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Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
Land Quality Section
NCDENR
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
NCG240000
NOTICE OF INTENT
National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System application for coverage under General Permit
NCG240000 for
STORMWATER AND PROCESS WASTEWATER DISCHARGES associated with activities classified as:
SIC Code (Standard Industrial Classification Code) 2875 Compost facilities, and like activities.
For questions, please contact the DEMLR Central Office or Regional Office for your area. (See page 6)
1) Mailing address of owner/operator (official address to which all permit correspondence will be
mailed): (Please print or type all entries in this application form.)
Legal Owner Name Piney Run Farms LLC / Riley Alber
(Please attach the most recent Annual Report to the NC Secretary of State showing the current legal name.)
Street Address 1800 Eastwood Rd #232
City Wilmington State NC ZIP Codegw.,A
Telephone No. gin 66n-A117 Email rileyCa3wilmingtnncnmpogtnompany cnm
Alternate Contact Name Richard rey) Alher III Email (if different) [e-mail]
Alternate Contact Telephone (if different) 910-660-3445
2) Location of facility producing discharge:
Facility Name Wilmington Compost Company, LLC e
Facility Contact Riley Alber
Street Address 7336 Hwy 210 OENR
City Rocky Point State NC ZIP 8VMIRf>Ertwj=W
County Pender
Telephone No. 910 660-3445 Email riles@wilmingtoncompostcompany.00m
3) Physical location information:
Please provide narrative directions to the facility (use street names, state road numbers, and distance and
direction from a roadway intersection). From Rocky Point, turn east on Hwy 210. Travel xx miles. Site will be on the left.
(A copy of a county map or USGS quad sheet with the facility clearly located on the map is a required part of this application.)
4) Latitude 34d25'58" Longitude 77d47'01" (deg, min, sec)
5) This NPDES Permit Application applies to the following (check appropriate box):
® New or Proposed Facility Date operation is to begin
❑ Existing Facility DEMLR Permit #
6) Consulting Engineer's (or other qualified design staffs) application Information:
Consulting Engineer: Shane Lippard, P.E.
Consulting Firm: Right Angle Engineering, P.C.
Mailing Address: 212 Princess St
City: Wimington
State: NC Zip Code: 28401
Phone: (910 ) 251-8544 Fax:(_)
Email: [e-mail]
(Optional)
Staple Business Card Here:
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7) Provide the 4 digit SIC Code that describes the primary industrial activity at this facility:
SIC Code: Z 8 7 8
8) Provide a brief description of the types of Industrial activities and products produced at this facility,
including the DWM compost facility classification:
Compost Manufacturing Other NonHazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal, Farm Supplies Merchant General
Combination Cep Farming. Soil Testing Services
Receiving waters
9) Discharge points / Receiving waters:
Number of discharge points (ditches, pipes, channels, etc.) that convey stormwater and/or process
wastewater off the property:
Stormwater only: Process wastewater only: Both commingled:
What is the name of the body or bodies of water (creek, stream, river, lake, etc.) that the stormwater and/or
process wastewater discharges first enter? Trumpeter Creek
Receiving water classification(s), if known: C,Sw
If the site stormwater discharges to a separate storm sewer system, name the operator of the separate storm
sewer system (e.g. City of Raleigh municipal storm sewer).
Will this facility discharoe to
Shellfishing waters (Classified SA)?
❑ Yes
® No
Trout waters (Classified Tr)?
❑ Yes
© No
High Quality Waters (Classified HOW)?
❑ Yes
Z No
Outstanding Resource Waters (Classified ORW)?
❑ Yes
Z No
Primary Nursery Area waters (Classified PNA)?
❑ Yes
1XI No
Nutrient Sensitive Waters (Classified NSW)?
❑ Yes
Z No
Water Supply Watershed Waters (Classified WS I — WS V)?
❑ Yes
® No
'Zero -flow' streams (as described in 15A NCAC 2B .0206)?
❑ Yes
Z No
Note: Discharge of process wastewater to receiving waters classified as public water supply WS-II
to WS-V must be approved by the Public Water Supply Section of the Division of Water
Resources. If DWR does not approve, coverage under NCG240000 cannot be granted. No new
discharges of process wastewater are permitted in receiving waters classified as WS-1 or
freshwater ORW. Similarly, the Division of Environmental Health Shellfish Sanitation Program
10) Does the facility use any of the following on site?
❑ Liquid, granular, or other materials added for their concentrated phosphorus compounds content?
❑ Liquid, granular, or other materials added for their concentrated nitrogen compounds content?
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Process wastewater (Process wastewaters are defined in Part 11 Section E of the General Permit text.)
11) Will your facility discharge process wastewaters to surface waters?
❑ Yes ® No
12) Are wastewater treatment facilities planned within the 100-year flood plain?
❑ Yes ❑x No
13) Consideration of alternatives to surface water discharge for process wastewaters
a) Land Surface or Subsurface Disposal System (e.g., spray irrigation):
i) Is a land surface or subsurface disposal technologically feasible (possible)?.......... © Yes ❑ No
Why or Why not? Existing ponds located beside windrow areas
ii) Is a land surface or subsurface disposal system feasible to implement?*................M Yes ❑ No
Why or Why not? Ponds are existing and located beside the windrow areas
iii) What is the feasibility of employing a subsurface or land surface discharge as compared to a direct
discharge to surface waters?* Unnecessary due to proximity of existing ponds
b) Connection to a Municipal or Regional Sewer Collection System:
i) Are there existing sewer lines within a one -mile radius? ..................................... ❑ Yes ® No
(1) If Yes, will the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) accept the discharge? ....... ❑ Yes ❑x
(a) If No, please attach a letter documenting that the WWTP will not accept the discharge.
(b) If Yes, is it feasible to connect to the WWTP? Why or why not?*
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c) Closed -loop Recycle System meeting the design requirements of 15A NCAC 2T .1000:
i) Are you already proposing a closed -loop recycle system (CLRS)? ............................. ❑ Yes IN No
(1) If Yes, contact DEMLR's Aquifer Protection Section's Land Application Unit for permitting
alternatives.
(2) If No, is this option technologically feasible (possible)? Why or why not?*
(3) If No, is it feasible to build a CLRS on your site? Why or why not?
(4) What is the feasibility of building a CLRS compared to direct surface water discharge?*
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t� d) Direct Discharge to Surface Waters: Is discharge to surface waters the most environmentally sound
alternative of all reasonably cost-effective options being considered?* .............................. ❑ Yes ❑ No
i) If No, you may not be eligible for coverage under NCG240000; please contact DEMLR's Stormwater
Permitting Unit for guidance.
ii) If No, contact DEMLR's Land Application Unit to determine alternative permitting requirements.
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Ter NC rules at 15A NCAC 2H .0105(c)(2). You maybe asked to provide further information to support your
answers to these questions after the initial review. Feasibility should consider initial and recurring costs.
Process wastewater treatment system performance
You are applying for coverage under NCG240000 which enforces process wastewater effluent limitations on
the pollutants BOD, TSS, pH, and fecal coliform. Except as specifically provided in the General Permit text,
or DEMLR compliance schedule, any exceedances of the process wastewater effluent limitations are a
violation of the terms and conditions of the permit, and may be the basis for DEMLR enforcement action.
Also please note: NC rule 15A NCAC 2H .0139 requires that wastewater treatment system design be
Stormwater
14) Does this facility employ any best management practices for Stormwater control?
❑ No 10 Yes
If Yes, please describe briefly: limited impervious areas, on-sie ponds, on -site sediment basins, dispersed
15) Does this facility have a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan?
® No ❑ Yes
If Yes, when was it implemented?
16) Are vehicle maintenance activities (VMA) occurring or planned at this facility?
❑ No ®Yes Minor equipment repairs.
Other required information: other permitting
17) A complete application must include two 24"x36" site plans drawn to scale with the following
Information: bar scale, north arrow, property lines, topographic contour lines, fence lines, roads, paved
areas, location of the various composting activities with identifying labels, site buildings, surface water
drainage features and wetlands, wells, stormwater and wastewater conveyances, process wastewater
treatment facilities, stormwater BMPs, location of discharge points for both stormwater and process
wastewater discharges, delineation of drainage divides between the various subdrainage areas feeding each
discharge point, delineation of the 100-yr floodplain if present, and a notation of the water quality classification
of the receiving water that site waters eventually discharge to.
16) A complete application must Include: A general and brief narrative description of the compost
manufacturing sequence at the applicant's site, the general feedstocks, the determination of whether the
site's final product qualifies as 'finished compost' as referenced in the General Permit text (NCG240000) and
as determined by the DWM permitting process, identification of the stormwater BMPs employed, and the
general nature of the wastewater treatment system utilized to meet process wastewater discharge limits.
19) Is the facility the subject of any current NCDENR Notice of Violation, consent order, compliance
schedule, or other enforcement action?
® No ❑ Yes
If Yes, provide a brief explanation:
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20) Does this facility have any other NPDES permits?
® No ❑ Yes
If Yes, list them: _
21) Does this facility have any Non -Discharge permits (ex: recycle permits)?
® No ❑ Yes
If Yes, list them:
22) Does this facility have a Division of Waste Management permit?
® No ❑ Yes
If Yes, Permit number(s):
23) Hazardous Waste:
a) Is this facility a Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, or Disposal Facility?
D No ❑ Yes
b) Is this facility a Small Quantity Generator (less than 1000 kg. of hazardous waste generated per month)
of hazardous waste?
O No ❑ Yes
c) Is this facility a Large Quantity Generator (1000 kg. or more of hazardous waste generated per month) of
hazardous waste?
d)
® No ❑ Yes
Type(s) of waste:
How is material stored?
Where is material stored?
How many disposal shipments per year?
Name of transport / disposal vendor:
Vendor address:
L Final Checklist
This application will be returned as incomplete unless all of the following items have been Included:
❑x One check for $100 made payable to NCDENR.
® One original and one copy of this completed and signed application.
® Two copies of the most recent Annual Report to the Secretary of State showing the current legal name.
® Two copies of the site plan.
® Two site location maps (county map or USGS quad sheet) with the location of the facility clearly marked.
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24) Certification:
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 B(i) provides that:
Any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application, record, report, plan, or other
document filed or required to be maintained under this Article or a rule implementing this Article; or who knowingly makes a false
statement of a material fact in a rulemaking proceeding or contested case under this Article; or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly
renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method required to be operated or maintained under this Article or rules of the
[Environmental Management] Commission implementing this Article shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine
not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000).
I hereby request coverage under the referenced General Permit. I understand that coverage under this
permit will constitute the permit requirements for the discharge(s) and is enforceable in the same manner as
an individual permit.
I certify that I am familiar with the information contained in this application and that to the best of my
knowledge and belief such information is true, complete, and accurate.
Printed Name of Person Signing: Riley Alber
Title: CEO (Please note federal rule signatory requirements at 40CFR122.22)
(Signature of
(Date Signed)
Notice of Intent must be accompanied by a check or money order for $100.00 made payable to NCDEN R
Mail the entire package to:
Stormwater Permitting Unit Program
Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
Note
The submission of this document does not guarantee the Issuance of an NPDES permit.
For questions, please contact the DEMLR Central Office or Regional Office for your area.
DEMLR Regional Office Contact Information
Asheville............
[phone]
Fayetteville ........
[phone]
Mooresville ........
[phone]
Raleigh .............(919)
791-4200
Washington.........
[phone]
Wilmington..........
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Winston-Salem...
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, °t `'1 LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ANNUAL REPORT E
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NAME OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: Wilmington Compost Company, LLC
SECRETARY OF STATE ID NUMBER: 1717434
REPORT FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR: 2021
SECTION A:
1. NAME OF REGISTERED AGENT: Alber
2. SIGNATURE OF THE NEW REGISTERED AGENT:
STATE OF FORMATION: NC
E - Filed Annual
Report
1717434
Changes
SIGNATURE CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT
3. REGISTERED AGENT OFFICE STREET ADDRESS & COUNTY 4. REGISTERED AGENT OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS
1800 Eastwood Road #232
1800 Eastwood Road #232
Wilmington, NC 28403 New Hanover County Wilmington, NC 28403
SECTION B:
1. DESCRIPTION OF NATURE OF BUSINESS: Organic Waste Recycling; Compostable Food & Beverage Product Distributor
2. PRINCIPAL OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: [phone] 3. PRINCIPAL OFFICE EMAIL: Privacy Redaction
4. PRINCIPAL OFFICE STREET ADDRESS
1800 Eastwood Road #232
5. PRINCIPAL OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS
1800 Eastwood Road #232
Wilmington, NC 28403 Wilmington, NC 28403
6. Select one of the following if applicable. (Optional see instructions)
❑ The company is a veteran -owned small business
❑ The company is a service -disabled veteran -owned small business
SECTION C: COMPANY OFFICIALS (Enter additional company officials in Section E.)
NAME: Riley Alber NAME:
TITLE: Chief Executive Officer TITLE:
ADDRESS:
1800 Eastwood Rd. Apt. 232
ADDRESS:
NAME:
TITLE:
ADDRESS:
Wilmington, NC 28403
SECTION D: CERTIFICATION OF ANNUAL REPORT. Section D must be completed in its entirety by a personibusiness entity.
Riley Alber
SIGNATURE
Form must be signed by a Company Official listed under Section C of This farm.
Alber
Print or Type Name of Company
3/31/2021
DATE
Chief Executive Officer
Pnnt or Type Title of Company Official
This Annual Report has been filed electronically.
MAIL TO: Secretary of State, Business Registration Division, Post Once Box 29525, Raleigh, NO 27626-0525

0 LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY ANNUAL REPORT
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NAME OF LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY: Piney Run Farms, LLC
SECRETARY OF STATE ID NUMBER: 2025417 STATE OF FORMATION: NC
REPORT FOR THE CALENDAR YEAR: 2021
SECTION A: REGISTERED AGENT'S INFORMATION
1. NAME OF REGISTERED AGENT: Alber, Mary M.
2. SIGNATURE OF THE NEW REGISTERED AGENT:
- Filed Annual
II IINA
Changes
SIGNATURE CONSTITUTES CONSENT TO THE APPOINTMENT
3. REGISTERED AGENT OFFICE STREET ADDRESS & COUNTY 4. REGISTERED AGENT OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS
7390 HWY.210
1800 Eastwood Rd. #232
Rocky Point, NC 28457 Pender County Wilmington, NC 28403
SECTION B: PRINCIPAL OFFICE INFORMATION
1. DESCRIPTION OF NATURE OF BUSINESS:
2. PRINCIPAL OFFICE PHONE NUMBER: [phone] 3. PRINCIPAL OFFICE EMAIL: Privacy Redaction
4. PRINCIPAL OFFICE STREET ADDRESS
7390 Hwy. 210
S. PRINCIPAL OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS
1800 Eastwood Rd. #232
Rocky Point, NC 28457 Wilmington, NC 28403
6. Select one of the following if applicable. (Optional see instructions)
❑ The company is a veteran -owned small business
❑ The company is a service -disabled veteran -owned small business
SECTION C: COMPANY OFFICIALS (Enter additional company officials in Section E.)
NAME: Richard C. Alber. III
TITLE: Member
ADDRESS:
NAME: Riley P. Alber NAME: Richard C. Alber Jr.
TITLE: Member
ADDRESS:
TITLE: Member
ADDRESS:
1005 Boone Rd. 1800 Eastwood Rd. #232 1800 Eastwood Rd. #232
Wilmington, NC 28411 Wilmington, NC 28403 Wilmington, NC 28403
SECTION D: CERTIFICATION OF ANNUAL REPORT. Section D must be completed in its entirety by a person/business entity.
Mary M. Alber
SIGNATURE
Form must be signed by a Company Official listed under Section C of This form.
4/14/2021
DATE
Mary M. Alber Member
Print or Type Name of Company Official Print or Type Title of Company Official
SUBMIT THIS ANNUAL REPORT WITH THE REQUIRED FILING FEE OF $200.00
MAIL TO: Secretary of State, Business Registration Division, Post Office Box 29525, Raleigh, NC 27626-0525

SECTION E: ADDITIONAL COMPANY OFFICIALS
NAME: Mary M. Alber NAME:
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1800 Eastwood Rd. #232
Wilmington, NC 28403
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February 2022
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Section 1.0— General Information
1. The proposed Wilmington Compost Company (WCC) facility is located at 7336 NC Hwy 210 in
Rocky Point, NC (28457). The classification of this facility is Large Type III.
2. The applicant is:
Wilmington Compost Company, LLC / Riley Alber
1800 Eastwood Rd #232, Wilmington, NC 28403
910-660-9117
Rilev(@wilmingtoncompostcompany.com
The applicant is the primary contact for all communication, fees and permit invoices.
3. The landowner is:
Piney Run Farms, LLC
7336 NC Hwy 210, Rocky Point, NC 28457
910-660-3445
[e-mail]
4. The project engineer is:
Right Angle Engineering, P.C. / Shane Lippard, P.E.
212 Princess St, Wilmington, NC 28401
910-251-8544
[e-mail]
Section 2.0—Siting Requirements
1. The proposed WCC facility is located in Pender County, NC, nine miles east of Rocky Point and 9
miles west of Hampstead, NC. The site was previously owned and operated by Running Deer,
LLC as a Land Clearing Inert Debris (LCID) landfill. A map of the LCID is included in the Appendix.
The existing landfill property was located on approximately 72 acres and had access to Highway
210 through an access easement being beside Rocky Point Water & Sewer District water tank
property.
The property first had a minor LCID area and mining permit for soil excavation and sale, which
later was closed in approximately 1999. The site then was converted to a major LCID permitted
site and the excavated areas were used for cover material and reclaimed as on -site retention
ponds to help prevent sedimentation. As the LCID areas expanded, a new sediment basin was
permitted at the rear of the site near where the primary runoff outlet ditch continued off site.
The existing conditions map C1 depicts the extent of the LCID operations as well as haul roads
and ponds.
In converting to a compost facility, the existing filled areas will be brought back down to grade
by processing the vegetated material back in with new feedstocks materials. The existing storm
water flow patterns will remain in place. Minimal impervious areas will be added to the site.

The present land use classification is currently zoned as RA. The site was previously owned and
operated by Running Deer, LLC as a Land Clearing Inert Debris landfill.
Wilmington Compost Company is approved for a Conditional Use Permit under RA Zoning for
the following land uses: Compost Manufacturing, NAICS: 325314; Farm Supplies Merchant,
NAICS: 424910; General Combination Crop Farming, NAICS: 111998; Soil Testing Services, NAICS:
541380; Hunting & Trapping, NAICS: 114210. This approval meets the request from Pender
County Zoning for us to apply for a Conditional Use Permit so that our compost facility and
bona -fide farm operations fall under the appropriate LIDO classifications outlined by Fender
County's Comprehensive Land Use Plan (2007). The Zoning Compliance is also required to
comply with a Type 3 Facility permit application with the North Carolina Division of
Environmental Quality's Department of Solid Waste Management. Please see approval letter
from the county in Appendix.
2. A map of the parcel boundary and proposed facility is included in the Appendix.
3. The Pender County parcel ID for the site is 3265-61-7071-000 comprised of 72.2 acres. A
breakdown of proposed usage and acreage / square footage is included below, with key
numbers as shown on Figure 1:
1. Mixed Use Retail Distribution Zone (8,000 SF): Finish compost will be stockpiled for pickup
by commercial and residential customers.
2. Vegetative Tipping Zone (3.1 Ac): Primary receiving zone of accepted vegetative materials to
be composted.
3. Vegetated Processing Area (1.1 Ac): All feed stocks will be mixed and ground in this area and
monitored prior to placement in compost zone.
4. Windrow Composting Zone (2.2 Ac): Mixed feedstocks will be placed in the composting zone
in windrows approximately 12' wide and 8' high where they will remain for a duration while
continuously being monitored.
5. Screening Zone (0.75 Ac): Completed compost from windrows will be stockpiled in this area
and fed through a screener to separate large materials from the finished product.
6. Finish Compost Zone (1.5 Ac): Material that has passed through the screening process will
cure in this area for approximately 30 days. Offloading will occur in this zone.
7. (Future) Vegetative Processing Zone (4.5 Ac): As business increases, this second processing
zone will come online in approximately 2 years.
8. (Future) Farm Soil Research Field (11.6 Ac): This area is intended to be converted from the
prior LCID landfill to farming and research. Various compost alternatives will be studied with
crops in conjunction with state and local agricultural programs. Possible future space for
operation expansion.
9. Food Waste Receiving Zone (3,600 SF): Food waste from commercial and residential
customers (restaurants, schools, offices, homes, events, etc.) will be placed in a separate
zone for monitoring and processing before being blended into the compost stream.
10. Process Storage & FEMA/Emergency Zone (1.6 Ac): Overflow area for temporary storage of
process materials. Also serves as receiving area for vegetation collected by FEMA during
emergency storm clean-up. Includes a loading zone to distribute processed materials.
4. Legal Deed of Property is included in the Appendix.
5. USGS Topographic map included in the Appendix.

6. County Zoning approval letter included in the Appendix.
7. FEMA Floodplain map included in the Appendix.
8. Army Corps of Engineerwetland letter included in the Appendix.
9. All buffer requirements have been met and exceeded.
10. None
11. Sub -Soil test requirements: In order to meet operation pad requirements in relation to
groundwater, the soil pad shall have a texture finer than loamy sand and be separated from the
seasonal high water table by 24 inches. The existing site still has a lot of fill materials from the
former LCID operation that are continuing to biodegrade. As those materials are brought down
to grade, field observations will verify that the base pad prior to composting will be finer than
loamy sand with a depth of 24" above what the original grade was. This will ensure full
separation.
Section 3.0 — Design Plan:
1. The following types of feedstocks, residuals, bulking materials, and amendments are to be accepted:
a. Pre and Post Consumer Food Waste —Collected from local commercial and residential sectors.
b. Agricultural Waste —Collected from local farm and agricultural operations:
i. Manure —Horse and cow
ii. Spent Produce / Field waste
iv. Mushroom Substrate Material
d. Land Clearing/Yard Waste Debris —Collected from commercial and residential sectors.
f. Compostable Packaging Products —Collected from local commercial and residential sectors. All
products must meet regulatory standards as set forth by the Biodegradable Product Institute,
meeting standards ASTM D6400.
2. Total estimated amount of materials received monthly: an estimated nearly 9,800 tons a month in
feedstocks, residuals, bulking materials, and amendments are projected to be received at the facility
(in tons).
a) Pre and Post Consumer Food Waste: 500 tons
a. Summer season will see higher food waste volumes then winter. Spring and Fall are
about the same.
b) Agricultural Waste: 250 tons
c) Yard and Land Clearing Debris: 9,000 tons —Note: Excess wood chips sold into biofuel markets.
d) Compostable Packaging Products: 50 tons
a. Fall and Spring see higher volumes as schools are in session.
Design Capacity
a) The design capacity of the compost processing facility is based primarily upon material storage
volume in the windrow compost processing zone. This area tt4 on the design plans is
approximately 2.2 acres in size.
b) The windrow size as shown on the cross section detail is 6 feet high and 15 feet wide with an
approximate 1.78 cubic yard of volume per linear foot of windrow.
c) With a layout of 13 windrows a total of 5375 cubic yards of storage volume is available.

d) This design capacity amount is more than double of incoming volume of 2500 cubic yards per
week of bulk materials.
4. Storage Areas:
a) Feedstocks:
a. 3,600 square feet receiving bay for food waste, agriculture waste, and compostable
packaging products storage
b. 1.6 acres for processed vegetative debris
b) Amendments
a. None
c) Finished Compost
a. 1.6 acres for storage
d) Waste: any unwanted waste will be landfilled at a permitted waste management facility.
a. Will likely be collected in a dumpster and various trash receptacles placed strategically
in working zones.
e) Recyclables: any unwanted recyclables will betaken to a permitted recycling facility.
a. Will be collected in recycling receptacles.
5. Recipe: with a goal of producing a 30:1 C:N ratio, proper density, and moisture level for windrows.
a) Pre and Post Consumer Food Waste
b) Land Clearing and Yard Debris (Wood grinding/chips)
c) Horse and Cow Manure
d) Water —for moisture when needed
e) Air —to keep pile aerated
f) Approximate Recipe Ratios:
a. .5 tons —Pre and Post Consumer Food Waste (10 parts)
b. 1 ton — Land Clearing and Yard Debris (20 parts)
c. .5 tons —Horse and Cow Manure (10 parts)
6. Measuring, Shredding, Mixing, Proportioning:
a) Measuring: We will use our two front-end wheel loaders and excavator to measure. We also
have LoadRite Payload Systems integrated into the buckets/loaders in order to take exact
weight measurements. We will measure using yardage or tonnage.
b) Shredding: The only waste stream that will need to be shredded is our carbon sources. This
source will be grinded to two particles sizes: roughly 1-2" and 4-6". All other waste streams will
not need to be shredded.
c) Mixing: We will use our front-end wheel loaders and excavator to mix. Blending shall occur
prior to windrowing with buckets.
d) Proportioning: This will occur if/when mixed ratios do not perform to intended purpose.
Utilizing monitoring system, we will note and address any undesirable results. For example, if a
smell of ammonia arises, we will turn the pile to increase porosity and air flow to vaporize
smells, as well add in wood chips to restore carbon -nitrogen balance. Proportioning will take
place utilized our buckets and grappler, again working with the buckets on a yardage or tonnage
basis to measure proportions being added/removed.

e) Liquid -Like Waste: Feedstocks should have naturally occurring liquids, for example, juices
from a load of fruit. Bulking agents like wood chips or shavings will be applied and mixed as
often as needed should liquids occur or leachate. These should act as an absorbent.
7. Process Flow Diagram is included in the Appendix.
8. Process Durations:
a) Receiving materials/feedstocks: Daily
b) Preparation/processing: Daily
c) Composting: 3-6 months
d) Curing: 30 days
e) Distribution: Daily
9. Composting Method
A) Wind Rows
a. Materials will be mixed into the appropriate C:N Ratio and organized into windrows
sized 8' high and 12' wide
b. Access will be between and at the end of each row. No road systems shall cut
perpendicularly through windrows.
B) Temperature will be monitored 3-4 times a week utilizing a thermometer probe.
a. Thermometer is 36" in length, providing both Celsius and Fahrenheit temperature
metrics. Currently using ReoTemp thermometers.
b. Temperature readings will betaken every 25' in a windrow from same height along the
pile but at different depths.
C) Methodologies:
a. VAR
i. We will maintain the compost process at a temperature above 104 degrees
Fahrenheit for 14 days or longer and the average temperature for that time
shall be higher than 113 degrees Fahrenheit
b. Process to Further Reduce Pathogens (PFRP) will be reached during composting period.
Aerobic conditions shall be maintained during the composting process with the
following methods using windrowing:
1. A temperature of 131 degrees Fahrenheit or greater shall be maintained
in the windrow for at least 15 days, and during the high temperature
period, the windrow shall be turned at least five times
2. Aeration will occur by wheel loader, and eventually a windrow turner,
to provide air flow through piles to meet temperature requirements.
D) Time will be measured, monitored, and recorded in days, hours, and minutes.
10. Outdoor Facilities
a) Work Zones: are to have a minimum slope of 2% to allow for proper water flow
a. All water is maintained onsite through an onsite drainage and stormwater pond system.
b. Buffers, culverts, pipes, and drainage points will be well maintained and monitored to
allow proper flow at all times.

b) Operating during wet weather
a. We will use BMPs during wet/foul weather to keep working zones organized.
I. If zones become too wet, we will not work them until workable.
ii. Worst case scenario, we close down or lay down carbon materials as an
absorbent, like mulch.
11. Process Water or Contact Water
a) Composting zones shall have a 2% minimum slope with windrows parallel to grade to promote
drainage
b) Compost "overs" or mulch berms will be placed if and where needed to prevent run-on.
c) Composting zones shall be inspected and repaired regularly to ensure proper water flow
d) Vegetative buffers will be utilized for filtration and erosion control
e) All process water is to be collected and re -applied to the compost process as a moisture source.
Time and temp monitoringfor PFRP will begin again where process water is re -used.
12. As of now, we do not expect to use any amendments. Any amendment consideration in future will
be submitted for approval.
13. Dust Control
a) Roads shall be maintained with a dust suppression system utilizing a transportable water
system.
b) A sprinkler/hose system will be used to reach areas outside road system to apply moisture when
needed to suppress dust.
14. Recycling of Additional Materials
a) Biofuel: all wood waste products not recycled into composting process will be recycled into
various biofuel markets.
a. This allows for a constant throughput of fresh carbon materials for composting process
while serving the county as a vegetative tipping site, which it is currently lacking. We will
have a consistent flow of tipping, processing, and offloading into compost process or
biofuel so no surplus waste sits onsite longer than it takes to sell.
b. Allows us to serve the community in higher volumes having biofuel as a back outlet to
surplus vegetative debris.
c. Current Biofuel partners (Proprietary info not for public knowledge)- Canal Woods and
Corbett Timber
Section 4.0: Operational Plan
1. Contact Information: Facility Operators
a. Name: Richard C. Alber III (Trey)
b. Name: Riley P. Alber
2. Description of equipment, scales, structures, unloading areas, water sources, etc.:
a. Equipment:
a. 2 - 930M Caterpillar Wheel Loaders — Loadrite scales on wheel loader buckets
b. 1- 320 Caterpillar Excavator— Loadrite scales on bucket

c. Screener
I. Currently using a SCM-40 Vibroscreen
d. Box truck-16' Box truck used for hauling service
e. Pickup truck —General use and for residential service
f. ***Future Equipment*** (Quoted options)
I. Trommel Screen
a. Astec Industries: Peterson T60 Trommel
b. Powerscreen: Phoenix 2100 Trommel
c. Doppstadt: SM620.2 Trommel
ii. Horizontal Grinder —will sub -contract initial grinding with local partners then
house one on -site
a. Astec Industries: Peterson 5710D
b. Ecoverse: Doppstadt AK565
c. MOrbark:6400XT
iii. Windrow Turner
a. Ecoverse:Backhus A50-A75
b. Komptech: X5000-X63
g. Scales
I. Bucket Loaders and Excavators are equipped with Loadrite Payload systems
ii. ***Future***
ill. Would like to have aground scale
h. Maintenance
All equipment will undergo daily checks, weekly inspections, and routinely
scheduled maintenance to ensure performance and longevity of equipment.
1. We utilize maintenance check list sheets to track internally.
2. Check points include: oil, fuel, filters, hoses, lines, tires, and standard
walk around checks.
I. Structures:
L Office— Used to monitor and coordinate drop-offs and pick-ups, as well keep records
ii. Storage structures — utilized for storing equipment/tools
iii. Feedstock Bay —utilized as a feedstock offloading zone
d. Unloading areas:
I. All unloading zones will occur in marked areas
e. Water Sources: Well on -site
I. Ponds —onsite there are 6 existing man-made ponds.
ii. Well — onsite deep water well.
3. Site Security and Access Control:
a. The site is secured with a locked gate system 24/7, except during operational hours.
b. A camera system is in place.
c. Yes, this site will receive feedstock residuals from the general public.
4. An operator will be on duty during operational hours to ensure compliance with operational
requirements and manage farm activities.
5. All access roads and internal road systems are of all-weather construction and will be maintained in
good condition.
6. Operational Schedule: (Subject to change)
a. Days: Monday — Friday 7am-Spm; Saturdays 8am-11am
b. Holidays —site will be closed and locked
c. Opening Duties: site check followed by an equipment check before opening.

d. Closing Duties: equipment and site check prior to locking the gate
7. A sign will be posted and maintained that includes the type of waste that can be received, the
operational hours, permit number, and emergency contact phone numbers of the main operators and
staff.
8. Boundary markers will be maintained and kept to clearly allow for a line of site from one marker to
the next. All boundary markers will be marked to identify buffers and setbacks. These markers consist of
white PVC piping with orange tips, along with trees acting as markers clearly labeled with orange paint.
a. These markers are at a distance <50' from one to the next.
9. Personnel
a) We will have a minimum of 2-3 operators onsite during business hours, and increase personnel
as operations grow.
a. Duties include but are not limited to:
i. Opening/closing Site
Equipment inspection and operating
ill. Customerservice
iv. Receiving, processing, loading materials
v. Monitoring and recording
vi. Additional misc. duties, for example road or site maintenance
10. Training Requirements
b) Co -owners of the Wilmington Compost Company, Riley and Richard (Trey) Alber, are both
certified through the LaBella North Carolina Compost Manager Training Course, which meets
the requirements set forth in G.S. 130A-309.25, as operator, supervisor, and/or manager of the
site during operating hours. Certification was completed September 30`h, 2021. Please see both
certificates attached in Appendix.
11. Compost Process
c) Feedstocks will be received and offloaded into appropriate marked areas, and kept organized.
a. Daily
d) Feedstocks will be blended and mixed immediately utilizing our recipe.
a. Daily, as needed
e) Blends will be moved into windrows, where they will be monitored and processed until ready
for screening.
a. 3-6 months or until we've met VAR and PRFP requirements
f) Compost will be screened.
a. As needed
g) Final product will be moved to curing zone, overs will be recycled back into the process.
a. 30 days to cure
h) Cured product will be tested before final storage
a. Dependent on 3rd party testing turnaround, typically 1-2 weeks.
i) Compost will be offloaded from final storage area upon curing completion into various markets.
a. Daily
12. Unacceptable Waste
a) Tipping: We will not accept any loads that have contamination that we can see. If a load is
received with contamination, that customerwill get a warning and fine. If the customer repeats
this a second time, they will no longer be allowed to utilize our site or services. All loads will be
visually scanned prior to allowing it to be dumped. Loads will then be inspected after being
dumped to ensure nothing was undetected while on the truck. This will be a zero tolerance site
on contamination.

b) Hauling: Our commercial and residential hauling service starts with educating our customers on
what we can and cannot accept in our receptacles. Like tipping model, we have contamination
fees and measurements in place for our hauling services in order to deter contamination and/or
remove a problematic customer.
c) Contaminated Load: Contaminated loads will be separated and sorted as quickly as possible if a
load does make its way past initial visual screening efforts.
d) Feedstocks: Feedstocks will be visually scanned prior to blending and mixing into compost
process to avoid mixing in potential contaminants.
e) Screening: Trommel screening will allow for the separation of unwanted materials at the end of
the composting process, which will then be sorted and disposed of, whether that is through our
trash or recycling.
f) Goal: We strive to set the highest standards not only of our employees, but our customers and
this site. This site will have zero tolerance for contamination with a proactive approach. We can
guarantee it will be run in an entirely different managerial manner than previous owners. Please
consider the work we have done thus far in the remediation of this site as a sign of our
standards for excellence. Removal of these contaminants will occur routinely as needed.
13. Special Feedstock Handling
a) None of our feedstocks will require special handling.
14. No amendments are currently being used and any future consideration of amendments will be
submitted for approval first.
15. Processing materials for composting:
b) The only material that will require processing is our vegetative debris, which will be grinded to
1-2" and 4-6" specs. All other materials are receiving in a form/size that is ready to be blended
and mixed.
16. Pile Sizes
c) Feedstocks will be roughly 10' wide by 20' high if they even reach that point.
d) Windrows will be 6-8' high and 12-14' wide with at least 15' between each row. For vehicular
and equipment access.
e) Curing rows will also be organized into 6-8" high and 12-14' wide with at least 15' between each
row for vehicular and equipment access.
f) Final Product Storage should be stored in piles/rows no larger than 50' wide and 30' high.
17. Please refer to Section 3.9 above.
18. Temperature probes are 36" long and are dial style thermometers. Probes will be calibrated using
the "ice -point" water method every 6 months, or at least twice a year. This process will be recorded on a
thermometer probe maintenance sheet, including time and date of the calibration. All probes shall be
calibrated on the same day together.
19. Additional Monitoring will occur 3-4 times a week with temperature monitoring unless stated
otherwise below and recorded into our monitoring sheet. Readings will be taken no greater than every
25' apart at the same height level (roughly the middle height point), with a goal to measure each pile at
even increments on both sides of the pile.
1. Moisture content will be monitored in two ways:
a. Squeeze Method: A handful of material is grabbed and squeezed firmly. If material is
crumbly and does not stick together and the hand is dry, moisture content is 30%or
less. If material squeezed in hand sticks together and the hand is moist, moisture
content is around 50%. If the material squeezed sticks together and drips and hand is
wet, moisture content is 60% or more.
b. By using a 36" digital moisture meter, we strive to keep optimal moisture levels
between 40-60%.

2. Oxygen levels will be monitored within the porous structure of the pile and measured using an
oxygen meter. Oxygen levels will never drop below 5%.
3. Porosity will be monitored by particle size and mix. Optimal porosity will remain between 35-
50% to ensure proper airflow and heat production/energy efficiency.
4. Prior to 3rtl party testing after curing phase, we will measure C:N ratios utilizing the following
method to maintain optimal C:N ratios during compost process:
a. Total Carbon Value will be found by multiplying the percent carbon of each
ingredient by the number of parts (by weight) of that ingredient and then adding up the
carbon totals for all the ingredients.
b. Total Nitrogen Value will be found by multiplying the percent nitrogen of each
ingredient by the number of parts (by weight) of that ingredient and then adding up the
nitrogen totals for all the ingredients.
c. Lastly, we will divide the carbon by the nitrogen to get the ON ratio. If it's between 25 and
35, we are in the right ratio window. If the ratio is higher or lower than that, we will adjust
the proportions of ingredients to bring it into the range of 25 to 35 parts carbon for each
one -part nitrogen, striving for a 30:1 ratio.
20. Please refer to Section 3.9 above.
21. Compost Testing
1. Composting testing is to take place after curing phase is complete. Testing will be conducted by
approved 3rd party certified labs. We currently work alongside the NC State Extension on some
of our soil testing and it is our goal to produce Grade A Compost that has been STA certified. We
are a member of the US Composting Council, NC Compost Council, and Coastal Composting
Council. Each of these organizations provide valuable resources for testing and more.
a. The pathogens sample should be collected as a composite sample from finished
compost onsite on the same day it is to be taken to the lab for analysis. The sample
should be processed within the hold time required by the lab testing procedure, which
is usually 24 hours.
b. The sample that is collected for: metals analysis is to be collected and composited
over a six-month period or every 20,000 tons produced (whichever comes first) from
each batch of compost to meet requirements in .1407(b)(4).
22. Distribution
1. Compost will be offloaded into a variety of end markets. Ultimately we will be working with
agricultural, residential, private, commercial and industrial partners.
2. Materials that make agricultural nutrient claims will meet requirements of NC Department of
Agriculture and Consumer Services, Plant Industry Division.
23. Method of Removal from Site
1. Compost will be offloaded in bulk utilizing front end loaders or an excavator into truck beds,
dump trailers, dump trucks, and tractor trailers (dump and/or walk -off floor).
2. Compost will also be bagged and sold into retail outlets in various forms and sizes depending on
the customer. For example, we have an outlet looking to purchase 1 ton bags, and another
outlet looking to purchase bags by the cubic foot.
3. Disposal/Alternative Usage
a. Any compost that is unable to be sold will be donated to various local non -profits and/or
schools, as well as stored and utilized on site for multiple applications/uses like an
aerobic biofilter layer or to be reapplied into our compost process to be used as an
inoculant or kick starter.
24. Record Keeping

1. All data shall be recorded and maintained in filing system for a minimum period of 5 years.
Records will be available onsite for Division inspection, and to be submitted to Division upon
request. Please see "Pile Monitoring Log' in the Appendix.
2. Each batch of compost will be given its own identification number for tracking.
3. Daily and Annual Reporting records will meet and include data requirements set forth in .1406
(1)(b), Rule .1406(19)(c), and Rule .1408.
25. Please refer to Section 3.11 above.
26. Proof of documentation notifying local fire protection agency of our site.
1. We have a wonderful relationship with Pender County Emergency Management and Fire
Departments, including Management Director Tommy Batson.
2. Tommy Batson is responsible for motivating Fender County to provide our site an address as the
site did not previously have one. This was a proactive measurement for the purpose of giving
the local fire department an address should future fires arise, so they know exactly where to go
if called upon.
27. Fire Prevention Plan:
1. We have already met with our local fire department and department leaders. They are aware of
our site goals and excited in regard to the proactive nature of our operation to reduce fire risks
and manage the site properly.
2. Onsite, we have a fire hose/sprinkler system that has over 1,200' of line so that it can reach any
point of a work zone, pulling water from of 1 of 6 existing ponds. We also have a stockpile of
dirt/topsoil which can be used to suppress fires by dumping and smothering the fire.
3. Proper pile BMPs will assure adequate ventilation of the pile to release heat and increase
evaporation of water, which is a heat -absorbing process. Ventilation will be achieved by turning
the pile or using a mechanical aeration system like a windrow turner. We will also manage our
piles at appropriate pile sizes.
4. Stay Alert, Stay Aware. Ouremployees are trained to look potential fire hazards, for example,
vents on a pile, collapsed areas of a pile, and/or temperatures above 155 F during temperature
monitoring. If/when noticed, actions to remedy will take -place immediately.
5. Locate the hot spot before it turns into a fire. Monitoring the temperature of ail piles on a
weekly basis will help identify the hottest spot in the pile. With this proactive monitoring, we
are only trying to establish the hottest spot in the pile.
6. If a fire occurs, it needs to be located in the pile. The fire department will be notified and on
standby during this process. This will be accomplished by very carefully using a large wheel
loader to open up the pile. Our fire hose will be available as the loader removes material to
spray directly onto burning embers —or a burning loader if this happens. If the fire worsens, the
fire department will be brought in.
7. A notice will be sent to the NCDEQ Solid Waste Management Division within 24 hours of the fire
notifying them of the event.
8. Prevention is the only adequate solution to avoiding dangerous and expensive fires at compost
facilities. It is our goal to use BMPs to avoid potential fires and to be more than ready should
one arise.
28. Maintaining Facility
1. The facility will be maintained in a sanitary condition by using water suppression systems to
keep dust and airborne particulates down. Spill blankets, tarps and buckets are always kept
onsite. Power outages are not a concern as we have been working the site for over a year
without any power, so site shall remain operational during power outages. BMPs will be utilized
to avoid vectors, noise and odors, including but not limited to proper buffer usage, moisture
control, temperature control, light control and noise control.

29. Contingency Plan
2. During extreme weather, we will use best judgement as to whether to continue working or to
shut down until weather permits again. We will not work the site at the risk of our employees'
or customers' safety or the integrity of the site. Equipment, traffic and any unforeseeable
change to the operation plan shall be observed, adapted to and changed to properly meet the
needs of the situation at hand while maintaining compliance.
30. Safety
1. Safety is our number one concern. All employees/operators will be trained to work the site with
BMPs, with safety the number one focus. This includes equipment training, processing training,
and customer interaction training. Work zones will be managed by personnel so that customers
are being helped/directed at all times. These zones will be organized as depicted in the site
plans, to keep offloading zones at a safe distance from processing zones. Working areas and
road systems will be maintained in good condition. Buffers and zones will be marked utilizing
white PVC markers spray painted with orange tops. Customers will only have access to a portion
of the site, in which heavy equipment like a grinder, will not be in close proximity. Loading zones
and processing zones will be a safe distance apart at all times.
31. This site has no intention of ceasing operation. If or when the time comes for WCC to cease
operation on the site, we acknowledge a cease in operation must be done in accordance with Rule
.1410.
Section 5.0 Odor Control Plan
We do not foresee issues arising in regard to odor issues considering our BMPs. Odor will be
controlled by using BMPs described above in the design and operational plans to retain optimal
levels of the following at all times: nutrient balance, temperature, moisture, and aeration.
Feedstocks will be quickly blended into the compost pile or covered with an appropriate
aerobic biofilter layer (like wood chips or finished compost), until ready to be blended into the
composting process. The site meets and, in places exceeds, all buffer requirements. Slope,
berm and proper onsite water flow maintenance shall keep areas in good working order.
Geographically, we are in a very low -density residential area along NC HWY 210, Shall an odor
complaint arise, a claim can be filed at our office and kept on file. The nature of complaint will
be resolved/addressed immediately. With a constant attention to site maintenance and
sanitation, odor shall not be an issue with the measurements and practices being applying to
prevent odor issues from arising in the first place.
Section 6.0 Financial Assurance
Itemized Disposal Costs
Estimated Volume of Materials On -Site:
1. Food Waste: 500 tons
2. Agricultural Waste: 250 tons
3. Vegetative Debris: 9,000 tons
4. Compost BPI Certified Packaging: 50 tons
Estimated Disposal Location/Rate for Disposal

1. New Hanover County Landfill Compost Facility
a. Rate: $0
b. Trucking Rate: 25 loads at $150 = $3,750
2. New Hanover County Landfill Compost Facility
a. Rate: $0
b. Trucking Rate:12.5 loads at $150 = $1,875
3. Biofuel Markets
a. Rate: We can sell vegetative debris into biofuel between $3-$7 a ton.
4. New Hanover County Landfill Compost Facility
a. Rate: $0
b. Trucking Rate: 2.5 loads at $150 = $375
Total Estimated Costs for Disposal: $6,000
Section 7.0 Signature Pages
Signature page of applicant —
Nameoffacility: Wilmington CompostComoanv
I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my
direction or supervision and that the information provided in this application is true, accurate,
and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that North Carolina General Statute 130A-22 Ofovides for administrative penalties
of up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000.00) per day per each violation of the Solid Waste
Management Rules. I further understand that the Solid Waste Management Rules may be
revised or amended in the future and that the facility siting and operations of this solid waste
management facility will be required to comply with all such revisions or amendments.
Signature
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Certification by Land Owner (if different from Applicant):
I hereby certify that I ave read and understand the application submitted by
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I specifically grant permission for the proposed compost facility planned for operation within
the confines of the land, as indicated in the permit application. I understand that any permit
will be issued in the names of both the operator and the owner of the facility/property. 1
acknowledge that ownership of land on which a solid waste management facility is located may
subject me to cleanup of said property in the event that the operator defaults as well as to
liability under the federal Comprehensive Environmental Responsibility, Compensation and
Liability Act ("CERCLA"). Without accepting any fault or liability, I recognize that ownership of
land on which a solid waste management facility is located may subject me to claims from
persons who may be harmed in their persons or property caused by the solid waste
management facility.
I am informed that North Carolina General Statute 130A-22 provides for administrative
penalties of up to fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) per day per each violation of the Solid
Waste Management Rules. I understand that the Solid Waste Management Rules may be
revised or amended in the future, and that the siting and operation of the facility will be
required to comply with any such revisions or amendments.
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Append'IX
A. Site Plans — Cl to C4, D1
B. Property Deed
C. USGS Topographic Map
D. Pender County Zoning Approval Letter
E. FEMA Floodplain Map
F. USACE Wetland Letter
G. Process Flow Diagram
H. Sediment Erosion'Control Plan
I. Compost Operator Certifications

EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL PLAN
WILMINGTON COMPOST COMPANY
N.C. HWY 210
PENDER COUNTY, N.C.
FEBRUARY 2022
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 NARRATIVE
2.0 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE
3.0 VEGETATION PLAN
FIGURES
EXISTING CONDITION AND CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS
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February 2022

1.0 NARRATIVE
This Sediment Erosion Control Plan is being designed to control disturbed soils for a
composting facility on the previous site of the Running Deer Land Clearing Inert Debris
Landfill located in Pender County East of Interstate 40 along State Highway 210, The
property on which the compost facility is to be located is owned by the applicant,
Wilmington Compost Company and Piney Run Farms. Previously, the site was used for
hunting game and some pasture land. The entire facility acreage is 75.6 acres while the
proposed disturbed acreage for the active compost facility is 17.3 acres.
The rear of the site will be closed for any further LCID operations and will not be
disturbed at this time.
Approximately 3/4 of the property is wooded with access roads and drainage ditches
crossing the site. The existing ditches run to the northeastern corner of the property
where an existing sedimentation pond is located. The effluent of the pond flows into
Trumpeter Swamp.
Six small ponds currently exist on the site which were created by mining. Approximately
ten acres were permitted for mining on the property in the name of Running Deer Mine.
An existing entrance road and haul road which previously were used for logging will be
used as the haul road for the Compost operation.
Land use in the vicinity contains residential owners along with logging operations and
also a hog farm. Five mobile homes are located along NC 210 just south of the entrance
but at least 500 feet from any proposed landfill operations.
Permitted Compost area will be for approximately 17 acres. The permit boundaries are
located within proper setbacks and siting requirements described in NCAC 15A-
13B.0564. Disturbance will follow the construction schedule and reclamation will be
conducted as appropriate landfill areas are completed.
Sediment Erosion Control Practices
Temporary Gravel Construction Entrance/Exit -- Practice 6.06
A temporary gravel construction entrance will be installed at the northwestern
gated entrance to prevent sediment from leaving the site. The entrance should be
graded so that runoff water will be directed to the north onto owners property. See
Construction Detail Sheet for dimensions and specifications.
2. Land Grading -- Practice 6.02
The existing slope of the site is mostly flat except for the current landfill areas
where the elevations rise. All disturbed areas in and around the landfill will be
rough graded to slope and drain into the existing ponds. Sediment will be directed
to drain back into the ponds even after finish grading by constructing new ditches.
Haul roads will be used as flow barriers and will also be sloped towards pond
areas. Undisturbed areas will surround most of the landfill reducing sedimentation
and wind erosion.
Erosion Control Plan 2
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February 2022

3. Sediment Fence -- Practice 6.62
A sediment fence will be constructed around the filling areas as necessary to
prevent sediment from leaving the site. See Construction Detail Sheet for
dimensions and specifications.
4. Ditch Installation
A new drainage ditch will be installed at the rear most boundary of the landfill as
shown on the plans. The ditch will connect an existing ditch on the site to the
sedimentation pond. Side slopes will be minimum 3:1.
5. Sedimentation Pond
The existing sedimentation pond located at the site was doubled in size around
year 2000 to accommodate increased runoff and sedimentation potential due to the
expansion.
2.0 Construction Schedule
1. Obtain plan approval and other applicable permits.
2. Hold pre -construction meeting at least one week prior to beginning construction.
3. Install/Maintain temporary construction entrance/exit.
4. Begin working of permitted area.
5. Where necessary, install silt fencing to reduce sedimentation into ditches,
wetlands, or adjacent property.
6. When a portion of the site remains inactive for 14 days, begin permanent
vegetative reclamation of disturbed areas.
7. All erosion and sediment control practices will be inspected bi-weekly and after
rainfall events. Needed repairs will be made immediately.
8. The composting After each fill area is stabilized, all temporary measures will be
removed and permanent vegetative repairs to be completed.
9. Completion of project will be within five years at which point mining permit expires.
3.0 Vegetative Plan
1. Upon completely filling a 1 acre cell, top cover soils will be roughened by making 1"-
2" deep grooves perpendicular to the slope.
2. Spread lime (agricultural limestone) evenly of area at a rate of 1.5 tons/acre, spread
10-10-10 fertilizer at a rate of 1000 lb/acre and incorporate into the top 6" of soil.
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February 2022

3. Loosen surface prior to applying seed.
4. Broadcast seed at recommended rates.
5. Rake seed into the soil and lightly pack to establish good contact.
6. Mulch with 4000 lb/acre grain straw or equivalent and anchor by weighted farm disc
set nearly straight or other mulch anchoring tool.
7. Mow as needed and refertilize in late winter or early spring by topdressing with 10-
10-10 fertilizer.
Seed Types and Application Rate / Schedule
Cool Season: Tall Fescue — 80 lb/acre
Warm Season Mix: Pensacola Bahiagrass -- 50 lb/acre
Kobe Lespedeza -- 40 lb/acre
Seeding Dates: Early Spring: Feb. 15 - Apr. 30
Fall: Sept. 1 - Oct. 31
END OF PLAN
Erosion Control Plan 4
Wilmington Compost Company
February 2022

IMPERVIOUS AREA TOTALS
Site Data
Wilmington Compost Company
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Total Property Area
72.20
acres
3,145,OOO
I SF
Coastal Wetland Area
0.00
acres
0'SF
Total Project Area
72.20
acres
3,145,000
SF
Total Site Area Density Built Upon Area
0.4rl.
BUA of All Development divided by Total Project Area
Total Site Area Built Upon Density
0.42%
BUA divided by Total Project Area
Project Area Disturbed Limits
17.30
acres
Exis ng mpervious Area Pre-1988 Development
0
sf
0.00
AC
to remain)
Existing Buildings
0
sf
0.00
AC
Existing Parkin !Drive Aisles
0
sf
0.00
AC
Existin Sidewalks
0
sf
0.00
AC
Proposed Built Upon Area
13300
sf
0.31
AC
All onsite Impervious)
Proposed Buildings
5100
sf
0.12
AC
Compost Storage Pads
3200
sf
0.07
AC
Future
5000
sf
0.11
AC
Total Proposed Built Upon Area for Site
13300
sf
0.31
AC
I
I
I

Temporary Sediment Erosion Control
Wilmington Compost Company
Existing Sediment Basin Along Road
Calculate Volume Required for Storage
V= 3600 cf/ac
A= 17.30 AC
V= 62280 CF of storage required
Calculate Surface Area Required for Erosion Control
Drainage area #1 to Infiltration Basin #1
Drainage Area = 17.30 acres
Impervious Area = 0.31 acres of existing
Percent Impervious = 1.8%
During Construction D = CIA = for 10 yr Storm
C pervious = 0.3
C(weighted) = 0.31 CBus = 0.9
I = 6.30 1 (in/hr) = g/(h+T) for T=5 to 120 minutes
To = 10
A = 17.30
D = CIA = 33.85 cfs
Calculate Surface Area Required for Erosion Control
Qpeak = 33.9 cis
SA = (0.01) ' Qpeak
SA = 14746 SF of trap area for efficiency
Use 1 trap (ex basin) = 14746 SF per trap
62280 CF per trap volume
Assume depth to provide storage = 1 FT
Basin to be 150 FT wide along road
180 FT long
Trap Volume Provided = 27000 CF -- More than required
Trap Surface Area Provided = 27000 SF at temp pool. More than required.

Temporary Sediment Erosion Control
Wilmington Compost Company
Silt Fence Calculation
Calculate Silt Fence Length Required for Storage
South of Windrow Zone
L req=
A=
L req=
0.25 AC/100 LF
1.20 AC
480 feet of Silt Fence Required
500 Feet Provided
Calculate Silt Fence Length Required for Storage
Screening Zone/Process
L req=
A=
L req=
0.25 AC/100 LF
1.10 AC
440 feet of Silt Fence Required
450 Feet Provided

Runoff and Pipe Calculations
Wilmington Compost Company
Pipe under Access Road at Basin
Drainage Area = 17.50 acres
Impervious Area = 0.31 acres
Percent Impervious= 1.7%
Q = CIA = far 10 yr Stonn
C pervious = 0.2
C(weighted) = 0.21 Cimpervious = 0.9
I = 6.30 1(inthr) = g/(h+T) for T=5 to 120 minutes
Tc= 10
A = 17.50
Q = CIA = 23.40 cis Post Development 10yr
Size Outlet Pipe
D = 16(QN(SA.5))A(3/8)
s = 0.75%
n = 0.009
D (theoretical) = 22.3 in
D (actual) = 24.0 in
Use 24 inch for piping under entrance driveways

Outlet Protection - 24"
Pipe
To Ditch
Outlet Protection Sizing
Q (flowrate) Depth (ft) Do (in)
23.4
3*Do
La (ft) W (ft) 3*Do (ft)
24 5 7.00 6.0
1
W=Do+La
1