NCS000475_MS4 Annual Report (2022-23 FY)_20230729 (2)

Haywood Waterways Association
Clyde Phase II Stormwater Program Implementation
• Education and Outreach Measure
• Public Involvement and Participation Measure
• Water quality monitoring
Fiscal Year 22-23: July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023.
Quarterly Report#3: January 1 to March 31, 2023.
Report by: Christine O'Brien, Project Assistant, 828-476-4667, ext. 1
Activities completed:
1. Program Administration
a. Completed the quarter 1, quarter 2, quarter 3 report and invoice.
2. Public education and Outreach
a. BMP #3: Postcard mailing/Tax billing insert: Mailed 569 postcards to the public
and businesses. Topic—Help Keep Sediment out of Our Streams. Tax billing
insert: produced 800 inserts. Topic -Reduce Sediment: Protect Streambanks.
b. BMP #4: Display informative brochures to public:
c. BMP #5: Informative Display: Help keep sediment out of our streams. The
information was on display at the Town hall during the month of February.
d. BMP #6: Press Release: no activity
e. BMP #7: Public Presentation: no activity
f. BMP #8: Newsletter article: March newsletter. `Be smart when applying fertilizer
to your lawn.'
g. BMP #9: Social Media Campaign: 3/20/23 Posted Household Hazardous Waste
Collection Event on HWA's FB page.
h. BMP #10: Stormwater Webpage: no activity.
i. BMP #11: Haywood Waterways webpage: Started a new Stormwater website
with contact information including ways to report illicit discharges.
j. BMP #16: Stream Cleanups: no activity.
k. BMP #17: Adopt-A-Stream Program: no activity
1. BMP #18: Stormdrain Stenciling: no activity.
m. BMP #27 & #49: Staff Training IDDE and Good Housekeeping: no activity.
3. Other: Water Quality Monitoring
a. Water quality monitoring results at the Town of Clyde's lower outfall site showed
a decrease in data values when compared to the site located just upstream
(downstream from Pactiv Evergreen, Canton,NC). None of the water quality
values at the Clyde site were considered 'high(highlighted)' results during the

sampling event that were not already reported elevated from samples collected
upstream of Clyde just below Canton.
Table 1. VWIN Results (January to March, 2023): the water monitoring results from the
Town of Clyde location compared to the nearest site upstream, Pactiv Evergreen.
VWIN
Site# VWIN Site Name Date NH3-N NO3-N PO4 Turb TSS Cond Alk pH
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 1/14/23 0.12 0.2 0.17 3.4 3.2 357.2 39.0 7.6
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 1/14/23 0.12 0.2 0.08 3.8 3.6 260.1 32.0 7.5
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 2/11/23 0.17 0.1 0.18 1.5 2.0 440.8 80.0 7.8
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 2/11/23 0.14 0.2 0.15 1.4 3.6 53.3 59.0 7.9
4 Pigeon River DWS Canton 3/11/23 0.33 0.3 0.44 2.5 2,7 332.6 63.0 7.8
35 Pigeon River @ Clyde 3/11/22 0.28 0.2 0.33 2.6 3.2 231.0 43 7.8
NH3-N ammonia-nitrogen(mg/L),NO3-Nnitrate/nitrite-nitrogen(mg/L),PO4 orthophosphate(mg/L),Turbidity
(NTU),TSS total suspended solids(mg/L),Conductivity(umhos/cm),Alkalinity(mg/L),pH(standard units).
Highlighted boxes are readings that are elevated.Highlighted results exceed standard;strike means values too low to
report accurately;and NA means volunteer failed to collect a sample.
Previous Reports:
Years 1 to 14, Quarterly Reports#1 -4,Fiscal Years 2007 to 2023
FY22-23, Quarterly Report#1, Quarterly Report#2, Quarterly Report#3.
BMP#3 Post card:
HELP KEEP SEDIMENT OUT OF OUR STREAMS
Sediment is the#1 pollutant in Haywood County!!Sediment comes from rain flowing
over exposed ground and from eroding streambanks during high rainfall events.
Solutions: • Examples of native plants include:
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•Avoid mowing 10-25 feet 4 •Red maple •Silky willow
from a waterway. • I:: •Silver maple •Spicebush
•Point downspouts into the -!• y' •Dogwood •Serviceberry
lawn. •River birch •Ninebark
•Cover exposed ground with •Sycamore •Blueberry
grass or shrubs. 4'
•Plant native trees and shrubs "'7 -
along waterways.Once t '
established they provide
better root systems,require
less water,and are more pest
resilient than non-native For more information contact a local nursery or the NC
plants. Extension Office in Haywood County(828)456-3575.
Visit the Town of Clyde's stormwater management program:www.<rydencus/stormwter.

BMP#3 Tax Bill Insert:
REDUCE SEDIMENT:
PROTECT STREAM BANKS
SEDIMENT is Haywood CounNs to water pollutant.
WHAT IS SEDIMENT?y Sediment ream,or resda its m lento a river,
Sediment comes from rain flowing over exposed
ground,and from eroding streambanks during high
rainfall events.
WHY SHOULD YOU CARE ABOUT SEDIMENT?
•It degrades water quality,which could mean
more expensive drinking water.
•It clogs farmer's irrigation pipes,which could
mean more expensive food.
•It can block stormdrains,which increases the
likelihood of localized flooding.
•It clogs gills of aquatic animals and reduces
their health,and smothers their habitat
(think trout!).
•It degrades water quality,which can impact
recreation like fishing and swimming.
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BMP #8: Newsletter article: 1 article:
Be smart when applying fertilizer to your lawn
In pursuit of the perfect lawn many homeowners may find themselves spreading just a `little extra'
fertilizer to give their lawn a boost. However, contrary to belief, applying too much fertilizer can be

harmful to the lawn and our waterways. Most lawns don't require consistent fertilizer application.
Lawns that are over fertilized risk turf damage, releasing excess greenhouse gasses, and
contaminating our waterways.When fertilizers are applied in excess or not as directed on the label
the more likely it will enter a waterway. Once in a waterway fertilizer can cause algal blooms to
occur. When algae die, the decomposing bacteria use oxygen,which can drop to levels too low for
fish to breath. Some blooms,like blue-green algae,release toxins into the water and air making it
dangerous for wildlife and humans. Every summer algal blooms are responsible for the closing of
popular swimming spots across the nation.
Applying lawn fertilizer may seem simple,but if not done correctly it can have unforeseen
environmental impacts. Here are guidelines to help:
• Have the soil tested by the NC Haywood County Extension office to determine if
fertilizer is needed (828-456-3575).
• Follow the application instructions.
• Don't apply before a heavy rain event.
• Fill spreaders on a hard surface so any spills can be easily picked up.
• Provide natural vegetative strips along waterways.
• Avoid applying near a stormdrain.
• Save the rake and bagging,use a mulching mower; decomposing grass clippings
provide nutrients and reduce the need for fertilizers. Plant trees or shrubs along
streams and ditches to create a runoff absorbing buffer.
• Consider starting a compost!
Pursuing the perfect lawn may be the goal, but is it worth the financial and environmental costs?
Take pride in a natural lawn!
BMP #9: Social Media Campaign:
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event
April 1,2023, 12 PM-4 PM
Materials Recovery Facility
278 Recycle Road, Clyde
During this event,Haywood County residents are encouraged to drop off these household pollutants free of
charge.Haywood County has partnered with Consolidated Waste Services and EcoFLo,who will have
representatives on hand to collect the following nonpesticide items:

The following items will be accepted during the Household Hazardous Waste event:
•Aerosols
•Mixed Solvents
•Mercury&Articles
•Pesticide Solid
•Acid Cleaners
•PCB Ballast
•Paint Related Material
•Lab Packs
•Latex Paint
•Lead Acid Batteries
•Alkaline Batteries
•NiCad Batteries
•Lithium Batteries
•Propane(Grill and Camp Size)
•Fluorescent Bulbs
•Oil Filters
•Fire Extinguishers
•Antifreeze
•Motor Oil,Kerosene,Diesel Fuel,Transmission Fluid,Hydraulic Oil
Medications and pharmaceuticals can be disposed of yearly around collection sites at the Police Department
and Sheriff's Offices.
This event is only for Haywood County residents.Please don't bring or drop off items before the event. Early
drop-offs could incur fees and fines.
For additional information on the event,contact the Materials Recovery Facility at(828)627-8042
FaceBook link:
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