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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Marvin Wall
Athena Farms
6911 Sandy Creek Church Road
Staley, NC 27355
Dear Marvin Wall:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RECFIVED
November 10, 2000 N. C. L) e p t• o t E H N R
D E C 0 4 2000
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Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS760039
Athena Farms
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Randolph County
In accordance with your application received on February 13, 2000, we are forwarding this Certificate of
Coverage (COC) issued to Marvin Wall, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste
collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with General Permit
AWG100000. This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to,
the management of animal waste from the Athena Farms, located in Randolph County, with an animal
capacity of no greater than 100 Farrow to Feeder and the application to Iand as specified in the Certified
Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP).
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until April 30, 2003. Pursuant to this COC, you
are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC, with no discharge of wastes to
surface waters. An adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required monitoring data and
operational information must be established for this farm. Any increase in waste production greater than
the certified design capacity or increase in number of stocked animals above the number authorized by
this COC'will require a modification to the CAWMP and this COC and shall be completed prior to
actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
Upon notification by the Division of this COC's expiration, you shall apply for its renewal. This request
shall be made within 30 days of notification by the Division.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 'telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Certificate of Coverage AWS760039
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This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the DWQ prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual non -discharge permit by contacting the engineer listed below for information on
this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
The subject farm is located in the Winston-Salem Regional Office. The Regional Office Water Quality
Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning this COC or the
General Permit, please contact Don Friday at [phone] ext. 533.
Kerr T. Stevens
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Randolph County Health Department
Winston-Salem Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Randolph County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File
NDPU Files

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Non -Discharge Permit Application Form
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
General Permit - Existing Animal Waste Operations
The following questions have been completed utilizing information on file with the Division. Please review the
information for completeness and make any corrections that are appropriate. If a question has not been completed by
the Division, please complete as best as possible. Do not leave any question unanswered.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1.1 Facility Name: Athena Farms
1.2 Print Land Owner's name: Marvin Wall
1.3 Mailing address: 6911 Sandy Creek Church Road
City, State: Staley NC Zip: 27355
Telephone Number (include area code): 622-4810
1.4 County where facility is located: Randolph
1.5 Facility Location (Directions from nearest major highway. Please include SR numbers for state roads. Please include a copy
of a county road map with the location of the farm identified): From Hwy 49 North, turn left onto Sandy Creek Church
Road. Continue and turn right onto Wall Road. Farm is located less than I mile on the right at the rear of two chicken
houses.
1.6 Print Farm Manager's name (if different from Land Owner):
1.7 Lessee's / Integrator's name (if applicable; please circle which type is listed):
1.8 Date Facility Originally Began Operation:
1.9 Date(s) of Facility Expansion(s) (if applicable):
2. OPERATION INFORMATION:
2.1 Facility No.: 76 (county number); 39 (facility number).
2.2 Operation Description: Swine_ operation
Farrow to Feeder
100- Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct? yes; 0 no. If no, correct below using the design capacity of the facility
The "No, of Animals" should be the maximum number for which the waste management structures were designed.
Type of Swine No. of Animals Type of Poultry No. of Animals Type of Cattle No. of Animals
0 Wean to Feeder 0 Layer. 0 Dairy
0 Feeder to Finish 0 Non -Layer 0 Beef
0 Farrow to Wean (# sow) 0 Turkey
0 Farrow to Feeder (# sow)
0 Farrow to Finish (# sow)
Other Type of Livestock on the farm: No. of Animals:
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3.
2.3 Acreage cleared and available for application (excluding all required buffers and areas not covered by the application
system): 20 • Required Acreage (as listed in the AWMP): 12.7
2.4 Number lagoons storage ponds (circle which is applicable):
2.5 Are subsurface drains present within 100' of any of the application fields? YES or NO (please circle one)
2.6 Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity or under the lagoon(s)? YES or NO (please circle one)
2.7 Does this facility meet all applicable siting requirements? (Swine Farm Siting Act, NRCS Standards, etc.) (Swine Only)
YES r NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facility's swine houses and lagoon were sited? / / / A g _
What was the date that this facility's land application areas were sited? _ I I9 Zq 9
REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
Please indicate that you have included the following required items by signing your initials in the space provided next to each
item.
Applicants Ini ials
3.1 One completed and signed original and one copy of the application for General Permit - Animal
Waste Operations;
3.2 Two copies of a general location map indicating the location of the animal waste facilities and
field locations where animal waste is land applied;
3.3 Two copies of the entire Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If the facility
does not have a CAWMP, it must be completed prior to submittal of a general permit application
for animal waste operations.
The CAWMP must include the following components. Some of these components may not
have been required at the time the facility was certified but should be added to the
CAWMP for permitting purposes:
3.3.1 The Waste Utilization Plan (WUP) must include the amount of Plant Available
Nitrogen (PAN) produced and utilized by the facility.
33.2 The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation,
injection, etc.)
3.3.3 A map of every field used for land application.
3.3.4 - The soil series present on every land application field.
3.3.5 The crops grown on every land application field.
3.3.6 The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP.
3.3.7 The PAN applied to every land application field.
3.3.8 The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP.
3.3.9 The required NRCS Standard specifications.
3.3.10 A site schematic.
3.3.11 Emergency Action Plan.
3.3.12 Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
3.3.13 Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
3.3.14 Mortality Control Checklist with the selected method noted.
3.3.15 Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.). Please be
sure to include any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications
that may be applicable to your facility.
3.3.16 Operation and Maintenance Plan.
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the
additional components with your submittal.
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Facility Number: 76 - 39
Facility Name: Athena Farms
4. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
I,ex/Lsrryl.f (Land Owner's name listed in question 1.2), attest that
this application for a Ate, r_az�� (Facility name listed in question I.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate 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.
Signature
Date
5. MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land Owner),
I,
(Manager's name listed in question 1.6), attest that this
application for (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
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 as incomplete.
Signature
Date
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS,
SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FAX NUMBER: [phone]
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Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste RrKENED
This plan has been prepared for:
Athena Farms
Marvin Wall
6911 Sandy Creek Church Rd,
Staley, NC 27355-
336-622-4811
10-10-2000
OCT 2 5 2000
This plan has beerAgLvfL%W*;.iX.-IT
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241 Sunset Avenue, Suite 105
Asheboro, NC 27203
336 629-4449, Ext. 3
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Developer Signature ...,.
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance
procedures established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste
utilization plan for the farm named above. I have read and understand the Required
Specifications concerning animal waste management that are included with this plan,
Signature (owner)
Signature (manager or producer)
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Date
Date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of
Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices adopted
by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By:
Technical Specialist Signature
Date
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Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the
following source(s):
Comrnercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
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Swine Farrow -Feeder Lagoon Liquid waste generated 386,100 gaWyear b
a 100 animal Swine Farrow -Feeder Lagoon Li uid operation. This
production facility has waste sto2ge capacities of approximate!approxirnate!y 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
596
Incorporated
1024
Injected
1128
Irrigated
648
Actual PAN Applied
Year 1 1179
Notes:
In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source.
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Narrative
This plan has been revised to address the application rate of nitrogen on fescue pasture. This rate has been
corrected and is the most current rates that are available. There are 16.9 acres established in fescue in
fields 1 and 2 for this operation. Because of field shape, buffers, and irrigation system layout there is
approximately 7.3 acres of effective coverage. This operation has a lagoon with 180 days of temporary
storage. Effluent from the lagoon will be applied to the fescue by irrigation using a solid set system with
Nelson F 100 guns. The effective area of coverage of the irrigation system will utilize all nutrients
produced by this operation. Sludge will need to be removed from the system every 5-10 years. A waste
analysis will need to be taken prior to application.
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The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres of cropland
needed to use the nutrients being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements, and proper
tinting of applications to maximize nutrient uptake.
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the crop being grown and an estimate of the nitrogen amount being supplied by manure or other
by-products, commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each field in order to
supply the indicated quantity of nitrogen from each source is also included.
A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure applied is included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provides for the utilization of the
manure generated by the operation. Animal operations that generate liquid waste and utilize waste storage facilities (lagoons or holding ponds) may apply more or
less waste in any given year than is annually generated by the facility. In order to determine whether the plan adequately utilizes the waste produced by the facility,
the storage capacity table included in this plan should be reviewed to ensure that the design capacity of the storage facility is not exceeded during the planning period.
Depending on the requirements of the crop and the nutrient content of the waste, some nutrients will likely be over or under applied if animal waste is being utilized
Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle and annual soil tests are required if animal waste is being applied Soil tests should be used to balance the
nutrient application amounts with the realistic yields of the crop to be grown. Nutrient management plans may require that the application of animal waste be limited
so as to"prevent over application of phosphorous when excessive levels of this nutrient are detected in a field
Waste Utilization Table
Year i
Tract
Field
Source
I.D.
Soil Series
Total
Acre
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
RYE
Unit
Applie.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
Comm.
Fort.
Nutrient
Applied
Res.
(lbs/A)
I N
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
Ibs/A
1000
AWA
tons
1000 gob
tons
6118
1
S 11
APPLING
9.51
0.61
Fescue Pasture
5.4
Tons
9/1-7/31
1 179
0
0
Irri .
179
106.7
0.0
64.0
0.0
6118
2
S11
I CECIL
12.31
6.7
1 Fescue Pasture
4.8
Tons
8/1-7/31
160
01
D
1 [Trig,
160
95.3
0.0
638"7
0.0
Lagoon Liquids
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
703
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
386
Balance 1000 gallons
-317
Manure Solids
'total Applied, tons
0
Total Produced, tons
0
Hahmoe, tons
0
Notes: 1. In the tract column, symbol -- means leased, othe wisc, owned. 2. Symbol * means user entered data.
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The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table. Infiltration
rate varies with soils. If applying waste nutrients through an irrigation system, you must apply at a rate
that will not result in runoff. This table provides the maximum application rate per hour that may be
applied to each field selected to receive wastewater. It also lists the maximum application amount that
each field may receive in any one application event.
Irrigation Application Factors
Tract
Field
Soil Series
Application Rate
inches/hour
Application Amount
inches
6118
I
1 APPLING
0.45
1.00
6118
2
1 CECIL
0.40
1.00
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The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for
sludge utilization for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen
concentrations for each source, the number of animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application rates
shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effluent. At
clean out, this material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the
priority nutrient is nitrogen but other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since
nutrient levels are generally very high, application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not be
used for sludge application. If this is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields with
high amounts of copper and zinc so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface water
moving to streams and lakes, phosphorous is a concern. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also be a
concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Crop
Maximum
PA-N Rate
lb/ac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 al/ac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
1 15 Years Accumulation
Swine Farrow -Feeder Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
1501
13.16
3.57
7.14
10.71
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
3001
26.32
1.79
3.57
5.36
Soybean 40 bu
1601
14.04
3.35
6.70
10,04
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage
capacity available at the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the
design storage capacity in days minus the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start
date is a value entered by the user and is defined as the date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in
the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or holding pond is equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design
storage capacity of the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage capacity,
this indicates that the plan calls for the application of nutrients that have not yet accumulated. If available
storage capacity is negative, the estimated volume of accumulated waste exceeds the design storage volume
of the structure. Either of these situations indicates that the planned application interval in the waste
utilization plan is inconsistent with the structure's temporary storage capacity.
Available Waste Storage Capacity
Source Name
Swine Farrow -Feeder Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Ca ci (Da s
Start Date
1 / l
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Ca aci
1
1
117
1
2
180
1
3
180
1
4
150
1
5
119
1
6
89
1
7
58
1
8
180
1
9
180
1
10
149
1
11
119
1
12
88
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
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 that reaches surface
water is prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design fold 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 the waste, he/she shall provide evidence 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
waste production facility to secure an update of the Nutrient Management
Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of
animals, method of application, receiving crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs
for realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture, historical
data, climatic conditions, and level of management, unless there are
regulations that restrict the rate of applications 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 eroding at more than 5 tons per acre
per year but less than 14 tons per acre per year provided grass filter
strips are installed where runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field
Office Technical Guide Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste
application. Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift
from the land application field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, waste will
be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When waste is
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 such that runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a
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method which does not cause drift from the site during application. No
ponding should occur in order to control odor and flies.
S. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall
events, or when the soil 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. Nutrients from waste 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 canal. Animal waste,
other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995,
shall not be applied closer that 25 feet to perennial waters.
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 a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be
applied to prior converted cropland provided the fields 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 ar agronomic rates in a manner that causes not runoff or drift
from site.
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16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown 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
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 includesvegetables 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 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 nutrient, unless other restrictions require
waste to be applied based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower
application rate than a nitrogen based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the
soils shall be monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when these
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metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted and maintained for
optimum crop production. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for a minimum of five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall
be maintained for a minimum of three years. Waste application records
for all other waste shall be maintained for a minimum of rive years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
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Crop Notes
The following crop note applies to field(s): 1, 2
Fescue: Piedmont
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Piedmont, tall fescue can be planted Aug. 20 to Oct. 10 (best) and Feb. 15 to Mar. 20. For
pure -stand broadcast seedings use 20 to 30 lb/ac., for drilled use 15 to 20 lb/ac. seed. Use certified seed to
avoid introducing weeds or annual ryegrass. Plant seed 0.25" to 0.5" deep for pure stands, 0.25" in mixture
with clovers. Soil test for preplant and maintenance lime, phosphorus, and potassium recommendations.
Apply 40 to 60 lb/ac nitrogen at planting for pure stands only. Do not apply N for mixtures with clovers
but use proper'legume inoculation techniques. Apply 150 to 200 lb/ac. N to pure -stand fescue for hay
production; reduce N rates by 25% for grazing. Apply N Feb. 1 to Mar. 20 and Aug. 20 to Sept. 30, with
equal amounts,in each window. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of
Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for additional information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
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WASTE, UTILIZATION PLAN
Producer: Marvin Wall
Location: 6911 Sandy Creek Church Road,Staley, NC 27355
Telephone: [phone]
Type Operation:. Farrow - to - Feeder
Number of Animals: 100
(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 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 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 acre 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
2H.021 i adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft, tons, etc.)
100 animals x 0.14 ac-in waste/animal/year = 14.0 ac-in/ ear
TOTAL AMOUNT OF WASTE: 380,156 gallons of waste/year
Total Amount of Plan Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
1.66 lbs. PAN/100 gals x 380,156 gals/year = 631 lbs. PAN/year
(PAN from N. C. Tech. Guide Std. 633)
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 l: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract
#
Field
#
Soil
Type
Crop
Lbs. N*
Per Ac.
Acres
Lbs. N
Utilized
Month of
Application
6118
1
ApB
Fescue
(RYE)
4.8 x 37.5 =
180
0.6
108
Sept. - Nov.
Feb. - April
2
CcB
Fescue
3.8 x 37.5 =
143
6.7
958
Sept. - Nov.
Feb. - April
yr d
"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 yield 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 Carolina 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
Type
Crop
Lbs. N*
Per Ac.
Acres
Lbs. N
Utilized
Month of
Application
* See Footnote for Table 1.
TOTAL N/A
TOTALS FROM ABOVE TABLES
ACRES Lbs. N Utilized
Table 1 7.3 1066
Table 2 0 0
TOTAL 7.3 1066
Amount of N Produced 631
Surplus or Deficit - 435
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See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
Field No.
Acres
Soil Type
Crop
Maximum Applicat.
Rate
(In.IHr.)
Maximum
application amount
per irrigation (Inches)
1
0.6
ApB
Fescue
0.45
0.75.
2
6.7
CcB
Fescue
0.40
0.75
THIS TABLE 19 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 EIevation 96.8
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:
There are 16.9 acres established in fescue in fields 1 and 2 for this operation. Because of field
shape, buffers, and irrigation system layout there is approximately 7.3 acres of effective
coverage. This operation has a lagoon with 180 days of temporary storage. Effluent from the
lagoon will be applied to the fescue by irrigation using a solid set system with Nelson F100
guns. The effective area of coverage of the irrigation system will utilize all the nutrients
produced by this operation. Sludge will need to be removed from the system every 5-10 years.
A waste analysis will need to run on this material prior to application and a waste utilization plan
prepared for the sludge. Additional fields will probably be needed for proper utilization.
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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.
Illegal discharges are subject to the assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day
by the Division of Environmental Management for every day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer
either owns or has long term access to adequate land on which to properly apply the
waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he
shall provide NRCS with a copy of a written agreement (sample enclosed) with a
landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land
for waste application for the life expectancy of the production facility. 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, climate conditions,
and level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of
application for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (RS)
or an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be
no greater than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used
where runoff leaves the field. These filter strips will be in addition to "Buffers"
required by DEM. [See FOTG Standard 393 - Filter Strips and Standard 390 (Interim)
- Riparian Forest Buffers.]
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when the wind is blowing.
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" in the Technical Reference - Environment file for guidance.]
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATION
(Continued)
7. 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 conditions conducive to odor or flies and provide uniformity of application.
S. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when
the surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall not be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that no
more than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf area is covered.
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
on bare soil.
11. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to surface water. This distance
may be reduced for waters that are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter
strips are present. [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 a 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 should 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 causes 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. Lagoons and other uncovered waste containment structures must maintain a maximum
operating level to provide adequate storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in
addition to the one (1) foot mandatory freeboard.
18. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and 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.
Lagoon berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion,
leakage, or discharge.
19.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.
20. 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.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
NAME OF FARM: Athena Farms
OWNER/MANAGER AGREEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specification 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 wasters of the state from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24
hour storm. The approved plan will be filled 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: Marvin Wall
(Please print)Qj
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Signature:_ i an- - � ai Date: I �Pe
Name of Manager (If different from owner): same as above
Signature: Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please Print) B. Barton Roberson
Affiliation: USDA - NRCS
Address (Agency): 241 Sunset Avenue
Federal Building, Suite 105
Signature:
te:
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iNurKfz t.urVL[ nu LL L(rtit r- L tcrti&vr; a G I VLI.G
A 1-Waste Management,.,..,-.
Biological and Agricultural Engineering North Carolina State University
LMSTOCK WASTE SAMPLING, ANALYSIS AND CALCULATION
OF LAND APPLICATION RATES
,lames C. Barker*
I. SAMPLE COLLECTION
A. Semi -Solid Lot Manure
L. Scraped directly from lot into spreader
a. From loaded spreader, collect about 2 lbs of manure from
different locations using nonmetallic collectors.
ii. From storage
a. Collect about 2 lbs of manure from under the surface crust
avoiding bedding materials and using nonmetallic collectors.
B. Liquid Manure Slurry
i. Under -slotted -floor pit
a. Extend a 1/2" nonmetallic conduit open on both ends into
manure to pit floor.
b. Seal upper end of conduit (e.g., by placing a thumb over and
of conduit)' trapping manure that has entered lower end, remove
and empty slurry into plastic bucket or nonmetallic container.
c. Take subsamples from 5 or more locations or at least I quart.
d. Mix and add about 3/4 pint to nonmetallic sample container.
ii. Exterior storage basin or tank
a. Make sure manure has been well mixed with a liquid manure
chopper -agitator pump or propeller agitator.
b. Take subsamples from about 5 pit locations, from agitator pump
or from manure spreader and place in a plastic bucket.
* Professor and Extension Specialist, Biological, and Agricultural Engineering
Department, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC.

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c. Mix and add 3/4 pint to a nonmetallic sample container.
C. Lagoon Liquid
is Collect about 3/4 pint of recycled lagoon liquid from inflow pipe
to flush tanks in a nonmecallic sample container.
ii. From lagoon
a. Place a small bottle (1/2 pint or less)'on and of 10-15' pole.
b. Extend bottle 10-15' away from bank edge.
C. Brush away floating scum or debris.
d. Submerge bottle within 1' of liquid surface.
e. Empty intoa plastic bucket, repeat about 5 times around
lagoon, mix, -and add 3/4 pint to nonmetallic sample container.
D: Broiler or Turkey Littet
i. House litter
a. Visually inspect litter for areas of varying quality, e.g.,
areas around feeders and waterers, and estimate percent of
floor surface in each area.
b. Take about 5 litter subsamples at locations proportionate to
item a: E.g., if 20% of litter of similar visual quality is
around feeders and waterers, take 1 subsample there and the
other 4 subsamples from remainder of floor surface.
c. At each location, collect litter from a 6" by 6" area down to
earth floor and place in a plastic bucket.
d. After 5 subsamples have been added.to the bucket, mix, and add
about 2-3 lbs litter to a nonmetallic sample container such as
a 1-gallon freezer bag and seal.
ii. From stockpile
a. Take subsamples from about 5 locations at least 18" into pile.
b. Mix, add 2-3 lbs to nonmetallic sample container and seal.

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II. SA21PLE PREPAR ON AND TRANSFER
A. Place sample into an expandable container that can be sealed. Rinse
residues from container with clean water but do not use disinfectants,
soaps, or treat in any other way.
B. Pack sample in ice, refrigerate, freeze, or transfer to lab quickly.
C. Hand -delivery is most reliable way of sample transfer.
D. If mailed, protect sample container with packing material such as
newspaper, box or package with wrapping paper, and tape.
E. Commercial sample containers and mailers are also available. Contacts:
i. AFL Eastern Agricultural Lab, Inc, iii. Polyfo= Packers Corp.
7621 Whitepine Road 2320 S. Foster Avenue
Richmond, VA 23237 Wheeling, IL 60090
Ph: [phone] Ph: [phone]
ii. Fisher Scientific Co. iv. NASCO
3313 Winton Road 901 Janesville Avenue
Raleigh, NC 27604 Fort Atkinson, WI 53538
Ph: [phone] Ph: [phone]
F. Private analytical labs are available, but: sample analyses are costly.
G. The NCDA provides this service for North Carolina residents.
L. Address: North Carolina Department of Agriculture
Agronomic Division
Plant/Waste/Solution Advisory Section
Blue Ridge Road Center
P..O. Box 27647
Raleigh, NG 27611
Ph: [phone]
Attn: Dr. Ray Campbell
ii. Forward $4 along with the sample.
iii. Include the following identification information with sample:
a. Livestock species (dairy, swine, turkey, etc.)
b. Livestock usage (swine -nursery, finishing; turkey -breeders,
brooderhouse, grower, number flocks grown on litter; etc.)
c. Waste type (dairy -lot scraped manure, liquid slurry; swine -pit
slurry, lagoon liquid, sludge; broiler -house litter, stockpile
iv. Routine analyses performed on all samples: N, P, R, Ca, Mg, Na,
S, Fe, Mn, Zn, Cu, B
v. Additional analyses performed upon request: DM, Mo, Cd, Ni, Pb

RANDOLPH COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PROJECT/FARM: MARVIN WALL - ATHENA FARMS
DATE: 1-8-98
• Contact the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural
Resources - Division of Water Quality - Winston-Salem Regional Office at (910)
771-4600 if the problem occurs Monday through Friday between 8:00am and
5:00pm. If the problem occurs outside of those hours contact the State of North
Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety - Division of Emergency
Management - Raleigh at 1-800-662-7956 or [phone]. Provide the following
information:
FACILITY NAME: Athena Farms
LOCATION: 6911 Sandy Creek Church Rd.. off HWY. 49 N onto Wall Rd.
REGISTRATION/PERMIT # 76-24
• If there is danger to human life, downstream residences, roads, etc. call 911 of the
RANDOLPH County Sheriff's Department.
• Begin lowering the liquid level in the pond by applying waste water to nearby
irrigation fields if possible.
• Contact a contractor to begin repair of the problem to minimize off -site damage (list
the names and phone numbers of three below).
NAME
PHONE NUMBER
1
Robert Kidd
10(oZ7_—Zb09
2
Jerry and Richard Kivett
9z2 — Z 832-
3
George Staley
[phone]
• Contact the RANDOLPH Soil and Water Conservation District at [phone].
• Contact the technical specialist who certified the waste storage pond . If this
specialist is no longer working or is not available, contact another technical specialist
who has design approval such as the Area Engineer.
NAME
PHONE NUMBER
B. Barton Roberson, DC
[phone]
Jerry Pate, CET
[phone]
Daphne Cartner, EIT
[phone]

This plan will be implemented in the --vent chat 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 chat you have a problem. You should make every effort to
ensure chat this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for
all employees ac 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' noc be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed below.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solution are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes co fields at an acceptable race.
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 caused 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 separacors-action include:
a. Stoo recycle pumo.
b. Stop irrigation puMp.
c. -N-lake sure no sicnon cczurs.
d. Stoo all flows in the house. bush systems. or solid se-ourators.
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
E: Leakat_e from base or side:vall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed to
flowing leaks- possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch away from the embankment co ca.cch ail seepage.
put in a submersible pump. and pump back to lagoon.
b. It holes are caused by burrowing animals. trap or remove animals and flil
holes and compact with a clay c�!pe soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.

?. 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. Anv damage noted. such as employee injury, fish hills. or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property'?
e. Does the spill have the potencL 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?

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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Suur-ce Cause MIS lu Control IIlSCOS Site Specific Practices
Liquid Systcuts
Flush (;utters + Accumulation of solids ffr tallish systcin is designed and operated
snfficienlly to remove accumulaled solids From
gutters as designed.
EV'Remove bridging of acculrtulallcd solids at
discharge
Lnguons and Pits Cl listed Solids 0 Mithilaill IagUons, SCltfillg baSillS and 1NIS tvhC1•C
pest brCCdiug is apparcnl to IllininliZO the r .y r i
crusting of solids to n depth or no more thnn 6 -
3 illClICS over more than 30% of stlrf,•icc.
Excessive Vegetative Decaying vegetation © Maintain vegetalive control along banks of
Growth lagoons and olher impoundments to prevent
accumulation ofdecnying vegetative umalter
along %valel's edge on iinpoundmmit's perimeter.
Dry Systems
Feeders • FUCLI Spilhige Gr Design, operate and ulailllain fccd sySIClns (e.g.,
bunkers and h011g11s) to nlirlilnizC IIIC
accumulattiott of decaying was
ff Oman up spillage on a rotidtic basis (e.g., 7 - 10'
diy interval during summer; 15-30 day interval
during whaler).
Feed Storage • ACCti11tt11,16011S of fccd residues kZ RCdnce 111UIStIIIC aCCUllmlalion tvit11111 and
T:
around inllnedialle perimeter of feed storage
i areas by insuring drainage away from site
alidlor providing adequate containment (e.g.,
covered bin for brewer's grain and similar high
nloislure grain products).
IFY" Inspect for and reinove or break tip accumulated
• solids in filler strips around feed storage ns
nceded.
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Suurce Cause
1 All's lu Control Insects Site Specific Practices
Animal I lidding Areas • Accumulatiuns Of alllmrll %V.ISICS
l I_.11111matC low areas that tral] 11101sturc along '
and Iced wastage
fences and other locations where waste
aCCUmIdaICS and disturbance by animals is
+-
mininnll.
0 Maintain rence rows and litter strips around
aninnal holding areas to minimize
accuntttladutis or wastes (i.e., inspect fur and
rclnuvc or break up nccumulaled solids -is
uecdc(l).
Dry Manure I landing Accunmlatiuns ul' aniuml wastes
tk' lUmove spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
t �r
1� SysicllIS
day interval during summer; 15-30 day interval
during ►viracr) where manure is loaded For Irma
aplllicMimi ur disposal.
M' Iliovidefor adccluatc drainage around nu m e
stockpiles.
[V Inspect Im and remove or break up accuunllated
wastes in filter strips around stockpiles and
maturrc handling areas as needed.
For 11101-C inrOMMOU11 CUntilct like Cooperative Exlcusiun Service, Uepal lmerll of Irnlomology, liox 7613, Ninth Carulima State University,
Raleigh, NC, 27695-7613.
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Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source
Cause
IINII's to Minimize Odor Sile Specific Practices
l arnislcad
Swim production
63-
Vegelalive or wooded buffers;
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Recommended best nianagemenl prnclices;
.
lit'
000d judglllCnl and C0111111Qn Scnse -
Animal body SnrlaCeS
• Dilly mallille-covcrcd allinials
Ur
Dry floors
Pioorsmfilces
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• Wet nr:nline-covered lluol:s
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Slotted IloUIS;
I li 11 ill i 111 �
Waterers lucaled over slotted Ilours; 111
Q Feeders al high end ofsolid floors;
Q' SCi'apc nnunlrc buildup fiUm floors;
❑ Underfloor venlilation for drying
M:ulnrc COUCCllon pill Urine; IA Frcqucnt manure removal by flush, pit iecharge,
+ i'arlial microbial decumposilioll or scrape;
❑ Uncferflunr vcnlilalion
VCntilatioll exhaust liens • Volmile gases; ❑ fail iimillteliance;
Dust O I?ffrcient air nlovelncnt
lrlduul- surlitccs
Dust
9
Washdown between grotipS of allimal5;
0'
reed additives;
Cl
I'CCIICI• covcrs;
❑
reed delivery downspout extenders tU feeder
covcrs
Plush larks
Agitation of recycled lagoon
(9
Plush lank covers,
liquid while links arc f illilig
0
Extend rill lilies to scar bottom of tanks with
anti -siphon vents
1' nSll :alleys
•
Agitation during wasLewaler
❑
Uodcrlloor flush with underfloor ventilation
conveyance
Pit recharge points
Agitation of recycled lagoon
Q
Extend recharge lines to near bollom of pits
liquid while pits arc filling
with aoll-siphon vents
Lill Millions
t ,.•
Agitation during sump thlik
O
Sump land; covers {.I ► ''
Iillhig and drawdomi
(inside drain eolIccliun
•
Agitation during tvastelvater
l7
Box Covers
• or junclion boxes
Conveyance
nh10C..- Illcivember 11.
1996,
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Sonrcc Cause Udor Site Specific PI-ncllceS
End of drainpipes at a Agilalim [luring wastew.Mer FB, I --mend discharge. point of pipes underneath
lagoolt convcyanee lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces 9 VUlalile gas emissions; 0" I'roper lagoon liquid capacity;
• Biological mixing; 0 ` Correct lagoon startup procedures;
• Agitation P" Minimum surfacc area-to-volunnc ratio;
❑ Minimum agitation when pumping;
Cl Mechanical aeration;
❑ Proven biological additives
11-614alltlll Sprrllklez- I Ilgh plussmc ugihaliunt; Fier lrrigatc on dry clays with lithe or no wind; ' ,, 'F, �, l ,its.
nuzzles Wind brill
_ t;KMillinuun rccunnncndcd nlnclating pressure;
93" Pump intake ;near lagoon liquid surface;
l Pump from second -stage lagoon
Storage Iauk or basic Pillli;ll micnubial decomposition;
surface a Mfxingwhile filling;
• Agilatiuln +vllcn cunptyiing
Cl Bolton] or midlevel loading;
❑ 'l'ank covers;
❑ Basin surface nlals of solids;
❑
Proven biological ndditivcs or oxidants
Seining basil) sur face
Partial ulicrobilnt decomposition;
9
Extemi drainpipe outicls uudca-lacnlll liquid
•
Mixing while filling;
level;
•
Agitation when emptying
Cl
Remove sealed solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge
Agitation when spreading;
❑
Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
spreader otnllcls .
Vol,ntiie gas emissions
R
Wish residual manure from spreader aller use;
Cl Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, Volatile gas emissions While ❑ Soil injection ofslurry/sludges
slurry or sludge on field drying ❑ Soil incorporation will1h) 48 Ila'S.;
sm�faces
l;g" Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
❑ Proven biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals Carcass llecomposilioll El Proper disposition of carcasses
113cad animal disposal l , OKUSS dccumpositiuln 19 Complelc covering of carcasses in btllial pits;
lads Gr Praper IOCi41io11/cons1ruction of disposal Ails
Incinerators Inconlplcle combustion ❑ Sccondnry sl:lck burners
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Suurcc
_ Cause
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Lilt slaliuns
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0
Sump tank Covers
tilling and dvamluwn'
.
I nd ufdrairlpipes at
9 Agitation during Ivaste►vater
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Extend discharge point of pipes underneath — -
lagoon
Conveyance
Inguon liquid level • '
Lagoon sllrlal'Cs
• volatile gas wilissiolls;
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Propel' higoorr liquid Capacity;
• Biological I1lixirlb;
Cr
Con-cd lagoon sim,lup IMUCCIIIIrCS;
• Agitation
CU
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,
O Minimum agitation while pumping;
El Mechanical aclalion;
h Cl Proven biological 1lddilives
11-rigatiUll sprinkler • high I)IC-,SIII'C agitation; a Irrigate oil dry days with little or no wind; T
1107ZICs • Wind drill gr Minimum recommended Operating procedure;
I' Punip intake lie, lagoon liquid surface;
Cr PUMI) From scamid-stage lagoon
Dead birds • Carcass tImmilluslllonl 17 Praper dispusilion of carcasses
Dead bird disposal pits • Carcass decomposilniil, GV COmplete cum-ing of carcasses III burial Ails;
M Prupci Iocalion/mislruclion of disposal pits;
fsd Disposal pil covers light filling
5taildhig miler nruund linprnper drainage; U Gradc alld laildscallc such lhal water drains
facililies Microbial decomposition of away from facilities
organic maller
Mud tracked onto public i'oorly maintained access wads 54 Fari 1 access road maintenance
roads From farm acccss
Addiliurial In sari ; Available From
Poukry Manure Mail-lgenlcnl ; 02UU 1t,ole/11M1' Packet NCSU, County Extension Center
1 Poultry Layer PrOdUCOUll I'aeilily Manure M-Inagcmcill: high Risc, Dcep Pit ; U;11AE 131-8'8 NCSU - UAL'
Poullry Layer Production Facility Manure Management: Uodercage Hush - Lagoon Treatment ; CUAL• 130-88 NCSU - UAL- n `
L lgoon Design acid Managcnient for Livestock Mauure'frealment and Slur. ge ; LUAL• I U3-83 NCSU -UAL'
CMibralion ofIvintture and Waslcwalcr Application Equipment ; EBA11- Fact Slice( NCSU -UAL'
Proper Disposal of Dcnd 116tillry ; PS&_T Guide No. 19 NCSU - I'oullry Scierice
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Maimic Managenteni: Odors and I -lies ; PROW, 1995 Conference Proceedings Florida Cooperative Extension
AMOC - November 11. 1996, l'agc'7 �`.A.

Mortality NYanauement Methods
(theca: which method(s) are being implemented)
Burial three feet beneath the surface of the around within 24 hours after
knowledge of the death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing
stream or public body of water.
u Renderin2 at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-16S.7
Li Complete incineration
TZ In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design -
approved by the Department of Agriculture
Anv met -hod which in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering. .
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
December 13, 1996

OCT 17 10?j
UN,XTED STATES Natural County Agriculture Building
DEPARTMENT OF Resources 403 Government Circle, Suite 4
AGRICULTURE Conservation Greenville, NC 27834
Service Phone: [phone]
SUBJECT: 0200 Marvin Wall Date: October 14, 1997
Randolph County
100 Sows Farrow To Feeder
To: B. Barton Roberson
District Conservationist
USDA -MRCS
Federal Building
214 Sunset Avenue
Room 105
Asherboro, N. C. 27203
I have done a detailed evaluation of Marvin Wall lagoon for 100
Sows Farrow To Feeder operation. The existing lagoon meets the
requirements for capacity based on a 180 day pumping cycle with
some minor dike maintenance. The lagoon was constructed several
years ago without NRCS assistance. The following is a list of
work that needs to be completed in order for a Technical
Specialist to do a Technical Certification on this operation
which is required by law to be done prior to December 31, 1997.
ITEMS OF WORK
1: Maintain top of dikes to elevation 98.3 feet with a top
width of 10 to 12 feet and a outside slope of 2.5 to 1 or
flatter. The dikes will need to be raised approximately 0.3 of a
foot. The maintained dike should encompass both the lagoon and
the small pump pond. No emergency spillway will be needed for
this lagoon.
2: The Junction box between the swine house and lagoon has
wooden walls. Replace the wooden walls with concrete block to a
elevation that will prevent surface water from entering. See
site map for location.
3: Install a 6 inch PVC pipe to connect the pump pond and
lagoon. This pipe will need to be installed at elevation 95.1
feet. See site map for location.
4: Maintain waterways or diversions between the swine house and
lagoon to prevent surface water from entering the lagoon. See
site map for details and location.

�:. After dikes are maintained vegetate dikes and all disturbed
areas according to NRCS specifications.
6: It will be necessary to fence all livestock off the
embankment area to prevent erosion to the embankment.
7: Inspect buildings, flush tanks, pipes, etc. to make sure
there are no leaks and repair according.
8: Develop Emergency Action Plan, swine odor control checklist,
insect control checklist and mortality management methods form,
completed by NRCS and landowner. Before this operation is 0200
certified be sure the lagoon markers have been set for pumping
management.
9: Develop a Waste Utilization Plan to properly apply the waste
at agronomic rates to a crop or pasture. This plan will be based
on a 180 day pumping cycle. Be sure to use the areas Capability
and Realistic Yields chart in developing this plan. See the
typical section on the drawing sheet for management elevations.
10. There are some swine on the ground, if they fall under the
0200 guidance you will need to develop a plan for them based on
the guidance for swine on dry lots. Copy of the guidance is
attached. It is my understanding that this guidance may be
revised very shortly.
The maximum steady state live weight this operation will handle
as described above is52,200 pounds.
If you have questions or I can be of assistance in
let me know. If necessary I will schedule time to
plan with you and your staff along with the owner
starting construction.
O,a,.Z. M , L 6�1
Claude M. Long
Civil Engineering Technician
cc: Joy Sherrod
any way please
review this
prior to

I nIS DESIGN IS FOR A SINGLE STAGE LAuOON
CLIENTS NAME __________________________> MARVIN WALL
COUNTY NAME ________ _________________> RANDOLPH CO. NC
TODAY'S DATE
OCT. 14, 1997
DISTANCE TO NEAREST
NONFARM RESIDENCE =>
750 FEET
NUMBER OF PIGS
WEANLING TO FEEDER
NUMBER OF PIGS
FEEDER TO FINISH
NUMBER OF SOWS
FARROW TO WEANLING
0
NUMBER OF SOWS
FARROW TO FEEDER =- -__>
100
NUMBER OF SOWS
FARROW TO FINISH =___-=_>
0
DEGREE OF ODOR
CONTROL ________________>
1
(minimum
1.0 cu. ft. per lb SSLW)
0
(maximum
3.0 cu. ft. per lb SSLW)
NUMBER OF YEARS
OF SLUDGE ACCUMULATION >
5 YEARS
TOP LENGTH AT NORMAL WATER LEVEL =-____> 165.0 FEET
TOP WIDTH AT NORMAL WATER LEVEL =_____=> 200.0 FEET
NORMAL WATER LEVEL ELEVATION ====--====> 95.1 FEET
SEASONAL HIGH WATER TABLE ELEVATION =__> 92.0 FEET
LAGOON BOTTOM ELEVATION _______________> 89.1 FEET
Depth of Permanent Water 6.0 feet
(minimum depth without sludge = 6 feet)
(minimum depth with sludge = 8 feet)
SIDE SLOPES ___________________________> 2.5 :1
Permanent Volume Required 73,080 cubic feet
Permanent Volume Provided 76,950 cubic feet
ADDITIONAL DRAINAGE AREA IN SQUARE FEET>
SQUARE FEET
(i.e.. pumpout pond & other outside drainage
area)
LENGTH OF PUMPING CYCLE _______________>
180
DAYS
GALLONS OF FRESH WATER ADDED DAILY =___>
GALLONS
EXCESS RAINFALL ABOVE EVAPORATION =____>
9.28
INCHES
25YR/24HR STORM RAINFALL ______________>
6.20
INCHES
FREEBOARD ___ ________________________>
1.0
FEET
ESTIMATED TOP OF DAM ELEVATION =======>
98.3
FEET
Temporary Storage Volume Nee 39,909
cubic feet
Temporary Storage Volume Pro 40,378
cubic feet
Top of Dam Elevation 98.3 feet
Inside Dimensions of Lagoon at Top of Dam:
Leng 181.2 feet 116.2 feet
ESTIMATED DEPTH TO PUMP
1.7 FEET
Volume To
Be Pumped =
29,030
cubic feet
Volume for
Est. Depth =
30,006
cubic feet
Begin Pumping
Elevation =
96.8
feet
Stop Pumping
Elevation =
95.1
feet
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ThIS DESIGN IS FOR A SINGLE STAGE LAGOON
1. STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT
0
head
weanling
to feeder
x 30 lbs. =
0
lbs
0
head
feeder to
finishing
x 135 lbs. =
0
lbs
0
sows
farrow to
weanling
x 433 lbs.
0
lbs
100
sows
farrow to
feeder x
522 lbs.
52,200
lbs
0
sows
farrow to
finish x
1417 lbs. =
0
lbs
TOTAL STEADY
STATE LIVE
WEIGHT (SSLW) =
52,200
lbs
2. SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Sludge accumulates at the rate of 0.080 cu. ft. per year per pound
of STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT.
Years of sludge accumulation in design? 5.0
Sludge Volume = SSLW *years of sludge accumulation * 0.08
Sludge Volume = 20,880. cubic feet
3. REQUIRED LIQUID VOLUME OF LAGOON
Design lagoon for 1.0 cu. ft. per pound SSLW
Total Volume = (SSLW * Design factor) + Sludge Volume
Total Volume = 73,080 cubic feet
4. NORMAL LAGOON LIQUID LEVEL
Maintain normal lagoon liquid level at elevation 95.1 feet
Construct lagoon bottom to elevation 89.1 feet
Lagoon size for normal lagoon liquid volume using prismodial formula:
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE 1 SS/SIDE2 DEPTH
2.5 2.5 2.5 2.5 6.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
165.0 100.0 16,500 (AREA OF TOP)
AREA OF BOTTOM
Lb * Wb =
135.0 70.0 9,450 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
Lm * Wm -
150.0 85.0 12,750 (AREA OF MIDSECTION)
CU. YD. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM) * DEPTH/6
16,500 51,000 9,450 1.0
VOLUME OF LAGOON AT NORMAL LAGOON LIQUID LEVEL = 76,950 CU. FT.
VOLUME NEEDED = 73,080 CU. FT.
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7r lS DESIGN IS FOR A SINGLE STAGE LAuOON
5. DIKE
THE SURFACE DIMENSIONS OF THE LAGOON AT NORMAL LIQUID LEVEL
ARE: 165.0 FEET LONG BY 100.0 FEET WIDE
Place spoil as a continuous dike to elevation
6. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width
181.2 116.2
Additional Drainage A
TOTAL DA =
Pumping cycle to be
21,055 square feet
0 square feet
21,055 square feet
180 days.
98.3 feet.
6A. Volume of waste produced
Volume = 52,200 SSLW * 0.0101481 gallon/lb SSLW/ day * 180
days in the pumping cycle divided by 7.48 gallons per cubic foot.
Volume = 12,748 cubic feet
6B. 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 recycle the
lagoon water are accounted for in 6A.
Volume = 0 gallons/day 180 days in the pumping
cycle divided by 7.48 gallons per cubic foot.
Volume = 0 cubic feet
6C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by the largest amount
Excess rainfall (difference) = 9.3 inches
Volume = 9.3 inches * DA / 12 inches per foot.
Volume = 16,283 cubic feet
6D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 6.2 inches * DA / 12 inches per foot.
Volume = 10,879 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
6A. 12,748 cu. ft.
6B. 0 cu. ft.
6c. 16,283 cu. ft.
6D. 10,879 cu. ft.
TOTAL TEMPORARY STORAGE: 39,909 CUBIC FEET
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1raS DESIGN IS FOR A SINGLE STAGE LAuOON
7. DEPTH OF STORAGE REQUIRED (ABOVE NORMAL LIQUID ELEVATION OF LAGOON)
VOLUME OF TEMPORARY STORAGE WHEN TOP OF DAM IS 98.3 FEET ELEVATION
AREA OF BOTTOM = 16,500 sq. ft.
AREA OF TOP = 19,593 sq. ft.
AREA OF MIDSECTION = 18,015 sq. ft.
VOLUME PROVIDED = 40,378 cubic feet
THE INSIDE EDGE DIMENSIONS OF THE DAM AT ELEVATION 98.3 FT.
ARE: 181.2 FEET BY 116.2 FEET.
8. SET BEGIN PUMPING ELEVATION
STORAGE VOLUME TO BE PUMPED
6A. 12,748 cubic feet
6B. 0 cubic feet
6C. 16,283 cubic feet
TOTAL VOLUME
TO BE PUMPED: 29,030 cubic feet
VOLUME AT ESTIMATED PUMPING DEPTH
AREA OF BOTTOM = 16,500 sq. ft.
AREA OF TOP = 18,825 sq. ft.
AREA OF MID -SECTION = 17,644 sq. ft.
VOLUME PROVIDED = 30,006 cubic feet
DESIGNED BY: APPROVED BY:
DATE:
DATE:
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•
Producer: MARVIN WALL
The purpose of this plan is to provide guidelines for carrying out
the routine operation and maintenance work needed to keep this swine
waste management system functioning as planned. Routine maintenance
is considered to be normal good care of the system. Good
maintenance adds to beauty, usefulness, and permanence.
A. Maintenance
The routine maintenance of the lagoon involves the following:
1. Maintenance of a vegetative cover on the embankment top and
side slopes: Fescue is being established on these areas.
Beginning in 1997 and each year thereafter, the embankment
should be fertilized with 800 pounds of 10-10-10 per acre to
maintain a vigorous stand.
2. Control of brush and trees on the embankment. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, or chopping, or a combination of
all three. This will need to be done at least once each
year and possibly twice in years favorable to heavy growth
of vegetation.
Maintenance inspections of the lagoon should be made during the
initial filling of the lagoon and at least monthly. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
1. Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes
a. separation of joints
b. cracks or breaks
C. accumulation of salts or minerals
d. overall condition of pipes
2. Lagoon surface
a. undesirable vegetative growth
b. floating or lodged debris
3. Embankment
a.
settlement,
cracking
or "jug" holes
b.
side slope
stability
-- slumps or bulges
c.
wet or damp
areas on
the back slope
d.
erosion due
to lack
of vegetation or as a result of
wave action
e.
rodent damage
1

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4. Transfer Pump - recycling and irrigation pumps
a. overall pump operation
b. leaks
C. loose fittings
5. Surface water diversion
a. adequate vegetation
b. diversion capacity
C. ridge berm height
B. Operation
Your animal waste management facility was designed for a
total of 100 Sows (Farrow to Feeder). The lagoon contains
both permanent and temporary storage. The permanent storage
is not to be pumped in order to ensure that anaerobic action
will occur. The design storage includes permanent storage
of one cubic foot per pound of steady state live weight.
The temporary storage portion of the lagoon includes
capacity for the volume of waste produced over 180 days, the
amount of rainfall in a 25 year 24 hour storm event, and
rainfall in excess of evaporation. Your facility is
designed for 180 days of temporary storage; therefore, it
will need to be pumped every six months. Begin pump -out of
the lagoon when fluid level reaches elevation 96.8 feet as
marked by permanent markers. Stop pump -out when the fluid
level reaches elevation 95.1 feet. 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.
The attached waste management plan must be followed. This
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see
Attachment B) before land application. The waste material
should be analyzed before each application cycle to
determine its nutrient content. A soil test of the area of
application should be made annually to insure the waste is
applied as reasonably and practically possible to
recommended rates.
Waste treatment lagoons must be precharged with a volume of
water equal to one-half of the treatment volume before
wastes are introduced. Precharging reduces the
concentration of the initial waste entering the lagoon
thereby reducing odors. Solids should be covered with
effluent at all times.
Pipes that are used for recycling effluent to use as flush
water and irrigation intakes must be placed 18 inches below

the surface and as far from the inlet pipes as possible in
order to provide a cleaner effluent for flushing and to
reduce odors when irrigating on land. when these pipes are
placed through the embankment, they should be installed no
more than two feet below top of dike and not in the highest
section of fill. The pipe trench should be compacted with
clay material.
After five years the waste treatment lagoon must be checked
for sludge accumulation annually. If sludge has encroached
into the treatment volume, the sludge must be removed and
applied at agronomic rates based on analysis of the sludge.
Treatment volume must have a minimum of 4 feet of depth free
of sludge at all times.
In December 1992, the Environmental Management Commission
(EMC) in North Carolina revised water quality regulations
that address animal operations. These rules became
effective on February 1, 1993 (15A NCAC 2H .0200). This
animal operation shall be operated within the requirements
of these rules and regulations.