WQ0021626_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20220831

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ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Denise Hatzidakis
119 Heritage Drive
Apex, NC 27523
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
August 31, 2022
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Single Family Wastewater Treatment System
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0021626
Facility: 119 Heritage Drive
Chatham County
Dear Ms. Hatzidakis:
On August 26, 2022, Staff from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non -Discharge Permit. The assistance
of AQWA, Inc staff during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a 1,500-gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent filter;
a recirculating 20 square foot Advantex-AX20 filter with a VeriComm control panel; a 7 gallon per minute
(GPM) ultraviolet (UV) disinfection unit; a 2,500 gallon storage tank with a recirculation pump; a 2,500 gallon
dosing tank with an 18 gallon per minute pump, audible/visual high water alarms, and a rain sensor; a 0.24
acre drip irrigation area with approximately 3,426 linear feet of drip line containing 1,708 emitters; and all
associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0021626 authorizes the continued operation up to 480 gallons per day (gpd). The
authorized irrigation is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements established within
the Non -Discharge Permit. The items below show what conditions were noted at your facility:
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
1. Treatment system operation: The wastewater treatment system shall be effectively
maintained and operated at all times so there is no discharge to surface waters, nor any
contravention of groundwater or surface water standards. At the time of this inspection the
facility appears to be effectively maintained. The facility is under contract with AQWA,
Inc. and is inspected twice a year.
2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to
determine if solids must be removed or if other maintenance is necessary. Septic tanks should
be pumped out every five years or when the solids level is found to be more than 1/3 of the
liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company can
check the status periodically and determine when pumping is required. Within 30-days of
receiving this letter, please send a copy of the most recent receipt/invoice to this office
showing the date the septic tank was last checked and/or pumped out.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive , Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
919.791.4200

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Denise Hatzidakis, WQ0021626
August 31, 2022
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3. UV Disinfection: Your system usesan ultra -violet (UV) Tight system for disinfection of the
wastewater. A UV disnfection system provi des effective disinfection and preaenteilimits
harmful bacteria from entering the envi ronment. Unless the UV disinfection unit is monitored
by telemetry, the unit shall be checked weekly. The lamp(s) and quartz deere(s) shall be
deened or replaced as needed to ensure proper disinfection of the wastewater. During thi s
sitevist the ultraviolet disinfection appeared to working, and AQWA staff provided
documentation that the lamp waschecked and replaced on August 25, 2022.
4. Proper Operation and Maintenance The system shall beinspected monthly to make certain
of the proper operation of the drip lines, that the system is free of Ieaks, that the vegetative
growth a I ows a proper drip pattern, that the ail i s esei mi I ati ng the disposed treated
wastewater with no surface runoff, aid the no obj ecti onable odors we being generated. Any
visiblesigns of a malfunctioning system shall be documented, and stepstaken to correct the
problem. On theday of this inspection thedrip field appeared to beaseimilating the
waste and no ponding and or runoff wasobserved.
Non -Discharge permit WQ0021626 requires the permittee to "pay the annual administering and compliance
monitoring fee within thirty days after being billed by the Division." Division records indicate the required
annual fee ($60 per year) for the period ending December 31, 2022 and due January 3, 2022, has been pad.
There are no overdue fees for the subject Non -Discharge permit. The permit for W00021626 was effecti ve
from January 23, 2017 to December 31, 2021 and is now expired. Please submit the permit renewal
aDDI i cati on to the Non -Discharge Permitti np Unit.
Ream continueto periodically inspect thewastevater treatment system to ensure the treStment components
are always maintained and in good operoli ng order. You are al sD reminded to maintain all monitoring data
and aseociatei maintenance records onsitefor a minimum of five years and availablefor inspection.
If you have questions or comments about this i nspecti on or the requi reflects to take corrective action (if
applicable), then plsass contact Cassidy Kurtz at 919-791-4327 or at Case dy.Kurtzencdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
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Raleigh Regional Office ! 3800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
419.79r.4200

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0021626 Effective: 01/23/17 Expiration: 12/31/21 Owner : Denise A Hatzidakis
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 119 Heritage Dr. SFR
County: Chatham 119 Heritage Dr
Region: Raleigh
Contact Person: Denise A Hatzidakis
Apex NC 27523
Title: Phone:
Directions to Facility:
From Apex take Hwy 64 W to Pittsboro. Subdivision site is on the right approximately 1.5 miles west of the Chatham - Wake County
Line. Turn RT on Heritage Dr. 1st house on the left
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 08/26/2022 Entry Time 01:OOPM Exit Time: 01:25PM
Primary Inspector: Cassidy Kurtz
Secondary Inspector(s):
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Facility Status: • Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
▪ Miscellaneous Questions
▪ Sand Filterffreatment Pods
▪ Drip or Irrigation
(See attachment summary)
▪ Permit Status
▪ Disinfection UV
▪ General
▪ Septic Tank
▪ Pump Tank
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Permit: WQ0021626 Owner - Facility: Denise A Hatzidakis
Inspection Date: 08/26/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On August 26, 2022, Staff from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non -Discharge Permit. The assistance
of AQWA, Inc staff during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of a 1,500-gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent filter, a recirculating
20 square foot Advantex-AX20 filter with a VeriComm control panel; a 7 gallon per minute(GPM) ultraviolet (UV) disinfection
unit; a 2,500 gallon storage tank with a recirculation pump; a 2,500 gallon dosing tank with an 18 gallon per minute pump,
audible/visual high water alarms, and a rain sensor; a 0.24 acre drip irrigation area with approximately 3,426 linear feet of
drip line containing 1,708 emitters; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0021626 authorizes the continued operation up to 480 gallons per day (gpd). The
authorized irrigation is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring requirements established within the
Non -Discharge Permit. The items below show what conditions were noted at your facility:
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
1. Treatment system operation: The wastewater treatment system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times
so there is no discharge to surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water standards. At the time of
this inspection the facility appears to be effectively maintained. The facility is under contract with AQWA,Inc. and is
inspected twice a year.
2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to determine if solids must be
removed or if other maintenance is necessary. Septic tanks should be pumped out every five years or when the solids level
is found to be more than 113 of the liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company
can check the status periodically and determine when pumping is required. Within 30-days of receiving this letter, please
send a copy of the most recent receiptfnvoice to this office showing the date the septic tank was last checked and/or
pumped out.
3. UV Disinfection: Your system uses an ultra -violet (UV) light system for disinfection of the wastewater. A UV disinfection
system provides effective disinfection and prevents/limits harmful bacteria from entering the environment. Unless the UV
disinfection unit is monitored by telemetry, the unit shall be checked weekly. The lamp(s) and quartz sleeve(s) shall be
cleaned or replaced as needed to ensure proper disinfection of the wastewater. During this site visit the ultraviolet
disinfection appeared to working, and AQWA staff provided documentation that the lamp was checked and replaced on
August 25, 2022.
4. Proper Operation and Maintenance: The system shall be inspected monthly to make certain of the proper operation of the
drip lines, that the system is free of leaks, that the vegetative growth allows a proper drip pattern, that the soil is assimilating
the disposed treated wastewater with no surface runoff, and that no objectionable odors are being generated. Any visible
signs of a malfunctioning system shall be documented, and steps taken to correct the problem. On the day of this
inspection the drip field appeared to be assimilating the waste and no ponding and or runoff was observed
Non -Discharge permit WQ0021626 requires the permittee to "pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee
within thirty days after being billed by the Division." Division records indicate the required annual fee ($60 per year) for the
period ending December 31, 2022 and due January 3, 2022, has been paid. There are no overdue fees for the subject
Non -Discharge permit. The permit for WQ0021626 was effective from January 23, 2017 to December 31, 2021 and is now
expired. Please submit the permit renewal application to the Non -Discharge Permitting Unit.
Please continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment system to ensure the treatment components are always
maintained and in good operating order. You are also reminded to maintain all monitoring data and associated maintenance
records onsite for a minimum of five years and available for inspection.
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Permit: WQ0021626 Owner - Facility: Denise A Hatzidakis
Inspection Date: 08/26/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Permit Status
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee?
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee?
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter)
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor?
If YES, who is the contractor (include contact info)?
AQWA, Inc
2604 Willis Court
Wilson, NC 27896
252-243.7693
Comment:
Septic Tank
*** The septic tank and filters should be checked annually and pumped/cleaned as needed.***
Is all wastewater from the home connected to the septic tank?
# Does the permittee/resident know where the septic tank is located?
Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years?
If YES. describe if known and proof (include date pumped):
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
Comment:
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods
*** Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked/leveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be
removed manually. ***
# Is system something other than a sand filter?
# If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.)
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located?
Does the sandfilter require maintenance?
If maintenace is required, explain:
Comment:
Disinfection UV
*** UV unit shall be checked weekly. Lamps/sleeves should be cleaned/replaced as needed to ensure
proper disinfection. ***
Is UV working?
Has the UV Unit been serviced and bulbs cleaned?
# Who completes the weekly check for the UV? ( Non -Discharge)
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
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Advantex
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Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQ0021626 Owner - Facility: Den se A Hatzidakis
Inspection Date: 08/26/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump Tank
*** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non -Discharge) *'*
Is the pump working?
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational?
# Does the permittee know how to check the pump & high water alarm?
# Last functional test:
Comment:
Drip or Irrigation
*** Irrigation sysetm shall be inspected monthly to ensure system is free of leaks and equipment is operating
as designed. ***
# Type of system (DRIP or IRRIGATION):
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:
Are buffers and setbacks adequate?
Is the site free of ponding and runoff?
Does the application equipment appear to be working properly?
Is there a minimum two wire fence surrounding the entire irrigation area?
Comment:
General
# Are the treatment units locked and/or secured?
# Has resident had any sewage problems?
If YES, explain:
Does the system match the permit description?
If NO, explain:
Is the system compliant?
Is the system failing? (If yes, take pictures if possible)
If system is failing, describe any exposures to people/animals or environmental risks.
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
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DODO
8/26/2022
Yes No NA NE
DRIP
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Yes No NA NE
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DODO
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