WQCSD0040_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20230309

ROY COOPER
Go,ernor
ELIZABETH S. B1SER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Walter McDaniel
Town of Polkton
113WPolk St
Polkton, NC 28135
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NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
March 02, 2023
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
Polkton Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCSDO040
Anson County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Polkton Collection
System on 2/23/2023. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0040.
The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the
inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this
inspection report is not required.
DNorth Carolina Department of Envlronmernal4aau[y I D1As1m of Water Resonrtts
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If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Danielle Simpson with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3300 or via email at
[e-mail].
Sincerely,
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J. Trent Allen, Regional Supervisor
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Permit: WQCSD0040
SOC:
County: Anson
Region: Fayetteville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Town of Polkton
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Polkton Collection System
Contact Person: Walter McDaniel
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Title: Mayor
Certification:
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023 Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 12:30PM
Primary Inspector: Danielle Simpson S9dbY: /J 3/2/2023 Phone: [phone]
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Secondary Inspector(s): 8C7638281DAB46D...
DocuSigneddby: _ 3/3/2023
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Reason for Inspection: Routine 5189c2 =5C42B... 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
Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines
Manholes Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSDO040 Owner - Facility: Town of Polkton
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The Polkton Collection System is a deemed system consisting of gravity sewer and has no pump stations. It is a satellite
system to Anson County, WQCS00066. The Anson Co. system distributes grease education and enforces their grease
ordinance within the Polkton system. The Polkton system treats lines for FOG and keeps a log tracking this maintenance.
Invoices track line cleaning, with 10% or more being cleaned each year. If a blockage should arise, Wadesboro is contacted
for use of their jetting truck. Logs are kept for all other maintenance and mowing done to the system.
The gravity sewer consists of 8-inch PVC, this however is not detailed on the overall sewer map. It would be handy to update
the map to show pipe materials, age (if known), and sizes. The map identifies the location of all manholes.
There was a repetitive issue with a residence and the flushing of "flushable wipes" which has since been corrected. The Spill
Response Action Plan included necessary components such as 24-hour contact numbers, a response time with a maximum
of 2-hours with the typical response being in 30 minutes, post -overflow assessment, etc.
An HPL that is now overseen by the county was looked at. Manholes were free of visible signs of overflow and were
accessible with properly seated covers.
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Permit: WQCSDO040 Owner - Facility: Town of Polkton
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
0
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# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Anson
County,
WQCSDO040
Is there a overall sewer system map?
0
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Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
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Pipe location
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# Flow direction
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# Approximate pipe age
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# Pump station ID, location and capacity
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# Force main air release valve location & type
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# Location of satellite connections
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Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment: The gravity sewer consists of 8-inch PVC, this however is not detailed on the overall sewer
map. It would be handy to update the map to show pipe materials, age (if known), and sizes.
Grease Control Yes No NA NE
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? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: Anson Co. system distributes qrease education, and enforces their qrease ordinance in this
system.
Log of lines treated for FOG.
Spills and Response Action Plan
Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, describe type of bypass and location
# 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? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSDO040 Owner - Facility: Town of Polkton
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# 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?
Does the plan include:
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# 24-hour contact numbers
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# Response time
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# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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# Access to cleaning equipment
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# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
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# Source of emergency funds
❑ ❑ ❑
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
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# Post-overflow/spill assessment
0
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Comment: There was a repetitive issue with a residence and the flushing
of "flushable wipes" which has
since been corrected.
2-hour max response time, typically 30 minutes.
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
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Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
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Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
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Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
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Is the annual inspection documented?
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# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
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Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
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Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
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Comment: The previous HPLs have been taken over by the county.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
An HPL that is now overseen by the county was looked at. It was free of any visible issues.
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Are manholes accessible? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSDO040 Owner - Facility: Town of Polkton
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
0
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Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
0
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Are manhole covers present?
0
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# Are manholes properly seated?
0
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# Are manholes in good condition?
0
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# Are inverts in good condition?
0
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Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
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Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Are manholes free of excessive roots?
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Are manholes free of excessive sand?
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Are manhole vents screened?
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Are vents free of submergence?
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Comment: Manholes were free of visible signs of overflow and were accessible with
properly seated
covers.
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
0
# Number of vacuum stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
0
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
0
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
0
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
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Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
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# Do they all have telemetry installed?
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Is the telemetry system functional?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
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Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
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Pump station identifier?
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# Address?
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Instructions for notification?
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Permit: WQCSD0040 Owner - Facility: Town of Polkton
Inspection Date: 02/23/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
If Yes, what resources (Units/StaffNehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
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