NC0062961_Authorization to Construct_20051014

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NPDES Permit:
NC0062961
Tynecastle WWTP
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Authorization to Construct (AtC)
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Document Date:
October 14, 2005
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
October 14, 2005
Mr. Robert C. Schwebke, President
RCS Properties, Inc.
50 Tynecastle Drive
Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604
SUBJECT: Authorization to Construct
A to C No. 062961A01
RCS Properties, Inc.
Shoppes of Tynecastle WWTP
Avery County
Dear Mr. Schwebke:
A letter of request for Authorization to Construct was received April 29, 2005 by the
Division, and final plans and specifications for the subject project have been reviewed and found
to be satisfactory. Authorization is hereby granted for the construction of modifications to the
existing 0.040 MGD Shoppes of Tynecastle Wastewater Treatment Plant, with discharge of
treated wastewater into the Watauga River in the Watauga River Basin.
This authorization results in a decrease in design capacity to 0.030 MGD based on the
draft permit limits; however, the permitted capacity has not been decreased at this time. A
permit modification will be forthcoming from the Division of Water Quality's NPDES Unit.
Authorization is awarded for the construction of the following specific modifications:
Construction of a 0.030 MGD package wastewater treatment plant incorporating a 7,500
gallon surge tank, a 5,107 gallon anoxic tank, dual 7,334 aeration basins, dual 2,467
gallon clarifiers, an aerated 8,066 gallon sludge holding tank with a decant mechanism,
two 75 CFM blowers, and UV disinfection, in conformity with the project plan,
specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
This Authorization to Construct is issued in accordance with Part III, Paragraph A of
NPDES Permit No. NC0062961 issued May 1, 2005, and shall be subject to revocation unless
the wastewater treatment facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions and
limitations specified in Permit No. NC0062961.
The sludge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in accordance
with G.S. 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality.
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Mr. Robert C. Schwebke, President
October 14, 2005
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In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may
be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater
treatment or disposal facilities.
The Asheville Regional Office, telephone number [phone], shall be notified at
least forty-eight (48) hours in advance of operation of the installed facilities so that an on site
inspection can be made. Such notification to the regional supervisor shall be made during the
normal office hours from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding State
Holidays.
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility
has been installed in accordance with the NPDES Permit, this Authorization to Construct and the
approved plans and specifications. Mail the Certification to Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E.,
Construction Grants & Loans, DWQ / DENR, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-
1633.
Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified wastewater treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge (ORC) of the
wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to or greater than the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment
facilities by the Certification Commission.
The Permittee must also employ a certified back-up operator of the appropriate type and
grade to comply with the conditions of T15A:8G.0202. The ORC of the facility must visit each
Class I facility at least weekly and each Class II, III and IV facility at least daily, excluding
weekends and holidays, must properly manage the facility, must document daily operation and
maintenance of the facility, and must comply with all other conditions of T15A:8G.0202.
A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the
Permittee for the life of the facility.
During the construction of the proposed additions/modifications, the permittee shall
continue to properly maintain and operate the existing wastewater treatment facilities at all times,
and in such a manner, as necessary to comply with the effluent limits specified in the NPDES
Permit.
You are reminded that it is mandatory for the project to be constructed in accordance
with the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act, and, when applicable, the North
Carolina Dam Safety Act. In addition, the specifications must clearly state what the contractor's
responsibilities shall be in complying with these Acts.
Failure to abide by the requirements contained in this Authorization to Construct may
subject the Pernittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality in accordance
with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.

Mr. Robert C. Schwebke, President
October 14, 2005
Page 3
The issuance of this Authorization to Construct does not preclude 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.
One (1) set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you. If you have
any questions or need additional information, please contact Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E. at
telephone number [phone].
Sincerely,
lan W. Klimek, P.E.
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cc: John T. Coxey, P.E.
Avery County Health Department
DWQ Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
Daniel Blaisdell, P.E.
Point Source Branch, NPDES Program
Charles Weaver, NPDES Program
Cecil G. Madden, Jr., P.E.
Mark Hubbard, P.E.
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