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01� P, ® Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Consulting Engineers 290 S.W. Broad Street • Post Office Box 1737 • Southern Pines, NC 28388 January 29, 1999 .n Qo -ri r-t m CD Mr. Mike Templeton NC Department of Environmental Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Post Office Box 29535 0 Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 to = RE: Town of Fairmont Robeson County, North County Wastewater Discharge Permit Request HUA FR9605.p Dear Mr. Templeton: As we have discussed, the Town of Fairmont has requested a discharge permit for construction of a new 1.75 mgd wastewater treatment facility to discharge to the Lumber River just south of the intersection of US Hwy 74. Regarding your concerns of the flow allocation, we again state that the Town has been planning this facility as a regional plant since its inception. As such, it is imperative to the planning process to obtain the permit for the full amount at this time. Additionally, funding is being provided in the form of a loan and grant from Rural Development, which will be available only for the amount justified and permitted. Rural Development and NCDENR have been instrumental during the planning process and have both supported the development of this facility as a regional wastewater plant. The NCDENR Lumber River Basinwide Management Plan also designated this as a priority for future wastewater discharges. In discussing some of the proposed regional discharges to the system, the Fair Bluff, Cerro Gordo water allocation cannot be fully documented at this time. However, our office is working diligently with Fair Bluff and Cerro Gordo to develop a funding package for submission to the Economic Development Administration and the North Carolina Rural Center, (Unsewered Communities Program) to provide service to this area. To date, EDA has expressed an interest in funding a portion of tlic prujcct. Earlier this rcek, the Town of Bladenboro contacted Fairmcn t with a request to discharge up to 250,000 gallons per day to the facility. It is these types of opportunities that are already presenting themselves that make it imperative that we establish the initial permitted flow rate at the amount requested. If the Town can provide additional information to assist during your review, or if I may be of further assistance, please contact this office. Sincerely, HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A., Bill Lester, Jr., P.E. Southern Pines, NC • Telephone 910-692-5616 • Fax 910.692-7342 • e-mail: huamain@pinehurst.net Myrtle Beach • Kill Devil Hills • Raleigh i SENT BY: E.a.C.WHITEVILLEX.; 10-30-08 2:34; 010 6421876 _ 919 733 0719; #212 STEVEN V, YCISr leokwwma ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEMORANDUM Tel: Mike Templeton, Division ofWater Quality FR: Steve Y i1columbive. County Economic Development Commission DATE- October :30, 1998 RR Fairmont Wastewater Treatment Facility Project TELEPHONE 9106406608 '1 KLK Ax 910-642-1876 This is to confirm to you that the Columbus County Economic Development Commission will work with Fairrnom and its planned treatment facility to provide needed wastewater service to future industry that is interested in the area. This veatment facility will be very helpful to our economic development program in Fair Bluff and the western end of Columbus County_ We are appreciative of Fairmont's willinpess to work with us and are excited about participating in this worthwhile regional project. If we can provide any additional information, please let me know. Thank you. 1'cn•1 OFFICE Box 456 • WItrsUVII.I.E, NUKrii CARDS IVh 28472 10-24-1998 8:07AM FROM P. 1 Fikobbs, Upchurch Assn j4&.s�P.A.. Consultusg Engineers P.O. Bait 1737 ACSIMILE 2.0 S. W Broad ,V#wI Southern Pines, North Carolina 28387 (910) 692 5616 FAX (910) 692 7342 TO: Mike Templeton FAX NUMREi: (919) 733 - 0719 Division of Water Quality NO. OF PAGES: 2 (including cover) FROM: WI-4 Buie IIIJA PROjpCT # FR9605.P 90US, U00hurch & Associates, P.A. HUA k'jO.E No. # DATE: October 24,1"8 TEM: 8:13 AM RE: Town of Fairmont Revised flow Justification MESSAGE: 1Vifke: Following are the revised Mows that we discussed on Friday. I understood from Pawl Bawls that you needed this information this weekend. I will be hack in my office on Tuesday, Please calf if you leave any questions. dxumeW5 10-24-1998 8:08AM FROM Source Fairmont Town Annexed Areas Shell Building Town School Proctorville Town Boardman Town Fairbluff Post-ir Fax Note 7671 Date AYA pages► i To V 4cE AcC o �`(( From 1mi4r —rr_a� 0- Eft:t l ��U F. � �`i\�,,,n�-��"� Co./DVeptpttt.'�j�l.,&(!F L4 7'NE�W tt Co. ��)..nl:. Phone# Phone�'#�9-11')-133--v`S Fax# 91b—/ Z` Z Fax# —0-H Town of Fairmont Revised Flow Justification 1996 Average Flow Town Ncoozo}Z9 Columbus County Industrial Park SU13TOTA.L Industrial Allowance (100/9 of flow) Allowable Inflow and Infiltration Orrum Proctorvilic Boardman Fair Bluff Projected Flow 243,000 59,400 100,000 19,500 l5X0 32,800 37,920 240,000 250,000 269,727 65,933 100,000 21,667 16,650 36,408 42,09� 272,300 J� 375,000 1,199,776 119,900 2,400 y 0 3,800 7,250 27,800 1,360,926 ✓ 10V n Total Projected Flow for 20 Year Planting Period 1.40 MOD DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY Fayetteville Regional Office June 16, 1998 MEMORANDUM TO : Mike Templeton NPDES Permits Unit FROM : Paul RawlQ, Fayetteville Regional O ce THROUGH : Grady Dobson Fayetteville Regional Offic SUBJECT : Staff Report and Recommendations Proposed Town of Fairmont W WTP Expansion and Relocation NPDES Permit No. NCO021059 Robeson County Find attached the staff report and recommendations for the subject facility. cv r.� It is the opinion of this office that the subject permit should be granted in keeping with basinwide strategy. If you have questions or require further information please advise. Enclosure cc: Technical Support Branch FRO, NPDES Permits, Fairmont t .♦ SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes_x_No If Yes, SOC No. EMC WO 94-11 To: Permits and Engineering Unit Water Quality Section Attention: Mike Templeton June 16, 1998 NPDES STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION County: Robeson Permit No. NC 0 2105 PART I - GENERAL INFORMATION 1. Facility and Address: Town of Fairmont Wastewater Treatment Facility, Proposed Regional Facility Post Office Box 248 Fairmont, N.C. 28340 2. Date of Investigation: January 7, 1998 3. Report Prepared by: Paul E. Rawls 4. Persons Contacted and Telephone Number: Ben Hill, Town Manager 5. Directions to Site: The site for the proposed facility is located adjacent to US Hwy 74 at the Robeson and Columbus County line. Traveling East from the City of Lumberton on US Hwy 74 turn right onto SR 2312 (prior to the Lumber River). Proceed to the end of SR 2312 to entrance of the proposed facility. 6. Discharge Point For Proposed Regional Facility: Latitude: 340 35 ' 52 " Longitude: 78 ° 58 USGS map extract indicating treatment facility site and discharge point attached. U.S.G.S. Quad No. J 2 U.S.G.S. Quad Name _ Evergreen, N.C. 7. Site size for proposed facility consistent with application? _X* Yes No If No, explain: * Town has purchased 10 acres for the proposed facility. 8. Topography: The 10 acre site is approx. 500 yards from the Lumber River. Per information received from the project engineer the entire site as well as the access road is above the 100 year flood plain. 9. Location of nearest dwelling: None within 500 feet. SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes_x_No If Yes, SOC No. EMC WO 94-11 10. Receiving stream: The Lumber River a. Classification: C-Swamp Waters b. River Basin and Subbasin No.: 030754 C. Describe receiving stream features and pertinent downstream uses: Boating, canoeing, fishing, wildlife propagation. PART II -DESCRIPTION OF "PROPOSED" DISCHARGE AND TREATMENT WORKS 1. a. Volume of Wastewater to be permitted: 1.75 MGD(Ultimate Design Capacity) b. What is the current permitted capacity of the Waste Water Treatment facility? Current facility is rated at 0.50 MGD Proposed facility will be located at a different location and will be permitted at 1.75 MGD. C. Actual treatment capacity of the current facility? 0.50 MGD, Proposed 1.75 MGD d. Date(s) and construction activities allowed by previous Authorization to Construct issued in the previous two years: Not Applicable e. Description of existing or substantially constructed wastewater treatment facilities: Not Applicable to this application. f. Please provide a description of proposed wastewater treatment facilities: The proposed treatment works will consist of a mechanical bar screen, aerated grit chamber, influent pump station, premix basin, dual path aeration basin, secondary and tertiary clarifiers, chlorination and dechlorination unit, post aeration and effluent pump station discharging directly to the Lumber River. The facility will also have sludge (residuals) digester and sludge thickening facilities. g. Possible toxic impacts to surface waters: None reported or expected. h. Pretreatment Program (POTWs only): Not Applicable 2. Residuals handling and utilization/disposal scheme: Not detailed in the application. This item should be address at the time of ATC. 3. Treatment plant classification, "PRELIMINARY" rating sheet attached): * Class 3 *This preliminary rating was developed using the application information. Points may be altered by actual final design of facility. THIS RATING IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. 4. SIC Code(s): 01 SOC PRIORITY PROJECT: Yes x No If Yes, SOC No. EMC WO 94-11 Wastewater Code(s). Primary _12_Secondary --__ Main Treatment Unit Code: JL 12 0 0 3 PART III - OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION Is this facility being constructed with Construction Grant Funds or are any public monies involved? YES : Clean Water Management Trust Fund, municipal bonds and Farmers Home Rural Development 2. Special monitoring or limitations requests: In keeping with basin wide strategy. 3. Important SOC dates: SOC currently being revised Date Submission of Plans and Specifications July 1, 1998 Begin Construction November 1, 1998 Complete Construction February 1, 2000 4. Alternative Analysis Evaluation: The facility has been issued a FONSI as part of the application process. The region concurs that a regional wastewater treatment facility is justified. 5. Other Special Items: PART IV - EVALUATION AND RECOMMENDATIONS This proposed facility is noted to be the Town of Fairmont Regional Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Town has committed to serving the surrounding area and has formally stated to the Robeson County Board of Education that waste from the Omlm school will be accepted upon completion. It is the r�cQmmeMation of this office to issue the requested permit in keeping with basin wide strate �''\\ K r N M6A \ Date 6/16/98 Signature of report prep�arre/r Date 6/16/98 Water Q lity Regional uper-visor Sol, V► it Caw,p l •� \ I � r4 •,A bend o ra �l J 06 r m a,+,n` �_ _r �.,,� �1+�,b"� krrd \ :► rid�A a u + rfJ 0`. •r' : ,' �wr � Ci ` `.rd __ `�f � ���_ sip "Z�` ��`,� 4 `V�_ o�• . 1e o bi `� °�sC1 , J �S Spa At pn� ,1• ` L/ �, / s Ut -,AID IPA !,q¢ �' kN11f v 'r��hr o ,r , ?Q CL S�Q �s�An1° E .� •�.�'� ' i� �._,u.Pv... !�j , d � 0 1 �k� SSv� ¢'r'. ♦S\�• ��� ` \ S+\�t� � ~°o -^— ,1 � � � . Q o � •�•� �0 P G+ �� X,rAlund Y> ft n� _ • _ • l ti-w,,,P, u ti �.. \ 1101r /� •``' �c• � � J and _i. el > •\ ifs ^� �1�Q° t��,� �� 1\ Jacob A ter. m artrsna r sr board J � � �r°'�i'r • .01 ` Ira rr� I 1110 04 1 ` ,1010, SM floo In 1 Ice. CANjL' 030751 s o s to _ is 20 A,+tul . Nike 0 ORIGINAL DIVISION OFWATER QUALITY July 1, 1997 TQ Miniature Subbasin Files SUBJECT: Outline For System On Miniature Subbasin Files The subbasin map displays estimated points of discharge, plotted according to the attached facility listing. Please note that on the list of dischargers, the column -D appears, which means "ceased discharging." If a facility has ceased operation (for whatever reason: actually ceased, application withdrawn, application returned, permit rescission, permit denied, permit revoked, permit not necessary, etc.), a X is shown in the column to indicate yes. However in some instances, an NPDES permit may have transferred to a Stormwater Permit. When this occurs, a SM is shown in this same column to indicate Stormwater Permit. It is no longer maintained on our databases, and additional information must be obtained from the Stormwater and General Permits Unit. For each of these cases, the estimated location of the discharge will continue to remain on the subbasin map. Special Note. There may be discharge locations with the same given map number. Since the plotting of these dischargers is on such a small scale map, space is very limited. When there is more than one discharger within a close proximity of the latitude / longitude reading; and the discharge location on the topographical map is within the same general location (whether each facility discharger is on the same receiving stream or not); then, the same map number will be used to represent each of the dischargers. This will reserve space, allowing the' maps to be viewed in a more legible, attractive format. The facility list consists of all existing, permitted and proposed. permitted dischargers. In instances where a facility is existing, unpermitted, the facility will not be included on the list until the facility has been permitted. If and when the facility is ever permitted, then it- will be included in the respective miniature subbasin master file. At no time will proposed, unQermitted facilities be included in this file. At the present, there is -no -factor . on the facility list . - showing the distinction between the existing. and proposed permitted discharge. This system is comprised of vital information for the Water Quality Section of DWQ in determining all point source discharge locations within the State of North Carolina. The facility listings at the present; however, are limited only to the enclosed information. In the future, the facility listings will be updated to include all, vital information concerning each facility through a computerized, digital system. Until then, this format will be the only resource available for point source discharge locations within the state. Attachments SUBBASIN: 30751 2/6/97 Man Facility Receiving Stream NPDES # County 1 NCDOC / McCain Hospital UT Mountain Creek NC0035904 (Hoke) 2 Campbell Soup Company Lumber River NCG500205 (Robeson) 3 JP. Stevens Company / Wagram Complex Lumber River NC0005762 - 001 (Scotland) 3 J.P. Stevens Company / Wagram Complex Lumber River NC0005762 - 003 (Scotland) 4 Laurmburg Maxton Airport Commission Lumber River NC0044725 (Robeson) 5 Oxendine Elementary School Jordan Swamp NC0033910 (Robeson) 6 Robeson County WTP Lumber River NC0048577 (Robeson) 7 Fina Oil and Chemical Company UT Saddletree Swamp NCO094107 (Robeson) 8 Deep Branch Elementary School Lumber River NC0034070 (Robeson) 9 Pembroke WWTP Lumber River NCO027103 (Robeson) 10 Acme Electric Corporation Jacob Swamp NC0030686 (Robeson) 10 Smita, Inc / Travel Lodge Motel Jacob Swamp NC0039725 (Robeson) 11 Ahrmac Knit Fabrics, Inc Lumber River NC0004618 - 001 (Robeson) 11 Alpha Cellulose Corporation Lumber River NCO005321 (Robeson) 11 Lumberton W WTP Lumber River NC0024571 (Robeson) Design Flow Latitude Longitude CD MGD Mao Ouad 0.200 35002'57" 79021'26" G 21 SE 1.5 3404542" 79019'37" H21SE 4.5 / 3405900" 79021'05" 7.0 H 21 SE — 3404956" 79021'06" Y H21SE 1.0 / 34046'05" 79020'00" 4.0 H 21 SE 0.003 34048'25" 7901540" Y H 21 SE 0.20 34046'35" 79019'57" H21SE 0.0144 34040'22" 79000'27" Y 122 NE 0.0043 34037'38" 79008'50" 122 NW 0.82 / 3403955" 79012'15" 1.33 122 NW 0.0081 34036'02" 79005'54" Y 0.009 122 SE 0.01 34036'00" 7900549" Y 122 SE 2.5 34036'30" 7900030" 122 SE 1.81 34036'20" 78059'55" 4.0 123 SW 10.0 / 34036'10" 7805945" 20.0 123 SW 12/16/96�' SUBBASIN: 30751 .Q Facility Receiving Stream Design Flow Latitude Longitude LD NPDES # County MGD Mao Quad 12 Alamac Knit Fabrics, Inc UT Jacob Swamp — 34035'10" 79000'10" NCO004618 - 002 (Robeson) 122 SE 12 Cogentrix Eastern Carolina Corporation Lumber River Monitor 34035'08" 79000'05" NC0058301 (Robeson) 122 SE 13 Builders Transport, Inc UT Lumber River 0.0720 3403630" 79005'20" NCG510055 (Robeson) 122 SE 13 Robeson County Wide WTP UT Lumber River 0.01 3403624" 79005'47" NC0084204 (Robeson) 122 SE 14 NCDOC / Robeson County Subsidiary Lumber River 0.025 34037'16" 79004'25" Y NC0027847 (Robeson) 122 SE 15 Pepsi Cola Bottling Company UT Lumber River 0.103 3403641" 79000'08" NCG500243 (Robeson) 122 SE 16 CP&L / Weatherspoon Steam Electric Plant Lumber River — 3403458" 78058'25" NC0005363 - 00 (Robeson) 123 SW 16 CP&L / Weatherspoon Steam Electric Plant Lumber River Variable 34035'10" 7805842" NC0005363 - 002 (Robeson) 123 SW 17 Long Branch Elementary School Long Branch 0.005 34032'05" 78057'30" Y NC0029963 (Robeson) 123 SW 18 Soft Care Apparel, Inc Lumber River 0.009 34035'40" 78058'55" NC0031551 (Robeson) 123 SW 19 Orrum High School Flowers Swamp 0.006 34°2748" 79000'30" NC0034100 (Robeson) 122 NE 20 Fair Bluff WWTP UT Lumber River 0.18/ 34°18'58" 79002'29" NC0020729 (Robeson) 0.23 122 SE 21 International Paper Company, Inc UT Dunn Swamp Variable 34019'23" 78051'36" NC0074691 (Columbus) J 23 SE 22 West Columbus High School UT Porter Swamp 0.015 34019'44" 78055'22" Y NC0043737 (Columbus) J 23 SW 1600 1400 1200 1000 U) N 800 600 cd N rd 41 R1 b� A w o_ w A !— o a4a O Ccd z-5� o� 0 400 S. 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BOX 327 New Hill NC 27526 Mick Greeson (919) 546-4189 NC0020095 ST. PALLS WWTP. TOWN OF P.O. BOX 364 St. Pauls NC 28384 Joe N. Loflin (919) 665-5165 NC0021059 FAIRMONT WWTP. TOWN P. O. BOX 248 Fairmont NC 28340 Jeffrev Lewis (9191 628-9766 NC0024571 LUMBERTON. CITY-WWTP P O BOX 1388 Lumberton NC 28359 A. Rav Griffin. Jr. (9191 671-3859 NC0025577 RED SPRINGS. TOWN-WWTP: S.MAIN 217 SOUTH MAIN ST Red SDrina NC 28377 Leonard Green (9191 843-5849 NC0026921 PARKTON WWTP. TOWN OF PO BOX 55 Parkton NC 28371 Dan C. Webb (9191 843-3259 NC0027103 PEMBROKE. TOWN-WWTP/NCRS 133 PO BOX 866 Pembroke NO 28372 Mcduffie Cumminas (919) 692-5616 NC0027120 MAXTON WWTP. TOWN OF 120 N FLORENCE ST Maxton NC 28364 Paul G. Davis (919) 844-5231 NC0034070 ROBESON CO SCH-DEEP BRANCH PO DRAW 2909 Lumberton NC 28359 Charles Oxendine (910) 738-4841 NC0034100 ROBESON CO SCH-ORRUM HIGH SCH PO DRAW 2909 Lumberton NC 28359 Charles E. Oxendine (910) 738-4841 NC0035530 CROFT METALS INC-LUMBER BRIDGE P. O. DRAWER 90 Lumber Bridge NO 28357 Robert Bvrd (910) 843-3391 NC0040185 MOUNTAIRE FARMS OF NC P.O. BOX 339 Lumber Bridge NC 28357 Don Bull(Nc) (919) 843-5942 NG0048577 ROBESON CO WTP/MAXTON ROUTE 2. BOX 283-A Maxton NC 28364 Mvron E. Neville (919) 844-5611 NC0058301 COGENTRIX-LUMBERTON P.O. BOX 1063 Lumberton NC 28358 Frank Harrison cmarY (910) 738-8742 NC0069612 ROWLAND. TOWN OF P.O.BOX 127 Rowland NC 28383 Mitchell Walker (919) 692-5616 NC0084204 ROBESON. CO-WWTP/LUMBERTON 701 NORTH ELM ST. Lumberton NO 28358 James Martin (910) 844-5611 NC0085413 LENNON OIL COMPANY — P.O. BOX 53557 Favetteville NC 28305 John Lennon (910) 323-3261 NC0085685 ROBESON COUNTY WELL TRT. FAG. 701 NORTH ELM STREET Lumberton tC 28358 Mvron Neville (910) 844-5611 NCG500091 REGAL BELOIT CORP-MAXTON P.O. BOX 128 Maxton NC 28364 Robert F. Baxter (910) 844-5156 NCG500173 CONVERSE. INC. 4019 HWY 72 WEST Lumberton NC 28358 Frank J. Koltoniski (910) 671-4200 NCG500205 CAMPBELL SOUP CO. ROUTE 2.BOX 98 Maxton NC 28364 Dennis Kruoinski (910) 844-5631 NCG500243 PEPSI COLA BOTTLING COMPANY P.O. BOX 1308 Lumberton NC 28359 Andv Jones (919) 738-6266 NCG500291 ROBETEX. INC. P.O. BOX 1225 Lumberton NC 28359 Jim Bunvard (9101 671-8787 NCG510055 BUILDERS TRANSPORT. INC. P.O. BOX 7005 Camden SC 29020 John Ireland (919) 739-0261 �O Aid �csfl-�� -wFd �+�— k—1 jl+ RL T*4k-.f- % Pof fl%O. OA4a S22 NE..1 c— -sw Oc - OL&til C-Sw "44e- - uS&S' S-,?-I-aol PERMIT NOTES Town of Fairmont Fairmont Regional WWTP NCO086550 RECEIVING STREAM: Existing Proposed Pittman Mill Branch Lumber River Lumber River Basin Lumber River Basin 03-07-54 030751 14-3 0-7-4-3 14-(13 ) Class C Sw Class C-Sw CHRONOLOGY AND NOTES 11/19/97 Received permit application, $400 fee, EAA (CW). 11/21/97 Preliminary review, 2.5 hr. Proposal is for construction of new WWTP for flows from Fairmont, Proctorville, Orrum, and Boardman. Fairmont is under SOC, apparently has prepared a preliminary engineering report. 2/3/98 CT FRO, Grady Dobson. LEM 2/5/98 Sent belated ack letter and request for staff rpt. 2/6/98 Connected w/ Paul Rawls, FRO. Discussed history and status of the project. PR doesn't know of any planning problems left open: FONSI, site purchase, rights - of -way, wetlands @ entry road, funding seem to be settled. Regional Office supports the project and wants to see it move forward without undue delays. FRO will prepare staff rpt once they receive the package. 6/18/98 Received staff report. 8/98 Steve Pellei received ATC package for new WWTP. 9/15/98 Steve returned ATC for lack of permit. 10/1/98 Spoke w/ Will Buie re projected flows. He will send justification for flows up to about 1.4 MGD. 1/??/99 CF Vance McGougan of Hobbs & Upchurch. He had met with Bill Lester and Michael Wicker (also H&U) about the flow issue; they concluded the project is too far down the tracks to make such major changes now. Indicated that Rural Development funding would fall through if permitted flow were less than the proposed design value. 1/??/99 Met w/ Paul Rawls and Dave Goodrich to work out our response re flow issue. Issue is that we need some reasonable justification for the flow value: the present calculation is flawed and not approvable. All of us agree we support the regionalization concept at Fairmont, that we support this project, that the Town can build whatever size plant it chooses (so long as it adequately protects WQ). If we have already approved a higher flow (1.4 — 2.0 MGD) in previous EA or other reviews, then we may already be bound to use that flow in this permit. We still need some type of justification, documenting how it was derived. Need to follow up w/ Bill Lester to make sure we understand each other's concerns in the matter. 1 /22/99 CT Bill Lester, H&U, 1000 hrs. Went over the issue of design flow v. permitted flow. BL understood our predicament (has been on the receiving end of the problem himself). He explained what is going on now to negotiate hookups and seek funding for connections with Fair Bluff and Columbus County. The Town and County are actively seeking others to connect and are using the new plant as a marketing tool. There is a good bit of interest and activity but no solid commitments yet for any of these projects. BL confirmed that Rural Development (formerly FHA) would only pay for that portion of the capacity that is justified, that is, in the permit. I indicated we are not out to kill the regional plant but need a new flow justification to replace the one in the Oct 97 EAA. He will summarize this and send us a letter to argue for the higher flow level to be included in the permit. I will resume work on the permit and will consider our next step once we review the letter. 2/11/99 CT Bill Lester, 1015 hrs. Told Bill that we received his Jan 29 letter (by FAX on 2/8, by mail on 2/10) and are going to draft the permit with the 1.75 MGD flow limit. In our opinion, the Town and HUA have still not justified it adequately. But the number has been floated for so long and not questioned (until now) that it has taken on a certain legitimacy, a life of its own. It is not worth the battle for us to press the point at this time. — Because the design flow is so much greater than present actual flows at Fairmont, our main concern is plant performance in the first years of operation. It is essential that the plant design be selected to meet effluent limits — and reliability requirements — at the initial flows as well as at the design flow. ----- BL is optimistic about Fairmont's role as a regional WWTP crystallizing quickly. Fair Bluff/ EDA meeting yesterday and recent conversations with Bladenboro confirm these are both headed toward connecting. Equipment designer has assured him the plant will perform "from Day One." ----- Permit will go to PN in about three weeks, then 30-day comment period, and 1-2 weeks to issue (if no issues arise). BL is meeting with Fairmont today, will pass the information along. 3/15/99 CT Paul Clark re pretreatment: Per Part III boilerplate (#4), no SIU can connect to POTW's collection system until an approved program is in place (see permit boilerplate and regs for exact language). Development and approval processes typically take 1-3 years to complete. Town would have to develop SUO, enforcement response plan, long-term monitoring plan, etc. Can develop a program voluntarily, or just develop SUO and/or other elements in anticipation of industrial connections; can also consider a modified program, which has less stringent requirements (e.g., monitoring), for smaller programs. The Town has an `inactive' program at present, so they may have some elements already in place. It would be in Fairmont's best interests to develop some or all elements of a pretreatment program in the near future, to facilitate hookups for any industries they successfully recruit. Otherwise, the industries' startups could be delayed until the program is approved. We have no specific requirements for monitoring to be done ahead of program development. If the Town has questions about how to proceed, Paul is their contact on pretreatment issues. Page 7 Note for Mike Templeton From: Tom Poe Date: Mon, Feb 16, 1998 4:35 PM Subject: RE: Fairmont To: Mike Templeton Quick check of our existing files shows nothing. I also checked w/ Paul Rawls in FRO, he knows area well, there are currently NO SILT Industrial dischargers in area. So, at this time there is no need for them to develop a pretreatment program or to get the Part III. (B.) Pretreatment Program Implementation Language in their NPDES permit. However, I assume they will get the standard NPDES language i.e. Part III, A. "Requirements for control of pollutants attritable to Industrial Users", specifically Part III, A. (4.) second sentence which says 'Prior to accepting wastewater from any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the permittee shall either develop .... or modify their approved .pretreatment program." Hope this helps ! Thanks for checking with us. From: Mike Templeton on Mon, Feb 16, 1998 15:36 Subject: Fairmont To: Tom Poe Hi, Tom - I need to check on pretreatment issues at the Town of Fairmont The Town has applied to replace its aging WWTP with a new regional facility near Boardman, and to relocate the discharge from Ashpole Swamp to the mainstem Lumber River. The regional plant would pick up flows from Boardman, Orrum, and Proctorville, in addition to Fairmont. My question is: Are there any pretreatment issues here - local programs, S/IUs, etc. - that I should address in the NPDES permit? Thanks for your feedback - Mike T Page 1 From: Date: Subject: To: Note for Mike Templeton Darlene Kucken Mon, Feb 16, 1998 2:53 PM RE: Lumber R/ Fairmont Jason Doll; Jay Sauber; Mike Templeton N cam%' "'� �,•,,''�'" . Hi Mike - Welcome to DWQ! ! I'm not yet focusing my efforts on the LBR basin as I'm still in the middle of the YAD basin plan. I do know what you're referring to and have therefore forwarded your note to Jason Doll (modeling) and Jay Sauber (Intensive Survey Group). Last week I sent a message to Jason asking if a memo of the outcome of the swamp studies had been compiled. I haven't heard back from Jason yet, but he and Jay are the best folks to talk to about this issue. Jason and Jay - I'd still like to meet with you guys after the YAD mtgs are over and get the "skinny" on this before public workshops in April in the LBR. Thanks! From: Mike Templeton on Mon, Feb 16, 1998 2:46 PM Subject: Lumber R/ Fairmont To: Darlene Kucken Hi, Darlene - I'm with the NPDES Unit and have a project in the Lumber basin. I want to check with you on the status of the recommendations in the '94 basin report, before I go too much further on the project. Here's the background. The Town of Fairmont has submitted an Engineering Alternatives Analysis, which proposes to replace its aging W WTP with a regional facility, and to relocate the existing discharge over to the mainstem of the Lumber River. I am reviewing the package and will probably draft the permit mod if this proposal is approved. The '94 basin plan recommended specific control strategies for new and existing discharges into the subbasins, including the two of concern here, 03-07-54 (existing) and -51 (proposed). The plan also recommended that we improve our modeling of D.O. impacts of discharges into swamp waters. Where do things stand right now? Was the modeling study ever completed? Are the recommended control strategies still current? Is there anything else I should know before I respond to the proposal? Let me know if this is too complicated for an e-mail response. I would be glad to sit down with you to go over the issues. (I'm still waiting for a staff report from the regional office, and that may answer some questions, as well.) Thanks. - Mike T x541 PERMIT DATA SHEET NPDES Permit No. Abbr. No. Permittee Contact Salutation Address City State ZIP Facility Name Address City State ZIP NCO086550 Permit Type New (relocated) 303(d) listed (YIN) No 86550 Discharge Status Proposed Town of Fairmont Sic #1 4952 Use Support is, ST, PS, NS) Supporting Mr. Jeffrey Lewis SIC #2 Drainage Area (sq. mi.): 1,228 Mr. Lewis SIC #3 S7010 (cfs): 122 P.O. Box 248 W W Code #1 01 W7Q10 (cfs): 250 Fairmont W W Code #2 3002 (cfs): 304 North Carolina W W Code #3 CA (cfs): 1,300 28340 W W Code #4 IWC (%): 2.2 Fairmont Regional W WTP W W Code #5 Basin Code USGS Sta. No. 02-1345-0000 Major 03 & 02-1345-0000 North Carolina Minor 07 Subminor 51 Location 1 at the southern end of SR 2312, off US Hwy 74 Location 2 adjacent to the Lumber River County Robeson Receiving Stream Lumber River Classification C-Sw River Basin Lumber Subbasin No. 030751 W WTP Status New Design Q 1.75 Regional Office Fayetteville Letter cc #1 Ben Hill, Town Manager Letter cc #2 William R. Buie, Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates Latitude D 34 M 35 S 52 ....... .............. Longitude _. _ ....p, D 78 M 58 S 04 Type Ownership MU Facility Type Major Main Tmt Unit Code 12-0-0-3 (proposed) USGS Quad Map No. J23NW Quad Map Name Evergreen, NC Stream Index No. 14-13(e) Permit Writer Mike Templeton Facility Class 3 (preliminary) Ext. 541 Admin Cutoff: 3/17/99 Signature Block 1 Michael E. Templeton Public Notice Date: 3/24/99 Signature Block 2 NPDES Unit Issue Date: 5/10/99 Signature Block 3 00000 Standard Data Fields, 3/19/99 J � • . �d �0��)� 1A lS � Nval 4" ) Ff�o PQV cv-,�� �-y S State of North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Wayne McDevitt, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director Mr. William R. Buie Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. P.O. Box 1737 Southern Pines, NC 28388 Dear O,ion The Divof Water Quality (Divisi for modiication of NPDES Permit Ni wastewater treatment facility and relo $400 (check #12436) on November February 5, 1998 LT!MAI � E P**J Fi Acknowledgement of Application Permit No. NCO021059 Town of Fairmont Robeson County o received your request on behalf of the Town of Fairmont )CO021059, to allow the Town to construct a regional 2.ate its discharge. We received the Town's application fee of 9, 1997. I have been assigned to this prc je t and have begun my review of the engineering alternatives analysis. The purpose of this let r is to acknowledge, although belatedly, that we have received the request. Please be aware that the Di ision's regional office must also provide recommendations from the Regional Supervisor prior o final action by the Division. I am, by copy of this letter, requesting that the, regional office pr are a staff report on this project. We will notify you of any comments or questions or any addidonal information necessary for the application review. If you have any questons, call me at (919)733-5083, extension 541. Sincerely, Michael E. Templeton NPDES Unit cc: Mr. Ben Hill, Town of Fairmont Fayetteville Regional Office / Water Quality Section P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone (919) 733-5083 FAX (919) 733-0719 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled / 10% post -consumer paper Page 1 Note for Mike Templeton From: Michelle Suverkrubbe Dace: Tue, Feb 17, 1998 9:39 AM Subject: RE: Fairmont EA ??? To: Mike Templeton Cc: Lisa Martin Mike - I have been told not to send the EA's to Permitting or to Central Files since they take up so much room. What I do send to either Dave (for discharge) or Kim (for non-dishcarge) projects is a copy of my letter to the town official and consultant with the FONSIs (Findings of No Significant Impact) indicating that the EA process is complete and they can proceed with their permit application. This is only done on projects where WQ section is the lead. Thelma supposedly is keeping all these letters in a file down there. She is also keeping a data base with all the FONSI's listed for you folks to know when something is approved. I have full project files by County if you ever need to see if something has gone through us. For projects that originate through Construction Grants (to get SRF monies), CG&L (Jay Lucas is the contact) would be the lead agency - therefore they (CG&L) have the project files and the final FONSIs (not me). I only have WQ section's comments on CG&L projects (as they are provided through DENR review) but not the full file or the FONSIs. The other potential twist to this process happens when the lead agency for the EA is not DWQ at all (not CG&L or us), but a federal agency like Dept of Agriculture (Rural Dev. Grant) or some other federal agency that is leading the EA process due to a federal permit or federal monies. Then the EA is processed through the NEPA process (a federal process) instead of the SEPA (state) process. We then see the documents through the Clearinghouse process. SEPA stands for the NC (State) Environmental Policy Act while NEPA stands for the National Environmental Policy Act. This is what happened on the Fairmont project you are referencing. In that case the federal agency developed the EA and the FONSI for Fairmont's discharge project and DWQ then reviewed it as a commenting (but not lead) agency. USDA controlled the EA process. Several folks from modeling and permitting (Carla Sanderson and Susan Wilson) commented on the project. DWQ and DENR gave the go-ahead on Fairmont's draft EA and FONSI (where USDA was the lead) back in January 1997 (through Clearinghouse review). I don't have a final FONSI to give you, since USDA controls the issuance of that final document and they don't normally send us such documents. The applicant, however, should have received this FONSI from USDA and should be required by DWQ to attach it to their application for an NPDES permit so that we have something for your files (NPDES and Central files). Otherwise it appears as if we acted on the permit without them having gotten an EA/FONSI. Hope that clarifies the process. You can borrow my file on this if it helps. Michelle From: Mike Templeton on Mon, Feb 16, 1998 3:12 PM Subject: Fairmont EA ??? To: Michelle Suverkrubbe Hi, Michelle - Page 2 Can you tell me if the Town of Fairmont completed an EA for a new regional WWTP, within the last couple of years? I have a permit application for the facility and no EA in the Central Files to look at. Thanks. (By the way, I brought in that engineering rule, in case you find yourself looking for one again.) NPDES FACILITY AND PERMIT DATA 11/20/97 14:38:21 UPDATE OPTION TRXID SNU KEY NCO021059 PERSONAL DATA FACILITY APPLYING FOR PERMIT REGION FACILITY NAME> FAIRMONT WWTP, TOWN COUNTY> ROBESON 06 ADDRESS: MAILING (REQUIRED) LOCATION (REQUIRED) STREET: P. 0. BOX 248 STREET: BROWN STREET CITY: FAIRMONT ST NC ZIP 28340 CITY: FAIRMONT ST NC ZIP 28340 TELEPHONE 919 628 9766 DATE FEE PAID: 05/16/94 RNOUNT: 250.00 STATE CONTACT> LUCAS PERSON IN CHARGE JEFFREY LEWIS 1=PROPOSED,2=EXIST,3=CLOSED 2 1=MAJOR,2=MINOR 2 i=MUN,2=NON-NUN 1 LAT. 3,129339 LONG 0790616® N=NEWIM=MODIFICATION,R=REISSUE> R' DATE APP RCVD 06/27/94 WASTELOAD REQS 06/01/94 DATE 'STAFF REP REQS 05/31/94 WASTELOAD RCVD 08/31/94 DATE STAFF REP RCVD 06/24/94 SCH TO ISSUE 11/21/91 DATE TO P NOTICE 10/06/94 DATE DRAFT PREPARED 09/01/91 DATE OT AG CON REQS / / DATE DENIED DATE OT AG CON RCVD / / DATE RETURNED DATE TO EPA / / DATE ISSUED 12/06/94 ASSIGN/CHANGE PERMIT DATE FROM EPA / / EXPIRATION DATE 12/31/99 FEE CODE Y 3 ) 1=()IOMGD),2=(>lMGD),3=(>0.1MGD),9=(<O.1MGD),5=SF,6=(GP25;64,79). 7=(GP49,73)8=CGP76)9=CGP13,34,30,52)0=(NOFEE) DIS/C 01 CONBILL C ) COMMENTS: EFFECTIVE 1/l/95 MESSAGE: - ENTER DATA FOR UPDATE /vCod z/oyl 00/Z y 3V/ AN7 TOWN OF FAIRMONT -� C/o Oa P.O. Box 248, FAIRMONT, N.C. 28340, PHONE (910) 628-9766 FAX (91 O) 628-9584 November 18, 1997 Mr. Charles H. Weaver, Jr. NCDENR/DWQ/NPDES Unit Post Office Box 29535 Raleigh, NC 27626 RE: Town of Fairmont NPDES Permit Application Dear Mr. Weaver: In response to your letter dated November 17, 1997, please find enclosed the Town's application fee of $400.00 for our NPDES Permit Application. Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. is coordinating the application process for the Town. Any questions or additional information that you need should be directed to their office. Do not hesitate to contact the Town Hall if you have further questions. Sincerely, TOWN OF FAIRMONT. Ben Hill Town Manager BH/cb Enclosure '111111111-1ilb POINT SOUfiCr DRANCH Mill Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Consulting Engineers 290 S.W. Broad Street • Post Office Box 1737 • Southern Pines, NO 28388 October 28, 1997 Mr. David Goodrich NC Department of Environment And Natural Resources Division of Water Quality P.O. Box 29535 Raleigh, NC 27626-0535 Re: Town of Fairmont Robeson County, North Carolina NPDES Permit No. NC002105/'q HUA No. FR9605.P Dear Mr. Goodrich: Please find enclosed three (3) copies of the Town's application to increase their discharge for the above referenced system. Also enclosed are three (3) copies of the Engineering Alternatives Analysis for the project. As recommended in the report, the chosen alternative for this project is to construct a new regional wastewater treatment facility that will serve not only the Town of Fairmont, but also the Towns of Proctorville, Orrum and Boardman. The current discharge location is to Pittman's Mill Branch which is considered a zero flow stream. All costs provided within the report are based upon recent bid information in this area and/or the Means Construction Index. Where applicable, vender quotes were solicited and provided within the report. All unit costs provided within the cost estimates are for installed cost. In reference to the requirement for preparing a soil report for the Engineering Alternatives Analysis, we chose the best case scenario during our comparisons. Since the best case did not yield the most cost feasible solution, we did not pursue the additional cost for obtaining the services of a soil scientist. Additionally, the information noted, with regards to the soil types in the area, were obtained from the Robeson County Soil & Water Conservation Office. Southern Pines, NO Telephone 910-692-5616 Fax 910-692-7342 Myrtle Beach, SC Telephone 803-626-1910 Fax 803-626-1745 Nags Head, NO Telephone 919-441-3913 Fax 919-441.2100 Mr. David Goodrich October 28, 1997 Page 2 If additional questions or concerns should arise during your review, or if we may be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact this office. Sincerely, HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A. L)jt 01) 15uz; William R. Buie, P.E. WRB/eJJ Enclosures From: Self <NIEW515> To: melba_mcgee@mail.ehnr.state.nc.us Subject: Re[2]: Fairmont Date: Wed, 18 Jun 1997 16:21:41 Carla Sanderson (Modeler) looked into the map on the moved discharge location (I left copies of this map on your chair this afternoon). She said that the location looks OK. We will therefore NOT need to do any additional analysis and the limits will remain the same. So--- guess we can retract our last memo (which asked for an amended EA). Hope that completes this project! Date: Tue, 17 Jun 1997 14:33:45 -0400 From: melba_mcgee@mail.ebnr.state.nc.us (Melba McGee) Subject: Re[2]: Fairmont To: <michelle@dem.ehnr.state.nc.us> I have talked with Parks about the discharge. When you get the map that shows where the latest discharge point will be please let me have a copy. I would like to send it to Parks and probably Wildlife. I will alert the SCH that I am holding up our response until we have a chance to review the map. If you happen to talk to Michael you might want to tell him that the department will not respond until the map has been reviewed. If you haven't seen the map by the first of next week you may want to give him another call. Thanks, keep me posted. Reply Separator Subject: Re: Fairmont Author. <michelle@dem.ehnr.state.nc.us> at Internet Date: 6/17/97 1:58 PM Finally got in touch with Michael Wicker this am. We will only change our previous comments (asking for an amended EA) if our modeling folks have a chance to review the moved discharge location (on a map) and they feel that this move will have no effect on downstream dischargers. Until Mike sends me a map (haven't seen anything yet) we are staying with our last memo. Will let you know more when I see something. Michelle Page 1 Note for Michelle Suverkrubbe From: Carla Sanderson Date: Wed, Jun 18,1997 4:03 PM Subject: Fairmont To: Michelle Suverkrubbe Michelle - the location looks OK. We will not need to do any additional analysis and the limits will remain the same. Thanks for the chance to review. State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director June 11, 1997 TO: Melba McGee FROM: Michelle Suverkrubbe THROUGH: Alan Clark RE: Comments on DWQ #11160 Fairmont EA/FONSI Response to DWQ's FONSI Comments Fairmont, Robeson County �EHNR FILE COPY The Division has reviewed the letter from USDA/ Rural Development, which responds to comments made by our Division on the EA prepared for the proposed Town of Fairmont WWTP expansion EA. Prior to receiving this USDA letter, our Division had been contacted by Mr. Michael Wicker of Hobbs Upchurch and Associates (the engineers for this project) regarding the Town's proposal to again amend the location of the proposed discharge location from what was finally included in the latest EA reviewed by our agency. After reviewing the USDA responses to our original comments and in reference to the recent communications with the project engineers, the Division has the additional comments regarding the project: The EA/ FONSI should be amended and recirculated through the State Clearinghouse to include the final location for discharge into the receiving stream. An amended instream analysis needs to be provided that includes an evaluation of the water quality at the location of discharge and possible interaction with surrounding discharges. This is necessary to determine appropriate limits for the discharge. I can be reached at 919-733-5083, ext. 567 if the applicant has any questions. m1sA11160 Fairmont EA P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone 919-733-5083 FAX 919-715-5637 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper 6-17-1997 2:21PM FRCM F I Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. CONSULTING ENCxWEERS P.O. 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BoardmanCo %1 0 s �. .. _ ` /• • .- �•..i :- ,.. r_ -t _�� _ � —• � •v" ; � �� fr Bear Bay It oft 40 1511 ^,� w. •-v 13 do- llu rr r ♦ I/ .,'. • ... � /,� � • 'may.. �r = '- 1••� - � Y .�- t • � • " • ♦ ,• � `� -- __ 1 Date: Tue, 17 Jun 1997 14:33:45 -04M From. melbajmcgee@mail.ehnr.state.nc.us (Melba McGee) Subject: Re[2]: Fairmont To: anichelle@dem.ehnr.state.nc.us> I have talked with Parks about the discharge. When you get the map that shows where the latest discharge point will be please let me have a copy. I would like to send it to Parks and probably Wildlife. I will alert the SCH that I am holding up our response until we have a chance to review the map. If you happen to talk to Michael you might want to tell him that the department will not respond until the map has been reviewed. If you haven't seen the map by the first of next week you may want to give him another call. Thanks, keep me posted. Reply Separator Subject: Re: Fairmont Author. vnichelle@dem.ehnr.state.nc.us> at Internet Date: 6117/97 1:58 PM Finally got in touch with Michael Wicker this am. We will only change our previous comments (asking for an amended EA) if our modeling folks have a chance to review the moved discharge location (on a map) and they feel that this move will have no effect on downstream dischargers. Until Mike sends me a map (haven't seen anything yet) we are staying with our last memo. Will let you know more when I see something. Michelle Page 1 Note for Michelle Suverkrubbe From: Carla Sanderson Date: Wed, Jun 4,199711:37 AM Subject: Fairmont EA Addendum To: Michelle Suverkrubbe Michelle - Basically what we need to include in a response to the Town -- The EA needs to include the location for discharge into the receiving stream. As part of the instrea n analysis, a review of the water quality at the location of discharge and possible interaction with surrounding discharges needs to be evaluated in order to determine appropriate limits. Does this sound OK? Please let me know if this may be misunderstood in any way. Thanks. Q May 6, 1997 UNITED STATES RURAL DEPARTMENT OF DEVELOPMENT AGRICULTURE North Carolina Department of Administration State Clearinghouse Attn: Chrys Baggett 116 W. Jones Street Raleigh, NC 27611 11 I6 0 6-1 e -,' yi 325 East Fourth Street Lumberton, NC 28358 (910) 739-8194 (910)739-5832 Fax Teo '79gJ ��aH�yF oFe? F Re: SAI NO 96E00000456 Town of Fairmont Comments in response to Finding of No Significant Impact Dear Ms. Baggett: Rural Development completed an environmental assessment on the above project. A copy of the environmental assessment was mailed to you on January 5, 1996, along with a copy of the FONSI. As a result of the review of the FONSI, additional comments were submitted to Rural Development. We have carefully reviewed the comments. Please find our response enclosed. We hope that the responding agencies will find their comments/concerns have been adequately addressed. We certainly appreciate your assistance and cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions, please call me. You can reach me at (910) 815-4717 or (910) 739-8194. Correspondence relating to this project should be submitted to my attention: USDA, Rural Development, Alton Lennon Federal Building, 2 Princess Street, Room 339, Wilminaton. NC 28401. Sincerely, R Poi E Rural Development Manager ures c:\jrp\cpcAl 997\05\fairchfu.doc Rural Development is an Equal Opportunity Lender Complaints of discrimination should he sent to: Secretary of Apiculture, Washinpon. D.C. 20250 f TOWN OF FAIRMONT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT (ADDENDUM #2) The purpose of this addendum is to address the comments that were generated by the State Clearinghouse with regard to the original Environmental Assessment. Each comment will be addressed separately. 1. Division of Environmental Management - Technical Support Branch In response to the assumption made, the proposed discharge is 1.75 MGD. Additionally, a detailed alternatives analysis will be submitted with the NPDES Discharge Permit application. Finally, the proposed design will allow for the expansion and addition of tertiary filters if necessary. Additionally, the treatment plant will utilize two clarifiers that can operate in parallel or in series. By operating the clarifiers in series, the effluent discharged will be able to meet or exceed tertiary limits. 2. NC Wildlife Resources Commission As indicated in the previous addendum, the new location of the wastewater treatment plant and routing of the force main will provide for fewer impacts to the surroundings. The proposed force main will be installed primarily in existing corridors as detailed above. The proposed wastewater treatment plant will be constructed with a dechlorination system that will reduce the chlorine levels below those listed in the speculative limits. As indicated above, even though the speculative limits do not indicate that the wastewater must be treated to a tertiary level, the proposed clarifier configuration will allow the proposed plant to produce effluent that will meet tertiary limits. 3. NC Division of Parks and Recreation As indicated earlier, a dechlorination system will be utilized for the proposed wastewater treatment plant, and the clarifier configuration will allow for the treatment of wastewater to tertiary limits. 4. NC Division of Environmental Health All water system improvements will be submitted to the Division for approval prior to award of contracts. 5. NC Division of Forest Resources Approximately 3.5 acres of woodlands will be impacted. This is a worst case scenario estimate. As requested, the larger trees will be salvaged for pulpwood and sawtimber. 6. NCDEHNR - Fayetteville Regional Office An NPDES permit application will be submitted prior to the submission of plans and specifications for the proposed improvements. Any open burning will comply with all local and state regulation. A sedimentation and erosion control plan wi11 be filed and approved prior to bidding the project. 401 water quality certifications will be requested for any wetlands impacted. No wells are proposed for abandonment. The regional office will be notified if any underground storage tanks are found during the course of the project. Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Rdsource. ❑ Project located in 7th floor library Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs Review Form , b� Project Project Number. County: Date: Date Response Due (firm deadline): This project is being reviewed as indicated below: ..Regional Office/Phone Regional Office Area to -House Review ❑ Asheville ❑ All RIO Areas ❑ Soil and Water ❑ Marine Fisheries gAir ❑ Coastal Management ❑ Water Planning Fayetteville Water ❑ Water Resources *nvironmental Health ❑ Mooresville Groundwater ildlife ❑ Solid Waste Management ❑ Raleigh Land Quality Engineer Forest Resources ❑ Radiation Protection ❑ ❑ Recreational Consultant ❑ Land Resources ❑ David Foster Washington ElCoastal Management Consultant Parks and Recreation ❑ Other (specify) ❑ Wilmington ❑ Others nvironmental Management ❑ Winston-Salem PWS Monica Swihart Manager Sign-Off/Region: Date: In -House ReviewerlAgen Response (check all applicable) 4 Regional Office response to be compiled and completed by Regional Manager. In -House Reviewer complete individual response. ❑ No objection to project as proposed ❑ Not recommended for further development for reasons stated in attached comments (authority(ies) cited) ❑ No.Comment ❑ Applicant has been contacted ❑ Insufficient information to complete review ❑ Applicant has not been contacted ❑ Project Controversial (comments attached) ❑ Consistency Statement needed (comments attached) ❑ Consistency Statement not needed ❑ Full EIS must be required under the provisions of NEPA and SEPA ❑ Other (specify and attach co ments) t �,wh% A fe I WQkoraa& Vie, ablull. ❑ Approve ❑ Permit(s) needed (permit files have been checked) ❑ Recommended for further development with recommendations for strengthening (comments attached) • ❑ Recommended for further development if specific & substantive changes incorporated by funding agency (comments attachedlauthority(ies) cited) RETURN TO: Melba McGee PS.104 nter o60 Le-rital Affairs Offic of Legislative nd l . g DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT January 31, 1996 Memorandum To: Monica Swihart �V,7 --� pp), Through: Don S ' Ruth S wanel . ---, - Dave Goodrich From: Susan A. Wilson`/ Carla Sanderson Subject: Fairmont WWTP Expansion, NCO021059 Environmental Assessment Robeson County The Technical Support Branch (TSB) has reviewed the Environmental Assessment for the Town of Fairmont WWTP expansion to 1.75 MGD. Please note that one portion of the document states that the expansion will be up to 2.0 MGD ( Exhibit I, p. 4), while the document dated December 18, 1995 states that the expansion will be up to 1.75 MGD. Technical Support assumes that the design flow upon expansion will be 1.75 MGD. TSB's previous comments were based on the alternate sites that the Town had chosen due to conflicts with NC Department of Parks and Recreation's plans for a park site. The current site chosen was not one of the alternate sites that TSB reviewed in the preliminary engineering report. Therefore, TSB offers the following comments: Please be aware that in formal application for an NPDES permit modification, an engineering alternatives analysis will have to be submitted. As part of this analysis, more detail will have to be provided with regard to spray irrigation (land application) of the wastewater. Loading rates and soil analysis should be provided, along with a detailed cost analysis, as outlined in the Division's Guidance for Evaluation of Wastewater Alternatives. (This above statement was included in the previous comments on the Town's Engineering Report and will have to be addressed with the application for permit modification, since this was not thoroughly addressed in the Environmental Assessment). The effluent limits for this proposed facility reflect best professional judgement for a discharge into swamp waters. Due to the uncertainty of the impacts, the possibility of future upgrades for this facility should be considered. Discharges to swamp waters are currently not evaluated through a modeling analysis, therefore the impacts to the Lumber River at the proposed location have not been predicted. This area of the river is slow moving and TSB currenity has no instream data available to determine the existing conditions. Instream data collection will be part of the NPDES permit. cc: Fayetteville Regional Office Central Files NCIJRC,HCP,FRLLS LAKE TEL:919-528-9839 Feb 08'96 9:20 N0.001 R.02 '"JI t/ '1 _North_Caroiina Wil&ife Resources Commission 391 512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina27604A188, 919-733--3 Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director MEMORANDUM E TO: Melba McGee Intergovernmental Affairs Office of Legislative k Interg rnme FROM: Bennett Wynne" O' - Habitat Conservation program DATE: February 6, 1996 SVBJECT: wastewaterttreatment al mplant, Town rofeFairmont, Robeson County; North Carolina. Project 4 96- 0456. The Wildlife Resources Commission has sareviewed the subject EA. Our comments are provided provisions owith f the Fish and Wildlife CoordinationAct cthe C(48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 V.S.C. 661 et. aeq.1.ina Water Act of 1977 (asamended) ded) and theetNorth Carol amended; 1 Environmental Policy NCAC-251• The Town of Fairmont 's wastewater treatment system has had difficulty meeting toxicity test requirements since 1993 and is currently operating under a Special Order of Consent. Discharge to pittman Mill ntributedatomtoxicityall afailuresm with Q101n of only 0.001 CFstoxicity shortcomings, undersize and addition to toxicity deteriorated pipes have caused problems with infiltration and inflow. The Town's treatconsument planteandcdistributiont a new 1.75 MG wastewater treatment p system with discharge to the Lumber RBasednonrthe aproject's constructed as a regional facility. Preliminary Engineering Report, the plant would be but constructed so that tertiary filtration could be added, The Lumber tertiary treatment is not initially proposed. is the River is designated a Natural and Scenic River, 'c-4CWP.C,HCP,FALLS LAKE TEL:919-528-9839 Feb 08'96 9:20 No.001 P.03 central feature of Lumber River State pave, and necis concern" classified C Sw in the project area. F1 p North fish species occur in the Lumber and silverside5(L�abidesthes Carolina's first record of the bra ect area. sicculus) was collected from the river in thess finest The Lumber River also provides some the St redbreast sunfish angling. our wildlife enforcement officers reported redbreast weighing 2 lb. being caught downstream of Boardman in 1995. The Town has changed the wastewater treatmer ent plant Wt to site from an area on SR 2245 along eu�to Lumber an area accessed by SR 2244 to reduceimpactsr provided River state park. We support this relocation, wetlands are avoided. As proposed, potential adverse impacts to fish and wildlife resources include osss River wetland habitat to pipeline construction and scharggeectTo water quality decline due to added wastewater di minimize these impacts, we recommend the following p modifications: 1. Locate new pipelineconstruction along existing road right-of-ways to minimize impacts to wetlans. ucted y necessary stream crossings should be constr perpendicular to the stream to minimize the amount of work required within the riparian corridor. 2. provide tertiary treatment and dechlorinization for wastewater discharged into the Lumber River at project start up. The Lumber River's status as a Natural e to Scenic River, its outstanding re.creon nai�tatevaand its boaters and anglers offQerareispecies warrant this importance as habitat for y not at level of water quality protection immediate) some point in the future. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project. if you need to discuss these comments22-9736. additional assistance, please call me at (919) 5 CC: William Wescott, Coastal HabCon Coordinator s:\boatfish\habcon\coast\d4 (niaafai2.doc) N DIVISION OF PARKS AND RECREATION February 7, 1996 Memorandum TO: Melba McGee FROM: Stephen Hall SUBJECT: FONSI/EA --Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements, Town of Fairmont, Robeson County REFERENCE: 96-0456 The Division's original concerns about the placement of the proposed wastewater plant have been resolved and we strongly approve of this action to bring wastewater discharges from the Town of Fairmont into compliance with state environmental regulations. However, since this project will create a new discharge into Lumber River State Park, we will continue to have concerns about possible impacts to the aquatic habitat as well as to* recreational uses of this segment of the Lumber River until we are satisfied that the effluent will meet the highest standards currently available. In this regard, we would like to see a commitment to incorporate certain features be into the design of this facility. We completely endorse either the use of a dechlorination process if chlorination continues to be used, or the substitution of another method of disinfection, such as ultraviolet light treatment. Chlorine and the compounds formed as chlorine interacts with organic material have been well established to be quite toxic to aquatic organisms. The discharge of these substances is therefore inconsistent with the goals of maintaining the Lumber River as either a state park or a state river. We would also support the inclusion of other methods that would improve habitat quality within the river. These include tertiary treatment methods and the use of an oxidation ditch or an equivalent process for the removal of nutrients. _ State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources • Division of Forest Resources 1/ James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor �e Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary H 1V � Stanford M. Adams, Director Griffiths Oldorest 0Westr 2411 Old US 70 West Clayton, North Carolina 27520 January 22, 1996 MEMORANDUM TO: Melba McGee, Office of Legislative Affairs FROM: Don H. Robbins, Staff Forester vl jx SUBJECT: EA and Preliminary Biological Assessment for the Town of Fairmont W WTP and Other Improvements in Robeson County PROJECT # 96-0456 and 96-0066 DUE DATE: 2-2-96 We have reviewed the above subject combined documents for this project and have the following comments: 1. The Biological EA indicates the following concerning woodland - a. "Some trees will need to be removed along the shore of the Lumber River in order to construct the outfall." These trees range from 8 to 18 inches DBH. b. 'Initial construction activities should have minimal impact upon forest resources." c. "The force main will be located in an existing road ROW and the wastewater treatment plant site will be built in a soybean field." 2. The EA document indicates the following - a. "c. All vegetation cleared will be hauled to the county landfill or otherwise properly disposed of." b. "7. Forests. The currently proposed W WTP sites are not forested. The proposed force mains will run along highway rights -of -way from the Fairmont area to the Lumber River area. Should the DOT site be chosen, the effluent force main discharging to the river will traverse a small area of forest adjacent to the river. It is anticipated that these impacts will be minimal." 3. Reading between the lines, it appears that woodland and forestry will W be significantly impacted. The woodland and trees present are adequately described in the document. However, we still would like the following added - a. Number of acres of woodland to be impacted, even if less than 10 acres. b. If practical, attempts should be made to salvage the larger trees that have to be cut for pulpwood and sawtimber. If AU possible, then a statement to this effect. 4. We got the impression that the document does not completely address concerns expressed by N. C. Division of Parks and Recreation concerning their Lumber River State Park facility especially in regards to odor and the proposed discharge line. 5. We have no further comments at this time. pc: Mike Thompson, Warren Boyeue - CO File P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone 919-733-2162 FAX 919-733-0138 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50%recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper ran pm pm Fan WASTEWATER TREATMENT &DISPOSAL ENGINEERING ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS FOR THE TOWN OF FAIRMONT ROBESON COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA rml run r O r C PREPARED BY HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES P.A. fm 290 S.W. BROAD STREET SOUTHERN PINES, NORTH CAROLINA FM OCTOBER,1997 t*I WASTEWATER TREATMENT & DISPOSAL ENGINEERING ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS TOWN OF FAIRMONT TABLE OF CONTENTS I. Introduction fm II. Alternatives Considered MR III. Analysis of Alternatives IV. Cost Comparisons V. Flow Justification VI. Recommendations and Conclusions �+ Attachments A. NPDES Permit - Town of Fairmont B. Speculative Limits C. NPDES Permit Application D. Supporting Information - Land Application of Wastewater E. Supporting Information - New Wastewater Treatment Plant Page 1 2 3 6 7 8 I F" M" rim M" P" 0" MR I. INTRODUCTION: The Town of Fairmont is located in Robeson County in southeastern North Carolina. The area is primarily agricultural in nature. There are several tobacco markets located in Town, and the commerce is brisk when the markets are operating. However, the Town has begun to focus on industrial and economic development to counter losses in the farming industry. Fairmont currently owns and operates a 500,000 gallon capacity wastewater treatment facility that discharges to Pittman Mill Branch. The plant is a "Walker Process" style plant being concentric circular concrete basins with a clarifier in the interior basin and the outer basin split into an aeration basin and digester. The plant is operated under NPDES Permit No.N00021059. Pittman Mill Branch is considered a low flow receiving stream that affects the discharge limits. The Town currently is required to perform toxicity testing at a concentration of 92%. When the Town began testing for toxicity in 1994, they would pass and fail various tests with no consistency. Through various toxicity evaluations performed by Burlington Research, no clear source has been identified; however, ammonia has been suspected as the major contributor. Because the existing treatment plant does not provide adequate treatment, influent ammonia cannot be reduced to the necessary levels. In 1994 the Town agreed to go under an SOC (Special Order by Consent) as a result of their toxicity violations. A Preliminary Engineering Report was prepared in 1995 to provide the Town with various options for the resolution of their wastewater discharge violations. This Engineering Alternatives Analysis is an extension of the earlier Preliminary Engineering Report. Town of Fairmont Page 1 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A., Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers Alternatives Analysis II. ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED: As mandated, all environmentally feasible alternatives for wastewater treatment and disposal must be analyzed. Following are the alternatives considered by the Town of Fairmont: A. Pump Wastewater to the City of Lumberton. B. Land Application of Wastewater. C. Upgrade of Current Wastewater Treatment Plant and Discharge. D. Construct a New Wastewater Treatment Plant with Discharge to the Lumber River. Each alternative will be studied with respect to capital construction costs, annual operation and maintenance costs and incorporated into present worth cost analysis. A summary of the preliminary design, design calculations and cost estimates will be provided for each alternative. Town of Fairmont Page 2 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers Alternatives Analysis MR III. ANALYSIS OF ALTERNATIVES: The various alternatives for wastewater treatment and disposal will be analyzed for a determination of the most environmentally and economically feasible solution to the �+ Town's wastewater treatment needs. The "do nothing" alternative has been excluded as this would violate the terms of the Town's SOC. Following is an evaluation of each of the above listed alternatives: A. Pump Wastewater to Lumberton In considering a regional alternative for the Town's discharge, pumping their wastewater to the closest system was considered. The closest system to Fairmont is the City of Lumberton. Several conversations between the two municipalities have taken place; however, no agreements were reached. Due to various concerns and lack of flow capacity, Lumberton ,.., decided that they could not allow Fairmont to discharge to their system. A copy of their letter to the Town that indicates their decision has been included in the appendix of this report. B. Land Application of Wastewater Land application of wastewater in cropped fields following storage in a facultative or anaerobic lagoon is an environmentally feasible option. The relatively high water table and available soils in the area are a concern. However, there is land available relatively close to the existing wastewater treatment plant. The USGS topographical map and soil survey of Robeson County were used to determine the predominant soils of the area. These soils are from the Wagram and Norfolk series and have a moderate permeability of 2.0 - 6.0 in/hr. For purposes of this analysis, the best case permeability of the soils will be used to evaluate cost feasibility. Should this option prove to r•�, be economically feasible, a soil survey will be conducted to determine the actual soil permeability. However, if this option proves not to be cost feasible, the soil survey will not be conducted. Application of wastewater is typically limited to days when rainfall is less than 0.5 inches. Based on local weather data, storage of 60 days should be required. Typically 30 days of minimum storage are required to provide for preliminary treatment. The Cooperative Extension Service and State Review Group typically recommend maximum application rates of 1" per week; however, an application rate of 1.5" per week was selected to evaluate the economics of this alternative. MR Town of Fairmont Page 3 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers MR Alternatives Analysis The preliminary design data and preliminary cost estimates have been included in the attachments of this report. The estimated land required for spray fields and buffers is 540 acres. The estimated cost of this option is $7,840,500.00 including land and professional services. C. Expansion of Existing Discharge As stated earlier, the Town of Fairmont currently owns and operates a 0.50 MGD wastewater treatment plant that discharges to Pittman's Mill Branch. Pittman's Mill Branch is a tributary of Old Field Swamp located in the Ashpole Swamp subbasin of the Lumber River. The 7Q 10 flow of this stream is zero making this a "no flow" stream. There are several concerns about the existing plant that affect this option. There is no duality in the current system. The existing plant has only one clarifier, one aeration basin, etc. Additionally, during heavy flows, the detention time in the aeration basin is not sufficient to provide adequate treatment. If the Town was allowed to expand their discharge to Pittman's Mill Branch, the limits would likely be lowered to 5 mg/l BODS and 2.0 mg/1 NH3N. An entirely new wastewater treatment plant would have to be constructed to meet these discharge limits. Additionally, the Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan outlines the Division of Water Quality's policy for the expansion of discharges into zero flow streams: "It is DEM's (currently DWQ) policy not to allow new or expanded discharges into "no flow" streams having a 7Q10 or 30Q2 equal to zero. In addition, existing facilities on such streams will be targeted for removal unless it is determined that there are no reasonable alternatives." Further, the Basinwide Management Plan lists both Old Field Swamp and Ashpole Swamp as impaired waters. Low dissolved oxygen valves have been recorded in these streams. Additional discharge to these waters may further affect water quality. Based on these environmental concerns, this alternative does not appear to be feasible. The Town has serious concerns regarding the construction and financing of a new wastewater treatment plant that would discharge to Town of Fairmont Page 4 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers Alternatives Analysis n r r Fmq FM RM F" W4 rEn psi a "zero flow" stream. Therefore, this alternative will be eliminated from consideration due to environmental concerns. D. New Wastewater Treatment_ Plant With Lumber River Discharge The remaining alternative for consideration is the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant with a discharge to the Lumber River. The Town has requested speculative limits for a discharge to the Lumber River near the U.S. Hwy. 74 crossing. Below is a summary of the limits. A copy of the letter has been included in the attachments of this report. BODS (mg/1) 15.0 NH3N (mg/1) 4.0 Dissolved Oxygen (mg/1) 5.0 TSS (mg/1) 30.0 Fecal Coliform (#/100 ml) 200 pH (SU) 6-9 Total Phosphorus (mg/1) monitor Total Nitrogen (mg/1) monitor Total Residual Chlorine (ug/1) 28 The Town has been working with the local property owners and the NC Division of Parks & Recreation to locate a site near the river that can co -exist with the proposed Lumber River Park Headquarters. A site acceptable to all parties has been located off U.S. Hwy. 74. A proposed layout has been included in the attachments. The proposed plant will consist of the following components: Mechanical Bar Screen Aerated Grit Chamber Aeration Basin (with diffused air) Dual Clarifiers Chlorination and Dechlorination Facilities Influent and Effluent Flow Measurement Influent and Effluent Pump Station Associated Piping The estimated cost of the project is $5,217,640.00 with an annual operation and maintenance budget of $270,420.00. Town of Fairmont Page 5 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers am Alternatives Analysis IV. COST COMPARISON: Based on our review of the alternatives, there are only two (2) options that should be considered from a cost standpoint. Pumping to the City of Lumberton was eliminated due to their unwillingness to accept Fairmont's wastewater. Upgrading the existing plant and discharge was eliminated due to environmental considerations. This leaves the alternatives of Land Application and constructing a New Wastewater Treatment Facility. The total capital cost and annual operation and maintenance cost of each is summarized in the table below. The present work of each is shown as calculated with an interest rate of 8.5% over 20 years. m�. Y sv'7! '... Capital C©s ` rn "` 9 ®&M 0r0 eFp :—sasLL"..:s..,�Iriw:�.+iu.3:'. .i:.: Land Application $71,8401500.00 $2035,420.00 $927675,558.69 New WWTP $5,217,640.00 $270,420.00 $73,77%409.79 Construction of new wastewater treatment facility with a discharge to the Lumber River is the most cost feasible alternative based on the present worth analysis. Town of Fairmont Page 6 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers Alternatives Analysis r V. FLOW JUSTIFICATION: The projected flow for the proposed Fairmont regional wastewater treatment plant has been based on Fairmont's projected service area and commitments to new users. A breakdown of the projected flows has been included in this report in the following table: Town of Fairmont - Projected Flows r■*� Source 1996 2016 Average Peak Aver Peak Fairmont Town 243,000 638,000 269,727 708,172 Annexed Areas 59,400 148,500 65,933 164,833 Shell Building 100,000 100,000 Orrum Town 19,500 48,800 21,667 54,167 School 15,000 37,500 16,650 41,625 Proctorville Town 32,800 82,000 36,408 91,019 Boardman Town 37,920 94,800 42,091 105,227 SUBTOTAL 1,265,043 Industrial Allowance (10% of existing peak flow) 114,960 �+ Allowable Inflow and Infiltration Orrum (24 in miles of pipe x 100 gpd) 22400 6,000 Proctorville (38 in miles of pipe x 100 gpd) 3,800 9,500 Boardman (29 in miles of pipe x 100 gpd) 2,900 7,250 SUBTOTAL 22,750 TOTAL PROJECTED FLOW 1,402,753 ram The average flows as listed in the table for the Town of Fairmont are based on the 1996 flow data. The average flows for the other communities are based on the household too' usage. The peak flows are based on a 2.5 peaking factor. An unspecified industrial allocation of 10% of the existing peak'flow has been added to the flow projections. Additionally, 100,000 gpd has been allocated for the Town's industrial shell building that is currently not occupied. This allocation is based on ,., industrial prospects that have projected flow usage. Finally, an increase in the amount of inflow and infiltration has been included in these flow projections. These inflow and infiltration projections are based on the age of the systems. The total projected flow for the 20 year period is estimated to be 1.40 MGD. Based on current state regulations that require facilities to begin planning for expansions once they reach 80% of the capacity of the facility, design flows must be based on this 80% rule. Therefore, the recommended design flow of the proposed Fairmont treatment plant is 1.75 MGD. Town of Fairmont Page 7 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers Alternatives Analysis VI. RECOMMENDATIONS AND CONCLUSIONS: Based on our review of the alternatives available for wastewater treatment and disposal, we recommend that the Town pursue construction of a new wastewater treatment facility that will discharge to the Lumber River. This is the most cost feasible solution that is also environmentally feasible. Implementation of this alternative will allow the Town to abandon their existing wastewater discharge, will allow the Orrum Middle School to abandon their discharge and will allow the Towns of Proctorville and Orrum to begin their sewer systems. I Town of Fairmont Page 8 Hobbs, Upchurch & Associates, P.A. Wastewater Treatment & Disposal Consulting Engineers Alternatives Analysis ATTACHMENTS fal PER I I fout 7 pro NPDES PERMIT TOWN OF FAIRMONT Permit No. NCO021059 R•, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM P" In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.19 mn other lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, Rol Town of Fairmont is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at Fairmont Wastewater Treatment Plant Brown Street Fairmont Robeson County to receiving waters designated as Pitman Mill Branch in the Lumber River Basin in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in ' Parts L U, and III hereof. This permit shall become effective January 1, 1995 This permit and the authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on December 31, 1999 .. Signed this day December 6, 1994 I" MR r, Original Signed By David A. Goodrich A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director Division of Environmental Management By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission P" Permit No. NCO021059 SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET Town of Fairmont . IIII I is hereby authorized to: 1. Continue to operate an existing 0.50 MGD wastewater treatment facility consisting of a manual bar screen, submersible grit pump, solids cyclone and decanter. influent wetwell and pumps. aeration tank with fine bubble diffusers, aerobic digestor tank, clarifier tank. effluent chlorination and basin, flow meter, cascade post aeration, residual drying beds, and backup generator located at Fairmont Wastewater Treatment Plant. Brown Street. Fairmont, Robeson County (See Part III of this Permit), and 2. Discharge from said treatment works at the location specified on the attached map into Pitman Mill Branch which is classified Class C-Swamp waters in the Lumber River Basin. I i i 1-°.u. �., I T,, .`)\. . r" p( .I • I :I r ^� 1. .,xuu C.' �1 I � 1 ro�, ,l.. �� II � '' 'w� '- 1' / 11 �'RA (Ii�/I��', _ ' • f DISCHARGE POINT .; \) , i. HIP �.•'-gy r. <) '•4•� �� i `".• J j II ..V / �.�f}�/•F �� 't!; (�'>, .1� it Gem ' JI , �.�J 1 l 1 t•��Ay . ♦ r ';our -TW ?•' 1 ' �`• f(°• I i 1..r rti �r a1n.» i15) I . At MIS • 1 ( °' I I • �' '*� '� - +'tom .,, v.� f \)/ yoA, �• - t('- �'— C.m 2r3a' 1 Q .._ _ .. o 1 t i ,. � •• I 1 A)) Town of Fairmont WWTP 6 Dlscharye Point NPDES Permit No. NC0021059 '`f / A. L.i-I-LUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FINAL Permit No. NCO021059 During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall serial number 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below: Flow BOD, 5 day, 20 °C" NH3 as N Dissolved Oxygen"' Total Suspended Residue" Fecal Coliform (geometric mean) Total Residual Chlorine Total Nitrogen (NO2+NO3+TKN) Total Phosphorus Temperature, °C Conductivity Chronic Toxicity Discharge Limitatlons MQnitorina Maas rgment _Requirements sample *SamS1e_ Mon. Ava: Weekly Ave . Daily Max Freauency TYRO Location 0.50 MGD Continuous Recording I or E 30.0 mg/l 45.0 mg/I Weekly Composite E,I 2/Month Composite E Weekly Grab E,U,D 30.0 mg/I 45.0 mg/1 Weekly Composite E,I 200/100 ml 400/100 ml Weekly Grab E,U,D 2/Week Grab E Quarterly Composite E Quarterly Composite E Weekly Grab E,U,D Weekly Grab U,D Quarterly Composite E *Sample location: E-Effluent, I -Influent, U - Upstream at Morro Street Bridge (Pittman Mill Branch), D-Downstream at Hwy 130 By-pass West (Old Field Swamp) Upstream and Downstream monitoring shall be grab samples. **The monthly average effluent 130135 and Total Suspended Residue concentrations shall not exceed 15% of the respective influent values (85% removal). ***The daily average dissolved oxygen effluent concentration shall not be less than 6.0 mgll. Chronic Toxicity (Ceriodaphnia) P/F at 90%, February, May, August, and November; See Part II1, Condition E. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units and shall be monitored weekly at the effluent by grab sample. There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts. —A A ---A -73 —71 ---A _7] "__ __A ] —7 `-1 -1 --1 7 _-7 --I MR Part III Permit No. NC002 1059 r" E. CHRONIC TOXICITY PASS/FAIL PERMIT LIMIT (QRTRLY) The effluent discharge shall at no time exhibit chronic toxicity using test procedures outlined in: 1.) The North Carolina Ceriodaphnia chronic effluent bioassay procedure (North Carolina Chronic Bioassay Procedure - Revised *September 1989) or subsequent versions. The effluent concentration at which there may be no observable inhibition of reproduction or significant mortality is 90% (defined as treatment two in the North Carolina procedure document). The permit holder shall perform quarterly monitoring using this procedure to establish compliance with the permit condition. The first test will be performed after thirty days from the effective date of this permit during the months of February, May, August, and November. Effluent sampling for this testing shall be performed at the NPDES permitted final effluent discharge below all treatment processes. All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit condition will be entered on the Effluent ran Discharge Monitoring Form (MR-1) for the month in which it was performed. using the parameter code TGP3B. Additionally, DEM Form AT-1 (original) is to be sent to the following address: �+ Attention: Environmental Sciences Branch North Carolina Division of Environmental Management 4401 Reedy Creek Road Raleigh, N.C. 27607 Test data shall be complete and accurate and include all supporting chemical/physical measurements performed in association with the toxicity tests, as well as all dose/response data. Total residual chlorine of the effluent toxicity sample must be measured and reported if chlorine is employed for disinfection of the waste stream. Should any single quarterly monitoring indicate a failure to meet specified limits, then monthly monitoring will begin immediately until such time that a single test is passed. Upon passing, this monthly test requirement will revert to quarterly in the months specified above. Should any test data from this monitoring requirement or tests performed by the North Carolina r o Division of Environmental Management indicate potential impacts to the receiving stream, this permit may be re -opened and modified to include alternate monitoring requirements or limits. ,.., NOTE: Failure to achieve test conditions as specified in the cited document. such as minimum control organism survival and appropriate environmental controls, shall constitute an invalid test and will require immediate retesting(within 30 days of initial monitoring event). Failure to submit suitable test results will constitute noncompliance with monitoring requirements. F" MR PM SPECULATIVE LMTS N State of North Carolina Department of Environment, _ Health and Natural Resources Division of Environmental Management James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor .. Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director ApH120, 1995 Ms. Helen Lockley, Manager Town of Fairmont Post Office Box 248 Fairmont, North Carolina 28340 Subject: Town of Fairmont Waste Water Treatment Plant N00021059 Subbasin: 03-07-54 Robeson County Dear Ms. Lockley: I am writing in response to your letter requesting speculative limits for a proposed relocation and expansion of the Town of Fairmont's wastewater treatment plant. The wastewater discharge from this facility currently flows into the Pitman Mill Branch which is located in the Ashpole Swamp �. watershed. The proposed relocation is to the Lumber River mainstem at Highway 74 near the Boardman gage. As part of the preparation for the Lumber River Management Plan, the USGS developed a low flow profile for the Lumber River which includes flow statistics at the Boardman gage. The following represents those determinations: Drainage Area: 1,228 miles2 .. summer 7010: 122 cfs winter 7010: 250 cfs 0 average: 1,300 cfs 3002: 304 cfs The recommendations made in this letter reflect management strategies for the Lumber River Basin. The Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan describes the swamp -like conditions which exist throughout most of the watershed. A good example is the Lumber River mainstem downstream from Lumberton where DO concentrations approach 3 mg/I. This is considerably lower than the rest of the river's mainstem and is well below the state standard of 5 mg/I. It is difficult to determine to what extent these low DO concentrations are natural or should ,., be attributed to point source discharges of oxygen -demanding wastes located just upstream. At this time, DEM, (Division of Environmental Management) does not have an adequate tool to evaluate these swamp systems. To address the uncertainty surrounding the water quality in the Lumber River and the lack of a modeling tool, a permitting strategy was developed. Therefore, recommendations for all new dischargers to the Lumber River watershed will receive advanced secondary limits unless facilities are relocated to an area where more stringent limits are already in place. W P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Telephone 919-733-7015 FAX 919-733-2496 50% recycled/ 10 % post -consumer paper ISM Town of Fairmont WVT= NCO021059 I" The tentative limits for the Fairmont WWTP expansion from from 0.500 mgd to 2.0 mgd at Highway 74 near the Boardman gage on the Lumber River are as follows: Flow (mgd): 2.0 BOD5 (mg/l): 15.0 NH3-N (mA: 4.0 Dissolved Oxygen (mg/1): 5.0 Total Suspended Solids (mg/1): 30 Fecal Coliform (#/100ml): 200 pH (SU): 6-9 Total Phosphorus (mg/1): monitor Total Nitrogen (mg/l): monitor �., Total Residual Chlorine (µg/l): 28 Quarterly Chronic'periodaphnia) Toxic ► T est at 2.E °i ; February, May, August, and November IBM Please be advised that response to this request does not guarantee that the Division will issue an NPDES permit to discharge treated wastewater into these receiving waters. It should be noted that a new facility involving an expenditure of public funds or use of public (state) lands and having 12M a design capacity of 0.5 MGD or greater (or a facility proposing an expansion of 0.5 MGD or greater), or exceeding one-third of the 7Q10 of the receiving stream will require the preparation of an environmental assessment (EA) by the applicant. DEM will not accept a permit application for a project requiring an EA until the document has been approved by the Department of PM Environment, Health and Natural Resources and a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) has been sent to the state Clearinghouse for review and comment. The EA should contain a clear justification for the proposed facility and an analysis of potential alternatives which should include a thorough evaluation of non -discharge alternatives. In addition, an EA should show how water reuse, conservation and inflowfinfiltration reductions have been considered. Nondischarge alternatives, such as spray irrigation, water conservation, inflow and infiltration reduction or connection to a regional treatment and disposal system, are considered to be environmentally preferable to a surface water discharge. In accordance with the North Carolina General Statutes, the practicable waste treatment and disposal alterative with the least adverse impact on the environment is required to be implemented. If the EA demonstrates �., that the project may result in a significant adverse affact on the quality of the environment, an Environmental Impact Statement would be required. Monica Swihart of the Water Quality Planning Branch can provide further information regarding the requirements of the N.C. Environmental Policy Act. Please note that Inflow and infiltration is still a concern for the existing facility. Contact with our Regional Office indicates that ongoing efforts to remedy these problems are taking place. Toxic specific limits have not been reviewed in this speculative analysis. The Technical Support Branch would recommend coordination between your staff and our Pretreatment Staff to determine possible toxicants involved in this proposed discharge. Our current information indicates that no Significant Industrial Users, (SIU's) are currently tied into your plant. A complete evaluation of limits and monitoring requirements for metals and other toxicants will need to be addressed at the time of a formal NPDES application. r� Under current Division of Environmental Management (DEM) procedure, dechlorination and chlorine limits are recommended for all new or expanding dischargers proposing the use of chlorine for disinfection. An acceptable level of residual chlorine in the proposed discharge is 28 µg/I for protection against acute toxicity. The process of chlorination / dechlorination or ultra violet radiation may allow the facility to comply with the total residual chlorine limit. rM Town of FaimmnVW1 TP NCO021059 Again, please note that these limits are speculative and are for planning purposes only. The final NPDES effluent limitations will be determined after a formal permit application has been submitted ,�, to the Division of Environmental Management. If there are any additional questions conce submitted this matter, please feel free to contact Farrell Keough, (ext. 510) or me, (ext. 519) at 919 733 - 5083. ( ) Imn Sincerely, onald SLL Assistant Water Quality Section cc: Dave Goodrich, NPDES Permits Group Paul Rawls, Fayetteville Regional Office Central Files �n ran r� P, rq i n 7 7 NPDES PERMIT APPLICATION N ran 00irell CAROLINA DEPT. OF NATURAL RESOURCES AAD CON4.0NITY DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION FOR NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM FOR AGENCY USE APPLICATION FOR PERMIT TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER STANDARD FORM A -- MUNICIPAL SECTION L APPLICANT AND FACILITY DESCRIPTION Unless otherwise specified on this form all items are to be completed. If an item is not applicable Indicate'NA.' pool ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELECTED ITEMS APPEAR IN SEPARATE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET AS INDICATED. REFER TO BOOKLET BEFORE FILLING OUT THESE ITEMS. fort MM fmn awl fml Ia1 in" 1. Legal Name of Applicant (see Instructions) Please Print or Type tat=� Town of Fairmont 2. Mailing Address of Applicant (see Instructions) 421 S. Main Street Number & Street 102a City 102b Fairmont State A62c North Carolina Zip Code loza 28340 3. Applicant's Authorized Agent ..... (see Instructions) Jeffrey G. Lewis Name and Title .103C • Mayor 421 S. Main Street Number & Street 1;03p City Fairmont State ''"`°�' 0.34 North Carolina Zip Code t$ :�i`:03a:> 28340 � w.- 910 628-9766 Telephone 103t. �• Area Number 4. Previous Application J Code It a previous application for a per- mlt under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System has been made. give the date of application. 104 YR MO DAY 1 certify that 1 am familiar with the Information contained In this application and that to the best of my knowledge and belief such information Is true, complete, and accurate_ Jeffrey G. Lewis Mayor i0e Printed Name of Person Signing Title -2021 Y R MO DAY Signal r f Appt nt o uthorized Agent Date Application Signed 1�;o Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(b)(2) provides that: Any person who knowingly make —iy false statement representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan zr other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the M" Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with _= knowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be zoerated or maintained under Article' 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management ORcommission implementing that Article, shall be guilty or a misdemeanor punishable by a fine -•Dt to exceed $10,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. action 1001 provides a punishment by a fine or not more than $10,000 or imprisonment not =,ire than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.) FOR AGENCY USE S. Facility (see instructions) Give the name, ownership, and physi- cal location of the plant or other operating facility where discharge(s) Currently Proposed presently occur(s) or will occur. Name Town of Fairmont WWTP Town of Fairmont Regional WWTP Brown Street Near US 74 @ Lumber River Fairmont, Robeson Co. Robeson County Ownership (Public, Private or Both Public and Private). tl 0 PUB 0 PRV (3 OPP Check block If a Federal facility ".to 0 FED and give GSA Inventory Control Number Location. 421 S. Main Street ri Number & Street .3 City Fairmont Countytact Robeson North Carolina State 6. Discharge to Another Municipal XX. fit Fa4llity (see instructions) a. Indicate it part of your discharge kidii 0 Yes 0 No is Into a municipal waste trans- port system under another re- sponsible organization. If yes. complete the rest of this Item. and continue with Item 7. It nor go directly to Item 7. b. Responsible Organization Receiving Discharge Name 4065, N/A Number & Street A, City A"A State Zip Co -de N/A c- Facility.Which Receives DischargeZ Give the name of the facility P" (waste treatment plant) which re, v=. . "I calves and Is ultimately respon- sible for treatment of the discharge from your facility. d. Average Daily Flow to Facility N/Amgd (mgd) Give your average daily flow Into the receiving facility. Facility Disctsarges, Number and Discharge Volume (sea Instructions) Specify the number of discharges described In this application and the volume of water discharged or lost to each of the categories below. 71 Estimate average volume per day In million gallons per day. Do not In- clude Intermittent or noncontinuous overflows. bypasses or seasonal dis- rim I charges from lagoons, holding i Ponds. etc- rom f�l Pam! fun To: Surface water Surface Impoundment with no Effluent Underground Percolation Well (injection) Other Total Item 7 If 'other' is specified, describe If any of the discharges from this 107a2 107b1 107o1 10411? 1 P.x[1;. �07gt: , Number of Total Volume Discharged. Discharge Points Million Gallons Per Day 1 ( 10742 0.50 I 107b2 107C2 x1Q7.42. a',t17,i2r FOR AGENCY USE fool facility are intermittent, such as from {:v overflow or bypass points. or are `•evC'v: seasonal or periodic from lagoons, holding ponds. etc., complete Item 8. Moll 8. Intermittent Discharges a. Facility bypass points N/A Indicate the number of bypass 108'sf;' points for the facility that are discharge points.(see instructions) }•<;;` fun i b. Facility Overflow Points {,:} NSA Indicate the number of overflow 108tr> points to a surface water for the ;%� facility (see Instructions). c. Seasonal or Periodic Discharge`' ... :� � `1g�a;�; NSA Points indicate the number of . points where seasonal discharges '": occur from holding ponds.?< lagoons etc. ti s�•:q 9. Collection System Type Indicate the type and length (In 'Ar��9;;s�"< miles) of the collection system usedz3 by this facility. (see instructions) .iY46 �S�+nni} lRof Separate Storm -, A, ❑SST fm! Separate Sanitary SAN Combined Sanitary and Storm ❑ CSS Both Separate Sanitary a na f�l Combined Sewer Systems "`': ❑ BSC Both Separate Storm anc ;:;.; Combined Sewer Systems ❑SSG 21.38 Length ;w:. miles 10. Municipalities or Areas Served Actual Population (see Instructions) Name Served i!a}a Town of Fairmontit�vb: 2572 11iii>=;> Town of Proctorville 172 .. Town of Orrum - 110 Town of Boardman »_ 211 �► i Gala t 1 fib Total Population Served ',:c 30b5 FOR AGENCY USE 1 1. Average Daily Industrial Flow 1 Total estimated average daily waste III _ mgd flow from all industrial sources. Note: All major Industries (as defined to Section IV) discharging to the municipal system must be listed in Section IV. 12. Permits. Licenses and Applications List all existing. pending or denied permits. licenses and applications related to discharges from this facllity.(see Instructions) 2. 3. Issuing Agency For Agency Use Type of Permit Number Date Filed Date Issued Date Denied Expiration Date • or LicenseID R/MO/DA Y R/MO/DA Y R/MO/DA Y R/MO/OA - 44 NC DWQ #) KY4 NPDES INCO021059 — .95/1/1 N/A 99/12/31 13. Maps and Drawings Attach all required maps and drawings to the back of this application. (see Instructions) 14. Additional Information . t 1:' '"}• Item 's Number information 7 The existing WWTP and discharge location will be abandoned as part of .t a USDA --Rural Development Project. The new plant will be constructed near the Lumber River off U.S. Hwy. 74. The new discharge will be to the Lumber River. 1-4 1-4 Pill r f#°I STANDARD FORM A --MUNICIPAL FOR AGENCY USE 1� SECTION H. BASIC DISCHARGE DESCRIPTION Complete this section (or each present or proposed discharge Indicated in Section 1. Items 7 and 8. that is to surface waters. This includes discharges to other municipal sewerage systems In which the waste water does not go through a treatment works prior to being discharged to surface waters. Discharges to wells must be described where there are also discharges to surface waters from this facility. Separate descriptions of each discharge are required even if several discharges originate in the same facility. All values for an existing discharge should be representative of the twelve previous months of operation. II this is a proposed discharge. values should reflect best engineering estimates. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELECTED ITEMS APPEAR IN SEPARATE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET AS INDICATED. REFER TO 1" BOOKLET BEFORE FILLING OUT THESE ITEMS. 1. Discharge Serial No. and Name 001 a. Discharge Serial No. 2012 (see instructions) b. Discharge Name 201b .Pittman Mill Branch Give name of discharge. if any - (see Instructions) c. Previous Discharge Serial No Tate 001 If a previous NPDES permit. application was made (or this dis- charge (Item 4. Section 1) provide previous discharge serial number. 2. Discharge Operating Dates a. Discharge to Begin Date 202a If the discharge has never YR MO occurred but is planned for some future date, give the date the discharge will begin. .71 t ! 99 10 b. Discharge to End Date I1 the dis- 202b charge is scheduled to be discon- YR MO tinued within the next 5 years. give the date (within best estimate) the discharge will end. Give rea- son for discontinuing this discharge in Item 17. ) ._r 3. Discharge Location Name the political boundaries within which the point of discharge is located: f" North Carolina State 2Rsa Robeson County (if applicable) City or TownQ,. ' Fairmont 4. DischargePoint Description �-,�•.• (see instructions) Discharge is into (check one) Stream (includes ditches. arroyos. -:2•-cis STR and other watercourses) = " Estuary}£` ❑ EST Lake ❑ LKE Ocean •j ❑ OCE Well (Injection) ❑ WEL Other ❑ OTH P4 • It 'other' is checked. specify type 204b S. Discharge Point — Lat/long. State the precise location of the point of discharge to the nearest second. (see instructions) ' 29 29 Latituoe 203 •34 DEG. MIN. SEC 79 6 21 INN Longitude aaffq DEG. MIN. SEC • II -I Agency Use 24"d n >f 4 ? - This section contains 8 pages. G. Discharge Receiving Water Name Name the waterway at the point of discharge.(see Instructions) 1 204; If the discharge Is through an out,; 204.0 fall that extends beyond the shoreline FOR AGENCY USE H I I n For Agency Use 303e r or Is below the mean low water line. complete item 7. h 7. Offshore Discharge a. Discharge Distance from Shore 2071i N/A feet b. Discharge Depth Below Water Surface feet DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER 001 For Agency Use s1H hTc �l4�itort '. �tib • If discharge is from a bypass or an overflow as applicable, and continue with Item 11. point or is a seasonal discharge from a lagoon. holding pond, etc.. complete Items 8. 9 or 10, 11. Bypass Discharge (see Instructions) a. Bypass Occurrence Check when bypass occurs Wet weather '14.46i1 ❑ Yes (R No Dry weather 20I12 Y.r O Yes [x No b. Bypass Frequency Give the ' actual or approximate number Of bypass Incidents per year. Wet Weather NIA times per year ,. Dry weather f N/A times per year C. Bypass Duration Give the average bypass duration In hours. > ..,.. j Wet weather g^a>'• N/A hours Dry weather Alas _hours d. Bypass Volume Give the average volume per b YPass Incident,In thousand gallons.' N/A , Wet weather thousand If ga ons per incident Dry weather ;ifloct�' . NIA thousand gallons per Incident , e. Bypass Reasons Give reasons r ie9�l� why bypass occurs. N/A Proceed to Item 11. 9. Overflow Oischarge (see instructions) a. Overfi ow Occurrence Check When overflow occur. Wet weather Dry weather b. Overflow Frequency Glve the actual or approximate incidents per y "r. Wet weather Dry weather ❑ Yes (3 No ❑ Yes (X No N/A times per year N/A times per year II-2 MEL—.0 DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER MOW 001 rspq C. Overflow Ouration Give the average overflow duration In hours. N/A weat weather 209c1 —hours ICI N/A Dry weather t:z__ —Hours d. Overflow -Volume Give the average volume per overflow pmq Incident In thousand gallons. N/A Wet weather thousand gallons per Incident N/A Dry weather d.* thousand gallons per Incident Proceed to Item 11 10. SeasonaVPcri odic Discharges Mq a. Seasonal/Periodic Discharge Frequency If discharge Is Inter- N/A times from holding per year mittent a pond. lagoon. etc.. give the actual or approximate number of times this discharge occurs per year. b. Seasonal/Periodic Discharge N/A Volume Give the average thousand gallons per discharge occurrence volume per discharge occurrence In thousand gallons. f. c.- Seasonal/Periodic Discharge N/A Duration Give the average dura- —days tion of each discharge occurrence In days. rMal d. Seasonal/Periodic Discharge Occurrence —Months Check the OJAN []FEB OMAR months during the year when the discharge normally occurs. OAPR OMAY OJUN OJUL OAUG OSEP 0 OCT (:) NOV 0 DEC a. Discharge Treatment Oescription Describe waste abatement prac- tices used on this discharge with In" a brief narrative. (See Instruc- tiolis) Im MEZ-al IrOR AQKNCY USK I eatment consists of an influent trash basket, aerated grit chamber, influent pump station, single walker process style unit (including aeration basin, clarifier & digester) chlorine contact chamber & post aeration. 1111-1 b. Discharge Treatment Codes Using the codes listed in Table 1 of the Instruction Booklet. describe the waste abatement Processes applied to this dis. charge In the order in which they occur. if possible. Separate all codes with commas except where slashes are used to designate parallel operations. If thls discharge Is from a municipal waste treatment plant (not an overflow or bypass). complete Items 12 and 13 12. Plant Design and Operation Manuals Check which of the following are currently available a. Engineering Design Report b. Operation and Maintenance Manual 13. Plant Design Data (see instructions) a. Plant Design Flow (Mgd) b. Plant Design BOO Removal (%) e Plant Design N Removal (%) d. Plant Design P Removal (%) e. Plant Design SS Removal (%) t. Plant Began Operation (year) g. Plant Last Major Revision (year) DISCHARGE SERIAL_ NUMBER 001 S, GA, ASR, PG, DD, B 0.50 mgd 8-5 % N/A '-% N/A % 85- % 1972 1985 P" t i FOR AGENCY USE .�x i i I i • i • � I • I i i Ir n i Pon r P0l MIN P" PM P" P" fxq PEI Pal DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER 001 14. Description of Influent and Effluent (see instructions) FOR AGENCY USE ar Influent Effluent Parameter and Code Q QX > 'S 75u o N ..�.i,p c . cc a� N u 3 u ..r D u V N E V Q> a> �3 1 i Q :te a z Q to (l) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Flow Million gallons per day 0.420 0.420 0.243 0.638 CONT 365 N/A 50050 pH 7.25 7.91 1/7 55 G Units X X 00400 Temperature (winter) OF N/A 59.15 54.81 66.02 1/7 52 G 74028 Temperature (summer) OF N/A 72.51 60.57 79.30 1/7 52 G 74027 Fecal Streptococci Bacteria Number/ 100 ml N/A N/A N/A N/A 74054 (Provide if available) Fecal Coliform Bacteria Number/100 ml 168.9 1/7 52 G 74055 (Provide if available) Total Coliform Bacteria Number/100 ml NIA N/A N/A : N/A 74056 (Provide if available) BOD 5-day mg/l 117.00 21.00 10.46 35.68 Weekly 52 G 00310 Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) N/A 62.00 20 299 1/12 12 C mg/I 00340 (Provide if available) OR Total Organic Carbon (TOC) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A mgJ 1 . 00680 (Provide if available) (Father analysis is acceptable) Chlorine —Total Residual mg/I N/A 0.36 0.29 0.45 2/7 104 G 50060 11-5 i. DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER FOR AGENCY USE 001 14. Description of Influent and Effluent (See instructions) (Continued) Influent Effluent d a .a a o Parameter and Code Q d > o � > + o C . otka tom` " ,'robes �� a a a> Q> aQ Ica wa zd (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Total Solids mg/I N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 00500 Total Dissolved Solids mg/I N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 70300 Total Suspended Solids mg/1 96.04 18.50 9.90 31.00 1/7 52 C 00530 Settleable ?latter (Residue) mI/I N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 00545 Ammonia (as N) i• mg/I mg/1 15.72 9.10 3.17 20.65 1/30 12 C00610 r. (Provide if available) Kjeldahl Nitrogen mg/1 N/A 14.13 9.00 20.7 1/90 4 C 00625 (Provide if available) Nitrate (as N) mg/1 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 00620 (Provido if availabk) Nitrite (as N) mg/I 00615 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A (Provide if available) Phosphorus Total (as P) mg/I 00665 N/A 0.52 0.30 0.66 1 / 90 4 C (Provide if available) Dimlvdd Oxygen (DO) 00300 03 8.72 8.36 9.58 1/7 52 G FM V" FOR AGENCY USE FOR DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER 001 15. Additional Wastewater Characteristics Check the box next to each parameter it it Is present In the effluent. (sec instructions) MR F" MR F" RM Faq Parameter Parameter Parameter (215) 0 (215) ° (215) B _ a a a: Bromide Cobalt Thallium 71870 01037 01059 Chloride Chromium Titanium 00940 01034 01152 Cyanide Copper Tin 00720 01042 01102 Fluoride Iron Zinc 00951 01045 01092 Sulfide Ind Algicides* 00745 01051 74051 Aluminum Manganese Chlorinated organic compounds* 01105 01055 74052 ' Antimony Mercury Oil and grease 01097 71900 00550 Arsenic Molybdenum Pesticides* 01002 01062 74053 Beryllium Nickel Phenols 01012 01067 32730 Barium Selenium Surfactants 01007 01147 38260 Boron Silver Radioactivity* 01022 01077 74050 - Cadmium 01027 *Provide specific compound and/or element in Item 17. if known. Pesticides (Insecticides, fungicides, and rodenticides) must be reported in terms of the acceptable common names specified in Acceptable Com- mon Names and Chemical Names for the Ingredient Statement on Pesticide Labels, 2nd Edition. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. 20250. June 1972. as required by Subsection 162.7(b) of the Regulations for the Enforcement of the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodentieide Act. 11-7 I DISCHARGE SEnIAL NUMBER 001. 16. Plant Controls Check if the follow. Ing plant controls are available for this discharge 2i Alternato powtor source for major pump(ng facility Including those for collection system lift stations i �,z•0 qPS Alarm for power or equipment failure ❑.ALM 17. Additional Information n j FOR AGENCY u5E n I I!-� Qt'- S- GOVERNMEWT PRINTING OFFICE: 1973 0 - $06-472 MR I" rim �� 1MR iR Pet I" Fri Pq 1=1 Ps1 Tim? 111 MR STANDARD FORM A —MUNICIPAL FOR AGENCY USE SECTION II. BASIC DISCHARGE DESCRIPTION Complete this section for each present or proposed discharge Indicated in Section 1. Items 7 and 6. that is to surface waters. This includes discharges to other municipal sewerage systems In which the waste water does not go through a treatment works prior to being discharged to surface waters. Discharges to wells must be described where there are also discharges to surface waters from this facility. Separate descriptions of each discharge are required even if several discharges originate In the same facility. All values for an existing discharge should be represeetlative of the twelve previous months of operation. If this is a proposed discharge. values should reflect best engineering estimates. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR SELECTED ITEMS APPEAR IN SEPARATE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET AS INDICATED. REFER TO BOOKLET BEFORE FILLING OUT THESE ITEMS. 1. Discharge Serial No. and Name 002 a. Discharge Serial No. 2012 (see instructions) b. Discharge Name zotb Lumber River Discharge Give name of discharge. It any (see Instructions) c. Previous Discharge Serial No 201.c N/A If a previous NPDES permit. application was made for this dis- charge (item 4. Section 1) provide previous discharge serial number. 2. Discharge Operating Oates 99 1� a. Discharge to Begin Date 202a If the discharge has never YR MO occurred but is planned for some future date. give the date the discharge will begin. b. Discharge to End Date I the dis- 202b -b" charge is scheduled to be discon- YR MO tinued within the next S years, give the date (within best estimate) the discharge will end. Give rea- son for discontinuing this discharge in Item 17. 3. Discharge Location Name the political boundaries within which Agency Use the point of discharge is located: State 2os�, North Carolina 20.3d Count Robeson County if City Town applicable) or 4. Discharge Point Description (see Instructions) Discharge is into (check one) '.;;.. Stream (intrudes ditches. arroyos. 204a% STR •' and other watercourses) :i 4•:• Estuary's ; 2 ❑ EST Lake' �',�• ❑ LKE ate{,'• e ry Ocean „'� ❑OCE welt (Injection) ❑ WEL Other O OTH . It •other' Os checked. specify type 204b S. Discharge Point — Lit/Long. Iiq Stato the orecise location of the point of discharge to the nearest second. (see instructions) Latitude 2034 fa4 Longi tune 20S6 .34 DEG. 35 . MIN. 78 DEG. 58 MIN. 52 SEC 04 SEC II-1 This section contains 8 Pages. G. Discharge Receiving Water Name Name the waterway at the point of discharge.(see Instructions) 1 204 It the discharge is through an out.; 2046 fall that extends beyond the shoreline DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER 002 Lumber River For Agency Use For Agency Use 303e is •' ". � ;z ;�t•t.(�I.vI.,�.y+��. . I 1 I 1 FOR AGENCY USE r I or Is below the mean low water line, For Agency Use 303e is •' ". � ;z ;�t•t.(�I.vI.,�.y+��. . I 1 I 1 FOR AGENCY USE r I or Is below the mean low water line, complete Item 7. 7. Offshoie Discharge N/A a. Discharge Distance from Shore 2076 feet b. Discharge Depth Below Water Surface ,20j - N/A feet If discharge Is from a bypass of an overflow point or is a seasonal discharge from a lagoon. holding pond. etc.. complete Items 8.9 or 10. as applicable. and continue with item 11. S. Bypass Discharge (see instructions) a. Bypass Occurrence Check when bypass occurs Wet weatherQi_at ❑ Yes XX No Dry weather 29#iix ❑ Yes X$ No b. Bypass Frequency Give the ' actual or approxln ate number of bypass Incidents per year. Wet Weather _times per year '•. Dry weather N/A times per year e. Bypass Duration Give the Yr average bypass duration in hours.i Wet weather .P> N/A hours Dry weather 's -NIA hours d. Bypass Volume Give the average volume per bypass Incident. "" In thousand gallons_ f Wet weather N/A thousand gallons per Incident ' Dry weather N/A thousand gallons per Incident ' e. Bypass Reasons Give reasons c r why bypass occurs. N/A Proceed to Item 11. 9. Overflow DischarVe (see instructions) a. Overflow Occurrence Check when overflow occurs_ Wet weather Dry weather b. Overflow Frequency Give the actual or approximate Incidents per year. Wet weather Dry weather ❑ Yes )ONO ❑ Yes X3 No N/A times per year N/A times per year H-2 PSI , tam !R61 C. Overffow Duration Give the average overflow duration in flours. wet weather PSI Ory weather d. Overtlow•Volumc Give the r;, average volume per overflow Incident In thousand gallons. Wet vieathar fR Dry weather Proceed to Item 11 10. Scasonal/Periodic Discharges a. Seasonal/Pariodie Discharge Frequency If discharge Is inter. mittent from a holding pond. lagoon. etc.. give the actual or approximate number of times MR this discharge occurs per year. b. Seasonai/Perlodie Discharge Volume Give the average volume per discharge occurrence �9 In thousand gallons. c. Seasonal/Periodic Discharge Duration Give the avers" dura- tion of each discharge occurrence In days. d. Seasonal/Periodic Dlseharya Occurrence —Months Check the months during the year when trq the discharge normally occurs. Discharge Treatment a. Discharge Treatment Ocscriptlon Oescribe waste abatement prac. 1„n ticeS used on this dischar" with a brief narrative. (See Instruc. tlons) R" M 1>A DISCIiARGC SERIAL_ NUMocR 002 N/A hours N/A Hours W/A thousand gallons par Incident N IA. thousand gallons per Incident N/A times per year N/A thousand gallons par discharge occurrence NIAdays . OJAN ❑ FE13 O MAR ❑ APR ❑ MAY O JUN OJUL ❑ AUG ❑SEP ❑ OCT ❑ NOV ❑ DEC r'OR AR[NCY U><fl _Treatment will consist of a mechanically operated bar screen, aerated grit chamber, influent pump station, premix basin, dual aeration basins, spCondary & tertiary clarifiers, chlorination, & dechlorination, post aeration, effluent pump station_, digester, sludge thickener !"I DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER i FOR AGENCY USE 002 i b. Discharge Treatment Codes i Using the codes listed in Table 1 211b S • M , GA, ASR - PG - 111), T of the Instruction Booklet. describe the waste abatement Processes applied to this dis- charge In the order In which they occur, if possible- Separate all codes with commas .:•' except where slashes are used to designate parallel operations. If this discharge is from a municipal waste, treatment plant (not an overflow or bypass). complete Items 12 and 13 12. Plant Design and Operation Manuals :< Check which of the following are currently available a. Engineering Design Report ❑ b. Operation and Maintenance Manual ❑ • f 13. Plant Design Data (see Instructions) 1.75 a. Plant Design Flow (mgd.) m9d 92.5 b. Plant Design ODD Removal (y.) ' % I 86.7 - G Plant Design N Removal N/A rd. Plant Design P Removal (X) � •� % - rl 85 e. Plant Dcslgn SS Removal (x)<' % NIA f. Plant Megan Operation (year g. Plant Last Major Revision (year) • I . I - f^ I I II-4 fil M" P�1 9M Mq MR Pon FMI M MR RM M" lM PW MR M" DISCHARGE SERIAL_ NVMDER 002 14, Description of Influent and Effluent (see Instructions) FOR AGENCY USE 's Influent Effluent 0 a 0 -a ;, �• Parameter and Code Q a > > M t~ ca o � d a � 6. o eMa V > >. .D p, C t� a> a> 0 > as .°.� > sQ .'�. R •.:.d � C za a (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) Flow Million gallons per day 1.75 1.75 N/A N/A Cont. N/A /A 50050 pH Units N/A N/A ARP N/A hRP 00400 Temperature (winter) F ° 74028 N/A 60 N/A N/A ARP N/A rRP Temperature (summer) ° F N/A_ 80 N/A N/A ARP N/A ARP 74027 Fecal Streptococci Bacteria Number/100 ml x x N/A N/A N/A /A 74054 (Provide if available) Fecal Coliform Bacteria Number/100 ml N/A ARP N/A ARP. 74055 Vx (Provide if available) Total Coliiform Bacteria Number/100 ml N/A N/A N/A' N/A 74056 x x (Provide if available) DOD 5-day mg1l 200 15 N/A N/A 'ARP N/A ARP 00310 Chemical Oxygen Demand (COD) ' mg/1 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A /A 00340 (Provide if available) OR Total Organic Carbon (TOC) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A mg/ 1 00680 (Provide if available) (Either analysis is acceptabic) Chlorine —Total Residual mg/l N/A 0.28 N/A N/A ARP N/A ARP 50060 ARP — As Required by Permit 11-5 DISCHARGE SERIAL. NUMBER 002 14. O.scrlptton of Influent and Effluent (see InStruCtIonS) (Contlnued) FOR AGENCY USE I I I Influent Effluent Parameter and Code u ° 3 ° M 0 A A ,.v. p, d> d> as zQ w< z< (1) (2) (3) (a) (s) (6) (7) Total Solids mg/I N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A /A N/A 00500 Total Dissolved Solids N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A /A N/A mg/I 70300 Total Suspended Solids 200 30 N/A N/A ARP /A ARP mg/I 00530 Settleable ?Matter (Residue) ml/I N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A OOsas Ammonia (as N) mg/I 30 4 N/A N/A ARP /A ARP 00610 (Provide if available) Kjeldahl Nitrogen N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A NIA N/A . mg/I 00625 (Provide if available) Nitrate (as N) mg/I N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A /A N/A 00620 (Provide if availably) Nitrite (as N) Mg/I N/A N/A N/A N/A ARP /A ARP 00615 (Provide if available) Phosphorus Total (u P) N/A N/A N/A N/A ARP N/A ARP tng/l 00665 (Provide if available) Dluovved Oxygen t"DO) mg/l 5.0 N/A N/A ARP N/A ARP 00300 wx ARP — As Required by Permit II$ ran FM ran "M rR MR I" fan Ism MM rml PM MR MR MR FOR AGENCY USE DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER 002 IS- Additional Wastewater Characteristics Check the box next to each parameter If it is present In the effluent_ (see instructions) Parameter a Parameter Parameter (215) (215) a (115) _ Bromide Cobalt Thallium 71870 01037 01059 Chloride Chromium Titanium 00940 01034 01152 Cyanide Copper Tin 00720 01042 01102 Fluoride Iron Zinc 00r951 01045 01092 ' Sulfide Lead Algicides* 00745 01051 74051 Aluminum Manganese Chlorinated organic compounds*. 01105 01055 74052 Antimony Mercury Oil and grease 01097 71900 00550 Arsenic Molybdenum Pesticides* 01002 01062 74053 Beryllium Nickel Phepols 01012 01067 32730 Barium Selenium Surfactants 01007 01147 39260 Boron Silver Radioactivity* 01022 01077 74050 Cadmium 01027 rR *Provide specific compound and/or element in Item 17. if known. Pesticides (Insecticides, fum6cides. and rodenticides) must be reported in terms of the acceptable common names specified in Acceptable Com- mon Names and Chemical X--nes for the Ingredient Statement on Pesticide Labels. 2nd Edition. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D.C. 20250. June 1972. as mquired by Subsection 162.7(b) of the Regulations for the Enforcement of the Federal insecticide, Fungicide, and FM Rodenticidc Act. 11-7 DISCHARGE SERIAL NUMBER 002 16. Plant Controls CheCk It tho follow. Ing plant controls are available for this discharge 2111 Allemato power sourCe for major pumping laclllty Including those for collection system lift station, 0 APS Alarm for power or e4uipment failure O-ALM 17. Additional Information if'af FOR AGENCY USE Item Number Information Discharge 001 will be abandoned (plugged) when Discharge 2 is on-line. r II-8 •t•. S- GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE: 1973 0 - $oo-sat P�1 FOR AGENCY VSE STANDARD FORM A —MUNICIPAL SECTION M. SCHEDULED IMPROVEMENTS AND SCHEDULES OF IMPLEMENTATION This section requires information on any uncompleted implementation schedule which has been imposed for construction of waste treatment facilities. Requirement schedules may have been established by local. State.or Federal agencies or by court action. IF YOU ARE SUBJECT TO SEVERAL DIFFERENT IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULES. EITHER BECAUSE OF DIFFERENT LEVELS OF AUTHORITY IMPOSING t� DIFFERENT SCHEDULES (ITEM lb) AND/OR STAGED CONSTRUCTION OF SEPARATE OPERATIONAL UNITS (ITEM lc). SUBMIT A SEPARATE SECTION Ili FOR EACH ONE. 1. Improvements Required FOR AGENCY USE a. Discharge Serial Numbers x w S0ed,�l�io. Affected List the discharge serial numbers. assigned In Sec• 0, tion If. that are covered by this .,;,:A >:•. implementation schedule p t. J` b. Authority Imposing Requirement " k Check the appropriate item Indl- d' f ---• cating the authority for the Im- v Yr.7 plementation schedule If the x •' } f�1 Identical Implementation sched- ule has been ordered by more than one authority, check the appropriate Items. (see ln- structions) r 41 ; LOC Locally developed plan �P ARE :a Areawide Plan Q SAS Basin Plan State approved implementation0 SQS 1 f schedule^'< Federal approved water Quality ?<" WQS standards implementation plan. Federal enforcement procedure or action ❑ ENF State court order ❑ CRT +.• CRT Federal court order FED fort c. Improvement Description Specify the 3-character code for the General Action Description In Table 11 that best describes the improvements required by the implementation schedule. It more than one schedule applies to the facility because of a staged con- struction schedule. state the stage of construction being described ICI here with the appropriate general action code. submk a separate Section I I I for each stage of construction planned. Also. list all the 3-character (Specific Action) codes which describe In more detail the pollution abatement practices that the Implementation schedule requires. 3-character general action NEW description ?tt 3-character specific actions SEC DIS SLD IPU FUM descriptions � / / 2. Implementation Schedule and 3. Actual Completion Dates Provide dates imposed by schedule and any actual dates of completion for Implementation steps listed below. Indicate dates as accurately as possible. (see Instructions) Implementation Steps 2. Schedule Y7 /Mi (Day�S 3. Actual Completion (Yr /Mo /Day) a. Preliminary plan complete _j J / b. Final plan complete 97 . 12 / 31 in" 98 1 c. Financing complete 6 contract . /04 / 5 awarded k. S / d. Site acquired 97 06 30 � }; 98 / 06 / 01 e. Begin construction i.IE'bxl�? 99 0 01 f. End construction :3t) / g. Begin Olzcharge 99 10 1 :¢.•,;;x >s4xq h. Operational level attalncd 1pxli 99 } 2 A f�q III-1 This section contains 1 page. Pal FOR AGENCY USE rw STANDARD FORM A -MUNICIPAL SECTION IV. INDUSTRIAL WASTE CONTRIBUTION TO MUNICIPAL SYSTEM Submit a description of each major industrial facility discharging to the municipal system. using a separate Section IV for each facility descrip- tion. Indicate the 4 digit Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code for the industry, the major product or raw material. sand gallons per day). and the Characteristics of the wastewater discharged from the Industrial facility into the munlclpal system. the flow (in thou- Consult I I I for standard measures of products or raw materials. (see instructions) . Table 1• Major Contributing Facility (see instructions) Name 401a N/A Number& Street 401b City 401 c I#1 . County 401 d State 401e Zip Code aot t 2. Primary Standard Industrial 402 Classification Code (see Imi instructions) 3. Principal Product or Raw Quantity Units (See Table 111) Material (see Instructions) Product 403a" Pon Raw Material 403b �� n41�3f.•?. 4. Flow Indicate the volume of water 1 discharged into the municipal Sys- 404a thousand gallons per day tem In thousand gallons per day and whether this discharge is Inter- 404b 0Intermittent (int) 0 Continuous (con) mittent or continuous. S. Pretreatment Provided Indicate if 405 ❑Yes No pretreatment Is provided prior to ' entering the municipal system s." Characteristics of Wastewater (see instructions) ' Parameter, Name Q_ x< Parameter ' Number .40 value N PM .: P O 865-706 IV -I This section contains 1 page. L) M f-A 1-< I IVI t 114 1 Ur I Hh IN I hH1UH GEOLOGICAL SURVEY '9007130" 6730wm-E. 401 LUMSERTON ONTERS�ATE 95) ;5 MI. 675 678 101' 1 5/1676 1677 1 dw 11 0 * .94- Lv.. 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T PLAN ■ a f�1 - MR FE" MR MIR MR F" MR F" mm SUPPORTING INFORMATION Land Application of Wastewater P" MR F" mn MR mm MR FOR Mq DESIGN CALCULATIONS - LAND APPLICATION Town of Fairmont - Alternatives Analysis fm Water Balance / Storage Information Days < Hydraulic Cumulat. Days > "Month Days Precip. ET ET -PR PERM 32 Deg. PERC Loading Flow Change Storage .5" Prec. Jan 31 3.76 0.2 -3.56 2 1 57.60 54.04 6.10 -47.94 -47.94 3 Feb 28 3.59 0.5 -3.09 2 0 53.76 50.67 5.51 -45.16 -93.11 3 Mar 31 4.18 1.5 -2.68 2 0 59.52 56.84 6.10 -50.74 -143.85 3 Apr 30 3.33 2.7 -0.63 2 0 57.60 56.97 5.90 -51.07 -194.92 2 �+ May 31 4.07 3.3 -0.77 2 0 59.52 58.75 6.10 -52.65 -247.57 3 Jun 30 3.89 5.9 2.01 2 0 57.60 59.61 5.90 -53.71 -301.28 2 July 31 4.89 6.7 1.81 2 0 59.52 61.33 6.10 -55.23 -356.52 3 wn Aug 31 4.84 5.4 0.56 2 0 59.52 60.08 6.10 -53.98 410.50 3 Sep 30 3.85 4.6 0.75 2 0 57.60 58.35 5.90 -52.45 462.95 2 Oct 31 3.16 2.3 -0.86 2 0 59.52 58.66 6.10 -52.56 -515.51 2 Fm Nov 30 2.67 1.2 -1.47 2 0 57.60 56.13 5.90 -50.23 -565.74 2 Dec 31 3.39 0.3 -3.09 2 1 57.60 54.51 6.10 48.41 -614.15 2 annual 365 45.62 34.6 -11.02 2 2 696.96 685.94 71.79 -614.15 30 Average 3.80 2.9 -0.92 2 0.167 58.08 57.16 5.98 -51.18 2.5 ET - PR + PERC = Maximum Hydraulic Loading PERC = 0.04 ( Permeability) x 24 hrs x Days - Freezing Days) Storage = Available Wastewater - Hydraulic Loading Or Storage = Nonspray Days Selected Storage 60 days 'Flow Calculations Design Flow 1,750,000 gpd ,, Application Rate 1.5 in / wk Days / Week 5 Operation Cycle - 5 Zones Once per Week each yonspray Days 30 ,.,4pplication Period 239.29 365 days minus nonspray days x days/wk/7 Applied Flow 2,669,403 GPD 13.35 million gal/week Acres Required 327.6869 Acres = (Flow) / ( 27,154 x Application Rate) r■n - r" fun rR Application Field / Sprinkler System Design t� Sprinkler selected Senniger Pressure 50 psi Nozzle Size 0.25 in Flow 13 gpm Diameter 125 Overlap selected 50 % 'Spacing 62.5 ft Selected Spacing 72 ft Actual Overlap 57.6 % "Number of Zones 5 Nozzles per Zone 550 Number of Rows 4 r"Nozzles per Row 137.5 Length of Pipe per Row 9900 ft Total Pipe Length per Zone 39600 ft r""Selected Diameter 6 inch application rate = 96 x flow / spacing x spacing application rate 0.24074074 in/hr time of operation = daily app rate/hourly 6.23 hrs/d # nozzles = flow / flow per nozzle 549.26 diameter x % overlap total nozzles site 2750 total field pipe 198,000 ft Wetted Area = [(2 x radius) + (no. rows-1) x (spacing) x 2 x (radius) + (nozzles per row- 1)] minus r" [(Diameter ^2) - ((pi x (radius)^2/4 ) x (4 + (nozzles per row-1) x (rows- 1)/2] Wetted Area = 3,218,656 sq.ft. r•n 73.89017 acres/zone 369.4508 acres Select 375 acres rim Pumn Station Calculation Flow / (hrs of operation x 60) f"Flow Applied per Day Hrs Day Applied Pump Size ramLength of Force Main Force Main Selected Pump Selected Rol Lagoon Requirements Mn Sludee Zone Treatment Zone mmStorage 25 yr f' 24hr Storm Freeboard PmTotal rR 2.67 MGD 6.23 7140.38 gpm 5500 if 16 inch 7200 gpm DXW 30 30 Required Volume Depth ) 2 3 52,500,000 7,018,717 3 52,500,000 7,018,717 0.5 1 9.5 105,000,000 14,037,433 r" PR1 Berm Side Slope 3 horiz. 1 vertical mmLength / Width 1.5 length 1 width Trmt. + Storage Depth 6 ft Selected Length 1350 ft water surface r-nWidth 900 ft water surface Water Surface Area 27.89 acres Trmt.+ Storage Vol. Check 7048944 cf 52726101.1 gallons ran use 2 lagoons for storage Top of Berm Length 1359 Top of Berm Width 906 ,,,Bottom of Berm Length 1302 Bottom of Berm Width 868 Total Area 1,231,254 sq ft 28.2657 acres Total Vol. to Top of Berm 11,091,381 cf 82963527 gallons Estimated Excavation 410,792 cy Type of Liner clay Thickness Required I ft Area of Liner 1,364,489 sq ft Volume 1,364,489 cf 50536.62 cy F" Woven Wire Fence 4590 if Barbed Wire Fence 16566.632 if M" Buffer Area 400 If outside wetted area (c 100)^2x4)+4xc 100)x(wetted area sq.ft.)1%5) Buffer 7,106,653 sq ft 163.1463 acre Total = Buffer + Wetted 538.1463 acre rAll Mn n MR MR rR 0" HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 1W Consulting Engineers PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE Town of Fairmont - Alternatives Analysis Land Application System Item Description Qty. Unit Unit Price Total Price I General - Bonds, Insurance, Administration, Etc. 1 LS $100,000.00 $100,000.00 2 Land Acquisition 540 AC $3,500.00 $1,890,000.00 3 Land Clearing and Grading 375 AC $1,500.00 $562,500.00 �+ 4 Crop Planting (Coastal) 375 AC $1,000.00 $375,000.00 5 Barbed Wire Fencing 165,600 LF $1.00 $165,600.00 6 Spray Piping - 4" PVC 198,000 LF $4.50 $891,000.00 7 Nozzles- 1/4" 2,750 EA $200.00 $550,000.00 8 Valves - 4" PVC 10 EA $250.00 $2,500.00 9 Lagoon Excavation 522,144 CY $2.00 $1,044,288.00 10 Lagoon Liner 50,536 CY $5.00 $252,680.00 11 Lagoon Effluent Box 2 EA $10,000.00 $20,000.00 12 Influent Piping 200 LF $25.00 $5,000.00 13 Woven Wire Fence 4,590 LF $3.00 $13,770.00 14 Irrigation Pump Station 1 LS $300,000.00 $300,000.00 15 Header Piping- 12" 5,500 LF $12.00 $66,000.00 .n 16 Tractor 1 LS $25,000.00 $25,000.00 17 Mower 1 LS $10,000.00 $10,000.00 18 Rake 1 LS $4,000.00 $4,000.00 19 Baler I LS $7,000.00 $7,000.00 20 Monitoring Wells 12 LS $1,500.00 $18,000.00 21 Contractor's Overhead and Profit 1 LS $250,000.00 $250,000.00 Total Estimated Construction Cost $6,552,338.00 Engineering, Design, and Administration $378,500.00 Construction Management and Inspection $229,300.00 O Surveying and Mapping $25,000.00 Contingencies $655,362.00 Total Estimated Project Cost $7,840,500.00 _ HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A. Consulting Engineers OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET Town of Fairmont Land Application System Personnel Services Salaries $100,000.00 FICA $8,000.00 Retirement / Insurance $20,000.00 Subtotal $128,000.00 Operating Expenses Office Exp. & Supplies $3,000.00 Laboratory Supplies $5,000.00 Transportation $5,220.00 Electricity $25,000.00 Supplies $20,000.00 Gen. Maintenance $17,000.00 Miscellaneous $200.00 Subtotal $75,420.00 Total Estimated Annual Operation and Maintenance Costs $203,420.00 0 mn rwi I" Im PM rMq "W1 ART SUPPORTING INFORMATION New Wastewater Treatment Plant MR fam p" p" mn ram rMn ran rX1 tan M rAn rm1 Zo ran r=n Pan FM pq Job Name: Town of Fairmont WWTP HUA No. FR9605 Date: 18-Aug-97 Description: Aeration Basin Sizing and Parameter Calculation Worksheet Formulas: Sludge Age (days) = Suspended Solids In Aeration Suspended Solids To Aeration MLSS (mg/1) = Desired Suspended Solids In Aeration Weight Of Water In Aeration MCRT (days) = Suspended Solids In Aeration SS In WAS + SS In Effluent Food To Microorganism Ratio = BOD To Aeration MLVSS in Aeration Input Parameters: Calculated Parameters: Wastewater Flow & Influent Conditions: Calculated Parameters: Peak Wet Weather Flow (mgd) = 4.375 ADF BOD5 Destroyed (lb/day) _> 2,700 Design Year Flow, ADF (mgd) = 1.750 ADF Ammonia -Nitrogen Destroyed (Iblday)=> 671 Start -Up Anticipated Flow (mgd) = 0.500 Yr.l BOD5 Destroyed (lb/day) => 771 Design Sludge Return Rate (mgd) = 1.000 Yr.l Ammonia -Nitrogen Destroyed (lb/day) => 192 Influent BOD5 (mg/l) = 200 Influent TSS (mg/1) = 200 Oxygen Rates Influent TKN (mg/1) - 50 ADF Actual Oxygen Transfer Rate, AOTR (lb/day) => 7,138 Effluent BODS Required (mg/l) = 15 ADF Standard Oxygen Transfer Rate, SOTR (lb/day) => 10,926 Effluent TSS Required (mg/1) = 30 Yr.l Actual Oxygen Transfer Rate, AOTR (lb/day) => 2,040 Effluent NH3-N (mg/1) = 4 Yr.l Standard Oxygen Transfer Rate, SOTR (lb/day) => 3,122 Max Temperature (deg C) = 27 Site Elevation = 100 HP Required Temperature Correction Theta = 1.024 HP At Average Daily Flow => 182 Saturation D.Q. at Temp, Elev Cst (mg/1) = 7.99 HP At Year I Flow => 52 Design Assumptions Reactor Basin Volume (Based on IbBOD/1000 cuft) Design MLSS (mg/l) — 2,800 Volume Required (gals) => 673,219 Yr. I MLSS (mg/1) = 2,800 Detention Time (hrs) => 9.23 RAS and WAS Concentration (mg(l) = 8,000 Transfer Alpha Value = 0.90 System Mass Requirements Transfer Beta Value = 0.95 System Mass - BOD x MCRT x Yield (lb) _> 20,251 Mean Cell Residence Time (days) = 10 Volume Required (gal) => 867,188 Operating Dissolved Oxygen, Co (mg/I) = 2.00 Detention Time (hrs) _> 11.89 lb BOD5/ 1000 cu R Aeration Vol = 30 Sludge Yield (lb TSS/Ib BOD5 Destroyed) s 0.75 Selected Volume - Input Value (gals) 970,000 Volatile SS Fraction (MLVSS/MLSS)- 0.65 Selected Basin Evaluation RYte Coefficients ADF Detention Time (hrs) => 11.93 lb Oxygen/lb BOD5 Applied = 1.50 Yr. 1 Detention Time (hrs) _> 41.76 lb Oxygen/lb NH3-N Applied = 4.60 Mixing HP Required => 174 ADF Process HP Required => 52 H P Coefficients ADF Food To Mass (lb BOD/lb MLSS) => 0.20 lb 021BHP-Hr = 2.50 Yr. 1 Food To Mass (lb BOD/lb MLSS) => 0.06 BHP/1000 Cu Ft = 1.5 ADF Sludge Wasting Rate (gpd) => 23,888 Yr. 1 Sludge Wasting Rate (gpd) => 28,575 r" ran Pa rR rot fen M ruin MR 10M P) Owl pp f" ran FM MP pa Mq Job Name: Town of Fairmont WWTP HUA No. FR9605 Date: 18-Aug-97 Description: Clarifier evaluation Formulas: Surface Loading Rate (GPD/SF) = Flow Rate (GPD) Surface Area (SF) Hydraulic Detention Time (Hrs) = Tank Volume (GALS) x 24 Hr/Day Flow (GPD) Solids Loading Rate (Lbs/Day/SF) = Solids Applied (Lb/Day) Surface Area (SF) Weir Overflow Rate (GPD/FT of Weir) = Flow Rate (GPD) Weir Length (FT) Input Parameters: Calculated Parameters: Wastewater Flow: Calculated Diameter: Peak Wet Weather Flow (mgd) - 4.375 Surface Loading Basis (FT) => 43.09 Design Year Flow, ADF (mgd) — 1.750 Solids Loading Basis (FT) => 29.45 Start -Up Anticipated Flow (mgd) a 0.500 Weir Overflow Basis (FT) —> 27.85 Design Sludge Return Rate (mgd) = 1.000 Detention Time Basis (FT) => 49.82 Mixed Liquor Suspended Solids Concentration: Minimum Diameter Required (FT) => 49.82 ADF MLSS (mg/1) = 2,800 Selected Diameter (FT) => 60.00 Yr. I MLSS (mg/1) = 2,800 Calculated Conditions: Clarifier Parameters: Surface Loading Rate: Number Of Units a 2 Peak Wet Weather (GPD/SF) 774 Sidewater Depth (ft) 15 Design Year, ADF (GPD/SF) => 309 Design Surface Loading Rate (GPD/SF) = 600 Design Solids Loading Rate (Lb/Day/SF) = 30 Design Weir Overflow Rate (GPD/LF) = 10,000 Design Detention Time Mrs) = 6 Solids Loading Rate: Peak Flow, ADF MLSS (Lb/Day/SF) => 18 ADF+RAS, ADF MLSS (Lb/Day/SF) => 11 ADF+RAS, Yr.l MLSS (Lb/Day/SF) => 6 Weir Overflow Rate: Peak Wet Weather (GPD/LF) _> 11,605 Design Year, ADF (GPD/LF) 4,642 Detention Time: Peak Wet Weather Mrs) => 3.48 Design Year, ADF (Hrs) a> 8.70 pA M n MM MR r" Fun M f" P" ran M M n r=1 f" r+q Job Name: Town of Fairmont WWTP H UA No. FR9605 Date: 18-Aug-97 Description: Disinfection, Cascade Post Aeration, and Sludge Digestor Calculations Formulas: Cascade Aerator Deficit Ratio, r = CS - Co Cs-C Total Cascade Vertical Drop Rqd (0.11)(a)(b)(1+0.046)(T) Pounds Of Solids Wasted Per Day = (Q Was)(8.34)(MLSS Was) Volume Of Thickened Sludge (gpd) = Pounds Of Solids Wasted Per Day (Thickened Conc - Decant Conc)(8.34) Input Parameters: Calculated Parameters: Wastewater Flow: Chlorine Contact Calculated Parameters Peak Wet Weather Flow (mgd) = 0.200 Peak Volume Required (gal) => 4,167 Design Year Flow, ADF (mgd) = 0.100 ADF Volume Required (gal) => 2,083 Start -Up Anticipated Flow (mgd) = 0.045 Yr.I Volume Required (gal) => 938 Number Of Chamber Trains => 1.00 Chlorine Contact Basin Parameters Required Channel Length (ft) => 27.85 Design Channel Length (ft) => 28.00 Required Detention Time (min) a 30 Design Channel Width (ft) => 2.00 Number Of Chamber Trains = 1 Design Channel Depth (ft) —> 5.00 Design Sidewater Depth in Chamber (ft) = 5 Detention Time At Peak (min) => 15.08 Design Width of Chamber (ft) = 2 Detention TIme At Yr. 1 (min) => 67.02 Cascade Aerator Input Parameters Cascade Aerator Calculated Parameters Dissolved Oxygen Saturation Cs (mg/1) = 9.1392 Height Of Vertical Drop Required (ft) => 11 D.O. Before Cascade Co (mg/1) = 0 Required Effluent D.O. C (mg/1) = 6 Sludge Digestion & Storage Calculated Parameters Coeff a (1.0 For BOD<=I5mg/1) - 1.00 Coeffb (Assume 0.8 For a Step Weir) = 0.80 ADF Pounds Of Soilids Per Day => 1,594 Wastewater Temperature (deg C) = 20 Yr.I Pounds Of Soilids Per Day s> 1,907 ADF Thickened Sludge Volume (gpd) a> 8,531 Sludge Digestion & Storage Input Parameters Yr.I Thickened Sludge Volume (gpd) a> 10,205 ADF Annual Sludge Disposal Cost (S/Yr) _> $155,695 ADF Sludge Wasting Rate (gpd) = 23,888 Yr. I Annual Sludge Disposal Cost (S/Yr) _> $186,248 Yr. I Sludge Wasting Rate (gpd) = 28,575 Target Percent Solids After Thickening = 2.25% Aerobic Digestion 503 Sludge Digestion & Storage Requirements Target Decant Solids Concentration (mg/l) a 100 Sludge Disposal Cost ($/Gal) _ $0.05 ADF Volume Required At 20 Dec C (40 Days)=> 341,250 Yr. 1 Volume Required At 20 Dec C (40 Days)=> 408.214 ADF Volume Required At 15 Dec C (60 Days)=> 511,875 Yr. l Volume Required At 15 Dec C (60 Days)=> 612,321 z::] HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A. Consulting Engineers PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE Town of Fairmont - Alternatives Analysis New Wastewater Treatment Facility Item Description Qjy. ERR Unit Price Total Price ^' I General - Bonds, Insurance, Administration, Etc. 1 LS $95,000.00 $95,000.00 2 Site Grading, Paving, Fencing, Sidewalks 1 LS $110,000.00 $110,000.00 3 Yard Piping I LS $65,000.00 $65,000.00 4 Flow Splitter Box - Weirs, Gates, Etc. 1 LS $30,000.00 $30,000.00 5 Aeration Basins 1 LS $975,000.00 $975,000.00 6 Dual Clarifiers 1 LS $310,000.00 $310,000.00 7 Air Piping I LS $65,000.00 $65,000.00 8 Blowers & Blower Building 1 LS $275,000.00 $275,000.00 9 Chlorine Contact Basin I LS $55,000.00 $55,000.00 10 02 & S02 Feed Systems 1 LS $35,000.00 $35,000.00 11 Post Aeration 1 LS $12,000.00 $12,000.00 12 Effluent Pump Station I LS $125,000.00 $125,000.00 13 Sludge Digestion I LS $265,000.00 $265,000.00 14 Sludge Dewatering Facilities I LS $85,000.00 $85,000.00 15 Electrical, Mechanical Construction I LS $210,000.00 $210,000.00 16 Standby Generator I LS $150,000.00 $150,000.00 17 Laboratory and Control Building I LS $140,000.00 $140,000.00 18 Plant Instrumentation I LS $145,000.00 $145,000.00 Total Estimated Construction Cost $3,147,000.00 Engineering and Design $188,500.00 Construction Management and Inspection $63,800.00 .. Contingencies $290,000.00 Land $135,000.00 Total Estimated Project Cost $3,824,300.00 M W HOBBS, UPCHURCH &ASSOCIATES, P.A. Consulting Engineers PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE Town of Fairmont - Alternatives Analysis Wastewater Pumping S stem Y Item Description 9M unit Unit Price Total Price 1 12" PVC Force Main 50,000 LF $12.00 $600,000.00 2 12" Ductile Iron Piping 1,000 LF $30.00 $30,000.00 3 20" Steel Casing 850 LF $110.00 $93,500.00 4 Pump Station Upgrade 1 LS $130,000.00 $130,000.00 5 Mechanical Screening 1 LS $85,000.00 $85,000.00 6 Grit Removal 1 LS $50,000.00 $50,000.00 7 Odor Control System 1 LS $45,000.00 $45,000.00 8 12" Plug Valves 9 EA $2,500.00 $22,500.00 9 Air Release Valves 7 LS $2,500.00 $17,500.00 10 Creek Crossings I LS $25,000.00 $25,000.00 11 Seeding and Mulching 14 AC $1,500.00 $21,000.00 12 Erosion Control Measures I LS $20,000.00 $20,000.00 Total Estimated Construction Cost Engineering and Design Construction Management and Inspection Contingencies Total Estimated Project Cost an we M M W $1,139,500.00 $88,600.00 $39,700.00 $125,540.00 $1,393,340.00 HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A. Consulting Engineers OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE BUDGET Town of Fairmont New Wastewater Treatment Facility Personnel Services Salaries $100,000.00 FICA $8,000.00 Retirement / Insurance $20,000.00 Subtotal $128,000.60 Operating Expenses Office Exp. & Supplies $3,000.00 Laboratory Supplies $5,000.00 Transportation $5,220.00 Electricity $60,000.00 Supplies $20,000.00 Gen. Maintenance $17,000.00 Miscellaneous $200.00 Sludge Disposal $32,000.00 Subtotal $142,420.00 Total Estimated Annual Operation and Maintenance Costs $270,420.00 W e o United States Rural Economic 4405 Bland Road, Suite 260 Department of and Community Raleigh, NC 27609 Agriculture Development (919) 790.2731 Services (919) 790-2738 Fox January 4, 1996 4b -bey`° SUBJECT: Finding of No Significant Environmental Impact and Necessary Environmental Findings for Town of Fairmont - Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements Project TO: Project File The attached Environmental Assessment has been completed for the subject proposal by the Rural Economic and Community Development environmental reviewer. After reviewing the assessment and the supporting materials attached to it, I find that the subject proposal will not significantly affect the quality of the human environment. Therefore, the preparation of an environmental impact statement is not necessary. I also find that the assessment properly documents the proposal's status of compliance with the environmental laws and requirements listed therein. -7 DAMES C. K State Director Rural Economic & Community Development Attachment Rual Economic and Community Development Services Is an Equal Opportunity Lender Complaints of discrimination should be sent to: Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, DC 20250 JAI v 8 1996 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Town of Fairmont - Sewer Project December 18, 1995 I. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND NEED The proposed project involves the construction of a new 1.75 mechanical wastewater treatment plant near the Lumber River along with approximately 5 ,000 LF of 12" Forced Main. Also included In the project is the replacement of 4,100 LF of 4" and 6" existing collection lines that do meet today's standards along with the installation of approximately 26,430 LF of new gravity collection lines In areas soon to be annexed into the town. The proposed system will serve approximately 1180 existing customers and approximately 134 new residential customers. The total estimated project cost is $6,871,300. The proposed improvements are needed to correct problems with the old existing system in the town. Currently the town is under a Special Order by Consent and a Moratorium because of its failure to pass required toxicity tests. This SOC and Moratorium severely limits the growth of the town. The proposed project will correct these problems. If. PRIMARY BENEFICIARIES AND RELATED ACTIVITIES The primary beneficiaries of the proposed project will be the residential population of the Town of Fairmont. This project will cause no significant increase in business for the existing businesses in the area since the users of the system will be people who are already living in the area. Building and construction supply businesses may experience a temporary improvement in business during the construction of the project. There are no related activities in this case which are defined as interdependent part of a USDA, Rural Economic and Community Development action. Ill. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT AREA The sewer collection Improvements are proposed to be installed in the Town of Fairmont. The wastewater treatment plant will be located approximately one mile south of U.S. Hwy. 74 between SR 2244 and SR 2245. The forced main from the Town of Fairmont will be installed in the right-of-way of NC Hwy 130 and then along SR 2245 to the plant. Town of Fairmont is located in Robeson County, North Carolina. See Exhibit 11 "Project Maps". iV. ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT 1. Air Quality: There will be no emissions resulting directly from the proposed project after the project is completed. During construction the machinery utilized to Install the sewer system will produce some emissions resulting from combustion of petroleum products used to power the equipment. The specifications will require equipment utilized on the project to operate within emissions limits as established by the State of North Carolina for construction equipment. During the installation of collection lines, the vegetation to be cleared will be hauled to the county landfill or burned. All burning will be conducted under controlled conditions with the appropriate burning permits from local authorities. All construction related air emissions will be temporary and will not have a significant impact on the air quality. 2 2. Water Quality: The quality of surface and/or underground water will not be adversely affected by the proposed project. The current treatment plant discharges into Pittman Mill Branch which Is a low flow stream. Fairmont's wastewater discharge makes up practically the entire flow of the stream. Because the discharge will now be in the Lumber River, a much larger flow of water, and because the entire treatment process will be upgraded, the water quality for this area will be improved. 3. Solid Waste Management: Solid waste created by the proposed project will Included steel bands, wood shipping timbers, plastic buckets, PVC pipe trimmings, and other normal waste from building construction. Contract documents shall Included the following: "Wastes shall not be buried or burned on the site or disposed of into storm drains, sanitary sewers, streams, or waterways. All waste shall be removed from the site and disposed of In a manner complying with local ordinances and antipollution laws." The Engineer is responsible to assure that this portion of the contract is met. The by-products of the treatment will be disposed of in the county landfill. 4. Land Use: The proposed project will not have any significant impacts, either directly or indirectly, on land use within the town. The construction of the sewer system will not significantly contribute to residential or industrial growth within the project area as there Csvery little new lines in the proposed system. There will be some growth because persons growing up in the area and others moving into the area for employment will likely construct homes along the sewer lines. Such development has occurred in the past along existing sewer lines In the area and will likely continue in the future. All new sewer lines will be constructed within the town limits of Fairmont or in residential areas which will become a part of Fairmont very soon. This area has been determined to be "urban buildup" and therefore no prime or important farmland exist within this part of the project area. The wastewater treatment plant will be constructed pproximately one mile south of U.S. Hwy 74 between SR 2244 and SR 2245. The forc main from the Town of Fairmont will be installed in the right-of-way of NC Hwy 130 and th along SR 2245 to the plant. As is the case in most of eastern North Carolina, many areas of Important farmlands occur along the forced main proposed route. However, there are no other reasonably alternative routes to consider. Furthermore, the same would be true about important farmlands regardless of the route chosen. Also, several areas of floodplains and wetlands exist both in the town limits and along the proposed forced main route. The floodplains and wetlands occur primarily near the swamp crossings and near the Lumber River. The wastewater treatment site is one of a few small tracts in that area that Is not located in a floodplain or wetland. Although the majority of the construction will occur in existing highway rights -of -way, any wetlands or floodplains disturbed during construction will be return as close as possible to Its natural state at the end of construction. To mitigate the above environmental concerns, the town will be required to agree not to place connections to this system for new construction in areas of important farmlands for other than residential or agricultural purposes. Furthermore, the town must agree not to install connections for any new construction in areas of floodplains or wetlands. S. Transportation: There will be minor Interruptions in traffic flows during construction. The impact of these delays will be minimized by the use of safety personnel and avoiding traffic blockages during peak travel times. Since these delays will be few and of short duration, it is determined that there will be no significant Impact on transportation. No effect Is anticipated after construction. b. Natural Environment: This project will have no adverse effect on the natural environment. According to the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Officer, there are no structures or sites of historical significance located in areas to be used for the construction of the proposed project. 7. Human Population: There will be no relocation of people caused by the project. The proposed project could accommodate a moderate amount of population increase, however, the history of this area would indicate there will be only very modest increases in population. There will be no significant change in services required such as health care, social services, and fire protection. As discussed in Section IV 2, positive impacts of the project on the quality of ground water should improve the general health of the present and future population in the service area. 8. Construction: During the construction phase there will be minimal temporary effects on air quality, noise levels, soil erosion, and siltation. Impacts will be minimized in each of these areas as discussed above. Approval for Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plans will be obtained from the Land Quality Section of the N. C. Department of Natural Resources and Community Development before any development begins. 9. Energy Impacts: The major type of energy used for this project will be electricity for treatment and pumping of sewer. The electricity will be supplied by CPBLL and will not have measurable impact on the total supply of energy for the area. V. COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT The project is not within nor will it Impact an area affected by the Coastal Zone Management Act. Vl. COMPLIANCE WITH ADVISORY COUNCIL ON HISTORIC PRESERVATION'S REGULATIONS USDA, Rural Economic and Community Development Instructions 190 1-F.1 A has been reviewed and the proposed sites does not contain or affect a historic place listed in the National Register of Historic Places. The State Historic Preservation Officer has determined there are no properties of architectural, historic, or archaeological significance which would be affected by the proposed project. El VII. COMPLIANCE WITH THE WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS ACT The discharge point for the proposed wastewater treatment plant is the Lumber River. This river is included in the Wild and Scenic Rivers Inventory List for North Carolina. However, the proposed project will not significantly change the quantity, quality, or flow characteristics of the river as the flow of the Lumber River is many times in excess of the discharge of the proposed plant. The North Carolina Department of Health and Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation has indicated in a letter dated November 17, 1995 that the proposed plant will not cause a problem with the Lumber River State Park. Also a biological assessment was completed by Dr. J.H. Carter III and Associates on October 13, 1995 which indicated the proposed project would have no significant impacts on natural resources of concern or protected species. VI11. COMPLIANCE WITH THE ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT J.H. Carter III and Associates conducted a Preliminary Biological Assessment for the project area and has determined that the project will not have significant impacts on natural resources or protected species. This assessment is attached as Appendix A. IX. COMPLIANCE WITH FARMLAND PROTECTION ACT AND DEPARTMENTAL REGULATION 9500-3, LAND USE POLICY RECD has analyzed the project's potential impacts on important land resources covered by these regulations (see section IV). The conclusion was reached that there could possibly be indirect impacts of important farmland as result of the project. The mitigation requirements were also discussed in section IV. X. COMPLIANCE WITH EXECUTIVE ORDER 11988, FLOODPLAIN MANAGEMENT, AND EXECUTIVE ORDER 11990, PROTECTION OF WETLANDS The project potential impacts on floodplains and wetlands was analyzed and discussed in section IV of this report. The conclusion was reached that there could be direct and indirect impacts to floodplains and wetlands. The mitigation requirements were also discussed in section IV. XI. COMPLIANCE WITH COASTAL BARRIER RESOURCES ACT This project will not be located within the Coastal Barrier Resources System. XI1. STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT The state of North Carolina does have a State Environmental Policy Act. However, on a federal action where an environmental assessment is performed no further reviews are required by the State. XI11. CONSULTATION REQUIREMENTS OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372, INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW OF FEDERAL PROGRAMS The Intergovernmental Review process has been followed. See attached Clearinghouse Comments. Comments included concerns for endangered species, important farmland, wetlands, and floodplains. All have been addressed in other sections of this assessment. X 11� 5 XIV. ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS OF PARTICIPATING FEDERAL AGENCY No other environmental assessments have been prepared by any participating Federal agency in this project. XV. REACTION TO PROJECT Public hearings have not been held concerning this project. No adverse reaction has been noted. XVI. CUMULATIVE IMPACTS The project as proposed will provide much needed sewer improvements for the residents of Town of Fairmont. No other cumulative impacts are expected as a result of this project. XV1I. ADVERSE IMPACTS Several minor adverse impacts may be associated with this project. These impacts are identified below: A. Some possible erosion and sedimentation during construction. B. Some localized decrease in air quality around construction. C. Some pipeline construction will occur in floodplains and wetlands at stream and swamp crossings. D. Potential for some indirect conversion of prime and important farmland, floodplains, and wetlands. No major adverse impacts have been identified for the project. All the major impacts 'are positive and related to the improved health and quality of life for residents of the service area. XVIII. ALTERNATIVES There are no other sites or designs that would have less impact on the environment than the project as proposed. Several alternatives were considered for the site of the treatment plant. The original site was located between Pea Ridge Road (S.R. 2244) and the Lumber River. Following execution of the option for this property, the Town was contacted by the Division of Parks and Recreation and informed that the property along Pea Ridge Road had been designated as a proposed State Park headquarters. Asa result the Town relinquished its option on this site and looked in other areas. The proposed site is located between Pea Ridge Road and S.R. 2245. The Division of Parks and Recreation has indicated this site will not adversely affect their plans for the area. Also considered was the modification of the existing treatment plant. However, as previously mentioned, the existing plant discharges into the Pittman Mill Branch which Is a low flow stream. The construction of a new plant at this site does not guarantee the resolution of the toxicity problems due to the lack of dilution. Another alternative considered was to pump to the City of Lumberton. This option was cost prohibited. Still another alternative considered was a Land Application system. This option was discovered to be cost prohibited and environmentally unsafe because of the high water table in the area and the possibility of groundwater contamination. 6 Another alternative could be to do nothing. This alternative is not acceptable to the residents of the Fairmont. XIX. MITIGATION MEASURES A. All permits required by state and local government (i.e. burning, SexE, etc.) shall be obtained prior to the beginning of construction. B. Final specifications will require equipment utilized on the project to operate within emissions limits as established by the State, for construction equipment. C. All vegetation cleared will be hauled to the county landfill or otherwise properly disposed of. D. Solid wastes shall not be buried or burned on site or disposed of into storm drains, sanitary waters, streams or waterways. All waste shall be removed from the site and disposed of in a manner complying with local ordinances and anti pollution laws. E. Impact on Farmland: To minimize future impacts on prime and important farmland the Town will be required to adopt the following mitigation measure: TOWN OF FAIRMONT RESTRICTION ON FUTURE SEWER SERVICE AND SITE SELECTION TO PROTECT FARMLAND. The sewer system will not Install future service taps for NEW construction outside of the town limits to non-agricultural or residential development without first determining if the site contains important farmlands and then if it does the written concurrence of the USDA, Rural Economic and Community Development must be obtained. The town further agrees to select future facility sites to avoid conversion of important farmland. F. impact on Floodplains: To minimize future impacts on floodplains the Town be required to adopt the following mitigation measure: TOWN OF FAIRMONT RESTRICTION ON FUTURE SEWER SERVICE AND SITE SELECTION TO PROTECT FLOODPLAINS. The sewer system will not install future service taps for NEW construction located on identified floodplains. G. Impact on Wetlands: To minimize future impacts on wetlands the Town will be required to adopt the following mitigation measure: TOWN OF FAIRMONT RESTRICTION ON FUTURE WATER SERVICE AND SITE SELECTION TO PROTECT WETLANDS. The sewer system will not install future service taps for NEW construction located on Identified wetlands. The above restrictions will become effective upon the completion of the proposed construction project. L XX. CONSISTENCY WITH RECD ENVIRONMENTAL POLICIES This project is consistent with the Agency's environmental policies and the State Office's Natural Resource Management Guide. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATIONS The following recommendations shall be completed: a. Based on an examination and review of the foregoing information and such supplemental information attached hereto, I recommend that the approving official determine that this project will not have a significant affect on the quality of the human environment. b. I recommend that the approving official make the following compliance determinations for the below listed environmental requirements. Not in In Compliance Compliance X Clean Air Act X Federal Water Pollution Control Act X Safe Drinking Water Act Section X Endangered Species Act N/A Coastal Barrier Resources Act N/A Coastal Zone Management Act Section 307(c))1) and (2) X Wild and Scenic Rivers Act X National Historic Preservation Act X Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act X Executive Order 11988, Floodplain Management X Executive Order 11990, Protection of Wetlands X Farmland Protection Policy Act X Departmental Regulation 9500-3, Land Use Policy X State Office Natural Resource Management Guide :, c. 1 have reviewed and considered the types and degrees of adverse environmental Impacts identified by this assessment. I have also analyzed the proposal for its consistency with RECD environmental policies, particularly those related to important farmland protection, and have considered the potential benefits of the proposal. Based upon a consideration and balancing of these factors, I recommend from an environmental standpoint that the project X be approved. not be approved because of the attached reasons. gn ture o4-0 • • � oncurring UlVci-aff— &DAte STATE ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATOR'S REVIEW I have reviewed this environmental assessment and supporting documentation. Following are my positions regarding the adequacy and the recommendations reached by the prepared. For any matter in which I do not concur, my reasons are attached as Exhibit . Do Not Concur Concur X Adequate Assessment j� Environmental Impact Determinations X Compliance Determinations Project Recommendation 7�� kl. Av-e-� - 114 AY (V gnature of State nviron enta or orator Date ' DA-FmiLk -arm FmHA 1940-20 ev. 1-92) Position 3 / FORM APPROVED OMB NO. 0675-0094 REQUEST FOR ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION I Name of Project J Fairmont Vabtewater iftroyetae Location .II =a• iiaa a .-cua,al, JLa«, u1 i.ucai r-nvirvnmentai impact statement or Analysis been prepared for this project? O Yes IJ No ❑ Copy attached as EXHIBIT I -A. 1 b. If "No," provide the information requested in Instructions as EXHIBIT I. m 2. The State Historic Preservation Officer (SHOP) has been provided a detailed project description and has been requested to submit p comments to the appropriate FmHA Office. $] Yes ❑ No Date description submitted to SHPO July 24, 1995 ,n 3. Are any of the following land uses or environmental resources either to be affected by the proposal or located within or adjacent to the project site(s)? (Check appropriate box for every item of the following.checklist). Yes No Unknown Yes No Unknown Industrial ............................................. ❑ ❑ 18. Beaches........................................................... ❑ ® f ❑ Commercial........................... ❑ ❑ 19. Dunes .................................................. IV Residential........................................... K1 ❑ ❑ 20. Estuary............................................................ O $1 O Agricultural ......................................... ® O ❑ 21. Wetlands......................................................... M ❑ ❑ Grazing................................................. ❑ O ® 22. Floodplain...................................................... JP ❑ O Mining, Quarrying ............................. ❑ O 23. Wilderness..................................................... ❑ %] ❑ (designated or proposed under the Wilderness Forests .................................................. ® O ❑ Act) 24. Wild or Scenic River .................................... 0 ❑ O Recreational ........................................ ® ❑ ❑ (proposed or designated under the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act) Transportation .................................... ® ❑ ❑ 25. Historical, Archeological Sites .................. ❑ O (Listed on the National Register of Historic Parks.....................................................7 ❑ ❑ Places or which may be eligible for listing) liospitals.............................................. ❑ 2 ❑ 26. Critical Habitats............................................ 07 ❑ (endangeredlthreatened species) Schools................................................. O ❑ 27. Wildlife........................................................... IV ❑ O Openspaces ........................................ E Cl O 28. Air Quality ..................................................... ❑ 11 ❑ Aquifer Recharge Area ..................... ❑ ❑ 29. Solid Waste Management ............................ ❑ 11 ❑ 30. Energy Supplies ............................................ Cl$1 ❑ Steep Slopes ........................................ ❑ LK ❑ 31. Natural Landmark ......................................... ❑ X O Wildlife Refuge .................................. ❑ Ek O (Listed on National Registry of Natural Landmarks) Shoreline .............................................. ❑ O 32. Coastal Barrier Resources System. ............ ❑ r ❑ m 4. Are any facilities under your ownership, lease, or supervision to be utilized in the accomplishement of this project, either listed or under consideration for listing on the Environmental Protection Agency's List of Violating Facilities? ❑ Yes ® No ` 6 — 1G 70 Signed: (Date) (Ap'plicanrf (Ma/yoZr— I Town of Fairmont (Title) Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 10 to 40 hours per response. Including the time for reviewing in- structions, searching existing data sources, gatheringand maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send commen is regarding this burden estimate or any oter aspect of this collection of information, includin suggestions for reducing this burden, to Depart- ment of Agriculture Clearance Officer, OIRM, Room 404-W Washington, Iuction Project (OJIM No. 0575.0094). Washington, D.C.20903. Please D.C. 20260; and to the O14ice of Management and Budget, Paperwork Re- DO NOT RETURN this form to either of these addresses. Forward to FmHA only. M 114w/ EXHIBIT I 1. Primary -Beneficiaries OCT 1 7 1995 The proposed project includes the annexation of five areas adjacent to the existing Fairmont Town limits. These areas contain existing residential and commercial users. The provision of wastewater service will be a benefit to future residential, commercial and industrial users in these areas. In addition, if the wastewater treatment plant is located near the Lumber River as planned, a force main carrying untreated wastewater will be required from the existing site of the Fairmont wastewater treatment plant to the Lumber River plant site. Several miles of property on both sides of the force main route will have a possibility of access to wastewater treatment. The school at Orrum is currently under an SOC to resolve its wastewater problems. It is anticipated that the school will tie on to the proposed system. The communities of Orrum, Proctorville and Boardman will have access to the new wastewater treatment plant as proposed. Both Columbus and Bladen Counties have expressed interest in using the proposed wastewater treatment plant located at the Lumber River for wastewater disposal. The proposed wastewater treatment plant could serve as a regional facility for the overall benefit of the area. 2. Area Description a. The overall project area would consist of the presently incorporated and annexed areas of the Town of Fairmont and the wastewater treatment plant site of approximately five to 10 acres. Two plant sites are presently under consideration. The preferred site is located near the Lumber River and is currently owned by the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The secondary site is located in the designated industrial park area outside of Fairmont. In the event that the river site is chosen, a non -treated wastewater force main will be required from the existing Fairmont WWTP's site to the plant site near the Lumber River, a distance of approximately 11 miles. In this event, an additional force main will be required to convey treated effluent from the proposed plant site approximately one mile to the Lumber River. Should the secondary industrial park site be chosen, a treated effluent force main will be required from the wastewater plant approximately 10 miles to the discharge point in the Lumber River. The terrain of the project area is flat with very little relief. Present land uses of the area range from residential, commercial and industrial near and in the Town of Fairmont, agricultural, residential and institutional (Orrum school) along the proposed force main route and recreational near the Lumber River (The proposed discharge site is near the proposed Lumber River State Park). In addition to these uses, there are forested areas and wetlands which are located near the proposed facilities. b. Effect on Resources in Item #3. 1. Industrial. The proposed wastewater treatment system will provide improved wastewater service to existing industries. It will also provide additional wastewater treatment capacity so that the area may attract new industries. This area of Robeson County has been designated an Enterprise Community and an Enpowerment Zone. Development of these areas are considered a high priority nationally. 2. Commercial. The proposed facility will provide improved wastewater service to existing commercial establishments in the Town of Fairmont. Annexation of new areas will stimulate additional commercial growth in the area. 3. Residential. The proposed facilities will provide improved wastewater service to existing and future residents of the Town of Fairmont. In addition it will provide wastewater service to existing and future residents of the areas to be annexed and may allow access to residents living in the On -urn and Boardman areas. 4. Agricultural. The proposed project should not directly impact a significant amount of agricultural land. The proposed treatment plant will likely be built on land currently not used for agricultural purposes. The force main from the Town of Fairmont to the Lumber River area will pass by but should not impact agricultural lands. If the DOT plant site is chosen, the effluent force main from the plant to the river may cross land currently under agricultural use but should have little or no permanent affect on this use. 7. , Forests. The currently proposed WWTP sites are not forested. The proposed force mains will run along highway rights -of -way from the Fairmont area to the Lumber River area. Should the DOT site be chosen, the effluent force main discharging to the river will traverse a small area of forest adjacent to the river. It is anticipated that these impacts will be minimal. S. Recreational. The North Carolina Department of Parks and Recreation currently proposes to obtain land and build a State Park adjacent to the Lumber River south of US #74 in the area of the proposed discharge. If the DOT plant site is chosen, the effluent force main will cross the proposed park area but should have little or no impact on recreational uses of the facility. 9. Transportation. The wastewater force main from the Fairmont area to the Lumber River will be laid along existing road rights -of -way. During the construction period, traffic along these roads may be minimally affected. Growth of the Fairmont area will result in more automobiles in the area. No significant impacts on transportation of the area are foreseen. 10. Parks. The North Carolina Department of Parks and Recreation proposes to build the Lumber River State Park adjacent to the Lumber River south of US #74 in the area of the proposed plant site and discharge. The initial proposed WWTP site was on land sought by the State of North Carolina for the park. Because of opposition to the project caused by this conflict, the Town of Fairmont is currently seeking alternate sites for construction for the WWTP. Although the effluent force main from the proposed plant might traverse future park property, the impacts should be minimal. 2 M 12. Schools. Existing schools in the Fairmont area will receive the benefit of improved wastewater treatment. Addition wastewater capacity will be available for the expansion or location of new schools in the area. The proposed wastewater force main will go by the Orrum school which is currently under an SOC for its difficulties with wastewater disposal. It is anticipated that the school will tie in to the proposed system, thereby eliminating its wastewater treatment problems. 13. Open Spaces. There are areas along the proposed force main route that could be considered open spaces. The project should have no impact on any such spaces. 21. Wetlands. Portions of land at and near the Lumber River as well as small areas near the Town of Fairmont are considered wetlands. Avoidance of the disturbance of wetlands is a primary concern in locating sites for construction. There should be minimal disturbance of wetlands by the proposed project. It is inevitable that the force main will cross some wetland areas. Care will be taken in design and construction to minimize any negative impacts to these areas (See J.H. Carter and Associates report, Appendix A). 22. Flood Plain. The 100 year flood plain encompasses most areas within several miles of the Lumber River near the proposed discharge point. While the flood plain is very large, anticipated flood depths are very shallow. The proposed force main will necessarily be in the 100 year flood plain at some points. The proposed WWTP sites are not in the 100 year flood plain. There should be minimal impact to the flood plain by this project. 24. Wild or Scenic River. The Lumber River is designated as a wild and scenic river. This designation will be taken into account by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management in permitting the discharge into the river. Environmental impacts to the river are being studied to ensure the nature of the river is not changed. 27. Wildlife. Wildlife occurs in all areas of the project including the Town of Fairmont and its environs: the force main route, the potential plant site and the river into which the plant will discharge. Biological surveys have been made of all areas including the river. There should be minimal impacts to wildlife by this project (See J.H. Carter & Associates report, Appendix A). 3. Air Oualitx a. No specific air quality data is available for the Fairmont area. Appendix B contains air quality data gathered by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management for the surrounding area. b. The proposed W WTP facilities should produce only small amounts of air emissions. These will come from open wastewater treatment tanks. There should be negligible effects from the discharge. There may be some odor associated with the treatment plant. The proposed DOT location is well buffered from other inhabited areas and should cause no odor problems. A well run WWTP treating largely domestic effluent should not produce a great deal of odor. 3 There are no existing air emission problems with benefited users. Any new industries will be required to meet air quality and permitting standards of the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management. The area currently enjoys excellent air quality. This project should not result in a significant degradation of this quality. C. Topographical and meteorological conditions of the area should not hinder the disbursal of air emissions. d. Air emission controls will be implemented where required by the Division of Environmental Management per applicable permits. 4. Water Qualify a. Appendix C contains a partial analysis of groundwater used as a potable water source for the Town of Fairmont. The water is of excellent quality. The pH is normally around 7.3. No iron removal is required. Treatment of the water consists of the addition of fluoride and chlorine for disinfection. The Town has no complaints from customers about water quality. b. Fairmont obtains its water from three wells located in the area. These wells currently are pumped at the rates of 600, 500 and 450 gpm. A local well driller has informed the Town that could they withdraw more from these wells by increasing pump sizes. The area has an excellent source of groundwater. Additional wells could be added as needed to increase the water supply. It is anticipated that the wastewater treatment plant will be sized to discharge a maximum of 2 mgd. Water requirements for the Town of Fairmont will be larger than the permitted capacity of the WWTP. The groundwater supply is adequate for any foreseeable needs. C. The proposed WWTP will discharge up 2 m d o treated wastewater into the Lumber River. The Lumber River at the proposed disch oint is classified as C-Swamp waters. The North Carolina Division of Environmental Management was contacted earlier this year to request speculative limits for the discharge. Appendix D contains a letter from DEM to the Town of Fairmont with speculative discharge limits for the WWTP. The water discharge from the plant should be of quality equal to or better than the proposed discharge limits. The wastewater entering the proposed treatment plant will be a mixture of domestic and industrial wastewater. The characteristics of future industries cannot be speculated upon at this time. New industries will be screened to prevent the discharge of wastewater which will be harmful to the treatment process and cause conflict with the NPDES discharge limits. d. Wastewater entering the proposed WWTP will be subjected to various means of treatment. The wastewater will be screened and degritted, aerated, clarified, disinfected, reaerated, and pumped to the discharge point. If chlorine is used for disinfection, dechlorination will be required to eliminate the toxic effects of chlorine in the effluent. It is anticipated that the mode of treatment will be extended aeration which is a conservative design that should easily meet the proposed discharge limits. 4 F W5 e. The treatment system will be adequate for the requirements of the project. f. Surface runoff from any construction related to the project will be managed in accordance with erosion and sedimentation control measures as well as stormwater regulations. Surface runoff should not be a problem, however, some temporary runoff might occur during construction. 5. Solid Waste Management The Town currently collects solid wast.c8for residents. Commercial waste is collected by a contractor. All waste is disposed of in the Robeson County landfill. It is anticipated that the County will continue to provide disposal for solid waste. 6. Transportation a. The Fairmont area is served by rail and a network of highways and secondary roads. Fairmont is located very close to I-95 and US #74. b. No new transportation patterns are anticipated to arise as a result of the proposed project. C. Not applicable. d. No capacities of the existing transportation system should be exceeded as a result of the project. 7. Noise a. There should be only minimal noise impacts from the proposed project. The WWTP will be located either in an isolated forested area or in an industrial area. The noise from the WWTP will not be offensive at either site. Construction noise of a temporary nature will have the greatest impact with this project. Industries which might locate in the area in the future will have unknown noise impacts. b. No land uses should be significantly affected by project noise. 8. Historic/Archaeological Proper -ties a. There are no known areas of historic or archaeological significance related to the proposed project. Appendix E contains a letter from the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources. David Brook, Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer, concurs with this after a review of the project. b. Not applicable (See Appendix E). 9. Wildlife and Endangered Species 5 a. The project area has been subjected to a survey by J.H. Carter & Associates, Consulting Biologists. Wildlife resources are addressed in their report as contained in Appendix A. b. Endangered and threatened species and critical habitats are addressed in the report by J.H. Carter & Associates, Consulting Biologists, as contained in Appendix A. 10. Energy_ a. The Town of Fairmont energy sources consist of electricity and stored fossil fuel products. The Town does not have access to natural gas at this time. There is a natural gas pipeline in the general area. b. The supply of energy to the Town of Fairmont is not specifically limited. The proposed facilities and their beneficiaries should cause no problems with energy supplies. 11. Construction Construction of the project will be performed in accordance with the requirement for erosion and sedimentation control plans. The relatively flat nature of the area will reduce the possibility of erosion. Construction noise will be abated by the utilization of properly maintained equipment. Most construction will take place in isolated areas where noise pollution will not be of concern. 12. Toxic Substances a. The Town of Fairmont is presently having some difficulty with toxicity of its current wastewater discharge. Testing is being performed to identify the source of the toxicity. There are no known toxic hazardous or radioactive substances being utilized by project beneficiaries. The proposed WWTP may utilize chlorine for disinfection but will be required to dechlorinate prior to discharge. Location of the WWTP discharge will allow a great deal of dilution of the wastewater at discharge and should reduce or eliminate the toxic effects of the wastewater effluent. b. Any toxic, hazardous or radioactive substances utilized by the WWTP or primary beneficiaries will be stored in accordance with all environmental regulations. 13. Public Reaction a. Primary objections to the proposed project have resulted from the original intent to build a wastewater treatment plant on lands slated to become part of the Lumber River State Park. Other sites are now being considered for the location of the WWTP. No other major objections have been raised. b. There has not been a public hearing held regarding this project at this time. 6 C. The proposed project has been the subject of major discussions in the Town Council for several months. In addition, some newspaper articles have been printed about the Town's wastewater situation. The project has been discussed in meetings of the Lumber River Council of Governments and other interested groups. The possible annexation of areas as proposed in the project has been a frequent subject of discussion in Town Council meetings and the general area. 14. Alternatives to the Proposed Project a. Alternative Locations. There have been several alternatives considered for the location of the proposed WWTP. The original intent was to locate the plant at the Lumber River on land which has been planned for an eventual Lumber River State Park. Objections raised to this location have prompted the Town to look for alternative sites. The alternatives presently under consideration are the industrial park area just outside of Town and an area approximately one mile from the Lumber River which is currently owned by NCDOT. The NCDOT tract is preferred at this point. b. The system design will be modified as needed to meet the requirements imposed by the eventual plant site location. It is currently anticipated that an extended aeration process will be utilized in the WWTP. C. In addition to the proposed project, consideration has been given to the -following alternatives: 1. No action. 2. Land application of wastewater. 3. Expansion of wastewater plant at current discharge location. After careful consideration, the proposed project best meets the needs of the community and area. 15. Mitigation Measures Mitigation of negative environmental impacts will be accomplished by predesign planning to avoid such impacts, by proper facility design to meet environmental requirements and by utilization of proper construction methods. An example of this approach is the relocation of the plant site to avoid environmental controversy surrounding the proposed Lumber River State Park site. All construction will be subject to erosion and sedimentation control regulations. Design of pipelines and facilities will be performed to minimize any impact on wetlands, flood plains, forested areas and agricultural lands. 16. Permits a. An authorization to construction facilities will be required by the Division of 11-- Environmental Management. An erosion and sedimentation control permit will be required for 7 M construction. A wetlands permit may be required depending on the extent of wetlands encroachment. b. Delineation of wetlands is being performed by J.H. Carter & Associates. No other permits have currently been applied for. 17. Other Federal Actions The proposed project area is in an Enterprise Community and an Enpowerment Zone as designated by the Federal Government. While no specific action other than this project are currently proposed, this project helps to meet the goals of these programs. 8 XORTH CAROLINA STATE CLEARINGHOUSE DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION 114 WEST JONES STREET 09-05-95 RALE IGH NORTH CAROLINA 27503-8003 i i I i INTERGOVERNMENTAL REVIEW COMMENTS M;,LEP, TG ! T,'—,IWv OF FAIR`".ONIT h-E Lti'l L U C K L E Y I-AIRMLNlI NC 133407OZ43 UJ=C I VESC:1IP, rION FROM M1RS• CHRYS BAGG TT DIRECTOR N C STATE CLEAR NGHOUSE PRG'PGSEI? CCjNSTRUCTI,ON OF A NEW WASTcWATER TREATMENT PLANT AN A PUMPING SYSTI?M THAT WILL DISCHARGE INTO THE LUMBER RIVER A A EAT_NSIO"�1 Cf S9f'ER SERVICE TO FIVE AREAS TO BE ANNEXED EY TOON SAi NIL- 6C�000 ' iC0 � '� � 6b C, DA NO — 10418 TH-- AbUVE PROJLT HAS BEEN SUBMITTED TO THE NORTH CAROLINA IN t tktaLVE-R NMtN �AL REVIEW PROCESS. AS A RESULT OF THE REVIEW H x THE FOLLOWING 6 E is su6mi"rTED 1( ). NO COMMENTS WERE RECEIVED ( X) COMMENTS ATTACHED WHICH CONSTITUTE THE SLATS PROCESS RECOMMENDATION I ShUUi� YOU HAV� ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL S TNI - OFt-ICE t�lli -- 33 TZ32 THESE Cuil,rLN I S ARc V�LIU �UNT'IL 09-05-98 f OR THIS I REVIEW* IF HE PROJECT IS i FOR i�U-LADING AFTER THIS DATE? PLEASE RESUBMIT FOR kEYIEW+ I Note to Rural Economic & CommWtyi':Development: The N.C. Department of Environment, Health & Natural'Resoarces would like for an-envirorimental assessment to be prepared.for this proposal and submitted to the State Clearinghouse for intergovernmental review. C.C. REGIO"'.! ti RECD, Lumberton Will Buie, F obbs, Upchurch & Associates I Pest4t" Fax Note 7671 To - ► Co./Dept. Co. .. Phoned Fax # M i To: From: ' Through: DIVISION OF ENVIRONMEMAL MANACEMENi' August 24,1995 Monica sw;nart P4 --� n Susan, Wilson Calla Sanderson Re Din Safrit Ruth Swanek la:.3 Dave Goodrich (�ne11a�1Mcf� u� Subject: F ianont WVVTP Expansion PWirninary Engineering Report 1 NCO021059 Robeson County The Technical Support Branch (TSB) has reviewed the ppa�liminary engineeri the Fairmoo t WWTP expansion to 1.75 MGD. The follow; comments are the Town's!further consideration: se be aware .tliat in formal application for an NPDES permit, an en.' natives analysis will have to be submitted. As of this analysis, I have to be provided with regard to spry irrigation (land 'cation; rewater. Loading rates and soil anal sis should .be rovid4 lon i fled cost anal sis as outlined in the Division's or • t _ .. t In �ection VI. the. selected alternative is a puiuPing system and the consl ne , wastewater treatment plaint at the Lumber River approximately one of U.S. HWY U.' Section VIL discusses the alternate site for the treaW the' Fairmont Industrial Park due to conflicts with the N.C. Department and Recreation's plans forME at the Lumber River site. According to analysis. submitted as part report, the site at Fairmont appears to 1 ecgnomically feasible. In light of conflicts with Parks and Recreation' 1 the; outcome of the cost analysis the Technical Support Branch encourag Of the alternative site at the Fairmont Industrial Park for the wastewater t plat. If h further evaluation the Fairmont Industrial 'ark Site is not found tv 1 fe . ible alternative, the Town should provide more detailed explanation en ironmental consequences for m g the existing pit and subset dischar a to the Lumber River. Also, ' yanthe optionto locate the plant on is Faijrmont and the Lumber Diver (near Orrum) should be furdmw evaluate explained in detail. ` Please inc udc this information as part of the final engineering report and prior to apnlicatio for an NPDES permit. cc: Faye vine Regional Office Centr Files t for for the �a fiction of a pile south at plant at of Parks the cost the most ins and s pursuit the most i between and -- �_•-ar.u1112 State of North Caraltrta Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Leg'slative fix' Intergovernmental Affairs James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary Henry M. Lancaster II, Director MEMORANDUM I i TO: Chrys Baggett Sitate Clearinghouse FROM: Melba McGee 4 ' Review Coordinator ID E H NFZ RE: q6-0066 Fairmont WWTP Expansion, Robeson County DATE: August 30,1995 �(OEiVE D S F 5 5995 N.C. ST TE CLEARINGHOUSE Divisions v ithin the Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Re; with project officials on June 21,1995 contenting the referenced proposal. I presented at the meeting identified the construction of the plant at the Lumbe the preferred alternative. As part of this review, we find the Town of Fairmo to recognize this alternative as their preferred. While this is probably a prop( could proceed with adequate planning, this department continues to object to Fairmont's preferred alternative. As previously discussed with project offich preferred alternative would be in conflict with the Division of Parks and Rect master plan for development of a state park. This issue is obviously of great to this depar ent. Our primary concern atithis point is to continue to coordinate with the Tor Fairmont. Our divisions have identified strong concerns over the impacts to t environment in the preferred alternative versus locating the wastewater treatn the Fairmont Industrial Park site. We ask that issues raised by our reviewers thorough consideration prior to the preparation of the environmental documes met aver as continues d that e Town of . their tion's I P.. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone 919-733.4984 Eau I-op•--Uu ity AffinYi�tive Action Employer SOT. recycled/ 10% post-eomumer paper Of natural It plant at given Should ML'•MO"DUM I TO: Melba Mct3ce Ufliee of Legislative & Intergovernmental Affairs FROM: Franklin T. McBride, Manager �y Habitat Conservation Program DATE: August 25, 1995 SUBJECT: Notification of Intent to Apply for Assistance • Preliminary Report forTown of Fairmont wastewater collection and trot improvements, Robeson County, North Carolina, project # staff' biologists with the Wildlife Resources Commission has reviewed o subject en iWildlif report. Our comments ate provided in accordance with provisions f the rich and Wildlife Coordination Act (49 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S,C.ronmental licy Act 661 et. soq, , the Clean Water Act of 1977 (as amended) and the North Carolina p (G.S. 113A 1 et seq., as amended; 1 NCAC-25). Envi The Town ofFainnont's wastewater treatment toxicity test requirements since 1993 and is currentlyOperatingstem l undera Special rder of Consent. Discharge to Pittman Mill Branch, a small stream with 7Q10 of only (� 001 CFS, has contributed to toxicity failures, In addition to toxicity shortcomings, undersire and deterivrptOd pipes hav0caused problems with infiltration and inflow, The T wn's consultants ,�tave recommended that a new 1,75 MGD wastewater treatment p) and distribution eystem with discharge to the Lumber River near Boardman be const acted as a added, a facility, While the faculty is to be constructed so that tertiary fihrattoopp can be added, tertiary treatment is not proposed at this time. Tho Lumber River is desikrtated a Natural and ;Scenic River and is classified C Sw in the project area. Also, the L fiber River supports one of North Carolina's most Outstanding redbreast sunfish fishorties. Downstream of Boardman this year, wildlife enforcement officers observed angf rs catching redbreast weighing up to 2 lbs. 1'he alp lication describes an area on SR 2245 along the Lumber River as�the preferred site for wastewater treatment construction. The N.C. Department of p4s and Recreation, howevor, has designated this area as part of their master plait for development Project No. 96- 0066 2 August 25, 1995 In a statetria park. Consequently, an alternative plant site has been identified Industrial Park. fled at Faitmant's Pot i fntial adverse impacts. to 11sh and wildlife resources include loss of ri tui• wetland habitat a9sociatcd with the Lumber River eonstmetion site loss o P habitat to pipeline construction, and Lumber River water ualit decl' f wetland wastewater; dischArge. To tamtm�xa these �mpaCts, we roc9om � 1rie dur, to added modifications: mend the followin project Locate the wastewater treatment plant at the Fairmonthi - This site should minimize riparian wetland impacts as well as � ark site, incornpatibility with the state park. ca flicts of z. I r.acate new pipelin construction along existing road right -of. -ways minirnize impacts to wctlAntl&• ,4,n. necessary to c►on.�►tructad e Y a�,stream crossings should be required withinpendlCular to the to minimize the amount f. work he riparian corridor. 3 • Provi& tertiary treatment for wastewater. The Lumber Natural and Scenic River and its outstandim redbRiver'AS tatus as a w�►rrant this higher Laval of water quality 9 Ast sunf sunfish fi4ery a ty protection. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Ug ro'ect. If you these comments or need additional assistance, please call Bennett y need to discuss 522.97,6. ett Wynne at (919) B W/fin State of North' Carolina Department, of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division Of Forest Resources James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary Griffiths Forestry Center 2411 Old US 70 West Clayton, North Carolina 27520 August 7,1995 MEMORANDUM TO: IAelba McGee,bffice of Legislative Affairs FROM: Don H, Robbins; Staff Forester N^ SUBJECT: Town of Fairmont Preliminary Engineering Report for W WTP County PROJECT # 96-0066 DUE DATE: 8-25-95 i We have reviewed the above subject document and have the following continents: The report does not address any impacts to woodland. During the June 21,1995 m project it was learned that some limited impacts to woodland would occur and they addressed in the EA document. 2. We have no objections to the Town upgrading their system We would like woodland 3. We would not be in favor of Alternative D (# 4), Land Application of Waste Water. 3. We need more information concerning this project. I pc: Warren Boyette- CO File in Robeson on this be P.O. Box 27607, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone 919-733-2162 FAX 919.733-0138 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50%recycled/ 10%post-consumer paper :=On nC RRF.AS & RECREATION`�.[NDAEE ULOG. 11. 17. 1995 1@ p, 1 State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division at Parks & Recreation James B, Hunt, Jr„ Governor Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary Dr. Philip X. McKneily, Director November 17, 1995 Mr. William R, Buie Hobbs, Upchurch and Associates P.O. Box 1737 Southern Pines, North Carolina 2g3g8 Dear Mr, Buie: Thank you for your letter updating us on the plans for the proposed Fairmont Wastewater Treatment Plant. The new site to the west of Pea Ridge Road, combined with the access road from SR 2244, is outside the master -planned boundaries of the Lumber River Stato Park. Impacts to the park from the new site would be significantly less than the previously proposed site. We still have some concerns with regard to odor and the proposed discharge line, but we believe these impacts can be minimized in the project's design process. We appreciate the Town's efforts to protect the park from unnecessary impacts. We look forward to working with you further during the design phase. Since -rely, Carol A. Tingley y ` CAT/gsr cc: James Sessoms, Superintendent Lumber River State Park P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Corofina 77611.7667 Telephone 919-733.4161 FAX 919-716-3086 An EquC40PPOrtunify Alf1mCMV6 AC96A Empteynr 60% tecyeled/ 1 V% pwt-cgnwmer paper ••• ENO •.. mo- ME4 MO.. DIVISION OF PARKS AND RECREATION August 25, 1995 TO: Melba McGee Pffice: of Legislative and Intergovernmental Affairs FROM: �arol Tingley, Chief 0, Planning and' Natural Resources Secti SUBJECT: Town Hof Fairmont Improvements to WWTP, Robeson County: The Division of Parks and Recreation has reviewed the Preliminary Engineering rt for the Wastewater. Treatment Plant. for the Town of Fairmont in Robeson County. The ivision does not object to t�e discharge of effluent into the Lumber River. However, the Di ision strongly objects to the referred location of the treatment Want ad'acent to the Lumber River in the Pea P 3 Ridge area. e oppose building the treatment plant at Yea Ridge foar these reasons: 1. The roval of the wastewater treatment plant at this site would be in coin, lict with state park facilities previously planned at Pea Ridge. These facilities are identified in the Lumbar River. State Park master plan; environmental documentation for this plan is complete and has been approved by the public and the State Clearinghou In 1981, following preparation of a feasibility study by the Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources (DEHNR) and preceded by years of tremendous public suppo the ;Lumber River was designated as a component of the N.C. Na and Scenic Rivers 'ystem by the N.C. General Assembly. At the same time, the G Assembly autho " the establishment of the Lumber River State Park in accordance with the State Parks Act of 1987. In 1990, the Lumber River State Park Advisory Committee was appointed by the Secretary of the DEHNR to help guide the planning and drvelopment of the par . The committee raised funds from local citizens and obtained a $40 000 matching grant f rom the Carolina Power and Light Company for the preparation o a park master plan. The plan was prepared by the N. C. State University and was approved by Secretary Howe in July 1994. An Environmental Assessment for the Lumber River State Park Maste flan was produced by the Division and received final approval from the State Cieari &house in April 1994. � V ! 1 - 1 Melba McGee ! Page 2 August 25, 19�,5 ; 2. The approval of the yastewater treatment plant at the Pea Ridge site woul have adverse impacts' on a state project that already involves the investment of significan public funds. I ! Since the park's establishment, the Division has received four grants totaX ing over $1.6 million Trom the Natural Heritage Trust Fund for land acquisition along river; 2,1.39 acres hove been acquired so far, with several additional acquisitions pendin . In addition, over. $1.0 million were allocated for the Lumber River State Park land a uisition in the 1993 State Parks Bond referendum. These monies are designated for imp ementation of Phase 11 of the park master plan, which includes acquisition of the park's m or access area at Pea Ridge. Public funds are now being spent on Phase I acquisition an development .for the _umber River State Park along the southern section of the river; wl are currently working with the State Property Office to acquire sufficient property a(I Pea Ridge to imp.leth! cnt the master plan. This property includes the proposed wastelater treatment plant site. 3. Pea R ' ge was designated as the park's major development site on the soutt, ern end of the river because it is the only site large enough for a major access area on at part of the river. Because it is the park's southern headquarters site, Pea Ridge will b the Focus for the development of permanent and extensive visitor facilities along this regic n of the river. Consequently, the ]division anticipates that it will receive significant visit r use. The n),aster plan calls for a visitor center with an office and an auditorium, group and Tamil i canoe and drive-in family camping,maintenance h uarters staff Y,picnicking, Y q residelacilities, 'es, parking, and river access facilities at Pea Ridge. In anticipa on of buitlding these we, have been working with the Department of Transportation on the planned widening of US 74 where it crosses the Lumber River near Pea I 'Age to ensure that thg .roadway design includes a safe access to the park at that location 4. The. proposed location of the wastewater treatment plant, which will in the park campground area, -would permanently degrade the visitor experience at the park, and would igreatly impair our ability to manage the site efficiently and safely. We feel very strongl:,y that such an operation in the interior of the park would be highly detrimental to the pa�k and is incompatible with the park's intended use. There I would be long-term problems with noise, odor, aesthetic al lab it, and vandalism that cannot be easily mitigated. The plant's press our ability to expand and relocate park facilities over the years. In a would .face long-term problems of access through the park for maintenance, construction, repair, and expansion. ance, safety, • would hinder I on, the 'Down nt operad.on, r 1� Melba McGee Page 3 August 25, 1995 The Division strongly objects to the preferred alternative that locates the waste ter treatment plant. at Pea Ridge. This alternative would result in significant impacts to the Lum r River State Park. Becaus� the Pea Ridge park facilities are not yet in place, the impacts of the proposed treatment plant would be later in time, but still reasonably foreseeable (T15 :01C.0100). Therefore, a Finding of No Significant Impact would not be appropriate for a project as currently proposed. However, we would not object to placing the wastewater treat project plant at the Fairmont ' ' strial site;. we feel that the use of this site would address the eo cerns of both the Town and Division. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this p posal. CATIJMEIgsr Stag of Wort"l rolina Department of Environments Health', and'Waturail Rosources Fnenng Office: INTERGOVERNMENTAL R� EVIEW'— PROJECT COMMENTS oject Nber. Due Date: After review of this pro}ecl it has been determined that the EHNR permit(s) and/or approvals indicated may need to be obtained in order for this project to comply with North Carolina Law. Ouestions regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office indicated on the reverse of the form. All applications, information and guidelines relative to these plans and permits are available from the same Normal Process Regional Office. I Tirno �ERMITS SPECIAL. APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REOU;REMENTS (statutory time Permit to construct b ope ate wastewater treatment Application 90 days before begin construction or award Of 30 days fatuities. sewer system a tensions, b sewer construction contracts On -site inspection, Post•applicatio sys!ems not discharging itto state surface waters. technical conference usual (90 days) NPDES - permit to discharge into surface water andlor Application 180 days before begin activity. On -sits inssvea on 90.120 days Germt to operate and construct wastewater facilities Pee -application conference usual. Additionally, obtain perr iit to o• .cnzirging into state surface waters. construct wastewater treatment faciiilypranted after NPD & Reply (NIA) time, 30 days after receipt of plans or issue of NPOES permit -whichever is later. ' 30 days —1 Water Use Pe•mrt I Pre -application technical. conference usually necessary — I (NIA) 7 days r— Vveu-:ori31ruchon Permit i j Complete application, must be received and permit Issued prior to the installation of a wet1. (15 days) Applicatidn't:opy must be served on each adjacent rlparia property 55 days — Dredge and Fill Permit I owner. On -site inspection. Pre -application conference u8u I. Filling r- may require Easement to Fill from N.C. Department of (90 days) Administration and Federal Dredge and Fill Permit. l Parma tb construct b oWate Air Pollution Abatement ��sr-sit -es a•taio- Emission Sources as per 15A NCAC 21t1.0 NIA A -try open bv!ning associale4 with subject proposal must De in compliance wikh 15A NCAC 20.0520. Dem+.;;Illlor. Of renovatio-13 of structures containing asbestos material must b in compliance with 15A r— NCAC 2D.0525 which requires notification and removal NIA prior to Demolition. Contact Asbestos Control Group y ,� 9.733.082D ' , Corrplrsx Source Permit required under 15A NCAC 2D.Ot3170. The Sekl:rnentat►on Pollution Control Act of 1973 must be properly addressed for any land disturbing activity. An erosion 6 sedimeniall0 control plan wilt be ►equir6l if one,or more acres to be disturbed. Plan filed with proper Regional Office (Land Quality ct.) at least 30 .� s riefcre be rnn�n ac wit . A fee of hot the first acre and $20.00 for esch agoiftnal a r or part must ggoompant the plan. Li! The 5@dimentation Pollut n Control Act of 1973 must be addressed with respect to the ►eferrenced Local Ordinance. On -site Inspection usual. Surety bond filed with EHNR. Band amount _ Minina Permit i varies with type mine and number of acres of affected Jar d. Any area — mined greater than one acre must be permited, The apprc priate bond I must be received before the permit can be Issued. !girth Carolina Burning permit On -site Inspection by N.C. Division Forest Resources if p rmil exceeds 4 days I Special Ground Clearance Burning Permit .22 On -site inspection by N.D. Division Forest Resources req Ired "if more u Count ies in coastal N.C. *ith organic soils than five acres of ground clearing activities are involved. nSpec tians should be requested at least tort days before actual burn s olanned.'' 01 Cid Attiring Facilities i Darn Safet; Permit i i I NIA I If permit required, application 60 days before begin cbnt uction. Applicant must hire N.C. qualified engineer to: prepare pl kne. inspect construction, certify construction Is according to EHNR approv. ed plans. May also require permit under mosquito control program. And a 404 permit from Corps of Engineers. An ineWIllon of a to IS neces- sary to verify Hazard Classification. A minimum fee of .00 must ac- company the applloatlon. An auditional proceasinp f0V fsaaed on A percentage or the total Dialect cost will be required uoon comaletion. 60 days (90 days) lip days (80 nays) 20 days 130 davol 130 days) 30 days (80 days) 1 day (NIA) 1 day (NIA) 90-120 days (NIA) 30 days (80 dAy9J Continued on reverse c PERMITS i Permit to 4rill expioratory Oil or gas well Gcoenysical Exploration Pqrmit - i $late Ldke9 ConslreCtion ,ermit .J f `--r Normal Process Timg (stallvoory (ime SPECIAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES or REQUIREMENTS limit) File surety bond of $5.000 with EMNR running to State of N.C. 10 days conditional that any well opened by drill operator Dail, upon (NIA) abandonment; be plugged according to EHNA rules and rCdulaitlions. Application filed with EHNR of least 10 days prior 10 i8flua of permit 10 days Application by letter. No standard applictlitiOrk form. + (NIA) Application fee based on structure size is charged. Must lklude 15-20 days descriptions b drawings of structure d proof of ownership) (NIA) of riparian property. 60 days. 401 Water Quality Conific4tion ,�MCOM �.�%_ NIA (00 days) l 53 dbys _j LAMA Permit for MAjQR develo0ment $2%.00 fee must accompany application I (150 days) 22 days CAMA permit for MINOR levelooment $50.00 fee must accompany application (25 days) -� Several geodetiC (rionumeAls are located in or near the project area. if any monuments need to be moved or destroyed. ,J N.C. Geodetic Survey. Box 27667. Raleigh. N.C. 27611 At)anjrjnment Of any well , if required. must''ba In accordance with Title 15A, SuhChapter 20.0100. Not iflcatio.1 of the proper regional office Is r6quested If "orphan" underground storage tanks (LISTS) are discovered dui u Corso lance w,m 15A NC 2H.1000 (Coastal Slormwater Auies) is re4etlred. • Oiner comments (attach a dhitional pages as; necessary, being certain to cite comment autnority): i notify: any excavation operation. 45 days (NIA) i { i REGIONAL OFFICES Questions regarding these permits should be addressed to the Regional Office marked belovw Asheville Regional Office ❑ Fayetteville As onal Office 59 Woodfin Place Suite 714 Watch e via Building Ashev`Ile. NC 28801 Fayetteville, NC 28301 (704) 51.6208 (219) 486-1641 ❑ Moor svilte Regional Office rat ❑ Ralel h Region �r�rrett brf i Office Suite 101 919 Nkirth Main Street, P.O. Box 950 3800 e, Moora�sville. NC 28115 Aataigh NC Z7 (704) 163.1699 (919) 73S-2314 ; ❑ Wash i ngton Regional ;Office ❑ Wilmington Aa Ionol office 1424 a �arolina'Avenue 127 Cardinal fir a Exlcnsion Wasn ngton. NC 27889 Wilmington, N 28405 (919);6.6481 (919) 39&3900 ❑ Winston-Salem Regional Office 8023 North Point Blvd. Suite 100 Winston-Salem, NC 27106 (919) 896.7007 \11.) i\iA,I,L; R, L,,�K'J SC)I,IZCES i.v ISIO" O1-:.1*N VIp�0NMEN'J`AL E lEA 1. � K County �es Inter-Agency Project Review Responset>�,.�, roecr ►'Marne Type of Project yC'�x0 The applicant should be advised that plans and specifications fo all, water system improvements must'be approved by the Division of Environmental Heal h prior to -the award of a contract or the initiation of construction (as required by 15A NC,A. 18C .0300 et. seq.). For Ulf rxxmanon, contact the Public Water Supply Section, (919) 733-2 60. f-----� This project will be classified as a non -community public water supply and must comply with ' state and federal drinking water monitoring requirements. For more information the applicant should' ontact the Public Water Supply Section, (919) 733-2321. r--- if this �rojecc is constructed as proposed, we will recommend closure o feet of adjacent -----� waters to the harvest of shellfish. For information regarding the •shell is I sanitation progra M, the'appXicant should contact the Shellfish Sanitation Branch at (919 72b-,5827. i -----, The spoil disposal area(s) proposed for this project nay produce a mosqu to breeding problem. For information concermug appropriate mosquito control measures, the applicant should: contacC the Public Health Pest Management. Section at (919) 726-8970. e advised that prior to the 'removal or dem lition of dilapidated r--, The a�pllcant should b advi p p ' structu�res, an extensive rodent control program may be necessary in order. to - prevent the migration of the rodents to adjacent areas. The information, conce! Wing rodent, control, contact the local health department or the Public Health Pest Manag ment.Section:-at (919) 733-6407. i The applicant should be advised to contact . the local health depa ment regarding their �--� requirements for septic. tank installations (as required under 15A. NC C 18A .1900 septic tank and other on -site waste dis os 4 methods, contact the For information concerning p p On -Site Wastewater Section at.. (919) 733-2895. � r----� The a f plicant should be advised to contract the local health departmmen I regarding the sanitary �--� facilities required for this project. if existing water lines will be relocated durin theconstruction, 1 as for the water line reloc �tion must be submitted to the Division o�Environmental Heat ) Public Water Supply Section, Flan Review Branch, 1330 St. Maly's Street, Raleigh, North rolina, (919) 733-2460. esw IAL<,.s Sect n/Branch `! t4T71t 3 og (ltc,ised 9/93) ,:f Envimnmutital E{calth APPENDIX A J. Igo CARTER III AND ASSOCIATES REPORT, ' r.J A. � �. l •. r*� .. �.. .. ! ... ..... .... .. .. . .[r /11.r-.ILY'l�• r_1,.. .. .i .. ♦. .. ... \I PRELIMINARY BIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT FAMMONT WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, ROBESON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA Prepared By Ms. Tracy Hippensteel and Dr. J.H. Carter III Dr. J.H. Carter III and Associates Environmental Consultants P.O. Box 891 Southern Pines, NC 28388 Submitted 13 October 1995 To Hobbs, Upchurch and Associates, Inc. Consulting Engineers P.O. Box 1737 Southern Pines, NC 28388 PRELIMINARY BIOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT FOR FAIRMONT WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, ROBESON COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA INTRODUCTION The City of Fairmont is in the process of obtaining funding from the Farmer's Home Administration for a new wastewater treatment plant and associated sewer lines, with an outfall into the Lumber River. As part of their review for this project, Farmer's Home Administration is required to conduct an environmental assessment of the proposed project. This assessment was written to address potential impacts of the water treatment plant and sewer line construction on species listed as threatened or endangered, or proposed for such listing by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, as amended. State listed species were also considered. PROJECT AREA The project area is located in the south-central portion of Robeson County, in the southern Coastal Plain of North Carolina (Figure 1). The topography is relatively flat and the soils are generally sands, loamy sands, and sandy loams, with the Norfolk, Rains, Lynchburg, and Goldsboro series being most widespread. The Lumber River floodplain is dominated by the Johnston series. Historically the uplands were vegetated with various longleaf pine (Pinus palustris) dominated communities including Pine Savanna and Mesic Pine Flatwoods. These communities occurred on coarse to fine sands, sandy loams, and loamy sands. All were characterized by frequent fire, sparse to open understories, and a diverse herbaceous flora dominated by wiregrass (Aristida stricta). Wetland communities included Wet Pine Flatwoods, Pocosins, Coastal Plain Small Stream Swamps, and Carolina Bays. These communities occurred on wet, acidic sandy and/or organic INr71 o . � 1.19u1 Figure 1. Location of the proposed sewer system improvements, Fairmont, Robeson County, North Carolina. soils. Frequent fires on the uplands penetrated the edges of these communities creating a distinct, diverse, ecotonal zone. Carolina Bays are wetland depressions up to 100 or more acres in size that are found in the Coastal Plain. Numerous Carolina Bays occurred in the project area and were originally vegetated with various hydrophytic communities including pocosin, grass -sedge savanna, and cypress savanna. Most have been drained and converted to agricultural use. The Lumber River is designated as a North Carolina Natural and Scenic River. a river and its floodplain contain high quality wildlife habitats as well as unique and relatively undisturbed vegetative communities such as the Cypress -Gum Swamp community type. Few native plant communities remain in a relatively natural condition in the project area with the exception of the Lumber River. Timbering, fire exclusion, and agricultural development have seriously altered the landscape in most of this portion of the County, and agriculture is now the dominant land use. Fragmented woodlots with loblolly (Pinus taeda) and longleaf pines exist throughout the project area, though none are extensive or fire maintained. Most forests in the area are young loblolly pine plantations, second -growth loblolly pine stands with dense hardwood understories, or hardwood stands. Fire has been excluded from most forest communities for many years. METHODS Protected species that could potentially occur in the project area are listed in Table 1 and Table 2. The project site was surveyed between 25 July and 6 October 1995 by biologists familiar with the species of concern and their habitats. Foot surveys were conducted in potential habitats of protected plant species within 500 feet of the proposed sewer line right-of-way (ROW) and on and around the proposed treatment plant site. Foot transects were approximately 50-100 feet apart depending upon the type and quality of habitat. High quality habitat was surveyed at or near 100% coverage. Habitats were also assessed up to one-half mile on either side of the proposed sewer line ROW and the proposed wastewater treatment plant site. Surveys for RCW clusters and cavity trees were conducted within one-half mile of the proposed ROW and for one-half mile around the proposed treatment plant site. Potential RCW habitat separated by more than 330 feet of non -habitat from project sites was not surveyed unless Table 1. Federal candidate, threatened, and endangered animal species which may occur in Robeson County, North Carolina. State status is listed in the second column. Scientific Name Common Name Federal State ANIMALS: Aimophila aestivalis Bachman's sparrow C2 SC Alligator mississippiensis American alligator T T Ammodramus henslowii Henslow's sparrow C2 SR Corynorhinus rafinesquii Rafinesque's big -eared bat C2 Sc Cyprinella zanema pop.2 Santee chub Sc Elassoma boehikei Carolina pygmy sunfish C2 T Etheostoma marine pinewoods darter Sc Falco peregrinus peregrine falcon E E Haliaeetus leucocephalus bald eagle E E Noturus new species broadtail madtom SC Ophisaurus mimicus mimic glass lizard C2 Sc Picoides borealis red -cockaded woodpecker E E Rana capito capito Carolina gopher frog C2 Sc Semotilus lumbee Sandhills chub SC Federal: State: E = Endangered E = Endangered T = Threatened T = Threatened C2 = Candidate SC = Special Concern SR = Significantly Rare Table 2. Federal candidate, threatened, and endangered plant species which may occur in Robeson County, North Carolina. State status is listed in the second column. Scientific Name Common Name Federal State PLANTS: Amorpha georgiana var. georgiana savanna indigo -bush C2 E Astragalus michauxii Sandhills milkvetch C2 C Chrysoma pauciflosculosa woody goldenrod _--- E Dionaea muscipula Venus' flytrap C2 C Echinodorus parvulus dwarf burhead C2 C Eriocaulon lineare narrow pipewort E Fimbristylis perpusilla Harper's fimbry C2 T Ilex amelanchier Sarvis holly 3C SR Lindera subcoriacea bog spicebush C2 E Lophiola aurea golden crest ---- E Lysimachia asperulifolia rough -leaf loosestrife E E Macbridea caroliniana Carolina bogmint C2 C Muhlenbergia torreyana pinebarren smokegrass 3C E Oxypolis canbyi Canby's cowbane E E Parnassia caroliniana Carolina grass-of-parnassus C2 E Plantago sparsiflora pineland plaintain C2 E Platanthera integra yellow fringeless orchid 3C T Rhexia aristosa awned meadow -beauty C2 T Rhus michauxii Michaux's sumac E E Rhynchospora decurrens swamp forest beaksedge C2 C Solidago verna spring -flowering goldenrod C2 E Sporobolus teretifolius wireleaf dropseed C2 T Thalictrum cooleyi Cooley's meadowrue E E Toreldia glabra Carolina asphodel C2 C Federal: State: E = Endangered E = Endangered C2 = Candidate T = Threatened 3C = Candidate 2 C = Candidate SR = Significantly Rare N RCW clusters were found in the immediate area. RCW surveys followed methods described in Guidelines for Preparation of Biological Assessments and Evaluations for the Red -Cockaded Woodpecker by Gary Henry, USFWS, 1989. Surveys for freshwater fish and mussels were conducted upstream and downstream of the proposed outfall site on the Lumber River in order to develop baseline data. PRELIMINARY RESULTS Most of the landscape in the project area has been altered by agriculture, forestry, or residential development, and few examples of natural communities remain. Agriculture is the dominant land use, with cotton, soybeans, and corn fields most common. Most forests which occur in the project area are small woodlots imbedded in the agricultural landscape. These woodlots are generally dominated by loblolly pine with dense hardwood understories of sweetgum (Liquidumbar styraciflua) and red maple (Acer rubrum), though a few longleaf pines still exist. Other forested areas are loblolly pine plantations less than 30 years of age or areas that have been recently cut -over and are now regenerating loblolly pine and hardwoods.. Most of the area has been logged within the past 50 years, with few trees greater than 50 to 75 years old, other than a few trees located in yards and along roadsides. Most of the project area consists of highly disturbed habitats, and all of the roadsides had been recently mowed. Most of the plant species listed in Table 2 occur in frequently burned Pine Savanna or Wet Pine Flatwoods habitats. These species include rough -leaf loosestrife (Lysimachia aspendifolia), Venus' flytrap (Dionaea muscipula), Carolina grass-of-parnassus (Parnassia caroliniana), spring -flowering goldenrod (Solidago verna), wireleaf dropseed (Sporobolus teretifolius), and Carolina asphodel (Tofieldia glabra). This type of habitat does not exist within the project area. The woodlots in the project area were being invaded by hardwoods and dense thickets of shrubs and vines. Cooley's meadowrue (Thalictrum cooleyi) also occurs in Pine Savannas, but can be found along roadsides and in fields. Most of the fields in the area are in crops, recently plowed, or are used as pasture. No habitat for Cooley's meadowrue was found in the project area. Several species in Table 1 occur along rivers and in swamps. These include Harper's fimbry (Fimbristylis perpusilla), Carolina bogmint (Macbridea caroliniana), and swamp forest beaksedge (Rhynchospora decurrens). These species are known to occur along the Lumber River, as is Sarvis holly (Ilex amelanchier), but none have been found so far in our surveys. Michaux's sumac (Rhus michauxii), a federally endangered plant, occurs in sandy woods and along disturbed roadsides. Appropriate habitats were searched for this species, but none were seen. Four species of mussels were collected in the Lumber River in the project area. These include the Carolina slabshell (Elliptio congarea), the northern lance (Elliptio fisheriana), the variable spike (Elliptio icterina), and the Southern pondhorn (Unioments obesus). None of these species are protected. Five "special concern" fish species are listed for the Lumber River (Table 1). These species were not found during the fish sampling, however, the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission has recently identified a new species, the brook silverside (Labidesthes sicculus) for the State from the project area. The Carolina gopher frog (Rana capito capito) breeds in temporary fish -free pools and forages in sandy woods, especially Pine -Scrub Oak Sandhills. Likewise the mimic glass lizard (Ophisaurus mimicus) occurs in Pine -Scrub Oak Sandhills and Pine Savannas. This type of habitat no longer exists in this area. The American alligator (Alligator mississippiensii) occurs in the Lumber River and associated swamps, but is unlikely to be directly affected by construction activities and future development. Very few areas are suitable for red -cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis) cavities or clusters due to past logging activities, few old pine trees, and dense hardwood midstories. Bachman's sparrows (Aimophila aestivalis) and Henslow's sparrows (Ammodramus henslowii) occur in grassy pinewoods, but no such habitat occurs within the project area. The bald eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephahts) and the peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus) may occasionally pass through the project area, but there appears to be little likelihood of impacts from this project. Rafinesque's big -eared bat (Corynorhinus raftnesquii) roosts in old buildings, caves, mines, and large hollow trees, usually near water. There are no caves or mines in the area and no OR old buildings will be destroyed in the initial construction activities. There are scattered large dead trees in the Lumber River floodplain area. Disturbing these trees should be avoided if possible. Initial construction activities should have minimal impact upon forest resources. The force main will be located in an existing road ROW and the wastewater treatment plant site will be built in a soybean field. Some trees will need to be removed along the shore of the Lumber River in order to construct the outfall. These trees may include cypress (Taxodium distichum), river birch (Betula nigra), carolina ash (Fraxinus caroliniana), and laurel oak (Quercus laurifolia), varying in dbh from 8-18 inches. Impacts to jurisdictional wetlands will be restricted to the pipeline ROW, mostly at small stream crossings along roads, and the outfall through the Lumber River Swamp. PRELIMINARY CONCLUSION This project appears to have no significant impacts on natural resources of concern or protected species at this stage of design. N V r APPENDIX ]B AREA AIR QUALITY DATA P -9 L SLEW ALR QLL4LnYSTANDA,RDS Ambient air quality progress is determined by measuring ambient pollutant concentrations and comparing the measured concentrations to the oDnesponding standard. The "ambient air" is defined by the Environ ental Protection Agency CEPA) as "that portion of the atrinos�ihere, external to buildhW, to which the general public has ar cess." The ambient air quality standards are das- sified as primary standards, secondary standards„ or both. The primary standards were established allowing an adequate margin of safety for protection of public health. Secondary standards were established with an adequate margin of safety to protect the Public welfare from adverse effects associated with pollutants in the ambient air. In protecting public welfare, air pollution effects on the following are cnnsidered:- soils, water, crops, vegetation, man-made materials, animals, wildlife, weather, visibility.. climate, property, transportation, economy, per- sonal comfort, and well-being. The scientific criteria upon which the sWrdards are based are periodically reviewed by EPA and the standards are m-established or changed based upon the findings An "Oxceedance" is defined as a meas- urement that is greater than the ambient air quality standard for a specific averaging time. The national primary and secondary standards and the North Carolina ambient air quality standards are in Table L Brief descriptions of air pollutants for which ambient • air quality standards exist are included in Section M of this report. TABLE b Summary Of National And N.G Ambient Air Quality Standards POLLUTANT 71ME OF AVQ NAT. PRML STD NAT. SEC SM MC SIB TSP a Ann. Geo. Mean 75 µg/m3a None 75 µg/m3 . 24 Hourb 260 µg/m3a 150 µg/m3a 150 µg/m3 PM-10 Ann. Aries Mean a 50 µg/mom Same as prima 50 µg/In 24 Hour 150 µg/mt Same as prim 150 µg/mt 502 Ann. Anth. Mean 80 µg/m blone 80 µg/m3 24 Hour b 365 µg/M3 None 365 µg/m3 3 Hour b None 1360 µg/m3 1300 µg/m3 NO2 Ann. Arith. Mean .053 ppm 'Same as prim A53 ppm . CO ' 8 Hour b 1 Hour b 9 ppm None 9 ppm 35 ppm None 35 ppm 03 1 Hour' 0.12 ppm Same as prim. 0.12 ppm Pb Quarterly Arith. Mean b 15 µg/m3 Same as prim. 15 µg/m3 a. The National Total Suspended Particulate (TSP) standards were replaced by National Particulate Matter-10 micrometer, aerodynamic diameter, (PM-10) standards on 7-31-87 by EPA. The North Carolina PM-10 standard is effective July 1,198& b. Not to be exceeded more than once per year. c. Not to be exceeded on more than an averagge of one day per year. (Four days with an exceedance at a site in three years or less is a violation.) µg/ms - micrograms per cubic meter of air microgram - one millionth of a gram, Where 454 grams = L pound ppm - parts per mMion 3 ' • • Locations. of ®�I.1 orinset 1es A%ghWW waxen Hanplon 04" A" PAW &oleo dam Coma Person � � A HeAtad 0 wlttu ® Hatfb>< Orono . wales Yadl3n � � bsrlle AvW GL&ad hatifi 0Not"40 Coy t.Aort `l Coldwel Ate:an Do& � Ed G ty"el Oon ARsdson ® dole ladel DaMmon Raldaph A A ® Chatham wdle � VMtton � tfeautoA tluaeorslbe el ® Cala*ba ® L..1 HWa ��. Q Rowan Johnston* r �t7nGol, 5 A AL Greene J liunedad C t tee 61ot+an+ )Oct= H e�ston ` go*, mWe Harrell � Wayne tents Coven PaR enctand Clvadss Malian © PorrltCo i C1cY Jams REd>fseon •per • Won• Anson'tole � of ® ' Ondow oIIond . Robeson M den • A Pendor C A Particulate Matter -10 um Total Suspended Particulate CelIt �Hanover • i Ozone MMiMQGk Q Nitrogen Dioxide. *'Sulfur Dioxide :.1• O Carbon Monoxide Q Multi ple Pollutant .Sites 12/21/93 DATE 95/06/08 EPA AEROMETRIC INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEM (AIRS) PAGE 1 AMP450 AIR QUALITY SUBSYSTEM QUICK LOOK REPORT SULFUR DIOXIDE (42401) NORTH CAROLINA UNITS: 001 UG/CU METER (25 C) P OBS OBS 0 M REP MAX 24-HR > MAX 3-HR > MAX 1-HR ARIT SITE ID C T CITY COUNTY ADDRESS YR ORG #OBS 1ST 2ND 365 1ST 2ND 1300 1ST 2ND MEAN METH 37-003-0003 1 3 37-013-0003 1 3 ALEXANDER CO STATE ROAD 1177 94 001 8208 31 28 0 110 87 0 240 184 10 009 37-013-0004 1 2 BEAUFORT CO NC HIGHWAY 306 94 001 8092 58 53 0 172 121 0 303 234 9..009.. . 37-021-0099 1 3 BEAUFORT CO SOUTH FERRY LANDI 94 001 8198 48 35 0 136 114 0 198 194 9 009 37-047-0001 1 2 CAMDEN CO COUNTY ROAD 1136 94 001 2014 38 27 0 71 65 0 82 80 11? 009 37-051-1002 1 3 FAYETTEVILLE COLUMBUS CO CUMBERLAND C ACME-DELCO SAMPLI 94 001 8189 HOPE MILLS POLICE 94 001 2686 36 34 24 29 0 69 67 0 117 105 9 009 37-059-0099 1 3 DAVIE CO FORK RECREATION C 94 001 8007 47 42 0 0 65 111 57 104 0 0 71 157 69 147 11? 009 it 009 37-061-0002 1 3 37-067-0022 1 2 WINSTON-SALEM DUPLIN CO HWY 50 KENANSVILL 94 001 2698 24 21 0 38 36 0 47 43 9? 009 37-109-0004 1 3 LINCOLNTON FORSYTH CO LINCOLN CO 1300 BLK. HATTIE 94 002 7995 RIVERVIZW ROAD 94 001 4368 61 52 56 45 0 0 150 149 0 224 210 19 039 37-117-0001 1 3 MARTIN CO HAYES STREET MW 94 001 509 17 12 0 120 28 109 26 0 0 229 39 227 34 137 009 8? 009 37-119-0034 1 3 CHARLOTTE 37-145-0099 1 3 MECKLENBURG PLAZA ROAD AND LA 94 003 6022 34 31 0 106 96 0 207 149 11? 060 37-147-0099 1 3 FARMVILLE PERSON CO PITT CO SR 1102 i NC 49 94 001 131 US 264 NEAR FARMV 94 001 8198 21 29 21 0 35 31 0 54 50 14? 009 25 0 53 44 0 70 61 8 009 ? INDICATES THAT THE MEAN DOES NOT SATISFY SUM HARY CRITERIA DATE 95/06/C8 EPA AEROMETRIC INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEM (AIRS) AMP450 AIR QUALITY SUBSYSTEM PAGE 1 QUICK LOOK REPORT OZONE (44201) NORTH CAROLINA UNITS: 007 PPM OZONE SEASON: APR 01 TO OCT 31 P O M VALID DAILY 1-HR MAXIMUM * MISS DAYS SITE ID C T CITY COUNTY ADDRESS w REP *NUM NUM--------- ��'-'''-'-" VALS>.125 * ASSUMED < YR ORG MEAS REQ 1ST 2ND 3 RD 4TH MEALS EST • STANDARD METH 37-003-0003 1 2 37-021-0030 1 2 ASHEVILLE ALEXANDER C STATE ROAD 1177 94 001 207 214 .094 .092 .089 0 0.0 .019 37-023-0004 1 3 MORGANTON BUNCOMBE CO ROUTE 291 3 BREV 94 004 BURKE CO 126 AND 1254 214 214 .101 .082 .086 .096 0 0.0 3 0 019 37-029-0099 1 2 94 028 CAMDEN CO COUNTY ROAD 1136 94 001 214 198 214 219 •103 :301 .098 .096 0 0.0 0 047 37-033-0001 1 3 It 37-051-0008 1 1 CASWELL CO CHERRY GROVE REC 94 001 169 214 .098 .123 .113 095 :099 .094 0 0 0.0 10 019 37-051-1,002 1 1 FAYETTEVILLE CUIYIDERLAND 1/4MI SR1857/U33 94 001 CUMBERLAND HOPE MILLS POLIC 94 001 213 219 •109 .092 094 0 0.0 0.0 3 019 019 37-059-0099 1 2 37-061-0002 1 3 DAVIE CO FORK RECREATION 94 001 210 213 214 214 .106 .086 .096 •091 .091 0 0.0 4 4 019 37-063-0013 1 1 DURHAM DUPLIN CO' HWY 50 KENANSVIL 94 001 DURHAM CO 2700 NORTH DUKE 211 214 .093 .085 .088 •082 .084 .083 063 0 0 0.0 0.0 1 2 019 019 37-067-0007 1 2 94 001 FORSYTH CO 5337 OLD RURAL H 94 002 210 209 214 214 .104 .102 .097 .095 0 0.0 0 019 37-067-0022 1 3 WINSTON-SALEM FORSYTH CO 1300 BLK. HATTIE 94 002 210 .121 .ill .093 0 0.0 2 019 37-067-0027 1 2 37-067-1008 1 2 FORSYTH CO 7635 HOLLYBERRY 94 002 212 214 214 .104 .094 .098 •098 098 .093 0 0.0 2 019 37-069-0001 1 2 FORSYTH CO 3656 PIEDMONT ME 94 002 209 214 .106 .094 .105 .084 09S .082 .093 0 0 0.0 0.0 2 0 047 37-081-0011 1 1 FRANKLIN CO 431 3 HILLBOROUG 94 001 213 219 .115 .105 • 0 0.0 047 37-081-0011 1 2 GRANVILLE C WATER TREATMENT 94 001 208 214 .102 .101 .100 106 .101 0 0.0 1 019 37-087-0099 1 3 GUILFORD CO KEELY PARK, KEEL 94 001 HAYWOOD CO 211 214 .114 .105ogg 2 019 37-101-0099 1 2 TOWER BLUE RIDGE 94 004 JOHNSTON CO HIGHWAY 301 i SR 94 001 115 214 .070 .077 .075 .074 0 0.0 1 019 37-109-0004 1 2 LINCOLNTON LINCOLN CO RIVERVIEW ROAD 94 001 211 212 214 214 .107 .103 .097 .097 0 0.0 3 019 37-119-0034 1 1 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG PLAZA ROAD AND L 94 003 213 214 .115 .108 .108 .107 0 0.0 2 019 37-119-1005 1 2 MECKLENBURG 400 WESTINGHOU3E 99 003 212 214 .110 :106 .101 0 0.0 1 047 37-129-0009 1 1 37-129-0002 1 2 MECKLENBURG 29 NO MECKLENBUR 94 003 212 214 .115 .115 •106 113 110 .105 0 0.0 0 047 37-147-0099 1 2 FARMVILLE NEW HANOVER 6028 HOLLY SHELT 94 001 PITT CO 212 214 .106 .114 .104 .110 .096 .lOS .095 0 0 0.0 0.0 2 2 047 019 1 2 US 264 NEAR FARM 94 001 ROCKINGHAM 6371 NC 65 9 BET 94 002 202 214 214 .087 .086 Oe537-157-0099 .103 0 0.0 12 019 37-159-0021 1 3 37-183-0014 1 1 RALEIGH ROWAN CO WEST ST i GOLD H 94 001 180 214 214 .111 .124 108 .116 .103 103 .103 0 0 0.0 0 019 37-183-0016 1 3 FUQUAY-VARINA WAKE CO E MILLBROOK JR H 94 001 WAKE 213 214 .122 .107 .110 .104 .108 .10 2 0 0.0 0.0 0 1 019 37-199-0003 1 3 CO 202 NORTH BROAD -94 001 YANCEY CO BLUE RIDGE PARKW 94 001. 187 214 . 019 167 214 .093 .092 .090 .089 0 0.0 4 019 c DATE 95/06/08 EPA AEROMETRIC INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEM (AIRS) AMP450 AIR QUALITY SUBSYSTEM PAGE 2 QUICK LOOK REPORT PM-10 TOTAL 0-10UM (81102) NORTH CAROLINA UNITS: 001 UG/CU METER (25 C) P O M SCHEDULED WTD SITE ID C T CITY COUNTY REP NUM NUM S NUM ----MAXIMUM VALUES----- VALS.> 150 ADDRESS ARITH YR ORG OBS OBS OBS REQ 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH HEM EST MEAN METH 37-189-0003 1 3 BOONE 37-191-0004 1 2 GOLDSBORO WATAUGA CO HARDIN PRK ELEMENTARY 94 001 37 36 75 275 38 36 35 34 0 0.00 21? 062 37-195-0002 1 2 WILSON WAYNE CO WILSON CO HWY 70 WEST PATROL ST 94 001 '61 61 97 63 50 39 39 38 N.Q. CORNER OF KENAN 94 001 0 0.00 21 062 60 60 95 365 52 49 39 39 0 0.00 227 062 - ? INDICATES THAT THE MEAN DOES NOT SATISFY SUMMARY CRITERIA C DATE 95/06/08 EPA AEROMETRIC INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEM (AIRS) PAGE AMP450 AIR QUALITY SUBSYSTEM 2 QUICK LOOK REPORT NITRIC OXIDE (42601) NORTH CAROLINA P 0 M SITE ID C T CITY COUNTY REP ADDRESS YR ORG #OBS 1ST MAXIMUM VALUES 2ND 3RD 4TH ARITH MEAN METH UNITS INT 37-033-0001 1 3 37-037-0004 1 3 CASWELL CO CHERRY GROVE RECREA 94 001 2985 .03 .02 .01 .01 .001? 075 007 1 37-063-0013 1 3 DURHAM CHATHAM CO DURHAM CO RT4 BOX62 PITTSBORO 94 001 2558 2700 NORTH DUKE STR 94 001 2402 .02 .02 .01 .01 075 007. 1. _ 37-067-0022 1 2 WINSTON-SALEM FORSYTH CO 1300 BLK. HATTZE AV 94 002 7861 .111 .078 .062 .058 .0068? 082 067 1 37-067-0022 2 3 WINSTON-SALEM 37-067-1008 1 3 FORSYTH CO 1300 BLK. HATTIE AV 94 002 2521 .326 .054 .275 .049 .274 .048 .274 .047 .0128 .0058? 025 074 007 007 1 1 37-069-0001 1 3 FORSYTH CO FRANKLIN CO 3656 PIEDMONT MEMOR 94 002 2466 431 S HILLBOROUGH S 94 001 2657 .044 .043 .029 .028 .0052? 074 007 1 37-077-0001 1 3 37-109-0004 1 3 LINCOLNTON GRANVILLE CO WATER TREATMENT PLA 94 001 2513 .05 .05 .04 .04 .03 .03 .03 .02 .0017 .001? 075 075 007 007 1 1 . 37-119-0034 1 3 CHARLOTTE LINCOLN CO MECKLENBURG CO RIVERVIEW ROAD 94 001 2564 PLAZA ROAD AND LAKE 94 003 8383 .05 .05 .04 .04 .002? 075 007 1 37-119-0034 2 3 CHARLOTTE 37-119-1009 1 3 MECKLENBURG CO PLAZA ROAD AND LAKE 94 003 2563 .464 .051 .460 .050 .453 .050 .444 .050 .0243 .0075? 014 014 007 007 1 1 37-157-0099 1 3 MECKLENBURG CO ROCKINGHAM CO 29 NO MECKLLNBURG C 94'003 2218 1.000 6371 NC 65 0 BETHAN 94 002 2862 .050 .050 .048 .0066? 014 007 1 37-159-0021 1 3 37-183-0015 2 3 RALEIGH ROWAN CO WEST ST i GOLD HILL 94 001 2555 .05 .03 .05 .03 .04 .03 .04 .03 .002? .001? 075 075 007 007 1 1 37-183-0016 1 3 FUQUAY-VARINA WAKE CO WAKE CO 808 NORTH STATE STR 94 001 1068 201 NORTH BROAD STR 94 001 .05 .05 .05 .05 .002? 075 007 1 1909 .03 .02 .02 .02 .001? 075 007 1 ? INDICATES THAT THE MEAN DOES NOT SATISFY SUMMARY CRITERIA C DATE 95/06/08 EPA AEROMETRIC INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEM AMP450 AIR QUALITY SUBSYSTEM QUICK LOOK REPORT CARBON MONOXIDE (42101) NORTH CAROLINA P 0 M REP SITE ID C T CITY COUNTY ADDRESS YR ORG #OBS (AIRS) UNITS: 007 PPM MAX 1-HR OBS> 1ST 2ND 35 MAX 8-HR 1ST 2ND PAGE OBS> 9 1 METH 37-033-0001 1 3 37-037-0004 1 3 CASWELL CO CHERRY GROVE RECREATION 94 001 2876 1.0 1.0 0 1.0 1.0 0 054 37-051-0007 1 2 FAYETTEVILLE CHATHAM CO RT4 BOX62 PITTSBORO NC27 94 001 2307 .7 .7 0 .5 .4 0 37-063-0011 1 2 DURHAM CUMBERLAND CO DURHAM CO CUMBERLAND CO ABC BOARD, 94 001 8464 201 NORTH ROXBORO ST 94 001 8664 9.8 8.8 0 6.6 6.0 0• .054 054 37-063-0012 1 2 DURHAM 37-063-0013 1 3 DURHAM DURHAM CO 4001 CHAPEL HILL BLVD 94 001 8666 8.8 9.9 7.9 9.9 0 0 5.9 5.2 5.7 5.2 0 0 054 054 37-067-0022 1 3 WINSTON-SALEM DURHAM CO FORSYTH CO 2700 NORTH DUKE STREET 94 001 2484 1300 BLK. HATTIE AVENUE 94 002 2749 2.0 1.8 1.9 0 1.6 1.4 0 054 37-067-0023 1 2 WINSTON-SALEM 37-067-0025 1 2 WINSTON-SALEM FORSYTH CO 1401 CORPORATION PARKWAY 94 002 8685 8.1 1.8 8.0 0 0 1.7 6.0 1.3 6.0 0 0 000 054 37-067-0026 1 2 WINSTON-SALEM FORSYTH CO FORSYTH CO 100 SW STRATFORD RD •94 002 8623 1590 BOLTON STREET 94 002 0683 7.6 5.3 6.6 0 3.7 3.1 0 054 37-067-1008 1 3 37-069-0001 1 3 FORSYTH CO 3656 PIEDMONT MEMORIAL D 94 002 2439 1.3 5.0 1.2 0 0 4.1 .8 3.9 .8 0 0 054 000 37-071-0015 1 3 GASTO NIA FRANKLIN CO GASTON CO 431 S HILLBOROUGH ST 94 001 2298 1555 EAST GARRISON BLVD 94 001 3846 1.0 7.7 .•9 0 .8 .6 0 054 37-077-0001 1 3 37-081-1011 1 2 GREENSBORO GRANVILLE CO WATER TREATMENT PLANT 30 94'001 2558 .9 7.6 .8 0 0 4.5 .5 4.2 .5 0 0 054 054 37-109-0004 1 3 LINCOLNTON GUILFORD CO LINCOLN CO 401 WEST WENDOVER 94 001 8686 RIVERVIEW ROAD 94 001 2596 6.6 6.0 0 5.0 4.6 0 054 37-119-0032 1 2 CHARLOTTE 37-119-0034 1 1 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG CO 5137 CENTRAL AVE. 94 003 8691 1.0 11.4 1.0 10.8 0 0 .9 7.0 .8 6.4 0 0 054 054 37-119-0034 2 3 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG CO MECKLENBURG CO PLAZA ROAD AND LAKEDELL 94 003 8664 PLAZA ROAD AND LAKEDELL 94 003 2439 9.2 2.0 8.5 1.9 0 6.5 5.8 0 054 37-119-0035 1 2 CHARLOTTE 37-119-0037 1 1 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG CO 1330 SPRING ST GPJMLLE 94 003 8614 8.0 7.4 0 0 1.8 6.2 1.6 5.9 0 0 O11 054 37-119-0038 1 2 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG CO MECKLENBURG CO 423 EAST WOODLAWN RD 94 003 0373 301 N TRYON ST 8.7 7.8 0 5.6 5.0 0 054 37-119-1009 1 3 MECKLENBURG CO 94 003 8644 29 NA MECKLENBURG CAB CO 94 003 2480 9.6 8.9 0 0 8.0 5.8 0 054 37-135-0005 1 3 CHAPEL HILL 37-159-0021 1 3 ORANGE CO 109 1/2 EAST FRANKLIN ST 94 001 1341 .9 9.1 .9 9.0 0 .8 6.1 .8 6.0 0 0 O11 0540 37-183-0011 1 2 RALEIGH ROWAN CO WAKE CO WEST ST i GOLD HILL AVEN 94 001 2511 420 S PERSON ST .9 .9 0 .7 .6 054 37-183-0013 1 3 RALEIGH 37-183-0015 2 3 RALEIGH WAKE CO 94 001 8516 EF HUTTON, HAZY 70 WEST 94 001 4155 9.4 8.2 9.1 7.0 0 0 7.1 5.1 6.9 4.7 0 0 054 054 37-183-0016 1 3 FUQUAY-VARINA WAKE CO WAKE CO 808 NORTH STATE STREET 94 001 2271 201 NORTH BROAD STREET 94 001 2599 1.9 1.9 0 1.9 1.5 0 054 r 1.4 1.3 . 0 .8 .7 0 054 C APPENDIX C PARTIAL GROUNDWATER ANALYSIS i - I r E 'QO. Oxford Laboratories, Inc. Analytical and Consulting Chemists DATE RECEIVED 07-18-94 1316 South Fifth Street DATE REPORTED 08-04-94 Vdmin6ton, N.C. 28401 94W8870 (910) 763.9793 Paz (910) 343-9688 PAGE 1 OF 2 TOWN OF FAIRMONT P. 0. BOX 248 FAIRMONT. NC 28340 ATTENTION: JOHNNY SRITT TOWN OF FAIRMONT, N,O, A AU& 5 1994 RECEIVED $AMPLE DESCRIPTION: IOC (3) .SAMPLES 07-1*ooFax Note 7671 F' -!a . "prgw��� 0%—Id.4y FromTb EP12. EP2 3. EP3 �,cc•senia;aPP as8ariva, �as"'ea PPM .r,4 DON s >< RE$ULT w f a free .� Co. . I P MO * P1i0rIe" Faa" U.. .. F- D � .'•3 r \ ! ".l \"7" r f *� 'W tin .r v� c:001 <.001 <.001 Chromium„as Cr, PPM <.005 <.005 <.005 , Total Cyanide', as CN, PPM <0.005 <0.005 <0.005 Fluoride,- is F,` PPPI _ 0.48 0.25 0.25 aw Fe,PPM a 300 .-is 20Iron. 575 Ao manganese. as Mn, PPM '.010 .006 .009 Mercury. as Hg, PPM <.0002 <.0002 '<.0002 Nickel, as Ni, PPM .005 <.005 <,005 S ;n selenium, as Se, PPM <.005 <.005 <.005 sad Sodium, as Na, PPM 22.0 27.5 23.0 • ` ~r _v� •fr :;;•:Y"y�,• Sulfate Turbidimetric, as SO4, PPM 1 1 1 -=•,t>_/::;• DAT. 101/19 AMP4:iu NITRIC OXIDE (42601) P OM SITE ID C T CITY COUNTY EPA AEROMETRIC INFORMATION RETRII SYSTEM (AIRS) AIR QUALITY SUBSYSILA QUICK LOOK REPORT PAGE 1 NORTH CAROLINA REP MAXIMUM VALUES ARITH ADDRESS YR. ORG *CBS 1ST 2ND 3RD 4TH MEAN METH UNITS INT 37-033-0001 1 3 CASWELL CO CHERRY GROVE RECREA 93 001 1185 .025 .016 .010 .005 .0050? 014 007 37-067-0022 1 2 WINSTON-SALEM FORSYTH CO 1300 BLK. HATTIE AV 93 002 8139 .383 .360 .293 .272 .0115 025 007 37-067-0022 2 3 WINSTON-SALEM FORSYTH CO 1300 BLK. HATTIE AV 93 002 2931 .166 .109 .103 .096 .0061? 074 007 37-069-0001 1 3 FRANKLIN CO 431 S HILLBOROUGH S 93 001 1160 .037 432 .027 .025 .0052? 014 007 37-077-0001 1 3 GRANVILLE CO WATER TREATMENT PLA 93 001 1972 .029 .026 .026 .020 .0051? 014 007 37-109-0004 1 3 LINCOLNTON LINCOLN CO RIVERVIEW ROAD 93 001 1632 .050 .050 .050 .050 .0072? 014 007 37-119-0034 1 3 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG CO PLAZA ROAD AND LAKE 93 003 8073 .464 .425 .404 .377 .0232 014 007 37-119-0034 2 3 CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG CO PLAZA ROAD AND LAKE 93 003 1740 .086 .086 .085 .077 .0076? 014 007 37-119-1009 1 3 MECKLENBURG CO 29 N2 MECKLENBURG C 93 003 1467 .049 .047 .041 .040 .0058? 014 007 37-157-0099 1 3 ROCKINGHAM CO 6371 NC 65 0 BETHAN 93 002 1520 .048 .038 .026 .025 .0052? 074 007 37-159-0021 1 3 ROWAN CO WEST ST & GOLD HILL 93 001 1214 .032 .028 .025 .020 .0051? 014 007 37-183-0015 1 3 RALEIGH WAKE CO 808 NORTH STATE STR 93 001 3070 .264 .235 .234 .224 .0125? 082 007 37-183-0015 2 3 RALEIGH WAKE CO 808 NORTH STATE STR 93 001 1862 .148 .140 .136 .123 .0060? 014 007 37.183-0016 1 3 FUQUAY-VARINA WAKE CO 201 NORTH BROAD STR 93 001 2161 .062 .043 .040 '.036 .0051? 014 007 ? INDICATES THAT THE MEAN DOES NOT SATISFY SUMMARY CRITERIA C Oxford Laboratories, Inc. Analytical and Consulting Chemists DATE RECEIVED 07-18-94 1316 South Fifth Sheet DATE REPORTED 08-04-94 Wilmington, N.C. 28401 94WS870 (910) 763-9793 Far (910) 343.9628 - PAGE 2 0£ 2 TOWN OF FAIRMONT P.O. i P. 0. BOX 248 FAIRMONT. NC 28340 ATTENTION: JOHNNY BRITT SAMPLE DESCRIPTION: IOC (3) SAMPLES 07-18-94 1.-•EP1 2' EP2 '4 fj- ' � ` ,! i,a + � t'_ c^�', fT e� .REStl�t'i$Sf[i� �•••'L�.G4i4��FCiw'� ..,. .1.t P ......: :4... ,...t. .. ;' Y.Y. is• A!i rz�/K `w .a14 ,L �.r. Z♦rr�'�`�ar.3 r�,r,ht��,? - 1.�vY.., �.[ya�y,`✓ k �N,�r;/r ,..y.rnyrrx.�.'��i� Thallium, 'ai Tl. 'PPH <,'001 <:001 PH (Lab) 7.20 •7.15 7.15 rr.•_;c ` ROGSR C OXFORD. CHEMIST � ._� , i'- �'1- � ' r i-/1iJ��t' 4 �, r: I�� Y,e,,,MJ` w�Iy II�•� �'.�� Y ry .'1,�'•raa •1�a .. .. _.. .. .. _ .......:.. _...:nerd: (Ixford Laboratories, Inc. Analytical and Consulting Chemists 1316 South F1h Street INORGANIC CHEMICAL ANALYSIS Wfl°ain&a, N.C. 29401 (910) 763-9793 • _ Fes (910) 343-9698 .ABORATORY ID#: _3r_ � _Z - . HATER SYSTEM ID#: ,,,a -1-0 - -Z _t - _Q •a zl COUNTY: . 4AME OF SYSTEM: 7 w.a _ _ i �'Mw�► �"' - 3AMPLE TYPE: (E•Entry Point: Sa-Spedat) XLLECTED ON: DATE _■,_ �1•1 fl.2y (tMM/ODNY) TIME: O 7:, f,�, am (HH:MM AM or PM) ,OCATION WHERE COLLECTED: __....r"hile.ta_-. - 1 ..�. ..:..�-.--.�...—�..:..:�.: .00ATIQN/SOURCE CODE: E P 1 Collected By: & r: MAIL RESULTS TO, OF SYSTEM: ( Community NON -COMMUNITY P.o. 8 Y a, _-- } PRIVATE �, .... • C.. 3 ` f , .a ..WATER SOURCE{Sj• ' ' :•:.:-::�: - r.ri•. •., _.f. .'• .i �. � y��.I `! .�yf i�Y. ,. � •_••r, (�•. •.•. M++V V.`D' �• ~ r•� •• :. :•���yi���• TELEPHONERFACE'.."'''-;t�:,•�:":ti+ 1020 .- "' CHROMIUM, ingn • I2 5 .. 1024 CYANIDE, m9A 1025 FLUORI0E, mg/i _ 1028 IRON, � �Q.l 1032 MANGANESE. mg/I 2Q.L 1035 MERCURY, mgA _ 1Q:L 1036 _�NICXXL, meA 1I.0_ •�• 1052 , SODIUM, ftil - �Q 1055 SULFATE, melt 13 7_ 1074 ANTIMONY, mgn 17,o 1075 BERYLLIUM, mg/I 17-0- 1085 THALLIUM 170 1925 PH, units i a 5 �_ •Q.� 0.200 _ Q. 4.000 .r _ •�L� 0.050 . . •�_ .� D2 •0.002 . _ _ _ .�11�• .0.100 •.Q� _ . N/A.. =� •--- ' N/A 0.006 0.004 0.002 > 6.5 LIME 1 SODA ASH � ( } CAUSTIC. . { ) .WATER SOFTENER _ ( } POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE { ) PHOSPHATE, IRON CONTROL ( j PHOSPHATE; MAN.e.- CONTROL (/ 1 OPHOSPi•f�TE,:GORR.ON'CROL LABORATORY NOTE: • . :.- :.,~ A result preceded by the "less than" symixt must be less than ,or equal to the detection Omit or one-tlnh (1/5) of the allowable-Cmit. ( j SAMPLE UNSATISFACTORY { ) RESAMPLE REQUESTED 6•dte Analyses Begun: ,■,�ZJ / g y., rime Analyses Begun: Y.;•.l)Sl. M es Completed: 1 y c/ Time Analyses!;Xml" feted: Date Anelys t� �� ._ �.._...P .L3..s�.�.......� .. . Laboratory Lam : � V (A-) � S 7 0 l Certified 8�r. COMMENTS: Oxford Laboratories, Inc. Analytical and Consulting Chemists 1916 South FM Str"t INORGANIC CHSHItCAL ANALYSIS T��°n' N.C. 28401 (910) 768-9793 . , .. .... _ .. _. _ Pax (910) 343-OW LABORATORY to*: _1..,,,L ,^.7 11..1_. / WATER SYSTEM 10#: -JQ,� -• .Z. -- � p�`� COUNTY: _/QQQC'Sc7/�•J NAME OF SYSTEM: _...=&& & a E �i4.`rJhy.�►'�'" - ■.� ... ._.. SAMPLE TYPE: (EMEM Point: S•Special) COLLECTED ON: DATE_,., �.L b3ywwoo17 TIME: Q 7:�D &M (HH:MM AM or PM) LOCATION MERE COLLECTED: -- - g... � x � .....�. LOCATIONISOURCE CODE.., P „ Collected By: 4 �s MAIL RESULTS TO: E OF SYSTEM: � (c� Community To� E. w�r.��n�ww ■. �w.w. w - ( j NON -COMMUNITY P. PRIVATE 2 P-31t WA Etc) T..A.4N�1 ' LrS.V O-••.+••-�: ,', s'•.••M•-.�- `•/• A' +� •�- •,jT •,�tl'•'F•��. ONE f ■�y X. 0 �' . ,�. ,� - SURFACE a�l� .■'t ... ':,';: x,� . �,:;... L.NyJ0.MWV.i. nt,�r. . ,,.• ..1� a:.:�,.,,.:' �ii�'•... ••�:'.i•ryr1MA�.�t!.�.-•l.t:. _a1it•IASF.DY� :� a iY�f, .► rNAME :'•' -.,•� `-�"�GOflE•} RESUt:TS;. , UMf�S'-� t005 ► ENIC. '•. ... ":12 3 ;-; N_•.�c. S �� 0:060 1015-_� t CADMitJM, M911 1O24 CYANIDE, m� I0 � Q'��� 0,200 I= . -*.FLUORIDE, WQA _ _ _ _Q • 4.000 102e IRON, ffw - .1QL 0.300 1032 MANGANESE, mgA 101- 0.050 1035 ..:MERCURY, MCA 1QX - •A IZZ O-OM 1036 • ' NtCK�L,'m9n _ 1 ZR. _ •.Q.�'� • 0.1 ao ,a,-. s $QENIUMo, "3?"'�. .�p S -10.050 1 052 •' =' fl 50W LIM, t QL�•. • -SULFATE m 13 7 ' NIA 1ti55 � gli .. L _-- 1074 ANTIMONY, mgll I7.Qr . _ .,, 1 0.006 1075 BERYLLIUM, nVA l?Q- zs- _ .as2L 0.004 loss . THALLIUM 17.o_ 4 ML 0.002 1925 pH. units 1 3 5 —I.J.5 > es O SODA ASH . • ' (.) CAUSTIC t } WATER SOFTENER ( ) POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE ( PHOSPHATE. IRON CONTROL ( ) PHOSPHATE, MANG. CONTROL ( :) .PHO6PHATE,' C0RR. CONTROL � :. •r ; •.} v_�.IY..E .R .'Ni.l.sa'�,.r••. • •fib • •.��, ,t �q • `. �r LABORATORY NOTE: ' A result preceded by the less than' Symbol must be less than or equal to the detection Omit 4r one -fifth (116) of the allowable•Iimit. ( ) SAMPLE UNSATISFACTORY ( ) RESAMPLE REQUESTED . ate analyses Bequn:.Q7-/ I,••2(l Data Anatyaes Completed: , a 0 �� V Laboratory tog #:.S4 1d) I?S7y ,Z COMMENTS: Time Analyses Begun: •/ (.,: v G M Time Analyses Completed: !2-2-Lo •_M Certified By: oc L) Ov rL �w Oxford Laboratories, Inc. Analytical and Consulting C&emiste 1316 South Fitch Street INORGANIC CHEMICAL ANALYSIS Wrain$tcn, N.C. 28401(910) �83.8'i93 Fa: (910) 343-9688 ABORATORY ID#: __'L 1 .1 —.Z -1— HATER SYSTEM iD#: Q 3 — 7 ,� — COUNTY:._.,../y . 4AME OF SYSTEM: ;AMPLE ,i►� oA� r`Iytoe�t - ..�_.r..�.r....._._._ ...._..,.. ;AMPLE TYPE: , E (E•Entry Point: $=Special) COLLECTED ON: DATE , z!1 f J_2Y (MM/DD/YY) TIME: Q,��DS_M (HH:MM AM or PM) .00ATION WHERE COLLECTED: S ' .00ATIOiWSOURCE CODE: Collected By: n1ft}� h - 6:11= - rr _ ..._...�. vIA1L RESULTS TO: TYPE OF SYSTEM: 75 F• r f` (� I Community unity ( ) NON—COMMUNITY PRIVATE . C• Dd WATE14 SOURCE(S): • { � GROUND -•- .;•. , ti ., . TELEPHONE # .t �F 06_ ,. ..{ ) .SURFACE , • .. • . • • - . ' • • ! .•• . • �'. �/� ~ •{ , �1 1r' `tJRCHASED �T l k .! .• r •., •i �i�rtrsr��asrse�.� z._� •_4;"i _�, a�.3iit�-N ODE n���,NAME CODE !-�{RESULTS ;'ha=� ,:.::•-� AN. � . •. � �.NffN•MffMff 1005+� �,AASE�11C. �' . MIfft• ;:. '� *Mff•fM�ff NNNMf* •4.OS0 '�.�, �014 '• �y 8A mg/i ' ~ -. �_�_ti' - 00. ' 101 s c�wMtuM, mgii _ �. _ _ :� :��1 �� `0 102a � ::CHROMIUM. mgA125 - •400 .. 1024 ::CYANIDE, mgA 8 ,G �r 0.200 1025 : FLUORIDE, mgA _Q - zj- 4.000 1028 IRON,, m94s .■��j(�]/j,� IQL .» ~ S _ 1 �I�/� C MAN `, M • .1Q.1, oA w _ ..r � 0.050 0 1035 MERCURY. m9A Ill. .c _ .jw-oz• 0.002 03g NICKEL, mg/l„ 17.1L w . je S o . 100 1045 - ' • 'fl-'SELENIUM, mgn : �; . l ..'� : ;0.050 -: its SOC40K mQn `l �,�.t- •.�_ _ PYA 1055 SULFATE, mg/I 137 ^� -__w ' NIA 1074 ANTIMONY, mg/I l7-Q C_ _ •jWL 0.006 1075 BERYLLIUM, mgA 370 .e,, _ ,•orp/ 0.004 1085 THALLIUM 3.70 .c_ / 0.002 1925 pH, units 1 3 5 _'7.1 j� > e.5 CHLOFUNATEO % t,.�..;•�, ti ,�;r.�. sins.; • J`:. 1-4 t �.DATED ►1,. a.�. ALUM •'l�tiH• :�, 'r ! t',7.•1, ~ fr. "„� .. ( ) ODA ASH { } CAUSTIC ( } WATER SOFTENER { } POTASSIUM PERMANGANATE { ) PHOSPHATE, IRON CONTROL ( ) PHOSPHATE, MANG. CONTROL j ) PHOSPHATE, CORK. CONTROLOTHER LABORATORY NOTE: A result preceded by the "less than' symbol must be less than or. equal to the detection Limit or one•-9tth (1/5) of the ailowable.Amit. ( ) SAMPLE UNSATISFACTORY j ) RESAMPLE REQUESTED .ie Analyses 89gun: Q 71_ Date Analyses Completed:.a „Q o?,/, F -L Laboratory Log #: 94 W rka2O_- t-3__ COMMENTS: Time Analyses Begun: -1_(o:5' Time Analys ornpleted: l aj.r {t,., ,_M CertlOed 8y.� �--- U APPENDIX D SPECULATIVE NPDES DISCHARGE LIAMITS State of North Carolina Department of Envirorlm-erit, Health and Natural Resources �- Division of Environmental Management James B. Hunt, Jr., Govemor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director April20, 1995 Ms. Helen Locldey, Manager Town of Fairmont Post Office Box 248 Fairmont, North Carolina 28340 ITA [DEHNFi Subject: Town of Fairmont Waste Water Treatment Plant NCO021059 Subbasin: 03-07-54 Robeson County Dear Ms. Locldey: I am writing in response to your letter requesting speculative limits for a proposed relocation and expansion of the Town of Fairmont s wastewater treatment plant. The wastewater discharge from this facility currently flows into the Pitman Mill Branch which is located in the Ashpole Swamp watershed. The proposed relocation is to the Lumber River mainstem at Highway 74 near the Boardman gage. As part of the preparation for the Lumber River Management Plan, the USGS developed a low flow profile for the Lumber River which includes flow statistics at the Boardman gage. The following represents those determinations: Drainage Area 1,228miles2 summer 7Q10: 122 cfs winter 7010: 250 cfs Q average: 1,300 cfs 30Q2: 304 cfs The recommendations made in this letter reflect management strategies for the Lumber River Basin. The Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan describes the swamp -like conditions which exist throughout most of the watershed. A good example is the Lumber River mainstem downstream from Lumberton where DO concentrations approach 3 mg/I. This is considerably lower than the rest of the river's mainstem and is well below the state standard of 5 mg/I. It is difficult to determine to what extent these low DO concentrations are natural or should be attnbuted to point source discharges of oxygen -demanding wastes located just upstream. At this time, DEM, (Division of Environmental Management) does not have an adequate tool to evaluate these swamp systems. To address the uncertainty surrounding the water quality in the Lumber River and the lack of a modeling tool, a permitting strategy was developed. Therefore, recommendations for all new dischargers to the Lumber River watershed will receive advanced secondary limits unless facilities are relocated to an area where more stringent limits are already in place. P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Telephone 919-733-7015 FAX 919-733-2496 50% recycled/10% post -consumer paper 3 �.el' 11 awn of Fairmont VWlrf P NCO021059 The tentative limits for the Fairmont WWTP expansion from from 0.500 mgd to 2.0 mgd at Highway 74 near the Boardman gage on the Lumber River are as follows: Flow mgd): ( BOD$ (mg/l): 2.0 N m NH3-(�� 15.0 Dissolved Oxygen (mg/I): 4.0 Total Suspended Solids (mg/1): 5.0 Fecal Colifonn (#/100ml): 0 PH (S�: 200 Total Phosphorus (mg/1): 6-9 Total Nitrogen (mg/l): monitor Total Residual Chlorine (µg/I); monr monitor to Quarterly Chronic'(Ceriodaphnia) Toxic1.!y Test at 2.!E % ; 28 Febniary, May, August, and November Please be advised that response to this request does not guarantee that the Division will issue an NPDES permit to discharge treated wastewater into these receiving waters. It should be noted that a new facility involving an expenditure of public funds or use of public (state) lands and having a design capacity of 0.5 MGD or greater (or a facility proposing an expansion of 0.5 MGD or greater), or exceeding one-third of the 7Q10 of the receiving stream will require the preparation of an environmental assessment (EA) by the applicant. DEM will not accept a permit application for a project requiring an EA until the document has been approved by the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and a Finding of No Significant impact (FONSI) has been sent to the state Clearinghouse for review and comment. The EA should contain a clear justification for the proposed facility and an analysis of potential alternatives which should include a thorough evaluation of non -discharge alternatives. in addition, an EA should show how water reuse, conservation and inflow/Enfittration reductions have been considered. Nondischarge alternatives, such as spray irrigation, water conservation, inflow and infiltration reduction or connection to a regional treatment and disposal system, are considered to be environmentally preferable to a surface water discharge. In accordance with the North Carolina General Statutes, the practicable waste treatment and disposal altemative with the least adverse impact on the environment is required to be implemented. if the EA demonstrates that the project may result in a significant adverse affect on the quality of the environment, an Environmental Impact Statement would be required. Monica Swihart of the Water Quality Planning Branch can provide further information regarding the requirements of the N.C. Environmental Policy Act. Please note that Inflow and infiltration is still a concern for the existing facility. Contact with our _ Regional Office indicates that ongoing efforts to remedy these problems are taking place. Toxic specific limits have not been reviewed in this speculative analysis. The Technical Support Branch would recommend coordination between your staff and our Pretreatment Staff to determine possible toxicants involved in this proposed discharge. Our current information indicates that no Significant Industrial Users, (SiU's) are currently tied into your plant. A complete evaluation of limits and monitoring requirements for metals and other toxicants will need to be addressed at the time of a formal NPDES application. Under current Division of Environmental DEM Management 9 ( )procedure, dechlorination and chlorine limits are recommended for all new or expanding dischargers proposing the use of chlorine for disinfection. An acceptable level of residual chlorine in the proposed discharge is 28 µg/I for protection against acute toxicity. The process of chlorination / dechlorination or ultra violet radiation may allow the facility to comply with the total residual chlorine limit. awn of Fairmont WWTP NCO021059 Again, please note that these Omits are s NPDES effluent limitations Vitt be determined uaft r a fo�rmaai for Tanning purposes only. The final io, the Division of Environmental Management, if there area it application has been submitted this matter, please feel free to contact Farrell Keough, (ext.51 p)�or me (extio519 concerning (919)733 - 5083. ( ) at (919) Sincerely, onald Safrit, P. Assistant Chief for Techn' Support Water Quality Section cc: Dave Goodrich, NPDES Permits Group Paul Rawls, Fayetteville Regional Office Central Files APPENDIX E HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER LETTER wr• North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Betty Ray McCain, Secretary August 9, 1995 Helen Lockley Town of Fairmont P.O. Box 248 Fairmont, NC 28340-0248 Re: Wastewater Treatment/Annexation Improvements, Fairmont, Robeson County, 96-C-0000-0066 Dear Ms. Lockley: Division of Archives and History William S. Price. Jr., Director We have received information concerning the above project from the State Clearinghouse. We have conducted a review of the project and are aware of no properties of architectural, historic, or archaeological significance which would be affected by the project. Therefore, we have no comment on the project as currently proposed. The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763. Sincerely, '00 David Brook Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer DB:slw cc: State Clearinghouse Rural Economic and Community Development, Lumberton 109 East Jones Street - Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 o � � EXHIBIT H PROJECT MAPS PREPARED BY HOBBS, UPCHURCH & ASSOCIATES, P.A. 290 S.W. BROAD STREET SOUTHERN PINES, NORTH CAROLINA OCTOBER,1995 man, UPgkI k ASmCU�IES, P.I� fonia resin o�x w�vm axr _ fllliNtY xYEI YItv.Oonf _ r�u�.t ewesw�raw.��am - I U�Oyb1{A IINT. A]IIIYlI� li�[MI�IWJ WId'Oy� YIYICi '1" d 'S31VKIOM V H] MI 'SWW rn 'n itGmvau 3LVN=LT/ _ - AROIMN 72 i >< ; Y. COMM t/ ALTERNATE WASTEWATER TREATAENT PLANT SITE PR TOM u xe nP� \ FROPOSE[> FORGE KAIN�'\, FA 11 3 l 1 • I \ �g ' AV A\ EXISTING WASTEWATER \ y$ TREAT AEN7 PLANT SITE ii XOBBS. VPAIWCX i ASSOWTES. PA i4 i30 »>urX>r xwoe neenmm _ �r�\'• ro1N r rnwar ♦ bA f 2q'p MN W1 r "V 1 3 1995 I I Is ROBESON COUNTY NORTH CAROLINA r- Ass late Editor, of THE ROBESONIAN, a news- paper published in Robeson County, N. C., being duly sworn, says that at the time the attached notice was published in THE ROBESONIAN, said newspaper met all of the requirements and quali. fications prescribed by North Caroline General Statute 1.597; that said newspaper had a general circulation to actual paid subscribers; and, was admitted to the United States mail as second class matter in Robeson County, N. C.; and fur- ther, that the attached notice was published in THE ROBESSONIAN once a week for ----.con- secutive weeks on the following issue dates .19 Jr. -Associate Editor Sworn to and ssuubscribed before me this the ._,_qday of d NOTARYCPbBLIC My commission expires: 5-- -7, 9Y chat - I m11e 1Vort11 e Road of Fairmont q vee,'' Saturday. Oct. 14th • a1, then 7.00 - 11:00 sun ' Iota $1$nS Furniture. Shed] Appliances. �� of Strerylb 1 Housewares at Stub ■ �©llf'' I Keep Up 'he Trend Recycle This ewspaper gain JGERTIPS �41, `\ V --11' AW /' assifled Pages are here to help youl A vsaa..,a.aa OUT k o11 SALE! 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