HomeMy WebLinkAbout090188_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Certification of Coverage
Facility Currently covered by an Expiring Sate Non -Discharge General Permit
On September 30, 2019, the North Carolina State Non -Discharge General Permits for Animal Waste Management Systems will
expire. As required by these permits, facilities that have been issued Certificates of Coverage to operate under these State
Non -Discharge General Permits must apply for renewal at least 180 days prior to their expiration date. Therefore, all applications
must be received by the Division of Water Resources by no later than April 3, 2019.
Please do not leave any question unanswered. Please verify all information and make any necessary corrections below.
Application must be signed and dated by the Permittee.
1. Farm Number: 09-0188 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS090188
2. Facility Name: Bennett Place
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): David R Gooden
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 959 Dewitt Gooden Rd
City: Elizabethtown State: NC Zip: 28337
Telephone Number: 910-874-4190 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 7474 Rosindale Rd
City: Clarkton State: NC Zip: 28433
6. County where Facility is located: Bladen
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner): Channing Richard Gooden
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 910-874-4368 Ext.
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): Prestage Farms Inc
10. Operator Name (OIC): David R. Gooden Phone No.: 910-645-4902 OIC #: 16281
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write 'None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type Allowable Count
Swine - Wean to Feeder 6,080
Operation Types:
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)
09-188-1
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091,366
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Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.10C(d) to the address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), signed 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
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: 2019PermitRenewal@ncdenr.gov
I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application may be subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. (18 U.S.C.
Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both for
a similar offense.)
Printed Name of Signing Official (Landowner, or if multiple Landowners all landowners should sign. If Landowner is a
corporation, signature should be by a principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name: d l r d r\ Title: OU% n e r
Signature: Date: 31 2 Le1
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: (919) 707-9100
E-mail: 2019PermitRenewal@ncdenr.gov
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019
ROY COOPER
Gavernat
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretory
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
David R Gooden
Bennett Place
959 Dewitt Gooden Rd
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
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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://deco.ne.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-oualit■ -regional-operations/afo or by writing or calling:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: (919) 707-9100
In order to assure Your continued coverage under the State Non -Discharge General Permits. %ou must submit an application for
nermit coverage to the Division. Enclosed you will find a "Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility Current1 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 111 cop► of the Certified Animal Waste Manaeement Plan (CAWMP) with the
completed and signed application form. A list of items included in the CAWMP can be found on page 2 of the renewal
application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the State Non -Discharge General Permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel
free to contact the Animal Feeding Operations Branch staff at 919-707-9100.
':A'a•!t�iii `E Ji iR
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures):
APR 0 5 2019
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Sincerely,
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Fa% etteville Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Bladen County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS090188
Prestaee Farms Inc
North Cara ra Decartrtert of E*.v- art' emte .a '.)' j :',s:3r of 6' a er Re5C.';oes
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Waste Utilization Plan
Producer: David & Channing Gooden
Name of Farm: Bennett Place Nursery
Location: 959 Dewitt Gooden Rd.
Elizabethtown NC 28337
Phone: 910-645-4495
Type of Operation: Wean -Feed
Number of Animal: 6080
Storage Structure: Anaerobic Lagoon
Method of Application: Irrigation
Amount of waste produced per year:
Amount of plant available N (PAN) produced/year:
County: Bladen
2567 ton/year
2918 lbs./year
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface water and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste
should be used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the
fields where the waste is to be applied.
This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed
before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in the implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally
safe manner.
1. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize.
2. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials,
cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per
year. Waste may be applied to land eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but
less than 10 tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter strips are
established.
4. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is
frozen. Either of these conditions may in runoff to the surface waters which is not
allowed under DWQ regulations.
5. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems.
6. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crops production and to reduce the potential for
pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied not more than 30 days
prior to planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy. Injecting the waste or disking will
conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste application method shown above. If you choose to change methods
in the future, you need to revise this plan. Nutrient levels for different applications methods are
not the same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. In some cases you may want to have plant analysis made, which
Sennett Place Nursery
;ould allow additional waste to be applied. Provisions shall be made for the area receiving
waste to be flexible so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content and the crop type.
Lime must be applied to maintain pH in the optimum range for specific crop production. This
waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H .0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
YOUR WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
Tract No.
1747
- 1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
Pull No.
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
Soil Type
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
ExA
ExA
ExA
ExA
Crop
Code
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
Yield/Ac
4.9
1.0
4.9
1.0
4.9
1.0
4.9
1.0
4.9
1.0
4.9
1.0
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Lbs. N
unit
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
50
Acres
2.48
2.48
3.20
3.20
3.16
3.16
2.53
2.53
1.02
1.02
3.78
3.78
Total 16.17
Available Nitrogen
Surplus or deficit
Lbs N Month to
Used Apply
608
124
784
160
774
158
620
127
250
51
926
MAR-SEP
OCT-MAR
MAR-SEP -
OCT-MAR
MAR-SEP
OCT-MAR
MAR-SEP
OCT-MAR
MAR-SEP
OCT-MAR
MAR-SEP
OCT-MAR
4770 lbs.
2918 lbs.
-1852 lbs.
189
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate equipment to apply
the waste in a timely manner.
Lbs. N
Per Ac.
245
50
245
50
245
50
245
50
245
50
245
50
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The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N requirements. In the future,
regulations may require farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that
addresses all nutrients. This plan only addresses nitrogen.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc. interseeded in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through
grazing, hay and /or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed when they reach a height of six to nine
inches. Cattle should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four inches. In fields where small grain
etc. is to be removed for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small grain to reach maturity,
especially late in the season ( i.e. April or May) Shading may result if small grain gets too high and this will
definitely interfere with the stand of bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced yields and less
nitrogen being utilized. Rather than cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as is the normal
situation, you are encouraged to cut the small grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or silage
two to three times during the season, depending on the time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc. is late September or early October . Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a height of about two inches before drilling for best
results.
Caution must be exercised in grazing or haying summer annuals under stressed conditions. Nitrate poisoning
may occur in livestock. Sampling forage or hay for nitrate levels is recommended.
Acres shown in the tables are considered to be the usable acres excluding required buffers, filters strips along
ditches, odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving full application rates due to
equipment limitations. Actual total acres in the field listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres
shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION:
The waste utilization plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at agronomic rates.
The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over application of nutrients
or other elements. Your production facility will produce approximately 438 lbs. of plant available
nitrogen per year in the sludge.
If you remove sludge every 5 years you will have approximately 2189 lbs. of PAN to utilize. Assuming
you apply this PAN to hybrid bermudagrass hayland at the rate of 300 lbs/acre you will need
acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at the rate of 125 lbs. of nitrogen per acre you will need
acres of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and the land needed. Actual
requirements could vary by 25% depending on the sludge waste analysis, soil types, realistic yields, and
application methods.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of irrigation such that
runoff or ponding occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure, soil texture, water
droplet size, and organic solids. The application amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity
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of the soil at the time of irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen needs of
the crop.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsibility of the producer and
irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly irrigate the acres shown in tables.
Failure to apply the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan
invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application rates and amounts.
Tract No.
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
- 1747
1747
1747
1747
1747
Field No.
1
1
2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
6
Soil Type
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
GbA
ExA
ExA
ExA
ExA
Crop
Code
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
CB -Graze
OS -Graze
Applic.
Rate(in/hr)
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
- 0.50
0.35
0.35
0.35
0.35
Applic.
Amount
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
1.0
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This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the
crop is not over applied. In many situations the application amount shown cannot be applied because of the
nitrogen limitations. The maximum application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil conditions.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must be removed on the
average of once every 6 months. In no instances should the volume of the waste be stored in your structure
be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or one foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour
storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and the waste applicator to ensure that the spreader equipment is operated
properly to apply the correct rates shown in the tables. Failure to apply the recommended rates and amounts of
nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
Call your technical specialist after you have receive the waste analysis report for assistance in determining the
amount of waste per acre and the proper application rate prior to applying the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
'Bennett Place Nursery
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Page 6
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
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 waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste , he/she shall provide a copy 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 facility to
secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions, and level
of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application 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 that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but Tess than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
standard 393 - Filter Strip).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate that runoff
does not occur offsite or to the 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 or flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of 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 from any perennial stream or river (other than an irrigation ditch or canal. Animal
waste other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995), shall not be
applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
Bennett Place Nursery
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
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13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those owned
by he 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, drainage ways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they 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 applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from wash down 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 evidences 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, Teaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
20.
Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetation 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 the 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
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five (5) years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Bennett Place Nursery
Owner/Manager Agreement David & Channing Gooden
(we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and maintenance proce-
dures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I (we) know that any
expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
before the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of animal waste
from this system to the surface waters of the state from a storm event Tess severe than the 25-year, 24 hour
storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water
Conservation District and will be available for review by NCDWQ upon request.
Name of Fac' I#y Ow er:� David & Channing Gooden
Signature: „ ' . ,f4-at------.-- (7—c'—`—P A .,../0-‘.7-.--4:
Name of Manager (If different from owner)
Signature:
Name of Person Preparing Plan: G. Glenn Clifton
Affiliation: Prestage Farms, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box438
Clinton, NC 28329
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Phone: 910-596-5749
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITyEMER8ENCY ACTION PLAN
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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION (EMS) 910-486-1541
DISTRICT (GWCD) 910-86e-6760
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRC8) 910-862-6936
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE (CES) 910_862 6
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Permanent alteration Of the
elevation of dam' any
b qualified technical specthe dam should be a
^ Pump wastes to field ialist. PProved by a
o^ at an acceptable rate
house if possible low to the lagoon h l^
Stop all additional
d^ Call a pumping contract - o � waste in the
e^ Make sure no surfor^
ace water is entering
B. Runoff from waste application field -action lagoon^
a^ Immediately stop waste include:
o~ Create a temporarys e application
waste diversion or berm
c^ Incorporate waste to reduce further
runofate and eliminate the reason(s)
runoff.
r, son(s) that
e^ Evaluate the application ca«sed the
runoff Occurred.rates for the fields where
C. Leakage from the waste Pipes and sprinklers -action a^ Stop recycle (flushingon include:
o^ Stop irrigation pum system) pump,
o. Close valves +. -`^p�
e^ Repair ~" ezzmznate further iiz � leaks prior to rest discharge,
^ Leakage:from flush system, houses restarting Pumps.
~� ___.~ ' solids separators -actions
a~ Stop recycle 'flushing
o^ Stop irrigation pum system) pump,
r �" /�~ Make sure p^
� d. Stop all flows
effect has been
se�aratorslows in the house, flush created.
e~ Repair` all^ systems, or solid
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 to catch all seepage, put in a
submersible pump, and pump back into 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 the lagoon bottom as soon as possible.
2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what
duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, fish kills, or
property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface
waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach
surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off of
the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, call your DWQ (Division of
Water Quality) regional office, at 910-486-1541, 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 LOCATION OF THE FACILITY, AND 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) Emergency Management Services at
910-862-6760.
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact local Soil and Water Conservation District
(SWCD), Natural Resources Conservation Service
(NRCS) office at 9169-862-6936 and Cooperative Extension
Service (CES) at 910-862-4591 for advice/technical
assistance.
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 the
problem to minimize off —site damage.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
C. Contractors Phone: —�z;9-u-
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS,
Consulting Engineer, etc.)
J
a. Name: /�,�[���/�L|���^,
b. Phone: '9\0-G92,~L�_1711
7 Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance
^ rectify the damage repair the system, and reassess
the waste management plan to keep problems with release of wastes
from happening again.
8. If you are a contract swine grower associated with a swine
company integrator, contact the company representative at
1-910-592-5771
Source Cause BMPs to Minimize Odor
End of drainpipes at • Agitation during wastewater f Extend discharge point of pipes underneath
lagoon conveyance lagoon liquid level
Site Specific Practices
Lagoon surfaces
• Volatile gas emissions;
• Biological mixing;
• Agitation
Proper lagoon liquid capacity;
Correct lagoon startup procedures;
K. Minimum' surface area -to -volume ratio;
&Minimum agitation when,pumping;
O Mechanical aeration;
• Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler • lligh pressure agitation;
nozzles
• Wind drift
JIrrigate on dry days with little or no wind;
Minimum recommended operating pressure;
l0 Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface;
O Pump from second -stage lagoon
Slurage tank or basin
surface
• Partial microbial decomposition;
• Mixing while tilling;
• Agitation when emptying
CI Bottom or midlevel loading;
O Tank covers;
O Basin surface mats of solids;
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface
• Partial microbial decomposition; ❑ Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
• Mixing while filling; level;
• Agitation when emptying 0 Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge • Agitation when spreading;
spreader outlets • Volatile gas emissions
Uncovered manure, • Volatile gas emissions while
slurry or sludge on field drying
surfaces
Dead animals
Dead annual disposal
pits
O Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
O Wash.residual manure from spreader after use;
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
O Soil injection of slurry/sludges
O Soil incorporation within 48 lirs.;
O Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
• Carcass decomposition X Proper disposition of carcasses
• Carcass decomposition ❑ Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits;
O Proper location/construction of -disposal pits
Incinerators
• Incomplete combustion C1 Secondary stack burners
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page 4
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source
Farm -stead
Cause
IlMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
• Swine production
�Q Vegetative or wooded buffers;
/l Recommended best management practices;
Good judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces
• Dirty manure -covered animalsI Dry floors
Floor surfaces • Wet manure -covered floors
Alannic collection pits
Slotted floors;
N,` Waterers located over slotted floors;
❑ Feeders at high end of solid floors;
CI Scrape manure buildup from floors;
CI Underfloor ventilation for drying
• Brine;
Partial microbial decomposition
M. Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge,
or scrape;
❑ Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans • Volatile gases;
Dust
lnduor surfaces • Dust
154 Fan maintenance;
Efficient air movement
Washdown between groups of animals;
Feed additives;
❑ Feeder covers;
Cl Feed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
covers
Flush tanks • Agitation of recycled lagoon
liquid while tanks are filling
❑ Flush tank covers;
O Extend fill lines to near bottom of tanks with
anti -siphon vents
Flush alleys • Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
O Underfloor flush witl► underfloor ventilation
Pit recharge points
• Agitation of recycled lagoon ❑ Extend recharge lines to near bottom of pits
liquid while pits are filling with anti -siphon vents
Lilt stations
• Agitation during sump tank Cl Sump lank covers
filling and drawrlown
Outside drain collection • Agitation during wastewater
or junction boxes conveyance
0 Box covers
AI\1()4: - t'Issvetnlstr 11, 19911, l'at;e ]
Source
Standing water around
facilities
Manure tracked onto
public roads from farm
access
Cause
• Improper drainage;
• Microbial decomposition of
organic matter
• Poorly maintained access roads
JJMPs to Minimize Odor
O Grade and landscape such that water drains
away from facilities
Site Specific Practices
O Farm access road maintenance
Additional Information :
Swine Manure Management ; 0200 Rule/BMP Packet
Swine Production Fann 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 ; PIH-33
Environmental Assurance Program ; NPPC Manual
Options for Managing Odor ; a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies ; PROI07, 1995 Conference Proceedings
Available From :
NCSLJ, County Extension Center
NCSIJ - 13A1i
NCSIJ - BAE
NCSIJ - BAE
NCSIJ - 13A1:
NCSIJ - 13Ati
NCSIJ - Swine Extension
NC Pork Producers Assoc
NCSIJ Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension
AM(}C - November 11, 1996, Page 5
Mortality Management Methods
(check which metliod(s) are being implemented)
:.I 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.
1i7 y
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7
Complete incineration
❑ In the case of dead poultry only, placing. in a disposal pit of a size and design
approved by the Department of Agriculture
'dl 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 Cause
IIMI's to Control Insects "__..._ .._._..._.._
Site Specific Practices
Liquid Systems
Flush Gutters • Accumulation of solids
Lagoons and Pits • Crusted Solids
A Mush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids from
gutters as designed.
d Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
J I -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 -
inches over more than 30% of surface.
Excessive Vegetative
(iruwth
• Decaying vegetation
) Maintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative master
along water's edge on impoundment's perinieler.
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Place_
Mortality Management Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
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Version —November 26, 2018
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.
Signature of Farm Owner/Manager
Signat re of Technical Specialist
3 -• CC- l7
Date
c /c h /en
Date
Steven W. Troxter
Commissioner
North Carolina Department of Agriculture
and Consumer Services
Veterinary Division
August 8, 2008
David Gooden
959 Dewitt Gooden Road
Elizabethtown, NC 28337
Dear Mr.Gooden;
David T. Marshall, DVM
State Veterinarian
Pursuant to NCAC 52C.0102, your request to compost swine mortality on your premises is approved.
Approval is granted under the following conditions and stipulations:
1. All North Carolina solid waste, air, water quality, and other applicable regulations must be met in
siting and operation of the system
2. Only poultry or swine are to be processed in this facility; NO bovine, caprine, ovine or cervid
species shall be processed
3. Mortality to be processed shall originate only from the identified premises and the finished
product is used solely on agricultural operations owned, operated, or leased, by the permitee
4. The final product of the process must be stored, treated and utilized in accordance with all federal,
state, and local laws, regulations, and permit requirements; the final product shall not be sold
5. Temperatures shall be within NRCS guidelines to reach a minimum of 131 degrees F within 5
days of filling the unit and remain at least at 131 degrees F for a minimum of 5 consecutive days
to maintain the composting process and reduce pathogen load
6. Dead animals are not to be removed from composting until all flesh, internal organs, and other soft
tissue are fully decomposed
7. The proposed facility shall have the following minimum setback requirements*:
• 100-foot buffer between all property lines and compost areas
* 100-foot buffer between all wells and compost areas, except for monitoring wells
• 50-foot buffer between perennial streams/rivers and compost areas
8. A copy of the permit, plans, and operational reports shall be maintained on site and be available
upon request by NCDA&CS, Veterinary Division personnel
9. The facility and operational records shall be available for annual inspection be Veterinary Division
personnel and shall be sent to the Veterinary Division upon request
10. Operational reports shall include temperature monitoring during initial facility start-up and follow-
up records that contain either 10 days/month or annual laboratory results of pathogen load testing
11. An application for a permit modification shall be required for changes in facility ownership, an
increase in facility capacity, or any other changes from the stipulations of this permit
I2. The Veterinary Division must be immediately notified of any complicating issues involving
animal disease or environmental concerns
1030 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1030 a (919) 733-7601
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
13. The State Veterinarian`reserves the right to cancel this permit if a specific concern for controlling
animal disease arises, or if any of the aforementioned conditions are not met.
This document shall in no circumstances be interpreted as an endorsement of any specific manufacturer or
type of mortality management system by the State Veterinarian and the Office of the State Veterinarian
does not approve or disapprove the technical or performance standards for specific makes or designs of
equipment.
*Additional requirements and regulations will apply from DENR, Division of Solid Waste Management if
application for off -farm disposition of composted material is requested (see G.S. 130A-309.29 and 15A
NCAC 13B, Section .1400
Operator:ALAN SODDEN
County: BLADEN Date: 09/15/95
Distance to nearest residence (other than cwner): 1700.0 feet
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0 sows (farrow to finish)
0 sows (farrow to feeder)
0 head (finishing only)
0 sows (farrow to wean)
6080head (wean to feeder)
x
x
x
x
x
1417 lbs.
522 lbs.
135 Ibs.
433 lbs.
30 lbs.
=
=
=
=
0 lbs
0 lbs
0 lbs
0 lbs
182400 lbs
0
Total Average Live Weight = 182400 lbs
2. MINIPIUM REQUIRED TREA)MENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume - 182400 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. n|W - 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume 182400 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUMF FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume - 0.0 cubic feet
A. TOTAL DESIGNFD VOLUME
SLUDGE ACCUMULATION NOT COMPUTED
AT OWNERS REQUEST. REMOVE SLUDGE
AS NEEDED.
'
Inside top length (feet) ---------------------
inside top width (Teet) ----------------------
Top of dike elevation (feet) -----------------
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet) ------------
Freeboard (feet) ----------------------------
Side slopes (inside lagoon) ------------------
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1
3.0
SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2
3.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH it WIDTH =
314.0 134.0
ARFA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH IN WIDTH =
254.0 74.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
284.0 104.0
LENGTH
314.0
320.0
140.0
55.0
44.0
1.0
3.0 : 1
WIDTH
134.0
DEPTH
10.0
42076 (AREA OF TOP)
18796 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
118144 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = WREA TOP + (4%ARFA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM]
42076.0 118144.0 18796.0
*
DEPTH/6
Total Designed Volume Available = 298360 CU. FT.
5. !EMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
5A.
M
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Lcngth * Width
320.0 140.0 44800.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet
TOTAL DA 44800.0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
Volume of waste produced
Fec2s & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Describe this area.
Volume - 182400 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume = 333184 gals. or 44543.6 cubic feet
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 =
0.0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall
=
Volume = 7.0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 26133.3 cubic fect
7.0 inches
5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume =
Volume =
7.0 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
26133.3 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
6. SUMMARY
5B.
511.
5D.
44543 cubic feet
0 cubic feet
26133 cubic !met
26133 cubic feet
TOTAL 96810 cubic feet
Temporary storage period====================>
Rainfall in excess of evaporation===========>
25 year - 24 hour rainfall==================>
Side
Inside top length--========================->
Inside top
Top of dike
Bottom of lagoon
Total required volume=======================>
Actual design
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===>
Stop pumping
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev.==========>
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el.=>
Required minimum treatment volume===========>
Volume at stop pumping elevation============>
Start pumping
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfal
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==> 272227
Volume at start pumping elevation ... ====-===> 269561
Required volume to be pumped===========-====> 70677
Actual volume planned to be pumped=======-==> 78741
Min, thickness of soil liner when required==> 1.6
7' DESIGNED BY:
`p+° ^~~-^
DATE: 9/005
180
7.0
7.0
1.0
3.0
320.0
140.0
55.0
44.0
279210
298360
51.2
51.2
51.2
50.0
182400
190821
53.3
l
days
inches
inchcs
feet
: 1
feet
feet
feet
feet
cu. ft.
cu. ft=
feet
feet
fect
feet
cu. ftn
cu. ft.
feet
*
cu. ft=
cu. ftu
cu. ft. *
cu. ft. *
feet
APPROVED B 6 c_
DATEr 9-2s,9--
NOTE: SEE nTTACHED WASTo UTILIZATION PLAN
OPFRAI _1 0 N AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
______________________________
SHEET 1 OF 2
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
180 days of temporary storage. The time required for the planned
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reached may vary
due to site conditions, weather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists of 180 days storage for:
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the 25 year - 24 hour storm for the location.
The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals will be
fairly constant throughout the year and from year to year, but excess
rainfall will vary from year to year. The 25 year rainfall will not
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping cycle, but this storage
volume must always be available.
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of pipe(s) from
building(s). If the outlet pipe is not installed at the elevation to
begin pumping, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to indicate when pumping should begin. An elevation must be established
to stop pt/mping to maintain lagoon treatment depth.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any ,time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply wastc without
runoff or leeching.
Land application of waste water is recognized as an acceptable
method of disposal. Methods of application include solid set -..-
center pivot, guns, and traveling gun irrigation. Care should be
taken when applying waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
1. It is strongly recommended that the treatment lagoon be pre
charged to 1/2 its capacity to prevent excessive odors during
start-up. Pre -charging reduces the concentration of the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducing odors. Solids should be
covered with effluent at all times. When precharging is complete,
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresh water should not
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see attachment)
before land application.
3. Begin temporary storage pump -out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 53.3 as marked by permanent marker. Stop pump -
out when the fluid level reaches elevation 51.2 . This temporary
storage, less 75 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 70677 cubic feet or
528661 gallons.
nded maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
: The recommended ended maximum application rate is 0^3
one (1) inch and the recommended waste utilization plan for further details^
inch per hour. Refer to the was
vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
5^ Keep V tation should be fertilized as needed
lagoon &owed annually. ege
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Rcpair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surface runoff is to be divertcd from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
8 Keep a minimum of 75 feet of grass vegetated buffer around will
`ste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streams. feet Of a
wa ditches Do not pump within 200 o
not be --plied in oPen ^ ll Waste shall be applied in a
residence or within 100 feet of a we .
res
mannzr not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
9 The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the dischargeOf
t of
^llutants into waters of the United States. The Department
Po t Health and Natural Resources, Division or Env -
Environmen � ' responsibility for enforcing this law -
mental Management, has the