WQ0003380_Final Permit_20220919

September 19, 2022
M ASON C URRY P LANT M ANAGER
G EORGIA-P ACIFIC W OOD P RODUCTS LLC
139 B REWINGTON R OAD
D UDLEY, N ORTH C AROLINA 28333
Subject: Permit No. WQ0003380
Georgia-Pacific Dudley
Plywood Facility CLRS
Closed-Loop Recycle System
Wayne County
Dear Mr. Curry:
In accordance with your permit renewal request received on May 16, 2022, and subsequent
additional information received August 8, 2022, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0003380 dated
September 19, 2022, to Georgia-Pacific Wood Products LLC for the continued operation of the subject
wastewater treatment and closed-loop recycle facilities. Please note that this renewed permit shall become
effective on December 1, 2022 (i.e., the day after the expiration date of the existing permit).
This permit shall be effective from December 1, 2022 through August 31, 2029, shall replace
Permit No. WQ0003380 issued October 29, 2018, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations
therein. The Permittee shall submit a renewal application no later than March 4, 2029.
Please pay attention to the monitoring requirements listed in Section IV for they may differ from
the previous permit issuance. Failure to establish an adequate system for collecting and maintaining the
required operational information shall result in future compliance problems.
The Division has removed the following permit conditions since the last permit issuance dated
October 29, 2018:
Old Condition I.1 This condition has been removed because a certification from a licensed
North Carolina Professional Engineer was submitted certifying the instillation of the
clarifier/scrubber.
Old Condition I.2 This condition has been removed because no modifications were made to
the facility since the issuance of the last permit.
Old Condition VI.2 This condition has been removed because permits are not voidable.

Mr. Mason Curry
September 19, 2022
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The following permit conditions are new since the last permit issuance dated October 29,
2018:
Condition I.1 This condition requires the installation of a gauge to monitor waste levels in
121,984-gallon surge basin within 60 days of the effective date of this permit as listed in 15A
NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)(B), 02T .0505(d).
Condition III.10 This condition requires metering equipment be tested and calibrated
annually as listed in 15A NCAC 02T .0507(d).
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, the Permittee
has the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of
this permit. This request shall be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings at 6714 Mail Service
Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Otherwise, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this permit, please contact Leah Parente at (919)
707-3656 or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Richard E. Rogers, Jr., Director
Division of Water Resources
cc: Wayne County Health Department (Electronic Copy)
Washington Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section (Electronic Copy)
Laserfiche File (Electronic Copy)
Digital Permit Archive (Electronic Copy)

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
RALEIGH
CLOSED-LOOP RECYCLE SYSTEM PERMIT

In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Georgia-Pacific Wood Products LLC
Wayne County
FOR THE
operation of a 221,984 gallon per day (GPD) wastewater treatment and closed-loop recycle facility
consisting of the:
continued operation of a scrubber water discharge recycle loop consisting of: a 20,585 gallon
scrubber/clarifier; dual ash settling basins; clear water sump; recycle pump; and all associated piping,
valves, controls, and appurtenances; the
continued operation of a 100,000 GPD log heating vat water recycling system consisting of: a screen and
surge basin; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances; the
continued operation of a 300 GPD oil water separator, 121,984 gallon surge basin, sump, and sump pump;
and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances; and the
continued operation of a veneer dryer wash down system consisting of: wash down hose systems and a
storage tank; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances
to serve the Georgia-Pacific Dudley Plywood Facility CLRS, with no discharge of wastes to surface
waters, pursuant to the application received on May 16, 2022, subsequent additional information received
August 8, 2022, and in conformity with the Division-approved plans and specifications considered a part
of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from December 1, 2022 through August 31, 2029, shall replace Permit No.
WQ0003380 issued October 29, 2018 and shall be subject to the following conditions and limitations:
I. SCHEDULES
1. A gauge to monitor waste levels in the 121,984 gallon surge basin shall be installed within 60 days of
the effective date of this permit. Caution shall be taken not to damage the integrity of any liner (if
present) when installing a gauge. \[15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)(B), 02U .0404(c)(6)\]
2. The Permittee shall request renewal of this permit on Division-approved forms no later than March 4,
2029. \[15A NCAC 02T .0105(b), 02T .0109\]
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II. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The Permittee shall maintain and operate the subject non-discharge facilities so there is no discharge to
surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water standards. In the event the
facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions due to improper
operation and maintenance, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective actions, including Division
required actions, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater treatment or recycle
facilities. \[15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)(A)\]
2. This permit shall not relieve the Permittee of their responsibility for damages to groundwater or surface
water resulting from the operation of this facility. \[15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)(A)\]
3. The facilities herein were permitted per the following setbacks:
a. The facilities permitted herein (except for the 20,585 gallon scrubber/clarifier) have no setbacks.
The original permit (Permit No. 5665) pre-dates administrative code 15A NCAC 02H .0219(j),
which was effective October 1, 1987. Since no modifications or expansions have been made to the
originally permitted facility, the facility is still covered under the 15A NCAC 02H .0200 rules
effective February 1, 1976, which contain no setback requirements. \[15A NCAC 02H .0200\]
b. The 20,585 gallon scrubber/clarifier was permitted October 29, 2018. The setbacks for storage and
treatment units originally permitted or modified on or after September 1, 2018 are as follows (all
distances in feet):
1
i. Each habitable residence or place of assembly under separate ownership: 100
2
ii. Each private or public water supply source: 100
iii. Surface waters: 50
iv. Each well with exception of monitoring wells: 100
3
v. Each property line: 50
1
Habitable residences or places of assembly under separate ownership constructed after the
facilities herein were originally permitted or subsequently modified are exempt from this
setback.
2
Georgia-Pacific Wood Products LLC has waived the setback to two onsite water supply wells

permitted under the Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area (Permit No. CU3235).
3
Setbacks to property lines are not applicable when the Permittee, or the entity from which the
Permittee is leasing, owns both parcels separated by the property line.
\[15A NCAC 02U .0701(a), 02U .0701(h), 02U .0701(i)\]

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III. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The Permittee shall operate and maintain the subject facilities as a non-discharge system. \[15A NCAC
02U .0101\]
2. The Permittee shall maintain an Operation and Maintenance Plan, which shall include operational
functions, maintenance schedules, safety measures, and a spill response plan. \[15A NCAC 02U
.0801(a)\]
3.
classification of the subject non-discharge facilities, the Permittee shall designate and employ a certified
operator in responsible charge (ORC), and one or more certified operators as back-up ORCs. The ORC
or their back-up shall operate and visit the facilities as required by the WPCSOCC. \[15A NCAC 02T
.0117\]
4. The Permittee shall prohibit public access to the wastewater treatment, storage, and closed-loop recycle
facilities. \[15A NCAC 02U .0404(b)(1)\]
5. The Permittee shall dispose or utilize generated residuals in a Division-approved manner. \[15A NCAC
02U .0802, 02T .1100\].
6. The Permittee shall not divert or bypass untreated or partially treated wastewater from the subject
facilities. \[15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)(A)\]
7. Freeboard in the 121,984 gallon surge basin shall not be less than one foot at any time. \[15A NCAC
02U .0404(c)(6)\]
8. A gauge to monitor waste levels in the 121,984 gallon surge basin shall be provided. This gauge shall
have readily visible permanent markings, at inch or tenth of a foot increments, indicating the following
elevations: maximum liquid level at the top of the temporary liquid storage volume; minimum liquid
level at the bottom of the temporary liquid storage volume; and the lowest point on top of the dam.
\[15A NCAC 02U .0801(f)\]
9. A protective vegetative cover shall be established and maintained on all berms, pipe runs, erosion
control areas, surface water diversions, and earthen embankments (i.e., outside toe of embankment to
maximum allowable temporary storage elevation on the inside of the embankment). Trees, shrubs, and
other woody vegetation shall not be allowed to grow on the earthen dikes or embankments. Earthen
embankments shall be kept mowed or otherwise controlled and accessible. \[15A NCAC 02U .0801(g)\]
10. Metering equipment shall be tested and calibrated annually. \[15A NCAC 02U .0801(d)\]

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IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. The Permittee shall conduct and report any Division required monitoring necessary to evaluate this
groundwater and surface water. \[15A NCAC 02T .0108(c)\]
2. A Division-certified laboratory shall conduct all analyses for the required effluent, groundwater, and
surface water parameters. \[15A NCAC 02H .0800\]
3. Freeboard (i.e., waste level to the lowest embankment elevation) in the 121,984-gallon surge basin shall
be measured to the nearest inch or tenth of a foot, and recorded weekly. Weekly freeboard records shall
be maintained for five years and shall be made available to the Division upon request. \[15A NCAC
02T .0108(c)\]
4. The Permittee shall maintain a record of all residuals removed from this facility. This record shall be
maintained for five years, and shall be made available to the Division upon request. This record shall
include:
a. Name of the residuals hauler;
b. Non-Discharge permit number authorizing the residuals disposal, or a letter from a municipality
agreeing to accept the residuals;
c. Date the residuals were hauled; and
d. Volume of residuals removed.
\[15A NCAC 02U .0802(b)\]
5. A maintenance log shall be kept at this facility. This log shall be maintained for five years, and shall
be made available to the Division upon request. This log shall include:
a. Visual observations of the plant and plant site; and
b. Record of preventative maintenance (e.g., changing of equipment, adjustments, testing, inspections
and cleanings, etc.).
\[15A NCAC 02U .0801(h)\]
6. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report to the Washington Regional Office, telephone number [phone],
within 24 hours of first knowledge of the following:
a. Treatment of wastes abnormal in quantity or characteristic, including the known passage of a
hazardous substance.
b. Any process unit failure (e.g., mechanical, electrical, etc.) rendering the facility incapable of
adequate wastewater treatment.
c. Any facility failure resulting in a discharge to surface waters.
d. Any time self-monitoring indicates the facility has gone out of compliance with its permit
limitations.
Emergencies requiring reporting outside normal business hours shall call
Response personnel at telephone number [phone], [phone], or [phone]. All
noncompliance notifications shall file a written report to the Washington Regional Office within five
days of first knowledge of the occurrence, and this report shall outline the actions proposed or taken to
ensure the problem does not recur. \[15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)(1)(A)\]

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V. INSPECTIONS
1. The Permittee shall perform inspections and maintenance to ensure proper operation of the wastewater
treatment and recycle facilities. \[15A NCAC 02U .0801(i)\]
2. The Permittee shall inspect the wastewater treatment and recycle facilities to prevent malfunctions,
facility deterioration, and operator errors that may result in discharges of wastes to the environment,
threats to human health, or public nuisances. The Permittee shall maintain an inspection log that
includes the date and time of inspection, observations made, and maintenance, repairs, or corrective
actions taken. The Permittee shall maintain this inspection log for a period of five years from the date
of the inspection, and this log shall be made available to the Division upon request. \[15A NCAC 02U
.0801(h), 02U .0801(i)\]
3. Division authorized representatives may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any
property, premises, or place related to the wastewater treatment and recycle facilities permitted herein
at any reasonable time for determining compliance with this permit. Division authorized
representatives may inspect or copy records maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit,
and may collect groundwater, surface water, or leachate samples. \[G.S. 143-215.3(a)(2)\]
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. Failure to comply with the conditions and limitations contained herein may subject the Permittee to a
Division enforcement action. \[G.S. 143-215.6A, 143-215.6B, 143-215.6C\]
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the permit
application, and Division-approved plans and specifications. \[G.S. 143-215.1(d)\]
3. Unless specifically requested and approved in this permit, there are no variances to administrative codes
or general statutes governing the construction or operation of the facilities permitted herein. \[15A
NCAC 02T .0105(n)\]
4. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with all statutes, rules,
regulations, or ordinances that other jurisdictional government agencies (e.g., local, state, and federal)
may require. \[15A NCAC 02T .0105(c)(6)\]
5. If the permitted facilities change ownership, or the Permittee changes their name, the Permittee shall
submit a permit modification request on Division-approved forms. The Permittee shall comply with
all terms and conditions of this permit until the permit is transferred to the successor-owner. \[G.S. 143-
215.1(d3)\]
6. The Permittee shall retain a set of Division-approved plans and specifications for the life of the facilities
permitted herein. \[15A NCAC 02T .0105(o)\]
7. The Permittee shall maintain this permit until the proper closure of all facilities permitted herein, or
until the facilities permitted herein are permitted by another authority. \[15A NCAC 02T .0105(j)\]

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8. This permit is subject to revocation or modification upon 60-day notice from the Division Director, in
whole or part for:
a. violation of any terms or conditions of this permit or Administrative Code Title 15A Subchapter
02T;
b. obtaining a permit by misrepresentation or failure to disclose all relevant facts;
c. esentation of credentials:
i. to enter the where a system is located or where any records are required
to be kept;
ii. to have access to any permit required documents and records;
iii. to inspect any monitoring equipment or method as required in this permit; or
iv. to sample any pollutants;
d. ee for administering and compliance monitoring; or
e. a Division determination that the conditions of this permit are in conflict with North Carolina
Administrative Code or General Statutes.
\[15A NCAC 02T .0110\]
9. Unless the Division Director grants a variance, expansion of the facilities permitted herein shall not
occur if any of the following apply:
a. The Permittee or any parent, subsidiary, or other affiliate of the Permittee has been convicted of
environmental crimes under G.S. 143-215.6B, or under Federal law that would otherwise be
prosecuted under G.S. 143-215.6B, and all appeals of this conviction have been abandoned or
exhausted.
b. The Permittee or any parent, subsidiary, or other affiliate of the Permittee has previously abandoned
a wastewater treatment facility without properly closing the facility.
c. The Permittee or any parent, subsidiary, or other affiliate of the Permittee has not paid a civil
penalty, and all appeals of this penalty have been abandoned or exhausted.
d. The Permittee or any parent, subsidiary, or other affiliate of the Permittee is currently not compliant
with any compliance schedule in a permit, settlement agreement, or order.
e. The Permittee or any parent, subsidiary, or other affiliate of the Permittee has not paid an annual
fee.
\[15A NCAC 02T .0120(b), 02T .0120(d)\]
10. This permit shall not be renewed if the Permittee or any affiliation has not paid the required annual fee.
\[15A NCAC 02T .0120(c)\]
th
Permit issued this the 19 day of September 2022
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
____________________________________________
Richard E. Rogers, Jr., Director
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0003380
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