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Home My WebLink AboutWQCSD0482_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20240523 SENT VIA ELECTRONIC MAIL ONLY: NO HARD COPY WILL BE MAILED. May 23, 2024 James Grant, Chief of Maintenance & Engineering DOI National Park Services Email: jim_grant@nps.gov SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Mt. Pisgah Lodge & Recreation Area WWTP Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0482 Haywood County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Mt. Pisgah Lodge & Recreation Area WWTP on 5/07/2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0482. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report". There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this inspection report is not required. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 828-296-4667 or via email at lauren.armeni@deq.nc.gov. Sincerely, Lauren Armeni, Environmental Specialist II Water Quality Regional Operations Section Asheville Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ ATTACHMENTS: Inspection Report Ec: Laserfiche Wayne Arnold (ORC) Joseph Herring (BORC) DocuSign Envelope ID: 9DF8A20A-C5F3-4441-9FF3-436F10688007 Compliance Inspection Report Permit:WQCSD0482 Effective:08/28/09 Expiration:Owner :D O I National Park Services SOC: Contact Person: Region: County: Directions to Facility: Haywood Asheville Wayne S Arnold Effective:Expiration:Facility:Mt. Pisgah Lodge & Recreation Area WWTP Blue Rdg Pkwy Milepost 407 Canton NC 28716 Title:Phone:828-648-5610Utility System Operator Secondary ORC(s): Phone:Certification:Primary ORC: System Classifications: On-Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Secondary Inspector(s): Primary Inspector: Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time: Phone: 05/07/2024 11:30AM 01:00PM Lauren E Armeni 828-296-4500 Facility Status: Permit Inspection Type: Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type: Not CompliantCompliant Routine Deemed permitted collection system management and operation Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines Manholes (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 9DF8A20A-C5F3-4441-9FF3-436F10688007 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQCSD0482 05/07/2024 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling D O I National Park Services Routine Inspection Summary: Lauren Armeni, with the Asheville Regional Office, conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the Mt. Pisgah Lodge & Recreation Area deemed-permitted collection system on May 7, 2023. The inspection was conducted to determine whether the system is being operated and maintained in compliance with deemed-permitted Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0482. Mr. Wayne Arnold (ORC) and Mr. Joseph Herring (BORC) were present and assisted in the inspection. The system is well-maintained and only services the Pisgah Inn, restaurant, and campground. All flow is gravity fed, and staff reported no blockages or overflows within the system to date. The following items were noted during the inspection: 1. Map: Combine the map of the manholes and sewer lines into one. Add pipe materials, pipe age (if known), and flow direction. 2. Spill and Response Action Plan: The DEQ's 24-hour number and response time should be added to the plan. 3. Inspections: Annual inspections of the entire system and high priority line inspections are being done, but are not documented. These inspections should be documented. 4. Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines: The aerial line had branches built up on it that need to be removed. Page 2 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 9DF8A20A-C5F3-4441-9FF3-436F10688007 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQCSD0482 05/07/2024 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling D O I National Park Services Routine General Yes No NA NE # Is this system a satellite system? # If Yes, what is system name or permit number? Is there a overall sewer system map? Does the map include: Pipe sizes Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc) Pipe location # Flow direction # Approximate pipe age # Pump station ID, location and capacity # Force main air release valve location & type # Location of satellite connections Are system maintenance records maintained? One map had the manholes and one had the lines. It is recommended to create one map that has both, and pipe materials, flow direction, and pipe age (if known) can be added. See summary for details. Comment: Grease Control Yes No NA NE Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? # Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.) For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? Is action taken against violators? The restaurant is the only building on site that prepares food and has a grease trap. Mr. Herring indicated that they don't normally see grease within the WWTP, but if they do they let the restaurant know to pump the trap. Comment: Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE # Is system free of known points of bypass? If No, describe type of bypass and location # Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? # Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? Page 3 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 9DF8A20A-C5F3-4441-9FF3-436F10688007 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQCSD0482 05/07/2024 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling D O I National Park Services Routine # If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? Does the plan include: # 24-hour contact numbers # Response time # Equipment list and spare parts inventory # Access to cleaning equipment # Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers # Source of emergency funds # Site sanitation and cleanup materials # Post-overflow/spill assessment Response time should be added to the Spill and Response Action Plan. See summary for details. Comment: Inspections Yes No NA NE Are adequate maintenance records maintained? Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? Is the annual inspection documented? # Does the system have any high-priority lines/locations? Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? Annual inspections of the entire system & HPL inspections are being done, but not documented. These inspections should be documented. There's one aerial line throughout the system. There hasn't been any recent maintenance on the system; however, the next time maintenance is done it should be documented. See summary for details. Comment: Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: 1. Sewer corridor Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? If No, give details on temporary access: Is maintenance documented? Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? There has not been maintenance on this aerial line; however, if future maintenance is done it should be documented. See summary for details. Comment: Manholes Yes No NA NE Page 4 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 9DF8A20A-C5F3-4441-9FF3-436F10688007 Inspection Date: Permit: Inspection Type : Owner - Facility: Reason for Visit: WQCSD0482 05/07/2024 Collection System Inspect Non Sampling D O I National Park Services Routine Please list the Manholes Inspected: 1. Along sewer corridor 2. Down from restaurant 3. Campground Are manholes accessible? # Are manhole covers/vents above grade? Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? Are manhole covers present? # Are manholes properly seated? # Are manholes in good condition? # Are inverts in good condition? Is flow unrestricted in manholes? Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease? Are manholes free of excessive roots? Are manholes free of excessive sand? Are manhole vents screened? Are vents free of submergence? Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? Comment: Page 5 of 5 DocuSign Envelope ID: 9DF8A20A-C5F3-4441-9FF3-436F10688007