WQCSD0038_BIMS Report_20231201

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQCSD0038 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Town of McAdenville
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: McAdenville Collection System
County: Gaston
Region: Mooresville
Contact Person:Michael C Graham Title: Assistant Division Manager WW Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Ronald Gene Cook Certification: 991019 Phone: [phone]
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 11/30/2023 Entry Time 09:40AM Exit Time: 10:40AM
Primary Inspector:Tony Parker Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control
Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines
Manholes
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCSD0038 Owner-Facility:Town of McAdenville
Inspection Date: 11/30/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Permit: WQCSDO038 Owner-Facility:Town of McAdenville
Inspection Date: 11/30/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes,what is system name or permit number? City of Gastonia
Is there a overall sewer system map? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes ❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe materials(PVC, DIP, etc) ❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe location ❑ ❑ ❑
# Flow direction ❑ ❑ ❑
# Approximate pipe age ❑ ❑ ❑
# Pump station ID, location and capacity ❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location &type ❑ ❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections ❑ ❑ ❑
Are system maintenance records maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The Town uses digital and paper maps. This is a public deemed system with no pump stations
and all flows generated are via gravity and the City of of Gastonia ( 2 Rivers Utilities ) operates
and maintains the system for McAdenville.
Grease Control Yes No NA NE
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes,what are they?(This can reduce mailing to annual.)
The Town distributes FOG info to customers via website and with water bills and info is normally posted at
pay stations.
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is action taken against violators? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass? ❑ ❑ ❑
#Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes,were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? ❑ ❑ ❑
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are there repeated overflows/problems(2 or more in 12 months)at same location? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
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Permit: WQCSDO038 Owner-Facility:Town of McAdenville
Inspection Date: 11/30/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers ❑ ❑ ❑
# Response time ❑ ❑ ❑
# Equipment list and spare parts inventory ❑ ❑ ❑
# Access to cleaning equipment ❑ ❑ ❑
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers ❑ ❑ ❑
# Source of emergency funds ❑ ❑ ❑
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials ❑ ❑ ❑
# Post-overflow/spill assessment 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: No SSO's for the report period.
Inspections Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the annual inspection documented? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the system have any high-priority lines/locations? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: This system has 3 HPL's and no pump stations and all activities were documented.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
2 aerials just behind the Town Administration office at 163 North Main St. No issues noted.
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: All activities are documented.
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Various manholes inspected and no issues observed.
Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0038 Owner-Facility:Town of McAdenville
Inspection Date: 11/30/2023 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole covers present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are manholes properly seated? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are manholes in good condition? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Are inverts in good condition? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is flow unrestricted in manholes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive roots? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive sand? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole vents screened? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are vents free of submergence? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: No issues with manholes.
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