WQ0002519_Final Permit_19910911

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
512 North Salisbury Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-
.lames G. Martin, Governor
William W. Cobey, Jr., Secretary
September 11, 1991
Mr. Edward L. DellaPenna, General Manager
Holiday Island Property Owners Association
Post Office Box 5400
Holiday Island
Hertford, North Carolina 27944
George T. Everett, PhD
Director
Subject: Permit No. WQ0002519
Holiday Island Property Owners Association
Holiday Island WWTP
Subsurface Disposal System
Perquimans County
Dear Mr. DellaPenna:
In accordance with your renewal request received March 22, 1991, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0002519, dated September 11, 1991, to the Holiday Island Property Owners Association
for the continued operation of a 20,000 GPD subsurface wastewater disposal system.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until January 1, 1993, and shall void Permit
No. WQ0002519 issued July 31, 1990 and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified
therein. Please pay particular attention to the monitoring requirements in this permit. Failure to establish an
adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required operational information will result in future
compliance problems.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable to you, you have
the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of this
permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447,
Raleigh, NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
Regional Offices
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P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

Mr. Dellapenna
September 11, 1991
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If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Mark Hawes at 919/ 733-
5083.
cc: Perquimans County Health Department
Washington Regional Office
Groundwater Section
Training and Certification Unit
Facility Assessment Unit

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
SUBSURFACE DISPOSAL SYSTEM PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina
as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations
PERMISSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO
Holiday Island Property Owners Association
Perquimans County
FOR THE
continued operation of a 20,000 GPD subsurface wastewater disposal system consisting of a collection
system, an influent pump station, a 20,000 gpd extended aeration package type wastewater treatment plant
with sludge holding and chlorination facilities, a 10,000 gallon aerated holding tank, dual tertiary filters,
dual effluent pumps with high water alarm, and approximately 2,700 linear feet of 4 inch force main and a
surface/overland flow disposal system with approximately 1,304 linear feet of 4 inch drain tile in gravel
filled trenches to serve the Holiday Island Campground facilities with no discharge of wastes to the surface
waters, pursuant to the renewal request received March 22, 1991 and in conformity with the project plan,
specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of
Environment, Health and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until January 1, 1993, and shall void Perniit
No. WQ0002519 issued July 31, 1990 and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and
limitations:
I. PERFORMANCE STANDARDS
1. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of
nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those
as may be required by this Division, such as construction of additional or replacement
wastewater treatment or disposal facilities.
2. The issuance of this permit shall not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility for damages
to surface or groundwaters resulting from the operation of this facility.
3. This permit shall become voidable if the soils fail to adequately absorb the wastes and may
be rescinded unless the facilities are installed, maintained, and operated in a manner which
will protect the assigned water quality standards of the surface waters and ground waters.
4. Adequate measures shall be taken to divert stormwater from the disposal area and prevent
wastewater runoff from the subsurface disposal field.

5. The sludge generated from these treatment facilities must be disposed of in accordance with
General Statute 143-215.1 and in a manner approved by the North Carolina Division of
Environmental Management.
6. A usable green area shall be maintained for wastewater disposal. The green area shall have
the capability of accommodating the average daily flow of the facility being served without
exceeding the loading rates of the green area. A "green area" as defined in 15 NCAC 2H
.0404(g)(7) is an area suitable for waste disposal, either in its natural state or which has
been modified by planting a vegetative cover of grasses or low growing shrubbery.
7. Diversion or bypassing of the untreated wastewater from the tr?=ent facilities is
prohibited.
1:1. OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE_ REQUIREMENTS
The facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
2. Upon classification of the facility by the Certification Commission, the Permittee shall
employ a certified waster treatment plant operator to be in responsible charge of the
wastewater treatment facilities. The operator must hold a certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the classification assigned to the wastewater treatment facilities by the
Certification Commission.
3. The application rates to the disposal field shall to the disposal field shall be such that runoff
does not occur.
4. The facilities shall be effectively maintained and operated as a non -discharge system to
prevent the discharge of any wastewater resulting from the operation of this facility.
5. No traffic or equipment shall be allowed on the disposal area except while installation
occurs or while normal maintenance is being performed.
6. A suitable cover shall be maintained on the disposal field(s) and the disposal field(s) shall
be routinely mowed. The clippings shall be periodically removed to prevent the build-up of
thatch.
7. The screenings removed from the wastewater treatment plant shall be properly disposed of
in a sanitary landfill.
8. An automatically activated standby power supply shall be on site and operatibnal at all
times. if a generator is employed as the alternate power supply, it shall be tested weekly by
interrupting the primary power source.
9. The chlorine tablets used in the chlorination unit shall be of the kind and type as specified in
the plans and specifications approved by the Division.
10. The flow measurement device shall be calibrated annually by a representative of a firm
which is routinely engaged in the calibration of flow measurement devices. Records of the
calibration, including all information pertinent to the calibration, shall be available during
any inspection by Division staff.
11. Diffusers shall be cleaned as needed to assure adequate aeration. Records of maintenance
shall be maintained by the perrnittee.
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12. The clarifier weir and scum baffle shall be cleaned as needed to assure adequate operation
of the facility. The walls of the clarifier will also be scraped as needed. Records of
maintenance shall be maintained by the permittee.
III. MONITORING —AND REP RTI RE IREME T
1. Any monitoring deemed necessary by the Division of Environmental Management to insure
surface and ground water protection will be established and an..acco-ptable sampling
reporting schedule shall be followed.
2. Adequate records showing all maintenance shall be maintained by the Permittee. These
records should include but are not limited to the following:
Items Inspection Frequency
a) Individual dosing pump operation Monthly
b) High water alarms Monthly
C) daily application rates Monthly
3. As an indicator of proper operation and maintenance, the facility shall produce an effluent
in compliance with the following limitations:
Parameter Monthly Averagea Dail. y Maximumb
Flow MGD, .020 MGD .030 MGD
BOD5 10 mg/1 15 mg/l
NH3 as N 4 mg/l 6 mg/l
TSS 20 mg/l 30 mg/1
a Monthly average shall be the arithmetic mean of all samples collected during the reporting
period.
b Daily maximum shall be the maximum value of all samples collected during the reporting
period.
The effluent from the subject facilities shall be monitored by the Permittee at the point prior
to discharge to the subsurface disposal field for the following parameters:
Location of
Measurement
Sample
Parameter
5amplin Points oints
Frrg ueency
Tvne
BOD5, 5-day, 20C
Effluent
*2/Month
Composite
NH3 as N
Effluent
*2/Month
Composite
TSS
Effluent
*2/Month
Composite
Fecal Coliform
Effluent
*2/Month
Grab
Flow
Influent or Effluent
Continuous
Recording
Settleable Matter
Effluent
Daily
Grab
Residual Chlorine
Effluent
Daily
Grab
NO3
Effluent
Grab
TDS
Effluent
**
Grab
TOC
Effluent
Grab
Chloride
Effluent
*
Grab
The effluent pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard
units.
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* 2/Month sampling frequency only during the months of April through October. During
the remainder of the year, these parameters shall be monitored monthly.
**Sampling frequency shall correspond with monitoring of wells required by conditions
IV-1 and IV-3 of the Groundwater Monitoring requirements.
If Groundwater sampling indicates or predicts problems with the compliance with
Groundwater Standards, this permit will be modified to include additional and/or more
restrictive limitations.
4. Three copies of all operation and maintenance records (as specified in condition I112) and
all effluent monitoring data (as specified in condition III 3) shall be submitted on or before
the last day of the following month to the following address:
NC Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
Facility Assessment Unit
PO Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
5. A record shall be maintained of all residuals removed from this facility. This record shall
include the name of the hauler, permit authorizing the disposal or a letter from a
municipality agreeing to accept the residuals, date the residuals were hauled, and volume of
residuals removed.
6. A maintenance log shall be maintained at this facility including but not limited to the
following items:
a. Daily sampling results 'including residual chlorine, settleable matter, and dissolved
oxygen in the aeration basin and at the clarifier weir.
b. Visual observations of the plant and plant site.
C. Record of preventative maintenance (changing of filters, adjusting belt tensions,
alarm testing,diffuser inspections and cleanings, etc.).
d. Date of calibration of flow measurement device.
C. Date and results of power interruption testing on alternate power supply.
7: Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall report by telephone to the Washington Regional Office, telephone no.
[phone], 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 wastewater treatment facility which results in the treatment of
significant amounts of wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such
as the dumping of the contents of a basin or tank; 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.
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C. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-
pass of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility_
d. Any time that self -monitoring information indicates that the facility has gone out of
compliance with its permit limitations.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter
form within 15 days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline
the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur.
IV. GROUNDWATER REQUIREMENTS
Within 45 days of the reissuance of this permit, one (1) monitor wells, shall be installed
(the location of the monitoring well shall be established by the Washington Regional
Hydrogeologist) and sampled for one time only for the following parameters:
NO3 (10.0) TDS (500.0)
TOC pH ( 6.5-8.5 standard units)
Ammonia Nitrogen Chloride (250.0)
Water Level Fecal Coliforms (1/100 ml)
Total Suspended Solids
Volatile Organic Compounds -(by Method 1 or Method 2 below)
Method 1: Method 6230D ( Capillary - Column), "Standard Methods for the
Examination of Water and Wastewater", 17th edition, 1989
Method 2: Method 502.2 " Methods for the Determination of Organic Compounds in
Drinking Water', United States Environmental Protection Agency - 600/4-
88/039
The measurement of water level must be made prior to sampling for the remaining
parameters.
The measuring points (top of well casing) of all monitoring wells shall be surveyed to
provide relative elevations of the measuring point for each of the monitoring wells. The
depth of water in each well shall be measured from the surveyed point on the top of the
casing.
The numbers in parentheses represent the maximum allowable concentrations —in
groundwater for the various analytical parameters, as specified in 15 NCAC 2L
[Groundwater Classifications and Standards]. Unless otherwise noted, the concentrations
are given in parts per million.
If TOC concentrations greater than 10 mg/1 are detected in any downgradient monitoring
well, additional sampling and analysis must be conducted to identify the individual
constituents comprising this TOC concentration. If the TOC concentration as measured in
the backgjLound monitor well exceeds 10 mg/l, this concentration will be taken to represent
the naturally occurring TOC concentration. Any exceedances of this naturally occurring
TOC concentration in the downgradient wells shall be subject to the additional sampling
and analysis as described above.
If any volatile organic compounds are detected by method 6230D, or the equivalent method
502.2, then EPA methods 604 and 611 must also be run to detect other organic compounds
which may be present. The results of all analysis specified in the monitoring requirements,
including 604 and 611 if required, must be submitted simultaneously

The results of the sampling and analysis shall be sent to the N.C. Division of
Environmental Management on Form GW-59 (Compliance Monitoring Report Form).
2. The Compliance BoundatX for the disposal system is specified by regulations in 15 NCAC
2L, Classifications and Water Quality Standards applicable to the groundwater of North
Carolina. An exceedance of Groundwater Quality Standards beyond the Compliance
Boundary is subject to penalty provisions applicable under General Statute 143-215.6(1)a.
The sale of property, by the Permittee, which is within or contiguous to the disposal
system site may alter location of the Compliance Boundary.
For facilities permitted before December 30, 1983, the Compliance Boundary is established
at a distance 500 feet from the perimeter of the waste disposal area or the property
boundary, whichever is less.
If the title to any property which may affect the location of the Compliance Boundary is
changed, the permittee shall notify the Division Director within 14 days. The Director shall
then establish a modified Compliance Boundary which will be done as a modification to the
Permit.
The REVIEW BOUNDARY for the disposal system is specified by regulations in 15
NCAC 2L, Groundwater Classifications and Standards. A REVIEW BOUNDARY is
established around disposal systems midway between the Compliance Boundary and the
perimeter of the waste disposal area. When the concentration of any substance equals or
exceeds the maximum allowable concentration of that substance at the REVIEW
BOUNDARY, as determined by monitoring, the permittee shall either (i) demonstrate,
through predictive calculations or modeling, that natural site conditions, facility design and
operational controls will prevent a violation of standards at the Compliance Boundary; or,
(ii) submit a plan for the alteration of existing site conditions, facility design or operational
controls that will prevent a violation of standards at the Compliance Boundary, and
implement that plan upon its approval by the Director.
3. If the sample analysis results show compounds in excess of NCAC 2L Groundwater
Standards, then three (3) permanent monitoring wells, One (1) upgradient and two (2)
downgradient shall be installed and sampled every two (2) months for the parameters listed
in condition IV-1.
4. Any additional groundwater quality monitoring, as deemed necessary by the Division, shall
be provided.
V . INSPECTIONS
1 . Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the Permittee to
insure proper operation of the subject facilities.
2. The Permittee or his designee shall inspect the wastewater treatment and disposal facilities
to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors and discharges which may cause
or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a nuisance.
The Permittee shall keep an inspection log or summary including at least the date and time
of inspection., observations made, and any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions
taken by the Permittee. This log of inspections shall be maintained by the Permittee for a
period of three years from the date of the inspection and shall be made available upon
request to the Division of Environmental Management or other permitting authority.
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3. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Environmental
Management may, upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property,
premises or place on or related to the disposal site and facility at any reasonable time for the
purpose of determining compliance with this permit; may inspect or copy any records that
must be kept under the terms and conditions of this permit; or may obtain samples of
groundwater, surface water, or leachate.
V I. GENERAL CONDITIONS
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with
the conditions of this permit, the approved plans, specifications and other supporting data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.
3. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division of Environmental Management accompanied by an application
fee, documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be
appropriate. The approval of this request will be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved.
4. Prior to any transfer of this land, a notice shall be given to the new owner that gives full
details of the materials applied or incorporated at this site.
5. A set of approved plans and specifications for the subject project must be retained by the
applicant for the life of the project.
6. The annual administering and compliance fee must be paid by the Permittee within thirty
(30) days after being billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee accordingly may cause
the Division to initiate action to revoke this permit as specified by 15 NCAC 2H .0205
(c)(4).
7. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Environmental Management in
accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6.
8! The wastewater treatment facility shall connect to a publicly owned areawide sewage
collection system within 180 days of its availability. All discharge of wastewater to the
system shall cease at the time of the connection to the sewerage collection system.
9. The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittee from complying with any and
all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government
agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction.
10. The Permittee, at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of this permit, shall request its
extension. Upon receipt of the request, the Commission will review the adequacy of the
facilities described therein, and if warranted, will extend the permit for such period of time
and under such conditions and limitations as it may deem appropriate.
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Permit issued this the 1 lth day of September, 1991
CAROLINA ENV
George T. Everett, l
Division of Environ
By Authority of the
Permit No. WQ0002519
Man
AL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
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