NCG520122_Issuance of Permit_20180831

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Secretory,
LINDA CULPEPPER NORTH CAROLINA
Interim Director
Environmental Quality
August 31, 2018
David Hoffman, VP
Hoffman Paving and Grading, Inc.
711 Complex Place
Lenoir,North Carolina 28645
Subject: Certificate of Coverage (COC)NCG520122
Under General Permit NCG520000
Southard Pit
3660 Southard Road, Lenoir
Caldwell County
Dear Mr. Hoffman:
In accordance with your application for discharge, the Division of Water Resources (DWR)
hereby forwards this Certificate of Coverage to discharge under the subject general permit. We
issue this permit pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina's General Statue 143-215.1 and
the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection
agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
The following information is included with your permit:
• A copy of the Certificate of Coverage for your treatment facility
• A copy of General Permit NCG520000 for sand-dredging discharge
• A copy of a Technical Bulletin for General Permit NCG520000
The Division of Water Resources (DWR)has approved this permit provided that:
1) the Permittee achieves Soil-Stabilization
a) by fitting with temporary or permanent ground-cover, all slopes steeper
than 3:1 [horizontal: vertical] within seven (7) days of the last land-
disturbing activity, or sooner as practicable; and
b) by stabilizing with ground cover all other land-disturbed areas within
fourteen(14) days of the last land-disturbing activity; and
2) the facility is operated and maintained to ensure that all effluent to surface waters
complies with designated surface water-quality standards governing a waterbody
classified public water supply(WS-IV); and
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
512 North Salisbury Street 1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617—919.707.9000

David Hoffman,VP
Hoffman Paving and Grading,Inc.
31Aug2018
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3) operations, including drain-pit(s), do not encroach on 50-foot buffers, if any,
protecting the receiving stream; and
4) the Permittee implements and maintains operations in accord with industry-accepted
Best Management Practices (BMPs);
If any parts,measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this general permit
are unacceptable, you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual
permit application. Unless such demand is made, the certificate of coverage shall be final and
binding.
Please note that this Certificate of Coverage is not transferable except after notice to the Division
of Water Resources. The Division may modify or revoke and reissue this Certificate of
Coverage. This issuance does not affect your legal obligations to obtain other permits that may
be required by the Division of Water Resources, DEMLR, the Coastal Area Management Act, or
other federal or local government.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Joe R. Corporon, P.G. at
telephone number(919) 707-3617 or email ([e-mail]).
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
GENERAL PERMIT NCG520000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NCG520122
TO DISCHARGE SAND-DREDGING WASTEWATER AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
(NPDES) •
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Hoffman Paving and Grading, Inc.
711 Complex Place
Lenoir, North Carolina 28645
is hereby authorized to operate sand-dredging operations, in keeping with best management
practices (BMPs) to minimizes sediment impact in,Lower Creek including settling basin(s)not
encroaching on the required 50-foot buffer, these facilities located at
Southard Pit
3660 Southard Road, Lenoir
Caldwell County
to receiving waters designated as Lower Creek [stream segment 11-39-(6.5)], a waterbody
currently classified WS-IV within Subbasin 03-08-31 of the Catawba River Basin, in accordance
with the effluent limitations,monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in the
General Permit, Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective August 31, 2018.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day August 31, 2018. 61://_/z7i7ir
i►"nda Culpepper, Interim Dire of r
Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Technical Bulletin
For General Permit NCG520000
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
Revised September 28,2015
Coverage Under This Permit Do I Need a NCG520000 or NCG020000 Permit?
This permit covers point source discharges of There has been some confusion regarding which permit is
wastewater from in-stream sand mining operations. In- required for sand mining activities. The NCG520000
stream mining operations are defined as mining of permit applies to in-stream sand mining as defined above.
materials below water, in rivers, estuaries, lakes and The NCG020000 permit applies to conventional mining
oceans which must be removed with specialized operations including quarries, excavation and surface
equipment including dredges, draglines and floating removal. Dewatering of a pit or quarry is not considered
cranes. In-stream mining wastewaters are typically in-stream mining. Discharges from pit dewatering are
water running back to the water body after the sand is covered under the NCG020000 permit.
deposited on the bank/shore or water from settling
ponds. Dewatering of a pit or quarry is not considered If you have a NCG520000 permit, you may also need a
in-stream mining. NCG020000 permit to cover certain stormwater
discharges. If there are stormwater discharges at the site
• This permit also covers stormwater discharges which which are not directly associated with the mining activity,
are associated with the in-stream mining activities. for example vehicle maintenance areas, a separate
These types of stormwater discharges will typically stormwater permit must be obtained.
be runoff from sand piles or stormwater, which
comingles with wastewater in settling ponds. A
stormwater general permit should be obtained for any Frequently Asked Questions
separate stormwater discharges not directly related to
the sand mining operations. 1) Do I need to submit the monitoring results
annually?
No. The submission of monitoring reports for this
Changes in Reissued General Permit permit is not required. There are no standardized
Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) associated
Important changes from the previous version of this with this permit. All monitoring results should,be
permit kept on site or made available for three years. The
Division may request these reports for review at any
• There were no changes from the previous permit. time.(Part II, Section E:1) However,as per Part II,
Section E:6:b, violations of any permit limitation
must be reported within 24 hours from the time the
Key Permit Requirements permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.
• Semi-annual monitoring of parameters specified in 2) Do I need to employ a certified wastewater
Part I,Section A. treatment plant operator to manage and run the
• All samples should be collected before the effluent system?
joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, water or Not at this time. The Division does not currently
substance. (Part II,Section D:1) plan to classify these types of facilities for the
• The permittee shall give notice to the Division of any purposes of requiring a certified operator. The
planned physical alterations or additions to the condition regarding operators remains in the permit at
system that could significantly increase the quantity this time in the event that these facilities are
of pollutants discharged or introduce new pollutants classified in the future. (Part II,Section C:1)
to the discharge. (Part II,Section E:3) 3) Where do I find my stream classification?
• Any exceedances of the permit limits must be The stream classification, i.e. WS-IV, C, Tr, etc. can
reported to the Division within 24 hours from the usually be found in the Certificate of Coverage. If
time the permittee becomes aware of the
circumstances. (Part II,Section E:6) you are unsure of your stream classification, you can
contact the Division.

4) Does a certified lab need to be used to analyze
samples?
No. Since only flow is required to be estimated,you •
do not have to obtain a certified lab.
5) What If I Sell My Business Or The Name of My
Business Changes? . ,
The Division views changes of name or ownership as
a minor modification and requires the Director's
approval. Name and ownership changes require you
to complete a Name/Ownership Change Form. The
forms are available on the Division's website at:
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/forms.
6) When does my permit expire and how do I renew
it?
The expiration date of the permit is on the first page
of the General Permit. This General Permit expires
on July 31,2020. .

General Permit NCG520000
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG520000
TO DISCHARGE IN-STREAM SAND MINING WASTEWATER,ASSOCIATED STORMWATER AND SIMILAR
WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
•
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, this permit is hereby issued to
all owners or operators,hereafter permittees,which are covered by this permit as evidenced by receipt of
a Certificate of Coverage issued from the Environmental Management Commission to allow the
discharge of wastewater and stormwater in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I,II,III and IV hereof.
Coverage under this permit is applicable to:
• Ancillary water associated with in-stream sand dredging/dragline operations and similar operations.
• Stormwater outfalls associated witli in-stream sand mining. A stormwater general permit should be
obtained for any separate stormwater discharges not directly related to in-stream sand mining
operations.
• In-stream sand dredging/dragline operations where the permittee has obtained written authorization
from the property owner to conduct permitted sand dredging activities.
This permit shall become effective October 1,2015.
This permit shall expire at midnight on July 31,2020.
j _
`-. ay Zimmerman Director,Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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General Permit NCG520000
SECTION A. EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on August 1, 2015 and lasting until expiration,the Permittee is authorized
to discharge from outfall(s)numbered serially beginning with 001. Such discharges shall be limited and
monitored during sand dredging operations by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT - r„ .,. •
CHARACTERISTICS LIMITS _ ,•MONITORING,REQUIREM_ENTS -
-=4` Monthly„ - Vee c1 11%Ieasurement' 'r;
• -.• = X` y��'� 'Daily;;•' Sam�ile _Sample.
Average Aver' ge Maxim_ urn Frequency; -Type2, a '-‘toca
Flow Semi-annual Estimate Effluent
Turbidity3
1. Effluent is defined as "runoff' from sand dredging operations and/or discharge from the retention
pond(s).
2. The permittee shall make every effort to estimate the semi-annual flow requirement during times of
operation if operational during the calendar year).
3. The discharge shall not cause an instantaneous measurement of the turbidity of the receiving water to
exceed:
• 10 NTU streams, lakes and reservoirs designated as trout waters
• 25 NTU all lakes,reservoirs and all salt waters
• 50 NTU all other streams and surface waters
If the turbidity exceeds these levels because of background conditions,the discharge cannot cause any increase
in the turbidity of the receiving water.
Submittal of monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) shall not be required except upon demand by the
Division. This section supersedes the requirement for submitting monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports
(DMRs) specified in Part, Section D (2)of this permit. Even though the submittal of the monthly monitoring
reports to the Division is suspended, all monitoring requirements remain. The data will be maintained on site
for a period of three years.
The applicant will be required to monitor regularly for flow and those parameters limited in Section 2
above with sufficient frequency to ensure compliance with the permit conditions. Frequency, methods
of sampling, and report dates will be specified in the final permit.
Sand Dredging discharges to Primary Nursery Areas (PNA)waters of the State are prohibited.
Sticks,leaves and other debris removed on shore shall not be returned to surface waters.
The permittee shall operate the facility and use sound management practices to ensure that impacts to the
surface waters are minimized.
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The permittee shall operate the facility and use best management practices to ensure that stream banks are
stabilized, and dredging equipment must be maintained in a manner to prevent petroleum leaks and spills.
The permittee shall install warning signs, one on each side of the river, a short distance upstream of the
sand dredging operation to warn canoeists and other recreational water users of the operation. The signs
should include the following wording in 2 to 3 inch high white letters on a red background:
CAUTION: SAND MINING OPERATION AHEAD
CRANES, FLOATS AND/OR SUBMERGED CABLES ACROSS RIVER.
BEACHING ON OR ACCESS TO SAND DREDGING SITE IS PROHIBITED.
Visibility of the signs should be maintained as necessary. In addition, the permittee may wish to post a
"No Trespassing" sign on their equipment so_that it is visible when they are not operating, such as on
weekends and evenings after 5:00 pm.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
PART I
SECTION B.SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE
1. The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the Certificate of
Coverage.
2. Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the existing
facilities in accordance with Part II.C.2 of this permit.
SECTION C. APPLICABLITY
This permit is applicable to the following types of discharges:
1. Wastewater from in-stream sand mining operations using dredging, dragline or similar equipment.
This wastewater is typically from sand piles deposited on the bank or from settling ponds.
2. Stormwater associated with the in-stream,sand mining operations. This stormwater is typically
runoff from sand piles or stormwater, which accumulates in the settling ponds. Stormwater outfalls
that do not naturally drain to settling ponds or other mining operations should not be diverted to
comingle with wastewater. If the stormwater outfalls are separate and distinct from the mining
operations, a stormwater general permit should be obtained.
3. Point source discharges of wastewater from in-stream sand mining operations (typically
dredging/draglines) as stated in 15A NCAC 2H .0103 (18) and any other discharge of similar
characteristics as decided by the Division. Incidental stormwater associated with the sand mining --
activities, i.e. stormwater which comes into contact with sand piles or drains to settling ponds.
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4. Discharges covered by this General permit are located at any place within the political boundary of
the State of North Carolina (discharges located on the Cherokee Indian Tribal Reservation are
subject to permitting by the US Environmental Protection Agency and are not covered by this
General Permit).
5. All surface waters of the State of North Carolina or separate storm sewer systems conveying water to •
surface waters.
6. Discharge will consist of:
• Surface or groundwater discharged from an in-stream sand mining operation (typically
dredging/draglines) and similar wastewaters as decided by the Division.
• Stormwater associated with the sand mining operation. For example, natural runoff from
sand piles or entering settling ponds. Separate and distinct stormwater discharges from other
parts of the mining site will be regulated under an additional stormwater general permit.
There are no additives or pollutants discharged by this type of facility. The Division's primary
concerns are suspended solids and turbidity in the receiving stream caused by the dredging
action.
7. This type of facility typically has settling ponds or lagoons to lower the settleable solids and
turbidity levels of the wastewater:
SECTION D. NOTICE OF INTENT
General Permit Expiration
General permits will be effective for a term not to exceed five years,at the end of which the Division may renew them
after all public notice requirements have been satisfied. If a general permit is renewed,existing permittees do not need to
submit a renewal request 6r pay a renewal fee unless directed by the Division. New applicants seeking coverage under a
renewed general permit must submit a Notice of Intent to be covered and obtain a Certificate of Coverage under the
renewed general permit[15A NCAC 02H.0127(e)]. A current version of the NOI for this general permit can be obtained
by contacting the NPDES Permitting Program at(919) 807-6300 or can be downloaded from the internet at
http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/swp/ps/npdes/calendar. NOIs must be signed and submitted to the NPDES Permitting
Program 1617 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,NC 27699-1617. Applicants who have submitted a completed NOI are not
authorized to discharge until a Certificate of Coverage is issued. In general,the NOI shall include the following
information:
1. The mailing address and telephone number for the owner and/or operator
2. The facility name,address and telephone number where the discharge will occur.
3. The permit number of any NPDES permit(s)for any discharge(s)from the site.
4. A description of the discharge, including the number of discharge points, the volume of discharge, the
frequency of discharge and any treatment methods applied prior to discharge.
5. The name of the receiving waters and the stream classification(s).
6. An analysis of non-discharge alternatives, including connection to a regional sewer collection system,
subsurface disposal and spray irrigation.
7. A 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map with the discharge location clearly indicated.
8. Final plans and specifications for the treatment system and all major components(if applicable).
9. A certification that the information contained in the NOI is true,complete and accurate.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events.These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or"the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act,also known as the Clean Water Act(CWA),as amended,33 USC 1251,et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges"of a pollutant measured during the calendar year.In the case of fecal
coliform,the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system,which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day.However,for purposes of this permit,any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods:January through March,April through June,July through September,and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period.The
Director may designate the most appropriate method(specific number and size of aliquots necessary,the time interval
between grab samples,etc.)on a case-by-case basis.Samples may be collected manually or automatically.Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume:a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection,or
(3) Variable time/constant volume:a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point.Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer,and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system,or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval.Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director.This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent.The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal'size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time<24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours;there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility.Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling.For pollutants measured in units of mass,the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day.For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement,the
"daily discharge"is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2;see also
"Composite Sample,"above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest"daily discharge"during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling.If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s),that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or"the Division"
The Division of Water Resources,Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated. —
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit.Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N=the number of individual values.For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean,values of"0"(or"<[detection level]")shall be considered= 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes.Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge(or the receiving stream,for instream
samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
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Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance.To the extent practical,instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average(concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all"daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month.In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators,the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average(concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property,damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass.Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant: _
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1)of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements.An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error,improperly designed treatment facilities,inadequate treatment facilities,lack of preventive
maintenance,or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average(concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all"daily discharges"of a pollutant measured during the calendar week.In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators,the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit.Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action;for permit termination,revocation and reissuance,or
modification;or denial of a permit renewal application[40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a)of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d)of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal,even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301,302,306,307,308,318 or 405 of the Act,or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402,or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3)or 402(b)(8)of the Act,is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed$37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d)and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301,302,306,307,308,318,or 405 of
the Act,or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act,or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3)or
402(b)(8)of the Act;is subject to criminal penalties of$2,500 to$25,000 per day of violation,or
imprisonment of not more than 1 year, or both.In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation,a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than$50,000 per day of violation,or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years,or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1)and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
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d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections,or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of$5,000 to$50,000 per day of violation,or imprisonment for not more than 3 years,or both.In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation,a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than$100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2)and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301,302,303,306,307,308,318 or 405 of the Act,or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act,and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury,shall,upon conviction,be subject to a fine of not more than$250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation,a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than$500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years,or
both.An organization,as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii)of the CWA,shall,upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision,be subject to a fine of not more than$1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than$25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms,conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes§ 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301,302,
306,307,308,318 or 405 of this Act,or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act.Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed$16,000 per violation,with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500.Penalties for Class H violations are not to exceed$16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues,with the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed$177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2)and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duty to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment[40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on"Bypassing" (Part H.C.4),"Upsets"(Part lI.C.5)and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7),nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities,liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act,33
USC 1319.Furthermore,the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages,such as fish kills,even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee from
any responsibilities,liabilities,or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-215.75
et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act,33 USG 1321.Furthermore,the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages,such as fish kills,even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property,or any exclusive
privileges,nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights,nor any
infringement of Federal,State or local laws or regulations[40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable.If any provision of this permit,or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances,is held invalid,the application of such provision to other circumstances,and the
remainder of this permit,shall not be affected thereby[NCGS 150E-23].
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8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority,within a reasonable time,any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying,revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit.The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request,copies of records required by this permit[40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Signatory Requirements
All applications,reports,or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer.For the purpose of this Section,a responsible
corporate officer means: (a)a president,secretary,treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or(b)the manager of one or more manufacturing,production,or operating
facilities,provided,the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations,and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
enviromnental compliance with environmental laws and regulations;the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements;and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor,respectively;or
(3) For a municipality, State,Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official[40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a.above or by a duly authorized representative of that person.A
person is a duly authorized representative only if: .
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity,such as the position of plant manager,operator of a well or well field,
superintendent,a position of equivalent responsibility,or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.);and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority[40 CFR 122.22]
c. Changes to authorization:If an authorization under paragraph(b)of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility,a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph(b)of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports,information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative[40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification.Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b.of this section shall make the following
certification[40 CFR 122.22].NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I cert, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted.Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief true, accurate, and complete.I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
10. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified,revoked and reissued,or terminated for cause.The filing of a request by the •
Permittee for a permit modification,revocation and reissuance, or termination,or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition[40 CFR 122.41(f)].
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11. Permit Modification,Revocation and Reissuance,or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit,or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws,rules,and regulations
contained in Title 40,Code of Federal Regulations,Parts 122 and 123;Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code,Subchapter 02H.0100;and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
12. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division.Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit,and/or the Certificate of Coverage issued to the
permittee under this permit.
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Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators,certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission(WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system,and,for each classification must[TI5A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge(ORC)who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade
at least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s)in Responsible Charge(Back-up ORCs)who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system,with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year;and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form"to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems)countersigned by the designated certified'
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge(ORC)and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge(Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge(ORC)and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge(Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade;or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge(ORC)or Back-up Operator in
Responsible Charge(Back-up ORC).
(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or
designating at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility(or the Back-up ORC,when acting as surrogate for the ORC)must:
> Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system;the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
> Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G.0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances)which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit.Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures.This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit[40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility,and all documentation required thereof,whether acting as a contract operator[subcontractor]or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit[40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
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The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded,but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation.These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c, of this section.
b. Notice[40 CFR 122.41(mn)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass.If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass,it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass;including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass.The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass,unless:
(A)Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life,personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass,such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime.This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance;and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system-wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass,after considering its adverse effects,if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1)of this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset[40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b.of
this condition are met.No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset,and before an action for noncompliance,is final administrative action subject to judicial
review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset:Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate,through properly signed,contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant --
evidence that:
(1)An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s)of the upset;
(2)The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated;and
(3)The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6 of this permit.
(4)The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof[40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids,sludges,filter backwash,or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission.The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludge,including 40 CFR 503,Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge;40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills;and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T,Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Pennittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
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7. Power Failures •
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards(as required by 15A NCAC 02H.0124)to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources,standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein,shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents.All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and,unless otherwise specified,before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream,body of
water,or substance.Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority[40 CFR 122.41(j)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s)shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report(DMR)Form(MR 1, 1.1,2,3)or alternative forms approved by the
Director,postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility,on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein,shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR/Division of Water Resources/Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges.The
devices shall be installed,calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device.Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10%from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes.Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once-through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs,or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division.Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section(919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert)for information
_ regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field-certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations(published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.),the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts,and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g),33 USC 1314, of the CWA(as amended),and 40 CFR 136;or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136,unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503,unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit[40 CFR 122.41].
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To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit,all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure.If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements,then the most
sensitive(method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level)approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies,tampers with,or knowingly renders inaccurate,any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall,upon conviction,be punished by a fine of not
more than$10,000 per violation,or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation,or by both.If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than$20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,or
both[40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Penuittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities,which shall be r etained for a period of at least five years(or longer as required by 40 CFR
503),the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information,including:
> all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
> copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement,report or application.This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time[40 CFR
122.41].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit,the Permittee shall record the
following information[40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date,exact place,and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s)who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s)analyses were performed; •
d. The individual(s)who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used;and
f:• The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director,or an authorized representative(including an authorized contractor acting
as a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required
by law,to;
a. Enter,at reasonable times,upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted,or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy,at reasonable times,any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities,equipment(including monitoring and control equipment),practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit;and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times,for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA,any substances or parameters at any Iocation[40 CFR 122.41(i)].
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Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit.The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Perinittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility[40 CFR 122.41(1)].Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged.This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit,nor to
notification requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices,and
such alteration,addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit,including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit[40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61.The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1,in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2.,and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit,or
a minor modification,to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA[40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit[40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report(DMR)(See Part JLD.2)or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge,the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment.Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances.A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances.The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance,and its cause;the period of noncompliance,including exact
dates and times,and if the noncompliance has not been corrected,the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,eliminate,and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance[40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)]. l
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case-by-case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at(800)662-7956,[phone] or(919)733-3300. —
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7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted.The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6.of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application,or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director,it shall promptly submit such facts or
information[40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible,but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic,such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester;the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure,due to known or unknown reasons,that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps,aerators,compressors,etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station,sewer line,or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence.Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c.of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2)or Section 308 of the Federal Act,33
USC 1318,all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division.As required by the Act,effluent data shall not be considered confidential.Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2)or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement,representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit,including monitoring ,
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall,upon conviction,be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation,or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation,or by both[40 CFR 122.41].
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities,nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity,nor change the treatment process(es)utilized at the treatment plant unless(1)the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct(AtC)permit or(2)the Pennittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b.of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5)[SL 2011-394],no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction,installation,or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct,install,or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize,neutralize,stabilize,recycle,or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above,the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
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c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall,upon written notice fi om the Director,conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe(40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis,of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit,if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels"; ,
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter(100µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter(200}tg/L)for acrolein and acrylonitrile;five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L)for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-d nitrophenol;and one milligram per liter(1 mg/L)for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge,on a non-routine or infrequent
basis,of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit,if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following"notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter(500µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter(1 mg/L)for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State.This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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