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Puolic Health www.JeffersonCountyPublicHealth.org
RONALD MARLOW September 111 2015
RONALD MARLOW TRUSTEE
PO BOX 242
PORT HADLOCK, WA 98339
RE: NOTICE AND ORDER TO CORRECT-Septic System Corrections Required
Septic System Monitoring Inspection
SITE ADDRESS: 610 IRONDALE RD
PARCEL NUMBER: 961802002
CASE #: SOM95-00092
Dear : RONALD MARLOW
On August 13, 2015 a monitoring inspection was completed on the above referenced property.
The following issues identified require correction:
1. Deficiencies noted on your inspection August 13, 2015 indicate that water re-entered the tank
from the drainfield. This indicates a problem with the system that requires further evaluation by a
Licensed Designer.
Items identified above may cause damage to, or premature failure of the onsite sewage system and
constitute a violation of the following section of JCC 8.15:
> JC Code 8.15.150 (1) Operations. Maintenance and Monitoring
Jefferson County Public Health hereby gives you notice to correct the violations 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.
Please be advised that you also need to comply with other sections of Jefferson County Code, and may
need to apply for the following if applicable:
> building permit
This is obtained through the Jefferson County Department of Community Development. They can be
contacted at(360)379 4450.
This letter is intended to serve as formal notice that no further approvals shall be granted until
corrections are made and approved by Health Department staff. Failure to comply with this notice and
order to correct violation may result in the issuance of a civil infraction notice to you pursuant to section
180 of said regulations. The civil infraction may result in a fine of up to$513.00 per violation per day to
be assessed to you.
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,
Environmental Health Specialist
Jefferson County Public Health
360-385-9444
c: File, O&M Provider
enc List of Designers
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(I)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
(I) 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.
I. 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(I)
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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2495 Cape George Rd 360-385-7155
Port Townsend, WA 98368
PROPERTY INFORMATION •
Location:610 IRONDALE RD
Port Hadlock
Tax ID:961802002
Mall To. Ron Marlow
PO Box 242 Use:Residential,Multi Family
Port Hadlock,WA
98339 GENERAL SYSTEM TYPE: Gravity
Owner:Ron Marlow
ON ID:SOM95-00092
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Fold ON-SITE WASTEWATER TREATMENT SYSTEM INSPECTION REPORT s Fold
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Inspected:08/13/2015 - Inspection Type:ROUTINE - Correction Status:Some Corrections Made
Company. Certification-Level 1 Work Performed By Submitted 08/13/2015 by:
Goodman, Inc. Doug Nebel Doug Nebel
This report does not assure approvals by Jefferson County Public Health for ANY future building permits or development.
COMMENTS&GENERAL INSPECTION NOTES
Deficiencies Noted:deficiencies must be corrected to ensure proper longevity of the Onsite Sewage System.
tank was pumped on 07-31-2015,water returning from drain field,small amount.
GENERAL SITE&SYSTEM CONDITIONS
The General Site and System Conditions were Fully Inspected
All Components accessible for maintenance,secure and in good condition: YES
Surfacing effluent from any component(including mound seepage): NO
Components appear to be watertight-no visual leaks: YES
Improper encroachment(roads,buildings,etc.)onto component(s): NO
Component settling problems observed: NO
Abnormal ponding present for one or more of the disposal components: NO
Subsurface components adequately covered YES
Owner compliance issues noted NO
Site maintenance required(e.g.Landscape maintenance)If yes,describe in comments: NO
Occupant compliance problem(occupant not operating the system properly). If YES,describe in notes: NO
If deficiencies were identified on last inspection were they corrected before or during this inspection? N/A
(If NO,describe in notes,NA=no deficiencies on last report):
OSS Components,structures and appurtenances located per as-built/record drawing(If NO,describe YES
in notes). If no as-built exists or changes made,state NO and provide record to Health Dept:
Alterations made to the OSS(valves adjusted,timer settings modified,ports installed,etc.)(If YES, NO
describe in notes):
The house/structure was vacant or used infrequently,assessment of the drainfield was not possible. NO
Is the SEP case in a finaled/completed status?(if NO explain in comments) YES
ONSITE SEWAGE SYSTEM INSPECTION DETAIL
ANK:Septic Tank-1 Compartment
This component was Fully Inspected
Component appears to be functioning as intended: YES
Effluent level within operational limits(if NO explain in comments): YES
All required baffles in place(N/A=No baffles required): YES
Effluent Filter Cleaned(N/A=Not Present): N/A
Compartment 1 Scum accumulation(Inches,if other specify): 12
Effluent filter/screen needed cleaning on arrival N/A
Compartment 1 Sludge accumulation(Inches,if other specify): 7
Pumping needed: YES See Comments
Approximate Gallons to be pumped(if needed)by Certified Pumper: 1000
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'rain fi
This component eld: wGravity as: Fully Inspected
Component appears to be functioning as intended: NO See Comments
Ponding present?If YES explain in comments: NO
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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