WQCS00187_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20240625

ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Timothy Lyde
Town of St Pauls
PO Box 364
Saint Pauls, NC 28384-0364
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NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
June 25, 2024
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
St Pauls Collection System
Collection System Permit No. WQCS00187
Robeson County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the St Pauls Collection
System on 6/06/2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in
compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCS00187.
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. However, as noted in the summary the gravity sewer cleaning records need to
be kept in more detail so that compliance with permit conditions can be clearly determined.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Fayetteville Regional Office 1 225 Green Street, Suite 714 1 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301
910.433.3300

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Kirsten Steininger with the Water
Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3300 or via email at
[e-mail].
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Fayetteville Regional Office 1 225 Green Street, Suite 714 1 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301
910.433.3300

Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00187 Effective: 05/12/22 Expiration: 04/30/30 Owner : Town of St Pauls
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: St Pauls Collection System
County: Robeson PO Box 364
Region: Fayetteville
Saint Pauls NC 283840364
Contact Person: Timothy Lyde Title: Phone:[phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: Timothy S Lyde
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Certification: 1001621 Phone:[phone]
Related Permits:
NC0020095 Town of St Pauls - St. Pauls WWTP
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 12:40PM
DocuSigned by:
Primary Inspector: Kirsten Steininger - 6/12/2024 Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspectors): nasoeoFenanFaeE...
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Sewer & FOG Ordinances
Capital Improvement Plan Map Reporting Requirements
Inspections Spill Response Plan Spills
Lines Manholes Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WQCS00187 Owner - Facility: Town of St Pauls
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Paperwork
All required paperwork and records were available at the inspection. The gravity sewer cleaning records were available, but
need to include more detail to make it clear that the annual cleaning requirement is being met within the required time frame
of one year.
Field Inspections
During the inspection, pump stations number 8, 10, 3, and 6 were viewed. An electrical issue occurred at station 8 during
the inspection, but the pump and generator were still operable at that time. Additionally, the alarm at station 3 was not
operable at the inspection, but the operator was already aware of this issue and had an order in with an electrician to repair
the alarm. All other aspects of the pump stations were in good condition at the time of the inspection including generators,
wet wells, pumps, alarms, and proper signage and security.
The manholes at the intersection of S. Burlington and E McLean St and at W. Townsend St were in good condition at the
time of inspection.
ROW at N Railroad and W Shaw- at the time of inspection one side was well maintained for access whereas the other side
was becoming overgrown
At the time of inspection both the aerial at 104 Wilkinson Dr and at S lafayette St were in good condition.
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Permit: WQCS00187 Owner - Facility: Town of St Pauls
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
General Yes No NA NE
Is there a properly designated primary ORC and at least one back-up of proper grade? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are logs being reviewed by the system management or owner on a regular basis? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# What is that frequency? weekly
# Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti -corrosion materials? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: Permit expires 2030; 1 & I issues being addressed
Sewer and FOG Ordinances
Yes No NA NE
Is Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO) or other Legal Authority available?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a Grease Control Program that legally requires grease control devices?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
What is the standard grease trap cleaning requirement in the FOG ordinance?
at least
every 30
days
Is Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Is action taken against violators?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Have satellite systems adopted an equivalent or more stringent ordinance?
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
website
Comment: grease education sent on bill quarterly and available at website
Capital Improvement Plan Yes No NA NE
Has a Capital (CIP) or System Improvement Plan been developed and adopted? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is it designated for wastewater only or does it have a dedicated section? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP cover three to five year period of earmarked improvements? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP include description of project area? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP include description of existing facilities? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP include known deficiencies? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does CIP include forecasted future needs? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
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Permit: WQCS00187 Owner - Facility: Town of St Pauls
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Map
Yes No NA NE
Is there a overall sewer system map?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Does the map include:
Pipe Type (GS/FM)
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe sizes
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc)
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Pipe location
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Flow direction
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Approximate pipe age
❑
0 ❑ ❑
Pump station ID, location and capacity
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Force main air release valve location & type
❑
❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections
❑
❑ 0 ❑
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Pipe apes available in CIP asset inventory section
Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
# 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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is an Annual Wastewater Performance Report being filed with the Division, if required? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the report being made available to all its sewer customers? ❑ ❑ ❑
# How is it being made available? website and at
town hall
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?
❑
❑ ❑
Comment:
Spill Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00187 Owner - Facility: Town of St Pauls
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
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
❑ ❑ ❑
Does the Permittee appear to respond within 2 hours of first knowledge of a spill?
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment
$pills Yes No NA NE
Is system free of known points of bypass? ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, describe type of bypass and location
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment:
Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected:
ROW at N Railroad/ W Shaw; Aerial at 104 Wilkinson Dr and at S lafayette St
Are right-of-ways/easements maintained for full width for access by staff/equipment? ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, give details on temporary access:
Is maintenance documented? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are gravity sewer cleaning records available? ❑ ❑ ❑
Has at least 10% of lines older than 5 yrs been cleaned annually? ❑ ❑ ❑
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: ROW at N Railroad and W Shaw- at the time of inspection one side was very well maintained
for access whereas the other side was becoming overgrown
At the time of inspection both the aerial at 104 Wilkinson Dr and at S lafayette St were in good
condition
The gravity sewer cleaning records were available, but need to include more detail to make it
clear that the annual cleaning requirement is being met each year.
Manholes Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
S. Burlington/ E McLean St; W. Townsend St
Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00187 Owner - Facility: Town of St Pauls
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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: The manholes at the intersection of S. Burlingtol
were in good condition at the time of inspection.
Pump Stations
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
8, 10, 3, 6
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system
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and E McLean St and at W. Townsend St
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# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
1
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
12
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Is the communication system functional?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Pump station identifier?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
# Address?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Instructions for notification?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCS00187 Owner - Facility: Town of St Pauls
Inspection Date: 06/06/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
24-hour emergency contact numbers? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms operable? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
If tested during inspection, did it function properly? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
If Yes, what resources (Units/StaffNehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and exercising all valves? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: During the inspection, pump stations number 8, 10, 3, and 6 were viewed. An electrical issue
occurred at station 8 during the inspection, but the pump and generator were still operable at
that time. Additionally, the alarm at station 3 was not operable at the inspection, but the
operator was already aware of this issue and had an order in with an electrician to repair the
alarm. All other aspects of the pump stations were in good condition at the time of the
inspection including generators, wet wells, pumps, alarms, and proper signage and security.
The generator at station 6 was not tested at this inspection. Simplex pump replacement is not
kept on hand, but a pump can be obtained as required by the permit in event of pump failure.
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