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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Charles Wakild, P.E.
Governor Director
Ms. Karol Kain Gray
Vice Chancellor of Finance and Administration
University of North Carolina -at Chapel Hill
302 South Building CB # 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
Dear Ms. Gray:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
June 14, 2012 D
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NC DfI R
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit
Permit NCO025305
UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
Class I
office
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements
of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
Your comments from April 18, 2012 were responded to by the Division in a April 19, 2012 emaileq sent
to your Environmental and Safety contact Sharon Myers, and the necessary technical corrections were made in
this permit.
Summary of Chan, es in Final Permit from Existing Permit
1) Removed reference to emergency once through cooling water discharge.
2) Revised effluent page A.(1) measurement frequency footnote 1 to once during a discharge event per
calendar month.
3) Added monitoring for arsenic, selenium, and thallium.
4) Removed special conditions A. (2), A. (3), A. (5), A. (6), and A. (;') and replaced with Section B Stormwater.
5) Made technical corrections to operation, equipment, outfalls, and latitude. longitude narratives.
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina
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If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days
following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter
150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final
and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other federal or local
governmental permits that may be required.
If you have questions concerning this permit in regards to the stormwater requirements for your facility,
permit Section B, please contact Bethany Georgoulias at telephone number [phone] or at email
[e-mail]; or in regards to the industrial wastewater requirements for your facility,
permit Section A, please contact Ron Berry at phone number [phone] or at email [e-mail].
Sincerely,
harles Wakild, P.E.
Attachments
Cc: Raleigh Regional OfficelSurfacc Water Protection Section
Environmental Sciences Section/Aquatic Toxicology Unit/Susan Meadows (email)
DWQ/Wetlands and Stormwater Branch/Bethany Georgoulias (email)
Central Files
NPDES File
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Permit NC0025305
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER AND STORMWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater and stormwater from a facility located at the
UNC Cogeneration Facility
West Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill
Orange County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Morgan Creek in the Cape Fear River Basin
in accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts
I, II, III and W hereof
This permit shall become July 1, 2012.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2016.
Signed this day June 14, 2012.
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C les Wakild, P.E., Director
� Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

0 0 Permit NCO025305
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate the UNC Cogeneration Facility as a primary non -discharge facility with Orange
Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) contracted to accept all process wastewater, and only
discharge treated process wastewater through Outfall 001 on an emergency basis.
2. Continue to operate an existing wastewater treatment facility for process wastewater and process
area stormwater consisting of:
o an oil/water separator
o two (2) 63,000 gallon equalization basin
o caustic rapid mix tank
o acid rapid mix tank
o polymer feed system
o two (2) settling basins
o Parshall meter flume
3. Continue to operate two non -lined stormwater detention pond, 300,000 gallon west pond which
may discharge stormwater through Outfall 002 with other stormwater sources, and 150,000 gallon
east pond which may discharge stormwater through Outfall 003 with other stormwater sources.
Located at UNC Cogeneration Facility, West Cameron Avenue, Chapel Hill in Orange County.
4. Discharges from said treatment works and detention ponds at the location specified on the attached
map into an unnamed tributary to Morgan Creek, a class WS-IV NSW water in the Cape Fear River
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SECTION A: INDUSTRIAL/PROCESS WASTEWATER
Permit NCO025305
A. (I) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from Outfall 001 (Low Volume Wastewater, Coal Pile Runoff,
Stormwater Runoff [Fuel Storage Area], Treated Industrial Wastewater). Such discharges shall be
limited and monitored by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT
CHARACTERISTICS
LIMITS
MONITORING
REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
T e
Sample
Location 2
Flow
0.0922 MGD
Footnote I
Recording
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine 3
28 µg/L
Footnote I
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
30.0 mg/L
100 mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Oil and Grease
15.0 mg/L
20.0 mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
p H
Not greater than 9.0 S.U.
nor less than 6.0 S.U.
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Chlorides
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Sulfates
250 mg/L
250 mg/L
Footnote I
Grab
Effluent
Temperature, ° C 4
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent,
Upstream,
Downstream
Conductivity
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent,
Upstream,
Downstream
Arsenic, µg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Copper, µg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Iron, mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Selenium, µg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Thallium, µg/L 5
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Zinc, µg/L
Footnote I
Grab
Effluent
TKN, mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
NO3-N+NO2-N, mg/L 6
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Total Nitrogen (TN), mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Total Phosphorus, mg/L
Footnote 1
Grab
Effluent
Acute Toxicity
Episodic
Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. Once during a discharge event per calendar month.
2. Sample locations: Upstream — upstream at vault prior to reaching unnamed tributary; Downstream
— downstream at convenient site prior to reaching Morgan Creek.
3. Monitoring and Iimit only apply if chlorine or a chlorine derivative is added to any waste stream.
The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/L to be in compliance
with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by
a North Carolina certified laboratory (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50
Itg/L•
4. Effluent temperature shall be as such as not to cause an increase in the receiving stream
temperature of more than 2.8 " C and to cause the ambient water temperature to exceed 32 'C.
5. Minimum detection of 1.0 µg/L required.
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Permit NCO025305
(Continued A.(I) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS)
6. TN — TKN + NO3-N + NO2-N, where TN is Total Nitrogen, TKN is Total KjeldahI Nitrogen, and
NO3-N and NO2-N are Nitrate and Nitrite Nitrogen, respectively.
7. Acute toxicity (24 hr, Pimephales promelas) shall be performed on an episodic basis. See Part
A.(2).
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM OTHER
THAN IN TRACE AMOUNTS.
This facility is approved as a non -discharge facility with OWASA contracted to accept all the facility
process wastewater. The permit allows direct discharge of treated wastewater through Outfall 001 on
an emergency bases at which time the monitoring requirements listed above need to be implemented
and compliance met. If an actual discharge does not occur during a given month, then report such on
the monthly monitoring reports.
A. (2) ACUTE TOXICITY MONITORING (EPISODIC)
The permittee shall conduct FIVE acute toxicity tests using protocols defined as definitive in E.P.A.
Document EPA/600/4-90/027 entitled "Methods for Measuring the Acute Toxicity of Effluents to
Freshwater and Marine Organisms." The monitoring shall be performed as a Fathead Minnow
(Pimephales promelas) 24 hour static test. Effluent samples for self -monitoring purposes must be
obtained below all waste treatment. Sampling and subsequent testing will occur during the first five
discrete discharge events after the effective date of this permit. After monitoring of the first five
toxicity tests, the permittee will conduct one test annually, with the annual period beginning in January
of the next calendar year. The annual test requirement must be performed and reported by June 30. If
no discharge occurs by June 30, notification will be made to the Division by this date. Toxicity testing
will be performed on the next discharge event for the annual test requirement.
The parameter code for this test is TAE6C. All toxicity testing results required as part of this permit
condition will be entered on the Effluent Discharge Form (MR-1) for the month in which it was
performed, using the appropriate parameter code. Additionally, DWQ Form AT-1 (original) is to be
sent to the following address:
Attention: Environmental Sciences Section
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-1621
Completed Aquatic Toxicity Test Forms shall be filed with the Environmental Sciences Section no
later than 30 days after the end of the reporting period for which the report is made.
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 test data from either these monitoring requirements or tests performed by the North
Carolina Division of Water Quality 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 follow-up testing to be completed no later than the last day of the month following
the month of the initial monitoring.
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SECTION B: STORMWATER
B. (1) INDIVIDUAL PERMIT COVERAGE
Permit NC0025305
During the period beginning on the effective date of the permit and lasting until expiration, the
permittee is authorized to discharge stormwater associated with industrial activity through Outfall 002
and Outfall 003. Such discharges shall be controlled, limited and monitored as specified in this permit.
If industrial materials and activities are not exposed to precipitation or runoff as described in 40 CFR
§ 122.26(g), the facility may qualify for a No Exposure Exclusion from NPDES stormwater discharge
permit requirements. Any owner or operator wishing to obtain a No Exposure Certification must
submit a No Exposure Certification NOI form to the Division; must receive approval by the Division;
must maintain no exposure conditions unless authorized to discharge under a valid NPDES stormwater
permit; and must reapply for the No Exposure Exclusion once every five (5) years.
B. (2) PERMITTED ACTIVITIES
Until this permit expires or is modified or revoked, the permittee is authorized to discharge stormwater
to the surface waters of North Carolina or separate storm sewer system that has been adequately treated
and managed in accordance with the terms and conditions of this individual permit. All stormwater
discharges shall be in accordance with the conditions of this permit.
Any other point source discharge to surface waters of the state is prohibited unless it is an allowable
non-stormwater discharge or is covered by another permit, authorization, or approval. The stormwater
discharges allowed by this individual permit shall not cause or contribute to violations of Water
Quality Standards.
This permit does not relieve the permittee from responsibility for compliance with any other applicable
federal, state, or local law, rule, standard, ordinance, order, judgment, or decree.
B. (3) STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
The Permittee shall develop a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan, herein after referred to as the
PIan. This Plan shall be considered public information in accordance with Part II, Section E, Paragraph
10 of this individual permit. The Plan shall include, at a minimum, the following items:
1. Site Plan. The site plan shall provide a description of the physical facility and the potential
pollutant sources which may be expected to contribute to contamination of stormwater
discharges. The site plan shall contain the following:
(a) A general location map (USGS quadrangle map or appropriately drafted equivalent
map), showing the facility's location in relation to transportation routes and surface
waters, the name of the receiving water(s) to which the stormwater outfall(s) discharges,
or if the discharge is to a municipal separate storm sewer system, the name of the
municipality and the ultimate receiving waters, and accurate latitude and longitude of
the point(s) of discharge. The general location map (or alternatively the site map) shall
identify whether each receiving water is impaired (on the state's 303(d) list of impaired
waters) or is located in a watershed far which a TMDL has been established, and what
the parameter(s) of concern are.
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Permit NCO025305
(Continued B. (3) STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN)
(b) A narrative description of storage practices, loading and unloading activities, outdoor
process areas, dust or particulate generating or control processes, and waste disposal
practices. A narrative description of the potential pollutants which could be expected to
be present in the stormwater discharge from each outfall.
(c) A site map drawn to scale (including a distance legend) showing: the site property
boundary, the stormwater discharge outfalls, all on -site and adjacent surface waters and
wetlands, industrial activity areas (including storage of materials, disposal areas, process
areas, loading and unloading areas, and haul roads), site topography, all drainage
features and structures, drainage areas for each outfall, direction of flow in each
drainage area, industrial activities occurring in each drainage area, buildings, existing
BMPs, and impervious surfaces. The site map must indicate the percentage of each
drainage area that is impervious.
(d) A list of significant spills or leaks of pollutants that have occurred at the facility during
the three (3) previous years and any corrective actions taken to mitigate spill impacts.
(e) Certification that the stormwater outfalls have been evaluated for the presence of non-
stormwater discharges. The certification statement will be signed in accordance with
the requirements found in Part II, Section B, Paragraph 11. The permittee shall re-
certify annually that the stormwater outfalls have been evaluated for the presence of
non-stormwater discharges.
2. Stormwater Management Plan. The stormwater management plan shall contain a narrative
description of the materials management practices employed which control or minimize the
exposure of significant materials to stormwater, including structural and nonstructural
measures. The stormwater management plan, at a minimum, shall incorporate the following:
(a) Feasibility Study. A review of the technical and economic feasibility of changing the
methods of operations and/or storage practices to eliminate or reduce exposure of
materials and processes to stormwater. Wherever practical, the permittee shall prevent
exposure of all storage areas, material handling operations, and manufacturing or
fueling operations. In areas where elimination of exposure is not practical, the
stormwater management plan shall document the feasibility of diverting the stormwater
runoff away from areas of potential contamination.
(b) Secondary Containment Requirements and Records. Secondary containment is required
for: bulk storage of liquid materials; storage in any amount of Section 313 of Title III of
the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) water priority chemicals;
and storage in any amount of hazardous substances, in order to prevent leaks and spills
from contaminating stormwater runoff. A table or summary of all such tanks and stored
materials and their associated secondary containment areas shall be maintained. If the
secondary containment devices are connected to stormwater conveyance systems, the
connection shall be controlled by manually activated valves or other similar devices
(which shall be secured closed with a locking mechanism), and any stormwater that
accumulates in the containment area shall be at a minimum visually observed for color,
foam, outfall staining, visible sheens and dry weather flow, prior to release of the
accumulated stormwater. Accumulated stormwater shall be released if found to be
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(Continued B. (3) STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN)
Permit NCO025305
uncontaminated by any material. Records documenting the individual making the
observation, the description of the accumulated stormwater, and the date and time of the
release shall be kept for a period of five years.
(c) BMP Summary. A listing of site structural and non-structural Best Management
Practices (BMP) shall be provided. The installation and implementation of BMPs shall
be based on the assessment of the potential for sources to contribute significant
quantities of pollutants to stormwater discharges and data collected through monitoring
of stormwater discharges. The BMP Summary shall include a written record of the
specific rationale for installation and implementation of the selected site BMPs. The
BMP Summary shall be reviewed and updated annually.
3. Spill Prevention and Response Plan. The Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP) shall
incorporate an assessment of potential pollutant sources based on a materials inventory of the
facility. Facility personnel (or the team) responsible for implementing the SPRP shall be
identified in a written list incorporated into the SPRP and signed and dated by each individual
acknowledging their responsibilities for the plan. A responsible person shall be on -site at all
times during facility operations that have the potential to contaminate stormwater runoff
through spills or exposure of materials associated with the facility operations. The SPRP must
be site stormwater specific. Therefore, an oil Spill Prevention Control and Countermeasure
plan (SPCC) may be a component of the SPRP, but may not be sufficient to completely address
the stormwater aspects of the SPRP. The common elements of the SPCC with the SPRP may
be incorporated by reference into the SPRP.
4. Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Program. A preventative maintenance and
good housekeeping program shall be developed. The program shall list all stormwater control
systems, stormwater discharge outfalls, all on -site and adjacent surface waters and wetlands,
industrial activity areas (including material storage areas, material handling areas, disposal
areas, process areas, loading and unloading areas, and haul roads), all drainage features and
structures, and existing structural BMPs. The program shall establish schedules of inspections,
maintenance, and housekeeping activities of stormwater control systems, as well as facility
equipment, facility areas, and facility systems that present a potential for stormwater exposure
or stormwater pollution. Inspection of material handling areas and regular cleaning schedules
of these areas shall be incorporated into the program. Timely compliance with the established
schedules for inspections, maintenance, and housekeeping shall be recorded in writing and
maintained in the SPPP.
Employee Training. Training programs shall be developed and training provided at a minimum
on an annual basis for facility personnel with responsibilities for: spill response and cleanup,
preventative maintenance activities, and for any of the facility's operations that have the
potential to contaminate stormwater runoff. Facility personnel (or team) responsible for
implementing the training shall be identified, and their annual training shall be documented by
the signature of each employee trained.
6. Responsible Party. The Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan shall identify a specific
position(s) responsible for the overall coordination, development, implementation, and revision
to the Plan. Responsibilities for all components of the Plan shall be documented and position
assignments provided.
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` Permit NCO025305
(Continued B. (3) STORMWATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN)
7. Plan Amendment. The permittee shall amend the Plan whenever there is a change in design,
construction, operation, or maintenance which has a significant effect on the potential for the
discharge of pollutants to surface waters. All aspects of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Plan shall be reviewed and updated on an annual basis. The annual update shall include an
updated list of significant spills or leaks of pollutants for the previous three years, or the
notation that no spills have occurred. The annual update shall include written re -certification
that the stormwater outfalls have been evaluated for the presence of non-stormwater discharges.
Each annual update shall include a documented re-evaluation of the effectiveness of the BMPs
listed in the BMP Summary of the Stormwater Management Plan.
The Director may notify the permittee when the Plan does not meet one or more of the
minimum requirements of the permit. Within 30 days of such notice, the permittee shall submit
a time schedule to the Director for modifying the Plan to meet minimum requirements. The
permittee shall provide certification in writing in accordance with Part II, Section B, Paragraph
11 to the Director that the changes have been made.
8. Facility Inspections. Inspections of the facility and all stormwater systems shall occur as part of
the Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Program at a minimum on a semi-
annual schedule, once during the first half of the year (January to June), and once during the
second half (July to December), with at least 60 days separating inspection dates (unless
performed more frequently than semi-annually). These facility inspections are different from,
and in addition to, the stormwater discharge characteristic monitoring required in special
conditions B.(4) and B.(5) of this permit.
9. Implementation. The permittee shall implement the Plan. Implementation of the Plan shall
include documentation of all monitoring, measurements, inspections, maintenance activities,
and training provided to employees, including the log of the sampling data and of actions taken
to implement BMPs associated with the industrial activities, including vehicle maintenance
activities. Such documentation shall be kept on -site for a period of five years and made
available to the Director or the Director's authorized representative immediately upon request.
B. (4) ANALYTICAL MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Analytical monitoring of stormwater discharges from Stormwater Discharge Ogfalls 002 and 003
shall be performed as specified in Table 1. All analytical monitoring shall be performed during a
representative storm event. The required monitoring will result in a minimum of ten analytical
samplings being conducted over the term of the permit at each stormwater discharge outfall (SDO).
A representative storm event is a storm event that measures greater than 0.1 inches of rainfall.
The time between this storm event and the previous storm event measuring greater than 0.1
inches must be at least 72 hours. A single storm event may have a period of no precipitation of
up to 10 hours. For example, if it rains but stops before producing any collectable discharge, a
sample may be collected if the next rain producing a discharge begins within 10 hours.
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O Permit NCO025305
(Continued B. (4) ANALYTICAL MONITORING REQUIRMENTS)
Table 1: Analytical Monitoring Requirements for Stormwater Outfalls
Discharge
Units
Measurement
Sample
Sample
Characteristics
Frequency I
Type e
Location 3
40 CFR Part 423 Appendix A:
13 Priority Pollutant Metals
µg/I
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
(Ag, As, Be, Cd, Cr, Cu, Hg,
Ni, Pb, Sb, Se, Tl, Zn) 4,5
A
1
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
B5
j
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
Chemical Oxygen Demand
mg/1
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
(COD
Total Suspended Solids (TSS)
MELI
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
Sulfate 5
m I
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
Oil and Grease O&G
m 1
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
H
S.U.
semi-annual
Grab
SDO
Total Rainfall 6
inches
semi-annual
Rain Gauge
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Footnotes:
1. Measurement Frequency: Twice per year during a representative storm event, for each year until
either another permit is issued for this facility or until this permit is revoked or rescinded. If at the
end of this permitting cycle the permittee has submitted the appropriate paperwork for a renewal
permit before the submittal deadline, the permittee will be considered for a renewal application.
The applicant must continue semi-annual monitoring until the renewed permit is issued. See Table
2 for schedule of monitoring periods through the end of this permitting cycle.
2. If the stormwater runoff is controlled by a stormwater detention pond, a grab sample of the
discharge from the pond shall be collected within the first 30 minutes of discharge.
3. Sample Location: Samples shall be collected at each stormwater discharge outfall (SDO) unless
representative outfall status has been granted.
4. Mercury shall be analyzed by EPA Low-level detection method 1631 E. This method also requires
a field blank be analyzed. A benchmark does not apply; however, values above 0.012 Pg/1 should
be noted on annual SDO DMR reports to the Regional Office.
5. Monitoring for the 13 priority pollutant metals, Al, B, and/or sulfate may be discontinued after the
list four ) sampling even if results are below benchmark concentrations (or if there is no
applicable benchmark, as for boron, mercury, and thallium). For the first two (2) sampling events,
these parameters are exempt from tiered response actions (even if other parameters trigger monthly
monitoring). For any of these parameters other than mercury that are above benchmark
concentrations in the second year of the permit, the permittee shall either (I) begin following Tier
requirements; or (2) submit a request to the Division to discontinue monitoring with information to
demonstrate the industrial activities or materials at this site are not a significant contributor to
stormwater discharge concentrations; or (3) monitor just the parameters with any benchmark
exceedances (in Year 1 or 2) quarterly for the remainder of the permit.
6. For each sampled representative storm event the total precipitation must be recorded. An on -site
rain gauge or local rain gauge reading must be recorded.
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l Permit NCO025305
(Continued B. (4) ANALYTICAL MONITORING REQUIREMENTS)
The permittee shall complete the minimum ten analytical samplings in accordance with the schedule
specified below in Table 2. A minimum of 60 days must separate Period 1 and Period 2 sample dates
unless monthly monitoring has been instituted under a Tier Two response.
Table 2: Monitoring Schedule
Monitoring Period 1,2
Sample Number
Start
End
Year I — Period I
1
July 1, 2012
December 31, 2012
Year 1 — Period 2
2
January 1, 2013
June 30, 2013
Year 2 —Period 1
3
July 1, 2013
December 31, 2013
Year 2 — Period 2
4
January 1, 2014
June 30, 2014
Year 3 —Period 1
5
July 1, 2014
December 31, 2014
Year 3 — Period 2
6
January 1, 2015
June 30, 2015
Year 4 — Period 1
7
July 1, 2015
December 31, 2015
Year 4 — Period 2
8
January 1, 2016
June 30, 2016
Year 5 — Period 1
9
July 1, 2016
December 31, 2016
Year 5 — Period 2
10
January 1, 2017
June 30, 2017
Footnotes:
1. Maintain semi-annual monitoring during permit renewal process. If at the expiration of the
Individual Permit, the permittee has submitted an application for renewal of coverage before the
submittal deadline, the permittee will be considered for renewed coverage. The applicant must
continue semi-annual monitoring until the renewed Certificate of Coverage is issued.
2. If no discharge occurs during the sampling period, the permittee must submit a monitoring report
indicating "No Flow" within 30 days of the end of the six-month sampling period.
The permittee shall report the analytical results from the first sample with valid results within the
monitoring period. In addition, a separate signed Annual Summary DMR copy shall be submitted to
the local DWQ Regional Office (RO) by March 1 of each year. The permittee shall compare
monitoring results to the benchmark values in Table 3. The benchmark values in Table 3 are not
permit limits but should be used as guidelines for the permittee's Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
(SPPP). Exceedences of benchmark values require the permittee to increase monitoring, increase
management actions, increase record keeping, and/or install stormwater Best Management Practices
(BMPs) in a tiered program. See below the descriptions of Tier One and Tier Two.
Table 3: Benchmark Values for Analytical Monitoring
Discharge Characteristics
Units
Benchmark
Aluminum
mg/1
0.75
Antimony
MO
0.09
Arsenic
m 1
0.36
Beryllium
Boron
mg/1
0.07
m 1
NIA
Cadmium
MO
1 0.001
Chromium
m 1
1
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Discharge Characteristics
Units
Benchmark
Copper
-mg/1
0.007
Lead
m I
0.03
Mercury
I
NIA
Nickel
mg/1
0.26
Selenium
m l
0.056
Silver
mg/1
0.001
Thallium
Mg/1
NIA
Zinc
Mg/1
0.067
COD
Mg/1
120
TSS
m 1
100
Sulfate
mg/1
500
O&G
mg/1
30
H see ootnote 1
S.U.
6_ g 1
Footnote:
1. If pH values outside this range are recorded in sampled stormwater discharges, but ambient
rainfall data indicate precipitation pH levels are within + 0.1 standard units of the measured
discharge values or lower, then the lower threshold of this benchmark range does not apply.
Readings from an on -site or local rain gauge (or local precipitation data) must be documented
to demonstrate background concentrations were below the benchmark pH range.
Tier One
if The first valid sampling results are above a benchmark value, or outside of the benchmark range,
for anv parameter at
Then: The permittee shall:
1. Conduct a stormwater management inspection of the facility within two weeks of receiving
sampling results.
2. Identify and evaluate possible causes of the benchmark value exceedence.
3. Identify potential and select the specific: source controls, operational controls, or physical
improvements to reduce concentrations of the parameters of concern, or to bring
concentrations within the benchmark range.
4. Implement the selected actions within two months of the inspection.
5. Record each instance of a Tier One response in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.
Include the date and value of the benchmark exceedence, the inspection date, the personnel
conducting the inspection, the selected actions, and the date the selected actions were
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(Continued B. (4) ANALYTICAL MONITORING REQUIREMENTS - Tier Two)
Tier Two
If During the term of this permit, the first valid sampling results from two consecutive monitoring
periods are above the benchmark values, or outside of the benchmark range, for any specific
at a soccific discharge outfall;
Then: The permittee shall:
1. Repeat all the required actions outlined above in Tier One.
2. Immediately institute monthly monitoring for all parameters (except mercury) at every outfall
where a sampling result exceeded the benchmark value for two consecutive samples.
Monthly (analytical and qualitative) monitoring shall continue until three consecutive sample
results are below the benchmark values or within the benchmark range.
3. If no discharge occurs during the sampling period, the permittee is required to submit a
monthly monitoring report indicating "No Flow" to comply with reporting requirements.
4. Maintain a record of the Tier Two response in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan.
Tier Three
During the term of this permit, if the valid sampling results required for the permit monitoring
periods exceed the benchmark value, or are outside the benchmark range, for any specific
parameter at any specific outfall on four occasions, the permittee shall notify the DWQ Raleigh
Regional Office Supervisor in writing within 30 days of receipt of the fourth analytical results.
DWQ may, but is not limited to:
• Require that the permittee increase or decrease the monitoring frequency for the remainder
of the permit;
• Work with the permittee to develop alternative response strategies;
• Require the permittee to install structural stormwater controls;
• Require the permittee to implement other stormwater control measures; or
• Require the permittee implement site modifications to qualify for a No Exposure Exclusion.
The site discharges into the watershed of the Jordan Reservoir, experiencing problems with excessive
nutrient loading. A TMDL applies to this watershed, which is also subject to the Jordan Lake Rules
(15A NCAC 2H .0262-.0273) and related Iegislation (Session Laws 2009-216 and 2009-484). If
additional BMPs are needed to achieve the required level of control for any pollutants addressed by the
TMDL, the permittee will be required to (1) develop a strategy for implementing appropriate BMPs,
and (2) submit a timetable for incorporation of those BMPs into the permitted Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan.
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B. (5) QUALITATIVE MONITORING REQUIRMIENTS
Permit NCO025305
Qualitative monitoring requires a visual inspection of each stormwater outfall regardless of
representative outfall status and shall be performed as specified in Table 4, during the analytical
monitoring event. [If analytical monitoring is not required, the permittee still must conduct semi-annual
qualitative monitoring.] Qualitative monitoring is for the purpose of evaluating the effectiveness of the
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) and assessing new sources of stormwater pollution.
In the event an atypical condition is noted at a stormwater discharge outfall, the permittee shall
document the suspected cause of the condition and any actions taken in response to the discovery. This
documentation will be maintained with the SPPP.
Table 4: Qualitative Monitoring Requirements
Discharge
Characteristics
Frequency 1
Monitoring
Location
Color
semi-annual
SDO
Odor
semi-annual
SDO
Clarity
semi-annual
SDO
Floating Solids
semi-annual
SDO
Suspended Solids
semi-annual
SDO
Foam
semi-annual
SDO
Oil Sheen
semi-annual
SDO
Erosion or deposition at the outfall
semi-annual
SDO
Other obvious indicators
of stormwater pollution
semi-annual
SDO
Footnotes:
I. Measurement Frequency: Twice per year during a representative storm event, for each year until
either another permit is issued for this facility or until this permit is revoked or rescinded. If at the
end of this permitting cycle the permittee has submitted the appropriate paperwork for a renewal
permit before the submittal deadline, the permittee will be considered for a renewal application.
The applicant must continue semi-annual monitoring until the renewed permit is issued. See Table
2 for schedule of monitoring periods through the end of this permitting cycle.
2. Monitoring Location: Qualitative monitoring shall be performed at each stormwater discharge
outfall (SDO) regardless of representative outfall status.
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Permit NCO025305
B. (6) ON -SITE VEHICLE MAINTENANCE MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Facilities which have any vehicle maintenance activity occurring on -site which uses more than 55
gallons of new motor oil per month when averaged over the calendar year shall perform analytical
monitoring as specified below in Table 5. This monitoring shall be performed at all stormwater
discharge outfalls which discharge stormwater runoff from vehicle maintenance areas, and in
accordance with the schedule presented in special condition B. (4) Table 2. All analytical monitoring
shall be performed during a representative storm event.
Table 5: Analytical Monitoring Requirements for On -Site Vehicle Maintenance
Discharge
Units
Measurement
Sample
Benchmark
Sample
Characteristics
Frequency I
Type 2
Values
Location 3
H
standard
semi-annual
Grab
6-9 S.U.
SDO
Total Petroleum
Hydrocarbons (TPH),
mg/1
semi-annual
Grab
15 mg/1
SDO
EPA Method 1664 (SGE EM
Total Suspended Solids
m Ll
semi-annual
Grab
100 mg/1
SDO
Total Rainfall4
inches
semi-annual
Rain gauge
-
New Motor Oil Usage
1 gallons/month
1 semi-annual
I Estimate
I
I-
Footnotes:
1. Measurement Frequency: Twice per year during a representative storm event, for each year until
either another permit is issued for this facility or until this permit is revoked or rescinded. If at the
end of this permitting cycle the permittee has submitted the appropriate paperwork for a renewal
permit before the submittal deadline, the permittee will be considered for a renewal application.
The applicant must continue semi-annual monitoring until the renewed permit is issued. See Table
2 for schedule of monitoring periods through the end of this permitting cycle.
2. If the stormwater runoff is controlled by a stormwater detention pond a grab sample of the
discharge from the pond shall be collected within the first 30 minutes of discharge from the pond.
3. Sample Location: Samples shall be collected at each stormwater discharge outfall (SDO) that
discharges stormwater runoff from area(s) where vehicle maintenance activities occur.
4. For each sampled representative storm event the total precipitation must be recorded. An on -site or
local rain gauge reading must be recorded
Monitoring results shall be compared to the benchmark values in Table 5. The benchmark values in
Table 5 are not permit limits but should be used as guidelines for the permittee's Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan (SPPP). Exceedences of benchmark values require the permittee to increase
monitoring, increase management actions, increase record keeping, and/or install stormwater Best
Management Practices (BMPs), as provided in special condition B. (4) in this permit.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
scq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the foIIowing Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time,`variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than L`24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWO or "the Division"
The Division of Water Quality, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N — the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered - 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 31 1 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow arc representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe proper!,, doge
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Pcrmittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.411.
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
133 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class It violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Scverability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Penmittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Si ng atory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.221.
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122,22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22). NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"1 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility offrnes and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class 11, [l[ and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Pcrmittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators arc fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittec's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bwassins of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. if the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable cnginecring judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
U met
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the causc(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215. l and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.411.
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for TamperinjZ
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41 ].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122,41],
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Resorting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.4](1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)],
4, Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.611 or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part 11.13.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Pcrmittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Pcrmittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215. 1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance Reports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuing Authority and to the userslcustomers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The
report shall summarize the performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the
facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The
report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which
annual period is used for evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DEN 1 Division of Water Quality i Surface Water Protection Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtQ permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 201 1-3941, no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitorin
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels';
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions in Part 11 of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H ,0903(b)(I I)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of the POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes of a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [ I SA NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
I . Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405471; or
4. is designated as such by the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
Effluent limitations are listed in Part 1 of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittec's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (I04°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed under Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SiU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 1 SA NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatment program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part 11 or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Survey (IWS)
The Permittee shall implement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as required by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.446)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division. The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Hcadworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.S.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittce shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.441. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143-215. I, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Pcrmittec's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the H WA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
Authorization to Construct WC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215. 1 (a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their lUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Pcrmittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(c); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. lU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Permittee shall require all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan.(ERP)
The Permittce shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [I5A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Rceorts f PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under I5A NCAC 02H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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NC DENR f Division of Water Quality / Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittec to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary {PPS
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non Compliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (1DSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (1DSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
]Us in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
lUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
41. Public Notice
The Permittec shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittec's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Kee in
The Permittec shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [I5A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permittoe shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [I5A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment_ Program
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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Sent:
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To:
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Cc:
Manuel, Vanessa; Travis Rich; Ronnie Weed; Jesse DuClau
Subject:
[External] Orange Water and Sewer Authority (#NC0025241 and #WQCS00031)
Wastewater Annual Report 2022
Attachments:
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Good evening,
Orange Water and Sewer Authority is please to submitted our Wastewater Annual Report for our Mason Farm
Wastewater Treatment Plant (#NC0025241) and Collection System (#WQCS00031) for the calendar year 2022
We utilized the following methods to provide our Wastewater Annual Report to our customers:
• The report has been posted on our website: 2022-OWASA-Wastewater- Repo rt-Card_Final_Fn =lish.pdf
• On February 20, 2023, we posted an article announcing the release: Featured Story Archives - OWASA
• This article was posted on social media, both our Twitter and Facebook page.
• We are scheduled to perform a radio interview on WCHL — Wonderful Water Segment mid -March 2023 to
discuss our performance and announce the availability of our Wastewater Annual Report.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by phone at [phone] or by email at
[e-mail].
Thanks,
Wil Lawson
Wastewater Treatment and Biosolids Recycling Manager
Orange Water and Sewer Authority
170 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, N.C. 27517
[phone] (Main)
[phone] (Direct)
Email: [e-mail]
NOTICE: In accordance with the North Carolina general statutes, chapter 132, this email address is subject to North
Carolina public records law. As such, please note that all inbound and outbound messages are subject to requests for
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WATER POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM OPERATOR DESIGNATION FORM
NCAC 15A 8G .0201
TAB to Navigate Form
Facility Name: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Permit #
NCO025305
Facility Type: PC Q Facility Grade: II E] SUBMIT SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH CLASSIFICATION
Permittee Owner/Officer Name: George E. Battle III
Email Address: . ghattle3unc.edu -- — -
Permittee Signature: a Date:
fis1R+'t .Z.dtvtrY �'
ORC
Operator in Responsible Charge
Full Name: Jarnie E. Hog aLrrd -- - - - - Work Phone: [phone] -
Email Address: [e-mail]
Certificate Type: PC _ 0 Certificate Grade: ll 0 Certificate Ii: 1008573
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Signature: fX�' '�� Effective Date: /4/,J(,f
I 6, ti that I ogres to m es+grarron as the Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted. I understand and will
y the rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in 15A NCAC 08G .0204 and
failing to do so can result In Discip4nuryActions by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
Backup ORC
Full Name: Qerrick Welch Work Phone:_ _(919) 962-1227
Certificate Type: PC Certificate Grade- J-- 0 Certificate It: 1009065
Signature: zzl_zs— �j1/G�i Effective Date; /y - S K
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"1 certify that i agree to my designation as a Sack -up Operator in Responsib?e Charge for the facility noted. I understand and will
obide by the rules and regulations pertair,.:ng to the responsibilities of the ORC asset forth in 15A NCAC 08G .0204 and failing to
do so can result in Disciplinary Acrions by the Water Pollution Contra/ System Operators Certification Commission.
Backup ORC
Full Name: James P. Chrlsp Work Phone: [phone]
Certificate Type: PC 0 Certificate Grade: I _ El Certificate #: 1011858
1 �CL19Signature: Cpyvt _ Effective Date:.
"I certify that i agree to nay designation Ss a Bock -up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted i understand and will
abide by the rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC os set fortti in 15A NCAC086.0204 and failing to do
so can result in Disciplinary Actions by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
Mail, fax or email ORIGINAL to WPCSOCC, 1618 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1618 i FAX; 919-715-2726 [e-mail]
Mall or fax a COPY to: Choose DV'1R Regional Office that has coverage of this facility.
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Facility Name: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Permit #: NCO025305
Backup ORC
Full Name; Work Phone:
Certificate Type: Select Certificate Grade: Select Certificate #;
Signature: _ Effective Date:
I certify that l agree to my designation as a Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted, l understond and will
abide by the rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC asset forth in ISA NCAC 08G .0204 and failing to
do so can result in Disciplinary Actions by the Water pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
Backup ORC
Full Name: _ Work Phone:
Certificate Type: Select Certificate Grade- Seleel Certificate 11:
Signature: Effective Date:
I certify that 1 agree to my designation us a Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted. t understand and will
abide by the rules and regulations pertainingg to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in ISA NCAC 08G .02.04 and failing to
do so can result in Disciplinary Actions by the Wotet pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission.,
Backup ORC
Full Name: _ Work Phone:
Certificate Type: Select Certificate Grade: Select Certificate th
Signature; ___ .�—.� _ Effective Date:_
i certify that l agree to my designation as o Buck -up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted. 1 understand and will
abide by the rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in ISA MCAC 08G .0204 and failing to
do so can result in Disciplinary Actions by the Water pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."
Backup ORC
Full Name: _ _ _ Work Phone:
Certificate Type: Select Certificate Grade: Select_ Certificate M
Signature: _ _ - Effective Date:
41 certify that 1 agree to my designation as a Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge for the facility noted, 1 understand and will
abide by the rules and regulations pertaining to the responsibilities of the ORC as set forth in ISA PICA 08G 0204 and failing to
do so can result in Disciplinary Actions by the 44oter Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission."

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ROY COOPER
Governor
DIONNE DELLI-GATTI
Secretary
S. DANIEL SMITH
Director
George E. Battle, Vice Chancellor
UNC at Chapel Hill
200 E Cameron Ave Cb 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 227599
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
May 5, 2021
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
NPDES Permit NCO025305
Facility Name: UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
Dear Mr. Battle:
On April 22, 2021, Josh Brigham of the Raleigh Regional Office conducted a compliance evaluation
inspection of the treatment facilities located at the UNC Cogeneration Facility. The purpose of this
inspection was to ensure compliance with the subject NPDES permit. During the inspection, the guidance
of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) Jamie Hoggard was greatly appreciated.
The UNC Cogeneration Facility is located at 575 W. Cameron Ave. Chapel Hill, North Carolina. The
subject facility is covered under NPDES Pen -nit NC0025305. The subject facility is permitted to
discharge wastewater and stormwater to Morgan Creek, which is classified as a Water Supply -IV Nutrient
Sensitive Water in the Cape Fear Basin.
This NPDES compliance evaluation inspection consisted of the folloN%ing:
• Review of the NPDES permit;
• Review of the o%Nnerlfacility information.
• On -site review of records and logs;
• On -site inspection of the wastewater treatment units; and
• On -site inspection of the discharge outfalls.
Findings during the pre -inspection file review were as follows:
1. The current NPDES permit was issued effective July 1, 2012, and expired July 31, 2016. The
Division received the permit renewal application on February 3, 2016.
2. A review of Division records revealed that there are no overdue annual permit fees.
3. A review of the facility's Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) violation report starting in January
2017 indicated the facility failed to timely submit the April 2017 self -monitoring report. The
Division issued a Notice of Violation for this violation. The Division received monitoring report on
September 1, 2017.
4. The facility has three outfalls. Outfall 001 discharges treated wastewater to Orange Water and Sewer
Authorities' Mason Farm WWTP via city sewer. Division records indicate that the last discharge to
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 13800 Barrett Drive Raleigh. North Carolina 27609
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surface waters from Outfall 001 was on April 4, 2001. Outfalls 002 and 003 discharge from two
separate stormwater ponds that are also covered under the subject permit. A review of electronic
DMRs submitted over the past year indicated that the facility does not discharge from any of the
outfalls and the monitoring reports are marked with no flow indicated.
Findings during the inspection were as follows:
5. A records review indicated that records are being maintained as required by the permit. The
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP)was reviewed and found to meet permit requirements.
6. The facility analyzes pH, temperature, conductivity, and sludge depth. All other analyses are
performed by Pace.
7. The treatment units described in the permit were found maintained and functioning properly at the
time of inspection.
If you have questions concerning this report please contact Josh Brigham at 919-791-4251 or
joshua.brigham c ,ncdenr.90NI.
Sincerely,
Vanessa E. Manuel, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.0 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance inspection Report
Approval expires8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i e , PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yrlmolday Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 IN J I 2 IF I 3 1- NCO025305 � I11 121 21/04/22 I17 181 r. I"J { 191 LS J 1 201
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1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I I
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ------------- -Reserved --------------- --
67 70 L71 I 72 LNJ 73, I74 71 1 I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES oermil Number)
08:15AM 21/04/22
12/07101
UNC Cogeneration Facility
501 +hI Cameron Ave
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Chapel Hill NC 27599
10:00AM 21/04/22
16/07131
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)1Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
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Name, Address of Responsible Official/Tille/Phone and Fax Number
Raymond E Dubose,Energy Services Chapel Hill NC 27599I11 Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspect'on (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenar Records' Reports � Self -Monitoring Progran
Sludge Handling Dispos 0 Facility Site Review ® Storm Water
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signalure(s) of Inspector(s) Agency'Office;Phone ar,d Fax Numbers Date
Joshua S Brigham DWRIRRO N10r919-791-4270r
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer ncy+Office!Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete
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Section D: Summary of Find inglComments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
A records review indicated that all records are maintained as required by the permit. The Stormwater
Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) was reviewed and found to meet permit requirements.
The facility analyzes pH, temperature, conductivity, and sludge depth. All other analysis is done by
Pace.
The treatment units described in the permit were found maintained and functioning properly at the time
of inspection. Only spring water was discharging from a junction box to the stream.
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Permit: NCO025305 Owner -Facility: UNC Cogeneration Facility
Inspection Date: 04/2212021 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
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Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex! MLSS, MCRT, Settleable 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Permit
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(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
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Is the facility as described in the permit?
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Equalization Basins
Yes
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Is the basin aerated?
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Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
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Record Keeping
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Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
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Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
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Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
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Results of analysis and calibration
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Permit: NCO025305 Owner - Facility: UNC Cogeneration Facility
Inspection Date: 04122/2021 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Dates of analysis
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Name of person performing analyses
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Transported COCs
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Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
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Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
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on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
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Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
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Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
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No
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Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of sol•ds in center well of circular clanfier?
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ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. RECAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
interim Director
Jonathan Pruitt
UNC at Chapel Hill
200 E Cameron Ave Cb # 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
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NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
December 4, 2018
Subject: Rescission of Notice of Violation (NOV-2018-PC-0438)
UNC Cogeneration Facility
NPDES Permit Number NCO025305
Orange County
Dear Mr. Pruitt:
In a letter dated November 27, 2018, you were notified of two reporting violations (missing outfalls 002 and
003) for the period September 2018. In a telephone call from Tim Aucoin on December 3, 2018, he informed
this office that the subject permit requires semi-annual monitoring on outfalls 002 and 003, and the operators
submitted the outfall data with the June 2018 report and will complete the semi-annual monitoring
requirement with the December 2018 report. Vanessa Manuel of this office verified the Division has received
outfall data for June 2018.
After communicating with Mr. Aucoin and reviewing the submitted monitoring reports for calendar year
2018, this office has determined that the subject facility is not in violation of the self -monitoring requirement
of its NPDES permit. The NOV letter dated November 27, 2018, against NPDES permit NCO025305 is
hereby rescinded.
We appreciate Mr. Aucoin calling and speaking with staff about the facility's monitoring schedule, and have
updated our files and database system accordingly. If you have questions concerning this matter, please
contact Vanessa Manuel of this office at 919-791-4255.
Sincerely,
40�
Rick Bolich, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
WQS Raleigh Regional Office -- Enforcement File
Central Files
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality Division of Water Resources; Raleigh Regional Office
3800 Barrett Drive; 1628 Mad Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1628
919.791,4200

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ROI COOPER
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Certified Mail # 7017 0190 0000 9569 9470
Return Receil2t Requested
November 27, 2018
Jonathan Pruitt
UNC At Chapel Hill
200 E Cameron Ave Cb#1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION & INTENT TO ASSESS CIVIL PENALTY
Tracking Number: NOV-2018-PC-0438
Permit No. NCO025305
UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
Dear Permittee:
A review of the September 2018 Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) for the subject facility revealed the
violation(s) indicated below;
Reporting Violation(s):
Sample
Outfall Parameter
002
003
Date Type of Violation
10/31/2018 Outfall Missing
10/31/2018 Outfall Missing
A Notice of Violation/Intent to Issue Civil Penalty is being issued for the noted violation of North Carolina General
Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1 and the facility's NPDES WW Permit. Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty of
not more than twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00) may be assessed against any person who violates or
fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of any permit issued pursuant to G.S.
143-215.1.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Qua ity I Division of Water Resources
1628 Mail Service Center, Ra eigh, NC 27699-1628

you wish to provide additional informatio arding the noted violation, request ical assistance, or
Iscu ss overall cothP fiance please -respond i ,,riting within ten (10) business days a receipt of this Notice. A
view of your'respon wwxx=Wered along with any information provided on the submitted Monitoring
.eport(s). You will then be notified of any civil penalties that may be assessed regarding the violations. If no
esponse is received in this office within the 10-day period, a civil penalty assessment may be
Prepared.
temedial actions should have already been taken to correct this problem and prevent further occurrences in the
uture. The Division of Water Resources may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of
state law. _ If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance problems,
and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for a Special Order by
:onsent.
Reminder: Pursuant to Permit Condition 6 in Section E, the Permittee is required to verbally notify the Regional
Office as soon as possible, not to exceed 24 hours, from first knowledge of any non-compliance at
the facility including limit violations, bypasses of, or failure of a treatment unit. A written report may
be required within 5 days if directed by Division staff. Prior notice should be given for anticipated or
potential problems due to planned maintenance activities, taking units off-line, etc.
If you have any questions concerning this matter or to apply for an SOC, please contact Vanessa Manuel of
the Raleigh Regional Office at 919-791-4255,
Sincerely,
Danny Smith, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Cc: WQS Raleigh Regional Office - Enforcement He
NPDES Compliance/Enforcement Unit - Enforcement File
Central Files
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality , Division of Water Resources
1628 Mad Service Center, Ra_eigh. NC 27699.1628

WaterResources
ENYI140MMENTAL QUALITY
Mr. Matthew M. Fajack
UNC at Chapel Hill
300 South Building
CB # 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
NC Dept of Environmental Quality
� ? 1 17
Raleigh Regional Office
September 6, 2017
Subject: Retraction of NOV-2017-LR-0130
Failure to Submit Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs)
UNC at Chapel Hill
UNC Cogeneration Facility
NPDES Permit NCO025305
Orange County
Dear Mr. Fajack:
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Direefor
On August 22, 2017, the Division issued a Notice of Violation (NOV) against UNC at Chapel Hill — UNC
Cogeneration Facility. The NOV was based upon a violation of the reporting requirement by failing to
submit a discharge monitoring report (DMR) for June 2017. Subsequent to your receipt of the NOV, Tim
Aucoin with UNC Chapel Hill contacted the Division indicating that UNC at Chapel Hill had previously
submitted the June 2017 DMR, and provided a copy of the certified mail receipt.
Since UNC at Chapel Hill provided information showing they submitted the June 2017 DMR for the
UNC Cogeneration Facility (NC0025305), I have withdrawn the NOV against UNC at Chapel Hill
UNC Cogeneration Facility for the cited violation and directed that the record of this violation be
removed from our files.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. If you have any questions about this letter or
discharge monitoring reports, please contact Brianna Young at 919-807-6333 or via e-mail at
[e-mail].
ce ely,
?7G
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G., r
Division of Water Resources
cc: RRO DWR WQROS, Danny Smith
NPDES Files NCO025305
Central Files
cc; Tim Aucoin, UNC Chapel Hill [[e-mail]
State of North Carolina - Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-707-9000

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NC Dept of Environmental Quality
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AUG 2 8 2017
Water Resources Raleigh Regional Office
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
August 22, 2017
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Direclor
Certified Mail 7015 0640 0007 9833 8678 - Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Matthew M. Fajack
UNC at Chapel Hill
300 South Building
CB # 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION- NOV-2017-LR-0130
for Late Discharge Monitoring Report (DMRs)
NPDES Permit NCO025305
UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
Dear Mr. Fajack:
The Division is concerned about missing and late monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) for the
subject facility. Our records show that you have not submitted a DMR for June 2017 [see table below]. Our
files reflect the following record:
DMR Due
Received Date
DaysLate
June 2017 31 Jul 2017
Not Received
22
Failure to submit a timely DMR can subject you to civil penalty assessments not to exceed $25,000 per
violation. In accord with the NPDES Program, DMRs. are due no later than the last day of the month following
the month of reporting, i.e., a June DMR is due no later than July 31 [Part II, Condition D (2); 15A NCAC
213.506 (a)]. If you have documents proving that this record is in error, please forward them to us. Otherwise,
please submit by September 21, 2017, all DMRs listed in the table above as "Not Received."
Please also note that the Ietter dated July 14, 2017 stated "UNC at Chapel Hill now enters a probationary
period wherein a repeat violation for late reporting within the coming calendar year July 2017— June 2018,
may prompt this office to assess civil penalties."
If you have questions, please email the Expedited Permitting and Compliance Unit, attention Brianna Young
[[e-mail]], or call her direct line [phone].
Spec lly,
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
he: Central Files
NPDES Program Files
RRO Supervisor, Danny Smith
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
httpsJ/deq.nc.gov/about/divisionstwater-resources/water-resources-permits/wastewater-branchlnpdes-wastewater-pernuts

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NC Dept of Environmental Quality f�
AUG 2 & 2017
Raleigh Regional Office
Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
August 22, 2017
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Direclor
Certified Mail 7015 0640 0007 9833 8791 - Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Len T. Fuqua
Fuqua Parks Timber and Development Company LLC
PO Box 1299
Hillsborough, NC 27278-1299
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION- NOV-2017-LR-0132
for Late Discharge Monitoring Report (DMRs)
NPDES Permit NCO074446
Hilltop Mobile Home Park WWTP
Orange County
Dear Mr. Fuqua:
The Division is concerned about missing and late monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) for the
subject facility. Our records show that you have not submitted a DMR for June 2017 [see table below]. Our
files reflect the following record:
DMR
Due
Received Date
DaysLate
June 2017
31 July 2017
Not Received
22
Failure to submit a timely DMR can subject you to civil penalty assessments not to exceed $25,000 per
violation. In accord with the NPDES Program, DMRs are due no later than the last day of the month following
the month of reporting, i.e., a June DMR is due no later than July 31 [Part H, Condition D (2); 15A NCAC
2B.506 (a)]. If you have documents proving that this record is in error, please forward them to us. Otherwise,
please submit by September 21, 2017, all DMRs listed in the table above as "Not Received."
Please also note that the letter dated July 14, 2017 stated "Fuqua Parks Timber and Development Company
LLC now enters a probationary period wherein a repeat violation for late reporting within the coming
calendar year July 2017— June 2018, may prompt this office to assess civil penalties."
If you have questions, please email the Expedited Permitting and Compliance Unit, attention Brianna Young
[[e-mail]], or call her direct line (91 W07-6333.
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
hc: Central Files
NPDES Program Files
RRO Supervisor, Danny Smith
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resourr,Wwater-resources-permits/wastewater-branch/npdes-wastewater-pen its

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WaterResources
ENYIROMMENTAL QUALITY
August 10, 2017
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Direclor
CERTIFIED MAIL 7015 0640 0007 9833 8562
RETURN RECEIPT REOUESTED NC Dept of Environmental Qual it}
Matthew M. Fajack AUG 1 � 2017
UNC at Chapel Hill
300 South Building, CB 1000 Raleigh Regional Office
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
Subject: Notice of Violation NOV-2017-PC-0534
Failure to Submit Electronic Discharge Monitoring Reports (eDMRs)
UNC Cogeneration Facility
NPDES Permit NCO025305
Orange County
Dear Mr. Fajack:
Per the terms of your NPDES permit, you were required to register for, and begin using, the eDMR system
by December 21, 2016. Our records indicate that as of the date of this letter, the subject facility has
registered, but is not submitting data electronically.
Failure to begin submitting reports electronically is a violation of the terms of your permit, subjecting you to
a possible assessment of civil penalties. In order to reduce the risk of receiving additional enforcement
action, you must complete your registration and submit your August 2017 DMR electronically on or before
October 31, 2017.
The Division has prepared a website devoted to all aspects of eDMR, including registration for its use,
obtaining an eDMR user account, and answers to frequently asked questions. You are encouraged to visit the
website at: http://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/edmr. Should you have further questions
regarding eDMR after reviewing the website's content, or have need of further assistance, you should contact
Brianna Young at 919-807-6333 or [e-mail].
Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
cerel ,
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
cc: NPDES File
Central Files
Raleigh Regional Office - DWR WQ Regional Operations
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-707-9000

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Water Resources
ILNVIRON14ENVAL QUALITY
Mr. Mathew Fajack
July 20, 2017
Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
302 south building CB,' 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
NPDES Permit No. NCO025305
UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
Dear Mr. Fajack:
ROY COOPER
C'Mmor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
11
wereary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Nnwor
Cheng Zhang from the Division of Water Resources performed a compliance evaluation
inspection of the subject facility on June 26, 201 `? with the assistance of Mr. Tim Aucoin, the
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC). His time and assistance was appreciated. Results of the
inspection are as follows (also refer to the attached inspection report):
1. Current permit expired on July 31, 2016. Permit renewal application was received by I
the Division on February 3, 2016,
2. Under a Sanitary Sewer Service Agreement with Orange Water and Sewer Authority
(OWASA) treated process wastewater is sent to OWASA's Mason Farm WWTP via
city sewer. Last discharge to surface waters from Outfall 001 was on April 4, 2001.
3. The treatment units described in the permit were found maintained and functioning
properly at the time of inspection.
4. Stormwater discharge from Outfall 002 and 003 is also covered in the permit. The
facility has developed and implemented a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
(SPPP). The plan was reviewed during the inspection and found in compliance with
permit requirements.
5. Stormwater has been held in the two retention ponds and not discharged via Outfall
002 and 003 to the surface waters since the last inspection. Please report discharge
status at Outfall 002 and 003 on July and January DMRs to indicate no now for
the previous six-month period, respectively.
Division of Water Resources, Raleigh Regional Office, Water Quality Operations Sectioi; haix- portill.nedenl'.org'weh.wy-aps
1628 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1628 Phone: [phone] -
Location: 3800 Ba]TCtt Drive, Raleigh, NC 27609 Fax: [phone]

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NC0025305 UNC Cogeneration Facilito
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If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact Cheng Zhang or me at [phone].
Si erely,
Danny Smith
Regional Supervisor
Raleigh Regional Office
Enclosure: DWR Inspection Report
cc: Central Files w"attachment
Raleigh Regional Office w.'attachment
Tim Aucoin, UNC Cogeneration Facility, 575 West Cameron Ave., CB � 1858, Chapel Hill, NC
27599-1858

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United States=rnw+onmenlal Protection Agel-cy
Form Approved.
EPA Waviington, D C 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires B-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i e . PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yrlmolday nspection Type Inspector Fat Type
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Section 8: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharg'ng to Pt]TW also include
Entry TimelDate
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
10:OOAM 17166126
12107/01
UNC Cogeneration Facility
501 W Cameran Ave
Exit TimelDate
Permit Expiration Date
Chapel Hill NC 27599
12:00PM 17/06/26
16107/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)lTifles(s)1Phone and Fax Number: s;
Other Facility Data
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Timothy Lawrence Aucoin/ORC1919-962-11671
Name, Address of Responsible OfficiaVTitlelPhone and Fax Number
Contacted
Raymond E Dubose,Energy Services Chapel Hill NC 275991!!
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Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated,
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance Records/Reports Self -Mon lonng Program
Sludge Handling Disposal M Facility Site Review Storm Water
Section D: Summary of FindinglCommen(s (Attach additional sheets of narrative and check ists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) AgencylOfficelPhone and Fax Numbers Date
Chang Zhang RRO W011919-791-42001
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Under a Sanitary Sewer Service Agreement with Orange Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA) treated
process wastewater is sent to OWASKs Mason Farm WWTP via city sewer Last discharge to
surface waters from Outfall 001 was on April 4, 2001.
The treatment units described in the permit were found maintained and functioning properly at the time
of inspection.
Stormwater discharge from Outfall 002 and 003 is also covered in the permit. The facility has
developed and implemented a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) The plan was reviewed
during the inspection and found in compliance w th permit requirements
Stormwater has been held in the two retention ponds and not discharged to the surface waters via
Outfall 002 and 003. Please report discharge status at Outfall 002 and 003 on July and January DMRs
to indicate no flow for the previous six-month period, respectively.

Permit: NCO025305
Inspection Dale: 06/2612017
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Owner -Facility: UNC Cogeneration Facility
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations S Maintenance
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters. for ex MLSS. MCRT. Settleable
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: Facility analyze PH -temperature, and sludge depth for process control
Permit
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less} Has the permMee submitted a new
application?
Is the facility as described In the permit?
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: Current permit expired on July 31, 2016. Permit renewal application was received by the
Division on February 3, 2016.
Egua€ization Basins
Is the basin aerated?
Is the basin free of bypass lines or structures to the natural environment?
Is the basin free of excessive grease?
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
Are float controls operable?
Are audible and visual alarms operable?
#F Is basin size/volume adequate?
Yes No NA NE
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Comment: Two equalization basins are main!y used to hold excessive flow during heavy rain events.
Not in use at the time of inspection.
Record Keeping
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
Is all required information readily available, complete and current?
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCB' 25305 Owner - Facility: UNC Cegene•alion FaciFty
Inspection Date: 06126,2017 tnspection Type: Complia,ce Evaluation
Record Keeping Yes No NA NE
Resu:ts of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete: do they include all permit parameters?
Has the facil ty submitted Its annual compliance report to users and DWQ'%
tlf the facia ty Is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24.7 with a certified operator
on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
Facility has copy of previous year's Annual Report on file for review?
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Comment: DMRs only has Outfali 001 with no flow, because treated process wastewater is sent to
Orange Water and Sewer Authority's Mason Farm WWTP via city sewer. Since the last CEI
(31312014), stormwater has not beed discharges from Outfall 002 and 003. Discharge status
should be reported on the July and January DMRs to reflect no flow in the previous 6-month_
period.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
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Chemical Feed Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NC0025305
Inspection Date: 0612612017
Chemical Feed
Is storage adequate?
Are backup pumps available?
Is the site free of excessive leaking?
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Owner -Facility: UNC Cogeneration Facility
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Comment: The caustic, acid, and polymer feed system were housed in a building with adequate
secondary containment. Each system was equipped with redundant pumRs.
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
July 14, 2017
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
S. JAY
Certified Mail 7015 0640 0007 9833 8272 - Return Receipt Requeste
Mr. Matthew M. Fajack
UNC at Chapel Hill
300 South Building
CB #1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
Dear Mr. Fajack:
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Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION- NOV-2017-LR-0022
for Late Discharge Monitoring Report (DMRs)
NPDES Permit NCO025305
UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
The Division is concerned about missing and late monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) for the
subject facility. Our records show that you have not submitted a DMR for April 2017 [see table below]. Our
files reflect the following record:
DMR Due Received Date Da Late
April 2017 31 Ma 2017 Not Received 44
Failure to submit a timely DMR can subject you to civil penalty assessments not to exceed $25,000 per
violation. In accord with the NPDES Program, DMRs are due no later than the last day of the month following
the month of reporting, i.e., a June DMR is due no later than July 31 [Part II, Condition D (2); 15A NCAC
2B.506 (a)]. If you have documents proving that this record is in error, please forward them to us. Otherwise,
please submit by August 14, 2017, all DMRs listed in the table above as "Not Received."
Please also note that UNC at Chapel Hill now enters a probationary period wherein a repeat violation for late
reporting within the coming calendar year July 2017 — June 2018, may prompt this office to assess civil
penalties.
If you have questions, please email the Expedited Permitting and Compliance Unit, attention Brianna Young
[[e-mail]], or call her direct line [phone].
he Central Files
NPDES Program Files
RRO Supervisor, Danny Smith
R ec lly,
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
https:A+deq.nc.govrabouildivisions/water-resources water-resources-permits.'wastewater-brancb/npdes-wastewater-perFnits
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION- NOV-2017-LR-0022
for Late Discharge Monitoring Report (DMRs)
NPDES Permit NCO025305
UNC Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
The Division is concerned about missing and late monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) for the
subject facility. Our records show that you have not submitted a DMR for April 2017 [see table below]. Our
files reflect the following record:
DMR Due Received Date Da Late
April 2017 31 Ma 2017 Not Received 44
Failure to submit a timely DMR can subject you to civil penalty assessments not to exceed $25,000 per
violation. In accord with the NPDES Program, DMRs are due no later than the last day of the month following
the month of reporting, i.e., a June DMR is due no later than July 31 [Part II, Condition D (2); 15A NCAC
2B.506 (a)]. If you have documents proving that this record is in error, please forward them to us. Otherwise,
please submit by August 14, 2017, all DMRs listed in the table above as "Not Received."
Please also note that UNC at Chapel Hill now enters a probationary period wherein a repeat violation for late
reporting within the coming calendar year July 2017 — June 2018, may prompt this office to assess civil
penalties.
If you have questions, please email the Expedited Permitting and Compliance Unit, attention Brianna Young
[[e-mail]], or call her direct line [phone].
he Central Files
NPDES Program Files
RRO Supervisor, Danny Smith
R ec lly,
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
https:A+deq.nc.govrabouildivisions/water-resources water-resources-permits.'wastewater-brancb/npdes-wastewater-perFnits
Failure to submit a timely DMR can subject you to civil penalty assessments not to exceed $25,000 per
violation. In accord with the NPDES Program, DMRs are due no later than the last day of the month following
the month of reporting, i.e., a June DMR is due no later than July 31 [Part II, Condition D (2); 15A NCAC
2B.506 (a)]. If you have documents proving that this record is in error, please forward them to us. Otherwise,
please submit by August 14, 2017, all DMRs listed in the table above as "Not Received."
Please also note that UNC at Chapel Hill now enters a probationary period wherein a repeat violation for late
reporting within the coming calendar year July 2017 — June 2018, may prompt this office to assess civil
penalties.
If you have questions, please email the Expedited Permitting and Compliance Unit, attention Brianna Young
[[e-mail]], or call her direct line [phone].
he Central Files
NPDES Program Files
RRO Supervisor, Danny Smith
R ec lly,
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
https:A+deq.nc.govrabouildivisions/water-resources water-resources-permits.'wastewater-brancb/npdes-wastewater-perFnits

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THE UNIVERSITY
of NORTH CAROLINA
al CHAPEL HILL
Mr. Joe Corporon
Division of Water Resources
WQ Permitting Section - NPDES
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
VICE CHANCELLOR FOR FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION
300 SOUTH BUILDING
CAMPUS BOX 1000
CHAPEL HILL, NC 27599AODO
January 15, 2016
Subject: Permit Renewal Sludge Management Plan
NPDES Permit No. NCO025305
The University North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Cogeneration Facility
TEU 919-%2-3795
FAX: [phone]
www.unc.edu/finjinceadmin
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill ("University") contracts with McGill
Environmental Services for its sludge disposal services. The University's basins are monitored
regularly for sludge accumulation and are generally cleaned on a semi-annual basis. The non-
hazardous sludge is removed and transported to McGill Environmental Services facility located at
634 Christian Chapel Church Road, New Hill, North Carolina 27562 for disposal by entering it into
their bulk solidification program.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Timothy L. Aucoin at 919
962-1309 or email to aucom ii nc_edu .
Sincerely,
Matt
Vice Chaff
cc: 1
Philip C. Barner
William T. Lowery II
Mal Donohue
dministration

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Water R esources NC DENR Raleigh Regional Cock-,
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
February 4, 2016
Matthew M. Faj ack
UNC at Chapel Hill
Cogeneration Facility
302 South Building CB#1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
PAT MCCRORY
fiWirnMW
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
secular)
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Subject: Acknowledgement of Permit Renewal
Application No. NCO025305
Cogeneration Facility
Orange County
Dear Permittee:
The Water Quality Permitting Section has received your permit renewal application on February 03,
2016. A member of the NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional
information is required to complete your permit renewal. Per G.S. 150B-3 your current permit does not
expire until permit decision on the application is made. Continuation of the current permit is contingent on
timely and sufficient application for renewal of the current permit. Please respond in a timely manner to
requests for additional information necessary to complete the permit application.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact Yang
Song at 919-807-6479 or [e-mail].
Sincerely,
W rre,L. TkA f oro(
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
cc: Central Files
NPDES
Raleigh Regional Office
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality Water Resources
1617 Mad Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
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NPD PERMIT APPLICATION - SHOlc i FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality / NPDES Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
NPDES Permit Number INCO025305
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Facility Name
Cogeneration Facility
Mailing Address
302 South Building CB # 1000
City
Chapel Hill
State / Zip Code
North Carolina 27599-1000 __..RiMQ XW
Telephone Number
919-962-3795
Fax Number
919-962-0647 FEB - 3 14
e-mail Address
[e-mail] W> W
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 575 West Cameron Ave.
City
Chapel Hill
State / Zip Code
North Carolina 27599-1858
County
Orange
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, consultant or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that this is not referring to the
Operator in Responsible Charge or ORC)
Name The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Cogeneration
Facility
Mailing Address 575 West Cameron Avenue CB # 1858
City Chapel Hill
State / Zip Code North Carolina 27599-1855
Telephone Number (919-962-1167)
Fax Number (919-962-4376)
4. Ownership Status:
Federal ❑ State ® Private ❑ Public ❑
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NPDC PERMIT APPLICATION - SHO 'r FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
S. Type of treatment plant:
® Conventional (Includes coagulation, flocculation, and sedimentation, usually followed by
filtration and disinfection)
❑ Ion Exchange (Sodium Cycle Cationic ion exchange)
❑ Green Sand Filter (No sodium recharge)
❑ Membrane Technology (RO, nanofiltration)
Check here if the treatment process also uses a water softener ❑
6. Description of source water(s) (i.e. groundwater, surface water)
Stormwater, ground water, and process water
7. Describe the treatment process (es) for the raw water:
Detention ponds are designed to control sediment.
S. Describe the wastewater and the treatment process(es) for wastewater generated by the
facility:
Attached Figure F-1 provides a water balance schematic for the UNC Cogeneration Facility. The
principal wastewater generation processes are threefold: (1) an estimated average value of
15,000 gallons per day (gpd) of potable water from miscellaneous facility uses, (2) an estimated
average value of 12,000 gpd of stormwater run-off from the coal storage pile, and (3) an
estimated average value of 28,600 gpd of stormwater run-off from the fuel oil containment area
and general process area. Collectively, these flows represent an estimated average value of
approximately 55,600 gpd of low strength wastewater treated by the on -site system. All sanitary
wastewater is discharged directly to the local publically-owned treatment works, the Orange
Water and Sewer Authority (OWASA).
Major components of the Cogeneration Facility process wastewater system include the following:
An oil/water separator, equalization basins, caustic rapid mix tank, polymer feed system, two
settling basins, acid rapid mix tank, Parshall flume (outfall 001), a stormwater detention pond
on the west side of the site (outfall 002), and a stormwater detention pond on the east side of the
site (outfall 003).
The Cogeneration Facility operates the process wastewater treatment facility as a non -discharge
facility with the option to discharge to the stream in an emergency situation if OWASA (local
POTW) is unable to accept the wastewater flow.
9. Number of separate discharge points: 1 3 outfalls to common oint
[00Outfall Identification numbers) Treatment Facility001 West SW and 002 East SW and
3)
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NPD]C PERMIT APPLICATION - SHOD 1' FORM C - WTP
For discharges associated with water treatment plants
Analyses of source water collected
Engineering Alternative Analysis
Discharges from Ion Exchange and Reverse Osmosis plants shall be evaluated using a
water quality model.
17. Applicant Certification
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Matthew M. Faaack _ _ Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration
Printed name 0 Pe son Si in Ti
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Signatur c t Date
North Carolina ral Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) provides that: Any person who know ngly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any application,
record, report n, or other document files or required to be maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that
Article, or whoFa Isifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders naocurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under Article 21
or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by
imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U S.0 Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5
years, or both, for a similar offense.)
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory
Govemor
May 12, 2014
Ms. Karol Kain Gray
Vice Chancellor for Finance & Administration
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
300 South Building, CB# 1000
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-1000
Dear Ms. Gray:
John E. Skvarla, III
Secretary
Subject: NPDES Compliance Inspection Repi
UNC Cogeneration Facility
NPDES Wastewater Permit No. NCO025305
Orange County
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the UNC At Chapel
Hill Wastewater Treatment Facility on 03/03/2014. This inspection was conducted to verify that the
facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in NPDES Permit
No. NC0025305.
A summary of the findings and comments noted during this inspection is provided in the attached
copy of the complete inspection report entitled "Water Compliance Inspection Report". There were
no significant issues or findings noted during this inspection and therefore, a response to this
inspection report is not required.
If you have any questions c ce thi
in a eigh Regional ce.
S' cere ,
p rf Danny SmiV
Raleigh Regional Operations Supervisor
Attachments
Cc: Mr. Timothy Aucoin
Operations Supt.
CB#1855, 501 Cameron
Chapel Hill, NC 27599R
Raleigh Regional Office — File
DWR — Central Files
report, please contact Autumn Romanski at 919-791-4255
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North Carolina Division of Water Resources 1629 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1628 Phone (9I9) 791-4200 Customer Service
Internet: www.nawaterquality.org Location: 3800 Barrett Drive Raleigh, NC 27609 Fax [phone]
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/molday Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I N I 2 I s I 31 NCO025305 111 121 14/03/03 117 181 C 1 191 c I 201 1
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Remarks
211 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Ll I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 1 16E
Inspection Work Days Facility Sell Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -- -Reserved - --
67I _j 69 70 U 711__.I 72I N I 73 L_U 74 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facili Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
06:30 AM 14103103
12/07/01
UNC Cogeneration Facility
501 W Cameron Ave
Exit TimelDate
Permit Expiration Date
Chapel Hill NC 27599
09:30 AM 14/03/03
16/07/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(syTilles(syl?hone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
1/1
Timothy Lawrence AucoinfORC/919-962-1167/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Titie/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Raymond E Dubose,Energy Services Chapel Hill NC 27599//! No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit E Records/Reports
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) AgencylOfficelPhone and Fax Numbers Dale
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Autumn H Romanski i ,t / ^ � �!� RRO WO11919 791 42471 1.11-T �
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Si atur of Manag ant Q A a agency/Offi hone and ax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3 0-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES yrlmolday Inspection Type 1
3 NCO025305 11 12 14/03/03 17 18 C
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
The facility was in compliance with the permit requirements reviewed the day of the inspection.
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Permit: NCO025305
Inspection Date: 03/03/2014
Owner - Pacility: UNC Cogeneration Pacillty
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
(If the present permit expires In 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the Inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
Comment: The permit was issued July 1, 2012 and expires July 31, 2016. The
wastewater permit includes stormwater coverage. NPDES Stormwater has been
reorganized into the Division of Energy, Mines, Land Resources and their web site can
be found at the following link
http://portal.nodenr.org/web/Ir/stormwater
Please check this web site for forms, updates, and contacts for NPDES Stormwater. NC
DENR to issue separate permits in future renewals.
Record Keeping
Are records kept and maintained as required by the permit?
Is all required Information readily available, complete and current?
Are all records maintained for 3 years (lab. reg. required 5 years)?
Are analytical results consistent with data reported on DMRs?
Is the chain -of -custody complete?
Dates, times and location of sampling
Name of individual performing the sampling
Results of analysis and calibration
Dates of analysis
Name of person performing analyses
Transported COCs
Are DMRs complete: do they Include all permit parameters?
Has the facility submitted its annual compliance report to users and DWQ?
(if the facility is = or > 5 MGD permitted flow) Do they operate 24/7 with a certified operator on each shift?
Is the ORC visitation log available and current?
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO025305 Owner - Facility: UNC Cogeneration Facility
inspection Date: 03/03/2014 inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Record Keeping
Is the ORC certified at grade equal to or higher than the facility classification?
Is the backup operator certified at one grade less or greater than the facility classification?
Is a copy of the current NPDES permit available on site?
Facility has copy of previous years Annual Report on file for review?
Comment: The facility has not discharged process wastewater at Outfall 001 since
2001. The wastewater is discharged to OWASA Sanitary Sewer.
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