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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 14 - 2009-05-07 Compliance Inspection for 2832 Legion AveInspect Minnesota & Midwest Soil Testing Brian Humpal - President - MPCA Licensed Designer, Inspector, Installer, and Pumper P.O. Box 383 • Hugo, MN 55038 • Phone (651) 493-2682 • Fax (651) 493-2683 May 7, 2009 Mr. Brad Hetlund Keller Williams Realty 659 Bielenberg Drive Suite 100 Woodbury, MN 55125 Subject: Septic System at 2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN Dear Brad: Please find attached septic system report for subject property. I am sending a copy of the enclosed septic report to your client who has paid for our services at the time of the inspection. Thank you very much for allowing me to do this work. Please contact me should you have any questions. Sincerely, Brian Humpal Copies: Mr. Scott Baerman - Buyer Mr. Karl Horning - City of Lake Elmo NOTE: This report is not complete without the inclusion/attachment of the additional pages which consist of up to five (5) MPCA drafted Compliance Inspection Documents, one (1) Homeowner/Occupant Information Sheet (when obtainable), one (1) site diagram, one (1) log of soil boring(s), one (1) Brian L Humpal, Inc. Disclaimer Sheet, and one (1) MPCA License. Inspect Minnesota & Midwest Soil Testing P.O. Box 383 Hugo, MN 55038 Brian Humpal 651-493-2682 MPCA Licensed Designer & Inspector SEPTIC SYSTEM COMPLIANCE REPORT Date: May 6, 2009 Time: 10:00 AM Owner: Elizabeth & Theodore Olson Inspection Address: 2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 REPORT SUMMARY I have performed an “MPCA Compliance Inspection” on this septic system, have reviewed the sellers “private sewer system disclosure” statement, and have reviewed the limited design/permit records on file at the City of Lake Elmo. This system consists of a bottomless septic tank, a bottomless lift tank, and a gravity seepage bed (bottomless septic tanks are considered to be cesspools by the MPCA). The septic tanks were most likely installed in 1970 when the house was built and the seepage bed was installed in 1981, with an addition to the bed in 1996. My inspection indicates that this system is presently “non-compliant” in accordance with MPCA rules 7080.1500 Subp.4(B)(D) because of the bottomless tanks (cesspools) and also the lack of the required three foot separation between the bottom of the seepage bed and seasonally saturated soils. This system is also an imminent threat to public health and safety per MPCA rule 7080.1500 Subp. 4(A) because of the unsafe manhole covers. In accordance with MPCA rules, I am sending a copy of this complete report to the City of Lake Elmo. I am not sure of the City’s requirements on the upgrading of these non-compliant systems and cannot officially speak on behalf of the City. Please contact City of Lake Elmo Building Inspector, Mr. Karl Horning, (651-777-5510) to verify the City’s position. Please advise buyer, agents, lender, etc. to contact me at any time should they have any questions regarding this system. __________________________ Brian Humpal Page 1 of 10 wq-wwists4-31 Compliance Inspection Form for Existing SSTS 4/4/08 Compliance Inspection Form Existing Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS) Instructions on page 7 Parcel number: System status: Compliant Noncompliant (based on all compliance requirements) Summary Form Property Information Property owner name(s): Elizabeth & Theodore Olson Property address: 2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Property owner’s address (if different): Unknown County: Washington Property owner phone: Unknown Permitting authority: Lake Elmo Date system constructed: 70, 81, 96 Reason for inspection: Property Sale System Description Brief system description: Bottomless septic & lift tank, gravity seepage bed (bottomless tanks are considered cesspools by the MPCA) Local permit number: 96-165 Number of bedrooms: 3 Design flow rate: Unknown Is the system: In Shoreland area? Yes No An U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Class V Injection Well? Yes No In Wellhead Protection Area? Yes No System serving a Minnesota Department of Heath (MDH) licensed facility? Yes No Compliance Status (Based on state requirements – additional local requirements may also apply.) Based on the information gathered and reported on attached forms, the compliance status of this system is (check one): Certificate of Compliance – valid until (3 years from date of report): Notice of Noncompliance - For Noncompliant systems: The reason for noncompliance is: Bottomless septic tank, bottomless lift tank, lack of the required three foot separation between the bottom of the seepage bed and seasonally saturated soils, unsafe manhole covers This noncompliant system is classified as (check one below): Imminent threat to public health & safety Failing to protect ground water Not in compliance with operating permit Certification (Completed form must be submitted to the local unit of government within 15 days.) I hereby certify that all the necessary information has been gathered to determine the compliance status of this system. No determination of future system performance has been nor can be made due to unknown conditions during system construction, possible abuse of the system, inadequate maintenance, or future water usage. Name: Brian Humpal Certification number: C5342 Business license name and number: Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing - L2896 or Name of local unit of government: Signature: Date: 5/7/09 Required Attachments Inspector Complete: This Inspection Report is 10 pages long. Check compliance forms attached: Hydraulic Performance Tank Integrity Soil Separation Operating Permit Form (if applicable) System drawing/As-built drawing An assessment of any local requirements that are different from what is required on this form Soil Boring Logs Abandonment form (if appropriate) Other information (list): Report Summary, Property Information, Disclaimer, License Upgrade Requirements (derived from Minn. Stat. § 115.55) An imminent threat to public health and safety (ITPHS) must be upgraded, replaced, or its use discontinued within ten months of receipt of this notice or within a shorter period if required by local ordinance. If the system is failing to protect ground water, the system must be upgraded, replaced, or its use discontinued within the time required by local ordinance. If an existing system is not failing as defined in law, and has at least two feet of design soil separation, then the system need not be upgraded, repaired, replaced, or its use discontinued, notwithstanding any local ordinance that is more strict. This provision does not apply to systems in shoreland areas, Wellhead Protection Areas, or those used in connection with food, beverage, and lodging establishments as defined in law. For Local Tracking Purposes: Page 2 of 10 wq-wwists4-31 Compliance Inspection Form for Existing SSTS 4/4/08 Parcel number: System status: Compliant Noncompliant (as determined by this form) Hydraulic Performance and Other Compliance Compliance Issue #1 of 4 Date of observation: 5/6/09 Reason for observation: Property Sale This form expires upon next inspection or in three years, whichever occurs first: 5/6/2012 Compliance questions/criteria: (Required) (Check the appropriate box) Does the system discharge sewage to the ground surface? Yes No Does the system discharge sewage to drain tile or surface waters? Yes No Does the system cause sewage backup into dwelling or establishment? Yes No Do other situations exist that have the potential to immediately and adversely impact or threaten public health or safety (electrical, unsafe covers, etc.)? Yes No Any “yes” answer indicates that the system is an imminent threat to public health and safety. Does the system pose a threat to ground water for any conditions deemed non- protective as determined by the inspector? Yes No “Yes” indicates that the system is failing to protect ground water. If “yes”, describe the condition noted: Bottomless tanks (cesspools) Lack of the required three foot separation between the bottom of the drainfield and seasonally saturated soils Verification Method*: (Optional) (Check the appropriate box) Searched for surface outlet Performed hydraulic test Searched for seeping in yard Checked for backup in home Excessive ponding in soil system/D-boxes Homeowner testimony Examined for surging in tank “Black soil” above soil dispersal system System requires “emergency” pumping Performed dye test Other: None of the above found * No standard protocol exists. This list is not exhaustive, in sequential order, nor does it indicate which combinations are necessary to make this determination. Certification This form is to be completed and attached to the Summary Form of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Compliance Inspection Form for Existing Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems. Observations, interpretations, and conclusions must be completed by an inspector. Completed form must be submitted to the local unit of government within 15 days. Property owner name(s): Elizabeth & Theodore Olson Property address: 2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Property owner’s address (if different): Unknown County: Washington Phone: Unknown I hereby certify that I personally made the observations, interpretations, and conclusions reported on this form and that they are correct. Name: Brian Humpal Certification number: C5342 Business license name and number: Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing - L2896 or Name of local unit of government: Signature: Date: 5/7/09 Page 3 of 10 wq-wwists4-31 Compliance Inspection Form for Existing SSTS 4/4/08 Parcel number: System status: Compliant Noncompliant (as determined by this form) Tank Integrity and Safety Compliance Compliance Issue #2 of 4 Date of observation: 5/6/09 Reason for observation: Property Sale This form expires on (three years): 5/6/2012 Compliance questions/criteria: (Required) (Check the appropriate box) Does the system consist of a seepage pit*, cesspool, drywell, or leaching pit? Yes No Do any sewage tank(s) leak below their designed operating depth? Yes No If yes, identify which sewage tank leaks. All Tanks Any “yes” answer indicates that the system is failing to protect ground water. * Seepage pits meeting 7080.2550 may be compliant if allowed in ordinance by local permitting authority. Verification Method**: (Optional) (Check the appropriate box) Probed tank bottom Observed low liquid level Examined construction records Examined empty (pumped) tank Probed outside tank for “black soil” Pressure/vacuum check Other: ** No standard protocol exists. This list is not exhaustive, in sequential order, nor does it indicate which combinations are necessary to make this determination. Safety Check 1. Are any maintenance hole covers damaged, cracked, or appeared to be structurally unsound? Yes* No 2. Were all maintenance hole covers replaced in a secured manner (e.g., all screws replaced)? Yes No* 3. Was secondary access restraint present (safety pan, second cover, or safety netting) – highly recommended. Yes No 4. Was any other safety/health issue present? Yes* No Explain: Manhole covers are unsafe and can easily be removed *System is an imminent threat to public health and safety. Certification This form is to be completed and attached to the Summary Form of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Compliance Inspection Form for Existing Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems. Observations, interpretations, and conclusions must be completed by an inspector, maintainer, or service provider. Completed form must be submitted to the local unit of government within 15 days. Property owner name(s): Elizabeth & Theodore Olson Property address: 2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Property owner’s address (if different): Unknown County: Washington Phone: Unknown I hereby certify that I personally made the observations, interpretations, and conclusions reported on this form and that they are correct. Name: Brian Humpal Certification number: C5342 Business license name and number: Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing - L2896 or Name of local unit of government: Signature: Date: 5/7/09 Page 4 of 10 wq-wwists4-31 Compliance Inspection Form for Existing SSTS 4/4/08 Parcel number: System status: Compliant Noncompliant (as determined by this form) Soil Separation Compliance and Other Compliance Compliance Issue #3 of 4 Date of observation: 5/6/09 Reason for observation: Property Sale This information on this form does not expire. Compliance questions/criteria: (Required) (Check the appropriate box) For systems built prior to April 1, 1996, and not located in Shoreland or Wellhead Protection Area or not serving a food, beverage or lodging establishment: Does the system have at least a two-foot vertical separation distance from periodically saturated soil or bedrock? Yes No For non-performance systems built April 1, 1996, or later or for non-performance systems located in Shoreland or Wellhead Protection Areas or serving a food, beverage or lodging establishment: Does the system have a three-foot vertical separation distance from periodically saturated soil or bedrock?* Yes No For reduced separation distance systems (i.e., “performance” systems under old 7080.0179 or Type IV or V system under new 7080. 2350 or 7080.2400): Does the system meet the designed vertical separation distance from periodically saturated soil or bedrock?* Yes No Any “no” answer indicates that the system is failing to protect ground water. Verification Method**: (Optional) (Check the appropriate box) Conducted soil observation(s) (attach boring logs) Two previous verifications (attach boring logs) Other: Soil observation does not expire. Previous observations by two independent parties are sufficient, unless site conditions have been altered. * May be reduced by up to 15 percent if allowed in local ordinance. ** No standard protocol exists. This list is not exhaustive, in sequential order, nor does it indicate which combinations are necessary to make this determination. Certification This form is to be completed and attached to the Summary Form of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency’s (MPCA) Compliance Inspection Form for Existing Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems. Observations, interpretations, and conclusions must be completed by an inspector or designer. Completed form must be submitted to the local unit of government within 15 days. Property owner name(s): Elizabeth & Theodore Olson Property address: 2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 Property owner’s address (if different): Unknown County: Washington Phone: Unknown I hereby certify that I personally made the observations, interpretations, and conclusions reported on this form and that they are correct. Name: Brian Humpal Certification number: C5342 Business license name and number: Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing - L2896 or Name of local unit of government: Signature: Date: 5/7/09 Page 5 of 10 Page 6 of 10 Page 7 of 10 Date:5/6/09 Hand/Bucket USDA 1 0-6 6-20 20-33 33-46 46-54 54-66 66-72 20" -33" =0" 72" 20" None Inches Same Bottom Of Distribution Medium At:33 Of Separation Of Separation Depth To Bottom Of System Depth To Bottom Of System Elevation Of Boring Relative To System Elevation Of Boring Relative To System Depth To End Of Boring Or Mottled Soils Depth To End Of Boring Or Mottled Soils Standing Water Present At:Standing Water Present At: Mottled Soil Present At: Location of Project:2832 Legion Ave, Lake Elmo, MN 55042 End Of Boring At: Mottled Soil Present At: Boring Number: Soils Encountered Classification System: Inspect Minnesota Surface Elevation of Boring Depth In Inches 10YR 3/2 Sandy Loam Native Soil 10YR 3/1 Sandy Loam Saturated Soils Encountered Borings Made By: Auger Used: Same as ground surface at seepage bed 7.5YR 5/8 & 7.5YR 5/3 Mottles/Redox Boring Number: 10YR 3/2 Loam Sand Saturated Depth In Inches With 5YR 4/6 & 7.5YR 4/1 Mottles/Redox Surface Elevation of Boring Log Of Soil Borings End Of Boring At: 7.5YR 2.5/2 Silt Loam (Fill) 7.5YR 3/4 Loamy Sand (Fill) 7.5YR 3/4 Loamy Sand W/Silt Loam Layers And 5YR 5/8 & 7.5YR 5/2 Fill Mottles 7.5YR 4/4 Loamy Sand (Fill) With Page 8 of 10 Brian L. Humpal, Inc. dba. Inspect Minnesota, Midwest Soil Testing DISCLAIMER SHEET Relative to Septic System Compliance Inspections 1. This inspection/report is being performed for only the seller/owner of the property on which the septic system is located; there is no contract between Brian L. Humpal, Inc. and any other party except the seller/owner unless otherwise noted. In such case that the buyer of the property is paying for the inspection, the contract is between only the buyer of the property and Brian L. Humpal, Inc., there is no contract with any other party unless otherwise noted. 2. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. has not been retained to warrant, guarantee, or certify the proper functioning of the system for any period of time beyond the date of inspection or the future. Because of the numerous factors (usage, maintenance, tank pumping, soil characteristics, previous failures, etc.) which may affect the proper operation of a septic system, as well as the inability of Brian L. Humpal, Inc. to supervise or monitor the use or maintenance of the system, the report shall not be construed as a warranty by Brian L. Humpal, Inc. that the system will function properly for any particular person for any period of time. 3. Minimum Compliance Inspection requirements relative to this inspection and this report include only verification that the septic system has a water tight septic tank(s) and lift tank, the required separation from the bottom of the drainfield/mound distribution medium and saturated soils, no back-ups of sewage into the dwelling, and no discharge of sewage/effluent onto the ground surface or surface water (lakes, streams, etc.) Brian L. Humpal, Inc. does not inspect basement ejector pumps or exterior lift tank pumps as they are considered to be a “maintenance item”. Sewage back- up verification is limited to observing the floor drain area and/or the information supplied by the last occupants of the dwelling prior to inspection. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. cannot guarantee that the information given to them by the last occupants of the dwelling prior to inspection relative to back- ups is accurate. Some persons may attempt to hide or conceal signs of previous back-ups. 4. Certification of this system does not warranty future use beyond the date of the inspection. Any system, old or new, can be hydraulically overloaded as a result of more people moving into the house than were previously occupying the house, improper maintenance and/or heavy usage, tree roots, freezing conditions, surface drainage problems, or the system can simply stop working because of it’s age. The average life expectancy of a properly maintained septic system is twenty to twenty five years. 5. A Compliance Inspection is not meant to be a test or inspection for longevity of the septic system, a Compliance Inspection is strictly for the purpose of determining if the septic system is polluting the environment at the date and time the inspection is performed. This inspection is not intended to determine if the septic system was originally designed or installed to past or present MPCA or Local Unit of Government code requirements. 6. WINTER WORK: Client (person paying for inspection) understands that inspections conducted during winter weather (approximately November 1st through April 1st) are more difficult to perform because of the possible snow cover and ground frost. Septic system components such as tanks / tank covers and drop boxes / drop box covers and soil treatment areas are more difficult to locate because of snow cover and ground frost. Soil borings and locating drainfields are more difficult to perform because of ground frost. Brian L. Humpal, Inc. will attempt to use the same level of standards when performing winter work as when performing non-winter work. However, Client understands that because of aforementioned considerations, the same level of standards may not be possible. Page 9 of 10 Page 10 of 10