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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDWQ SWP Read File Archive Nov. 2010 ��;0 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 1, 2010 Kirk Booth, President Beaucatcher Commons, LLC P.O. Box 1918 Asheville, N.C. 28802 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035067 Beaucatcher Commons, LLC Beaucatcher Commons Sewer Line Wastewater Collection System Extension Buncombe County Dear Mr. Booth: In accordance with your application received October 19, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035067, dated November 1, 2010, to Beaucatcher Commons, LLC for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)2964500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Kirk Booth, President November 1, 2010 Page 2 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 the Beaucatcher Commons, LLC for the construction and operation of approximately 320 linear feet of 6-inch gravity sewer to serve 12 single family rentals as part of the Beaucatcher Commons Sewer project, and the discharge of 3600 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the. application received October 19, 2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NCO024911) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. The Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental Management Commission is incorporated herein by reference and shall be a condition of this permit. Noncompliance with the terms of the Operational Agreement shall subject the Permittee to all sanctions provided by North Carolina General Statutes §143-215.6A to §143-215.6C for violation of or failure to act in accordance with the terms and conditions of this permit. Construction of the subject wastewater collection system shall not commence until approval for the construction and operation of these sewers has been obtained from the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. 4500. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- Sincerely, L for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Buncombe County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NCO024911) Kenneth O. Pankow, P.E./Pankow Engineering Co. MSD of Buncombe County, NPDES NCO024911 Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C. 1 PERMIT NO.W00024911,Kirk Booth, Pres.,Beaucatcher Commons Sewer Extension,Buncombe County November 1,2010 =4: This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is-a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life \J of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this ;permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 ._..._....._-.... PERMIT NO.WQ0024911,Kirk Booth,Pres.,Beaucatcher Commons Sewer Extension, Buncombe County November 1,2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 1 st day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for Col en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035067 3 . ...._..._... PERMIT NO.WQ0024911,Kirk Booth,Pres.,Beaucatcher Commons Sewer Extension,Buncombe County November 1,2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description:-' Permission is hereby granted to the Beaucatcher Commons, LLC for the construction and operation of approximately 320 linear feet of 6-inch gravity sewer to serve 12 single family rentals as part of the Beaucatcher Commons Sewer project, and the discharge of 3600 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings(plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final l as a duly registered Professional-Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑full time)the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: :.................................................................................................. . SEND THIS FORM&SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. .......__..... ; � A� NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 1, 2010 Lee Smith, Utilities Director City of Hendersonville 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, N.C. 28792-4461 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035065 City of Hendersonville Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvement Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: \ In accordance with your application received October 18, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035065, dated November 1, 2010, to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, shall void Permit No. WQ0028878 issued in 2005 and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference.). Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Hendersonville November 1, 2010 Page 2 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 the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of approximately 7,025 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer; a 175-gallon per minute pump station with duplex pumps, on-site audible and visual high water alarms, and a on-site generator with automatic transfer switch; as well as approximately 18,460 linear feet of 6-inch force main to serve 102 3-bedroom residences, 72 2- bedroom apartments, a shopping center with office and retail space, a Post Office, a Fire Department, a 300 seat church and Community Center as part of the Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvements project, and the discharge of 100,000 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received October 18,2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Hendersonville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0042277) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. 4500. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- Sincerely, for TCoeen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0042277) William G. Lapsley, P.E./William G. Lapsley &Associates, PA Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWMHenderson\Collection Systems\Hendersonville CS\WQ0035065 Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvements 11 1 2010 doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 PERMIT NO.WQ0035065,City of Hendersonville,Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvements,Henderson County November 1,2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO.WQ0035065,City of Hendersonville,Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvements,Henderson County November 1,2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part 11 of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 1s`day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for Cbie4n H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035066 3 PERMIT NO.WC0035065,City of Hendersonville, Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvements,Henderson County November 1,2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of approximately 7,025 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer; a 175—gallon per minute pump station with duplex pumps, on-site audible and visual high water alarms, and a on-site generator with automatic transfer switch; as well as approximately 18,460 linear feet of 6-inch force main to serve 102 3-bedroom residences, 72 2-bedroom apartments, a shopping center with office and retail space, a Post Office, a Fire Department, a 300 seat church and Community Center as part of the Rolling Ridge Sewer Improvements project, and the discharge of 100,000 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings(plan & profile views of sewer lines)of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s)or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑ full time)the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: .................................................................................................. SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered-a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 1, 2010 Joseph Moore, P.E., City Manager City of Brevard 95 West Main Street Brevard, N.C. 28712 Subject: Permit No. W00035075 City of Brevard Willow Drive Sewer Relocation Wastewater Collection System Extension Transylvania County Dear Mr. Moore: In accordance with your application received October 21, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. W00035075, dated November 1, 2010, to the City of Brevard for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is therefore incorporated therein by reference. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. None rthCarolina Naturallb, SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterqualit L= City of Brevard November 1, 2010 Page 2 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 the City - of Brevard for the construction and operation of approximately 162 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer as part of the Willow Drive Sewer Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Brevard's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received October 21, 2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Brevard's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0060534) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- 4500. Sincerely, L� for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Transylvania County Health Department Asheville Regional Office, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0060534) Michael R. Goforth, P.E./High Country Engineering, PC Water Quality Central Files PERCS Files SASWPUransvlvania\Collection Systems\Brevard Collection System\WQ0035075 Willow Drive Sewer Relocation 11 1 2010 doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. In. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute§143-215.1C. 1 PERMIT NO,WQ0035075, City of Brevard Willow Drive Sewer Relocation Transylvania County November 1 2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO WQ0035075 City of Brevard Willow Drive Sewer Relocation Transylvania County November 1,2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility Incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 15t day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for of n H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number W00035075 3 PERMIT NO.WQ0035075, City of Brevard Willow Drive Sewer Relocation Transylvania County November 1 2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Brevard for the construction and operation of approximately 162 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer as part of the Willow Drive Sewer Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Brevard's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings(plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final 1, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑ full time)the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: .......................................................................................... SEND THIS FORM&SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ................................................................................................. The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. jfA A41 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 1, 2010 Sally Sandy, City Manager City of Morganton P.O. Box 3448 Morganton, N.C. 28680-3448 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035074 City of Morganton Sterling Street/Exit 105 Sewer Relocation Wastewater Collection System Extension Burke County Dear Ms. Sandy: In accordance with your application received October 21, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035074, dated November 1, 2010, to the City of Morganton for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Morganton November 1, 2010 Page 2 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 the City of Morganton for the construction and operation of approximately 1600 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer as part of the Sterling St./Exit 105 Sewer Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Morganton's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received October 21,2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Morganton's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0026573) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. 4500. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Burke County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0026573) Mark A. Young, P.E./City of Morganton Engineer Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWRBurkelCollection SvstemsWorganton Collection Svstem1WQ0035074 Sterling St Exit 105 Sewer Relocation 11 1 2010 doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. 'The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. t PERMIT NO.WQ0035074 City of Morganton Sterling St./Exit 105 Sewer Relocation Burke County November 1 2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO WQ0035074 City of Morganton Sterling St./Exit 105 Sewer Relocation Burke County November 1,2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility Incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the Vt day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for dolebn H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035074 3 PERMIT NO.WQ0035074, City of Morganton Sterling St./Exit 105 Sewer Relocation Burke County November 1 2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Morganton for the construction and operation of approximately 1600 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer as part of the Sterling St./Exit 105 Sewer Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Morganton's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines)of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s)or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final I, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑ weekly, ❑full time)the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum.Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: .................................................................................................. SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ................................................................................................i The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. arr�►� NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 1, 2010 Cameron McHargue, Town Manager Town of Spindale P.O. Box 186 Spindale, N.C. 28160 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035068 Town of Spindale Westwood Street Gravity Sewer Wastewater Collection System Extension Rutherford County Dear Mr. McHargue: In accordance with your application received October 20, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035068, dated November 1, 2010, to the Town of Spindale for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to vour contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Town of Spindale November 1, 2010 Page 2 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 the Town of Spindale for the construction and operation of approximately 2,710 linear feet of 15-inch gravity sewer as part of the Westwood Street Gravity Sewer/Force Main replacement project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Spindale's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received October 20, 2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Spindale's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0020664) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. 4500. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- _- Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Rutherford County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0020664) Richard A. Anderson, P.E./Summit Engineering Group of NC, Inc. Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files S:1SWRRutherfordlCollection SvstemslSpindale Collection Svstem1WQ0035068 Westwood Street Gravity Sewer Extension 11 1 2010.doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. - , 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 PERMIT NO.WQ0035068,Town of Spindale Westwood Street Sewer Improvements Rutherford County November 1 2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. - 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO WQ0035068 Town of Spindale Westwood Street Sewer Improvements Rutherford County November 1,2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 1st day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION (.y --- for tolden H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035068 3 PERMIT NO.WQ0035068,Town of Spindale Westwood Street Sewer Improvements Rutherford County November 1 2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the Town of Spindale for the construction and operation of approximately 2,710 linear feet of 15-inch gravity sewer as part of the Westwood Street Gravity Sewer/Force Main replacement project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Spindale's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final I, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑ full time) the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: .................................................................................................. SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ................................................................................................: The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. 1F S NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 2, 2010 Steve Johnson Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC 526 Church Street, Post Office Box 1006 Charlotte,North Carolina 28201-1006 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification -Approval Bryson Dam Forebay Excavation DWQ Project#2010-0827 Swain County LTN02 /Oconaluftee River/2-79-55-(26.5) / Class C, Tr, HQW Dear Mr. Johnson: The Division of Water Quality has completed the review of your 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the subject project listed above. Approval has been granted to place fill within or otherwise impact less than 1.0 acres of open waters for the purpose of forebay excavation at the subject property. This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Certification and any additional conditions listed below. Project impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3693. This Certification allows you to use Regional General Permit 30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification shall expire upon expiration of the corresponding USACE Permit Verification. In addition,you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to)Erosion and Sediment Control and buffer regulations. This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and may be required to submit a new application. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved (Units) Plan Location or Reference Waters < 1.0 (acres) Plan Detail Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org 1vatura!!y An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Duke Energy Carolinas,LLC November 2,2010 Page 2 of 2 Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in " criminal and/or civil penalties. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification(associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699- 6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please contact Kevin Barnett in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4657. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHS/khb Enc: GC3693 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy S:\SWP\Swain\401 s\Non-D0T\Duke.BrysonDam\Appv.10-0827.BrysonDamExcavation.11-1-10.doc NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 4, 2010 Mr. Barry Hayes, Mayor Town of Granite Falls P.O. Drawer 10 Granite Falls, North Carolina 28630 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-DV-0387 Permit No. WQCS00145 Town of Granite Falls Granite Falls Collection System Caldwell County Dear Mr.Hayes: A review has been conducted of Granite Falls Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow's (SSO's) 5-Day Report submitted by the Town of Granite Falls. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00145 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized below. Area Violation Description Violation Date Type CSO/SS (Sewer 10/18/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge Overflow) 150 Gallons Without Valid Permit NOV-2010-DV-0387 Incident# 201002985 It was noted on Page 15 of the SSO Reporting Form under "System Visitation" that it was marked as "N/A." 15A NCAC 08G .0204(2)(d) and your Collection System Permit #WQCS00145 under Part II, 1, Operation and Maintenance state: The Operator in Responsible Charge must visit within 24 hours of knowledge of a bypass, spill, or overflow of wastewater from the system unless visited by a collection system Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 �atura!!t� Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org Mr. Barry Hayes November 4, 2010 Page 2 Please respond in writing within ten (10) business days of receipt of this letter detailing why the overflow at Manhole# 212 was not visited within the 24 hours required by State law 15A NCAC 08G .0204(2)(d) and collection system permit# WQCS00145. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Asheville Regional Staff or Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Cc: DWQ Asheville Files Asheville Region - DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit William Hamilton/ Public Works Director SASWP\Caldwell\Collection Systems\Granite Falls collection System\NOV-2010-DV-0387.doc .. . ..... ...........___._.. i ®® h ANNESOMM NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary October 22, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED—7009 1680 0000 7515 1796 Ms. Cathy Childrey Ms. Cathy Childrey - 70091680 0000 7515 1871 Mizpah Healthcare Inc. Mizpah Healthcare Inc. 2nd Mail Attempt-10/29/10 9 N. Main Street Post Office Box 1029 Marion,North Carolina 28752 Marion,North Carolina 28752 Cathy Childre utt Rd., Marion,NC 28752 �3ra Mail Attempt- OVEMBER 4, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL - 7009 1680 0000 7515 1888 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO074110 Mizpah Healthcare Inc. Mountain View Assisted Living WWTP Case No. LM-2010-0045 Henderson County Dear Ms. Childrey: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$267.00 ($200.00 civil penalty + $67.00 enforcement costs) against Mizpah Healthcare Inc. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by Mizpah Healthcare Inc. for the month of May 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NCO074110. The violations which occurred in May 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Mizpah Healthcare Inc. violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO074110 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Mizpah Healthcare Inc.: NofthCaro iijn/a SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE �aturQl[✓ Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone: (828)296-4500\FAX:828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www ncwaterguality.org WNW North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H, Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 4, 2010 Mr. Justin Hembree, Town Manager Town of Tryon 301 N. Trade Street Tryon, North Carolina 28782 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-DV-0389 Permit No. WQCS00111 Town of Tryon Tryon Collection System Polk County Dear Mr. Hembree: A review has been conducted of Tryon Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow's (SSO's)5-Day Report submitted by the Town of Tryon. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00111 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized below. Area Violation Date Description Violation Type CSO/SSO (Sewer Overflow) 10/15/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge 5,000 Gallons Without Valid NOV-2010-DV-0389 Permit Incident# 201002989 Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. You'should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Asheville Regional Staff or Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, 192 """"-,A Roggr C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Region Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit Joel Burrell/ Public Works Director S:\SWP\Palk\Collection Systems\Tryon Collection System\NOV-2010-ENV-0389.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NolrthCarofiina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 �1 latuta[`� Internet:www.ncwatera �/Vuality.org A4 I"JA NCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 Mr. Jerry Prosser Feldspar Corporation P.O. Box 99 Spruce Pine, NC 28777 SUBJECT: Bioassay Compliance Inspection Spruce Pine facility Permit No: NC0000353 Mitchell County Dear Mr. Prosser: Enclosed please find a copy of the Bioassay Compliance Inspection conducted on August 10, 2010. The test using these samples resulted in a pass. No violations of permit requirements or applicable regulations were observed during this inspection. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please c 'f me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Jeff Menzel Environmental Specialist Enclosure cc: Peggy A. Dortch, Environmental Manager Central Files Asheville Files SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 2877804- NorthCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Nahmallty Internet:www.ncwaterguality.ong S:\SWP\Mitchell\Wastewater\lndustrial\Feldspar00353\BC12010.doc �J �j �: _. \_ _._ _._.. United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. EPA P A Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057 Water Compliance inspection Report Approval expires 8-31-98 Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e., PCS) Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type 1 I r,I 2 I_j 3I NC0000353 111 121 10/08/10 117 181 BI 191 .G1 201 Remarks -J LJ 21IIII1IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 61 QA -----------------------Reserved-------------------- 67 I 169 70 I 711 n i 72 I N I 73 74 751 I I I I I Li 80 }— Section B: Facility Data Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) 10:45 AM 10/08/10 06/10/01 Spruce Pine facility 530 Altapass Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Spruce Pine NC 28777 11:00 AM 10/08/10 11/02/28 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)Ifitles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Joseph Lacey Pittman/ORC/628-765-8971/ Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Jerry Prosser,PO Box 99 Spruce Pine NC 28777//704-765-5500/82876621 No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Facility Site Review Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers' Date Jeff Menzel ,j� ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ //�p Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cant.) 1 3I NC0000353 I11 12I 10/08/10 I17 18'_' Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) The aquatic toxicity test using composite samples of effluent discharged from Feldspar Corporation/Spruce Pine Plant has been completed. Feldspar Corporation/Spruce Pine Plant has an effluent discharge permitted that is 3.5 million gallons per day entering the North Toe River. Whole effluent samples were collected on August 10th and 13th, 2010 for use in a chronic Ceriopaphnia dubia pass/fail toxicity test. Toxicity test information follows. Test Type 3 Brood Ceriopaphnia dubia chronic pass fail Test Concentrations 11% Test Result Pass Control Survival 100% Control Mean Reproduction 20.9 neonates Test Treatment Survival 100% Treatment Mean Reproduction 20.5 neonates First Sample pH 6.49 SU First Sample Conductivity 517 micromhos/cm First Sample TRC <0.1 mg/L Second Sample pH 6.89SU Second Sample Conductivity 726 micromhos/cm Second Sample TRC <0.1 mg/L Test results for the above samples indicate that the effluent would not be predicted to have water quality impacts on receiving water. The test using these samples resulted in a pass. Page# 2 u 411 WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 Thomas E. Hartye, Chief Engineer Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County 2028 Riverside Drive Asheville, N.C. 28804 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035090 Modification Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County Emergency Services Training Facility Force Main Relocation Wastewater Collection System Extension Buncombe County Dear Mr. Hartye: In accordance with your application received November 2, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035090, dated November 5, 2010, to the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, shall void Permit No. WQ0034848 issued June 29, 2010 (for modifications) and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. The modification includes an increase of pipe length from 1200 linear feet to 3100 linear feet, and an increase of pipe diameter from 12 inches to 18 and 20 inches. Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper MSD of Buncombe County November 5, 2010 Page 2 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 MSD of Buncombe County for the construction and operation of approximately 3100 linear of 18 and 20-inch force main to serve the Buncombe County Emergency Services Training Facility as part of the Emergency Services Training Facility Force Main Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the MSD of Buncombe County's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received November 2, 2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the MSD of Buncombe County's French Broad River Reclamation Facility (Permit No. NCO024911) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. Construction of the subject wastewater collection system shall not commence until approval for the construction and operation of these sewers has been obtained from the Metropolitan Sewerage District of Buncombe County. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. 4500. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- Sincerely, for Coreen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Buncombe County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NCO024911) Gary D. Davis, P.E./Davis Civil Solutions,P.A. Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files S:\Mmuncombe\Collection Systems\MSD Collection System\WQ0035090 Emergency Services Force Main Relocation 10 5 2010 doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. -` 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 PERMIT NO.WQ0035090,MSD of Buncombe County, Emergency Services Force Main Relocation,Buncombe County November 5,2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 213 .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO.W00035090,MSD of Buncombe County,Emergency Services Force Main Relocation,Buncombe County November 5,2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable - of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 51h day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for tol4en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality - By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035090 3 PERMIT NO.WQ0035090,MSD of Buncombe County,Emergency Services Force Main Relocation,Buncombe County November 5,2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to MSD of Buncombe County for the construction and operation of approximately 3100 linear of 18 and 20-inch force main to serve the Buncombe County Emergency Services Training Facility as part of the Emergency Services Training Facility Force Main Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the MSD of Buncombe County's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings(plan & profile views of sewer lines)of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected) for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final ' 1, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑ full time) the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: :.............................................................. .............................. SEND THIS FORM &SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ................................................................................................ The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. NCDEN� North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1925 Mr. Tony Konsul Transylvania Utilities Inc. P.O. Box 240908 Charlotte, North Carolina 28224-0908 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION / NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-DV-0393 Permit No. WQCS00219 Transylvania Utilities Inc. Connestee Falls Collection System Transylvania County Dear Mr.Konsul: A review has been conducted of Connestee Falls Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow's (SSO's) 24- hour report called in by Transylvania Utilities Inc. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00219 and/or G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized below. Area Violation Description Violation Date Type CSO/SSO (Sewer overflow) 10/01/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge NOV-2010-DV-0393 500 Gallons Without Valid Permit Incident# 201002809 Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality is considering pursuing enforcement action for this violation. One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-67 � Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org �/�t�r�L[ An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer ]�' Mr. Tony Konsul November 5, 2010 Page 2 It has been noted that no written 5-day report (Collection System Sanitary Sewer Overflow Reporting Form), as required by your permit#WQCS00219, has been received in this office. You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations and respond in writing to this office within ten (10) business days of receipt of this letter. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Asheville Regional Staff or Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, 0 Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit David Medling/ ORC S:ISVVPtTrarisylvania'Ccoii.atlorr systems Mansylvania LJtilit.ies;NOV-2010-DV-C393-NOi.doc NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1918 Mr. Mack W. Edmisten, Director, Public Utilities City of Lenoir P.O. Box 958 Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION / NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-DV-0391 Permit No. WQCS00035 City of Lenoir Lenoir Collection System Caldwell County Dear Mr. Edmisten: A review has been conducted of Lenoir Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow's (SSO's) 5-Day Report submitted by the City of Lenoir. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00035 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized below. Area Violation Date Description Violation Type CSO/SSO (Sewer 10/20/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge Overflow) 126 Gallons Without Valid NOV-2010-DV-0391 Permit Incident# 201003006 Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality is considering pursuing enforcement action for this violation. NorthCarolina Location:2090 U.S.Highway70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer PIK- Mr. Mack W. Edmisten November 5, 2010 Page 2 You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations and respond in writing to this office within ten (10) days of receipt of this letter. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Asheville Regional Staff or Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, �. ZZ". Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit Richard Williams/ Public Utilities SASWP1Caldwell,Collection Systems\Lenoir Collection System\NOV-201O-DV-0391-NO1.doc Ai; KUM North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1901 Mr. Mack W. Edmisten, Director, Public Utilities City of Lenoir P.O. Box 958 Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION / NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-DV-0390 Permit No. WQCS00035 City of Lenoir Lenoir Collection System Caldwell County Dear Mr. Edmisten: A review has been conducted of Lenoir Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow's (SSO's) 5-Day Report submitted by the City of Lenoir. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00035 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized below. Area Violation Description Violation Date Type CSO/SSO (Sewer Overflow) 10/19/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge NOV-2010-DV-0390 748 Gallons Without Valid Permit Incident# 201003000 Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality is considering pursuing enforcement action for this violation. NortKarolina Location:2090 U.S.Highway70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 a'����N�/ Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ��/ b "/ff An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer CHI'" Mr. Mack W. Edmisten November 5, 2010 Page 2 It was noted in your 5-day report under"Grease"that the "inspection program is in development." This program, required by permit WQCS00035, should already have been established and in place. Please submit in writing within ten (10) business days a detailed account of what actions are being taken to bring your Grease Inspection Program into compliance. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Asheville Regional Staff or Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4600. Sincerely, L� Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit Richard Williams/ Public Utilities SASWP\Caldwell\Gollection Systems1enoir collection Systern\NOV-2010-DV-0390-NOI.doc NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1895 Mr. Mack W. Edmisten, Director, Public Utilities City of Lenoir P.O. Box 958 Lenoir, North Carolina 28645-0958 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION / NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-DV-0392 Permit No. WQCS00035 City of Lenoir Lenoir Collection System Caldwell County Dear Mr. Edmisten: A review has been conducted of Lenoir Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow's (SSO's) 5-Day Report submitted by the City of Lenoir. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00035 and/or G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized below. Area Violation Description Violation Date Type CSO/SSO (Sewer Overflow) 10/20/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge NOV-2010-DV-0392 400 Gallons Without Valid Permit Incident# 201003007 Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality is considering pursuing enforcement action for this violation. NorthCarolina Location:2090 U.S.Highway70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Naturally Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ��atuL a An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr. Mack W. Edmisten November 5, 2010 Page 2 You should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations and respond in writing to this office within ten (10) days of receipt of this letter. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Asheville Regional Staff or Janet Cantwell at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Division of Water Quality Asheville Region Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit Richard Williams/ Public Utilities 5 SW11..a1well'_(A)lfectiott tiytezn�a..,�a�r.irC't�llc tit�riSy,tu�r�''�01-'?(ilti-i�V_I)392-h.tSl.doc —�' NiMA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1932 Mr. Joseph M. Moore, Il, City Manager City of Brevard 95 W. Main Street Brevard,North Carolina 28712 SUBJECT: Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(1) and Collection System Permit WQCS00084 City of Brevard Brevard Collection System Case No. DV-2010-0098 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Moore: This letter transmits an assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$2,067.00 ($2,000.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against the City of Brevard. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the Sanitary Sewer Overflow(SSO) 5-Day Report submitted by the City of Brevard. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00084 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that the City of Brevard violated the terms, conditions or requirements of Collection System Permit WQCS00084 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(1)in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region,hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against the City of Brevard. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 y+ Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org at a An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer $2,000.00 1 of 1 violation of North Carolina GS-143-215.1 and Permit# WQCS00084 for a Sanitary Sewer Overflow of 56,662 gallons of = untreated wastewater from the collection system. (Ref: Incident# 201003038 ) $2,000.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 ENFORCEMENT COST $2,067.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Pretreatment Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Pretreatment Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 AND Roger C. Edwards, DWQ Regional Supervisor 2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778-8211 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed -provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 AND Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to Mary Penny Thompson, Registered Agent Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 AND Pretreatment Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1617 Please indicate the case number(as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty(30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. Please be advised that any continuing violation(s) may be the subject of a new enforcement action, including an additional penalty. If you have any questions about this civil penalty assessment, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality Section staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Date Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor Division of Water Quality Asheville Region ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments _ PERCS Unit Enforcement Files w/attachments Public Information Officer 5.��511 k'17'ran r(ven�ri!f:otlectiiin sy tein,'f3iev and L ollectioi3 scstem'd:>V?Ol 0098.duc STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS CITY OF BREVARD/ BREVARD COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT NO. WQCS00084 ) FILE NO. DV-2010-0098 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $2,067.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 5, 2010, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality with thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: DV-2010-0098 County: TRANSYLVANIA Assessed Party: CITY OF BREVARD Permit No.: WQCS00084 Amount Assessed: $2,067.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c),remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b)were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: \J E v W a a z O r J O _O rn N > _ a N z 0 O w 0 0 0 'c m N C I-- Z m O U m O O O Q O \\W > N U p w m Q U Z W co d r (n M C 32 O m a+ � V j O Z 0 fi O O U 3 aE. rn N U W _N L 0 m} 3 h- W J 0 LaL Q C3 O N O U) U co O ZF- R it 00 d O Zir ?r �6 O O 2 ` o N Q a d � W o 0 a N ATo IFA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue . Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL _RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1949 Mr. Joseph M. Moore, II, City Manager City of Brevard 95 W. Main Street Brevard,North Carolina 28712 SUBJECT: Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(1) and Collection System Permit WQCS00084 City of Brevard Brevard Collection System Case No. DV-2010-0099 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Moore: This letter transmits an assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$1,067.00 ($1,000.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against the City of Brevard. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the Sanitary Sewer Overflow(SSO) 5-Day Report submitted by the City of Brevard. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00084 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(1). The violation that occurred is summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that the City of Brevard violated the terms, conditions or requirements of Collection System Permit WQCS00084 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(1) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A, a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, l, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against the City of Brevard. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NOrthCarohna Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 ff�y+ // Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org a`Kl a`[f An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer $1,000.00 1 of 1 violation of North Carolina GS-143-215.1 and Permit# ; WQCS00084 for a Sanitary Sewer Overflow of 38,696 gallons of untreated wastewater from the collection system. (Ref: Incident# 201003064 ) $1,000.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 ENFORCEMENT COST _ $1,067.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Pretreatment Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed , below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b)was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Pretreatment Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 AND Roger C. Edwards, DWQ Regional Supervisor 2090 US Highway 70 Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778-8211 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: -, If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The original and one (1) copy of the petition must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings. The petition may be faxed-provided the original and one copy of the document is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within five (5) business days - following the faxed transmission. The mailing address for the Office of Administrative Hearings -= is: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-6714 Telephone (919) 733-2698 Facsimile: (919) 733-3478 AND Mail or hand-deliver a copy of the petition to Mary Penny Thompson, Registered Agent Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1601 AND Pretreatment Emergency Response and Collection Systems Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1617 Please indicate the case number(as found on page one of this letter) on the petition. Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty(30) days of receipt of this letter, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. Please be advised that any continuing violation(s) may be the subject of a new enforcement action, including an additional penalty. If you have any questions about this civil penalty assessment, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality Section staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. ZR Date Roge C. Edwards, Supervisor Division of Water Quality ATTACHMENTS Asheville Region cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments PERCS Unit Enforcement Files w/attachments Public Information Officer - S:'•.Slt]''I'rtinstls ltiif�'C.`i}lleceion St�tErrt5a3r�uui1(':'oll�cti��r.45_tc-ni�J3�'t�)IU-flit<)9.ili?r STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF TRANSYLVANIA IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS CITY OF BREVARD/ BREVARD COLLECTION SYSTEM PERMIT NO. WQCS00084 ) FILE NO. DV-2010-0099 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,067.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 5, 2010,the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality with thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: DV-2010-0099 County: TRANSYLVANIA Assessed Party: CITY OF BREVARD Permit No.: WQCS00084 Amount Assessed: $1,067.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s)occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). _ (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); — (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) _ payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (1.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: w IL >- m f- > z d O L J y O rn L > _ N 0 Z O LLI� Ow Q Q N 00 0 R a R T N C V H}} F z O U Os C" O O Q v O � � r '�z > LLI m o _ ° w Q U � z w U E a0.. T E (n n C v O 4- c1 0 N 2 °c O O U a a3i rn ac � U � > W _N L 0 � m} 3 J tat w 3 a N 0 0 U �} U W O Z U) N 00 Cl O z w O� F- O ° a a z o O a i ___. �f �___ _._. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 John Condrey, County Manager Rutherford County Government 289 N. Main Street Rutherfordton, N.C. 28139 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035O91 Rutherford County Government Forest City-Daniel Road Sewer Wastewater Collection System Extension Rutherford County Dear Mr. Condrey: In accordance with your application received November 2, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035O91, dated November 5, 2010, to Rutherford County Government for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity'Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper Rutherford County November 5, 2010 Page 2 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 Rutherford County for the construction and operation of approximately 1,660 linear feet of 8- inch gravity sewer to serve 200 seats at 40gpd/seat, 50 employees at 40gpd/employee, and 50 rooms at 175 gpd/room as part of the Forest City-Daniel Road project, and the discharge of 18,750 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Forest City's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received November 2, 2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the Town of Forest City's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025984) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. 4500. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- Sincerely, floleeen !1. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Rutherford County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025984) David W. Odom, P.E./Odom &Associates Engineering,Inc. Town of Forest City WWTP, NPDES No. NCO025984 Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWP\Rutherford\Collection SystemsTorest City Collection System\WQ0035091 Daniel Road Proiect 11 5 2010 doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1 C. 1 PERMIT NO.W00035091, Rutherford County Gov't Daniel Road-Forest City, Rutherford County November 5 2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 213 .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO.W00035091, Rutherford County Gov't., Daniel Road-Forest City, Rutherford County November 5,_2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 5th day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for Cole n H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number W00035091 3 PERMIT NO.WQ0035091, Rutherford County Gov't Daniel Road-Forest City, Rutherford County November 5 2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to Rutherford County for the construction and operation of approximately 1,660 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve 200 seats at 40gpd/seat, 50 employees at 40gpd/employee, and 50 rooms at 175 gpd/room as part of the Forest City-Daniel Road project, and the discharge of 18,750 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Forest City's existing sewerage system Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations(selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final I. as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑ full time)the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ................................................................................................. SEND THIS FORM&SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shag be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. A4:* NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 5, 2010 Mr. Glenn Young K T Feldspar Corporation P.O. Box 309 Spruce Pine, NC 28777 SUBJECT: Bioassay Compliance Inspection K-T Feldspar Corp-Spruce Pine Permit No: NC0000400 Mitchell County Dear Mr. Young: Enclosed please find a copy of the Bioassay Compliance Inspection conducted on September 14, 2010. The test samples resulted in a pass. No violations of permit requirements or applicable regulations were observed during this inspection. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you or your staff have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Jeff Mer zel Environmental Specialist Enclosure cc: Peggy A. Dortch, Environmental Manager Central Files Asheville Files SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 r NorethCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Vatura!!y Internet:www.ncwaterauality.org S:\SWP\Mitchell\Wastewater\Industrial\K-T Feldspar 00400\BCI-2010.doc i� �_ _..___ _._.. ___ United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. n Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057 EPA A Water Com liance inspection Report Approval expires 8-31-98 Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e., PCS) Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type 1 NI 2 Is1 31 NCOOD0400 I11 121 10/09/14 117 181n1 191c1 201LJ L=!Lj Remarks !J I'J 21IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B11 CIA ---- -~— - ---Reserved ----- ---- 671 169 70I 3 I 71 I n 72I NJ 73�74 751 I I I I I I (80 Section B: Facility Data Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) 10:00 AM 10/09/14 06/10/01 K-T Feldspar Corp-Spruce Pine Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Hwy. 226 North Spruce Pine NC 28777 10:30 AM 10/09/14 11/02/28 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Eddie Keith Duncan/ORC/828-765-9621/ Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Glenn Young,PO Box 309 Spruce Pine NC 28777//704-765-9621/ No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Facility Site Review Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector( Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date A - ?6 Jeff Menzel ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ #4?(- Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont. 1 SI NC0000400 L11 12I 10/09/14 17 18I_1 Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional) f sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) The aquatic toxicity test using composite samples of effluent discharged from K-T Feldspar has been completed. K-T Feldspar has an effluent discharge permitted that is 1.73 million gallons per day entering the North Toe River. Whole effluent samples were collected on September 14th and 17th, 2010 for use in a chronic Ceriopaphnia dubia pass/fail toxicity test. Toxicity test information follows. Test Type 3 Brood Ceriopaphnia dubia chronic pass fail Test Concentrations 6% Test Result Pass Control Survival 100% Control Mean Reproduction 16.6 neonates Test Treatment Survival 100% Treatment Mean Reproduction 17.1 neonates First Sample pH 6.46 SU First Sample Conductivity 442 micromhos/cm First Sample TRC <0.1 mg/L Second Sample pH 8.65 SU Second Sample Conductivity 779 micromhos/cm Second Sample TRC 0.15 mg/L Test results for the above samples indicate that the effluent would not be predicted to have water quality impacts on receiving water. The test using these samples resulted in a pass. Page# 2 WA A74,�'a RCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 9, 2010 Easley McCaleb and Associates PO Box 98309 Atlanta, Ga. 30359 Subject: Incident Closure NOV-2010-SS-0025 Transylvania County Dear Messrs: The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)has received the Final Sediment Removal Report and completed a site visit and inspection of your property related to the subject Notice of Violation. The work that has been completed to stabilize your property and restore the stream has satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in NOV-2010-SS-0025. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at(828) 296-4500. Sincerely, 1rr . Linda Wiggs Surface Water Protection Section Environmental Specialist cc: ARO File Copy John Hennessy-NPS ACOU City of Brevard Planning S:\SWP\Transylvania\Complaints\pipefailure-UTNicholson\NOV-2010-ss-0025-Ingles Closure.docx SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NOrthCarofina Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 // Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Naturally An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer ,�, i� �,, '� __ WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 9, 2010 Allison Family Trust 865 Tip Top Rd. Brevard,NC 28712 Subject: Incident Closure NOV-2010-SS-0027 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Allison: The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) has received the Final Sediment Removal Report and completed a site visit and inspection of your property related to the subject Notice of Violation. The work that has been completed to stabilize your property and restore the stream has satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in NOV-2010-SS-0027. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact me at(828) 296-4500. Sincerely, Linda Wiggs Surface Water Protection Section Environmental Specialist cc: ARO File Copy John Hennessy-NPS ACOU City of Brevard Planning S:\SWP\Transylvania\Complaints\pipefailure-UTNicholson\NOV-2010-ss-0027-Allison Closure.docx SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NOrthCarohna Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 �atura!!t� Internet: www,ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer i _.__... _.____ -A"J'�Ar NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 9, 2010 Mr. Bill Hale Bon Worth Inc. P.O. Box 2890 Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0398 Permit No. NCO037176 Bon Worth WWTP Henderson County Dear Mr. Hale: A review of Bon Worth WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC 06/22/10 400#/100ml 600#/100ml Daily Maximum Broth,44.5C Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files James &James Environmental/ORC S:1SWP\HeraslersontWastewater,Niinors;uon VVorth 3 r 1?6iN0V-2010-LV-0398.doc NorthCarolina Nmtlmmlly North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.newaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 ��J ,_, ��;, i_ ,�` __ _ _ NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 9, 2010 Steve Hodges Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC 573 Duke Power Road Mooresboro,NC 28114 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification -Approval Cliffside Intake Dredging DWQ Project# 97-0175 V2 Rutherford County BRD 02 /Broad River/9-(40.5)/WS-IV Dear Mr. Hodges: The Division of Water Quality has completed the review of your 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the subject project listed above. Approval has been granted to place fill within or otherwise impact 0.76 acres of open waters for the purpose of dredging at the subject property. This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Certification and any additional conditions listed below. Project impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3687. This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit 3 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification shall expire upon expiration of the corresponding USACE Permit Verification. In addition,you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal,state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to)Erosion and Sediment Control and water supply watershed regulations. This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and may be required to submit a new application. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Reference Waters 0.76 (acres) Sheet 3 of 6 Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NpfthCarollna Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org 'J\�allwa y An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer !t /L Steve Hodges November 9,2010 Page 2 of 2 Additional Conditions 1. Turbidity Standard The turbidity standard of 50 NTUs (Nephelometric Turbidity Units) shall not be exceeded as described in 15 A NCAC 2B. .0200. Appropriate turbidity control practices should be used to meet this standard. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification(associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter l 50B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,N.C. 27699- 6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please contact Chuck Cranford in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4664. Sincerely, 97-71 4)74 Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHSlcbc Eric: GC3687 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy S:\SWP\Rutherford\401 s\Non-DOT\Cliffside Dredging4SPRVL.11.8.10.doc A4��.r�a KDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 9,2010 Yancey County Bridge 116 Emergency Repair DWQ Project 20100890 NCSR 1395 (Bald Mountain Creek Road) Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Mr.J.J. Swain,Jr.,P.E. Division 13 Engineer North Carolina Department of Transportation Post Office Box 3279 Asheville,North Carolina,28802 Dear Mr. Swain: You have our approval,in accordance with the conditions listed below,for the following impacts in Bald Mountain Creek for the purpose of emergency repairs to the existing bridge, constructing a temporary bridge for detour and performing 120 linear feet of stream bank stabilization in Bald Mountain Creek on NCSR 1395 (Bald Mountain Creek Road ) in ��.Yancey County: Stream Impacts in the French Broad River Basin Site Permanent Fill Temporary Streambank Temporary Total Stream in Intermittent Impacts in Stabilization Impacts in Stream Impacts Stream(linear Intermittent in Perennial Perennial Impact Requiring ft) Stream Stream Stream (linear ft) Mitigation (linear ft) linear ft) linear ft) (linear ft) Site 1 0 0 1 120 20 140 0 Total 0 0 1 120 20 140 0 Total Permanent Stream Impacts for Project: 120 lin.ft.Total Temporary Stream Impacts for Project: 20 linear ft. The project should be constructed in accordance with your application dated October 25, 2010 (received October 25, 2010), including the environmental commitments made in the application letter. After reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Nos. 3689 and 3688,corresponding to the"U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Numbers 13 and 33. In addition, you should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control,Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should your project change,you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the property is sold,the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project(now or in the future)exceed one acre, or if total impacts to streams(now SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Nof ffiCarolina Phone:828-296-450OX FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 ��f�y��//� Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ` L An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr.J. J. Swain,Jr., P.E. November 9,2010 Page Two or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506" (h) (6) and (7). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. Condition(s)of Certification: 1. There shall be no excavation from,or waste disposal into,jurisdictional wetlands or waters associated with this permit without appropriate modification. Should waste or borrow sites, or access roads to waste or borrow sites, be located in wetlands or streams, compensatory mitigation will be required since that is a direct impact from road construction activities. 2. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters unless otherwise approved by this Certification. 3. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, 'including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, ands maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 4. The post-construction removal of any temporary bridge structures must return the project site to its preconstruction contours and elevations. The impacted areas shall be revegetated with appropriate native species. 5. Strict adherence to the most recent version of NCDOT's Best Management Practices For Bridge Demolition and Removal approved by the US Army Corps of Engineers is a condition of the 401 Water Quality Certification. 6. Bridge deck drains shall not discharge directly into the stream. Stormwater shall be directed across the bridge and pre-treated through site-appropriate means(grassed swales, pre-formed scour holes, vegetated buffers,etc.)before entering the stream. Please refer to the most current version of Stormwater Best Management Practices. 7. All bridge construction shall be performed from the existing bridge. 8. In-stream work and land disturbance within the 25-foot buffer zone are prohibited during the trout-spawning season of January 1 through April 15 to protect the egg and fry stages of trout. 9. Widening the stream channel should be avoided. Stream channel widening above and below the structure typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition that requires increased maintenance and'disrupts aquatic life passage. 10. All work in or adjacent to stream waters shall be conducted in a dry work area. Approved BMP measures from the most current version of NCDOT Construction and Maintenance Activities manual such as sandbags, rock berms, cofferdams and other diversion structures shall be used to prevent excavation in flowing water. 11. The stream channel shall be excavated no deeper than the natural bed material of the stream, to the maximum extent practicable. Efforts must be made to minimize impacts to the stream banks, as well as to vegetation responsible for maintaining stream bank stability. Any applicable riparian buffer impact for access to stream channel shall be temporary and be revegetated with native riparian species. 12. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream, above and below the crossing, shall not be modified. Disturbed floodplains and streams shall be restored to natural geomorphic conditions. ...._.__._._ ,3. Native riparian vegetation (e.g. rhododendron, dog hobble, willows, alders, sycamores, dogwoods, black walnut and red maple) must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing season following completion of construction. 14. The use of rip-rap above the Normal High Water Mark shall be minimized. Any rip-rap placed for stream stabilization shall be placed in stream channels in such a manner that it does not impede aquatic life passage. 15. Rip-rap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly designed, sized and installed. 16. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channels in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the introduction of other pollutants into the stream. 17. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants,hydraulic fluids,or other toxic materials. 18. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the permit drawings submitted for approval. 19. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 20. If concrete is used during construction, a dry work area shall be maintained to prevent direct contact between curing concrete and stream water. Water that inadvertently contacts uncured concrete shall not be discharged to surface waters due to the potential for elevated pH and possible aquatic life and fish kills.. 21. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel except where authorized by this certification. 22. A copy of this Water Quality Certification shall be maintained on the construction site at all times. In addition, the Water Quality Certification and all subsequent modifications, if any, shall be maintained with the Division Engineer and the on-site project manager. 23. All fill slopes located in jurisdictional wetlands shall be placed at slopes no flatter than 3:1, unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 24. During the construction of the project, no staging of equipment of any kind is permitted in waters of the U.S., or protected riparian buffers. 25. The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary located within the construction corridor approved by this authorization shall be clearly marked by highly visible fencing prior to any land disturbing activities. Impacts to areas within the fencing are prohibited unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 26. The permittee and its authorized agents shall conduct its activities in a manner consistent with State water quality standards(including any requirements resulting from compliance with §303(d)of the Clean Water Act)and any other appropriate requirements of State and Federal law. If NCDWQ determines that such standards or laws are not being met(including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use)or that State of Federal law is being violated,or that further conditions are necessary to assure compliance,NCDWQ may reevaluate and modify this certification. 27. The issuance of this certification does not exempt the Permittee form complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (i.e. local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable buffer rules, stormwater management rules, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements,etc. 28. The Permittee shall report any violations of this certification to the Division of Water Quality within 24-hours of discovery. 29. Upon completion of the project (including any impacts at associated borrow or waste sites), the NCDOT Division Engineer shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of Completion Form" to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been completed. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. This Certification shall become null and void unless the above conditions are made conditions of the Federal 404 and/or Coastal Area Management Act Permit. This Certification shall expire upon the expiration of the 404 or CAMA permit. Mr.J.J. Swain,Jr., P.E. November 9,2010 Page Four If this Certification is unacceptable to you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within sixty(60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification,you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty(60)days following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made,this Certification shall be final and binding. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please telephone Mr.Mike Parker of the Asheville Regional Office at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality cc: Lori Beckwith, USACE, Asheville Field Office Roger Bryan, Division 13, DEO Ed Ingle, Roadside Environmental David McHenry,NCWRC Transportation Permitting Unit Asheville Regional Office � 100890(Swain)Bridge 116 NCSR 1395 Bald Mtn.Creek Road A' NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 9, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1956 Mr. John E. Reeves 234 Reid Ave Port St. Joe, Florida 32456 SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION and RECOMMENDATION FOR ENFORCEMENT John Reeves Property located at 530 Mine Creek Road NOV-2010-CV-0013 401 Water Quality Certification(WQC) Conditions Removal of Best Usage Mitchell County Response deadline: November 29,2010 Dear Mr. Reeves: On November 20, 2010, Kevin Barnett from the Asheville Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality(DWQ) conducted a site inspection at 530 Mine Creek Road along Mine Creek in Mitchell County. 401 certification, and stream standards violations were noted during the inspection and file review. Sediment impacts to Mine Creek and an un-named tributary to Mine Creek, classified C, Tr were documented constituting certification and standard violations. 270 linear feet of Mine Creek and 200 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Mine Creek were excavated and the stream bed material was side cast along the creeks length through the property in question, constituting violations of certifications and stream standards. VIOLATIONS I. Failure to Secure 401 WQC— 15A NCAC 02H .0500—North Carolina Administrative Code requires activities affecting waters be certified by the Division of Water Quality. No Certification was applied for, nor received for the excavation activity which has occurred at 530 Mine Creek Road. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location;2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-7043 N Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Naturally An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer John Reeves Property November 9,2010 Page 2 of 3 II. Removal of Best Usage— 15A NCAC 02B.0211 (2)-Greater than 270 linear feet of Mine Creek and 200 linear feet of an un-named tributary to Mine Creek, Classified C, Tr, was �J impacted by excavation of stream bed, representing Water Quality Stream Standard violation of 15A NCAC 02B .0211 (2) REQUIRED RESPONSE This Office requests that you respond in writing prior to closing on November 29,2010. Your response should be sent to both the attention of Kevin Barnett, Division of Water Quality, 2090 US HWY 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 and Mr. John Hennessy at the Wetlands and Stormwater Branch, NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699- 1617. Your response should address the following items: I. 401 WQ Certification a. Clearly explain why appropriate 401 Water Quality Certification and a 404 Permit were not secured b. It is required that you contact the United States Army Corps of Engineers to determine if a 404 Permit is necessary for these restoration activities. c. Satisfactory stream restoration requires planting in accordance with the EEPi Publication"Guidelines for Riparian Buffer Restoration". This document is available electronically at http://www.nceep.net/news/reportsibuffers.pdf II. Removal of Best Usage— 15A NCAC 02B.0211 (2) a. Please provide documentation(including a detailed site map/survey) depicting all jurisdictional water features (e.g. streams, wetlands, buffers) on the site. This documentation should describe and quantify the impacts to those jurisdictional features, and should include plans to avoid further stream and wetland impacts on the site. b. Please submit the following documents for review and approval: • Stream Restoration Plan (excavation impacts)—Excavation impacts to the streams onsite and downstream of the site must be remediated. As a part of this plan, you should provide the amount(depth) of material that has been excavated and sidecast in the floodplain, stream and any wetlands. This information should be depicted on a map you provide. Your remediation plan should provide for returning the stream to a natural pattern, dimension, and profile through the property in question. • Please indicate in your response a detailed schedule with dates explaining when the restoration will be accomplished. skeeves Property ,ovember 9,2010 Page 3 of 3 • It is required that you contact the Division of Land Resources and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. These contacts are necessary to ensure that your restoration efforts are in compliance with the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. Thank you for your attention to this matter. This Office is considering sending a recommendation for enforcement to the Director of the Division of Water Quality regarding these issues and any future/continued violations that may be encountered. Your above-mentioned response to this correspondence will be considered in this process. This office requires that the violations, as detailed above, be abated immediately. These violations and any future violations are subject to a civil penalty assessment of up to $25,000.00 per day for each violation. Should you have any questions regarding these matters,please contact Kevin Barnett at (828) 296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: John Hennessy—NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit ARO File Copy Division of Land Resources US Army Corps of Engineers, Asheville Regulatory Field Office Mitchell County Planning S:\SWP\MitcheII\401 s\Non-DOT\ReevesProperty.MineCreek\NOV2010CV0013ver2.doc \ i ___ ____ ___ RMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director - Secretary November 9, 2010 Mr. Ronald W.Nalley, Town Administrator Town of Montreat 96 Rainbow Terrace Montreat,NC 28757 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification -Approval Montreat—Greybeard Road (culvert) DWQ Project# 10-0795 Buncombe County FRB/UT Flat Creek/ 6-78-6-(1)/ C-HQW Dear Mr. Nalley: The Division of Water Quality has completed the review of your 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the subject project listed above. Approval has been granted to place fill within or otherwise impact 25 feet of stream for the purpose of culvert installation at the subject property. This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Certification and any additional conditions listed below. Project impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3820. This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit 14 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE). Authorization to proceed with your.proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification shall expire upon expiration of the corresponding USACE Permit Verification. In addition, you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state, or local permits before you proceed with your project including (but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control regulations. This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and may be required to submit a new application. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved (Units) Plan Location or Reference Stream 25 (feet) Ref. Plan Sheet C-103 Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org 'J atiaall y An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer �/1/ i ll y Mr.Nalley November 9,2010 Page 2 of 2 Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in �J criminal and/or civil penalties. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification(associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,N.C. 27699- 6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please contact Susan A. Wilson in the Asheville Regional Office at(828)296-4500. Sincerely, U Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHS/saw Enc: GC3820 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy S:\SWP\Buncombe\401s\Non-DOT\Greybeard Road culvert-Montreat\APRVL.Greybeard Rd Montreat.l 1 2010.doc I _ _ r NNW North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 10, 2010 R. Cameron McHargue, Town Manager Town of Spindale 103 Reveley Street Spindale,NC 28160 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification-Approval Town of Spindale Sewer Line Upgrade DWQ Project# 10-0799 Rutherford County BRD02/Reynolds Creek/9-41-13-7-2/C Dear Mr. McHargue: The Division of Water Quality has completed the review of your 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the subject project listed above. Approval has been granted to place fill within or otherwise impact 108 feet of streams for the purpose of gravity sewer line installation at the subject property. This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Certification and any additional conditions listed below. Project impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3819. This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit 12 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification shall expire upon expiration of the corresponding USACE Permit Verification. In addition,you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including(but not limited to) Erosion and Sediment Control regulations. This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and may be required to submit a new application. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Reference Stream 108 (feet) Stream Impact figures Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NQjthCuol lna Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity',Affirmative Action Employer R.Cameron McHargue November 10,2010 Page 2 of 2 Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification(associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C. 27699- 6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please contact Chuck Cranford in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4664. Sincerely, , < Coleen H. Sullins, Direct CHSlcbc Eric: GC3819 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy SASWP\Rutherford\401sWon-DOMpindale Sewer\APRVL.11.09.10.doc Arj NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 10, 2010 Mr. Dennis J. Whitson 3800 Sugarhill Road Marion, North Carolina 28752 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0403 Permit No. NCO079481 Harmony Estates WWTP McDowell County Dear Mr. Whitson: A review of Harmony Estates WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Reported Limit Type Value Value Solids, Total Suspended 06/30/2010 30 mg/I 31.42 mg/I Monthly Average - Concentration Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files -� DWQ Central Files Phillip Pittman/ORC One S:\SWP\McDowell\Wastewater\Mnors\Harmony Estates 79481\NOV-2010-LV-0403.doc NorthCarobna Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.newaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 %_.. i� �� \�� A 4 jfA AQ= NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 10, 2010 Dr. Jeff Church, Auxiliary Services Caldwell County Schools 1914 Hickory Boulevard Lenoir, North Carolina 28645 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0399 Permit No. NCO030783 Baton Elementary School WWTP Caldwell County Dear Dr. Church: A review of Baton Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Nitrogen, Ammonia Total 06/30/10 3 mg/I 3.2 mg/I Monthly (as N) - Concentration Average Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500. Sincerely, 1�10e. / ��Z;ck Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Water Tech Labs/ORC S:1SWPtCaldtivelllWastewaterlMinorslBaton Elementary 307831NOV-2010-LV-0399.doc NorthCarolina ,Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 �_,. �f __ __ __ _ __ NCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 10, 2010 Mr. Jonathan Kanipe,Town Manager Town of Columbus P.O. Box 146 Columbus, North Carolina 28722-0146 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0404 Permit No. NCO021369 Columbus WWTP Polk County Dear Mr. Kanipe: A review of Columbus WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Limit Type Value Coliform, Fecal MF, M- 06/05/2010 400#/100ml 600#/100ml Weekly Geometric FC Broth,44.5C Mean Exceeded It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4600. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Paul Rhodes/ORC S:,SWP1Polkl,Nastewate i-\Municipa!1Coltimbus WWTP 213+691 OV-201d-L.V-0404.doc No thCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.newatercivality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 \' �/� /... \�i /.-. \_/ NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 12, 2010 Scott Montgomery 1130 Partridge Road Spartanburg, SC 29302 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification-Approval Scott Montgomery Lot D444 DWQ Project 4 10-0917 Henderson County BRD03 /Green River(Lake Summit)/ 9-29-(22)/C; Tr Dear Mr. Montgomery: The Division of Water Quality has completed the review of your 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the subject project listed above. Approval has been granted to place fill within or otherwise impact 0.02 acres of open waters for the purpose of shoreline stabilization at the subject property. This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Certification and any additional conditions listed below. Project impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3693. This Certification allows you to use Regional General Permit 30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE). Authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification shall expire upon expiration of the corresponding USACE Permit Verification. In addition,you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including(but not limited to)Erosion and Sediment Control and trout buffer regulations. This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and may be required to submit a new application. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Reference Waters 0.02 (acres) Sketch Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOrthCarolzna Internet:vuww.ncwaterquality.org An Equal OoDortunity\Affirmative Action ErnDlover ` Scott Montgomery November 12,2010 Page 2 of 2 Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification(associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,N.C. 27699- 6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please contact Chuck Cranford in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4664. Sincerely, �,44oleen H. Sullins, Director CHSlcbc Enc: GC3693 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy S:\S WP\Henderson\401 s\Non-D0T\Montgomery\APRVL.11.10.10.doc NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 15, 2010 Ms. Sally W. Sandy, City Manager City of Morganton 305 E. Union Street, Suite A100 Morganton, N.C.28680 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035096 City of Morganton Morganton Heights Wastewater Collection System Extension Burke County Dear Ms. Sandy: In accordance with your application received November 4, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035096, dated November 15, 2010, to the City of Morganton for the construction and operation of the subject wastewater collection system extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is incorporated therein by reference. Please send Don Price a copy of the "notice to proceed" issued to your contractor for this collection system extension. Please pay particular attention to Permit Condition 3 which requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T .0403 or any individual system-wide collection system permit issued to the Permittee. Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer named in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina General Statute §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. Asheville Regional Office Internet www.ncwaterquality.org 2090 US Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Telephone (828)296-4500 Fax (828)299-7043 DENR Customer Service Center Telephone 1 800 623-7748 An Equal Opportunity Action Employer 50%recycled/10%post-consumer paper City of Morganton November 15, 2010 Page 2 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 the City of Morganton for the construction and operation of approximately 5,225 linear feet of 8-inch gravity to serve a shopping center with office and retail space consisting of 419,557 sq. ft., and 7 outparcels as part of the Morganton Heights project,and the discharge of 120,200 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Morganton's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received November 4, 2010 and in conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Morganton's Catawba River Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0026573) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, 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, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding. If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Don Price at (828) 296- 4500. Sincerely, nL H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Burke County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0026573) Jeffrey G. Belyea, P.E./Wolverton &Associates, Inc. Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWP\Burke\Collection SystemsWorganton Collection System\W00035096 Morganton Heights 11 16 2010 doc NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC .0200; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. 2. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0403: a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to land or surface waters, and any contravention of the groundwater standards in 15A NCAC 2L .0200 or the surface water standards in 15A NCAC 2B .0200. b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained. c. An operation and maintenance plan shall be developed and implemented. d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day (i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at least once per week. e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-month period of time. f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year. g. Inspection and maintenance records shall be maintained for a period of at least three years. h. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in accordance with 15A NCAC 2B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as required by North Carolina General Statute §143-215.1C. 1 PERMIT NO W00035096 City of Morganton Morganton Heights, Burke County November 15. 2010 4. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the wastewater collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 5. Construction of the gravity sewers, pump stations, and force mains shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. 6. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, a certification, a copy of the construction record drawings, as well as supporting design calculations for any pump stations permitted as part of this project shall be received from a North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer certifying that the facilities have been installed in accordance with this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Main adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the entire project has been completed. A copy of the construction record drawings, indicating the facilities constructed in the phase being certified, shall be submitted with each partial certification. Mail the Engineer's Certification, one copy of the "Construction Record Drawings," and one copy of the supporting design calculations to the Non-Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. 7. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the life of the wastewater collection facilities. 8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 2T.; the Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143- 215.6A through §143-215.6C. 9. In the event that the wastewater collection 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 the construction of additional or replacement facilities. 10. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, erosion and sedimentation control requirements in 15A NCAC Ch. 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500. 11. Noncompliance Notification: The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional Office, telephone number (828) 296-4500, 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 either of the following: 2 PERMIT NO W00035096 City of Morganton, Morganton Heights, Burke County November 15. 2010 a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible but this shall not be considered as the initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919) 733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not recur. Per Condition 1(2), Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. Permit issued this the 15th day of November, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION _X;� 'Lt 1 for tolein H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035096 3 PERMIT NO W00035096, City of Morganton. Morganton Heights Burke County November 15, 2010 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Morganton for the construction and operation of approximately 5,225 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve a shopping center with office and retail space consisting of 419,557 sq. ft., and 7 outparcels as part of the Morganton Heights project, and the discharge of 120,200 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Morganton's existing sewerage system - Complete and submit this form to the Asheville regional office with the following: • One copy of the project record drawings (plan & profile views of sewer lines) of the wastewater collection system extension • supporting design calculations (selected pumps, system curve, operating point, available storage if portable generator(s) or storage greater than longest past three year outage reliability option selected)for any pump stations permitted as part of this project • Changes to the project should be clearly identified on the record drawings or in written summary form. Permit modifications are required for any changes resulting in non-compliance with this permit regulations or minimum design criteria. This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until this Engineer's Certification and all required supporting documentation have been received by the Division. Therefore, it is highly recommended that this certification be sent in a manner that provides proof of receipt by the Division. ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION ❑ Partial ❑ Final I, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, ❑weekly, ❑ full time)the construction of the above referenced project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division of Water Quality's (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials. North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: .................................................................................................. SEND THIS FORM&SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION WITH REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS ROGER C. EDWARDS SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SUPERVISOR ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE 2090 US HIGHWAY 70 SWANNANOA, NC 28778 ................................................................................................ The Permittee is responsible for tracking all partial certifications up until a final certification is received.Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 15, 2010 Mr. Henry K. Odom 1 Ariel Loop Hendersonville, North Carolina 28792-9583 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0406 Permit No. NCO071862 Magnolia Place WWTP Henderson County Dear Mr. Odom: A review of Magnolia Place WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Limit Type - Value Coliform, Fecal MF, M- 06/01/10 400 600 Daily Maximum FC Broth,44.5C #/100ml #/100ml Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section r cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files S:\SWP\Henderson\Wastewater\Minors\Magnolia Place 7186MOV-2010-LV-0406.doc NorthCarofina NaturallY North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterauality.ora FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 /__ �i /_ , �.i, �__ \� __._. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 15, 2010 Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent Mitchell County Board of Education 72 Ledger School Road Bakersville, North Carolina 28705 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0412 Permit No. NCO066737 Mitchell High School WWTP Mitchell County Dear Mr. Spurling: A review of Mitchell High School WWTP's monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Coliform, Fecal MF, 07/07/2010 400#/100ml 1,500#/100ml Daily Maximum M-FC Broth,44.5C Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files - DWQ Central Files Tony R. Crowder/ORC S:\SWP\Mitchell\Wastewater'lMiriors\Mitchell High School 667371NOV-2010-LV-0412.doc NorthCarolina ,Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 �} ��/ ,_ �i� � i" NCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 15, 2010 Mr. Charles F. Gay USDA US Forest Service 160 Zillicoa Street, Suite A Asheville, North Carolina 28801-1082 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0411 Permit No. NCO020478 Lake Powhatan Recreation Area WWTP Buncombe County Dear Mr. Gay: A review of Lake Powhatan Recreation Area WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Limit Type Value Coliform, Fecal MF, M- 06/19/2010 400#/100ml 440#/100mi Weekly Geometric FC Broth,44.5C Mean Exceeded It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4600. Sincerely, ,-<� 0- Z�Z_gc-" Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files James & James Environmental/ORC S:\SWP\Buncombe\Wastewater\Minors\Lake Powhattan 20478\NOV-2010-LV-0411.doc NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 \��� l� \�> � � RMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 15, 2010 Ms. Jan W. Grove Midway Medical Center P A P.O. Box 1409 Canton, North Carolina 28716-1409 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0407 Permit No. NCO022454 Midway Medical Center WWTP Haywood County Dear Ms. Grove: A review of Midway Medical Center WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Coliform, Fecal MF, 06/30/2010 400#/100ml 530#/100ml Daily Maximum _= M-FC Broth,44.5C Exceeded pH 06/16/2010 9 su 606.0 su Facility Reporting Error It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. The above parameter for pH was entered incorrectly as 606.0 on your DMR. Please send an amended DMR with the correct value for pH to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, . ��� Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files James & James Environmental/ ORC S:\SWP\Haywood\Wastewater\Minors\Midway Medical Center 22454\NOV-2010-LV-0407.doc Won hCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterauality.ora FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 NCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 15, 2010 Mr. Larry Callicutt Town of Bryson City P.O. Box 726 Bryson City, North Carolina 28713 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0163 Permit No. NCO026557 Bryson City WWTP Swain County Dear Mr. Callicutt: A review of Bryson City WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency / Total Nitrogen 06/30/2010 Semi-Annually Failure to Monitor Total Phosphorus 06/30/2010 Semi-Annually Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked"Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameters were left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Please remember that semi-annual sampling is defined as twice per year: one sampling time in the first six months of the year and one sampling time in the second six months of the year. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Lamar Williams/ORC S:1SWPlSWainM/astewatertMLinicipallBryson City VVWTP 265571NOV-2010-MV-0163.doc Won thCazolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 f3 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen K Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 16, 2010 Dave Alban 1105 West Little Darner Road Ashland, KY 41102 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification -Approval Dave Alban DWQ Project# 10-0932 Rutherford County BRDO1 /Broad River(Lake Lure)/ 9-(17)/B; Tr Dear Mr. Alban: The Division of Water Quality has completed the review of your 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the subject project listed above. \Approval has been granted to place fill within or otherwise impact 0.005 acres of open waters for the purpose of shoreline stabilization at the subject property. This approval requires you to follow the conditions listed in the attached Certification and any additional conditions listed below. Project impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification Number 3693. This Certification allows you to use Regional General Permit 30 when issued by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE). Authorization to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters as depicted in your application and as authorized by this Certification shall expire upon expiration of the corresponding USACE Permit Verification. In addition,you should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including(but not limited to)Erosion and Sediment Control and Trout Buffer regulations. This approval is for the purpose and design that you described in your application. If you change your project, you must notify us and may be required to submit a new application. Impacts Approved The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and general conditions of this Certification are met. No other impacts are approved including incidental impacts: Amount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Reference Waters 0.005 (acres) Sketch Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 ly ofthCarolina. Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org AgWallb"' Dave Alban November 16,2010 Page 2 of 2 Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. If you do not accept any of the conditions of this Certification(associated with the approved wetland or stream impacts), you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition,which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C. 27699- 6714. This certification and its conditions are final and binding unless you ask for a hearing. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please contact Chuck Cranford in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4664. Sincerely, A;/Nwa- ""�- Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHSlcbc Enc: GC3693 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy S:\SWP\Rutherford\401s\Non-DOT Mban\APRVL.11.15.10.doc ..�.... A NCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality - Beverly Eaves Perdue Goleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 16, 2010 Mr. McCray Coates, P.E., Stormwater Service Manager City of Asheville P.O. Box 7148 Asheville,NC 28802 SUBJECT: NPDES Stormwater Permit Compliance Inspection Asheville Fleet Management Center Permit No: NCG080682 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Coates: This letter is in follow-up to the NPDES Stormwater Permit Compliance Inspection conducted on November 8, 2010. I appreciated the opportunity to meet with you, Ms. Lipe, and Mr. Stevens. The facility was found to be in compliance with most aspects of the stormwater permit (NCG080682). However, the facility was not in compliance with the benchmark value for Total Suspended Solids. Due to the exceedances (at both outfalls) of Total Suspended Solids,the City is under Tier One response, specified in Part II, Section B of the permit. Enclosed is a copy of the Compliance Inspection Report,which contains additional observations and comments for your reference (in the Summary section on p. 2). Please contact me at(828) 296-4665 or Susan.A.Wilsonancderingov, if I can be of any further assistance (or if the next analytical sampling results in an exceedance of the benchmark values). Sincerely, S san A. Wilson, P.E. Environmental Engineer Surface Water Protection Enclosure cc: Central Files (w/attachment) ARO Files (w/attachment) David Foster, Assistant Director for Public Works, City of Asheville S:\SWP\Buncombe\Stonnwater\NCG08 Transit and Transportation\AVL Fleet Maintenance NCG080682\LTR.CEI.AVL Fleet.doc Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 olle Phone:828-2964500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolina Internet:www,ncwaterquality.org (��/a�} " atuna l ff An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer \" �i �� ,� _.___ Compliance Inspection Report Permit: NCG080682 Effective: 11/01/07 Expiration: 10/31/12 Owner: Asheville Fleet Management SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Asheville City-Fleet Maintenance Building County: Buncombe 173 S Charlotte St Region: Asheville Asheville NC 28801 Contact Person: Chris Dobbins Title: Phone:828-259-5703 Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On-Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Inspection Date: 11/08/2010 Entry Time: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 11:45 AM Primary Inspector: Susan A Wilson Phone:828-294-4500 Secondary Inspector(s): Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type: Transportation wNehicle Maintenance/Petroleum Bulk/Oil Water Separator Stormwater Discharge COC Facility Status: Q Compliant ■ Not Compliant Question Areas: Storm Water (See attachment summary) Page: 1 Permit: NCG080682 Owner-Facility:Asheville Fleet Management Inspection Date: 11/08/2010 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine i Inspection Summary: Susan Wilson (ARO/DWQ)met with City staff members Mark Stevens, Keisha Lipe, and McCray Coates at the Fleet Maintenance site. After the initial site visit March 2010,the City hired Stormwater Services Group to evaluate the site and provide monitoring/sampling data. Sampling was conducted May 2010(after purchase of bag filters for drop inlets). A review of the data indicated that the TSS benchmark values were exceeded for the two outfalls that are sampled (002 and 006; outfall 002 is near the'upstream'portion of the site and outfall 006 is near the'downstream'portion of the site; other drop inlets are directed to these outfalls-which go directly to a culverted stream under the property). Since the benchmark values for TSS were exceeded,the City Fleet Maintenance is now under Tier 1 response. The City was reminded to review all data after results are received and possibly sample more frequently and/or evaluate the area to determine the source of the exceedance.Another exceedance will cause the City to be in a Tier 2 response(where monthly sampling will have to be conducted, as well as other elements specified in the permit). DWQ suggests that analytical and qualitative monitoring be conducted at the same time. (It may be that some sediment runoff from the adjacent hillside is an issue). The City's investigative actions should be documented and kept with the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan(SWPPP). The City has already notified DWQ via e-mail of their pending response to Tier One. Vehicle maintenance takes place in the building with floor drains that ultimately go to an oil/water separator,then to the sanitary sewer system. Most elements of the SWPPP are in place, but should be easily referenced and accessible. It was suggested that the City document(and have forms for)facility inspections,when parking lot is cleaned, etc. Page: 2 Permit: NCG080682 Owner-Facility:Asheville Fleet Management Inspection Date: 11/08/2010 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Yes No NA NE Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan? ■ Q ❑ C #Does the Plan include a General Location(USGS)map? ■ ❑ ❑ Q #Does the Plan include a"Narrative Description of Practices"? ■ 0 ❑ 0 #Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas? ■ 0 n #Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years? ■ ❑ ❑ Q #Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices? D 0 0 ■ #Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment? Q O ■ Q #Does the Plan include a BMP summary? ■ Q Q 0 #Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan(SPRP)? ■ ❑ n ❑ #Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan? ■ Q 0 Q #Does the facility provide and document Employee Training? ■ ❑ Cl 0 #Does the Plan include a list of Responsible Party(s)? ■ 0 ❑ 0 #Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually? ■ 0 0 0 #Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program? ■ Cl Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented? ■ n 0 Q Comment: The Fleet facility has the major components of the Stormwater Management Plan (and the contractor hired by the City has provided good documentation/suggestions). DWQ suggested that all elements be placed in a notebook(similar to the way the elements are written in the permit and similar to this inspection queery for easy use and reference). Qualitative Monitoring Yes No NA NE Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi-annually? ■ n D n Comment: After the initial inspection conducted March 2010, the City is now performing the required monitoring (conducted April 2010). Analytical Monitoring Yes No NA NE Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring? ■ n Q ❑ #Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas? ■ ❑ n O Comment: As stated above, the City has conducted its required monitoring (May 2010 after the filters were placed below drop inlets). The May data for TSS exceeded the benchmark value of 100 mg/I for both monitored outfalls (002 and 006). The City was reminded that they are now under the Tier 1 plan since the benchmark value was exceeded. Permit and Outfalls Yes No NA NE Page: 3 Permit:NCG080682 Owner-Facility:Asheville Fleet Management Inspection Date: 11/08/2010 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine #Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site? ■ 0 ❑ 0 #Were all outfalls observed during the inspection? N Q n 0 #If the facility has representative outfall status, is it properly documented by the Division? ❑ Q ■ #Has the facility evaluated all illicit(non stormwater)discharges? ❑ 0 0 Comment: The City should make sure that any illicit discharges are evaluated (and provide documentation/signature of that evaluation). Page: 4 Amn-KWA� NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 16, 2010 Mr. Charles J. Salas, Asset Manager Reprop Financial Mortgage Investors LLC and Diversified Lending Group Inc. 4711 Viewridge Avenue Suite 270 San Diego, California 92123 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0164 Permit No. NCO080098 Linville Falls Mountain Club and Preserve WWTP McDowell County Dear Mr. Salas: A review of Linville Falls Mountain Club and Preserve's WWTP monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Oil & Grease Week ending 06/26/2010 Weekly Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4600. Sincerely, 8f f ee Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Dennis Perk/ Linville Falls Club HOA James & James Environmental/ORC S:\SWP\McDowell\Wastewater\Miriors\Blue Ridge Country Club 80098\NOV-201 0-MV-01 64.doc NorthCarolina J VAM711Y North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterquality.or-q FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 RMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 16, 2010 Mr. Charles J. Salas, Asset Manager Reprop Financial Mortgage Investors LLC and Diversified Lending Group Inc. 4711 Viewridge Avenue Suite 270 San Diego, California 92123 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-201 0-MV-01 66 Permit No. NCO080098 Linville Falls Mountain Club and Preserve WWTP McDowell County Dear Mr. Salas: A review of Linville Falls Mountain Club and Preserve's WWTP monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Oil & Grease Week ending 07/03/2010 Weekly Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Dennis Perk/ Linville Falls Club HOA James & James Environmental/ ORC S:1SWP1McDowell\WastewatertMinors\Blue Midge Country Club 8009MOV-2010-MV-0166.doc NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 A LT-WA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 16,2010 Jim Fatland Town Manager Town of Highlands P.O.Box 460 Highlands,NC 28741 Subject: Sunset Rock Road and Stream Impacts Dear Mr.Fatland: The Division has been working with town personnel and Highlands Biological Station(HBS)staff to resolve significant water quality impacts to Mill Creek caused by the loss of gravel from Sunset Rock Road. Currently,removal of crushed stone from the stream reach on HBS property has begun. Mr. Lamar Nix and Mr. Josh Ward have been very helpful in arranging these restoration activities. A portion of the stream located on private property upstream of the HBS will require restoration as well. Water quality will be improved by the removal of the gravel,restoring habitat for aquatic life and normal functions of the stream. However,unless the source of the gravel is eliminated, additional stream impacts—water quality violations—are possible,which will require additional restoration efforts. Town staff have improved the situation on Sunset Rock Road by better managing stormwater runoff and installing sediment traps or basins. A more certain approach, and one that would likely require less on- going maintenance,would be the paving(i.e.,chip seal or full asphalt), of Sunset Rock Road. We appreciate the willingness of the town to assist resolving this situation. Please contact me if I can answer any questions or provide any help with this or other water quality issues. Sincerely, / ;' r Chuck Cra ord Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection cc: Roger Edwards—DWQ Surface Water Protection Regional Office Supervisor S:\SWP\Macon\Complaints\HighlandsBologicalStation\LTR_TownOf lighlands.11.15.10.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarohna Phone:828-2964500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 J�����r�/ Internet: www.ncwaterquali�.org N�/ f "/ff An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 17, 2010 Mr. Peter N. Alexander Young Life Ministries 120 Coles Cove Road Weaverville, North Carolina 28787 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0168 Permit No. NCO034304 Windy Gap Camp WWTP Buncombe County Dear Mr. Alexander: A review of Windy Gap Camp WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Temperature Weekending 06/26/2010 5 X/Week Failure to Monitor The Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked"Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. It was noted on the DMR at the bottom of the Total Residual Chlorine(TRC)column as"NL,"meaning "No Limit"? A Total Residual Chlorine limit of 28 pg/ L for your WWTP took effect June 1, 2007. TRC was shown measured as > 17 pg/ L on three occasions. Use of "greater than" values: Such values are only expected (and then only infrequently) in the reporting of Fecal Coliform and BOD, not in the reporting for the parameter TRC. Please respond in writing about the "greater than" values for TRC on the DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files S:1SWPtBuncombe\Wastewater\Minors\Yourig Life Windy Cap 34304tNOV-2010-MV-0168.doc NorthCarolina �aturall� North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www ncwaterquality.orq FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 A4j;A NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 17, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED—7009 1680 0000 7515 1963 Mr. J. J. Swain, Jr., P.E. Division 13 Engineer North Carolina Department of Transportation Post Office Box 3279 Asheville,North Carolina, 28802 Subject: Notice of Violation for Discharging Concrete and Violating Water Quality Standards in Wesley Branch in Buncombe County,North Carolina. Dear Mr. Swain: On November 4,2010, staff of the Asheville Regional Office's,NC Division of Water Quality, received a report of a fish kill in Wesley Creek which is classified as "B"waters of the State and is tributary to Bent Creek and the French Broad 'River. Investigation by NC Division of Water Quality staff found that work being conducted by a contractor(Proshot concrete, Inc.)working for the NC Department of Transportation(NCDOT)was making repairs to the double barreled (84-inch)culvert that carries Wesley Creek under North Carolina Secondary Road 3562. The investigation found that the contractor had diverted the flow of Wesley Creek into the east culvert and in the west culvert had placed wire mesh over the bottom third of the corrugated metal culvert and sprayed the inside bottom third of the west culvert with approximately four(4)inches of concrete. The contractor then began work in the east culvert without diverting Wesley Creek, and sprayed concrete on the bottom third of the culvert, approximately fifty(50) feet in length. Thus,water in Wesley Creek was allowed to come into contact with uncured concrete. Also, it appears that the contractor cleaned out the hose used for spraying the concrete inside the culvert and on the embankment above the end of the culvert where wet uncured concrete was allowed to flow into Wesley Creek. A gray colored material similar to concrete was also observed covering the bottom of Wesley Creek downstream of the culverts for a distance of approximately 50 to 75 feet. On November 5,2010, Mr. Mike Parker of the Asheville's Regional Office's Surface Water Protection Section and Mr. Roger Bryan, Division 13 Environmental Supervisor continued with their investigation and found that approximately 178 fish had been killed in Wesley Creek from the discharge of wet uncured concrete from the work being conducted to repair the culverts under NC Secondary Road 3562. Mr. Bryan indicated that two(2) inspectors with the NCDOT were on site during the culvert work but were not aware that the contractor had sprayed concrete in the east culvert or were aware that concrete had been lost to Wesley Creek, resulting in the fish kill. The discharge of wastewater from the spraying of concrete, violating State surface water quality standards and removal of best usage of waters are violations of the following North Carolina General Statutes and Administrative Code. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE ORe Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina one:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Naturally ����u'/N�j j iemet: www,ncwaterquality.org N�/ An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr.J.J. Swain, Jr.,P.E. November 17, 2010 Page 2 • NC General Statute 143-215.1 (a)(1)prohibits the discharge of pollutants to waters of the State without a permit. NCDOT did not have a permit on November 4, 2010 for discharge of wastewater from the spraying of concrete on culverts carrying Wesley Creek at NCSR 3562. r 15A NCAC 2B .0211 (2)-Removal of Best Usage: aquatic life propagation and maintenance of biological integrity(including fishing and fish), wildlife,primary recreation, agricultural and any other usage except as a source of water supply for drinking, culinary or food processing purposes. The discharge of pollutants(concrete)to Wesley Creek rendered the stream unsuitable for fish to survive. • 15A NCAC 213.0211 (3)—Quality standards applicable to all fresh surface waters: pH shall be normal for the waters in the area,which generally shall range between 6.0 and 9.0 except that swamp waters may have a pH as low as 4.3 if it is the result of natural conditions. Measurements of pH in Wesley Creek were taken by NCDWQ staff on November 4,2010. The pH upstream of the culverts was measured at 6.98 at 1700 hrs, and the pH downstream of culverts(approximately 600 feet)was measured at 9.52 at 1645 hrs. This downstream pH measurement is a violation of the Water Quality Standard for pH in excess of the upper limit of 9.0. This office requires that the violations,as detailed above, be abated immediately. Please provide a written response within fourteen(14)calendar days upon receipt of this letter detailing corrective measures taken or to be taken to prevent rom work associated with culvert repairs. These violations and any future violations are future similar discharges f subject to civil penalty assessment of up to$25,000.00 per day for each violation. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any questions,please contact Mr.Mike Parker at 828-296- 4500. Sincerely, Wit . /� Roger Edwards,Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: Garry Moore, Division 13 Bridge Program Manager Roger Bryan, Division 13 Environmental Officer Lori Beckwith, US Army Corps of Engineers, Asheville Field Office Chris Militscher, US Environmental Protection Agency John Hennessy,NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit Brian Wrenn, Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker, ARO NCDOT NOV for Discharge of Concrete to Wesley Creek NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 17, 2010 Mr. Joey Cupp, Environmental Manager Pilot Travel Centers LLC P. O. Box 10146 Knoxville, Tennessee 37939-0146 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0162 Permit No. NCO086053 Pilot Travel Center#393 WWTP Haywood County Dear Mr. Cupp: A review of Pilot Travel Center#393 WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Frequency Violation Flow 06/30/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameterwas left off inadvertently,please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. E wards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Environmental Inc./ORC S:\SWP\Haywood\Wastewater\Minors\Piiot Travel Center 86053\NOV-2010-MV-0162.doc NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 NC®ENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 17, 2010 Mr. Jon H. Laughter,P.E . Laughter, Austin and Associates,PA 131 Fourth Avenue East Hendersonville,North Carolina 28792 Subject: Fast-Track Application Return Shano Commons Sewer Main Extension Project City of Hendersonville Henderson County Dear Mr. Laughter: Attached herewith is the Fast-Track Sewer Application which you submitted seeking permission to replace an existing sewer to serve the Shano Commons Sewer Main Extension project. The application is being returned for the following reason(s): (1) ONLY the Original Application was included in the package. Please note part A of the application which states ...' Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application form.' (2) Part `J', section `C' of Application requires certifying Engineer to "Seal and sign"the application. The application is considered"incomplete' without this. I look forward to receiving a completed application. Should you have questions or need additional information, please contact me at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Donald R. Price, CET WWTP Consultant Cc: Lee Smith, Utilities Director, City of Hendersonville S\S«P\tlendeCSOn\Collection Svst mMendersomille CS41pplication Return Shano Commons Sewer Main Extension nroiect.doc ' SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarohna Phone:828-296-450M FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 y��{J� Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Natmt " An Equal Opportunity,.Affirmative Action Employer j_-. ���� �../ _..._ _____.. _. ___ NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 17, 2010 Ms. Kally Dotson, Administrator White Oak Manor 188 Oscar Justice Road Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0414 Permit No. NCO030139 White Oak Manor- Rutherfordton WWTP Rutherford County Dear Ms. Dotson: A review of White Oak Manor- Rutherfordton's WWTP monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC 07/06/2010 400#/100ml 6,000#/100mt Daily Maximum Broth,44.5C Exceeded Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the attention of Janet Cantwell The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Water Quality Lab & Operations/ORC S:\SWP\Rutherford\Wastew+ater\MiriorsiWhite Oak Manor 30139\NOV-2010-LV-0414.doc NorthCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 17, 2010 Ms. Kally Dotson, Administrator White Oak Manor 188 Oscar Justice Road Rutherfordton, North Carolina 28139 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0167 Permit No. NCO030139 White Oak Manor- Rutherfordton WWTP Rutherford County Dear Ms. Dotson: A review of White Oak Manor- Rutherfordton's WWTP monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violations: _ Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Temperature Week ending 06/05/2010 Weekly Failure to Monitor pH Week ending 06/05/2010 Weekly Failure to Monitor Total Residual Chlorine Week ending 06/05/2010 Twice Weekly Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameters were left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of recei t of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Water Quality Lab & Operations/ORC S:ISWPIRutherfordVNastewaterlMinors\VVhite Oak Manor 301391NOV-2010-MV-0167.doc No thCarotina Natumllry North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.newate[guality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 i WDE R North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 18, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1970 Ms. Rebecca Schultz I T & K Enterprises 3365 Sugar Hill Road Marion,North Carolina 28752 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO086428 I T &K Enterprises Marion Travel Plaza WWTP Case No. LM-2010-0047 McDowell County Dear Ms. Schultz: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$167.00 ($100.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against I T &K Enterprises. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by I T&K Enterprises for the month of June 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0086428. The violations which occurred in June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that I T& K Enterprises violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO086428 and G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards,Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against I T & K Enterprises: NorthCarolina Natnally SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 29970431Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0086428, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS - Cone. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0086428, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for TSS - Conc. $.00 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0086428 for failure to monitor Flow continuously. $100.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $167.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 14313- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; - (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification _ for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty ........ _.-._..... assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please - prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission,you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) -provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within seven(7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919) 431-3000 Fax: (919) 431-3100 One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, TC. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/DWQ Enforcement Files w/attachments KACE Environmental/ ORC w/attachments 5:',Sl•1"P1A-ic!?incetl'•;1<stet=lti,r\ivluuns„�Iarxrn`ProveI Plaza8ti 'S`•;1.1,1-3UIt)-00-1'.cliic JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LM-2010-0047 County: McDowell Assessed Party: IT & K Enterprises/Marion Travel Plaza Permit No.: NCO086428 Amount Assessed: $167.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). _ (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b)were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: , i STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF MCDOWELL IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS I T&K ENTERPRISES/ MARION ) TRAVEL PLAZA ) PERMIT NO. NCO086428 ) FILE NO. LM-2010-0047 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $167.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 18, 2010, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30)days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a w w wCL IL o x w _o i° Z E m Z 5 O D m O > E i- c > O 2 > O > T w > LL Q 0 � Z O w OD r- o wl_- >5 (q >M O5 rn OJ a w w W gw a=) J (V M a U U O 0 U W w LL j Oj O v z f-N E E _¢ E zw z O _� :)w U 0 0 U U w 7 = LL 's LL U W LLI Y m 0 0 o O o i- D aQ 0) aQ z -J 0 co 0 o c (Dw > > cn U a N td IL > it oc w � 0 0 w ~ �Lli U U � C ?� O fn (A O m a F (n a u F- Z Z O O � C.) � E U U Q O w w O w J J LL LLa O O LLa O �a o o f a00 o O � O C O co {6 r- Oa N N O Oa N .......% U w 0w (O coOw /0 Z !a 0 = g F— O O 0 J W > Q 0 0 = Q o 4. Z O (A 0 Z 6% J a "� 2 a '��i ,. �� i �`� __.... A*4JL RCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 18, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2014 Mr. Joey Cupp Pilot Travel Centers LLC P. O. Box 10146 Knoxville, Tennessee 37939-0146 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION / NOTICE OF INTENT ENFORCE NOV-2010-PC-1151 Permit No. NCO086053 Pilot Travel Center#393 WWTP Haywood County Dear Mr. Cupp: A review of Pilot Travel Center #393's WWTP discharge monitoring reports (DMRs) beginning with March 2009 through July 2010 showed the following violations: Compliance Issue: Failure to submit completed Discharge Monitoring Reports: "Arrival Time," "Time on Site" and "ORC on Site" boxes are blank. The ORC line is blank and there is no date next to the ORC signature on some of the DMRs. Amended DMRs, with the required information, beginning with March 2009 through the present, should be submitted (within 10 (ten) days of receipt of this letter) to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Please write"Amended for," listing the columns left off the DMR, on the top page of each DMR with a cover letter. These violations and any future violations are subject to a civil penalty assessment for each violation as allowed by NCGS 143-215.6A(a)(2). This Office requests that you respond in writing within 10 (ten) days of receipt of this Notice. In this response, you should address the causes of noncompliance and all actions taken to prevent the recurrence of similar situations. Your response should be sent to the attention of Roger Edwards, Supervisor, Division of Water Quality, 2090 US HWY 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778-8211. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296- 4500. Sincerely, d K 1 Roger C �dL rds,�Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Environmental Inc./ORC S:\SWP\Haywood\Wastewater\Minors\Pilot Travel Center 86053\NOV-2010-PC-1151.doc NorthCarolina JVaturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 hl UM North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 18, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 1987 Mr. Nathan D. Benson Benson Apartments P.O. Box 1090 Mountain Home,North Carolina 28758 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO066362 Benson Apartments Case No. LV-2010-0374 Henderson County Dear Mr. Benson: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $1,342.00 ($1,275.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against Benson Apartments. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by Benson Apartments for the month of June 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0066362. The violations which occurred in June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Benson Apartments violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO066362 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards,Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Benson Apartments: NorthCarolina Naturally SURFACE WATER PROTECTION-ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD - Conc. 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215,1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS - Conc. $375.00 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for Nitrogen Ammonia. $150.00 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Max limit for BOD. 2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $300.00 NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Max limit for Fecal coliform. $150.00 1 of the 3 violations of G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Max limit for Nitrogen Ammonia. $300.00 2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0066362, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Max limit for TSS. $1,275.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $1,342.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 14313- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed "Request for Remission �_.. of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed "Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) -provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §15013-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919) 431-3000 Fax: (919) 431-3100 One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, D Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/DWQ Enforcement Files w/ attachments James & James Environmental/ORC w/attachments 4:`,ti1'l':Hendegt>n1lhaStu�c2tc \h >r 'aiciivrnlApanmenis66362,L _oI0-037.4.doc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0374 County: Henderson Assessed Party: Benson Apartments Permit No.: NCO066362 Amount Assessed: $1,342.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 14313-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF HENDERSON IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS BENSON APARTMENTS ) PERMIT NO.NCO066362 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0374 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,342.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 18, 2010,the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30)days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a) (D a _0 a) a) pw, m a�i a°i m N w ai ai } U X U o o U o U o U X z w W w w w w w w w w W O rn E E E E E rn E E Gs F= E E E E E E m `� J m Q m m m w 4 m m Q •� O_ 2 Q0 0 OO OO � � � � Z O 0 w W W~ o oo °D 0 rn (q h - n m - 0- 00 T h Cl)l m h M rn ai N e Cl) (D N 0 W F-W a 7 OD °D O O Cl) N h V (o MO J J N O O V N Qi (n (O (D . Vj w M Zo U) M N M N h- (n M J Q U C O F L V' m a a N N � C O = W ° E E 0> F" F(/7 rn m O O rn rn rn rn rn rn rn j E E E E E E E E E O U of n N M O Q � O I- dz Z �E W , N ' < LL NCO z 00u1 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 m Z J a o M o o roi o Q 0 (D (D co (o CD ((0 w 0 o coo co W O 0 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 In a U C d E QW U U O O O O U U C W o o U U U 0 U U U O U U O O Z Z z V! O O U U (%� (m Cl,) (n to tq y c a O 0 w w = = _ _ ma In m u. u. z z z z F F- J Q > > > > > > > > > > U UO W w w w w w w w w w w Q w w w w w w w w w w w LL J J LL o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 I.-CL o 0 0 0 o a o 0 0 0 0 O N to 0 <O �� o 0 0 0 0 0 o a o 0 0 t0 p V! O O o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 p c F-a. N N N N N N N N N N N U O Z UJ (D to (D (D (D to (O (D w (O (O ..._ Z I- OO W ',,, I.- o 0 oa O O a O O O O o J Q O o o o O o a 0 CD o d Z (1� y� (A u'! (fl 64 (n M to (() W f9 fA fA (H fR fA 64 a NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 18, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 75156 1994 Mr.Tim Doane TA Operating LLC P.O. Box 451100 Cleveland, Ohio 44145 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215,1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO085952 TA Operating LLC Candler Travel Center WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0363 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Doane: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $1,067.00 ($1,000.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against TA Operating LLC. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by TA Operating LLC for the month of May 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0085952. The violations which occurred in May 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that TA Operating LLC violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO085952 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against TA Operating LLC: NorthCarohna Naturally SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX: 828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterouality.org Y, I of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0085952, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for NH3-N- Conc. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NCO0859529 by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD - Conc. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0085952, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for NH3-N- Conc. 4 of the 4 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $400.00 NC0085952, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD - Conc. $1,000.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $1,067.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 14313- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or l_: to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m, and 5:00 p.m., except for % official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax)or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) -provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within seven (7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919) 431-3000 Fax: (919) 431-3100 One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Z " Rogerfo,z�j- r C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/DWQ Enforcement Files w/attachments James & James Environmental/ ORC w/attachments IS:'6W1'`13[inconibe"AV&;tn vater'M i n ors\Cal Id ler TjaveI Centel 85952!L..:V-2010 0.36 ,doc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0363 County: Buncombe Assessed Party: TA Travel/ Candler Travel Center Permit No: NC0085952 Amount Assessed: $1,067.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident (i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE.OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS TA TRAVEL/CANDLER TRAVEL CENTER ) PERMIT NO. NCO085952 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0363 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,067.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 18, 2010, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a v � 0 - U U U UXX x U x ( W W W W W W 11J Z m w Q x x x x > > > O 2 2 2 2 > Q O O Z O WW F o o m o LO o LO co o r- ao o r J n (O M OD M N N N 0 W UJ _j N M (O N T M J Q V F- E n n n n O C r V C 3 m W LL O� E Ez E E E EE O 'LU U M CD M O z Z N W 41 J LU N N N N N N N Q (D LL CL W Z S' O co 0W o 0 0 0 0 0 0 Q F- _ Q Q Q cM- N N 07 N M Z O❑ N N LO LOU) N N ui _ O O O O O O O Q U L d iJ U am > X c c W U U U U U U U �- W 0 0 U 0 U d Q2 Z Z C Q O O O O O = _ m a m m m m m z z U O c c c c c c c J ~ > > > > > > U p w w w w w w w LL -A n J_ �U. o O O O o O O O. O O O O O O O O N M ZF W) �� o 0 0 0 0 0 0 p to 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 G_ {- . N N N N N N N t i U O Z w LOLOLOIn LO to Z la 0 F- O �-+ O O O O O O O d •� Q o 0o O o N O N Z J d » » cfl ss c} i» va A4 ..,wiles® NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 18, 2010 Mr. Steve Sheets, COO Linville Ridge Country Club P.O. Box 704 Linville, North Carolina 28646 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0417 Permit No. NCO062413 Linville Ridge Country Club WWTP Avery County Dear Mr. Sheets: A review of Linville Ridge Country Club WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Flow, in conduit or 06/30/2010 0.015 mgd 0.021 mgd Monthly Average thru treatment plant Exceeded It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. Please respond in writing within 15 days of receipt of this letter explaining the circumstances which created a 38.22 % increase in the permitted flow of 0.015 mgd for the month of June 2010. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, rrr Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Water Quality Lab & Operations/ORC One S:\SWP\FAverylWastewaterlMinors\Linville Ridge County Club 62413\NOV-2010-LV-0417.doc NorrhCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 /. �:,i i ��� _._. __ 47 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 19, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2007 Mr. Rick Spurling, Assistant Superintendent Mitchell County Board of Education 72 Ledger School Road Bakersville,North Carolina 28705 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO066729 Mitchell County Board of Education Tipton Hill Elementary School WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0377 Mitchell County Dear Mr. Spurling: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$517.00 ($450.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against Mitchell County Board of Education. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by Mitchell County Board of Education for the month of June 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0066729. The violations which occurred in June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that Mitchell County Board of Education violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO066729 and G.S. 143- 215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I,Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Mitchell County Board of Education: ne NorthCarolina Natirallty SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org 2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $200.00 NC0066729, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for FEC COLL 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0066729, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Geometric Mean limit for FEC COLI. $450.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $517.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 2 82.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; i (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of. Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission,you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax) or electronic mail by an attached file(with restrictions) -provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within seven(7) business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919)431-3 000 Fax: (919) 431-3100 One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions,please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerer, _ Roger C. Edw ds, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/DWQ Enforcement Files w/ attachments S:`,SiVT' Rtitchcll��%astcaater'.L[iorsV'l ipum dill 6O72(P,1.,V-^01()-0.377.doc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0377 County: Mitchell Assessed Party: Mitchell County Board of Education/Tipton Hill Elementary Permit No.: NC0066729 Amount Assessed: $517.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c), remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). _ (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b) were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); _ (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); _ (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF MITCHELL IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST } ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS MITCHELL COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION) TIPTON HILL ELEMENTARY) PERMIT NO. NCO066729 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0377 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $517.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 19, 2010, the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty (30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE . .... .-..-_.__.-. . . N N C U Oca d. U U F- W W U� m O > > E d E E NX > 0 —'W d S Q Z O V' WF o 0 >OM 0 Cl 0 e � � O W �W 0 g 0 = o o J O O (D VCD co Cl) J Q V ~ o O o d J d -I N U rL LLw 07 0 0 0 �- F-t4 0 0 O ?w = O O U 41 cV � U � � M a w 4- V i 0 o W L L L w v z -O N L- = o 0 0 Cy w E E E W ' _ 0 J LU X X X V W N N N W C CO 0 o 0 0 Q CL a~ N N M 0 U z o0 0 0 to 0 w r ¢ > U O � t co to G d E N w = W O 0 0 Q- a LL U- � F_ Z c c c J ~ a) a) U v w LL OJ w w J_ Qa o O O Fa 0 0 0 _ O an t~O Z-d•K 0 0 0 i (O Co = Da N N N VO EuiCD (D w Z 0 fC- O `` c / J 0 O O + C Q O� O N Z J a 69- `n `n 4;: -•..... NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 19,2010 Cherokee County TIP No.R-3622-AB DWQ Project 20080762V.2 NC Highway 294 Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Mr. J. B. Setzer, P.E. Division 14 Engineer North Carolina Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina, 28779 Dear Mr. Setzer: You have our approval, in accordance with the conditions listed below,for the following impacts in an unnamed tributary to Persimmon Creek, an unnamed tributary to Cherokee Lake and filling and clearing of 0.09 acres of Palustrine Emergent etlands adjacent to NC 294 for the purpose of widening and realignment for safety improvements to NC Highway 294 in ierokee County: Stream Impacts in the Hiwassee River Basin Site Permanent Fill Temporary Permanent Temporary Total Stream in Intermittent Impacts in Fill in Impacts in Stream Impacts Stream (linear Intermittent Perennial Perennial Impact Requiring ft) Stream Stream Stream (linear ft) Mitigation (linear ft) linear ft linear ft linear ft Site 2 0 0 32 100 132 0 Site 3 0 0 30 100 130 0 Site 4 0 0 10 100 110 0 Total 0 1 0 1 72 300 1 372 0 Total Permanent Stream Impacts for Project: 72 lin.ft.Total Temporary Stream Impacts for Project: 300 linear ft. Wetland Impacts in the Hiwassee River Basin(Non-Riverine) Site Fill Fill Excavation Mechanized Hand Area Total Wetland (ac) (temporary) (ac) Clearing Clearing under Impact(ac) (ac) (ac) (ac) Bridge (ac) Site 1 <0.01 0.0 0.0 0.07 0.0 0.0 0.08 Site 2 0.00 0.0 0.0 <0.01 0.0 0.0 <0.01 Total <0.01 0.0 0.0 0.08 0.0 0.0 0.09 ''otal Wetland Impact for Project: 0.09 acres. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarollna Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 V�'}���N�//� Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org �/ ` t` An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr. J. B. Setzer, P.E. November 19,2010 Page Two The project should be constructed in accordance with your application dated November 2, 2010 (received November 10, 2010), including the environmental commitments made in the application letter. After reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification No. 3820, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Number 14. In addition,you should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including(but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control,Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application (unless modified below). Should your project change,you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the property is sold,the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, or if total impacts to streams (now or in the future) exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h)(6) and (7). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below. Condition(s)of Certification: 1. There shall be no excavation from, or waste disposal into,jurisdictional wetlands or waters associated with this permit without appropriate modification. Should waste or borrow sites, or access roads to waste or borrow sites, be located in wetlands or streams, compensatory mitigation will be required since that is a direct impact from road construction activities. 2. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters unless otherwise approved by this/-" Certification. Where placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they- shall be removed and the natural grade restored upon completion of the project. 3. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 4. For projects impacting waters classified by the NC Environmental Management Commission as Trout (Tr), High Quality Waters (HQW), or Water Supply I or II (WSI, WSII) stormwater shall be directed to vegetated buffer areas, grass-lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site for the purpose of pretreating storm water runoff prior to discharging directly into streams. Mowing of existing vegetated buffers is strongly discouraged. 5. Unless otherwise approved in this certification, placement of culverts and other structures in open waters and streams shall be placed below the elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts with a diameter greater than 48 inches, and 20 percent of the culvert diameter for culverts having a diameter less than 48 inches, to allow low flow passage of water and aquatic life. Design and placement of culverts and other Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. November 19, 2010 ige Three structures including temporary erosion control measures shall not be conducted in a manner that may result in dis-equilibrium of wetlands or streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and down stream of the above structures. The applicant is required to provide evidence that the equilibrium is being maintained if requested in writing by NCDWQ. If this condition is unable to be met due to bedrock or other limiting features encountered during construction, please contact NCDWQ for guidance on how to proceed and to determine whether or not a permit modification will be required. 6. If multiple pipes or barrels are required, they shall be designed to mimic natural stream cross section as closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation and/or sills where appropriate. Widening the stream channel should be avoided. Stream channel widening at the inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage. 7. All work in or adjacent to stream waters shall be conducted in a dry work area. Approved BMP measures from the most current version of NCDOT Construction and Maintenance Activities manual such as sandbags, rock berms, cofferdams and other diversion structures shall be used to prevent excavation in flowing water. 8. The stream channel shall be excavated no deeper than the natural bed material of the stream, to the maximum extent practicable. Efforts must be made to minimize impacts to the stream banks, as well as to vegetation responsible for maintaining stream bank stability. Any applicable riparian buffer impact for access to stream channel shall be temporary and be revegetated with native riparian species. 9. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream, above and below the culverts, shall not be modified. Disturbed floodplains and streams shall be restored to natural geomorphic conditions. 10. Native riparian vegetation (e.g. rhododendron, dog hobble, willows, alders, sycamores, dogwoods, black walnut and red maple) must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing season following completion of construction. i 1. The use of rip-rap above the Normal High Water Mark shall be minimized. Any rip-rap placed for stream stabilization shall be placed in stream channels in such a manner that it does not impede aquatic life passage. 12. Rip-rap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly designed, sized and installed. 13. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channels in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the introduction of other pollutants into the stream. 14. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants,hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials. 15. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the permit drawings submitted for approval. 16. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 17. If concrete is used during construction, a dry work area shall be maintained to prevent direct contact between curing concrete and stream water. Water that inadvertently contacts uncured concrete shall not be discharged to surface waters due to the potential for elevated pH and possible aquatic life and fish kills. 18. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel, except where authorized by this certification. 19. All fill slopes located in jurisdictional wetlands shall be placed at slopes no flatter than 3:1, unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 20. During the construction of the project, no staging of equipment of any kind is permitted in waters of the U.S., or protected riparian buffers. 21. The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary located within the construction corridor approved by this authorization shall be clearly marked by highly visible fencing prior to any land disturbing activities. Impacts to areas within the fencing are prohibited unless otherwise authorized by this certification. .;L. The permittee and its authorized agents shall conduct its activities in a manner consistent with State water quality standards (including any requirements resulting from compliance with §303(d) of the Clean Water Act) and any other appropriate requirements of State and Federal law. If NCDWQ determines that such standards or laws are not being Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. November 19, 2010 Page Four met(including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use)or that State of Federal law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to assure compliance,NCDWQ may reevaluate and modify this certification. 23. A copy of this Water Quality Certification shall be maintained on the construction site at all times. In additions,the Water Quality Certification and all subsequent modifications, if any, shall be maintained with the Division Engineer and the on-site project manager. 24. The issuance of this certification does not exempt the Permittee form complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (i.e. local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable buffer rules, stormwater management rules, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements, etc. 25. The Permittee shall report any violations of this certification to the Division of Water Quality within 24-hours of discovery. 26. Upon completion of the project (including any impacts at associated borrow or waste sites), the NCDOT Division Engineer shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of Completion Form" to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been completed. Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. This Certification shall become null and void unless the above conditions are made conditions of the Federal 404 and/or Coastal Area Management Act Permit. This Certification shall expire upon the expiration of the 404 or CAMA permit. If this Certification is unacceptable to you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within sixty(60) %- days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification,you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty(60)days following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made,this Certification shall be final and binding. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Mr.Mike Parker of the Asheville Regional Office at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, oleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Lori Beckwith,USACE,Asheville Field Office Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle, Roadside Environmental Dave McHenry,NCWRC Transportation Permitting Unit Asheville Regional Office 20080762V.2(Setzer)NC Highway 294 Widening and Realignment RCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Lathe Brogden Pleasant View Subdivision 10 Melody Lane Horse Shoe,NC 28739 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2010-PC-0913 Incident Closure Henderson County Dear Mr. Brogden: I conducted a site visit on November 5, 2010 to inspect the results of the sediment removal efforts you undertook. The results observed at the site have satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in the subject Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this issue or other water quality items, please contact me at (828) 296-4664 or chuck.cranfordAncdenr.gov. Sincerely, f gip' Chuck Cranford Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection Section cc: John Hennessy—NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit ARO File Copy S:\SWP\Henderson\Complaints\Pleasant View\CLO.11.18.10.doe SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 19, 2010 Mr. Robert C. Schwebke RCS Properties 4501 Tynecastle Highway-Box 7 Banner Elk, North Carolina 28604 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0170 Permit No. NCO062961 Tynecastle WWTP Avery County Dear Mr. Schwebke: A review of Tynecastle WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Total Suspended Residue Week ending 06/05/2010 Weekly Failure to Monitor It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off inadvertently, please send an amended DMR within 10 business days of receipt of this letter to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, hv.Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files -�� DWQ Central Files Water Quality Lab & Operations/ ORC 3.1SW PiAverylt�VastewaterltJi iriorsl,y iiec;�astie 62 J611NC?V-2010-MV-0170.cioc NoAhCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 ,�,; �_i __ __ __ KbENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 19, 2010 Mr. Robert A. Nass Skyline Lodge &Village P.O .Box 244 Deland, Florida 32721-0529 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0419 Permit No. NCO036692 Skyline Lodge &Village WWTP Macon County Dear Mr. Nass: A review of Skyline Lodge &Village WWTP's monitoring report for May 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 05/04/10 45 mg/I 46 mg/I Daily Maximum Concentration Exceeded It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, i. t`r• e °`-Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Y Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Environmental Inc./ORC One S:1SWPtMaconlWastewater\Minors\Skyline Lodge 366921NOV-2010-LV-0419.doc NorthCarolina Natwmily North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 ho e(828)299-7043 1 877-62 Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org ��.j �:i NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Lathe Brogden Pleasant View Subdivision 10 Melody Lane Horse Shoe,NC 28739 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2010-PC-0913 Incident Closure Henderson County Dear Mr. Brogden: I conducted a site visit on November 5, 2010 to inspect the results of the sediment removal efforts you undertook. The results observed at the site have satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in the subject Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this issue or other water quality items, please contact me at (828) 296-4664 or chuck.cranfordgncdenr.gov. Sincerely Chuck Cranford Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection Section cc: John Hennessy—NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit ARO File Copy S:\SWP\Henderson\Complaints\Pleasant View\CLO.11.18.10.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S,Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 No hCar oli la Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ahi al/y An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer /. _ �.�i.: i Ae NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Randy Jameson,Vice President Ingles Market#179 of Hendersonville,NC P.O. Box 6676 Asheville,NC 28816 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation Response and Sediment Removal Plan Approval Ingles Market#179 of Hendersonville,NC NOV-2010-PC-1039 Henderson County Dear Mr. Jameson: The Division of Water Quality received correspondence from Land Planning Associates, Inc. on October 28, 2010, in response to the NOV noted above. The proposal includes the removal of sediment from an unnamed tributary to Wolf Pen Creek. The remedial actions presented in the response have been found satisfactory and are approved. Activities involved in this approved plan, as well as submittal of the final report, are to be completed within thirty(30) days of this approval letter. Please provide notification when the work has been scheduled. Contact me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Chuck Cranford Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection cc: ARO File Copy Tim Fox—Henderson County John D. Cox - Land Planning Associates, Inc. 110 West 1 st Avenue, Suite A Easley, SC 29640 S:\SWP\Henderson\Stormwater\NCG01 Construction\Ingles_64E\APRVL.11.18.10.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org �aturallry An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer 1 RCDENR" North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Arthur J. Kepes, Executive Vice President Marion Retail Inv. LLC 1415 Stuart Engals Boulevard Mount Plesant, South Carolina 29646 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement Grandview Station/Marion Super Wa1Mart Incident Closure McDowell County Dear Mr. Kepes: The Division of Water Quality(DWQ)performed a sediment clean-up inspection on November 18, 2010 at the Grandview Station development project. The efforts taken on-site resolve the stream standard violation identified during the site inspection performed on September 28, 2010. This letter in no way precludes this Office for taking action on this or any other violation. Violations are subject to civil penalty assessment of up to $25,000.00 per day for each violation. Should you have any questions regarding these matters, please contact Kevin Barnett at (828) 296-4657. Sinc % 1 IF evin Barnett, Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection Section cc: Mr. Garner, S&ME (Electronic Copy) Rebecca Farver, EPA Region IV (Electronic Copy) ARO File Copy SS:\SWP\McDowell\401s\Non-DOT\MarionWalMartSuperCenter\NOV Closure.1 1-19-2010.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org aturally An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer i_ �%- m 70LA. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Roger and Donna Turner 661 Crow Woods Drive Bostic,NC 28018 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2010-SS-0029 Incident Closure Rutherford County Dear Mr. and Mrs. Turner: As you know, I conducted a site visit on November 9, 2010 to inspect the results of the sediment removal efforts you undertook. The results observed at the site have satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in the subject Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this issue or other water quality items,please contact me at(828) 296-4664 or chuck.cranfordnncdenr.gov. Sincerely, 'f Chuck Cradord Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection Section cc: ARO File Copy S:\SWP\Rutherford\Complaints\Turner Chicken Farm\CLO.11.18.10.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Natoy+u//` `iff An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer PIMA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins .Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Geoffrey And Dorothy Kinsey 5439 Turnpike Rd Horse Shoe,NC 28742 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2010-OP-0028 Incident Closure Henderson County Dear Mr. and Mrs. Kinsey: I conducted a site visit on November 5, 2010 to inspect the results of the efforts you undertook to remove the fill material of a dam you constructed. The results observed at the site have satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in the subject Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Should you have any questions regarding this issue or other water quality items,please contact me at(828) 296-4664 or chuck.cranfordkncdenr.gov. Sincerely, v Chuck Cranford Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection Section cc: John Hennessy—NPS Assistance and Compliance Oversight Unit ARO File Copy S:\S WP\Henderson\Complaints\KinseyPond\CLO.11.18.10.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NofthCarohna Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 / I, Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ; �}aturallJL1 An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer `�_i -___ __ _. 474 , NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 19, 2010 Mr. Gregory A. Ward Trillium Links &Village LLC P.O. Box 2644 Cashiers, North Carolina 28717 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0420 Permit No. NCO059200 Trillium Links &Village LLC WWTP Jackson County Dear Mr. Ward: A review of Trillium Links &Village LLC's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type BOD, 5-Day (20 Deg. C) - 06/03/10 7.5 mg/I 8.5 mg/I Daily Maximum Concentration Exceeded -' BOD, 5-Day(20 Deg. C) - 06/08/10 7.5 mg/I 8 mg/I Daily Maximum Concentration I I Exceeded It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant"when in fact it should have been marked "Non-Compliant"with an explanation for the non-compliance. The"Monthly Limit" column at the bottom of the June 2010 DMR has BOD listed as"10mg/I monthly and 15mg/I"daily. Your NPDES Permit states: BOD limits for 4/1 thru 10/31 are 5.0mg/I monthly and 7.5mg/I daily, and 11/1 thru 3/31 are 10mg/I monthly and 15mg/I daily. Please make the appropriate corrections on future DMRs. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 8281296-4500. Sincerely, ,Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files RPB Systems/ORC S:\SWP\,lacksonlWastewaterlMinors\Trillium Links&Village 59200\NOV-2010-LV-0420.eloc IVcorthCarolina Adura!!y North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Ali NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary November 19, 2010 Mr.Don Mason Harrison Construction Co. Division of APAC/Waynesville Quarry P.O. Box 449 Franklin,NC 28744 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2010-PC-0832 Incident Closure Haywood County Dear Mr. Mason: The Division of Water Quality(DWQ) reviewed the information you submitted in response to the July 8, 2010 NOV and conducted a follow-up site visit October 28, 2010, related to the Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2010-PC-0832. Harrison's written response and the results observed at the site have satisfactorily resolved the violations noted in the subject Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement. This letter also serves to release Harrison Construction from the monthly analytical monitoring requirement(that was required via Table I of the NOV). The Division appreciates Harrison's efforts to address the issues noted in the NOV in such a timely fashion. This letter in no way precludes this Office for taking action on this or any other violation. Violations are subject to civil penalty assessment of up to $25,000.00 per day for each violation. Should you have any questions regarding these matters, please contact Susan A. Wilson at (828)296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards,Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office cc: Central Files DLR/ARO Ken Pickle, DWQ/SWPU (e-copy) Susan Massengale,DWQ/PIO (e-copy) ARO File Copy S:\SWP\Haywood\Stormwater\NCG02 Mining\HarrisonQuanyNCG020248\NOV Closure Harrison Quarry 11 2010.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NOrthCarolina. Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 a ���C�y��//� Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org v�/ ` L " An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer "r th HCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 22,2010 Mr. J.J. Swain,Jr.,P.E. Division 13 Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation Post Office Box 3279 Asheville,North Carolina 28802 Subject: Inspection-US Highway 221 DWQ Project 08-1809 Individual Certification No.3784 TIP Nos.R-2233A Rutherford County Dear Mr. Swain: On November 8, 2010, 1 inspected the construction work on the US Highway 221Project in Rutherford County. Construction continues along most of the project with grading, culvert construction and work on the new Broad River Bridge. Please ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and seeding and mulching are performed as required to protect State surface waters. Also,please refer to the attached inspection report for any specific items noted during the inspection. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, W� Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Brian C. Skeens,PE Roger Bryan, Division 13,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office US Highway 221 November 2010 Inspection Letter SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-7043 One Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NofthCarollna Internet:www.ncwaterouality.org Naturiall J An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer i �J// DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Field Sheet DWQ representative:f Michael R.Parker —� Date: November 8,2010 County: Buncombe Region: Asheville —� DOT Division: Division 13 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 20081809 = NW Permit#. IP#: 1 3784 Project Name: TIP No.R-2233A Location of Project: The project is located on US Highway 221 approximately 3 miles south of the intersection of US Highway 74 and US Highway 221 in Rutherford County. Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no,estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Quality Concerns(DWO): X❑ Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert X❑ Turbidity ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Evidence of spills ❑ Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑ Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑ Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑ Buffer Impacts(see below) ❑Buffer Restoration ❑ Other X❑Bank Stabilization_ X❑ Other Fill Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes ❑no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres I ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Est Linear feet —� Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman []Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes [:]No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Broad River,Floyds Creek Basin/Subbasin: BRD 030802 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated ❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA MCA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X❑0 1/10t'acre ❑1/11t'to 1/3`d acre 0.02 acres ❑1/3`d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet 2,686 linear feet Construction is underway on most of the project. Construction is continuing for culverts and at the new Broad River Bridge. Construction waste such as steel and wood should be removed from the island at the new Broad River Bridge. Upstream of the culvert at Site 9,near Station 260+00,the graded area needs to be seeded and matted and sediment should be removed from the stream downstream of the same culvert. The sediment should be removed by hand and not by mechanical equipment. All other areas of the project appeared to be in good condition. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and mulching as required. R2233A Inspection Report November 2010 NCDE IR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 22,2010 Swain County TIP No.R-5118 DWQ Project 20100943 NCSR 1323 (Slope Street) Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. Division 14 Engineer North Carolina Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina,28779 Dear Mr. Setzer: You have our approval, in accordance with the conditions listed below,for the following impacts in Bryson Branch for the purpose of widening, installing curb and gutter and sidewalk along NCSR 1323 (Slope Street)in Swain County: Stream Im acts in the Little Tennessee River Basin Site Streambank Temporary Permanent Temporary Total Stream Stabilization in Impacts in Fill in Impacts in Stream Impacts Perennial Intermittent Perennial Perennial Impact Requiring Stream Stream Stream Stream (linear ft) Mitigation (linear ft) linear ft linear ft) linear ft linear ft Site 1 0 0 12 100 112 0 Site 2 10 10 10 0 10 0 Total 10 0 12 100 122 0 Total Permanent Stream Impacts for Project: 22 lin.ft.Total Temporary Stream Impacts for Project: 100 linear ft. The project should be constructed in accordance with your application dated November 2, 2010(received November 12, 2010), including the environmental commitments made in the application letter. After reviewing your application, we have decided that these impacts are covered by General Water Quality Certification No. 3820, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Number 14. In addition,you should acquire any other federal, state or local permits before you proceed with your project including(but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control,Non-Discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations. This approval is valid solely for the purpose and design described in your application(unless modified below). Should your project change,you must notify the DWQ and submit a new application. If the property is sold,the new owner must be given a copy of this Certification and approval letter, and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project(now or in the future)exceed one acre,or if total impacts to streams(now or in the future)exceed 150 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h)(6)and (7). For this approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional `auditions listed below. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarollna Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 // Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org �atura!!y An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer Mr.J.B. Setzer,P.E. November 22,2010 Page Two Condition(s)of Certification: 1. There shall be no excavation from, or waste disposal into,jurisdictional wetlands or waters associated with this permit without appropriate modification. Should waste or borrow sites, or access roads to waste or borrow sites, be located in wetlands or streams, compensatory mitigation will be required since that is a direct impact from road construction activities. 2. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters unless otherwise approved by this Certification. Where placement of sediment and erosion control devices in wetlands and waters is unavoidable,they shall be removed and the natural grade restored upon completion of the project. 3. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards: a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual. b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits associated with the project. c. For borrow pit sites, the erosion and sediment control measures must be designed, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the North Carolina Surface Mining Manual. . d. The reclamation measures and implementation must comply with the reclamation in accordance with the requirements of the Sedimentation Pollution Control Act. 4. Unless otherwise approved in this certification, placement of culverts and other structures in open waters and streams shall be placed below the elevation of the streambed by one foot for all culverts with a diameter greater than 48 inches, and 20 percent of the culvert diameter for culverts having a diameter less than 48 inches, to allow low flow passage of water and aquatic life. Design and placement of culverts and other structures including temporary erosion control measures shall not be conducted in a manner that may result in dis-equilibrium of wetlands or streambeds or banks, adjacent to or upstream and down stream of the above structures. The applicant is required to provide evidence that the equilibrium is being maintained if requested in writing by NCDWQ. If this condition is unable to be met due to bedrock or other limiting features encountered during construction,please contact NCDWQ for guidance on how to proceed and to determine whether or not a permit modification will be required. 5. If multiple pipes or barrels are required, they shall be designed to mimic natural stream cross section as closely as possible including pipes or barrels at flood plain elevation and/or sills where appropriate. Widening the stream channel should be avoided. Stream channel widening at the inlet or outlet end of structures typically decreases water velocity causing sediment deposition that requires increased maintenance and disrupts aquatic life passage. 6. All work in or adjacent to stream waters shall be conducted in a dry work area. Approved BMP measures from the most current version of NCDOT Construction and Maintenance Activities manual such as sandbags, rock berms, cofferdams and other diversion structures shall be used to prevent excavation in flowing water. 7. The stream channel shall be excavated no deeper than the natural bed material of the stream, to the maximum extent practicable. Efforts must be made to minimize impacts to the stream banks, as well as to vegetation responsible for maintaining stream bank stability. Any applicable riparian buffer impact for access to stream channel shall be temporary and be revegetated with native riparian species. - 8. The dimension, pattern and profile of the stream, above and below the crossing, shall not be modified. Disturbed !,— floodplains and streams shall be restored to natural geomorphic conditions. Mr.J.B. Setzer,P.E. _.,November 22, 2010 ,Wage Three 9. Native riparian vegetation (e.g. rhododendron, dog hobble, willows, alders, sycamores, dogwoods, black walnut and red maple) must be reestablished within the construction limits of the project by the end of the growing season following completion of construction. 10. The use of rip-rap above the Normal High Water Mark shall be minimized. Any rip-rap placed for stream stabilization shall be placed in stream channels in such a manner that it does not impede aquatic life passage. 11. Rip-rap shall not be placed in the active thalweg channel or placed in the streambed in a manner that precludes aquatic life passage. Bioengineering boulders or structures should be properly designed, sized and installed. 12. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channels in. order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the introduction of other pollutants into the stream. 13. All mechanized equipment operated near surface waters must be regularly inspected and maintained to prevent contamination of stream waters from fuels, lubricants,hydraulic fluids, or other toxic materials. 14. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the permit drawings submitted for approval. 15. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 16. If concrete is used during construction, a dry work area shall be maintained to prevent direct contact between curing concrete and stream water. Water that inadvertently contacts uncured concrete shall not be discharged to surface waters due to the potential for elevated pH and possible aquatic life and fish kills. 17. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel, except where authorized by this certification. -18. All fill slopes located in jurisdictional wetlands shall be placed at slopes no flatter than 3:1, unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 19. During the construction of the project, no staging of equipment of any kind is permitted in waters of the U.S., or protected riparian buffers. 20. The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary located within the construction corridor approved by this authorization shall be clearly marked by highly visible fencing prior to any land disturbing activities. Impacts to areas within the fencing are prohibited unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 21. A copy of this Water Quality Certification shall be maintained on the construction site at all times. In addition, the Water Quality Certification and all subsequent modifications, if any, shall be maintained with the Division Engineer and the on-site project manager. 22. The permittee and its authorized agents shall conduct its activities in a manner consistent with State water quality standards(including any requirements resulting from compliance with §303(d) of the Clean Water Act)and any other appropriate requirements of State and Federal law. If NCDWQ determines that such standards or laws are not being met(including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use)or that State of Federal law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to assure compliance,NCDWQ may reevaluate and modify this certification. 23. The issuance of this certification does not exempt the Permittee form complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies (i.e. local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable buffer rules, stormwater management rules, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements,etc. 24. The Permittee shall report any violations of this certification to the Division of Water Quality within 24-hours of discovery. 25. Upon completion of the project (including any impacts at associated borrow or waste sites), the NCDOT Division Engineer shall complete and return the enclosed "Certification of Completion Form" to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been completed. Mr.J.B. Setzer,P.E. November 22,2010 Page Four i Violations of any condition herein set forth may result in revocation of this Certification and may result in criminal and/or civil penalties. This Certification shall become null and void unless the above conditions are made conditions of the Federal 404 and/or Coastal Area Management Act Permit. This Certification shall expire upon the expiration of the 404 or CAMA permit. If this Certification is unacceptable to you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within sixty(60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,Raleigh,N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification,you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty(60)days following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made,this Certification shall be final and binding. This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please telephone Mr. Mike Parker of the Asheville Regional Office at 828.296.4500. Sincerely, feX Sullins,Director Division of Water Quality cc: Lori Beckwith,USACE,Asheville Field Office Mark Davis, Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Dave McHenry,NCWRC Transportation Permitting Unit Asheville Regional Office 100943(Setter)NCSR 1323 R-5118 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 22,2010 Mr. J.B. Setzer,P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection NCSR 1783 Upward Road DWQ Project 08-1327 TIP No.R-4430 Henderson County Dear Mr. Setzer: On November 4, 2010, I inspected the construction work on Upward Road between US Highway 176 and Howard Gap Road in Henderson County. Construction work continues at various places along Upward Road and work on the culvert near US Highway 176 is progressing. Sediment and erosion control measures appeared to be in good condition. Please ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and that seeding and mulching are performed as needed to protect downstream waters. Please refer to the attached copy of the inspection report for additional comments regarding the inspection. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Michael R.Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Aaron Powell Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office Upward Road R-4430 Inspection Letter November 2010 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-7043 TAT e 1 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 1�One Internet:www.ncwaterguality.orq An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Nahmaliff DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: November 4,2010 County: Henderson -� Region:I Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 08-1327 NW Permit#: 13, 12, 14 1P#: Project Name: Upward Road Widening Project R-4430 Location of Project: Upward Road(NCSR 1783)between US Highway 176 and Howard Gap Road Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Ouality Concerns(DWO): X❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert X❑Turbidity ❑ Bottomless Culvert ❑ Evidence of spills ❑ Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration X❑Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑Buffer Impacts (see below) ❑ Buffer Restoration ❑ Other X❑Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Estimated Acres ❑Zone 1 Est Acres 1 _7 ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation ❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Bat Fork Creek and tributaries,tributary to Dunn Creek and tributaries to King Creek Basin/Subbasin: French Broad 040302 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X❑0— 1/1 Oth acre ❑1/11t'to UP acre 0.1 acre ❑1/3rd to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet 891 linear feet Additional comments: Reviewed project with DOT staff. Seeding and/or matting should be performed as areas are graded. Maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. Construction work on the culvert is progressing on culvert near US 176. The stormwater control pond appears to be complete. Upward Road R-4430 Inspection November 2010 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality arly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman ,overnor Director Secretary November 22, 2010 Mr.J. B. Setzer, P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection US Highway 25 DWQ Project08-1754 TIP No.R-505 Henderson County Dear Mr. Setzer: On November 4, 2010, I inspected the construction work on US Highway 25 between Interstate 26 and NC Highway 225 in Henderson County. Most all of the work is taking place at the south end of the project. Review of the sediment and erosion control program found that the program appeared to be in good shape. Please ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and that seeding and mulching are performed as needed to protect downstream waters. Please refer to the attached copy of the inspection report for additional comments regarding the inspection. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Michael R.Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Aaron Powell Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office US 25 Inspection Letter November 2010 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-7043 One 1 1 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NofthCaxollna Internet:www.ncwaterauality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Naturally /�_. \�i. 1 _.___ DWO Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: November 4,2010� County: Henderson Region: I Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 —� Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑Other DWQ 401 #: 08-1754 NW Permit#: IP#: Project Name: U S Highway 25-I-26 Connector R-505 Location of Project: US Highway 25 from NC 225 near Zirconia to Interstate 26 in Henderson County Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no,estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Ouality Concerns(DWO): ❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert X❑ Turbidity ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Evidence of spills ❑Bottomless Arch ❑Oil/Petroleum X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration X❑Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑Buffer Impacts(see below) ❑Buffer Restoration ❑Other X❑Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Estimated Acres ❑Zone 1 Est Acres ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear W acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Laurel Creek,Green River,Bat Fork,King Creek,Freeman Creek, Lake Summit,Hill Branch,Jones Branch,Mill Creek,Laurel Branch, Jones Creek Basin/Subbasin: Broad 030501 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: []Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW X❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X❑0— 1/10''acre ❑1/1 Ith to 1/3rd acre ❑1/3rdto 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet 1,346 linear feet Additional comments: Most all of the construction is on the south end of the project. It appears that all major grading has been completed. Maintain all sediment and erosion control devices. Please continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. US Highway 25 Inspection November 2010 A LF."A f"A NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality ;verly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 22,2010 Mr.J.B. Setzer,P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection-US Highway 64 DWQ Project 08-0396 TIP No.A-0011 BB Clay County Dear Mr. Setzer: On November 10,2010,I inspected the construction work on US Highway 64 in Clay County and the project appears to be in compliance with the requirements of the 401 Certification. The erosion and sedimentation control structures,vegetative covering, and matting appear to be working properly. Please continue to ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and that seeding and mulching are performed as needed to protect downstream waters. A copy of the inspection report is attached to this letter. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Michael R.Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: W.Trent Anderson Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office (Setzer)US Highway 64 Inspection Letter November 2010 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-7043 One Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOrthCarohna Internet:www.ncwatercivality.org Naturally N An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer DWO Site Visits for DOT Protects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: November 10,2010 County: Clay Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 --� Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 08-0396 NW Permit#: IP#: Project Name: U S Highway 64 Widening A-0011 BB Location of Project: US 64 from east of Hiwassee River to east of NC Highway 175 in Clay County Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no,estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Ouality Concerns (DWO): ❑ Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation X❑ Culvert X❑ Turbidity ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Evidence of spills ❑Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑ Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑ Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration X❑Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑ Buffer Impacts (see below) ❑Buffer Restoration ❑ Other X❑ Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres I ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: I Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac _ Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Downing Creek,John Reese Branch,Byers Branch,Chatuge Lake and unnamed tributaries to Hiwassee River Basin/Subbasin: Hiwassee 040501 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: X❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X❑0— 1/10`"acre ❑1/11`h to 1/P acre ❑1/3rato 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre LJ Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Reviewed project with DOT staff. Grading and pipe work is continuing. Paving continues to progress from west to east. Sediment and erosion control structures appear to be working properly;however,some basins and sediment control structures are need of cleaning. Seed and/or matt areas that are needed. The waste area has been seeded and matted on the slopes. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. US Highway 64 Inspection November 2010 r NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 22, 2010 Mr. Chris Braund,Town Manager, Town of Lake Lure PO Box 255 Lake Lure, N.C. 28746 Subject: Technical Assistance Request Lake Lure WWTP, NPDES NCO025381 Rutherford County Dear Mr. Braund: The ARO (Asheville Regional Office) is in receipt of your memo of November 4, 2010 requesting `onsite Technical Assistance' for the subject WWTP.This office has conducted `Technical Assistance' at the Lake Lure WWTP previously in 2007 and in 2008, of which it appeared none of the recommendations/suggestions made were implemented. The intent of Technical Assistance is to find ways of more efficient and effective system operation, which will allow the system to achieve compliance with its NPDES permit and regulatory requirements. By enhancing WWTP system operations, we help eliminate permit violations and improve water quality and hopefully save in the cost of operation. Please note that `Technical Assistance' can be more than an `onsite'visit and data evaluation, it works best when "Data" is collected by the system and submitted to the WWTP Consultant in the Regional Office for evaluation, and then recommendations/suggestions are offered, which the WWTP implements or tries, and then collects data to determine progress. A summary of findings and evaluation of`data' submitted in your memo of November 4, 2010 is offered below. Data/System Review Jar testing data `ONLY' cover the usage of Alum and 50% strength Caustic (Sodium Hydroxide NaOH), there are no indications as what the 'dosage' is in mg/L (milligrams per liter or parts per million) of either the Alum or the Caustic, only "drops" are given, this needs to be converted to a dosage in order to make the best determination on what to feed. At one of the Technical Assistance visits conducted previously, PAC (Poly-Aluminum Chloride) was used in addition to Lime to supplement alkalinity. It offered some promising results, but the WWTP operator at that time did not implement `correct' feeding techniques. Another comment noted on the Jar Test reports, is the color and clarity of the Jars. An "orange color" is observed developing in the Jars, this is the "Iron" oxidizing out of solution during the test. There is no indication on any of the Jar Test data that Chlorine and/or Potassium Permanganate (KMn04) was added to 'oxidize' the Iron prior to the coagulant reaction. At one time `Chlorine' was added in the Influent to address the "Iron" issue at the WWTP. Has this changed? In order for the system to operate at its 'maximum' potential for a Physical/Chemical WWTP, ALL process(es) that can cause interference should be addressed. North Carolina Division of Water Quality,Asheville Regional Office Location:2090 U.S.Hwy.70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 27107 One Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 N6fthCarollina Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org ;Vaturallif An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer �l Yi Town of Lake Lure WWTP Permit#NC0025381 TA discussion,Page 2 of 2 It appears `every time' Technical Assistance is requested from Lake Lure discussions arise as to using 'aeration' to address incoming pollutants (such as Ammonia) or operating as a Biological system. Lake Lure is a "Physical/Chemical" WWTP and as such requires knowledge of and operational considerations with the same, it should be viewed as a "Water Plant". The use of aeration in the system may cause increased operational issues. During the retrofit of the WWTP, the chemical feed system was to operate on a 'demand' cycle, in that when the Influent pumps were on the coagulant chemical feed pumps were on. I don't know if this aspect was 'deleted' from the plans or not, but having this capability would allow for better coagulant feeding. Also, has there been any Influent monitoring for Ammonia and BOD to determine if there are incoming variations to the "load' placed on the WWTP? "Daily" (5 days/week) Influent monitoring of loading conditions (both Ammonia and BOD) along with 'daily Jar Test"would allow for making better coagulant feeding determinations. Also, the introduction of Potassium Permanganate and/or Chlorine to the influent would aid in treating the Ammonia and Iron. Has using Lime rather than Caustic been examined? In some instances 'Lime' aids in Iron and Ammonia removal, but it does increase sludge production. Have there been any determinations as to the amount of sludge the process is creating, and if it's causing any detrimental effects? Are there any `side streams' to the system? This could occur from the 'decant' from the solids digester/holding tank into the settling basin. Normally, digester/holding tank decant water is very high in Ammonia and Iron, and will cause operational difficulty if added to the system downstream of the influent. All side stream(s) from solids processing and skimming need to be piped to the Influent. It is also suggested that a 'pre-treat' coagulant and 'oxidizer', either chlorine bleach or potassium permanganate, be added to the Influent Pump station "discharge" line and the capability of 'on-demand' chemical feed be implemented. This would allow for the Ammonia AND the Iron to be addressed prior to entering the WWTP and should improve overall operations. Suggestions/Recommendations It is suggested the Town of Lake Lure have a copy of the 'TA' report from Fred Summers with NCRWA (North Carolina Rural Water) sent to the ARO for review. Also, it is suggested the Town conduct a 'Trend'analysis of ALL data collected in order to see what the most effective coagulant dosage is, the most effective alkalinity supplement is, and if different coagulants, alkalinity supplements, and/or chlorine or potassium permanganate need to be used at the WWTP. This information can be submitted electronically to the ARO WWTP Consultant, at which time it will be reviewed and operational ideas suggested. Please find attached information on 'Chemical Precipitation' and conducting 'Jar Test'. If there are questions or additional information is needed regarding system operation, chemical feeding, or there is a permit question, please let me know. Sincerely, �1�4�),/e� Donald R. Price, CET WWTP Consultant Attachments: CC: ARO - SWP James and James, Lake Lure ORC Brown Consultants ... L4 A wra .� NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 22, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL ___ RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2021 'Mr. David A. Plummer, Senior Environmental Associate T A Operating LLC 24601 Center Ridge Road Westlake, Ohio 44145-5634 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO085952 T A Operating LLC Candler Travel Center WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0380 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Plummer: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$417.00 ($350.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against T A Operating LLC. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by T A Operating LLC for the month of June 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0085952. The violations which occurred in June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that T A Operating LLC violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO085952 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region,hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against T A Operating LLC: NorthCarohna NatNrallrf SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0085952, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for BOD - Conc. 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0085952, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for BOD-Conc. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $100.00 NC0085952, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for NH3-N- Conc. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0085952,by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for NH3-N- Conc. $350.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $417.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 14313- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State, to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice, you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative hearing and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5_) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax)or electronic mail by an attached file (with restrictions) -provided the signed original, one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within seven(7)business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919)431-3000 Fax: (919) 431-3100 One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions, please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/DWQ Enforcement Files w/attachments James & James Environmental/ORC w/attachments 1 S:?S MIT uncnmbe�tl`asteraicr`A-4tnurs?C'tutd lei 'T'ravel Center 15952\F..:V-2010-0380.t1a7c JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0380 County: Buncombe Assessed Party: TA Travel Operating LLC/Candler Travel Permit No.: NC0085952 Amount Assessed: $417.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c),remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 143B-282.1(b)were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF BUNCOMBE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS TA OPERATING LLC/CANDLER TRAVEL ) PERMIT NO. NCO085952 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0380 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $417.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 22, 2010,the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE a a w w w z E d m O m m GI E `m E O m T T T L T = a z O _U' �F Cl) O ui 0: C O J M N N W W QO (0 n n n J J7 CqN Vjco J Q U d O J ri tf) N Q e 3 m w LL M O:) - c z Q E E E E O O� 0 o 0 M O I- J o Z Ntp ❑ T T T T W = 1 > w Y Y Y Y 4) ai LL� O m 0 O O O O Q D ~~ N M r M z 0❑ O O O O c Q U N C d U d lz c c W r_ c� U U W U U V OC ❑ cn of C Q O O = _ w a m m z z U z c c c c J Q 3 > > > U U W W W W Q O U. J J FALL-a 0 0 0 0 O N 0) ZF LO RW O O o 0 G y 00 0 0 0 0 G 0 !=0. N N N N 0 Z W (D c0 c0 co Z 0� F- 0 SR O Q O O O N a = z (�; 6 J a c» cli NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 23,2010 Mr. J.J. Swain,Jr.,P.E. Division 13 Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation Post Office Box 3279 Asheville,North Carolina 28802 Subject: Inspection-US Highway 221 DWQ Project 09-0403 TIP No.4261 NCSR 1520(Rock Road) Rutherford County Dear Mr. Swain: On November 8, 2010, I inspected the construction work on TIP Project No. B-4261,NCSR 1520(Rock Road) in Rutherford County. The culvert and bridge have been completed and grading at the bridge site was underway. Please ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and seeding and mulching are performed as required to protect State surface waters. Also,please refer to the attached inspection report for any specific items noted during the inspection. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, f Michael R.Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Brian C. Skeens,PE Roger Bryan,Division 13,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office B4261 NCSR 1520 November 2010 Inspection Letter SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-7043 One Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NofthCarOlina Internet:www.ncwaterauality.org Naturally An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer �, ,� '�i ,_. \`, �-.. �,; DWO Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: November 8,2010 County: Buncombe 7771 Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 13 7771 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 20090403 NW Permit#: IP#: Project Name: TIP No.B4261 Location of Project: The project is located on NCSR 1520 over Cathey's Creek and an unnamed tributary to Cathey's Creek. Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Ouality Concerns(DWO): X❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation - X❑ Culvert X❑Turbidity ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑ Evidence of spills ❑Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration ❑Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑ Buffer Impacts(see below) ❑ Buffer Restoration ❑ Other X❑ Bank Stabilization X❑ Other Fill Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes ❑no Estimated Acres ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres I ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: - I Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ]Tar-Pam —]Randleman [-]Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Cathey's Creek and an unnamed tributary to Cathey's Creek Basin/Subbasin: BRD 030802 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated ❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB ❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I X❑WS-IV ❑SA X❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: X❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/l0d'acre ❑1/l ld'to 1/3rd acre ❑1/3rd to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: X❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet The culvert and bridge have been completed the grading work is taking place. Sediment and erosion control structures appear to be in good shape. , Continue to maintain erosion control devices and seed and mulch areas as required. B-4261 NCSR 1520 Inspection Report November 2010 AL NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources - Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 23,2010 Mr.J.B. Setzer,P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection TIP No. B-3335 NCSR 1134(Joyce Kilmer Road) Graham County Dear Mr. Setzer: On November 18,2010,I inspected the construction work on Bridge No. 70 on North Carolina Secondary Road 1134(Joyce Kilmer Road)in Graham County. Sediment was observed in the river below the sediment bag which was located on the east bank of the Cheoah River. It appeared that rock dust was being lost into the river from the silt bag from the pumping of wastewater during rock excavation. Additional sediment removal measures are required to keep this material out of the Cheoah River. Continue to ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are maintained and working properly and that seeding and mulching are performed as needed to protect downstream waters. Please refer to the attached copy of the inspection report for additional comments. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Michael R.Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: W. Trent Anderson Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Lori Beckwith,USACE-Asheville Field Office Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office (Setzer)B-3335 NCSR 1134 Inspection Letter November 2010 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-7043 One Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 —NQ C arotin 1-- -- Internet:www.ncwateraualitv.or4 �RtlfrR�jl� An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Yi` j \j_.. \� /_ , \._� __ __._.. DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: November 18,2010 County: Graham Region: Asheville DOT Division: I Division 14 -� Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑Other DWQ 401 #: NW Permit#: 23 and 33 Il'#: Project Name: Replacement of Bridge No.70 TIP No.3335 Location of Project: NCSR 1134 approximately 5 miles north of the Town of Robbinsville below the Dam on Santeetlah Lake. Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Quality Concerns(DWQ): X❑Bridge ❑ Steam Standards Violation ❑ Culvert X❑ Turbidity ❑Bottomless Culvert ❑Evidence of spills ❑Bottomless Arch ❑ Oil/Petroleum ❑ Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization ❑ Solid Waste ❑ Spoil Pile ❑ Failed E& S control measures ❑Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts ❑ Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑ Stream Restoration X❑Fill ❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑Buffer Impacts(see below) ❑Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑Bank Stabilization ❑ Other Additional Wetland Impacts: ❑yes X❑ no Estimated Acres ❑Zone 1 Est Acres ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Est Linear feet Estimated linear feet of impact: Buffer Impacts: ❑Neuse ❑Tar-Pam ❑Randleman ❑Catawba Zone 1: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Zone 2: ❑Yes ❑No Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: ❑Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Cheoah River Basin/Subbasin: Little Tennessee 040404 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout ❑WS-111 ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA RCA Type of Authorized Impact: []Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch ❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X00— 1/10`'acre ❑1/1 It'to 1/3`d acre ❑1/3rd to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: X❑< 150 linear feet ❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Reviewed project with Randy Barker with NCDOT.Contractor had placed causeway in Cheoah River and was working in middle of river for bridge footer. Wastewater from this area was being pumped to a silt bag which was located on the east bank of the river. There was however sediment(rock dust)in the shallows of the river below the silt bag. Changes should be made to this operation to stop the loss of sediment into the Cheoah River and this silt material in the river should be cleaned up. Mark Davis was made aware of this situation on November 19,2010. Please ensure that all necessary controls are in place to protect the Cheoah River. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. B-3335 NCSR 1134(Joyce Kilmer Road) WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 23, 2010 Van Ziegler Headwaters Trout Farms 26 Trout Haven Ln Balsam Grove NC 28708 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Shoal Creek of Headwaters Trout Farms Permit No: NCG530157 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Ziegler: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report from the inspection which conducted on October 21, 2010. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NCG530157. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 296-4500. Sincerely, ., Al rct.' .. Keith Haynes,,,, Envoronmental Sr. Specialist Enclosure cc: Central Files Asheville Files S:\SWP\Transylvania\Wastewater\General\NCG53 Trout Farms10157\10.21.10CEIlet.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 �►'1atu1, !`Y Internet:www.ncwatergualitv.org �/V �\ /\�� �f ��' _.. __..- _._. _ _.. United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. EPA Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057 Water Compliance Inspection Report Approval expires 8-31-98 �. Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e.,PCS) Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type 1 I NI 2 151 31 NCG530157 111 121 10/10/21 117 18I CI 19U 201 I Remarks -! 1— 2111111111 Jill 111111111IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -----------------------Reserved— --------- --- 67 69 70I I 71 UI 72I NI 73�74 751 I I I I I I 180 +--� Section B: Facility Data Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) 11:00 AM 10/10/21 09/09/04 Shoal Creek of Headwaters Trout Farms 26 Trout Haven Lane - Clinic Rd Facility Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Balsam Grove NC 28708 11:55 AM 10/10/21 12/07/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Van Blake Ziegler,26 Trout Haven Ln Balsam Grove NC No 26708//828-8B4-6221/82B8846967 Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Permit 0 Operations&Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review N Effluent/Receiving Waters Section D: Summary of Find in /Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Keith Haynes '/ ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Roger C Edwards tt ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ f/ 23bo/0 EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 Permit: NCG530157 Owner-Facility: Shoal Creek of Headwaters Trout Farms Inspection Date: 10/21/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation % Operations&Maintenance Yes No NA NE \ Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ n n n Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids,pH, DO,Sludge n ❑ ■ n Judge,and other that are applicable? Comment: The farm is normally very well maintained. Production for 2010 will be about 130,000 lbs. A normal year would be about 150,000 Ibs and a good year's production would be about 250,000 Ibs. Feed rate is about 25 tons about every three weeks. Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? n n ■ n Is the facility as described in the permit? n ❑ n #Are there any special conditions for the permit? ■ n ❑ n Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? n n 0 n Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? N ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: If a waste management BMP has not submitted for the farm, it should be done as soon as possible. Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? ■ ❑ ❑ n If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? n ❑ N ❑ Comment: Some flow was being diverted from the intake, thus downstream of the intake was not dry. Page# 3 T NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 23, 2010 Van Ziegler Headwaters Trout Farms 26 Trout Haven Ln Balsam Grove NC 28708 SUBJECT: . Compliance Evaluation Inspection Headwaters Trout Farms Permit No: NCG530158 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Ziegler: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the inspection which I conducted on October 21, 2010. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NCG530158. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 296-4500. Sincerely, Keith Hayn6s Environmental Sr. Specialist Enclosure cc: Central Files Asheville Files S:\SWP\Transylvania\Wastewater\General\NCG53 Trout Farms\0158\10.21.10CEiletter.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NorthCarohna Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Naturally Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org �/V United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. EP n Washington,D.C.20460 /"1 OMB No.2040-0057 Water Compliance Inspection Report Approval expires 8-31-98 Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e.,PCS) Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type 1 INI 2 ' SI 31 NCG530158 11 121 10/10/21 117 181�1 191 .cI 20� 1 s_ I Remarks J IJ J 2111IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA —- ---------------Reserved------------------ 67( 169 70 U 71�U 72(N I 73�74 751 1 I I 1_I I 180 Section B: Facility Data — Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) Headwaters Trout Farms 10:00 AM 10/10/21 09/09/04 26 Trout Haven Ln Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Balsam Grove NC 28708 10:50 AM 10/10/21 12/07/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Name,Address of Responsible Officiallritle/Phone and Fax Number Van Blake Ziegler,26 Trout Haven Ln Balsam Grove NC Contacted 28708//828-884-6221/8288846967 No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Permit 0 Operations&Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review 0 Effluent/Receiving Waters Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Keith Haynes rl ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ '1` I Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers ) Date Roger C Edwards ' ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 Permit: NCG530158 Owner-Facility: Headwaters Trout Farms Inspection Date: 10/21/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Operations&Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex:MLSS, MCRT,Settleable Solids,pH, DO,Sludge ❑ ❑ M ❑ Judge,and other that are applicable? Comment: There were two ponds and six raceways in operation. Stock is being moved to the Shoal Creek farm. Howard Brown will start contract operation of the farm soon. Due to low water flow and diseases, production was about 50,000 Ibs whereas normal production is 250,000 lbs. Feeding rate for the past year was about 15 Tons every three weeks. Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ #Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ❑ ❑ M 0 Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: If a Waste management BMP has not been submitted to this Office it should be done as soon as possible. Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ■ ❑ 0 ❑ Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? M ❑ ❑ ❑ If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ M ❑ Comment: The discharge goes into a polishing pond and appeared to be of very good quality entering the receiving stream. Page# 3 - I�4' WNW North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 23, 2010 Richard W Bragg H C 73 Box 659 Rosman NC 287729618 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Bragg Trout Farm Permit No: NCG530066 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Bragg: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report from the inspection which I conducted on October 21, 2010. The facility appeared to be in Compliance with permit NCG530066. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 296-4500. Sincerely, Keith Hayne Environmental Sr. Specialist Enclosure cc: Central Files Asheville Files SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL,OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NOrthCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterguality.orp �gtujg[`//y United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. EPA C Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057 CI- Water Compliance Inspection Report Approval expires 8-31-98 i Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e., PCS) _-Transaction Code---— -.NPDES---- _- - yr/mo/day- Inspection Type Inspector, FacType.-- 1 _j 2 ICI 3L Ncc530066 i11 12' l0/10/21 117 18`rl 191.al 20I I J L! Remarks J L! 21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA -------------------------Reserved--------------------- 67I 169 70' I 71 IU 72L 73I I 174 751 I I I I I I 180 Section B: Facility Data �— W Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) Bragg Trout Farm 12:10 PM 10/10/21 07/08/01 Old wagon Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Balsam Grove NC 28708 01:00 PM 10/10/21 12/07/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data JJ/ Richard Bragg//828-877-5574 / Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Richard W Bragg,H C 73 Box 659 Rosman NC 287729618//828-877-5574/ Contacted Yes Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Permit E Operations&Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review N Effluent/Receiving Waters Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Keith Haynes ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ � Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Dat Roger C Edwardsr- �c_ ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 3) NCG53022f I11 12I 10/10/21 I17 18IC� Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) Effluen wa igfilFyTLirbid-dueto�eeec'ing to ing pie atth-e time of theinspection -The discharge aia not appear to be causing visible problems with the receiving stream. If a waste management BMP has not been submitted, the permittee should do so as soon as possible. Page# 2 Permit: NCG530066 Owner-Facility: Bragg Trout Farm Inspection Date: 10/21/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Operations &Maintenance Yes No NA NE ----is the-plant generally-clean-with--acceptable-housekeeping? _ __ __ __ ■ Q-Q Q -- Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex:MLSS,MCRT, Settleable Solids,pH, DO,Sludge Q Q ■ Q Judge,and other that are applicable? Comment: Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? Q Q ■ Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ Q Q Q #Are there any special conditions for the permit? Q Q ■ Q Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? Q Q ■ Q Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ Q Q Q Comment: Page# 3 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 23, 2010 John Murry NC Wildlife Resources Commission PO Box 728 Pisgah Forest NC 28768 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery Permit No: NCG530079 Transylvania County Dear Mr. Murry: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report from the inspection which conducted on October 21, 2010. The facility appeared to be in Compliance with permit NCG530079. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call me at 296-4500. Sincerely, Keith Haynes Environmental Sr. Specialist enclosure cc: Central Files Asheville Files S:\SWP\Transylvania\Wastewater\General\NCG53 Trout Farms\0079\10-21-10CEIletter.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 One Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 NOrthCarolina Internet:www.ncwaterauality.ora N tut' II'm -- �,., , �_.__ ,��, `_j '��� __ _ - United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. EPA Washington,D.C.20460 OMB No.2040-0057 Water Compliance Inspection Report Approval expires 8-31-98 Section A: National Data System Coding(i.e., PCS) - --TransactionCode-----------------NPDES-.__ __ _ -yr/mo/day-__ __._ -Inspection Type _Inspector-_ -_FaaType-- 1 INI 2 LI 31 NCG530079 I11 121 10/10/21 117 18Icl 19IgI 201 Remarks U 21111111111111111111111111111111111111111111111116 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -------------------------Reserved-------------------- 67I 169 70I I 71' I 72I NI 73' ' 174 751 I I I I I I 180 Section B: Facility Data W Name and Location of Facility Inspected(For Industrial Users discharging to POTW,also include Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date POTW name and NPDES permit Number) Bobby N. Setzer State Fish Hatchery 02:10 PM 10/10/21 07/08/01 US Forest Service Rd 475-C Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Pisgah Forest NC 28768 02:40.PM 10/10/21 12/07/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Contacted John Murry,PO Box 728 Pisgah Forest NC 28768//828-877-3121/82888456 No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Facility Site Review Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) (See attachment summary) Name(s)and Signature(s)of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Keith Haynes , ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ `l", Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date Roger C Edwards ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ ah 3 Z0 -0 EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1 3� NCG530079 I11 12I 10/10/21 17 18LC \ \ Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) -Due to tha time of year,there was not a large number of fish on site. Stream flow was low;bu�some offie - — flow was bypassing the intake. The facility should be reinspected next spring/summer for further evaluation. Page# 2 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 30, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2038 Mr. Chris Braund, Town Manager Town of Lake Lure P.O. Box 255 Lake Lure,North Carolina 28746-0255 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation and Assessment of Civil Penalty for Violations of North Carolina General Statute (G.S.) 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit NCO025381 Town of Lake Lure Lake Lure WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0394 Rutherford County Dear Mr. Braund: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $1,067.00 ($1,000.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against the Town of Lake Lure. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by the Town of Lake Lure for the month of June 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0025381. The violations which occurred in June 2010 are summarized in Attachment A to this letter. Based upon the above facts, I conclude as a matter of law that the Town of Lake Lure violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO025381 and G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) in the manner and extent shown in Attachment A. In accordance with the maximums established by G.S. 143-215.6A(a)(2), a civil penalty may be assessed against any person who violates the terms, conditions or requirements of a permit required by G.S. 143-215.1(a). Based upon the above findings of fact and conclusions of law, and in accordance with authority provided by the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the Director of the Division of Water Quality, I, Roger C. Edwards, Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region, hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against the Town of Lake Lure: NorthCarolina Mu d,# SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 2997043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterauality.org 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. - $.00 NC0025381, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS - Conc. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $1,000.00 NC0025381, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for NH3-N- Conc. $1,000.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $1,067.00 TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Pursuant to G.S. 143-215.6A(c), in determining the amount of the penalty I have taken into account the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law and the factors set forth at G.S. 143B- 282.1(b), which are: (1) The degree and extent of harm to the natural resources of the State,to the public health, or to private property resulting from the violation; (2) The duration and gravity of the violation; (3) The effect on ground or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; (4) The cost of rectifying the damage; (5) The amount of money saved by noncompliance; (6) Whether the violation was committed willfully or intentionally; (7) The prior record of the violator in complying or failing to comply with programs over which the Environmental Management Commission has regulatory authority; and (8) The cost to the State of the enforcement procedures. Within thirty days of receipt of this notice,you must do one of the following: 1. Submit payment of the penalty: Payment should be made directly to the order of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (do not include waiver form). Payment of the penalty will not foreclose further enforcement action for any continuing or new violation(s). Please submit payment to the attention of: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 2. Submit a written request for remission or mitigation including a detailed justification for such request: Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) - occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Because a remission request forecloses the option of an administrative hearing, such a request must be accompanied by a waiver of your right to an administrative .,.;wring and a stipulation and agreement that no factual or legal issues are in dispute. Please prepare a detailed statement that establishes why you believe the civil penalty should be remitted, and submit it to the Division of Water Quality at the address listed below. In determining whether a remission request will be approved, the following factors shall be considered: (1) whether one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in NCGS 14313-282.1(b) was wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner; (2) whether the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation; (3) whether the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident; (4) whether the violator had been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; or (5) whether payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions. Please note that all evidence presented.in support of your request for remission must be submitted in writing. The Director of the Division of the Division of Water Quality will review your evidence and inform you of his decision in the matter of your remission request. The response will provide details regarding the case status, directions for payment, and provision for further appeal of the penalty to the Environmental Management Commission's Committee on Civil Penalty Remissions (Committee). Please be advised that the Committee cannot consider information that was not part of the original remission request considered by the Director. Therefore, it is very important that you prepare a complete and thorough statement in support of your request for remission. In order to request remission, you must complete and submit the enclosed"Request for Remission of Civil Penalties, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts"form within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. The Division of Water Quality also requests that you complete and submit the enclosed"Justification for Remission Request." Both forms should be submitted to the following address: Point Source Compliance/Enforcement Unit Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1617 OR 3. File a petition for an administrative hearing with the Office of Administrative Hearings: If you wish to contest any statement in the attached assessment document you must file a petition for an administrative hearing. You may obtain the petition form from the Office of Administrative Hearings. You must file the petition with the Office of Administrative Hearings within thirty(30) days of receipt of this notice. A petition is considered filed when it is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings during normal office hours. The Office of Administrative Hearings accepts filings Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., except for official state holidays. The petition may be filed by facsimile (fax)or electronic mail by an _ attached file (with restrictions) -provided the signed original,one (1) copy and a filing fee (if a filing fee is required by NCGS §'150B-23.2) is received in the Office of Administrative Hearings within seven(7)business days following the faxed or electronic transmission. You should contact the Office of Administrative Hearings with all questions regarding the filing fee and/or the details of the filing process. The mailing address and telephone and fax numbers for the Office of Administrative Hearings are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings 6714 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-6714 Tel: (919)431-3000 Fax: (919)431-3100 One (1)copy of the petition must also be served on DENR as follows: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel DENR 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1601 Failure to exercise one of the options above within thirty (30) days of receipt of this notice, as evidenced by an internal date/time received stamp (not a postmark), will result in this matter being referred to the Attorney General's Office for collection of the penalty through a civil action. Please be advised that additional penalties may be assessed for violations that occur after the review period of this assessment. If you have any questions,please contact Janet Cantwell of the Water Quality staff of the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, _ Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office ATTACHMENTS cc: DWQ Asheville Files w/attachments DWQ Central Files w/attachments Bob Guerra/DWQ Enforcement Files w/ attachments James & James Environmental/ORC w/attachments S';SGh'Iy`;Rutl�erf'eird `sist�water`, '(ur�icipal.t,;ke Lure lt`WTP 2538ITV-2010-0394.doc V , JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0394 County: Rutherford Assessed Party: Town of Lake Lure Permit No.: NC0025381 Amount Assessed: $1,067.00 Please use this form when requesting remission of this civil penalty. You must also complete the "Request For Remission, Waiver of Right to an Administrative Hearing, and Stipulation of Facts" form to request remission of this civil penalty. You should attach any documents that you believe support your request and are necessary for the Director to consider in evaluating your request for remission. Please be aware that a request for remission is limited to consideration of the five factors listed below as they may relate to the reasonableness of the amount of the civil penalty assessed. Requesting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) occurred or the accuracy of any of the factual statements contained in the civil penalty assessment document. Pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143B-282.1(c),remission of a civil penalty may be granted only when one or more of the following five factors applies. Please check each factor that you believe applies to your case and provide a detailed explanation, including copies of supporting documents, as to why the factor applies (attach additional pages as needed). (a) one or more of the civil penalty assessment factors in N.C.G.S. 14313-282.1(b)were wrongfully applied to the detriment of the petitioner (the assessment factors are listed in the civil penalty assessment document); (b) the violator promptly abated continuing environmental damage resulting from the violation (i.e., explain the steps that you took to correct the violation and prevent future occurrences); (c) the violation was inadvertent or a result of an accident(i.e., explain why the violation was unavoidable or something you could not prevent or prepare for); (d) the violator had not been assessed civil penalties for any previous violations; _ (e) payment of the civil penalty will prevent payment for the remaining necessary remedial actions (i.e., explain how payment of the civil penalty will prevent you from performing the activities necessary to achieve compliance). EXPLANATION: STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT—--- AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF RUTHERFORD IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS THE TOWN OF LAKE LURE ) PERMIT NO. NCO025381 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0394 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,067.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated November 30, 2010,the undersigned, desiring to seek remission of the civil penalty, does hereby waive the right to an administrative hearing in the above-stated matter and does stipulate that the facts are as alleged in the assessment document. The undersigned further understands that all evidence presented in support of remission of this civil penalty must be submitted to the director of the Division of Water Quality within thirty(30) days of receipt of the notice of assessment. No new evidence in support of a remission request will be allowed after(30) days from the receipt of the notice of assessment. This the day of , 20 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE w a a)a U xU 7F W W Z N N O ro ro G1 Q J Q Q _ L y C C Q n Z 0 O J 0 0 W W J p r J a U L F.. O m o t •F+ I{J IL 0= Z Za E E O U 'd• O M ` O } Q 7 O U Z O w Y cm > W 3 3 = J J X X U C & a �n r� w Q O Q I.- o `o Z Ja Q m On co 0 (w!9 > Q U a F•• i I j O M Y aa. z H N J Z _O �! ~ (1) CD V UO W W LL J ir J F IL o 0 _ O O O M No 0 _ �c. N N U O ZLU m m Z 0 o J 0 a E w o J a is * FAMA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary November 30, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2052 Mr. Glen Foster, Director, Global Environmental Tyco Electronics Corporation P. O. Box 3608 MS 140-42 Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17105 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION / NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-MV-0173 Permit No. NCO033227 Tyco Electronics Corporation WWTP Buncombe County Dear Mr. Foster: Your NPDES Permit# NCO033227 contains certain visitation, limits and monitoring requirements for each discharge outfall. A review of Outfall 002 and Outfall 003 has shown frequent lack of monitoring and accountability for time spent at each outfall. "Operator Arrival Time," "Operator Time on Site," "ORC on Site," "Flow," "pH,," "Temperature" and "TRC," (as required by your NPDES permit), have not been properly accounted for on the DMRs. Your permit is for a "Class II' facility and Outfalls 002 and 003 are classified as "Class II." As such, the ORC is required to visit the facility at least daily, excluding weekends and holidays. (This requirement can be found in your Permit# NCO033227 under Part 11, Section C.1.) This visitation has not been reflected on the DMRs. Monitoring frequency for Flow, pH, Temperature and TRC is required monthly. Please provide the proper visitation, sampling and monitoring information for Outfall 002 and Outfall 003 for DMRs beginning with June 2009 to the present and submit the amended DMRs to Raleigh at the address found on the front of your DMR with copies to this office within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter. NoAhCarolina Naturally North Carolina Division of Water Quoity 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 Mr. Glen Foster November 30, 2010 Page Two Failure to provide completed amended DMRs for the required visitation, sampling and monitoring data for Outfalls 002 and 003 could subject you to civil penalty enforcement. Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Bill Lyman/ Tyco Plant Manager James & James Environmental/ ORC S:\SWP\Buncombe\Wastewater\Industrial\Tyco Electronics Corp 33227\NOV-2010-MV-6173.doc