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Home My WebLink AboutWQCSD0616_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20190802DocuSign Envelope ID: 95F4E8EA-6835-4064-ACA7-5A8CBE5D4B4B ROY COOPED 66crryc+r K41CHAEL S. REGAN Secretary LINDA CULPEPPER arwtor Scott H Brown Carolina Investments Inc 444 Harris Creek Rd Jacksonville, NC 28540 NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Qual" August 08, 2019 SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Southwest Plantation Deemed Collection System Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0616 Onslow County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Southwest Plantation Deemed Collection System on August 8, 2019. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the conditions and limitations specified in Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0616. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report". There were no significant issues or findings noted during the inspection and therefore, a response to this inspection report is not required. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dean Hunkele with the Water Quality Regional Operations Section in the Wilmington Regional Office at 910-796-7215 or via email at dean. hunkele@ncdenr.gov. Sincerely, DocuSigned by: I ONE �Aarrr O�. 7F141E73B6F3456... Tom Tharrington, Asst. Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Wilmington Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ ATTACHMENT Cc: Upload to Laserfiche NorthCaroLnsDepartmentoftnvironmeatailQaadrty I DWsion of Water ResoLE roes r, Wilmington Reg •3na-Off ra 1 127 CArd'inslDrivefxtensiion I WINmington, North Caro --ra2$405 _:r'•• " a"• 910-796-7215 Comaliance Insoection Resort Permit: WQCSD0616 Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Carolina Investments Inc SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Southwest Plantation Deemed Collection System County: Onslow Region: Wilmington Contact Person: Billy W Elston Title: Phone: 910-285-3701 Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Phone: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): On -site representative Scott H Brown 910-340-1086 On -site representative Sonny Scozzari 910-455-7094 Related Permits: WQ0029601 Carolina Investments Inc - Southwest Plantation WWTF Inspection Date: 08/02/2019 Entry Time: 11:OOAM Exit Time: 12:20PM Primary Inspector: Dean Hunkele DocuSigned by: Phone: 910-796-7215 Secondary Inspectors): 8/8/2019 EE1D9294C4D3746E_ Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Type: Collection 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) Page 1 of 5 Permit: WQCSD0616 Owner - Facility: Carolina Investments Inc Inspection Date: 08/02/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: All major issues from 9-2014 inspection have been addressed. There are a few items or things that should be examined or records maintained as detailed in the report. Page 2 of 5 Permit: WQCSD0616 Owner - Facility: Carolina Investments Inc Inspection Date: 08/02/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine General Yes No NA NE # Is this system a satellite system? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # If Yes, what is system name or permit number? Is there a overall sewer system map? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the map include: Pipe sizes ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe materials (PVC, DIP, etc) ❑ ❑ ❑ Pipe location ❑ ❑ ❑ # Flow direction ❑ ❑ ❑ # Approximate pipe age ❑ ❑ ❑ # Pump station ID, location and capacity ❑ ❑ ❑ # Force main air release valve location & type ❑ ❑ ❑ # Location of satellite connections ❑ ❑ ❑ Are system maintenance records maintained? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Record drawings are available. O&M records not reviewed, but simplex station response & repair handled by a third -party contractor and billed to HONownership. Grease Control Yes No NA NE Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.) Placement in newsletter or on website was discussed as other methods For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Is action taken against violators? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE # Is system free of known points of bypass? ❑ ❑ ❑ If No, describe type of bypass and location # Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria? ❑ ❑ ❑ If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location? ❑ ❑ ❑ # If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Page 3 of 5 Permit: WQCSD0616 Owner - Facility: Carolina Investments Inc Inspection Date: 08/02/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the plan include: # 24-hour contact numbers ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Response time ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Equipment list and spare parts inventory ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Access to cleaning equipment ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Access to construction crews, contractors, and/or engineers ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Source of emergency funds ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Site sanitation and cleanup materials ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ # Post-overflow/spill assessment ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: If a Spill Response Action Plan isn't available then one needs to be created using the above as guidance. Inspections Yes No NA NE Are adequate maintenance records maintained? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the annual inspection documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Comment: Response to alarms and pump failures are invoiced to HOA/ownership Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: Are right-of-ways and easements maintained for the full width for access? ❑ ❑ ❑ If No, give details on temporary access: Is maintenance documented? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were all areas/lines inspected free of issues? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Pump Stations Yes No NA NE Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: # Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 0 # Number of vacuum stations in system 0 # Number of simplex pump stations in system 183 # Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building 0 Page 4 of 5 Permit: WQCSD0616 Owner - Facility: Carolina Investments Inc Inspection Date: 08/02/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine How many pump/vacuum stations have: # A two-way "auto polling" communication system (SCADA) installed? 0 # A simple one-way telemetry/communication system (auto -dialer) installed? 0 For pump stations inspected: Are they secure with restricted access? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # Do they all have telemetry installed? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is the telemetry system functional? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ Does the sign include: Owner Name? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Pump station identifier? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # Address? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Instructions for notification? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ 24-hour emergency contact numbers? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Are audio and visual alarms present? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Are audio and visual alarms operable? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ If tested during inspection, did it function properly? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # Does it have a dedicated connection for a portable generator? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ # If Yes, is there a distribution plan? ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan? # Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Do pump station logs include at a minimum: Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Inspecting and exercising all valves? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ Comment: The area was without power for a week or so following Hurricane Florence. Ownership needs a plan to deal with stations needing to be pumped when power is out (like use of a portable generator or pump truck) and to address staged start-up of stations once power is restored to avoid overwhelming the headworks of the WWTF. Page 5 of 5