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Home My WebLink AboutWQCSD0365_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20190711DocuSign Envelope ID: E8611E90-4AD5-4318-8AA0-94AF78342184 ROY COOPED 66crryc+r K41CHAEL S. R.EGAN Secretary LINDA CULPEPPER arwtor NORTH CAROLINA Environmental Qual" Certified Mail # 7018 2290 0001 8296 0690 Return Receipt Reauested August 23, 2019 Tommy Pollard, President Blue Creek Utilities Inc 2925 Richlands Hwy Suite I Jacksonville, NC 28540 SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report Blue Creek Utilities Deemed Collection System Collection System Permit No. WQCSD0365 Onslow County Dear Permittee: The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the Blue Creek Utilities Deemed Collection System on July 11, 2019. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance with the deemed requirements of 15A NCAC 02T .0403. The findings and comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report entitled "Compliance Inspection Report". Please respond in writing to this office within 30 days of your receipt of this letter regarding your plan to address the gravity line laying on the streambed of Blue Creek and a deadline to complete. Our office became aware of this line in July 2018 and notified you via certified letter in August 2018 of the need to address it. We understand that several portions of your sewer system in this area will have to be relocated within the next few years for roadway widening. Thus we are not looking for a complete replacement to current requirements, but that interim measures be put in place to help reduce the likelihood for failure. Such measures should have already been implemented given it's been a year. NorthCaarmsDepartrcantoftnvironmeata3Qaadrty I DWsionofWater ResoLEroes r, Wilniiagbon Reg •3ea-Cffra 1 127 CA rd'inslD ivefxtensiian I WINmington, North Caro --ra23405 z�"••"" a"• 910-796-7215 DocuSign Envelope ID: E8611E90-4AD5-4318-8AA0-94AF78342184 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, E DocuEi 0'- b�ryr: t1utiC7S6 Tom Tharrington, Asst. Regional Supervisor Water Quality Regional Operations Section Wilmington Regional Office Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ ATTACHMENT Cc: WQS Wilmington Regional Office File Upload to Laserfiche North CafoLnaDepartment offnvironmeata3Quality I DiuisianofWater Resouroes r, Wilmington RegionaIOffice 127 CArd'InalDFivefxtensian I WiNmington, North Caro:ina23405 zfi"•• "a"^ $10-796-7215 Permit: WQCSD0365 SOC: County: Onslow Region: Wilmington Compliance Inspection Report Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: Blue Creek Utilities Inc Effective: Expiration: Facility: Blue Creek Utilities Deemed Collection System Contact Person: Benny Thomas Pollard Title: President Directions to Facility: System Classifications: Primary ORC: Certification: Secondary ORC(s): On -Site Representative(s): On -site representative Jeffrey A Jarman Related Permits: NC0056952 Blue Creek Utilities Inc - Blue Creek WWTP Inspection Date: 07/11/2019 Entry Time: 01:30PM Primary Inspector: Dean Hunkele DocuSigned by: Secondary Inspector(s): E E1 D9294C4D3746E... Phone: 910-455-5552 Phone: 910-330-8167 Exit Time: 03:OOPM Phone: 910-796-7215 8/23/2019 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 Manholes Pump Stations (See attachment summary) Page 1 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0365 Owner - Facility: Blue Creek Utilities Inc Inspection Date: 07/11/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Inspection Summary: Overall BCU has improved its oversight of its system from recent years. The main outstanding item or issue is addressing the gravity line crossing of Blue Creek in a temporary manner until relocated or abandoned and ideally ASAP to avoid a failure due to excessive creek flow or flooding. Other items are clearing the right-of-way for the Gateway PS force main again & the gravity line leading to the Blue Creek crossing and correcting a few minor pump station issues noted in the report. Page 2 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0365 Owner - Facility: Blue Creek Utilities Inc Inspection Date: 07/11/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine General # Is this system a satellite system? # If Yes, what is system name or permit number? Is there a overall sewer system map? Does the map include: Yes No NA NE ❑❑■❑ ■❑❑❑ Pipe sizes 0❑ ❑ ❑ 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: The map should contain all the items listed above, but the first 3 items are required. Some of the other items are available on record drawings from installation for at least some areas. Grease Control Is grease/sewer education program documented with req'd customer distribution? # Are other types of education tools used like websites, booths, special meetings, etc? If Yes, what are they? (This can reduce mailing to annual.) Yes No NA NE ■❑❑❑ ❑■❑❑ 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: BCU has a FOG & sewer educational flier that is supposedly mailed out twice a year. It should also be -given out with new accounts. Unclear how BCU addresses and oversees commercial connections that should have grease controls in place, but it should be in their customer service agreement. Spills and Response Action Plan Yes No NA NE # Is system free of known points of bypass? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ If No, describe type of bypass and location # Have there been any sewer spills in the past 3 years? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ 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? ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 3 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0365 Owner - Facility: Blue Creek Utilities Inc Inspection Date: 07/11/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine # If Yes, is there a corrective action plan? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ 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 0 ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: BCU apparently has an agreement with EnviroLink to assist with spills and sewer issues. Its unclear if BCU has any back-up pumps, floats, etc on -hand for immediate use 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: In 8-2018 the Division made the Utilitv aware of needina to address the HPL aravity sewer line crossing Blue Creek in that is bowed and not anchored in any way. The line and downstream pump station nearby will be relocated in the next couple of years due to a roadway widening project requiring it to be moved. In the interim, the line needs to be supported on the downstream side to avoid it separating before that occurs. Need to develop a plan to inspect the entire system annually for leaks/damage and document it. Need to document any complaints/issues reported by the sewer users and address reoccuring issues/areas. Lines/Right-of-Ways/Aerial Lines Yes No NA NE Please list the Lines/Right of Ways/Aerial Lines Inspected: Gateway FM; easement was cleared of larger vegetation few years ago, but looks like it needs clearing again of new growth. Line along Hwy 258 from where school's line ties to it down to Blue Creek appears to need clearing. It is unclear if this line will be relocated by the proposed widening project. 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? ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 4 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0365 Owner - Facility: Blue Creek Utilities Inc Inspection Date: 07/11/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine Comment: Manholes Yes No NA NE Please list the Manholes Inspected: Are manholes accessible? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manhole covers/vents above grade? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manhole covers present? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manholes properly seated? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are manholes in good condition? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Are inverts in good condition? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is flow unrestricted in manholes? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive roots? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of excessive sand? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manhole vents screened? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are vents free of submergence? ❑ ❑ ❑ Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes? ❑ ❑ ❑ Comment: Pump Stations Yes No NA NE Please list the Pump Stations Inspected: Main, Hardees, Gateway, Blue Creek Farms # Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system 4 # Number of vacuum stations in system 0 # Number of simplex pump stations in system 0 # Number of simplex pump stations in system serving more than one building 0 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? 4 For pump stations inspected: Are they secure with restricted access? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes? ❑ ❑ ❑ Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris? ❑ ❑ ❑ # Do they all have telemetry installed? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the telemetry system functional? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ? ❑ ❑ ❑ Page 5 of 6 Permit: WQCSD0365 Owner - Facility: Blue Creek Utilities Inc Inspection Date: 07/11/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine 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? ❑ ❑ ❑ Is the back-up system tested at least bi-annually under normal operating conditions? ❑ ❑ ❑ # 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? ❑ ❑ 0 ❑ If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan? The Main and Gateway stations are connected to the WWTP back-up generator; BC Farms has an on -site unit; only the Hardees station doesn't have a generator nor connection. # 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: Area light at Gateway PS needs replacing; alarms out at Blue Creek Farms PS and repaired pump on -site is awaiting installation. The Hardees PS will be relocated again by DOT and the Main station will be relocated as well. Both stations need upgrading, thus it will be a good thing when this occurs. Page 6 of 6