HomeMy WebLinkAbout090166_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410State 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. Fann Number: 09-0166 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS090166
2. Facility Name: Crooked Branch Nurser\
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Crooked Branch NUYYery Inc
4. Landowner's Mailing Address. 818 S Poplar St
City: Elizabethtown State: NC Zip: 28337
Telephone Number: 910-874-1380 Ext. E-mail: scampbell@stmc.net
5. Facility's Physical Address: 1750burne4 Rd
City: Bladenboro State: NC Zip: 28320
6. County where Facility is located: Bladen
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner): Craig Ross Lennon
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 910-876-0558 Ext.
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): Prestage Farms Inc
10. Operator Name (OIC): Charles M. Hardee Phone No.: 910-645-4039
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type Allowable Count
Swine - Wean to Feeder 6,080
Operation Types:
OIC #: 16284
Swine Cattle Dry Poultry Other Types
Wean to Finish Dairy Calf Non Laying Chickens Horses - Horses
Wean to Feeder Daily 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 Poultn
Gilts Other Non Laying Pullet
Other Layers
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)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(inches)
09-166-01
1//// 5
Clay
,116/26,6
(peCtIbt,
19.00
4P
19.00
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 bs the owner and a certified technical specialistcontaining:
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: 2019PermitRenewal@ncdenr.gov
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 a principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name: L A --iv, ( 1 Title: (P2L--tea )Z)r.
Signature: f _i) Date: 3 2.M
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: (919) 707-9100
E-mail: 2019PermitRenewal@ncdenr.gov
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019
ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary `�"' `
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
Crooked Branch Nursery Inc
Crooked Branch Nursery
818 S Poplar St
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
APR 02 2019
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
Your facility is currently approved for operation under one of the Animal Waste Operation State Non -Discharge General Permits,
which expire on September 30, 2019. Copies of the new animal waste operation State Non -Discharge General Permits are available
at https://daq nc gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-qualiiv -regional-operations/afo or by writing or calling:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: (919) 707-9100
In order to assure your continued coverage under the State Non -Discharge General Permits. \ou must submit an application for
permit coverage to the Division. Enclosed you will fmd a "Request for Certificate of Coverage Facili¢\ Currently Covered b\ an
Expiring State Non -Discharge General Permit." The application form must be completed, signed and returned b April 3. 2019.
Please note that you must include one (1) cop}of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with the
completed and signed application form. A list of items included in the CAWMP can be found on page 2 of the renewal
application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the State Non -Discharge General Permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel
free to contact the Animal Feeding Operations Branch staff at 919-707-9100.
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures):
Sincerely,
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Fa\ etteville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Bladen County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS090166
Prestaae Farms Inc
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s 51i N. 5a' tiav St. 1536 M M. See ce Center ks'e gh , N•a rtl CeroJ:�aa 276S5-1638
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Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
11-15-2011
This plan has been prepared for:
Crooked Branch Nursery Inc
Matt Hardee
304 Westwood Drive
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
910-874-4020
This plan has been developed by:
Samuel G Warren
NRCS
208 West Chestnut Street
Goldsboro, NC 27530
(919) 734-5281
Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nutrient Management with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance procedures
established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste utilization plan for
the farm named above. I have read and understand the Required Specifications concerning animal
waste management that are included with this plan.
%1-
Signature (owner) Date
Signature (manager or producer) Date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By:
Technical Specialist Signature Date
APR (92019
Preview Database Version 3.1 Date Printed:__'`)-1'5-261a Cover Page 1
Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
S5 Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid waste generated 1,161,280 gals/year by a 6,080 animal
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste storage
capacities of approximately 180 days.
Broadcast
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
2675
Incorporated
4593
Injected
5059
Irrigated
2907
Year 1
Max. Avail.
PAN (lbs) *
2,907
Actual PAN
Applied (lbs)
3079
PAN Surplus/ Actual Volume Volume Surplus/
Deficit (lbs) Applied (Gallons) Deficit (Gallons)
-172 1,229,719 -68,439
Note: In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source.
* Max. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application method(s) identified in the plan for this source.
Preview Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 11-15-2011 Source Page Page 1 of 1
The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in this plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates are
also provided for each crop, as well as the crop's P205 Removal Rate. The Leaching Index (LI) and the Phosphorous Loss Assessment
7oo1 (PLAT) Rating are also provided for each field, where available.
If a field's PLAT Rating is High, any planned manure application is limited to the phosphorous removal rate of the harvested plant
biomass for the crop rotation or multiple years in the crop sequence. Fields with a Very High PLAT Rating should receive no
additional applications of manure. Regardless of the PLAT rating, starter fertilizers may be recommended in accordance with North
Carolina State University guidelines or recommendations. The quantity of P205 applied to each crop is shown in the following table if
the field's PLAT rating is High or Very High.
Planned Crops Summary
Tract
Field
Total
Acres
Useable
Acres
Plat
Rating
LI
Soil Series
Crop Sequence
RYE
P205
_
Removal
(lbs/acre)
Applied
(lbslacre)
9480
1
7.60
7.60
Unknown
N/A
a
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
15
N/A
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
*6.1 Tons
75
N/A
9480
2
1.lti
1.10
Unknown
N/A
Goldsboro
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
15
N/A
_Hybrid
Bermudagrass Hay
6.5 Tons
80
N/A
PLAN TOTALS:
8.70
8.70
LI
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
2
Low potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone. .
None
>— 2 &
<= 10
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned.
> 10
High potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned. Other conservation practices that improve the soils
available water holding capacity and improve nutrient use efficiency should be considered. Examples
are Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sod -Based Rotations (328), Long -Term No -Till (778),
and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Strips (393) and Riparian Forest Buffers (391).
PLAT Index
Rating
P Management Recommendation
0 - 25
Low
No adjustment needed; N based application
25 - 50
Medium
No adjustment needed; N based application
51 - 100
High
Application limited to crop P removal
> 100
Very High
Starter P application only
Preview
Database Version 3.1 Date Printed 11/15/2011
PCS Page Page 1 of 1
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
ine e Utiliza tion table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for tnis operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of
me imizents being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements, the nutrients
is nt uptake. acres of cropland neededs to use
q nts, and proper timing of applications to
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the cropbeing
commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied
grown and an estimate of the nitrogeneamount each being supplied to supply tor he indicated
aced quantity
of nitrogen from each source is also included. A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure applied is included in the table
the utilization of the manure generated by the operation. on field in order supply the indicated quantity
able to ensure that the plan adequately provides
Waste Utilization Table
Tract
9480
9480
9480
9480
Field
Source
ID Soil Series
S5 Wagram
S5 Wagram
S5 Goldsboro
S5 Goldsboro
Total
Acres
7.60
7.60
1.10
1.10
Use.
Acres
7.60
7.60
1.10
Crop
Small Grain Overseed
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
Small Grain Overseed
1.10 Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
Year 1
Nitrogen Comm. Res.
PA Fert. (Ibs/A)
Nutrient Nutrient
Req'd Applied
(Ibs/A) (lbs/A)
Applic.
RYE Period N
1.0 Tons 10/1-3/31
50
*6.1 Ton 3/1-9/30 *305
1.0 Tons 10/1-3/31
6.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
Notes: 1. In the tract column, - symbol means leased, otherwise, owned. 2. Symbol * means user entered data.
Preview Database Version 3.1
Date Printed: 11/15/2011
50
296
Applic.
N N Method
0
0
0
0
0
Irrig.
Irrig.
0 Irrig.
Irrig.
Manure Liquid Solid
PA ManureA Manure
NutrientA pplied Applied
pplied (acre) (acre)
(lbs/A)
1000
gal/A
Tons
50 19.97 0.00
305 121.83 0.00
50 19.97
296
0.00
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
1000 gals
151.79
925.90
21.97
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
tons
0.00
0.00
0.00
130.06 0.00
Total Applied, 1000 gallons 1,229 72
Total Produced, 1000 gallons 1,161.28
Balance, 1000 gallons -68.44
Total Applied, tons - 0.00
Total Produced, tons 0.00
Balance, tons 0.00
118.24
0.00
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The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table. Infiltration rate varies with soils. If
applying waste nutrients through an irrigation system, you must apply at a rate that will not result in runoff. This table provides the
maximum application rate per hour that may be applied to each field selected to receive wastewater. It also lists the maximum
application amount that each field may receive in any one application event.
Irrigation Application Factors
Tract
Field
Soil Series
Application Rate
(inches/hour)
Application Amount
(inches)
9480
1
Wagram
0.60
1.0
9480
2
Goldsboro
0.50
1.0
Preview Database Version 3.1 Date Printed 11/15/2011 IAF Page Page 1 of 1
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data
The Nutrient Management Recommendations table shown below provides an annual summary of the nutrient management plan
developed for this operation. This table provides a nutrient balance for the listed fields and crops for each year of the plan.
Required nutrients are based on the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements and soil test results. The
quantity of nutrient supplied by each source is also identified.
The total quantity of nitrogen applied to each crop should not exceed the required amount. However, the quantity of other
nutrients applied may exceed their required amounts. This most commonly occurs when manure or other byproducts are utilized
to meet the nitrogen needs of the crop. Nutrient management plans may require that the application of animal waste be limited so
as to prevent over application of phosphorous when excessive levels of this nutrient are detected in a field. In such situations,
additional nitrogen applications from nonoiganic sources may be required to supply the recommended amounts of nitrogen.
Nutrient Management Recommendations Test
YEAR
Tract
Acres
Field
App. Period
9480
7.60
0
10/1-3/31
RYE
CROP Small Grain Overseed
Soil Series
Sample Date
P Removal Rating
Tract I Field
Wagram
Req'd Nutrients
Supplied By:
N
(lbs/A)
50
P2O5
(lbs/A)
0
K2O
(lbs/A)
0
Mg
(lbs/A)
0
Ivan
(lbs/A)
Zn
(lbs/A)
Cu
(lbs/A)
Lime
(tons/A)
0
0
Starter
Commercial Fert
Residual
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1.0 Tons
11-03-11
Manure
15 lbs/ac. Unknown
9480
2
Acres + App. Period 1.10 10/1-3/31
CROP Small Grain Overseed
Soil Series
RYE[ Sample Date
1' Removal
Rating
Goldsboro
1.0 Tons 11-03-11
15 lbs/ac. Unknown
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
BALANCE
Req'd Nutrients
0
50
0
50
0
27
27
20
0
68
68
0
0
6
6
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Y
0
Supplied By:
Starter
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Commercial Fert.
Residual
Manure
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
50
BALANCE
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27
68
6
0
0
0
0
7
68
6
0
1
NMR Page Page 1 of 2
0
r
Nutrient Management Recommendations Test
YEAR
Tract J Field
Acres
App. Period
CROP
1
9480 1 2
1.10 3/1-9/30
Hybrid Bermudagrass
Hay
Req'd Nutrients
Supplied By:
Starter
N
(lbs/A)
296
0
P2O5
(lbs/A)
20
0
K2O
(lbs/A)
0
0
Mg
(lbs/A)
0
0
Mn
(lbs/A)
0
0
Zn
(lbs/A)
0
0
Cu
(lbs/A)
0
0
Lime
(tons/A)
Commercial Fert.
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Soil Series
RYEI Sample Date
P Removal !Rating
Goldsboro
Residual
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
6.5 Tons
80 lbs/ac.
11-03-11
Unknown
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
Database Version 3.1
Manure
296
161
405
36
7
1
BALANCE
Date Printed: 11/15/2011
0
141
405
36
1
7
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Narrative
Landowner yeild records for 3 of last 5 years used to over -ride rates to "grandfather" yeilds above RYE
on field No.1.
Preview Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 11-15-2011 Narrative Page Page 1 of 1
The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for sludge
utilization for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen concentrations for each source,
the number of animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application rates shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effluent. At clean out, this
material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the priority nutrient is nitrogen but
other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since nutrient levels are generally very high,
application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not be used for
sludge application. If this is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields with high amounts of
copper and zinc so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface water moving to streams and lakes,
phosphorous is a concem. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also be a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Crop
Corn 120 bu
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
Soybean 40 bu
Maximum
PA-N Rate
lb/ac
150
300
160
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gal/ac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Swine Nursery Lagoon Sludge - Standard
13.16
26.32
15.48
7.74
14.04
14.51
30.95
15.48
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
46.43
23.21
29.02
43.52
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage capacity available
at the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the design storage capacity in days
minus the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start date is a value entered by the user and is
defined as the date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or
holding pond is equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design storage
capacity of the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage capacity, this indicates that
the plan calls for the application of nutrients that have not yet accumulated. If available storage capacity is negative,
the estimated volume of accumulated waste exceeds the design storage volume of the structure. Either of these
situations indicates that the planned application interval in the waste utilization plan is inconsistent with the
structure's temporary storage capacity.
Available Waste Storage Capacity
Source Name
Start Date
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid
9/1
Plan Year
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Month
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
180
Available Storage Capacity (Days) *
70
53
66
69
104
140
175
177
180
160
141
115
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This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking,
overflowing, or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters or
•leave your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every effort to
ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for
all employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should take.
I. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may or may not be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed below.
A. Lagoon overflow— possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field —actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that caused the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers —actions include:
a. Stop recycle pump
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators —actions include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
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e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
E. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed to
flowing leaks —possible actions:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch away from the embankment to catch all seepage,
put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.
2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off of the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours,rcall your DWQ (Division of Water Quality)
regional office; Phone �t(O (44G 15'41After hours, emergency number: 1-800-858-0368.
Your phone call should include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details
of the incident from item 2 above, the exact location of the facility, the location or
direction of movement of the spill, weather and wind conditions, the corrective
measures that have been undertaken, and the seriousness of the situation.
b. If spill leaves the property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number-
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact CES, phone numbercl0-L-45iI, local SWCD office phone number q(tl Yik 43 i "IGj
and local NRCS office for advice/technical assistance; phone number " . .
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriffs Department and explain your
problem to them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5 Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair of problem to minimize off -site
damage.
Contractor'I.rc. e• iM ; 11 I j.y, ePT.)rr
b. Contractor's Address: GA- L1-1J13tniC'a (liL
c. Contractor's Phone: '71i1- (f0-'46124
2 December 18, 1996
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:_
GI`e.hrl C[i'ffc
410-59z-...77[e, er71• 2-L11
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste management plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
3 December 18, 1996
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source
Cause
BMPs to Minimize Odor
Site Specific Practices
Farmstead
• Swine Production
EV vegetative or wooded buffers;
recommended best management practices;
Good judgement and common sense
Animal body surfaces
• Dirty manure -covered animals
2 Dy floors
Floor surfaces
Manure collection pits
• Wet manure -covered floors
• Urine;
• Partial microbial decomposition
Slatted floors;
Waterers located over slotted floors;
O Feeders at high end of solid floors;
crape manure buildup from floors;
O Underfloor ventilation for drying
CY Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge, or
scrape;
O Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans
Indoor surfaces
• Volatile gases; maintenance;
• Dust Efficient air movement
• Dust
21----Washdown between groups of animals;
O Feed additives;
O Feed covers;
O Feed delivery downspout extenders to feeder covers
Flush tanks
• Agitation of recycled lagoon liquid 0 Flush tank covers;
while tanks are filling
O Extend fill to near bottom of tanks with anti -siphon
vents
Flush alleys
• Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
• Underfloor flush with underfloor ventilation
Pit recharge points
Lift stations
• Agitation of recycled lagoon liquid
while pits are filling
• Agitation during sump tank filling
and drawdown
Extend recharge lines to near bottom of pits with
anti -siphon vents
O Sump tank covers
Outside drain collection or • Agitation during wastewater 0 Box covers
junction boxes conveyance
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page 3
Source Cause BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
End of drainpipes at lagoon • Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
ar-Extend discharge point of pipes underneath
lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces
• Volatile gas emission;
• Biological mixing;
• Agitation
/Proper lagoon liquid capacity;
Correct lagoon startup procedures;
❑ inimum surface area -to -volume ratio;
!3 Minimum agitation when pumping;
❑ Mechanical aeration;
❑ Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles • High pressure agitation;
• Wind drift
f��migate on dry days with little or no wind;
13 Minimum recommended operating pressure;
11---Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface;
❑ Pump from second stage lagoon
Storage tank or basin
surface
Settling basin surface
Manure, slurry or sludge
spreader outlets
• Partial microbial decomposition;
• Mixing while filling;
• Agitation when emptying
• Partial microbial decomposition;
• Mixing while filling;
• Agitation when emptying
• Agitation when spreading;
• Volatile gas emissions
❑ Bottom or midlevel loading;
O Tank covers;
O Basin surface mats of solids;
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
O Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid level;
O Remove settled solids regularly
O Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
O Wash residual manure from spreader after use;
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry
or sludge on field surfaces
Dead animals
• Volatile gas emissions while drying
• Carcass decomposition
Dead animal disposal pits • Carcass decomposition
Incinerators
• Incomplete combustion
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page 4
O Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
O Soil incorporation within 48 hrs.;
O Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
O Pxoven biological additives or oxidants
of Proper disposition of carcasses
O Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits;
O Proper location/construction of disposal pits
O Secondary stack burners
Source Cause BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Standing water around • Improper drainage; a- Grade and landscape such that water drains away
facilities a Microbial decomposition of organic from facilities
matter
Mud tracked onto public
roads from farm access
• Poorly maintained access roads 2Farm access road maintenance
Additional Information:
Available From:
Swine Manure Management; .0200 Rule/BMP Packet
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies; EBAE Fact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge - Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Flush - Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Design and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-88
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIH-33
Environmental Assurance Program: NPPC Manual
Options for Managing Odor; a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PRO107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page 5
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU - BAE
NCSU - Swine Extension
NC Pork Producers Assoc.
NCSU - Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension
Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cause
Flush Gutters s Accumulation of Solids
Lagoons and Pits • Crusted Solids
Excessive Vegetative • Decaying vegetation
Growth
BMPs to Minimize Insects Site Specific Practices
Ljquid Systems
IrPhish system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids from
ters as designed;
• Er -Remove bridging of accumulated solids at discharge
Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minimi7P the
crusting of solids to a depth of no more than 6 -
8m„)..inches over more than 30 % of surface.
aintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's p :rimeter.
y Systems
Feeders • Feed Spillage [ Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimise the
accumulation of decaying wastage.
'leanup spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
day interval during sununer; 15-30 day interval
during winter).
Feed Storage • Accumulation of feed residues
xeduce moisture accumulation within and
around immediate perimeter of feed storage
areas by insuring drainage away from site
and/or providing adequate containment (e.g.,
covered bin for brewer's grain and similar high
�Inoisture grain products).
spect•for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as
needed.
Animal Holding Areas • Accumulations of animal wastes p iliminate low areas that trap moisture along
and feed wastage fences and other locations where waste
accumulates and disturbance by animals is
cAlimunal.
aintain fence rows and filter strips around
animal holding areas to minimize
accumulations of wastes (Le. inspect for and
remove or break up accumulated solids as
needed.
AMIC - November 11, 1996, Page 1
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Source Cause
BMPs to Minimize Insects Site Specific Practices
Dry Manure Handling • Accumulations of animal wastes vs icemove spillage on a routine basis (e,g., 7-10
Systems day interval during summer; 15-30 day interval
during winter) where manure is loaded for land
application or disposal.
p Provide fo adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles.
❑ Inspect for an remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filter snips around stockpiles and
manure handling areas as needed.
For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University,
Raleigh, NC 27695-7613
AMIC - November 11, 1996, Page 2
SHEET 1 OF 2
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
180 days of temporary storage. The time required for the planned
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reached may vary
due to site conditions, weather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists of 180 days storage for:
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the 25 year - 24 hour storm for the location.
The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals will be
fairly constant throughout the year and from year to year, but excess
rainfall will vary from year to year. The 25 year rainfall will not
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping cycle, but this storage
volume must always be available.
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of pipe(s) from
building(s). If the outlet pipe is not installed at the elevation to
begin pumping, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to indicate when pumping should begin. An elevation must be established
to stop pumping to maintain lagoon treatment depth.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply waste without
runoff or leaching.
Land application of waste water is recognized Is an acceptable
method of disposal. Methods of application include solid set,
center pivot, guns, and traveling gun irrigation. Care should be
taken when applying waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
1. It is strongly recommended that the treatment lagoon be pre -
charged to 1/2 its capacity to prevent excessive odors during
start-up. Pre -charging reduces the concentration of the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducing odors. Solids should be
covered with effluent at all times. When precharging is complete,
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresh water should not
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see attachment)
before land application.
3. Begin temporary storage pump -out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 49.3 as marked by /zermanent marker. Stop pump -
out when the fluid level reaches elevation 47.2 . This temporary
storage, less 25 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 84443 cubic feet or
631636 gallons.
SHEET 2 OF 2
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (1) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.3
inch per hour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surface runoff is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
B. Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetated buffer around
waste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streams. Waste will
not be applied in open ditches. Do not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a well. Waste shall be applied in a
manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the discharge of
pollutants into waters of the United States, The Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Division of Environ-
mental Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this law.
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority_ It is especially important to
manage levels so that you do not have problems during extended rainy and wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the receiving crop
is dormant such as wintertime for bermudagrass or when there are extended rainy spells such as
the thunderstorm season in. the summertime. This means that at the 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 receivelagoon 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 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.
LAGOON MAINTENANCE
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following:
1 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 yearsthat weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE:Ifvegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter the
lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in thelagoon that are treating the waste..
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Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of the lagoon
and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be checked should
include, as a minimum, the following:
✓ Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes --- look for:
1 . separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition ofpipes
✓ 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 side walls, 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 side wall, 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 fix if there is a threat of a waste discharge.
However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the technical expert. Any digging into a
lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious undertaking with potentially serious consequences
and should not be conducted unless recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps --- check for proper operation of
1 . recycling pumps
2. irrigation pump s
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 runof roof drainage, .gutter. outlets, and parking lot runoff) away
from your lagoon and other waste treatment or storage structures. The only water
that should be coining into your lagoon .isthat-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 ram (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 hiplanning irrigation applications and
storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may have an inflow problem from a surface water
diversion or there may be seepage into the lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
1. Immediately after construction.. establish a complete sod cover on bare soil surfaces
to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before waste
loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or -bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have.a_flexiilepipc extender on the end of the
pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial filling or another
means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize bacterial
establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon liquid
volume. This seeding should occur at least two weeks prior to the addition of
wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid ..pIL 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 wastewateris. 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.
Practice water conservation --- minimize building water usage and spillage from
leaking waterers, broken pipes and wash down 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
Management:
✓ 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 storagewill 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 thepossibility 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 nearbycropland;_ and soil incorporate..
• Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or forage land; mix
remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge applicator;. haul and spread onto cropland or
forage land; and soil incorporate.
• Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or forage land;
dredge sludge from lagoon with drag line 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 forage land; and soil incorporate.
Regardless of the method, you must have the shidge 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.
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 appliedto 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 phosphorus, 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 dam.
Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for ensuring structure
safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure..--- an example is the placement of a pipe in
the dam without proper design and construction, (Consult an 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 loweringlagoon liquid level below groundwater table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving
a a ill soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it_ se can quickly large discharge
of
wastewater and possible dam failure.
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, �� �1i��,,�c�n Mortality Management Methods
c, Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
r1l Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary
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Routine Mortality
Burial three 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
high water table. Attach burial location map and plan.
Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
Complete 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 method which, in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian, would make possible
the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval 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 recommended 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
when numbers 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).
• In 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. 106-399.4.
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Date
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Signikure of Technical Specialist Date
Signature of Farm Owner/Manager
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operator:MORRIS SKIPPER County: BLADEN Date: 07/11/95
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner): 2000.0 feet
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0 sows (farrow to finish) 4 1417 lbs.
0 sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs.
0 head (finishing only) x 135 lbs.
0 sows (farrow to wean) x 433 lbs.
6080 head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs.
Describe other :
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:
Total Average Live Weight =
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 182400 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 182400 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
SLUDGE ACCUMULATION NOT COMPUTED
AT OWNERS REQUEST. REMOVE SLUDGE
AS NEEDED.
Inside top length (feet) .....................
Inside top width (feet)------------- ----
Top of dike elevation (feet)- ----- -
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet) ------------
Freeboard (feet) .............................
Side slopes (inside lagoon) ..................
380.0
180.0
51.0
41.0
1.0
3.0 : 1
|otal design volume using prismoidal formula
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SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 374.0 174.0 9.0
65076 (AREA OF TOP)
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
320.0 170.0 38400 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
347.0 147.0 204036 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
65076.0 204036.0 38400.0 1.5
Total Designed Volume Available = 461268 CU. FT.
0 lbs
0 lbs
0 lbs
0 lbs
182400 lbs
0
182400 lbs
ARFA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
374.0 174.0
TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width =
380.0 180.0 68400.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet
TOTAL DA 68400.0 square feel -
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Describe this area'
Volume = 182400 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day
Volume = 333184 gals. or 44543.3 cubic feet
180 days
Volome of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0.0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7.48 gallohs
per CF
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
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 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 39900.0 cubic feet
=
7.0 inches
5 D . Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume =
Volume =
7.0 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
39900.0 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
6. SUMMARY
7.
Volume at start pumping elevation=------====>
Required volume to be pumped================>
Actual volume planned to be pumped==========>
Min. thickness of soil liner when required==>
DESIGNED BY:
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APPROVED BY:
DATE:
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATI�N PLAN
COMMFNTS:
44543 cubic
0 cubic
39900 cubic
39900 cubic
feet
feet
feet
feet
124343 cubic feet
Temporary storage period-===================>
Rainfall in excess of evaporation===========>
25 year - 24 hour rainfall==================>
Inside top length===========================>
Inside top width============================>
Bottom of lagoon elevation==================>
Total required volume==============-========>
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===>
Stop pumping elev.=================-========>
Must be > or = to the SHWT
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el..=>
Required minimum treatment volume===========>
Volume at stop pumping elevation============>
Start pumping elev.=========================>
180
7.0
7.0
1.0
3.0
380.0
180.0
51.0
41.0
306743
461268
47.2
47.2
47.2
47.0
182400
291681
49.3
days
inches
inches
feet
: 1
feet
feet
feet
feet
cu.
cu.
feet
feet *
feet
feet
cu. ft.
c.1. ft.
feet *
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==> 421368 cu. ft.
416516
84443 cu. ft. *
124836 cu. ft. *
1.5 feet
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