WQ0017288_WQ0017288 Compliance Inspection letter_20240531

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May 31, 2024
John and Donna Weekes
1604 Buck Wallow Road
Wake Forest, NC 27587
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
1604 Buck Wallow Road SFR
Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0017288
Wake County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the SFR wastewater system at
the above address on May 10, 2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0017288. The
findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection
report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
Division records indicate a treatment system consisting of a 1,200-gallon baffled septic tank with filter; two
parallel, 120-sq.ft recirculating sand filters, audible /visual high water alarms;; an ultraviolet disinfection unit,
a 3,000-gallon recirculation/storage /pump tank with a 18 GPD pump with audible/visual high water alarms;
0.30 acre drip irrigation area; and all associated piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
During the inspection, the following was observed:
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The permit expires on August 31, 2024. A permit renewal application has been received as of the date
of this letter.
Performance (Section II):
2. The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
3. During the inspection, the fencing around the irrigation area was adequate.
4. The septic and sand filter appeared to be in working order. DWR was unable to open the septic tank.
Please submit records indicating the septic was last pumped. It is recommended to be pumped every
3-5 years.
5. The UV light did not appear to be functioning. Please send us information on when the UV light was
last serviced. It is recommended that the light be replaced annually.
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./ Raleigh Regional Office 1 3800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh,North Carolina 27609
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6. The permittee shall maintain maintenance and repair logs for a minimum of 5 years.
7. The drip lines were unable to be observed. Please provide documentation that the drip lines are
functional.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
8. According to John Weekes, Jack Harmon services/ inspects the system every couple of years. Please
provide any maintenance or repair records conducted in the past 5 years.
Inspections (Section V):
9. No information was provided on the frequency of inspections of the system except by Jack Harmon
every couple of years.
10. Weekly inspections and cleaning, if needed, should be conducted on the UV light.
11. Monthly inspections and cleaning/repairing, if needed, should be conducted on the tanks, pumps,
alarms, and drip irrigation area.
General Conditions (Section VI):
12. The facility continues to be owned by Mr. and Mrs. Weekes and annual fees have been paid. No
violations have been reported in the past five years.
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. Within 30-days receipt of this
letter, submit a written response to this office addressing the issues noted in items 4, 5, 7, and
8, above.
Please be aware that non-compliance with your permit could result in enforcement action by the Division of
Water Resources for these and any other violations of State law. The Raleigh Regional Office encourages
you to take all necessary actions to bring your facility into compliance. If you have questions or comments
about this inspection or the requirements to take corrective action, then please contact via email at
[e-mail] or 919-791-4200.
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Micheal Hall, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
ATTACHMENTS: Compliance Inspection Report
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQ0017288 Effective: 03/01/19 Expiration: 08/31/24 Owner: Donna A Weekes
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 1604 Buck Wallow Rd. SFR
County: Wake 1604 Buck Wallow Rd
Region: Raleigh
Wake Forest NC 27587
Contact Person:Donna A Weekes Title: Phone:
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 05/10/2024 Entry Time 11:40AM Exit Time: 12:10PM
Primary Inspector:Dorothy M Robson Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Single-Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Permit Status Septic Tank
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Disinfection UV Pump Tank
Drip or Irrigation General
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQ0017288 Owner-Facility:Donna A Weekes
Inspection Date: 05/10/2024 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the SFR wastewater system at the above
address on May 10, 2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the
conditions and limitations specified in Non discharge Permit No. WQ0017288. The findings and comments noted during
this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".
Division records indicate a treatment system consisting of a 1,200-gallon baffled septic tank with filter; two parallel, 120-sq.ft
recirculating sand filters, audible/visual high water alarms;; an ultraviolet disinfection unit, a 3,000-gallon
recirculation/storage/pump tank with a 18 GPD pump with audible/visual high water alarms; 0.30 acre drip irrigation area;
and all associated piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
During the inspection, the following was observed:
Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The permit expires on August 31, 2024.A permit renewal application has been received as of the date of this letter.
Performance (Section II):
2. The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
3. During the inspection, the fencing around the irrigation area was adequate.
4. The septic and sand filter appeared to be in working order. DWR was unable to open the septic tank. Please submit
records indicating the septic was last pumped. It is recommended to be pumped every 3-5 years.
5. The UV light did not appear to be functioning. Please send us information on when the UV light was last serviced. It is
recommended that the light be replaced annually.
6. The permittee shall maintain maintenance and repair logs for a minimum of 5 years.
7. The drip lines were unable to be observed. Please provide documentation that the drip lines are functional.
Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
8. According to John Weekes, Jack Harmon services/inspects the system every couple of years. Please provide any
maintenance or repair records conducted in the past 5 years.
Inspections (Section V):
9. No information was provided on the frequency of inspections of the system except by Jack Harmon every couple of
years.
10. Weekly inspections and cleaning, if needed, should be conducted on the UV light.
11. Monthly inspections and cleaning/repairing, if needed, should be conducted on the tanks, pumps, alarms, and drip
irrigation area.
General Conditions (Section VI):
12. The facility continues to be owned by Mr. and Mrs.Weekes and annual fees have been paid. No violations have been
reported in the past five years.
This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection. Within 30-days receipt of this letter, submit a written
response to this office addressing the issues noted in items 4, 5, 7, and 8, above.
Please be aware that non compliance with your permit could result in enforcement action by the Division of Water
Resources for these and any other violations of State law. The Raleigh Regional Office encourages you to take all
necessary actions to bring your facility into compliance.
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Permit: WQ0017288 Owner-Facility:Donna A Weekes
Inspection Date: 05/10/2024 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Permit Status Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter) ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
If YES,who is the contractor(include contact info)?
Comment: None
Septic Tank Yes No NA NE
***The septic tank and filters should be checked annually and pumped/cleaned as needed. **
Is all wastewater from the home connected to the septic tank? ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the permittee/resident know where the septic tank is located? ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
If YES, describe if known and proof(include date pumped):
#Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
If FILTER,when was the filter cleaned and by who?
Comment:
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Yes No NA NE
***Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked/leveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be
removed manually. ***
# Is system something other than a sand filter? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# If YES,what kind? (examples-Peat,Textile or brand name-Advantex, etc.)
#Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the sandfilter require maintenance? ❑ ❑ ❑
If maintenace is required, explain:
Comment: None
Disinfection UV Yes No NA NE
*** UV unit shall be checked weekly. Lamps/sleeves should be cleaned/replaced as needed to ensure
proper disinfection. ***
Is UV working? ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the UV Unit been serviced and bulbs cleaned? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
#Who completes the weekly check for the UV?( Non-Discharge)
Comment: There was no light on in the UV chamber. Please service the UV bulb.
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
***All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non-Discharge)***
Is the pump working? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQ0017288 Owner-Facility:Donna A Weekes
Inspection Date: 05/10/2024 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the permittee know how to check the pump&high water alarm? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Last functional test:
Comment: None
Drip or Irrigation Yes No NA NE
*** Irrigation sysetm shall be inspected monthly to ensure system is free of leaks and equipment is operating
as designed. ***
#Type of system (DRIP or IRRIGATION): Drip
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads: NA
Are buffers and setbacks adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the site free of ponding and runoff? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the application equipment appear to be working properly? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a minimum two wire fence surrounding the entire irrigation area? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: None
General Yes No NA NE
#Are the treatment units locked and/or secured? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
#Has resident had any sewage problems? ❑ ❑ ❑
If YES, explain:
Does the system match the permit description? ❑ ❑ ❑
If NO, explain:
Is the system compliant? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the system failing? (If yes,take pictures if possible) ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
If system is failing, describe any exposures to people/animals or environmental risks.
Comment: The system was operating properly. However, the UV light appeared to be off. Please replace
the bulbs on an annual basis.
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