WQ0002161_Inspection_20241029 (2)

October 29, 2024
Judy K. Ernst-Hopp Living Trust
145 J. B. Morgan Road
Apex, NC 27502

Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Single Family Wastewater Treatment System
Permit WQ0011145
Facility: 145 J. B. Morgan Road
Chatham County

Dear Ms. Ernst-Hopp:

On October 18, 2024, Tyler Clark from the Division of Water Resources, Raleigh Regional Office visited your single-
family residence (SFR) wastewater treatment system to evaluate compliance with the subject non-discharge
permit referenced above (The Permit). The Assistance provided by Mr. Ernst-Hopp was greatly appreciated.

The Permit authorizes the operation of a 480 gallon per day (GPD) wastewater treatment and irrigation facility
that consists of a 1,000-gallon baffled septic tank, a 1,000-gallon tank with filter dosing pump, a 141 square foot
subsurface sand filter, a tablet chlorinator, a 2,000-gallon storage/pump tank with audible/visual high-water
alarms, a 0.37-acre spray irrigation area, and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances.

The items below summarize the findings of the compliance evaluation for your system:
Septic Tank
You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to determine if solids must be removed or if other
maintenance is necessary. Septic tanks should be pumped out every five years or when the solids level is found to
be more than 1/3 of the liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company
can check the status periodically and evaluate when pumping is required.

During the inspection, Mr. Ernst-Hopp provided documentation showing All Amerocam Septic pumped out the
septic tank in April. 2022.

Treatment System Operation and Maintenance
As detailed in the permit, the wastewater treatment system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all
times so there is no discharge to surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water
standards.

At the time of this inspection the treatment system appeared to be effectively maintained and operated. The
surface sand filter was clear of vegetation. According to Mr. Ernst-Hopp, the sand was replaced in July 2022.

Docusign Envelope ID: A2575FC0-F051-4483-A825-6E62F654AE71

Judy K. Ernst-Hopp Living Trust
WQ0011145
October 29, 2024 Page 2 of 2

Disinfection
You are reminded that it is required that chlorine tablets be maintained in the chlorinator to ensure proper
disinfection of the wastewater. Chlorine tablets provide effective disinfection and prevent/limit harmful bacteria
from discharging to the environment. The product label for these tablets must indicate the tablets are approved
for wastewater use and not for swimming pools.

The inspector observed chlorine tablets in the chlorinator. Please continue to ensure the correct type of tablets
are used and maintained in the chlorinator as required by your Permit.

Spray Field Operation and Maintenance
The system shall be inspected monthly to make certain of the proper operation of the sprinklers, that the system
is free of leaks, that the vegetative growth allows a proper spray pattern, that the soil is assimilating the disposed
treated wastewater with no surface runoff, and that no objectionable odors are being generated. Any visible signs
of a malfunctioning system shall be documented, and steps taken to correct the problem. A perimeter fence
consisting of a minimum of 2-strand wire will be in place surrounding the entire field. This fence will be inspected
and repaired by the permittee, as necessary.

On the day of the inspection, the spray field appeared to be assimilating the waste and no ponding and/or runoff
was observed. All the spray heads appeared to be operating properly.

Record-Keeping and Payments
You are required to maintain all maintenance records onsite for a minimum of three years and available for
inspection. The permit requires the permittee to “pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee
within thirty days after being billed by the Division.”

Division records indicate the required annual fee ($60 per year) for the period ending June 30, 2025 and due July 6,
2024, has been paid. There are no overdue fees for the subject Non-Discharge permit.

Please continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment system to ensure the treatment components
are always maintained and in good operating order. If you have questions or comments about this inspection or
the requirements to take corrective action (if applicable), then please contact Tyler Clark at 919-791-4242 or at
[e-mail]

Sincerely,

Michael Hall, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

Attachments: Compliance Inspection Report
Field Inspection Form
Ec: Laserfiche
Docusign Envelope ID: A2575FC0-F051-4483-A825-6E62F654AE71
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQ0011145 Effective:02/08/19 Expiration:10/31/24 Owner :Judy K Ernst-Hopp Living Trust
SOC:
Contact Person:
Region:
County:
Directions to Facility:
Chatham
Raleigh
Judy K Ernst-Hopp
Effective:Expiration:Facility:145 J. B. Morgan Rd. SFR
145 J B Morgan Rd
Apex NC 27523
Title:Phone:Trustee
From Raleigh, US1 to 64W. Rt on NC 751, 3.4mi. Left on Holland Chapel Rd, 1.2 mi. Left on J B Morgan Rd. Site is on Left.
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:
10/18/2024 09:00AM 10:30AM
Timothy Clark 919-791-4234
Facility Status:
Permit Inspection Type:
Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type:
Not CompliantCompliant
Routine
Single-Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Compliance Evaluation
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Permit Status Septic Tank
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Disinfection Tablets Pump Tank
Drip or Irrigation
(See attachment summary)
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Docusign Envelope ID: A2575FC0-F051-4483-A825-6E62F654AE71
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0011145
10/18/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Judy K Ernst-Hopp Living Trust
Routine
Inspection Summary:
The items below summarize the findings of the compliance evaluation for your system:
Septic Tank
You are required to inspect the septic tank at least yearly to determine if solids must be removed or if other maintenance is
necessary. Septic tanks should be pumped out every five years or when the solids level is found to be more than 1/3 of the
liquid depth in the septic tank compartment, whichever is greater. A pumping company can check the status periodically
and evaluate when pumping is required.
During the inspection, Mr. Ernst-Hopp provided documentation showing All Amerocam Septic pumped out the septic tank in
April. 2022.
Treatment System Operation and Maintenance
As detailed in the permit, the wastewater treatment system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times so there
is no discharge to surface waters, nor any contravention of groundwater or surface water standards.
At the time of this inspection the treatment system appeared to be effectively maintained and operated. The surface sand
filter was clear of vegetation. According to Mr. Ernst-Hopp, the sand was replaced in July 2022.
Disinfection
You are reminded that it is required that chlorine tablets be maintained in the chlorinator to ensure proper disinfection of the
wastewater. Chlorine tablets provide effective disinfection and prevent/limit harmful bacteria from discharging to the
environment. The product label for these tablets must indicate the tablets are approved for wastewater use and not for
swimming pools.
The inspector observed chlorine tablets in the chlorinator. Please continue to ensure the correct type of tablets are used
and maintained in the chlorinator as required by your Permit.

Spray Field Operation and Maintenance
The system shall be inspected monthly to make certain of the proper operation of the sprinklers, that the system is free of
leaks, that the vegetative growth allows a proper spray pattern, that the soil is assimilating the disposed treated wastewater
with no surface runoff, and that no objectionable odors are being generated. Any visible signs of a malfunctioning system
shall be documented, and steps taken to correct the problem. A perimeter fence consisting of a minimum of 2-strand wire
will be in place surrounding the entire field. This fence will be inspected and repaired by the permittee, as necessary.
On the day of the inspection, the spray field appeared to be assimilating the waste and no ponding and/or runoff was
observed. All the spray heads appeared to be operating properly.
Record-Keeping and Payments
You are required to maintain all maintenance records onsite for a minimum of three years and available for inspection. The
permit requires the permittee to “pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division.”
Division records indicate the required annual fee ($60 per year) for the period ending June 30, 2025 and due July 6, 2024,
has been paid. There are no overdue fees for the subject Non-Discharge permit.
Please continue to periodically inspect the wastewater treatment system to ensure the treatment components are always
maintained and in good operating order. If you have questions or comments about this inspection or the requirements to
take corrective action (if applicable), then please contact Tyler Clark at 919-791-4242 or at [e-mail]
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Docusign Envelope ID: A2575FC0-F051-4483-A825-6E62F654AE71
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0011145
10/18/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Judy K Ernst-Hopp Living Trust
Routine
Permit Status Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee?
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee?
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter)
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor?
If YES, who is the contractor (include contact info)?
Comment:
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):
Pumper by All Amerocam Septic April 2022.
# 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.)
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located?
Does the sandfilter require maintenance?
If maintenace is required, explain:
The lid appeared damaged due o someone sitting on the lid. The damge allows rainwater to eneter the
system. Homeowner is expecting to initiate repairs themselves.
System has an above-ground sand filter. According to Mr. Ernst-Hopp, the sand was replaced
in July 2022.
Comment:
Disinfection Tablets Yes No NA NE
*** Tablet chlorinator unit shall be checked weekly to ensure continuous and proper operation. ***
Does the permittee have the correct chlorine tablets? (If none, mark No)
# Does the Permittee know the location of the chlorinator?
Were chlorine tablets observed in the chlorinator?
Are tablets contacting water? (If possible, poke them to determine.)
Comment:
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Docusign Envelope ID: A2575FC0-F051-4483-A825-6E62F654AE71
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0011145
10/18/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Judy K Ernst-Hopp Living Trust
Routine
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
*** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non-Discharge) ***
Is the pump working?
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational?
# Does the permittee know how to check the pump & high water alarm?
# Last functional test:
Comment:
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):IRRIGATION
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:5
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?
Comment:
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Docusign Envelope ID: A2575FC0-F051-4483-A825-6E62F654AE71