WQCS00030_BIMS Report_20230929

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00030 Effective: 07/01/15 Expiration: 06/30/23 Owner: City of Statesville
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Statesville Collection System
County: Iredell PO Box 1111
Region: Mooresville
Statesville NC 286871111
Contact Person: Scott Harrell Title: Public Works Director Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS3,
Primary ORC: Clyde Wesley Fox
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Certification: 997772 Phone:[phone]
Related Permits:
NC0020591 City of Statesville - Third Creek WWTP
NC0031836 City of Statesville - Fourth Creek WWTP
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Entry Time 08:30AM
Primary Inspector: Tony Parker
Secondary Inspector(s):
Exit Time: 01:30PM
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
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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Permit: WQCS00030 Owner - Facility: City of Statesville
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WQCS00030 Owner - Facility: City of Statesville
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General Yes No NA NE
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# What is that frequency? weekly
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages?
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Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations?
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Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory?
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Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials?
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Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
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# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months?
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If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal?
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Comment: The permit expired 6/30/2023. A renewal application was submitted prior to expiration as
required. The permittee will continue to operate under the expired permit untill a new permit is
issued.
Sewer and FOG Ordinances Yes No NA NE
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance? variable
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 city conducts mail outs and post FOG info on website.
Comment:
Capital Improvement Plan
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?
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Permit: WQCS00030 Owner - Facility: City of Statesville
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Comment: The city has an adequate capital improvement plan and continues to perform upgrades to their
s sY tem.
Map Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
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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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The city uses digital and paper maps.
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
Comment: The city is not free of SSO's but are responding, reporting and documenting as required.
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
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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: All activities were well documented.
Spill Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
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Permit: WQCS00030 Owner - Facility: City of Statesville
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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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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Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
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Comment: A spill response plan was available
Spllls 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? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment:
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
Valiant Dr. aerial, Simonton rd aerial, & Marjorie rd.outfall R/W. No issues noted and all areas and lines were
well maintained and R/W's were mowed and clear.
Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The city consistently exceeds their minimun 10% line cleaning requirement.
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Various manholes inspected and no major issues noted.
Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00030 Owner - Facility: City of Statesville
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
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Are manholes free of excessive roots?
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Are manholes free of excessive sand?
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Are manhole vents screened?
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Are vents free of submergence?
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Comment: No issues with manholes.
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Pine Forest P/S, Giant Oak P/S, Valley Stream P/S. No issues noted with pump stations.
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
19
# 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?
1
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
18
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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# Do they all have telemetry installed?
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Is the communication system functional?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
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Does the sign include
Owner Name?
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Pump station identifier?
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# Address?
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Instructions for notification?
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24-hour emergency contact numbers?
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Permit: WQCS00030 Owner - Facility: City of Statesville
Inspection Date: 09/28/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
For the 19 duplex pump stations the city has 13 dedicated on -site generators and 3 portable generators. The
3 portable generators serve 6 pump stations with quick connect hook up's. The city also has 1 portable
by-pass pump available and all pump stations are equipped for by-pass pumping.
# 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:
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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 stations inspected appeared to be well maintained, operated and documented.
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