WQ0037499_wq0037499 Inspection letter_20240920

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ROY COOPER
Governor
MARY PENNY KELLEY
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Director
Hugh Jr. and Asekesai Harris
282 Carolina Crossings Drive
Apex NC 27523
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
September 20, 2024
SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
282 Carolina Crossings Drive SFR
Non -discharge Permit No. WQ0037499
Chatham County
Dear Permittee:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources (DWR) conducted an inspection of the single-family
residence (SFR) wastewater system at the above address on September 11. 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. WQ0037499. DWR representatives, Dorothy Robson, Lauren Willhite, and Myles
Parker and residence representative Hugh Harris Jr. were present for the inspection. 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 1,500-gallon baffled septic tank with effluent
filter; 1,000-gallon recirculation tank; two Advantex AX20 treatment units; ultraviolet disinfection unit; 5,400-
gallon storage pump tank with audible/visual high-water alarm ; a 0.39-acre drip irrigation area; and all
associated piping, valves, controls and appurtenances.
DWR conducted a review of records and did a limited inspection of the above areas of the facility. The units
were unopened; however, the system was manually turned on and DWR was able to determine that the filter
and pump were functional. No visual system failures were observed around the system. The area was nicely
landscaped and easily accessible.
There are no violations or outstanding fees associated with the new owners of the permit. Any prior fees
owed by the previous owners have been waived. This review reflected compliance with the subject permit.
However, the following item of concern was noted:
1. The drip field was overgrown with large branches on the drip lines. There was also a fence lacking on 3
sides of the drip field. Please add fencing and clear the drip field in order to prevent damage and allow
the system to function properly.
2. The permit is still under the previous owner's name and needs to be updated to the new owners.
Please contact Central Office (919-707-3600) or follow this link to complete a change of Ownership
application and submit it to the Central Office. https://www.deq.nc.gov/water-resources/non-
discharge/sfrwwis-co-03-21/download
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
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Please refer to the attached "Compliance Inspection Report" for additional comments and observations. This
letter 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 above.
If you have questions or comments about this inspection, then please contact me or Dorothy Robson via
email at [e-mail] or 919-791-4200.
Sincerely,
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Michael Hall, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
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919.791.4200

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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQ0037499 Effective: 06/15/20 Expiration: 11/30/26 Owner: John Dominic
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: 282 Carolina Crossings Dr. SFR
County: Chatham 282 Carolina Crossings Dr
Region: Raleigh
Apex NC 27523
Contact Person: John Dominic Title: Phone:
Directions to Facility:
From Raleigh, US 64 W. Rt on NC 751, 3.8 mi. Rt on Carolina Crossing Dr. On Rt, just past # 250.
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s): Hugh Harris Jr.
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/11/2024 Entry Time 10:OOAM Exit Time: 10:30AM
Primary Inspector: Dorothy M Robson Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspector(s): Lauren Willhite
Myles Parker
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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Docusign Envelope ID: EB6B9669-CBE7-42B6-8443-09DE19591 F48
Permit: WQ0037499 Owner -Facility: John Dominic
Inspection Date: 09/11/2024 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
The North Carolina Division of Water Resources (DWR) conducted an inspection of the single-family residence (SFR)
wastewater system at the above address on September 11. 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. WQ0037499. DWR
representatives, Dorothy Robson, Lauren Willhite, and Myles Parker and residence representative Hugh Harris Jr. were
present for the inspection. 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 1,500-gallon baffled septic tank with effluent filter; 1,000-gallon
recirculation tank; two Advantex AX20 treatment units; ultraviolet disinfection unit; 5,400-gallon storage pump tank with
audible/visual high-water alarm ; a 0.39-acre drip irrigation area; and all associated piping, valves, controls and
appurtenances.
DWR conducted a review of records and did a limited inspection of the above areas of the facility. The units were unopened;
however, the system was manually turned on and DWR was able to determine that the filter and pump were functional. No
visual system failures were observed around the system. The area was nicely landscaped and easily accessible.
There are no violations or outstanding fees associated with the new owners of the permit. Any prior fees owed by the
previous owners have been waived. This review reflected compliance with the subject permit. However, the following item of
concern was noted:
1. The drip field was overgrown with large branches on the drip lines. There was also a fence lacking on 3 sides of the drip
field. Please add fencing and clear the drip field in order to prevent damage and allow the system to function properly.
2. The permit is still under the previous owner's name and needs to be updated to the new owners. Please contact Central
Office (919-707-3600) or follow this link to complete a change of Ownership application and submit it to the Central Office.
https://www.deq.nc.gov/water-resources/non-discharge/sfrwwis-co-03-21 /download
Please refer to the attached "Compliance Inspection Report" for additional comments and observations. This letter 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 above.
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Permit: WQ0037499 Owner -Facility: John Dominic
Inspection Date: 09/11/2024 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)?
Cory Brantley
Comment: Need an Ownership Change sent to new owner
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):
The new owners just moved in January 2024. Cory Brantley has not mentioned they needed to have the tank
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
# If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.) Advantex
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the sandfilter require maintenance? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
If maintenace is required, explain:
Comment: No visual signs of failure
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) Contractor -
Biannually
Comment: None
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Permit: WQ0037499 Owner -Facility: John Dominic
Inspection Date: 09/11/2024 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
*** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non -Discharge) ***
Is the pump working? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the permittee know how to check the pump & high water alarm? ❑ ❑ ❑
# Last functional test:
Comment: The system is maintained biannually by a contractor
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? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the site free of ponding and runoff? ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the application equipment appear to be working properly? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there a minimum two wire fence surrounding the entire irrigation area? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Comment: There was no fence around the irrigation field. There is a fence around the back yard and not
easily accessable from the residence. There were large branches on the ground and high
overgrowth. The drip field was difficult to determine for boundaries and with tall vegetation, it
was diffucult to traverse.
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) ❑ ❑ ❑
If system is failing, describe any exposures to people/animals or environmental risks.
Comment: The drip field needs to be maintained in order to prevent damage to the drip lines.
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