BIMS form WQCS00270-CEI 2024

Docusign Envelope ID:06107E31-461D-4B78-9A54-8124222F6902
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQCS00270 Effective: 08/03/22 Expiration: Owner: Town of Smithfield
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Smithfield Collection System
County: Johnston
Region: Raleigh
Contact Person:Walter Credle Title: Public Utility Director Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
NC0030716 Johnston County Public Utilities-Central Johnston County WWTP
Inspection Date: 08/26/2024 Entry Time 09:30AM Exit Time: 12:30PM
DOCUSiyned by:
Primary Inspector:Step CeD Smitf9/4/2024 Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s) 9Ec679823B1D478..
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 Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Docusign Envelope ID:06107E31-461D-4B78-9A54-8124222F6902
Permit: WQCS00270 Owner-Facility:Town of Smithfield
Inspection Date: 08/26/2024 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
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Docusign Envelope ID:06107E31-461D-4B78-9A54-8124222F6902
Permit: WQCS00270 Owner-Facility:Town of Smithfield
Inspection Date: 08/26/2024 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?
#Are there any issues being addressed currently or any in the planning stages? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a specific pump failure plan available for all pump stations? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does plan indicate if pump parts/new pumps are in spare parts/equipment inventory? ❑ ❑ ❑
Are new/significantly upgraded pump stations equipped with anti-corrosion materials? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the permittee have a copy of their permit? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is permit expiring within the next 6 months? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, has the Permittee applied for renewal? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Comment: Pumpstation failure plans need to be updated such that they are available at each repsective
PS.- This issue is addressed in inspection letter.
Sewer and FOG Ordinances Yes No NA NE
Is Sewer Use Ordinance(SUO)or other Legal Authority available? ❑ ❑ ❑
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?
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes,what are they?(This can reduce mailing to annual.)
Comment:
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Map Yes No NA NE
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Docusign Envelope ID:06107E31-461D-4B78-9A54-8124222F6902
Permit: WQCS00270 Owner-Facility:Town of Smithfield
Inspection Date: 08/26/2024 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Is there a overall sewer system map? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
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 ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Location of satellite connections ❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Is the map being updated for changes/additions within 1 year of activation? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: The GIS map for the collection system depicts pipe type (FM, GS), location, size, flow
direction, pumpstation location, and PS name.
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? Town's 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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: Inspection revealed that back up power is tested monthly.
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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Docusign Envelope ID:06107E31-461D-4B78-9A54-8124222F6902
Permit: WQCS00270 Owner-Facility:Town of Smithfield
Inspection Date: 08/26/2024 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:
aRiL 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:
HPL-Lowes Behind @ railroad; Wilson Mil Road @ Laurel Dr; Elm Dr. in Swamp.
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: One Pillar/support at Elm Drive in Swamp was less than vertical. This item is addressed in
letter.
Pump Stations Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
#Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 21
#Number of vacuum stations in system 0
#Number of simplex pump stations in system 4
#Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pump/vacuum stations have:
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Docusign Envelope ID:06107E31-461D-4B78-9A54-8124222F6902
Permit: WQCS00270 Owner-Facility:Town of Smithfield
Inspection Date: 08/26/2024 Inspection Type:Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
# A two-way"auto polling"communication system (SCADA)installed? 21
# 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? ❑ ❑ ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes,what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc)are included in Plan?
#Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? ❑ ❑ ❑
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: Inspection revealed two (2) PS (Wal-Mart and Longview) audible and visual alarms were in
needed repair. Wal-Mart had already been scheduled for repair other other was being
addresed/scheduled during the inspection. (SCADA operated properly for all PS inspectied,
including Wal-Mart and Longvielw stations)
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