WQCS00181_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20190626

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Dtrecror
Wayne Anderson, Mayor
Town of Enfield
PO Box 699
Enfield, NC 27823
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
June 26, 2019
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
Enfield Collection System
Permit WQCS00181
Halifax County
Dear Mr. Anderson,
n
On Thursday, June 13, 2019, Zach Thomas of the Raleigh Regional Office conducted a
compliance evaluation inspection of the collection system for the Town of Enfield. The purpose
of this inspection was to ensure compliance with the subject permit. During the inspection, the
presence and cooperation of Mr. James Pittman. Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC), Mr.
Michael Powell, PW Director, and Mr. Lamar Caudle was helpful and appreciated.
This compliance evaluation inspection consisted of the following:
• Review of the permit;
• Review of the owner/facility information;
• On -site inspection of the collection system and lift station units
Findings during the inspection and file review were as follows:
1. The permit (WQCS00181) was issued effective on May 1, 2018, and will expire on April 30,
2026.
2. The BU ORC and many permit affiliations have changed since the last inspection. It was
requested that an ORC designation form be completed and sent to DWR for updates.
3. The system is classified CS-2. As Iisted in the subject permit, the system contains
approximately 13.58 miles of gravity sewer, 4.2 miles of force main, and 11 pump stations (3
simplex with no telemetry & 8 duplex with telemetry).
4. All documents and records were available and complete with the exception of the Town's
CIF. It is contained as part of the Town's Sewer System Asset Management Plan and this
document was kept with another employee that was on leave the day of inspection. The CIP
document was emailed to DWR staff on 6/18/19 and was thorough and complete with
projects/funds listed through 2029. It also contained Operation and Maintenance Activities,
complaint handling, as well as a complete map of the collection system.
DEQ� North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resource4
_ Raleigh Regional office 3800 Barrett Drive I Raleigh_ North Carolina 27609
919.791,4200

5. The Public Works Department is responsible for the Fats, Oil and Grease (FOG) program.
Materials are mailed out monthly with the utility bills and more frequently to problem areas
(Freedom Street and Carriage House). Grease traps are monitored approximately monthly
and they have had no enforcements in the recent past.
6. Of the approximate 13.58 miles of gravity line, approximately 9500 feet have been cleaned
thus far in 2019. Roots are controlled using jetting and added chemicals; no major issues
have been noted.
7. The Spill Response Plan was up to date and complete.
8. Several lift stations, manholes, and high priority lines were inspected:
a) 6 of the 11 lift stations were inspected (4 duplex & 2 simplex). Duplex stations are visited
weekly and simplex stations are visited daily by staff. All were in good condition except
for:
i) Pump Station #2 did not have working audible or visual alarms. Pump Station
95 did not have a working audible alarm and had some grease buildup.
b) All inspected manholes were found to be in good condition, free of excessive debris and
signs of overflow. It was noted that the manhole going into "HP line 4243" behind
JustSave is visited and cleaned more frequently due to its shallow depth and buildup of
grease from a local restaurant.
c) High Priority lines are inspected in accordance with permit requirements. Some are
visited once per week along with the manhole inspections due to know issues stated
above. All lines were constructed of ductile iron and were in good condition
Please address items listed under 8.a.i and respond to this office within 30 days.
If you have questions or comments about the inspection, this report or the requirements to take
corrective action (if applicable), please contact:
Zach Thomas at 919-791-4247 or via email at zacharv. Ahomasaa ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
Rack Bolich, LG
Assistant Water Quality Regional Supervisor
Raleigh Regional Office
Attachments: EPA Compliance Inspection Report
Cc: Michael Powell, PW Director (via email: mpo-,N-ell-'u enficldnc.ora)
James Pittman, ORC (via email: robersonx-ille-,i-%�.1]ii-envirolinkinc.com)
RRO Files
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: WQCS00181 Effective: 05/01118 Expiration: 04/30/26 owner: Town of Enfield
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Enfield Collection System
County: Halifax PO Box 699
Region: Raleigh
Enfield NC 27823
Contact Person: Michael Powell Title: Public Works Director Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS2,
Primary ORC: James Earl Pittman
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Certification: 993912
Rolm ted Permits:
NC0025402 Town of Enfield - Enfield VVWTP
Inspection Date: 06/13/2019 EntryTime; 10 00AM Exit Time: 01 OOPM
Primary Inspector: Zachary Thomas
Secondary Inspeclor(sj:
Phone: [phone]
Phone: [phone]
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Performance Standards Operation & Maint Reqmts
Records Monitoring & Rpting Regmts Inspections
Pump Station Manhole Lines
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WOGS00181 Owner - Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Date: �6!1312019 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Nan Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary,
On Thursday, June 13. 2019. Zach Thomas of the Raleigh Regional Office conducted a compliance evaluation inspection of
the collection system for the Town of Enfield. The purpose of this inspection was to ensure compliance with the subject
permit. During the inspection, the presence and cooperation of Mr. James Pittman, Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC),
Mr. Michael Powell. PW Director, and Mr. Lamar Caudle was helpful and appreciated,
This compliance evaluation inspection consisted of the following:
• Review of the permit;
• Review of the ownerifacility information;
• On -site inspection of the collection system and lift station units
Findings during the inspection and file review were as follows:
1, The permit (WOCS00181) was issued effective on May 1, 2018. and will expire on April 30, 2026.
2_ The BU ORC and many permit affiliations have changed since the last inspection. It was requested that an ORC
designation form be completed and sent to DWR for updates.
3_ The system is classified CS-2. As listed in the subject permit, the system contains approximately 13.58 miles of gravity
sewer, 4.2 miles of force main, and 11 pump stations (3 simplex with no telemetry & 8 duplex with telemetry).
4_ All documents and records were available and complete with the exception of the Town's CIP. It is contained as part of
the Town's Sewer System Asset Management Plan and this document was kept with another employee that was on leave
the day of inspection. The CIP document was emailed to DWR staff on 6118M9 and was thorough and complete with
projectslfunds listed through 2029. It also contained Operation and Maintenance Activities. complaint handling as well as a
complete map of the collection system.
5. The Public Works Department is responsible for the Fats, Oil and Grease (FOG) program. Materials are mailed out
monthly with the utility bills and more frequently to problem areas (Freedom Street and Carriage house). Grease traps are
monitored approximately monthly and they have had no enforcements in the recent past.
6. Of the approximate 13.58 miles of gravity line, approximately 9500 feet have been cleaned thus far in 2019. Roots are
controlled using jetting and added chemicals; no major issues have been noted.
7. The Spill Response Plan was up to date and complete.
8. Several lift stations. manholes, and high priority lines were inspected:
a) 6 of the 11 lift stations were inspected (4 duplex & 2 simplex). Duplex stations are visited weekly and simplex stations
are visited daily by staff. All were in good condition except for:
i) Pump Station #2 did not have working audible or visual alarms. Pump Station #5 did not have a working audible alarm
and had some grease buildup.
b) All inspected manholes were found to be in good condition, free of excessive debris and signs of overflow. It was noted
that the manhole going into "HP line #243" behind JustSave is visited and cleaned more frequently due to its shallow depth
and buildup of grease from a local restaurant.
c) High Priority lines are inspected in accordance with permit requirements. Some are visited once per week along with
the manhole inspections due to know issues stated above. All lines were constructed of ductile iron and were in good
condition
Please address items listed under 8.a.i and respond to this office within 30 days.
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Permit.- WOCS00181 owner - Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Data: 0611312019 inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit- Routine
Performance Standards
Yes No NA NE
Is Public Education Program for grease established and documented?
What educational tools are used?
Material is sent out monthly with utility bills and more frequently to "problem areas",
Restaurants are inspected monthly for compliance with grease trap ordinance.
Is Sewer Use Ordinance/Legal Authority available?
Does it appear that the Sewer Use Ordinance is enforced?
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Is Grease Trap Ordinance available?
Is Septic Tank Ordinance available (as applicable, Le, annexation)
List enforcement actions by permittee, if any, in the last 12 months
Has an acceptable Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) been implemented?
Does CIP address short term needs and long term 1"master plant" concepts?
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Does CIP cover three to five year period?
Does CIP Include Goal Statement?
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Does CIP include description of project area?
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Does CIP include description of existing facilities?
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Does CIP include known deficiencies?
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Does CIP include forecasted future needs?
0 0 0 ❑
Is CIP designated only for wastewater collection and treatment?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Approximate capital Improvement budget for collection system?
Total annual revenue for wastewater collection and treatment?
CIP Comments
CIP is for a 10 year period ending in 2029. Approx S7.5million for the CS over that time period.
Furlure plans Include replacing of oldiaging pipes, lift station rehab and additional problem areas
Is system free of known points of bypass?
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If no, describe type of bypass and location
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted at ALL pump stations?
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# Does the sign include.
Instructions for notification?
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Pump station identifier?
24-hour contact numbers
If no, list deficient pump stations
# Do ALL pump stations have an "auto polling" feature/SCADA?
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Number of pump stations
11
Number of pump stations that have SCADA
0
Number of pump stations that have simple telemetry
a
Number of pump stations that have only audible and visual alarms
3
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Permit: VMCS00181 Owner -Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Date: 0611312019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit Routine
Number of pump stations that do not meet permit requirements 0
# Does the permittee have a root control program? M ❑ ❑ ❑
# If yes, date implemented?
Describe:
ORC and staff jet lines and add chemicals to prevent root Issues: no major root problems to date.
Comment: The CS consists of 8 duplex stations and 3 simplex stations. The simplex stations have audlvis
alarms only-.
OPeration & Maintenance Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are all log books available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does supervisor review all log books on a regular basis? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the supervisor have plans to address documented short-term problem areas? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What Is the schedule for reviewing Inspection, maintenance 8 operations logs and problem areas?
Weekly
Are maintenance records for equipment available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is a schedule maintained for testing emergency/standby equipment?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What is the schedule for testing emergencylstandby equipment?
Auto test for 15
mina monthly
Do pump station logs Include:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
N ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
E ❑ ❑ ❑
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is there at least one spare pump for each pump station w/o pump reliability?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are maintenance records for right-of-ways available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are right-of-ways currently accessible in the event of an emergency?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are system cleaning records available?
E ❑ ❑ ❑
Has at least 10% of system been cleaned annually?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
What areas are scheduled for cleaning in the next 12 months?
Approx. 9500 feet have been cleaned this far in 2019.
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Does the plan Include-
24-hour contact numbers N ❑ ❑ ❑
Response time E ❑ ❑ ❑
Equipment list and spare parts inventory E ❑ ❑ ❑
Access to cleaning equipment M ❑ ❑ ❑
Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Source of emergency funds E ❑ ❑ ❑
Site sanitation and cleanup materials E ❑ ❑ ❑
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Permit: WOCS00181 Owner -Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Date: 0611312019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampl ng Reason for Visit Routine
Post-overflowlsplll assessment El El
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? 1:1 El
Is the spare parts Inventory adequate? 01300
Comment:
Records
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate records of all SSOs, spills and complaints available?
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Are records of SSOs that are under the reportable threshold available?
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Do spill records indicate repeated overflows (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
If yes, is there a corrective action plan?
11 El 0
Is a map of the system available?
1:1 El
Does the map include:
Pipe sizes
Pipe materials
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Pipe location
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Flow direction
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Approximate pipe age
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Number of service taps
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Pump stations and capacity
If no, what percent is complete?
List any modifications and extensions that need to be added to the map
The Town will be annexing two additional streets soon Wildwood and Canal. ORC provided DWR letter and
engineering information.
# Does the permittee have a copy of their permit?
M❑ El ❑
Comment: No Problem areas regarding revealing SSOs.
Monitoring and Reporting Requirements Yes No NA NE
Are copies of required press releases and distribution lists available?
Are public notices and proof of publication available? ❑
# Is an annual report being prepared in accordance with C.S. 143-215.1 C?
# Is permittee compliant with all compliance schedules in the permits? 0 El ❑ ❑
If no, which one(s)?
Comment:
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are maintenance records for sewer lines available? 0❑
Are records available that document pump station Inspections? M ❑
Are SCADA or telemetry equipped pump stations inspected at least once a week? ❑
Are non-SCADAItelemetry equipped pump stations Inspected every day? M❑ ❑
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Perm$: WQCS00181 Owner -Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Data: 06/13/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit Routine
Are records available that document citizen complaints?
# Do you have a system to conduct an annual observation of entire system?
# Has there been an observation of remote areas in the last year?
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M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are records available that document Inspections of high -priority lines? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Has there been visual inspections of high -priority lines in last six months? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: During buisness hours complaints handled through PW office: after hours - 911 and routed to on
call phones.
High-priority_lines are inspected once per week with MH inspections due to location and aroximity
to problem areas.
LIFT STATION #5 - Freedor
Pump Station
Yes No NA NE
Pump station type
Duplex
Are pump station logs available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is It accessible in all weather conditions?
0 ❑ ❑
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are all pumps present?
0❑ ❑ ❑
Are all pumps operable?
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Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
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Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are floatstcontrols for pumps/alarms operable?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
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Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA operational?
❑ ❑ M ❑
Is simple telemetry present?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Is simple telemetry operational?
0 ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms present?
M ❑ ❑
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
❑ M ❑ ❑
Is the Pump station Inspected as required?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are backflow devices in place?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are backflow devices operable?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are air relief valves In place?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
Are air relief valves operable?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is an emergency generator available?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
0 El ❑ ❑
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Is the generator operable?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is fuel In tank and sufficient?
❑ ❑ ❑
Is the generator Inspected according to their schedule?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
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permit WQCS00181 owner - Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Dale: 061131200 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit Routine
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted? 0❑ El El
Does It include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station identifier? ❑ ❑ ❑
Emergency phone number ❑
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Is public access limited?
Is pump station flee of overflow piping? .
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment: Some grease build u was noted. ORC explained that this station is monitored frequently due to
rease issues coming from neighborhood. It was also stated that this station is cleaned approx.
every 3 months and was last cleaned in Mav 2019.
The audio alarm was not o erable and the ORC stated that they would have someone address it
immediately.
LIFT STATION #2 - 801 S. E
Pump Station
Yes No NA NE
Pump station type
Duplex
Are pump station logs available?
0 El ❑
Is It accessible In all weather conditions?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is general housekeeping acceptable?
0 El El 0
Are all pumps present?
Are all pumps operable?
0 El El 0
Are wet wells free of excessive debris?
Are upstream manholes free of excessive debris/signs of overflow?
0
Are floats/controls for pumps/alarms operable?
El 0 ❑ ❑
Is "auto polling" feature/SCADA present?
❑ ❑ M El
Is "auto polling" featurelSCADA operational?
❑ ❑ M ❑
Is simple telemetry present?
Is simple telemetry operational?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
El 0 1:1 El
Is the Pump station inspected as required?
Are backflow devices in place?
Are backflow devices operable?
Are air relief valves in place?
0 11 El El
Are air relief valves operable?
M
# Is an emergency generator available?
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Permit. WQC500181 Owner • Facility: Town of Enfield
Inspection Date: 0611312019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Can the emergency generator run the pumps?
Is the pump station equipped for quick hook-up?
Is the generator operable?
# Is fuel in tank and sufficient?
Is the generator inspected according to their schedule?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted?
Does it include:
Instructions for notification?
Pump station Identifier?
Emergency phone number
Is public access limited?
Is pump station free of overflow piping?
Is the pump station free of signs of overflow?
Are run times comparable for multiple pumps?
Comment: Audiolvisual alarms were not operable. ORC stated that they would address problem
immediately.
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