960121_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Certification of Coverage
Facility Currently covered by an Expiring Sate Non -Discharge General Permit
On September 30, 2019, the North Carolina State Non -Discharge General Permits for Animal Waste Management Systems will
expire. As required by these permits, facilities that have been issued Certificates of Coverage to operate under these State
Non -Discharge General Permits must apply for renewal at least 180 days prior to their expiration date. Therefore, all applications
must be received by the Division of Water Resources by no later than April 3, 2019.
Please do not leave any question unanswered. Please verify all information and make any necessary corrections below.
Application must be signed and dated by the Permittee.
1. Farm Number: 96-0121 Certificate Of Coverage Number:
2. Facility Name: Dexter Jackson 29 & 30
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): William L Jackson
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 756 Country Club Rd
City: Mount Olive State: NC
911. 9.21 i8 bl
Telephone Number: - E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 5265 US 117 Alternate
City: Mount Olive State: NC
6. County where Facility is located: Wane
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner):
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"):
10. Operator Name (OIC): William L. Jackson
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type
Swine - Feeder to Finish
Operation Types:
Swine
Cattle
Wean to Finish
Dairy Calf
Wean to Feeder
Dairy Heifer
Farrow to Finish
Milk Cow
Feeder to Finish
Dry Cow
Farrow to Wean
Beef Stocker Calf
Farrow to Feeder
Beef Feeder
Boar/Stud
Beef Broad Cow
Gilts
Other
Other
Prestace Farms Inc
Phone No.: 919-658-6717
Allowable Count
1,240
AWS960121
Zip: 28365
Zip: 28365
OIC #: 19405
Dry Poultry
Other Types
Non Laying Chickens
Horses - Horses
Laying Chickens
Horses - Other
Pullets
Sheep- Sheep
Turkeys
Sheep - Other
Turkey Pullet
Wet Poultr%
Non Laying Pullet
Layers

ROY COOPER
cmernor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Setretcfry
LINDA CULPEPPER
ofreaor
William L Jackson
Dexter Jackson 29 & 30
756 Country Club Rd
Mount Olive, NC 28365
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NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
APR 0 2 2019
February 27, 2019 ^'? ,.
Your facility is currently approved for operation under one of the Animal Waste Operation State Non -Discharge General Permits,
which expire on September 30, 2019. Copies of the new animal waste operation State Non -Discharge General Permits are available
at https://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-quality-rep-ional_or)erations/afo or by writing or calling:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
In order to assure vour continued coverage under the State Non -Discharge General Permits, You must submit an application for
permit coverage to the Division. Enclosed you will fins! a "Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility Currently Covered by an
Expiring State Non -Discharge General Permit." The application form must be completed, signed and returned by April 2019.
Please note that You must include one 1 coUv of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan CAWMP with the
completed and siened application form. A list of items included in the CAWMP can be found n Page 2 of the renewal
application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the State Non -Discharge General Permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel
free to contact the Animal Feeding Operations Branch staff at 919-707-9100.
Sincerely,
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures): Washington Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Wayne County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS960121
Prestage Farms Inc
North ;ar•_ na Department of =ry ror: menta Qua t 1 D wso , of Wat=r Resaumes
� N F12 N. Ss seuny St. I IC-36 Mr. Serves Cer,ter, I Faegt. North, Cara na 27c"v3-IEZ,6

13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
NEW
8/27/1996
Ck0-
a 0D
19.00
OLD
10/28/1985
C `Q
19.00
Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.10C(d) to the address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), signed b% the owner and a certified technical svecialist, containing:
a. The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation, injection, etc.)
b. A map of every field used for land application (for example: irrigation map)
c. The soil series present on every land application field
d. The crops grown on every land application field
e. The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP
f. The maximum PAN to be applied to every land application field
g. The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP
h. The required NRCS Standard specifications
2. A site map/schematic
3. Emergency Action Plan
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: [e-mail]

I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application may be subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. (18 U.S.C.
Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both for
a similar offense.)
Printed Name of Signing Official (Landowner, or if multiple Landowners all landowners should sign. If Landowner is a
corporation, signature should be by a principal executive officer of the co r -ration):
Name: �11��114Mh. �■�[,ks DW Title:
Signature: _ Date: 3 ^ ,.2 zr—
Name: Title:
Signature
Name:
Signature:
_ Date:
Title:
Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019

Waste Utilization Plan
Producer: William Jackson County: Wayne
Name of Farm: Dexter Jackson 29-30
Location: 122•Cox Pond Rd.
Mt Olive NC 28365
Phone: [phone]
Type of Operation: Feed -Finish
Number of Animal: 1240
Storage Structure: Anaerobic Lagoon
Method of Application: Irrigation
Amount of waste produced per year: 2356 ton/year
Amount of plant available N (PAN) produced/year: 2232 lbs./year
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface water and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animafwaste
should be used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the
fields where the waste is to be applied.
This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed
before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in the implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally
safe manner.
1. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be• grown and the nutrbent
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize.
2. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials,
cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per
year. Waste may be applied to land eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but
less than 10 tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter strips are
established.
4. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is
frozen. Either of these conditions may in runoff to the surface waters which is not
allowed under DWQ regulations.
S. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems.
6. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crops production and to reduce the potential for
pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied not more than 30 days
prior to planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy. Injecting the waste or disking will
conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste application method shown above. If you choose to change methods
in the future, you need to revise this plan. Nutrient levels for different applications methods are
not the same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. In some cases you may want to have plant analysis made, which

Dexter Jackson 29-30 Page 2
could allow additional waste to be applied. Provisions shall be made for the area receiving
waste to be flexible so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content and the crop type.
Lime must be applied to maintain pH in the optimum range for specific crop.production. This
waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H .0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
YOUR WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
Tract No. Pull No.
Soil Type
Crop
Yield/Ac
Lbs. N Acres
I
Lbs N Month to
Lbs. N
Code
unit
Used Apply
Per Ac.
1
Lucy
CB/HAY
5.4
49
3.36
890 MAR-SEP
265
1
Lucv
SG/HAY
1
50
3.36
168 OCT-MAR
50
2
Lucy
CB/HAY
5.4
49
3.22
853 MAR-SEP
265
2
Lucy
SG/HAY
1
50
3.22
161 OCT-MAR
50
3
Lucy
. CB/HAY
5A.
49.
2-53
670 MAR-SEP
265
3
Lucy
SG/HAY
1
50
2.53
127 OCT-MAR
50
4
Luc
CB/HAY
5.4
49
0.73
193 MAR-SEP
265
4
Lucy
SG HAY
1
50
0.73
371 OCT-MAR
50
Total
9.84
3100lbs.
Available Nitrogen
2232 lbs.
Surplus or deficit
-868 lbs.
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job.. You should plan time and have appropriate equipment to apply
the waste in a timely manner.

Dexter Jackson 29-30 Page 3
The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N requirements. In the future,
regulations may require farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that
addresses all nutrients. This plan only addresses nitrogen.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc. interseeded in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through
grazing, hay and /or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed when they reach a height of six to nine
inches. Cattle should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four inches. In fields where small grain
etc. is to be removed for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small grain to reach maturity,
especially late in the season ( i.e. April or May) Shading may result if small grain gets too high and.this will
definitely interfere with the stand of bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced yields and less
nitrogen being utilized. Rather than cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as is the normal
situation, you are encouraged to cut the small grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or silage
two to three times during the season, depending on the time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc. is late Septemberorearly October,. Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a height of about two inches before drilling for best
results.
Caution must be exercised in grazing or haying summer annuals under stressed conditions. Nitrate poisoning
may occur in livestock. Sampling forage or hay for nitrate levels is recommended.
Acres shown in the tables are considered to be the usable acres excluding required buffers, filters strips along
ditches, odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving full application rates due to
equipment limitations. Actual total acres in the field listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres
shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION:
The waste utilization plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at agronomic rates.
The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over application of nutrients
or other elements. Your production facility will produce approximately 12648 lbs. of plant available
nitrogen per year in the sludge.
If you remove sludge every 5 years you will have approximately 63240 lbs. of PAN to utilize. Assuming
you apply this PAN to hybrid bermudagrass hayland at the rate of 300 lbs/acre you will need 211
acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at the rate of 125 lbs. of nitrogen per acre you will need 506
acres of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and the land needed. Actual
requirements could vary by 25% depending on the sludge waste analysis, soil types, realistic yields, and
application methods.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of irrigation such that
runoff or ponding occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure, soil texture, water
droplet size, and organic solids. The application amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity

Dexter Jackson 29-30
Page 4
of the soil at the time of irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen needs of
the crop.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsibility of the producer and
irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly irrigate the acres shown in tables.
Failure to apply the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan
invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application rates and amounts.
Tract No.
Field No.
Soil Type
Crop
Code
Applic.
Rate(in/hr)
Applic.
Amount
1
Luc
CB/HAY
0.5
1.0
1
Lucy
SG/HAY
0.5
1.0
2
Luc
CB/HAY
0.5
1.0
2
Luc
SG/HAY
0.5
1.0
3
Luc
CB/HAY
0.5
1.0
3
Lucy
SG/HAY
0.5
1.0
4
Lucy
CB/HAY
0.5
1.0
4
Lucy
SG/HAY
0.5
1.0

Dexter Jackson 29-30
Page 5
This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the
crop is not over applied. In many situations the application amount shown cannot be applied because of the
nitrogen limitations. The maximum application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil conditions.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must be removed on the
average of once every 6 months. In no instances should the volume of the waste be stored in your structure
be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or one foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour
storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and the waste applicator to ensure that the spreader equipment is operated
properly to apply the correct rates shown in the tables. Failure to apply the recommended rates and amounts of
nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
Call your technical specialist after you have receive the waste analysis report for assistance in determining the
amount of waste per acre and the proper application rate prior to applying the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION

Dexter Jackson 29-30 Page 6
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns or has an
agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he/she shall provide a copy of
an agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the
use of the land for waste application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to
secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions, and level
of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
may be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
standard 393 - Filter Strip).
5. Odors can be reduced by injectingthe waste or disking after waste application'. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate that runoff
does not occur offsite or to the surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the following:
The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from a lagoon that is a
component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any residential property boundary
and from any perennial stream or river (other than an irrigation ditch or canal. Animal
waste other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995), shall not be
applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips).

Dexter Jackson 29-30 Page 7
REQUIRED.SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those owned
by he landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainage ways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shalt be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from wash down facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced as necessary to
protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc.,
are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed
+ and accessible. Berms and structures should be inspected regularly..for evidences of
erosion, leakage or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetation and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied pre -plant with no further applications of animal waste
during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and the bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to
mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five (5) years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.

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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Dexter Jackson 29-30
Owner/Manager Agreement William Jackson
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and maintenance proce-
dures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I (we) know that any
expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
before the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of animal waste
from this system to the surface waters of the state from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24 hour
storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water
Conservation District and will be available for review by NCDWQ upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: , William Jackson
Signature:
Name of Manager (If different from owner)
Signature:
Name of Person Preparing Plan:
Affiliation: Prestage Farms, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 438
Clinton, NC 28329
Signature: C1.+Q51G
G. Glenn Clifton
Phone: [phone]
Date: S'- �- 16
Date:
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750' Pull
NOTESi
1. IRRIGATION LAYOUT BASED ON ESTIMATED SCALED MAP FROM WAYNE CO. GI AND INFORMATION PROVIDED BY PRESTAGE FARMS.
2. LAYOUT AND SPACING FOR TRAVELER PULL BASED ON 0.96' RING AND APPROX 74Z SPACING OF CALIBRATED
WETTED DIAMETER OF 230' FOR 170' LANE SPACING.
3. OPERATOR MUST MANAGE APPLICATIONS TO REMAIN IN ACTIVE CROP AREAS,
230' DIA.
\ SPRAY PATTERN
O NEW HYDRANT
ON THRUST BLOCK
9. AIR VENT
+ GROUND ENTRY
-
----- TRAVEL LANE
— --- --- --- _.—FIELD BORDER
DRAINAGE DITCH
- BUFFER
NO LAND APPLICATION DURING RAINFALL, FROZEN GROUND, OR WIND > 5 Mph. R, GREGORY SWAIN, P.E,
4. TRAVEL LANE AND RISERS SHOULD BE ACCURATELY LOCATED TO PREVENT APPLICATION IN BUFFERS, 305 Wendover Ln, Wilmington, NC 284
910-590-5179
Dexter Jackson 29-30
Irrigation Design New Field
DATE; 4/7/16 I SCALET = 200'

CALCULATED WETTED ACREAGE (NEW SPRAYFIELD) FOR
DEXTER JACKSON 29-30
PULL
TYPE
PULL LENGTH
EFFECT. WIDTH
MIDDLE ACRES
START
END
TOTAL
1
NE75
765
175
3.07
0.29
0.00
3.36
2
N175
750
170
2.93
0.29
0.00
3.22
3
N175
575
170
2.24
0.29
0.00
2.53
4
NE75
125
120
0.34
0.17
0.22
0.73
TOTAL WETTED ACREAGE:
9.85
NOTES:
1. DIMENSIONS BASED ON ESTIMATED SCALED MAP FROM WAYNE CO. GIS
2. WETTED ACREAGE FOR START ENDS AND STOP ENDS ARE TAKEN FROM CAWMP WETTED ACREAGE
3. ALL CALCULATIONS BASED ON 0.96" RING IN SR150 GUN AND CALIBRATED WETTED DIA 2301
.
150 gpm, 170' LANE SPACING,
4. EFFECTIVE SPRAY WIDTHS BASED ON NEW DESIGN STANDARDS (OUTSIDE AREA 78% OF RADIUS).
15. OPERATOR MUST TAKE PRECAUTIONS AND OBSERVE IRRIGATION EVENTS TO PREVENT RUNOFF FROM
OVERAPPLICATION, SPRAY DRIFT, ETC. APPLICATION SHOULD NOT OCCUR IN OVER 5 mph WINDS
OR ON FROZEN OR SATURATED SOILS.
6. OPERATOR MUST VERIFY REQUIRED SETBACKS AND MARK LANES TO ENSURE ACCURATE APPLICATION.
7. SYSTEM SHOULD BE CALIBRATED AND OPERATED TO DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS, OR DESIGN MUST BE
MODIFIED TO ACCOMMODATE CHANGES.
R. Gregory Swain, P.E.
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'/"N,,Wilmington, NC 28411
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Common Land Unit
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Tract Boundary
Wetland Determination Identifiers
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7 Limited Restrictions
Exempt from Conservation
Compliance Provisions
USDA FSA maps are for FSA Program administration only. This map does not represent a legal survey or reflect actual ownership; rather it depicts the information provided directly from the producer and/or the NAIP imagery. The producer
accepts the data'as is' and assumes all risks associated with its use. The USDA Farm Service Agency assumes no responsibility for actual or consequential damage incurred as a result of any user's reliance on this data outside FSA Programs.
Weiland identifiers do not represent the size, shape, or specific determination of the area. Refer to your original determination (CPA-026 and attached maps) for exact boundaries and determinations or contact NRCS.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS Division of. Water Resources (DWR) (n _ I - l/ p q[p
Emergency Management System (EMS) AR -- 731 -- 1 N (,S_
Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) a19.— �?30— ,�9ZL
Natural Resources Conservation Service (MRCS) Q tq - 73 LI Sri t
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking;
overflowing, or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters or leave
your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every effort to ensure that
this does not happen. This planshouldbe posted in an accessible location for all employees at
the facility. The following are some action items you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may or may not be possible.
Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed below.
a. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
1) Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
2) Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
3) Stop all flows to the. lagoon immediately.
4) Call a pumping contractor.
5) Make sure no surface water is entering'lagoon. '`�' ` ? :;;01- ,
b: Runoff from waste application field -actions include: APB
1) Immediately stop waste application.
2) Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
3) Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
4) Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that caused the runoff,
5) Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
c. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include:
1) Stop recycle pump.
2) Stop irrigation pump.
3) Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
4) Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
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d. Leakage from flush. systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
1) Stop recycle pump.
2) Stop irrigation pump.
3) Make sure no siphon occurs.
4) Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
5) Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
e. Leakage from base or sidewall of -lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed to flowing
leaks- possible action:
1) Dig a small sump or ditch away from the embankment to catch. all seepage, put in
a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
2) If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill holes
and compact with a clay type soil.
3). Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon bottom as
soon as possible. .
2. Assess the extent of the spilland note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
C. Any damage noted, such. as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off of the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?-
-3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, call your DWR regional office, phone number:
qLfp—"kfter hours, emergency number: 1-800-858-0368. Your phone call should
include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details of the incident from item 2
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of the
spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that. have been under
taken, and the seriousness of the situation.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS, phone number: a
7A-1 q 13 Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
c. Contact the following for advice/technical assistance:
1) Cooperative Extension, phone number:
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2) local SWCD office, phone number:
3) local NRCS office, phone number:
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff s Department and explain your problem
to them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5. Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair of problem to minimize off site
damage..
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:.
c. Contractors Phone
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting Engineer,
etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone• _� �,,
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWR and technical assistance agencies to rectify
the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste management plan to keep problems
with release of wastes from happening again.
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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cause
BMPs to Control Insects Site Specific Practices
Liquid Systems
Flush Gutters • Accumulation of solids
O Flush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids from
gutters as designed.
O Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits • Crusted Solids
Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minimize the
crusting of solids to a depth of no more than 6 -
B inches over more than 300/9 of surface.
Excessive Vegetative • Decaying vegetation
Maintain vegetative control along banks of
Growth
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
Feeders
l-Dcsign, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the
ccumulation of decaying wastage.
Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
day interval during summer; 15-30 day interval
during winter).
Feed Storage • Accumulations of feed residues tom' Reduce moisture accumulation within and
around immediate perimeter of feed storage
areas by insuring drainage away from site
and/or providing adequate containment (e.g.,
covered bin for brewers grain and similar high
Moisture grain products).
0-Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as
needed.
C - November 11, 1996, Page I

Source Cause 11 BMPs to Control Insects. Site Specific Practices
Animal Holding Areas • Accumulations of animal wastes Eliminate low areas that trap moisture along
and feed wastage fences and other locations where waste
accumulates and disturbance by animals is
ninimal.
Maintain fence rows and filter strips around
animal holding areas to minimize
accumulations of wastes (i.e., inspect for and
remove or break up accumulated solids as
needed).
Dry Manure Handling • Accumulations of animal wastes O Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
Systems day interval during summer 15-30 day interval
during winter) where manure is loaded for land
application "disposal.
O Provide for adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles.
• Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filter strips around stockpiles and
manure handling areas as needed.
For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613. North Carolina State University,
Raleigh, NC, 27695-7613.
' - November l I, 1996, Page 2

Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
'Source Cause BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Hush alleys Agitation during wastewater C1 Underfloor flush with underfloor ventilation
conveyance
Pit recharge Imints • Agitation of recycled lagoon n Extend recharge lines to near bottom of pits with —
liquid while pits are filling anti -siphon vents
Lilt station:; -_ - - Agitalion during sump tank --- f-1 Sump tank covers -
filling and drawdown
311tside d,uin - -� Agitation during wastewater n Box covers
t•nllection or
jul►ctioll boxes
1'11tl ufd�iiu(itcs-- ---•-
',l la�unll
I. lg(jou sill t.u:c.s --
Irrigation sprinkler
i iozzles
conveyance
Agitation during w;,slc��;,lcr f 1 Fxtend discharge point of pipes underneath
conveyance
OF Vulalile gas eniisswils
• Biological urixing
• Agilalinn
• l ligh pressure agitation
• Wind drift
lagoon liquid level
- -- roper lagoon liquid capacity
f�rrect lagoon startup procedures
la' Iinimum surface area -to -volume ratio
Minimum agitation when pumping
fl Mechanical aeration
n Proven biological additives
n Irrigate on dry days with little or no wind
n Minimum recommended operating pressure
n Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface
n Pump from second -stage lagoon

Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source Cause — BMPs to Minimize Odor — Site Specific Practices
Storage tank or • Partial microbial Cl Bottom or midlevel loading
basin surface decomposition Cl' Tank covers
• Mixing while filling 0 Basin surface mats of solids - -
• Agitation when emptying Cl P M. I ' l dd' ' 'd
Settling basin
surface
•
•
•
—•
Partial microbial —
decomposition
Mixing while filling
Agitation when emptying
Cl
t-
r roveto ogtca a it ves or oxt ants
I3xtend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid level
Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry, or
Agitation when spreading
Cl
Soil injection of slurry/sludges
sludge spreader
a
Volatile gas emissions
0
Wash residual manure from spreader after use
outlets
Cl
Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure,
•
Volatile gas emissions while
CI
Soil injection of slurry/sludges
slurry, or sludge on
drying
n-
Soil incorporation within 48 hours
field surfaces
n
Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
CI
Proven biological additives or oxidants
I )ei,d aniurlIs
•
Carcass decomposition
W Proper disposition of carcasses
I )cad animal _
•
Carcass decomposition
n
Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
Ilislwsal flits
CI
Proper location/construction of disposal pits
III :;
•
111CO ul►Ictc u,nlbuslion
fl
Spdondary slack burners
... �
`"tallilili%� Ace
----Illrhrol►er
drainage ------.. ----�
. -- -
Grade and landscape such that water drains away
0
Rliclobial decomposidoll ►11,
from facilities
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Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source Cause — RM1's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead Swine production 11 Vegetative or wooded buffers
LR" tecomluended best management practices
Good judgment and common sense
Animal body -� • Dirty manure -covered Dry floors
surfaces animals
Floor surfaces Wet manure -covered floors [:1' Slotted floors
P-4 Waterers located over slotted floors
Nlauurc cullu�:liuu
Ails
- llrinc -
• Partial microbial
decomposition
• Volatile bases --
• Dust
111 lour sui tat-cs 1)usl
rl Feeders at high end of solid floors
(.1 Scrape manure buildup from floors
Cl Underfloor ventilation for drying
rT Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge,
or scrape
Cl t Inderfloor ventilation
l-Fan maintenance
r� Efficient air movement
I Washdown between groups of animals --
f`I Feed additives
CI feeder covers
CI Deed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
covers
Flush tauh ; Agilaliun 01"'cuc-led lagoon f"I Flush lank covers --
liquid while larks are filling, f-I Extend fill lines to near bottom of tanks with
anti -siphon vents

Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Soul-ce Cause X BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Manure tracked onto Poorly maintained access Farm access road maintenance
public roads from roads
farm access
Additional information:
Swine Manure Management; .0200 Rule/BMP Packet
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Komedies; EBAE Fact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: 11il Recharge —Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
Swine h-whtction Facility Manure Management: I)uderfloor F1ush—Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Design and Management for Livestock Manure "treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-83
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application I?eluipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; VI]1-33
Ftivijonnicniul Assurance; Program; NI'I'C Manual
t p0ons Itir Managing Odor; a report from the Swine t ldor Task Force
Nuismice Cimucnis in Animal Manure K4anagemcnt: Odors and Flies; PRO107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
Available From:
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSII—BAE
NCSIJ—I3A1's
NCSU—BAE
NCSU—BAE
NCSI1—IIAE
NCSU—Swine
Extension
N.C. Pork Producers Assoc.
NCSU Agricultural Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension

Version —November 26,2018
Mortality Management Methods
Indicate which me(hod(s). will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by -the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground. within 24 hours of knowledge of animal.
death. The must be atleast 300 feet from any flowing stream or public body of Water
F-1 - F7 Y. -
(G.S.106-403). The *bottom of the burial pit should beat least one foot above the seasonal
high water table. Attach burial location Map and plan.
Landfill at municipal solid-w-ast.e facility permitted by -NC DtOprider-GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Rendering at:a rendering plant licensed under G.S. _ 106-168.7.
Complete. incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C'.01 02.
El a
A composting system approved and permitted by -the NC Department of Agriculture & Con-
suffier Services Veterinary Division (affach-copy .of permit). [f'cbmp'ibstisdistributed 6ff�farr-h,
additional requireinlein . ts must be Met'an'd a permit is -required from NC DEQ.
ain the case of dead poultry only, plac ing ln� a disposal Oft of a size and design approv.ed'hy the
F-1 NC beparim4nt of -Agriculture &: Consumer Services (P.SA 06-549.70).
a a Any method which, in the professional opinion of the State. Veterinarian,. Would make possible.
the salvage of part bf % a dead animal's Value. Without endangering human. or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian Must b.e.att6ched).
Mass Mortality- Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms: covered:by'an'NPDES. perrink.. These plans are
also recommended for 'all ahirrial openAtl6nis.. This plan outlines ialrm-specific Mortality Man-
a0ementmethodsto be used for'mass-mortalfty. Th6-NCDA&CS Veterinary- Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortalftydisposal options; contact the Division for gqidance,
• A catastro -disp I I- part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
. catastrophic Mortality ' osa pan is
when numbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.'
• Burial "Must be done in- accordance With NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Divisicih "utations and guidance.
• Mass buria
l 1 sites aresubject to additional permit conditions (refer to facility's anima
waste management system permit).
• in the event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may. enact
additional temporary procedures or measures fdrdisposal according to G.S. 106-399.4.
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SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE
LOCATION
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CONTRACTOR
EARTHWORK COMPUTATION SHEET
OWNER
SITE NO.
DATE
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CU. YDS. I CU. YDS.
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END AREA
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SQ, FT.
DISTANCE
IN FEET
SECTION VOLUME
PRODUCTS
CU. FT. CU. YD.
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NAME: BOBBY BRADY
COUNTY: WAYNE
TYPE OPERATION; 620 FEED —FINISH
�"i1T"AL
REQUIRED VOLUME
1.4007
CU
F`F.
TOTAL
DESIGN VOLUME ME AVAILABLE
? 473 B
CU
FT
ESTIMATED:
VOLUME
OF
LA.3, i0N EXCAVATION
4E29
CU
Y S �.
VOLUME i 4i"!E
0:=
EXCAVATION FOR LINER
.:.,
TOTAL EXCAVATION
6304
CU
YDS--
VOLUME
OF
PAD FILL
0
CU
YDS
TOTAL FILL ! � ? % .DLi ' DI—'..�,
UT --FILL.. RATIO 3.55 a!
ESTIMATEDi.
VOLUME OF SANDY —CLAY FOR LINER Imo.`; 4 CU `t D
NO'T'!=
.c ENTIRE LAGOON SIDE SLOPES AND BOTTOM SHALL i ' E LINED
WITH SO+LO�D•. SC� (°(S; yNDY CLAY) 3��Y..Z. ER I AL
'4� i'•.i,�-•�%CPERSONNEL WILL NEED O i,, H_ CK THE ._. C MATERIAL.
BEFORE
DUE TO THE -iIC-H CUT —FILL RATIO MR. BRADY ""'i_.ANS T'fD
STOCKPILE EXCESS MATERIAL TO Sr USED !'=iR0?.'ND THE FARM
AS NEEDEDn
TOP Cf DAM ELEVATION 49.7
PIPE INVERT ELEVATION 48 . 0-
BOTi OFF! ELEVATION 39.7
*EXCAVATION AND FILL VOLUMES HAVE
NOT BEEN CHECKED OR VERIFIED BY
TUF SnTY CONSERVATION SERVICE

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L rator:BOBBY GRADY County: WAYNE Date: 8/27/96
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner): 156 4 Ate*a/���t
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0
sows
(farrow
to
finish)
x 1417
lbs. =
0
lbs
0
sows
(farrow
to
feeder)
x 522
lbs. =
0
lbs
620
head
(finishing
only)
x 135
lbs. =
83700
lbs
0
sows
(farrow
to
wean)
x 433
lbs. =
0
lbs
0
head
(wean to
feeder)
x 30
lbs. =
0
lbs
Describe other
Total Average Live Weight = 83700 lbs
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 83700 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 83700 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
4. TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
SLUDGE ACCUMULATION NOT COMPUTED
AT OWNERS REQUEST. REMOVE SLUDGE
AS NEEDED.
Inside top length (feet)--------------------- 160.0
Inside top width (feet)---------------------- 160.0
Top of dike elevation (feet)----------------- 49.7
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet)------------ 39.7
Freeboard (feet)----------------------------- 1.0
Side slopes (inside lagoon)------------------ 3.0 : 1
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 8S/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 154.0 154.0 9.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
154.0 154.O
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
100.0 100.0
23716 (AREA OF TOP)
10000 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
127.0 127.0 64516 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
23716.0 64516.0 10000.0 1.5
Total Designed Volume Available = 147348 CU. FT.

K.
TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width =
160.0 160.0 25600.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet Describe this area.
TOTAL DA 25600.0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
5A. Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Volume = 83700 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume = 152892 gals. or 20440.1 cubic feet
50. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0.0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
5C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall = 7.0 incnes
Volume = 7.0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 14933.3 cubic feet
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5D. volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.0 inches 1 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 14933.3 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. .20440 cubic feet
58. 0 cubic fee'_
wC;. 14.933 cubic fr_e'i.:.
•`D. 14933 cubic feet
TOTAL 50307 cubic feet
6. SUMMARY
nt;:torary storage per_.ao====-_=_-_-__---_=__^=:_:•
180,
Rainfall in excess of evapor_ation===:=======.-:==::=
7.0
inches
25 year - 24 hour r infcl_ -- __-_______--__
7- -
inches
1.0
feet
Inside top lengi___..___.._-__..___.____..____._....___••.
160.0
,Fe;:;;..
Inside S__p
160.0
feet
Top of dike
49.7
feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation= =--__.==__====.._....__
39.7
feet
Total required
134007
m ft.
Actual design
=47348
cu. ft..
Seasonal high wateri_able elevation (SHWT)===>
43.3
feet
Stop pumping
46.0
feet
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev. -.=__=_---•- .
4.3.B
feet
Must be > or = to m_n, req. treatment .._ _
_
Requi red minimum treatment. volurte=°======:. ===>
3:700
cum ft.
volume at stop pumping elevStion=========z==>
B9315
r_j_t. ft.
Start pumping
48.0
feet
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual ,volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==-
132415
cu. ft.
volume at start pumping elevation===========:`
--_195
cum iti
Required volume to be pktmped==___=_=====.=_==:.=
35373
cu= it.
Actual volume planned to be pumped==========
4 361
cum ,
ft
Min. thickness of soil liner when required==.:=
; =b
feet
7. DESIGNED BY v &-9611, r'. APPROVED BY: �,��•.�
DATE: eue/ OW& DATE; SNA/9G
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS:
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
______________________________
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
180 days of temporary storage. The time required for the planned
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reached may vary
due to site conditions, wpather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists of 180 days storage for:
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the 25 year - 24 hour storm for the location.
The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals will be
fairly constant throughout the year and from year to year, but excess
rainfall will vary from year to year. The 25 year rainfall will not
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping cycle, but this storage
volume must always be available.
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of pipe(s) from
building(s). If the outlet pipe is not installed at the elevation to
begin pumping, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to indicate when pumping should begin. An elevation must be established
to stop pumping to maintain lagoon treatment depth.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply waste without
runoff or leaching.
Land application of waste water is recognized as an acceptable
method of disposal. Methods of application include solid set,
center pivot, guns, and traveling gun irrigation. Care should be
taken when applying waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be cerried out:
1. It is strongly recommended that the treatment lagoon be pre -
charged to 1/2 its capacity to prevent excessive odors during
start-up. Pre -charging reduces the concentration of the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducing odors. Solids should be
covered with effluent at all times. When precharging is complete,
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresh water should not
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see attachment)
before land application.
3. Begin temporary storage pump -out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 48.0 as marked by permanent marker. Stop pump -
out when the fluid level reaches elevation 46.0 . This temporary
storage, less 25 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 35373 cubic feet or
264593 gallons.
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SHEET 2 OF 2
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (1) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.3
inch per hour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surface runoff is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
S. Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetatet buffer around
waste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streams. Waste will
not be applied in open ditches. Do not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a well. Waste shall be applied in a
manner not to reach other property and public rignt-of-ways.
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the discharge c-
pollutants into waters of the United States. The Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Division of Environ-
mental Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this law.
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SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTE TREATMENT I._ASOONS
FOUNDATION PREPARATION
------------------------
The foundation area of the lagoon embankment and building pad shall be
cleared of trees, logs, stumps, roots;, brush, boi_ilders,sod and rubbish.
Satisfactory disposition will be made of all debris. The topsoil from
the lagoon and pad area should be stripped and stockpiled for use on
the dike and pad areas. After stripping, the four?dation area of the
lagoon embankment and building pad shall be thoroughly c �ughly loosened prior
to placing the first 'lift of fill material to get a good bond
EXCAVATION AND EARTHFILn P _OCrMEf'.'rT
---------------------------------------
T'i-;r• completed excavation and e^."arthfill shall conform m to the lines,,
,ides, and elevations shown on the -leans. Earth -ill t:lc!'i::erial Thal_
be free of material 5uC:l as sad, ro-. roz._ soil, stones__ .._
:a _nch-!es in diameter, and other Y•er objectionable material. To the extent
they are suitable, excavated materials is can be _.._sew{' as Till. The fill
shall be brought'up in approximateu, horizontal layers not to exceed 7
inches in thickness when loose and pr for' to CCJ3Y£C?•�4C%;.i:: n. Each .La'fer
will be compacted by complete coverage with the hauling and spreading
equipment or standard tamping roller or other equivalent method:
Compaction will be considered adequate when fill material is ob'ser"'*•,rrsrd
to consolidate to the point that settlement is not readily detectible.
NOTE THE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PLACEMENT OF LINERS IN THE LINER
SECTION OF THIS SPECIFICATION. The embankment of the lagoon shall be
installed using the more impervious materials from the required
excavations. Construction of fill heights shall include 5 percent for
settlement. Dikes over 15 feet in height and with an impoundment
capacity of :10 acre-feet or more fall under the jurisdiction of the NC
Dam Safety Law. The height: is defined as the difference in elevation
from the constructed height to the downstream toe of the dike.
Precautions shall, be taken during construction to prevent excessive
erasion and sedimentation
LINER2
THE MINIMUM REQUIRED THICKNESS SsHAL! BE 1.5 f _
NOTE: L ° l�EF�'� ; PAR'T I AL t=lR: r L 9LL) AFC°E �:r - r:�,-, F t,l �-!� .��T � ! i C;-iED SOILS
_' S T TaIOREPORT �O 'Lt�FfiTCr=S 0Rr0-=y ` = Mn. •^{^r T- , _
-
ENC_CUNTt=SaD � JURING CONSTRUCTI0 A TYPICAL C SECTION OF T .-E i NER
-T Y INCLUDED IN THE DES I uN CIE -(EN LINERS ARE REQUIRED BY THE SOILS REP Off= T �:
When areas of unsuitable material are encountered, they will be over -
excavated below finish grade to the specified depth as measured
perpendicular to the finish grades The foundation shall be back:filled
as specified ro grade with a SCS approved material. (ie •-- CL,SC,CH)
REFER TO THE SOILS INVESTIGATION INFORMATION IN THE PLANS FOR SPECIAL.
CONSIDERATIONS.
116,9''G -
F13m
5

SHEET ^ OF 2
Soil liner material shall came from an approved borrow area. The
minimum water content of the liner material shall be optimum moisture
content which relates to that moisture content when the soil is kneaded
in the hand it will form a ball which does not readily separate. Water
shall be added to borrow as necessary to insure proper moisture content
during placement of the liner. The moisture content of the liner .
material shall not be less than optimum water content during placement.
The maximum water content relates to the soil material being too wet
for efficient use of hauling equipment and proper compaction. Proper
compaction of the liner includes placement in.? inch lifts and
compacted to at least 90 percent of the maximum ASTM D698 Dry Unit
Weight of the liner material. When smooth or hard, the previous lift
shall be scarified and moistened as needed before placement of the ,-ext.
lift. -
The single most important factor affecting the overall compacted p;. r.. T!(=-^
ab,.lity of :., clay liner_ other than the type of clay used for the
liner, is the efficient construction processing of the compacted l _. "' er=
The sequence of equipment use and the routing � �f equipment in an estab--
lished pattern helps assure uniformity in the whole placement .and
compaction ;:..process. For most clay soils, tamping or -.;% ._. _. fP.�.a...tM. sheepsf00%
railer is he preferable type of compaction equipment.,
The soil liner =shall be protected from the discharge of wastes
pipes.
TP'tic_; can be done by using .a^?Tle type of energy rgtii i"i'l ssipn•tor-!. i"'n;"ks
or using flexible out l ett an waste pipes,,
Alternatives to soil liners are synt':,-1(_t%.c liners and bentonite sealant.
When these _. specified, additional construction specifications ar"i:
included with this Construction Specification.
CUTOFF TRENCH
A cutoff' trench shall be constructed !_rider the emI`:.=+nk'.f?tent area when
shown on a t'/pical cross section in the plans. The final depth of t1-lF:.:•
cutoff trench shall: be determined by observation of the foundation
mater ials=
VEGETATION:
All exposed embankment and other bare constructed areas shall be see
to he planned type of vegetation as _con aspossioie after construc
Lion according tothe seeding specifications, Tooso'i _. should be o a
on areas of the dike and pad to be seeded. Temporary seeding or mu ! l cl,--
-hail be used if the recommended permanent .vegetation is out of s_aso;-i
dates for seeding. Permanent vegetation should be established as soon
as possible during the next period of approver' seeding dates.
REMOVAL OF EXISTING TILE DRAINS
-------------------------------
When 'tile drains are encountered, the the will be removed to a r•.-?in7trt4.!m
of 10 feet beyond the outside toe of slope of the dike. The tile
trench shall be back.filled and compacted with good material such as
SC, CL s or CH.

U. S. Department of Agriculture
Soil Conservation Service
Landowner �No.
Communityor Group
NC-ENG-34
September 1980
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION DATA SHEET FOR XM LAGOONS
County W
'p-
Conservation Plan No.
Lagoon
Estimated Depth of Water to Top of RM Ft.
Date of Field Hazard Investigation
Length of Flood Pool 16 V Ft.
Evaluation by reach of flood plain downstream to the point of estimated minor effect
from sudden dam failure.
• . Est: Elev. :Est. Elevation
Kind of :Improvements: of Breach
Reach: Length: Width: Slope: Land Use ; Improvements ; Above :Floodwater Above
Flood Plain: Flood Plain
Ft. Ft. % Ft. Ft.
V
2
3
Describe potential for loss of life and damage to existing or probable future downstream
improvements from a sudden breach c)
o/d
Ift - n - b r e'.�c a�rP.6 AM
e (- �cdpe. .
Hazard Classification of km b, c) (see NEM-Part 520.21)
Dam Classification (I, DII i'� IV, V)
By �-zA�o r: •�
f name i (title-
Concurred By
name
title
NOTE: 1. Instructions on reverse side.
2. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Date_jjL0 IIro
Date
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TYPICAL VIEW OF A ONE-STAGP LAGOON SYSTEM
Top Widt1�
Canfineagnt Bldg.
_ Ex,sY�G So 0
308ay C— gay
W AInE C, _
Settled Top 1levation 4h.7
Pipe Invert Kleva tioii `y
ASS 35
Pit Xf� Treatmen
Lagoon
t ,
r+nfE'�zPaTE �`
IN LTAl.ZN6 NO3T MkAs
_" Pipe Z(Needs to Le adequately Depth
sppol ted) — �iN4 SDcS w/rls sc M7�Ratr .
Bottom Elevation
-- A r
NOTE; RIP -RAP, FLEXIBLE PIPE OR 6THER SUITABLE 'HATERIAL WILL DE PLACED All' PIPE OUTLETS TO PREVENT
EROSION OF CLAY LINER

U. S. ODARTMT Of AN IMTLVE W-€ is-i0
Soit C ,stun uevief Rev. 7/91
PLAN OF EXCAVATED WASTE STORAGE PIT
NAME: BnB.6V GQAUv Date: A jZ7 96
county: WAy he --
Address:
EMa1M E 60 '
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4-9.1 . AM W BEv.
b
MiD SECTION
r
r
AYE. orma mv. /
F /Leism 100' /
(sm, bm* fw vatuw aataAstians)
Use of facility: AnImAL WASTE TREA-rn�Ehr ��6con
Capacity: E i 0 7L r 0 3 Gallons i 4-Z 3 48 Ft3
Soil Type: rrbug ..
Bence, M&rk DesGr pt On M- o - -ra P o1= 8_61L O r C E M E t P Aib
8otto�
mil. Liguid Le"l
Storage for normal Frecip.
Ya xiyism Ligtdd Level
23 yr. Storm Storage
Crest ESW
max. Flow? Depth
ftesboard
Top of Dam
Elay.
39.E
Elw.
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Elrv.
(+)
=-7
Ft.
Elev.
—
(+)
-
Ft.
Ft.
Elev.
+'3.'7

8
AVS AGE GROUND
FILL
VARIABLE
SA PW MATERIAL
00 CLAY
1.5 FEET THICK
CLAY LINER
low Q�wv"
TYPICAL CROSS-SRCPION OF
LAGOON OUNSTRUCTION I WITH
Fel&
'�- 4CLAY LINER
1.5 FF T THICX CLAY
(MINIMI)
EXCAVATE THIS AREA AND
�BACKFILL WITH CLAY
EXCAVATE
�BD$ay f Ao Y
WAYnC Co.
ft
FILL
AVEXACE MiVmb
VARIABLE SANDY HATER AL
No CLAY
!•5 FEET THICK
CLAY LINER
wmw A�w�
91
AMMONAV fte"AT- N DUE TID- Lom:
AMMAGE -DRY -1w _ X tff;r WNW x DIANA= a� _ �1$0 4 CUBIC YAXD&
27 CUBIC CUBIC YARDS
NM: MIEN AREAS OF UNSUITABLE MATERIAL ARE EKOWITERED. THEY KILL NEED TO BE EXXCAVATED A MINI" OF
FEET BELOW GRADE, BACKFILLED AND COPWACTED WITH A SCS APPROVED MATERIAL (SC, CL, CH).

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Department of Resources REV. 10/95
Agriculture Conservation
Service
WASTE MANAGEMENT FACILITY SITE EVALUATION
GENERAL INFORMATION
1..e9 hAr, Jllekto
NAME e LOCATION OIL ub J1,7
201 Z. P1 LL ty-L $I- �A�� -'&A �w�
A.;I- IN 1.trA N C. 29'31. 5
TELEPHONE 46`Z—(r S7-;V7 /3 SIZE OPERATION y p-d�S.•Q
7'►PP•�5 1Q�o• u`w �
LOCATION DATA
DISTANCE FROM NEAREST RESIDENCE NOT OWNED BY PRODUCER
IS SITE WITHIN 100-YEAR FLOOD PLAIN?
If yes, SCS cannot provide assistance.
YES
77'7 oe wwy
—FT. !1 bm
,tee
_ NO_/
IS SITE AT LEAST 100 FT. FROM A "BLUE LINE" PERENNIAL
STREAM? YES ./ NO
If no, site must he relocated.
IS SITE WITHIN I MILE ZONING JURISDICTION OF A
MUNICIPALITY? YES NO ✓
If yes, landowner should consult with local zoning board about required permiks.
Permits must be obtained prior to design approval.
ARE UTILITIES IN CONSTRUCTION AREA? YES NO c/
If yes, see Part 503 of the National Enaineerint, l4anual and follow policy.
(Copies of maps or other reference materials may be attached to site evaluation.)
WETLANDS
WILL SITE INVOLVE CLEARING WOODLAND OR ANY NON -CROPLAND?
If yes, producer must complete a Form AD-1026. YES_Wf NO a00'
WILL ACTION RESULT IN SWANIPBUSTING? YES NO 1/
IF WETLANDS ARE INVOLVED, IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PRODUCER TO
CONTACT THE US ARMY CORP OF ENGINEERS AND THE DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT TO DETERMINE IF ADDITIONAL PERNMITS ARE
REQUIRED. NO WETLANDS SHOULD BE ALTERED UNTIL PRODUCER RECEIVES
WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM SCS, US ARMY CORP OF ENGINEERS AND NC DIVISION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT.
(A copy of AD-1026 and CPA-026 should he attached to site evaluation.)
ODOR CONTROL
HAS ODOR CONTROL BEEN DISCUSSED WITH PRODUCER .............
.............. PREDOMINANT WIND DIRECTION? YES ,.,-'NO
.............. POSSIBLE EXPANSION OF TREATMENT VOLUME FROM I CU.FT. UPWARDS
.............. TO 3 CU. FT.ILB. OF ANIMAL? YES NO
l
.............. PRECHARGING LAGOON WITH FRESH WATER TO AT LEAST I/2 OF THE
I ............. CAPACITY? YES ✓ NO
.............. USING GOOD SOUND JUDGMENT IN LAND APPLICATION OF
.............. WASTE? YES V NO
I Or
4-oxa D
� ?aim
. * d0,4VL4_
Ka"s 1^30,1
TO

OTHER ENVIRONAIIENTAL FACTORS
IS ENDANGERED AND/OR THREATENED SPECIES HABITAT PRESENT?
YES � NO
IS A DESIGNATED NATURAL SCENIC AREA INCLUDED IN THE PLANNING
AREA OR WILL PLANNED ACTIONS IMPACT ON AN ADJACENT NATURAL
SCENIC AREA? YES NO
IS AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORICAL SITE LOCATED IN THE PLANNED
AREA? YES NO
ARE THERE PRIME, UNIQUE, STATE OR LOCALLY IMPORTANT FARM ANDS IN THE
OPERATING UNIT.) YES ,
WILL THE ACTION RESULT IN SODBUSTING?
YES NO/
If yes to any of these questions, refer to form NC-CPA-l6 for policy sources. The form does not
need to be completed.
WASTE AIANAGEMENT
DOES PRODUCER OWN ENOUGH LAND TO PROPERLY LAND
APPLY WASTE? YES ✓ NO
IF NO, DOES PRODUCER HAVE ACCESS TO MORE LAND?
YES NO
IF LAND IS NOT OWNED BY PRODUCER, CAN PRODUCER GET AGREEMENT ON
LAND ON WHICH TO APPLY WASTE? YES NO
(Attach Waste Utilization Plan to site evaluation.)
SOIL INVESTIGATION - VALID ONLY IF SOIL INVESTIGATION SHEET ATTACHED
IS SOIL SUITABLE FOR LAGOON?
YES NO
IS A CLAY LINER REQUIRED?
YES_ NO
IF YES, IS CLAY AVAILABLE ONSITE?
YES NO
QUESTIONABLE
IS A CORE TRENCH REQUIRED?
YES NO
(Attach soil investigation sheet to site evaluation.)
IS SUBSURFACE DRAIN TILE PRESENT?
YES NO�
(If yes, tile must be removed or plugged)
QUESTIONABLE
SITE APPROVED YES / NO CONDITIONAL
COMMENTS
THIS SITE INVESTIGATION IS VALID AS LONG AS THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION
OF LAGOON CONTINUES IN REASONABLE TIME PERIOD. UNDUE DELAYS OR
HESITANCY IN CONSTRUCTION MAY REQUIRE THAT SITE EVALUATION BE
INVALIDATED.
SIGNATURE
DATE 6
Page 2 of 2

U.S.D.A. SCS-CPA-026 1. Name and Address of Person
Soil Conservation Service (June 91) Lh.Gij�e (Sf0. 11
'R ir a 6,P.3
HIGHLY ERODIBLE LAND AND WETLAND v 1"u-, /t-)C- 2,f( 3G5
CONSERVATION DETERMINATION
4...ame of USDA Agency or Person Requesting Determination
2. Date of Request (?
3. County
W
5. Farm No. and Tract No.
A-S (S 1 � ❑ A 4 7- -12 ill 5
SECTION I - HIGHLY ERODIBLE LAND
6. Is soil survey now available for making a highly erodible land determination? Yes Xi No ❑
FIELD NO.(s)
TOTAL ACRES
7. Are there highly erodible soil map units on this farm? Yes ❑ No
8. List highly erodible fields that, according to ASCS records, were used to produce an agricultural commodity in any
crop year during 1981-1985.
9. List highly erodible fields that have been or will be converted for the production of agricultural commodities and,
according to ASCS records, were not used for this purpose in any crop year during 1981-1985; and were not
enrolled in a USDA set -aside or diversion program.
10. This Hiohly Erodible Land determination was completed in the: Office Field ❑
SECTION II - WETLAND
FIELD NO.(s) I TOTAL ACRES
11. Are there hydric soils on this farm? IYes N No ❑ ? 1
12. Wetlands (W), including abandoned wetlands, or Farmed Wetlands (FW) or Farmed Wetlands Pasture (F'NP).
Wetiands may be fanned under natural conditions. Farmed Wetlands and Farmed Wetlands Pasture may be
farmed and maintained in the same manner as they were prior to Decemoer 23, 1985, as long as they are not
13. Prior Converted Cropland (PC). Wetlands that were converted prior to December 23, 1985. The use, management.
1
drainage, and alteration of prior converted cropland (PC) are not subject to the wetland conservation, provisions u6less
the area reverts to wetland as a result of abandonment.
i
14. Artificial Wetlands (AW). Artificial wetlands includes irrigation -induced wetlands. These wetlands are not subject
f
to the wetland conservation provisions.
15. Minimal Effect Wetlands (MW). These wetlands are to be farmed according to the minimal -effect agreement signed
at the time the minimal -effect determination was made.
Aitigation Wetlands (MIW). Wetlands on which a person is actively mitigating a frequently cropped area or a wetland
converted between December 23, 1985 and November 28, 1990.
17. Restoration with Violation (RVW-year). A restored wetland that was in violation as a result of conversion aiier
November 28, 1990, or the planting of an agricultural commodity or forage crop.
18. Restoration without Violation (RSW). A restored wetland converted between December 23, 1985 and
November 28,1990, on which an agricultural commodity has not been planted.
19. Replacement Wetlands (RPW). Wetlands which are converted for purposes other than to increase production,
where the wetland values are being replaced at a second site.
20. Good Faith Wetlands (GFW+year). Wetlands on which ASCS has determined a violation to be in good faith and the
wetland has been restored.
21. Converted Wetlands (CW). Wetlands converted after December 23,1985 and prior to November 28, 1990. In any
year that an agricultural commodity is planted on these Converted Wetlands, you will be ineligible for USDA benefits.
22. Converted Wetland (CW+year). Wetlands converted after November 28, 1990. You will be ineligible for USDA
program benefits until this wetland is restored.
23. Converted Wetland Non -Agricultural use (CWNA). Wetlands that are converted for trees, fish production, shrubs,
cranberries, vineyards or building and road construction.
24. Converted Wetland Technical Error (CWTE). Wetlands that were converted as a result of incorrect determination
by SCS.
25. The planned alteration measures on wetlands in fields are considered maintenance and are in compliance
with FSA.
26. The planned alteration measures on wetlands in fields are not considered to be maintenance and if
installed will cause the area to become a Converted Wetland (CW). See item 22 for information on CW+year.
27. The wetland determination was completed in the office y� field � and was delivered❑ r_nalloa to the person on " aA
2.^8,. Remarks. ,�-e,1d 5 L5 /1�a�' W0-'[a-tA_s n_ 14aL �}
- 1 r1%S ;2 pt,_ Mal
�=c�lI�+(t�u-� Ctrcq �fc���,�e.s�tlY� 0j% cDTf, Uccs .
��. 1 certify that the above determination is correct and adequare for use in determining 30. Signature of SCS District Conservationist
eligibility for USDA program benefits, and that werland hydrology, hydric soils, and
hydrophyric vegetation under normal circumstances exist on all'areas outlined as44', .J Wetlands Farmed Wetlands. and Farmed Wetlands Pasture.
Assistance and programs of the Soil Conservation Service available without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, or handicap.
SCS Copy
Date
&/41z 1

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon management should be a year-round priority. It is especially important to manage
levels so that you do. not have problems during extended rainy and wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the receiving crop is
dominant (such as wintertime for bermudagress) or when there are extended rainy spells such as a
thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means that at the first sign of, plant growth in the
later:winter / early spring, irrigation according to a farm waste management plan should. be done
whenever the land in dry enough to receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available
in the lagoon for future wet periods. In the. late summer / early fall the lagoon should be pumped
down to the low marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made
to maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and waste
utilization plan will allow f.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to irrigated does
not leave room for storing excess water during extended wet periods. Overflow from the lagoon for
any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of state law and subject to penalty
action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon. involves the. following:
Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam. Fescue or common bermudagrass
are the most common vegetative covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each
year, if needed, to maintain a vigorous stand. The amount of fertilized applied
should be based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain a
soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas should be
fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or equivalent.
Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be done by
mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping,, or a combination of these practices. This
should be done at least once a year and possibly twice in years that weather
conditions are favorable for heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: . If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not; be allowed to enter .the
lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of the lagoon
and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be checked should
include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes -- look for:
1. separation of joints .
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

Lagoon surface -- look for:
1, undesirable vegetative growth
2., floating or -lodged debris
Embankment -- look for:
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability — slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4.. erosion due to lack or vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalis, thereby weakening the lagoon
dam. A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave
action. If wave action. causes serious damage to- a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon
maybe used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon
has any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a
threat of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps -- check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need of repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that
you are not completely "surprised" by equipment. failure. You should perform your
pumping system. maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will
allow some safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is
not the time to think about switching, repairing, or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your
lagoon is full, your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an
Inventory of spare parts or pumps. .
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry'al/surface drainage
waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets, and parking lot
runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste treatment or .storage
structures. The only water that should be coming from your lagoon is that
which comes from your flushing (washing) system pipes and the rainfall that
hits the lagoon directly. You should inspect your diversion system for the
following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
& .ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical, assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an overflow problem froma surface water diversion or there may be seepage into
the lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
1. Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before waste
loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the end of the
pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during Initial filling or another
means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring -to maximize bacterial
establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a. healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon liquid
volume. This seeding should occur at least two weeks prior to the addition of
wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below 7.0, add
agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of lagoon liquid volume
until the pH rises. above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7. A dark color, lads of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate biological
activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended if these
conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the. warm season.
I
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to- a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times dally
are optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are
drained and recharged each day, also work well.

• Practice water conservation --- minimize building water usage and spillage from
leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through proper maintenance and
water conservation.
• Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This will reduce
.the amount of solids entering the lagoon.
Management:
• Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and the full
temporary storage level.
• Place visible markers or stakes on'the lagoon bank to show the minimum liquid level
and the maximum liquid level. (Figure 2-1).
• Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on nutrient
requirements and soil moisture so that temporary storage will be maximized for the
summer thunderstorm season. Similarly, irrigate in the late.summer 1 eady fall to
provide maximum lagoon storage for the winter.
• The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest point of the
dam or embankment.
• Don not -pump the lagoon liquid level lower than the permanent storage level unless
you are removing sludge.
• Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid surface and
as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
• Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation, molded
feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon.
• Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses .or
wherever they are installed.
• -Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control gear lagoon edges.
• Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment.
+ Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is full or
before it tills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
• 'If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for obtaining. and
.implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:
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• proper lagoon sizing,
• mechanical solids separation of flushed waste,
• gravity settling of flushed waste solids in an appropriately designed basin, or
• minimizing feed wastage and spillage.
Lagoon sludge that is removed annually rather than stored long term will:
• have more nutrients,
• have. more odor, and
• require more land to properly use the nutrients.
Removal techniques;
• Hire a custom applicator.
• Mix the sludge -and lagoon liquid with a chopper - agitator impeller pump through large
- bore sprinkler irrigation system onto nearby cropland; and soil incorporate.
• Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or forageland; mix
remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge applicator; haul and spread onto cropland or
forageland; and soil incorporate.
• Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or forageland;
dredge sludge from lagoon with dragline or sludge barge; berm an area beside lagoon
to receivethe sludge so that liquids can drain back into lagoon; allow sludge to
dewater; haul and spread with manure spreader onto cropland or forageland; and soil
incorporate.
Regardless of the method, you must have the sludge ' material analyzed for waste
constituents just as you would your lagoon water. The sludge will contain different
nutrient and metal values from the liquid. The application of the sludge to fields will be
limited by .these nutrients as well as any previous waste applications to that field and
crop requirement. Waste application rates will be discussed in detail in Chapter 3.
When removing sludge, you must also pay attention to the liner to prevent damage.,
Close attention by the pumper or drag -line operator will ensure that the lagoon liner
remains intact. If you see soil material or the synthetic liner material being disturbed, you
should stop the activity Immediately and not resume until you are suree that'the sludge
can be removed without liner injury. If the liner is damaged it must be repaired as soon
as possible.
Sludge removed from the lagoon has a much higher phosphorus and heavy metal
content than liquid. ' Because of this it should probably be applied to land with low
phosphorus and metal levels, as indicated by a soil test, and incorporated to reduce the
chance of erosion. Note that if the sludge is applied to fields with very high soil -test
phosphors, it should be applied only at rates equal to the crop removal of phosphorus.
As with other wastes, always have your lagoon sludge analyzed for its nutrient value.
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The application of sludge will Increase the amount of odor at the waste application site.
Extra precaution should be used to observe the wind direction and other conditions
which could increase the concern of neighbors.
Possible Causes of Lagoon Failure
Lagoon failures. result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure.
Types of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping; and breach
of the dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the.owner has the responsibility
for ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
• Modification of the lagoon structure -- an example is the placement of a pipe in the
dam without proper design and construction. (Consult an expert in lagoon design
before placing any pipes in dams.)
• Lagoon liquid levels -- high levels are a safety risk.
• Failure to inspect and maintain the dam.
• Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon.
• Liner integrity — protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage.during sludge removal, or
rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam: Once this damage starts, it can quickly cause a large
discharge of wastewater and possible dam failure.