NCG030744_DEQ Action Plan Response_20260619

Eplin, Jerry W
From: Eplin, Jerry W
Sent: Friday, June 19, 2026 4:29 PM
To: Amelia Nelson
Cc: Netta, John J.; Shroyer, Ray P.; Banks, Terence L.; Nash, Aimee L.; Leverett Garing;
Rebecca Diemert
Subject: RE: [External] Copper Exceedance - Permit No. NCG030744 - Joseph T. Ryerson &
Son, Inc.
Hello Ms. Nelson:
The concept proposed in the action plan seems appropriate. However, prior to issuing an approval of the
action plan, we request that you provide more information related to the stormwater control measures
("ponds") in use at the site. Are the SCMs covered under a post construction stormwater permit(likely
from the City of Charlotte)? Would the proposed work within the SCM be allowed under that
permit? Finally, would the proposed activities damage the SCMs based upon how they are
constructed? Without details related to the SCMs and how they are constructed, DEQ does not want to
approve work within the SCMs without verifying that such work is appropriate and allowed under any
existing permits.
Regards,
Jerry W. Eplin, PE
Regional Engineer
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Office: [phone]
jerry.eplina-deg.nc.gov
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From:Amelia Nelson <[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday,June 12, 2026 4:17 PM
To: Eplin,Jerry W<[e-mail]>
Cc: Netta,John J. <[e-mail]>; Shroyer, Ray P. <[e-mail]>; Banks,Terence L.
<[e-mail]>; Nash, Aimee L. <[e-mail]>; Leverett Garing
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<[e-mail]>; Rebecca Diemert<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] Copper Exceedance- Permit No. NCG030744-Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.
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Good afternoon,
I'm following up to see if the submitted Action Plan has been approved. If any additional information is needed,
please let us know.
Thankyou,
Amelia Nelson
Environmental Specialist II
U.S. COMPLIANCE
952-567-5745 direct
uscompliance.com
From:Amelia Nelson
Sent:Wednesday,June 3, 2026 2:44 PM
To: 'Eplin,Jerry W' <[e-mail]>
Cc: Netta,John J. <[e-mail]>; Shroyer, Ray P. <[e-mail]>; Banks,Terence L.
<[e-mail]>; Nash, Aimee L. <[e-mail]>; Leverett Garing
<[e-mail]>; Rebecca Diemert<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] Copper Exceedance- Permit No. NCG030744-Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.
Hi Jerry,
Please find attached a copy of the facility's Action Plan for your review, as it provides findings and corrective
actions the site has already taken.Also, as requested, attached are the facility's site and drainage area maps.
Thankyou,
Amelia Nelson
Environmental Specialist II
U.S. COMPLIANCE
952-567-5745 direct
uscompliance.com
From: Eplin,Jerry W<[e-mail]>
Sent:Wednesday,June 3, 2026 1:35 PM
To:Amelia Nelson <[e-mail]>
Cc: Netta,John J. <[e-mail]>; Shroyer, Ray P. <[e-mail]>; Banks,Terence L.
<[e-mail]>; Nash, Aimee L. <[e-mail]>; Leverett Garing
<[e-mail]>; Rebecca Diemert<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] Copper Exceedance- Permit No. NCG030744-Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.
Hello Amelia:
I did not catch that you are requesting my assistance. I would be happy to help.
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Please provide a summary of the findings in your stormwater management inspections and a description
of any corrective actions implemented. Also, please provide a copy of your site map showing drainage
areas and industrial activities.
After reviewing, if necessary, I would be happy to arrange a site meeting.
Regards,
Jerry W. Eplin, PE
Regional Engineer
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Office: [phone]
ierry.eplina-deg.nc.gov
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From: Eplin,Jerry W
Sent:Wednesday,June 3, 2026 12:59 PM
To: 'Amelia Nelson' <[e-mail]>
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<[e-mail]>; Nash, Aimee L. <[e-mail]>; Leverett Garing
<[e-mail]>; Rebecca Diemert<[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] Copper Exceedance- Permit No. NCG030744-Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.
DEQ has received this notification and is anticipating receiving your Action Plan for our review soon.
Regards,
Jerry W. Eplin, PE
Regional Engineer
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
610 E. Center Ave. Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Office: [phone]
jerry.eplin(cadeq.nc.gov
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From:Amelia Nelson <[e-mail]>
Sent:Thursday, May 21, 2026 5:29 PM
To: Eplin,Jerry W<[e-mail]>
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<[e-mail]>; Nash, Aimee L. <[e-mail]>; Leverett Garing
<[e-mail]>; Rebecca Diemert<[e-mail]>
Subject: [External] Copper Exceedance- Permit No. NCG030744-Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.
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Good afternoon,
This email serves to formally notify your office that a stormwater sample collected from Outfall 002 at Joseph T.
Ryerson&Son, Inc. (5435 Hovis Rd, Charlotte, NC) on April 28,2026,exceeded the benchmark for copper,with a
measured concentration of 0.0138 mg/L.As this represents the fourth consecutive exceedance at this outfall, a
Tier Three Response has been initiated in accordance with permit requirements.
As in previous exceedance communications, the most likely sources of elevated copper levels are from frequent
vehicle traffic exiting from the warehouse and outdoor storage areas.While reducing traffic in this area is not
feasible with current operations, the site is committed to implementing corrective measures to prevent
recurrence.As a part of the Tier Three Response,we respectfully request the assistance of the Regional Engineer
to evaluate the site and recommend appropriate response actions to address copper levels in stormwater
discharges.
The site will begin developing an Action Plan which include the corrective actions from the Regional Engineer to
reduce concentrations of copper in stormwater. Once completed,the Action Plan will be submitted to the
Mooresville Regional Office.
Details of this Tier Three Response, including the exceedance date and value, inspection date, personnel involved,
actions taken, and implementation dates,will be formally documented in the Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Plan (SWPPP).
All relevant representatives have been cc'd on this email for correspondence. Please let us know if any additional
information or clarification is needed.
Sincerely,
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Amelia Nelson
Environmental Specialist II
U.S. COMPLIANCE
952-567-5745 direct
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