NC0066788_Permit Issuance_20101215

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
December 15, 2010
Mr. R. Belvin Hall
Assistant Director — Maintenance
Buncombe County Public Schools
175 Bingham Road -
Asheville, North Carolina 28806
Subject: NPDES PERMIT ISSUANCE
Permit Number NCO066788
Fairview Elementary School
Buncombe County
Dear Mr. Hall:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject
permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached final NPDES discharge permit. This permit is
issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within
thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. 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, North Carolina 27699-
6714). Unless such demand is made, this permit shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this permit is not transferable. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or
permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area Management Act, or any other
Federal or Local governmental permits which may be required.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact
Maureen Scardina of my staff at [phone].
Sincerely,
Coleen H. Sullins
cc: Central Files I OF
NPDES Unit Files
Asheville Regional Office
1617 Mail Service Center, Ralegh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Ralegh, North Carolina 27604 One
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Permit NC0066788.
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
Buncombe County Board of Education
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
Fairview Elementary School WWTP
1355 Charlotte Highway
Fairview
Buncombe County
to receiving waters designated as Cane Creek in the French Broad River Basin in accordance with
effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, 11, III and IV
hereof.
This pen -nit shall become effective January 1, 2011.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 2015.
Signed this day December 15, 2010.
/ Coleen H. Sullins, Director
f47r Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0066788
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked, and as of this issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
Buncombe County Board of Education is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an existing 0.011 MGD extended aeration package wastewater treatment
facility with the following components:
♦ Influent pumps
♦ .Equalization basin
♦ Aerated sludge holding tank
♦ Chlorination and dechlorination equipment
♦ Flow recorder
♦ Standby generator
This facility is located at the Fairview Elementary School WWTP on U.S. Highway 74 @ NCSR
2800 northwest of Fairview in Buncombe County.
2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Cane Creek,
currently classified C-Trout waters in sub -basin 04-03-02 in the French Broad River Basin.

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Fairview Elementary School
Facility
Location
County: Buncombe Stream Class: C-Trout
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Receiving stream: Cane Creek Sub -Basin: 040302
Latitude: 35° 31' 30" Grid/Quad: E9SW
Longitude: 82'24'00" HUCM 06010105
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NPDES Permit: NCO066788

Permit NCO066788
EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective .date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored
by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS.::
LIMITS':-.':,','
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
`
Monthly
Daily.._:.
Measurement
Sample
Sample .
Parameter Codes'
Avera 6
Maximum
Fre iuenc
T e
Location
Flow
0.011 MGD
Weekly
Instantaneous
Influent or
50050
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00310
Total Suspended Solids
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00530
NH3 as N
2/Month
Grab
Effluent
00610
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
31616
Total Residual Chlorine'
28.0 µg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
50060
_
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00010
pH
Not < 6.0 nor > 9.0
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
00400
Standard Units
Footnote:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 ug/1 to be in compliance with
the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by a North
Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 ug/l.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.

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AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION
BUNCOMBE COUNTY
SS.
NORTH CAROLINA
Before the undersigned, a Notary Public of said County and
Public Notice
North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission/NPDES Unit
State, > duly commissioned qualified and authorized by law
1617 Mail Service Center
2ttoIs 617
Raleigh Intent
Notice h Intent to Issue a
to administer oaths, personally appeared Elyse Giannetti,
NPDES Wastewater Permit
The North Carolina Environmental Management
who, being first duly sworn, deposes and says: that she is
Commission proposes to issue a NPDES waste-
beiow. discharge permit to the persons) listed
the Legal Billing Clerk of The Asheville Citizen -Times,
Written comments regarding the proposed per-
in will be accepted until 30 days after the pub-
engaged in publication of a newspaper known as The
Dj.f date of this notice., Tf�e Director of the NC
Division of Water Quality (DWQ) may hold a
public hearing should there bbe a sijni scant de-
Asheville Citizen -Times published issued and entered as
> > >
gree , ,public interest Please mai comments
and/or information requests to DWQ at the
first class mail in the City of Asheville, in said County and
'above address. Interested persons may visit
the DWQ at 512 N..Sahsbury Street, Raleigh, NC
to review information qn file. Additional infor-
State; that she is authorized to make this affidavit and
�nnation on NPDES permits and this notice may
be found on our webits http://portal.ncden-
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that the other legal
r.org/web/w rn�/ ppS/npdes/calendar, or by
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sworn statement; notice or
calling (919)
Doriana Atkinson requested renewal of perms
advertisement, a true copy of which is attached hereto, was
NC0076147 for the proposed San Giusto Estates
WWTP/Buncombe County. Proposed facility
would discharge treated wastewater to Cane
published in The Asheville Citizen -Times on the
Creek/French Broad River gasm. Ctlrrently fe-
cal coliform and total residual chlorine are wa-
following date: October 15`h , 2010. And that the said
ter quality limited.
r u at o0 n has
Buncombe
renewal B of d of Education
to-
newspaper in which said notice, paper, document or legal
foe
eeiaQpter Elementary Schoo( WWTP , in Bun-
combe County- this permitted facility dis-
charges treated wasto Slunder branch;
advertisement was published was, at the time of each and
French Broad River Basin•
every publication, a newspaper meeting all of the
Buncombe County Board of Educationrequest-
ed renewal of permit NCO066788 for Fairview El-
requirements and qualifications of Section 1-597 of the
ementary School in Buncombe Countv this per-
discharge is treated wastewater to Cane
cMltlr.-t
Creek French Broad River Basin.
General Statues of North Carolina and was a qualified
October 15 2010 (7M)
newspaper within the meaning of Section 1-597 of the
General Statues of North Carolina.
Signed this 18th day of October, 2010
•,
person maki
Sworn to and subscribed before me the 18th day of
October, 2010.
expires the 5`h day of October, 2013.
[phone] 1 [phone] FAX
14 0. HENRY AVE. I P.O. BOX 2090 1 ASHEVILLE, NC 28802 1 [phone]

Compliance Issues: French Broad River Basin
NC0020290 Town of Burnsville WWTP
The facility had some major upset episodes during the last permit cycle that were partially due to
long term neglect of routine O&M. The Town has also had pretreatment and collection system
concerns. The facility has recently undergone a number of upgrades that have led to much
improved performance. The cover letter may wish to note these upgrades and the need for
continuing attention to O&M in order to maximize treatment potential.
NC0067342 North View Mobile Home Park
This facility looks ok based upon the values submitted on DMRs, but typically does not look as
good during inspections. The WWTP has been the subject of numerous complaints from
neighbors. The permit writer is asked to contact ARO during permit development process to see
if any new issues have arisen that may require treatment within the permit.
NC0066788 Buncombe Co. BOE — Fairview Elementary School
2009 annual average for flow was 91.78% of design capacity.
NC0086436 Buncombe Co. BOE — Cane Creek Elementary School
2009 annual average for flow was 82.85% of design capacity.

Compliance Issues: French Broad River Basin
NC0085952 TA Operating Corporation — Candler Travel Center
Most violations at this facility have been attributed to deficient operation practices by the former
operator. Since a new ORC has been hired, the frequency and magnitude of limit violations has
dropped. No permitting initiative is deemed necessary to address noncompliance. The permit
writer may wish to consider adding language to the cover letter citing noncompliance during the
previous permit cycle, and noting the importance of consistent, reliable operation of this system
in order for it to remain in compliance.
NC0061182 North Buncombe High School
Facility has experienced effluent limit violations leading to civil penalties for fecal coliform,
total suspended solids and whole effluent toxicity. TSS violations may be associated with flaking
of the tablets used for dechlorination. Toxicity issues may merit special attention. Technical
assistance has been performed at the WWTP and cleaning products have been inventoried. The
permit requires ammonia monitoring, but the permit has no ammonia limit. The permit writer
should examine ammonia data in relation to tox test failures to see if there is any obvious
connection. Dechlor chemical concentrations may also be a suspect in toxicity matters. ATU has
not specifically weighed in on this situation. If chlorination/dechlorination appears to be a
problem, the facility may be encouraged to go to a UV system for disinfection. Additionally,
increasing the ammonia monitoring frequency from 2/month to weekly may be advisable. At a
minimum, the cover letter should include language pointing out the toxicity issues. Should
noncompliance continue, the facility may want to begin to evaluate the feasibility of connecting
to the MSD Buncombe collection system.
NC0075388 Havon, Inc. — Pleasant Cove Home WWTP
Most noncompliance was closer to beginning of last permit cycle. Recent months show much
improved performance. The permit writer may wish to consider adding language to the cover
letter citing noncompliance during the previous permit cycle, and noting the importance of
consistent, reliable operation of this system in order for it to remain in compliance.
NC0036641 Fletcher Academy WWTP
Most noncompliance from earlier in last permit cycle. Facility experienced ammonia violations
Feb. — Apr. 2009; in compliance through most recent reports received. The permit writer may
wish to check BIMS for most recent compliance information and contact ARO for any recent
developments. At the present time, this facility is not seen as a problem facility. You may
consider adding language to the cover letter citing noncompliance during the previous permit
cycle, and noting the importance of consistent, reliable operation of this system in order for it to
remain in compliance.

BUNCOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC
SCHOOLS
MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
175 Bingham Rd. ASHEVILLE, NC 28806
TELEPHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]
May 18, 2010
Mrs. Dina Sprinkle
NCDEHNR/Water Quality/NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: NPDES Permit Applications
Buncombe County Schools
Please find enclosed applications for permit renewals concerning Buncombe County Board of
Education WWTP's. The BOE would formally like to request renewal of the following permits:
North Buncombe High School
NCO061182
North Buncombe Elementary School
NCO073814
VFairview Elementary
NCO066796
`Leicester Elementary
NCO066788
Cane Creek Middle School
NCO086436
Also enclosed is the sludge handling procedures as specified by our contractor operator, RPB
Systems. Please contact me at the above numbers if you have questions or concerns.
Respectfully,
-1 Ke / �---
R. Belvin Hall — Assistant Director
Maintenance
Enc. (6)
Cc: Mr. Gregg Fox
Mr. Clark Wyatt
Mr. Bob Barr — RPB Systems
File

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit 000066788
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name Buncombe County Board of Education
Facility Name Fairview Elementary School
Mailing Address 175 Bingham Road
City Asheville
State / Zip Code NC 28806
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
e-mail Address
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 1355 Charlotte Highway ! '
City Fairview
State / Zip Code NC 28730
County Buncombe P0114T SOURCE STANCH
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm., public- organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name Buncombe County Board of Education
Mailing Address 175 Bingham Road
City Asheville
State / Zip Code NC 28806
Telephone Number [phone]
Fax Number [phone]
1 of 3 Form-D 05/08

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater:
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that applyr
Industrial ❑ Number. -Of Employees
Commercial ❑ Number of Employees
Residential" ❑ Number of Homes
School X Number of Students/Staff 743
Other ❑ Explain:
Describe the sources) of wastewater. (example: subdivision, mobile home park; shopping centers;
restaurants, etc.):
Educational Facility '
Population served: 743
S. Type of collection .system
X Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined. (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number -of separate discharge points 1: "
OutfallIdentification=numbers) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser? ❑ Yes X No
7. 'Name of receiving stream(s) (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfallr
Cane Creek
S. Frequency of Discharge: X Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent: .
-Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
-List all installed components, including capacities, provide.design removal for BOD, TSS, nitrogen and.
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet of paper.
Fairview Elementary School wastewater treatment system is a Class II 0.011 MGD
extended aeration package treatment plant with: influent pumps, equalization basin,
aerated sludge holding tank; chlorination and dechlorination equipment, flow meter and
standby generator.
2 of 3 Form-D 05108

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow 0.011 MGD
Annual Average daily flow 0.010 MGD (for the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0.011 MGD (for the. previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes - - X No
12. Effluent Data
.Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 24-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum and monthly average. If only one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily
Maximum
Monthly
Average
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BODs)
17.4
10.2
mg/1
Fecal Coliform.
99.3
6.4
col/ 100 ml
Total Suspended Solids
16.3
10.3
mg/l
Temperature
19.4
17.2
O C
pH
6.9
6.7
standard units
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Perm_ it Number Type
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NESHAPS- (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA) _
NPDES NCO066788 Dredge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA)
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. -APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
Other
Permit Number
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and/accurate.
�C�N'w I'�'l � �ST• f✓�VICC1'p�'L � �IYI,V%ti✓rI�CL
Printed name of. Person Signing Title
Signature of Applicant Date
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
3 of 3 Form-D 05/08

_�RPB Systems
Construction Services • Contract Operations • Maintenance
May 12, 2010
Mr. Belvin Hall
Buncombe Schools
175 Bingham Road
Asheville, NC 28806
Re: Sludge Hauling for Buncombe County School Treatment Plants
Belvin,
evvw.rpbsystems.com
F.O. Box 1325 • Asheville, NC 28802
[phone] • [phone] Fax
This letter is per our discussion to clarify your sludge management plan for your
schools treatment plants as required for your permit renewals.
Currently we utilize Mikes Lusk Septic Hauling who has an agreement with MSD
of Buncombe County to dispose of stabilized sludge at the receiving station
located at the MSD facility in Asheville. Mike hauls sludge for the following
facilities:
Buncombe County Schools -North Buncombe High School
NCO061182
Buncombe County Schools -North Buncombe Elementary School
NCO073814
Buncombe County Schools -Fairview Elementary School
NCO066796
Buncombe County Schools -Leicester Elementary School
NCO066788
Buncombe County Schools -Cane Creek Elementary School
NCO086436
I trust this will be sufficient for regulatory review of your permit renewals. If you
have any questions or concerns, please contact us anytime.
Sincerely,
Robert Barr
Cc: File