WQ0002125_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20230426

ROY COOPER
Door
ELU.ABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHAW E. ROGERS, JR
Director
Andria P. Quinn
8409 Farrington Mill Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
April 28, 2023
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Single Family Wastewater Irrigation System
Non -Discharge Permit # WQ0002125
Facility: 8409 Farrington Mill Road SFR
Durham County
Dear Ms. Quinn,
On April 26, 2023, Curtis Tyree from the Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-family
residence (SFR) wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject Non -
Discharge Permit WQ0002125. Your assistance during the inspection was greatly appreciated.
Our records indicate the treatment system consists of; a 1,200 gallon baffled septic tank; a
distribution box; a 150 square foot (ft2) sub- surface sand filter; a tablet chlorinator; multiple
storage tanks with a 2,400 gallon capacity; an irrigation pump station with a 23.5 gallon per
minute (GPM) pump; a 0.34 acre spray irrigation area; and all associated piping, valves, controls,
and appurtenances.
Non -Discharge Permit WQ0002125 authorizes the continued operation up to 450 gallons per day
(gpd). The authorized irrigation is in accordance with the effluent limits and monitoring
requirements established within the non -discharge permit. The items below show what
conditions were noted at your facility:
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
I. Treatment system operation: The wastewater treatment system shall be
effectively maintained and operated at all times so there is no discharge to
surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
.E Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barren Dnve 1 Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
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standards. At the time of this inspection, the facility appears to be effectively
maintained. There were no signs of runoff or ponding in the irrigation field. Ms.
Quinn informed me that her brother checks the system on a regular basis.
2. Pumping the septic tank: You are required to inspect the septic tank at least
once a year to determine if solids must be removed or if other maintenance is
necessary. Septic tanks should be pumped out everyfive years or when the
solids level is found to be more than 113 of the liquid depth in the septic tank
compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company can check the status
periodically and determine when pumping is required. Ms. Quinn informed me
that her brother checks her septic tank at least once a year, she also informed me
that the sludge in the septic tank was less than half of the water depth when he
checked it in June of 2022 and that McFarland septic Tank Service Pumped the
tank out in 2019.
3. Chlorine tablets in the chlorinator; The permittee is to inspect the tablet
chlorinator weekly to insure there is an adequate supply of chlorine tablets for
continuous and proper operation. At the time of the inspection, the chlorinator
had an adequate amount of chlorine tablets, and the correct type of chlorine
tablets were being used. Ms. Quinn's brother checks the chlorinator once per
week.
4. Proper Operation and maintenance: The system shall be inspected monthly to
make certain of the proper operation of the spray heads, that the system is free
of leaks, that the vegetative growth allows a proper spray pattern, that the soil is
assimilating the disposed treated wastewater with no surface run off, and that
no objectional odors are being generated. Any visible signs of a malfunctioning
system shall be documented, and steps taken to correct the problem. On the day
of this inspection, the spray field appeared to be assimilating the waste and no
ponding/runoff was observed. The pumps and audible/visual alarms were working
properly and the spray nozzles were spraying evenly. The system appeared to be
well maintained.
5. Field conditions: Public access to the irrigation sites and wastewater treatment
facilities shall be prohibited. Fencing shall be provided to prevent access to the
irrigation site. The irrigation field was well maintained, and no leaks or broken
lines were found. The fencing was more than adequate, and the system was in
good shape.
D — North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Dnve I Raleigh. North Carolina 27V9
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Non -discharge Permit WQ0002125 requires the permittee pay the annual fee within 30 days after
being billed by the division, and that the permittee must apply for a permit renewal 180 days
prior to the expiration of the permit. Ms. Quinn stated that she has paid her fee for this year but
has not submitted her renewal paperwork at this time. I gave her a copy of the renewal form
and she assured me that she would submit it soon. I am going to email her a link to suppliers
of irrigation sprinkler heads to replace a couple of sprinklers that are showing signs of wear.
Please continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment facility in accordance with your
Operation and Maintenance agreement to ensure the treatment components are always
maintained and in good operating order. You are also reminded to maintain associated
maintenance records (permit required inspection log) onsite for a minimum of five years and
available for inspection.
If you have questions or comments about this inspection or the requirements to take corrective
action (if applicable), then please contact Curtis Tyree at 919-791-4239 or by email-
curtis.tYreeAncdenrjw .
Sincerely,
Vanessa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachment(s):
Cc: Laserfiche
'DEQ North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 1 3800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: W00002125 Effective: 12/01/17 Expiration: 11/30/22 Owner: Andrea P Quinn
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 8409 Farrington Mill Rd. SFR
County: Durham 8409 Farrington Mill Rd
Region: Raleigh
Chapel Hill NC 27514
Contact Person: Andrea P Quinn Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
From Raleigh take 140 west to NC54W (exit 273B). L onto Farrington Rd. Go appx 2 mi and take L onto Farrington Mill Rd. Site is on
L side of road appx 0.8 mi.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 04/26/2023 Entry Time 08:50AM Exit Time: 09:55AM
Primary Inspector: Curtis R Tyree Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Single -Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Facility Status: 0 Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Permit Status Septic Tank
Sand FilterfTreatment Pods Disinfection Tablets Pump Tank
Drip or Irrigation General
(See attachment summary)
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permit: WQ0002125 Owner • Facility: Andrea P Quinn
Inspection Date: 04/26/2023 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: W00002125 Owner - Facility: Andrea P Quinn
Inspection Date: 04/26/2023 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Permit Status
Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee?
0❑ 1111
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee?
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter)
[�
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor?
❑ 0 ❑
If YES, who is the contractor (include contact info)?
Comment: Ms.Quinn's brother helps her to look after the system and maintain it.
Septic Tank
Yes No NA NE
"` The septic tank and filters should be checked annually and pumped/cleaned as needed.
Is all wastewater from the home connected to the septic tank?
N ❑ 1111
# Does the permittee/resident know where the septic tank is located?
0 ❑
Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years?
0 ❑ 1111
If YES, describe if known and proof (include date pumped):
The septic tank was last pumped out in 2019. Ms. Quinn's brother checks the tank and cleans the filter every
year. He last checked the septic tank in June 2022 and the sludge level was less than half of the water depth
of the tank.
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
E Cl1113
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?
June,
2022-permittea's
brother
Comment: Ms. Quinn's brother inspects the septic tank and cleans the filter annually.
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods
Yes No NA NE
*`* Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked/leveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be
removed manually. `"
# Is system something other than a sand filter?
0❑ ❑
# If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.)
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located?
Does the sandfilter require maintenance?
If maintenace is required, explain:
Nomaintenance required
Comment: No ponding was observed. Appears to be working as designed.
Disinfection Tablets Yes No NA NE
"` Tablet chlorinator unit shall be checked weekly to ensure continuous and proper operation.
Does the permittee have the correct chlorine tablets? (If none, mark No) ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Permittee know the location of the chlorinator? 0111111
Were chlorine tablets observed in the chlorinator?
Are tablets contacting water? (If possible, poke them to determine.) �]
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Permit: W00002125 Owner - Facility: Andrea P Quinn
Inspection Date: 04/26/2023 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment: The Dermittee's brother checks the system regulariy and keeps chlorine tablet tube
replenished.
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
.** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non -Discharge)'"
Is the pump working?
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational?
# Does the permittee know how to check the pump & high water alarm? M000
# Last functional test: weekly
Comment: Permittee's brother checks the airms weekly while checking the chlorinator.
Drill) or Irrigation
Yes N9 NA NE
*** Irrigation sysetm shall be inspected monthly to ensure system is free of leaks and equipment is operating
as designed. ***
# Type of system (DRIP or IRRIGATION):
irrigation
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:
B
Are buffers and setbacks adequate?
011130
Is the site free of ponding and runoff?
0111111
Does the application equipment appear to be working properly?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a minimum two wire fence surrounding the entire irrigation area?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: No ponding or run off was observed. sprinkler heads were working as designed.
General
Yes No NA NE
# Are the treatment units locked and/or secured?
1111
# Has resident had any sewage problems?
[]
If YES, explain:
No issues
Does the system match the permit description?
If NO, explain:
Is the system compliant?
M
Is the system failing? (If yes, take pictures if possible)
11 0 11 ❑
If system is failing, describe any exposures to people/animals or environmental risks.
Comment: The system appears to be working as designed.
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