WQ0012073_Permit (Issuance)_20060417

�0F W Ar�9Q Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
r" North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
p Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
April 17, 2006
Thomas Dunlea, Member/Manager
Blue Ridge Country Club and Resort, LLC
PO Box 305
Linville Falls, NC 28647
Subject: Permit No. WQ0012073
Blue Ridge Country Club
Wastewater Treatment and Reclaimed
Water Utilization System
McDowell County
Dear Mr. Dunlea:
In accordance with your permit name and change of ownership request received October 31, 2005, we are
forwarding herewith Permit Number. WQ0012073, dated April 17, 2006, to Blue Ridge Country Club and Resort,
LLC for the continued operation of the subject wastewater treatment and reclaimed water utilization system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until April 30, 2008, shall void Permit No.
WQ0012073 issued May 27, 2003, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
Please pay particular attention to the monitoring requirements in this permit. Failure to establish an adequate
system for collecting and maintaining the required operational information will result in future compliance
problems.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right to
request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this permit. This
request must 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-
6714. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Michelle McKay at (919) 715-
6187.
Sincerely,
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND RECLAIMED WATER UTILIZATION 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
Blue Ridge Country Club and Resort, LLC
McDowell County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 202,300 GPD reclaimed water utilization system (with tertiary treated effluent from
NC0080098) consisting of an equalization tank, dual path aeration tanks, dual path clarifiers, tertiary filters,
chlorination and dechlorination, flow meter, turbidimeter and 2.3 million square feet of irrigation area (owned by
Blue Ridge Country Club) to serve the Blue Ridge Country Club development with no discharge of wastes to the
surface waters, pursuant to the application received October 31, 2005 and subsequent additional information
received by the Division, and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data
subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural, Resources and considered a part
of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until April 30, 2008, shall void Permit No.
WQ0012073 issued May 27, 2003, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations:
I. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
The reclaimed water utilization facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times so
that there is no discharge to the surface waters, nor any contamination of ground waters which will
render them unsatisfactory for normal use. In the event that the facilities fail to perform
satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions or failure of the irrigation area to
adequately assimilate the wastewater, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective actions including
those actions that may be required by the Division of Water Quality (Division), such as the
construction of additional, or replacement wastewater treatment and disposal facilities.
2. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages to surface
or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
3. The residuals generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed in accordance with General
Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the Division.
4. Diversion or bypassing of the untreated wastewater from the treatment facilities is prohibited.

The following buffers shall be maintained:
a. 100 feet between wetted areas and water supply wells,
b. 100 feet between wetted areas and waters classified as SA,
c. ' 25 feet between wetted areas and surface waters not classified as SA;
d. 100 feet between wastewater treatment units and wells,
e. 50 feet between reclaimed water storage/irrigation ponds and property lines, and
f. 50 feet between wastewater treatment units and property lines.
Some of the buffers specified above may not have been included in previous permits for this waste
treatment and disposal system. These buffers are not intended to prohibit or prevent modifications,
which are required by the Division, to improve performance of the existing treatment facility. These
buffers do, however, apply to modifications of the treatment and disposal facilities that are for the
purpose of increasing the flow that is tributary to the facility. These buffers do apply to any
expansion or modification of the irrigation areas and apply in instances in which the sale of property
would cause any of the buffers now,complied with, for the treatment and disposal facilities, to be
violated. The applicant is advised that any modifications to the existing facilities will require a permit
modification.
6. Public access to the irrigation sites shall be controlled during active site use. Such controls may
include the posting of signs showing the activities being conducted at each site. A sign shall be
posted in plain sight in the clubhouse showing these activities.
7. The following shall be requirements. for the reclaimed water distribution, storage, and
utilization facilities:
a. All reclaimed water valves, storage facilities, and outlets shall be tagged or labeled to
warn the public or employees that the water is not intended for drinking. Where
appropriate, such warning shall inform the public or employees to avoid contact with the
water.
b. All reclaimed water piping, valves, outlets, and other appurtenances shall be color -coded,
taped, or otherwise marked to identify the source of the water as being reclaimed water.
i. All reclaimed water piping and appurtenances shall be either colored purple (i.e.,
Pantone 522) and embossed or integrally stamped or marked "CAUTION:.
RECLAIMED WATER — DO NOT DRINK" or be installed with a purple (i.e.,
Pantone 522) identification tape or polyethylene vinyl wrap. The warning shall
be stamped on opposite sides of the pipe and repeated every three feet or less.
ii. Identification tape shall be at least three inches wide and have white or black
lettering on purple (i.e., Pantone 522) field stating "CAUTION: RECLAIMED
WATER — DO NOT DRINK." Identification tape shall be installed on top of
reclaimed water pipelines, fastened at least every 10 feet to each pipe length and
run continuously the entire length of the pipe.
c. All reclaimed water valves and outlets shall be of a type, or secured' in a manner, that
permits operation by authorized personnel only.
d. Above -ground hose bibs (i.e., spigots or other hand -operated connections) shall not be
present. Hose bibs shall be located in locked below -grade vaults that shall be clearly
labeled as being of non -potable quality. As an alternative to the use of locked below -
grade vaults with standard hose bibs services, hose bibs, which can only be operated by a
special tool or connected to a special hose connection, may be placed in non lockable
underground services boxes clearly labeled as non -potable water.
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II. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
2. Upon classification of the wastewater treatment and irrigation facilities by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), the Permittee shall designate and
employ a certified operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) and one or more certified operator(s) to
be back-up ORC(s) of the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC SG .0201. The ORC shall visit
the facilities in accordance with 15A NCAC 8G .0204 or as specified in this permit and shall comply
with all other conditions specified in these rules.
A suitable, year-round vegetative cover shall ,be maintained on the irrigation areas
4. Irrigation shall not be performed during inclement weather or when the ground is in a condition that
will cause runoff.
5. Adequate measures shall be taken to prevent wastewater runoff from the irrigation field.
6. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non -discharge system to prevent the
discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility (unless allowed under
NC0080098).
7. The application rate shall not exceed a cumulative loading of 40 inches over any twelve (12) month
period at an instantaneous application rate not to exceed .375 inches per hour.
8. An automatically activated standby power source shall be on site and operational at all times. If a
generator is employed as an alternate power supply, it shall be tested weekly by interrupting the
primary power source.
No type of wastewater other than that from the Blue Ridge Country Club Development, LLC property
shall be irrigated onto the irrigation area.
10. If not already installed, a waste -level gauge, to monitor waste levels in the storage pond, shall be
installed within 60 days of issuance of this permit. This gauge shall have readily visible permanent
markings indicating the 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 top of the dam
elevations. Caution must be taken not to damage the integrity of the liner when installing the gauge.
11. Freeboard in the storage pond shall not be less than two feet at any time.
12. A protective vegetative cover shall be established and maintained on all earthen basin embankments
(outside toe of embankment to maximum pumping elevation), berms, pipe runs, erosion control areas,
and surface water diversions. Trees, shrubs, and other woody vegetation shall not be allowed to grow
on the earthen basin dikes or embankments. Earthen basin embankment areas shall be kept mowed or
otherwise controlled and accessible.
13.. All wastewater shall be routed to the five-day holding pond should the limit for fecal coliform
(daily maximum concentration of 25 per 100 ml) or turbidity (instantaneous maximum of 10
NTU) be exceeded, until such time that the problems associated with the treatment capability
of the wastewater treatment plant have been corrected. The wastewater in the five-day
holding pond shall be pumped back to the treatment plant for re -treatment prior to discharge
to the storage pond.
14. The chlorine tablets used in the disinfection facility shall be of the kind and type specified in the plans
and specifications approved by the Division.

III. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. Any monitoring (including groundwater, surface water, soil or plant tissue analyses) deemed
necessary by the Division to insure surface and ground water protection will be established and an
acceptable sampling reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. Influent flow shall be continuously monitored and daily flow values shall be reported on Form
NDMR.
The Permittee shall install an appropriate flow measurement device consistent with approved
engineering and scientific practices, if not already installed per NPDES Permit No. NC0080098, to
ensure the accuracy and reliability of influent flow measurement. Flow measurement devices
selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum deviation of less than 10 percent from
true flow, accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year, and maintained to ensure that the
accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
Records of flow measurement device calibration shall be kept on file by the Permittee for a period of
at least three years. At a minimum, data to be included in this documentation shall be:
a. Date of flow measurement device calibration
b. Name of person performing calibration
c. Percent from true flow
3. As an indicator of proper operation and maintenance, the facility shall produce an effluent in
compliance with the following limitations:
Parameter Monthly Average Daily (Instantaneous) Maximum c
Flow 202,300 GPD
BOD5 (5-day, 20°C) 10 mg/l 15 mg/1
NH3 as N 4 mg/l 6 mg/l
TSS 5 mg/1 10 mg/l
Fecal Coliform 14 per 100 ml b 25 per 100 ml
Turbidity 10 NTU
The effluent pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
a Monthly averages for all but fecal coliform shall be the arithmetic mean of all samples collected
during the reporting period.
b
Monthly average for fecal coliform shall be the geometric mean of all samples collected during the
reporting period.
c Daily maximum shall be the maximum value of all samples collected during the reporting period.
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The effluent from the subject facilities shall be monitored, by the Permittee, at the point prior to
discharge for the following parameters:
Parameter Sampling Point Sampling Frequency Type of Sample
Flow
Influent or Effluent
Continuous
Recording
Turbidity
Effluent
Continuous
Recording
BOD5 (5-day, 20°C)
Effluent
*2/Month
Composite
NH3 as N
Effluent
*2/Month
Composite
TSS
Effluent
*2/Month
Composite
Fecal Coliform
Effluent
*2/Month
Grab
Settleable Matter
Effluent
Daily
Grab
Residual Chlorine
Effluent
**Triannual
Grab
NO3
Effluent
**Triannual
Grab
TDS
Effluent
* *Triannual
Grab
TOC
Effluent
* *Triannual
Grab
Chloride
Effluent
* *Triannual
Grab
pH
Effluent
* *Triannual
Grab
* 2/Month sampling frequency only during the months of April through October. During the
remainder of the year, these parameters shall be monitored monthly.
** Triannual sampling shall be conducted during March, July, and November.
If Groundwater sampling indicates or predicts problems with the compliance with Groundwater
Standards, this permit will be modified to include additional and/or more restrictive limitations.
4. Adequate records shall be maintained by the Permittee tracking the amount of wastewater disposed.
These records shall include, but are not necessarily limited to the following information:
a. date and time of irrigation,
b. volume of wastewater irrigated,
c. zone irrigated,
d. length of time zone is irrigated,
e. continuous weekly, monthly, and year-to-date hydraulic (inches/acre) loading for each zone,
f. weather conditions, and
g. maintenance of cover crops.
5. Three (3) copies of all monitoring data (as specified in Conditions III(2 and 3)) on Form NDMR-1
and three (3) copies of all operation and disposal records (as specified in condition III(4) and HI(7))
on Form NDAR-1 shall be submitted monthly on or before the last day of the following month. All
information shall be submitted to the following address:
NC Division of Water Quality
Information Processing Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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6. A record shall be maintained of all residuals removed from this facility. This record shall include the
name of the hauler, permit authorizing the disposal or a letter from a municipality agreeing to accept
the residuals, date the residuals were hauled, and volume of residuals removed.
7. Freeboard in the storage pond shall be recorded weekly.
8. A maintenance log shall be maintained at this facility including but not limited to the following items:
a. Daily sampling results of dissolved oxygen in the aeration basin and at the clarifier weir.
b. Visual observations of the plant and plant site.
c. Record of preventative maintenance (changing of filters, adjusting belt tensions, alarm testing,
diffuser inspections and cleanings, etc.).
d. Date of calibration of flow measurement device. .
e. Date and results of power interruption testing on alternate power supply.
f. The number of_Chlor and DeChlor tablets added to the disinfection system.
g. Maintenance around the storage pond such as mowing, trimming, etc.
9. 'Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828)
251-6208, as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day
following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of significant
amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the
contents of a sludge digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the
facility; or any other unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of
adequate wastewater treatment such as mechanical ,or electrical failures of pumps, aerators,
compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility, resulting in a by-pass directly to
receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
d. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility has gone out of compliance
with its permit limitations.
Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency
Response personnel at telephone number [phone] or [phone]. Persons reporting such
occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within five (5) days following
first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken
to ensure that the problem does not recur.
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IV. GROUNDWATER REQUIREMENTS
Any additional groundwater quality monitoring, as deemed necessary by the Division, shall be
provided.
2. The COMPLIANCE BOUNDARY for the disposal system is specified by regulations in 15A
NCAC 2L, Groundwater Classifications and Standards. - The Compliance Boundary is for the
disposal system constructed after December 31, 1983 is established at either (1) 250 feet from the
waste disposal area, or (2) 50 feet within the property boundary, whichever is closest to the waste
disposal area. An exceedance of Groundwater Quality Standards at or beyond the Compliance
Boundary is subject to immediate remediation action in addition to the penalty provisions
applicable under General Statute 143-215.6A(a)(1).
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2L, a REVIEW BOUNDARY is established around the disposal
systems midway between the Compliance Boundary and the perimeter of the waste disposal area.
Any exceedance of standards at the Review Boundary shall require remediation action on the part
of the Permittee.
3. ' No land application of waste activities shall be undertaken when the vertical separation between the
depth of application and the water table is less than three feet. Verification of the water table
elevation can be confirmed by water level readings obtained from on -site wells , or by auger
boring(s), which must be done within 24 hours prior to the application of wastewater. Open
borings must be filled with native soil prior to land application.
V. INSPECTIONS
Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to insure proper
operation of the subject facilities.
2. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater treatment and disposal facilities to prevent
malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause or lead to the release
of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance. The Permittee shall keep an
inspection log or summary including at least the date and time of inspection, observations made, and
any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee. This log of inspections shall
be maintained by the Permittee for a period of three years from the date of the inspection and shall be
made available upon request to the Division or other permitting authority.
3. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division may, upon presentation of
credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises or place on or related to the disposal site or
facility at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining compliance with this permit; may
inspect or copy any records that must be maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit,
and may obtain samples of groundwater, surface water, or leachate.
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with the
conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the
application and other supporting data.
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3. The Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental Management Commission is
incorporated herein by reference and shall be a condition of this permit. Noncompliance with the terms
of the Operational Agreement shall subject the Permittee to all sanctions provided by North Carolina
General Statutes § 143-215.6A to § 143-215.6C for violation of or failure to act in accordance with the
terms and conditions of this permit.
4. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change ownership, or
there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be submitted to the Division
accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting
materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request will be considered on its merits and may
or may not be approved. V
Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the Permittee to
an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A
to 143-215.6C.
6. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state, and
federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC
2B.0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the
Division's General Permit NCGO10000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC
2B .0200 and 2H .0500.
7. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the Permittee for
the life of the project.
8. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty days after
being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause the Division to initiate
action to revoke this permit as specified by 15 NCAC 2H .0205 (c)(4).
9. The Permittee, at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its extension.
Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the facilities described
therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time and under such conditions and
limitations as it may deem appropriate.
Permit issued this the 17th day of April, 2006
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number WQ0012073

Permit No. WQ0012073
April 17, 2006
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
Partial Final
1, , as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of
North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of the project,
Project Name
Location and County
for the Permittee hereby state that, to the. best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation
of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance and intent of
this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature
Date
Registration No.