090077_Application_20240327

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, 2024, 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, 2024.
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. Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS090077
2. Facility Name: Ray Nursery
3. Permittee's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Thomas Stanford Melvin
4. Permittee's Mailing Address: 300 Reeves Rd
City: Garland State: NC
Telephone Number: 910-385-4506 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 440 Grover Coble Rd
City: Garland State: NC
6. County where Facility is located: Bladen
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): Shannon N. Tanner
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Penn it: Operations Type
Swine - Wean to Feeder
Operation Types:
Zip: 28441-9440
Zip: 28441
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Phone No.: 910-385-4906 OIC #: 19875
Allnwahle Cnnnt
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Swine
Cattle
Dn, Poultry
Other Types
Wean to Finish
Dairy Calf
Non Laying Chickens
Horses - Horses
Wean to Feeder
Dairy Heifer
Laying Chickens
Horses - Other
Farrow to Finish
Milk Cow
Pullets
Sheep- Sheep
Feeder to Finish
Dry Cow
Turkeys
Sheep - Other
Farrow to Wean
Beef Stocker Calf
Turkey Pullet
Farrow to Feeder
Beef Feeder
Boar/Stud
Beel'Broad Cow
Wet Poultry
Gilts
Other
Non Laying Pullet
Other
Layers

;te Treatment Lagoons, Digesters and Waste Storage Ponds (WSP): (Fill/Verify the following information.
ke all necessary corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Structure Type
(Lagoon/Digester/
WSP)
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
I
Lagoon
I/l/1994
Full, clay
148,519.00
27,000.00
19.00
I
Lagoon
19.00
Submit one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed
application as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.1OC(d), either by mailing to the address below or sending it via
email to the email address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), signed by the owner and a certified technical specialist, 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, solids separators, sludge drying system, waste transfers, etc.)
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 143-215.613, 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.)
Print the Name of the Perm ittee/Landowner/S ign ing Official and Sign below. (If multiple Landowners exist, all landowners
should sign. If Landowner is a corporation, signature should be by a principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name (Print): S V'CAVI`V\ Title: 010 ntlf_
Signature:
Date: 03'Zi� IZ
Name (Print): Title:
Signature: Date:
Name (Print): Title:
Signature: Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
E-mail: [e-mail]
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
4 PRODUCER: Ray Nursery
LOCATION: 1280 Parkersburg Rd.
Garland, NC
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TYPE OPERATION: wean - feeder
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 2600
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste 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 t
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 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. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
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. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
21-1.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons ft tons etc.)
2,600 animals X 0.42 (tons) waste/animal/year = 1,092 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
2,600 animals X 0.48 lbs. PAN/animal/year - 1,248 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C.
Guide Std. 633) Tech
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
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field* Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic Vield expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land [see
Required Specification 2])
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre* Utilized Appiicaiion
Total
See footnote for Table 1
Totals from above Tables
Acres
Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1 18.11 2,375
Table 2
2,375
Total 18.11
4,750
Amount of N Produced
1,248
Surplus or Deficit
(3,502)
NOTE: 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 nutrient or other elements.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No. Rate (In/Hr) Amount In.
6
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Row Crops
0.4
.5-1
7
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Row Crops
0.4
.5-1
8
We/Gb
Row Crops
0.4
.5-1
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
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 instance should the volume of
waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation "see lagoon design.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or Soil
and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for assistance in
determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to applying the
waste.
Narrative of operation:
Acres shown for fields 7 and 8 based on irrigation design for a solid set irrigation system.
All other fields irrl ated withportable Pipe and hard hose traveller.
Any of the crops listed may be grown.
An interem crop of small rain may be grown behind soybeans on any of the crop land shown.
This crop must be harvested for ha rlor to planting corn. A 50#PAN rate should be used with
a irri ation window of Sept. - A ril.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
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.
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 the 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).
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
g 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.)
Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that runoff
does not occur offsite or to 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.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
1
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).
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 the 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, drainageways, 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 shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that courses no runoff or drift from the site.
16 Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
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 evidence 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 vegetables 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 animal waste
00 during the crop season.
21 Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and 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 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
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Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
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0 WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Fart: Ray Nursery
Owner / Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures 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 Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to 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 DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Tommy Melvin
(Please print)
Signature:
Name of Manager (If different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Kraig A. Westerbeek
Affiliation: Murphy Family Farms
Address (Agency): P.O. Box 759
Signature:
0
Rose Hill, NC 28458
Date: -la
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a WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION AGREEMENT
(Needed only if additional land has to be leased, etc.)
1, , hereby give
permission to apply animal waste from his Waste Utilization System on acres
of my land for the duration of time shown below.
I understand that this waste contains nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, and other
trace elements and when properly applied should not harm my land or crops. I also
understand that the use of waste will reduce my needed for commercial fertilizer.
Adjacent Landowner:
Date:
0 Waste Producer: Date:
0
Technical Representative:
SWCD Representative:
Date:
Date:
Term of Agreement: 119 to 120
(Minimum of Ten Years on Cost Shared Items)
(See Required Specification No. 2)
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Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
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GoA
Corn
138
6.00
828
March - July
T2264
6
GoA
Wheat
120
6.00
720
Sept. - April
T2264
6
GoA
Soybeans
120
6.00
720
May - Sept.
T2264
6
GoA
Sorghum
116
6.00
696
June - Sept
T2264
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Corn
120
5.11
613.2
March - Jul
T2264
7
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Wheat
110
5.11
562.1
Sept. - April
T2264
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Soybeans
120
5.11
613.2
May - Sept.
T2264
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Sorghum
81
5.11
413.91
June - Sept
T2264
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We-Gb
Corn
95
7.00
665
March -Jul
T2264
8
We-Gb
Wheat
96
7.00
672
Sept. - April
T2264
8
We-Gb
Soybeans
120
7.00
840
May - Sept.
T2264
8
We-Gb
Sorghum
81
7.00
567
June - Sept
T2264
4
GoA
Corn
120
6.02
722.4
March - Jul
T2264
4
GoA
Wheat
110
6.02
662.2
Sept. - April
T2264
4
GoA
Soybeans
120
6.02
722.4
May - Sept.
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GoA
Sorghum
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System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,.
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the:
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure:
results in smaller droplets, greater potential fDr drift, and- accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged.
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to.
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow ar
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount -
without having to perform additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughour the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction
of pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers -
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation -
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
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Proper lagoon liquid 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 dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagrass) or when there are
extended rainy spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This mean
that at the first signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation accordingto-
a faun waste management plan should be done whenever the land is dry enough to
receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for fut=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-
mainrain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and waste:
utilization plan will allow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
irrigate 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 fertilizer 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
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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 of 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 sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon dam_
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by waveaction- If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the.lagoorr may be -
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
constriction 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 orrepair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated. frequently enough so thatyou.
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 somef
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. fall,
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 all 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 thatshould 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
3. ridge berm height
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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 WM
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- irr
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an inflow problem from a 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 bam 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 occour 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, lack 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.
Loading: -
The -more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the betterthe-
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily -are:
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained -
and -recharged each day, also work well.
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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
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 lever (Figure.21)_
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so d=*temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early 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.
Do not pump the -lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the7liquicL
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage orvegetation;,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon -
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinementhouses:or-
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near 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 fills 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.-&
pollutant discharge.
SludgeRemoval:
4 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 receive the 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 sure 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 phosphores, 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.
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.
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PHONE NUMBERS
jbDIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ) T6
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS) CCU S?Ga - �7� a
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) gab Oro a
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) co qG a - �-
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) cv 6
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 you property to consider that you have a problem. You. should: make every
effort to ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in- art accessible:
location for all' employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should.
take -
Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may ore: may not be -
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwa_
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
�. a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that cause the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include: _
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
C. Make sure siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid_ separators.
E Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often thin is- seepage as: opposed_
to flowing leaks -possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch from the embankmentto-catch-all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon..
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap . or- remover animals and: fill'
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition ofthe-.side: walls:and:lagoorr
bottom as soon as possible.
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2. Assess the extent of the spill and 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 notes, 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 the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies..
a. During normal business hours call your DWQ regional office; Phone --.. After,
hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should include: your
name, facility number, telephone number, the details of the incidentfrom item Z
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction ofmovemenrof
the spill, weather and wind. conditions. The corrective measures that -have been
under taken, and the seriousness of the sitution.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number..
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Helath Department.
d. Contact CEs, phone number - , local SWCD office phone- number --, and local
NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -.
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriffs Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
65. Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair or 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:
?. Implement procedures as'advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies -to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste managment plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
01,
Z
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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 expertin
lagoon design before Pig any Pipw in darns:)
Lagoon liquid levels —high. level&am 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.
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INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Murce Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
(Liquid Systems)
Rush Gutters Accumulation of- solids
(f Rush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated
oilds from gutters as designed.
Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids
eintain lagoons, settling basins and
pits where pest breeding is apparent to
minimize the crusting of solids to a depth
of no more than 6-8 inches over more than
30% 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.
(Dry Systems)
Feeders Feed Spillage O Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the accumulation
of decaying wastage.
() Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
interval during summer; 1 5-30 day interval during winter)-
Wstorage Accumulations of feed residues
Animal Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wanes
and feed wastage
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() 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
brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
products).
() Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed -
Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and other locations where waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animals is minimal.
(1 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).
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Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes
stems
() Remove spillage, on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
interval during. summer. 15 30 days interval during
winter) where manure is loaded for land application
or disposal.
() Provide for adequate drainage around. manurastoclpJas_
() Inspect for and removaorbreak up- accumulated
in-filter stripes around stockpiles .and manure-hard6n¢
areas as needed_
The issues checked() pertain to=this operation.. The landowner/integrator agrees to' use: sound judgmentimapplying
insect control measures as. practical.
I certify the aforementioned insect control Best Management- Practices have been -reviewed with me_
(Landowner Signature)
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For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology. Box 7613,. North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
27695-7613.
AMIC—November11, 1996
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