbs.
11. Install a new head assembly by locating the head over the diaphragm casing and tightening the
(4)Phillips screws.
12. Slide the discharge hose back on the head and replace the clamp.
13. Follow procedure#7 thru 12 for the opposite side.
14. Install the internal filter and replace the blower cover.
15. Install the (4)Phillips screws,replace the filter element, and replace the filter cover.
16. Return unit to service.
ROTARY COMPRESSOR VANE REPLACEMENT
1. Unplug compressor, disconnect piping and move to a suitable work area.
2. Remove(5) 7/16" hex bolts and remove front cover and gasket(if present).
3. Remove vanes while paying particular attention to the proper orientation of vanes in the rotor.
4. Using low pressure compressed air,blow out any dust or carbon particles from rotor and cylinder.
(Always use safety glasses when performing this procedure).
5. Inspect the rotor, cylinder, and front cover for any signs of metal contact or cracks.
6. Rotate the rotor by hand to be sure the motor and bearings are free.
7. Install a new set of(4)vanes into the rotor slots.
8. With the motor resting on its base, rotate the rotor by hand to insure the vanes move freely.
9. Install the front cover and torque the (5)hex bolts to 10 ft.-lbs.
10. Replace the felt washers on the inlet filter.
11. Prior to installing compressor back on system, plug the unit in and let it run for a couple of
minutes. Unit should have a constant hum and should not exhibit any excess vibration.
12. Unplug the unit and listen for the coast down of the compressor. The compressor should coast
down to a dead stop. If the unit stops immediately,go back to step#2 and check for any metal to
metal rubbing.
13. Install unit back on plant.
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VII-3. METHODS FOR EVALUATION OF EFFLUENT AND MIXED
LIQUOR
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
Offensive odor from Aerator or air piping Check aerator, air
plant and effluent. defective, leaking or piping and alarm system.
or clogged
Murky to gray mixed Plant starving due to Confer with homeowner
liquor with semi-clear infrequent loading, hydraulic regarding loading.
effluent having a sour overloading, or oversized Remember it may take 4 to
odor. pretreatment tanks resulting 12 weeks for a new plant
in totally anaerobic,or low to start.
BOD influent.
Black colored mixed Plant receiving little or no Check aerator, air piping
liquor&effluent having aeration due to defect in &alarm system.
a totally septic odor aerator or air piping.
void of dissolved oxygen,
having a approximate
pH between 6.5 & 8.
Black colored mixed Plant loaded or dosed with Confer with homeowner
liquor&black tinted influent that prohibits growth regarding loading. Adjust
effluent having an of aerobic bacteria pH to between 6.5 & 8.5
offensive odor&acidic dose system with approved
pH bacterial additives to
help restart micro-
bacterial growth or pump
tank for fresh start.
Brown mixed liquor Developed population of Confer with homeowner
with a viscous, brown filamentous microorganisms regarding proper plant
foam having an in aeration zone due to low loading. Adjust pH to
obnoxious odor in the food to microorganism ratios, 6.5 & 8.5. Dose plants
mixing zone with semi- the presence of toxins or im- mixing zone with approved
clear highproper er 1 ar effluent in pH level. bacterial additive.
p
TSS
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action
Chocolate brown mixed Plant working properly with None required
liquor with clear effluent effluent pH between 6.5 &
quality having only a 8.5 and D.O. level between
slight earthy smell in 1 and 5.5 mg/L.
mixing zone.
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VIII. EFFLUENT SAMPLING REQUIREMENTS
When properly loaded,operated and maintained the Aqua Safe®wastewater treatment plant should
provide an effluent quality consistent with the E.P.A. secondary treatment guideline parameters.
The expected final discharge from the plant should provide an effluent quality of:
less than 25 mg/1. CBOD5
less than 30 mg/1. TSS
pH of 6to9
Test results conducted by Baylor University's Department of Environmental Studies in accordance
with NSF/ANSI Standard 40 requirements showed the Aqua Safe®wastewater treatment plant to
have a 30 day effluent average of:
2.37 mg/l. CBOD5
2.11 mg/l. TSS
Ecological Tanks, Inc. recommends that ALL fmal effluent samples be taken in the effluent
discharge line or the effluent pump discharge line at a sampling port designed for that purpose,but
always after the chlorine contact tank. We recommend allowing the effluent to flow through the
discharge pipe for a minimum of two(2)minutes before taking the sample.
VIII-1. SAMPLING AND TESTING PROCEDURE FOR BOD5 OR TSS
1. Effluent grab samples to be analyzed for BOD5 or TSS should be done by a certified testing lab.
The certified lab should provide you with information concerning proper sample collection to
include volume,storage and labeling of sample. For a fee,most labs will provide the glass or plastic
bottles to be used.
2. Always follow your testing lab's instructions concerning proper sample labeling,collection,and
storage.
For the referenced sample collection in this section,the testing lab's minimum instructions should
be:
A)Label each sample to include:
*Name and physical address of owner
* Time and date of collection
* Desired test
*Name of person collecting sample
B)Collect samples only in clean glass or polyethylene bottle or jar at a volume specified by the
lab.
C) Store samples in a cooler to near freezing temperature as soon as samples are collected.
D) Deliver samples for analysis within six(6)hours of collection.
3. Activate the application pump and collect the sample from the sample port in the pump tank or
from fresh flow in the effluent discharge line after the disinfection devise.
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VHI-2. TESTING FOR SOLIDS REMOVAL
1. As previously noted in other sections of this manual a sample of mix liquor should be taken from
the aerobic plant's aeration mixing compartment to determine the suspended solids content of the
aeration compartment.
2. Using a clear glass or plastic graduated cylinder,let the sample settle for thirty(30)minutes. If
the settled amount of suspended solids is greater than sixty percent(60%)after thirty(30)minutes,
the aerobic tank should be pumped out.
VIII-3. OTHER TESTING
1. To determine the composition of the aerobic plant's influent wastewater strength,collect a grab
sample from the flow between the pre-treatment tank and aerobic treatment plant.
2. Samples should be taken from fresh flow directly out of the pre-tank's outlet baffle. Refer to
information covered earlier in this section for proper handling of a sample from the job site to a
certified testing lab.
3. Influent grab samples,at a minimum,should be analyzed for BOD5,TSS,COD,and pH. A pH
test can be done on the job site by following the simple instructions with your pH test kit. However,
BOD5, TSS,and COD tests should be conducted by a certified lab.
4. The need to determine the concentration of other influent contaminates may arise. Collect,
handle and test the samples in the same manner as outlined in this section.
5. The typical composition of untreated residential wastewater for the suggested parameters is:
BOD5 180 to 200 mg/1
TSS 180 to 200 mg/1
COD 75 to 150 mg/1
pH 6 to 9
IX. ORDERING OF SYSTEMS, PARTS, AND MANUALS
Ecological Tanks, Inc.,Aqua Safe@ maintains ample supplies of parts to meet the needs of new
sales, replacement parts, warranty parts, and manuals. Please feel free to call us or your local
distributor so we can help meet these needs.
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SOURCES FOR OBTAINING REPLACEMENT PARTS OR
COMPONENTS
Replacement parts or components may be obtained from your local
installer/distributor or from:
Ecological Tanks, Inc.
2247 Hwy 151 N.
Downsville, LA 71234
Office: 318-644-0397
Fax: [phone]
PARTS LIST
Refer to system, aerobic control and aerator compressor schematics.
DATA PLATE / SERVICE LABELS INFORMATION
AQUA SAFE ®
Ecological Tanks,Inc.
NSF 2247 Hwy 151 N.
Downsville,LA 71234
318-644-0397
COMPONENT Model#ASXXXX-XXX
Class 1 Size XXXX GPD
For service call your local service provider
The above weatherproof vinyl label is permanently affixed to the front of the electrical control panel.
AQUA SAFE
Ecological Tanks,Inc.
2247 Hwy 151 N.
Downsville,LA 71234
NSF318-644-0397
Serial#ASXXXXXXX
Model#ASXXXX-XXX
Class 1 Size XXXX GPD
For service call your local service provider
The above weatherproof vinyl label is permanently affixed to the aerator compressor
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HIBLOW HP80-01 3A Compressor Alarm Module
Operating Instructions
Danger: Do not attempt to open the alarm module. If the unit is connected to electricity,
opening of the alarm module can result in a risk of electric shock.
A Danger: Service of the alarm module should only be done by a qualified electrician or
serviceman.
A Danger: If the outside of the alarm module or light lens becomes cracked or damaged, unplug
or shut-off the electric power immediately and contact an electrician or serviceman.
7\ Caution: Do not carry the unit by the alarm module or electrical cord. It could damage the
alarm module.
Light Lens Alarm Module
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1111
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1 1
- ,• Toggle Switch -
�IIV The three position toggle switch is clearly labeled
/TN on the alarm module.
RUN • S'J' RUN : During normal operation the switch is in the
MUTE TEST m(
am TEST "RUN" or center position.
MUTE : The"MUTE" position will silence the
audible alarm while leaving the visual alarm
operational.
TEST : The "TEST" position will activate both the
miaimm audible and visual alarms to check to see if they
are working.
In Case of an Alarm .
The alarm module audible alarm (buzzer) and visual alarm (light) are intended to
signal a system malfunction. Contact your service provider whenever you hear or
see the alarm when the switch is in the "RUN" or center position. The "MUTE"
position can be used to silence the audible alarm until the service provider arrives.
Ecological Tanks,Inc. Patent Pending 03/2004
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Aerobic Control
, AQuAlsAFE®
Installation Instructions and Operation/Troubleshooting Manual
Control panels must be installed and serviced by a
licensed electrician in accordance with the National Electric
AWARNING! Code NFPA-70, state and local electrical codes.
ELE cTRIcaL SHOCK t � All conduit running from the tank to the control panel must be
all i t�efore sealed with conduit sealant to prevent moisture or gases from
servicing.Failure to do so could result entering the panel.
in serious injury or death.
lir
Installation
The aerobic treatment system panel is designed to operate an air
compressor and effluent pump, in addition to providing air com-
pressor fail and high water level alarm functions.
NOTE: Options ordered may affect the number of floats and
their functions. Please reference the schematic provided with
the control panel for proper installation.
Installation of Floats
CAUTION: if float switch cables are not wired and mounted in the
correct order, the pump system will not function properly.
WARNING: Turn off all power before installing floats in pump
chamber. Failure to do so could result in serious or fatal electrical
shock.
1. Label floats for specific operation (high water alarm, pump on/
off and timer override). See schematic for float options.
2. Determine your normal operating level as illustrated in
Figure 1.
3. Mount float switches at appropriate levels via stationary device
as illustrated in Figure 2 & 3. Be sure that floats have free
range of motion without touching each other or other equip-
ment in the basin.
QUASAFE®
Mounting the Control Panel
1. Determine mounting location for panel. If distance exceeds the
length of either the float switch cables or the pump power
cables, splicing will be required. For outdoor or wet installation,
we recommend the use of a liquid-tight junction box with liquid-
tight connectors to make required connections.
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FIGURE 20

Installation Instructions
2. Mount control panel. 8. Determine location for mounting junction box according to
state and local code requirements. Mount junction box to
3. Route 1/8"airline tubing from'T'at compressor manifold to proper support. Do not mount the junction box inside the
i
control panel. tank.
4. Slide 1/8"airline tubing over bulkhead connector on bottom 9. Run conduit to junction box. Drill proper size holes for the
of control panel. type of conduit used. Attach connectors to junction box.
5. Determine conduit entrance locations on control panel. 10. Identify and label each wire before pulling through conduit
NOTE: Be sure the power supply voltage and phase are the into control panel and junction box. Make wire splice con
same as the motors being installed. If in doubt,see the nections at junction box.
identification plates for voltage/phase requirements. 11. Firmly tighten all fittings on junction box.
6. Knock out proper size holes for type of connectors being 12. If a junction box is not required, identify and label pump cable
used. before pulling through conduit into control panel.
NOTE: If usimg conduit, be sure that it is of adequate size to
l pull the pump and switch cables through. 13. Connect pump and switch wires to terminals as seen on
7. Attach cable connectors and/or conduit connectors to wiring diagram.
control panel.
14. Connect"power-in"conductors to proper locations: 120 volt 1
FOR INSTALLATION REQUIRING A SPLICE, AC power(Hot(Li)and Neutral(N))to terminals as seen on
FOLLOW STEPS 8-11; wiring diagram provided with control panel.
FOR INSTALLATION WITHOUT A SPLICE,
GO TO STEP 12. VERIFY CORRECT OPERATION OF CONTROL PANEL
AFTER INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE.
NOTE: The compressor fail alarm will sound until the
system has reached normal operating pressure.
I secure cads
ands
C."
PMGN
/------.
i° WATER
15 inch(9 cm)
tile t Aid minimum
'Aii
tether length ' /
' /�i'h1s� between
strap
IIIIt /Ie
between
40
Normal , - Pumping / and pipe ,�
operating LEI `r�iillal ��1
�x
,i 1 ,. �(r ,II ,`
! OFF. Ili • 4 inch(tO cm) I�\' 1 ... ......,„,..
I See FIGURE 3 .'i for mounting `��� i`t' minimumgo �`IIIl1 �.e space
clamp detail pi i t � i��j tether length ��I \ ties
Niapi inch,in
ce61e (25 ch
A ad apart
Wrap
head releasable tab
FIGURE 1 -SJE wide angle*float system FIGURE 2-Pipe clamp mounting detail FIGURE 3-Pipe clamp mounting detail
`Junior Super Single® for high water alarm float for pump on/off float.
(See chart below to determine
pumping range)
Determining Pumping Range in Inches (1 inch = 2.5 cm)
Use only as a guide.Pumping ranges are based on testing in non-turbulent conditions.Range may vary due to water temperature and cord shape-
Note:As the tether length increases,so does the variance of the pumping range.
Junior Super Single® tether length 6 10 ' .. 15
pumping range pumping�
.r 6"
gam' '? Y
range 8.5 13 5fize 17 zik
(ARM-Papa i 1

Installation Instructions
Setting the timer (optional)
0 j O The timer is a 24 hour time clock with 15 minute
increment settings. The captive trippers change the
1 12 'Iil '� 9 SPDT relay state when pushed toward the outside.
%
1. Setting time of day
`I' '' 1 2 ,8 (a) Synchronize the timer by aligning arrow at the 2:00
'I1� position of inner face with the corresponding time of day
� printed on the outer ring. NOTE: Power must be ON to
`� u7 V keep time synchronization.
-� 9 cl 411 -N- 2. Setting ON time and duration
. ��� Locate desired activation times) on outer ring (b) and
��' 'd- push trippers to the outside(c). Each tripper represents
, 15 minutes activation time. Push as many trippers back
,� ail. as desired for duration time.When the timer reaches the
40 6 At first tripper, the timer SPDT contacts will change state
and turn ON.It will remain ON for as long as the following
6
trippers arepushed out. When timergoes past last
PP
�I 1 Z� C tripper,the timer will return to the OFF mode.The timer
has a selector for(d)OFF(0),AUTOMATIC(blank),and
O O MANUAL OVERRIDE (I) modes.
FIGURE 3 -Timer detail
Operations
The Aqua Safe aerobic control was designed to The alarm circuit, compressor circuit,and effluent pump
operate a single-phase air compressor and effluent pump. circuit each contain a thermal-magnetic circuit breaker for
The control incorporates an audio/visual alarm for high branch circuit protection and disconnect.
water conditions and air compressor fail. A test/normal/ Certain models of the aerobic control utilize a 24-hour
silence switch,which is located on the side of the enclo- timer to control the effluent pump.The effluent pump is
sure, allows the user to test the alarm horn and light, or controlled by a pump switch for dosing sizes and a timer for
silence the horn while keeping visual indication. The alarm selecting periods of the day to allow dosing or spraying.A
indication will remain active until the condition is cleared. timer override float may be included as an option to allow
The high water alarm is activated via a normally open float dosing/spraying in high demand situations.
switch. The air compressor fail alarm is activated either by
a circuit breaker trip or a low air pressure condition.
NOTE: If the horn is silenced in an alarm condi-
tion, the switch must be returned to the "normal"or center
position once the problem has been cleared.
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Model 103 Field Wiring Diagram
CONTROL PANEL
r r
QBare Copper
• •�. Black
W
H :
0-C aC. cac i Q White
W Q Q G G G • •a• .
Isolated Z 5 5 ODD Chassis • • ••• Incoming Power
Neutral _ I 0 Cl- Ground • • • from
Q © Ail © Q 0 [ ] TB1 0 • . Service Entrance
• _ •
• • Panel
ems--- ----- ---- ---- ---- . • :
e ••• •••• ••• ••• • Branch Circuit rating:
••. •••.•• ••• 120/60/1,20 Amps
•••••• •••• •�••• W/Short Circuit
Current
*••••• •• ••..•••••, ■..• • •••• •
• rating of5kArms
•..• symmetrical
(BLACK) �•••••. a. . ... _ ..
ALARM (WHITE
FLOAT
SWITCH CONTACT,
RATED 120/60/1 VAC,
1 AMP MIN
(BLACK) AERATOR
ULAPPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC
PUMP (WHITE) FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
FLOAT THERMALLY
RATED 120/60/1 VAC PROTECTED
1/2 HP MIN
PUMP
ULAPPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC,
1/2 HP MAX,
THERMALLY
PROTECTED
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection, wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring -#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 3R Enclosure.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 103 Schematic Diagram
"PUMP" —f
20A CB
"COMP" •—f
15A CB
"ALRM" •—• .- —
15A CB TEST/MUTE
• SWITCH
♦ ALARM
• * • LAMP
O
• ~ PUMP TEST
ALARM SWITCH
HORN
Chassis
Ground
0 5 TB1 G
Isolated w < Q 0_ a -
Neutral Z •C 2 2
J = 1 0 D
0
a
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Model 105 (Metal Demand) Field Wiring Diagram
CONTROL PANEL
•.,a Q Bare Copper
I— • 0•<-1 Black
W ;.
I—
CL d w d G White
W Q Q 2 `) 2
Isolated Z 5 5 0 D o D Chassis Incoming Power
-1 Neutral = = U - z a- Ground •• • from
[�N Q L i T © 111 El©i TB1 Service Entrance
• • Panel
•, ; : r Branch Circuit rating: -1••. ...... •••••••,•• ••• i 120/60/1,20 Amps
•.� � �•'• ;• W/Short Circuit
• •.• ••' . Current
of 5kA
••••••••• ••h••.••••••• w•..•. •...•.....•• •••••••.•.••,•••••••• rating
s
symmetrical
•••
BLACK)
ALARM HITE
FLOAT
SWITCH CONTACT,
RATED 120/60/1 VAC,
1 AMP MIN
AERATOR
Ali(BLACK) UL APPROVED
PUMP IFRATED 120/60/1 VAC
FLOAT (WHITE FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
RATED 120/60/1 VAC THERMALLY
1/2 HP MIN PROTECTED
PUMP
UL APPROVED
RATED 120/60/1VAC,
1/2 HP MAX,
THERMALLY
PROTECTED
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection, wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring-#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 3R Enclosure.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 105 (Metal Demand) Schematic Diagram
"PUMP" —f
20A CB
"COMP"
15A CB
"ALRM" �.�.--•
15A CB TEST/MUTE
• SWITCH
ALARM
LAMP
• • • —
•
O AIR
• • SWITCH
PUMP TEST
ALARM SWITCH
HORN o
w
Chassis
Ground
L 1 12 © Q ❑5 6 TB1
Isolated W < Q f -
Neutral Z 2 2
2 2 0 D
U W
d
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II
Model 106 (Metal Timed) Field WiringDiagram I
9
CONTROL PANEL
QBare Copper
w w t•CI Black
W Q Q 2 w �•C White
Isolated Z 5 5 O D > D Chassis
Neutral 71 _ = U d O d Ground Incoming Power
i ; . • from
LN 1 :- 1� 0 El 111 ©; TB1 :; Service Entrance
•• Panel
• • °" .
..• ••. '• •• • • • Branch Circuit
ALARM FLOAT •• •• •' rating:
••••• •••••. ••'••• •••• 120/60/1,20 Amps
SWITCH CONTACT, •... •• •• W/Short Circuit
RATED 120/60/1 VAC, •• ••.. • �•�.. •■ •■■•"'.... .••••• ratinCurg ofrent ms
kA
1 AMP MIN (BLACK) ••••• •••••in'••..•••• symmetrical
(WHITE)
I
(BLACK)
OVERRIDE
FLOAT (WHITE)
RATED 120/60/1 VAC
1/2 HP MIN
(BLACK) AERATOR
ULAPPROVED
(WHITE) RATED 120/60/1 VAC
PUMP FLOAT • FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
RATED 120/60/1 VAC THERMALLY PROTECTED
1/2 HP MIN I
PUMP
ULAPPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC,
1/2 HP MAX,
THERMALLY
, PROTECTED
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection,wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring -#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 3R Enclosure.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 106 (Metal Timed) Schematic Diagram
"PUMP" —4," -•
20A CB
"COMP" •-44- 0
15A CB
"ALRM" �f•--�
15A CB
•
ALARM
•
LAMP
•OCOD AIR
24Hr.
• • SWITCH TIMER
TEST/MUTE
SWITCH ALARM •
HORN l PUMP TEST
SWITCH
• Chassis
Ground
L 1 [ [ 4 5 s TB1
Isolated W Q Q a a W '
Neutral Z_ 2 2 a
-i S 2 0 D E I-
U a
W
> 2
0 a
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Model 202 (Poly Demand) Field Wiring Diagram
CONTROL PANEL
r r
QBare Copper
~ CI Black
to •,,•
W
1—
d tl w ° a White
w fx fx 2 2 '' 2 •
Isolated Z -J 0 D o D Chassis Incoming Power
Neutral 71 < < U tZ Z d Ground from
QN r0 �3 0 Q5 © 70; TB1 r _ Service Entrance
'-�' - Panel
. • .
120/60/1,20 AmpsW/Short Circuit
♦ ••••• Cu•�••••• . nt
•••••••••••• brig Of5kA fmS
....•• symmetrical
BLACK)
(0(WHITE)
ALARM FLOAT
SWITCH CONTACT,
RATED 120/60/1 VAC,
1 AMP MIN
IAERA(BLACK)
TOR
x, UL APPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC
(WHITE) FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
PUMP FLOAT THERMALLY PROTECTED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC I
1/2 HP MIN
PUMP
ULAPPROVED
RATED 120/60/1VAC,
1/2 HP MAX,
THERMALLY
PROTECTED
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection,wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring -#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 4X Enclosure.
If used, metal conduit fittings must provide means to bond conduit to ground terminal.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 202 (Poly Demand) Schematic Diagram
"PUMP" —�
20A CB
"COMP" •--•
10A CB
"ALRM" •—f•—•
10A CB
•
ALARM
• LAMP
• i 1Q•
T M O AIR
• �] • SWITCH PUMP TEST
TEST/MUTE O SWITCH
SWITCH ALARM
HORN o
Chassis
° Ground
tEl ;[ 2 0 ©I6f j TB1
Isolated W 2 a I
Neutral Z O ?
Q U EL
a
a
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Model 203 (Poly Timed) Field Wiring Diagram
CONTROL PANEL
r r
CBare Copper
♦•<11 Black
W
2 2 a n- 0 d Q White
w cc cc 2 2 cc 2
Isolated Z -j _1 0 ) > ) Chassis •
Neutral -71 < < U a- 0 Q. Ground Incoming Power from
r i
Service Entrance Panel
nN :1=l �2 ❑3 El ❑5 © El: TB1 •• Branch Circuit rating:
• - : 120/60/1,20 Amps
�--- ---- ------ --- �'--- • W/ShortCircuitCurrent
'. •••
••, .•• .• rating of 5kA rms
ALARM FLOAT ••. ••.� • •�.•� symmetrical
SWITCH CONTACT,
RATED 120/60/1 VAC, ••��•.• ••••••ft.... ••••••••
1 AMP MIN • •'••• ■■
•
(BLACK) .,... .
(WHITE)
(BLACK)
OVERRIDE
FLOAT (WHITE)
RATED 120/60/1 VAC
1/2 HP MIN
(BLACK) AERATOR
ULAPPROVED
PUMP FLOAT (WHITE) • RATED 120/60/1 VAC
RATED 120/60/1 VAC FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
1/2 HP MIN THERMALLY PROTECTED
PUMP
UL APPROVED
RATED 120/60/1VAC,
1/2 HP MAX,
THERMALLY
PROTECTED
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection,wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring-#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 4X Enclosure.
If used, metal conduit fittings must provide means to bond conduit to ground terminal.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 203 (Poly Timed) Schematic Diagram
"PUMP" —•%
20A CB
"COMP" 40—•%
10A CB
"ALRM" .—•�•--.
10ACB
•
ALARM
l, LAMP
11.14 O
00� AIR
24 Hr.
• • SWITCH TIMER
TEST/MUTE
SWITCH ALARM •
HORN PUMP TEST
SWITCH
• Chassis
Ground
N 2 E5 E7 ; TB1
Isolated w g a. a 0
Neutral Z O j j w
Q Q U a 0 ~
2
d
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MODEL 206 Field Wiring Diagram CONTROL PANEL
TB2 (For In Coming
Telephone Line
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rL Q W _1 O ;•
O
n. rL a cc Q White
= w O O
Isolated Z g O OO D D II = Chassis
Neutral J 1 2 U a I- a U 0 Ground Incoming Power
• • from
0 :0 0 3 0 0 © 7 ElC: • • Service Entrance
L
Panel
• a . Branch Circuit rating:
•• re • 120/60/1,20 Amps
•.• •* • W/Short Circuit
•. •.••• s� Current
•''• •.•• rating of 5kA rms
•••••••••.••.'•`,. ..... ...... .....
symmetrical
ALARM
FLOAT
OVERRIDE AERATOR
FLOATr-- —.0... ---.
ULAPPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC
FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
THERMALLY PROTECTED
PUMP
FLOAT
IGREEN 2
BLACK 3
x .. PUMP WHITE 1
UL APPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC,
PUMP 1/2 HP MAX,
THERMALLY
'` ' PROTECTED
CHLORINE LEVEL
' ` SENDING UNIT
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection, wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring -#12-#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 4X Enclosure.
If used, metal conduit fittings must provide means to bond conduit to ground terminal.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15-20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 227 / RDPA Field Wiring Diagram
ALARM UNIT CONTROL UNIT
(INDOOR UNIT) (OUTDOOR UNIT)
(Section 1 of 2) (Section 2 of 2)
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Z 0 2 p 0 H w
Z W Z CC W Z
Z J < (� Z J Q
TB1 ;T n n [1: C C 3 'U Twist Nut
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Incoming Power
from _co L a_ Branch Circuit
Service Entrance C0 v rating:
Panel ` 120/60/1,20 Amps
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection, wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring -#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. External components (compressor and/or pumps) supplied by others and must be
U. L. approved thermally protected motors.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model 227 / RDPA Schematic Diagram
(Section 2 of 2) (Section 1 of 2)
ALARM UNIT CONTROL UNIT
(INDOOR UNIT) (OUTDOOR UNIT)
ALARM • e; •
itAMP 10A PUSH TO /
• • RESET CB —! i
_ DISCONNECT
�� NNOO- NC SWITCH
DUAL AIR SWITCH
TEST/MUTE
RECEPTICAL
SWITCH ALARM
HORN IA
CD ..-• Y
N L N N
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Model RAB BASIC Field Wiring Diagram
REMOTE ALARM UNIT
MI LINE IN (Black)
ALARM (Red)
[� NEUTRAL (White)
TB1 (Section 2 of 2)
CONTROL PANEL
r
(Section 1 of 2) o
Y t Z
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cc
a CIBare Copper
oco 0
'�
111
RECEPTACLE Q .•' Black
//-�—I�
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Incoming Power
�• �•r-- .• from
••••'••....
........ ......... ■
• .....�.......�.•..••.•••• Service Entrance
Panel
AERATOR
UL APPROVED
RATED 120/60/1 VAC
FLA-5 AMPS MAX.
THERMALLY PROTECTED
Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection, wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring -#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 4X Enclosure.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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Model RAB BASIC Schematic Diagram
(To Remote Alarm Unit)
LINE IN(Black) C
ALARM(Red)
NEUTRAL(White)
(Section 1 of 2)
(Section 2 of 2) CONTROL PANEL
REMOTE ALARM UNIT
ALARM 10A PUSH TO
RESET CB • er
• • 1-1 LAMP _ _ DISCONNEC
a0D
NO= NC` SWITCH
ODUAL AIR SWITCH
• --•
TEST/MUTE
SWITCH ALARM RECEPTICAL
HORN
•
•
G '[ E. �2 �, TB1
TB1 ;O [ 301
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Z Q H 0 w
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it
MODEL DRP-1, 120VAC DRIP CONTROL PANEL,
SINGLE FIELD, Field Wring Diagram
Software version DRP-0001-0000
r
r i Cl
w : \ Bare Copper
W J w I
TB1 O > ¢ ••.i'� Black
0' >
❑
Lij w Q White
O � O O O j :°.
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•
2 2 0- a a. ❑ o_ >Lu w ❑ from
w CC II M M M IY M —I J w CHASIS Service Entrance
a ¢ OU a 0 O a > LI u GROUND Panel.
Cl :L.J ©❑3 0 ©©O n CUD gi •
• Branch Circuit
-:- — - _ •
rating:
- ---- " : 120/60/1,20 Amps
`•• •• .. • •
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ALARM FLOAT ••. ..•• Current
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Notes for field installed components:
1. Main Disconnect, Branch Circuit Protection,wiring and external components to be provided by installer.
2. Field wiring-#12—#10 AWG, 60°C min, use copper conductors only.
3. Field installed conduit fittings must be rated for use with Type 4X Enclosure.
If used, metal conduit fittings must provide means to bond conduit to ground terminal.
4. Torque Terminal Block, Neutral and Ground screws to 15—20 in-lbs.
5. Conduit openings must be sealed around wiring with an electrical grade(non-corrosive)sealant to
prevent potentially harmful vapors from entering the control panel.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
NOTE: Power must be on to test horn and alarm light.
Alarm Horn
Pressing the alarm test switch,turning the compressor circuit breaker OFF,or activating the alarm
float should turn on the alarm horn. If the horn does not sound,replace with horn of same type.
Alarm Light
Pressing the alarm test switch,activating the alarm float,or turning the compressor circuit breaker
off should turn on the alarm light. If the light does not activate,replace bulb with the same type.
Circuit Breakers
Check the circuit breaker for proper resistance reading using the following procedure.
1. With power OFF,isolate the circuit breaker by disconnecting the load side wires.
2. Place the ohmmeter leads across the corresponding line and load terminals.
3. With the ohmmeter on the R X 1 scale and the breaker in the OFF position,the reading should
be infinity (very high resistance). With the breaker in the ON position, the reading should be
nearly zero ohms (very low resistance). If the readings are not as stated, replace the circuit
breaker with one of the same ratings.
NOTE: Readings may vary slightly depending on the accuracy of the measuring device.
Air Switch
If lamp and horn are on and pump in pump tank is performing normal:
1. Disconnect air line at fitting at bottom of control panel and feel for air coming out of line.
2. If air supply is normal,then air switch is malfunctioning. Replace switch through manufacturers
stock.
24 Hr. Clock Timer
Clock not running
1. Check for input power to the control panel.
2. Check all terminals for secure connections.
3. Check breaker for on position.
4. If no circuit fault is evident, replace clock. Clock may be obtained through manufacturers
immediate stock.
Pump Test Switch
Switch not working
1. Turn OFF power. Disconnect both leads to the switch.
2. Connect one test lead from an OHM meter set on RX1 to one post on the pump test switch.
3. Connect the other lead from the same OHM meter to the other post of the pump test switch.
4. Pull on the toggle of the pump test switch.
Note: The meter needle should deflect across the entire scale. If the needle does not deflect or
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reads open, replace the switch with one of the same type and rating.
Test/Mute Switch
Switch not working.
1. Turn OFF power. Disconnect all leads from the test/mute switch.
2. Connect one lead from an OHM meter set on RX1 to the center post on circuit 1.
3. Connect the other lead from the OHM meter to the lower or second post in circuit 1.
A. With the toggle in the off or mute position there should be no deflection of the needle on the
OHM meter.
B. With the toggle in the center position,the needle on the OHM meter should deflect across the
entire scale.
C. By pulling the toggle into the"test"position the needle on the OHM meter should stay in the
full deflection position.
4. Disconnect both leads from the switch
5. Connect one lead from an OHM meter set to RX1 to the center post of circuit 2 on the"test/mute"
switch.
6. Connect the other lead from the same OHM meter to the lower or second post of circuit 2.
A. With the toggle on the off or mute position there should be no deflection of the needle on the
OHM meter.
B. With the toggle in the center or normal position there should be no deflection of the needle
on the OHM meter.
C. By pulling the toggle into the "test" position, the needle on the OHM meter should deflect
across the entire scale.
NOTE: If results other than those just described are attained, replace the test/mute switch.
Float Controls
Check the floats throughout their entire range of operation. Clean,adjust,or replace damaged floats.
Check the float resistance - The float resistance can be measured to determine if the float is
operating correctly or is defective. Use the following procedure to measure the float resistance:
1. Isolate the float by disconnecting one or both of the float leads from the float terminals.
2. Place one Ohmmeter lead on one of the float wires, and the other ohmmeter lead on the other
float wire.
3. Set the ohmmeter dial to read ohms and place on the RX1 scale. With the float in the OFF
position the scale should read infinity (very high resistance). Replace the float if you do not get
this reading. With the float in the ON position the scale should read nearly zero (very low
resistance). Replace float if you do not get this reading.
NOTE: Readings may vary slightly depending on the length of wire and accuracy of the measuring
device.
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CAUTION: IT IS IMPORTANT TO CONNECT LINE(1) IN THE JUNTION BOX TO THE H.W.A.(1)
IN THE CONTROL PANEL AND LINE(2) IN THE JUNTION BOX TO THE H.W.A.(2) IN THE
CONTROL PANEL.
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AERATOR SPECIFICATIONS
___,ua Safe®aerators for use with all models:
All aerators listed are 115 Volt, 60 Hertz and Single Phase
Models: AS500,AS500-5 Pre,AS500-5 Pump,AS500-4+75,AS500EZ
AS500 TRIO,AS500CU,AS500-300, AS500+5 pre,AS500+5 pump,AS500-300CU
Aqua Safe®500 gpd Designation -ASC2532
HiBlow Model HP80-Linear-2.0 amps/76 watts/3.9 CFM open flow
SECOH Model EL80-15 -Linear- 2.6 amps/ 106 watts/3.4 CFM open flow
GAST Model RVO3 - Rotary—3.0 amps/ 120 watts/3.8 CFM open flow
Model AS600, AS600CU,AS600-300,AS600EZ; AS600 TRIO
Aqua Safe®600 gpd Designation -ASC3342
HiBlow Model HP80-Linear-2.0 amps/76 watts/3.9 CFM open flow
SECOH EL80-17 -Linear- 1.8 amps/ 131 watts/4.6 CFM open flow
GAST Model RVO3 - Rotary—3.0 amps/ 120 watts/3.8 CFM open flow
Models AS750,AS750EZ
Aqua Safe®750 gpd Designation -ASC3352
SECOH Model EL 100 - Linear-2.5 amps/ 174 watts/5.3 CFM open flow
GAST Model RVO5 - Rotary—3.0 amps/ 120 watts/4.8 CFM open flow
"blow Model HP120-Linear-2.1 amps/105 watts/5.6 CFM open flow
Model AS1000,AS1000EZ
Aqua Safe® 1000 gpd Designation -ASC5082
SECOH Model EL 150 -Linear- 3.6 amps/262 watts/9.7 CFM open flow
GAST Model 0823 -Rotary - 8.6 amps/700 watts/7.2 CFM open flow
HiBlow Model HP150- Linear-2.1 amps/ 125 watts/6.4 CFM open flow
Model AS1500,AS1500EZ
Aqua Safe® 1500 gpd Designation -ASC7510
HiBlow Model HP200-Linear-4.3 amps/225 watts/ 8.3 CFM open flow
GAST Model 1023 - Rotary - 10.0 amps/950 watts/ 10 CFM open flow
SECOH Model EL200 -Linear- 5.2 amps/350 watts/ 11.6 CFM open flow
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EXPLODED PRODUCT VIEW, PARTS & ORDERING INFORMATION
REF DESCRIPTION OTY RV03-101 RV05-101
1 BODY 1 AK504 AK500 10 /11
2* VANE 4 AH850A AH850A 9
3 SHROUD 1 AK502B AK502B fiksrit/ 1t1*08 — 6
4 END PLATE 1 AK501 AK501 4fi J� I/ 55" GASKET 1 E
521 AK521 6 MUFFLER BOX 1 519 AK519 ~7* O-RING473 AK473 7
8* FELT 2 AK524 AK524 --- r C
9 END CAP 2 AK510 AK510 10 END CAP FILTER 2 AK526 AK526 ASSEMBLY _-: —
11 FILTER I MUFFLER 1 B343B B343B Mg V • p a
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13 FELT SUPPORT 1 B347 6347 3 it
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16 ROTOR 1 AH775B AH775B tip
17 TOLERANCE RING 1 AF105 AF105
SERVICE KIT 1 K882 K882 9
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ETI OWNER'S MANUAL
4" Submersible
AQUA ‘ SAFE, High-Pressure Effluent Pump
Ecological Tanks, Inc.
Downsviile, LA 71234
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Installation/Operation/Parts
For further operating, installation, or maintenance assistance:
Call 1 -318-644-0397
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PRINTED IN U.S.A. 1000000510(01/31/02)

TABLE OF CONTENTS tape when sealing joints in plastic pipe.
Safety Instructions 2 Warranty is void in the following conditions:
• Water is highly corrosive.
General 2 • If entrained gas or air present in water being pumped reduce the
Electrical 2-3 flow and cause cavitation(which can damage the pump).
Operation 3 • Pump has been operated with discharge valve closed (severe
internal damage will result).
Troubleshooting Guide 4
ELECTRICAL
Warranty 4
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual WIRING/GROUNDING
or on pump. AWARNING Can shock, bum, or cause death. Permanently
AThis is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol Hazardous ground pump, motor and control box before
on your pump or in this manual, look for one of the following voltage connecting power supply to motor.
signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury!
Ground pump and motor in accordance with all codes and ordi-
A DANGER DANGER wams about hazards that will cause seri- nances that apply.All wiring must meet National Electrical Code and
ous personal injury,death or major property damage if ignored. Canadian Electrical Code (whichever applies). Use copper ground
1 AWARNING wire at least as large as wires carrying current to motor.
WARNING warns about hazards that can cause Motor is supplied with copper ground wire.Splice to copper conduc-
serious personal injury,death or major property damage if ignored. tor that matches motor wire size specified in Table 2. Use only cop-
A CAUTION CAUTION warns about hazards that will or can per wire for connections to pump.
cause minor personal injury or property damage if ignored. Permanently ground pump and motor before connecting power
The word NOTICE indicates special instructions which are impor- cable to power supply. Connect ground wire to approved ground
tant but not related to hazards. first,then connect to equipment being installed.
To avoid serious or fatal personal injury and possible property Do not ground to a gas supply line.
damage,carefully read and follow the safety instructions.
Float switches or any other approved motor control must match
1. AWARNING Under certain conditions,submersible pumps motor input in full load amperes.
Hazardous can develop extremely high pressure. Install For more information,contact your local code officials.
pressure a pressure relief valve capable of passing
entire pump flow at 75 PSI. INSTALLATION WIRING INSTRUCTIONS
ADo not allow pump, piping, or any other system compo- Single Phase, 2 Wire
nent containing water to freeze. Freezing may damage 2-Wire pumps have two power supply wires (Red/Black) and one
system,leading to injury or flooding.Allowing pump or system ground wire(Green).
components to freeze will void warranty.
1.Fasten power supply wire leads securely to pump discharge sec-
2 AWARNING Can shock, burn or cause death. To avoid tion; leave 4-5" of slack in leads at this point. Securely fasten
leads to plastic pipe within 6"of the pump discharge section.
Hazardous dangerous or fatal electric shock hazard, use
voltage pump only in an effluent system. DO NOT 2.Ground wire must be as large as wires supplying current to
install pump in an open body of water ( a motor. Consult current National Electrical Code or Canadian
lake,swimming pool,etc.). Electrical Code (as applicable) and local codes for grounding
information.
AInstall, ground and wire pump according to local and Cana- 3.Use only submersible power supply wires supplied by pump man-
dian Electrical Code or National Electrical Code requirements ufacturer.When installing pump,secure supply wires to discharge
that apply. pipe with Scotch #33 electrical tape. DO NOT damage pump
ADisconnect electrical power supply before installing or servic- wires.
ing pump. NOTICE: To avoid dropping pump or damaging wires or splices,
AMake sure motor nameplate voltage and frequency match NEVER allow pump wires to support weight of pump.
line voltage and frequency of power supply. EFFLUENT APPLICATIONS
1. Install pump according to all plumbing, pump and well code Effluent applications must meet the following:
requirements.
2.Install an all leg disconnect switch in the power supply near the AWARNING Risk of electrical shock. Do not remove cord and
pump. strain relief.Do not connect conduit to pump.
3.Two-wire motors are equipped with automatic thermal overload 1.Only qualified personnel should install the pump and associated
protection which will open the circuit and stop the motor when a control equipment.
thermal overload (excessive heating) exists. When motor cools, 2.Vent sewage tank according to local code.
overload will reset and motor will restart automatically. This can 3.Do not install pump in any location dassified as hazardous by
cause the motor to start unexpectedly and without warning. National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA 70-1984.
GENERAL 4.These pumps are intended for permanent connection only.
Provide strain relief at control box for power supply cord connec-
Inspect pump and motor for delivery damage. Report any damage tion to box.All control components must be UL listed and suitable
immediately to shipping carrier or to Aqua Safes immediately. for end use application.
Have any installation, repair, or service work done by your Aqua Safes PUMP INSTALLATION
dealer.
Never run pump dry. 1.Make sure that pump and motor are free to rotate by turning the
NOTE: Install pump in the effluent or pumping chamber of vault— shaft by hand.
NOT in the sewage chamber.Pump is designed to pump filtered 2.To prevent dropping pump, lower it by the drop pipe, not by the
effluent or clear water only.It is not a sewage pump. cables.The electrical cables will not hold the pump weight.
During system operation,pump must be submerged at all times. 3.Discharge outlet is 1-1/4"NPT threaded.
Pipe joint compound can cause cracking in plastics. Use only teflon
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NOTICE: Pump discharge is left-hand thread into pump shell. If OPERATION
installing external check valve,hold discharge with pipe wrench to 1.The pump must be submerged at all times during normal opera-
prevent loosening discharge in shell.
tion. Do not run pump dry.
4. If pump is to be operated with an open discharge, a discharge 2. Make sure that the float switches are set so that the pump stops
valve must be installed."Before startup,open this valve about 1/3before the pump runs dry or breaks suction. If necessary, adjust
open. Start pump. Slowly open valve until the desired flow rate is float switches to achieve this.
reached. Final setting must be within pump's recommended oper-
ating range. 3.The motor bearings are lubricated internally. No maintenance is
required or possible on the pump or the motor.
Table 1: Recommended Fusing Data
60 Hz/1 Phase 2-Wire Cable
Motor Winding Max Locked Fuse Size
Voltz/Hz/ Resistance Load Rotor Standard/
HP Phase Ohms Amps Amps Dual Element
1/2 115/60/1 1.4-1.6 10.5 33.4 35/20
Table 2: Power Supply Wire (Cable) Length in Feet
1 Phase,2 Wire Cable,60 Hz (Copper Wire Size-Service to motor)
Volts HP 14 AWG 12 AWG 10 AWG 8 AWG 6 AWG 4 AWG 3 AWG 2 AWG 1 AWG 0 AWG
115 1/2 100 160 250 390 620 960 1190 1460 1780 2160
NOTE:Sizes given are for copper wire. For aluminum wire go two
sizes larger (i.e., if table lists #12 copper wire, use #10 aluminum
wire.)
Motor Insulation Resistance Readings
Normal Ohm/Megohm readings for all motors, between all leads and ground. Set ohmmmeter to 100K scale.
Condition of Motor and Leads Ohm Value Megohm Value
New motor,without power cable 20,000,000(or more) 20.0
Used motor,which can be reinstalled in tank 10,000,000(or more) 10.0
Motor in Tank—Readings are Power Cable plus Motor
Do not pull pump for these reasons:
New Motor 2,000,000(or more) 2.0
Motor in reasonably good condition 500,000 to 2,000,000 0.5-2.0
Motor which may be damaged or have damaged power cable 20,000 to 500,000 0.02-0.5
Pull pump;replace pump or cable:
Motor definitely damaged or with damaged power cable 10,000 to 20,000 0.01-0.02
Failed motor or power cable Less than 10,000 0-0.01
Important Electrical Grounding Information
A WARNING Hazardous voltage.Can shock,burn, pump housing,or an equipment-grounding lead.The equipment-
or kill.To reduce the risk of electrical grounding lead,when provided,will be the conductor having green
shock during pump operation,ground and bond the pump and insulation;it may also have one or more yellow stripes.
motor as follows: C.Ground the pump,motor,and any metallic conduit that carries power
A.To reduce risk of electrical shock from metal parts of the assembly cable conductors.Ground these back to the service by connecting a
other than the pump,bond together all metal parts accessible at the copper conductor from the pump,motor,and conduit to the ground-
tank top(including metal discharge pipe,metal tank top,and the ing screw provided within the supply-connection box wiring compart-
like).Use a metal bonding conductor at least as large as the power ment.This conductor must be at least as large as the circuit conduc-
cable conductors running down the well to the pump's motor. tors supplying the pump.
B. Clamp or weld(or both if necessary)this bonding conductor to Save these instructions.
the grounding means provided with the pump,which will be the
equipment-grounding terminal,the grounding conductor on the
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3

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
III PROBLEM CHECK CORRECTIVE ACTION
Motor will not start but fuses do not blow
No voltage. No voltage at disconnect switch. Replace blown fuses or bad cable,reset circuit breakers.
Electrical cable bad. Consult licensed electrician or serviceman.
Fuses blow or overload protector trips when motor starts
Wrong size fuse. Check fuse or circuit breaker size against chart,Page 2. Install correct fuse,time delay fuse,or circuit breaker.
time delay fuse,
or circuit breaker.
Wire size too small. Check wire size against chart,Page 3. Install correct size wire.
Low or high voltage. Check that line voltage is within±10%of nameplate If voltage variation is greater than±10%,call power
rated voltage while motor is running. company or local hydro authority to adjust voltage.
Pump or motor stuck or Check for locked shaft in pump. If necessary,pull pump(make all possible above ground
binding. checks first).If pump is locked.replace it.Clean tank
of all sand,lime,and solids before reinstalling pump.
Power supply wires or Consult licensed electrician or qualified serviceman. Have a qualified serviceman or electrician make
motor leads grounded, necessary cable repairs.
shorted,or open.
Fuses blow or overload protector trips when motor is running
Low or high voltage. Check that line voltage is within±10%of rated nameplate If voltage variation is more than±10%,call power
voltage while motor is running. company to adjust voltage.
High ambient(atmospheric) Check temperature of tank Protect tank from direct sunlight.
temperature.
Wire size too small. Check wire size against chart,Page 3. Install correct wire size.
Pump starts too frequently
Leaks in system. Check plumbing for leaks.
Level switch. Check for defective switch or switch out of adjustment. Re-adjust or replace level switch.
Check valves leaking. Make sure check valves are not leaking back. Replace check valves if necessary.
Little or no water delivered
Check valve stuck. Examine valve. If stuck,free valve.
Low voltage. Check voltage at circuit breaker with pump running. Install larger wire from meter to circuit breaker.Install
Check incoming wire size and power supply wire size larger wire from circuit breaker to pump.If necessary,
against chart,Page 3. have power company raise supply voltage.
Plugged intake screen. Pull pump and check condition of screen. Clean or replace as necessary.
Check valve at pump Pull pump and examine check valve. Free check valve.
discharge stuck.
Worn impellers and Make sure system is clear of obstructions and pump is in Replace pump.
diffusers. solid water and operating normally.
Pump doesn't develop Check pump curve against operating conditions. Replace pump with"higher head"pump.
enough pressure("head").
Plugged impellers. Pull pump. Replace pump.
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INITIAL SERVICE POLICY
The local dealer/installer from whom you purchased your Aqua Safe®wastewater treatment plant is
responsible for routine inspections for the first two years from the original date of installation. The
plant will be checked for proper operation at each inspection. If a problem exists, service shall be
performed at no charge to the owner unless the required maintenance is not warranty related. These
service call/inspections shall include at least four inspections over the two year period and shall
include the following:
1. Adjustment of the electrical control, if applicable, and servicing of the mechanical component
parts to ensure proper function.
2. An effluent quality inspection consisting of a visual check for color,turbidity, scum overflow,
and an examination for odors.
3. Immediate notification to the owner/warrantee in writing of any improper observation which
cannot readily be repaired. This notification will or shall advise said owner of the problem, if it is
covered by warranty and estimated date for correction of said problem.
Pumping of sludge build up from the treatment plant, if necessary, IS NOT INCLUDED in the
initial service policy.
An annually renewable service policy affording the same coverage as the initial service policy is
available. Consult your local dealer for pricing information.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Ecological Tanks,Inc.,Aqua Safe®(hereinafter identified as manufacturer)warrants each aerobic
wastewater treatment plant to be free from defects in workmanship and materials from the date of
installation by an authorized dealer/installer for the following periods: Manufacturer warrants
system aerator for a limited prorated 5 year period thus: First two years - 100%, 2nd to 3rd year-
75%,3rd to 4th year 50%and 4`h to 5 year period 25%of manufacturers list price. Third,fourth and
fifth year limited prorated portion of this warranty applies only if system owner carries a continuous
ctrical
maintenance policy in full effect and proof is provided with return. Electrical controls, float
switches and application pumps are warranted 2 years.Manufacturer warrants fiberglass tanks to be
free from defects in material and workmanship for a limited period of 5 years, concrete and metal
tanks: limited 2 years from date of installation. When properly installed and registered with the
manufacturer,the manufacturer's sole obligation under this limited warranty is as follows:
To repair or exchange any components, F.O.B. factory, that in the manufacturer's judgment is
defective,provided that said component part has been paid for and is returned through an authorized
dealer,prepaid. The warrantee must specify the nature of the defect in writing to the manufacturer.
The limited warranty makes no provision for any informal dispute settlement agreement.
The limited warranty does not cover any aerobic wastewater treatment plant that has not been
properly installed,damaged due to altered or improper wiring or overload protection,flooded by any
external means, disassembled by any unauthorized person, filled with anything other than normal
household wastewater or damaged by an act of nature. The limited warranty does not cover
damages or defects caused by ants, insects or rodents to any component part of the aerobic
wastewater treatment plant.
No warranty is made as to the field performance of any system. The limited warranty applies only
to the aerobic wastewater treatment plant itself and does not include any of the purchaser's
plumbing, drainage and/or disposal system,house wiring or installation of the plants.
The manufacturer reserves the right to replace any component part covered under this limited
warranty with a component part, which in manufacturer's judgment is equivalent to the part
replaced. The manufacturer claims no responsibility for any delays or damages caused by defective
for repairs or
components or materials which cause losses incurred byinterruption of service or o
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replacements of component parts covered by the limited warranty.
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MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE
It is the authorized dealer/installer's responsibility to fill out the registration certificate and mail it
within 30 days of installation to the address below. The owner/purchaser should verify that this is
done to insure proper registration for warranty purposes.
ECOLOGICAL TANKS,INC.
2247 HIGHWAY 151 NORTH, DOWNSVILLE,LA 71234
OFFICE: 318-644-0397 FAX: [phone]
PLEASE PRINT
AQUA SAFE®PURCHASER'S RECORD
Serial# Model# Installation Date
Installer's Name
Mailing Address
Phone
AQUA SAFE®INSTALLER'S RECORD
Serial# Model# Installation Date
Owner's Name
Physical Address/City
Phone
AQUA SAFE®REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE
(Must be returned to manufacturer)
Serial# Model# Installation Date
Owner's Name
Physical Address/City
Phone
Dealer's Name
Mailing Address
Phone
Installer's Name
Mailing Address
Phone
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The "UV Disinfector®"
By Ecological Tanks, Inc.
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
Instructions
System Description:
The UV system disinfects the effluent by exposing it to a powerful ultraviolet
light in a confined space. A flow restrictor ensures that the effluent is exposed to the UV
light for a sufficient period of time to complete the disinfection process. A control panel
is provided that supplies power to the UV system and has an audible/visible alarm that
activates if the bulb fails or the UV current drops below a minimum level. The control
panel is housed in a weatherproof enclosure and has separate circuit breakers for the UV
system and the alarm system. A layout of the system is shown in Figure 1.
Caution: During installation and servicing make sure that power is disconnected from
the system any time the UV bulb is exposed. The majority of the energy emitted by the
bulb is invisible and is powerful enough to burn eyes and skin in a very short exposure
time. Ensure that during installation and service that no fingerprints or oily materials are
left on the bulb. If necessary,the bulb can be cleaned with a soft cotton cloth soaked
with alcohol.
Installation:
Mount the UV unit as close to the pump tank as possible(or inside the pump
tank). It is advisable to remove the UV lamp before installing this unit. The unit shall be
installed in a vertical position. Make sure the inlet connection is level to the outlet side.
(A 1/4" vent hole may be drilled into the inlet 90 for pressure release if tank settling is
expected.) The inlet 4"90 is not cemented in place to allow for final alignment.After
alignment has been completed cement 4" 90 in place.
The riser shall be at ground level when the unit is completely backfilled. Cut off
the bottom end of the 6"riser making sure not to cut end with electrical penetration. After
cutting end off, glue in place. Do not glue cap. The electrical connector(in the 6 x 4
reducer) should not be flooded.
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Electrical:
Mount the electrical panel provided by manufacturer as close to UV unit as
possible. Pull the open end of the 40 feet direct burial wire through the hole in the side of
the 6"riser(top of UV unit).Do not add more wire to the 40 feet. Bury the wire
underground from the unit to the electrical control panel, cut to length. Connect the two
wires to the terminal strip in the panel.
Connect the power side of the control panel to the 120 VAC source from the
house or main system control panel. Do not turn on the power from the house or main
control panel until the installation and wiring is complete. Make sure all connections are
watertight including the electrical penetration through the 6"riser.
Operation:
The system will operate continuously without intervention other than scheduled
maintenance. If the alarm activates,the homeowner should contact their service
provider.
Maintenance:
When doing maintenance/inspection(every six months)remove cap,unplug and
slowly lift lamp out of the unit by pulling straight up on electrical cord. Carefully wipe
clean the quartz crystal,then gently slide the lamp back into the unit until the top seal on
the lamp is next to the 7/8"hole. Plug lamp back together and replace cap. Every two (2)
years replace the complete lamp. It comes with the quartz crystal and lamp in place. Just
remove as above and replace. When inspecting,check for settlement in bottom of unit
and flush with water hose if necessary.
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Figure 1. System Layout
CONTROL PANEL
GROUND LEVEL
DIRECT BURIAL CABLE
I �
PRETREATED DISINFECTED
EFFLUENT ow- EFFLUENT
FLOW RESTRICTOR
(INTERNAL)
UV BULB
(INTERNAL)
Copyright Notice
All information contained on this page is proprietary to Ecological Tanks,Inc. and no part of this
information may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any
means, electronic,mechanical,photocopying,recording or otherwise without the prior written
permission of Ecological Tanks, Inc..
3 O&M-Page 68

h gineering, Inc.
f; CiviUConsulting/WastewateLasEn rfPlanning
—— 1104 Cindy Carr Drive
Matthews,NC 28105
Phone:[phone]
[e-mail]
Lash Engineering, Inc.
John Henessey
NPDES Permitting Program
Division of Water Quality
Raleigh,NC. 27699-1617
Re: UV Light Analysis
UV lights of a low flow nature are typically a low-pressure type, short wave,mercury vapor
discharge tube that produces ultraviolet wavelengths lethal to microorganisms. The low pressure
allows the units to run with less power and thereby generating less heat for longer life of the bulbs.
The Aqua-Safe UV"Disinfector(Model TUD)"Light has been specified for this project.
Different microorganisms are extinguished at different doses. The larger"pests"take longer. Fecal
Coliforms are extinguished at near 6600 µWs/cm. This lamp has a range up to 30,000 µWs/cm.
Although there is a wide spectrum of bacteria,viruses and protozoa,most of the"pests" are
extinguished between 2,000 and 20,000. Having a range up to 30,000 µWs/cm, assures that the
germicidal action is most effective across this wide range. For this application, fecal coliforms are
most important,which have a dose requirement of about 6600 µWs/cm. This is well within range.
The Aqua-Safe UV Light has been submitted for review because of its ability to be installed in the
vertical or horizontal position. It clearly has the UV qualifications to be effective. The requirements
for vertical placement are spelled out in the installation guidelines with a warning to ensure the power
head is above the water line. The power unit cannot be submerged. This note has been added to the
plans. This unit is acceptable for use in this application and is accepted for use on this project.
Ecological Tanks, Inc. uses a germicidal preheat bulb that is rated for 10,000 hours of functionality
combined with a ballast that is strong enough for instant startup. In the 1.5 gallon treatment chamber
the UV output is rated at 2,470 mw/sec/sq. cm at 65%transmittance. Calculating a three gallon per
minute free-flow rate(i.e. 30 second exposure time),the UV exposure measures 74,100
microwatt/second doses(30 seconds x 2,470mw/sec on disinfected effluent.After 7,500 hours of
operation UV output may drop 20%. This would indicate doses of 59,280 mw/sec(20%of
2,470mw/sec= 1,976mw/sec x 30 seconds). However,the"UV Disinfector" system contains a flow
restrictor that the UV bulb rests in to ensure a maximum dosage of effluent during peak use times.
The controls current sensor is designed to signal an alarm when the current of the ballast dips below a
nominal operating threshold.
Sincerely,
Michael Lash, PE.
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3 8 O&M-Page 70
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CONTROL PANELS AND ALARM
A Division of Ecological Tanks inc.
2247 Hwy 151 North, Downsville, LA 71234 (318)-644-5480
The UV Disinfector (Model TUD)
Bulb Efficiency Information
Ecological Tanks, Inc. uses a germicidal preheat bulb that is rated for 10,000 hours of
functionality combined with a ballast that is strong enough for instant startup. In the 1.5
gallon treatment chamber the UV output is rated at 2,470 mw/sec/sq cm at 65%
transmittance. Calculating a three gallon per minute free-flow rate (i.e. 30 second exposure
time), the UV exposure measures 74,100 microwatt/second doses (30 seconds x 2,470
mw/sec) on disinfected effluent. After 7,500 hours of operation UV output may drop 20%.
This would indicate doses of 59,280 mw/sec (20% of 2,470mw/sec = 1,976mw/sec x 30
seconds). However, the "UV Disinfector" system contains a flow restrictor that the UV bulb
rests in to ensure a maximum dosage of effluent during peak use times. The controls current
sensor is designed to signal an alarm when the current of the ballast dips below a nominal
operating threshold.
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NOTE: Image above depicts a ground installation. The system is compatible with interior tank installations.
Copyright Notice: All information contained on this page is proprietary to Ecological Tanks, Inc. and no part of this
information may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any meaRrti eD it,
mechanical,photocopying,recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Ecological Tanks,Inc.

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