WQCSD0524_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20230828

DocuSign Envelope ID: 963B5BA1-721D-4B17-85D3-3D288CA38145
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0524 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Pender County
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Pender County Deemed Municipal Collection S
County: Pender
Region: Wilmington
Contact Person: Anthony Colon Title: Deputy Utilities Director Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Certification:
James R Proctor
NC0023965 Cape Fear Public Utility Authority - Northside WWTP
NC0081736 Pender County - Melinda B Knoerzer Adaptive Ecosystem WWTP
WQ0035049 Pender County - Maple Hill WWTP
Phone:
910-259-1327
Inspection Date: 08/28/2023 FnW Ei6p, e 09:OOAM Exit Time: 11:30AM
Primary Inspector: Brian S WestE�,61AOAMA2445...
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Secondary Inspector(s):
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Reason for Inspection: RoutineE5�ESABA,4nc�Dc4s4. Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: 0 Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control
Spills/Response Plan Inspections Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 963B5BA1-721D-4B17-85D3-3D288CA38145
Permit: WQCSD0524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Routine compliance inspection with James Proctor. Permission was granted to all records and areas of the system
requested to be reviewed; his and his staffs assistance during the visit is appreciated. Please note specific comments
under each section of this report, and let us know if there are comments/questions. Pender County is deemed compliant
with permti no. WQCSD0524
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 963B5BA1-721D-4B17-85D3-3D288CA38145
Permit: WQCSD0524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
CFPUA
WQCS00012
Is there a overall sewer system map?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
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Pipe location
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# Flow direction
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# Approximate pipe age
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# Pump station ID, location and capacity
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# Force main air release valve location & type
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# Location of satellite connections
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Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment: Map is up to date
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.)
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: System consists of commercial users only, FOG materials distributed to customers; all grease
traps are inspected at least twice per year, visits documented
Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ ❑
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 963B5BA1-721D-4B17-85D3-3D288CA38145
Permit: WQCSD0524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
0
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
❑
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Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
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# Response time
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# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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# Access to cleaning equipment
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# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
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# Source of emergency funds
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# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
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# Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Comment: Two reportable spills since 2020: no recurring issues noted
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
0
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Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
0
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Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
0
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Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
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Is the annual inspection documented?
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# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
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Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
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Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
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Comment: One HPL under NECFR crossin
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Dell Lab, Regional, Cape Fear Middle School
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
5
# 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?
5
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
0
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
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Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 963B5BA1-721D-4B17-85D3-3D288CA38145
Permit: WQCSD0524 Owner - Facility: Pender County
Inspection Date: 08/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
0
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Is the telemetry system functional?
0
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
0
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Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
0
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Pump station identifier?
0
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# Address?
0
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Instructions for notification?
0
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24-hour emergency contact numbers?
0
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
0
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
0
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# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
0
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If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
0
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Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
0
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# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
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❑ 0 ❑
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
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❑ 0 ❑
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
0
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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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Dell Lab PS- one pump out of service, under contract for replacement/repair; Cape Fear MS -
no issues notedl; Regional PS- one pump discharge line has leak, contract issued for repair;
bypass diesel pump in service until repair made. Envogua chemical feed system on line for
H2S neutralization. Section of security fence collapse due to corrosion scheduled for
replacement. All high water and power outage telemetry alarms tested and functional, all
generators tested functional, auto transfer switches at two stations scheduled for replacement.
All PSs weekly inspections documented.
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