WQCSD0188_Compliance Evaluation Inspection_20190826

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPE .
Director
B. Everett Jordan & Son 1927-LLC
Attn: Carter Jordan, Owner
PO Box 128
Saxapahaw, NC 27340-0128
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
August 26, 2019
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
B. Everett Jordan & Son 1927-LLC Collection System
WQCSDO188
Alamance County
Dear Mr. Jordan:
Ron Boone, of the NC Division of Water Resources (DWR), Winston-Salem Regional Office
(WSRO), visited the B. Everett Jordan & Son 1927-LLC Collection System on August 20th, 2019, to
perform a Compliance Evaluation Inspection (CEI). The assistance and cooperation of Mike Carson,
operator of the collection system, was greatly appreciated. Details of the inspection are recorded on
the attached EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report.
You're reminded that, in accordance with NC General Statute 143-215.6A, failure to comply
with all conditions of the NC regulations govern collection systems subjects the owner to civil
penalties not to exceed $25,000.00 per violation, per day.
We request that you reply to this correspondence in writing with 20 business days of
receiving it. Please answer, in detail, the questions specifically listed in the summary section
of the attached inspection report regarding the pump station's back up power source and your
written operations and maintenance and spill plans.
If you have any questions or require further assistance, please contact Mr. Boone by phone at
336-776-9690, or by email at [e-mail]. You may also contact me by phone at 336-
776-9700, or by email at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Lc, SiTgned<cJbyM:
SulLonD�naer,"dRccegional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
Attachments:
EPA Water Compliance Inspection Report
cc: NCDWR WSRO File
D E Q�p North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Winston-Salem Regional Office 1 450 Hanes Mill Road, Suite 300 1 Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105
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Permit: WQCSD0188
SOC:
County: Alamance
Region: Winston-Salem
Compliance Inspection Report
Effective: 03/01/00 Expiration: Owner: B Everett Jordan & Son-1927 LLC
Effective: Expiration: Facility: B. Everett Jordan & Son 1927-LLC Collection Syster
Contact Person: Carter Jordan Title:
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 08/20/2019 Entry Time: 09:OOAM
Primary Inspector: Ron Boone
Secondary Inspector(s):
Certification:
Phone: [phone]
Phone:
Exit Time: 10:OOAM
Phone: [phone]
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)
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Permit: WQCSDO188 Owner - Facility: B Everett Jordan & Son-1927 LLC
Inspection Date: 08/20/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Please specify the PSs backup power system in your written response.
Please update the operations and maintenance/spill plan to reflect the procedures for the following:
1. High priority line inspections;
2. Annual overall system general observation;
3. Right-of-way maintenance;
4. Pump station inspection frequency, procedures, and recordation;
5. Spill reporting thresholds and procedures;
6. Grease education materials distribution;
The spill plan lists the wrong number for the Division and must be updated. The number is 336-776-9800. The emergency
afterhours number is 1-800-858-0358.
The permittee's written procedures must be updated and expanded upon as specified above. Please reply to this report in
writing and provide a copy of the update plans.
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Permit: WQCSD0188 Owner - Facility: B Everett Jordan & Son-1927 LLC
Inspection Date: 08/20/2019 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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0 ❑ ❑
# If Yes, what is system name or permit number?
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, etc)
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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 connections
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Are system maintenance records maintained?
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Comment: None
Grease Control
Yes No NA NE
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.)
For public systems, is there a Grease Control Program via an ordinance/agreement?
❑
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If Yes, does it require grease control devices at applicable locations?
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Is the Grease Control Program enforced via periodic inspections/records review?
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Is action taken against violators?
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Comment: None
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?
❑
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If Yes, were they reported to the Division if meeting the reportable criteria?
❑
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If applicable, is there documentation of press releases and public notices issued?
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Are all spills or sewer related issues/complaints documented?
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# Are there repeated overflows/problems (2 or more in 12 months) at same location?
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# If Yes, is there a corrective action plan?
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available?
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Is a Spill Response Action Plan available for all personnel?
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Permit: WQCSD0188 Owner - Facility: B Everett Jordan & Son-1927 LLC
Inspection Date: 08/20/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
Does the plan include:
# 24-hour contact numbers
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# Response time
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# Equipment list and spare parts inventory
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# 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
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Comment: None
Inspections
Yes No NA NE
Are adequate maintenance records maintained?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are pump stations being inspected at the required frequency?
0
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Is at least one complete functionality test conducted weekly per pump station?
0
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Is there a system or plan in place to observe the entire system annually?
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Is the annual inspection documented?
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# Does the system have any high -priority lines/locations?
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Are inspections of HPL documented at least every 6 months?
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Are new lines being added to the HPL list when found or created?
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Comment: None
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? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: None
Manholes
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Manholes Inspected:
Are manholes accessible?
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# Are manhole covers/vents above grade?
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of visible signs of overflow?
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Are manholes free of sinkholes and depressions?
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Are manhole covers present?
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# Are manholes properly seated?
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Permit: WQCSDO188 Owner - Facility: B Everett Jordan & Son-1927 LLC
Inspection Date: 08/20/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling
Reason for Visit: Routine
# Are manholes in good condition?
0
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# Are inverts in good condition?
0
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Is flow unrestricted in manholes?
0
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Are manholes free of excessive amounts of grease?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive roots?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of excessive sand?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manhole vents screened?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are vents free of submergence?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Are manholes free of bypass structures or pipes?
0
❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: None
Pump Stations
Yes No NA NE
Please list the Pump Stations Inspected:
Main
# Number of duplex or larger pump stations in system
1
# 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?
1
For pump stations inspected:
Are they secure with restricted access?
❑ ❑ ❑
Were they free of by-pass structures/pipes?
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Were wet wells free of excessive grease/debris?
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# Do they all have telemetry installed?
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Is the telemetry system functional?
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Is a 24-hour notification sign posted ?
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Does the sign include:
Owner Name?
❑
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Pump station identifier?
❑
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# Address?
❑
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Instructions for notification?
❑
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24-hour emergency contact numbers?
❑
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Are audio and visual alarms present?
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Are audio and visual alarms operable?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Is there a backup generator or bypass pump connected?
❑
❑ ❑
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Permit: WQCSD0188 Owner - Facility: B Everett Jordan & Son-1927 LLC
Inspection Date: 08/20/2019 Inspection Type : Collection System Inspect Non Sampling Reason for Visit: Routine
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?
# Is the owner relying on portable units in the event of a power outage?
# If Yes, is there a distribution plan?
If Yes, what resources (Units/Staff/Vehicles/etc) are included in Plan?
There is only one PS in the system.
# Does Permittee have the approved percentage of replacement simplex pumps?
Is recordkeeping of pump station inspection and maintenance program adequate?
Do pump station logs include at a minimum:
Inside and outside cleaning and debris removal?
Inspecting and exercising all valves?
Inspecting and lubricating pumps and other equipment?
Inspecting alarms, telemetry and auxiliary equipment?
Comment: None
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