NCG550289_Report of Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20221010

ROY COOPER
Governor'
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Mr. Brian Harbour
223 Mount Carmel Church Road
Ruffin, North Carolina 27326
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
October 10, 2022
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
NPDES General Wastewater Discharge Permit - NCG550000
Certificate of Coverage: NCG550289
Single Family Residence 223 Mount Carmel Church Road, Ruffin
Rockingham County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Harbour:
On September 14, 2022 Jim Gonsiewski of this office conducted a Compliance Evaluation
Inspection on the subject wastewater treatment facility at the abovementioned address. You were
present for the inspection. Findings from the inspection are summarized in the enclosed report. The
inspector discussed several permit requirements with you during and after the inspection. An area
of noncompliance with the permit is described below.
Observations made during the inspection indicated that the system appeared to be operating properly.
Mr. Gonsiewski provided you with a list of the proper chlorine tablet type and commercial sources
of the tablets. Please ensure that the septic tank is pumped out every three to five years. Additionally,
please ensure that the change of ownership form provided to you is submitted.
The following area of noncompliance was noted:
You are required to have the discharged water sampled and analyzed by a certified
laboratory annually. Attached please find a list with the names and phone numbers
of two laboratories. Records of monitoring should be maintained for at least 3 years.
At any time, the Division may request to review documentation required to be kept
by the Permit to determine compliance with its conditions.
Additionally, as discussed above, there is some question as to the operation of the
chlorinator and system. Please ensure that the chlorinator has the proper chlorine
tablets, as described in the handout Mr. Gonsiewski gave you.
Your immediate attention in addressing the above noncompliance is appreciated.
Oeparlmenl N EnMonme,Ml Oual�
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

For your information, attached please find copies of the General Permit, the Technical Bulletin, and
the EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report. If you have any questions regarding this matter,
please contact Jim Gonsiewski by phone at 336-776-9704 or by email at
j im.gonsiewskicncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
CDocuSlgned by:
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Lon T. Snider
Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ - WSRO
Attachments:
1. NCG550000 General Wastewater Permit
2. NCG550000 Technical Bulletin
3. EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report
4. List of Laboratories
cc: Electronic Files
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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 Raleigh, North Carolina 27105
336.776.9800

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Department of Environmental Qualify
Technical Bulletin
General Permit NCG550000
Single Family Residences
and other 100% Domestic Discharges
with Similar Characteristics
Revised
October 30, 2020
Who Is Covered Under This Permit?
This permit covers discharges of treated domestic wastewater
from single family residences and other 100% domestic
discharges with similar characteristics at flows not to exceed
1,000 gallons per day. Othertypes of facilities discharging less
than 1,000 ga lions per day of treated domestic wastewater may
be covered underthis permit with the approval of the Division.
Changes in Reissued General Permit
The previous General Permit expired October 31, 2020. The
permit has been reissued for an additional five years. The new
permit contains the following significant changes from the
previous version:
• The following exclusions from coverage were removed
from Part I, Section A. (1.):
a. Waters classified as HQW (High Quality Waters)
(excluding WS-II)
b. Waters located in the Falls Lake Watershed
• The previous general permit included one effluent table.
For this renewal monitoring requirements will be
separated into the following effluent tables in Part I,
Section C:
C. (1.) Discharges to Freshwater (Class B and C waters only)
C. (2.) Discharges to Saltwater (Class SB and SC waters only)
C. (3.) Discharges to High Quality Waters (HQW) and
Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW) [including Water
Supply Waters (WS-II, WS-III, WS-IV, and WS-V)].
Notice of Intent (NOII
The NOI requires updated buffer requirements aligning with
15A NCAC 02T .0506, and the sign -off of a professional
engineer for all new systems. There were also changes and
updates made to the Notice of Intent (NOI) which is filed to
gain coverage underthis permit, which can be downloaded at:
https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-
qua lity-perm itting/npdes-wastewater/npdes-perm itting-
process-1.
Key Permit Requirements
• Annual sampling of the effluent from the system is
required. The parameters to be sampled can be found in
Part I, Section A. A North Carolina certified laboratory
should be contacted to perform the analytical monitoring
A list of certified laboratories can be obtained by
contacting the Division.
• All samples should be collected before the effluent joins
or is diluted by any other wastestream, water, or
substance. [Part II, Section D. (1)]
• The permittee shall give notice to the Division of any
planned physical alterations or additions to the system that
could significantly increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged or introduce new pollutants to the discharge.
These alterations include any types of residence/facility
expansions. [Part II, Section E. (3)]
• Submission of monitoring reports is not required. All
monitoring information must be retained on site for a
period of 3 years. [Part II, Section E. (1)]
Minimum Treatment System Requirements
• Dechlorination is now required for all facilities installing
chlorination afterthe effective date of the final perm it.
• Risers will be required on all new septic tanks making
them easier to locate.
• System requirementsforexisting (previously constructed)
systems are a septic tank, sand filter and disinfection
apparatus. All existing facilities adding chlorination after
August 1, 2007 will also be required to add
dechlorination. System requirements for a new (not yet
constructed) system are a septic tank, primary and
secondary (or recirculating) sand filters,
chlorination/dechlorination (or equivalent means of
disinfection) and post -aeration apparatus.
Operation and Maintenance
In order to protect water quality and to ensure properoperation
of domestic wastewater systems, the following measures
should be taken:
• Check the septic tank every year to see if solids should be
removed.
• Have the septic tank pumped out every three to five years.
Contact a local septic service/repair company for this
service.
• Inspect disinfection and dechlorination equipment (if
applicable) weekly to confirm proper operation.
• If a chlorinator and/or dechlorinator is installed, replace
tablets whenever necessary.
• Unless the ultraviolet 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.
• Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked and leveled
every six months and any vegetative growth shall be
removed manually.
• All pump and alarm systems shall be inspected monthly.
Tips for Maintaining Your Septic Tank
The septic tank is usually a watertight concrete box buried in
the ground outside the house. Wastewaters from the house,
including the toilets, shower, bathtub, washing machine and
dishwasher flow into the tank. Heavier solid m aterials settle to
the bottom and the liquid flows out of the tank into a soil
drainfield. Both the septic tank and dra infield must be properly

maintained for the system to work correctly for any years.
Some tips for maintainingyour septic system are:
• Do not put too much water into the septic system. Try to
conserve water wherever possible.
• Do not add materials such as chemicals, sanitary napkins,
or other foreign objects.
• Restrict the use of your garbage disposal.
• Do not pour grease or cooking oils down the drain.
• Have the solids pumped out of the septic tank every 3-5
years.
• Keep automobiles and heavy equipment off of the septic
tank and drain field.
Chlorination and Dechlorination Tablets
If the treatment system has a chlorinator or dechlorinator, it is
important that there is an adequate supply of tablets to ensure
proper operation. There will usually be a white PVC pipe
sticking up from the chlorinator/dechlorinator where the
tablets should be inserted. Tablets can be obtained from most
plumbing supply stores. Make sure that the tablets are certified
for wastewater use. Chlorine tablets are NOT the same type of
chlorine used for swimming pools.
Signs of Septic System Problems
Some of the signs that your septic system may be having
problems are:
• Sewage backing up into your toilets, tubs or sinks.
• Slowly draining fixtures; particularly after it has rained.
• The smell of raw sewage accompanied by soggy soil
over the drainfield.
• Sewage discharging over the ground or in nearby ditches
or woods.
If you see any of these signs, contact a septic repair company.
Right -of -Way
Issuance of this general permit does not relieve the perm ittee
from obtaining all necessary right-of-way or easement rights
to discharge wastewater on or across another property.
Frequently Asked Ouestions
1) Do I need to submit the monitoring results annually?
No. The submission of monitoring reports for this permit
is not required. There are no standardized Discharge
Monitoring Reports (DMRs) associated with this permit.
All monitoring results should be kept on site for three
years. The Division may request these reports for review
at any time. [Part II, Section E. (1)]
2) Do I need to employ a certified wastewater treatment
plant operator to manage and run the system?
Not at this time. The Division's Operator Training and
Certification Unit does not currently plan to classify these
types of facilities for the purposes of needing a certified
operator. The requirement was left in the permit at this
time with clarification, in the event that classification was
assigned in the future. [Part II, Section C. (1)]
3) Where do I find my stream classification?
The stream classification, i.e. WS-IV, C, Tr, etc., can
usually be found in the Certificate of Coverage or map
that accompanies the COC. If you are unsure of your
stream classification, you can contact the NPDES
Permitting Program.
4) Does a certified lab
samples?
Yes, a North Carolina certified lab must be used
perform analytical monitoring. The only exception to this
rule is when measuring the value of pH. pH values should
be measured in the field because they may change
considerably between when the sample is pulled and it is
analyzed at the laboratory. A list of certified labs is
available from the Division.
5)
need to be used to analyze
to
What If I Sell My Property?
The Division views changes of name or ownership as a
minor modification and requires the Director's approval
Name and ownership changes require you to complete a
Name/Ownership Change Form. The forms are available
by contacting the NPDES Permitting Program at (919)
707-9000 or online at
http s://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-
resources/water-quality-perm itting/npdes-
wastewater/npdes-com pliance-and-0.
6) When does my permit expire and how do I renew it?
CoCs under NCG550000 will be automatically renewed
so long as the CoC holder [permittee] pays all the annual
fees for the CoC. No renewal application is required,
unless the Division specifically requests one.
Contact Us
For additional information on NPDES wastewater permitting
and compliance, please contact us at:
N.C. Division of Water Resources
Water Quality Permitting Section
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1617
Phone: [phone]
You may also contact the local DWR Regional Office at:
• Asheville: [phone]
• Fayetteville: [phone]
• Mooresville: [phone]
• Raleigh: [phone]
• Washington: [phone]
• Wilmington: [phone]
• Winston-Salem: [phone]
The DWR Water Quality Permitting Section can be accessed
on the Internet at: http://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-
resources/water-resources-permits. Copies of the General
Wastewater Permits, technical bulletins, application fees,
guidance documents, and miscellaneous forms may be
downloaded from this web site.
Another source of information on regulatory requirements for
all media is the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
Environmental Assistance & Customer Service, which can be
reached at 1-877-623-6748.

United States Environmental Protection Agency
E PA Washington, D.C. 20460
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code
1 IN I 2 15 1
211IIIII
NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection
3 1 NCG550289 111 121 22/09/14 117
Type
18I I
11111_1I_II11
Inspector Fac Type
191 s 1 201 I
IIlIlIIII111I1111I I I11111
166
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Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA Reserved
671 1 70 LJ [ I 711 1 72 1 NI 731 1 74 71 111 1 II 180
1
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
223 Mount Carmel Church Road
223 Mt Carmel Church Rd
Ruffin NC 27326
Entry Time/Date
12:30PM 22/09/14
Permit Effective Date
19/10/28
Exit Time/Date
01:20PM 22/09/14
Permit Expiration Date
20/10/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
1/1
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Melissa Ellington,3100 Guerrant Spring Rd Ruffin NC 273261/336-939-2516/
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Operations & Maintenar Records/Reports Self -Monitoring Progran
Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Wate
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s)
Jim J Gonsiewski
of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
,—Docusigned by: DWR/Division of Water Quality/336-776-9704/
^1 10/10/2022
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Signature
of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Docusigned y:
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NCG550289
111 121
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Inspection Type
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(Cont.)
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
On September 14, 2022 Jim Gonsiewski of the WSRO conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection
on the subject wastewater treatment facility. The inspector discussed several permit requirements
with the permittee during and after the inspection. An area of noncompliance with the permit is
described below.
Observations made during the inspection indicated that the system appeared to be operating
properly. Mr. Gonsiewski provided the permittee with a list of the proper chlorine tablet type and
commercial sources of the tablets and reminded him that the septic tank should be pumped out every
three to five years. Additionally, the permittee was reminded that the change of ownership form
provided to him be submitted.
The following area of noncompliance was noted:
The discharged water is required to be sampled and analyzed by a certified laboratory annually. The
permittee was provided with a list with the names and phone numbers of two laboratories. Records of
monitoring should be maintained for at least 3 years. At any time, the Division may request to review
documentation required to be kept by the Permit to determine compliance with its conditions.
Additionally, there was some question as to the operation of the chlorinator and system. The
chlorinator must have the proper chlorine tablets, as described in the handout Mr. Gonsiewski gave
the permittee.
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Permit: NCG550289
Inspection Date: 09/14/2022
Owner - Facility: 223 Mount Carmel Church Road
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Yes No NA NE
■ ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑•❑
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new ❑ 0
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit? • ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ • ❑ ❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ❑•❑ ❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? � ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The system appears to be in good condition. The componenents of the SFR system
are below ground except for the chlorinator and the outfall pipe. The owner is in the
process of paying back permit fees submitting his name as owner.
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Following is the list of labs with their phone numbers and contact names.
1. Pace Analytical — Kernersville (704-977-0981) Ask for Stephanie Knotts
2. Statesville Analytical - Statesville (704-872-4697) Ask for Tracey Moore (Extension 1)