WQCSD0228_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20221010

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Shannon Becker
Aqua North Carolina, INC
202 Mackenan Court
Cary, NC 27511
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
October 10, 2022
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Briarwood Subdivision Collection System
NPDES Permit No. WQCSD0228
Forsyth County
Dear Mr. Becker,
On September 28, 2022, Gary Hudson of this office met with Michael Grenier, Back-up
Operator in Responsible Charge (BuORC), Ryan Smith, and Randy Simmons to perform
a Compliance Evaluation Inspection at the above referenced wastewater collection
system. This type of inspection consists of two basic parts: an in -office file review and an
on -site inspection of the treatment facility. The attached EPA inspection form details the
areas that were evaluated during this inspection.
The inspection of the facility was satisfactory. If you have any questions regarding the
inspection or this report, please contact Gary Hudson or me at [phone] or by email
at [e-mail] or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
L±DocuSigned by:
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Lon Snider
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations
Division of Water Resources
Attachments: EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Winston-Salem Regional Office 1450 W. Hanes Mill Rd, Suite 300 I Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105
336.776.9800

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0228 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration:
SOC: Effective: Expiration:
County: Stokes
Region: Winston-Salem
Contact Person: Laurie !son
Directions to Facility:
Owner : Aqua North Carolina Inc
Facility: Briarwood Subdivision Collection System
Title: Phone: [phone] Ext.57234
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/28/2022
Primary Inspector: Gary Hudson
Secondary Inspector(s):
Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 12:OOPM
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control
II Spills/Response Plan Inspections
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSD0228 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 09/28/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
*Mr. Grenier does a good job keeping maintenance and inspection records.
*FOG flyers are mailed out twice per year.
*The Spill Response Action Plan was presented during the inspection. No discrepancies were noted.
*Yearly inspection, mowing, and HPL inspection logs were presented for inspection.
*AII the maintenance and inspection logs are kept at the wastewater treatment plant. The collection system appeared to be
well operated and maintained. No discrepancies were noted during the inspection.
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Permit: WQCSD0228 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 09/28/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
# Is this system a satellite system?
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
# Flow direction
# Approximate pipe age
# Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Are system maintenance records maintained?
Comment: *Mr. Grenier does a good job keeping maintenance and inspection records.
Grease Control
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement?
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations?
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
Comment: *FOG flyers are mailed out twice per year.
Spills and Response Action Plan
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years?
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria?
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCSD0228 Owner - Facility:Aqua North Carolina Inc
Inspection Date: 09/28/2022
Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the plan include:
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# Equipment list and spare parts inventory • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Access to cleaning equipment • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Source of emergency funds ❑ ❑ ❑ •
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Post-overflow/spill assessment • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: *The Spill Response Action Plan was presented during the inspection. No discrepancies were
noted.
Inspections
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
Comment: *Yearly inspection, mowing, and HPL inspection logs were presented for inspection.
*AII the maintenance and inspection logs are kept at the wastewater treatment plant. The
collection system appeared to be well operated and maintained. No discrepancies were noted
during the inspection.
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