NCG070133_COMPLETE FILE - HISTORICAL_20170407

STORMWATER DIVISION CODING SHEET
NCG PERMITS
PERMIT NO.
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DOC TYPE
HISTORICAL FILE
❑ MONITORING REPORTS
DOC DATE
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ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
Environmental
Quality
April 7, 2017
HOG SLAT, INC.
ATTN: DOUG NIEmoND, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGER
PO Box 300
NEWTON GROVE, NC 28376
Subject: Multimedia Compliance Inspection
Clinton Plant
Sampson County
Dear Mr. Niemond:
Department of Environmental Quality staff from the Fayetteville Regional Office conducted a
multimedia compliance inspection of the Clinton Plant on March 21, 2017 for permitted activities
administered by the following Divisions:
Division of Air
Division of Energy,
Division of Water
Quality (DAQ)
Mineral and Land
Resources (DWR)
Resources (DEMLR)
The results of each applicable inspection area and any associated response actions or necessary
corrective measures are detailed in the Division specific areas of the attached report(s). Should
violations be noted in the attached report(s), you may receive separate enforcement related
correspondence in addition to the report(s).
If you have any questions regarding this multimedia inspection or the results of each program
inspection, please contact the Fayetteville Regional Office at [phone] and ask to speak with
the appropriate Division staff. Thank you for your cooperation.
encl: DAQ Compliance Assurance Visit (CAV) Report
DEMLR Stormwater Inspection Report
DWR General Wastewater Inspection Report
cc: (w/attachments)
Trent Allen, FRO
DAQ FRO Files
DEMLR FRO Files
DWR FRO Files
State of North Carolina € Department of Environmental Quality
Fayetteville Regional Office 1 225 Green Street, Suite 714 1 Fayetteville, NC 28301
910.433-3300

-NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF
:.AIR QUALITY
,,'Compliance Assurance Visit (CAV) Report
,,Date: 03/24/2017
y ' Facility Data
'liog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
'`i451 Turkey Hwy
;Clinton, NC 28328
'lat: 34d 59.5820m Long: 78d 15.9050m
?SIC: 3273 / Ready -Mixed Concrete
-NAICS: 32732 / Ready -Mix Concrete Manufacturing
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Contact Data
Facility Contact Authorized Contact
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;Frank Alonzo Doug Niemond
Plant Manager Environmental Manager
[phone] (910) 5940219
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t°Inspector's Signature:
Date of Signature: [ /7 /1-7
Total Actual emissions in TONSIYEAR:
Technical Contact
Doug Niemond
Environmental Manager
[phone]
Fayetteville Regional Office
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
NC Facility ID 8200120
County/FIPS: Sampson/163
Permit Data
Permit n/a
Issued n/a
Expires n/a
Classification Permit Exempt
Permit Status Inactive
Current Permit Application(s) None
Program Applicability
SIP
Compliance Data
CAV Date 03/21/2017
Inspector's Name Mike Lawyer
Operating Status Operating
Compliance Code Compliance - inspection
Action Code FCE
On -Site CAV Result Compliance
TSP
S02
NOX
VOC
CO
PM10
*HAP
-2012
1.67
---
0.0900
0.0100
0.1000
0.4910
0.2643
1007
1.56
---
0.1300
---
0A200
0.4500
0.2465
* 11ghe9t HAP Emitted (inpounds)
Five Year Violation History: None
=Date Letter Tyne Rule Violated Violation Resolution Date
ests since last FCE: None
Test Results Test Methods) Sources Tested

I. DIRECTIONS: From FRO travel about 35 miles on Hwy 24 East to Clinton. Take the exit for
Hwy 701/421/24 bypass, then follow the signs for Hwy 24 East. Travel about 0.5 mile and turn
left onto Hwy 701, then approximately 0.25 mile tam right at the stop light onto Hwy 24 East
(Turkey Highway). The plant is about two miles on the left.
H. SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS: All standard FRO safety gear is required. Watch for truck and
fork-lift traffic.
III. FACILITY DESCRIPTION: This facility makes a variety of concrete products for various
industries including hog house slat flooring, parking bumpers, utility poles with base, roadway
medians, equipment/machinery foundations, and other products. The facility has over 100 molds
onsite for various customer needs and can manufacture specialty molds. Raw materials, cement,
sand, rock and water are mixed, poured, cured, dried, stored, and shipped to customers. No fly
ash is used. Aggregate mix varies with the product ordered. The setting for concrete mix,
yardage, and pouring is computer controlled. From the cement hopper, the product is poured into
a mold that has been lightly hand -coated with a kerosene based mixture to prevent mold/cement
adhering together. The mold -sets-oii'a-shaker; which vibrates setting the cement. The mold is
raked by personnel during this process to help compact the product and remove air bubbles and
excess concrete. Later, it is hydraulically flipped, vibrated, and raked again. There is very little
holding time for the drying process. Most of the concrete is relatively dry when poured. The final
product is often ready to sell after 3 to 4 hours of drying time.
The. facility entrance is a lattice -like concrete surface with the remaining main access road
graveled to reduce fugitive dust emissions. The surrounding grounds along the access road are
landscaped with tall trees on both sides. This access road is about 0.25 mile long leading to the
facility. The facility yard is dirt with gravel. The facility applies water to the yard and entrance
road with a, water truck: during dry periods. The facility also applies water to the yard using
sprinklers when needed. The facility has speed limit signs at the yard entrance (5 mph), yard
midpoint (5 mph), and at the access road entrance (10 mph).
The facility requested. to have their air quality permit rescinded under ' the newly adopted 2Q
.0102(d) exemption. The facility's permit was rescinded on December 13, 2016.
Throughputs:
Operating Hours
Sam - 2 m, Monday - Thursday
Employees
_ 40
Dry Cement Used (tons/year):
4,000
Current Operating Rate (yds3/hour):
- 6
Production 2016 ( ds3):
12,600
IV. COMPLIANCE ASSURANCE VISIT SUMMARY: On March 21, 2017, I, Mike Lawyer with
FRO DEMLR, arrived at the facility to conduct a Multimedia Inspection to determine compliance
with applicable Air Quality regulations as well as conditions of NPDES General Wastewater
Permit NCG500000 and NPDES General Stormwater Permit NCG070000. I met with Mr. Doug
Niemond, Environmental Manager, Mr. Steve Swiss, Division Manager, and Mr. Frank Alonzo,
Plant Manager. According to all three gentlemen, no operational changes have been made at the
facility since previous inspection and they were not aware of any complaints. Facility personnel
conduct visual inspections and maintenance of the baghouses for both cement storage silos on a
monthly basis and document in a logbook, which was available for review. Since the facility's
permit was rescinded, a Facility Compliance Tracking Checklist was completed for calendar year

2016. The checklist notes that emissions were below the exemption threshold, the annual
throughput was 12,600 yds3 of concrete, and the quantity of fuels combusted was 20,767 gallons
of LPG.
After reviewing the facility's inspection and maintenance records, Mr. Niemond, Mr. Swiss and
Mr. Alonzo accompanied me outside where observations were made of the facility's concrete
product storage areas, silos, and aggregate storage areas. Site appeared to be well operated and
maintained.
V. EQUIPMENT ONSITE:
A. Precast concrete central mix plant (50 yds3/hour capacity) with fabric filter air pollution
control system(s) installed on all sources (Total filtration area = 340 square feet).
B. One cement mixing weigh hopper and loading operation.
C. Two silos for cement storage.
D. Sand and aggregate stockpiles and handling equipment.
E. One.LPG-fired boiler (5.2 mtnBtu/hour).
F. One LPG -fired 500 gallon hot water heater.
VI. APPLICABLE AIR QUALITY REGULATIONS:
A. 15A NCAC 2D .0515 — PARTICULATES FROM MISC. INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES —
Particulate emissions shall not exceed allowable emission rates as calculated by the following
equations:
E = 4.10 * (P) 0-17 for P < 30 tons/hr, or
E = 55 * (P) "- 40 for P >30 tons/hr
APPEARED IN COMPLIANCE: These calculations were made when the facility was
permitted and previous permit reviews indicated that the facility, when controls are properly
maintained and operated, would not exceed these limits. The facility's particulate emissions
are controlled by bagfilters. Each bagfilter appeared to have regular maintenance conducted
and there were no dust accumulations near their exhaust points, which would indicate an
operational problem.
B. 15A NCAC 2D .0521— CONTROL OF VISIBLE EMISSIONS — Visible emissions shall
not exceed 20% opacity.
APPEARED IN COMPLIANCE: No visible emissions were observed during the inspection.
DAQ has not received any recent complaints pertaining to this facility.
C. 15A NCAC 2D .0535 — NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT — Notify DAQ in the event of
excess emissions lasting longer than 4 hours resulting from malfunctions, breakdowns, or
abnormal conditions.
APPEARED IN COMPLIANCE There were no indications of any excess emissions, which
would require a notification by the facility. There have been no recent complaints received by
the facility or DAQ.

D. 15A NCAC 2D .0540 — PARTICULATES FROM FUGITIVE DUST EMISSION
SOURCES Fugitive dust emissions shall not contribute to substantive complaints or
excessive dust emissions across the property boundary.
APPEARED IN COMPLIANCE: There have been no recent complaints received by the
facility or DAQ and there was no evidence at the time of inspection of dust emissions
crossing the property boundary.
VII. NON-COMPLIANCE HISTORY SINCE 2010: None.
V1II. RISK MANAGEMENT (112R): This facility does not store any 112(r) subject materials above
threshold limits. Therefore, it is not required to maintain a written Risk Management Plan (RMP).
IX. CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS: Hog Slat, Inc. — Clinton Plant 2 appeared to
be IN COMPLIANCE with applicable air quality. regulations on the date of the visit.
PINK SHEET ADDITIONS: None:
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: NCG070133 Effective: 06/01/13 Expiration: 05/31/18 Owner: Hog Slat Inc
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Clinton Plant
County: Sampson 1451 Warsaw Hwy
Region: Fayetteville
Clinton NC 28328
Contact Person: Douglas Alan Niemond Title: Environmental Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone,
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
On -site representative Doug Niemand 910-590-6137
On -site representative Steve Swiss
On -site representative Frank Alonzo 910-590-3494
Related Permits:
• Inspection Date: 03/21/2017 Entry Time: 10: AM Exit Time: 11:50AM
Primary Inspector: Mike Lawye/��� Phone: [phone],f_* �
Socondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: Routine Inspection Typo: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Stone, Clay, Glass, and Concrete Products Stormwater Discharge COC
Facility Status: Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Storm Water
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit: NCG070133 Owner- Fad lity:Hog Slat Inc
Inspection Date: 03/21/2017 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Vie it: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Inspection conducted as part of a Multimedia Inspection. Facility's Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) and
semi-annual Qualitative Monitoring records were available for review. The SPPP contains all permit -required components
and was recently updated. Some minor revisions are needed to the detailed site map. Employee training specific to
stormwater, spill prevention and response, etc. should be incorporated into the annual safety training that is currently being
conducted and documented. The SPPP should be reviewed/updated annually and documented in accordance with permit
conditions. Records of semi-annual visual monitoring of stormwater discharges were complete and up-to-date. Observations
were made of the facility's product storage areas, petroleum and chemical storage area with secondary containment,
stormwater drainage ditches and stormwater discharge outfall. An admixture tank located near the cement storage silos
needs appropriate secondary containment.
Page: 2

Permit: NCG070133 Owner- Facility:Hog Slat Inc
Inspection Date: 0312112017 Inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Analytical Monitoring
Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring?
# Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas?
Yes No NA NE
❑❑■❑
❑❑■❑
Comment: Vehicle_ maintenance is not conducted onsite, therefore analvtical monitoring is not applicable.
Permit and Outfatls Yee No NA NE
# Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Were all outfalls observed during the inspection? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# If the facility has representative outfall status, is it properly documented by the Division? ❑ ❑ M. ❑
# Has the facility evaluated all illicit (non stormwater) discharges? M ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment. -
Qualitative Monitoring Yea No NA NE
Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi-annually? ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment:
Stormwater eollution Prevention Plan
Yes No NA NE
Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan?
E ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a "Narrative Description of Practices"?
N ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices?
❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment?
❑ E ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a BMP summary?
E ❑ ❑ Cl
# Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and Response Plan (SPRP)?
N ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the facility provide and document Employee Training?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a list of Responsible Party(s)?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
# Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program?
❑ ❑ ❑
Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented?
N ❑ ❑ ❑
Page: 3

Permit: NCG070133 Owner - Facility: Hop Slat Irc
Inspection Date: 03121M17 inspection Type : Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
Yea No NA NE
Comment: Plan includes a detailed site map, however minor revisions are needed to include direction of
stormwater flow and outfall location. Appropriate secondary, containment is needed around
admixture tank located near the cement storage silos.
Page: 4

United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C.20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8.31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yrlmolday Inspection Type
Inspector Fac Type
1 IN ( 2 j5 I 3 � NCG500584 I11 12 17/03121 17
18 I r. I
191 S 1 201
211 11 1 1 1 I 1 1_J 11
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 61 CIA
--------Reserved-
67 70 LJ I { 71 [_� 72 I �, I
iJ
731 I `74 75_LL
I
80
Section B: Facitity Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
10:00AM 17103l21
16/04122
Clinton Plant
1451 Warsaw Hwy
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Clinton NC 28328
11:50AM 17103/21
20/07131
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)ffitles(s)1Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
111
Doug Niemand11910-590-613719105940219
Frank Alonzo11910-590-349419105901053
Steve Swiss!!/
Name, Address of Responsible OfficialfTitle/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
James Etheridge,1451 Warsaw Hwy Clinton NC 2832811910-590-349419105901053
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Multimedia
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signatur s) of Inspector(s Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers
Mike Lawyer FRO W011910-433.3300 Ext.729!
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Signature of Management 0 A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers
Date
Trent Allen / G� FRO WQ//910-433-3300/
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EPA Form 3560.3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete
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NPDES yrlmolday Inspection Type (Cont.) 1
31 NCG500584 �11 12 17/03/21 17 18 ICI
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Inspection conducted as part of a Multimedia Inspection. Coverage under the NGG500000 General
Wastewater Permit for this facility applies to discharges of boiler biowdown. Boiler blowdown along
with steam condensate from the concrete product manufacturing process flows into an above -ground
oil/water separator, which then flows into a 500-gallon holding tank. Once the holding tank is full, a
valve is opened to release the wastewater through a PVC pipe onto the gravel surface adjacent to one
of the buildings, A logbook of releases is maintained, which documents the frequency of releases
(about every three days), flow estimate (500 gallons), and pH readings (within 6-9 range) for each
release. According to facility personnel, temperature is not checked since the releases from the holding
tank would be at ambient temperature. Facility's water supply is a well and chlorine is not added to the
system, therefore testing for total residual chlorine is not applicable. An oil and grease test is also not
applicable since there are no discharges of air compressor condensate. A water conditioner system is
incorporated with the boiler, however monitoring of chemical oxygen demand (COD) has not been
performed. Follow-up by staff with the Division of Water Resources who administers the NCG500000
permit may be conducted regarding this item.
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Facility Compliance Tracking Checklist
Calendar Year
Are calendar year emissions below exemption threshold?
Annual Throughput (quantity of materials made or processed)
(i.e. concrete, asphalt, cotton, woodwaste generated, etc.)
Units (i.e.tons, pounds, bales, etc.)
Quantity of Fuels Combusted:
Natural Gas
No. 2fuel oil 'Sulfur Content
Wood
revised 06-16.2016
P(yes 0"No
:4 ...
fe
!SkrL :gallons
gallons
tons
Link to NSPS and NESHAP rule guidance:
http:f/deq.ne.gov/about/divisions/air-duality/air-quality-perm'+its/s.pecific-perrnit-conditions-regulatory-guide
NSPS Dc subject boilers:
Does fuel oil contain > 0.5% sulfur?
Was report submitted semi-annually?
Did you conduct timely opacity monitoring for>30mmBtu boilerson fuel oil?
NESHAP 61 subject boilers:
Date of last biennial/5 yrtune-up?
Compliance certification on site?
NESHAP 4Z / NSPS 41 / NSPS 4J subject engines:
New emerge cv and non -emergency engines:
Certificate of Conformity on site? a _.
Does fuel oil contain > 0,0015% sulfur?:
Existing emergency engines.:
Date of last oil i ion & e sfilt os change/analysis, belt/hose/filter/plugs s Inspection manten
... _........ ._ g ..p_ ... ante?.
Number of hours run for non -emergency (includes testing & maintenance)?
-'-Yes , No
Yes 0N 01�A1/A
r`/A
0 Yes C6N o
2k4/A
0. N/A
0 Yes 0 No ❑iN/A
0 Yes... 12 o ' 41,k,
,0 Yes 0 No &NfA
K14/A...
Existing non -emergency engines using a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC):,
'Date of last compliance source test? -
,1jA
Notice of testing submitted ? 60 days prior to testing?
O Yes 0 No
k N. jA _.
Did source test show compfiance.
Yes 0 No
"A
Does fuel oil contain > 0.0015% sulfur?
= ,Yes 0 No
XV/A
s e continuously recorded and tracked as a 4 hour roiling average?
Yes , O;No
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pressure
Is ressure drop recorded monthly?
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C,Yes O-No
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' 'N/A
Facillty-wide Applicability:
Visible emissions >20% from any sources/devices?
Any signs of dust leaving property or any complaints?
O Yes T(-No
Yes �No
Any new sources or control devices added? °O:Yes L Na
Were they evaluated for permitting? ,Yes ! No
inspection & M6-Yes N+O Maintenance on control devices? Yes ' Io N/A
'•The checklist Is being provided only as a guidance document. Complying with this checklist does not ensure compliance with
the regulations and does not absolve you from ensuring your facility isin compliance with all appropriate air quality regulations.

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Air Quality
HNVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
December 13, 2016
Mr. Doug Niemond
Environmental Manager
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
PO Box 308
Newton Grove, NC 28366
SUBJECT: Rescission Request
Application No. 8200120.16A
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
Facility ID: 8200120, Clinton, Sampson County
Permit Class: Small
Permit No, 0769IR05
Dear Mr. Niemond:
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
SHEILA C. HOLMAN
Director
The Division of Air Quality has reviewed your letter and supporting documentation received
December 7, 2016 requesting rescission of Permit No. 07691 R05.
Based on this information, the facility doe's qualify for exemption from permitting since the facility
is currently classified as "small" and the facility -wide actual emissions of particulate matter
(PM10), sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, hazardous
air pollutants (HAP), and toxic air pollutants (TAP), from previous years, each has been less than
five (5) tons per year and the total actual aggregate emissions of these pollutants have been less than
10 tons per year. The -letter also indicated that there are no future plans to make any changes that
would increase emissions above these exemption thresholds.
Therefore, in accordance with your request, Air Quality Permit No. 07691R05 is hereby rescinded,
effective the date of this letter. It should be noted that this exemption from permitting does not
exempt Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2 from complying with the applicable emission control
standards.
State of North Carolina E Environmental Quality I Air Quality
Fayetteville Regional Office I Sysiel Building, 225 Green Street, Suite 7141 Fayetteville, NC 28301-5094
910 433 3300 T 1910 485 7467 F

Mr, Doug Niemond b
December 13, 2016
Page 2
Furthermore, should you decide to,modify the processes such that the result is an increase of
emissions above the emission thresholds given above, an Air Quality Permit may be required and
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2 should contact this Regional Office prior to such actions for a
permit or registration applicability determination.
This exemption from the permitting requirement is based upon your statement that this facility has
been and will be operated under the threshold levels as outlined in the Regulation NCAC 2Q
.0102(d). Please be advised that the operation of any air pollution emission sources which results in
increased emissions in excess of the threshold levels specified in 15A NCAC 2Q.0I 02(d) without an
Air Quality Permit is a violation of 15A NCAC 2Q.0101, "Required Air Quality Permits." If this
facility is required to obtain an Air Quality permit in the future because of increased emissions, each
day of operation of the emission sources without an Air Quality Permit represents a separate
violation. Such violations may be subject to enforcement action pursuant to -NCGS 143-215.114A.
Please be aware that even though your facility may no longer be subject to permitting requirements,
the operations must still comply with all applicable state and federal laws and regulations, The
attached Facility Compliance Tracking Checklist may be of help to you in verifying you remain in
compliance with certain federal and state regulations. It may also aid in determining if you remain
below the emissions threshold. You may use this checklist at your discretion as it is intended to be
used as a guidance document only. Furthermore, it is DAQ's intent to periodically conduct
compliance assurance visits at exempt facilities. If you have any questions with reference to the
above matter, please do not hesitate to contact Gregory Reeves at 910-433-3373.
S, rely,
Steven F. Vozzo, Regional Supervisor
Division of Air Quality, NCDEQ
Enclosure
cc: Fayetteville Regional Office Files

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I Facility Compliance Tracking Checklist revised urrsry 2016
Calendar Year
'Are calendar year emissions below exemption threshold?....
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❑;Yes ❑�No. __. __ .. .--.._..._.__..
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]Annual Throughput (quantity of materials ma de or processed)
(i.e concrete; asphalt, cotton woodwaste generated, etc.]
i !
Units (i.e_tons, pounds, bales,etc.}
qq�antity of Fuels Combus
.... Natural Gas � �
fts '
No 2 fuel oil Sulfur Content,_ _
gallons
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ILPG 1
gallons
Wood
tons...
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conditions -regulatory guide
SFS Da subject boilers:
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Does fuel oil contain � 0 596 sulfur? �..
;Yes OI Na ©N/A ! �
. p m€ annuall ?
Was report submitted semi-annually? ! � i?.
Di timely for>3�OmmB�tu bailers fuel
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❑ "Yes" ❑
❑;Ye ❑ N/A
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conduct monitoring on of
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NESHAP
' 6J su6ject�boiiers•
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!late of last biennial/5yrtun,e-up?....f..
11 N/A
Compliance certification on site? I ;
OtYes ©N0 ! ❑ Nf.A
NESHAP 4Z f NSPS 41 f NSPS 4.1 :uect engines
;
N%W-eMer d o- ere Ines:
? 3
^GlYes
Certificate of Conformlt on site?
❑ No N/A
1Doesfuel oil contain>0.00159sulfur?
o t•Yes PN❑ N/A
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Existing emeraen2y enxines_
Date of last oil change analysis, belt/hose/filter/plugs inspection & maintenance?
t-
; N/A
Number of hours run for non -emergency (includes testing &maintenance)?
_❑ N/A
Existing non-emergen engines using a Diesel Oxidation Catalyst (DOC)'
IDate of last compliances( test? —
N6ticeoft2stlngsubmLtted?,5qdays riortotesting? j
Did source test show compliance? _
cetesonton�0.. — c_e� .-_..... _ __.�. ___^._
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❑ NIA
❑Yes ❑-�-N;o ❑ N/A
QYYes ❑f No j ❑ N/A -
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Doesfu �15% sulfur?
❑?Yes ❑ No ' ❑ N/A
Is tam erasure continuous! recorded and tracked as a � hourrollin avers e?
❑'?Yes ❑'Na � ❑ N/A I
Is pressure drop recorded month) ?
©Yes D!No ❑ N/A
Foal I1ty wide Rppliaability ...1... 1.._._ ... 4 .......... ........
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'Visibieemissions >2046from anysources/devices?
❑,Yes i ❑No j
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Steven F. Vozzo
Regional Supervisor .
NC DEQ, Division of Air Quality
Fayetteville Regional Office
225 Green Street, Suite 714
Fayetteville, NC 28301
Date: 12/07/16
Subject: Permit Rescission Request
Hog Sat, Inc. — Clinton Plant 2
1451 Turkey Hwy
Clinton, NC
Sampson County
Facility ID Number 82001120
Air Permit Number 07691R04
Dear W. Vozzo,
We received your letter regarding eligibility for permit exemption under the revised 15A North Carolina
Administrative Code 2Q .0102 rule. Our facility would like to request rescission of our Air Quality Permit
due to the fact that our actual emissions of particulate matter (PMio), sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides,
volatile organic compounds, carbon monoxide, hazardous air pollutants, and toxic air pollutants are each
less than five (5) tons per year lid total aggregate emissions are less than 10 tons per year. We have
examined our production history over the last five years and have assessed our future production demand.
Our facility is confident that emissions will remain below the exemption threshold. Please find attached
supporting air emissions documentation to substantiate this request.
If you have any questions with reference to the above matter, please do not hesitate to contact me at
Telephone No 910-590-6137 and Email dniemond@hogslatcom.
Sine ly,
Doug Niernond
Enviror mental Manager

NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF
AIR QUALITY
Inspection Report
Date: 05/08/2015
Facility Data
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
1451 Turkey Hwy
Clinton, NC 28328
Lat: 34d 59.5820m Long: 78d 15.9050m
SIC: 3273 / Ready -Mixed Concrete
NAICS: 32732 / Ready -Mix Concrete Manufacturing
Facility Contact
Frank Alonzo
Plant Manager
[phone]
Contact Data
Authorized Contact
Doug Niemond
Environmental Manager
[phone]
Fayetteville Regional Office
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
NC Facility ID 8200120
County/FIPS: Sampson/163
Permit Data
Permit 07691 / R05
Issued 5/20/2013
Expires 4/30/2018
Classification Small
Permit Status Active
Current Permit Application(s) None
Technical Contact SIP
Doug Niemand
Environmental Manager
[phone]
Program Applicability
Compliance Data
Comments:
Inspection Date 05/05/2015
Inspector's Name Neil Joyner
Inspector's Signature: Operating Status Operating
Compliance Code Compliance- inspection
Action Code FCE
Date of Signature: On -Site Inspection Result Compliance
Total Actual emissions in TONS/YEAR:
TSP
S02
NOX
VOC
CO
PMIO
* HAP
2012
1.67
---
0.0900
0.0100
0.1000
0.4910
0.2643
2007
1.56
---
0.1300
---
0.0200
0.4500
0.2465
Five Year Violation History: None
Date Letter Tyne
Rule Violated
* Hip -hest HAP Emitted
Violation Resolution Date
'erformed Stack Tests since last FCE: None
Date Test Results Test Method(s) Source(s) Tested

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Directions:
From FRO travel about 35 miles on Hwy 24 East to Clinton; take the exit for Hwy 701/421/24 bypass;
following the signs for HWY 24 East; travel about %z mile and turn left onto HWY 701, then right approx
1/4 mile turn right at the stop light onto HWY 24 East (Turkey Highway). The plant is about two miles on
the left.
Safety Considerations: All standard FRO safety gear is required. Watch for truck and fork-lift traffic.
Facility Des cri tion:
This facility makes a variety of concrete molding for various industries: hog house slat flooring, park
bumpers, utility poles with base, roadway medians, equipment/machinery foundations, and other
products. The facility has over 100 molds on site for various customer needs and can manufacture
specialty molds. Raw materials, cement, sand, rock, and water, are mixed, poured, cured, dried, stored,
and shipped to customers. No fly ash is used. Aggregate mix varies with the product ordered. The
setting for concrete mix, yardage, and pouring is computer controlled. From the cement hopper, the
product is poured into a mold that has been lightly hand -coated with a kerosene based mixture to prevent
mold/cement adhering together. The mold sets on a shaker which vibrates, setting the cement. The mold
is raked by personnel during this process to help compact the product and remove air bubbles and excess
concrete. Later, it is hydraulically flipped, vibrated, and raked again. There is very little holding time for
the drying process. Most of the concrete is relatively dry when poured. The final product is often ready to
sell after 3 to 4 hours of drying time.
The facility entrance is a lattice -like concrete surface with the remaining main access road graveled to
reduce fugitive dust emissions. The surrounding grounds along the access road are landscaped with tall
tree lines on both sides. This access road is about'/a mile long leading to the facility. The facility yard is
dirt with gravel. The facility applies water to the yard and entrance road with a water truck during dry
periods. The facility also applies water to the yard using sprinklers when needed. The facility has speed
limit signs at the yard entrance (5 mph), yard midpoint (5 mph), and at the access road entrance (10 mph).
Operating Hours
0500 to 1400, Mon — Thur
Employees
36
Dry Cement Used for CY2012, 2013, 2014 (tons):
Current Operating Rate (cubic yds per hr):
4843; 3987; 4582
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Emission Sources and Operating Status:
Emission
Emission SourceY
Control ;
Control System
Source ID
-...........
Description
-
System ID
Description
Precast Concrete Central Mix Plant (50 cubic yards per hour capacity):
ES 1 ��
cement storage silo
CD 1
bagfilter (170 ft2 filter area)
-Being filled at 10 psi;
—0% opacity.
I
i ES2
cement storage silo
CD2
bagfilter (170 ft2 filter area)
-Operating at —6 cubic
yards concrete per hr;
—0% opacity.

ES3
central mixer
-Operating at
�6 cubic yards concrete
i
NIA
NIA
per hr;
1 -0% opacity.
ES4
weigh hopper
-Operating at
-6 cubic yards concrete
NIA
NIA
per hr;
-0% opacity.
Insignificant / Exempt Activities;
Source
Exemption
Source of
Source of Title V
Regulation J
TAPs?
Pollutants?
I-1 - LPG -fired boiler
(5.2 mmBtu per hour)
-Operating at
2Q .0102
Yes
Yes
-5.2 mmBtu/hr;
(c)(2)(B)(ii)
-0% opacity.
_
-
I-2 - sand and aggregate handling
-Operating at
2Q 0102
-6 cubic yards concrete
No
Yes
per hr;
(c)(2)(E}(i)
-0% opacity.
-�
I-3 - LPG -fired 500 gallon Hot
Water Heater
-Not operating.
2Q .0102
Yes
Yes
(c)(2)(B)(iv)
Inspection Summary:
On 5 May 2015, I, Neil Joyner, of DAQ FRO, met with Mr. Frank Alonzo, Plant Manager, to conduct a
compliance inspection. I was at the facility by appointment for the full inspection and also to conduct a
visible emissions evaluation (VEE) of silo ES-1 during pneumatic filling. Mr. Alonzo stated that the
facility had received no complaints from anyone regarding air quality. He stated that the FAC FINDER
was up to date. He stated that there had been no changes at the facility since the last inspection and that
none were planned. He showed me a copy of their current air permit. He stated that the facility was
currently producing mostly hog -house slat flooring. He stated that the facility contracts a company to
crush concrete on the site about every 2 years. He stated that the crusher was last at the facility about a
month ago. He stated that the crusher utilizes water spray bars for wet suppression when operating. He
stated that there is a separate weigh hopper for sand and aggregate at his facility.

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Mr. Alonzo stated that the facility receives about 2 cement tankers each week on average and about 3
tankers at the most. He stated that Omar Escamilla is the person that maintains the bagfilters and also
observes them for proper operation during silo filling. He stated that he normally does not see any
dusting from the bagfilters during silo filling. He stated that the tanker trucks normally fill between 10
and 12 psi. I did not observe leaks or holes in the bagfilters housing or ductwork. I did not observe
excessive dust deposits around the bagfilters or central mixer with weigh hopper. The central mixer was
operating at the time at -0% opacity from both mixer room windows. I observed that the boiler and hot
water heater were both fired by LPG when they operate.
During this inspection, I conducted a 33-minute VEE of silo ES -I during 10-psi pneumatic filling with all
results of 0% opacity. Just before the VEE, the tanker truck driver shut the truck down and repaired a
cement dust leak on the truck itself. The tankers are contracted and are not owned by this company.
Regulatory Review:
A.3 21) .0515 - "Particulate Control Requirement, - Particulate matter emissions from the emission
sources shall not exceed allowable emission rates.
Appeared in Compliance - Compliance was determined by the permit writer, based on operating these
sources as in the permit application. There have been no changes to these sources.
A.4 21) .0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," - Visible emissions from permitted sources
manufactured after July 1, 1971, shall not exceed 20 percent opacity.
Appeared in Compliance - No visible emissions were observed from any of the permitted or
insignificant sources during this inspection, including from bagfilter CD-1 during pneumatic filling from
tanker truck.
A.6 2D .0540 "Fugitive Dust Control Requirement," - Shall not cause or allow fugitive dust emissions
to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible emissions beyond the property
boundary.
Appeared in Compliance - I did not observe any fugitive dust emissions beyond the facility boundaries
or deposits on the highway at the entrance to the site. There have been no complaints received.
A.7 2D.0611, "Fabric Filter Requirements" - Particulate matter emissions shall be controlled as
described in the permitted equipment list. Bagfilter logbook documenting inspections and maintenance.
Appeared in Compliance - The facility was documenting internal inspections of both bagfilters monthly
and maintenance activities were being recorded. The logbook indicated that the last internal inspection
was on 16 April 2015 and that on 19 March 2015, a bagfilter shaker belt was replaced.
Non -Compliance History since CY2010:
There have been no compliance issues since CY2010.
112r Status:
The facility does not use nor store applicable materials in quantities that would require a written Risk
Management Plan.
Recommendations and Compliance Statement:
Based on review of records and visual observations, this facility appeared to be operating in compliance
with their air quality standards and regulations at the time of this inspection.
Pink Sheet Notes: No new notes needed at this time.
/caj

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Air Quality
Pat McCrory Sheila C. Holman John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director Secretary
May 20, 2013
Mr. Doug Niemond
Environmental Manager
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
PO Box 308
Newton Grove, NC 28366
Subject: Air Permit No. 07591R05
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
Clinton, Sampson County, North Carolina
Permit Class: Small
Facility ID# 8200120
Dear Mr. Niemond:
In accordance with your completed application received April 12, 2013, we are forwarding
herewith Permit No. 07691R05 to Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2, Clinton, Sampson County, North
Carolina for the construction and operation of air emissions sources or air cleaning devices and
appurtenances. Additionally, any emissions activities determined from your air permit application
as meeting the exemption requirements contained in 15A NCAC 2Q .0102 have been listed for
information purposes as an "ATTACHMENT" to the enclosed air permit. Please note the records
retention requirements are contained in General Condition 2 of the General Conditions and
Limitations.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable to you,
you have the right to request a formal adjudicatory hearing within 30 days following receipt of this
permit, identifying the specific issues to be contested. Such a request will. stay the effectiveness of
the entire permit. This hearing request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to G.S.
150B-23 of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative
Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. The form for requesting a formal
adjudicatory hearing may be obtained upon request from the Office of Administrative Hearings.
Unless a request for a hearing is made pursuant to G.S. 150B-23, this air permit shall be final and
binding.
You may request modification of your air permit through informal means pursuant to G.S.
15013-22. This request must be submitted in writing to the Director and must identify the specific
Fayetteville Regional Office -Division of Air Quality
Systel Building, 225 Green Street, Suite 714, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301-5094
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: wwwmair.ore
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Doug Niemond
May 20, 2013
Page 2
provisions or issues for which the modification is sought. Please note that the permit will become
final and binding regardless of a request for informal modification unless a request for a hearing is
also made under G.S. 150B-23.
Unless exempted by a condition of this permit or the regulations, construction of new
air pollution sources or air cleaning devices, or modifications to the sources or air cleaning
devices described in this permit must be covered under a permit issued by the Division of Air
Quality prior to construction. Failure to do so is a violation of G.S. 143-215.108 and may
subject the Permittee to civil or criminal penalties as described in G.S. 143-215.114A and 143-
215.114B.
This permit shall be effective from May 20, 2013 until April 30, 2018, is nontransferable to
future owners and operators, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified
therein.
Changes have been made to the permit stipulations. The Permittee is responsible for
carefully reading the entire permit and evaluating the requirements of each permit
stipulation. The Permittee shall comply with all terms, conditions, requirements, limitations
and restrictions set forth in this permit. Noncompliance with any permit condition is grounds
for enforcement action, for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification, or
for denial of a permit renewal application. Should you have any questions concerning this matter,
please contact Maureen Matroni-Rakes at [phone].
Sincerely,
Steven F. Vozzo
Regional Air Quality Supervisor
mdr
Enclosures
c: Fayetteville Regional Office

NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Issue Date: May 20, 2013
Expiration Date: April 30, 2018
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
AIR PERMIT NO.07691R05
Effective Date: May 20, 2013
Replaces Permit: 07691R04
To construct and operate air emission source(s) and/or air cleaning device(s), and for the
discharge of the associated air contaminants into the atmosphere in accordance with the provisions
of Article 21B of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina (NCGS) as amended, and other
applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations,
Hog Slat, Inc. - Clinton Plant 2
1451 Turkey Hwy
Clinton, Sampson County, North Carolina
Permit Class: Small
Facility ID# 8200120
(the Permittee) is hereby authorized to construct and operate the air emissions sources and/or air
cleaning devices and appurtenances described below:
Emission Emission "Scarce; Control Control System
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Source Ip : ,Description:: System ID Desption.:
tora a g _ silo_- ._1 .__CD1 ...J� ._T _-_-_r (170 ft2 filter area)
ES1 cement sbagfilte
! _ ES2 i cement storage silo CD2 hagfilter (170 ft2 filter area)_ i
central mixer _ NIA T I NIA
_..... ES4.. - weigh hopper
in accordance with the completed application 8200120.13A received April 12, 2013 including any
plans, specifications, previous applications, and other supporting data, all of which are filed with the
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Air Quality (DAQ) and are
incorporated as part of this permit.
This permit is subject to the following specified conditions and limitations including any
TESTING, REPORTING, OR MONITORING REQUIREMENTS:

Permit No. 07691R05
Page 2
A. SPECIFIC CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
l . Any air emission sources or control devices authorized to construct and operate above must
be operated and maintained in accordance with the provisions contained herein. The
Permittee shall comply with applicable Environmental Management Commission
Regulations, including Title 15A North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC), Subchapter
2D .0202, 2D .0515, 2D .0521, 2D .0535, 2D .0540 and 2D .0611.
2. PERMIT RENEWAL AND EMISSION INVENTORY_ REQUIREMENT - The Permittee,
at least 90 days prior to the expiration date of this permit, shall request permit renewal by
letter in accordance with 15A NCAC 2Q .0304(d) and (f). Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q
.0203(i), no permit application fee is required for renewal of an existing air permit (without
a modification request). The renewal request (with AA application form) should be
submitted to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ. Also, at least 90 days prior to the expiration
date of this permit, the Permittee shall submit the air pollution emission inventory report
(with Certification Sheet) in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .0202, pursuant to N.C.
General Statute 143 215.65. The report shall be submitted to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ
and shall document air pollutants emitted for the 2016 calendar year.
PARTICULATE CONTROL REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 213.0515
"Particulates from Miscellaneous Industrial Processes," particulate matter emissions from
the emission sources shall not exceed allowable emission rates. The allowable emission rates
are, as defined in 15A NCAC 2D .0515, a function of the process weight rate and shall be
determined by the following equation(s), where P is the process throughput rate in tons per
hour (tons/hr) and E is the allowable emission rate in pounds per hour (lbs/hr).
E = 4.10 * (P) 0-67 for P <= 30 tons/hr, or
E = 55 * (P) 0- " - 40 for P >30 tons/hr
4. VISIBLE EMISSIONS CONTROL -REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D
.0521 "Control of Visible Emissions," visible emissions from the emission sources,
manufactured after July 1, 1971, shall not be more than 20 percent opacity when averaged
over a six -minute period, except that six -minute periods averaging not more than 87 percent
opacity may occur not more than once in any hour nor more than four times in any 24-hour
period. However, sources which must comply with 15A NCAC 2D .0524 "New Source
Performance Standards" or .1110 "National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air
Pollutants" must comply with applicable visible emissions requirements contained therein.
5. NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0535, the Permittee of
a source of excess emissions that last for more than four hours and that results from a
malfunction, a breakdown of process or control equipment or any other abnormal
conditions, shall:
a. Notify the Director or his designee of any such occurrence by 9:00 a.m. Eastern time
of the Division's next business day of becoming aware of the occurrence and
describe:
i. the name and location of the facility,

Permit No. 07691R05
Page 3
ii. the nature and cause of the malfunction or breakdown,
iii. the time when the malfunction or breakdown.is first observed,
iv. the expected duration, and
V. an estimated rate of emissions.
b. Notify the Director or his designee immediately when the corrective measures have
been accomplished.
This reporting requirement does not allow the operation of the facility in excess of
Environmental Management Commission Regulations.
G. FUGITIVE DUST CONTROL REQUIREMENT - As required by 15A NCAC 2D ,0540
"Particulates from Fugitive Dust Emission Sources," the Permittee shall not cause or allow
- fugitive dust emissions to cause or contribute to substantive complaints or excess visible
emissions beyond the property boundary. If substantive complaints or excessive fugitive
dust emissions from the facility are observed beyond the property boundaries for six minutes
in any one hour (using Reference Method 22 in 40 CFR, Appendix A), the owner or
operator may be required to submit a fugitive dust plan as described in 2D .0540(f).
"Fugitive dust emissions" means particulate matter that does not pass through a process
stack or vent and that is generated within plant property boundaries from activities such as:
unloading and loading areas, process areas stockpiles, stock pile working, plant parking lots,
and plant roads (including access roads and haul roads).
7. FABRIC FILTER REQUIREMENTS includingcartridge artridge filters, baghouses, and other dry_
filter particulate collection devices - As required by 15A NCAC 2D .0611, particulate matter
emissions shall be controlled as described in the permitted equipment list.
a. Inspection and Maintenance Requirements - To comply with the provisions of this
permit and ensure that emissions do not exceed the regulatory limits, the Permittee
shall perform, at a minimum, an annual (for each 12 month period following the
initial inspection) iniernal inspection of each bagfilter system. In addition, the
Permittee shall perform periodic inspections and maintenance as recommended by
the equipment manufacturer.
b. Recordkeeping Requirements - The results of all inspections and any variance from
manufacturer's recommendations or from those given in this permit (when
applicable) shall be investigated with corrections made and dates of actions recorded
in a logbook. Records of all maintenance activities shall be recorded in the logbook.
The logbook (in written or electronic format) shall be kept on -site and made
available to DAQ personnel upon request.

Permit No. 07691R05
Page 4
B. GENERAL CONDITIONS AND LIMITATIONS
1. TWO COPIES OF ALL DOCUMENTS, REPORTS, TEST DATA, MONITORING DATA
NOTIFICATIONS, REQUESTS FOR RENEWAL, AND ANY OTHER INFORMATION
REQUIRED BY THIS PERMIT shall be submitted to the:
Regional Air Quality Supervisor
North Carolina Division of Air Quality
Fayetteville Regional Office
Systel Building
225 Green Street, Suite 714
Fayetteville, NC 28301-5094
910-433-3300
For identification purposes, each submittal should include the facility name as listed on the
permit, the facility identification number, and the permit number.
2. RECORDS RETENTION REQUIREMENT - Any records required by the conditions of this
permit shall be kept on site and made available to DAQ personnel for inspection upon
request. These records shall be maintained in a form suitable and readily available for
expeditious inspection and review. These records must be kept on site for a minimum of 2
years, unless another time period is otherwise specified.
3. ANNUAL FEE PAYMENT - Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2Q .0203(a), the Permittee shall pay
the annual permit fee within 30 days of being billed by the DAQ. Failure to pay the fee in a
timely manner will cause the DAQ to initiate action to revoke the permit.
4. EQUIPMENT RELOCATION - A new air permit shall be obtained by the Permittee prior to
establishing, building, erecting, using, or operating the emission sources or air cleaning
equipment at a site or location not specified in this permit.
5. REPORTING REQUIREMENT - Any of the following that would result in previously
unpermitted, new, or increased emissions must be reported to the Regional Supervisor,
DAQ:
a. changes in the information submitted in the application regarding facility emissions;
b. changes that modify equipment or processes of existing permitted facilities; or
c. changes in the quantity 'or quality of materials processed.
If appropriate, modifications to the permit may then be made by the DAQ to reflect any
necessary changes in the permit conditions. In no case are any new or increased emissions
allowed that will cause a violation of the emission limitations specified herein.

Permit No. 07691R05
Page 5
6. This permit is subject to revocation or modification by the DAQ upon a determination that
information contained in the application or presented in the support thereof is incorrect,
conditions under which this permit was granted have changed, or violations of conditions
contained in this permit have occurred. The facility shall be properly operated and
maintained at all times in a manner that will effect an overall reduction in air pollution.
Unless otherwise specified by this permit, no emission source may be operated without the
concurrent operation of its associated air cleaning device(s) and appurtenances.
7. This permit is nontransferable by the Permittee. Future owners and operators must obtain a
new air permit from the DAQ.
8. This issuance of this permit in no way absolves the Permittee of liability for any potential
civil penalties which may be assessed for violations of State law which have occurred prior
to the effective date of this permit.
9. This permit does not relieve the Permittee of the responsibility of complying with all
applicable requirements of any Federal, State, or Local water quality or land quality control
authority.
10. Reports on the operation and maintenance of the facility shall be submitted by the Permittee
to the Regional Supervisor, DAQ at such intervals and in such form and detail as may be
required by the DAQ. Information required in such reports may include, but is not limited
to, process weight rates, firing rates, hours of operation, and preventive maintenance
schedules.
11. A violation of any term or condition of this permit shall subject the Permittee to enforcement
pursuant to G.S. 143-215,114A, 143-215.114B, and 143-215.114C, including assessment of
civil and/or criminal penalties.
12. Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute 143-215.3(a)(2), no person shall refuse entry or
access to any authorized representative of the DAQ who requests entry or access for
purposes of inspection, and who presents appropriate credentials, nor shall any person
obstruct, hamper, or interfere with any such representative while in the process of carrying
out his official duties. Refusal of entry or access may constitute grounds for permit
revocation and assessment of civil penalties.
13. The Permittee must comply with any applicable Federal, State, or Local requirements
governing the handling, disposal, or incineration of hazardous, solid, or medical wastes,
including the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) administered by the
Division of Waste Management.
14. PERMIT RETENTION REQUIREMENT - The Permittee shall retain a current copy of the
air permit at the site. The Permittee must make available to personnel of the DAQ, upon
request, the current copy of the air permit for the site.

Permit No. 07691R05
Page 6
15. CLEAN AIR ACT SECTION 112 r RE UIREMENTS - Pursuant to 15A NCAC 2D .2100
"Risk Management Program," if the Permittee is required to develop and register a risk
management plan pursuant to Section 112(r) of the Federal Clean Air Act, then the
Permittee is required to register this plan with the USEPA in accordance with 40 CFR Part
68.
16. PREVENTION OF ACCIDENTAL RELEASES - GENERAL DUTY - Pursuant to Title I
Part A Section 112(r)(1) of the Clean Air Act "Hazardous Air Pollutants - Prevention of
Accidental Releases - Purpose and General Duty," although a risk management plan may not
be required, if the Permittee produces, processes, handles, or stores any amount of a listed
hazardous substance, the Permittee has a general duty to take such steps as are necessary to
prevent the accidental release of such substance and to minimize the consequences of any
release. This condition is federally -enforceable only.
17. GENERAL EMISSIONS TESTING AND REPORTING REQUIREMENTS - If emissions
testing is required by this permit, or the DAQ, or if the Permittee submits emissions testing
to the DAQ in support of a permit application or to demonstrate compliance, the Permittee
shall perform such testing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2D .2600 and follow all DAQ
procedures including protocol approval, regional notification, report submittal, and test
results approval.
Permit issued this the 20' of May, 2013.
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Steven F. Vozzo
Regional Air Quality Supervisor
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Air Permit No. 07691 R05

ATTACHMENT to Permit No. 07691 R05, May 20, 2013
Insignificant / Exempt Activities
I-1 - LPG -fired boiler 2 c
(5.2 mmBtu per hour) Q0102 {)(2 Yes Yes
){B)(ii) i
I-2 - sand and aggregate handling , 2Q .0102 (c)(2)(E)(i) _ No Yes S
I-3 - LPG -fired 500 gallon Hot
Water Heater
2Q .0102 (c)(2)(B)(iv) Yes Yes
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1. Because an activity is exempted from being required to have a permit or permit modification
does not mean that the activity is exempted from an applicable requirement or that the owner
or operator of the source is exempted from demonstrating compliance with any applicable
requirement.
2. When applicable, emissions from stationary source activities identified above shall be
included in determining compliance with the permit requirements for toxic air pollutants
under 15A NCAC 2D .1100 "Control of Toxic Air Pollutants" or 2Q .0711 'Emission Rates
Requiring a Permit."

Weaver, Charles
From: Weaver, Charles
Sent: Friday, April 22, 201611:14 AM
To: '[e-mail]'
Subject: renewal of NCG500584 / Clinton Plant
Attachments: Technical Bulletin - NCG500000 2015.doc; NCG50 Final 093015.pdf
Importance:
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Attached you will find the updated version of NPDES General Permit NCG500000, effective 10/1/2015. r Discard any
previous versions of the General Permit and use this version until further notice.
You do not need a reprinted Certificate of Coverage, as the one issued to you in 2007 is still applicable.
Thank you for your patience during the longer -than -expected renewal period.
If you have any questions about this matter, simply reply to this message.
Charles H. Weaver
Environmental Specialist
N.C. Division of Water Resources
N.C. Department of Environmental Quality
919-807-6391
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ncdenr.gov
(physical address) 512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27604
(mailing address)1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
July 23, 2007
Doug Niemond
Hog Slat, Inc.
206 Fayetteville Street
Newton Grove, NC 28366
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Subject: Renewal of coverage / General Permit NCG500000
Clinton Plant
Certificate of Coverage NCG500584
Sampson County
Dear Permittee:
In accordance with your renewal application [received on December 11, 20061, the Division is renewing
Certificate of Coverage (CoC) NCG500584 to discharge under NCG500000. This CoC is issued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statue 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North
Carolina and the US Environmental Protection agency dated May 9, 1994 [or as subsequently amended].
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this General Permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual permit
application, Unless such demand is made, the certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this Certificate.of Coverage is not transferable except after notice to the
Division. The Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the certificate of coverage.
Contact the Fayetteville Regional Office prior to any sale or transfer of the -permitted facilily.
Regional Office staff will assist you in documenting the transfer of this CoC.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by.
the Division of Water Quality or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area
Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning the requirements of the General Permit, please contact Jim
McKay [919 733-5083, extension 595 or iames.mckavftcmail.net].
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NCG500000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE NCG500584
TO DISCHARGE NON -CONTACT COOLING WATER, COOLING TOWER AND BOILER
BLOWDOWN, CONDENSATE AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Hog Slat, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge Boiler Blowdown, Condensate & Compressor drainage
from a facility located at
Clinton Plant
' 1451 Warsaw Hwy
Clinton
Sampson County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Chestnut Pond in subbasin
30619 of the Cape Fear River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring
requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective August 1, 2007.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day July 23, 2007.
for Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG500000
TO DISCHARGE NON -CONTACT COOLING WATER, COOLING TOWER AND BOILER
BLOWDOWN, CONDENSATE, EXEMPT STORMWATER, COOLING WATERS
ASSOCIATED WITH HYDROELECTRIC OPERATIONS, AND SIMILIAR
WASTEWATERS UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and .
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and
the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, this permit is hereby issued to all owners or operators,
hereafter permittees, which are covered by this permit as evidenced by receipt of a Certificate of Coverage
from the Environmental Management Commission to allow the discharge of wastewater in accordance with
the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Patts 1, 11, III and IV
hereof.
This permit shall become effective October 1, 2015.
This permit shall expire at midnight on July 31, 2020.
(pl S. Jay Zimmerman Director Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

General Permit NCG500000
PART
A (1) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FOR NON -CONTACT
COOLING WATER, COOLING TOWER AND BOILER BLOWDOWN, AIR COMPRESSOR
CONDENSATE AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS
During the period beginning on August 1, 2015 and lasting until expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge
non -contact cooling water, cooling tower and boiler blowdown, air compressor condensate and similar wastewaters
from outfalls numbered serially beginning with 001 (specific outfall numbers shall be assigned by the permittee).
Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER ; F '
''� LIlVIITS
;•
<, MOMTORING RE UIREMENTS'
,
Monthly
Daly
Measuremen
,Sample,
-
Sample Location
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Flow
Semi-annuallyEstimate
Effluent
Temperature
Semi-annually
Grab
Effluent, Upstream,
Downstream
Total Residual Chlorine'
FW 17.0 ug/L
Effluent
Semi-annually
Grab
SW 13.0 ug/L
Oil and Grease'
15.0 mg/L
20,0 mg/L
Semi-annually
Grab
Effluent
II4
Semi-annually
Grab
Effluent
Chemical Oxygen Demands
Semi-annually_Grab
Effluent
1. Effluent temperature will be regulated so that the temperature -of the receiving stream does not increase more
than:
Fresh water classifications 2.8°C above the natural water temperature
However, the receiving water temperature in no case to exceed 29°C at the
downstream monitoring'location for mountain and upper piedmont waters.
However, the receiving water temperature in no case to exceed 32°C at the
downstream monitoring location for lower piedmont and coastal plain waters,
Trout water classifications 0.5°C above the natural water temperature due to discharge of heated liquids
However, the receiving water temperature in no case to exceed 200C at the
downstream monitoring location for trout waters.
Salt water classifications 0.8°C above the natural water temperature during the months of June, July and
August 2.2°C above the natural water temperature during any other months
However, the receiving water temperature in no cases to exceed 32°C at the
downstream monitoring location for salt waters due to the discharge of heated
liquids.
The permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the effluent temperature limitations by monitoring the
temperature of the receiving stream upstream and downstream of the discharge outfall. The Division should be
consulted in selecting a representative upstream/downstream site. Upstream and downstream monitoring is not
necessary if the discharge is to a receiving stream that does not contain any flowing water at the time of
discharge.
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General Permit NCG500000
2. Monitoring requirements and limits apply only if chlorine is present in the discharge. Discharges to fresh
waters (li W) will be required to meet a daily maximum discharge limitation of 17 Egg/ L of Total Residual
Chlorine (TRC). Discharges to salt waters (SW) will be required to meet a daily maximum discharge limitation
of 13 µg/ L of TRC. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 µg/ L to be in
compliance with the permit.
3. Monitoring requirement applies only for discharges of air compressor condensate.
4. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units for fresh water
classifications
The pH shall not be less than 6.8 standard units nor greater than 8.5 standard units for saltwater classifications
5. Monitoring requirement applies only if water treatment and/or chemical additives, i.e. corrosion inhibitors,
oxygen scavengers,. biocides or cleaning solvents are added to the system.
This permit does not authorize the discharge of water treatment or chemical additives (including but not
limited to chromium, zinc or copper) other than chlorine and approved de -chlorinating reagents without
written approval from the Division,
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division prior to the use of any chemical additive in the permittee's
systems covered under this permit. To obtain approval the permittee shall notify the Director in writing at least
ninety (90) days prior to instituting use of any new additive (other than additives previously approved by the
Division). Such approval requests shall include a completed Biocide Worksheet Form 101 or equivalent worksheet
form approved by the Division, a copy of the Material Data Safety Sheet (MSDS) for the additive, and a map
indicating the discharge point and receiving stream.
All non -contact cooling water sample locations shall provide representative samples of the discharge and require
sampling prior to discharge commingling with any other waters or substances, such as stormwater or surface water
to enable characterization of a pollutant of concern.
All samples collected should be from a representative discharge event, a measurable discharge event that results in
an actual discharge from the permitted discharge outfall.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.
Submittal of monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) shall not be required except upon demand by the
Division. This section supersedes the requirement for submitting monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs)
specified in Part, Section D (2) of this permit. Even though the submittal of the monthly monitoring reports to the
Division is suspended, all monitoring requirements remain. The data will be, maintained on site for a period of
three years,
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General Permit NCG500000
A (2) EFFLUENTLIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS FOR HYDROELECTRIC
FACILITIES — ONCE -THROUGH COOLING WATER AND SIMILAR WASTEWATERS
Daring the period begituiing on August 1, 2015 and lasting until expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge
once -through cooling waters (including generator cooling water, generator thrust bearing cooling water, turbine guide
cooling water & transfortner cooling water) and other similar waters associated with hydroelectric facilities from
outfalls numbered serially beginning with 001 (specific outfall numbers shall be assigned by the permittee). Such
discharges shall be- limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
LIMITS
MONITORING REQCJiREMENTS
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Effluent, Upstream,
Temperatures
Semi-annually
Grab
Downstream
Total Residual Chlorine 2
FW17.0 ug/L
Effluent
Semi-annually
Grab
SW 13.0 ug/L
H'
Semi-annually
Grab
Effluent
Chemical Oxygen Demand'
Semi-annually
Grab I
Effluent
1. Effluent temperature will be regulated so that the temperature of the receiving stream does not increase more
than;
Fresh water classifications 2.8°C above the natural water temperature
However, the receiving water temperature in no case to exceed 29°C at the
downstream monitoring location for mountain and upper piedmont waters.
However, the receiving water temperature in no case to exceed 32°C at the
downstream monitoring location for lower piedmont and coastal plain waters.
Trout water classifications 0.5°C above the natural water temperature due to discharge of heated liquids
However, the receiving water temperature in no case to exceed 200C at the
downstream monitoring location for trout waters.
Salt water classifications 0.8°C above the natural water temperature during the months of June, July and
August 2.2°C above the natural water temperature during any other months
However, the receiving water temperature in no cases to exceed 32°C at the
downstream monitoring location for salt waters due to the discharge of heated
liquids.
The permittee shall demonstrate compliance with the effluent temperature limitations by monitoring the
temperature of the receiving stream upstream and downstream of the discharge outfall. The Division should be
consulted in selecting location(s) that provide(s) a representative upstream/downstream site. Upstream and
downstream monitoring is not necessary if the discharge is to a receiving stream that does not contain any flowing
water at the time of discharge.
2. Monitoring requirements and limits apply only if chlorine is present in the discharge. Discharges to fresh
waters (FW will be required to meet a daily maximum discharge limitation of 17 pg/ L of Total Residual
Chlorine (TRC). Discharges to salt waters (SW) will be required to meet a daily maximum discharge limitation
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General Permit NCG500000
of 13 µg/L of TRC. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 pg/ L to be in
compliance with the permit.
3. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units for fresh water
classifications
The pH shall not be less than 6.8 standard units nor greater than 8.5 standard units for saltwater classifications
Monitoring requirement applies only if water treatment and/or chemical additives i.e. corrosion inhibitors,
oxygen scavengers, biocides or cleaning solvents are added to the system.
This permit does not authorize the discharge of water treatment or chemical additives (including but not
limited to chromium, zinc or copper) other than chlorine and approved de -chlorinating reagents without
written approval from the Division.
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division prior to the use of any chemical additive in the permittee's
systems covered under this permit. To obtain approval the permittee shall notify the Director in writing at least
ninety (90) days prior to instituting use of any new additive (other than additives previously approved by the
Division). Such approval requests shall include a completed Biocide Worksheet Form 101 or equivalent worksheet
form approved by the Division, a copy of the MSDS for the additive, and a map indicating the discharge point and
receiving stream.
All samples collected should be fi•om a representative discharge event, a measurable discharge event that results in
an actual discharge from the permitted discharge outfall:
All non -contact cooling water sample locations shall provide representative samples of the discharge and require
sampling prior to discharge commingling with any other waters or substances, such as stormwater or surface water
to enable characterization of a pollutant of concern.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam (other than trace amounts) in the effluent
Submittal of monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) shall not be required except upon demand.by the
Division. This section supersedes the requirement for submitting monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs)
specified in Part, Section D (2) of this permit. Even though the submittal of the monthly monitoring reports to the
Division is suspended, all monitoring requirements remain. The data will be maintained on site for a period of
three years.
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General Permit NW600000
A (3) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIRE, MENTS FOR HYDROELECTRIC
FACILITIES -- SUMPS AND DRAINS AND OTHER MISCELLANEOUS WASTEWATERS
During the period beginning on August 1, 2015 and lasting until expiration, the permittee is authorized to discharge
waters from sumps & drains (including powerhouse sumps & drains, wheel pit drains, head cover drains and
gallery sumps & drains) and other miscellaneous wastewaters (from sumps & drains associated with hydroelectric
facilities) from outfalls numbered serially beginning with 001 (specific outfall numbers shall be assigned by the
permittee). Such discharges shall be limited and monitored by the permittee as specified below:
PARAMETER
`IIIVIITS 4
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Sample Location ;
Averse:Msxiiiium
Fre 'uenc
T e,x. �'S
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Flow
Quarterly
Estimate
Effluent
Oil and Grease°
15.0
20.0 mg/L
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
H2
Quarterly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorines
FW 17.0 ug/L
Semi-annually
Grab
Effluent
SW 13.0 ug/L
Chemical Oxygen Demand
Semi-annually
Grab
Effluent
1. The tailrace shall be visually inspected for oil sheens when a permitted discharge occurs immediately after
the lubrication of wicket gates (or other lubrication operations which might result in the discharge of oil
and grease) at the hydroelectric facility.
The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units for fresh water
classifications
The pH shall not be less than 6.8 standard units nor greater than 8.5 standard units for saltwater
classifications
3. Monitoring requirements and limits apply only if chlorine is present in the discharge. Discharges to fresh
waters (FW will be required to meet a daily maximum discharge limitation of 17 µg/ L of Total Residual
Chlorine (TRC). Discharges to salt waters (SW) will be required to meet a daily maximum discharge
limitation of 13 hg/ L of TRC. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50 leg/ L
to be in compliance with the permit.
4. Monitoring requirement applies only if water treatment and/or chemical additives i.e. corrosion inhibitors,
oxygen scavengers, biocides or cleaning solvents are added to the system.
Chemical wheel pit cleaning is permitted on a monthly basis. When cleaning of the wheel pits occurs, the tailrace
shall be inspected visually for foam and oil. Cleaning shall be conducted only with solvents pre -approved by the
Division. The permittee is responsible for retaining documentation of all solvent approvals. Should the permittee
wish to change cleaning solvents (other than solvents previously approved) a written request should be made to the
Division including the MSDS for the proposed solvent,
Mechanical cleaning operations which do not contribute any wastewater to the discharge are not limited by this
permit. Non -discharging cleaning operations may be conducted as often as necessary to ensure'safety and proper
facility operation.
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General Permit NCG500000
This permit does not authorize the discharge of water treatment or chemical additives (including but not
limited to chromium, zinc or copper) other than chlorine and approved de -chlorinating reagents without
written approval from the Division.
The permittee shall obtain approval from the Division prior to the use of any chemical additive in the permittee's
systems covered under this permit. To obtain approval the permittee shall notify the Director in writing at least
ninety (90) days prior to instituting use of any new additive (other than additives previously approved by the
Division). Such approval requests shall include a completed Biocide Worksheet Form 101 or equivalent worksheet
form approved by the Division, a copy of the MSDS for the additive, and a map indicating the discharge point and
receiving stream.
All non -contact cooling water sample locations shall provide representative samples of the discharge and require
sampling prior to discharge commingling with any other waters or substances, such as stormwater or surface water
to enable characterization of a pollutant of concern.
All samples collected should be from a representative discharge event, a measurable discharge event that results in
an actual discharge from the permitted discharge outfall.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam (other than trace amounts) in the effluent.
Submittal of monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs) shall not be required except upon demand by the
Division. This section supersedes the requirement for submitting monthly Discharge Monitoring Reports (DMRs)
specified in Part, Section D (2) of this permit. Even though the submittal of the monthly monitoring reports to the
Division is suspended, all monitoring requirements remain. The data will be maintained on site for a period of
three years.
SECTION B. SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE_
1. The permittee shall comply with Final Effluent Limitations by the effective date of the Certificate of Coverage.
2. Permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the existing facilities in
accordance with Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits Section C.2. of this permit.
3. Permittee shall operate the existing facilities such that constituents and/or characteristics of the discharge
qualify for Certificate of Coverage under the General Permit in accordance with I SA NCAC 02H .0127. In
accordance with NPDES regulations at § 122,45, allowing detection of a pollutant: Instances could arise
where the combination of process and non -process wastewaters result in dilution of a pollutant of concern such
that it would not be detectable using approved analytical methods. Internal monitoring would enable
characterization of the pollurtant before dilution with other wastewaters.
4. The upstream location for the natural water temperature shall be interpreted as the influent to the penstock or
other appropriate location in the impounded waterbody. Effluent is the outflow from the powerhouse. The
temperature change between these two values is considered the heat added and judged for compliance with
Note 1 of the permit and 15A NCAC 2H,0211 0).
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General Permit NCO600006
SECTION C. APPLICABILITY
This permit is applicable to the fallowing types of discharges defined below:
1. Non -contact cooling water and open recirculation cooling water systems used in industrial processes for the
sole purpose of cooling machinery and other equipment. Non -contact cooling water is defined as water used
for cooling which does not come into direct contact with any raw material, intermediate product, waste
product or finished product. Contact cooling water is defined as cooling water that comes into contact with
raw material, intermediate product, finished product, byproduct or waste product. Open recirculating cooling
water systems, continuously reuse the cooling water which passes through the heat transfer equipment. Open
recirculating cooling water system discharges to a Water Supply water body may require an individual
NPDES permit. Contact cooling water discharges require an individual NPDES permit,
2. Condensate wastewater from atmospheric cooling systems.
3. Blowdown wastewaters. Blowdown is defined as the minimum discharge of recirculating water for the
purpose of discharging materials contained in the water, the further buildup of which would cause
concentration in amounts exceeding limits established by best engineering practice.
4. Exempt stormwater, which is defined as discharges of stormwater which do not require permits under the
state or Fedcral NPDES programs. Exempt stormwater includes stormwater which accumulates in outdoor
basins or ponds designed for cooling water or other waters covered by this permit.
5. Water associated with hydroelectric power facilities, including cooling waters, waters from sumps and drains,
dam seepage and exempt stormwater.
6. Other similar wastewaters which may qualify for coverage under this General Permit,
SECTION D. NOTICE OF INTENT
General Permit Expiration
General permits will be effective for a term not to exceed five years, at the end of which the Division may renew
them after all public notice requirements have been satisfied. If a general permit is renewed, existing permittees do
not need to submit a renewal request or pay a renewal fee unless directed by the Division. New applicants seeking
coverage under a renewed general permit must submit a Notice of Intent to be covered and obtain a Certificate of
Coverage under the renewed general permit [15A NCAC 02H .0127(e)], A current version of the NOI for this
general permit can be obtained by contacting the NPDES Permitting Program at [phone] or can be
downloaded from the internet at htt:II ortal.ncdenr.or weblw /sw 1 s/n des/calendar, NOls must be signed and
submitted to the NPDES Permitting Program 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. Applicants who
have submitted a completed NOI are not authorized to discharge until a Certificate of Coverage is issued. In
general, the NOI shall include the following information:
1. The mailing address and telephone number for the owner and/ or operator
2. The facility name, address and telephone number where the discharge will occur.
3. The permit number of any NPDES permit(s) for any discharge(s) from the site.
4. A description of the discharge, including the number of discharge points, the volume of discharge, the
frequency of discharge and any treatment methods applied prior to discharge.
5. The name of the receiving waters and the stream classification (s).
6. An analysis of non -discharge alternatives, including connection to a regional sewer collection system,
subsurface disposal and spray irrigation.
7. A 7.5 minute series USGS topographic map with the discharge location clearly indicated.
8. Final plans and specifications for the treatment system and all major components (if applicable).
9. A certification that the information contained in the NOI is true, complete and accurate.
10. A listing of all previously approved water treatment and/or chemical additives i.e. biocides, oxygen
scavengers, corrosion inhibitors, and cleaning solvents. Water treatment and chemical additives include any
material that is added to water used at the facility or to a wastewater generated by the facility to condition or
treat water.
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General Permit NCG500000
PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of the
wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal,
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges,
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Da}?
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling,
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and October
through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in such
a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The Director
may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval between
grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected'manually or automatically. Composite samples
may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant timelvariable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample collection,
or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Dkector. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
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General Permit NCG500600
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be monitored
continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance activities on the
flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as the
total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the "daily
discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also "Composite
Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Samnlin
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values, For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< (detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream samples).
Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab samples
required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge during
that sampling period.
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Monthly Avera a concentration limit
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of.a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality,
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe roe damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Avera a concentration limit
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Pennittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance, or modification;
or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41]. ,
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) ofthe CWA
µ for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section 405(d) of the
CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or standards -for
sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of the
Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the
Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the
Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than
1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent violation, a person shall be
subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than
2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)1
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties
of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both. [33 USC
1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
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who knows at that time that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonrent of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating the
imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to $2,000,000
for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a civil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person who
violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North Carolina
General Statutes § I43-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302, 306,
307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a
permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to exceed
$16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed $37,500.
Penalties for Class II violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the violation
continues, with the maximum amount of any Class lI penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC 1319(g)(2) and
40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. D jq to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40 CFR
122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on "Bypassing" (Pact II.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities, or
penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319, Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee from
any responsibilities, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-215.75 et
seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential
damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
5. PropeM Fights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or facilities
or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of this
permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
rcmainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Sig—natoa Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
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a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge of
a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making functions
for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating facilities,
provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation of the
regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or ranking
elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a, above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well held,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.22]
c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because a
different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or together
with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR 122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
- certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
'supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that quaked personnel properly gather and '
evahiate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the bestof ray
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submittingfalse information, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
10. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the Permittee
for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes or
anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(0].
11. Permit Modification, Revocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this pen -nit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations contained
in Title 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code,
Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et, al.
12. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being billed
by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2) may
cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit, and/or the Certificate of Coverage issued to the permittee
under this permit.
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Section C. Operation and Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified water pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the system,
and, for each classification must [TISA NCAC. 08G .02011:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) 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 backup operator iri responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission (or
to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy in the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or�Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORC).
(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of I SA NCAC 080 .0204.
Note: This requirement does not apply until the permittee receives a letter notifying them of classification of
the facility. Currently, facilities are not being classified for this purpose, but may at some time in the future.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control (and
related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions of this
permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff. r -
3. Need to Halt or Reduce riot a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or reduce
the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
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4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2))
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but only
if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation, These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b, and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
I I.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if the
Permit,Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c. (1) of
this section.
5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [40 CFR 122.41(n)(2)1: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of this
condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial review.
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Penmittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6 of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part H.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)1: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has the
burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. ' Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted by
the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the disposal
of sewage sludge, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR Part 258,
Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To Surface
Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use or
disposal practices.
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7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by ISA NCAC 02H .0124) to prevent
the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means of alternate
power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. -Re resentative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a frequency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)],
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director,
postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The devices
shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the.
accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a maximum
deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge volumes. Flow
measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained to ensure that the
accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device. The Director shall
approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr,org/web/wgllab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq,), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal, approved
under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been specified in
this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
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to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined capable
of achieving miniinum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most sensitive
(method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years, or
both [40 CFR 122.41].
b. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample, measurement,
report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CPR 122.41 ].
7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.41]:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical techniques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as a
representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by late,
to;
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or where records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices, or
operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring pen -nit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
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Section E Reportinj Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit, The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more 6equently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute a
violation of the permit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions to
the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)], Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants discharged.
This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to notification
requirements under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or addition results in a significant change in the Perrnittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan,
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or a
minor modification, to identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.6I] or state statute.
5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(l)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part .II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the'calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance' that potentially
threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the
time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5
days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a
description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact dates and times,
and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken
or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40 CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral report
has been received within 24 hours.
c, Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Penmittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part I1.E.6, of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)],
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General Permit NCG500000
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9, Noncompliance Notification_
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge digester;
the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.'
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices of
the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any false
statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215.1(b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any
record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring reports or
reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than $25,000 per
violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Pertittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements under
Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215. 1 (a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal systern or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the industrial
waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the discharge may be
modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
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General Permit NCG500060
Section R. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharees of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or 11equeni basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 ltg/L.);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 gg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 p.g/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mglL) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior'to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse impacts
to waters of the State. This pen -nit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the permitted
facility.
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North Carolina Department of Environment and. Natural Resources
Tracy E. Davis, PE, CPM Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources Pat McCrory, Governor
Director Land Quality Section John E. Skvarla, III, Secretary
December 31, 2013
Hog Slat Inc
Attn: Doug Niemand, Environmental Manager
PO Box 300
Newton Grove, NC 28366
Subject: COMPLIANCE EVALUATION INSPECTION
Hog Slat Inc
Clinton Plant, Certificate of Coverage-NCG070133
---------NPDES-Stormwater-General-Permit-NCG070000---------------------------...._-
Sampson County
Dear Mr. Niemond:
On December 30, 2013, a site inspection was conducted for the Hog Slat Inc facility located at 1451 Warsaw Hwy,
Clinton, Sampson County, North Carolina. A copy of the Compliance Inspection Report is enclosed for your review. Your
time and assistance during the inspection is greatly appreciated. Permit coverage authorizes the discharge of stormwater
from the facility to receiving waters designated as a UT to Rowan Branch, a Class C;Sw waterbody in the Cape Fear
River Basin. The site visit and file review revealed that the subject facility is covered by NPDES Stormwater General
Permit-NCG070000, Certificate of Coverage-NCG070133.
As a result of the inspection, the facility was found to be in compliance with the conditions of the NCG070000 permit.
Please refer to the enclosed Compliance Inspection Report for additional comments and observations made during the
inspection.
Please be advised that violations of the NPDES Stormwater General Permit are subject to a civil penalty
assessment of up to $25,000 per day for each violation. If you or your staff has any questions, comments, or needs
assistance with understanding any aspect of your permit, please contact me at [phone] or by e-mail at
m ike.lawyer @ ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
Michael Lawyer, PSWQ
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: FRO — Land Quality Section, Stormwater Files-NCG070133
One
Fayetteville Regional Office 225 Green Street — Suite 714, Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301 NorffiCarolina
Phone: [phone]/FAX: [phone]-Internet: http://portal.ncdenr;org/web/Ir/land-quality Naturally
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit: NCG070133 Effective: 06/01/13 Expiration: 05/31/18 Owner: Hog Slat Inc
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Clinton Plant
County: Sampson 1451 Warsaw Hwy
Region: Fayetteville
Clinton NC 28328
Contact Person: Douglas Alan Niemond . Title: Environmental Manager Phone: [phone]
Directions to Facility:
System Classifications:
Primary ORC:
Secondary ORC(s):
On -Site Representative(s):
On -site representative
Related Permits:
Doug Niemond
Certification:
Phone:
Phone: [phone]
Inspection Date: 12/30/2013 Entry Time: 10:20 AM Exit Time: 11:20 AM
Primary Inspector: Mike Lawyer Phone: [phone]
—Ext.729—
Secondary Inspector(s):
Melissa A Joyner Phone:
Reason for Inspection: Routine inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Stone, Clay, Glass, and Concrete Products Stormwater
Discharge COC
Facility Status: ■ Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Question Areas:
Storm Water
(See attachment summary)
Page: 1

Permit. NCG070133 Owner - Facility: Hog Slat Inc
Inspection Date: 12130/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Inspection conducted to evaluate compliance with the conditions of the NCG070000 General Stormwater Permit. Met with
Mr. Doug Niemond, Environmental Manager, who provided facility's Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) and
monitoring records for review. Facility's SPPP appeared complete with the exception of a detailed site map. Semi-annual
Qualitative Monitoring records from 2008 to 2013 were reviewed and older records going back to 2004 were also
available. Observations were made of overall site conditions and specifically the facility's oillwater separator, secondary
containment area and stormwater outfall. Facility appeared to be well organized and maintained.
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Permit: NCGO70133 Owner - Facility: Hag Slat Inc
Inspection Date: 12/3012013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Reason for Visit:
Routine
Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
Yes No
NA
NE
Does the site have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Does the Plan include a General Location (USGS) map?
Cl
❑
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# Does the Plan include a "Narrative Description of Practices"?
❑
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# Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas?
❑
■
Cl
❑
# Does the Plan include a list of significant spills occurring during the past 3 years?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Has the facility evaluated feasible alternatives to current practices?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Does the facility provide all necessary secondary containment?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Does the Plan include a BMP summary?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Does the Plan include a Spill Prevention and response Plan (SPRP)?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Does the Plan include a Preventative Maintenance and Good Housekeeping Plan?
■
❑
❑
❑
# Does the facility provide and document Employee Training?
■
❑
❑
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# Does the Plan include a list of Responsible Party(s)?
■
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# Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually?
■
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# Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program?
■
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❑
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Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented?
■
❑
❑
❑
Comment: A detailed site map needs to be developed and added to the Plan
Qualitative Monitoring
Yes_ No
NA NE
Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring semi-annually?
■ ❑
❑, ❑
Comment:
Analytical Monitoring
Yes No
NA NE
Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring?
❑ ❑
■ ❑
# Has the facility conducted its Analytical monitoring from Vehicle Maintenance areas?
❑ ❑
■ ❑
Comment:
Permit and Outfalls
Yes No
NA NE
# Is a copy of the Permit and the Certificate of Coverage available at the site?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
# Were all outfalls observed during the inspection?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
# If the facility has representative outfall status, is it properly documented by the Division?
❑ •❑
■ ❑
# Has the facility evaluated all illicit (non stormwater) discharges?
■ ❑
❑ ❑
Comment:
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Georgoulias, Bethany
From: [e-mail]
Sent: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 11:54 AM
To: SVC DENR.stormwater
Subject: Confirmation for Renewal of DWQ Stormwater NPDES General Permit
** Do not reply to this e-mail as it is from an unmonitored mailbox. **
Thanks for renewing your permit using our on-line option. No further action is necessary. The new General
Permit is available for printing from our website at http://portal.nedenr.org/web/wq/sw/su/npdessw .
If you have questions, please contact Bethany Georgoulias at bethany.eog" rgoulias(i7ncdenr.voy phone (919)
807-6372 or Bradley Bennett at bradley.bennettAnedenr,gov phone [phone]. If you forgot to print your
Certificate of Coverage you can resubmit the data and print another copy.
This COC is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
memorandum of Agreement between the state of North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended.)
The General Permit authorizes discharges of stormwater and specifies your obligations for discharge controls,
management, monitoring, reporting, and record keeping. Please review the new permit to familiarize yourself
with all of the changes. Parts III and IV contain the Standard Conditions, including Compliance and Liability,
Reporting, Monitoring and Records requirements; Operation and Maintenance obligations; and Definitions.
Your facility has six months from receipt of the COC to update its Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
(SPPP) to comply with changes in SPPP requirements. Other changes are effective immediately. Please note
that Tier 3 Actions (if applicable) are triggered by four benchmark exceedances beginning on the effective
date of the renewal permit and do not count prior exceedances. Please visit our website above to review the
new General Permit carefully.
Your coverage under the General Permit is transferable only through the specific action of DWQ. This permit
does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by DENR, nor does it
relieve the permittee from responsibility for compliance with any other applicable federal, state, or local law,
rule, standard, ordinance, order, judgment, or decree.
CO_NF_IR_MATION DETAILS_ i
Permit Number: - NCG070133
Effective Date
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Admin Region: Fayetteville
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Georgoulias, Bethany
From: Georgoulias, Bethany
Sent: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 8:43 AM
To: '[e-mail]'
Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit COC Renewal Update
Dear Stormwater Permit On-line Renewal Contact:
We have sent the permit or owner contact person on record for Certificate of Coverage (COC) No. NCG070133, Douglas
Niemand, a unique PIN and instructions for renewing the COC on-line. You may be the same contact person that
received that information.
A complete permit package (General Permit, Monitoring Forms, Technical Bulletin) is available from our website at:
http:/jportal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/ws/su/2013-gps . We have also provided this website to the permit or owner contact
named above.
On that website, you will find revised summary reports of the contact affiliations and details we have on record for this
COC. Please search the corresponding PDF document for the COC number. We request that you help keep DWQ
updated with accurate permit contacts and e-mail addresses for this permit.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Bethany Georgoulias
e-mail: [e-mail]
phone: [phone]
or
Bradley Bennett
e-mail: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
or
Bridget Munger
e-mail: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]
Best regards,
The Stormwater Permitting Unit
Bethany Georgoulias
Environmental Engineer
NCDENR I DWQ I Stormwater Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
512 N. Salisbury St, Raleigh, NC 27604
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
NEW Website: htto://aortal,ncde,n„r;org/web/wg/ws/su
E-mail correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public
Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties.
61

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
July 17, 2008
Doug Niemond
Hog Slat Inc
PO Box 300
Newton Grove, NC 28366
Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Coverage Renewal
Hog Slat Inc
COC Number NCG070133
Sampson County
Dear Permittee:
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under stormwater General Permit NCG070000 the Division of
Water Quality (DWQ) is forwarding herewith the reissued stormwater General Permit. This permit is reissued pursuant to the
requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between the state of North
Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended.)
The following information is included with your permit package:
• A new Certificate of Coverage
• A copy of stormwater General Permit NCG070000
• A copy of a Technical Bulletin for the General Permit
• Five copies of the Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form
• Five copies of the Qualitative Monitoring Report Form
The General Permit authorizes discharges of stormwater only, and it specifies your obligations with respect to stormwater
discharge controls, management, monitoring, and record keeping. Please review the new permit to familiarize yourself with all
the changes in the reissued permit.
The more significant changes in the General Permit since the your last Certificate of Coverage include the following:
• Permit cover page — Coverage is expanded to include industrial activities similar to the categorically identified industries.
• Part I Section A — This part explains that the No Exposure Exclusion from permitting option may be available to the
permittee.
• Part II Section A — Several minor expansions and clarifications of the required content of the Stormwater Pollution
Prevention Plan have been added. Please be sure that your plan is updated to comply with the new requirements.
• Part II Section B — Qualitative monitoring must now be conducted during a representative storm event.
• Part II Section B — The permittee is required to keep a written record of his response to problems identified by his
qualitative monitoring observations.
• Part II Section C - For facilities with vehicle maintenance activities using more than 55 gallons of new motor oil per month,
new provisions require that discharges from the vehicle maintenance areas be sampled twice per year, and that the
sampling results be compared to new numerical benchmark values. (The previous cutoff concentrations have been
eliminated.)
• Part II Section C — For facilities with vehicle maintenance activities using more than 55 gallons of new motor oil per month,
new provisions require the permittee to execute Tier One and Tier Two response actions, based on the first benchmark
exceedence (Tier One) and the second consecutive benchmark exceedence (Tier Two). Tier Two requires that the
permittee institute monthly monitoring instead of twice -per -year monitoring, until three consecutive monitoring events
show no benchmark exceedences.
• Part II Section C — This part contains a new provision that four exceedences of any particular benchmark will trigger
increased DWQ involvement in the permittee's stormwater management and control actions. DWQ may direct the
permittee to apply for an individual permit, or may direct the implementation or installation of specific stormwater control
measures.
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: h2o.enr.state nauslsulstormwater.html 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
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Permit Reissuance Letter — Permit NCG070133
Page 2
Your coverage under the General Permit is transferable only through the specific action of DWO.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by DENR, nor does it relieve
the permittee from responsibility for compliance with any other applicable federal, state, or local law, rule, standard, ordinance,
order, judgment, or decree.
If you have any questions regarding this permit package please contact Robert Patterson of the DWO Stormwater Permitting
Unit at [phone].
Sincerely,
for Coleen H. Sullins
cc: DWO Central Files
Stormwater Permitting Unit Files
FayettevilleRegional Office

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG070000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG070133
STORMWATER DISCHARGES
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Hog Slat Inc
is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater from a facility located at
Hog Slat Inc
1451 Warsaw Hwy
Clinton, NC
Sampson County
to receiving waters designated as a UT to Rowan Branch, a class C SW waterbody in the Cape Fear
River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions
set forth in Parts I. II, ill, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NCG070000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective July 17, 2008.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day July 17, 2008.
for Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Dlvlsion of Water Quality
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April 28, 2003 �
James M Jackson
Hog Slat Inc APR 3 0 2003
PO Box 300 I
Newton Grove, NC 28366 �— — -- -
Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Renewal
Hog Slat Inc
COC Number NCG070133
Sampson County
Dear Permittee:
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under general permit NCG070000, the
Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is forwarding herewith the reissued stormwater general permit. This
permit is reissued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between the state of North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency, dated December 6, 1983.
The following information is included with your permit package:
• A new Certificate of Coverage
• A copy of General Stormwater Permit NCG070000
• A copy of the Analytical Monitoring Form (DMR)
• A copy of the Qualitativel Monitoring Form
• A copy of a Technical Bulletin for the general permit
Your coverage under this general permit is not transferable except after notice to DWO. The Division
may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the Certificate of Coverage. This permit does
not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources, or relieve the permittee from responsibility for compliance with any
other applicable federal, state, or local law, rule, standard, ordinance, order, judgment, or decree.
If you have any questions regarding this permit package please contact Mack Wiggins of the Central
Office Stormwater and General Permits Unit at [phone], ext. 542.
Sincerely,
Bradley Bennett, Supervisor
Stormwater and General Permits Unit
cc: Central Files
Stormwater & General Permits Unit Files
Fayetteville Regional Office
N. C. Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
GENERAL PERMIT NO. NCG070000
CERTIFICATE OF COVERAGE No. NCG070133
STORMWATER DISCHARGES
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful
standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental
Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Hog Slat Inc
is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater from a facility located at
Hog Slat Inc
1451 Warsaw Highway
Clinton
Sampson County
to receiving waters designated as a UT to Rowan Branch, a class C Sw stream, in the Cape
Fear River Basin in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other
conditions set forth in Parts I, II, Ill, IV, V, and VI of General Permit No. NCG070000 as
attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective May 1, 2003.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day April 28, 2003.
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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JAMES M JACKSON
HOG SLAT INCORPORATED
PO BOX 300
NEWTON GROVE, NC 28366
Dear Permittee:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
September 4, 2002
—.-- Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
i Division of Water Quality
SEP 10 :2002
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Subject: NPDES Stormwater Permit Coverage Renewal
Hog Slat Incorporated
COC Number NCG070133
Sampson County
Your facility is currently covered for stormwater discharge under General Permit NCG070000. This permit expires
on March 31, 2003. The Division staff is currently in the process of rewriting this permit and is scheduled to have
the permit reissued by early spring of 2003, Once the permit is reissued, your facility would be eligible for
continued coverage under the reissued permit.
In order to assure your continued coverage under the general permit, you must apply to the Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) for renewal of your permit coverage. To make this renewal process easier, we are informing you in
advance that your permit coverage will be expiring. Enclosed you will find a Permit Coverage Renewal
Application Form. The application must be completed and returned by October 2, 2002 in order to assure
continued coverage under the general permit. Due to staff and budget constraints, letters confirming our receipt of
the completed application will not be sent.
Failure to request renewal within the time period specified, may result in a civil assessment of at least $250.00.
Larger penalties may be assessed depending on the delinquency of the request. Discharge of stormwater from your
Facility without coverage under a valid stormwater NPDES permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1
and could result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day.
Please note that recent federal legislation has extended the "no exposure exclusion" to all operators of industrial
facilities in any of the 11 categories of "storm water discharges associated with industrial activity," (except
construction activities). If you feel your facility can certify a condition of "no exposure", i.e. the facility industrial
materials and operations are not exposed to stormwater, you can apply for the no exposure exclusion. For additional
information contact the Central Office Stormwater Staff member listed below or check the Stormwater & General
Permits Unit Web Site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/stormwater.htmI
If the subject stormwater. discharge to waters of the state has been terminated, please complete the enclosed
Rescission Request Form. Mailing instructions are listed on the bottom of the form. You will be notified when the
rescission process has been completed.
If you have any questions regarding the permit renewal procedures please contact Ricky Revels of the Fayetteville
Regional Office at 910-486-1541 or Mack Wiggins of the Central Office Stormwater Unit at [phone], ext.
542
Bradley Bennett, Supervisor
Stormwater and General Permits Unit
cc: Central Files
Stormwater and General Permits Unit Files
Fayetteville Regional Office ®TA
NCDENR
N. C. Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 [phone] Customer Service
1- 800.623-7748

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
April 16, 1999
Mr. James Jackson, III
Environmental Manager
Hog Slats, Inc.
P.O. Box 300
Newton Grove, NC 28366
Re: Notice of Intent for General NPDES Permit
NCG500000
Hog Slats, Inc.
Sampson County
Dear Mr. Jackson:
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NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
R E C E VV E [_:)"
A P R 2 0 1999
FAYETTEVILLE
F3EG. OFFICE
This Division of Water Quality received a Notice of Intent from you on March 26, 1999 to be covered
by N.C. General NPDES Permit NCG500000. This letter is to return that Notice of Intent to you for re -
filing. The Notice of Intent form has changed recently from the form that you submitted, and you will
need to complete the revised form. As of January 1, 1999 there is a new fee schedule in effect. The
application fee is being returned with the Notice of Intent. A new check for $80 should be submitted
with the Notice of Intent. General Permits are now subject to Annual Fees. The $80 submitted with the
Notices of Intent will cover the first year annual fees. A copy of the new fee structure is enclosed for
your use. Please prepare a new check and resubmit your Notice of Intent. Your check should be
rewritten for $80,00. If you have questions concerning these matters, please contact me at 919/733-
5083, ext. 548 or our Fayetteville Regional Office.
Sincerely,
William C. Mills, PE
Stormwater and General Permits Unit
Cc: ayetteville Regional Office
Attachments
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
April 30, 1998
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HOG SLAT INC.
P.O. BOX 300 FAY-O"f'EIlILLE
NEWTON GROVE, NC 28366 REG. OFFICE
Subject: Reissued Stormwater General Permit for Certificate of Coverage No. NCG070133
Sampson County
Dear Permittee:
In response to your renewal application for continued coverage under the subject permit, the Division
of Water Quality (DWQ) is forwarding herewith the reissued stormwater general permit. This permit
is reissued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection agency
dated December 6, 1983.
The following information is included with your permit package:
■ A copy of the stormwater general permit.
■ A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan Certification Form. This form certifies that you have
developed and implemented the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) required in your'
permit. This form must be completed and returned to the Division within 30 days of receipt of
this letter. DO NOT send the SPPP with the signed form.
0 Five copies of Analytical Monitoring forms.
■ Five copies of Qualitative Monitoring forms.
■ A copy of a Technical Bulletin on the stormwater program which outlines program components
and addresses frequently asked questions.
■ A corrected Certificate of Coverage if you indicated a name or address change on the Renewal
Form returned to the Division.
Your certificate of coverage is not transferable except after notice to DWQ. The Division of Water
Quality may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the certificate of coverage.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by
DWQ or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Division of Air Quality, Coastal Area
Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permits that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit or other attached documents, please contact the
Stormwater and General Permits Unit at telephone number [phone]
Sincerely,
for Preston Howard, Jr., P. E.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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+ State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Govemor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
James Jackson
Hog Slat
P.O. Box 300
Newton Grove, NC 28366
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FAYETTE M;E REa OFFICE
Subject: General Permit No. NCG070000
Hog Slat
COC NCG070133
Sampson County
In accordance with your application for discharge permit received on October 25, 1995, we are
forwarding herewith the subject certificate of coverage to discharge under the subject state - NPDES general
permit. This permit is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215 .1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the US Environmental Protection agency dated
December 6, 1983.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to request an individual permit by submitting an individual permit
application. Unless such demand is made, this certificate of coverage shall be final and binding.
Please take notice that this certificate of coverage is not transferable except after notice to the Division
of Environmental Management. The Division of Environmental Management may require modification or
revocation and reissuance of the certificate of coverage.
This permit does not affect the legal requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the
Division of Environmental Management or permits required by the Division of Land Resources, Coastal Area
Management Act or any other Federal or Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Tony Evans at telephone number 9191733-
5083.
P?G NA. SIGNED BY
Sincerely, c_VOL I BENNE�T
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P. E.
cc: Fayetteville Regional Office
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
GENERAL PERMIT NO, NCG070000
CERTIFICATE OF 'CO -ERAGE No._N__CG070133
STORMWATER DISCHARGES
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provision of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards and
regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management Commission, and the
Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended,
Hog Slat, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge stormwater from a facility located at
Hog Slat, Inc.
1451 Warsaw Hwy.
Clinton, NC
Sampson County
to receiving waters designated as an unnamed tributary to Rowan Branch in the Cape Fear River Basin
in accordance with the effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, 11, III
and IV of General Permit No. NCG070000 as attached.
This certificate of coverage shall become effective December 1, 1995.
This Certificate of Coverage shall remain in effect for the duration of the General Permit.
Signed this day December 1, 1995.
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A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Environmental Management
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