NCS000488_Valdese 2018 MS4 AUDIT REPORT_20181003

ROY COOPER NORTH CAROLINA
Governor Environmental Quality
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
WILLIAM E. (TOBY) VINSON, JR.
interim Director
November 27, 2018
CERTIFIED MAIL: 7016 1370 0001 6571 6320
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Town of Valdese
Town of Valdese
Attention: John F. Black Jr., Mayor
Attention: Greg Padgett, Water Resources
Post Office Box 339
Director
Valdese, North Carolina 28690
Post Office Box 339
Valdese, North Carolina 28690
Town of Valdese
Attention: Seth Eckard, Town Manager
Post Office Box 339
Valdese, North Carolina 28690
Subject: Municipal Separate Stormwater Sewer System Audit Report
MS4 Permit: NCS000488
Burke County, North Carolina
Dear Mr. Eckard, Mr. Black, and Mr. Padgett:
Enclosed, please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection Report for the subject
municipality's MS4 audit conducted on October 3, 2018.
The enclosed report will contain a summary of the items discussed during the audit. You will
receive a separate report addressing timelines for the corrective actions, as well as any specific
action required by the department to address any areas to be improved. Should you have any
questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone] or by
email at [e-mail].
Sincere
Isaiah Reed, C SCI, MS4CEC
Environmental Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosure: Inspection Report
EC: Jeanette Powell, Engineer [e-mail]
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Asheville Regional Office 12090 U.S. Highway 70 1 Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
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Town of Valdese
MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM
SEWER SYSTEM (MS4) PROGRAM
AUDIT REPORT
Valdese, NORTH CAROLINA
102 Massel Avenue
Valdese, North Carolina 28690
Report Date: November 27, 2018
Audit Date: October 3, 2018
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral & Land Resources Stormwater Program
512 N. Salisbury Street, 9th floor
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region IV
Sam Nunn Atlanta Federal Center
61 Forsyth Street SW
Atlanta, GA 30303-8963

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
InspectionDetails..........................................................................................................................................1
PermitteeInformation..................................................................................................................................2
MS4Receiving Waters...................................................................................................................................2
Listof Documents Collected..........................................................................................................................3
Program Implementation, Documentation, & Assessment..........................................................................4
Public Education and Outreach.....................................................................................................................9
Public Involvement and Participation.........................................................................................................11
Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination(IDDE)......................................................................................12
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program Delegation Status................................................................16
Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls Program Implementation Status..................................................17
perm ittee.....................................................................................................................................................17
entity...........................................................................................................................................................17
If implemented by another entity, indicate which entity: Click here to enter text...................................17
Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls......................................................................................................17
Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations..................................................22
Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) Applicability Status..........................................................................26
Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 1.............................................................................................26
Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 1......................................................................................................28
Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 2......................................................................................................29
Additional Notes............................................................................................. Error! Bookmark not defined.
Appendix A: Document Log
This inspection consists of an evaluation of program compliance with the issued permit
and
implementation of the approved Stormwater Management Plan. This inspection report does not include a
review of all program components. Program deficiencies in addition to those noted may be present.
The
permittee is required to assess program progress and permit compliance, and to implement the approved
Stormwater Management Plan in accordance with the issued permit.
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Inspection Details
Inspection ID Number:
Inspection Date(s): October 3, 2018
Minimum Control Measures Evaluated:
®Program Implementation
®Public Education & Outreach
®Public Involvement and Participation
®Illicit Discharge Detection & Elimination
❑Construction Site Runoff Controls
N Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
®Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
NTotal Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs)
Field Site Visits:
NMunicipal Facility(ies). Number visited: 1
N MS4 Outfall(s). Number visited: 2
❑Construction Site(s). Number visited:0
❑ Post -Construction Stormwater Runoff Controls. Number visited: 0
N Other: Outfall that permitee was unable to locate during previous inspection. Number visited: 1
N Other: Location of sinkhole associated with a piped stream . Number visited: 1
Inspector(s) Conducting Inspection
Name, Title
Organization
Isaiah Reed, Environmental Specialist
NCDEQ
Inspection Report Author:
Date:
Signature
Inspection Report Author:
Date
Signature
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Permittee Information
MS4 Permittee Name:
Town of Valdese
NPDES Permit Number:
NCS000488
City, State, ZIP:
Valdese, North Carolina 28690
Date of Last MS4lnspection/Audit:
None
Co-permittee(s), if applicable: N/A
Primary MS4 Representatives Participating in Inspection
Name
Title Role
Email
Joe McNeely
Stormwater Technician (Valdese)
[e-mail]
Greg Padgett
Water Resources Director (Valdese)
[e-mail]
Benjie Thomas
Consultant (West Consultants
[e-mail]
MS4 Receiving Waters
Waterbody Impairments
Catawba River 11-(37) WS-IV, B;CA None
Hoyle Creek 11-45-(2) WS-IV ;CA None
McGalliard Creek 11-44-(3) WS-IV ;CA None
Dye Branch 11-44-(2) WS-IV None
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List of Documents Collected
Number
Document Title
Provided Prior to/During/After
Inspection:
1
Attendance Sheet
During
2
2017 SWMP Annual Report
During
3
Valdese SWMP from September, 2013
Prior to
4
IDDE Records
Prior to
5
Stormwater Ordinance
Prior to
6
Stormwater Handouts
During
7
Employee Training
Prior to
8
Spill Response
Prior to
9
Western Piedmont Council of Governments Info
Prior to
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Program Implementation, Documentation, & Assessment
Permit Citation
Program Requirement
Status
Supporting'.
Doc No.
II.A.1
The permittee maintained adequate funding and staffing to implement and manage the
Yes
3
Staffing and
provisions of the Stormwater Plan and meet all requirements of the permit.
Funding
The Stormwater Plan identifies a specific position(s) responsible for the overall
Yes
3
coordination, implementation, and revision to the Plan.
Responsibilities for all components of the Stormwater Plan are documented and
Yes
3
position(s) assignments provided.
Yes
(Billing
[Thermittee is current on payment of invoiced administering and compliance
section
ring fees.
in BIMS)
Comments
During the discussion of this section, Mr. McNeely explained that he will be likely retiring in February. Mr. Padgett then
explained that they have been in discussions with the City of Morganton for meeting future permit requirements.
II.A.Z
The permittee evaluated the performance and effectiveness of the program
No
T7
Stormwater
components at least annually.
Plan
Implementation
P
If yes, the permittee used the results of the evaluation to modify the program
Not
Applicabl
and Evaluation
components as necessary to accomplish the intent of the Stormwater Program.
e
Did the permitted MS4 discharges cause or contribute to non -attainment of an
Not
Reviewe
applicable water quality standards?
d
Not
If yes, did the permittee expand or better tailor its BMPs accordingly?
Applicabl
e
Comments
The SWMP has not been reviewed and updated annually.
II.A.3
No
3
[Thermittee kept the Stormwater Plan up to date.
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Program Implementation, Documentation, & Assessment
Permit Citation Program Requirement Status So cortiNong
Keeping the Not
Stormwater The permittee notified DEMLR of any updates to the Stormwater Plan. Applicabl
Plan Up to Date e
The SWMP has not been modified since its conception in 2013.
II.A.4
The permittee kept an up-to-date version of its Stormwater Plan available to the
No
Availability of
Division and the public online.
the Stormwater
Plan
The online materials included ordinances, or other regulatory mechanisms, or a list
No
identifying the ordinances, or other regulatory mechanisms, providing the legal
authority necessary to implement and enforce the requirements of the permit.
A plan was available at the time of the inspection, but not easily available on line. While the permitee does have a stormwater
page on their website, it does not have any stormwater ordinances available on that page.
II.A.S
Not
Stormwater
Did DEMLR require a modification to the stormwater Plan?
Applicabl
Plan
e
Modifications
f yes, did the permittee complete the modifications in accordance with the
Not
Reviewe
established deadline?
d
Comments
During the discussion; updating and revising of the SWMP was discussed and Mr. Padgett has said that these updates will take
place soon.
II.A.6 Sharing
Yes
Responsibility
Are any control measures implemented by an entity other than the permittee?
No
If yes, is there a written agreement in place?
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Program Implementation, Documentation, & Assessment
.Permit Citation
Program Requirement
Status
SD sorting
Comments
Western Piedmont Council of Governments provides public education and outreach for the town at least annually.
II.A.7
The permittee maintained written procedures for implementing the six minimum
Yes
3
Written
control measures.
Procedures
Written procedures identified specific action steps, schedules, resources and
Yes
3
responsibilities for implementing the six minimum measures.
Comments
The permittee has written procedures for all minimum control measures except construction site storm water which is handled
by the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality.
III_A
The permittee maintained documentation of all program components including, but not
No
Program
limited to, inspections, maintenance activities, educational programs, implementation
Documentation
of BMPs, enforcement actions etc., on file for a period of five years.
Comments
All program components have not been met. See list of documents collected.
III_B
The permittee submitted annual reports to the Department within twelve months from
Yes
Annuai Report
the effective date of the permit.
Submittal
The permittee submitted subsequent annual reports every twelve months from the
Yes
scheduled date of the first submittal.
The Annual Reports included appropriate information to accurately describe the progress, status, and results of
the permittee's Stormwater Plan, including, but not limited to the following:
1. A detailed description of the status of implementation of the Stormwater Plan
Yes
as a whole. This includes information on development and implementation of
each major component of the Stormwater Plan for the past year and schedules
and plans for the year following each report.
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Ooc No.
2. An adequate description and justification of any proposed changes to the
Not
Stormwater Plan. This includes descriptions and supporting information for the
Applicabl
proposed changes and how these changes will impact the Stormwater Plan
e
(results, effectiveness, implementation schedule, etc.).
3. Documentation of any necessary changes to programs or practices for
Not
assessment of management measures is implemented through the Stormwater
Applicabl
Plan.
e
4. A summary of data accumulated as part of the Stormwater Plan throughout the
Yes
4
year was provided along with an assessment of what the data indicated.
5. An assessment of compliance with the permit, information on the establishment
Yes
3 and 5
of appropriate legal authorities, inspections, and enforcement actions.
6. A summary of past year activities, including where applicable, specific quantities
Yes
4
achieved and summaries of enforcement actions. (Part IV, B. 1)
No
7. A description of the effectiveness of each program component. (Part IV, B. 1)
8. Planned activities and changes for the next reporting period, for each program
No
component or activity. (Part IV, B. 1)
No
9. Fiscal analysis. (Part IV, B. 1)
Comments
Answers based on documentation sent to the inspector, and made available on site. These components shall be reflected in the
new SWMP and associated documentation.
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Staff Joe McNeely was primarily the staff member implementing the permit requirements and conducting
Interviewed: inspections. Mr. McNeely is the Town of Valdese's Stormwater Technician.
(Name/Title/
Role)
Additional
Comments:
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Public Education and Outreach
Permit Citation Program Requirement Status supporting
Doc No.
II.B.2.a The permittee defined goals and objectives of the Local Public Education and Outreach yes 3
Goals and
Program based on community wide issues.
Objectives
Comments
In addition to the Western Piedmont Council Governments outreach and the occasional mailed information sent out to all
"water bill" addresses, the permitee also sets up a table to hand out information about stormwater and potential pollutants at
an annual festival (Waldensian Festival) that takes place in the town of Valdese.
II.B.2.b
The permittee maintained a description of the target pollutants and/or stressors and
Partial
3
Target
likely sources.
Pollutants
Comments
Information on pollutant sources included a list of municipal site which the permittee deemed a possible pollutant source, and
summaries of IDDE inspections in the hand written reports.
Lacked a list of community concerns and a focus on outreach to those pollutants of concern.
II.B.2.c
The permittee identified, assessed annually and updated the description of the target
No
Target
audiences likely to have significant storm water impacts and why they were selected.
Audiences
Comments
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g G Doc No.
11.B.2.d Yes 6
Residential and The permittee described issues, such as pollutants, the likely sources of those pollutants,
Industrial/ potential impacts, and the physical attributes of stormwater runoff, in their
Commercial education/outreach program.
Issues
Comments
In addition to the Western Piedmont Council Governments outreach and the occasional mailed information sent out to all
"water bill" addresses, the permittee also sets up a table to hand out information about stormwater at an annual festival that
takes place in the town of Valdese.
II.B.2.e
The permittee promoted and maintained an internet web site designed to convey the
Yes
Informational
program's message.
Web Site
Comments
https://www.townofvaidese.com/utilities/storm-water/
11.B.2.f
Yes
6
Public
The permittee distributed stormwater educational material to appropriate target groups.
Education
Materials
Comments
In addition to the Western Piedmont Council Governments outreach and the occasional mailed information sent out to all
"water bill" addresses, the permitee also sets up a table to hand out information about stormwater at an annual festival that
takes place in the town of Valdese.
I I.B.2.¢
The permittee promoted and maintained a stormwater hotline/helpline for the purpose
Yes
Hotline/Help
of public education and outreach.
Line
Comments
A hotline is available on the website. "To report a violation, call Joe McNeely at [phone]."
https://www.townofvaldese.com/utilities/storm-water/
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Permit Citation
Program Requirement -
Status supporting
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11.6.2.1h
The permittee's outreach program, including those elements implemented locally or
yes 9
Public
through a cooperative agreement, included a combination of approaches designed to
Education and
reach the target audiences.
Outreach
Program
For each media, event or activity, including those elements implemented locally or
No
through a cooperative agreement, the permittee estimated and recorded the extent of
exposure.
Comments
The majority of the public education is performed by WPCOG. No "extent of exposure" was documented. WPCOG should be
supplying that.
Staff
Joe Mcneely, Stormwater Technician (Inspections and public outreach)
Interviewed:
Greg Padgett, Water Resources Director
(Name/Title/
Role)
Public Involvement and Participation
Permit Citation Program Requirement Status supposing
Doc No.
II.C.2.a No
Volunteer The permittee included and promoted volunteer opportunities designed to promote
Community
ongoing citizen participation.
Involvement
Program
Comments
The lack of public involvement was discussed at length. Mr. Padgett will be implementing a plan moving forward to address this
issue. Future public involvement shall be documented thoroughly.
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Permit Citation Program Requirement Status supporting
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II.C.2.b No
Mechanism for The permittee provided and promoted a mechanism for public involvement that
Public provides for input on stormwater issues and the stormwater program.
Involvement
Comments
II.C.2.c
The permittee promoted and maintained ahotline/helpline for the purpose of public
Yes
Hotline/Help
involvement and participation.
Line
Comments
https://www.townofvaidese.com/utilities/storm-water/
Staff
Joe Mcneely, Stormwater Technician (Inspections and public outreach)
Interviewed:
Greg Padgett, Water Resources Director
(Name/Title/
Role)
I Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE) I
I Permit Citation I Program Requirement. I Status I._^ .� �,.".I
II.D.2.a
IDDE Program The permittee maintained a written IDDE Program.
Yes 13
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Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE)
Permit Citation Program Requirement Status supporting.
q Doc No.
If yes, the written program includes provisions for program assessment and Yes 3
evaluation and integrating program.
Comments
Inspection reports from responses to citizen complaints were made available prior to the inspection, and a sequence was given
in the SWMP concerning how to evaluate those complaints.
The permittee maintained an IDDE ordinance or other regulatory mechanism(s) that
Yes
5
II.D.2.b
provides the legal authority to prohibit illicit connections and discharges to the MS4.
Legal
Yes
5
Authorities
If yes, the ordinance applies throughout the corporate limits of the permittee.
]Permit Part I.D]
Comments
The ordinance was evaluated and discussed. Modifications to that ordinance are possible in the future to allow for more
substantial inspections by the Town of Valdese inspectors.
II.D.2.c
Yes
Storm Sewer
The permittee maintained a current map showing major outfalls and receiving streams.
System Map
Comments
This map was presented at the time of the inspection. It is available to town staff only and includes all stormwater infrastructure
(including coordinates and size of utilities) and outfalls that fall within the MS4 community.
The permittee maintained a program for conducting dry weather flow field observations
No
Dry Weather
in accordance with written procedures.
Flow Program
Comments
After discussion, Mr. Padgett shall implement dry weather inspections moving forward. This may include soliciting additional
help from the City of Morganton.
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Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE)
Supporting,
Permit Citation. Program Requirement Status Doc No.
II.D.2.e Yes 3
The permittee maintained written procedures for conducting investigations of identified
Investigation illicit discharges.
Procedures
Comments
Inspection reports from responses to citizen complaints was made available prior to the inspection, and a sequence was given in
the SWMP concerning how to evaluate those complaints. (See II.D.2.a)
II.D.2.f
For each case of an illicit discharge or potential illicit discharge, the permittee
Yes
4
Track and
documented and tracked the following:
Document
Yes
4
Investigations
1. The date(s) the illicit discharge was observed
Yes
4
2. The results of the investigation
Yes
4
3. Any follow-up of the investigation
No
4. The date the investigation was closed
Comments
The IDDE inspections were conducted and summarized in hand written reports. There is currently not an open/close mechanism
concerning these complaints.
II.D.2.e
The permittee implemented and documented a training program for appropriate
Yes
7
Employee
municipal staff who, as part of their normal job responsibilities, may come into contact
Training
with or otherwise observe an illicit discharge or illicit connection.
Comments
Employee training documents were provided, including training for Mr. McNeely as recant as March 24, 2018.
II.D.2.h
The permittee informed public employees of hazards associated with illegal discharges
No
Public
and improper disposal of waste.
Education
The permittee informed businesses of hazards associated with illegal discharges and
No
improper disposal of waste.
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Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE)
Permit Citation Program Requirement
Status SDocoNong
The permittee informed the general public of hazards associated with illegal discharges
Yes 6
and improper disposal of waste.
Comments
While general public outreach was informative, business and public employee outreach has not been conducted.
II.D.2.1
The permittee promoted, publicized, and facilitated a reporting mechanism for the
Yes
Website
Public
public to report illicit discharges.
Reporting
Mechanism
The permittee promoted, publicized, and facilitated a reporting mechanism for staff to
Yes
report illicit discharges.
Yes
4
The permittee established and implemented citizen request response procedures.
Comments
IDDE inspection reports were made available to demonstrate how citizen complaints are responded to.
Town staff is made aware of who to contact by other town staff and supervisors.
II.D.2.i
The permittee implemented a mechanism to track the issuance of notices of violation
No
Enforcement
and enforcement actions administered by the permittee.
If yes, the mechanism includes the ability to identify chronic violators for initiation of
Not
Applicabl
actions to reduce noncompliance.
e
Comments
The permittee has not issued any NOV's under the current permit term.
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Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination (IDDE)
Permit Citation
Program Requirement
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Status
supporting
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Staff
Joe Mcneely, Stormwater Technician (Inspections and public outreach)
Interviewed:
Greg Padgett, Water Resources Director
(Name/Title/
Role)
Additional
Comments:
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Program Delegation Status
❑ The permittee has a delegated erosion and sedimentation control program.
If so, indicate when the program was delegated: Click here to enter text.
® The permittee does not have a delegated erosion and sedimentation control program.
Note: the requirements in this section are cited from the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act (SPCA) of 1973.
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls Program Implementation Status
M The Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls program requirements are implemented bythe permittee
❑ The Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls program requirements are implemented by another entity
If implemented by another entity, indicate which entity: Click here to enter text.
Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
Permit Citation
Program Requirement
g q
Status
t
supporting
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II.F.2.a
The permittee maintained an ordinance or other regulatory mechanism designed to
Yes
Legal Authority
meet the objectives of the Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls Stormwater
5
Management Program.
If yes, the ordinance applies throughout the corporate limits of the permittee.
Yes
]Permit Part I.D]
The permittee has the authority to review designs and proposals for new development
Yes
5
and redevelopment to determine whether adequate stormwater control measures will
be installed, implemented, and maintained.
The permittee has the authority to request information such as stormwater plans,
Yes
5
inspection reports, monitoring results, and other information deemed necessary to
evaluate compliance with the Post -Construction Stormwater Management Program.
The permittee has the authority to enter private property for the purpose of inspecting
Yes
5
at reasonable times any facilities, equipment, practices, or operations related to
stormwater discharges.
Comments
Due to the lack of recent construction in the Town of Valdese, Mr. Padgett explained that, they have no Post -construction
stormwater BMPs that he is aware of.
I I.F.2.b
The permittee had implemented strategies which include Stormwater Control Measures
Not
Reviewe
Strategies
(SCMs) appropriate for the MS4.
d
Not
The permittee has complied with 15 NCAC 025 .1000
Reviewe
d
Comments
II.F.2.c
The permittee conducted site plan reviews of all new development and redeveloped
Not
Plan Reviews
sites that disturb greater than or equal to one acre (including sites that disturb less than
Reviewe
one acre that are part of a larger common plan of development or sale).
d
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Not
If yes, the site plan reviews addressed how the project applicant meets the Reviewe
performance standards. d
Not
If yes, the site plan reviews addressed how the project will ensure long-term
Reviewe
maintenance. d
Comments
II.F.2.d
The permittee maintained an inventory of projects with post -construction structural
Not
Inventory of
stormwater control measures installed and implemented at new development and
Reviewe
Projects
redeveloped sites.
d
The inventory included both public and private sector sites located within the
Not
permittee's corporate limits that are covered by its post -construction ordinance
Reviewe
requirements.
d
Comments
II.F.2.e
Yes
3
Deed
The permittee provided mechanisms such as recorded deed restrictions and protective
Restrictions
covenants that ensure development activities will maintain the project consistent with
and Protective
approved plans.
Covenants
Comments
II.F_2.f
The permittee implemented or required an operation and maintenance plan for the
Not
Mechanism to
long-term operation of the SCMs required by the program.
Reviewe
Require Long-
d
term
The operation and maintenance plan required the owner of each SCM to perform and
Not
Operation and
Reviewe
maintain a record of annual inspections of each SCM.
d
Maintenance
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Annual inspection of permitted structural SCMs are required to be performed by a
Not
Reviewe
qualified professional.
d
Comments
II.F.2.s
The permittee conducted and documented inspections of each project site covered
Not
Reviewe
Inspections
under performance standards, at least one time during the permit term.
d
Before issuing a certificate of occupancy or temporary certificate of occupancy, the
Not
permittee conducted a post -construction inspection to verify that the permittee's
Reviewe
performance standards have been met or a bond is in place to guarantee completion.
d
Not
The permittee documented and maintained records of inspection findings.
Reviewe
d
Not
The permittee documented and maintained records of enforcement actions.
Reviewe
d
Comments
II.F.2.h
The permittee made available through paper or electronic means, ordinances, post-
Yes
5
Educational
construction requirements, design standards checklists, and other materials appropriate
Materials and
for developers.
Training for
Note: New materials may be developed by the permittee, or the permittee may use
Developers
materials adapted from other programs and adapted to the permittee's new
development and redevelopment program.
Comments (if the permittee has adopted materials from other programs, indicate here which materials they are using)
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
Permit Citation
Program Requirement
Status supporting
DocNo:
II.F.2.i
Not
Enforcement
The permittee tracked the issuance of notices of violation and enforcement actions.
Applicabl
e
If yes, the tracking mechanism included the ability to identify chronic violators for
Not
gpplicabl
initiation of actions to reduce noncompliance.
e
Comments
II.F.3.d
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 02H .0150, for areas draining to Nutrient Sensitive Waters, the
Not
Nutrient
permittee used SCMs that reduce nutrient loading in order to meet local program
Applicabl
Sensitive
requirements
e
Waters
If yes, the permittee also still incorporated the stormwater controls required for the
Not
Applicabl
project's density level.
e
Documentation shall be provided where it is not feasible to use stormwater control
Not
measures (SCMs) that reduce nutrient loading. In areas where the Department has
Applicabl
approved a Nutrient Sensitive Water Urban Stormwater Management Program, the
e
provisions of that program fulfill the nutrient loading reduction requirement.
Comments
II.F.3.e
The permittee designed SCMs such that the design volume of SCMs take into account the
Not
Design Volume
runoff at build out from all surfaces draining to the system.
Reviewe
d
Where "streets" convey stormwater, the permittee designed SCMs to be sized to treat
Not
and control stormwater runoff from all surfaces draining to the SCM including streets,
Reviewe
driveways, and other impervious surfaces.
d
Comments
The Town of Valdese relies on DEMUR design standards for SCMs.
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Post -Construction Site Runoff Controls
Permit Citation
Program Requirement
Status
supporting
Doc No:
Staff
Joe Mcneely, Stormwater Technician (Inspections and public outreach)
Interviewed:
Greg Padgett, Water Resources Director
(Name/Title/
Role)
Additional
Comments:
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Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Permit Citation Program Requirement Status supporting
`Dot
No.
II.G.2.a Yes 3
The permittee maintained a current inventory of facilities and operations owned and
Facility
operated by the permittee with the potential for generating polluted stormwater runoff.
Inventory
Comments
A list was presented in the SWMP on page 27. This list includes "Stormwater Pollution Potential'.
II.G.2.b
The permittee maintained and implemented an O&M program for municipally owned
No
Operation and
and operated facilities with the potential for generating polluted stormwater runoff.
Maintenance
(O&M) for
Choose
Facilities
If yes, the 0&M program specifies the frequency of inspections.
an item.
If yes, the 0&M program specifies the frequency of routine maintenance
Choose
requirements.
an item.
If yes, the permittee evaluated the O&M program annually and updated it as
Choose
necessary.
an item.
Comments
An O&M program is in the SWMP , but that facilities do not currently get inspected.
II.G.2.c
Yes
8
Spill Response
The permittee had written spill response procedures for municipal operations.
Procedures
Comments
A spill procedure document was made available prior to the inspection.
II.G.2.d
Partial
Streets, Roads,
The permittee evaluated, based on cost and the estimated quantity of pollutants
and Public
removed, existing and new BMPs annually that reduce polluted stormwater runoff from
Parking Lots
municipally -owned streets, roads, and public parking lots within its corporate limits.
Maintenance
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Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
.Permit Citation
Program Requirement -
Status
supporting
Doc No...
Comments
A verbal estimation was made of the quantity of material removed. No Documentation was available at the time of the
inspection.
II.G.2.e
Yes
4
O&M for Catch
The permittee maintained and implemented an 0&M program for the stormwater sewer
Basins and
system including catch basins and conveyance systems that it owns and maintains.
Conveyance
Systems
Comments
The storm drains are cleaned out periodically, through the use of a "vac -truck". Also, all inlets were inspected in 2010 and
evaluated for condition. However, major improvements to these systems were not recorded and staff being interviewed were
unable to recollect any such improvements taking place.
II.G.2.f
The permittee maintained a current inventory of municipally -owned or operated
Not
Structural
structural stormwater controls installed for compliance with the permittee's post-
Applicabl
Stormwater
construction ordinance.
e
Controls
Comments
Mr. Padgett and Mr. McNeely explained that, due to the lack of construction, there are no existing Structural BMPs.
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Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Permit Citation
Program Requirement..
Status
supporting
`Doc No.
II.G.2.g
The permittee maintained and implemented an 0&M program for municipally -owned or
Not
O&M for
maintained structural stormwater controls installed for compliance with the permittee's
Applicabl
Structural
post -construction ordinance.
e
Stormwater
The O&M program specified the frequency of inspections and routine maintenance
Yes
3
Controls
requirements.
The permittee documented inspections of all municipally -owned or maintained
Not
Applicabl
structural stormwater controls.
e
The permittee inspected all municipally -owned or maintained structural stormwater
No
controls in accordance with the schedule developed by permittee.
The permittee documented maintenance of all municipally -owned or maintained
Not
Applicabl
structural stormwater controls.
e
The permittee maintained all municipally -owned or maintained structural stormwater
Not
Applicabl
controls in accordance with the schedule developed b
p y permittee.
e
Comments
Inspections conducted in recent years concerning Stormwater have been responsive in nature.
II.G.2.h
Yes
Pesticide,
The permittee ensured municipal employees are properly trained.
Herbicide and
Fertilizer
Not
Application
The permittee ensured contractors are properly trained.
Reviewe
Management
d
The permittee ensured all permits, certifications, and other measures for applicators are
Yes
followed.
Comments
During the discussion, Mr. Padgett and Mr. McNeely explained that only approved personnel with the town are allowed to apply
herbicide, and that they use a contracted exterminator for pesticides.
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Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Permit Citation
program Requirement
Status SupportingDoc No. ;
II.G.2.1
The permittee implemented an employee training program for employees involved in
No
Staff Training
implementing pollution prevention and good housekeeping practices.
Comments
No documentation was provided to confirm that any staff other than Mr. McNeely were being trained.
II.G.2.i
Not
Vehicle
The permittee described and implemented measures that prevent or minimize
RReviewe
contamination of stormwater runoff from all areas used for vehicle and equipment
Equipment pment
cleaning.
Cleaning
Comments
Staff
Joe Mcneely, Stormwater Technician (Inspections and public outreach)
Interviewed:
Greg Padgett, Water Resources Director
(Name/Title/
Role)
Additional
Comments:
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Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) Applicability Status
❑ The permittee is subject to an approved TMDL for Click here to enter text.
© The permittee is NOT subject to an approved TMDL
Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 1
Facility Name:
Valdese Public Works
Date and Time of Site Visit:
October 3, 2018
Facility Address:
100 Whisnant St SE
Facility Type (Vehicle Maintenance, Landscaping, etc.):
Vehicle Maintenance
Name of MS4 inspector(s):
Joe McNeely
Most Recent MS4 Inspection (Date and Entity):
2010
Name(s) and Title(s) of Facility Representative(s) Present During the Site Visit:
Name
Title
Joe McNeely
Stormwater Technician
Greg Padgett
Utilities Manager
Observations
Facility Documentation/Training
Does the facility have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) or similar document? Is it facility -specific?
Yes, there is a SWPPP on site as required by the Industrial SW Permit.
What type of stormwater training do facility employees receive? How often?
None discussed during the inspection.
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
Various Stormwater training documentation. Most recent being March, 2018. Training is typically received at least annually.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about Permit requirements for pollution prevention and good housekeeping?
Moderately.
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about stormwater pollution prevention and good housekeeping?
Yes.
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Site Visit Evaluation: Municipal Facility No. 1
Inspection Procedures
Does the MS4 inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form? Obtain copy.
No. No form has been used due to the lack of regular inspections at the facility.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include taking photos?
No
Does the MS4 inspector's process include reviewing the facility's SWPPP (or similar document)?
No
Does the MS4 inspector's process include walking the entire facility and inspecting all points of discharge?
Yes
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious areas of concern? If so, explain:
SWPPP for the facility was not evaluated.
Does the MS4 inspector's process include presenting the inspection findings to the facility contact?
Yes
Inspection Results
Did the facility inspection result in any corrective actions to be implemented? If so, for what issue(s)?
Yes. Severe erosion was observed at an outfall from the facility. Due to the location of two outfalls at the facility, they will need
to be cleaned out and have brush removed to allow for proper inspection.
If compliance corrective actions were identified, what timeline for correction/follow-up was provided?
None at the time of inspection. The inspector will be following up on the issues observed.
Notes/Comments/Recommendations
During Mr. McNeely's inspection, several items were noted and discussed, but Mr. McNeely and Mr. Padgett were still unaware
of what authority the MS4 operator has to ensure that the items will be corrected.
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Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 1
Outfall ID Number:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
None
October 3, 2018
Outfall Location:
Outfall Description (Pipe Material/Diameter, Culvert, etc.):
Fraley Road railroad crossing
36" CMP discharging -20 feet from a tributary of Dye Branch.
Receiving Water:
Is Flow Present? If so, Describe (Color, Approximate Flow Rate,
Tributary of Dye Branch
Sheen, Odor, Floatables/Debris, etc.):
No flow present.
Most Recent Outfall Inspection/Screening (Date):
2010
Days Since Last Rainfall:
Inches:
Unknown
Name of MS4lnspector(s):
Joe McNeely
Observations
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
Various Stormwater training documents were provided. Most recent being March, 2018
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about illicit discharge indicators and investigations?
Yes
Inspection Procedures
Does the inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form? Obtain copy.
No
Does the inspector's process include taking photos?
No
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Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 1
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious potential illicit discharge indicators or maintenance issues? If so, what were they?
No
Inspection Results
Did the outfall inspection result in any work orders or maintenance requests? If so, for what issue(s)?
Due to severe erosion, the outfall will need to be maintained.
Will a follow-up outfall inspection be conducted? If so, for what reason?
Mr. Padgett indicated that, before they can proceed further with repairs, they will need to contact the railroad staff and gain
permission.
Notes/Comments/Recommendations
Severe erosion was observed, but due to the outfall's proximity to the railroad, Mr. Padgett and Mr. McNeely were unsure
whose responsibility it was to fix the outfall. Both have been made aware that the outfall must be maintained and to contact the
railroad for further action.
Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 2
Outfall ID Number:
Date and Time of Site Visit:
None
October 3, 2018
Outfall Location:
Outfall Description (Pipe Material/Diameter, Culvert, etc.):
Martinat Drive.
Concrete pipe coming from a nearby drop -inlet.
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Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 2
Receiving Water:
Is Flow Present? If So, Describe (Color, Approximate Flow Rate,
Unnamed Tributary to Hoyle Creek
Sheen, Odor, Floatables/Debris, etc.):
None Observed
Most Recent Outfall Inspection/Screening (Date):
2010
Days Since Last Rainfall:
Inches:
Unknown
Name of MS4lnspector(s):
Joe McNeely
Observations
Inspector Training/Knowledge
What type of stormwater training does the MS4 inspector receive? How often?
Various stormwater training documents were provided. Most recent being March, 2018
Did the MS4 inspector appear knowledgeable about illicit discharge indicators and investigations?
Yes
Inspection Procedures
Does the inspector's process include the use of a checklist or other standardized form? Obtain copy.
No
Does the inspector's process include taking photos?
No
Did the MS4 inspector miss any obvious potential illicit discharge indicators or maintenance issues? If so, what were they?
No
Inspection Results
Did the outfall inspection result in any work orders or maintenance requests? If so, for what issue(s)?
The inspector will be notifying the appropriate staff that the area around the outfall needs to be maintained.
Will a follow-up outfall inspection be conducted? If so, for what reason?
Yes. An inspection will be conducted in the winter to confirm that the outfall is visible and not in need of repair.
Notes/Comments/Recommendations
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Site Visit Evaluation: MS4 Outfall No. 2
This outfall was chosen because it was on a list of outfalls that the MS4 inspector was unable to locate in 2010. Due to the
density of vegetation, and possible burying of the outfall, it has still not been located. The MS4 inspector will be returning to this
outfall in the winter to confirm its condition.
If the outfall cannot be located, a thorough inspection of the upstream and downstream areas should performed to evaluate any
potential issues.
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