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NC Dept. of Environmental Quality
Water Quality Section
2090 U.S. 70 Highway
Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211 DEC 21 2022
Water Quality Regional Operations
RE: Bost Rd Sewer Improvements Project Asheville Regional Office
To Tim Heim,
Please find attached the Fast Track Sewer System Extension Application for the above referenced
project.The application is being submitted on behalf of our client City of Morganton. We are requesting
approval of gravity sewer expansion off of N Green St, and improvements to the Bost Rd Pump Station
and force main.
Included with the application package are one original and one copy of the following documents.
• Cover Letter
• Project Narrative
• Application Fee (Check made payable to North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
(NCDEQ) in the amount of$480.00)
• Fast Track Application Form
• Site Maps
• Existing Permit
Should you have any questions regarding the application or require additional information please do not
hesitate to contract me by phone at 704-817-0008 or by email at [e-mail].
Regards,
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PROJECT NARRATIVE 21
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Gravity Sewer Design
Water Quality Regional Operations
All existing gravity sewer lines to remain in service. This project proposes to add 30W@Fi8f k'490 We
from the intersection of N Green St and St Mary's Church Rd to the Bost Rd Pump Station. No new flow
is currently planned for this line.
Pump Station Design
To plan for future development the pump station will be upsized with the below design elements:
• The new wet well will be constructed on the same site adjacent to the existing wet well to the
west.This will allow the existing lift station to remain in service,without the need for long
duration bypass pumping as the new wet well is constructed.
• Two new submersible pumps will be installed in the new wet well. Pumps will be solids-
handling pumps in pre-rotation basins suitable for pumping wastewater. The existing air bubbler
system for grease will be re-installed in the new wet well.
• Pumps will be guide rail-mounted and can be installed/removed from the wet well without
making entry. Lifting chain will be provided with sufficient strength for the pump and associated
pulling forces. All components of the system (guide rails, brackets, chain, etc) will be
manufactured from 316 stainless steel for premium corrosion resistance. This is listed in the
specifications.
• Each pump is designed to handle the future peak capacity of 340 gpm.
• A davit crane will be provided above the new wet well and pumps to facilitate lifting pumps for
maintenance and repair without the need to bring a crane truck to the site. The crane extends
over the side of the new wet well to allow pumps to be lowered to ground level for transfer to
flat bed truck for transport to/from site.
• The existing wet well structure will be demolished to 3 ft below grade and the remainder filled.
• A new valve vault will be constructed adjacent to the new wet well. The vault will house check
valve, plug valve, pressure gauge, magnetic flow meter, and air release valve.
• A metal platform will be installed around the wet well to house the new electrical equipment 2
ft above the 100-yr flood elevation. This will be covered with an overhanging canopy to protect
from the elements and provide cover for staff during maintenance/operations checks.
• All new electrical components are proposed, including new utility service,which is being
coordinated with Duke Energy. Connections for a portable generator will be provided with the
other electrical components.
Forcemain
This project proposed to add 4105 LF of new 8"force main from the wet well, under the Catawba River
by horizontal direction drill, to discharge into the existing 42"gravity sewer along Sanford Dr.There are
four air release valves along the main, at high points.The velocity at peak capacity is 2.2 fps.The city
requested the line be sized for potential ultimate buildout capacity. Pigging with ice slurry is possible if
cleaning the line is required.
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PROJECT NARRATIVE
Some temporary bypass pumping will be required when this transition occurs to the new wet well and
force main. A permanent quick-connect riser will be connected to the 8" force main so that City crews
can use it in the future when bypass pumping may be needed for routine and emergency maintenance.
The existing 2" force main will be abandoned in place and filled and capped.
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
DWR Division of Water Resources
FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION
Division of Water Resources FTA 06-21 &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Application Number: (to be completed by DwR)
All items must be completed or the application will be returned
1. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name: City of Morganton(company,municipality,HOA, utility,etc.)
2. Applicant type: ❑ Individual ❑ Corporation ❑ General Partnership ❑ Privately-Owned Public Utility
❑ Federal ❑ State/County ®Municipal ❑ Other
3. Signature authority's name: Brad Boris per 15A NCAC 02T.0106(b)
Title: Water Resources Director D ��
4. Applicant's mailing address: PO Box 3448
City: Morganton State: NC Zip: 28680-3448 2ry�g�
5. Applicant's contact information: DEC 2 1 2022
Phone number: [phone] Email Address: bboris(&morgantonnc. ov
Water Quality Regional Operations
II. PROJECT INFORMATION: Asheville Regional Office
1. Project name: Bost Rd Sewer Improvements
2. Application/Project status: ❑ Proposed(New Pen-nit) ® Existing Permit/Project
If a modification,provide the existing permit number: WQ00 and issued date: ,
For modifications,also attach a detailed narrative description as described in Item G of the checklist.
If new construction,but part of a master plan,provide the existing permit number: WQ00
3. County where project is located: Burke
4. Approximate Coordinates(Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.758781° Longitude: -81.703144'
5. Parcel ID(if applicable): 1794737408 (or Parcel ID to closest downstream sewer)
III. CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
1. Professional Engineer: S. Keller Drozdick License Number: 053899
Finn: Merrick&Company
Mailing address: 301 S McDowell St, Suite 300
City: Charlotte State: NC Zip: 28204-
Phone number: [phone] Email Address: keller.drozdick(i�merrick.com
IV. WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY(WWTF) INFORMATION:
1. Facility Name: Catawba River Pollution Control Facility Permit Number:NCO026573
Owner Name: City of Morganton
V. RECEIVING DOWNSTREAM SEWER INFORMATION:
1. Pennit Number(s): WQCS00028
2. Downstream(Receiving) Sewer Information: 42 inch N Gravity ❑ Force Main
3. System Wide Collection System Permit Number(s)(if applicable): WQCS00028
Owner Name(s): City of Morganton
FORM: FTA 06-21 Page 1 of 5

VI. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. If the Applicant is a Privately-Owned Public Utility,has a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity been attached?
[—] Yes ❑No ®N/A
2. If the Applicant is a Developer of lots to be sold,has a Developer's Operational Agreement(FORM:DEV)been attached?
[—]Yes ❑No ®N/A
3. If the Applicant is a Home/Property Owners'Association,has an HOA/POA Operational Agreement(FORM:HOA) and
supplementary documentation as required by 15A NCAC 02T.0115(c)been attached?
❑Yes ❑No ®N/A
4. Origin of wastewater:(check all that apply):
® Residential(Individually Owned) ®Retail(stores,centers,malls) ❑ Car Wash
® Residential(Leased) ® Retail with food preparation/service ❑Hotel and/or Motels
® School/preschool/day care ®Medical/dental/veterinary facilities ® Swimming Pool/Clubhouse
®Food and drink facilities ® Church ® Swimming Pool/Filter Backwash
®Businesses/offices/factories ❑Nursing Home ❑ Other(Explain in Attachment)
5. Nature of wastewater: 70%Domestic 20%Commercial 10%Industrial(See 15A NCAC 02T.0103(20))
If Industrial,is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ®Yes ❑No
6. Has a flow reduction been approved under 15A NCAC 02T.0114(fl? ❑Yes ®No
➢ If yes,provide a copy of flow reduction approval letter with this application
7. Summarize wastewater generated by project:
Establishment Type(see 02T.0114(f)) Daily Design Flow a,b No.of Units Flow
gal/ GPD
gal/ GPD
gal/ GPD
gal/ GPD
gal/ GPD
gal/ GPD
Total GPD
a See 15A NCAC 02T .0114(b),d). (e)(1)and(e)(2) for caveats to wastewater design flow rates(i.e., minimum flow per
dwelling;proposed unknown non-residential development uses;public access facilities located near high public use areas;
and residential property located south or east of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway to be used as vacation rentals as defined
in G.S.42A-4).
b Per 15A NCAC 02T.0114(c),design flow rates for establishments not identified [in table 15A NCAC 02T.01141 shall be
determined using available flow data,water using fixtures,occupancy or operation patterns,and other measured data.
8. Wastewater generated by project: 0 GPD(per 15A NCAC 02T.0114)
➢ Do not include future flows or previously permitted allocations
If permitted flow is zero,please indicate why:
❑Pump Station/Force Main or Gravity Sewer where flow will be permitted in subsequent permits that connect to this line.
Please provide supplementary information indicating the approximate timeframe for permitting upstream sewers with flow.
❑Flow has already been allocated in Permit Number: Issuance Date:
®Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewers with no new flow expected
❑Other(Explain):
FORM: FTA 06-21 Page 2 of 5

VII. GRAVITY SEWER DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable)-02T.0305&MDC(Gravity Sewers):
1. Summarize gravity sewer to be permitted:
Size(inches) Length (feet) Material
8 2909 PVC
8 137 DIP
➢ Section II&III of the MDC for Permitting of Gravity Sewers contains information related to design criteria
➢ Section III contains information related to minimum slopes for gravity sewer(s)
➢ Oversizing lines to meet minimum slope requirements is not allowed and a violation of the MDC
VIII. PUMP STATION DESIGN CRITERIA(If Applicable)—02T.0305&MDC(Puma Stations/Force Mains):
PROVIDE A SEPARATE COPY OF THIS PAGE FOR EACH PUMP STATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROJECT
1. Pump station number or name: Bost Rd
2. Approximate Coordinates(Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.758912' Longitude: -81.716018'
3. Total number of pumps at the pump station: 2
3. Design flow of the pump station: 0.49 millions gallons per day(firm capacity)
➢ This should reflect the total GPM for the pump station with the largest pump out of service.
4. Operational point(s)per pump(s): 340 gallons per minute(GPM)at 37.6 feet total dynamic head(TDH)
5. Summarize the force main to be permitted(for this Pump Station):
Size(inches) Length(feet) Material
8 3340 PVC
8 600 HDPE
8 165 DIP
If any portion of the force main is less than 4-inches in diameter,please identify the method of solids reduction per
MDCPSFM Section 2.01 C.Lb. ❑ Grinder Pump ❑ Mechanical Bar Screen ❑ Other(please specify)
6. Power reliability in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T.0305(h)(1):
® Standby power source or ❑ Standby pump
➢ Must have automatic activation and telemetry- 15A NCAC 02T.0305(h)(1)(B)_
➢ Required for all pump stations with an average daily flow greater than or equal to 15,000 gallons per day
➢ Must be permanent to facility and may not be portable
Or if the pump station has an average daily flow less than 15,000 gallons per day 15A NCACO2T.0305(h)(1)(C):
❑ Portable power source with manual activation,quick-connection receptacle and telemetry-
or
❑ Portable pumping unit with plugged emergency pump connection and telemetry:
➢ Include documentation that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant and is compatible with the station.
➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations,an evaluation of all the pump stations'storage
capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel timeframes, shall be provided
as part of this permit application in the case of a multiple station power outage.
FORM: FTA 06-21 Page 3 of 5

IX. SETBACKS& SEPARATIONS—(02B.0200 & 15A NCAC 02T.0305(f)):
1. Does the project comply with all separations/alternatives found in 15A NCAC 02T.0305(fl&(g)? ® Yes [:]No
15A NCAC 02T.0305 contains minimum separations that shall be provided for sewers stems:
Setback Parameter* Separation Required
Storm sewers and other utilities not listed below(vertical) 18 inches
2Water mains(vertical-water over sewer preferred,including in benched trenches) 18 inches
2Water mains(horizontal) 10 feet
Reclaimed water lines(vertical-reclaimed over sewer) 18 inches
Reclaimed water lines(horizontal-reclaimed over sewer) 2 feet
**Any private or public water supply source,including any wells,WS-I waters of Class I or
Class II impounded reservoirs used as a source of drinking water,and associated wetlands. 100 feet
**Waters classified WS(except WS-I or WS-V),B, SA,ORW,HQW,or SB from normal
high water(or tide elevation)and wetlands associated with these waters(see item IX.2) 50 feet
**Any other stream, lake, impoundment,or ground water lowering and surface drainage
ditches,as well as wetlands associated with these waters or classified as WL. 10 feet
Any building foundation(horizontal) 5 feet
Any basement(horizontal) 10 feet
Top slope of embankment or cuts of 2 feet or more vertical height 10 feet
Drainage systems and interceptor drains 5 feet
Any swimming pools 10 feet
Final earth grade(vertical) 36 inches
➢ If noncompliance with 02T.0305(fl or(g), see Section X.1 of this application
*I 5A NCAC 02T.0305(g)contains alternatives where separations in 02T.0305(fl cannot be achieved. Please check"yes"
above if these alternatives are used and provide narrative information to explain.
**Stream classifications can be identified using the Division's NC Surface Water Classifications webpMe
2. Does this project comply with the minimum separation requirements for water mains? ®Yes ❑No ❑N/A
➢ If no,please refer to 15A NCAC 18C.0906(f)for documentation requirements and submit a separate document,
signed/sealed by an NC licensed PE, verifying the criteria outlined in that Rule.
3. Does the project comply with separation requirements for wetlands? [—]Yes ®No ❑N/A
➢ Please provide supplementary information identifying the areas of non-conformance.
➢ See the Division's draft separation requirements for situations where separation cannot be met.
➢ No variance is required if the alternative design criteria specified is utilized in design and construction.
4. Is the project located in a river basin subject to any State buffer rules? ®Yes Basin name: Catawba River ❑No
If yes,does the project comply with setbacks found in the river basin rules per 15A NCAC 02B.0200? ®Yes ❑No
➢ This includes Trout Buffered Streams per 15A NCAC 213.0202
5. Does the project require coverage/authorization under a 404 Nationwide/individual permits ® Yes ❑No
or 401 Water Quality Certifications?
➢ Please provide the permit number/permitting status in the cover letter if coverage/authorization is required.
6. Does project comply with 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6)(additional permits/certifications)? ®Yes ❑No
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6),directly related environmental permits or certification applications must be being prepared,
have been applied for,or have been obtained. Issuance of this permit is contingent on issuance of dependent permits(erosion
and sedimentation control plans, stormwater management plans,etc.).
7. Does this project include any sewer collection lines that are deemed"high-priority?" ❑ Yes ®No
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0402,"high-priority sewer"means any aerial sewer,sewer contacting surface waters,
siphon,or sewers positioned parallel to streambanks that are subject to erosion that undermines or deteriorates the sewer.
Siphons and sewers suspended through interference/conflict boxes require a variance approval.
➢ If yes,include an attachment with details for each line,including type(aerial line,size,material,and location).
High priority lines shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six-months and
inspections documented per 15A NCAC 02T.0403(a)(5)or the permittee's individual System-Wide Collection permit.
FORM: FTA 06-21 Page 4 of 5

X. CERTIFICATIONS:
1. Does the submitted system comply with 15A NCAC 02T, the Minimum Design Criteria for the Permitting of Pump Stations
and Force Mains(latest version),and the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria(latest version)as applicable?
®Yes ❑No
If no, for projects requiring a single variance, complete and submit the Variance/Alternative Design Request application
(VADC 10-14) and supporting documents for review to the Central Office. Approval of the request will be issued
concurrently with the approval of the permit, and projects requiring a variance approval may be subiect to longer
review times.For projects requiring two or more variances or where the variance is determined by the Division to be a
significant portion of the project,the full technical review is required.
2. Professional Engineer's Certification:
I,_ attest that this application for_Bost Rd Sewer Improvements_
(Professional Engineer's name from Application Item III.1.) (Project Name from Application Item 11.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate, complete and consistent with the information supplied in the plans,
specifications,engineering calculations,and all other supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge. I further
attest that to the best of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations,
Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers(latest version), and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting
of Pump Stations and Force Mains(latest version). Although other professionals may have developed certain portions of this
submittal package, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and
have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed$10,000,as well as civil penalties up to$25,000 per violation.Misrepresentation of the application
information,including failure to disclose any design non-compliance with the applicable Rules and design criteria,may subject
the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to referral to the licensing board.(21 NCAC 56.0701)
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3. Applicant's Certification per 15A NCAC 02T.0106(b):
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(Signature Authority Name from Application Item 1.3.) (Project Name from Application Item 11.1)
attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting documentation
and attachments are not included, this application package is subject to being returned as incomplete. I understand that any
discharge of wastewater from this non-discharge system to surface waters or the land will result in an immediate enforcement
action that may include civil penalties,injunctive relief,and/or criminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division
of Water Resources should a condition of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts of this application
package are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application
package will be returned to me as incomplete.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed$10,000 as well as civil penalties up to$25,000 per violation.
Signature: �' Date:
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
SYSTEM-WIDE COLLECTION 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 the
City of Morganton
WQCS00028
FOR THE
operation and maintenance of a wastewater collection system consisting of,at the time of permit issuance,
approximately 203.7 miles of gravity sewer, approximately 0.3 miles of vacuum sewer, approximately 4.22
miles of pressure sewer, approximately 8.69 miles of force main, 87 simplex pump stations that discharge
to a pressure sewer and serve a single building, 16 duplex pump stations, and all associated piping, valves,
and appurtenances required to make a complete and operational wastewater collection system to serve
the City of Morganton and any deemed permitted satellite communities, pursuant to the application
received September 19, 2016, and in conformity with the documents referenced therein and other
supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environmental Quality and
considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from April 1, 2017 until March 31, 2025, and shall be subject to the following
specified conditions and limitations:
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1. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the properly permitted
Wastewater Treatment Facility identified in the permit application and documented in the Division's
database. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
2. The wastewater collection system shall be effectively managed, maintained and operated at all times
to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater
standards or surface water standards. In the event that the wastewater collection system fails to
perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions,the Permittee shall take immediate
actions as per the Response Action Plan(Condition II(9)),as well as any actions that may be required by
the Division of Water Resources(Division),such as the construction of additional or replacement sewer
lines and/or equipment. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
3. The Permittee shall establish by ordinance, inter-local agreement or contract its legal authority to
require new sewers be properly constructed; to ensure proper inspection and testing of sewer mains
and service laterals;to address flows from satellite systems and to take enforcement action as required
by Condition 1(4). [G.S. 143-215.913;G.S. 143-215.1(f)(1)]
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement an educational fats, oils and grease program that shall
include at least semiannual distribution of educational material targeted at both residential and non-
residential users. The Permittee shall also develop and implement an enforceable fats,oils and grease
program for non-residential users under which the Permittee can take enforcement against users who
have not properly installed, operated and maintained grease traps or grease interceptors as directed
or otherwise violated the terms of the enforcement program pertaining to fats,oils and grease.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
5. The Permittee shall adopt and implement a Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) to designate funding for
reinvestment into the wastewater collection system infrastructure. The CIP should address the short-
term needs and long-term "master plan" concepts. The CIP should typically cover a three to five year
period and include a goal statement,description of the project area,description of the existing facilities,
known deficiencies(over a reasonable period)and forecasted future needs. Cost analysis is integral to
the CIP. [G.S. 143-215.961
6. Overflow piping from manholes and pump stations, excluding piping to approved equalization
structures, known or discovered after permit issuance shall be immediately removed or permanently
capped. Plugged or valved emergency pumping connections are allowable for portable pumping or
rerouting without intentionally bypassing the wastewater treatment facility.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
7. The Permittee shall maintain a contingency plan for pump failure at each pump station. If one of the
pumps in a pump station containing multiple pumps fails,the process of repairing or replacing the pump
shall be initiated immediately and the new parts or pump shall be installed as soon as possible. The
permittee shall provide justification for delay in initiating the process for repair or replacement at the
Division's request. If the pump in a simplex pump station serving more than a single building or pump
stations not capable of pumping at a rate of 2.5 times the average daily flow rate with the largest pump
out of service fails, it shall be replaced immediately. [15A NCAC 02T.0305(h) (1))
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8. Each pump station shall be clearly and conspicuously posted with a pump station identifier and an
emergency contact telephone number at which an individual who can initiate or perform emergency
service for the wastewater collection system 24 hours per day, seven days per week can be contacted.
This emergency contact telephone number shall be coupled with instructions that the emergency
contact should be called if the visual alarm illuminates, if the audible alarm sounds, or if an emergency
is apparent. [15A NCAC 02T.0305 (h) (2)J
9. Pump station sites, equipment and components shall have restricted access.
[15A NCAC 02T.0305(h) (4))
10. Pump stations that do not employ an automatic polling feature(i.e. routine contact with pump stations
from a central location to check operational status of the cornmunication system) shall have both
audible and visual high water alarms. The alarms shall be weather-proof and placed in a clear and
conspicuous location. Permits issued for the construction of pump stations that included high water
alarms in the description must maintain the alarms even if simple telemetry(i.e.notification of an alarm
condition initiated by the pump station control feature) is installed.
[15A NCAC 02T.0305(h) (1))
11. For all newly constructed, modified and rehabilitated pump stations, all equipment and components
shall be sealed within a corrosion-resistant coating or encasement to the extent practicable and
equivalent to the minimum design criteria unless the permittee can demonstrate it is not practicable
or another form of corrosion resistance is employed. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
II. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
1. Upon classification of the collection system 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 8G .0201. The ORC shall visit the system within 24 hours of
knowledge of a bypass,spill,or overflow of wastewater from the system, unless visited by the Back-Up
ORC,and shall comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 8G .0204.
[15A NCAC 08G .0200 et.seq.)
2. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for reviewing all inspection, maintenance,
operational and complaint logs. If the review process results in the identification of any recurring
problem in the wastewater collection system that cannot be resolved in a short time period, the
Permittee shall establish a plan for addressing the problem(s). [15A NCAC 02T.0108 (b))
3. The Permittee shall develop and adhere to a schedule for testing emergency and standby equipment.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
4. The Permittee shall develop and implement a routine pump station inspection and maintenance
program which shall include the following maintenance activities:
a. Cleaning and removing debris from the pump station structure, outside perimeter, and wet
well;
b. Inspecting and exercising all valves;
c. Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other mechanical equipment; and
d. Verifying the proper operation of the alarms, telemetry system and auxiliary equipment.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
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5. For each pump station without pump reliability (i.e. simplex pump stations serving more than a single
building or pump stations not capable of pumping at a rate of 2.5 times the average daily flow rate with
the largest pump out of service), at least one fully operational spare pump capable of pumping peak
flow shall be maintained on hand. [15A NCAC 02T.0305(h) (1) (A)]
6. The Permittee shall maintain on hand at least two percent of the number of pumps installed, but no
less than two pumps, that discharge to a pressure sewer and serve a single building, unless the
Permittee has the ability to purchase and install a replacement pump within 24 hours of first knowledge
of the simplex pump failure or within the storage capacity provided in a sewer line extension permit.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108 (b)]
7. Rights-of-way and/or easements shall be properly maintained to allow accessibility to the wastewater
collection system unless the Permittee can demonstrate the ability to gain temporary access in an
emergency situation where existing land-use conditions do not allow the establishment and
maintenance of permanent access. In this case, the Permittee shall continue to observe the lines
visually, utilize remote inspection methods (e.g. CCTV) and use the opportunity of drier conditions to
perform further inspections and necessary maintenance. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
8. The Permittee shall assess cleaning needs, and develop and implement a program for appropriately
cleaning, whether by hydraulic or mechanical methods, the wastewater collection system. At least 10
percent of the gravity wastewater collection system, selected at the discretion of the ORC, shall be
cleaned each year. Preventative cleaning is not required for sewer lines less than five years old unless
inspection otherwise reveals the need for cleaning or cleaning is required by a sewer line extension
permit. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
9. The Permittee shall maintain a Response Action Plan that addresses the following minimum items:
a. Contact phone numbers for 24-hour response, including weekends and holidays;
b. Response time;
c. Equipment list and spare parts inventory;
d. Access to cleaning equipment;
e. Access to construction crews,contractors and/or engineers;
f. Source(s)of emergency funds;
B. Site restoration and clean up materials;and
h. Post-SSO assessment.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
10. The Permittee, or their authorized representative, shall conduct an on-site evaluation for all SSOs as
soon as possible, but if feasible no more than two hours after first knowledge of the SSO. The Permittee
shall document in its 5-day report why it was unable to initially respond to any SSO location within two
hours. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
11. In the event of an SSO or blockage within the wastewater collection system,the Permittee shall restore
the system operation, remove visible solids and paper, restore any ground area and restore the
surroundings. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
III. RECORDS
1. Records shall be maintained to document compliance with Conditions 14 II 2 - II 4 II 7 - II 8 , IV(3)
and V(1)-V(4). Records shall be kept on file for a minimum of three years. [15A NCAC 02T.0108 (b)]
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2. The Permittee shall maintain adequate records pertaining to SSOs, and SSO or wastewater collection
system complaints for a minimum of three years. These records shall include, but are not limited to,
the following information:
a. Date of SSO or complaint;
b. Volume of wastewater released as a result of the SSO and/or nature of complaint;
c. Location of the SSO and/or complaint;
d. Estimated duration of the S50;
e. Individual from the Division who was informed about the SSO and/or complaint, when
applicable;
f. Final destination of the 550;
g. Corrective actions;
h. Known environmental/human health impacts resulting from the SSO; and
i. Now the SSO was discovered.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
3. The Permittee shall maintain an up-to-date,accurate,comprehensive map of its wastewater collection
system that also notes the locations where other wastewater collection systems become tributary. If
a comprehensive map of the collection system has not been established,a rough sketch shall be drawn.
The Permittee shall map approximately 10 percent of its existing collection system each year for the
next ten years beginning at the original permit issuance date, or until complete, whichever is sooner.
The comprehensive map shall include, but is not limited to: pipe size, pipe material, pipe location, flow
direction, approximate pipe age, and each pump station identification, location and capacity. [15A
NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
4. The Permittee shall maintain records of all of the modifications and extensions to the collection system
permitted herein. The Permittee shall maintain a copy of the construction record drawings and
specifications for modifications/extensions to the wastewater collection system for the life of the
modification/extension. Information concerning the extension shall be incorporated into the map of
the wastewater collection system within one year of the completion of construction. The system
description contained within this permit shall be updated to include this modification/extension
information upon permit renewal. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b))
IV. MONITORING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
1. In the event of an SSO the Division may require monitoring that is necessary to ensure surface water
and groundwater protection and an acceptable sampling and reporting schedule shall be implemented.
[15A NCAC 02T.0108(c)]
2. The Permittee shall verbally report to a Division of Water Resources staff member at the Asheville
Regional Office, at telephone number(828) 296-4500 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24
hours following first knowledge of the occurrence of the following circumstances within the collection
system which is under the Permittee's ownership or maintained and operated by the Permittee through
a perpetual legal agreement:
a. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons to the ground;or
b. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume,that reaches surface water.
Voice mail messages or faxed information shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. SSOs(and
other types of spills) occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of
Emergency Management at telephone number(800)858-0368 or(919)733-3300.
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Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-
SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five business days following first knowledge
of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem
does not recur. [G.S. 143-215.1C(a1)]
3. The Permittee shall meet the annual reporting and notification requirements provided in North Carolina
General Statute§143-215.1C.
V. INSPECTIONS
1. The Permittee or the Permittee's designee shall inspect the wastewater collection system regularly to
reduce the risk of malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and other issues that may cause or
lead to the release of wastes to the environment,threaten human health or create nuisance conditions.
The Permittee shall keep an inspection log or summary including, at a minimum, the date and time of
inspection, observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the
Permittee. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
2. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system) shall be
inspected by the permittee or its representative every day(i.e.,365 days per year). Pump stations that
are connected to telemetry shall be inspected at least once per week. [15A NCAC 02T.0108 (b)]
3. A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire wastewater collection system
shall be conducted at least once per year. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
4. Inspections of all high priority lines (i.e. aerial line, sub-waterway crossing, line contacting surface
waters, siphon, line positioned parallel to stream banks that are subject to eroding in such a manner
that may threaten the sewer line, or line designated as high-priority in a permit)shall be performed at
least once per every six-month period of time. A list of high-priority lines is presented as Attachment A
and is hereby incorporated into this permit condition. New high priority lines installed or identified
after permit issuance are incorporated by reference and subject to this permit condition until permit
renewal where they shall be referenced in writing in Attachment A. [15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
VI. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit is not transferable. In the event that the Permittee desires to transfer ownership of the
wastewater collection system or there is a name change of the Permittee,a formal permit modification
request shall be submitted to the Division.The request shall be accompanied by documentation from
the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. Such request will be
considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 115A NCAC 02T.0104; G.S. 143-215.1(d)(3)]
2. 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
through §143-215.6C, and a sewer moratorium may be established. [15A NCAC 02T.0104)
3. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations,or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies(i.e., local,state,
and federal) having jurisdiction. [G.S. 143-215.1(b)]
4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Division from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and
regulations or as needed to address changes in federal regulations with respect to the wastewater
collection system, in accordance with required procedures. [G.S. 143-21S.1(b)(4)]
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S. The Permittee shall pay the annual fee within thirty(30)days after being billed by the Division. Failure
to pay the fee accordingly may cause the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit.
(15A NCAC 02T.0110(4)]
6. The Permittee shall file an application for renewal of this permit at least six months prior to the
expiration of this permit. Upon receipt of the request, the Director will review the adequacy of the
wastewater collection system described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for a period
of time and under such conditions and limitations, as the Director may deem appropriate. [15A NCAC
02T.0109]
7. The Permittee shall notify the Division's Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection Systems
Unit in writing at 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699 of any changes to the name
and/or address of the responsible party (i.e. mayor, city/town manager) of the wastewater collection
System. [15A NCAC 02T.0106(c)]
8. 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 collection system 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 wastewater,groundwater,surface water,soil, or plant tissue.
[15A NCAC 02T.0110(3)]
9. The Permittee or their authorized representative shall have available a copy of this permit to present
upon request by any duly authorized officer, employee,or representative of the Division.
[15A NCAC 02T.0104]
Permit issued this the 1011'of November, 2016
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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for S.Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
by Deborah Gore, Pretreatment, Emergency Response, Collection System Unit Supervisor
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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