WQCSD0009_NOD-2019-PC-0176_20190802

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
Jed Simpson, Mayor
Town of Lucama
P.O Box 127
Lucama, North Carolina 27851
Dear Mr. Simpson,
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
August 02, 2019
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
NOD-2019-PC-0176
Town of Lucama Collection System
Permit No.: WQCSDO009
Wilson County
On July 18, 019, Erin Deck of this office conducted the subject inspection. The collection system
is deemed permitted through 15A NCAC 02T .0403. The assistance of Mr. Chris Hare, was appreciated
during the inspection. Findings during the inspection are as follows:
1. The wastewater collection system is classified as a CS-1. A review of the Division's
database BIMS (Basinwide Information Management System) revealed that a
Primary Operator in Charge (ORC) and a Back-up ORC have not been identified.
Per15A NCAC 08G .0201 ResyonsibilitV a S stem Owners to Designate certified
operators_Owners of classified water pollution control systems shall designate
operators certified by the Commission of the same type and grade as the
classification for the system and for each classification shall.
(1) designate one ORC who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade
at least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
(2) designate one or more Back -tip ORC(s) who possesses a valid certificate
of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of
the system, with the exception of no Back-up ORC is required for systems
whose minimum visitation requirements are twice per year.
2. A review of Records indicated the following
a. An operation and maintenance plan was not available for review. Per 15A NCAC
02T.0403(3) an operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection
frequency, preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory, and
overflow response shall have been developed and implemented.
b. There are five high priority Iine for the system. No documentation of the high
priority line inspections was available at the time of the inspection. Per 15A NCAC
02T.0403 (5), the lines must be inspected at least once every six -months and
inspections documented.
c. No documentation was found that a general observation of the entire system was
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North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Raleigh Regional Office 1 3800 Barrett Drive i Raleigh, North Carolina 27609
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conducted in the past year, which is required by 15A NCAC 02T.0403(6).
d. Documentation of a Grease Control Program was not available. grease education
materials are distributed to users was not available for review. Per 15A NCAC
02T.403(a)(8) (A)(C), grease education material is to be distributed at least bi-
annually, an ordinance and documentation of grease interceptor inspections were not
available.
3. There are five pump station in the collection system; none are equipped with telemetry and
per Mr. Hare, are inspected daily. Documentation of these inspections was not available for
review. Three pump stations were inspected during the inspection. All had signage, restricted
access and are accessible in all weather conditions.
a. Pump Station #1/Cabin Branch: The visual alarm was not working at the time of the
inspection.
b. Pump Station #3/ Teague: As noted in the September 2017 inspection conducted by
DWR staff, the generator still does not work, and there are no spare generators
available if there is a power failure.
c. Pump Station #6/Little Rock Acres: Audible and visual alarms were not working at
the time of the inspection.
4. Three of the Town's four high -priority lines were inspected; Teague, Williams Street and
Anne Little's. All appeared to be rust free and the right of ways have been maintained. The
high priority line next to Ms._LittIe's home is not_straight_and appears to require maintenance.
Required Response:
Please respond to issues listed in 1, 2(a), 2(b), 2(c), 2(d), 3(a), 3(b), 3(c) and 4 within 30 days of
receipt of this letter.
You are reminded to contact with office of any situation that potentially threatens public health or the
environment. Thank you for your cooperation during the inspection. If you have any questions
concerning this report, please contact Erin Deck at 919-791-4200.
Sincerely,
Ock�Bolich, L.G., Assistant Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachments
Inspection Checklist
Cc: Central Files w/attachment
Raleigh Regional Office w/attachment

Compliance inspection Report
Permit: WQCSD0009 Effective. 03/01100 Expiration: 01;C-1;23 Owner! Lucama Town
SOC: Effective: Expiration; Facility: Lucama Town Collection System
County: Wilson
Region: Raleigh
Contact Person: Virginia Johnson Title: Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications: CS1,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits-,
Inspection Date: 07/18/2019 Entry Time: 10 30AM Exit Time; 12 45PM
Primary Inspector: Erin M Deck m Phone: [phone]
Secondary Inspectors)'
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collect un System Inspect Non Sampling
Permit Inspection Type: Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions General Grease Control
Spills/Response Plan Inspections Lines
Pump Stations
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: WOCSD0009 Owner - Facility: Lucama Town
inspection Date: 07/1812019 Inspection Type. Cclleclion System Inspect Nan Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
1. The wastewater collection system is classified as a CS-1. A review of the Division's database BIMS (Basinwide
Information Management System) revealed that a Primary Operator in Charge (ORC) and a Back-up ORC have not been
identified.
Per15A NCAC 08G .0201 Responsibility of System Owners to Designate certified operators: Owners of classified water
pollution control systems shall designate operators certified by the Commission of the same type and grade as the
classification for the system and for each classification shall
(1) designate one ORC who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade
at least equivalent to the type and grade of the system,
(2) designate one or more Back-up ORC(s) who possesses a valid certificate of the type of the system and no more than
one grade less than the grade of the system, with the exception of no Back-up ORC is required for systems whose
minimum visitation requirements are twice per year.
2. A review of Records indicated the following
a. An operation and maintenance plan was not available for review. Per 15A NCAC 02T.0403(3) an operation and
maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency, preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory,
and overflow response shall have been developed and implemented.
b. There are five high priority line for the system. No documentation of the high priority line inspections was available at the
time of the inspection. Per 15A NCAC 02T.0403 (5) the lines must be inspected at least once every six -months and
inspections documented.
c. No documentation was found that a general observation of the entire system was conducted in the past year, which is
required by 15A NCAC 02T.0403(6).
d. Documentation of a Grease Control Program was not available. grease education materials are distributed to users was
not available for review. Per 15A NCAC 02T.403(a)(8) (A)(C), grease education material is to be distributed at least
bi-annually. an ordinance and documentation of grease interceptor inspections were not available.
3. There are five pump station in the collection system; none are equipped with telemetry and per Mr. Hare, are inspected
daily. Documentation of these inspections was not available for review. Three pump stations were inspected during the
inspection_ All had s,gnage, restricted access and are accessible in all weather conditions.
a. Pump Station #1 iCabin Branch The visual alarm was not working at the time of the inspection.
b, Pump Station #3) Teague As noted in the September 2017 inspection conducted by DWR staff, the generator still does
not work, and there are no spare generators available if there is a power failure.
c. Pump Station #61ittle Rock Acres Audible and visual alarms were not working at the time of the inspection.
4. Three of the Town's four high -priority lines were inspected; Teague, Williams Street and Anne Little's. All appeared to
be rust free and the right of ways have been maintained. The high priority line next to Ms. Little's home is not straight and
appears to require maintenance.
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Permit: WOCSCOD119 owner - Facility: Lucama Town
Inspection Date, 071I M019 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
General
Yes No NA NE
# Is this system a satellite system?
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# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
Black Creek
Is there a overall sewer system map?
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Does the map include
Pipe sizes
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Pipe materials (PVC DIP, ek)
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Pipe location
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# Flow direction
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# Approximate pipe age
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# Pump station ID, location and capacity
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# Force main air release valve location & type
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# Location of satellite connect ons
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Are system maintenance records ma,ntained?
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Comment No documentation was available fore review
Grease Control
Yes Na NA NE
Is greaselsewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings. etc? ❑ M ❑ ❑
If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement-? ❑ ❑ ❑
If Yes, does It require grease control devices at applicable locations? ❑ E ❑ ❑
Is the Grease Conlrcl Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? ❑ ❑ ❑
Is action taken against violators? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment- No documentation was available fore review.
Spills and Response Action Plan
Yes No NA NE
# Is system free of known points of bypass?
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If No, describe type of bypass and location
# Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years?
❑ M ❑ ❑
If Yes, were they reported to the Division rf meeting the reportable criteria?
❑ ❑ 0 ❑
If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
❑ ❑ 0 ❑
Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
❑ 0 El ❑
# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
❑ M ❑ ❑
# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all perscnnel?
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Permit: WOCSD0009 Owner - Facility: Lucama Town
Inspection Date: 0711812019 Inspection Type: Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the plan include
# 24-hour contact numbers ❑ ❑ ❑
# Response time ❑ ❑ ❑
# Equipment list and spare parts inventory ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Access to cleaning equipment ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Source of emergency funds ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Site sanitation and cleanup materials ❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Post-overflowlspill assessment ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: No documentation was available fore review.
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
❑ M ❑ ❑
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
❑ M ❑ ❑
Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Is the annual inspection documented?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
❑ 0 ❑ ❑
Comment: No documentation was available fore review.
LinesfRictht-of-WayslAerial Lines Yes No NA NE
Please list the LineslRight of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected
Teague and William Street and Anne Little's property
Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? ❑ ❑ ❑
If No, give details on temporary access,
Is maintenance documented? Cl 0 ❑ ❑
Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? ❑ M ❑ ❑
Comment: The line at Ms. Little's home appaears to have shifted. There is no signs of leaks - a at this time.
Pump Stations Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected.
a. Pump Station #11Cabin Branch The visual alarm was not working at the time of the inspection.
b, Pump Station #31 Teague. As noted in the September 2017 inspection conducted by DWR staff, the
generator still does not work, and there are no spare generators available if there is a power failure.
c. Pump Station #611-ittle Rock Acres Audible and visual alarms were not working at the time of the
inspection,
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 5
# Number of vacuum stations in system
# Number of simplex pump stations in system 0
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permit; WdCSD0009 Owner - Facility: Lucama Town
Inspection Date: 0711812019 Inspection Type: Col ecbon Sysiem Inspect Non Sampl;ng
# Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building
How many pumplvacuum stations have
# A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed?
# A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed?
For pump stations inspected
Are they secure with restricted access?
Were they free of by-pass structureslpipes?
Were wet wells tree of excessive greaseldebris?
# Do they all have telemetry installed?
Is the telemetry system functional?
Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
Does the sign include
Owner Name?
Pump station identifier?
# Address?
Instructions for notification?
24-hour emergency contact numbers?
Are audio and visual alarms present?
Are audio and visual alarms operable?
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
If tested during inspection, d,d it function properly?
Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal cperating conditions?
# Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator?
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
It Yes, what resources (Units;StaffNehinIes!eh) are,ncluded in Plan?
# Does Permiltee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspecton and maintenance program adeqLahl?
Do pump station logs include at a min:mum
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms. telemetry and aux:liary equipment?
Comment: No records were available for review.
Reason For Visit: noutinc
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