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CHARLES E RUSSELL March 21, 2016
KAREN S RUSSELL
1460 E MARROWSTONE RD
NORDLAND WA 98358-9679
RE: NOTICE AND ORDER TO CORRECT-Septic System Corrections Required
Septic Tank Pumping Report
SITE ADDRESS:21 CHIMACUM RD
PARCEL NUMBER: 901024020
CASE#: SOM10-00153
Dear: CHARLES E RUSSELL
On January 15, 2016 a tank pumping report was filed on the above named property.
The following issues identified require correction:
1. The pump report indicates that 1,500 gallons was pumped for relief on the reported 1000
gallon septic tank. The report also indicates that the effluent level was not within operational
limits and that following the pumping, effluent was returning back into the tank. This may be an
indication of a serious problem with the drainfield and will need to be assessed by a Licensed
Designer.
Jefferson County Public Health hereby gives you notice to have an assessment of the issue identified
above within thirty days of the date of this notice by doing the following:
> Hire an Onsite Wastewater Treatment Designer, or a Professional Engineer to inspect the
septic system components to verify their condition and;
> Submit the inspection report to Jefferson County Public Health, Environmental Health
Division for review to determine if additional actions are required OR submit a design for
corrective actions that complies with state and local code to the Jefferson County Public
Health, Environmental Health Division for review, and, if needed,
> If required by code obtain a Sewage Disposal Permit from Jefferson County Public Health
pursuant to JCC 8.15.080.
> Contact this office at 360-385-9444 to inform me of the actions you are taking.
A permit is required for any repair or modification of an onsite sewage system, per Washington
Administrative Code 246-272A and Jefferson County Code 8.15. A list of designers that have
submitted work here is enclosed.The code sections referenced are attached for your information.
The purpose of proper maintenance is so the County, for the benefit and protection of the public's health
is assured by this department that these systems are designed, installed and maintained in a proper
manner. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and if you should have further questions
please contact this office at 385-9444.
Please note that pursuant to JC Code 8.15.170 of the above regulations that any person aggrieved by
the contents of a Notice and Order to Correct Violation issued under this regulation, or by any inspection
or enforcement action conducted by Jefferson County Public Health under this regulation may request,
in writing, a hearing before the Health Officer or his/her designee. Such request shall be presented to
the Health Officer within 10 business days of the action appealed. Such a hearing, if requested by you,
will be your sole opportunity to present live testimony and witnesses in support of your position.
Sincerely,
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Environmental Health Specialist
Jefferson County Public Health
360-385-9444
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enc List of Designers
Mina Kwansa, Food Safety Officer
Community Health Environmental Health
Developmental Disabilities Water Quality
360-385-9400 360-385-9444
360-385-9401 (f) (f) 360-379-4487
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Code References
JCC 8.15.060(3) Adequate sewage disposal required. Any new or replacement residence or commercial structure,or
any expansion,as that term is defined in Section 8.15.050 of this Code,may be connected to a pre-existing on-site sewage
system only when the pre-existing system has hydraulic capacity,sufficient vertical and horizontal separation,an adequate
reserve area and satisfies all other requirements to be in compliance with current code.
JCC 8.15.080(1) On-site sewage system permit. No person shall install or cause to be installed a new on-site
sewage system nor perform any modification,extension,repair,relocation,or connection to an existing on-site sewage system
without a valid permit issued by the health officer.
JCC 8.15.170(1)Appeal-Hearing. Appeal of Public Health Action-Health Officer Administrative Hearing.Any person
aggrieved by the contents of a notice and order to correct violation issued under this regulation,or by any inspection,permit
issuance or enforcement action conducted by public health under this regulation,may request,in writing,a hearing before the
health officer or his or her designee.The appellant shall submit specific statements in writing of the reason why error is assigned
to the decision of public health.Such request shall be presented to the health officer within 10 business days of the action
appealed;except in the case of a suspension,the request for a hearing must be made within five business days.Upon receipt of
such request together with hearing fees,the health officer shall notify the person of the time,date,and place of such hearing,
which shall be set at a mutually convenient time not less than five business days nor more than 30 business days from the date
the request was received.The health officer will issue a decision upholding or reversing public health's action.The health officer
may require additional actions as part of the decision.
WAC 246-272A-0200 Permit Requirements. Prior to beginning the construction process,a person proposing the installation,
repair,modification,connection to,or expansion of an OSS,shall report the following and obtain a permit from the local health
officer:
(a) General information...
(b) The soils and site evaluation as specified under WAC246-272A-220
(c) A dimensioned site plan...
(d) A detailed design...
JCC 8.15.150 Operation,Maintenance and Monitoring
(1) Responsibility of Owner(s). The owner of every residence,business,or other place where persons congregate,reside or
are employed that is served by an OSS,and each person with access to deposit materials in the OSS shall use,operate,and
maintain the system to eliminate the risk to the public associated with improperly treated sewage. Owners'duties are included,
without limitation,in the following list:
a. They shall comply with the conditions stated on the on-site sewage permit.
b. They shall employ an approved pumper to remove the septage from the tank(s)when the level of solids and scum indicates
that removal is necessary. The septic tank shall be pumped when the total amount of solids equals or exceeds one-third(1/3)
the volume of the tank. The pump and/or siphon chamber(s)shall be pumped when solids are observed.
c. They shall not use water in quantities that exceed the OSS's designed capacity for treatment and disposal.
d. They shall not deposit solid,hazardous waste,or chemicals other than household cleaners in the OSS.
e. They shall not deposit waste or other material that causes the effluent entering the drainfield to exceed the parameters of
residential/household waste strength.
f. They shall not build any structure in the OSS area or reserve area without express,prior consent of the Health Officer.
g. They shall neither place nor remove fill over the OSS or reserve area without express,prior consent of the Health Officer.
h. They shall not pave or place other impervious cover over the OSS or reserve area.
i. They shall divert drains,such as footing or roof drains away from the area of the OSS.
j. They shall comply with inspection requirements in JCC 8.15.150 and WAC 246-272A
k. They shall complete maintenance and repair of the OSS as recommended by the monitoring entity.
1. They should not dispose of excess food waste via a garbage disposal.
m. They should not drive,park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve area.
n. They should not allow livestock access to the OSS area or reserve area.
o. They shall comply with WAC 246-272A-270.
(2) Breach of Owner's Responsibilities. An owner's or occupier's failure to fulfill any of the responsibilities in 8.15.150(1)
shall be a basis for a Notice of Violation and for the Health Officer to decline to issue approval for further development on the
parcel.
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CHARLES E RUSSELL December 31, 2015
KAREN S RUSSELL
1460 E MARROWSTONE RD
NORDLAND WA 98358-9679
RE: Septic System Pump Report
SITE ADDRESS: 21 CHIMACUM RD
PARCEL#901024020
CASE #: SOM10-00153
Dear: CHARLES E RUSSELL
On October 27, 2015 a pump report was submitted by Goodman, Inc. for the above referenced property.
This inspection found the following item/s of concern that require correction:
1. Water was observed around the riser. This must be repaired to prevent leakage into
the tank.
2. Outlet baffle was reported to be in poor condition and must be replaced to prevent
solids from entering the drainfield which could cause clogging of the soils and damage to
the system. This was noted on a previous report from January, 23, 2015.
The purpose of proper maintenance is so the County,for the benefit and protection of the public's health,
is assured by this department that these systems are designed, installed and maintained in a proper
manner. We appreciate your prompt attention to this matter. If you should have further questions
please contact this office at 385-9444. The code sections referenced are attached for your information.
This letter is intended to serve as formal notice that further approvals may be withheld until this work is
completed and approved by Health Department staff. Postponing correction may result in premature
failure of the septic system. A permit is required for any repair or modification of an onsite sewage
system per Washington Administrative Code 246-272A and Jefferson County Code 8.15.
Sincerely,
Environmental Health Specialist
Jefferson County Public Health
360-385-9444
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Code References
8.15.150 OPERATION,MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING
(1) Responsibility of Owner(s). The owner of every residence,business,or other place where persons congregate,reside
or are employed that is served by an OSS,and each person with access to deposit materials in the OSS shall use,operate,and
maintain the system to eliminate the risk to the public associated with improperly treated sewage. Owners'duties are
included,without limitation,in the following list:
a. They shall comply with the conditions stated on the on-site sewage permit.
b. They shall employ an approved pumper to remove the septage from the tank(s)when the level of solids and scum
indicates that removal is necessary. The septic tank shall be pumped when the total amount of solids equals or exceeds
one-third(1/3)the volume of the tank. The pump and/or siphon chamber(s)shall be pumped when solids are observed.
c. They shall not use water in quantities that exceed the OS S's designed capacity for treatment and disposal.
d. They shall not deposit solid,hazardous waste,or chemicals other than household cleaners in the OSS.
e. They shall not deposit waste or other material that causes the effluent entering the drainfield to exceed the parameters of
residential/household waste strength.
f. They shall not build any structure in the OSS area or reserve area without express,prior consent of the Health Officer.
g. They shall neither place nor remove fill over the OSS or reserve area without express,prior consent of the Health
Officer.
h. They shall not pave or place other impervious cover over the OSS or reserve area.
i. They shall divert drains,such as footing or roof drains away from the area of the OSS.
j. They shall comply with inspection requirements in JCC 8.15.150 and WAC 246-272A
k. They shall complete maintenance and repair of the OSS as recommended by the monitoring entity.
1. They should not dispose of excess food waste via a garbage disposal.
m. They should not drive,park or store vehicles or equipment over the drainfield or reserve area.
n. They should not allow livestock access to the OSS area or reserve area.
o. They shall comply with WAC 246-272A-270.
(2) Breach of Owner's Responsibilities. An owner's or occupier's failure to fulfill any of the responsibilities in 8.15.150
(1)shall be a basis for a Notice of Violation and for the Health Officer to decline to issue approval for further development
on the parcel.
TANK PUMPING REPORT
Site Name:Valley Tavern
Location:21 Chimacum Rd Service Company:
Port Hadlock
Tax ID: 901024020 Goodman, Inc.
Owner:Valley Tavern 2495 Cape George Rd
Use'Commercial, FSE:Other Port Townsend,WA 98368
Jurisdiction ID:SOM10-00153 360-385-7155
Serviced:10/27/2015 by: Doug Nebel Submitted 10/27/2015 by:Doug Nebel
Dump Location:Bio-Recycling
COMMENTS
Water observed around riser. Outlet baffle needs repaired.
TANK:Septic Tank-1 Compartment
Tank Pumped: YES
Tank Size(Gallons)(Number only, no text): 1000
Effluent level within operational limits(if NO explain in comments): YES
Total Gallons pumped from tank(Number only, no text): 1000
Effluent returning back into tank after pumping: NO
Tank depth below grade(inches): 24
Access Risers installed to grade(N/A if not present): YES
Access Risers securely fastened(N/A if no riser present): YES
Tank Construction Material: Concrete
Tank Condition Good: YES
Roots or ground water observed leaking into the tank or around the risers: YES Deficient
Baffles in good condition(N/A if not present): NO Deficient
Effluent screen cleaned(N/A if not present): NO
Effluent surfacing around site components(N/A if not checked): NO
Tank abandoned after pumping: NO
Were repairs made to the Tank or Tank Components?(if YES explain in comments): NO
Compartment 1 Scum accumulation(Inches, if other specify): 10
Compartment 1 Sludge accumulation(Inches, if other specify): 9
Drainfield was vacuumed or hydro-jetted?(If YES,explain in comments) NO
ANK:Grease Trap
This tank was not pumped or serviced.
This report indicates certain characteristics of the onsite sewage system at the time of visit In no way is this report a guarantee of operation or future performance.
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