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Carol Sparks Cleetwood
Town of Carthage
PO Box 842
Carthage, NC 28327
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
Carthage Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCSDO134
Moore County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Carthage Collection
System on 8/07/2023. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0134.
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.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kirsten Steininger with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3300 or via email at
[e-mail].
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J. Trent Allen, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Fayetteville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQCSD0134 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Town of Carthage
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Carthage Collection System
County: Moore
Region: Fayetteville
Contact Person:Carol Sparks Cleetwood Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: Donavon Allen Smith Certification: 1003795 Phone: [phone]
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 08/07/2023 Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 12:30PM
VocuSigned by:
Primary Inspector:Kirsten Steininger 8/11/2023 Phone: [phone]
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Reason for Inspection: Routine 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: WQCSDO134 Owner-Facility:Town of Carthage
Inspection Date: 08/07/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
All required paperwork was available. The maps and spill response plan are thorough and include all required information.
The pump stations are working and maintained well. Mac's 15-501 pump station had a buildup of grease, but the permittee is
aware of this issue and cleans the wet well regularly. The high level float at Cox's station was malfunctioning and would not
set off the alarm, but did set off the high level alert on SCADA. This issue must be fixed so that the float will also set off the
alarms at the station. Five of the pump stations have backup generators installed. One portable generator is available for
other pump stations. The generators at NC 22 and McCaskill road were turned on and succesfully load tested. The light at
McCaskill road may be moved for better visibility.
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Permit: WQCSDO134 Owner-Facility:Town of Carthage
Inspection Date: 08/07/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes,what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
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 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are system maintenance records maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Detailed maps available
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.)
on town website
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: grease education is distributed twice a year in the town newsletter. grease control program is in
place with grease traps required to be cleaned every 30 days. There is a grease problem from
one restaurant and the nearby pump station has to be cleaned frequently because excessive
grease accumulates.
Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass? ❑ ❑ ❑
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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0134 Owner-Facility:Town of Carthage
Inspection Date: 08/07/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The line that had the repeat overflows has been replaced. The spill response plan is thorough
and includes all required information.
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? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: Pump stations are inspected once a week. There are four aerial lines in the system and these
lines are inspected weekly.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
pinecrest st and jeffers st aerials; mac's and pinecrest right of ways
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
rockingham st
Are manholes accessible? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSDO134 Owner-Facility:Town of Carthage
Inspection Date: 08/07/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
#Are manhole covers/vents above grade? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole covers present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are manholes properly seated? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are manholes in good condition? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are inverts in good condition? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is flow unrestricted in manholes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive roots? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive sand? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole vents screened? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are vents free of submergence? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Pump Stations Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Prison Camp, Mac's 15-501, Pinecrest, Jermason St, NC 22, Cox's, McCaskill Rd
#Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 18
#Number of vacuum stations in system
#Number of simplex pump stations in system
#Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way"auto polling"communication system (SCADA)installed? 2
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto-dialer)installed? 16
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Do they all have telemetry installed? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the telemetry system functional? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the sign include:
Owner Name? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Address? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSDO134 Owner-Facility:Town of Carthage
Inspection Date: 08/07/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Instructions for notification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
24-hour emergency contact numbers? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms operable? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If tested during inspection, did it function properly? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes,what resources(Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc)are included in Plan?
one portable generator
#Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and exercising all valves? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting alarms,telemetry and auxiliary equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Mac's 15-501 pump station had a buildup of grease, but the permittee is aware of this issue
and cleans the wet well regularly. The high level float at Cox's station was malfunctioning and
would not set off the alarm, but did set off the high level alert on SCADA. Five of the pump
stations have backup generators installed. One portable generator is available for other pump
stations. The generators at NC 22 and McCaskill road were turned on and succesfully load
tested. The light at McCaskill road may be moved for better visibility.
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