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BRIAN WRENN NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
September 28, 2023
Bakelite, LLC
Attn: Ronald Bazinet, Site Leader
333 Neils Eddy Road
Riegelwood, NC 28456
Subject: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
NPDES Individual Stormwater Permit
Certificate of Coverage NCS000156
Bakelite Synthetics
Columbus County
Dear Mr. Bazinet:
On September 27, 2023, Brian Lambe from the Wilmington Regional Office of the Division of Energy,
Mineral, and Land Resources (DEMLR),conducted a compliance evaluation inspection for Bakelite
Synthetics located in 333 Neils Eddy Road, Columbus County, North Carolina. The site drains to UT to
Mill Creek, which is currently classified as Class C, Sw Waters in the Cape Fear River Basin.
The following observations were noted during the DEMLR inspection (please see the attached
addendum for additional information about your permit):
1)Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan(SPPP1
A Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP) has been developed, recorded, and properly
implemented.
2) Qualitative Monitoring
Qualitative monitoring has been conducted and recorded in accordance with permit requirements.
3)Analytical Monitoring
Analytical monitoring has not been conducted and recorded in accordance with permit requirements.
Re-evaluation of the sampling data is needed to determine the compliance with the benchmark
exceedance tier system for each of the outfalls. Please submit data to this office with the results of the
study. If tier 2 or tier 3 is implemented, please notify this office. You may notify this office when a plan
of action and schedule of compliance is anticipated.The plan of action for any tier 3 outfall
determinations must be submitted to this office for approval.
Other Observations:
No significant changes to the site conditions. Refer to DEQ Fact Sheet for permit review detailing
changes to the plant.The plant is well maintained.
Thank you for your assistance and cooperation during this inspection. Please be advised that violations
of the NPDES Stormwater General Permit may be subject to a civil penalty assessment of up to
$25,000.00 per day for each violation. If you have any questions, comments, or need assistance with
understanding any aspect of your permit, please do not hesitate to contact Daniel Sams or me at
[phone] or [e-mail]
Sincerely,
Brio Lambe
Environmental Specialist
Land Quality Section
Attachments:BIMS Inspection Checklist
cc:WiRO Files—Land Quality,Central Files—Laserfiche
Q North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Energy,Mineral and Land Resources
DE Wilmington Regional Office 1127 Cardinal Drive Extension I Wilmington,North Carolina 28405
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Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:NCS000156 Effective: 11/01/10 Expiration: 10/31/15 Owner: Bakelite LLC
SOC: Effective: Expiration: Facility: Bakelite Synthetics
County: Columbus 333 Neils Eddy Rd
Region: Wilmington
Riegelwood NC 28456
Contact Person:Emily Thompson Title: Phone:[phone]
Directions to Facility:
Hwy 74 W to Riegelwood area, right on NCSR 1878 go approx. 2 miles, right on NCSR 1820, go approx. 1/4 mile, left on NCSR
1818, go approx. 1/4 mile to plant entrance on left.
System Classifications: SWNC,
Primary ORC: Certification: Phone:
Secondary ORC(s):
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Inspection Date: 09/27/2023 Entry Time 10:30AM Exit Time: 11:40AM
Primary Inspector:Brian P Lamb Phone:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Reason for Inspection: R Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit Inspection Type: Stormwater Discharge, Individual
Facility Status: ❑ Compliant Not Compliant
Question Areas:
II Storm Water
(See attachment summary)
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Permit: NCS000156 Owner•Facility:Bakelite LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2023 Inspection Type:Compliance Evaluation Reason for Visit: Routine
Inspection Summary:
Met with Ronald Bazinet, Director Manufacturing; John Fallon, EHS Manager, and Joel Johnson. Inspection interrupted thier
meeting reviewing new permit requirement and stormwater pollution prevention plan.
Review of the SPPP revealed the plan meets all requirements. Documentation for all sections is complete and thorough.
SPPP is being updated to match new permit.
Qualitative sampling is conducted according to permit requirements.
Analytical sampling data needs to be reevaluated for benchmark exceedances. Submit plan of action with complaince
schedule to this office. Include exel file compliling data.
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Permit: NCS000156 Owner-Facility:Bakelite LLC
Inspection Date: 09/27/2023 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? • ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the Plan include a"Narrative Description of Practices"? • ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the Plan include a detailed site map including outfall locations and drainage areas? • ❑ ❑ ❑
#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? MOOD
#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? • ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the Plan include a list of Responsible Party(s)? • ❑ ❑ ❑
#Is the Plan reviewed and updated annually? • ❑ ❑ ❑
#Does the Plan include a Stormwater Facility Inspection Program? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Has the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan been implemented? • ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: SPPP is well managed and includes all required documentation.
Qualitative Monitoring
Yes No NA NE
Has the facility conducted its Qualitative Monitoring? • ❑ ❑ ❑
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: The analytical monitorinq data should be reevaluated to determine tier status for each outfall.
Outfalls that are determined to be in tier 2 or 3 must be defined as such to this office. Tier 3 will
require a response according to the permit requirements including a plan of action with an
appropriate schedule of compliance submitted for approval by this office. Tier 2 will require a
similar response as per permit requirements.
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? 0000
#If the facility has representative outfall status, is it properly documented by the Division? DODO
#Has the facility evaluated all illicit(non stormwater)discharges? 0000
Comment:
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