090169_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 verb all information and make any necessary corrections below.
Application must be signed and dated by the Permittee.
1. Farm Number: 09-0169 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS090169
2. Facility Name: Gillespie Fame LLC
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Charles W Gillespie
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 874 Dewitt Gooden Rd
City: Elizabethtown
State: NC Zip: 28337-5366
Telephone Number: 910-876-2902 Ext. E-mail: [e-mail]
5. Facility's Physical Address: 874 Dewitt Gooden Rd
City: Elizabethtown State: NC Zip: 28337
6. County where Facility is located: Bladen
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner): Charles Gillespie
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 910-645-4452 Ext.
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write 'None"): Murphy -Brown LLC
10. Operator Name (OIC): Charles W. Gillespie Phone No.:
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit:
Operation Types:
Operations Type Allowable Count
Swine - Feeder to Finish 2,400
OIC #: 16280
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

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)
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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:
I. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), siciied b) 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 v
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. V
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]
RECEIVED/NC DEQ/DW R
MAR 2 5 2019
Water Quality
Regional Operations Section

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: fa
GtrjeS
Title: G Ii 2 e Y"
Signature: £ 1 j a- 1 Leicil_�3'f C-Q Date: MGtl`C i 1 L i2&f 9
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

ROY COOPER
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER NORTH CAROLINA
birector Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
Charles W Gillespie
Gillespie Farm LLC
874 Dewitt Gooden Rd
Elizabethtown, NC 28337-5366
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
RECENEDINCDEQIDWR
MAR252019
Water Quality
Regional Operations Section
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://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-qualitk -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: [phone]
In order to assure your continued coverage under the State Non -Discharge General Permits. you must submit an application for
permit coverage to the Division. Enclosed you will find a "Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility Currenthv Covered b} an
Expiring State Non -Discharge General Permit." The application form must be completed. signed and returned by April 3. 2019.
Please note that 'ou must include one (11 copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan ICAWMP) 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
Fay etteville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Bladen County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS090169
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Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
01-23-2001
This plan has been prepared for:
Charles Gillespie Finishing
Charles Wendell Gillespie
874 Dewitt Gooden Rd.
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
910-645-4452
This plan has been developed by:
Samuel G. Warren
NRCS/Bladen SWCD
122 Agriculture Service Center
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
910-862-3179 Ext. 3
Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance
procedures established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste
utilization plan for the farm named above. I have read and understand the Required
Specifications concerning animal waste management that are included with this plan.
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/- .2 -6/
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
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Nutrients applied in 'accordance with this plan will be supplied from the
following source(s): '
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
S7
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid waste generated 2,224,800 gals/year
by a 2,400 animal Swine Finishing Lagoon Liquid operation. This
production facility has waste storage capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
5127
Incorporated
8806
Injected
9697
Irrigated
5573
Actual PAN Applied — /oj" /Q..= c�_.
Year 1
_ 5678
Notes:
In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source.
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Narrative
Landowner has "depopulated" plan to 3 houses, 2400 head finishers and requested plan revision
accordingly. All field rates "grandfathered" in, but adjustments made for WA determination. Field #15 is
Dunbar and Gritney soils, but used lower rate (Dunbar) as general soil type and kept the 5.3 ton/ac. yield
from old plan.
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The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres of
cropland needed to use the nutrients being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements,
and proper timing of applications to maximize nutrient uptake.
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the crop being grown and an estimate of the nitrogen amount being supplied by manure or
other by-products, commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each field in
order to supply the indicated quantity of nitrogen from each source is also included.
A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure applied is included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provides for the utilization of the
manure generated by the operation. Animal operations that generate liquid waste and utilize waste storage facilities (lagoons or holding ponds) may apply more or
less waste in any given year than is annually generated by the facility. In order to determine whether the plan adequately utilizes the waste produced by the facility,
the storage capacity table included in this plan should be reviewed to ensure that the design capacity of the storage facility is not exceeded during the planning
period.
Depending on the requirements of the crop and the nutrient content of the waste, some nutrients will likely be over or under applied if animal waste is being
utilized. Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle and annual soil tests are required if animal waste is being applied. Soil tests should be used to
balance the nutrient application amounts with the realistic yields of the crop to be grown. Nutrient management plans may require that the application of animal
waste be limited so as to prevent over application of phosphorous when excessive levels of this nutrient are detected in a field.
Waste Utilization Table
Year 1
Tract
Field
Source
I.D.
Soil Series
Total
Acre
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
RYE
Unit
Applic.
Period .
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
(lbs/A).
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
[Ihs/A1
Res.
(lbs/A)
N
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
7
lbs/A
1000
gal/A
tons
1000 gals
tons
1754
12
S7
Dunbar
1.6
1.6
Bermudagrass Hay
5.0
Tons
*4/1-9/30
* 250
0
0
Irrig.
250
99.8
0.0
159.7
0.0
1754
12
S7
Dunbar
1.6
1.6
Small Grain Overseed
1.0
Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
20.0
0.0
31.9
0.0
1754
14
S7
Gritney
2.1
1.6
Bermi7"dagrass flay
5.5
Tons
*4/1-9/36 fi4
275.
0
0
In-ig.
275
109.8
0.0
175.6
0.0
1754
14
S7
Gritney
2.1
1.6
fi ii'verseCii
I.0
"ttiiiS
10/1 3/51'*
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
20.0
0.0
31.9
0.0
1754
15
S7
Dunbar
15.0
9.2
Biermudagrass Hay
*5.3
Tons
*4/1-9/30
* 265
r 0
0
Irrig.
265
105.8
0.0
973.3
0.0
1754
15
S7
Dunbar
15.0
9.2/Small
Grain Overseed
1.0
Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
20.0
0.0
183.6
0.0
1754
6
S7
Gritney
4.7
4.0
Bermudagrass Hay
5.5
Tons
*4/1-9/30
* 275.
0
0
Irrig.
275
109.8
0.0
439.1
0.0
1754
6
S7
Gritney
4.7
4.0
Shall Grain Overseed
1.0
Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
,20.0
0.0
79.8
0.0
1754
8
S7
Dunbar
2.7
1.6
Bermudagrass Hay
5.0
Tons
*4/1-9/30
* 250
0
0
Irrig.
250
99.8
0.0
159.7
0.0
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Waste Utilization Table
Year 1
Tract
Field
Source
I.D.
Soil Series
Total
Acre
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
RYE
Unit
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
lIbs/Al
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
(lbs/A1
Res.
(lbs/A)
N
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
. (Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
1000
lbs/A gal/A
tons
1000 gals
tons
1754
8
S7
Dunbar
2.7
1.6 Small Grain Overseed
1.0
Tons _
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50� 20.0
0.0
31.9
0.0
'
Lagoon Liquids
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
_ 2,267
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
2,225
Balance, 1000 gallons
-42
Manure Solids
Total Applied, tons
_
0
Total Produced, tons
0
Balance. tons
0
Notes: 1. In the tract column, symbol _ means leased, otherwise, owned.
2. Symbol * means user entered data.
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The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table.
Infiltration rate varies with soils. If applying waste nutrients through an irrigation system, you must apply
at a rate that will not result in runoff. This table provides the maximum application rate per hour that may
be applied to each field selected to receive wastewater. It also lists the maximum application amount that
each field may receive in any one application event.
Irrigation Annlication Factors
Tract
Field
Soil Series
Application Rate
(inches/hour)
Application Amount
(inches)
1754
12
Dunbar
0.50
0.96
1754
14
Gritney
0.40
0.96
1754
15
Dunbar
0.50
0.96
1754
6
Gritney
0.40
0.96
1754
8
Dunbar
0.50
0.96
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The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for
sludge utilization for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen
concentrations for each source, the number of animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application
rates shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effluent. At
clean out, this material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the
priority nutrient is nitrogen but other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since
nutrient levels are generally very high, application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not be
used for sludge application. If this is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields with
high amounts of copper and zinc so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface water
moving to streams and lakes, phosphorous is a concern. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also be
a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Crop
Maximum
PA-N Rate
lb/ac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gal/ac
Minimum Acres
9 5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
150
13.16
40.12
80.23
120.35
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
20.06
40.12
60.17
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
37.61
75.22
112.83
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage
capacity available at the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the
design storage capacity in days minus the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start
date is a value entered by the user and is defined as the date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in
the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or holding pond is equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design
storage capacity of the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage
capacity, this indicates that the plan calls for the application of nutrients that have not yet accumulated. If
available storage capacity is negative, the estimated volume of accumulated waste exceeds the design
storage volume of the structure. Either of these situations indicates that the planned application interval
in the waste utilization plan is inconsistent with the structure's temporary storage capacity.
Available Waste Storage Capacity
Source Name
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days) *
1
1
84
1
2
75
1
3
63
1
4
57
1
5
75
1
6
94
1
7
112
1
8
130
1
9
124
1
10
100
1
11
85
1
12
69
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift,
manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during
operation or land application. Any discharge of waste that reaches
surface water is prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer
either owns or has an agreement for use of adequate land on which to
properly apply the waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to
properly dispose of the waste, he/she shall provide evidence of an
agreement with a landowner, who is within a reasonable proximity,
allowing him/her the use of the land for waste application. It is the
responsibility of the owner of the waste production facility to secure an
update of the Nutrient Management Plan when there is a change in the
operation, increase in the number of animals, method of application,
receiving crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs
for realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture, historical
data, climatic conditions, and level of management, unless there are
regulations that restrict the rate of applications for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre
per year. Waste may be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per
acre per year but less than 10 tons per acre per year provided grass filter
strips are installed where runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field
Office Technical Guide Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste
application. Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift
from the land application field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, waste
will be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When waste is
applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the waste may be
broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season prone
to flooding (see "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance).
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration
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rate such that runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a
method which does not cause drift from the site during application. No
ponding should occur in order to control odor and flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall
events, or when the soil surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner
that the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit
growth. The potential for salt damage from animal waste should also be
considered.
10� Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring
planted crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Waste/nutrient
loading rates on these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable
winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not
be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with
the following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is
applied from a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at
least 50 feet from any residential property boundary and canal. Animal
waste, other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1,
1995, shall not be applied closer that 25 feet to perennial waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other
than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and
public right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways,
or wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be
applied to prior converted cropland provided the fields have been
approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist". Animal
waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly
into water courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be
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applied at agronomic rates in a manner that causes no runoff or drift
from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets,
sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management
system.
17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all
disturbed areas (lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas
shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such
as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc., are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and
accessible. Berms and structures should be inspected regularly for
evidence of erosion, leakage, or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the
owner is responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan"
which will eliminate the possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution, and
erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected
on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular
maintenance checklist should be kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other
crops for direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used
on crops for direct human consumption, it should only be applied
pre -plant with no further applications of animal waste during the crop
season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom
elevations of the temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste
treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be managed to maintain the liquid
level between the markers. A marker will be required to mark the
maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested
at least annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen
shall be the rate -determining nutrient, unless other restrictions require
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waste to be applied based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower
application rate than a nitrogen based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the
soils shall be monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when
these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted and
maintained for optimum crop production. Soil and waste analysis
records shall be kept for a minimum of five years. Poultry dry waste
application records shall be maintained for a minimum of three years.
Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for a
minimum of five years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
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Crop Notes
The following crop note applies to field(s): 12, 15, 8
Bermudagrass Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, Poorly Drained to Somewhat Poorly Drained.
Adaptation: Effective artificial drainage MUST be in place to achieve Realistic Yield Expectations
provided for these soils.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of
Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 12, 15, 8
Cereal/Annual Rye Overseeded — Hay
CEREAL RYE
The cereal rye should be planted by October 15 to provide the best opportunity to get winter growth. The
most consistent stands are obtained from drilling rye into short (less than 3 inches tall) bermudagrass sod.
If drilling is not possible, the seeds may be broadcast on short bermuda sod followed by a light cultivation
with a disc or tillage implement. The seeding rate for broadcast planting of seeds should be 1.5 times the
rate for drilled seeds. The last application of animal waste is to be applied to the bermuda prior to August
31. An application of 50 lbs/acre of Plant Available N (PAN) may be applied between September 15 and
October 30. An additional 50 lbs.acre of PAN may be applied in February -March. If rye growth is
harvested on time and does not significantly shade the bermuda, PAN rates for the subsequent bermuda
crop are based on realistic yields of Bermuda. A harvest is required prior to heading or April 7, which
ever comes first. This is necessary to minimize the potential for shading bermuda and reducing its yields.
ANNUAL RYEGRASS
Annual ryegrass should be planted by October 15 to provide the best opportunity to get winter growth.
The most consistent stands are obtained from drilling ryegrass into short (less than 3 inches tall)
bermudagrass sod. If drilling is not possible, the seeds may be broadcast on short bermuda sod followed
by a light cultivation with a disc or tillage implement. The seeding rate for broadcast planting of seeds
should be 1.5 times the rate for drilled seeds. The last application of animal waste is to be applied to the
bermuda prior to August 31. An application of 50 lbs/acre of PAN may be applied between September
15 and October 30. An additional 50 lbs. acre of PAN may be applied in February -March. If additional
PAN is applied to the ryegrass in April -May, the PAN rate for the bermuda must be reduced by a
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corresponding amount. This is necessary because ryegrass growth during April -May will reduce
bermuda yields and shorten the time bermuda can fully utilize the N. A harvest is required by heading or
April 7, which ever comes first to prevent shading of emerging bermuda during April -May period. To
favor the production of the bermuda, additional harvests of ryegrass will be required when the ryegrass
canopy reaches 12 to 15 inches height.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 14, 6
Bermudagrass Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, Poorly Drained to Somewhat Poorly Drained.
Adaptation: Effective artificial drainage MUST be in place to achieve Realistic Yield Expectations
provided for these soils.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 30 bu/ac is satisfactory to .produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts. Reduce
N rates by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of
Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 14, 6
Cereal/Annual Rye Overseeded — Hay
CEREAL RYE
The cereal rye should be planted by October 15 to provide the best opportunity to get winter growth. The
most consistent stands are obtained from drilling rye into short (less than 3 inches tall) bermudagrass sod.
If drilling is not possible, the seeds may be broadcast on short bermuda sod followed by a light cultivation
with a disc or tillage implement. The seeding rate for broadcast planting of seeds should be 1.5 times the
rate for drilled seeds. The last application of animal waste is to be applied to the bermuda prior to August
31. An application of 50 lbs/acre of Plant Available N (PAN) may be applied between September 15 and
October 30. An additional 50 lbs.acre of PAN may be applied in February -March. If rye growth is
harvested on time and does not significantly shade the bermuda, PAN rates for the subsequent bermuda
crop are based on realistic yields of bermuda. A harvest is required prior to heading or April 7, which
ever comes first. This is necessary to minimize the potential for shading bermuda and reducing its yields.
ANNUAL RYEGRASS
Annual ryegrass should be planted by October 15 to provide the best opportunity to get winter growth.
The most consistent stands are obtained from drilling ryegrass into short (less than 3 inches tall)
bermudagrass sod. If drilling is not possible, the seeds may be broadcast on short bermuda sod followed
by a light cultivation with a disc or tillage implement. The seeding rate for broadcast planting of seeds
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should be 1.5 times the rate for drilled seeds. The last application of animal waste is to be applied to the
bermuda prior to August 31. An application of 50 lbs/acre of PAN may be applied between September
15 and October 30. An additional 50 lbs. acre of PAN may be applied in February -March. If additional
PAN is applied to the ryegrass in April -May, the PAN rate for the bermuda must be reduced by a
corresponding amount. This is necessary because ryegrass growth during April -May will reduce
bermuda yields and shorten the time bermuda can fully utilize the N. A harvest is required by heading or
April 7, which ever comes first to prevent shading of emerging bermuda during April -May period. To
favor the production of the bermuda, additional harvests of ryegrass will be required when the ryegrass
canopy reaches 12 to 15 inches height.
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Updated Crop Management Practices for Bermuda Winter Overseed
This document, as approved by the Interagency Nutrient Management Committee on
October 10, 2017, hereby modified the July 13, 1998 Memorandum "Crop Management
Practices for Select Forages Used in Waste Management". This modification updates
the application window protocol for the 100 lb Nitrogen PAN rate for both Cereal Rye
and Annual Ryegrass, as well as winter small grains.
• Farms utilizing the 100 lbs./ac PAN rate for the overseed are allowed to apply no
more than 50 lbs./ac PAN from October 1 through December 31 and no more than
50 lbs./ac PAN from January 1 through March 31.
• Applications made during the months of December and January cannot exceed the
combined total of 25 lbs./ac PAN for the two -month period.
• The last application of animal waste is to be applied to the bermuda crop prior to
September 30.
• The PAN rate for grazed systems must be reduced by 25%.
All other requirements of the July 13, 1998 Memorandum continue to apply. Those
requirements include but are not limited to:
• Cereal rye and annual ryegrass should be planted by October 15 to provide the best
opportunity to get winter growth.
• A harvest is required prior to heading or April 7, whichever comes first, for both
cereal rye and annual ryegrass. This is necessary to minimize the potential for
shading of emerging bermuda and reducing its yield. To favor the production of
bermuda, additional harvest of annual ryegrass will be required when the ryegrass
canopy reaches 12-15 inches height.
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EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
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DWQ
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NRcs 9/0 f6z 49j�
-This plan w.:1I be implemented in the event that wastes Earn your operation are Imkng
oveEowinz, or rurminsa off; site. You should not wait u=I wastes reach surace waters or leave
your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every ebrt to ewe that
this does not happen. This plan should be posted an accessTle locatiat3 forallenpjQve at the
fac 1 r The following are some action items you should take.
I. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the simation, this may or may not be possible
Sugg ed responses to some possible problems are listed below.
A. Lagoon ever ow—pcssible solutions are:
a Add soft to be.,, to inverse elevation of darn.
b. Pump waste to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop an flows to the lagoon hrumediately.
d_ Call a pumping contractor.
e. hL_tce sure no surface water is entering Iagoon.
B. Runoff Eorn wale application field -actions include:
a Ir„rretthate?y stop w-aste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff'.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reasan(s) that caused the runofz
e. Ev i .a e the appli on rates for the deeds where runoff occurred.
C. Leekage from the waste pipes and sprin lers-a_cdon include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate father discharge.
d. Repair an lw.ks prior to reszrdng pumps.
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D. Leakage front flush systems, houses, solid separators-acdon include:
a. Stop rerycie pump.
b. Stop irk tan pump.
c. Make s.:re no siphon occurs.
d. Stop ail Eows in the house, Euslz systems, or solid separators.
e. Repair all leaks pear to restarting pumps.
E. Leakarze from base ar sdewa?I cEia--oon. Oren this is seepage as opposed to flawing
Ieaks-pessble action:
a. Dig a. s.;ialI weft or ditch to catch all seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump
back to lagoon.
b. If hales are caused by hurray-insanimals, or remove•
compact with a clay type soil. animals and fill hales and
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon botiom as soon
as possible.
2. Assess the -extent of the spill and note any obv'icus damages.
a. Did the waste -reach any surface waters?
b. Approx rlately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as e.mmployee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
£ Could a future rain event cruse the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or or of the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Cortzct appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, call your DWQ (Division of Water Quality)
Phone /D After hours, emergency number 9/9 7$3 39.2 Yam ofic ~.
should include: your Your phone call
Y ur name, fac-iliry, telephone number, the details of the incident from item 2 above, the exact Iecdon of the facility, the tocadon or direcdoa of movement of the spill,,
ww.ther and wind con6t+cns. The coreadve measures that have been under the
seriousness of the situaon.
b. If spill Ives property or enters surface waters, calI Iocal EMS Phone number 9I I.
c. Instruct EMS to contact loci Health De arnnent
d. Contact CES, phone number 9/0 �6Z�9I, Iot SWCD ofncr phone amaber
9/0'Z 6134 and teal MRCS ofdce for advice/technical assistance phone number
S6 2 693L,
4. If none of the above wo±s, all 911 or the Sheriis Depar neat and explain yourproblem to
them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies For you.
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5. Conti= the co=trantor ofyour choice to begin repair ofproblem to minimize oZ-site
ont-aeztrs Narac:da
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b. Contractors -Address:
c. Cont=urs Phone:
6. Contact the tw.bmicat spar.s-; 4. who certiEed the e lagoOn (NRCS, Cons4th3g Eneneer, en)
a. Name: J/Iri /4/21/1/
b. Phone: #4'6' 4111
93
47/a c5-90 2703
7. Implement procedures as ad by DWQ and technical assisnce agencies to recity the
damage, repair the syste=, and reassess the waste management plan to lt=p problems viith
reease of viastes from happening again.
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
SHEET 1 OF 2
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment
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180 days of temporary storage. The time requiredtfor othe eplanned
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
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall lafter 80 yevaporations storage or:
included is storage for the 25 ear Also
The volume of waste generated from a 24 hour storm for the location.
fairly constant throughout the given number of animals will be
rainfall will vary from year toyeear. The 2ear
and from year to year, but excess
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping5cycle,rbutfall thiswill storagee
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 ibegin pumping, a permanent markers must benotstalleinstalled atate this elevn ito
o
to indicate when pumping should begin. An elevation must be establish
to stop pumping to maintain lagoon treatment depth. ed
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit suc
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to a l h as
runoff or leaching. Pp y waste without
Land application of
method of disposal.
center pivot, guns,
taken when applying
waste water is recognized as an acceptable
Methods of application include solid set,
and traveling gun irrigation. Care should be
waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
1. It is strongly recommended that the treatment lagoon be
charged to 1/2 its capacity to prevent excessive odors duringre-
start-up. Pre -charging reduces the concentration of the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducingodors.
covered with effluent at all times. When Solids shoule
d be
p
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresne
hwatershould
inot
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
before land application.
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see attachment)
3. Begin temporary storage pump -out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 55.5 as marked by
out when the fluid level reaches elevationPer53.3nt maihs Stop yump-
storage, less 25 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 153517 cubicfeetmorrary
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SHEET 2 OF 2
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (1) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.3
inch per hour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surface runoff is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
8. Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetated buffer around
waste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streams. Waste will
not be applied in open ditches. Do not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a well. Waste shall be applied in a
manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the discharge of
pollutants into waters of the United States. The of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Divisionpment oftEnviron-
mental Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this law.

Mortality 11'1anagenient Methods
(check which mcthod(s) are being! implemented)
!-1 Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 3-1 Tours after
knowlcdQe of the death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing
stream or public body of water.
—1 Rendering at a rendcrinst plant licensed under G.S. 106-163.7
Complete incineration
Cl In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal ph of a size and'design
approved by the Department of Agriculture
❑ Any method which in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cuusc w 111111's In Control Insccls�
Site Specific Practices
actices
�l.irlultl Systems
• Mush (inners • Accumulation of solids O'Flusla system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids from
gutters as designed.
Q Remove bridging of accumulated solids tit
_ flisy�argo
l.ugnutIS and fits
^I:Acesawve Vcuclalive
IinuH'IIi
• CIusle4)lids
• Decoying vegelation
€-1 Maintain lagoons, settling basins and Fits %vhero
pest breeding is appal -col to uinivaizc Ills
crusting ofsolids to a depth ofno more than 6 -
it inches over more than 30% of surface.
Maintain vegclalivo control along hanks of
Lagoons and oilier impoundments to prevent
accumulation of dectnyimg vegetative mailer
along wulcr's edge on impoundment's perimeter.

Animal body silo faces
Fahutiteattl • Swine production rii —Ve •iativc or tvooded buffers;
IH' Ilcc nrimcnticd best management practices;
LJ�Gnnil Judgment and common sense
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source Cuusc HMI's In Minimize Odor
Site SpcetfI. !'rncliccs
CI l)9.91onrs
Flom sm laces • Wci Immure -covered floors rFT,Slo d"Iloors;
CI Wulcrcrs located over slotted floors;
n Feeders ul I11gIt end of solid floors;
CI Scrape manure buildup froth floors;
CI Underfloor ventilation for drying
ttIanurc collection pits • 1lrinc;
Vcnlil.aiiun eslaaust fans
• Dilly manure -covered animals
• Partial microbial decomposition
Indoor sus faces
Hod' lauaks
fhI ll alleys
I'll Icchaarge'minis
I.il't slatliuns
• Volatile gases;
Dust
• Dust
tYf tequeul numtnc removal by flush, pit recharge,
or scrape; •
f_1 Underfloor ventilation
(.1,--rutlittellance;
13111si :aN-air movement
PI uslidinvn between groups of animals;
CI Feel utldilives;
1] Feeder covers;
CI Feed delivery dutvnspuui extenders to feeder
t:nvcrs
• Agitation of recycled lagoon Cl Flush Iunk covers;
liquid while looks urn filling CI l'sxlend fill lines to near bottom of tanks tviih
anti -siphon vents
• Agiialiud during %wislctvlater CI Underfloor (lush with nuderlloor venliluliun
eonvcyunte
• Agilaliou bfrccycicd lagoon Cl l xlend recharge limes In near bottom ofpiis
liquid while pits are tilling with anti -siphon vents
• Agiliition during sump tank
tilling nod tlratvdown
CI Sump lank covers
Chasid') drain colleclion • Agitation during wastewater CI box covers
or jinn:lion boxes conveyance
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Source Cause
End of drainpipes at
lagoon
Lagoon surfaces
hrigotiun sprinkler
noccles
• Agitation during wasluwatcr
conveyance
• Volatile gas emissions;
• Illologlcal mixing;
• Agiluliou
Storage t;wk or l„aiu
our Iuuta:
Settling basin so Dace
er- Cxlend discharge point of pipes underneath
In ioon liquid level
• I IigII pressure agitation;
• Wind drill
HMI's in Minimize Odor Silt Specific Prnrlices
Pro .M-lagoon liquid capacity;
frcct lagoon startup procedures;
Million surfucc nrca-In-volume ratio;
Minimum agitation whcn.pumpiug;
Mccllanlcal aeration;
Proven biological additives
• 1'uilinl microbial deelanp►sitiom;
• Mixing while filling;
• Agitation when emptying
• Pal dal microbial decomposition;
• Mixing while filling; •
• Agilallon when culplying
Manure, slurry or sludge • Agitation when spreading;
spreader outlets • Volatile gas emissions
Uncovered manure,
slurry or sludge on field
unlaces
1)cad II►nillliIS
l� �tri gate on dry clays with little or no wind;
►iI I> ► recommended operating pressure;
Pump intake ncnr lagoon liquid surface;
Ll Pump from second -stage lagoon
Cl Bottom or midlevel Ioadiug;
C1 Tank covers; •
0 Basin snrfitcc mats of solids;
C1 Proven biological additives or oxidants
CI Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
level;
n Remove settled solids regularly
• Volatile gas emissions while
drying
• Carcass decoutposilioll
-- Dead uuimtul di.jui n1 • Curcass decoumpos11i011
ells
1- 1utjIllI dt►rs
Cl Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
Cl Wash.residual manure from spreader idler use;
1:1 Proven biological additives or oxidants
O Soil injection ofslulrylshtdges
Cl Soil Incorpnralioa within 4R hrs.;
f_1 Sprcll in Mill unifi►rm layers for rapid drying;
El it ven biological additives or Oxidants
• Imcumtplctc cuntbustioii
Proper disposition ofcnrcasses
Cl Complete covering of cnrcusscs in burial pits;
Cl Proper Incationkotstruction nfdisposal pits
Cl Secondary stack burners
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Sourer
Standing water around
facilities
ALuutc tracked unto
public ruuds linen Glen
access •
Additional Information :
• improper drainage; .Et
• Microbial decomposition of
organic matter •
• Poorly maintained access roads
111111's In 141ipuiulicc Odor
Grade and landscape such that waler drains
away from facilities
bile Specific I'rllflice%
®— Purm access road maintenance
Swim Manure Management ; 0200 ltule/11M1' Packet
Stvine Production Puna Potential Odor Sources and Itcntedics ; Ii11AI? Pact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Mtutagcutcnl: Pit Recharge - !Agouti Treatment ; EAAIi 128-118
Swine Production Facility tvlamu•u Mauugcrnenl: Underfloor Flush - Lagoon Treatment ; fiilAll 129-88
Lagoon Design and MuIIIq emenl tier Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage ; I1IIAI! I03-83
Calibration of Munurc and Wastewater Application iirptlpulcnl 1?IJAll Pact Sheet
Controlling Odors front Swine Iluildings ; PII1-33
I:nvironmental Assurance Program ; NI'I'C Manual
Options for Alanugblg Odor; a report from the Swine Odor Tusk Force
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and flies ; P110107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
AMt 11: • November I I, i J9b, Page 5 •
Available Prom ; .
NCSI1, County Extension Center
NCSIJ -11AP.
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NCSIJ - IIAI:
NCSIJ - IIAIi
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System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates change
over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular, pump wear tends
to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use, nozzle wear results in an
increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the discharge rate while decreasing the
wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the design will
alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the application
uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure results in smaller
droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the sprinkler nozzle. Clogging
of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged intakes or crystallization of mainlines
will reduce operating pressure. Operating below design pressure greatly reduces the
coverage diameter and application uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to ensure
proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every three years is
recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at several locations in
the application area. Any number of containers can be used to collect flow and
determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because they already have a
graduated scale from which to read the application amount without having to perform
additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets, jars, or anything with a uniform
opening and cross-section can be used provided the liquid collected can be easily
transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly throughout the
application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling guns, sprinklers
should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction of pull. Set out
collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both sides of the gun cart. You
should compute the average application rate for all nonuniformity of the application. On a
windless day, variation between containers of more than 30 percent is cause for concern.
You should contact your irrigation dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
"Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Anima! Waste Management Systems Manual
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon 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 a
thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means that at the first sign of plant growth in the
later winter / early spring, irrigation according to a farm waste management plan should be done
whenever the land in 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 irrigated 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 fertilized applied
should be based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain a
soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas should be
fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or equivalent.
• Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be done by
mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of these practices. This
should be done at least once a year and possibly twice in years that weather
conditions are favorable for heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter the lagoon
water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of the lagoon
and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be checked should include,
as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes -- look for:
1. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes
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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 or 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 fix if there is a
threat of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps -- check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for Teaks, 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 of repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that
you are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your
pumping system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will
allow some safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is
not the time to think about switching, repairing, or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your
lagoon is full, your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an
inventory of spare parts or pumps.
• Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface drainage
waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets, and parking lot
runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste treatment or storage
structures. The only water that should be coming from your lagoon is that
which comes from your flushing (washing) system pipes and the rainfall that
hits the lagoon directly. You should inspect your diversion system for the
following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height
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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 overflow 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 flexible pipe extender on the end of the
pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial filling or another
means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize bacterial
establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon liquid
volume. This seeding should occur 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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• 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.
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 level. (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.
• Don not pump the lagoon liquid level lower than 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:
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• 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 phosphors, 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.
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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 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.
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Operator:Gillespie Farms County: Bladen
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner):
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
O sows (farrow to finish)
O sows (farrow to feeder)
3200 head (finishing only)
O sows (farrow to wean)
O head (wean to feeder)
Describe other :
x 1417 lbs.
x 522 lbs.
x 135 lbs.
X 433 lbs.
x 30 lbs.
Date: 05/12/95
1500.0 feet
Total Average Live Weight =
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
O lbs
O lbs
432000 lbs
O lbs
O lbs
0
432000 lbs
Volume = 432000 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 432000 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
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
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
484.0 162.0
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
418.0 96.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
451.0 129.0
formula
LENGTH
484.0
490.0
168.0
57.2
45.2
1.0
3.0 : 1
WIDTH DEPTH
162.0 11.0
78408 (AREA OF TOP)
40128 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
232716 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
78408.0 232716.0 40128.0 1.8

5. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width =
490.0 168.0 82320.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet Describe this area.
TOTAL DA 82320.0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
5A. Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Volume = 432000 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume = 789120 gals. or 105497.3 cubic feet
5B. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume =
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
0.0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
5C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall
= 7.0 inches

Volume = 7.0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 48020.0 cubic feet
5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.5 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 51450.0 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 105497 cubic feet
5B. 0 cubic feet
5C. 48020 cubic feet
5D. 51450 cubic feet
TOTAL 204967 cubic feet
6. SUMMARY
Temporary storage period > 180 days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation > 7.0 inches
25 year - 24 hour rainfall > 7.5 inches
Freeboard > 1.0 feet
Side slopes > 3.0 : 1
Inside top length > 490.0 feet
Inside top width > 168.0 feet
Top of dike elevation > 57.2 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation > 45.2 feet
Total required volume > 636967 cu. ft. *
Actual design volume > 643962 cu. ft. *
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===> 48.5 feet
Stop pumping elev. > 53.3 feet *
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev. > 48.5 feet
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el.=> 51.2 feet
Required minimum treatment volume > 432000 cu. ft.
Volume at stop pumping elevation > 432585 cu. ft.

Start pumping elev. > 55.5 feet *
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==> 592512 cu. ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation > 590022 cu. ft.
Required volume to be pumped > 153517 cu. ft. *
Actual volume planned to be pumped > 157437 cu. ft. *
Min. thickness of soil liner when required==> 1.8 feet
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Water Quality
Regional Operations Section
Mortality Management Methods
���(i,G Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
• ei, flY1 `'When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
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.
414044(2..J_L_, g- g /9
Signature of Farm Owner/M nager Date
/Signat re of Technical Specialist Date