090185_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Certification of Coverage
Facility Currently covered by an Expiring Sate Non -Discharge General Permit
On September 30, 2019, the North Carolina State Non -Discharge General Permits for Animal Waste Management Systems will
expire. As required by these permits, facilities that have been issued Certificates of Coverage to operate under these State
Non -Discharge General Permits must apply for renewal at least 180 days prior to their expiration date. Therefore, all applications
must be received by the Division of Water Resources by no later than April 3, 2019.
Please do not leave any question unanswered. Please verify all information and make any necessary corrections below.
Application must be signed and dated by the Permittee.
1. Farm Number: 09-0185 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS090185
2. Facility Name: Reeds Branch Farm
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Isaac B Singletary
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 777 Richardson Rd
City: Bladenboro State: NC Zip: 28320-9265
Telephone Number: 910-648-4053 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 777 Richardson Rd
City: Bladenboro State: NC Zip: 28320
6. County where Facility is located: Bladen
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner):
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write 'None"): Murohv-Brown LLC
10. Operator Name (OIC): Nina B. Singletary Phone No.: 910-648-2953 OIC #: 16968
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 450
Swine - Wean to Feeder 750
Swine Cattle Dry Poultry Other T' i:es
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 Poultr r
Gilts Other Non Laying Pullet
Other Layers

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 asincomplete.
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: � � 1 Title: 4 / -/
Signature: j r, kr "i L S /) 9//) s]rC./�l
Date:
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
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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]
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FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019

13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
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Estimated
Date
Built
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Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
(dl"th nfd
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Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Z11000
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
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), shined b► the owner and a certified technical specialist, containing:
a. The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation, injection, etc.)
b. A map of every field used for land application (for example: irrigation map)
c. The soil series present on every land application field
d. The crops grown on every land application field
e. The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP
f. The maximum PAN to be applied to every land application field
g. The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP
h. The required NRCS Standard specifications
2. A site map/schematic
® 3. Emergency Action Plan
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: [e-mail]

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretory
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
Isaac B Singletary
Reedy Branch Farm
777 Richardson Rd
Bladenboro, NC 28320-9265
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 hnps://deu.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-qualii%-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 Currently Covered by an
Expiring. State Non -Discharge General Permit." The application form must be completed signed and returned by April 3. 2019.
Please note that tiou must include one tll copy 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 nage 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
Fayetteville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Bladen County Soil and Water.Consen ation District
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Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
03-15-2002
This plan has been prepared for:
Reedy Branch
Isaac Singletary
777 Richardson Road
Bladenboro, NC 28320
910-648-2953
This plan has been developed by:
Dawn Williamson
Murphy -Brown, LLC
2822 Hwy 24 West
P.O. Box 856
Warsaw, NC 28398
910-293-3434
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.
p164. 414
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
l
V( 1 S -0 Z
Technical Specialist Signature Date
926878 Database Version 2.0 ' Date Printed: 03-15-2002 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 143,250 gals/year by a 750
animal Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility
has waste storage capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
330
Incorporated
567
Injected
624
Irrigated
359
Actual PAN Applied
(Pounds)
Actual Volume Applied
(Gallons)
Volume Surplus/Deficit
(Gallons)
Year 1
704
281,038
-137,788
S7
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid waste generated 417,150 gals/year by
a 450 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
961
Incorporated
1651
Injected
1818
Irrigated
1045
Actual PAN Applied
(Pounds)
Actual Volume Applied
(Gallons)
Volume Surplus/Deficit
(Gallons)
Year 1
1,380
550,898
-133,748
Note: In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source.
926878 Database Version 2.0 Date Printed: 03-15-2002 Source Page 1 of 1

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.
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.
]tilizatitln T.lh
Tract
Field
Source
I.D.
Soil Series
Total
Acre
Use.
. Acres
Crop
RYE
RYE
Unit
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
Res.
(lbs/A)
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
N
lbs/A
1000
gal/A
tons
1000 gals
tons
1066
6
S5
Norfolk
6.0
6.0
Small Grain Overseed
1.0
Tons
10/1-3/31
50i
0
0
Img.
,
17
6.79
0
.
40.72
0.00
1066
6
S7
Norfolk
6.0
6.0
Small Grain Overseed•
1.0
Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
33
13.17
0
79.04
0.00
1066
6
S5
Norfolk
6.0
6.0
Hybrid Bermudagrass
Pasture
6.5
Tons
3/1-9/30
*244
0
0
Irrig.
82
32.74
0
196.41
0.00
1066
6
S7
Norfolk
6.0
6.0
Hybrid Bermudagrass
Pasture
6.5
Tons
3/1-9/30
*244
0
0
Irrig. 1
162
64.67
0
388.02
0.00
1067
1
S5
Goldsboro
2.0
2.0
Fescue Pasture
*4.3
Tons
8/1-7/31
*160
0
0
Irrig.
55
21.96
0
43.91
0.00
1067
1
S7
Goldsboro
2.0
2.0
Fescue Pasture
*4.3
Tons
8/1-7/31
*160
0
0
Irrig.
105
41.92
0
83.83
0.00
Preview Database Version 2.0
Date Printed: 3/15/2002
WUT Page 1

Tract
Field
Source
I.D.
Soil Series
Total
Acre
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
- --.
RYE
Unit
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
fih;:A1
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
flbs/A1
Res.
(Ibs/A)
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
N
lbs/A
1000
gal/A
tons
1000 gals
tons
Laejon Liquids.-
Total Aoolied_ 1000 vallons
83.194
~
Produced. 1000 gallons
560,40_
Rainnre 1 }00 aullnns
-774 54
Manure Solids
Total Aoalied. Ions
0.00
TnLJ jroduced_ tons
0 no
Balance, tons
0.00
Notes: 1. In the tract column, symbol — means leased, otherwise, owned.
2. Symbol * means user entered data.
Preview Database Version 2.0 Date Printed: 3/15/2002 WUT Page 2

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)
1066
6
Norfolk
0.50
0.96
1067
1
Goldsboro
0.50
0.96
926878 Database Version 2.0 Date Printed: 03-15-2002 IAF 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 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
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Nursery Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
150
13.16
1.91 I 3.82
5.73
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
.95 I 1.91
2.86
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
1.791 3.58
5.37
`
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
150
13.16
5.64
11.28
16.92
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
2.82
5.64
8.46
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
5.29
10.58
15.87
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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 Storaoe Caiaciiv
Source Name
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
12/15
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days) *
1
1
160
1
2
149
1
3
156
1
4
180
1
5
180
1
6
180
1
7
180
1
8
180
1
9
180
1
10
170
1
11
180
1
12
160
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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.4"
6: Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:
i
- .4•S- G
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 O Swine production d , Vegetative or wooded buffers
,uf /recommended best management practices
Good judgment and common sense
Animal body
surfaces
• Dirty manure -covered O Dry floors
animals
Floor surfaces
o Wet manure -covered floors®Slotted floors
al Waterers located over slotted floors
O Feeders at high end of solid floors
O Scrape manure buildup from floors
O lnderfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection a Urine
pits • Partial microbial
decomposition
®� Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge,
• or scrape
O ,Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust • Volatile gases
fans • Dust
Indoor surfaces • Dust
.an maintenance
fficient air movement
l� ashdon between groups of animals
Cla Feed additives
O Feeder covers
® Feed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
covers
Flush tanks
o Agitation of recycled lagoon 0 Flush tank covers
liquid while tanks are filling 0 Extend fill lines to near bottom of tanks with
anti -siphon vents

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 action:
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 iluration?
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, call your DWQ (Division of Water Quality)
regional office; Phone - - . After hours, emergency number. 919-733-3942.
Your phone call should include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details
of the incident from item 2 above, the exact Iocation of the facility, the location or
direction of movement of the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective
measures that have been under taken, and the seriousness of the situation.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS Phone number
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact CES, phone number - - , local SWCD office phone number - -
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.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
2 December 18, 1996

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EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
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SWCD q [ d - SS J - q3 b.
NRCS q ti i' - C{ b i 6 ...
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 thisdoes not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for
all employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may 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 -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D: Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
1 December 18, 1996

Source
Flush alleys
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Cause BMPs to Minimize Odor
• Agitation during wastewater 0 Underfloor flush with underfloor ventilation
conveyance
Pit recharge points • Agitation of recycled lagoon 0 Extend recharge lines to near bottom of pits with
liquid while pits are filling anti -siphon vents
Lilt stations
• Agitation during sump tank 0 Sump tank covers
filling and drawdown
Outside drain
collection or
junction boxes
• Agitation during wastewater 0 Box covers
conveyance
End of drainpipes • Agitation during wastewater
at lagoon conveyance
Lagoon surfaces
Site Specific Practices
I/
Extend discharg
e point of pipes underneath
lagoon liquid level
• Volatile gas emissions
• Biological mixing
• Agitation
irrigation sprinkler • High pressure agitation
nozzles
• Wind drift
® Proper lagoon liquid capacity
lCorrect lagoon startup procedures
DIf Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
ElMinimum agitation when pumping
O Mechanical aeration
0 /Proven biological additives
rrigate on dry days with little or no wind
IMinimum recommended operating pressure
Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface
Pump from second -stage lagoon

Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source
Manure tracked onto
public roads from
farm access
Cause
o Poorly maintained access
roads
Additional Information:
BMPs to Minimize Odor
Farm access road maintenance
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 103-83
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIII-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
Site Specific Practices
Available From:
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU—BAE
NCSU—BAE
NCSU—BAE
NCSU—BAE
NCSU—BAE
NCSU—Swine Extension
N.C. Pork Producers Assoc.
NCSU Agricultural Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension

areas wastes and feed wastage id other locations where waste accumulates and
isturbance by animals is minimal
Maintain fence rows and filter strips around animal
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes
(i.e., inspect for and remove or break up
accumulated solids as needed)
Dry manure • Accumulations of animal D Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g.,
handling systems wastes 7- to 10-day interval during summer; 15- to 30-day
interval during winter) where manure is loaded for
land application or disposal
D Provide for adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles
D Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filter strips around stockpiles and manure
handling areas as needed
Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cause BMPs to Control Insects
Site Specific Practices
Feed storage • Accumulations of feed ' 0 Reduce moisture accumulation within and around
residues immediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
ensuring drainage is away from site and/or
providing adequate containment (e.g., covered bin
or brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
products)
Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed
Animal holding • Accumulations of animal Eliminate low areas that trap moisture along fences
Tor more information contact:
Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-7613.

Mortality Management Methods
(check which method(s) are being implemented)
❑ Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours after
knowledge of the death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing
stream or public body of water.
Rendering at a rendering l _ plant licensed under G.S. 106 168.7
❑ Complete incineration •
0 In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design
approved by the Department of Agriculture
❑ Any method which in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
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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 Zack 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
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakeningthe
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by strong
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon may be
lagoon dam.
used to reduce the wave impacts. g by wave action. If
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam.
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 tempoIf your lagoon
threat of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution shouldrbe reviewedx if there ist a
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment by us
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert. is a serious
Transfer Pumps -- check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusual) to
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need
replacement. Y loud or grinding
of repair or
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequent)
you are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform
pumping system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at itsY enough so that
allow some safety time should major repairs be required. Havinga p m your
not the time to think about switching, repairing, or borrowinglow level. This will
lagoon is full, nearly fullps. b lagoon r
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should considers maintaining an
inventory of spare parts or pumps.
• Surface water diversion features are designed to ca
waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, ou all surfacendp drainage
g
runoff) away from gutter outlets, and parking lot
structures. The only water that should bgoon and e cominger tfr e treatment Ior storage
which comes from your flushingg) your lagoon is that
hits the lagoon directly. You h uldhnspe tsySy your tem pipession the rainfall that
following: system for the
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height
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should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
Identified problems
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
experts.
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriateredicted, and then
just prior to when rain is p This willn
You should record the level of the lagoon . rise with a certain rainfall amount
the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain�ea (assumes there is no pumping).
recordyour lagoon le this should help t
give you must idea be of how much rainfall for this to work). Knowing you may
n
pl(yan also recording youre. If your lagoon rises excessively, y e into
planning irrigation applications and storag be seepage have an overflow problem from a surface water diversion or there may
the lagoon from the surrounding la
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
tel after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soi
1. Immedia y
surfaces to avoid erosion.
w la oon design treatment volume at least half
full of water before waste
loadingne
begins, taking
2. Fillg care not to erode lining or
s.
es into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the end another
3. Dr pipe to initial filling
to discharge near the
bottom
to avo d erosion of the lining.
means of slowing the incoming
4, When possible, begin loading
new lagoons in the spring to maximize bacterial
establishment (due to warmer weather) seeded with sludge from a healthy
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be of the full lagoon liquid
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent
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
untie Optimum lagoon liquid pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
until the pH rises above 7.0.
color,lack of bubbling, and excessive odor ssignals nmmquate biological
these
7. A dark specialist activity. Consultation with a technical
especially during the warm season.
conditions occur for prolonged p
Loading:
er
The more ffuqY the uentl and regularly that wastewater is adoded to a lagoon,
g on,n several t ett dale
lagoon will function. Flush systemsin
that wash waste stems, in which one or more buildings are
are optimum for treatment. Pit eso v9ek Well
drained and recharged each day,
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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, Tong -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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q-135 Mortality Management Methods
6ra� di Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
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Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
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El 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.
El El Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
ElEl Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
El El 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.
EJa 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).
El El 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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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cause BMPs to Control Insects ' Site Specific Practices
Flush gutters
Lagoons and pits.
• Accumulation of sold. Flus
• Crusted solids
Excessive vegetative a Decaying vegetation
growth
Liquid Systems
i system is designed and operated
uffi iently to remove accumulated solids from
Butt rs as designed
Ity nove bridging of accumulated solids at
charge
Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minimize the crusting
of solids to a depth of no more than 6 to 8 inches
Bier more than 30 percent of surface
Maintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter along
water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
Dry Systems
Feeders • Feed spillage Design, operate, and maintain feed systems
e.g., bunkers and troughs) to minimize the
accumulation of decaying wastage
Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7- to 10-
day interval during summer; 15- to 30-day interval
during winter)

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