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NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environmental Qual

Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
03-03-2006
This plan has been prepared for:
Pierce Nurserv(31-784)
Sam Ennis
636 BaYshore Dr
Wilmington, NC 28411 3)0
This plan has been developed by:
Brlli, W Houston
Duplin Soil & PKater Conse;1-ation
PO Box 219
Kenansville, NC 28349
910-296- 2120
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Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
RECD APR 0 9 2009
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.
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Signature (owner) date
Signature Wager or p oducer) Date
This plan meets the minima standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Consery lion Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By: L
Technic specialist Signature Date
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RECEIVED 1 DENR 1 DWQ
Aquifer Protection Section
APR 0 2 2009

Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
snuree(O
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this blan.
S5
Suvine Nursery Lagoon Liquid waste generated 496,600 gals/year by a 2,600 animal
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste storage
capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
1 144
Incorporated
1964
Injected
2163
lrrioated
1243
.Max. Avail.
PAN (lbs) *
Actual PAN
Applied (lbs)
PAN Surplus/
Deficit (lbs)
Actual Volume
Applied (Gallons)
Volume Surplus/
Deficit (Gallons)
Year 1
1,243
1684
441
672,786
-176,186
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Note: !n source ID. S means standard sourer, lr means user defined source.
* Max. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application methodls) identified in the plan for this source.
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Narrative
This WUP is written based on information provided by Mr. Charles Aycock.
I recommend getting a wetted acres layout/calibration completed by Star Jackson with Extension.
The Acres May Have To Be Revised To Reflect Actual Effective Wetted Acres After This Is Done.
Bermuda will be sprigged by 5/2006 of this year.
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The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in this plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates
are also provided for each crop in the plan. In addition, the Leachinu Index for each Field is shown, where available
Planned Crops Stnn177ary
Tract
Field
Total
Acres
Useable
Acres
Leaching
Index (LI)
Soil Series
Crop Sequence
RYE
8090
1
3,31
2.(}•3
NIA
Autryvillc
Sn,all Grain Oversced
I.0 "tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Flay
5.5 Tons
8090
2
3.35
2.f,.4
N/A
Autryvilte
Small Grain Overseed
1.0'runs
Flybrid Bermudagrass I lay
5.5 To
PLAN TOTALS: 6.66 5.29
Ll
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
Low potential to contribute to soluble
None
2
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
_
7 2 `4`
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (390) should be planned.
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
<=10
l ligh potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned. Other conservation practices drat hnpro, e the soils
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
available water holding capacity and improve nutrient use efficiency should be considered.
> 10
Examples are Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients. Sod -Based Rotations (328), Long -Terri,
No -Till (778), and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Strips {393) and Riparian Forest Buffers
(391).
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NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.

The Waste I Itilir.alion table shown below SCininyarize5 the waste utilization plat) for this operation. This plan provides an estivate of the IlUmber oI aeres ofcropland 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 fin)ing of applications to -
ntasinuze nutrient uptake.
1 iris table provides an estimate of the anlount 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 dial the plan atiequately provides
for the utilization of the manure generated by the operation.
Waste thilizatioll Table
Year I
Tract
Field
Suurcc
II)
soil series
Total
Acres
tf,,e.
Acres
Crop
RYIi
Applic.
Period
Nilro�.cit
PA
Nutrient
Rcq'd
(lbslA)
('unrm.
Rrl.
Nutrient
Applied
(IWA)
Res.
(Ibs1A)
Applic.
Mcthnd
Amure
VA
\ulricntA
ppticd
(Ihs1A)
I.iquid
ManttreA
pplicd
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
!acre)
I igitid
%Ianttre
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(I-icld)
\
N
N
N
I1HH)
gal(A
limn
1Unll gals
tons
NOW
I
S5
Autryvillc
3.31
2.64
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 ton,
{p t 7ltlr
50
0
0
lirig
19.97
f),[)i)
52.73
0.00
8090
1
S5
Autryvillc
3.31
214
hybrid BCrmudagrass I lay
5.5 Tons
*_i11 W.) 5
201)
0
0
1 Irrig
`' (�i}
107.45
0.I91
293.67
0.00
8090
2
S5
Autryvillc
3.35
2.(t
Small Grain Ovcrsecd
1.0 71)ns
1011-3131
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
1-9.97
p.(N
52.73
0.00
809f)
2
S5
Autryvilh
3.35
Z.64
1lyhrid 13erniudagrass Ifay
5.5 Tuns
•311-10115
2G9
0
0
Irrig.
26t)
i[}7.�5
u.fH
283.67
0,00
Total Applied. IWO Pnnns
672.7i
'totalProduced. I(HH)gallons
41)0.0(1
lblancc, I OW gallons
17b.1 N
'total Applied, toms
0.00
'fatal Koduced. runs
0.00
1131ance. trim
0.00
Notes: 1. In the tract column, - symbol means leased, otherwise, 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)
8090
1
Autryville
0.60
1.0
8090
2
Auttyville
0.60
1.0
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NOTE: Svmbol • means user entered data.

The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for sludge
utilization for the indicated accumulation oeriod. 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 astronomic 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 enerally very higlt,
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 gallac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Nursery Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Com 120 bu
150
13.16
6.62
.13,24
19.85
Flay b ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
3.31
6,62
9.93
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
6.20
12,41
18.61
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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
ininus 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 applyins, nutrients to the first crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or
Folding 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 Natne
I Swine Nursery La oon Li uid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days)
1
1
75
1
2
63
3
131
I
4
180
I
5
180
1
6
180
1
7
ISO
I
8
180
I
9
180
1
10
i80
1
11
158
I
12
135
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
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 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 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 S tons per acre per year but
less than 10 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).
S. 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 method which does
not cause drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order
to control odor and flies.
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8. animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or
% hen 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 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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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 of animal waste during the crop season.
21. HighIy 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 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 five (5)
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 tield(s): 1, 2
Bermudagrrass Coastal Plain. Mineral Soil. Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. i to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs I" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bulac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 30 bu/ac is'satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced V to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 ib/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization
of Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 1, 2
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from
October 15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for
each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable
seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the
initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and
rye at 1-1 1/2 bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is
essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more
than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at
this time. The remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
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Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
This plan has be/e`n�ppree'pared for:
Pierce MwseZr,1 1-754)
Sam Ennis
636 Bayshore Dr
Wilmington, NC 28411
03-03-2006
This plan has been developed by:
Billy W 1-louslon
Duplin Soil & H"ater Conservation
PO Box ? 19
Kenansville, NC 28349 � �VED
910-296-2120 MAR 0
Devcloper 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.
Sal
Signature (owner)
Signature (nXager or pf oduccr)
,3 1 13 1
D�
Date
This plan meets the minimu i standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Consery tion Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By:
Technic SpcCialist Signature Date
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Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
S5
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid .waste generated 496,600 gals/year by a 2,600 animal
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste storage
capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
1144
Incorporated
1964
Injected
2163
Irrigated
1243
Max. Avail.
PAN (lbs) *
Actual PAN
Applied (lbs)
PAN Sutplusl
Deficit (lbs)
Actual Volume
Applied (Gallons)
Volume Surplus/
Deficit (Gallons)
Year 1
1,243
1684
-441
672,786
-176,186
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Note: In source ID, S means standard source, U means user delincd source.
" Nlaz. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application ntethod(s) identified in the plan for this source.
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Narrative
This WWI is written based on information provided by Mr. Charles Aycock.
recommend getting a wetted acres layout/calibration completed by Star Jackson with Extension.
The Acres May Have To Be Revised To Reflect Actual Effective Wetted Acres After "Phis Is Done.
Bermuda will be sprigged by 5/2006 of this year.
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The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in this plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates
are also provided for each crop in the plan. In addition, the Leaching Index for each Field is shown, where available.
Planned Crops Summary
"Traci
Field
'rota)
Acres
Useable
Acres
Leaching
Index (LI)
Soil Series
Crop Sequence
RYE
8090
1
3.31
- 2.04
N/A
Autryvilie
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tun:
Hybrid Bcrniudagrass flay
5.5 Tons
8090
2
3.35
2.64
N/A
Auirvviiie
Small Grain Ocerseed
1.0 Tons
flybrid Bernnrdagrass flay
5.5 "Pons
P LA N 'rol'A L S: 6.66 5'8
1.1
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
Low potential to contribute to soluble
None
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
>=
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned.
nutrient leaching imluw the rout zone.
-
<= 10
I ligh potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient `lanagement (590) should be planned. Other consen'ation practices that improve the soils
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
available water holding capacity and improve nutrient use el liciency should be considered.
> 10
L'xamplcs are Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sod -Based Rotations (32S), Lon; -Tenn
No -Till (778), and edge-of-ticld practices such as Filter Strips (393) and Riparian Forest Buffers
(391).
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PC's Pane 1 aac I of I
VOTE:: Symbol * mrans user entered data.

The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres ol'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 timing of applications to
maximize nutrient uptake.
This table provides an estimate 01'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 lertilizcr and residual Irorn previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each field in order tm supply the ilulicaled 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.
Waste Utilizatimi 'fable
Year 1
frart
Field
Source
In
Soil Series
meal
Acres
I Ise.
Acre:
Crop
Rl'L
Applie.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
(lbs/A)
Comm.
pert.
Nutrient
Applied
(Ib IA)
Res.
(Ibs/A)
Applie•.
Method
\lmuue
PA
NutriQmA
pplied
01),s'A)
liquid
\IanurcA
pplied
(acre)
Sutid
\bnurc
Applied
taro•)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(field)
\
N
N
N
1000
gallA
funs
1000 gale
tons
8090
1
Si
Autrycillc
3.3E
2.04
Small Grain Ovcrscc(i
I.0 Tons
1011-3131
50
0
1 0
Irri..
50
19.97
0.00
52.73
0.00
K1190
1
S;
AutnVriIIC
3.31
2JO
l lyhrid Itcrmudagrass I lay
5.5 Tons
*3/1-10/15
261)
0
0
brig.
209
1417,45
l).nt)
283.07
0.00
Nip)()
2
tii
Aulnvillc
3-35
2.0-4
Small Grain Oversccd
1.0 Tons
1011-3131
50
U
0
trig.
50
19,97
0,00
52.731
0.00
K090
_>
tii
Autryvi]lc
3.35
219
llyhrid 13ct-mudagrass Flay
?. Tut»
*311 I011i
269
0
0
lrrig.
249
E07.aj
0.00ZK3.47
0.00
Total Applied, IOM rullun>
072.71)
TotalPrakiuccd.IW0yallons
496.60
Balance, 1000 ualluns
-170.19
'I atal Applied, tons
-
0.00
Total 1 ntduccd. tuns
. - '4_
0.00
Balance. tons
_-•
0.00
Notes: 1. In the tract column, — symbol means leased, otherwise, owned. I 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. 1f
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)
8090
1
Autryville
0,60
1.0
8090
1 2
Autryville
MO
11'0
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NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.

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 sho,-ti-n in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic ntiatter 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 sludLe.nlust 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
Iblac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gallac
Mininnnm Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swinc Nursery Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
150
13, M
6.62
13.24
19.85
Hay 0 wn IZ.Y.E.
300
20 32
3,31
6.62
9.93
Soyhran 40 bu
160
14.04
0.20
12.41
18.61
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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 tnilization plan is inconsistent with the
structure's temporary storage capacity,
Available Waste Storage Capacity
Source Name
Swine Nttrsery Lagoon Li itid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/ 1
Bo
Plan Year
Month
available Storage Capacity (Days)
]
1
75
1
2
63
i
3
131
1
4
ISO
1
5
ISO
6
ISO
1
7
Bo
I
s
ISO
1
9
ISO
1
10
ISO
1
I
158
I
12
135
* Available Storagc Capacity is calculated as of the end of cacti 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 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 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 6 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 method which does
not cause drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order
to control odor and flies.
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8. 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 gro►ying 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. Anv 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 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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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 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 metals approach etcessive 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 five (5)
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
Bermudas -rays Coastal Plain, Nlineral Soil, Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain. hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar, 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 30 bulac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced V to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of time, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates by 25°/, for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization
of Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 1, 2
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from
October 15-November 20, For barley, plant 22 secd/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for
each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable
seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the
initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and
rye at 1-1 1/2 bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is
essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more
than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at
this time. The remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
Division of Water Quality
May 1, 2003
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
636 Bayshore Dr.
Wilmington NC 28411
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS310784
Pierce Nursery
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Duplin County
Dear Sam Ennis;
On April 28, 2003—the North Carolina General Assembly ratified Senate Bill 733 which directs the
- ---- - Division of Water Quality (Division) to extend the.expiration date of the -Swine -Waste Operation -General
Permit AWG100000. Therefore, the General Permit has been re -issued by the Division to extend the
expiration date to October 1, 2004. During the period of this extension the Division will be working with
all interested parties on the development of a new version of the Non -Discharge General Permit.
In accordance with your application received on March 14, 2003 and in accordance with the directive of
Senate Bill 733, we are hereby forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Sam
Ennis, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land
application system in accordance with General Permit AWG100000. The issuance of this COC
supercedes and terminates your previous COC Number AWS310784 which expired on April 30, 2003.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the Pierce Nursery, located in Duplin County, with an animal capacity of no greater
than an annual average of 2600 Wean to Feeder swine and the application to land as specified in the
facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If this is a Farrow to Wean or Farrow to
Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary, they may
be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a rate of 4
gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until October 1, 2004. 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. An adequate system for collecting
and maintaining the required monitoring data and operational information must be established for this
facility. Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number
of animals authorized by this COC (as provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and
this COC and must be completed prior to actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have.a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property. TOM
N OENR
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Customer Service Center
An Equal opportunity Action Employer
Internet httpJ/h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu
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Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation shall be maintained between water supply wells and any
lagoon or any wetted area of a spray field.
PIease 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.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be: submitted to
the Division 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 permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on this
process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Wilmington 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 Michelle Barnett at [phone] ext. 544.
Sincerely,
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit AWG100000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Duplin County Health Department
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File AWS310784
NDPU Files

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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN -
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm:PIERCES PIG NURSERY(31-784)
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
North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) 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 NCDWQ upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: SAM ENNIS
(Please print) r
Signature: _ emDate:/
Name of Manager(If different from owner): t P1 c.e,
Signature: -�`� Date : pJ
Name of Person Preparing Plan: (Please print)BILLY W. HOUSTON
Affiliation:DUPLIN SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Phone No. 910-296-2120
Address (Agency): PO BOX 277
KENANSVILLE NC 28349
Signature: Date: p�
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Producer: SAM ENNIS
Location: 4382 S NC 50
CHINQUAPIN NC 28521
'Telephone: [phone]
Type Operation: New Wean to Feeder Swine
Number of Animals: 2600.00 pigs
(Design Capacity)
STORAGE STRUCTURE: Anaerobic Waste Treatment Lagoon
APPLICATION METHOD: Irrigation
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a
specified rate to prevent pollution of surface water and/or
groundwater. The plant nutrients in the 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:
1. 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.
2. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration -
rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and
available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall be applied to land eroding at less than
5 tons per acre per year. Waste may be applied to land
eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but less than
10 tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter
strips are established.
4. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or
when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may
result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed
under DWQ regulations.
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5. 'Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and
downwind odor problems.
6. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crop production
and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should
be applied to a growing crop or applied not more than 30
days prior to.planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy.
Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and
reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste application method shown above. I£
you choose to change methods in the future, you need to revise this
plan. Nutrient levels for different application methods are not the
same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage
requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from your
waste management facility. In some cases you may want to have plant
analysis made, which could allow additional waste to be applied.
Provisions shall be made for the area receiving waste to be flexible
so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content and crop type.
Lime must be applied to maintain pH in the optimum range for specific
crop production.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H .0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
2600 pigs x .40 tons waste/pigs/year = 1040 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
2600 pigs x .4B lbs PAN/pigs/year = 1248 lbs. PAN/year
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, soil type and surface application.
t
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TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS
COMM N
**
* LBS
DETERMINING PHASE 1CODE
AW N,
PER
ACRES
AW N
PER AC
AC
USED
-----
or
-
-------
APPLY
RESID.
APPLIC
METH
N
TIME
8090
1
AUB
W
45
80
10
3.3
264
I
+OCT-
IaPA"14
8090
I-�1
j237..6
f
JAUB
IDSB
118
�72 1
13.3
1
SEPT 15
8090
2
JAU11
JW
I
145
180 110
13.42
1273.6
+OCT-
MAR
8090
DSB
1-2
JAUB
I
118
172 1
13.42
1246.24
+JUN-
SEPT 15
8090
3
BH
6.0
IFOA
I
1300 1
10.96
1288
+APR-
AUG31
8090
SG
1
1-3
1
I
1100 1
10.96
196
+SEP-
MAR
END
I
TOTAL11405.44
- Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e.
interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown, reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
appilcation may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and -PAN loading rates permit.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while
meeting the N requirements. In the future, regulations may
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require farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a
nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
plan only addresses nitrogen.
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TABLE 2: -ACRES WITH NOTARIZED AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached.)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land.
See required specification 2.)
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS
COMM N
**
* LBS
DETERMINING PHASE
CODE
AW N
PER
ACRES
AW N
PER AC
AC
USED
----
or
-------
APPLY
RESID.
APPLIC
METH
N
TIME
END
TOTALI0
- Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or
winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
application may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc, interseeded
in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through grazing,
hay and/or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed
when they reach a height of six to nine inches. Cattle
should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four
inches. In fields where small grain, etc, is to be removed
for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small
grain to reach maturity, especially late in the season (i.e.
April or May). Shading may result if small grain gets too
high and this will definitely interfere with stand of
bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced
yields and less nitrogen being utilized. Rather than
cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as
is the normal situation, you are encouraged to cut the small
grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or
silage two to three times during the season, depending on
time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc, is late
September or early October. Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a
height of about two inches before drilling for best results.
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** Acreage figures may exceed total acreage -in fields due to
overseeding.
* lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in tables 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE
CROP
UNITS
PER UNIT
BH
HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-HAY
TONS
50
DSB
DOUBLE CROPPED SOYBEANS
BUSHELS
4
SG
SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED
AC
100
W
WHEAT
BUSHELS
2
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
WETTABLE
ACRES
LBS AW N USED
7.68
1405.44
0
0
7.68
1405.44
* BALANCE
-157.44
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.
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*** This number -must be less than or equal to 0 in order to fully
.utilize the animal waste N produced.
Acres shown in each of the preceding tables are considered to be the
usable acres excluding required buffers, filter strips along ditches,
odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving
full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION:
The waste utilization plan must contain provisions for periodic land
application of sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient
rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over application
of nutrients or other elements. Your production facility will produce
approximately 197.6 pounds of plant available nitrogen per.year in the
sludge.
If you remove the sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately 988
pounds of PAN to utilize. Assuming you apply this PAN to hybrid
bermudagrass hayland at the rate of 300 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you
will need 3.29333333333 acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at
the rate of 125 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you will need 7.904 acres
of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and
land needed. Actual requirements could vary by 250-. depending on your
sludge waste analysis, soil types, realistic yields, and application
methods.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the
soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or ponding occurs. This
rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure, soil
texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application amount
should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the
time of irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed
the nitrogen needs of the crop.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan,
it is the responsibility of the producer and irrigation designer to ensure
that an irrigation system is installed to properly irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
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amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application
rates and amounts.
I i
I
(Application
RatelApplic. Amount
Tract 1
Field 1
Soil Type
I crop
1 (in/hr)
1 (inches)
8090 1
1 1
AUB
1 W
1 .5
1 *1
8090 1
i 1
2
AUB
i
1 W
1
1 .5
I *1
8090
i I
1 3 1
FOA
I
1 BH
1 .50
1 *1.0
.8090
1
1 -1 I
AUB
I DSB
I .5
I *1
8090
I I
I -2 1
AUB
I
1 DSB
I
1 .5
1 *1
8090
I
1 -3 I
I I
I
I SG
i
i
.5
I
1 *1
* This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil
assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the crop is not over
applied. In many situations, the application amount shown cannot
be applied because of the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil
conditions.
Your facility is designed for 180.00 days of temporary storage and
the temporary storage must be removed on the average of once every
6.00 months. In no instance should the volume of the waste be stored
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in your structure be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or one
foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and waste applicator to
ensure that the spreader equipment is operated properly to apply the
correct rates to the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply
the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may
make this plan invalid.
Call your technical specialist after you receive the waste analysis
report for assistance in determining the amount of waste per acre and
the proper application rate.prior to applying the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
THIS PLAN IS A REVISION OF THE PLAN DATED 11/20/98. MR PIERCES PLAN IS WRITTEN
BASED ON THE APPROXIMATE EFFECTIVE IRRIGATED ACRES COVERED BY THE SOLID SET
SYSTEM INSTALLED ON THIS FARM.
THE DATES IN TABLE ONE SHOULD'BE FOLLOWED FOR PUMPING ON THE COASTAL AND
SMALLGRAIN OVERSEEDING ON FIELD THREE.
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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.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the
producer either owns or has'an agreement for use of adequate
land oh 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)
5. 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.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled
cropland. When applied to conservation.tilled crops or
grassland, the waste may be.broadcast provided the application
does not occur during a season prone to flooding. (See "Weather
and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.),
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration rate 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.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to -saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing-crop's 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.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
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 a discharge or by over -spraying.
Animal waste may be applied to prior converted cropland provided
they have been approved as a land application site by a
"technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharges 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.
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.
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REQUIRED _SPECIFICATIONS
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 preplant 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
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be
monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when these
metals 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. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North
Carolina regulations.
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NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SI.RVEC1
CONSERVATION PRAC71C1 STANDARD
Nutrient Management
(Acre)
Code 590
DEFINITION
Managing the amount, Corin, placement, arid
timing of applications of nutrient fertilizer.
PURPOSE
To supply plant nutrients in amounts
dictated by soil test, or tissue analysis, or
accepted recommendations based on
realistic yield expectations or plant
performance for an intended use
To minimize excessive nutrient application
while meeting a plant's performance based
requirement for a particular nutrient
To minimize nutrient loss to surface and
ground water.
CONDITIONS WHERE PRACTICE
APPLIES
On lands where nutrients are applied. This
standard applies to management of nutrients
associated with organic waste, commercial
fertilizer, legume crops, and crop residues.
CRITERIA
Fertilizer source, time, and method of
application shall be planned to conform to
seasonal variation in plant uptake needs and
soil profile properties to optimize economic
return and minimize nutrient loss by
leaching or surface transport. Nitrogen or
phosphorous are the most critical nutrients
in planning for water Quality.
2. Soil pH affects the availability of nutrients.
Use soil tests to adjust soil pH to the level
best suited for the crops being grown.
University crop production guides and the
North Carolina Agricultural Chemicals
590- 1
Manual can also he consulted to find this
value.
Soil shall be tested every two years. As
deficiency of any of the 16 essential
elements will limit uptake and utilisation of
ocher more environmentally active nutrients.
Soil testing identifies these yield limiting
deficiencies as well as identifying
imbalances, excesses and levels potentially
toxic to plants.
4. Zinc am Copper Icvcls in the soils shall be
rilonrto.ed and alternative crop sites shall be
used when these metals approach excess
levels. Refer to Table 2 in Standard 633 for
threshold levels of these nutrients.
5, A11 sources and fomis of plant nutrients
including carryover from legumes and
animal waste being made available for plant
growth and production shall be considered
in developing a nutrient management plan.
6. All animal waste products shall be analyzed
by the agronomic division of North Carolina
Department of Agriculture (NCDA) or other
acceptable laboratories and the
recommendations used to develop and
implement a nutrient management program.
Waste shall be tested within 60 days of
utilization. Unless otherwise required
nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
nutrient.
7. Establish a Realistic Yield Expectation
(R.Y.E.) for any crop to be fertilized. This
is accomplished by determining the mean of
the best three yields of the last five
consecutive crop harvests. If this
information is not available, R.Y.E. can be
established from specially developed soil
interpretation records for Nutrient
Conservation practice standards arc rcvicwtd periodically and updated if nettled.
To obtain the current version of this standard, contact the Natural Resources Conservation
Service.

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management planning, Farm Scri,rcc
Agency records, university trials, or
inference from crop perforrnance on soil
with eery similar physical and chemical
features.
S. Application rates for nitrogen shall not
exceed (lie amount determined by the
R.Y.E. concept. Application rates for all
other nutrients shall not exceed the amount
recommended in a soil test report or any
approved source of this infon-nation for any
nutrient targetcd as a planning priority.
There are situations where a soil test report
would not make a reconunendation (based
on economic return, i.e., a soil test index of
51), but an environmental problem would
not result until the index reached 200.
Where animal waste is involved, this
situation may be common. Even where
additional response is not expected, it
should be feasible to add amounts which
will be removed in the harvested crop
Nvithout significant degradation of the
environment.
North Carolina Thesc examples provide
the guidelines for assessing nitrate (NO3)
leaching risk and recommended
management programs. Use Section 1-B of
the Tcchnical Guldc, leaching index maps,
along with soils information for the field, to
identify the potential for nitrogen loss.
a. The rate of nitrification in North
Carolina soils is extremely rapid, the
leaching of N114 is likely, the
mailability of anhydrous is on the
decline, and the cost of pure nitrate
sources very high. Where high leaching_
rates exist, and where appropriate for
the crop in question, nitrogen use
efficiency and enNrl'ronmental safety can
be enhanced by using split applications.
b. On soils of intermediate leaching
potcritial, split and side dress nitrogen
applications are highly recommended
for best efficiency.
c. For soils with a leaching index (LI) of 2
or less, there is little concern for nitrate
leaching losses.
9. Choose a fertilization rate within
recommended ranges that considers local
d. Erosion control and water management
water quality needs.
practices shall be included to minimize
soil loss transport and runoff which may
10. All nitrogen rates for hay production are for
carry attached and dissolved nutrients to
surface waters. This is of particular
pure grass stands. Reduce all hay crop
nitrogen rates by 25 percent when grazing.
rmportmice where soils contain high
For each ton of hay harvested from a
levels of phosphorous. Incorporating
pasture system the nitrogen application rate
nutrients into the soil generally reduces
may be returned to the R.Y.E. application
the chance of loss in runoff in the
rate for hay.
dissolved form.
11. Important considerations for nutrient
13. Nutrients for a spring -planted crop shall not
be applied in fall or winter. Nutrients shall
application include amount, source,
not be applied more than 30 days prior to
placement, and timing. Plant nutrients may
planting of the crop or forages breaking
be applied as broadcast, starter, surface
dormancy,
band or injected band applications. Any one
method may have its advantages under a
14. Equipment shall be calibrated to apply
given set of plant nutrient demands, soil
recommended rates on the field. Special
characteristics, and fertilizer source.
precautions must be taken to avoid well
12. Section I-B of the Technical Guide,
contamination when using fertigation.
leaching index maps, demonstrates the
comparative leaching potential of soils of
NRCS. NC

590 ;
Tfic crops shown in'Table 1 are the typical recommended crops for waste utilization but is not an
inciusive list. Waste may be applied to other crops based on the nilrogcn recommendation for R.Y F. as
shown in NC Cooperative Extension Service Crop Production Guides, the NRCS Agriculture Waste
Management Field Guide or the NC Agriculture Chemicals Manual
Table 1. Nitrgyen (�D Fertilization bates by Cron Yield
A range is shown for N fertilization rates because N uptake is dependent on the available water
holding capacity {AWHC) of the soil, AW14C is primarily determined by the soil's texture, percent
organic matter and rooting depth. Make your selection from Chet chart based upon the soil's texture,
inherent ability to produce, the occurrence of accessary consen'ation practices to protect the resource
base, and the ianduser's histoncal crop production.
C._ r Nitro2en Recommendation
Whcat'
1.7 - 2A ibs. Nfbu.
Barley.,
1.4 - 1.6 lbs. N/bu.
Oats'
1.0 - 1.3 lbs. N/bu.
Rye'
1.7 - 2.4 lbs. N/bu.
Triticale'
1.4 - 1.6 lbs. N/bu.
Corn -grain
1.0 - 1.25 lbs, N/bu.
Corn -silage
10 - 12 lbs. N/ton
Sorghum -grain
2.0 - 2,5 1bs. Nkc vt.
Soybeans'
3.5 - 4 lbs. N/bu.
Cotton'
0.06 - 0.12 1b. 1,4/1b, lint
Tobacco -Burley - See current year Burley Tobacco Information Guide available from North Carolina
Cooperative Extension Service.
Tobacco - flue -cured - See current year Tobacco Information Guide available from the North
Carolina Cooperative Extension Service.
Sorghum-Sudangrass
45 - 55 lbs. Mon hay
Sudan grass
45 - 55 lbs. N/ton hay
Pearl Millet
45 - 55 lbs. N/ton hay
Bermudagrass (all areas of state)'
40 - 50 lbs. N/ton hay
Tall fescue
40 -`50 lbs. N/ton hay
Orchardgrass
40 - 50 lbs. Mon hay
Timothy
40 - 50 lbs. N/ton hay
Crabgrass
40 - 50 lbs. Mon hay
Eastern Gamagrass
40 — 50 lbs. Mon hay
Rescuegrass
40 — 50 lbs. N/ton hay
Small grain
50 - 60 lbs. N/ton hay
Switchgrass'
See footnote'
Pine Trees
40 - 60 lbs, ac/yr
Hardwood Trees
70-100 lbs. ac/yr
NOTE: Reduce all hay crop nitrogen rates by 25 percent when grazing. For etch ton of hay harvested from a
pasture system the nitrogen application may be returned to the RYE (N) application rate for hay.
I When waste is to be applied to soybeans, it should be accomplished at preplant cr planting. The crops entire nitrogen
needs should be met with this application
2 N rates in excess of 120 pounds per acre are scldem justified for wheat, barley, oat, rye, triticale, and cotton. Do not
apply more than 100 pounds of N when overseeding small grain or Ryegrass into $ermudagrass.
3 The total Nitrogen application shall not exceed 120 tbs. Per acre per year.
MRCS, NC
JUNE, Ms

CONSIDERATIONS
Zhis practice can reduce the likelihood
that applied nutricnts would pollute
surface or ground +eater by limiting the
amount applied to only that needed.
Evaluate the vulnerability of
environmentally sensitive areas and
waters that have been stressed by the
presence of an over abundance of plant
nutrients.
Good tilth enhances water infiltration,
thus reducing nutrient removal through
soil erosion. Also adequate soil water is
necessary for efficient nutrient use.
Conservation practices that manage plant
residues should be considered, i.e.:
Residue Management, No -till (329)
: Residue Management, Seasonal-(344)
Cover and Green Manure Crop (340)
Critical Area Planting (342)
St6peropping (585 and 586)
Cover crops can be used as scavengers to
take up excess plant nutrients applied in
the previous season to prevent their
movement out of the root zone. Very little
of the scavenged nutrients are available to
the following crop, (usually <15% of the N
taken up). They should be harvested for
maximum benefit.
Organic wastes can provide an important
source of nutrients. State and local
regulations, the NRCS Agriculture Waste
Management Field Handbook, North
Carolina Cooperative Extension Service
(NCCES) Crop Production Guides, North
Carolina State University (NCSU)
Agricultural Chemical Manual, soil test
and waste analysis reports will provide
guidance concerning waste utilization.
Sources of plant nutrients may include
residual amounts in the soil, crop residues
including legumes, waste products, and
commercial fertilizer. Commercial
590-4
fertilizers are those products with a
guaranteed analysis under North Carolina
la\v.
Forage plants being used for nitrogen
uptake should be selected based on their
adaptation to the soil. Plants not adapted
to a site will have a short life and
maintaining a vigorous stand will be
difficult.
Plant tissue samples should be taken to
evaluate nutrient status and to support the
need for additional nutrient applications.
Excessive concentrations of one or more
nutrients may induce deficiencies. Soil
pH.should be maintained in the optimum
range for each crop to 1.mprovc
availability of soil and applied nutrients
and to minimize the release of potentially
toxic elements.
C Factors from RUSLh can be more
effective in controlling water runoff than
LS and P Factors, C Factors effect root
distribution, soil temperature and a host
of other variables. Numerically low C
Factors buffer yields from climatic
variations most likely by improving
moisture status in the soil. The same C
Factors can increase the Iikelihood of
leaching losses. Consider the
environmental impact from increased
leaching.
10. Consider waste storage and treatment
needs to meet application timing as well
as land area requirements for proper waste
utilization.
11. «rater table management through
controlled drainage reduces the movement
of nutrients by reducing total outflow
from a managed area and it also promotes
denitrification.
NIZCS, NC
JUNE, 199B
c) .... 1

590-5
12. Riparian buffers are eery effective in
trapping subsurface nitrate entering a
stream and even sediment, but much less
effective in trapping runoff of soluble
phosphorus. Filter strips and grassed
waterways have little N retention
capacity. Grassed waterways do little to
reduce nutrients and sediments lost from
fields. Based on the most likely pollutant
sources for a site, consider specific
practices which are most likely to reduce
offsite movement of those pollutants.
13, Loss of nitrogen from the soil is
dependent upon climate, soil, and
fertilizer application program. Nomially,
with adequate soil moisture, nitrogen loss
potential can be reduced by applying
nitrogen fertilizer close to the time of
greatest crop demand. Split applications
may be needed to accomplish this.
Anunonium forms are taken up by plants
in significant amounts as nitrate within
days after application for most crops.
PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
1. Establish realistic yield goals based on soil
map.units and the Soil Interpretation
Records, or historical yield data, or compute
by crop and soil combination the mean yield --�
of the three highest yields of the last five
consecutive crops.
2. Develop a nutrient management plan for the
crops to be grown. Account for the residual
amount of nutrients in the soil and crop
residue, including legumes add estimated
nutrients from anticipated organic waste
applications, and then determine the amount
of fertilizer needed to meet the nutrient
needs of the proposed crop and target yield.
Specify the crop, crop rotation, and kind,
source, application time and amount of plant
nutrients that will be used to meet the crop
fertility needs. Identify the priority nutrient
or nutrients.
If non -farm organic waste is to be used, it
shall be analyzed for content and appl led as
prescribed ',y federal, stale, or local
regulations Appropriale documentation of
amounts applied should he inaint�iincd.
Frequency of soil test, %vaste analysis, and
plant tissue test shall be specified and
conform ~with this standard.
Credit for nitrogen contributions tT-o;n
legume crops in rotation shali be consistent
with land grant university
recommendations.
Use the "Leaching Index for Soluble
Nutrients" procedure or other detailed
guidelines from land grant universities to
evaluate groundwater pollution potential in
conjunction with the water budget for the
location.
All specifications will be consistent with
state and local regulations.
A nutri mt budget will be developed that
show; sources (soil residual, crop residues,
organic waste, chemical fertilizer, and
legume crops) and required amount(s) of
nutrient(s) for the crop to be grown. Use
the Nutrient Budget Worksheet (Exhibit
590-1 & 2) to document recommendations.
Indicate the priority planning nutrient(s) on
the worksheet. The worksheet shall show
the form of fertilizer to be used and the
application rates and method shall be
specified.
Nutrient application rates other than
nitrogen on agricultural land shall be based
on soil test and waste analysis, consistent
with the NCDA or NCSU
recommendations.
10. Nitrogen rates should be based on realistic
crop yield expectations and shall consider
all sources of nutrients that may be
availabIµ as outlined in the attached nutrient
budget worksheet.
11. The following items should be included.
Those items marked with an asterisk shall
be recorded as minimum documentation
requirements.
* a. Location
NRCS, NC
JUNE, 1998

. qqo. o
* b.
Extent in acres
Protective clothing, including go�,gles, a
* c.
Nutrient budget sheet
respirator, Moves .and f001We2r s1101.11d be
* d.
Source ofnutrientti
+v0177 when handling potentially
' c.
Nutrient timing and placement
dangerous materials.
* f.
Soil erosion control
g.
Equipment operation and
4. Dispose of product containers in
maintenance
accordance with local and/car state
h.
Safely
regulations. Follow all Iocai, state, and
Receiving water body (l7I Nlz
federal regulations rewarding the transport
DWQ Stream Classification Index
of fertilizers. In case of an ,accidental
Number or other identifying
fertilizer spill, call 91 1. The dispaichcr
nomenclature).
will notify the County Emergency
j,
When animal waste is utilized as
Management Coordinator who will notify
a nutrient source adhere to plans
the Statc Emergency Managemcnt
and specifications in Standard
Coordinator.
633.
OPERATION ,kN-D MAINTEh' fNC1
Special precautions must be taken to avoid
well contamination when using fertigation.
2. Equipment should be cleaned after nutrient
application. Waste water resulting from
flushing application equipment should be
kept away from wells, streams, ponds,
lakes, or other water bodies and out of high
runoff areas. Follow all state and local
regulations concerning storage of materials
and disposal of product containers.
3. Avoid unnecessary exposure to hazardous
chemical fertilizer and organic wastes.
5. Refer to Standard ft33 for operation and
maintenance of an approved anirrmzl'%vaste
utilization plan.
REFERENCES
Soil Pacts, Nutrient Content of Fertilizers and
Organic Materials. The North Carolina
Cooperative Extension Service, 6/91.
Soil Pacts, Nutrient Removal by Crops in North
Carolina, The North Carolina Cooperative
Extension Service, 3/91.
NRCS. NC
JUNF. 1998

Field number: .
Prepared by: _ _
Dominant soil type_
Soil Loss Tolcr aiicc:
Previous crop:
Plaruied crop:
Exhlhli 5170.1
NUI'RJENT BUDGETAVORKSI-J ET
Tract It, Ac;res:
Countv.
Soil Loss: 1-caching potcntial: 7
Yield:
IZea11slic }rleld
ooal;
Crop Needs
Circle Priority Nutnent(s) N P205 K20
(P--1 )i 4.896 = Ibs P,O,) (K—! x 4.176 = Ibs K,O)
Soil test levels in lbs per acre
Nutrients required for yield goal/ac
1. Soil Test Recommendations
from NCDA report or A
2. Recon-Lmendation from NCSU
Crop Production Guide or NC
Aa . Chemical Manual B
Nutrient Credits
Legume credit " n/a n/a C
Animal and organic waste'-`
Rate Type D
Total Credits _ __. _ E
I _ _ _ _ _ Nutrient Balance
Nutrient needs (or surplus) for crop yield _
F=AorB --E F
Animal Waste
Animal waste -nutrient content
(kind)''-' lbs per ton or lbs per 1000 gal
(Method of Application)
NRCS, NC
1lJNI:, 199E
b ., .. n

t_.\hihit 590-2
Additional DocunzcnEation During Plannins�_
Source of additional nutrients needed
Time of nutrient application
Water Quality Classifying Organization
Water Quality Classification
_ _ --- NOTES _
Refcr to Waste Utilization Standard (633) or Section X in North Carolina Agricultural Chemical
Manual for livestock manure production rates and nutrient content for broadcasted or
incorporated. If available, use waste analysis report from NCDA.
t�'hen the LI is medium or high you should consider alternatives that will reduce the potential for
leaching of soluble nutrients, coils] der timing of fertilizer application, split applications, and
altemative crops that require less nutrients.
Leaching Potential (High, Medium, Low) - Can be found in Section I-13 of the Field Office
Technical Guide,
Type of Waste - Broiler litter, Hog Lagoon, Dairy Slurry, etc.
3` Not all nutrients front prev7ously applied animal wastes are used each growing season. For a
great par# mineralization rates depend on soil properties and climate. Remaining nutrients
from prior applications of a.ninral wastes can be determined from chapter 11, table 1 I-6 in the
Natural Resources Conservation Service's Agricultural Waste Management Field Manual.
Nitrogen from iegume cover crops such as hairy vetch or legume crops such as soybeans or
peanuts grown the previous year. Make a choice from the range offered considering the vigor
or the legume crop, elapsed time from harvest or burndown, and the leaching potential of the
residual nitrogen based on the season and soil characteristics.
Cover Crops
Hairy Vetch 80-100 lbs/acre
Crimson Clover 60-75 Ibs/acre
Previous Year's Crop
Soybeans 15-30 lbs/acre
Peanuts 20-40 lbs/acre
Clover or Alfalfa Sod 80-100 lbs/acre
NRCS, NC
JUNE, 1998
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TO: Nor-th Caroling Cerlified Technical Specialist=
FROM: NC Stale Univprsity Forage Production VVoi$,proup
DATE: July 13. 1998
`;(JBJECT: ('mp Management Practicc-s for Select Forages
Used in Waste Manaaement
The fbUov.,ing is a tour -page surrunary of su�zgcstions for management practices for sonic
forage crops that can lx: used in waste managernetit plans. These suggestions are a result of
Ci15CU551or15 within Ills: 1\L SL'dtt UrUVCiSIIy
of-)\•C State faculty and MRCS agency personnel with expertise With the crops.
There are hn ited documented research responses of'sornie of thi se practices on the many soils
and environments where these crops are currently beizlg grown. The forage Production
Workgroup has taken the available data and used the combined expericnces and realistic
estimates of key people to come up with suggestions that will allow farmers to incorporate
these crops and practices into waste management plans. As data become available to
substantiate or refute these suggestions, the forage Production Workgroup will make
appropriate changes.
Bermuda Qverseeded With Cereal Rye and Annual Ryegrass
Currently two types of- "ryegrass" are being used for winter overseeding in fields used for
animal waste management. Cereal Ey is a winter annual smIlgrain that looms similar to
wheat, barley and oats. Artntti� Eyegrass is a winter annual grass that looks much like tali
fescue. Both of these grasses, when growing during the winter on bermuda sod, can have
significant impact on subsequent bermuda yields. In effect, the total yields from an acre
growing the combination of bermuda with these winter annuals will usually yield between 1-2
tons more per acre than bermuda growing alone for the year. Therefore, the total amount of
PAN /acre for the year is about 100 lbs more than for bermuda alone, Although cereal rye and
annual ryegrass are suitable crops for overseeding, the rrtanagement of the crops are different
and thus practices implemented are dependent on the crop selected.

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CIV)wiIt . Till' most ccin:isicrl{ ij.i311js iiic obtained 1ro-ii dll':1inp rye mto SIit) IZ
icl�C 1111) 1?'.rrlilld� Cii ? I(,rj 11 Llrlliln' 1s Ili�t pc?};Ih;• , Tile seeds nvjy he hrmjdc!i' or: Sih 'I
bcrinudii sod folli w(� d i)% a 1W1:: with ,s d1a: or ttll1_1c linplement ThL,
for 1)I07 idcast ]:Rant ing : r ss : ds huliu d la: i •5 tiny: s l ile r etc fol drOlcd scccls. F11e 1'6
3ppllcjlion of animal .. astc !s to be applied to rile o Atj,!ust 51 ',n
application of 50 lh? /acr-: of Plant ,�v'i lablc: N (1'ANj rjLa}' tic q)pliccl hcnween Septen?11,:i 15
and Octoher 30. An zd�:jion,.] .50 llisii,erc of PAN Ill-, be al�plic:d i.n l ibrstar� A•hi;cil. ]f r,r
L010"1h is liar�!(:sted on �imc, an J does not significanik sliride iho,, be)'muda, PAN.rwts for t't:
subsc.quc: t tx,,l rnud3 c fcm, are l ascd on rr.alistic yields of bermuda, A harvest is I-C-qu:red prioj
to ll;ading Or April 7, «-:iich c%-Lr conics Iirsl. Tliis is ru'cessanr Its minimize (hc poi Wl d
shading bermuda and r =ducin its �'ielcis. The 1'. rate for arOUI s)'stems With i errrlt;c:a
oversecded with cereal rvc inust be reduced In Liccordancc wills NRCS l echrlir.:li
Qtandard ftSQn
Annual Ryegr-ass
Annual ryegzass should be planted by October 15 to provide the best opportunity to get v.'intei
growth, The most consistent stands are obtained from d.riiling ryegrass into short (less than 3
inches tall) bermudagrass sod. If drilling is not possible, the seeds may be broadcast on shon
bermuda sod followed by a light cultivation with a disc or tillage implement. The seeding rate
for broadcast planting of seeds should be 1.5 tirritrs the rate for drilled seeds. The last
application of animal waste is to be applied to the Bermuda prior to August 31. Art
application of 50 lbs/acre of (PAN) may be applied between September 15 and October 30.
An additional 50 lbs/acre of PAN may be applied in February -March. If additional PA. -NI is
applied to the ryegrass in April -May, the PAN rate for the bermuda must be reduced by a
corresponding amount. This is necessary because ryegrass growth during April -May will
reduce bermuda yields and shorten the time bermuda ca-n fully utilize the N. A harvest is
required by heading or April 7, winch ever comes first to prevent shading of emerging
bermuda during April -!'•day period. To favor the production of the bermuda, additional
harvests of ryegrass will be required when the ryegrass canopy reaches 12 to 15 inches height.
The PAN rate for grazed systems with bermuda overseeded with annual ryegrass must be -
reduced in accordance with MRCS Technical Standard #590.

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v,dCl w ,i4'ITrIC1 hk'I'I?1lJC 1}I>• dl `Iiml liji 11A.N"! r�jir!,
2. On di ain,11 i `.'atll lS�rrltiti 111:..•
riioic thjrf h.0)! iCt
C.iaagras?ahlisho..s sli7';1\' ;,r, xJ1 not u5u.�lly produce inuchl hL%-csiahly fOraf
m�, c'
the l']t 1h1! 111) 11l \' i;l. It Is aih—'.' thi:: arl)1'.'th dui'1!1' ih- st:edhn!'_ tO
for most hlar\csted, it should be clone clter ]'ill scedh(.ad f!)I 11.:.!'1..
on z majority of [lie plants i �,'°rutl,rl., 1'.�1� 10r the seedlir'L, year should b-' rllt:t 1f1: �:
.accordSngl., Ovl rSceding gania�,!rass wills winLur 3nnua.Js is not curri ntiv advised becau;i' II1
har',•cs[mL! or ;grazing nianagenwnr of th�: wintr.r .ijulual craps du-iriv l-cbi'uarIiAprii
detr-im nta1 to the survival of oamagfziss. GarDagrass should not normally be r
;razed below 6-9 'riches stubbly.
Application rates are to be based on the realistic N rates that address the N needs per t0fl Of
nay, a realistic yield and an appropriate application vtrindow. When harvested as hay in thl= 2 t-
36 inch stage of growth, the N rate ranges from 40-50 lbs/ton of dry matter. The PAN rate, for
grazed systems must be reduced in accordance with NRCS Technical Standard #590.
The application window for gmm-rass is slightly earlier than for bermuda; gamagrass starts
growing about 3-4 weeks earlier than Coastal bermudagrass and about 2-3 weeks earlier than
Tifton 44. Garnagrass is dormant frorn frost to March. The last application of PAN in the
summer should be prior to August 31.
Rescuegrass (i.e. Matua)
Rescuegrass is a cool season grass and makes most of its growth from March -June and
September -November. It should rzceiVC most of its N during the September -October and late
February tltrough May months. Limited data axe available for realistic yields of rescuegrass
on various soils and at various N levels in North Caroiiria. However, until further data is
collected the following suggestions may be useful.
1. On sandy, %yell drained to excessively drained Soi S, reSCUeVrass may yield 1.5- 3 times .
fescue; assuming a uniform and dense stand of grass is presvot.

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1-ta hs[ 1, ]!,..;j rind e111 aqjpl ?prate appi]" '--t Ion wj.j1do%4'. \\% n MWOR as leaf lhr N,
raw is simhur wifwr coM season gramrs =11 as Iscue. rangulp I'l-Om 40-50 11)5/1( 11.
cominue SOMC growti-i jj-j JuNc-AILI7LISI If MOiStUl-C is dviiljabie- Dul-'f
these olf-seasonsrescuegass should not reCeiVC Wore than aboul. 25 lt)s N/;,c.rc1rj1L7ll1Lh. On])'
apply 25 IS Nina m Jurie-AuguSt if the equivalent of 1-inch Of MIUM can be appUed at Giv
same anx. If dm carp does not respond With at least 'd 1000 II)s of gro%oh Aldn a 3-5 week
period do not make anwher application until We plants have had the opportunity to U";C the
previous application.
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February 8, 1994�,
Mr. Mike Sugg
District Conservationist
USDA - Soil Conservation Service
PO Box 277
Kenansville, NC 28349
Re:
Dear Mr. Sugg:
Enclosed for your review is the completed Animal Waste Management
Plan for the above referenced swine farm. Specific items included
in this package are as follows:
- Location Map
- ASCS Tract Map
- SegrSoils Investigation Report
- Lagoon Design Spreadsheet
- Operation & Maintenance Plan for Lagoon
- Construction Specifications for Lagoon
- Site Seeding Requirements
- Earthwork Calculations
- Wa owe rs-* **--)
- Site Plan with Construction Details
It is my understanding that the Waste Utilization Plan for this
farm will be developed for the grower by your office.
Please contact me at [phone], ext. --.i if you have any
questions concerning this'package.

Sincerely:
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
Highway 505
Chinquapin NC 28531
Dear Sam Ennis:
1 � •
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RE50URCES
February 4, 2002
Subject: Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Pierce Nursery
Facility Number 31-784
Duplin County
A letter dated January 15, 1999 was sent to advise you about concerns associated with Certified Animal
Waste Management Plans and the method by which the irrigated acres within the plans were calculated. Only
the acres that are wetted can be credited in the waste management plan as receiving waste application. Any
acreage within the plan that can not be reached by waste application equipment can not be used as part of your
plan.
An evaluation by Dean Hunkele on 11/14/00 was made to review the actual number of acres at your
facility that receive animal waste during land application. The evaluation of your facility has yielded one of
the following two results as indicated by the box marked with an "X
Category 1:
�$ The evaluation of your facility could not be completed due to a lack of information. Please
contact your Technical Specialist to assist in providing Dean Hunkele the necessary
information to potentially exempt your facility from undergoing a complete wettable acre
determination. Please submit this information to Dean Hunkele, at 127 Cardinal Drive
Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405-3845, within in 90 days of the receipt of this letter. If you
have any questions please contact Dean Hunkele at [phone]. If within 90 days you
are unable to provide Dean Hunkele with the information you are automatically
required to complete a Wettable Acre Determination as described by Category 2
below, within 180 days of receipt of this letter.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, forth Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
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Category 2:
❑ Your facility has been identified by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
as a facility that may have overestimated the number of acres actually receiving animal
waste. Therefore, some or all of your fields may be exceeding the allowable loading rates
set in your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan..
In order to resolve this issue, please contact a designated Technical Specialist to have him
or her conduct a Wettable Acre Determination for your facility. The Technical Specialist must
be one that has been approved by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission to conduct
Wettable Acre Determinations. Many Technical Specialist with the N.C. Cooperative Extension
Service, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts, the Natural Resources Conservation
Service, and the Division of Soil and Water Conservation have received this special
designation. You may also contact a private Technical Specialist who has received this
designation, or a Professional Engineer.
All needed modifications to your Animal Waste Management System must be made and
the Wettable Acres Determination Certification must be returned to DWQ within the next
180 days. If the needed modifications are not made and if the form is not returned within the
required time, DWQ will be forced to take appropriate enforcement actions to bring this facility
into compliance. These actions may include civil penalty assessments, permit revocation,
and/or injunctive relief.
Once a Wettable Acre Determination has been completed, a copy of the attached Wettable
Acre Determination Certification must be submitted to the address listed on the form. Please
note that both the owner and the Technical Specialist must sign the certification. A copy of all
the Wettable Acre Determination documentation that applies to your Waste Utilization Plan
must be kept at your facility. DWQ and the Division of Soil & Water Conservation Staff will
review all documentation during their annual visit of your facility. An additional copy must by
kept on file at the local Soil & Water Conservation District Office. Please note that if you install
or modify your irrigation system, a designated Irrigation Specialist or a Professional Engineer
must also sign the Wettable Acre Determination Certification.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Sonya Avant of our
Central Office staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincere
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
Murphy Family Farms
J. Thorpe, Ph.D.

Wettable Acres Determination Certification
Name of Facility: Facility Number:--
Owner(s) Name: Phone No:
Mailing Address:
By signing this form, the facility owner and Technical Specialist acknowledge the completion of the
Wettable Acres Determination. All necessary Wettable Acre Determination Field Data Sheets and
calculations were completed to conduct a Wettable Acre Determination. The facility's Waste
Utilization Plan has been amended as necessary to reflect actual wetted acreage. A copy of all
worksheets, calculations, and other Wettable Acres Determination documents, along with the
applicable Waste Utilization Plan and Wettable Acre Determination Certification will be filed with
the local Soil and Water Conservation District. A copy will also be kept on site with the Certified
Animal Waste Management Plan. Any future modifications must be approved by a technical
specialist and filed with the Soil and Water Conservation District prior to implementation. If any
modifications to the existing irrigation system or any new irrigation equipment was required to
adequately address the waste management needs of this facility, an Irrigation Specialist or
Professional Engineer has certified the design and installation below.
Owner Name:
Owner Signature:
Date:
Technical Specialist Name:
Technical Specialist Signature: Date:
If assisted by an Irrigation Specialist or Professional Engineer please read and sign below:
Animal waste application equipment has been designed or modified to apply waste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan and according to NRCS Standards. Animal waste
application equipment has been installed according to NRCS Standards and is ready for use.
Irrigation Specialist/PE Name:
Irrigation Specialist/PE Signature: Date:
Submit this form to:
Attn: Sonya Avant
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
WADC — 7/99

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Lagoon Dike Inspection Report
Name of Farm/Facility 5Aw. . O_PAlC,
Location of Farm/Facility
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and Telephone Number
Date of Inspection bqqNames of Inspectors
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Structural Height, Feet _ Freeboard, Feet
Lagoon Surface Area, Acres 3r [�_ Top Width, Feet I
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Upstream Slope,xH:1V 3l l Downstream Slope, xH:1V _� Y
Embankment Sliding? Yes No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Seepage? Yes No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Erosion? Yes 'No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Condition of5_
Vegetative Cover _
(Grass, Trees)
Did Dike Overtop? Yes No If Yes, Depth of Overtopping, Feet
Follow -Up Inspection Needed? Yes __GNo
Engineering Study Needed? Yes !o
Is Dam Jurisdictional to the Dam Safety Law of 1967? Yes No
Other Comments

State of North Carolina CEEIVE
Department of Environme
and Natural Resources ��
BY
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
August 9, 2001
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
Highway 505
Chinquapin NC 28531
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject; Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Pierce Nursery
Facility Number 31-784
Duplin County
Dear Sam Ennis:
A letter dated January 15, 1999 was sent to advise you about concerns associated with Certified Animal
Waste Management Plans and the method by which the irrigated acres within the plans were calculated. Only
the acres that are wetted can be credited in the waste management plan as receiving waste application. Any
acreage within the plan that can not be reached by waste application equipment can not be used as part of your
plan.
An evaluation by Dean Hunkele on l ] /] 4/00 was made to review the actual number of acres at your
facility that receive animal waste during land application. The evaluation of your facility has yielded one of
the following two results as indicated by the box marked with an "X".
Category 1:
The evaluation of your facility could not be completed due to a lack of information. Please
contact your Technical Specialist to assist in providing Dean Hunkele the necessary
information to potentially exempt your facility from undergoing a complete wettable acre
determination. Please submit this information to Dean Hunkele, at 127 Cardinal Drive
Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405-3845, within in 90 days of the receipt of this letter. If you
have any questions please contact Dean Hunkele at [phone]. If within 90 days you
are unable to provide Dean Hunkele with the information you are automatically
required to complete a Wettable Acre Determination as described by Category 2
below, within 180 days of receipt of this letter.
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Animal Waste Management System
Page 2
Category 2:
❑ Your facility has been identified by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
as a facility that may have overestimated the number of acres actually receiving animal
waste. Therefore, some or all of your fields may be exceeding the allowable loading rates
set in your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan.
In order to resolve this issue, please contact a designated Technical Specialist to have him
or her conduct a Wettable Acre Determination for your facility. The Technical Specialist must
be one that has been approved by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission to conduct
Wettable Acre Determinations. Many Technical Specialist with the N.C. Cooperative Extension
Service, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts, the Natural Resources Conservation
Service, and the Division of Soil and Water Conservation have received this special
designation. You may also contact a private Technical Specialist who has received this
designation, or a Professional Engineer.
All needed modifications to your Animal Waste Management System must be made and
the Wettable Acres Determination Certification must be returned to DWQ within the next
180 days. If the needed modifications are not made and if the form is not returned within the
required time, DWQ will be forced to take appropriate enforcement actions to bring this facility
into compliance. These actions may include civil penalty assessments, permit revocation,
and/or injunctive relief.
Once a Wettable Acre Determination has been completed, a copy of the attached Wettable
Acre Determination Certification must be submitted to the address listed on the form. Please
note that both the owner and the Technical Specialist must sign the certification. A copy of all
the Wettable Acre Determination documentation that applies to your Waste Utilization Plan
must be kept at your facility. DWQ and the Division of Soil & Water Conservation Staff will
review all documentation during their annual visit of your facility. An additional copy must by
kept on file at the local Soil & Water Conservation District Office. Please note -that if you install
or modify your irrigation system, a designated Irrigation Specialist or a Professional Engineer
must also sign the Wettable Acre Determination Certification.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Sonya Avant of our
Central Office staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincerely,
.Thorpe, h. .
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
Murphy Family Farms

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
-and,Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT RE UESTED
SAM ENNIS
HIGHWAY 505
CHINQUAPIN NC 28453
Dear Sam Ennis:
If
RECEIVED
MAY 30'001 NCDENR
B i . NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL. RESOURCES
May 23, 2001
Subject: Notice of Violation and Revocation for Nonpayment
Pierce Nursery
Permit Number: AWS310784
Duplin County
In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.10G, all animal operations who receive an animal
waste management system permit will be charged in each year of the term an annual permit fee. Annual permit fees are
billed following the issuance of the permit and then annually thereafter on the anniversary of that date. Your animal waste
management system permit was issued on 2/20/2001.
Your annual permit fee for the period of 2/20/2001 - 2/19/2002 is $50.00. Your payment was due 4/14/2001,
Because this fee was not fully paid within 30 days after being billed, this letter initiates action to revoke the subject permit.
pursuant to 15 NCAC 2H .0205 (c) (4). and G.S. 143-215.1 (b) (3).
Effective 60 days from receipt of this notice, the subject permit is hereby revoked unless the required Annual
Animal Waste Management System Permit fee for your animal operation is received within that time. Operation of an
animal waste management system without a valid permit is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and is
subject to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day. Your payment should be sent to:
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Budget Office
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If you have any questions, please contact Fran McPherson at [phone] ext. 210.
Sinc ely,
Kerr T. Stevens
cc: Non -Discharge Branch Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Health Department
Permit File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Name of Farm/Facility 5� _ }Lk5 hy.7(A
Location of Farm/Facility
Owner's Name, Address
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and Telephone Number
Date of Inspection
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Yes No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Seepage?
Yes No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
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Erosion?
Yes 'No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Condition of
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Vegetative Cover
(Grass, Trees)
Did Dike Overtop?
Yes No If Yes, Depth of Overtopping,
Feet
Follow -Up Inspection Needed? Yes ___---No
Engineering Study Needed?
Yes
No
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State of North Carolina '
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality -
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Acting Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
[►YAul .NW&I
PIERCE NURSERY
HIGHWAY 505
CHINQUAPIN NC 28453
Dear Sam Ennis:
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February 20, 2001
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:DENR
NORTH CAROLINA 'DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS310784
Pierce Nursery
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Duplin County
In accordance with your application received on January 16, 2001, we are forwarding this Certificate of
Coverage (COC) issued to Sam Ennis, 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 Pierce Nursery, located in Duplin County, with an animal capacity of no greater
than 2600 Wean to Feeder and the application to land 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 CAVVMP, 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.
The facility's CAWMP meets all requirements in place at the time of certification. However, it appears
that the irrigation system on site may not adequately cover all acreage listed in the Waste Utilization Plan.
The owner should begin to address this inconsistency as soon as possible.
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.
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Certificate of Coverage AWS310784
Pierce Nursery
Page 2
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.
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 Wilmington 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 Stephanie Milam at [phone] ext. 544.
Sincerely,
irr
T. Stevens
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Duplin County Health Department
T_Wilmington;Regional'Offrce,7 Water-Quality;_Sectiori
Water Duplin County Soil and Conservation District
Permit File
NDPU Files

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Non -Discharge Permit Application Forms,?'��
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
General Permit - Existing Animal Waste Opera ns�'� �p
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The following questions have been completed utilizing information on file with th ivis�Pleasi
review the information for completeness and make any corrections that are appr 'ate. If a
question has not been completed by the Division, please complete as best as possible. of leave
any question unanswered.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1.1 Facility Name: _Pierce Nursery
1.2 Print Land Owner's name: Sam Ennis
1.3 Mailing address: Highway 505
City, State: Chinquapin NC Zip: 28453
Telephone Number (include area code): 910-285-6463 (F) 285-4884 (OIC-H)
1.4 County where facility is located:
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): Southeast of Chinquapin. On Southwest side of Hwy 50
approx. 0.5 mile Northwest of the South end of SR 1971.
1.6 Print Farm Manager's name (if different from Land Owner): Sam Ennis
1.7 Lessee's / Integrator's name (if applicable; please circle which type is listed): Murphy Family Farms
1.8 Date Facility Originally Began Operation:
1.9 Date(s) of Facility Expansion(s) (if applicable):
2. OPERATION INFORMATION:
2.1 Facility No.: 3 1 _ (county number); 784 (facility number).
2.2 Operation Description: Swine operation
Wean to Feeder
2600- Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct'? E yes; Ono. 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
0 Wean to Feeder
0 Feeder to Finish
0 Farrow to Wean (# sow)
0 Farrow to Feeder (# sow)
0 Farrow to Finish (# sow)
No. of Animals T e of Poultry No. of Animals Tyoe of Cattle No. of Animals
0 Layer 0 Dairy
0 Non -Layer 0 Beef
0 Turkey
FORM: AWO-G-E 7/7/99 Page I of 4 31 - 784

3.
2.3 Acreage cleared and available for application (excluding all required buffers and areas not covered by the application
system):-7- tacd : Required Acreage (as listed in the AWMP): 5.2
2.4 Number of lagoons/ storage ponds (circle which is applicable): 1
2.5 Are subsurface drains present within 100' of any of the application fields? YES or (please circle one)
2.6 Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity or under the ]agoon(s)? YES or (please circle one)
2.7 Does this facility meet all applicable siting requirements? (Swine Farm Siting Act, N andards, etc.) (Swine Only)
YES or NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facility's swine houses and lagoon were sited? Cn _
What was the date that this facility's land application areas were sited? C�C\
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.
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 naay not
have been required at the time the facility was certified but should be added to the
CAWMP far 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.
3.3.2 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.
3.3.1 l 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.
Applicants Initials
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FORM: AWO-G-E 7/7/99 Page 3 of 4 31 - 784

Producer:
Location:
Telephone:
Type Operation:
Number of Animals:
(Design Capacity)
STORAGE STRUCTURE:
APPLICATION METHOD:
ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
SAM ENNIS
4382 S NC 50
CHINQUAPIN NC 28521
910-285-6463
New Wean to Feeder Swine
2600.00 pigs
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NRt ' 61
Anaerobic Waste Treatment Lagoon
Irrigation
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a
specified rate to prevent pollution of surface water and/or
groundwater. The plant nutrients in the 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:
1.. 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.
2. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration,
rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and
available water holding capacities..
3. Normally waste shall be applied to land eroding at less than
.5 tons per acre per year. Waste may be applied to land
eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but less than
10 tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter
strips are established.
4. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or
when -the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may
result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed
under DWQ regulations.
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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
5. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and
downwind odor problems.
6. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crop production
and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should
be applied to a growing crop or applied not more than 30
days prior to -planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy.
Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and
reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste application method shown above. If
you choose to change methods in the future, you need to revise this
plan. Nutrient levels for different application methods are not the
same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage
requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from your
waste management facility. In some cases you may want to have plant
analysis made, which could allow additional Waste to be applied.
Provisions shall be made for the area receiving waste to be flexible
so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content and crop type..
Lime must be applied to maintain pH.in the optimum range for specific
crop production.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H .0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
2600 pigs x .40 tons waste/pigs/year = 1040 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
2600 pigs x .48 lbs PAN/pigs/year = 1248 lbs. PAN/year
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, soil type and surface application.
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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION -PLAN
TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS
COMM N
**
* LBS
DETERMINING PHASE
CODE
AW N
PER
ACRES
AW N
PER AC
AC
USED
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or
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APPLY
RESID.
APPLIC
METH
N
TIME
8090
1
AUB
W
45
80
10
5 3
264
I
+OCT-
max
8090
DSB
18
72
3.3
�-1
JAUB
I
1237.6
+JUN-
SEPT 15
8090
2
AUB
W
3.42
I I
145
180 110
1273.6
+OCT-
MAR
8090
DSB
1-2
JAUB
I
�18
172
13.42
124G.24
+JUN-
SEPT 15
8090
3
FOA
BH
6.0
300
I
10.96
1288
+APR-
AUG31
8090
SG
1
1-3
1
I
1100 1
10.9G
196
+SEP-
MAR
`END II I
TOTAL11405.44
- - Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e.
interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
appilcation may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while
meeting the N requirements. In the future, regulations may
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require farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a
nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
plan only addresses nitrogen.
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TABLE 2: •ACRES WITH NOTARIZED AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached.)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land.
See required specification 2.)
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS
COMM N
**
* LBS
DETERMINING PHASE
CODE
AW N
PER
ACRES
AW N
PER AC
AC
USED
----
or
-------
APPLY
RESID.
APPLIC
METH
N
TIME
END
TOTAL
-- - Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or
winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
application may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc, interseeded
in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through grazing,
hay and/or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed
when they reach a height of six to nine inches. Cattle
should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four
inches. In fields where small grain, etc, is to be removed
for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small
grain to reach maturity, especially late in the season (i.e.
April or May). Shading may result if small grain gets too
high and this will definitely interfere with stand of
bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced
yields and less nitrogen being utilized. Rather than
cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as
is the normal situation, you are encouraged to cut the small
grain earlier. You 'may want to consider harvesting hay or
silage two to three times during the season, depending on
time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc, is late
September or early October. Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should -be grazed or mowed to a
height of about two inches before drilling for best results.
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** Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in fields due to
overseeding.
* lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in tables 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE
CROP
UNITS
PER UNIT
BH
HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-HAY
TONS
50
DSB
DOUBLE CROPPED SOYBEANS
BUSHELS
4
SG
SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED
AC
100
W
WHEAT
BUSHELS
2
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
**
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
WETTABLE
_ACRES
LBS AW N USED
7.68
1405.44
0
0
7.68
1405.44
* BALANCE
-157.44
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.
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*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to fully
.utilize the animal waste N produced.
Acres shown in each of the preceding tables are considered to be the
usable acres excluding required buffers, filter strips along ditches,
odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving
full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION:
The waste utilization.plan must contain provisions for periodic land
application of sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient
rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over application
of nutrients or other elements. 'Your production facility will produce
approximately 197.6 pounds of plant available nitrogen peryear in the
sludge.
If you remove the sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately 988
pounds of PAN to utilize. Assuming you apply this PAN to hybrid
bermudagrass hayland at the rate of 300 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you
will need 3.29333333333 acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at
the rate of 125 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you will need 7.904 acres
of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and
land needed. Actual requirements could vary by 254 depending on your
sludge waste analysis, soil types, realistic yields, and application
methods.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the
soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or ponding occurs. This
rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure, soil
texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application amount
should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the
time of irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed
the nitrogen_,needs of the crop.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan,
it is the responsibility of the producer and irrigation designer to ensure
that an irrigation system is installed to properly irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
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WASTE
UTILIZATION
PLAN
amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application
rates and amounts.
Tract
I
l Field l
Soil Type
8090
I
l 1 I
AUB
8090
f
12 (
AUB
8090
I
13 I
FOA
8090 I
I
--1 l
AUB
8090
I
l -2 I
AUB
8090
I 1
I -3
I
l crop
I
W
W
I BH
I DSB
DSB
SG
(Application RatelApplic. Amount
(in/hr) l (inches)
1 .5 I *1
.5 I *1
I
l .50 l *1.0
I
l .5 ( *1
I
i • 5 ! *�
I
•5 I *1
I
* This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil
assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the crop is not over
applied. In many situations, the application amount shown cannot
be applied because of the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil
conditions. -
Your facility is designed for 180.00 days of temporary storage and
the temporary storage must be removed on the average of once every
6.00 months. In no instance should the volume of the waste be stored
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in your structure be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or one
foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and waste applicator to
ensure that the spreader equipment is operated properly to apply the
correct rates to the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply
the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may
make this plan invalid. ,
Call your technical specialist after you receive the waste analysis
report for assistance in determining the amount of waste per acre and
the proper application rate prior to applying the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
THIS PLAN IS A REVISION OF THE PLAN DATED 11/20/98. MR PIERCES PLAN IS WRITTEN
BASED ON THE APPROXIMATE EFFECTIVE IRRIGATED ACRES COVERED BY THE SOLID SET
SYSTEM INSTALLED ON THIS FARM.
THE DATES IN TABLE ONE SHOULD -BE FOLLOWED FOR PUMPING ON THE COASTAL AND
SMALLGRAIN OVERSEEDING ON FIELD THREE.
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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,
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the
producer either owns or has'an agreement for use of adequate
land on which to properly -apply 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)
S. 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.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled
cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or
grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the application
does not occur during a season prone to flooding. (See "Weather
and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration rate 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.
S. Animal waste shall not be applied to'saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such
a manner that the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that
would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage from animal
waste should also be considered.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
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 a discharge or by over -spraying.
Animal waste may be applied to prior converted cropland provided
they have been approved as a land application site by a
"technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharges 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.
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.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
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 preplant 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
element. zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be
monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when these
metals 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. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North
Carolina regulations.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm:PIERCES PIG NURSERY(31-784)
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
North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) 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 NCDWQ upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: SAM ENNIS
(Please print)
Signature:
Date:
Name of Manager(If different from owner): t p c-f"
Signature: �Z� Date: DJ
r
Name of Person Preparing Plan: (Please print)HILLY W. HOUSTON
Affiliation:DUPLIN SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Phone No. 910-296-2120
Address (Agency): PO SOX 277
KENANSVILLE NC 28349
Signature: Date: eh 6 0�
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System Calibration
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Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average tion !
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and applicatio s
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particula
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 for 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 at
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
throughout 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.
`Reprinted for Cerrification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
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 means
.that at the fast signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation according to
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 future wet
periods. In the late summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the low
marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made to
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as ,long as the weather and waste
utilization plan will allow 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 Iagoon 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

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 wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the -lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could Iead to erosion and weakening of the dam: If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary -fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with .potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps ---check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose f ttings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large. amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement_
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your -pumping
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not.the time
to think about switching, repairing , or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is full,
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry 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 that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an 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 bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before
waste loading begins, talang 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 li#d_
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.
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better -the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash wash into the lagoon several tunes daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained -
and recharged each day, also work well.

Practice water conservation —minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking- waterers, broken pipes and washdown thmugh
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Mauageme=
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Puce visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 2-1).
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so that -temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide uaaaimum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than I 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 the liquid
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 confinement houses or -
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges
Do not allow trew 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 a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge.Removal:
Ratr, of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:

proper Iagoon 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:
Hare a custom applicator.
Na 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 Iagoon; 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.

Possible Causes or 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. a.unming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring struemm safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon stxucmie -an example is the placement of a pipe,
in the dam without proper design and construction. (Consult.an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels —high levels -are. a safety risk.
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam.
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon.
Liner integrity —protect from inlerpipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If Iagoon 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.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ) I 0 _ t�
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS) Q. kC' ,-
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCO) a, _a
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) do
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) _ako �r✓,�Q_���
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 an accessible
location for all' employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should
take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may ore may not be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwo.
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 sidewali of lagoon. Often this is, seepage as opposed
to flowing leaks -possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch from the embankment -to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of -the side walls and lagoon,
bottom as soon as possible.
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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
c. Any damage notes, such as employee injury
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach su
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to n
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on
h. How much reached surface waters?
Contact appropriate agencies.
for what duration?
fish kills, or property damage?
face waters?
ach surface waters?
or off the property}?
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 incident from item 2
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of
the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that -have been
under taken, and the seriousness of the 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 - -.
If none. of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff's Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
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:
Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name: V\*Ma--�
b. Phone: ( C, %':: �; � _> 1
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.
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INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
-- - - (Liquid Systems) _-
Flush Gutters Accumulation of solids ( ush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated
nailds from gutters as designed.
( Remove, bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids aintain 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 ( aintain 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 ( ) 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. 15-30 day interval during wirtaerl.
Feed Storage Accumulations of feed residues () 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.
anima( Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes ( ) Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and feed wastage and other locations where waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animals is minimal.
() Maintain fence rows and filter strips around arvmai
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes
(i.e. inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids as needed).
IIC-November 11. 1996

Dry Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes () Remove spillage on a routine basis {e.g. 7-10 day
Systems interval during summer, 1 S-30 days interval during
winter) whore manure is loaded for lend application
or disposal.
{) Provide for adequate drainage around manure stocet-
(} Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated wastes
in.'ilter stripes around stockpiles and manure handling
areas as needed.
The issues checked ( ) pertain to this operatidn. The Ian downer/integrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
insect control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned insect control Best Managemerrr Practices have been reviewed with me.
A, e4-, � r, I - ': -
(Landowner Signature)
For more infortsiation contact -the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613,.North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
Z7695-7613.
kMIC—November 11. 1996

SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL. CHECKLIST
Source Cause 8MP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead Swine production egetative or wooded buffers;
(aAacommandad best management
practices:
(t1✓Good judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces Dirty manure -covered animals (V6ry floors
Floor surfaces Wet manure -covered floors [4.Slotted ffeors;
(^aterers located over slotted floors;
V�v--clers at high and of solid floors;
(y crape manure buildup from floors;
( ) Underfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection pits Urine VFrequant manure removal by flush,pir
recharge,or scrape
Parita( micorbie( decomposition { } Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans Volatile gases: WFan maintenance;
Dust ( ) Efficient air movement
Indoor surfaces Dust wWasirdown between groups of animals
() Feed additives;
{ } Feeder covers;
(} Feed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
Flush tanks Agitation of recycled lagoon (} Flush tank covers
liquid whiles tanks are filling () Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with ant; -siphon vents
Flush alleys Agitation during wastewater () Underfloor flush with underfloor
conveyananee ventilation
Pit recharge points Agitation of recycled lagoon ( ) Extend rechard lines to near bottom of
liquid while pits are filling pits with anti -siphon vents
lift stations Agitation during sump tank filling (} Sump tank covers
and drawdown
Outside drain collection Agitation during wastewater { } Box covers
or junction boxes conveyance .
End of drainpipes at lagoon Agitation during wastewater (} Extend discharge point of pipes
undemeetn lagoon liquid level
.agoon surfaces Volatile gas omissions tKPropor Iagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing (%.),-Correct lagoon startup procedures
Agitation ( ) Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
("'nimum agitation when pumping
[ } Mechanical aeration
{) Proven biological additives
rigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation (Voffigato on dry days with little or no wind
Wind draft (V/M/inimum recommended operation pressure
(4e�uimp intake near lagoon liquid surface
( I Pump from second -stage lagoon
VIOC—November 11, 1996

Storage tank or.basin Partial microbial decomposition () Bottarn or midlevel loading
surface Mixing while filling O Tank covers
Agitation when emptying (} 8"ri surface mats of solids
(} Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface Partial mieobial decomposition ( ) Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
Mixing while filling level
Agitation when emptying { } Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading (} Soil injection of slurry/sludges
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions { } Wash residual manure from spreader after use
(} Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry Volatile gas emissions while drying {) Soil infection of slurry/sludges
or sludge on field surfaces {) Soil incorponstion within 48 hours
{) Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
{ Proven biological additives or oxidants
Deed animals Carcass decomposition (roper disposition of carcasses
Dead animal disposal Carcass decomposition {) Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
pits {) Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators Incomplete combustion ( ) Secondary stack burners
Standing water around Improper drainage ( redo and landscape such that water drains
facilities Microbial decomposition of away from facilities
organic matter
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads ( arm access road maintenance
roads from farm access
Additional information: Available From:
Swine Manure Managemert, 0200 Rule/BMP Packet
NCSU-Coumy Extension Canter
Swine Production Forma Potential Odor Sources and Remedies, EBAE Fact Sheet
NCSU-8AE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit fiecharga—lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
NCSU-8AE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Flusa—lagoon Treatment. EBAE 1ZS-38
NCSU-BAE
-agoon Desig and Management for livestock Manure Treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-93
NCSU-13AE
.alibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
NCSU-SAE
.ontrolling Odors from Swine buildings: PIH-33
NCSU-Swine Extension
invironmental Assurane Program: NPPC Manuel
NC Park Produces Assoc
)ptions for Managing Odor, a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
NCSU Agri Communications
luisance Concerns in Animai Manure Management, Odors and Flies; PRa107, 1995 Conference Proceedings Roride Cooperative Extension
'he issues checked ( ) pertain to this operation. The landowner/integrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
dor control measures as practical.
certify the aforementioned odor control Best Managment Practices have beentreviewed wirh mo
,Landow er Signature)
IOC —November 11, 1996

MORTALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS
(check which methods) are being implemented)
( ) Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours
after knowledge of -the death. The burial be at' least 300 feet from
any flowing steam or public body of waxer.
( ZRendering at a rendering plant licensed under G. S. 106-166.7
( ) Complete incineration
( } in the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and
design approved by the Department of Agriculture.
( } Any method 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)

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]perator:Sam Ennis County: Duplin Date: 10/21/94
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner): 1000.0 feet
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0
sows
(farrow to
finish)
x
1417
lbs. =
0
lbs
0
sows
(farrow to
feeder)
x
522
lbs. =
0
lbs
0
head
(finishing
only)
x
135
lbs. -
0
The
0
sows
(farrow to
wean)
x
433
lbs. =
0
lbs
2600
head
(wean to feeder)
x
30
lbs. =
78000
lbs
Describe other :
0
Total Average Live Weight = 78000 lbs
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 78000 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 78000 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
4. TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length (feet)-----------------------
200.0
Inside top width (feet) ----------------------
120.0
Top of dike elevation (feet)------------------
92.5
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet)------------
82.5
Freeboard (feet)-------------------------------
1.0
Side slopes (inside lagoon)-------------------
3.0 : 1
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2 LENGTH
WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 194.0
114.0 9.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
194.0 114.0
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
140.0 60. 0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
167.0 87.0
22116 (AREA OF TOP)
8400 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
58116 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
22116.0 58116.0 8400.0 1.5
Total Designed Volume Available = 132948 CU. FT.

5. TEMPORARY S DRAQE RI�QUIRET)
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width =
200.0 120.0 24000.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet Describe this area.
TOTAL DA 24000.0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
5A. Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Volume = 78000 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume 142480 gals. or 19048.1 cubic feet
5B. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0.0 gallons/day *
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
5C. Volume of rainfall in excess of.evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall - 7.0 inches
Volume = 7.0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 14000.0 cubic feet

5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.5 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 15000.0 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A.
19048
cubic
feet.
5B.
0
cubic
feet
5C.
14000
cubic
feet
5D.
15000
cubic
feet
TOTAL 48048 cubic feet
S. SUMMARY
Temporary storage period____________________> 180 days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation== _______> 7.0 inches
25 year -- 24 hour rainfall_________________=> 7.5 inches
Freeboard___________________________________> 1.0 feet
Side 'slopes====----------------------=_--___> 3.0 . 1
Inside top length==--=______________________> 200.0 feet
Inside top width=====_______________________> 120.0 feet
Top of dike elevation============___________> 92.5 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation=====_____________> 82.5 feet
Total required volume_______________________> 126048 cu. ft.
Actual design volume=====___________________> 132946 cu. it.
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===> 88.5 feet
Stop pumping elev. __________________________> 88.8 feet
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev.====______> 88.5 feet
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el. _> 88.5 feet
Required minimum treatment volume=====______> 78000 cu. ft.
Volume at stop pumping elevation=====_____-_> 79735 cu. ft.
Start pumping elev. __---__------ _--_______-=> 90.6 feet
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==> 117948 cu. ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation=====______> 113783 cu. ft.
Required volume to be pumped====-________=__> 33048 cu. ft. +
Actual volume planned to be pumped=====_____> 34049 cu. ft. +
Min. thickness -..of soil liner when required==> 1.5 feet
DESIGNED BY: y� APPROVED BY:
DATE: �r ��� DATE: !z/Z 9/9¢
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS:

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN SHEET 1 OF 2
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
180 days of temporary storage. The time required for the planned
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reached may vary
due to site conditions, weather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists of 180 days storage for:
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the 25 year - 24 hour storm for the location.
The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals will be
fairly constant throughout the year and from year to year, but excess
rainfall will vary from year to year. The 25 year rainfall will not
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping cycle, but this storage
volume must always be available.
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of pipe(s) from
building(s). If the outlet pipe is not installed at the elevation to
begin pumping, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to indicate when pumping should begin. An elevation must be established
to stop pumping to maintain lagoon treatment depth.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply waste without
runoff or.- leaching.
Land application of waste water is recognized as an acceptable
method of disposal. Methods of application include solid set,
center pivot, guns, and traveling gun irrigation. Care should be
taken when applying waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
1. It is strongly recommended that the treatment lagoon be pre -
charged to 1/2 its capacity to prevent excessive odors during
start-up. Pre -charging reduces the concentration of the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducing odors. Solids should be
covered with effluent at all times. When precharging is complete,
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresh water should not
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see attachment)
before land application.
3. Begin temporary storage pump -out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 90.6 as marked by permanent marker. Stop pump --
out when the fluid level reaches elevation 88.8 . This temporary
storage, less 25 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 33048 cubic feet or
247200 gallons.

SHEET 2 OF 2
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (1) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.3
inch per hour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surface runoff is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
8. Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetated buffer around
waste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streams. Waste will
not be applied in open ditches. Do not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a well. Waste shall be applied in a
manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977'prohibits the discharge of
pollutants into waters of the United States. The Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Division of Environ-
mental Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this law.

SHEET 1 OF 2
SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTE TREATMENT LAGOONS
----------------------------------------------------------
FOUNDATION PREPARATION:
The foundation area of the lagoon embankment and building pad shall be
cleared of trees, logs, stumps, roots, brush, boulders, sod and rubbish.
Satisfactory disposition will be made of all debris. The topsoil from
the lagoon and pad area should be stripped and stockpiled for use on
the dike and pad areas. After stripping, the foundation area of the
lagoon embankment and building pad shall be thoroughly loosened prior
to placing the first lift of fill material to get a good bond.
EXCAVATION AND EARTHFILL PLACEMENT:
The completed excavation and earthfill shall conform to the lines,
grades, and elevations shown on the plans. Earthfill material shall
be free of material such as sod, roots, frozen soil, stones over
6 inches in diameter, and other objectionable material. To the extent
they are suitable, excavated materials can be used as fill. The fill
shall be brought up in approximately horizontal layers not to exceed 9
inches in thickness when loose and prior to compaction. Each layer
will be compacted by complete coverage with the hauling and spreading
equipment or standard tamping roller or other equivalent method.
Compaction will be considered adequate when fill material is observed
to consolidate to the point that settlement is not readily detectible.
NOTE THE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PLACEMENT OF LINERS IN THE LINER
SECTION OF THIS SPECIFICATION. The embankment of the lagoon shall be
installed using the more impervious materials from the required
excavations. Construction of fill heights shall include 5 percent for
settlement. Dikes over 15 feet in height and with an impoundment
capacity of 10 acre-feet or more fall under the jurisdiction of the NC
Dam Safety Law. The height is defined as the difference in elevation
from the constructed height to the downstream toe of the dike.
Precautions shall be taken during construction to prevent excessive
erosion and sedimentation.
LINER: THE MINIMUM REQUIRED THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.5 ft.
NOTE: LINERS (PARTIAL OR FULL) ARE REQUIRED WHEN THE ATTACHED SOILS
INVESTIGATION REPORT SO INDICATES OR WHEN UNSUITABLE MATERIAL IS
ENCOUNTERED DURING CONSTRUCTION. A TYPICAL CROSS SECTION OF THE LINER
IS INCLUDED IN THE DESIGN WHEN LINERS ARE REQUIRED BY THE SOILS REPORT.
When areas of unsuitable material a•re encountered, they will be over -
excavated below finish grade to the specified depth as measured
perpendicular to the finish grade. The foundation shall be backfilled
as specified to grade with a SCS approved material (ie - CL,SC,CH).
REFER TO THE SOILS INVESTIGATION INFORMATION IN THE PLANS FOR SPECIAL
CONSIDERATIONS.

SHEET 2 OF 2
Soil liner material shall come from an approved borrow area. The
minimum water content of the liner material shall be optimum moisture
content which relates to that moisture content when the soil is kneaded
in the hand it will form a ball which does not readily separate. Water
shall be added to borrow as necessary to insure proper moisture content
during placement of the liner. The moisture content of the liner
material shall not be less than optimum water content during placement.
The maximum water content relates to the soil material being too wet
for efficient use of hauling equipment and proper compaction. Proper
compaction of the liner includes placement in 9 inch lifts and
compacted to at least 90 percent of the maximum ASTM D698 Dry Unit
Weight of the liner material. When smooth or hard, the previous lift
shall be scarified and moistened as needed before placement of the next
lift.
The single most important factor affecting the overall compacted perme-
ability of a clay liner, other than the type of clay used for the
liner, is the efficient construction processing of the compacted liner.
The sequence of equipment use and the routing of equipment in an estab-
lished pattern helps assure uniformity in the whole placement and
compaction process. For most clay soils, a tamping or sheepsfoot
roller is the preferable type of compaction equipment.
The soil liner shall be protected from the discharge of waste outlet
pipes. This can be done by using some type of energy dissipator(rocks)
or using flexible outlets on waste pipes.
Alternatives to soil liners are synthetic liners and bentonite sealant.
When these are specified, additional construction specifications are
included with this Construction Specification.
CUTOFF TRENCH:
--------------
A cutoff trench shall be constructed under the embankment area when
showy, on a typical cross section in the plans. The final depth of the
cutoff trench shall be determined by observation of the foundation
materials.
VEGETATION:
All exposed embankment and other bare constructed areas shall be seeded
to the planned type of vegetation as soon as possible after construc-
tion according to the seeding specifications. Topsoil should be placed
on areas of the dike and pad to be seeded. Temporary seeding or mulch
shall be used if the recommended permanent vegetation is out of season
dates for seeding. Permanent vegetation should be established as soon
as possible during the next period of approved seeding dates.
REMOVAL OF EXISTING TILE DRAINS
-------------------------------
When tile drains are encountered, the tale will be removed to a minimum
of 10 feet beyond the outside toe of slope of the dike. The'tile
trench shall be backfiiled and compacted with good material such as
SC, CL, or CH.

SEEDING SPECIFICATIONS
-----------------------
AREA TO BE SEEDED: 2.0 ACRES
USE THE SEED MIXTURE INDICATED AS FOLLOWS:
120.0 LBS. FESCUE GRASS AT 60 LBS. /ACRE
(BEST SUITED ON CLAYEY OR WET SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: SEPTEMBER 1 TO NOVEMBER 30
FEBRUARY 1 TO MARCH 30
0.0 LBS. RYE GRAIN AT 30 LBS./ACRE (NURSERY FOR FESCUE)
0.0 LBS. ' PENSACOLA' BAHIA GRASS AT 60 LBS. /ACRE
(SEE FOOTNOTE NO. 1)
SEEDING DATES: MARCH 15 TO JUNE 15
0.0 LBS. HULLED COMMON: BERMUDA GRASS AT 8 LBS. /ACRE
(SUITED FOR MOST SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: APRIL 1 TO JULY 31
0.0 LBS. UNHULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 10 LBS./ACRE
SEEDING DATES: JANUARY 1 TO MARCH 30
80.0 LBS. RYE GRASS AT 40 LBS./ACRE (TEMPORARY VEGETATION)
SEEDING DATES: DECEMBER 1 TO MARCH 30
LBS.
APPLY THE FOLLOWING:
2000.0 LBS. OF 10-10-10 FERTILIZER (1000 LBS./ACRE)
4.0 TONS OF DOLOMITIC LIME (2 TONS/ACRE)
200.0 BALES OF SMALL GRAIN STRAW (100 BALES/ACRE)
ALL SURFACE DRAINS SHOULD BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO SEEDING. SHAPE
ALL DISTURBED AREA IMMEDIATELY AFTER EARTH MOVING IS COMPLETED.
APPLY LIME AND FERTILIZER THEN DISK TO PREPARE A 3 TO 4 INCH
SMOOTH SEEDBED. APPLY SEED AND FIRM SEEDBED WITH A CULTIPACKER
OR SIMILAR EQUIPMENT. APPLY MULCH AND SECURE WITH A MULCH
ANCHORING TOOL OR NETTING.
1. PENSACOLA BAHIAGRASS IS SLOWER TO'ESTABLISH THAN COMMON
BERMUDA GRASS. WHEN USING BAHIA, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT 8
LBS./ACRE OF COMMON BERMUDA BE INCLUDED TO PROVIDE COVER
UNTIL BAHIAGRASS IS ESTABLISHED.
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Facility Number: 31 - 784
Facility Name: Pierce Nursery
4. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
I, �]G` r��r�� in (Land Owner's name listed in question 1.2), 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 to 0 as incomplete.
Signature
5. MANAGER
Date V- N i — 0 }
TIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land Owner)
I, E'tobe� 'E.e—t' C_-e— (Manager's name listed in question 1.6), attest that this
application For !h :�rt e_y%_'e_ N y us s cy, (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best 3f 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 \ " \ i - 4 I
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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ANIMAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN CERTIFICATION FOR NEW OR EXPAf� FEEDf!STJ
Please return the completed form to the Division of Environmental Management at the address on thNre side o�f'tliis
form. A -
Name of farm (Please print): T Pierce Nursery _ „V
Address: 1426 Aquarius Drive Wilmington. NC 28405
Phone No.: County: Duplin
Farm location: latitude and Longitude: 34° 48'' 177 47 ' 45"( required). Also, please attach a copy of a county road
map with location identified. Type of operation (swine, layer, dairy, etc,): ne
Design capacity (number of animals): , 2600 Wean to Feeder
Average size of operation (12 month population avg.): 2600
Average acreage needed for land appllcation of waste (acres): �. z
Technical Specialist Certification
As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to
15A NCAC 6F .0005, 1 certify that the new or expanded animal waste management system as installed for the farm named
above has an animal waste management plan that meets the design, construction, operation and maintenance standards
and specifications of the Division of Environmental Management and the USDA -Soil Conservation Service and/or the North
Carolina Soil and Water Conservation pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0217 and 15A NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The following
elements and their corresponding minimum criteria have been verified by me or other designated technical specialists and
are included in the plan as applicable: minimum separations (buffers); liners or equivalent for lagoons or waste storage
ponds; waste storage capacity; adequate quantity and amount of land for waste utilization (or use of third party); access or
ownership of proper waste application equipment, schedule for timing of applications; application rates: loading rates; and
the control of the discharge of pollutants from stormwater runoff events less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please print): M: Kevin Wesoon
Affiliation: Murphy Family Farms, Inc
Address (Agency): P. O. Box 759 Rose Hill, NC 28458 Phone No, f9101289-2111
Signature: _ 7`1 _ _ Date: �� Z,/9
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand the operation and maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste management plan
for the farm named above and will implement these procedures. I (we) know that any additional 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 Environmental Management 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 either through a man-
made conveyance or through runoff from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan
will be filed at the farm and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District.
Name of Land Ornner (Please Print;
Signature:
Name of Manager, if different from owner (Please Print): Z QEx r R ec E
Signature: `T/� Q _ ,�;�,�c�Cr�' Date:
Note: A change in land ownership requires notification or a new certification (if the approved plan is changed) to be
submitted to the Division of Environmental Management within 60 days of a title transfer.
DEM USE ONLY: ACNEW#

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
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
Highway 505
Chinquapin NC 28453
Farm Number: 31 - 784
Dear Sam Ennis:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
December 13, 2000
You are hereby notified that Pierce Nursery, in accordance with G.S. 143-215. IOC, must apply for coverage under an
Animal Waste Operation General Permit. Upon receipt of this letter, your farm has sixty (60) days to submit the attached
application and all supporting documentation. In accordance with Chapter 626 of 1995 Session Laws (Regular Session
1996), Section 19(c)(2), any owner or operator who fails to submit an application by the date specified by the
Department SHALL NOT OPERATE the animal waste system after the specified date. Your application must be
returned within sixty (60) days of receipt of this letter. Failure to submit the application as required may also subject your
facility to a civil penalty and other enforcement actions for each day the facility is operated following the due date of the
application.
The attached application has been partially completed using information listed in your Animal Waste Management
Plan Certification Form. If any of the general or operation information listed is incorrect please make corrections as noted on
the application before returning the application package. The signed original application, one copy of the signed application,
two copies of a general location map, and two copies of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan must be returned to
complete the application package. The completed package should be sent to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please call .Theresa Nartea at [phone] extension 375 or
Stoney Matthis with the Wilmington Regional Office at [phone].
fs"Sincerely,
a
for Kerr T. Stevens
cc: Permit File (w/o encl.)
Wilmington Regional Office (w/o encl.)
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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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
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
Hwy 505
Chinquapin NC 28453
Dear Sam Ennis:
A 4
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMeNT At4o NATURAL RESOURCES
December 30, 1999
Subject: Fertilizer Application Recordkeeping
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 31-784
Duplin County
This letter is being sent to clarify the recordkeeping requirement for Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)
application on fields that are part of your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan.
In order to show that the agronomic loading rates for the crops being grown are not being exceeded, you
must keep records of all sources of nitrogen that are being added to these sites. This would include nitrogen
from all types of animal waste as well as municipal and industrial sludges/residuals, and commercial fertilizers.
Beginning January 1, 2000, all nitrogen sources applied to land receiving animal waste are required to
be kept on the appropriate recordkeeping forms (i.e. IRR1, IRR2, DRY I, DRY2, DRY3, SLUR1, SLUR2,
SLD1, and SLD2) and maintained in the facility records for review. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)
compliance inspectors and Division of Soil and Water operation reviewers will review all recordkeeping during
routine inspections. Facilities not documenting all sources of nitrogen application will be subject to an
appropriate enforcement action.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Sonya Avant of the
DWQ staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
.lames B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
Hwy 505
Chinquapin NC 28453
Dear Sam Ennis:
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
December 8, 1999
Subject: Conditional Approval
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 31-784,
Duplin County
Our records indicate that your facility was conditionally certified in order to fulfill the requirements of
completion of your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan Certification. This letter is to inform you of your
unresolved conditional approval status. Any facility receiving a conditional approval must notify Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) in writing within 15 days after the date that the work needed to resolve the conditional certification
has been completed. Any failure to notify DWQ as required, subjects the owner to an enforcement action. As of
December 7, 1999, we have no record of any information from you, advising us of the status of your conditional
approval. Therefore, please fill out the attached form and have your technical specialist and landowner sign the form
in the appropriate areas.
The completed form must be submitted to this office on or before 45 days of receipt of this letter. Please be
advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or liability for failure to
provide DWQ with proper notification of your conditional certification status or possible failure to comply with the
requirement to develop and implement a certified animal waste management plan by December 31, 1997.
If you have any. questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact me at [phone]
extension 571.
Sincerely,
ZJCA�
Sonya L. Avant
Environmental Engineer
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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,JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number----
F arm N ame:--
On-Site Representative: �er-
InspectorlReviewer's Name: #. 2
Date of site visit:
Date of most recent WUP: V "Qc
Annual farm PAN deficit: i 617 pounds
Operation is flagged for a wettable
acre determination due to failure of
Part If eligibility items) F1 F2 F3 F4
Operation not required to secure WA
determination at this time baser! on
exemption E7 E2 E3 E4
Operation pended for wettable acre
determination based on a1 P2 P3
Irrigation Systems), circle #: 1. lard -hose traveler, 2. center -pivot system; 3. linear -move system;
[,Dtatianary sprinkler system wlpermanent pipe; 5. stationary sprinkler system wlportable pipe;
B. stationary gun system wlpermanent pipe; 7. stationary gun system wlportable pipe
PART I. WA Determination Exemptions (Eligibility failure, Part 11, overrides Part I exemption.)
E1 Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an i or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and D�D3 irrigation operating parameter sheets, including neap
depicting wettable acres, is complete and signed by an l or PE.
E3 Adequate D, irrigation operating parameter shebt, including map depicting
wettable acres, is complete and signed by a WUP.
E4 75% rule exempbon.as verified in Part III. (NOii=:75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part It. Complete. eligibility
checklist, Part 11- F1,F2 F3, before completing computabonal table in _Part III).
PART .11. 75% Rule .Eligibility Checklist and .Documentation of WA Determinati on
Requirements. WA.Determination:regvired.because-gnaration?ailsDne of the eIigibiiity
requirements fistedbeiow:
_ F1 ' .Lack,oT-acreageanrnic:h-resufiedin:over:ap�iic atiD=f_-wastewater_(PAN) on:spray-
field(s)-accordinaioearm'sdasttwo yearsmftmoafjionsecords:
F2 Unclearjllegible, fir lack or-iniormation1map.
F3 Obvious-7ield limitai ons-(numerous:iitches;�aiiurettordeciuctTpquired :..-..
bi.rfferlsetback:acr--age;-or25%=.oftotai-acreageideniifiAdari-CAWMP.::includes _
smail; irregularly-shaped.gelds=-fieids:fess-than 5:acres-7QrJravelers:or.lgss-than
2 acres-for.-siationaryspdnklers).
F4 WA determination -required because CAWVIP credits frreld(s)'s acreage -in excess
of 75% of the respective field's total acreage as noted in table in Par Ill.

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Facility Number
EF
Part 111. Field Dy Field Determination oT
rti% txemption Kum Tor vvA Uetermination
TRACT
NUMBER
FIELD
NUMBER'S
TYPE OF
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
TOTAL
ACRES
CAWMP
ACRES
FIELD
%
COMMENTS3
Too
3.3
)o�
r7!
� IELD NUMBER' - hydrant, pull,zone, or:point numbers may be used in place of field numbers depending an CAWMP
and type of irritation -system. - if pulls, etc. crDssmorefhan 'one field, inspectorireviewer will have to combine'nelds-fD
calcu`,ate 750/6 meld by field determinationior exemptian;-Otherwise operation will be subject to WA determination.
r=IELD'NUMBERZ - must be clearly delineated nnTnap.
COMMENTS'- back-uD fields with CAWMP acreage exceeding75% or its totaLacres and i aavingTeceived Tess han 501"',
❑f i*.s annual PAN as -documented h1he_farm'snrevious=two years' (1997 & 1998) of irricationTecords; 'cannrat serve -as -the
sole basis -ior -requiring a WA Determination:hack-up7felds-must be -noted in the-comment:ser-bDnand mustbe accessible
by irrigation system.
Part W. pending WA -Determinations -
R1 Plan Jacks :followinginformation:_ yn!zAa — t\P,AJ yT
P2 Plan revision Tnay:satisfy`7.5% rule based on adequate overall PAN denci£and by
adjusting all fieldacreagezo-below 75% use rate
P3 Other (Win process of installing new irrigation system):

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources &746ia
Division of Wafter Quality
PM
James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor p E H N Fz
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
April 3, 1997
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
426 Aquarius Dr
Wilmington, NC 28405
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Designation of Operator in Charge
Pierce Nursery- , - ..
Facility Numbe L--784 ,
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Ennis:
You were notified by letter dated November 12, 1996, that you were required to designate a
certified animal waste management system operator as Operator in Charge for the subject facility by
January 1, 1997. Enclosed with that letter was an Operator in Charge Designation Form for your
facility. Our records indicate that this completed Form has not yet been returned to our office.
For your convenience we are sending you another Operator in Charge Designation Form for your
facility. Please return this completed Form to this office as soon as possible but in no case later
than April 25, 1997. This office maintains a list of certified operators in your area if you need
assistance in locating a certified operator.
Please note that failure to designate an Operator in Charge of your animal waste management
system, is a violation of N.C.G.S. 90A-47,2 and you will be assessed a civil penalty unless an
appropriately certified operator is designated. Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be
taken as absolving you of the responsibility and liability for any past or future violations for your
failure to designate an appropriate Operator in Charge by January 1, 1997.
If you have questions. concerning this matter, please contact our Technical Assistance and
Certification Group at [phone].
Sincerely, hhA�
:For Steve W. Tedder, Chief
Water Quality Section
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Facility File
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
November 13, 1996
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
426 Aquarius Dr
Wilmington, NC 28405
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Pierce Nursery
.'78 Facility ID#: 4
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Ennis:
Senate Bill 1217, An Act to Implement Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Study
Commission on Agricultural Waste, enacted by the 1996 North Carolina General Assembly,
requires a certified operator for, each animal waste management system that serves 250 or more
swine by January 1, 1997. The owner of each animal waste management system must submit a
designation form to the Technical Assistance and Certification Group which designates an
Operator in Charge and is countersigned by the certified operator. The enclosed form'must be
submitted by January 1, 1997 for all facilities in operation as of that date. Failure to designate a
certified operator for your animal waste management system is a violation of 15A NCAC 2H
.0224 and may result in the assessment of a civil penalty.
If you have questions concerning operator training or examinations for certification, please
contact your local North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service agent or our office.
Examinations have been offered on an on -going basis in many counties throughout the state for
the past several months and will continue to be offered through December 31, 1996.
Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions concerning this requirement please
call Beth Buffington or Barry Huneycutt of our staff at 919/733-0026.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P. ., Director
Division of Water Quality
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Conditional Approval Verification Form
Facility Name: `�I r Ce- 1. 2 r Facility No.:
Owner(s).Name: Ch,r:
Mailing Address: . " A 5N 25_ Phone No.:
Q Lk-OLD,C\. C-IC Z,-64�5County: 1 i
The facility has satisfactorily completed activities needed to meet the conditions of' the
conditional certification submitted for this facility. The following items have been completed
and verified by me:
p"'All land application equipment has been purchased and properly installed and calibrated to
the correct specifications. Date of installation of equipment: 1 C? ` as
0--'The cropping system is in place on all land as specified in the animal waste manabement
plan. Date cropping system in place: LD -
Name of Technical Specialist (Please'Print):
Agency:
Address (
s
Signature: Date:
k-.12 - 9 5
I verify that the above information is correct and has been satisfactorily completed. I realize that
I will be subject to enforcement if I failed to complete my conditional certification by the date
specified in my Certified Animal Waste Management Plan Certification. I also realize that
failure to meet the conditional certification date is grounds for revocation of my permit or
deemed permit status.
r Name of Land Owner (Please Print): __5t±Z?!
Signature: 1 Date:
md
Return within 30 days following receipt to:
NC Division of Water Quality -Non-Discharge Compliance
and Enforcement Unit
Attention: Sonya Avant
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, N. C. 27699-1617
[phone] extension 571
Anri15. 1999

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
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CONDITIONS AND/OR EXCEPTIONS TO CERTIFICATION
Pierce LVl. rsery
Address: 426 Aquarius Drive Wilmington, NC 28405 County: Du
Name of Land owner (print): Sam Ennis
Signature (Land Owner): rx 11,r. 4, /
Name of Technical Specialist Certifying(print): M. Kevin .. Weston
Signature (Technical Specialist): %lDate: �G
All statements below that are ir.idalled by a technical specialist apply to the attached certification:
The irrigation system has not been installed or evaluated concerning nozzle size, spray pattern,
spacing, pipe size, etc. It is the responsibility of the producer to obtain and operate the
system with the proper components and to supply the required maintenance to assure that no
J . runoff of polluLurlux:�u its during Uperai.i.�7c1 an„ . ..a... L.;. •.:�tc is appli..,.J ..a ui�
13y is =_ (month/day/year) the producer should have an irrigation specialist, possibly
the dealer where the system was purchased, prepare an operation and maintenance plan for
the irrigation system so that the producer knows how to operate the equipment to meet the
non -discharge requirements.
The waste management plan for this operation is based on yields higher than what is now
recommended by NRCS; however, these yields- are obtainable under high levels of
management and the farmer has supporting documentation to justify higher nitrogen
application rates.
►2tLU All of the permanent vegetation required by the waste management plan has not been
established as of the date of this certification. The producer agrees to establish the
vegetation by /� r= 4 (month/day/year), and to provide a temporary small grain crop in
case some pumping is required prior to the establishment of the permaneru vegetation -
The landowner is responsible for notifying DEM in writing that the stated work that has a compliance
date has been completed. This notification must be received by DEM within 15 days of the
compliance date(s) listed above. Please send verification of the properly completed work to: DEM
Planning Branch, P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, N.C. 27626.
certaddn.doc
revised: 6-15-95
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