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USE THE TAB KEY TO MOVE FROM FIELD TO FIELDI Application Number:
(to be completed by DWQ)
1. Owner.
,la. Johnston County
Full Legal Name (company, municipality, HOA, utility, etc.)
1 b. Timothy G. Broome, P.E., Director of Infrastructure & Engineering _
Signing Official Name and Title (Please review 15A NCAC 2H .0206(b) for authorized signing officials!)
1 c. The legal entity who will own this system is:
❑ Individual ❑ Federal ❑ Municipality 0 State/County ❑ Private Partnership ❑ Corporation ❑ Other (specify):
1d. 304 E. Market Street
Street Address
1 f. North Carolina
State
1 h. 919-209-8333 1 i.
Telephone
2. Project (Facility) Information:
le, Smithfield_
City
1 g. 27577
Zip Code
919-934-7174 1j. tim.broon
Facsimile I E-mail
nstonnc.com
2a. Four Oaks to Benson Force Main 2b. Johnston
Brief Project Name (permit will refer to this name) County Where Project is Located
3. Contact Person:
3a. Amanda Bader, P.E.
Name and Affiliation of Someone Who Can Answer Questions About this Application
3b. 919-881-9939 3c. abaderdewberry.com
Phone Number E-mail
Project is ❑ New 0 Modification (of an existing permit) If Modification, Permit No.: WQ0019649
For modifications, attach a separate sheet clearly explaining the reason for the modification (i.e. adding another
phase, changing line sizellength, etc.). Only include the modified information in this permit application - do not
duplicate project information in B(7) and B(10-11) that has already been included in the original permit.
2. Owner is ❑x Public (skip to Item B(3)) ❑ Private (go to Item 2(a))
2a. If private, applicant will be: 2b. If sold, facilities owned by a (must choose one}
❑ Retaining Ownership (i.e. store, church, single office, etc.) or ❑ Public Utility (Instruction III)
❑ Leasing units (lots, townhomes, etc. - skip to Item B(3)) ❑ Homeowner Assoc./Developer (Instruction IV)
❑ Selling units (lots, townhomes, etc. - go to Item B(2b))
3. Town of Benson
Owner of Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) Treating Wastewater From This Project
4a. Town of Benson Water Reclamation Facile _ 4b. NC 0020389
Name of WWTF WWTF Permit No.
5a. Town of Benson 6b. 24 in.
Owner of Downstream Sewer Receiving Sewer Size
6. The origin of this wastewater is (check all that apply):
Permit,Number of Downstream Sewer (if known)
❑ Residential Subdivision ❑ Car Wash
❑ Apartments/Condominiums ❑ Institution 100 % Domestic/Commercial
❑ Mobile Home Park ❑ Hospital
❑ School ❑ Church % Industrial
❑ Restaurant ❑ Nursing Home % Other (specify):
❑ Office ❑x Other (specify): Municipal
7. Volume of wastewater to be permitted in this project: 150,1000 gallons per day (transfer from Johnston County to Benson)
8. If the permitted flow is zero, indicate why:
❑ Interceptor Line - Flow will be permitted is subsequent permits that connect to this line
0 Flow has already been allocated in Permit No. WQ0019649 Central Johnston County Regional WWTF NC 0030716
❑ Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewer with no new flow expected
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19. Provide the wastewater flow calculations used in determining the permitted flow in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H
.0219(I) for Item B(7) or the design flow for line or pump station sizing if zero flow in the space below. Values other than
that in 15A NCAC 2H .0219(1)(1-2) must be approved prior to submittal of this application. Submit a separate request to
the Division of Water Quality, Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0219(I)(3).
Flow is permitted with the receiving WWTF as Central .Johnston County Regional WWTF. Flow is to be diverted to the
Town of Benson Wastewater Treatment Facility.
10. Summary of Sewer Lines to be Permitted (attach additional sheets if necessary)
Size (inches)
8"
12"
Length (feet) Gravity or Force Main
(use the pull down menu)
31,450 FM
10,850 FM
ENTER TOTAL LINE LENGTH IN MILES. 6.01
11. Summary of Pump Stations to be Permitted (attach additional sheets as necessary)
Location ID Power Reliability Option
(self chosen -as shown on Design Flow Operational Point (1- dual line feed; 2- permanent generator w1ATS; 3-
plans for cross-reference) I _(MGD) GPM @ TDH portable generator wltelemetry; 4-wet well storage)
0.15 MGD 1 320 @ 185
Does the sewer system comply with the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force
Mains (latest version), the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria (latest version) and 15A NCAC 2H .0200 as applicable?
❑ Yes El No If no, please reference the pertinent minimum design criteria or regulation and indicate why a
variance is requested:
Flow in the 12" Force Main does not meet 2 fps velocity at current flows. The force main is designed to handle future flows
from the McGee's Crossroads Area. The 20-year project flow projection is 0.3 MGD based on the County's 201
Facilities Plan_ Hydrants are located along the alignment to provide flushing capability as required for maintenance_
13. Have the following permits/certifications been submitted for approval?
Wetland/Stream Crossings - General Permit or 401 Certification? 0 Yes ❑ No ❑ NIA
Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan? 0 Yes ❑ No ❑ NIA
Stormwater? ❑ Yes ❑ No 0 NIA
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Use the Division's guidance document entitled, "DETERMINING STREAM CLASSIFICATIONS FOR FORM FTA 02103
(FAST -TRACK SEWER SYSTEMS)" to collect and record the stream classification data below (attach additional sheets as
necessary). This document is available from our web site or by contacting the appropriate Division of Water Quality
regional office (see instructions for addresses) OR indicate the following:
❑ A Stream Classification is not needed because all parts of the project are at least 100 feet away from any down slope
waterbody; AND,
❑ A Stream Classification is not needed because the design does not depend on wet well storage as a power reliability
option for any pump station near a Class C down slope Waterbody.
Location ID on Map
(self chosen - as shown on Name of Waterbody
Stream
Waterbody
map for cross-reference) Waterbody County River Basin
Index
Classification
1. UT to Hannah Ck Johnston Neuse
27-52-6
C NSW
2. UT to Stony Fork Johnston Neuse
27-52-6-2
C NSW
3. Stony Fork Johnston Neuse
27-52-6-2
C NSW
4, Bernal Branch Johnston Neuse
27-52-6-3
C NSW
5. Hogpen Branch Johnston Neuse
27-52-6-3-2
C NSW
6. Juniper Swamp Johnston Neuse
27-52-M
C NSW
7. UT to Juniper Swamp Johnston Neuse
27-52-6-6
C NSW
8. UT to Juniper Swamp Johnston Neuse
27-62-6-6
C NSW
9. UT to Juniper Swamp Johnston Neuse
27-52-6-6
C NSW
Submit the 8.5" x 11" COLOR topographic map as required in Instruction VI
regardless of whether a classification is providedl
1. Applicant's Certification:
1, Timothy G. Broome, P.E., Director of Infrastructure and Engineering for Johnston County, attest that this application
for the Four Oaks to Benson Wastewater Force Main project has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to
the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all
required supporting documentation and attachments are not included, this application package is subject to being
returned as incomplete. Note: In accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any
person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a
Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per
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Signing Offitoal Signature Date
2. Professional Engineer's Certification:
i attest that this application for has been reviewed by me and is accurate, complete
and consistent with the information in the engineering plans, calculations, and all other supporting documentation to the
best of my knowledge. 1 further attest that to the best of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in
accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers adopted February
12, 1996, and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June
1, 2000 and the watershed classification in accordance with Division guidance. Although certain portions of this submittal
package may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal
signifies; that/ have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design. Note: In
accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not to
exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25, 000 per violation.
Engineering Firm
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Dewberry
February 1, 2005
_L 2301 Rexwoods Drive 919 881 9939
Suite 200 919 881 9923 fax
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607-3366 www.dewberry.com
Mr. Ken Schuster
Regional Supervisor
NC DWQ- Surface Water Protection - RRO
1628 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699 - 1628
Reference: Johnston County, North Carolina
Four Oaks to Benson Force Main - Fast -Track Application
Dewberry & Davis, Inc. Project No. 73209900
Dear Mr. Schuster
Please find enclosed the following for your review for the Four Oaks to Benson Force Main project:
• One original and one copy of the application form.
• A check in the amount of $400 for the application fee.
• Flow acceptance letter from the Town of Benson.
• USGS Topographic Map.
Should you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to call or email our office.
Sincerely,
Dewberry & Davis, Inc.
Afnanda L. Bader, A.E.
Project Manager
Enclosures
c: Timothy G. Broome, P.E., Johnston County
Joe Langston, P.E., Dewberry
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
May 25, 2005
MEMORANDUM
TO: Permit File WQ0019649
FROM: K. Marie Doklovic, PE
SUBJECT: Variance to Pump Station and Force Main MDC
Johnston County is installing a 12-inch force main to serve build out conditions in the McGee
Crossroads area. Until build -out is realized, the force main will not achieve 2 fps scouring velocity.
The line was designed with flushing hydrants and the applicant has documented their ability to
provide additional maintenance on the line.
SUMMARY— A variance is granted to allow the installation of a 12-inch forcemain that will not
achieve 2 feet per second velocity in current conditions. The Permittee shall consider this line to be
high priority as per Permit Condition V(4) of the system -wide collection system permit issued to
Johnston County (WQCS00060). At such time the force main achieves the appropriate velocity, the
high priority line designation can be removed.
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit Internet http:llh2o.enr.state.nc.uslndpu
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
DENR Customer Servioe Center Telephone [phone]
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OF wArF9 State of North Carolina
AQG Department of Environment and Natural Resources
c [Mar Division of Water Quality
o FAST -TRACK APPLICATION
for GRAVITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS
(Pressure sewers systems are not to be included as part of this application paekage)
INSTRUCTIONS: Indicate that you have included the following list of required application package items by checking the
space provided next to each item. Failure to submit all required items will lead to your application being returned as
incomplete or additional processing and review time. This form may be photocopied for use as an original.
® I. Application Form - Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application
form. Any changes to this form will result in the application being returned. The Division of Water Quality
(Division) will only accept application packages that have been fully completed with all applicable items
addressed. You do not need to submit detailed plans and specifications unless you respond NO to Item B(12]
® II. Application Fee - Submit a check in the amount of $400 made payable to: North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR).
❑ III. Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity — If the application is being submitted in the name of a
privately -owned public utility, submit two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN)
which demonstrates that the public utility is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the
sewer extension. If a CPCN has not been issued, provide two copies of a letter from the North Carolina Utilities
Commission's Public Staff that states that an application for a franchise has been received, that the service area
is contiguous to an existing franchised area, and/or that franchise approval is expected. The project name in the
CPCN or letter must match that provided in Item A(2a) of this application.
❑ IV. Operational Agreements — Submit one original and two copies of a properly executed operational agreement if
the sewer extension is permitted by a private applicant and will be serving residential or commercial lots (e.g.,
houses, condominiums, townhomes, outparcels, etc.) that will be sold to another entity. If the applicant is a
homeowners' association, use Form HOA 02103. If the applicant is a developer, use Form DEV 02/03. EVEN IF
THE PROJECT WILL BE TURNED OVER TO A MUNICIPALITY, FORM DEV 02/03 IS REQUIRED.
® V. Flow Acceptance Letters — If the owner of the downstream sewers and/or WWTF is different from the applicant,
submit two copies of a flow acceptance letter from the owner of the downstream sewers and WWTF, if different.
Flow acceptance letters must contain the following minimum information: applicant and project name, amount of
flow accepted, and name and permit number of the receiving sewers/WWTF. The flow acceptance must not
expire prior to permit issuance and must be dated less than a year prior to the application date.
Intergovernmental agreements or other contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -specific flow acceptance
letter.
® VI. Map — Submit an 8.5-inch by 11-inch COLOR copy of the portion of a 7.5-minute USGS Topographic Map along
with this form. The map should identify the entire project area location as well as the closest downslope surface
waters as clearly as possible. Each map portion must be labeled with the map name and number, the identified
location of the sewer line and pump stations, and be of clear and reproducible quality. For instance, if the project
involves 4 miles of interceptor sewer that traverses over or near several different waterbodies (or counties,
basins, etc.), the map should have location ID's shown for each different waterbody (where the sewer line is within
100 feet of such waterbody - see Instruction VII). This location ID is self chosen and used to cross reference the
location in Section C of the permit application.
® VII. Stream Classifications — Section C
• if any portion of the project is within 100 feet of any down slope surface water, Section C must be completed
for the pertinent sections.
• If the entire project area is a minimum of 100 feet away from any down slope surface waters BUT there is a
pump station involved where a history of power outage is to be used to provide adequate design storage
instead of dual feed or permanent or portable generator, Section C must be completed to demonstrate that
the closest down slope surface water is Class C (see 15A NCAC 2H .0219(h)(3)(D)).
• Use the guidance document entitled, "Determining Watershed Classifications for Form FTA 02/03 (Fast -Track
Sewer Systems)" available from http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu or by contacting the appropriate regional
office.
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FAST -TRACK APPLICATION for GRAVITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS PACE 2
❑ VIII. Environmental Assessments — If this project is subject to an Environmental Assessment (EA) [15A NCAC
01C .0500], this application can not be used. Send the project application on Form PSFMGSA 10/99 to the
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. Applications can not be
processed until a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) or Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been
issued. A copy is to be submitted with that permit application.
® IX. Certifications — Section D
The application must be certified by both the applicant and a North Carolina Registered Professional Engineer
(PE). The applicant signature must match the signing official listed in Item A(1b). The PE should NOT certify the
application if he/she is unfamiliar with 15A NCAC 2H .0200, the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria (most
recent version) and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
(most recent version), as applicable to the project. Certification by a PE who is unfamiliar with these documents
is subject to NC Board referral.
THE COMPLETED FTA 02103 APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS AND $400
FEE, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL OFFICE
REGIONAL OFFICE
ADDRESS
COUNTIES SERVED
Asheville Regional Office
Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell,
2090 US Highway 70
Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood,
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Henderson, Jackson, Macon,
[phone]
Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk,
[phone] Fax
Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania,
Yancey
Fayetteville Regional Office
225 Green Street Suite 714
Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301
Anson, Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett,
[phone]
Hoke, Montgomery, Moore, Robeson,
[phone] Fax
Richmond, Sampson, Scotland
Mooresville Regional Office
919 N Main Street
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba,
Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln,
[phone]
Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly, Union
[phone] Fax
Raleigh Regional Office
1628 Mail Service Center
Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe,
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1628
Franklin, Granville, Halifax, Johnston,
Lee, Nash, Northampton, Orange,
(919) 571-47
Person, Vance, Wake, Warren,
{919) 571-4718 Fax
Wilson
Washington Regional Office
Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan,
943 Washington Square Mall
Craven, Currituck, Dare, Gates,
Washington, North Carolina 27889
Greene, Hertford, Hyde, Jones,
[phone]
Lenoir, Martin, Pamlico, Pasquotank,
[phone] Fax
Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington,
Wayne
Wilmington Regional Office
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus,
Wilmington, North Carolina 28405
Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow,
[phone]
Pender
[phone] Fax
Winston-Salem Regional Office
585 Waughtown Street
Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Caswell,
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford,
[phone]
Rockingham, Randolph, Stokes,
[phone] Fax
Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin
For more information, visit our web site at: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu/
FTA 02/03 - Rev. 2 04.:04

Four Oaks to Benson Force Main - WQ0019649
Subject: Four Oaks to Benson Force Main - WQ0019649
From: "Marie Doklovic" <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 4 Apr 2005 10:33:28 -0400
To: <[e-mail]>
CC: "Barry Herzberg" <barry. herzberg@ncmail. net>, <[e-mail]>
tVAT89 K. Mahe Dakbvlc, PE. Environmental Engineer
? O Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit
1617 Mai Service Center
-� Raleigt% NC 27699-1617
p Y 919-7335083 x 371
919-73340059 FAX
Dear Ms. Bader,
! am reviewing your variance request for the subject force main (not meeting initial velocity).
We will need the following items for our files:
1. Sealed calculations showing the expected velocity now and at build -out conditions.
2. A letter from the owner saying the line is accepted as high priority and there is the ability
to routinely flush the line as necessary.
3. The plan/profile views for the subject line with the hydrants shown.
4. Explain the notation on the topo map regarding the pumping station and equalization
facility. If there are additional features at the station, we would need to include them in
the permit. Provide all pertinent information for any equalization facility (volume, detail
drawings, control/alarm features, etc.).
5. Explain the 20-year projected flow of 0.3 MGD and the pump station design only at 0.15
MGD. What upgrades will be necessary as the projected flow is realized?
6. The project size is rather large even though the force main length falls under the
minimum threshold for requiring an Environmental Assessment(EA), indicate if any other
project criteria have been evaluated that would require an EA per 15A NCAC 1 C.
Please submit the above information to my attention at the address above no later than May
4, 2005. Your assistance is appreciated!
Sincerely,
Marie Doklovic
" fMPORTANTNOTE"
The Division of Water Quality has reorganized. All sewer related matters previously directed towards the Non -Discharge Permitting
Unit are now to be directed to the Pretreatment, Emergency Response and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit of the letterhead
address. Note also the new fax number. Please disregard reference to the Non -Discharge Permitting Unit in any sewer applications
or other documents. The regional offices will still handle Fast -Track permitting of most all sewer extensions. The PERCS Unit will
continue to permit low pressure, STEP, and vacuum sewer projects and sewer projects involving an Environmental Assessment. The
rest of the former Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has moved to the Parker -Lincoln building under the land Application Permitting
and Compliance Unit (LAPCU) or the Animal Feeding Operations Permitting and Compllance Unit (AFOPC).
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Date: February 9, 2005
To: Marie Doklovic, PERCS
From: Barry Herzberg
Subject: WQ0019649
Four Oaks — Benson Force Main
Johnston County
Marie:
Attached is a copy of the Fast Track application for the Four Oaks to Benson Force
Main. They are requesting a variance because of low flow velocity in part of the force
main. There are other problems that I see:
1. No plans or specs were submitted with the application.
2. The topo map shows "Four Oaks Pumping Station & Equalization Facilitx." Don't
the folks at CG&L need to be involved (A to C)?
3. Shouldn't this be a new permit rather than a permit modification?
4. Will the facility have the option to pump to Central Johnston as well as Benson?
5. The design flow of 0.15 MGD would put Benson WWTF over 80% tributary flow,
forcing the 80190 rule.
6. Benson requested Speculative Effluent Limits for an expansion from 1.5 to 1.9
MGD back in 2003. We have no further evidence of such an expansion being
underway in our files.
I've requested info from CG&L pertaining to a PER to hopefully answer some of these
questions.
Barry

Town of Benson (E-SRG-T-02-0137)
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Subject: Town of Benson (E-SRG-T-02-0137)
From: Barry Herzberg <barry.herzberg@ ncmail. net>
Date: Wed, 09 Feb 2005 08:59:32 -0500
To: [e-mail]
CC: Marie Doklovic <[e-mail]>, Sergei Chernikov
<[e-mail]>
Zi-Qiang:
RRO has an application for a Fast Track sewer extension for Four Oaks, Johnston
County. This would re -direct flow from Four Oaks (currently tributary to Central
Johnston WWTF) to Benson WWTF. The addition of the flow amount would place Benson
under the 80/90 moratorium rule.
We have in our files a request from Benson for speculative limits based on an
upgrade to 1.9 MGD from 1.5 MGD. This was in November of 2003. There is also a
letter from Larry Horton dated April 28, 2003, requesting a revised 201 Facilities
Plan or a PER in response to Benson's 201 plan, amendment 3. Was a PER ever
submitted for this facility in response to Larry's letter?
Any current information you might have available on the subject would be
appreciated.
Thanks.
Barry
Barry Herzberg <[e-mail]>
Environmental Engineer
NCDENR
Div. Water Quality
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Towh of Benson (WQ0019649 modification)
Subject: Town of Benson (WQ0019649 modification)
From: Barry Herzberg <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 09 Feb 2005 08:58:45 -0500
To: Marie Doklovic <[e-mail]>
Hi!
I'll be sending you via snail mail a copy of the Fast Track application for the
Four Oaks to Benson Force Main. They are requesting a variance because of low flow
velocity in part of the force main. There are other prob:ems that I see.
1. No plans or specs were submitted with the application.
2. The topo map shows "Four Oaks Pumping Station & Equalization Facility." Don't
the folks at CG&L need to be involved (A to C)?
3. Shouldn't this be a new permit rather than a permit modification?
4. Will the facility have the option to pump to Central Johnston as well as Benson?
5. The design flow of 0.1�i MGD would put Benson WWTF over 80% tributary flow,
forcing the 80/90 rule.
6. Benson requested Speculative Effluent Limits for an expansion from 1.5 to 1.9
MGD back in 2003. We have no further evidence of such an expansion being underway
in our files.
You'll also be receiving copies of a -mails to others (CG&L, etc.) while I try to
sort out what's happening.
Barry
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Variance - WQ0019649 - Four Oaks to Benson Force Main
Subject: Variance - W00019649 - Four Oaks to Benson Force Main
From: Marie Doklovic <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 25 May 2005 10:07:31 -0400
To: Barry Herzberg <[e-mail]>
Barry,
Please print the attached for the application file. Cut and paste the summary
language as a special permit condition. no you want the plans Amanda gave me for
this?
Thanks,
Marie
Marie Doklovic <marie.doklovic(c_ncmail.net>
Environmental Engineer
DENR Division of Water Quality
PERCS Unit
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Project Name: /SoReview Date:
Project Number: W Oo (�> iAap Reviewer:
All fast -track projects should be submitted on the application entitled "Fast -Track Application for
Gravity Sewers, Pump Stations, and Force Mains" (FORM: FTA 02/03 Rev 2,currently) unless
otherwise directed by the NDPU. Any pump stationlforce main projects that require an
Environmental Assessment (EA) are excluded from the Fast -Track review process, and should be
submitted for full review to the Central Office (NDPU) on FORM: PSFMGSA 10/99. Additionally,
any projects involving a flow reduction request must receive approval for the flow reduction from
the central office.
PRE -REVIEW
V/ Does the application package appear to be generally complete (i.e. all attachments, check, key
questions answered)? If any portion of the application is not complete, or if any required
instruction items have been omitted, RETURN the application package and supporting
documents to the applicant using the Project Return Letter template. Send the package and
letter via certified mail to the applicant, and a copy of the letter to the engineering consultant.
Any projects that are to be returned shall be returned prior to accepting the application (i.e.,
before logging in the application and depositing the check). After a project has been accepted,
any information that is found to be incorrect and/or lacking must be requested via an Additional
/ Information Request in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0208(e).
Ensure that a check for $400 is submitted and made out to NCDENR. All new projects and major
modifications to existing projects require an application fee. A major modification includes any
changes to permitted flow volumes, changes in pipe diameter, changes in pipe length greater that
10% of the originally permitted length, changes in the operating points of a pump station, etc.
ION A — Application Information
If the applicant is private (Item B(2)) and listed as a corporation, check the NC Department of the
Secretary of State's web site at http:/Iwww.secretai-y.state.nc.us/Corporations/ to ensure that the
Applicant is registered with the Secretary of State to conduct business as a corporation in the
/ State of NC. Developer's and HOA's should be listed.
V Ensure that the signing official meets the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0206(b). If they do not,
request a revised application that has been completed by an appropriate official or a letter from
an appropriate official that indicates the person in question is delegated to sign the application on
the applicant's behalf. A current list of Delegated Signing Officials can be obtained from the
NDPU. If a new delegated signing official letter is presented with the application, forward a copy
to the central office so that the person may be added to the Delegated Signing Official list. The
central office will send E-mails to the appropriate region if a new signing official has been added
so that the most current list can be used. The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has an example
delegated signing official letter from http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us. ndpu/spraypol.html#DELEG.
SyiTION B -- Per ormation
Project
is ew Modification? If the project is a modification to an existing permit, be sure to
enter th ication into RIMS as a permit modification (i.e. "renew/modify application" and not
"create new project"). BIMS will pull the previous signing official and affiliations information.
Please go through all the tabs and ensure the information is correct for the current project.
Applicant.4ubY;ientity (e_g. county, town, sanitary district)?
Applicant a private entity?
Own (i.e. lease) units, lots, parcels, etc?
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Sell unit lots, parcels, etc?
Clificate of Public Convenience and Necessity? 2H .0205(d)(2)
♦ quired if the applicant is a public utility. In lieu of a Certificate of P is
C ven!ence and Necessity, they may submit written approval fro e
No Carolina Utilities Commission's Public Staff that states tha a utility is
allow to provide utility service in the subject project area. No that the
project ame on the application and on the CPCN must mat . Contact the
NCUC P iic Staff if questions arise. This is NOT REQUI D for a
municipali or county! Examples of companies that wo provide a CPCN
are Heater tilities or Carolina Water Service, etc.
******OR*******
Operational Agree ent? 2H .0205(d)(2
♦ Operational AgredTents are only required if th applicant is not a public
entity (i.e. Town, C niy, etc.) or public utilit s designated by the North
Carolina Utilities Co ission AND the lot eing served by the collection
system are to be sold Individual owner .
♦ If the applicant is a de loper, t y must fill out the DEVELOPER
Operational Agreement OR : DEV 02/03). A developer may be
responsible for the syste an interim period until the homeowners
association is formed, at h time a Permit Name/Ownership Change
request (FORM: PNOC 6/ will be needed to transfer the permit to
the HOA.
♦ If the applicant i a homeowners' as ciak!on (HOA), they must fill out
the ASSOCI ON Operational Agree ent (FORM: HOA 02/03 The
HOA must registered with the SecretNU of State's office and must
provide a opy of the Associations' Bylaw nd Articles of Incorporation.
These currents should be reviewed to en re that all applicable
lang ge regarding the collection system is in uded as is required by
the,A Agreement.
♦ ThgKOperational Agreement should be attached to the p mit and
in orporated into the language of the permit. Please note at Operational
Agreement language should not be altered without approvar1rom the
Attorney General's Office. Operational Agreements are available at
http:/1h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu/ndpuapps.htm1.
Approval of flow to receiving sewers and WWTF? (i.e. P4 procedure, but now in-house!)
♦ Ensure that the receiving sewers and WWTF have adequate capacity available to accept the
flow volume that is being requested, and that the WWTF has been in compliance with their
treatment and disposal permit.
Flow acceptance letter(s) from the owner of the WWTF and owner of any intermediate sewers (if
different from WWTF owner and applicant)? 2H .0205(d)(3)(C)
♦ Required only if the applicant and the owner of the WWTF/intermediate sewers are not the
same entity.
♦ Project specific flow acceptance letters are required.
♦ Ensure that the following items appear in the flow acceptance letter: applicant's name,
project name, amount of wastewater flow accepted, date that the flow acceptance was
granted, expiration date of the acceptance, and namelpermit number of the receiving WWTF.
Do not accept a flow acceptance letter that was issued more than one year prior to the
receipt of the package.
♦ Ensure that the owner accepted the entire volume of flow listed in application.
Main Problems Noted: A flow acceptance letter is provided by the receiving W WTP owner but
not the downstream sewer owner, which both are different from the applicant. Example, private
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developer in Knightdale. Both Knightdale and Raleigh would need to provide a flow acceptance
etter as Knightdale will transport the wastewater and Raleigh will treat the wastewater.
Wastewat mestic i nature?
♦ Most ater that is domestic in nature, however, if Item B.6 indicates
that the wastewater is industrial in nature, notify the Regional Office Pretreatment
Coordinator or the WQ Pretreatment Unit Central Office to determine if a pretreatment permit
is needed or if a program already in place and compliant.
�vr rl Flow volume calculated correctly? 2H .0219(1)
♦ Ensure that the daily design flow in the application is based on the guidance provided in the
regulations or existing flow, and that the explanation as to how this volume was determined is
very specific (i.e., 22 three -bedroom homes, 50,000 s.f. of retail space, 18 employees, etc).
This information will be included in the description of the system in the permit. Our regs say
120 gpolbedroom for residential. Note that for one -bedroom the minimum they can use is
�y 240 gpd.
r K- If daily design flow is not based on regulations, ensure that the applicant has an approved
flow reduction of daily design flow rate on file with the Division. A list of approved flow
reductions may be obtained from the DWQ Intranet or by contacting the NDPU. Flow
` reduction requests are to be reviewed by the central office, and must be reviewed and
v�lnwp� +r rtW approved before the application is accepted by the regional office for review.
♦ On occasion, there may be an instance where supporting documentation is submitted with
the application for a specific facility. Contact NDPU to determine a course of action.
♦ Ensure that the flows shown on the application match up to what is shown on the plans (if
!� �C available for review). For example, if the application states that 100 lots are to be developed,
'iAL ensure that there are 100 lots, and not 150 lots, shown on the plans. Plans are only required
for review if the applicant is requesting a variance to the MDC or the .0200's.
♦ Do not allocate "future" wastewater flows (i.e., that based on speculative development).
II These would be permitted in future wastewater collection system extensions. Although, we
do allocate "unknown" flows on a per acre basis for industrial/commercial park applications.
Generally, the Division has accepted between 900 gpolacre —1500 gpolacre. Let the
engineer support his calculation.
Adequate information provided regarding the proposed gravity sewer and/or force main (if
applicable)?
Note 1: An Environmental Assessment may be required if there are 3 miles of gravity sewer over
18-inches in diameter (15A NCAC 1C .0100). Environmental Assessment projects can NOT go
Fast -Track!
Main Problems Noted: A public entity specifies 6-inch line when 8-inch is required; 4-inch line is
/ specified and no variance requested
Adequate information provided regarding the proposed pump station(s) (if applicable)?
Note: An Environmental Assessment may be required if the pump station(s) have a firm capacity
of 1,750 GPM or greater (15A NCAC 1C .0100). If there are any questions about whether an EA
may be required, discuss with your supervisor or contact Alex Marks of the Planning Branch's
Local Government Assistance Unit.
♦ Power reliability at the pump station provided in accordance with Section 5.04 of the
Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
document (i.e. dual line feed, portable generator wltelemetry, permanent generator with
automatic transfer switch, wet well storage if near Class C waters)? Note 1: Section C of the
FTA has to be completed and show a Class C down slope water in order to use wet well
storage as a reliability option. Include the special condition in the permit. You will need to
ask for storage calculations and the power outage data. Note 2: Ensure telemetry is specified
if a portable generator is called out. Check with the engineer if unsure. Note 3: Ensure an
automatic transfer switch (ATS) is specified if a permanent (standby) generator is specified.
Check with the engineer if unsure.
Main Problems Noted: Failure to specify appropriate or applicable power reliability option
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NO Project designed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0200, the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design
Criteria and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and
_i Force Mains document (as applicable)? NO will be checked in Item B(12) of the FTA. If NO,
forward one col2y of the supporting documents to the Central Office for review, indicating the
Spermit number, owner and project name. The Central Office will review the variance request, and
if approvable, specific language regarding the variance will be forwarded to the Regional Office
reviewer to incorporate into the permit. A co of the variance letter provided b the central office
��1O� j should be kept with the application file. If you catch something in the application or supporting
2� documents that is not in accordance with our regs or MDC, send an additional information
J (� request.
Main Problems Noted: A public entity specifies 6-inch line when 8-inch is required; 4-inch line is
specified and no variance requested; supporting documents show slope issues...
SEC,,�'IION C - Watershed Classification
tt// /color topographic map submitted?
Watershed classification required? If YES, you are advised to "spot-check" the classification(s).
If NO, ensure the applicant/engineer has indicated why one is not required. BOTH BOXES IN
SECTION C MUST BE CHECKED TO NOT PROVIDE A CLASSIFICATIONI
SECT ON D -Certifications
Signing Official's signature? 2H .0206(b)
• Ensure that the applicant's signature is the same person as that listed as the applicant's
signing official on Page 1 of the application form.
PE stamped, signed, and dated application, plans, specifications, and calculations (if applicable)?
2H _0205(d)(1)(A){idf)
♦ Ensure that the same engineer has signed, sealed, and dated the application and all the
items, with the exception of items designed by specialty disciplines (i.e., architectural,
structural, plumbing, and electrical plans). If not, an explanation and/or authorization is
required.
dequate information provided for the engineer/engineering firm?
PE with active license in North Carolina? 2H .0205(d)(1)(A)(ifi) or 2H .0203(28)
• Ensure that ALL pertinent P.E's have active licenses by checking the NC Professional
Engineer's Board web site (www.ncbels.omcr - the PE number must be six digits, use leading 0
when needed).
♦ If the PE seal number does not show up on the web site database, tali the PE Board for
verification [phone].
Drafting a Permit
♦ In order to be consistent, use the most current version of the Fast -Track permit shell. This permit
shell contains specific language with respect to the Minimum Design Criteria, regulations, and
collection system permitting. The NDPU will notify you of any changes to this permit shell.
♦ Be specific with respect the system description and information. Indicate the flow, what the project
will be serving, length and size of gravity sewer lines and force mains, etc. For projects involving
pump stations, the size of the pump stations, as well as the reliability option and any additional info
(telemetry, odor control system, etc) should be included. A sample permit is on the DWQ Intranet.
♦ Add or remove any special conditions as necessary. Please call attention to any non-standard permit
conditions in the cover letter of the permit and include the permit condition where necessary. See the
Example Special Conditions document.
♦ If the project is a modification, don't forget to include the system description from the previous permit
and void the previous permit in the language! Some of these can be tricky so feel free to run the
drafted permit through NDPU first before issuance.
♦ It is preferable if Fast -Tracks are saved electronically by permit number under issued year and month.
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Denying a Project
♦ If the Reviewer/Supervisor determines that an application package should be denied because it can
not meet NC Statutes, rules or regulations, then a denial letter should be drafted. Special attention
should be paid to the statutory deadline for permitting. If it Is thought that a project might be
denied, it is important to review it and draft the denial letter as soon as possible. There must
be time allowed for the denial letter to be sent up to the Director and signed prior to the
statutory date.
♦ The Reviewer should use the Application Denial Letter template to prepare a denial package for the
Supervisor's review and submittal to the Director for signature. The letter should not be dated, but
instead will be dated after the Director signs it. A memo to the Director should be attached to the top
of the denial package summarizing the reasons for denial. This package must be singed off on by the
reviewer, supervisor, Section Chief, and Director. Distribute the letter as directed in "Issuing a
Permit" below.
Issuing a Permit
Permits should be signed only by those delegated to sign for the Director.
Permits should be distributed as follows (include the signed Operational Agreement with the
permit and all distribution copies if applicablel):
✓ Original to the Permittee
✓ Copy to the consulting engineer
✓ Copy to the county health department
✓ Copy to the Mecklenburg County Department of Environmental Protection for all projects located
in Mecklenburg County
✓ Copy(ies) to the owner of the WWTF and owner of the downstream sewers (if different than the
Permittee)
✓ Electronic Copy and Hard Copy to the NDPU for our files
✓ Copy to Central Files (attach application package and any supporting documents with a staple —
do not include any plans unless they are small and can be folded up into an 8.5" x 11" sheet)
✓ Save an electronic version named WQOOXXXXX.doc in a folder on your office shared drive or
hard drive. Try to keep your drafts and issued files separate. SEND ELECTRONIC COPIES TO
NDPU on a frequent basis — weekly or monthly!
Permit Corrections
♦ If a permit has been issued but an error discovered internally or by the Permittee or their engineer, a
permit correction is necessary.
• Pull the original permit and make the corrections — do not change issue dates or enter a new
application in BIMS — resave the permit
♦ Prepare the permit correction cover letter modifying as applicable — the corrections need to be
distributed to the same peoplelagencies who received the orginal permit
♦ Print the corrected permit and permit correction letter — sign if needed
♦ Maintain Permit in BIMS — add permit corrected event date and comments as to what was corrected
♦ Copy and distribute
The Certification
♦ Final engineering certifications will be submitted back to your office when the project is complete.
These should be date stamped (the certification page, record drawings and calculations, if applicable)
♦ Construction, Grants & Loans (CGL) may request and audit some of these certifications
• Regardless of whether the region or CGL reviews a certification, the receipt date must be logged into
BIMS. Perform the following: Maintain Permit, Enter Permit No., Go to Events Tab, Add Event, Select
Engineering/Tech Specialist Certification Received, Enter Receipt Date
♦ If the certification sheet is marked partial — put partial in the event comment field.
♦ If the certification seems incomplete — missing plans or calculations or no PE seal — note incomplete
in the comment field. Send an incomplete certification letter. The certification page in the permit
explains exactly what the engineer is to provide.
♦ If the certification is provided to CGL — maintain the engineer certification received event and put "to
CGL for review on DATE" in the event engineer certification received comment field.
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♦ If the region wishes to perform a detailed review— look for items not meeting the minimum design
criteria or outside of the permit. For instance, minimum cover; slope; minimum separation distances;
line size changes; length; reroutes; additional lots than permitted; pump station alarms; pump cycle
times; no indication of record drawing (as-builts) on plans; no PE seal or note about record drawings
(land surveyor seals are not appropriate). A certification checklist is being developed.
♦ Regardless of review, certifications need to be processed as this closes out the permit. Follow the
processing engineering certifications guidance document.
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