WQCSD0546_BIMS Report_20230901

Permit: WQCSD0546
SOC:
County: Iredell
Region: Mooresville
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 11/09/10 Expiration: Owner: Lowes Companies Inc
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Iredell Distribution Center Collection System
Contact Person: Matt Donaldson
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Title: General Manager
Certification:
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Related Permits:
NC0085120 Lowes Companies Inc - Iredell Distribution Center WWTP
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023 Entry Time 09:30AM Exit Time: 11:15AM
Primary Inspector: Tony Parker Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
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 Manholes
Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSD0546 Owner - Facility: Lowes Companies Inc
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Overall this inspection revealed several issues that will need attention mostly dealing with manholes as you will see in the
detailed section of this report. In addition it is recommended (although not a requirement ) that your collection crew receive
some training that would be benificial in the operation and maintenance of a Collection System. Again this is not a State
requirement but it is good relative training that also covers a variety of safety issues.
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Permit: WQCSD0546 Owner - Facility: Lowes Companies Inc
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
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# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
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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: The Company has 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.)
This is a private Company Deemed Permited system and FOG info is posted throughout the warehouse year
round.
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:
Spills and Response Action Plan
Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0546 Owner - Facility: Lowes Companies Inc
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
0
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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: No spills or SSO's.
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
0
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Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
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Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
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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: The system has no HPL's
Manholes
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Various manholes inspected and several issues noted. The manhole just outside the fence in the parking
area needs rehab. The 90 degree drop is closed at the elbow and prevents cleaning. Also the bottom of the
drop is turned up preventing the pipe from empting and properly draining. Flows thru most of the manholes
inspected were sluggish and slow and and may be due to the drop pipe in the manhole mentioned earlier
but it is recommended that the entire system be jetted.
Are manholes accessible?
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# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
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Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
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Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
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Are manhole covers present?
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# Are manholes properly seated?
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# Are manholes in good condition?
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# Are inverts in good condition?
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Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
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Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
0
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Permit: WQCSD0546 Owner - Facility: Lowes Companies Inc
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are manholes free of excessive roots? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive sand? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole vents screened? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are vents free of submergence? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: See above comments on manholes.
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Plant Pump Station. No issues with this pump station.
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
1
# 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?
0
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
1
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
0
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Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
0
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
0
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# 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?
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❑ 0 ❑
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?
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❑ 0 ❑
If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
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❑ 0 ❑
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
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❑ 0 ❑
# 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 ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0546 Owner - Facility: Lowes Companies Inc
Inspection Date: 08/30/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
No issues with this P/S.
# 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: The pump station was well maintained and operated and documentation was provided for all
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