WQCSD0573_Inspection_20230829

DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B4DEF69-8539-4665-9BD5-FAEC30269347
Permit: WQCSD0573
SOC:
County: Columbus
Region: Wilmington
Contact Person: Nancy Hill
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Town of Brunswick
Effective: Expiration: Facility: Brunswick Deemed Municipal Collection Syster
Title:
Certification:
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Related Permits:
WQCS00072 City of Whiteville - Whiteville Collection System
NC0021920 City of Whiteville - Whiteville WWTP
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023 Entry Time 01:30PM Exit Time: 03:30PM
Primary Inspector: Morella Sanchez -King DoauSigned by: Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s): Sa"A" 1 6"
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Tyler G Benson
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 Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B4DEF69-8539-4665-9BD5-FAEC30269347
Permit: WQCSD0573 Owner - Facility: Town of Brunswick
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The DWR appreciates the assistance provided by Mr. Danny Sellers during the inspection performed on 08/29/2023 by
Morella Sanchez King and Tyler Benson with DWR.
The system is a deemed permitted collection system with four (4) pump stations. The system seems to be well operated
and maintained. All the pump stations were clean, except for PS at Davis Dr. that had --50% of grease. Generators and
visual alarms worked well during inspection. Audible alarm in PS#2 was barely audible.
The following violations were detected during the inspection:
1. Recordkeeping of pump station inspections and system O&M are non existent. This violation was documented with a
notice of deficiency in the previous inspection performed 02/18/2020. At the time, example forms were provided but have
never been implemented.
2. There are two pump stations (Leach St. PS# 1 and Mill Loop PS#2) that have a water supply. However, they do not
have a backflow preventer to avoid contaminated water to enter the water system.
A Notice of Violation is being issued for the items 1 and 2, above.
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B4DEF69-8539-4665-9BD5-FAEC30269347
Permit: WQCSD0573 Owner - Facility: Town of Brunswick
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General
# Is this system a satellite system?
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Is there a overall sewer system map?
Does the map include:
Yes No NA NE
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WQCS00072
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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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: No records were available on inspection day. This violation was documented on previous
inspection performed 02/18/2020.
Grease Control Yes No NA NE
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is action taken against violators? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: There are no commercial customers that would require FOG controls.
Spills and Response Action Plan
Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
0
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If No, describe type of bypass and location
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years?
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0 ❑ ❑
If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria?
❑
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If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
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Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
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# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
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# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B4DEF69-8539-4665-9BD5-FAEC30269347
Permit: WQCSD0573 Owner - Facility: Town of Brunswick
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
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Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
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# Response time
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# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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# Access to cleaning equipment
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# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers
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# Source of emergency funds
❑
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# Site sanitation and cleanup materials
❑
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# Post-overflow/spill assessment
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Comment:
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
# 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: O&M records are missing. The only records available are pump run times.
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Lines are located within roadway or in ROW.
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole covers present? ❑ ❑ ❑
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B4DEF69-8539-4665-9BD5-FAEC30269347
Permit: WQCSD0573 Owner - Facility: Town of Brunswick
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
# Are manholes properly seated?
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# Are manholes in good condition?
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# Are inverts in good condition?
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Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
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Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
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Are manholes free of excessive roots?
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Are manholes free of excessive sand?
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Are manhole vents screened?
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Are vents free of submergence?
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Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
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Comment:
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
PS #130 New Britton, PS #2 Mill Loop Rd, and PS#1 Leach St
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
3
# Number of vacuum stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
0
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
0
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
0
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
3
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
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Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
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# Do they all have telemetry installed?
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Is the telemetry system functional?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
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Does the sign include
Owner Name?
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Pump station identifier?
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# Address?
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Instructions for notification?
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24-hour emergency contact numbers?
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
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DocuSign Envelope ID: 7B4DEF69-8539-4665-9BD5-FAEC30269347
Permit: WQCSD0573 Owner - Facility: Town of Brunswick
Inspection Date: 08/29/2023 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
0
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If tested during inspection, did it function properly?
0
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Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions?
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# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
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❑ 0 ❑
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
0
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# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
❑
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If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
It is unknown if the Town has a distribution plan. Recordkeeping is missing.
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
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❑ 0 ❑
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
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0 ❑ ❑
Do pump station logs include at a minimum
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Inspecting and exercising all valves? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Comment: All PS have generators and worked properly when tested on inspection day. Alarms at PS#1
and PS#2 were very almost inaudible- please correct this deficiency. Visual alarms were ok.
Recorkeeping needs to be implemented for the entire system. Leach St. PS# 1 and Mill Loop
Rd PS#2 have water supplies, but they do not have a backflow preventer installed. This is
required to avoid contaminated water to enter the water system.
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