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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDWR SWP Read File ArchiveDec. 2010 A JL NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 1,2010 Jackson County DWQ Project 20100977 TIP No.B-4612 NCSR 1737(Caney Fork Road) Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions Mr.Kevin S.Rose Environmental Compliance Specialist Federal Highway Administration 21400 Ridgetop Circle Sterling,Virginia 20166-6511 Dear Mr. Rose: 'ou have our approval,in accordance with the conditions listed below,for the following impacts in Caney Fork Creek, -for the purpose of replacing Bridge No. 79,over Caney Fork Creek,on NCSR 1737(Caney Fork Road)in Jackson County: Stream Impacts in the Little Tennessee River Basin Site Permanent Bank Permanent Temporary Total Stream Fill in Stabilization Fill in Impacts in Stream Impacts Intermittent in Perennial Perennial Perennial Impact Requiring Stream (linear Stream Stream Stream (linear ft) Mitigation ft linear ft linear ft linear ft inear ft Total Site 0 96 77 110 110 0 Total 0 96 77 110 110 0 Total Permanent Stream Impacts for Project: 77 linear feet. Total Bank Stabilization Impacts for Project: 96 linear feet. Total Temporary Impacts for Project: 110 linear feet. All impacts will occur within a 110 linear feet section of Caney Fork Creek. Wetland Impacts in the Little Tennessee River Basin(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 1 0.0 0.0 1 0.00 0.0 1 0.0 0.01 Total 0.01 0.0 0.0 0.00 0.0 0.0 0.01 "otal Wetland Impact for Project: 0.09 acres. SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION-ASHEVILLEREGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Natmaliff Mr.Kevin S.Rose December 1,2010 Page Two The project should be constructed in accordance with your application dated November 18, 2010 (received November 19, 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. 3687, corresponding to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Nationwide Permit Number 3. 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. If 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. The permittee shall use/Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds/[15A NCAC 4B.0124(a)-(e)] in areas draining to trout waters. However, due to the size of the project,the FHWA shall not be required to meet 15A NCAC 4B.0124 (a)regarding the maximum amount of uncovered acres. Temporary cover(wheat,millet,or similar annual grain)or permanent herbaceous cover should be planted on all bare soil within 15 business days of ground disturbing activities, to provide erosion control. Tall fescue shall,not be used in the establishment of temp orary_or permanent groundcover within riparian areas. For the establishment of permanent herbaceous cover,erosion control matting shall be used in conjunction with appropriate native seed mix on disturbed soils within the riparian area and on disturbed steep slopes with the ,. Rose ar 1,2010 fhree following exception. Erosion control matting is not necessary if the area is contained by perimeter erosion control devices such as silt fence,temporary sediment ditches,basins,etc. Matting should be secured in place with staples, stakes, or wherever possible, live stakes of native trees. Erosion control matting placed in riparian areas shall not contain a nylon mesh grid,which can impinge and entrap small animals. For establishment of temporary groundcover within riparian areas,hydroseeding along with wood or cellulose based hydro mulch applied from a fertilizer-and lime-free tank is allowable at the appropriate rate in conjunction with the erosion control measures. Discharging hydroseed mixtures and wood or cellulose mulch into surface waters is prohibited. Riparian areas are defined as a distance 25 feet landward from top of stream bank. 5. In-stream work and land disturbance within the 25-foot buffer zone are prohibited during the trout-spawning season of October 15 through April 15 to protect the egg and fry stages of trout. 6. For projects impacting waters classified by the NC Environmental Management Commission as Trout(Tr),High Quality Waters(HQW), or Water Supply I or II(WS-I or WS-11)stormwater shall be directed to vegetated buffer areas,grass-lined ditches or other means appropriate to the site for the purpose of pretreating stormwater runoff prior to discharging directly into streams. Mowing of existing vegetated buffers is strongly discouraged. 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 post-construction removal of any temporary bridge structures must return the project site to its preconstruction contours and elevations. The impacted area shall be revegetated with appropriate native species. 9. 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. 0. No drill slurry or water that has been in contact with uncured concrete shall be allowed to enter surface waters. This water shall be captured,treated and disposed of properly. 11. Bridge piles and bents shall be constructed using driven piles (hammer or vibratory) or drilled shaft construction methods. More specifically,jetting or other methods of pile driving are prohibited without prior written approval from NCDWQ first. 12. All pile driving or drilling activities shall be enclosed in turbidity curtains unless otherwise approved by NCDWQ in this certification. 13. All bridge construction shall be performed form the existing bridge,temporary work bridges,temporary causeways or floating or sunken barges. If work conditions require barges, they shall be floated into position and then sunk. The barges shall not be sunk and then dragged into position. Under no circumstances should barges be dragged along the bottom of the surface water. 14. Bridge deck drains should not discharge directly into the streams. 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. 15. 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. 16. 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. 17 The use of riprap above the Normal High Water Mark shall be minimized. Any riprap placed for stream stabilization shall be placed in stream channels in such a manner that it does not impede aquatic life passage. 18. 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. 19. 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. .0. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the permit drawings submitted for approval Mr.Kevin S.Rose December 1,2010 Page Four 21.Discharging hydroseed mixtures and washing out hydroseeders and other equipment in or adjacent to surface waters is prohibited. 22. 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. 23. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel, except where authorized by this certification. 24. 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 FHWA and the on- site project manager. 25. All fill slopes located in jurisdictional wetlands shall be placed at slopes no flatter than 3:1, unless otherwise authorized by this certification. 26. 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. 27. 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. 28. 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. f 29. 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. 30. The Permittee shall report any violations of this certification to the Division of Water Quality within 24-hours of discovery. 31. Upon completion of the project,the FHWA shall complete and return the enclosed"Certificate of Completion Form" to notify NCDWQ when all work included in the §401 Certification has been completed. This form shall be returned to the Transportation Permitting Unit of the NC Division of Water Quality, 2321 Crabtree Blvd., Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604. 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. 't . - Rose ,x 1,2010 rive 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 J. B. Setzer,Division 14 Engineer Mark Davis,Division 14 DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental David McHenry,NCWRC Transportation Permitting Unit Asheville Regional Office 100977(Rose)Bridge No.79 NCSR 1737 North Carolina ,.rtment of Environment A Natural Resources Asheville Regional Office • Beverly Purdue,Governor Elaine F.Marshall,Secretary NCDENR Coleen H. Sullins,Director NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF Division of Water Quality ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES SURFACE WATER PROTECTION December 1st, 2010 MEMORANDUM TO: Andrea Thomas THROUGH: Orr Edwards FROM: J e Aaron SUBJECT: ARO Fecal Coliform Sampling for 2010 - During 2010 the Ambient Monitoring System identified four sites classified "B" waters in the French Broad River to have elevated fecal coliform numbers . The French Broad River at E1270000, E2730000, E4280000 and E4770000 showed elevated levels during the calendar year of 2009. In 2010, follow up "5 in 30" sampling was initiated to determine if standard 2B. 0219 (3b) was violated at four sites along the French Broad. The 2010 sampling on the French Broad River occurred from July 13, 2010 to August 12th for E2730000 and E4280000 . Sites E1270000 and E4770000 were 'sampled from October 12th through October 19, 2010 . There were no reports of any SSO' s reported during these time periods at any site however rainfall was not taken into account. All samples were analyzed at the Asheville Regional Office within 6 hours of collection time. E2730000 was the only site that violated the standard 2B. 0219 (3b) : fecal coliform not to exceed a geometric mean of 200/100 ml based upon at least five consecutive samples examined during any 30-day period and not to exceed the standard of 400/100 ml in more than 20 percent of the samples examined during such period. Summary Tables are provided below. One 2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Telephone 828-296-4500 FAX 828-296-7043 NorthCarolina An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer �atura!!r� Date E2730000 13-Jul 200 15-Jul 200 22-Jul 220 29-Jul 360 12-Aug 370 259 Date E4280000 13-Jul 110 15-Jul 41 22-Jul 180 29-Jul 380 12-Aug 100 " . i,! 12 5 Date E1270000 12-Oct 160 13-Oct 300 with B4 Qualifier 14-Oct 130 18-Oct 140 19-Oct 150 1"Mmag 167 Date E4770000 12-Oct 16 13-Oct 56 14-Oct 20 18-Oct 21 19-Oct 28 K, 25 2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Telephone 828-296-4500 FAX 828-296-7043 OneNorthCarolina An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer �aturall� RMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 2, 2010 Ms. Erin Gunder 2884 Bridlewood Drive Palm Harbor, FL 34683-2001 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification -Approval Gunder- Lake Glenville Shoreline Stabilization DWQ Project# 01-0082 ver2 Jackson County LTN02/Lake Glenville (Thorpe Lake)/2-79-23-(1)/WS-III, B, HQW Dear Ms. Gunder: 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 approximately 976 square feet(0.022 acres; i 22 linear feet of shoreline) 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 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: Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 one Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org NorthCarolma 'VltunaMy An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Ms.Gunder December 2,2010 Page 2 of 2 Amount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Reference Waters 0.022 (acres) As in application (boulder 122 linear feet wall with rip-rap below full pool—as specified in Duke Power Stabilization Guidelines) 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 Susan A. Wilson in the Asheville Regional Office at(828)296-4500. Sincerely,' Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHS/saw Enc: GC3693 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office Jackson County Planning Lisa Leatherman, Duke Energy/Lake Services File Copy SAS WP\Jackson\401s\Non-DOT\Gunder Prop-Lake Glenville\APRVL.Gunder.12 2010.doc A NCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director Dee Freeman Secretary December 2, 2010 Mr. Helmut J. Eichhorn 9350 Bluffwind Chase Roswell, GA 30076 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification-Approval Eichhorn Property—Shoreline Stabilization DWQ Project# 10-0938 Jackson County LTN02/Lake Glenville (Thorpe Lake)/2-79-23-(1)/WS-III, B, HQW Dear Mr. Eichhorn: 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 approximately 1250 square feet(0.029 acres; .:25 linear feet)of 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 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: Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One 828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOrt11CaT O�llla Internet:www.ncwaterquality,org �R'tllt'lx��lf An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr.Eichhom December 2,2010 Page 2 of 2 Amount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Reference Waters Approximately: Refer to application— 0.029 (acres) Appx. 2 foot high dry stack 125 linear feet (above full pool); rip- rap/native stone below full pool (in accordance with Duke Energy guidelines) 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 thej Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,please contact Susan A. Wilson in the Asheville Regional Office at(828)296-4500. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHS/saw Enc: GC3693 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office Lisa Leatherman, Duke Energy—Lake Services File Copy S:\SWP\Jackson\401s\Non-DOT\Eichhorn Property Lake Glenville\APRVL.Eichhorn Prop.12 2010.doc 1n rrw���. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 2, 2010 Mark Young, PE City of Morganton Post Office Box 3448 Morganton,NC 28680-3448 Subject: Activities Deemed Certified Grace Hospital—Sterling Street Extension. 105 Utility Relocation DWQ Project#2010-0897 Burke County CTB31 /East Prong Hunting Creek/ 11-36-1 /WSIV Dear Mr. Young: The Division of Water Quality(Division)has completed the review of the 401 Water Quality Certification application associated with the project listed above. it has been determined that the subject project does not require written concurrence from the Division and is deemed certified, if the conditions required by Water Quality Certification No. 3819 are followed. In addition, the County should obtain or otherwise comply with any other required federal, state or local permits before proceeding with the project, including (but not limited to)Erosion and Sediment Control regulations. This letter completes the review of your application by the Division 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, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office CHS/khb cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office Wildlife Resources Commission—Ron Linville 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office ARO File Copy S:\SWP\Burke\401s\Non-DOT\Sterling Street Ext.105 Util Relocation\Deemed Certified.12-02-2010.doc 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 NOl thCarolina Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org a' a//aturff An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer v t` .. """Ir NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 3, 2010 Mr. Kurt Wright, PE Kurt D. Wright &Associates, Inc. 163 Heritage Lane Bostic, North Carolina 28018 Subject: Aeration - Pilot Project Town of Spindale WWTP NPDES Permit NCO020664 Rutherford County Dear Mr. Wright: This office is in receipt of your letter dated November 24, 2010, informing us of the Town of Spindale's intention to run a Pilot Test on a new piece of equipment to provide an alternative source of oxygen and mixing for the aeration basins. Additional information about the extent of this Pilot Project should be included in your reply. For example, will this project include a portion of the WWTP facility or the whole WWTP. If it is the intention to include the whole WWTP, then an A to C from Construction Grants and Loans will be required. If it does not include the whole WWTP, then please be specific as to the extent of the Pilot Project. We look forward to your reply. If you should have any questions, please call me at 828- 296-4500. Sincerely, Don Price WWTP Consultant, Asheville Regional Office cc: DWQ Central Files Spindale Town Manager S:\SVVP1RutherfordtWastewaterlMunicipailSpindale WWTP 206641TownofSpindalePilotProject,doe ore 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.ncwatergualitV.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 December 3, 2010 Mr. Chris Cormier Carolina Specialties Construction P.O. Box 825 Hendersonville,NC 28793 Subject: Stream Determination 18 Allison Road, Mills River(site of Pac Rats, LLC) Henderson County Dear Mr. Cormier: 'he Division of Water Quality(DWQ) staff(Kevin Barnett and Susan Wilson)performed a stream ' determination at 18 Allison Road(Pac Rats, LLC site) on November 19, 2010. The stream runs along the northeast/east side of the property behind the storage units. The stream is McKinney Branch, a Class WS-IV (Watersupply IV) stream in the French Broad River Basin [ref. Stream Index No. 6-52-10]. A topographic map of the area,the stream classification, and the NCDWQ Stream Identification Form is attached for your reference. As we discussed,the stream is a second order stream and is considered perennial. This stream is a"blue line" stream and has likely been designated on the USGS map for many years (DWQ found the stream on a photo revised 1991 version of a USGS map). All applicable wastershed rules and water quality rules pertinent to "blue line"and perennial streams apply. It is DWQ's understanding that for the Town of Mills River, the state Division of Land Quality regulates sediment and erosion control, while Henderson County implements the Watersupply Watershed rules. You may wish to contact someone in the Division of Land Quality at(828) 296-4500, should you have questions regarding erosion control for your project. You may also wish to again contact Natalie Berry, P.E.,Assistant County Engineer for Henderson County, at(828) 694-6526 regarding Henderson County's Watersupply Watershed ordinances specific to your proposed project. Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarollna Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org Naturally An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Mr.Cormier December 3,2010 Page 2 of 2 Should you have further questions about this stream determination, please call me at (828) 296—4665. Sincerely, V'✓v Susan A. Wilson, P.E. Environmental Engineer w/attachment Cc: ARO Files(w/attachment) Natalie Berry, P.E., Assistant County Engineer, Henderson County(w/attachment) Julie Ventaloro,Program Coordinator, Watersupply Watershed Program/DWQ S:\SWP\Henderson\Stream Calls\18 Allison Road Mills River stream ID.doc i NC DWQ Stream Identification Form Version 4.11 LLC Date: Project/Site: i'�L�t5r9� }> Latitude: Evaluator: err SA-� Wig County: , 9 Longitude: Total Points: Stream is at least intermittent �ULeNIV Stream Determination(circle o Other if>_19 or erennial if>_30* f?. Ephemeral Intermitten erennia e.g.Quad Name: A. Geomorphology (Subtotal = ice.5 ) Absent Weak Moderate Strong 1a.Continuity of channel bed and bank 0 1 2 2.Sinuosity of channel along thalweg 0 1 2 3. In-channel structure:ex.riffle-pool, step-pool, 0 1 2 ripple-pool sequence 4. Particle size of stream substrate 0 1 2 5.Active/relict floodplain 0 1' 2 3 6. Depositional bars or benches 0 1 2 3 7. Recent alluvial deposits 0 1 2 3 8. Headcuts 1 2 3 9.Grade control 0 0.5 1 1.5 10. Natural valley 0 0.5 1 1.5 11.Second or greater order channel No=0 es a artificial ditches are not rated;see discussions in manual ZD B. Hydrology Subtotal = .S 12. Presence of Baseflow 0 1 2 3 f 13. Iron oxidizing bacteria CO) 1 2 3 14. Leaf litter 1.5 1 0.5 0 15.Sediment on plants or debris 0 0.5 1 1.5 16.Organic debris lines or piles 0 0.5 1 1.5 17.Soil-based evidence of high water table? No=0 Yes=3 -7.S C. Biology Subtotal= jo.5 18. Fibrous roots in streambed 3 2 1 0 19. Rooted upland plants in streambed 3 2 1 0 20. Macrobenthos(note diversity and abundance) 0 1 2 a, 21.Aquatic Mollusks 0 G� 2 3 22. Fish C( 0.5 1 1.5 23.Crayfish 0' 0.5 1 1.5 24.Amphibians 0 0.5 1 1.5 25.Algae 0 0.5 1 1.5 26.Wetland plants in streambed FACW=0.75; OBL=1.5 Other=0 'Ki ll+ S *perennial streams may also be identified using other methods.See p.35 of manual. Notes: Q Aj �9 O Sketch: 5-rp{�4,z i jENR-DIVISON OF WATER QUALITY 23 .0300 .0304 FRENCH BROAD RIVER BASIN Class Name of Stream Description Class Date Index No. Brightwater Branch (Lake From source to Shaw Creek WS-IV,B 04/01/96 6-50-2 Stel) Battle Creek From source to Shaw Creek WS-IV 04/01/96 6-50-3 Mill Pond Creek From source to French Broad WS-IV 04/01/96 6-51 River Marston Creek From source to Mill Pond WS-IV 04/01/96 6-51-1 Creek Boylston Creek From source to a point 0.3 C 08/01/98 6-52-(0.5) mile upstream of Murray Branch Sutton Creek (Sitton Creek) From source to Boylston C 08/01/98 6-52-1 Creek Polecat Branch From source to Sutton Creek C 08/01/98 6-52-1-1 Long Branch From source to Sutton Creek C 08/01/98 6-52-1-2 Osborne Branch From source to Boylston C 08/01/98 6-52-2 Creek Dog Creek From source to Boylston C 08/01/98 6-52-3 Creek Woody Branch From source to Boylston C 08/01/98 6-52-4 Creek Sam Branch From source to Woody Branch C 08/01/98 6-52-4-1 Goldmine Branch From source to Boylston C 08/01/98 6-52-5 Creek Betty Branch From source to Boylston C 08/01/98 6-52-6 Creek Boylston Creek From a point 0.3 mile WS-IV 08/01/98 6-52-(6.5) upstream of Murray Branch to French Broad River Lyday Lake Entire lake and connecting WS-IV 04/01/96 6-52-7 stream to Boylston Creek Murray Branch From source to Boylston WS-IV 04/01/96 6-52-8 Creek Crawford Branch From source to Boylston WS-IV 04/01/96 6-52-9 Creek McKinney Branch From source to Boylston WS-IV 04/01/96 6-52-10 Creek Sweetwater Branch From source to Boylston WS-IV 08/03/92 6-52-11 Creek FRENCH BROAD RIVER From a point 0.6 mile WS-IV,B;CA 08/01/02 6-(52.5) upstream of Mills River to Mills River Innisfree Lake Entire lake and connecting WS-IV;CA 04/01/96 6-53 stream to French Broad River Mills River From source to a point 0.5 WS-II;Tr,HQW 08/03/92 6-54-(1) mile upstream of N.C. 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'�a z,�+� ✓ Of :•'ri� .; l I r =z; � r f .� � �`�b '; 1 fJJ z,,: � " #�� c�� s �,.✓,b �� � � F"�' '", r�.. v �> r rf t ,�`,r„ \�. "r� ���� ,�*'. � i�,��r<�'�sz r * 3€8� v� �z �`1, A � � If .i'�`"'°f �:•' lam'' � # �, •y • ... ( �`L G .-� .° .�" �. N,�`. 33q�7 � F. f� � 3 �f .a"�[T x � � / r y; ,•. � rT'w 'sY't S ss ......• ': fir' J PA f 1 a i!a21 t u l + vvf fj . 61 �.f"1 Ji-oq L7en 'w•f•c».,,��� '"F'#r`... �" } �� -�,�r a `��..-,-.F* � s" �+ ��`yl `.�...•\1 / ti.N r it ft - -•e �t'i I i3 �"y ��5 ' ~ � � c a:."��/ � tl! I .�" ✓`r� ��� a3 r "a. � ,15„� \�4=.. ,� r J "�'_a�a ✓r. +�."'��,+'"�� toz� i��f �.*: ''' �';� ,, i f } Copyright(C)2008,MyTopo K4J WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 3, 2010 Lee Smith, Utilities Director City of Hendersonville P.O. Box 1760 Hendersonville, N.C. 28793 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035128 City of Hendersonville Shano Commons Wastewater Collection System Extension Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: In accordance with your application received November 16, 2010, and additional information received on November 23, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035128, dated December 3, 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, 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 December 3, 2010 Pago 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 355 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve 4 2-bedroom residences as part of the Shano Commons project, and the discharge of 960 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received November 16, 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 Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025534) 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. 1 i Sincerely, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025534) Jon H. Laughter, P.E./Laughter, Austin, and Associates, PA Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWRHenderson\Collection Systems\Hendersonville CSIWQ0036128 Shano Commons Sewer 12 3 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. i PERMIT NO.WQ0035128, City of Hendersonville, Shano Commons Project, Henderson County December 3,20, 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 AIT NO.WQ0035128, City of Hendersonville, Shano Commons Project Henderson County December 3 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 3rd Day of December, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for tol4en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035128 3 PERMIT NO.W00035128 City of Hendersonville Shano Commons Project, Henderson County December 3,2t, ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Hendersonville for the construction and operation of approximately 355 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve 4 2-bedroom residences as part of the Shano Commons project, and the discharge of 960 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Hendersonville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received November 16, 2010 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. WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 3, 2010 John McCracken, Chairman Junaluska Sanitary District P.O. Box 35 Lake Junaluska, N.C. 28745 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035114 Junaluska Sanitary District Tuscola Park Water& Sewer Upgrade Wastewater Collection System Extension Haywood County Dear Mr. McCracken: In accordance with your application received October 19, 2010, and additional information received on November 15, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035114, dated December 3, 2010, to Junluska Sanitary District 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 Junaluska Sanitary District December 3, 2010 Page; 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 Junaluska Sanitary District for the construction and operation of approximately 4,890 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve 31 3-bedroom residences as part of the Tuscola Park Water and Sewer Upgrade project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Waynesville'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 Town of Waynesville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0025321) 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, ,rp f ° �1L• zC G for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Henderson County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0025321) Jeffery T. Brown. P.E./Brown Consultants, PA Town of Waynesville WWTP Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWMAMoodlCollection SystemslJunaluska Sanitary District Collection System\Wo0035114 Junluska Sanitary District Tuscola Park W and S upgrade 12 3 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.WQ0035114,Junaluska Sanitary District,Tuscola Park W&S Upgrade Haywood County December 3 2U. 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 .MIT NO.WQ0035114,Junaluska Sanitary District,Tuscola Park W&S Upgrade, Haywood County December 3,2010 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 I(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 3rd Day of December, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION 97> ---'-- for tol en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035114 3 PERMIT NO.W00035114, Junaluska Sanitary District,Tuscola Park W&S Upgrade, Haywood County December 3,20 ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the Junaluska Sanitary District for the construction and operation of approximately 4,890 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve 31 3-bedroom residences as part of the Tuscola Park Water and Sewer Upgrade project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Waynesville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received October 19, 2010 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 f" ❑ 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. 1+,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 December 6, 2010 Mr. John Kinnaird, P.E. Brooks Engineering Associates 17 Arlington Street Asheville,NC 28801 Subject: Request for More Information Quigley Project/ State Stormwater Application SW1100701 DWQ 401 Project# 09-0533 Madison County Response deadline: January 10, 2011 Dear Mr. Kinnaird: The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)has performed a preliminary review of the state stormwater application �r the above referenced project(SW1100701). As discussed in the meeting with you on December 3, 2010, additional information will be required in order to complete the review process. Please provide the information attached to this letter so that we may continue to review the project. You should provide your written response to the addresses below by January 10, 2010. An original and one copy of the required information should be provided to the Asheville Regional Office: Attn: Susan A. Wilson Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 A courtesy copy of the required information should also be provided to the Stormwater Permitting Unit at: Attn: Mr. Robert Patterson DWQ/ Stormwater Permitting Unit 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1617 Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 7�T�ne t r r 1 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 i.y OIe11L.cO11I1a Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org �n An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Utyrall Mr.John Kinnaird,P.E. December 6,2010 Page 2 of 3 This letter only addresses the preliminary application review and does not authorize any impacts (at this time) by the DWQ. This additional information request does not preclude the DWQ from requesting additional information after review of the resubmitted information. If you have any questions regarding this letter or cannot meet the January 10, 2011 date, please call Susan A. Wilson (828)296-4665, elsewise your project may be returned as incomplete. Sincerely, P Susan A. Wilson, P.E. Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: Ian McMillan, 401 Permitting Unit J Robert Patterson, SWPU/DWQ Mr. William McKee, Whiteside Fund LP, 9 Pack Square SW, Suite 300, Asheville,NC 28801 Jennifer Robertson, WNR, P.O. Box 882, Canton,NC 28716 ARO File copy S:\SWP\1\4adison\Stormwater\5-State Stormwater\Quigley SSw and 401\Addlnfo.SW1100701 Quigley.12.2010.doc _o0701 aditional Information Items 1. Please provide the construction sequence for the BMPs (it is important that the area be stabilized prior to the construction of the BMPs). 2. Soil borings in the actual area of the Bioretention BMPs should be provided (representative soil borings for the cottage infiltration BMPs is acceptable). 3. Please indicate DAl more clearly. 4. Indicate why the detention ponds after the Bioretention BMPs are required (as you stated, a Madison County ordinance),provide a typical design for them, and show the outlet for Detention Pond 3. Since the"bypass"from the Bioretention BMPs go to the detention ponds, it is especially important that the outflows from the detention ponds are nonerosive. The DWQ does have some concerns that no bypass is provided before or within the Bioretention BMPs, but is willing to consider this design(and may caveat the permit that corrective measures must be taken if erosivity occurs or if the Bioretention BMPs do not work as intended). 5. Please recheck the calculations for the broad crested weir on the Bioretention overflow weirs. 6. Please confirm that the Bioretention BMPs have the minimum planting density(400 stems/acre). 7. Specify double or triple shredded hardwood mulch for the Bioretention BMPs. 8. Reconfirm the surface area for each BMP (and state how this will be confirmed in the field). 9. Make corrections/clarifications on the Supplement pages to the BMPs ("N" for vegetated filter,, reconfirm drawdown rates, etc.) 10. The overflow from Bioretention 2 is routed to the existing pond. Please explain how this will not cause hydraulic issues for the pond. 11. The elevations for Bioretention 3 should be corrected. 12. Please provide example calculations for the infiltration BMPs (typical). Also provide a StormTech brochure for the specific system to be used. Please explain how the bypass from these BMPs will be non-erosive. In addition, the seasonal high water table must be greater than 2 feet for the infiltration trenches. 13. The total impervious surface area for the cottages must be restricted to ensure that each infiltration system can appropriately handle/treat the first inch of rainfall. Since this area is maintained by the owner(and will not be sold as individual lots)you may need to modify the DWQ's Deed Restriction document. 14. Some drains in the golf course area appear to have plunge pools/energy dissipaters near the wetland areas. These should be kept out of the wetland areas (as far back as feasible). Other plunge pools/energy dissipaters should be kept 30 feet from surface waters (as has been discussed in prior meetings regarding the 401 approval—this appears to have been complied with via the plans). ��\ 1 �� 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 December 6, 2010 Bob Boyette,City Manager City of Marion 94 Shop Drive Marion,North Carolina 28737 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification-Approval UT to Youngs Fork Stream Enhancement DWQ Project#2010-0535 McDowell County CTB30/UT to Youngs Fork Creek (Corperning Creek)/ 11-32-1-4/Class C Dear Mr. Boyette: 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 450 feet of streams and for the purpose of stream storation 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 3689. This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit 27 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 Stormwater 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 450 (feet) Plan Details Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 One Phone:828-296-450M FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 N(�PthCarollna Internet:www.rimaterquality.org 1;1h, lt� An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer City of Marion December 6,2010 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 sediment and erosion control practices must be used to meet this standard. 2. As-Built Drawings Within 60 days of completion of construction, as-built drawings shall be submitted to both the DWQ 401 Central Office and to the Asheville Regional Office. 3. Monitoring benchmarks must be established. Cross sectional and longitudinal measurements shall be conducted quarterly for the first year after completion of the work,then annually for 4 more years(along with photo documentation). Reports shall be submitted annually(after the end of each monitoring year). Both the ACOE and DWQ shall be notified if repairs are necessary and receive approval prior to implementation. Vegetation assessments shall also be made and reported during this time. 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 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins,Director CHS/khb Enc: GC3689 Certificate of Completion cc: Jason Zink,NCSU Cooperative Extension 100 Fredrick Law Olmstead Way,Asheville,North Carolina 28806 Liz Hair-US Army Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office David McHenry-North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Cyndi Karoly-401 Permitting Unit McDowell County Planning ARO File copy S:\SWP\McDowell\401 s\Non-DOT\UTtoYoungsForkStreamEnhancement\Wppv1.10-0535.UTtoYoungsFork.doc NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director Dee Freeman Secretary December 6, 2010 Steve and Peggy Im Post Office Box 1547 Eatonville, Washington 98328 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification-Approval Im Property Access DWQ Project#2008-1560 Ver.2 Cherokee County HIW02/Rose Creek/ 1-57-7-1 /Class C Dear Mr. and Mrs. Im: 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 100 feet of streams (60 linear feet of teplacement and 40 linear feet of new culvert) for the purpose of property access 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 and 3821. This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit 3 and 29 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: LAmount Approved(Units) Plan Location or Referenceream 100 (feet) Plan details 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 NO1eI1Cc�f011lla Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org �'tllrlxllt� An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer N i i�/ Steve and Peggy Im December 6,2010 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, U Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHS/khb Enc: GC3687 and 3821 Certificate of Completion cc: Jennifer Robertson,Atlas Environmental, Inc. Lori Beckwith, USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office David McHenry,NC Wildlife Resources Commission 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy S:\S WP\Cherokee\401 s\Non-DOT\Steve&Peggylm\Appvl.lm.12-06-2010.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 December 6, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2069 Mr. J. Robert Boyette City of Marion P.O. Drawer 700 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 NCO031879 City of Marion Corpening Creek WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0397 McDowell County Dear Mr. Boyette: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $1,567.00 ($1,500.00 civil penalty+$67.00 enforcement costs) against the City of Marion. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by the City of Marion 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 NC0031879. 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 City of Marion violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO031879 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 City of Marion: Noe Carolina 4011rY 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.ncwatercivality.org eA*N 0 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143 215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0031879,by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Minimum limit for DO. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NNC0031879, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly Average limit for CADMIUM. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $250.00 NC0031879, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly 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 NC0031879,by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS -Conc. $1,500.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $1,567.00 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 S.',SWP`1TV1s X)—vVeil'V aster,,ialerF %,IunieipahCotrcning Creek WWTP 3I879AN-20I0-0397.doc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0397 County: McDowell Assessed Party: City of Marion/Corpening Creek WWTP Permit No: NC0031879 Amount Assessed: $1,567.00 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 ENVIRONMEN 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 THE CITY OF MARION/CORPENING CREEK ) PERMIT NO. NCO031879 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0397 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $1,567.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 6, 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 y a a W w d d U U 1- W o W W z rn z 0 rn O a� Q c Q Q O >. >. T N Y L Q T G O z O WLLJH c oo M umi On e v n a G u! �-w J Lo OD J� m OT a U s F O O � w LLW O> z `=a E E E D zW O �� U ti o� M O � } N O p z Z •L N W Y Y Y Uc U. x x x Q m z V pW o 0 0 0 gQ N N N M Z 0o O O O O Q U a d d U w C LU c c Cl) U 0 o � z 0 U UO w w w w LL J J FCL o 0 0 0 O C1 I-. p W �� 0 0 0 0 M C Od N N N N 0 V O z W c0 to t0 w Z R � F- O J O O O CL z N N J a V3 vi WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 8,2010 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 19/19E DWQ Project 07-1134 Individual Certification No.3706 TIP Nos.R-2518A and R-2518B Madison and Yancey Counties Dear Mr. Swain: On December 1, 2010, I inspected the construction work on the US Highway 19/19E Project in Madison and Yancey Counties. Major grading, culvert work, bridgework and paving are underway along the entire length of the project. Please continue to 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, Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Randy McKinney,PE Roger Bryan,Division 13,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office US 19/19E December 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 NorthCafohna Internet:wwwmwateroualitv.ora NaNra rl# An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer ` Q Site Visits for DOT Proiects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: rDecember 1,2010 County: Buncombe Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 13 -� Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: WQC No.3706 1 NW Permit#:C� IP#: Project Name: Improvements to US Highway 19E Location of Project: US Highway 19 and 19E from future I-26 in Madison County to SR 1336 in Yancey County Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Quality Concerns (DWQ): X❑Bridge X❑ 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 X❑ Failed E&S control measures ❑Borrow Pit X❑ Sedimentation Impacts X❑Wetland Mitigation ❑ Stormwater Permit Violation ❑Stream Restoration ❑Fill X❑ On-site Stream Relocation ❑Buffer Impacts(see below) ❑Buffer Restoration ❑ Other ❑Bank Stabilization ❑ 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 . Est linear ft/acreage of buffer impact ft/ ac Buffer Designation: []Exempt ❑Allowable ❑Allowable w/mitigation❑Prohibited DWO Site Visits for DOT Projects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Middle Fork Creek,Bailey Branch,Turkey Branch,Polly Branch, Holland Creek,Ivy Gap Branch,Bald Creek,Price's Creek,Phipps Creek and Cane River Basin/Subbasin: FBR 040304 and 040307 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated X❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed X❑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 X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch X❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0- 1/10`h acre X❑1/1 ld'to 1/3rd acre X❑1/3`d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: 7,059 linear ft. of stream impacts and 0.42 acres of wetlands for R-2518A; 3,675 linear ft.of stream impacts and 0.23 acres of wetlands for R-2518B. Compensatory mitigation for impacts of 5,453 linear feet is required. Compliance Issues Identified: ❑Yes ❑No 1.Heavy grading,construction work and paving continues along the entire length of the project. 2.All sediment and erosion control basins should be inspected and cleaned out if needed. All silt fences should be inspected and checked for proper operation. All high visibility fencing should be checked for proper installation. 3.Recommend installing sediment and erosion control structures at the T&M site,near the old Masonic Lodge,to prevent the loss of sediment off-site. 3.All bare soil areas(both sides)where construction has not occurred for more than 15 days, should be temporary seeded,mulched or covered with non-erosive material. 4.Please continue to ensure that all sediment and erosion control devices are maintained and working properly. 5.As a reminder the streams on the Madison County construction area are classified as High Quality Waters and all measures necessary to protect State surface waters should be employed. 6.In-water Work Moratoriums reminder: , Cane River and tributaries April 1 to June 30 Bald Creek and tributaries January 1 to April 15 Price Creek and tributaries January 1 to April 15 December 2010 Inspection US Hwy. 19/19E NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 1, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2045 Mr. Jerry G. McKinney Coats American Inc. P.O. Box 368 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 NC0004243 Coats American Inc. WWTP Sevier Plant Case No. LV-2010-0396 McDowell County Dear Mr. McKinney: 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 Coats American Inc. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by Coats American Inc. 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 NC0004243. 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 Coats American Inc. violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NC0004243 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, l,Roger C. Edwards,Division of Water Quality Regional Supervisor for the Asheville Region,hereby make the following civil penalty assessment against Coats American Inc.: ne NofthCarolina 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.ncwateraualitv.org ,n,a 0 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $.00 NC0004243, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Daily Maximum limit for TSS - Qty Daily. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $1,000.00 NC0004243, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS - Qty Daily. $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- 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; (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 ,ing 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, 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 S:4ti1I'b'tci7owe##i4vasiewatcrtij�d�rsirrt3llCoat;042431;LV-2010-0396.cloc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0396 County: McDowell Assessed Party: Coats American Permit No.: NC0004243 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. 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 ENVIRONMEN. AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF MCDOWELL IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND COATS AMERICAN STIPULATION OF FACTS ) PERMIT NO. NC0004243 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0396 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 December 1, 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 (D a. X X X F w LJ w z d 0 > m d > O 2 T d T T C Q O Z O uj w f- >O v o J N 0 ° w F-w 55 O O N 7J M V p J N Q U F" co ao It of v v J M M O V , ui 0j v v a F}- F N Z ZQ 9 a O U m m co) ¢ O U F _ z O w Y Y Y W Z V N C7 w a�i a°1i C1 J W X X X _ IL co co co U Q w N m z 0 0 0 ¢ o Qa O O Q U Z 0° 0 0 0 w � U y Ix LU IL 2 d j a F CIO m N z 0 c c c U UO w w w LaL -i J U.aa. 0 0 0 O M CM Z~ O = Da N N N 0 _Zuj co f0 c0 -0 F O C O C > O r J O O p w G Q O O O d C W fA fR J a in /cam\ - �\._-,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 December 6, 2010 Mr. Garvin Trinks McDowell County Schools 709 Sugar Hill Road Marion, North Carolina 28752 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0174 Permit No. NCO067148 Nebo Elementary School WWTP McDowell County Dear Mr. Trinks: A review of Nebo Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for June 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Frequency Violation pH Week ending Weekly Failure to Monitor 06/12/2010 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 8281296-4500. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files James &James Environmental/ORC One S:tSWP McDowelltWastewater\Minors\Nebo School 67148MV-201 0-MV-01 74.doc NorthCazolina 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 ��� �_,i r AZ4 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 6, 2010 Mr. Lee Smith, Director of Utilities City of Hendersonville P.O. Box 1670 Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793-1670 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-DV-0411 Permit No.WQCS00070 City of Hendersonville Hendersonville Collection System Henderson County Dear Mr. Smith: A review has been conducted of Hendersonville Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow(SSO)5-Day Report submitted by the City of Hendersonville. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00070 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) 11/24/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge NOV-2010-DV-0411 1,500 Gallons Without Valid Permit Incident# 201003207 Please submit in writing to this office within ten (10) business days a detailed description of how the City of Hendersonville determines the volume of a spill. 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, Rog e1 C. Edwards, Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Asheville Regional Office Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit S:\SWP\Henderson\Collection Systems\Hendersonville CS\NOV-2010-DV-0411.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NOPt11C2T011ria Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 // Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org :5vu naturally AZ4JL) NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen K Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 6, 2010 Mr. Joe Collins, Mayor Town of Franklin P.O. Box 1479 Franklin, North Carolina 28744 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-DV-0409 Permit No. WQCS00101 Town of Franklin Franklin Collection System Macon County Dear Mr. Collins: A review has been conducted of Franklin Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow(SSO) 5-Day Report submitted by the Town of Franklin. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCS00101 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) 11/02/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge NOV-2010-DV-0409 800 Gallons Without Valid Permit Incident#201003080 Please submit in writing within ten (10) business days a more detailed account of the circumstances surrounding the SSO, the type of"trash"found in the line and the name of the stream. Also include a detailed description of how the Town of Franklin determines the volume of a spill. 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 Asheville Regional Office Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit S:\SWP\Macon\Collection Systems\Franklin Collection System\NOV-2010-DV-0409.doc 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 /i Internet:www.newaterguality.org<56-- Naturali'm w�e WNW North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 6, 2010 Mr. Carl Daniel Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC - P.O. Box 240908 Charlotte, North Carolina 28224-0908 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-DV-0410 Permit No. WQCSDO170 Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC Mount Carmel Acres Collection System Buncombe County Dear Mr. Daniel: A review has been conducted of Mount Carmel Acres Collection System's self reported Sanitary Sewer Overflow(SSO) 5-Day Report.submitted by Carolina Water Service Inc. of NC. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the requirements found in Collection System Permit WQCSD0170 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) 11/12/2010 Sanitary Sewer Overflow Discharge NOV-2010-DV-0410 500 Gallons Without Valid Permit Incident# 201003199 Please submit in writing to this office within ten (10) business days a detailed account of the circumstances surrounding this SSO, creek name, Mt. Carmel's root control program and inspections. Also include a detailed description of how Carolina Water Service determines the volume of a spill. 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 Asheville Regional Office Cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files PERCS Unit S:\SWP\Buncombe\Collection Systems\Carolina Water Service-Mt Carmel Acres\N0V-2010-DV-0410.doc SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 28778 NortYlCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 �atul,Q"� Internet:www,ncwaterguality.org ,,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 December 6, 2010 Mr. Jimmy J. Davenport 6884 Tusquittee Road Hayesville, NC 28904 SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection 6884 Tusquittee Road Permit No: NCG550427 Clay County Dear Mr. Davenport: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the inspection conducted on December 2, 2010. The facility appeared to be in Compliance with permit NCG550427. 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 Men? Environmental Specialist cc: Central Files Asheville Files i SURFACE WATER PROTECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,NC 287789JW OnrthCarolina Phone:(828)296-4500\FAX:828 299-7043\Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org S:\SWP\Ciay\Wastewater\General\NCG55SFR\0427CE1201O.doc Naturally ,..,� ��� l�,i --, i �,\ ,__ �� 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 NI 2 CI 31 NCG550427 I11 121 10/12/02 117 181r1 191SI 201 I J !_ 1 Remarks �! 21I111111111111111IIIIIIII IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII IIII1116 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 61 QA ------------------------Reserved--------------------- 67I 169 70I 3I 71I I 72)NI 73I f 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) 6884 Tusquittee Road 10:00 AM 10/12/02 07/08/01 6884 Tusquittee Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Hayesville NC 28904 10:30 AM 10/12/02 12/07/31 , Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Name,Address of Responsible Official/ritle/Phone and Fax Number Contacted Jimmy J Davenport,6884 Tusquittee Rd Hayesville NC 28904//828-389-80 No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Permit E Operations&Maintenance 0 Facility Site Review E 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 Jeff Menzel ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ Z(a3f-4°10 A%, 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 1 3I NCG550427 I11 12I 10/12/02 I17 18I_' Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) No violations of permit requirements or applicable regulations were observed during this inspection. i Page# 2 Permit: NCG550427 Owner-Facility: 6884 Tusquittee Road Inspection Date: 12/02/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Operations&Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ ❑ 0 0 Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex:MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids,pH, DO,Sludge r1 0 ■ ❑ Judge,and other that are applicable? Comment: The facility was discharging at the time of inspection. The effluent was clear and was probably the result of infiltration from a large rain event the day before. Permit Yes No NA NE (If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application? ❑ ❑ ■ n Is the facility as described in the permit? ■ ❑ #Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ ❑ ■ ci Is access to the plant site restricted to the-general public? ❑• ❑ ■ Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? ■ n Q Comment: Page# 3 ,,_ -, J _` _i� wx NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 7, 2010 JQ Freeman Carolina Group Partners 1901 Roxborough Rd. Ste. 405 Charlotte NC 28211 SUBJECT: Stream Evaluation Inspection Northridge Commons Permit No: NCR000781 Buncombe County Dear Mr. Freeman: On November 17, 2010 an inspection was performed at the restored stream reach on the Northridge Commons property. The restored stream reach evaluated is the one located next to the Lowes store,previously referred to as Unnamed Tributary to Gill Branch#1. Two items associated with this tributary were noted during the inspection that need attention. The culvert associated with this tributary does not have a sufficient dissipater pad installed to protect the stream channel and retaining wall structure. In order to avoid further damage to the stream channel and the retaining wall structure, rock of sufficient size and sufficient length needs to be added. One of the stream structures installed has undercut. This structure needs to be repaired to avoid damaging the restored stream reach. The repair is not a difficult fix and should be done manually to avoid damaging the established vegetation. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional comments. If you any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Linda Wiggs Enclosure cc: Asheville Files Clement Riddle(e-copy) S:\SWP\Buncombe\Stormwater\NCGO1 Construction\NorthRidge-WalmartNCR000781\inspectLTR Nov2010.doc 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 �atllra!!lJ Internet:www.ncwatergualitY.orq �_ r��� Lam' Compliance Inspection Report Permit: NCG010000 Effective: 06/26/07 Expiration: Owner: SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Northridge Commons County: Buncombe 1-26 Us25-70 Monticello Rd Region: Asheville DWQ Tracking No: NCR000781 Weaverville NC 28787 Contact Person: %tiRi Title: Phone:704-377-6224 Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On-Site Representative(s): Related Permits: Inspection Date: 11/17/2010 Entry Time: 10:00 AM Exit Time: 11:00 AM Primary Inspector: Linda S Wiggs Phone:828-296-4500 Ext.4653 Secondary Inspector(s): Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Permit Inspection Type: Construction Stormwater Facility Status: ■Compliant 0 Not Compliant Question Areas: Construction (See attachment summary) Page: 1 Permit:NCR000781 Owner-Facility: 'iwA0m^_.6w.4,4rC Inspection Date: 11/17/2010 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine Inspection Summary: DWQ(Susan, Kevin and 1) met with Clement Riddle(consultant)and Jim Waddel (construction mgr)to evaluate the stability of the restored stream channel. One of the stream structures(#2) needs repair, it is under cutting. Repair this structure manually to avoid damaging established vegetation. Remove accumulated sediment behind structure and place rock under log structure in a manner determined in the field which is sufficient to protect structure. The upper reach that was not restored is downcutting. Large rip rap needs to be placed at outfall of culvert to dissipate energy.Add rock of sufficient size to a sufficient length in order to dissipate energy from outfall to avoid further damage to the stream channel and the retaining wall structure. Other than the above mentioned items,the restored reach is holding up well,vegetation is doing very well. Later met with Arvato(Michael Gill)to determine what may have been the cause of the high flushes seen at culvert outfall by consultants a couple of years ago while onsite. Arvato believes the timeline of the reported excessive water flushes observed coincides with a coulple of events when they had an issue with their fire pump house and lines. A considerable amount of garbage was noted in and around the restored stream reach. Clear plastic of a similar nature to the shrink wrap around materials stored on pallets at Lowes was observed. Lowes management has been contacted regarding housekeeping to avoid garbage accumulating in the stream area. Page: 2 Permit: NCR000781 Owner-Facility:44�tkL-6 Inspection Date: 11/17/2010 inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit:Routine DLR or Local Program Inspection Yes No NA NE #Is this inspection related to a DLR/local program inspection? ❑ 0 #If Yes,what was the DLR /local program inspection date? E&SC Plan Yes No NA NE Is the site following its approved Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan as indicated on DLR/Local Program ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ Inspection Report? Comment: Erosion Control Measures Yes No NA NE Is the site maintaining their erosion control measures as indicated on DLR/Local Program Inspection Report? ❑ 0 0 ❑ Comment: Approved E&SC Plan Yes No NA NE Is a copy of the approved E&SC plan on site? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Rain Gauge Yes No NA NE Is a rain gauge present on the site at the time of inspection? ❑ ❑ ❑ i Comment: Rain Gauge Records Yes No NA NE Is rain gauge data measured and recorded? ❑ ❑ M ❑ Comment: Inspection Records Yes No NA NE Are inspection records of erosion&sedimentation control measures and stormwater discharges complete? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ Comment: Site closed, almost built out Other NCG010000 Permit Conditions Yes No NA NE Is the site compliant with other conditions of the NGG010000 permit? n n ❑ Comment: Other Water Quality Issues Yes No NA NE Is the site free of any other Water Quality issues as noted during the inspection? ❑ n ❑ Comment: Visit was to follow up on stream restoration of UT1. Page: 3 'A:j0FL")A'r WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H, Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 7, 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 December 2, 2010, I inspected the construction work on Upward Road between US Highway 176 and Howard Gap Road in Henderson County. Construction work is now taking place all along Upward Road - between Howard Gap Road and US Highway 176. Heavy rains(approximately 8 inches in three days)have resulted in sediment and erosion control structures being over whelmed and the off-site loss of sediment in some areas. Please ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are repaired and maintained and that any off-site sediment is removed. Seeding and mulching should be 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 September 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 NofthCafollna Internet:www.ncwaterauality.orp Nawrallff An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer \� \\ i \/ �\ DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 2,2010 County: Henderson -� Region: I Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 08-1327 i NW Permit#: 13, 12, 1477:1 IP#: 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 Quality Concerns (DWQ): 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 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 impactl f 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-1I ❑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— 1/10th acre ❑1/1 lch to 1/3rd 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. Recent heavy rains(approximately 8 inches in three days)have resulted in sediment and erosion control structures being over whelmed,off-site sediment loss in several locations including the box culvert area and the area adjacent to the convenience store on the east side of I-26. Any off-site sediment should be removed. Seeding and/or matting should be performed on areas as needed. Repair and maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. The stormwater control pond appeared to work as designed with only a small amount of damage from the storms. Upward Road R-4430 Inspection December 2010 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 December 7,2010 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 Project 08-1754 TIP No. R-505 Henderson County Dear Mr. Setzer: On December 2, 2010, I inspected the construction work on US Highway 25 between Interstate 26 and NC Highway 225 in Henderson County. Most all of the construction work is taking place at the south end of the project and in the median between lanes. The inspection found that recent rains had moderately impacted the area with sediment loss mainly located in roadway ditches and embankments. Some sediment and erosion control devices were affected by these storms and repair work was already underway. Please ensure that all sediment and erosion control structures are repaired and 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 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOrthCarolina Internet:www,ncwaterguality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Naturally DWQ Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative:rMichael R.Parker Date: December 2,2010 County: Henderson Region: 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 Quality Concerns (DWQ): ❑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: 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 Projects 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 0303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW X❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-1V ❑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/l ld'to 1/3`d acre ❑1/3`dto 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre `:' Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet 1,346 linear feet Additional comments: Recent heavy rains(7 to 8 inches)caused some damage and resulted in loss of sediment in several areas. Most areas affected were ditch lines and embankments. Repair work was already underway to these areas. Most all of the construction work is on the south end of the project or in the median. Repair and maintain all sediment and erosion control devices. Continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. US Highway 25 Inspection December 2010 A F-WAA Via NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Governor Director Dee Freeman Secretary December 7, 2010 County of Cherokee Board of Education Stephen Lane 234 High School Circle Murphy,NC 28906 Subject: 401 Water Quality Certification-Approval Bank Stabilization Valley River Murphy High School DWQ Project# 10-0910 Cherokee County HIW/Valley River/C Tr Dear Mr. Lane: 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 120 feet of streambank for the purpose of streambank 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 3689. This Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit 27when 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 Stream 120 (feet) S 1 P Location:2090 U.S,Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 We Phone:828-296.45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOrtllCar01111a Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org NaturallyAn Equal Opportunity l Affirmative Action Employer Cherokee County Board of Education December 7,2010 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 Linda Wiggs in the Asheville Regional Office at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Coleen H. Sullins, Director CHS11sw Enc: GC3689 Certificate of Completion cc: USACE Asheville Regulatory Field Office 401 Permitting Unit—Central Office File Copy Callie Moore(e-copy) S:\SWP\Cherokee\401s\Non-DOT\Murphy High School\MurphyHigh.Approval.Dec2010.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 December 8,2010 Mr. J.B. Setzer,P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Stormwater Inspection Upward Road NCSR 1783 DWQ Project No. 081754 TIP No.R-4430 Henderson County Dear Mr. Setzer: On December 2, 2010, I conducted a stormwater inspection for TIP Project No.R-4430,NCSR 1783,Upward Road construction project in Henderson County. Recent heavy rains resulted in the loss of sediment all along the project. The rainfall data and inspection data appeared to be incompliance with the stormwater monitoring requirements. Continue to ensure that these records are maintained during the life of the project. Please refer to the attached inspection report for additional comments and/or recommendations. If you have questions,please call me at 828-296-4500. Sincerely, Michael R.Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Aaron Powell,P.E. Mark Davis,Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office (Setzer)R-4430 December 2010 Stormwater Inspection Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 One Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org NOfthCarohna An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Naturally FC)3'm A June 2ooS Site inspection form- construction Stormwater Permit NPDES NCGO10000 Site Name: ,. DWO FRO: Inspector: _ .t ,c 1. I WQ Inspection date: (A1)51 Location: _ 2.County: (A2) 5.Stream: (A5) � �- 3.Basin: A .,(A3) t,. 6.Class: A6 4. Location description:(A4) a ' (Topographical vicinity map of site is allached for case file] 7.Land disturbance due to construction/development? 8.On-site representative available during ins ection? . , A8) v� r-rao Names} .s Titles) r Employers) 9. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan (Part 1.Section A: No.2.) Is a copy of the approved plan on site and available for review? (A9)f Not Inspected' 19.Pain Gauge(Part 1. Section B.No.1.) is a rain gauge present on the site at the time of inspection? (Al0) r—NOt nspe cte d 11.Rain Gauae Data(Part 1.Section B.No. 1.).. Is rain gauge data measured and recorded? Inspected' Data from past 14 da s t Week 1 Date; , Amount Week 2 Date `; Amount- ........... 12.Minimum i4lonitoring&Record Keeping (Part 1. Section B. No.3_.) Are inspection records of erosion&sedimentation control facilities complete&available on request? (Al2 ,r-ves T— No x 17 Not ) Inspected' Dates of documented ins ections during the past 14 days: -- Week 1 j Week 2 t 13.Sedimentation impacts to waters: 14. Linear ft of stream Im acts Typical range of sediment depth: (A13a) to (A14) _ ^� Maximum depth of sediment: (A13b)M-0 15.Photo Documentation: Were photos taken? (A15) r vas F7;No71 Photos(7,impacted water,2.sedimentation depths,3.sediment control measures, and 4,un-impacted upstream waters) and sketch/map of where photos were taken are aGached for case file 16.Notes: x�tsi4 ,f� w" ` "y .i Cyr L f r 4 F \ 3. I S — 'Project personnel not available during DWQ site inspection �-4 A I %A- CCQENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 8,2010 Mr. J. B. Setzer, P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C.Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection-NCSR 1890 Hungry Creek Road DWQ Project 09-1205 TIP No.B-2988 Haywood County Dear Mr. Setzer: On November 29, 2010,I inspected the construction work at the new bridge site on NCSR 1890,Hungry Creek Road in Haywood County. 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, x Michael R. Parker Environmental Senior Specialist Attachment cc: Mitchell Bishop,P.E. Mark Davis, Division 14,DEO Ed Ingle,Roadside Environmental Transportation Permitting Unit Mike Parker,Asheville Regional Office (Setzer)NCSR 1890 B-2988 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 hTOne 1 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 1�ofthCa.1'011fla Internet:www.ncwaterguality.orq An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Naturially DWO Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: November 29,2010 County: Polk Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 09-1205 NW Permit#: 23 and 33 IP#: Project Name: NCSR 1890 Hungry Creek Road B-2988 Location of Project: From the intersection of NC Hwy 110 and US Hwy 276 south of Canton,NC travel approximately 5 miles. NCSR 1890 is on the left side of US 276. Project Complete: ❑Yes X No If no, estimated date of completion: Activities(DOT): Water Ouality Concerns(DWO): 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 X❑Bank Stabilization X❑ Other Temp. Causeway 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 Pro 0ects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): East Fork Pigeon River Basin/Subbasin: French Broad River 040305 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated ❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-II ❑WS-V ❑SB ❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout X❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: ❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch ❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: ❑0— 1/10'h acre ❑1/11"'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 DOT staff. Bridge columns on both sides of the river have been completed. Beams were to be set within the week. Rip rap had been placed around columns. Work one the bridge is going to continue through winter. Sediment and erosion control devices appear to be in good shape Maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. B-2988 NCSR 1890 November 2010 RMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 9,2010 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 December 8, 2010, I inspected the construction work on Bridge No. 70 on North Carolina Secondary Road 1134 (Joyce Kilmer Road)in Graham County. 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, e. 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)NCSR 1134 B-3335 Inspection Letter December 2010 SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—Asheville Regional Office 2090 U.S.70 Highway,Swannanoa,NC 28778-8211 Phone:828-296-4500 t FAX:828-299-7043 One Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NorthCarolirla Internet:www.newaterguality.org NRaharal An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer K` DWO Site Visits for DOT Projects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 8,2010 County: Graham Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 T� Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: 1 NW Permit#: 23 and 33 IP Project Name: Replacement of Bridize 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(DWO): 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 71 ❑ Zone 1 Est Acres I ❑Zone 2 Est Acres Additional Stream Impacts: ❑yes X❑no Est Linear feet C� 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 Projects 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-lI ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW X❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA ❑CA Type of Authorized Impact: ❑Culvert ❑Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch ❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X❑0— 1/10d`acre ❑1/1 Ph to 1/3`d acre ❑1/3`d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: X❑< 150 linear feet ❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Reviewed project with NCDOT staff.Contractor had completed rock removal work on the first spread footer and had started work on the second. Work was halted due to high water. Work was continuing on the other bent sites. Fill material was being placed on the east side of the river for the east end bent. All sediment and erosion control measures appeared to be operating properly. 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)December 2010 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 December 9, 2010 Mr. Bill Hale Bon Worth Inc. P.O. Box 2890 Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0447 Permit No. NCO037176 Bon Worth WWTP Henderson County Dear Mr. Hale: A review of Bon Worth WWTP's monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Coliform, Fecal MF, M-FC 07/07/2010 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:1SWPlHendersonlWastewaterlMinorslBon Worth 371761NOV-2010-LV-0447.doe NorthCarolina ,vatun"I'm North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S.Highway 70 Swannanoa,N.C. 28778 Phone(828)296-4500 Customer Service Internet: www.newateraualitv.org FAX (828)299-7043 1-877-623-6748 �'\ �- I AA, NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 9,2010 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 December 8, 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 December 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 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 one 01 hCc`1rO11T1a Internet:www.ncwaterguality.orQ An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer `�' " atu''rally DWQ Site Visits for DOT Proiects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 8,2010 County: I 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: U S 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 Quality Concerns(DWQ): ❑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: 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-lI ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW []Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV RSA RCA 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 1/3rd acre Tom, ❑1/3rd to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: ❑< 150 linear feet X❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Reviewed project with DOT staff. Work underway includes milling pavement and shoulder work. Most grading and pipe work has been completed. Sediment and erosion control structures appear to be working properly. Mulch and/or matt areas that are bare. The waste area has been seeded and matted on the slopes. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding,matting and mulching as required to protect State surface waters. US Highway 64 Inspection December 2010 74*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 December 9, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2076 Mr. William N. Hughes Town of Murphy P.O. Box 130 Murphy,North Carolina 28906-0130 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 NCO020940 Town of Murphy Murphy WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0407 Cherokee County Dear Mr. Hughes: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of$442.00 ($375.00 civil penalty+$67.00 enforcement costs) against the Town of Murphy. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report (DMR) submitted by the Town of Murphy for the month of July 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0020940. The violations which occurred in July 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 Murphy violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO020940 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 Murphy: NonrthCarolina �aturallt� 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 f .i Internet:www.ncwaterauality.org I of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $375.00 NC0020940, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly Geometric Mean limit for FEC COLL $375.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $442.00 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 dining whether a remission request will be approved,the following factors shall be .iisidered: (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 apetition 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, 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 S:t.SWP�clierukee\..Write++ater tilttnieipatl,Mttaphy WWTP 20940'•:1.:V-201.0-0407,doc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0407 County: Cherokee Assessed Party: The Town of Murphy Permit No.: NC0020940 Amount Assessed: $442.00 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 ENVIRONML. AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF CHEROKEE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS THE TOWN OF MURPHY ) PERMIT NO. NCO020940 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0407 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $442.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 9, 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 920 SIGNATURE �� ADDRESS TELEPHONE a c d z O g Gs f- y 0 0 d > � t Q � m O WwF o >o� o J � e G w f-w gQ U> J Q U GO! ~ Y � v O J d s U �w D E Z OQ O jui O U ti 0 d' O t' z Z Q N w W O > W U O a Q = w z coo 0 o w Q z QQ m ZLU JOp no Q U IL W w J .0 OU IL LL z ITS � C J V r a O w LL J J Ha o D O 0 O N E w O CD -of a N U za n Z a O C L > O � r J a z r J a "� �� } �.i WMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 9, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2083 Mr. William N. Hughes Town of Murphy P.O. Box 130 Murphy,North Carolina 28906-0130 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 NCO020940 Town of Murphy Murphy WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0408 Cherokee County Dear Mr. Hughes: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $4,192.00 ($4,125.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against the Town of Murphy. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by the Town of Murphy for the month of August 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0020940. The violations which occurred in August 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 Murphy violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO020940 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 Murphy: onrt NhCarolina 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.ncwaterauality.org I of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $375.00 NCO020940,by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly Average limit for TSS - Conc. 2 of the 2 violations of G.S. 143-215.l(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $750.00 NC0020940, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly Geometric Mean limit for FEC COLI. 1 of the 1 violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $1,500.00 NC0020940, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Geometric Mean limit for FEC COLL $1,500.00 1 of the 1 violation of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. NC0020940, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS- Conc. $4,125.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $4,192.00 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- 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; (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 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. 5:`,SG�T'i.C:liur�t1,e�llVastec,,iterMunicipal\14ii�rph} WW'1•11'U940\CV-2010-0408.doe JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0408 County: Cherokee Assessed Party: The Town of Murphy Permit No.: NC0020940 Amount Assessed: $4,192.00 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 ENVIRONME✓ AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF CHEROKEE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS THE TOWN OF MURPHY ) PERMIT NO. NCO020940 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0408 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling $4,192.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 9, 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 r� a} d d d d d d 0. U U U d 2-0 ul w w Z Va d N O i o o� a� E o �iui Q Q Q _ N Z T T T Q T T O Y Y N N 0 Ix 0 W W~ N O OJ N to Lo ro v v e L W ~LU W W Goh CC1 N - .Q.1J N N NO O M m UQ o o V) m v v J� r .— Q U N F. Y v v N IT v Cl) L d U LL E LU E E >- OZ) o 0 o rn rn z Z FQ o 0 o E E E > j w vc ak 0 Go 0 d' 0 � � U I- CL o Z L O W Y Y Y Y Y Y W > w 3 3 3 3 3 3 Z w J W X X X X X X �.. 3 m O O O O O O O Q F- D QQ N N M N N ch Z Oo O O O oD O OD 00 O Q U IL W U U U F C C C _ 2q Ov OU OU U U U C� a LL LL LL F- F- F- G C C C C C C J Q 7 7 7 7 7 7 U p w w w w w w tQL J J LL. o 0 0 0 0 Fe. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 OZ� o 0 0 0 0 0 N N 00 0 0 0 0 0 0 F—C N N N N N N CD V O Z UJ ab w co ao oo ao Z o 0 F- O J 00 0 O 00 O O V Z n � N n' C) �OfJ a E J a v) `9 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 9, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2090 Mr. William N. Hughes Town of Murphy P.O. Box 130 Murphy,North Carolina 28906-0130 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 NCO020940 Town of Murphy Murphy WWTP Case No. LV-2010-0409 Cherokee County - Dear Mr. Hughes: This letter transmits a Notice of Violation and assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $2,692.000 ($2,625.00 civil penalty+ $67.00 enforcement costs) against the Town of Murphy. This assessment is based upon the following facts: a review has been conducted of the discharge monitoring report(DMR) submitted by the Town of Murphy for the month of September 2010. This review has shown the subject facility to be in violation of the discharge limitations and/or monitoring requirements found in NPDES Permit NC0020940. The violations which occurred in September 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 Murphy violated the terms, conditions or requirements of NPDES Permit NCO020940 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 Murphy: Non hCarolina _� �atlll'll��lf 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 I of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $375.00 NC0020940, by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly Geometric Mean limit for FEC COLI. 2 of the 3 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $750.00 NC0020940,by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Weekly Average limit for TSS - Conc. 1 of the 1 violations of G.S. 143-215.1(a)(6) and NPDES Permit No. $1,500.00 NC0020940,by discharging waste water into the waters of the State in violation of the Permit Monthly Average limit for TSS - Conc. 2,625.00 TOTAL CIVIL PENALTY $67.00 Enforcement Costs $2,692.00 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 round or surface water quantity or quality or on air quality; ( ) g q Y q tY q Y; (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 o£ 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. ::sting remission is not the proper procedure for contesting whether the violation(s) ,curred 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 contu 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 S:`,SWII1Citerol.ec Spa.5teN atei",%,lunicil)al',Murlitiv 11 tt'I'll 209-10'J_.. -2010-0409Aoc JUSTIFICATION FOR REMISSION REQUEST DWQ Case Number: LV-2010-0409 County: Cherokee Assessed Party: Town of Murphy Permit No.: NC0020940 Amount Assessed: $2,692.00 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. 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 ENVIRONIVIL AND NATURAL RESOURCES COUNTY OF CHEROKEE IN THE MATTER OF ASSESSMENT ) WAIVER OF RIGHT TO AN OF CIVIL PENALTIES AGAINST ) ADMINSTRATIVE HEARING AND STIPULATION OF FACTS THE TOWN OF MURPHY ) PERMIT NO. NCO020940 ) FILE NO. LV-2010-0409 Having been assessed civil penalties totaling$2,692.00 for violation(s) as set forth in the assessment document of the Division of Water Quality dated December 9, 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 , j ADDRESS TELEPHONE d d d d w w d d d d a 9 °' 8 a) T) 6 w 6 w Z g w 0 w 0 O a m m m w C1 H � d `m d o d O Q Q Q L > N m al L Q a) 5 O W It uj m o p I--r oro M 0 0 uW Ct J e., Q U d V V V M O L d U LLw E z oQ E E E E O= � at U W O d' O V Z Z � LLJ L N j aYi aYi CD aa)i a) w 3 3 3 3 3 U C LL m 0 Cl) M m Q c w Z m O O o 0 0 0 Q ~ D Q~ O N M Z O� W W _ O Cl O O O LU U a w a IL � F � U 0 w w w w w LL J ' J FLLQ-a o 0 0 0 0 O O N �� o 0 0 0 0 Cl _ �a N N N N N V O Z w o) d) w W (� Z r J o 0 0 0 0 W Q ui ui La o d Z P7 M Cl) J d vil 64 49 ..,,. 4 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins bee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 10, 2010 Mr. Danny McIntosh, Mayor Town of Burnsville P.O. Box 97 Burnsville, North Carolina 28714-0097 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0177 Permit No. NCO020290 Burnsville WWTP Yancey County Dear Mayor McIntosh: A review of Burnsville WWTP's monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency - Ammonia Nitrogen Week ending 07/03/2010 3 X/Week 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 and also a copy to this office. 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 828/296-4600. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: DWQ Asheville Files DWQ Central Files Water Quality Lab & Operations/ORC S:1SWP1Yancey\Wastewater\Municipal\Burnsville WWTP 202901NOV-2010-MV-0177.doc One No Carolina raturul1; 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 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 10, 2010 Mr. Daniel Almers Cullasaja Homeowner's Association 1371 Cullasaja Club Drive Highlands, North Carolina 28741 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-MV-0176 Permit No. NCO064416 Cullasaja WWTP Jackson County Dear Mr. Almers: A review of Cullasaja WWTP's monitoring report for July 2010 showed the following violations: Parameter Date Measuring Violation Frequency Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/03/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/04/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/10/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/11/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/17/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/18/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/24/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/25/2010 Continuous Failure to Monitor Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant 07/31/2010 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 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 and also a copy to this office. Please note in Part tl, Section A of your NPDES Permit#NCO064416 under Continuous Flow Measurement': "Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility." 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 One Environmental Inc./ORC S:\SWP\Jackson\Wastewater\Minors\Cullasaja HCA 64416\NOV-2010-MV-0176.doc NorthCarolina N17turWiff 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 f-_�,, �-_ ��� 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 December 10, 2010 Mr. Garvin Trinks McDowell County Schools 709 Sugar Hill Road Marion, North Carolina 28752 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION NOV-2010-LV-0439 Permit No. NCO067148 Nebo Elementary School WWTP McDowell County Dear Mr. Trinks A review of Nebo Elementary School WWTP's monitoring report for May 2010 showed the following violation: Parameter Date Limit Value Reported Value Limit Type Flow, in conduit or thru 05/31/2010 0.0075 mgd 0.012 mgd Monthly Average 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 to this office within 15 days of receipt of this letter addressing this increase in flow at Nebo Elementary School and what steps will be taken to reduce the influent flow to the WWTP. 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 James & James Environmental/ORC S:\SWP\McDowell\Wastewater\Minots\Nebo School 67148\NOV-2010-LV-0439.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 A70�'a MCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Coleen H. Sullins Beverly Eaves Perdue Director Dee Freeman Governor Secretary December 10,2010 Tim Phillips 878 Cascade Lake Rd Pisgah Forest,North Carolina 28768 Subject: Notice of Violation and Recommendation for Enforcement NOV-2009-OP-0045 `Incident Closure Henderson County Dear Mr. Phillips: The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)has conducted a site visit to inspect the sediment removal work related to the NOV-2009-OP-0045. 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 and hard work. Should you have any questions regarding these matters, please contact me at(828)296-4664. Sincerely, ; Chuck eflo Environmental Specialist Surface Water Protection Section cc: NPSCAOU ARO File Copy S:\S WP\Henderson\Complaints\Soapstone\CLO.12.09.10.doc — SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 NOrthCar'Olina Phone:828-296-4500\FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 f� Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ��tKr�bbr/ � 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 December 13, 2010 Mr. Henry Knaust 2655 Tarpon Road Naples, FL 34102 Subject: Request for More Information 401 Water Quality Certification Knaust Property—Shoreline Stabilization DWQ Project# 10-0937 Jackson County Response deadline: January 13, 2011 Dear Mr. Knaust: The Division of Water Quality(DWQ)has performed a preliminary review of a 461 Water Quality Certification application submitted for the above referenced property. Additional information will be required in order to complete the review process. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. As you are aware, Ms. Susan Wilson has had continued discussions, along with e-mail correspondence, with you regarding the necessity of a dry stack and/or boulder wall along your property. In addition, Ms. Wilson has had conversations with your contractor, Mr. Shook, regarding your proposal. The DWQ is still not persuaded of your necessity of a large, continuous dry stack and/or boulder wall along the shoreline(and Ms. Wilson has also spoken with Lisa Leatherman of Duke Energy regarding your proposal). The site appears to have excellent vegetation along the shoreline, which supports aquatic life and promotes habitat. The area around your boat dock may need some attention and the Division will consider a proposal for stabilization along that area. Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 one L, 11 011.11a Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-7043 4 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOl'tit�af Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer .......... .... .. Mr.Knaust December 13,2010 Page 2 of 2 In order to further process your application, the Division will need photo-documentation of the site and a detailed description and diagram from you, or your contractor, regarding the proposed work. A narrative of the need for the dry stack/boulder wall should also be provided(along with information as to why rip-rap will not meet your long term needs). A narrative should also be provided detailing how the work will be performed. A copy of the application and diagram to detail impacts was sent to your contractor. Please provide your response in writing to the addresses below by January 13, 2011. Four copies of the required information should be provided to the 401 Permitting Unit to: Mr. Ian McMillan 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Ms. Susan A. Wilson Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 If we do not hear from you by the deadline, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and i we will consider the project withdrawn. This letter only addresses the preliminary application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized(at this time) by the DWQ. Please call Susan A.Wilson (828) 296-4500, if you have any questions. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: US Army Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office David McHenry -North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Sherwin Shook(e-copy) Ian McMillan- 401 Permitting Unit ARO File copy S:\SWPVackson\401s\Non-DOT\Knaust-shoreline stab-Glenville\Addlnfo.Knaust Prop.12 2010.doc AGLA— NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality .aerly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman dvernor Director Secretary December 14,2010 MEMORANDUM TO: Joshua B.Deyton, Division 14 Bridge Manager,NCDOT h FROM: Michael R. Parker,NCDWQ, Asheville Regional Office SUBJECT: Division 14 Low Impact Bridge Scoping Review Comments BD-5114E Bridge No. 7, Clay County BD-5114C Bridge No. 23, Graham County BD-5114B Bridge No. 128,Henderson County BD-5114D Bridge No. 52,Macon County BD-5114A Bridge No. 72,Transylvania County NCDWQ offers the following scoping comments for the above referenced projects: Project Specific Comments BD-5114E Bridge No.7 over Fires Creek,Clay County 1. Fires Creek is class WS-IV-Trout-ORW waters of the State. NCDWQ recommends that the most protective sediment and erosion control BMP's be implemented to reduce the risk of turbidity violations in trout waters. In addition, all disturbances within trout buffers shall be conducted in accordance with the NC Division of Land Resources and NC Wildlife Resources Commission. 2. Should NC Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) identify these waters as naturally reproducing trout waters,NCDOT will be required to observe the NCWRC—recommended moratoria for trout. In additions,NCDWQ will require that NCDOT strictly adhere to North Carolina regulations entitled "Design Standards in Sensitive Watersheds" [15A NCAC 4B .0124] throughout design and construction of the project. 3. NCDOT may be required to obtain a State Stormwater Permit for this project in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.1000. This will depend on the impervious surface of the new bridge. BD-5114C Bridge No.23 over Sweetwater Creek,Graham County 1. Sweetwater Creek is class WS-III Trout waters. 2. The unnamed tributary to Sweetwater Creek which parallels NCSR 1212 on the northeast side of the road may also be impacted. 3. NCDOT will be required to observe the NCWRC—recommended moratoria for trout. NCWRC may request"Design Standards for Sensitive Watersheds" [15A NCAC 4B .0124] because of the trout waters. ,)RFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION-Asheville Regional Office One 2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778-8211 NOrthCarohna Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299.7043 � Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 xvtu Lp+�bt// Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer BD-5114B,Bridge 128 over the Hungry River,Henderson County 1. The Hungry River is class WS-III-Trout waters. 2. The unnamed tributary to Sweetwater Creek which parallels NCSR 1212 on the northeast side of the road may also be impacted. 3. NCDOT will be required to observe the NCWRC—recommended moratoria for trout. NCWRC may request"Design Standards for Sensitive Watersheds" [15A NCAC 4B .0124] because of the trout waters. BD-5114D,Bridge No. 52 over Cowetta Creek,Macon County 1. Cowetta Creek is class B Trout waters. 2. NCDOT will be required to observe the NCWRC—recommended moratoria for trout. NCWRC may request"Design Standards for Sensitive Watersheds" [15A NCAC 4B .0124] because of the trout waters. BD-5114A,Bridge No. 72 over Frozen Creek,Transylvania County 1. Frozen Creek is class C Trout waters. 2. NCDOT will be required to observe the NCWRC—recommended moratoria for trout. NCWRC may request"Design Standards for Sensitive Watersheds" [15A NCAC 4B .0124] because of the trout waters. General Comments Regarding Bridge Replacement Projects �- 1. NCDWQ is very concerned with sediment and erosion impacts that could result from these projects. NCDOT shall address these concerns by describing the potential impacts that may occur to the aquatic environments and any mitigating factors that would reduce the impacts. 2. If foundation test borings are necessary; it shall be noted in the document Geotechnical work is approved under General 401 Certification Number 3687/Nationwide Permit No. 6 for Survey Activities. 3. These Low Impact Bridge Projects must fall under Nationwide Permit No. 3 to qualify for Low Impact; otherwise, standard permitting procedures will be required. Example(Regional General Permit No. 31,Nationwide Permit No. 23,Nationwide Permit No. 13,etc.) 4. Whenever possible,NCDWQ prefers spanning structures. Spanning structures usually do not require work within the stream or grubbing of the stream banks and do not require stream channel realignment. The horizontal and vertical clearances provided by bridges shall allow for human and wildlife passage beneath the structure. Fish passage and navigation by canoeists and boaters shall not be blocked. Bridge supports(bents)should not be placed in the stream when possible. 5. 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 NCDWQ's Stormwater Best Management Practices. 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. 7. Bridge piles and bents shall be constructed using driven piles(hammer or vibratory)or drilled shaft construction methods.More specifically,jetting or other methods of pile driving are prohibited without prior written approval from NCDWQ first. 8. No drill slurry or water that has been in contact with uncured concrete shall be allowed to enter surface waters. This water shall be captured,treated,and disposed of properly. 9. All pile driving or drilling activities shall be enclosed in turbidity curtains unless otherwise approved by NCDWQ in this certification. 10. All bridge construction shall be performed from the existing bridge,temporary work bridges, temporary causeways, or floating or sunken barges., If work conditions require barges,they shall be - floated into position and then sunk. The barges shall not be sunk and then dragged into position.Under no circumstances should barges be dragged along the bottom of the surface water. 11. 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. _ 12. 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. 13. Heavy equipment shall be operated from the banks rather than in the stream channel in order to minimize sedimentation and reduce the introduction of other pollutants into the stream. This equipment shall be inspected daily and maintained to prevent contamination of surface waters from leaking fuels, lubricants,hydraulic fluids,or other toxic materials. 14. If temporary access roads or detours are constructed, the site shall be .graded to its preconstruction contours and elevations. Disturbed areas shall be seeded or mulched to stabilize the soil and appropriate native woody species shall be planted. When using temporary structures the area shall be cleared but not grubbed. Clearing the area with chain saws, mowers, bush-hogs, or other mechanized equipment and leaving the stumps and root mat intact allows the area to re-vegetate naturally and minimizes soil disturbance. 15. Sediment and erosion control measures sufficient to protect water resources must be implemented and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual and the most recent version of NCS000250. 16. In most cases, the NCDWQ prefers the replacement of the existing structure at the same location with road closure. If road closure is not feasible, a temporary detour shall be designed and located to avoid wetland impacts,minimize the need for clearing and to avoid destabilizing stream banks. If the structure will be on a new alignment, the old structure shall be removed and the approach fills removed from the 100-year floodplain. Approach fills shall be removed and restored to the natural ground elevation. The area shall be stabilized with grass and planted with native tree species. Tall fescue shall not be used in riparian areas. Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments at this time. NCDOT is reminded that issuance of a 401 Water Quality Certification requires that appropriate measures be instituted to ensure that water quality standards are met and designated uses are not degraded or lost. If you have any questions or require additional information,please contact Mike Parker at 828-296-4500. cc: Lori Beckwith,USACE,Asheville Field Office Chris Lee,NCDOT,Division 14 Bridge Maintenance Engineer Mark Davis,NCDOT,Division 14 Environmental Officer Marla Chambers,NCWRC Transportation Permitting Unit NCDOT Low Impact Bridge Seeping Comments Division 14 WDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 14,2010 Mr. J. B. Setzer,P.E. Division 14 Engineer N.C. Department of Transportation 253 Webster Road Sylva,North Carolina 28779 Subject: Inspection NCSR 1331 (Hanging Dog Road) DWQ Project 09-0256 TIP No. B-3430 Cherokee County Dear Mr. Setzer: On December 8, 2010, I inspected the bridge construction work on NCSR 1331 (Hanging Dog Road)in Cherokee 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)NCSR 1331 B-3430 Inspection Letter December 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 L,r�-� 1 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NOPt 1�alOI1TIa Internet:www.ncwaterguality.org R'tlfr�t��,l� An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer A l /� l DWO Site Visits for DOT Proiects Field Sheet DWQ representative: Michael R.Parker Date: December 8,2010 County: Cherokee Region: Asheville DOT Division: Division 14 Activity: X 401 Compliance Evaluation ❑ Complaint ❑DWQ Follow Up Evaluation ❑ Other DWQ 401 #: i NW Permit#: 23 IP#: Project Name: Replacement of Bridge TIP No.3430 Location of Project: NCSR 1331 at intersection of NCSR 1338. 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 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 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 Projects Background Info Name of Waterway(s): Hanging Dog Creek Basin/Subbasin: Hiwassee 040502 Wetland Type: ❑Isolated x❑Non-Isolated(Waters of US) Stream Class: ❑Class B ❑303d Listed ❑WS-11 ❑WS-V ❑SB X❑Class C ❑ORW ❑Trout ❑WS-III ❑NSW ❑HQW ❑WS-I ❑WS-IV ❑SA [—]CA Type of Authorized Impact: ❑Culvert []Bottomless Culvert X❑Bridge ❑Bottomless Arch ❑Riprap Inlet/Outlet Stabilization X❑Fill Authorized Wetland Impacts: X❑0— 1/10`h acre ❑1/11d'to 1/3rd acre ❑1/3`d to 1.0 acre ❑> 1.0 acre Authorized Stream Impacts: X❑< 150 linear feet ❑> 150 linear feet Additional comments: Reviewed project with NCDOT on-site staff.Contractor has completed work on one half of the bridge and is work on drilling holes for pilings. Please ensure the drilling slurry does not enter Hanging Dog Creek. Sediment and erosion control measures appeared to be operating properly. Continue to maintain erosion control devices and continue with seeding and matting as required to protect State surface waters. B-3430 NCSR 1331(Hanging Dog Road)December 2010 RMENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 16, 2010 Mack Edmisten, Director of Public Utilities City of Lenoir P.O. Box 958 Lenoir, North Carolina 28645 Subject: Permit No. W00035148 City of Lenoir Dennis Harris-Roberts Lane Wastewater Collection System Extension Caldwell County Dear Mr. Edmisten: In accordance with your application received December 9, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. W00035148, dated December 16, 2010, to the City of Lenoir 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 §143-21.5.6C, 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 Lenoir December 16, 2010 Pa 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 Lenoir for the construction and operation of approximately 715 linear feet of 8- inch gravity sewer to serve 6 lots at 360 gpd/lot as part of the Dennis Harris-Roberts Lane project, and the discharge of 2,160 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Lenoir's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received December 9, 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 Lenoir's Gunpowder Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0023736) 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, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Caldwell County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0023736) G. Cecil Clark, P.E./Clark &Associates, Inc. Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files S_ASWMaidweli\Collection SvstemslLenoir Collection Svstem1WQ0035148 Dennis Harris Roberts lane 12 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 W0003514$, City of Lenoir. Dennis Harris-Roberts Lane Project Caldwell CountyDecember 1e 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 .f NO WQ0035148 City of Lenoir, Dennis Harris-Roberts Lane Project, Caldwell CountyDecember 16 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 16th Day of December, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION 1-4 or of n H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035148 3 PERMIT NO W00035148 City of Lenoir. Dennis Harris-Roberts Lane Project Caldwell CountyDecember 1b ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Lenoir for the construction and operation of approximately 715 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to serve 6 lots at 360 gpd/lot as part of the Dennis Harris-Roberts Lane project, and the discharge of 2,160 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Lenoir's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received December 9, 2010 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. ENGINEERS 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. AN FA -......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 December 16, 2010 Shane Dale, Director of Public Works Town of Burnsville P.O. Box 97 Burnsville, N.C. 28714 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035149 Town of Burnsville Highway 19, Utility Relocation Wastewater Collection System Extension Yancey County Dear Mr. Dale: In accordance with your application received December 13, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035149, dated December 16, 2010, to the Town of Burnsville 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%recycled110%o post-consumer paper Town of Burnsville December 16, 2010 PG- 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 Burnsville for the construction and operation of approximately 3,641 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer; as well as approximately 4,238 linear feet of 6-inch force main as replacement of existing sewer as part of the Highway 19, Utility Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Burnsville's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received December 13, 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 Burnsville's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0020290) 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, R UL &_� A for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: Yancey County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0020290) Harry B. Buckner, P.E./McGill Associates, P.A. Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SAMMYancevTollection SystemsTurnsville Collection System\W00035149 Highway 19,Utility Relocation 12 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 §143-215.1 C. 1 PERMIT NO.WQ0035149,Town of Burnsville, Hwy 19, Utility Relocation Project Yancey County December 16 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 NO.WQ0035149,Town of Burnsville, Hwy 19, Utility Relocation Project,Yancey County December 16 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 16th day of December, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for of n H. Sul ins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission -�' Permit Number WQ0035149 3 PERMIT NO W00035149 Town of Burnsville Hwy 19 Utility Relocation Project Yancey County December 16, ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION— POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the Town of Burnsville for the construction and operation of approximately 3,641 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer; as well as approximately 4,238 linear feet of 6- inch force main as replacement of existing sewer as part of the Highway 19, Utility Relocation project, and the discharge of 0 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the Town of Burnsville'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. A 4 ..f..M. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 16, 2010 Charles Abernathy, County Manager McDowell County 60 East Court Street Marion, N.C. 28752 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035151 Modification McDowell County Foothills Poultry Processing Plant Wastewater Collection System Extension McDowell County Dear Mr. Abernathy: In accordance with your application received December 10, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035151, dated December 16, 2010, to the City of Marion 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. WQ0034767 issued May 26, 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 275 linear feet of 2-inch force main addition. 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 McDowell County December 16, 2010 I . 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 McDowell County for the construction and operation of a 50—gallon per minute pump station with duplex pumps, on-site audible and visual high water alarms, and on-site generator with automatic transfer switch; as well as approximately 875 linear feet of 2-inch force main to serve the Foothills Poultry Processing Pilot Plant as part of the Foothills Poultry Processing Plant project, and the discharge of 8,950 gallons per day of collected industrial wastewater into the City of Marion's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received December 10, 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; AND, The continued operation of a Pilot Poultry processing plant with 10 employees, processing 1,000 chickens per day. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Marion's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0031879) prior to being discharged into the receiving stream. This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between McDowell County and the City of Marion for the collection and final treatment of wastewater is in full force and effect. 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, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: McDowell County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0031879) Randall D. Hintz, P.E./McGill Associates, P.A. City of Marion WWTP Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files SASWP\McDowell\Collection Systems\Marion Collection System\W00035151 Foothills Poultry Processing Pilot 12 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. PERMIT NO.WQ0035151, McDowell County, Foothills Poultry Processing Project, McDowell County December 16, 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 NO.WQ0035151, McDowell County Foothills Poultry Processing Project McDowell County December 16 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 16t" day of December, 2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for tol en H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035151 3 PERMIT NO.W00035151, McDowell County, Foothills Poultry Processing Protect, McDowell County December 16, ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION - POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to McDowell County for the construction and operation of a 50—gallon per minute pump station with duplex pumps, on-site audible and visual high water alarms,and on-site generator with automatic transfer switch;as well as approximately 875 linear feet of 2-inch force main to serve the Foothills Poultry Processing Pilot Plant as part of the Foothills Poultry Processing Plant project,and the discharge of 8,950 gallons per day of collected industrial wastewater into the City of Marion's existing sewerage system AND, The continued operation of a Pilot Poultry processing plant with 10 employees, processing 1,000 chickens per day. 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 December 16, 2010 J. Robert Boyette, City Manager City of Marion P.O. Drawer 700 Marion, N.C. 28752 Subject: Permit No. WQ0035150 Modification City of Marion Sugar Hill Road Water& Sewer Extension Wastewater Collection System Extension McDowell County Dear Mr. Boyette: In accordance with your application received December 13, 2010, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0035150, dated December 16, 2010, to the City of Marion 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. WQ0033867 issued March 9, 2009 (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 1 - 124 gpm pump station, 630 feet of 4-inch force main, 167—3 bedroom dwellings, 200,000 sq. ft. of retail space, and 75.9 acres of non-residential development . 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 Marion December 16, 2010 PG- 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 Marion for the construction and operation of approximately 5,525 linear feet of 8- inch gravity sewer; a 124—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 630 linear feet of 4-inch force main serve 211 3-bedroom residences, a shopping center with 400,000 sq. ft. of retail space, and 75.9 acres of non-residential development as part of the Sugar Hill Road Water& Sewer Extension project, and the discharge of 146,912 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Marion's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received December 13, 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; AND, The continued operation of a 200-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, a 306- 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 4,490 linear feet of 6-inch force main. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in .the City of Marion's Wastewater Treatment Facility (Permit No. NC0031879) 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, for Coleen H. Sullins, Director Division of Water Quality cc: McDowell County Building Inspector ARO, Surface Water Protection (WWTF Permit No. NC0031879) Randall D. Hintz,P.E./McGill Associates, P.A. Surface Water Protection Section Central Files PERCS Files s\SWP\McDowell\Collection Systems\Marion Collection System\WQ0035150 Sugar Hill Road Water and Sewer Extension 12 16 2010.doc j 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.WQ0035150,City of Marion,Sugar Hill Rd.Water&Sewer Extension Project,McDowell County December 1 u, 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 NCG01.0000, 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 NO.WQ0035150,City of Marion,Sugar Hill Rd.Water&Sewer Extension Project,McDowell County December 16,2010 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 16th day of December,2010 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION for tol4en H. Su Iffins, Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0035150 3 PERMIT NO.WQ0035150,City of Marion,Sugar Hill Rd.Water&Sewer Extension Project,McDowell County December 1t, ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION — POST CONSTRUCTION System Description: permission is hereby granted to the City of Marion for the construction and operation of approximately 5,525 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer;a 124—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 630 linear feet of 4-inch force main serve 211 3-bedroom residences,a shopping center with 400,000 sq.ft.of retail space,and 75.9 acres of non-residential development as part of the Sugar Hill Road Water&Sewer Extension project,and the discharge of 146,912 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Marion's existing sewerage system;AND, The continued operation of a 200-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, a 306-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 4,490 linear feet of 6-inch force main. 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. ENGINEERS 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. WYWA R�.� �rA - NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 21, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7615 2106 7009 1680 0000 7615 2137 Mr. Ken Nelon Bell South (3108 Memorial Drive) (109 Buddy Lane) Post Office Box 162 1155 Peachtree Street NE Lake Lure, North Carolina 28746 Atlanta, Georgia 30309 7009 1680 0000 7516 2113 7009 1680 0000 7515 2144 Mr. Robert Gurley Mr. William Nicholson (114 Buddy Lane) (120 Buddy Lane) 2430 U.S. Highway 70 West 191 Quail Ridge Road Goldsboro, North Carolina 27530 Fletcher, North Carolina 28732 7009 1680 0000 7515 2120 7009 1680 0000 7515 2151 Mr. Thurman Short Mr. Jim H. Cook (127 Buddy Lane) (163 Sea Wish Way) 1430 Deal Road Post Office Box 734 Blacksburg, South Carolina 29702 Lake Lure, North Carolina 28746 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION/NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-DV-0425 Incident No. 201003337 Overflowing Sewer 109,114,120, & 127 Buddy Lane Rutherford County Dear Sirs and Madams: It is the understanding of staff of the Asheville Regional Office that a privately owned sewer line runs up and under the property at 3108 Memorial Drive and is overflowing on the property. This same sewer line extends to serve that portion(s) of 109, 114,120,127 _ Buddy Lane, and 163 Sea Wish Way. Information also indicates that the persons receiving this letter make use of one or the other of these lines. All users of this line need to immediately make arrangements to repair the line. North Carolina Division of Water Quality;Asheville Regional Office One Location:2090 U.S.Hwy.70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 27107 NorhCarol n.a Phone:828.296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 t /i Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org Noduralt 1/ An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer �/ NOV-2010-DV-0425 Private Sewer Overflow, Page 2 of 2 North Carolina General Statute 13A-335(a) says that a person owning a residence shall provide an approved wastewater system. Continued dependence on an overflowing sewer places at risk your ability to continue to live in your house. Those of you using the overflowing sewer should get it repaired immediately. It is presumed that the sewer line(s) do not occupy deeded right-of-way. Each residence that is connected to this line(s) is responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the sewer line(s). When an overflow occurs on this sewer line(s) ALL residences connected are responsible for the repair of the sewer line(s). Failure to repair a sewage overflow can result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day. Please respond within fifteen days (16) of receipt of this letter regarding repair(s)to the overflowing sewer. Please notify Mr. Don Price at 828-296-4500 when repairs are complete. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards,'Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: Chris Braund, Lake Lure Town Manager Environmental Health Director, Rutherford County Don Price, ARO Deborah Gore, PERCS SASWP\Rutherford\Collection Systems\Chimney Rock Collection System\NOV 2010 Dy 0425 Buddy Lane Lake Lure.doc 1;" 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 December 21, 2010 Anna A Payne, Town Manager Town of Murphy PO Box 130 Murphy NC 28906-0130 Subject: Technical Assistance Town of Murphy WWTP NPDES Permit No. NCO020940 Cherokee County Dear Ms. Payne: A technical assistance visit of the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) that serves the Town of Murphy was conducted on December 17, 2010 by Keith Haynes and me of the Asheville Regional Office. The assistance and cooperation of Mr. Scott Helton, WWTP ORC (operator in Responsible Charge), is greatly appreciated. The purpose of this Technical Assistance was to assist in making determinitations and observations into the on-going NPDES permit non-compliance issues at the subject facility. It was also the intent of the Technical Assistance visit to find ways of more efficient WWTP and system operating techniques. By enhancing WWTP system operations, we help eliminate permit violations and improve water quality. A report is attached for your records and findings are summarized. Site/System Review The following system components were reviewed during the visit: Influent Screening, Sequencing Batch Reactors, Post Flow Equalization, Digester and Solids processing, Chlorination and De- Chlorination. Results of on-site analysis conducted for pH, Temperature, SBR solids accumulation in mg/L, and alkalinity are included on the attached report. Current staffing allows for only a minimum amount of system maintenance and inspection to be conducted. The current staff does consists only of the ORC and a part-time back-up ORC. The ORC does both system.operation and maintenance, and Industrial Pretreatment. In addition to WWTP staffing, current Solids Management strategy's need to be evaluated. This should include all digester capacities and sludge storage in addition to sludge press capabilities. It is suggested that system staffing be reviewed as a part of any study the Town may conduct. North Carolina Division of Water Quality,Asheville Regional Office Location:2090 U.S.Hwy.70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 27107 brie Phone:828.296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 One Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org �f�tlll"��Cl�j An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer it Town of Murphy WWTP Permit#NC0020940 TA,Page 2 of 2 Suggestions/Recommendations The current WWTP shows signs of ineffective sludge management capabilities and lack of system process control based on indications observed at the Time of the Technical Assistance. It is suggested the Town of Murphy have NCRWA (North Carolina Rural Water) conduct a pump station `draw-down' of ALL pump stations in the Town of Murphy system. This would allow for a more direct effort to address what the ORC has described as `Slug Loads' entering the WWTP. Also in addition to the pump station draw downs, a review of Cherokee County wide 'Septic/Port-a- John ` haulers needs to be conducted with written notices sent out to determine `IF' they are the cause of slug loads. When results are compiled, the Town of Murphy should look at entering into an SOC (Special Order by Consent), to correct deficiencies that are identified at the WWTP. If there are questions or additional information is needed regarding system operation, process control, or an NPDES permit question, please let me know. Thank you for the opportunity to conduct this Technical Assistance. Sincerely, /�-p� Donald R. Price, CET Waste Water Treatment Plant Consultant Asheville Regional Office Division of Water Quality Attachments: CC: ARO - SWP TACU Unit— Raleigh Scott Helton —Town of Murphy WWTP, ORC Mike Warsac, P.E./ McGill Associates S:1SWP\Cherokee\Wastewater\Municipal\Murphy WWTP 20940\Town of Murphy TA Ltr 12 17 2010.doc 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 15I 31 N00020940 111 121 10/12/17 117 18I DI 19I SI 20IU Remarks 29111111111IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII Jill [ Ill IIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ------------------------Reserved-----—------------- 67 I 1 69 70'2 I 71 I I 721 NJ 73 L ' 174 751 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) Murphy WWTP 10:30 AM 10/12/17 07/10/01 Payne St Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Murphy NC 28906 P y 11:45 AM 10/12/17 12/08/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/ritles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Matthew Scott Helton/ORC/828-837-2510/ Name,Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number Anna A Payne,PO Sox 130 Murphy NC 289060130//828-837-2510/ Contacted No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Operations&Maintenance 0 Sludge Handling Disposal 0 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 Don Price �� �(,�,� ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ (Z—Zl -20ja si Keith Haynes ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ 3r 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 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type (cont.) 3I NCO02O 40 I11 12I 10/12/17 I17 18IDI Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) This Technical Assistance was conducted due to NPDES Permit NCO020940 (Town of Murphy) limits violations that have been occurring during the past year. On-site analysis was conducted of Influent and Effluent pH, Temp. and alkalinity. Results are as follows- Inf. pH-7.08 su, Temp. 12.9 degrees C., alkalinity >/=120 mg/L; Eff. pH 7.09 su, Temp. 13.4 degrees C., alkalinity>/= 100 mg/L. SBR#1 was in operation during the TA, MLSS determinations were made indicting a level of 2200-2270 mg/L. Discussions with ORC Scott Helton indicated this is the current level that facility tries to operate. There are issues with wasting due to current problems with slug loading and weather. It is suggested the facility review current solids management strategy and wasting capacity. Facility needs more wasting capability and means to get solids out of system. Also, a Facility'Process Control' scheme needs to be developed that'tracks' solids removal, BOD removal, TSS removal, Alkalinity, pH, and DO profile, for the entire SBR process. This'Process Control' plan should be conducted "DAILY" until facility shows compliance with all limits and conditions of NPDES permit NC0020940. The facility should review entering into an SOC (Special Order by Concent) in order to allow facility time to get solids managemnet and Process Control strategy in place. n Page# 2 -- - ------ - - - --- 11- _I- ---- Permit: NCO020940 Owner-Facility: Murphy WWTP Inspection Date: 12/17/2010 Inspection Type: Technical Assistance Operations&Maintenance Yes No NA NE Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ■ 0 ❑ ❑ Does the facility analyze process control parameters,for ex: MLSS,MCRT,Settleable Solids,pH, DO,Sludge ❑ ■ ❑ 0 Judge,and other that are applicable? Comment: Facility was currently under some construction at the time of the Technical Assistance. Discussions with ORC, Scott Helton, indicate facility does 'periodic' MLSS determination(s), with no set schedule. It is suggested that a 'Process Control'scheme be established, taking MLSS, pH, DO profile, Alkalinity, on a DAILY basis, 5 days per week. Data collected should then be charted and determine trends for BEST operational strategy to implement. Sequencing Batch Reactors Yes No NA NE Type of operation: Duplex Is the reactor effluent free of solids? ❑ ■ ❑ ❑ Does minimum fill time correspond to the peak hour flow rate of the facility? ® ❑ ❑ ❑ Is aeration and mixing cycled on and off during fill? ® ❑ n ❑ The operator understands and can explain the process? ® ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: ORC, Scott Helton appears to understand the process, but does not collect data sufficient enough to show the effectiveness of the process. A solids management strategy needs to implemented to show wasting rates, sludge digestion rates,sludge press rates, and overall solids removal from the process. Aerobic Digester Yes No NA NE Is the capacity adequate? ❑ ■ ❑ 0 Is the mixing adequate? I=1 ® ❑ 0 Is the site free of excessive foaming in the tank? ® ❑ 0 ❑ #Is the odor acceptable? 0000 #Is tankage available for properly waste sludge? ❑ ® ❑ ❑ Comment: Solids digester capacity and solids managemnet capabilities for this facility are questionable. ORC has indicated he experiences periods of'slug loading(s)', which appear to be caused by septic/port-a-john pumpers. It is suggested that a 'Slug Control' program be established in addition to on-site process control that allows facility staff to make best determination for managing solids during the slug periods. Survey(s) of current area pumpers should be made and mailings sent out to all parties regarding the slug loads. Also, suggest that advertisements in local newspapaer be taken to notify public of sludge issues and need for information. Page# 3 -A�34xft")74 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 21, 2010 Mr. Buddy Young Lake Junaluska Assembly P.O. Box 67 Lake Junaluska,NC 28745 Subject: Request for More Information 401 Water Quality Certification Lake Junaluska—Sediment Disposal Site DWQ Project# 10-0888 Haywood County Response deadline: January 28, 2011 Dear Mr. Young: The Division of Water Quality(DWQ)has performed a preliminary review of a 401 Water Quality Certification application submitted for the above referenced property. Additional information will be required in order to omplete the review process. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project(you and Ms. Susan Wilson discussed these items on December 14, 2010). Additional Information Requested: 1. Regarding the proposed mitigation plan,please indicate on the plan sheet(and in writing) what culverts are to be removed. It is unclear from the diagram in the package (the DWQ has a small scale drawing in the back of the mitigation package, but it is unclear which culverts are to be removed, where they are located, and the specific length of each culvert to be removed). Also indicate the road that is to be removed and replanted. 2. With the removal of the culverts,please outline in writing how the work will be done to prevent sediment deposition(i.e., temporary pump around or other). Depending on the length of the culverts to be removed,please detail how the stream channel will be restored (if the lengths of culvert to be removed are over 20 feet this detail may be necessary). 3. After discussion with Ms. Lori Beckwith, of the US Army Corp of Engineers (USACOE), all mitigation and enhancement work must be completed prior to, or concurrently with, any impacts (i.e.,the stream restoration work must be done concurrently or prior to the impact for the disposal site). Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,$wannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 1�7One t� t Internet:www.ncwaterquality.org iV Ol thiCf Ja'�rro lina An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer Na��'`r►111 Mr.Young December 21,2010 Page 2 of 2 If Lake Junaluska Assembly wishes to perform the impacts concurrently with the mitigation, t_ USACOE and the DWQ must receive a signed letter from Haywood Soil and Water(as they are to perform the work) stating definitive dates when the mitigation work will be performed and completed. Only upon receipt of this letter would the USACOE and DWQ consider such a request. At this time the USACOE 404 permit states that the mitigation work must be performed prior to any impact(this permit would have to be modified if the Assembly does otherwise). 4. You stated that impacts of stormwater may be alleviated in the restoration and mitigation area (especially around the maintenance building). Please state what Lake Junaluska will do with regard to point source impacts from stormwater. Please provide your response in writing to the addresses below by January 28, 2011. Four copies of the required information should be provided to the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mr. Ian McMillan 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Ms. Susan A. Wilson Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 J If we do not hear from you by the deadline,we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project withdrawn. This letter only addresses the preliminary application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized(at this time)by the DWQ. Please call Ms.Wilson at 828-296-4665 or e-mail at susan.a.wilsonkncdenr.gov , if you have any further questions. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: Ms. Lori Beckwith-US Army Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office David McHenry-North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Ian McMillan 401 Permitting Unit Haywood County Planning ARO File copy S:\SWP\Haywood\401s\Non-DOT\Lake Junaluska Assembly Proj 12 2010\AddInfo.Lake Junaluska Assembly.12 2010.doc Ak ';�� r HCUR��i North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H.Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 22, 2010 Joe Henry Tellico Enterprises Inc 4175 Tellico Rd Franklin NC 28734 SUBJECT: Compliance Sampling Inspection Tellico Enterprises, Inc Permit No: NCG530071 Macon County Dear Mr. Henry: Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Sampling Inspection Report from the inspection which I conducted at your facility on November 8, 2010. The facility was found to be in Compliance with permit NCG530071 at the time of the inspection. Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 828-296- 4500. Sincerely Keith Hayneg Environmental Sr. Specialist Enclosure cc: Central Files Asheville Files S:\SWP\Macon\Wastewater\General\NCG53 Trout Farms\Te11ico\CSI11.8.101et.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.org Naturalf United States Environmental Protection Agency Form Approved. Washington,D.C.20460 EPA 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 LI 2 I SI 3' NCG530071 111 121 10/11/08 117 IBIS 191 c1 20II L! Remarks �-!! 211IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII6 Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CIA --------—---—-----------Reserved----------------- 67I 169 70I I 71II 721 NI 731 I 174 751 I I ( I ) I 180 Section B: Facility Data 1—LJ 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) 10:20 AM 10/11/08 08/08/25 Tellico Enterprises, Inc 4175 Tellico Rd Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date Franklin NC 28734 12:40 PM 10/11/08 12/07/31 Name(s)of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s) Other Facility Data Joe Henry/Manager/828-349-9034 / Name,Address of Responsible Officialrritle/Phone and Fax Number Joe Henry,4175 Tellico Rd Franklin NC 28734//828-349-9034/ Contacted No Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection(Check only those areas evaluated) Permit Facility Site Review 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 Date Roger C Edwards`lk ARO WQ//828-296-4500/ ' xl Lq o EPA Form 3560-3(Rev 9-94)Previous editions are obsolete. Page# 1 NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type 1 3' NCG530071 '11 12I 10/11/08 I17 18101 Lfj Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments(Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary) Samples results for grab samples collected during the inspection were as follows: BOD- 5.0 mg/I TSS-6.2 mg/I NH3 as N -0.68 mg/1 TKN as N- 1.1 mg/1 NO2+NO3 as N-0.06 mg/I Total phosphorus-0.15 mg/1 Results indicate compliance with permit limits at the time of the inspection. Please make sure that you are following your BMP for solids management,you complete your yearly monitoring requirements and maintain the results on site for review during the next inspection. Page# 2 Permit: NCG530071 Owner-Facility: Tellico Enterprises,Inc Inspection Date: 11/08/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Sampling 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? ■ ❑ 0 ❑ #Are there any special conditions for the permit? ❑ (l ■ ❑ Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection? Cl ❑ 0 Comment: The new manager should make sure he is familiar with the conditions of the permit. 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? ■ ❑ ❑ ❑ If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? ❑ ❑ ■ ❑ Comment: Page# 3 XAA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 22, 2010 Jane Fuqua, Property Manager IPM Corporation 2602 Hendersonville Road Arden,NC 28704 Subject: Request for More Information 401 Water Quality Certification UT to Cane Creek Restoration(Townes at Connor Creek Homeowners Association,Inc.) DWQ Project# 10-0950 Henderson County Response deadline: January 28, 2011 Dear Ms. Fuqua: The Division of Water Quality(DWQ)has performed a preliminary review of a 401 Water Quality Certification application submitted for the above referenced property. Additional information will be required in order to complete the review process. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project. Additional Information Requested: 1. There is a considerable amount of impervious surface area upstream and in the area of the project (which likely causes a significant hydraulic load during storm events). The Townes at Connor Creek Homeowners Association should be notified that the stream restoration/diversion may be subject to erosion over time, which again may have to be repaired. Please state how the Homeowners Association has been informed of this fact. Also explain if other means of stabilization, such as enhancement, of the eroded area was considered (rather than 330 linear feet of stream relocation and stabilization)? 2. The DWQ has confirmed that the former pond bottom is a jurisdictional wetland. You must provide an amended PCN application which reflects the impacts proposed to the wetland. As part of your PCN you must provide monitoring which will show wetland hydrology will not be affected by the project. Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-29645001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 One Internet:www.nGwaterquality.org NorthCa.rollna An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer �lltlll�gj�l,� Ms.Fuqua December 22,2010 Page 2 of 2 3. The DWQ concurs with the Wildlife Resources Commission's comments regarding the e. rip rap for constructed riffles (it is larger than the parent material in the stream and could lea, subsurface flow). DWQ recommends that native stone, appropriately sized, be used for the project. Please note Condition 11 of the Water Quality General Certification 3689 (associated with NWP 27), which states"rip-rap shall not be installed in the streambed except in specific areas required for velocity control." Information must be submitted to justify the size of the rip- rap stabilization if the Homeowner's Association wishes to keep it in place, including bedload material distribution and shear stress analysis. 4. Mr. Andrew Bick is listed as the agent and has signed the application. No delegation of signature authority was submitted with the application. DWQ must have the signature delegation or you, as the Registered Agent, must sign the application. Please provide your response in writing to the addresses below by January 28, 2011. Four copies of the required information should be provided to the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mr. Ian McMillan 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Ms. Susan A. Wilson Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 If we do not hear from you by the deadline, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project withdrawn. This letter only addresses the preliminary application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized(at this time)by the DWQ. Please call Ms. Wilson at(828) 296-4500 or e-mail susan.a.wilson@ncdenr.gov, if you have any questions. Sincerely, Cr rEdwards,Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: Tyler Crumbley-US Army Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office David McHenry-North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Ian McMillan- 401 Permitting Unit Henderson County Planning ARO File copy Andrew Bick, Confluence Engineering, PC - SASWP\Henderson\401s\Non-DOT\UT Cane Crk Stream Restor\ADDINFO.UT Cane Crk Restor.12 2010.doc AI �w NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 28, 2010 Christopher J. Estes, RLA ' Estes Design, Inc. P.O. Box 79133 Charlotte,NC 28271 Subject: Request for More Information 401 Water Quality Certification South Sylva Retail Substation DWQ Project# 10-0986 Jackson County Response deadline: January 28, 2010 Dear Mr. Estes: The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) has performed a preliminary review of a 401 Water Quality Certification application submitted for the above referenced property. Additional information will be required in order to complete the review process. Please provide the following information so that we may continue to review your project: 1. Photo documentation of the existing stream and wetlands should be provided. 2. Please submit a revised plan sheet indicating how the stream banks will be stabilized (coir matting of the stream banks is not currently specified in the plans). This should also be indicated in the area where the existing culvert will be removed. 3. Please specify how the restored stream channel will simulate the existing stream channel (what is the current bedload size, etc. and how will it be simulated in the restored channel). 4. Based on your conversation with Susan Wilson on December 22, 2010, the DWQ understands that some impacts (the temporary construction access) may be reduced. Please modify the application to reflect any reductions in impact. Also as discussed with Ms. Wilson, most 401 certifications that have over 24% impervious surface area require a stormwater management plan (for post construction stormwater measures). The certification for Utility Line Activities (WQC # 3819) does not require this. However, Duke Energy may wish to consider some form of post construction stormwater due to the projected amount of impervious surface area for this project. Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 One Internet www.ncwaterqual4.org North.Carohna An Equal Opportunity i Affirmative Action Employer ;Vat trG llff Mr.Estes December 28,2010 Page 2 of 2 The DWQ will require an as-built survey of the project and will also require 3 years of monitoring to ensure stability of the stream restoration/relocation(this will be a condition of the approval). Please provide your response in writing to the addresses below by January 28, 2010. Four copies of the required information should be provided to the 401 Permitting Unit at: Mr. Ian McMillan 401 Permitting Unit 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1650 and a single copy to the Asheville Regional Office at: Ms. Susan A. Wilson Surface Water Protection Section 2090 US HWY 70 Swannanoa,NC 28778 If we do not hear from you by the deadline, we will assume that you no longer want to pursue this project and we will consider the project withdrawn. This letter only addresses the preliminary application review and does not authorize any impacts to wetlands, waters or protected buffers. Please be aware that any impacts requested within your application are not authorized(at this time)by the DWQ. Please contact Ms. Wilson at 828-296-4500 or via e-mail at susan.a.wilsongncdenr.gov , if you have any questions. Sincerely, Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Asheville Regional Office cc: Kevin Johnson, Duke Energy, 400 S. Tryon St., Charlotte,NC 28202 Lori Beckwith-US Army Corps of Engineers Asheville Field Office David McHenry -North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission Ian McMillan- 401 Permitting Unit Jackson County Planning ARO File copy S:\SWP\Jackson\401s\Non-DOT\Duke Enegy-Sylva SubstationWdInfo.Sylva Substation.12 2010.doc rj NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Beverly Eaves Perdue Dee Freeman Governor Secretary December 29, 2010 Mr. Ken Nelon (3100 Memorial Drive) Post Office Box 162 Lake Lure,North Carolina 28746 SUBJECT: Notice of Violation/Notice of Intent to Enforce NOV-2010—DV-0425 Incident No. 201003337 Overflowing Sewer Rutherford County Dear Mr.Nelon: The enclosed Notice of Violation/Notice of Intent to Enforce (NOV/NOI) sent to you originally dated December 21, 2010 indicated 3108 Memorial Drive as the property involved in a sewer line overflow. We ,have been informed that the property at 3108 Memorial Drive is an old building of which the sewer was disconnected in the year 2000 and the actual property involved is located at 3100 Memorial Drive. Therefore, please find enclosed the reissuance of the NOV/NOI reflecting the correct property address. Sincerely, . Roger Edward , Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section Enclosure SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION—ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE Location:2090 U.S.Highway 70,Swannanoa,North Carolina 28778 UIlC Phone:828-296-45001 FAX:828-299-70431 Customer Service:1-877-623-6748 NoPthCa1011lla Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org Naturall f An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled!'10°!°Post Consumer Paper Y I AF NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary December 29, 2010 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED 7009 1680 0000 7515 2175 7009 1680 0000 7515 2137 Mr. Ken Nelon Bell South (3100 Memorial Drive) (109 Buddy Lane) Post Office Box 162 1155 Peachtree Street NE Lake Lure, North Carolina 28746 Atlanta, Georgia 30309 7009 1680 0000 7515 2113 7009 1680 0000 7515 2144 Mr. Robert Gurley Mr. William Nicholson (114 Buddy Lane) (120 Buddy Lane) 2430 U.S. Highway 70 West 191 Quail Ridge Road Goldsboro, North Carolina 27530 Fletcher, North Carolina 28732 7009 1680 0000 7515 2120 7009 1680 0000 7515 2151 Mr. Thurman Short Mr. Jim H. Cook (127 Buddy Lane) (163 Sea Wish Way) - 1430 Deal Road Post Office Box 734 Blacksburg, South Carolina 29702 Lake Lure, North Carolina 28746 Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION/NOTICE OF INTENT TO ENFORCE NOV-2010-DV-0426 Incident No. 201003337 Overflowing Sewer 109,114,120, & 127 Buddy Lane Rutherford County Dear Sirs and Madams: It is the understanding of staff of the Asheville Regional Office that a privately owned sewer line runs up and under the property at 3108 Memorial Drive and is overflowing on the property. This same sewer line extends to serve that portion(s) of 109, 114,120,127 Buddy Lane, and 163 Sea Wish Way. Information also indicates that the persons receiving this letter make use of one or the other of these lines. All users of this line need to immediately make arrangements to repair the line. 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 NorthCarollna Internet:www,ncwaterquality.org ;Va�i/N�r! An Equal Opportunity'11Affirmative Action Employer LLt tl;JJ/ NOV-2010-DV-0425 Private Sewer Overflow, Page 2 of 2 North Carolina General Statute 13A-335(a) says that a person owning a residence shall provide an approved wastewater system. Continued dependence on an overflowing sewer places at risk your ability to continue to live in your house. Those of you using'the overflowing sewer should get it repaired immediately. It is presumed that the sewer line(s) do not occupy deeded right-of-way. Each residence that is connected to this line(s) is responsible for proper operation and maintenance of the sewer line(s). When an overflow occurs on this sewer line(s) ALL residences connected are responsible for the repair of the sewer line(s). Failure to repair a sewage overflow can result in assessment of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day. Please respond within fifteen days (15) of receipt of this letter regarding repair(s) to the overflowing sewer. Please notify Mr. Don Price at 828-296-4500 when repairs are complete. Sincerel ^Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor Surface Water Protection Section cc: Chris Braund, Lake Lure Town Manager Environmental Health Director, Rutherford County Don Price, ARO Deborah Gore, PERCS S\SWP\Rutherford\Collection Systems\Chimney Rock Collection System\NOV 2010 DV 0425 Buddy Lane Lake Lure.doc