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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWQCSD0027_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20240731ROY COOPER Governor ELIZABETH S. BISER Secretary RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR. Director Clint Davis Town Of Peachland PO Box 120 Peachland, NC 28133 „E STATE o a�M NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Quality July 31, 2024 SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Peachland Town Collection System Collection System Permit No. WQCSDO027 Anson County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Peachland Town Collection System on 7/30/2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0027. 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 Kirsten Steininger with the Water Quality Regional Operations Section in the Fayetteville Regional Office at 910-433-3339 or via email at kirsten.steininger@deq.nc.gov. Ec: Laserfiche Jeff Horne Clint Davis Sincerely, DocuSigned by: CCA0697813D247D... Chad Turlington, Assistant Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Fayetteville Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ pq�mtlF D ��� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources Fayetteville Regional Office 1225 Green Street. Suite 7141 Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301 910.433.3300 Permit: WQCSD0027 SOC: County: Anson Region: Fayetteville Compliance Inspection Report Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Town Of Peachland Effective: Expiration: Facility: Peachland Town Collection System Contact Person: Tim C Carpenter Directions to Facility: System Classifications: CS1, Primary ORC: Jeff Wayne Horne Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Title: Mayor Certification: 1011495 Phone: 704-272-7781 Phone: 704-690-5688 Inspection Date: 07/30/2024 Entry Time 11:OOAM Exit Time: 12:OOPM Primary Inspector: Kirsten Steininger Do�°s� Phone: 910-433-3324 ' 7/31/2024 Secondary Inspectors): A46DBOFBA3AF4EE,- Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation Facility Status: Compliant ❑ Not Compliant Question Areas: Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines Manholes Pump Stations (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0027 Owner - Facility: Town Of Peachland Inspection Date: 07/30/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: Paperwork All required paperwork and records were available. The operator keeps thorough and organized records. A map of the sewer system was available, but could use updates to reflect changes in the sewer system. Field Inspections All manholes, aerials, and right of ways viewed during the inspection were in good condition at that time. The pump station was in good condition during the inspection and the operator was scheduling necessary maintenance and repairs in a timely manner. Page 2 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0027 Owner - Facility: Town Of Peachland Inspection Date: 07/30/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine General # 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: Yes No NA NE ■❑❑❑ Anson County ■❑❑❑ 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 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Location of satellite connections ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Are system maintenance records maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: A map of the sewer system was available, but could use updates to reflect changes in the sewer system. Grease Control 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.) website 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? Comment: Grease education is available on the town website twice a v announce the grease education. Spills and Response Action Plan # 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? # If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? Yes No NA NE ❑❑■❑ ❑❑■❑ ❑❑■❑ ❑❑■❑ and a notice is mailed out to Page 3 of 6 Permit: WQCSDO027 Owner - Facility: Town Of Peachland Inspection Date: 07/30/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Inspections Yes No NA NE Are adequate maintenance records maintained? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the annual inspection documented? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # 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: Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: All aerial lines and ROWs near pump station and lanes creek were viewed 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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: All aerial lines and ROWS near pump station and lanes creek were viewed and were in good condition at the time of the inspection. Aerial names: creek to Lackawana, at creek, creek to lift station, and creek at bridge Manholes Yes No NA NE Please list the Manholes Inspected: N. Clinton ave, N. Boston ave Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 4 of 6 Permit: WQCSDO027 Owner - Facility: Town Of Peachland Inspection Date: 07/30/2024 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manhole covers present? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manholes properly seated? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manholes in good condition? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are inverts in good condition? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is flow unrestricted in manholes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive roots? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive sand? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manhole vents screened? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are vents free of submergence? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Manholes were viewed at N. Clinton ave, N. Boston ave and were in good condition at the time of inspection Pump Stations Yes No NA NE Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: 1 # Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system # Number of vacuum stations in system # Number of simplex pump stations in system # Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building How many pump/vacuum stations have: # A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed? # A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? For pump stations inspected: Are they secure with restricted access? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Do they all have telemetry installed? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the telemetry system functional? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the sign include: Owner Name? ❑ ❑ ❑ Pump station identifier? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Address? ❑ ❑ ❑ Instructions for notification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 5 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0027 Owner - Facility: Town Of Peachland Inspection Date: 07/30/2024 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: The pump station was in good condition at the time of the inspection. Debris was built up in the wet well, though not in excess. The operator is scheduling a contractor to remove debris from the wet well. Additionally, the telemetry system was not operable at the time of the inspection, but the operator has a work order in to get the telemetry repaired and is checking the pump station daily in the meantime. Page 6 of 6