WQCS00253_BIMS Report_20230526

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQCS00253 Effective:06/01/18 Expiration:05/31/26 Owner :Bradfield Farms Water Company
SOC:
Contact Person:
Region:
County:
Directions to Facility:
Cabarrus
Mooresville
Tony Konsul
Effective:Expiration:Facility:Bradfield Farms Collection System
PO Box 240908
Charlotte NC 282240908
Title:Phone:[phone]Regional Manager
Secondary ORC(s):
704-361-0641Phone:[phone]Certification:Larry Darnell HenryPrimary ORC:
CS2,System Classifications:
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0064734 Carolina Water Service Inc of North Carolina - Bradfield Farms WWTP
Secondary Inspector(s):
Primary Inspector:
Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time:
Phone:
05/25/2023 09:00AM 01:30PM
Tony Parker 704-663-1699
Facility Status:
Permit Inspection Type:
Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type:
Not CompliantCompliant
Routine
Collection system management and operation
Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Sewer & FOG Ordinances
Capital Improvement Plan Map Reporting Requirements
Inspections Spill Response Plan Spills
Lines Manholes Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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WQCS00253
05/25/2023 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Bradfield Farms Water Company
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WQCS00253
05/25/2023 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
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General Yes No NA NE
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade?
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis?
# What is that frequency?monthly
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages?
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations?
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory?
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti-corrosion materials?
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months?
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal?
The current permit expires 05/31/2026.Comment:
Sewer and FOG Ordinances Yes No NA NE
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices?
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance?
Is Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
Is action taken against violators?
# Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance?
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.)
The utility conducts mail outs 2/year and posts info on line and on their annual report which is also posted on
line.
Comment:
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No NA NE
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted?
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section?
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements?
Does CIP include description of project area?
Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
Does CIP include known deficiencies?
Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
The utility had previously lined 9,503 feet of sewer mains and completed a point repair and
replaced 12 feet of sewer main and upgraded one of 2 pumps at the main lift station.
Comment:
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05/25/2023 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
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Map Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
Pipe location
Flow direction
Approximate pipe age
Pump station ID, location and capacity
# Force main air release valve location & type
# Location of satellite connections
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
The utility uses detailed paper maps and also uses digital maps.Comment:
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# 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?
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required?
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers?
# How is it being made available?website
No reportable SSO's for the review period.Comment:
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
# Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
Is the annual inspection documented?
# Does the system have any high-priority lines/locations?
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
Documents indicate the listed HPL's are inspected as required.Comment:
Spill Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
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05/25/2023 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Bradfield Farms Water Company
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Does the plan include:
24-hour contact numbers
Response time
Equipment list and spare parts inventory
Access to cleaning equipment
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
Source of emergency funds
Site sanitation and cleanup materials
Post-overflow/spill assessment
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
Comment:
Spills Yes No NA NE
Is system free of known points of bypass?
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
No SSO's reported for the review period.Comment:
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Aerial crossing and R/W just behind the utility's WWTP at 3822 Tea Royal Ct. R/W was mowed and maitained
however the Aerial line had debris pilling up underneath the line which needs to be removed and minor
clearing of the aerial line in order to properly access the condition of line.
Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment?
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented?
Are gravity sewer cleaning records available?
Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs been cleaned annually?
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues?
The utility had cleaned more than the 10% minimum cleaning requirement.Comment:
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Numerous manholes inspected and several issues noted as follows: Manholes # 5 and # 19 need rehab
work. One had an internal leak in the side wall near the bottom of the manhole and one needs a new frame
and cover and a screen over the vent pipe.
Are manholes accessible?
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
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Bradfield Farms Water Company
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Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
Are manhole covers present?
# Are manholes properly seated?
# Are manholes in good condition?
# Are inverts in good condition?
Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
Are manholes free of excessive roots?
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
Are manhole vents screened?
Are vents free of submergence?
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
For the most part the manholes inspected were in good condition with the only exceptions
noted previously..
Comment:
Pump Stations Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
This system has 3 pump stations ( Main P/S, Peach Orchard P/S and Peacock Lane P/S ) and all 3 were
inspected. Several issues noted as follows: The audiable alarm was not working at the Main P/S and the
ORC indicated the horn was on order as they had just found it was not working the day prior to this
inspection. The only other issue was the generator failed to start at the Peacock Lane P/S.
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 3
# 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?3
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto-dialer) installed?0
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
Is the communication system functional?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
Pump station identifier?
# Address?
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Bradfield Farms Water Company
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Instructions for notification?
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/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
The utility has a fleet of portable generators available and also have dedicated on-site generators
available.The main P/S has a dedicated unit and the Peach Orchard Lane P/S had a dedicated unit. The Main
P/S generator was not tested during this inspection as it serves the entire WWTP and the main P/S and only
works if the entire site is W/O power . The Peach Orchard P/S generator was tested and it functioned without
issue.
# 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?
The pump stations were for the most part well maintained and operated and documentaion was
up to date.
Comment:
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