WQ0045346_Permit (Issuance)_20240503

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JP ­
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
Delivered electronically via email to: [e-mail]
May 3, 2024
Mike Hess, Vice President
Nucor Steel Lexington
P.O. Box 687
Lexington, NC 27293
Subject: Permit No. WQ0045346
Nucor Steel Lexington
Temporary Domestic Wastewater Pump & Haul Permit
Davidson
Dear Mr. Hess:
In accordance with your application received April 10, 2024, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0045346, dated May 3, 2024, to Nucor Steel Lexington for the time -limited
operation of a domestic wastewater pump and haul operation. This permit shall be effective
from May 14, 2024, will expire on November 14, 2024, and shall be subject to the conditions
and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter and supplement shall be considered a
part of this permit and are therefore incorporated therein by reference.
Please pay particular attention to the following conditions contained within this
permit:
Condition I.1: The Permittee or its representative shall inspect the permitted pump and
haul facilities at least daily to prevent malfunctions and deterioration,
operator errors, and discharges that may cause or lead to the release of
wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance condition.
Condition II.1: An accurate record of the pump and haul activities must be maintained by the
Permittee, indicating; Date and time wastewater is removed from the facility;
Name of contract hauler; Name of facility receiving wastewater; & Volume of
wastewater removed.
These records shall be submitted monthly by the following Wednesday to
Caitlin Williams of the Water Quality Regional Operations of the Winston-
Salem Regional Office.

Condition II.14: This permit shall expire November14, 2024. Should the pump and haul
activities stop prior to the date of expiration send written notification to the
Winston Salem Regional Office, Water Quality Section notifying them of that
the permit is no longer required and detailing the final disposal solution
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have
the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following
receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to
Chapter 150B of North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative
Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are
made, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Caitlin Williams at
[phone].
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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Jennifer F. Graznak, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ - WSRO
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DOMESTIC WASTEWATER PUMP & HAUL PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted to the
Nucor Steel Lexington
for the construction and operation of a domestic wastewater pump and haul operation to serve Nucor
Steel Lexington, consisting of a 5,000 gallon pre -fabricated in -ground tank with a high water alarm.
The facility from which pumping will occur shall include a minimum 24 hours storage with on -site
visual high-water alarms and telemetry. The anticipated flow for this pump and haul operation is
expected to be 4,375 gallons per day of domestic wastewater, pursuant to the application received
April 10, 2024, and in conformity with 15A NCAC 02T and other supporting data subsequently filed
and approved by the Department of Environmental Quality and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from May 14, 2024, will expire on November 14, 2024, and shall be
subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
DocuSigned by:
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Jennifer F. Graznak, Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ - WSRO
Permit Number: WQ0045346
Permit Issued: May 3, 2024
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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Nucor Steel Lexington is hereby authorized to:
Construct and operate the aforementioned domestic wastewater pump and haul operation. The
wastewater collected by this system shall be pumped and hauled to Lexington WWTP (Permit No.
NC0055786) for final treatment.
It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as -constructed project meets the
appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or
replacement facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to the
licensing board.
Construction and operation is contingent upon compliance with the Standard Conditions and any
Special Conditions identified below.
I. SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between Nucor Steel Lexington,
United Rentals, and Lexington WWTP for the collection, transportation, and final treatment
of wastewater is in full force and effect. [15A NCAC 02T.0204(b)]
II. STANDARD CONDITIONS
An accurate record of the pump and haul activities must be maintained by the Permittee,
indicating:
a) Date and time wastewater is removed from the facility;
b) Name of contract hauler;
c) Name of facility receiving wastewater;
d) Volume of wastewater removed.
The Permittee shall maintain this log for as long as the pump and haul activities are being
conducted and shall be made available to the Division or other permitting authority, upon
request. Records shall be submitted to the Supervisor of the Water Quality Regional
Operations of the Winston Salem Regional Office. Records shall be submitted monthly by
the following Wednesday. [15A NCAC 02T .0108]
2. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be
submitted to the Division accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties
involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request
shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. [15A NCAC 02T .0104;
G.S. 143-215.1(d3)]
3. The Permittee shall provide for the installation and maintenance of an audible and visual
high-water alarm on all storage and pumping facilities associated with this pump and haul
operation. [15A NCAC 02T .0204(c)]
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4. This permit shall become voidable unless the subject pump and haul activities are carried out
in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; and other supporting
materials unless specifically mentioned herein. [15A NCAC 02T.0110]
S. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described
in the application and other supporting data. No type, kind or quantity of wastewater other
than the pumped and hauled wastewater from the facility shall be included in these pump
and haul activities. [15A NCAC 02T .0110]
6. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the permittee to insure
proper operation of the subject facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0403]
7. The Permittee shall report by telephone to a Water Resources staff member at the Winston
Salem Regional Water Resources Section, telephone number [phone], as soon as
possible, but in no case more than 24 hour, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the
occurrence of either of the following:
a) If the flow volume estimated above is exceeded by any amount on any day; or
b) Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater storage, such as failures of tanks, piping, pumps,
aerators, compressors etc.; or
c) Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, etc., resulting in a spill or by-pass directly
to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station
or facility; or
d) Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
e) Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water
Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible, but this shall not be considered as
the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may
also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-
0368 or [phone].
Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a written spill report by completing
and submitting Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) within
five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions
taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Part II of Form CS-
SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO
was beyond control. [G.S. 143-215.1C(a1)]
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 02T;
and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the
Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143-215.6A through §143-
215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or
referral of the North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. [15A
NCAC 02T .0104; 15A NCAC 02T .0108(b-c)]
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9. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including
the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall cease operation of all pump and haul
activities and shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by
this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. [15A NCAC
02T .0110; 15A NCAC 02T .0108(b)]
10. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Water Resources
may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises, or place on
or related to the pump and haul collection facilities at any reasonable time for the purpose of
determining compliance with the Division's approval; may inspect or copy any records that
must be maintained under the terms and conditions of this permit; and may obtain samples.
[15A NCAC 02T .0110]
11. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by the Division any other
Federal, State, or Local government agencies which have jurisdiction or obtaining other
permits which maybe required by the Division or any other Federal, State, of Local
government agencies. [G.S. 143-215.1(b)]
12. Operation of this permit is based on acceptance of the certification attached to this permit,
completed by the Permittee and a North Carolina licensed Professional Engineer. Note that
a completed certification is only required for activities that met the definition of the Practice
of Engineering in accordance with G.S. 89C-3. In some instances this certification may not be
required.
13. A copy this permit, and approved plans and specifications (if applicable) shall be maintained
on file by the Permittee for the life of the project. [15A NCAC 02T .0104]
14. This permit shall expire November 14, 2024. Should the pump and haul activities stop prior
to the date of expiration send written notification to the Winston Salem Regional Office,
Water Quality Section notifying them of that the permit is no longer required and detailing
the final disposal solution. [15A NCAC 02T .0105(j),15A NCAC 02T.0204(a)]
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