WQ0002342_Staff Report_20220915

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State of North Carolina
Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Staff Report
September 15, 2022
To: DWR Central Office — WQ, Non -Discharge Unit
Attn: Leah Parente
Application No.: WQ0002342
Facility name: Dunham SFR
From: Caitlin Caudle
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Note: This form has been adapted from the non -discharge facility staff report to document the review of both non -discharge and NPDES permit applications and/or renewals. Please complete all sections as they are applicable.
I. GENERAL AND SITE VISIT INFORMATION
1. Was a site visit conducted? ® Yes or ❑ No
a. Date of site visit: 9/15/2022
b. Site visit conducted by: C. Caudle
c. Inspection report attached? ® Yes or n No
d. Person contacted: Sarah Sams and their contact information: [e-mail]
II. EXISTING FACILITIES: MODIFICATION AND RENEWAL APPLICATIONS
1. Are there appropriately certified Operators in Charge (ORCs) for the facility? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® N/A
2. Are the design, maintenance and operation of the treatment facilities adequate for the type of waste and disposal
system? ® Yes or ❑ No
3. Are the site conditions (e.g., soils, topography, depth to water table, etc) maintained appropriately and adequately
assimilating the waste? ® Yes or n No
4. Has the site changed in any way that may affect the permit (e.g., drainage added, new wells inside the compliance
boundary, new development, etc.)? ❑ Yes or ® No
5. Are the existing application rates (e.g., hydraulic, nutrient) still acceptable? ® Yes or ❑ No
6. Are there any setback conflicts for existing treatment, storage and disposal sites? n Yes or ® No
7. Is the description of the facilities as written in the existing permit correct? ® Yes or ❑ No
8. Are there any permit changes needed in order to address ongoing BIMS violations? ❑ Yes or ® No
9. Check all that apply:
® No compliance issues ❑ Current enforcement action(s) ❑ Currently under JOC
❑ Notice(s) of violation ❑ Currently under SOC ❑ Currently under moratorium
Have all compliance dates/conditions in the existing permit been satisfied? ® Yes n No n N/A
10. Are there any issues related to compliance/enforcement that should be resolved before issuing this permit?
❑ Yes ®No❑N/A
FORM: WQROSSR 04-14 Page 1 of 2

III. REGIONAL OFFICE RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Do you foresee any problems with issuance/renewal of this permit? ❑ Yes or ® No
2. Recommendation: ['Hold, pending receipt and review of additional information by regional office
® Hold, pending review of draft permit by regional office
Issue upon receipt of needed additional information
n Issue
❑ DePlease state reasons: )
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3. Signature of report preparer:Catitt,
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IV. ADDITIONAL REGIONAL STAFF REVIEW ITEMS
See attached inspection report.
The current permit expires February 28, 2023. WSRO recommends changing the ownership and renewing the permit.
FORM: WQROSSR 04-14 Page 2 of 2

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0002342 Effective: 03/01/18 Expiration: 02/28/23 Owner : Charles W Dunham
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 1018 Mountainside Ln. SFR
County: Alamance 1018 Mountainside Lane
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Charles W Dunham
Burlington NC 272177543
Title: Phone:
Directions to Facility:
From I-40E exit 143 take NC 62E —6.6mi turn L, take Union Ridge Rd —2.4mi turn L, take Stoney Creek Church Rd --2.0mi turn R,
take Altamahaw Union Ridge Rd —0.5mi turn L, take Mt Vernon Church Rd —1.9mi turn R, take Mountainside Ln —0.4mi prop. on the
Rt
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/15/2022
Primary Inspector: Caitlin Caudle
Secondary Inspector(s):
Entry Time 09:15AM Exit Time: 10:45AM
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 Filter/Treatment Pods
▪ Drip or Irrigation
(See attachment summary)
▪ Permit Status
▪ Disinfection Tablets
▪ General
▪ Septic Tank
▪ Pump Tank
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Permit: WQ0002342 Owner - Facility: Charles W Dunham
Inspection Date: 09/15/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
On September 15, 2022, Division of Water Resources staff Caitlin Caudle conducted a routine compliance inspection. Sarah
Sams, property owner, was present during the entire inspection. A review of all treatment components and available records
was completed. This review reflected compliance with the subject permit.
Other observations:
• There is a large drainage ditch downslope of the spray field. There was no standing or flowing water in the ditch. This is
a stormwater feature.
• The correct chlorine tablets were being used. A brochure will be provided about chlorine tablets.
• Mr. Sams keeps an electronic log of all maintenance on his phone. Mrs. Sams stated that he checks the system
monthly.
• The septic tank was last pumped June 2022. As a reminder, the permit requires the septic tank be inspected monthly
and pumped as needed (III.12.a.)
• There is not a rain sensor connected to the system.
• The sand filter is below ground.
• The chlorine contact chamber is available for review through a well casing.
• The water supply well is over 100ft from the septic tank. It is housed in a barn upslope of the system.
• Please be mindful of vegetation growing in the spray field. Vegetation should not be allowed to impede the spray pattern.
Pruning vegetation back may occasionally be necessary.
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Permit: WQ0002342 Owner - Facility: Charles W Dunham
Inspection Date: 09/15/2022 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)?
Comment: This was also a permitting visit in response to a Change of Ownership request.
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):
Septic tank pumped 6/22 during system inspection before home was purchased.
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
Comment: There is no septic tank filter.
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: Sand filter is below ground.
Disinfection Tablets
*** Tablet chlorinator unit shall be checked weekly to ensure continuous and proper operation. ***
Does the permittee have the correct chlorine tablets? (If none, mark No)
# Does the Permittee know the location of the chlorinator?
Were chlorine tablets observed in the chlorinator?
Are tablets contacting water? (If possible, poke them to determine.)
Comment:
Pump Tank
***All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non -Discharge) ***
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Permit: WQ0002342 Owner - Facility: Charles W Dunham
Inspection Date: 09/15/2022 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit: Routine
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 System was in good condition.
Yes No NA NE
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