090124_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Certification of Coverage
Facility Currently covered by an Expiring Sate Non -Discharge General Permit
On September 30, 2019, the North Carolina State Non -Discharge General Permits for Animal Waste Management Systems will
expire. As required by these permits, facilities that have been issued Certificates of Coverage to operate under these State
Non -Discharge General Permits must apply for renewal at least 180 days prior to their expiration date. Therefore, all applications
must be received by the Division of Water Resources by no later than April 3, 2019.
Please do not leave any question unanswered Please verify all information and make any necessary corrections below.
Application must be signed and dated by the Permittee.
1. Farm Number: 09-0124 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS090124
2. Facility Name: J. B. Priest Farm 3
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Priest Farms LLC
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 155 Robbins Rd
City: Council State: NC Zip: 28434
Telephone Number: 910-876-1368 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 1398 Ch de Hatcher Rd
City: Council State: NC Zip: 28434
6. County where Facility is located: Bladen
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner): Kevin Lane Priest
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 910-645-4532 Ext.
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): Murphy -Brown LLC
10. Operator Name (OIC): J^^'es B. Pric t Jr.-.. Phone No.: 910- J.4499- OIC #: 1,6965"
eneVfr 11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"): 13 06v 4 srs7 s l
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type Allowable Count
Swine- Feeder to Finish 3,672
Operation Types:
Swine Cattle Dry Poultry Other Types
Wean to Finish Dairy Calf Non Laying Chickens Horses - Horses
Wean to Feeder Dairy Heifer Laying Chickens Horses - Other
Farrow to Finish Milk Cow Pullets Sheep - Sheep
Feeder to Finish Dry Cow Turkeys Sheep - Other
Farrow to Wean Beef Stocker Calf Turkey Pullet
Farrow to Feeder Beef Feeder
Boar/Stud Beef Broad Cow Wet Poultry
Gilts Other Non Laying Pullet
Other Layers
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WEIV Uual`tY
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13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
1
FARM 3
LAG 1
r�yy
c1
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
71r??et y
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
y y fro
.1.13074.8.00
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
19.50
19.50
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Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.10C(d) to the address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), signed In the owner and a certified technical specialist, containing:
a. The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation, injection, etc.)
b. A map of every field used for land application (for example: irrigation map)
c. The soil series present on every land application field
d. The crops grown on every land application field
e. The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP
f. The maximum PAN to be applied to every land application field
g. The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP
h. The required NRCS Standard specifications
2. A site map/schematic
3. Emergency Action Plan
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: [e-mail]

I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application may be subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. (18 U.S.C.
Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both for
a similar offense.)
Printed Name of Signing Official (Landowner, or if multiple Landowners all landowners should sign. If Landowner is a
corporation, signature should be by a principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name: /2(b SF , �io �(,rt�Title: AR
Signature....=1- Z& E e• -//-rr
Name: _ _ Title:
Signature: Date:
Name: Title:
Signature:
Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019

G. ° . E.'. 'T PLAN
Gas -sirs = J.B. Priest
Farm3
7 : Bladen
Fprm T t•' Feed -Fin
Ferri C? ;4c t;r: 3672
Storage uc tur e: Anaerobic Lagoon
Storage ; ft 180 days
Irrigation
The waste from your anim+ai faciry must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution —
of surface water and/or go au'dwass. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used
to reduce the amount of cenamercial 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 c =cl .. i\ auF.,l ac'l 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 weste sad 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 apt. aapiy more nitrogen than the crop can utilize.
2. Soil types are im aortart es they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials,
cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall lae applied to land eroding at less than 5 tons per acre per
year Waste may hF applied tc land eroding at 5 or more tons per acre earn ually, 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 a esult in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed
under DWQ regulations.
5. Wind conditions considered to avoid drift and downwind odor
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problems.
6. To maximize
for pollution, the wee.
disking will
nutrients for crop production and to reduce the potential
s, epplied to a growing crop or applied not more than
breaking dormancy. Injecting the waste or
odor problems.
This plan is based on the F -I,, i daVcn method shown above. If you choose to change
methods in the future, you i.iRed This plan. Nutrient levels for different application
methods are not the same.
The estimated acres needed animal waste is based on typical nutrient content
for this type of facility, In sane ar-13es you may want to have plant analysis made, which could
allow additional waste to be applies:. Provisions shall be made for the area receiving waste to
be flexible so as to accomn!'date tanging 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 Management Commission.
AMOUNT OF WASTE YEAR ( gallons, ft3, tons, etc.):
3672 animals
t;-AI/animal/year = 3,618,756 gallons
AMOUNT OF PLANT A PRODUCED PER YEAR (Ibs):
3672 animals
Ibs/animal/year = 8,445.60 Ibs
Applying the above amount of big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste manner.
The following acreage will waste application based on the crop to be grown,
soil type, and surface
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Tract ' Feld I 3r..17Cr. - ;:
Tl":--.SI Cr
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61 No.A
'2 NcA
C NoA
r NoA
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F NoA
A WA
S1 NoA
62 NoA
C NoA
D NoA
E NoA
F NoA
• 7 N Acres
• riit
Lbs N/Ac Lbs N
Residual /Ac
1.52
2.98
F0.or 0.82
€l 017 2.22
5.18
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00 2.18
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50.0 2.98
50.0 0.82
50.0 2.22
5.18
5.01
0.0 2.18
Ibs N
Required
Time to
Apply
230.0 349.60 Mar -Oct
230.0 685.40 Mar -Oct
230.0 188.60 Mar -Oct
230.0 510.60 Mar -Oct
230.0 1191.40 Mar -Oct
230.0 1152.30 Mar -Oct
230.0 501.40 Mar -Oct
50.0 76.00 S-April
50.0 149.00 S-April
50.0 41.00 S-April
50.0 111.00 S-April
50.0 259.00 S April
50.0 250.50 S-April
50.0 109.00 S-April
Total 19.91 5574.80
.& r ble N 4902.00
i:G rence -672.80
-Indicates that this field (i-e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer
annuals.
*A negative number refiee::e the tc i ibs of additional nitrogen needed to achieve yields on
acreage means additional acreage is required to utilize the
nitrogen produced
NOTE:
This plan doss rot The farm should produce adequate plant
available nitrogen to satisfy the reoutrements of the crops listed above.
The applicator is cautioned that P as •d K may be over applied while meeting the N requirements.
In the future, farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a nutrient
management plan that This plan only addresses nitrogen.
In interplanted fields ( i.e. interseeded in bermuda), forage must be removed
through grazing, hay, and/or silag'. Where grazing, plants should be grazed when they
reach a height of six to nine nche*. Cattle should be removed when plants are grazed to a
height of four inches. In fields w`':e's small _grain, etc, is to be removed for hay or silage, care
should be exercised not to iet small grain reach maturity, especially late in the season (i.e.
April or May). Shading may grain gets too high and this will definately interfere
with stand of bermudagras.. stand will result in reduced yields and Tess nitrogen
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being to liz d. Rather " - • hay or silage just before heading as is
the normal suet :n. vcv. F'°,- 7,inCOU te, cut the small grain earlier. You may want to
consider 11anie,,sr:ing hay oy .siiEige ; v `.c 'limes during the season, depending on the
time small grain is panted in the
The ideal time to interplant small gran, etc, is late September or early October. Drilling is
recommended over broadc tin - should be grazed or cut to a height of
about two inches before for
The following legend explains listed in the table above:
Crop Code
Acres, :ahown in - -
required buffers, filter strips along
not receiving full applicationrate
listed may, Pncl most likely be,
See attached map .
SLUDGE ,P R..ICAT
Bermudagrass - Grazed
°d 3e, mudagrass - Hay
- Grazed
- Hay
Lbs N utilized / unit yield
1.6 Ibs N / bushel
50 Ibs N / ton
50 Ibs N / ton
1.25 Ibs N / bushel
12 Ibs N / ton
0.12 Ibs N /
50 Ibs N / ton
50 Ibs N / ton
1.3 Ibs N / bushel
2.4 Ibs N / bushel
100 Ibs N / acre
133 Ibs N / acre
2.5 Ibs N / cwt
2.4 Ibs N / bushel
4.0 Ibs N / bushel
considered to be the usable acres excluding
litohrs, odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas
riue zo equipment limitations. Actual total acres in the fields
than the acres shown in the tables.
used for the utilization of animal waste.
The waste utilization plan must provisions for periodic land application of sludge at
agronomic rates. The s►ud ,, >e nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to
prevent over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production facility will produce
approximately cf plant available nitrogen per animal per year in the
sludge based .•-- fisted earlier.
If you remove the sludge
will have approximately 6609.60
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applications.
pounds this PAN to hybrid bermudagrass hayland at the
rate of 300 pounds of nitrogen psi acre, you will need 22.03 acres of land. If you apply
the sludge to corn at a rate of 125 pounda aer acre, you will need 52.88 acres of land.
Please be aware that these ar-e ex estimates of the PAN and land needed. Actual requirements
cou ci very by rreste analysis, soil types, realistic yields, and
APPLICAT/O
The irrigation application rate shor.,:cil not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of irrigation
such that runoff or pondina r :cc.°' 'his "ate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil
structure. zeii texture, wasta• -7.! °i7t's, and organic solids. The application amount should not
exceed the available wat.a- hr^lir•-„ of the soil at the time of irrigation nor should the
plant available nitrogen ?palled exaasel the .nitrogen needs of the crop.
If surface 9rrlg ticn LT, the y :1 'r ' I- n.c! application for this plan, it is the responsibility of the
producer and irrigation designer t^ ansure that an irrigation system is installed to properly
irrigate the acres shown in the pry ce: 'F;�'^ e. Failure to apply the recommended rates and _
amounts of nitrogen showr ie the may make this plan invalid.
The following is
i
Tract Field
*This is the maxi:'-. '
of ;T-)aen : 'Ir.
= 171QL7 r< fF h0 t 'r
eov:.-.at:kr
10.k sttlishing application rates and amounts.
Rate
Application Amount
* inches
1.00
a -,.,,-.j'3_- allowed for the soil assuming the amount
not over applied. In many situations, the application
because of the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
be :ailed under optimum soil conditions.
Your faciii`:y € to mporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of cr:wry 3 months. In no instance should the volume of the
waste stored in your structure =* be ln-°itl :in 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 :esp nsiability of to ^,rcc' per ,3rd waste applicator to ensure that the spreader equipment
is operated properly to apply the r rre.ct rates to the acres shown in the tables. Failure to apply
the recommended rates and amc .:lts 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 the proper application prior to applying the waste.
Additional Comments:
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PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application. Any
discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division of Water Quality for every
day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land to properly dispose of waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS with a copy
of a written agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing
him/her the use of the land for waste application for the life expectancy of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to secure an update of the Waste
Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the Nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and level of
management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (RMS) or
an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no greater
than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where runoff leaves
the field. These filter strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by DEM. (See FOTG
Stantard 393 - Filter Strips and Standard 390 Interim Riparian Forest Buffers).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when 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" in the NRCS Technical Reference -
Environment file 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 conditions
conducive to odor or flies and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth.
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 a crop on bare soil.
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 anv perennial stream or river (other that an irriaation 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 Iandownwer.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public right - of ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted croplands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste should not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the application 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.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation.
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon berms
and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage or discharge.
*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 as a preemergence with no other 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 fpr 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 amd maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept for
five (5) years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3) years.
Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina Department of
Agriculture regulations.
* Liquid Systems

PLAN CERTIFICATION
Owner/Manage,-
Uwe understand and will foqe' w - . the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures establishethe approved animal waste nutrient management
plan for the farm named bc- s:. rr 'Oat any expansion to the existing design capacity
of the waste treatment ar, v° `motes i, or construction of new facilities, will require a
new nutrient managsment - s. -' certification to be submitted to DWQ before the new
anie sls ,zre coked.
Ifwe understand that I m ;s 171/P C' `levy access to equipment, primarily irrigation equipment,
to land apply the animal ti^;s nutrient management plan. This equipment
must be .:available at the apr r 4 .. u ,,pima time such that no discharge occurs from -the lagoon
in the event of a 25 year 24 i'aur ca r n, i also certify that the waste will be applied on the land
according to this pien at times and at rates which produce no runoff.
This plan will be filed .'aFT office and at the office of the local Soil and Water
Conservation District = - review by NCDWQ upon request.
Name of
Signature:
Name ot Manager
Signature:
Name
Signature
Please Print
Sonya J. Barber
Harvest Net, Inc.
P.O. - ox 32
Council, NC 28434
[phone]
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Date
Date
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Ara.imal Waste :vlaa rie7:7
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Technical 4pe cialis
Determination Certification
Facility Number: - /Z>V
Phone No: 9/0 6 vs ' /332
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Technical Specialist acknowledge the completion of the
Ai necessary Wettable Acre Determination Field Data Sheets and
conduct a Wettable Acre Determination. The facility's Waste
Utilization Plan has "°=cA`',i .?-„,...7.:-.eticied as necessary to reflect actual wetted acreage. A copy of all
• Acres Determination documents, along with the
Acre Determination Certification will be filed with
A copy will also be kept on site with the Certified
�.s= • Any future modifications must be approved by a technical
Water Conservation District prior to implementation. If any
1. ri atio b system or any new irrigation equipment was required to
needs of this facility, an Irrigation Specialist or
and installation below.
Date:
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Date: ,V2k/e7
Ir assisteti. '='' r ' - r f'ession Engineer please read and sign below:
Animal waste appl catloh ecr_.::Dinent has been designed or modified to apply waste as necessary to
the tF 1 ..t.r.--g:I:rier!.i: plan and according to NRCS Standards. Animal waste
application equipneii;. 'nstall ;d according to NRCS Standards and is ready for use.
Irrigation •
Irrigation •
Date:
Submit this form to:
Attn: Sonya Avant
4o-Discharge Compliance Unit
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
NC 27699-1617
RECENED9MCZ711DWR
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a Agllnlion vEr Correct lagoon sl:utatia procedures;
vlifi Minimum surfaco area-lo-volume ratio;
vrf . Minimum aagilation tvltctt.Ilalatipiaal;;
1] Niecllaltdcal aeration;
Ci PIDvco llita:nl;ia:aI a. Wit Iv,
51aa1:1l,c: 9e11a1: al! 10:15111
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Agitations %viten emptying
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1 artist microl►ial decompositiva;
• Mixing tvilllc filling; •
Agitation when emptying
Agitation when spreading;
Vrllalilc gas emissions
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Ilncuverull manure, • V.Ia a gas cmissiuus tvilllc
sal iiILCS
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Manure, slurry ur sludge •
spreader outlets
slurry or sluaigc on field drying
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Dead • Carcass decomposition
Dead animal disposal • Carcass decomposition
CI Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits;
CI Proper locution/construction nfdisposal pits
Inclllt fittllrs • Incomplete combustion
• Cl Secondary stack burners
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131114111 ilala]t tt(3aar i:ig0011
I f'aalaala from second -Elegy, .
liotlom or midlevel • loading;
Cl Taut; covers;
0 Basin surface mats of solids;
CI Proven biological additives or oxidants
CI Extend drainpipe outlets un lerncath liquid
level;
0 Remove settled solids regularly
CI Soil injection of slurry/shulgcs;
CI Wash.residuatl manure from spreader idler use;
CI Proven biological additives or oxidants
O Soil injection ufslIrrry/shldges
Ci Soil incorporation within 48 Ilrs.;
Cl Spread in Min nnlfiarul layers for rapid drying;
CI Proven biological additives or oxidants
\dpi Proper disposition or carcasses
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l:ttviroltlnenIGl Assurance 19raj;rinn ; NI°PC ltilGnrtsat
0ptlnns fur Mollifying Odar; n repnri Iron➢ the Swine Odor Tusk Force
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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
• Flush Goners • Accumulation of solids
I.tltnuns tool fits Crusietl Sulitls
II1111's lu Cuulrol Insects She Specific 1'rncllces
I.hiuld Systems
0 flush system is designed awl operated
suflielenlly to remove uccnuntlatcd solids from
gutters as designed.
❑ • Itentovc bridging ofaccumulated solids it
(discharge
E xcEtslive Vegt.titivc, r Decaying ve gcl;ttiott
titlttt•!h
Muintuin lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minimize the
crtlsling of solids to u depth ofno more Hum 6 -
II inches aver more limn 30% ofsurface.
Maintain vegetative cannot alum; Dank of
•rl;nrini and other iiltionnutllirllls :;, al -event
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Di',?':Ii:itliN CIF Vi),A.TIER QUA.LITY (DWa) gio- thri-.,;tif
Eiivi.1:.(:.:rlf:::'',J'' riiI,ANAGE:mi1/4:1ET SERVICES (EMS) —47tr-.__00:,:.....- '-rd •
WATER CONSERVATiON DISTRICT (SWCD) iFt, ',IL - ,..,,,,:,..-,i,
RIE:r30/..IRCIE.3 CDi\ISERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) a -.1_, - 1.1
Iri :: C. i:)L,'EF...:i ,i1:1rivE EVI.TiFISIC,4',.! SERVICE (CES) ci.,p-.1.:
'Arlin be inplemented in the event that wastes from your operation are ikn
cir runninip of site. You should not wait until wastes real;:h surfac:.Ewit
Cr 1HE C.::w property to ,consider that you have a problem. You should rnaKe
c:nsure. that this cbes not happen. This plan should be posted in 'a E
[-DT. ernployees af •:he facility. The following are some actior. tern; Yi.:L I ShCI did
r Ansaii vastes. Depending on the situation, this may oe rnal, lot
Fos:031.e. ;-asoonses to some possible problems are listed
I...Avon overflow -possible solutions are:
=r to increase elevation of darn.
"1,11711) wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
3tor.)iU ficit's to the lagoon immediately.
a PiUiMPing contractor.
\Aik.t.rre rio surface water is entering lagoon.
E tDff 1:1-orr, waste application field -actions include:
'rnn-lecliate:y stop waste application.
0!-eatcE-.. a temporary diversion to contain waste.
;.ncorpwata waste to reduce runoff.
F.Eva1•u;Eite and eliminate the reason(s) that cause the runoff.
2, 'Evaluate application rates for the fields where runoff F. 1:l.
LIE kage •T•
pipes and sprinklers -action includa:
E3L. Stop ret:wcie pump,
b. Stop iitgation pump.
Mose vaives to eliminate further discharge.
prior to restarting pumps.
Lee ic3oe rom .14sh systems, houses, solid separators -action inciL.de.
;El, Stop recycin
!;.0„ Stop irri.6-...!,;1 purnp.
iVlake sure .&ohon occurs.
Stcij: aL flovvs in the house, flush systems, or solid separatws
Labkage from base, or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seapage
to .]otivirig, laElk-possible action:
. ;CA a small sump or ditch from the embankment to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
hole are ,*;aused by burrowing animals, trap or remove Ilnirch;!'i 3 arici
holes and .!:;;ornpact with a clay type soil.
c, have a professional evaluate the condition of the side. walls a: -if tagocy,
bly:tom as soon as possible.

3:7L5.;s 1.1-)(F.;
note any obvious damages.
id, the any surface waters?
- .• much was released and for what duration?
.A.rof ,ecte:f.2euch as employee injury, fish kills, or property dz.rnace",;.'
'''..:14:11:41.,e spill lea.i.4e the property'?
havi-,=;, the potential to reach surface waters?
,e future rain .vent cause the spill to reach surface waters?
q.Dtatiici,i water ,Jvells in danger (either on or off the property)?
waters?
call your DWQ regional office; Pion - After
errgency nun----ber: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should ircIui:k viDur
facilt:jo telephone number, the details of the incident fror Ls:: rn 2
:he exact location of the facility, the location or direction cif rnoN, ernE nit al
1-!=lae-th•Er :and wind conditions. The corrective measures '..hat liaan
Lid r take,n; and the seriousness of the sitution.
spill [eaves pLroperty or enters surface waters, call local EMS phci
EIV6 to contact local Helath Department.
Cona phone number - , local SWCD office phone number - local
S fo,:. Fsibviceltechnical assistance phone nurnber -
11 ril,)1Y0 -..)f ,:t•: ;:- •:. )t...!••Drks call 911 or the Sheriff's Department Enc. I ex p;ai.... yo I.J
- ..!:1-- -'ilS•!< the person to contact the proper agendas fcr vue
ertacr. -1:1-.e ;•...::.- i. - your choice to begin repair or problem 7.0 i'llinifl :7..1 041'..
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laol- U ie tihrtcil c:a I ;st who certified the lagoon (NRCS, orsuitii
Itro:;liernent ;procec;Uress as advised by DWQ and technical assistance afga:ii:.
3ctity thi damage, system, and reassess the waste rnanagryilic Wien lc
p t:irDt•ECITIV.; of wastes from happening again_
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WaterQuality
RegionaleperationsSection

Mortality Management Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
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i-ree feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours of knowledge of animal
death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing stream or public body of water
(G.S. 106-403). The bottom of the burial pit should be at least one foot above the seasonal
hig - 1.vater table. Attach burial location map and plan.
Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
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.02tiu.
RerderiHc at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
Comole`e incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
A composting system approved and permitted by the NC Department of Agriculture & Con-
sumer Services Veterinary Division (attach copy of permit). If compost is distributed off -farm,
additional requirements must be met and a permit is required from NC DEQ.
In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved by the
NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
Any met'-od 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.
(Writte^ approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recerr.mended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
• A catastrophic mortality disposal plan is part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
whe^ rumbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.
• Burial must be done in accordance with NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Division regulations and guidance.
• Mass burial sites are subject to additional permit conditions (refer to facility's animal
waste management system permit).
• I^ The event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may enact
additional temporary procedures or measures for disposal according to G.S. 108-399.4.
Signature of. arm Owner/Manager
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Date
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Signature of Technical Specialist Date

Operator:JBPRIEST County: SLADEN Dates 11/04/94
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner): 1600..0 feet
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0 sows (farrow to finish)
0 sows (farrow to feede
3672 head (finishing only)
0 sows (farrow to wean)
0 head (wean to feeder)
Describe other :
x 1417 lbs. -. 0 lbs
x 522 lbs. - 0 lbs
x 135 lbs. = 495720 lbs
x 433 lbs. - 0 lbs
x 30 lbs. -- 0 lbs
0
Total Average Live Weight = 495720 lbs
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 495720 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 495720 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
4. TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length (feet) - --
inside top width (feet)
Top of dike elevation (feet)--__.._
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet) -------------
Freeboard (feet)- --- ---.----
Side slopes (inside lagoon)
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
400.0
235.0
51.3
39.3
1.0
3.0 : 1
SS/EN01 SS/END2 SS/SIOE_1 SS/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 .0 3.0 394.0 229.0 11.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH
394.0 229.0
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
328.0 163.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
361.0 196.0
90226 (AREA OF TOP)
53464 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
283024 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + 4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] DEPTH/6
90226.0 283024.0 53464.0 1.8
otal Designed Volume Available = 782309 CU. FT.

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5, TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIREO
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length ^ Width =
408.0 235'0
,0 square feet
Buildings (roof and i water
.0 square feet
TOTAL O8 94000.0 square feet
Design temporary storage pe iod to be 180 day*,
5A. Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine prmduo �'` in gal,/day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Describe this area.
Volume = 49E720 lbs LW/135 lbs. ALW ^ 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume ~ 905515 r 121058,2 cubic feet
5S. 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.
0,0 gallons/day ^ 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
Volume = 0'0 cubic feet
SC. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall 'exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall
Volume =
� 7.0 inches
7'0 in / 12 inches per foot
Volume = G4833'3 cub feet

SO. Volume of 25 year - 24 rm
Volume =
7.5 ' 2 inches per foot * UA
Volume = 58750.0 :_
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. cubic feet
5E3. 0 cubic feet
SC. i cubic feet
5D. -H58 cubic feet
TOTAL t cubic feet
6. SUMMARY
Temporary storage period----___.____._-_..__-y 180 days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation ----j 7.0 inches
25 year - 24 hour rainfall--•.-_...._.--._._---_.-..___._-> 7.5 inches
1.0 feet
Side slopes__-- __._._-_------------ - - -_ __==> 3.0 . 1
inside top length-----_ - > 400.0 feet
inside top width_.._.___._.._._._..__._.__._..-_._...____._.__._._.__.> 235.0 feet
Top of dike elevation ) 51.3 feet.
Bottom of lagoon eleva tion--------._.__---.-------_.> 39.3 feet
Total required volume==--__.-__._.____._-. _-_> 730362 cu. ft.
Actual design > 782309 cu. ft.
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT) = > 43.5 feet
Stop pumping 47.1 feet
Must be > or = to the :SHWT elev.__--_-._.._.! 43.5 feet
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el.=> 45.3 feet
Required minimum treatment volume > 495720 cu. ft.
Volume at stop pumping e i evatiorr•-----•-._..__.-_..--> 512331 cu. ft.
Start pumping e l ev .----.-----•- --------- > 49.3 feet
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==> 723559 cu. ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation-----•--•> 693940 cu. ft.
Required volume to be pumped--__..__._ 175892 cu. ft. *
Actual volume planned to be pumped--__.-__..___._.) 181609 cu. ft.
1.8 feet
Min. thickness of soil liner
when required==>
7. DESIGNED E3Y: APPROVEO BY:
DATE: //46
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NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS:
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority. It is important to manage levels so that you do not have problems during extenespecial 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 first signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation according to
a farm 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 lagoon for any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following;
• Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous stand, The amount of fertilizer applied should be
based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain
a soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas
should be fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or
equivalent.
• Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled, This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth,
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating
the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events, Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following;
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes---Iook 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 lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary
of a waste discharge. However, aonsfix if there is a threat
technical expert. Any digging intoalgoon dam lwi h heavy equld uipment is a by the
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps ---check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need 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 Iot 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 Ioading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial
filling or another means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of
the lining.
When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize
bacterial establishment (due to warmer weather).
5 It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon
liquid volume. This seeding should ocCour at least two weeks prior to the
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7. A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained
and recharged each day, also work well.

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Management:
Practice water conservation ---minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation,
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 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 maximum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
▪ Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon.
▪ Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed,
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment.
▪ Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:

proper lagoon sizing,
mechanical solids separation of flushed waste,
gravity settling of flushed waste solids in an appropriately designed basin, or
• minimizing feed wastage and spillage.
Lagoon sludge that is removed annually rather than stored long term will:
▪ have more nutrients,
have more odor, and
require more land to properly use the nutrients.
Removal techniques:
• Hire a custom applicator.
• Mix the sludge and lagoon liquid with a chopper -agitator impeller
pump through large -bore sprinkler irrigation system onto nearby cropland;
and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; mix remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge applicator; haul
and spread onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
▪ Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; dredge sludge from lagoon with dragline or sludge barge; berm
an area beside lagoon to receive the sludge so that liquids can drain back
into lagoon; allow sludge to dewater; haul and spread with manure spreader
onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Regardless of the method, you must have the sludge material analyzed for waste
constituents just as you would your lagoon water. The sludge will contain different
nutrient and metal values from the liquid. The application of the sludge to fields will be
limited by these nutrients as well as any previous waste applications to that field and crop
requirement, Waste application rates will be discussed in detail in Chapter 3,
When removing sludge, you must also pay attention to the liner to prevent damage. Close
attention by the pumper or drag -line operator will ensure that the lagoon liner remains
intact. If you see soil material or the synthetic liner material being disturbed, you should
stop the activity immediately and not resume until you are sure that the sludge can be
removed without liner injury. If the liner is damaged it must be repaired as soon as
possible,
Sludge removed from the lagoon has a much higher phosphorus and heavy metal content
than liquid. Because of this it should probably be applied to land with low phosphorus
and metal levels, as indicated by a soil test, and incorporated to reduce the chance of
erosion. Note that if the sludge is applied to fields with very high soil -test phosphores, it
should be applied only at rates equal to the crop removal of phosphorus. As with other
wastes, always have your lagoon sludge analyzed for its nutrient value.
The application of sludge will increase the amount of odor at the waste application site.
Extra precaution should be used to observe the wind direction and other conditions which
could increase the concern of neighbors.

Possible Causes of' Lagoon Failure
Lagoon failures result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure. Types
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
darn. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to Iagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure ---an example is the placement of a pipe
in the darn without proper design and construction. (Consult an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams,)
• Lagoon liquid levels ---high levels are a safety risk,
▪ Failure to inspect and maintain the dam,
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon,
• Liner integrity ---protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly cause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure,