310238_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: 31-0238 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS310238
2. Facility Name: Keith Pate Farm
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Keith Pate
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 1409 N C 111% 403 W
City: Mount Olive State: NC Zip: 28365
Telephone Number: 910-385-5123 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 329 E Pate Pond Rd
City: Mount Olive State: NC Zip: 28365
6. County where Facility is located: Duplin
7. Fann 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"): PrestJre Farms Inc
10. Operator Name (OIC): Marshall K. Pate Phone No.: 919-658-2333 OIC #: 998374
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit:
Operation Types:
Operations Type
Allowable Count
Swine - Feeder to Finish 2,940
Swine Cattle Dry Poultry Other Tv nes
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 Poultn
Gilts Other Non Laying Pullet
Other Layers

13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
1
r-2/- 9Li
Clay
595 Ls/9
19.50
70,266
t
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), sit'ned 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
1 6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
,/ 7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
.' 8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: [e-mail]

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

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretory
LINDA CULPEPPER NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
Keith Pate
Keith Pate Farm
1409 N C Hwy 403 W
Mount Olive, NC 28365
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
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APR 0 4 2019
Waterfludity
Regional Operations Section
Your facility is currently approved for operation under one of the Animal Waste Operation State Non -Discharge General Permits,
which expire on September 30, 2019. Copies of the new animal waste operation State Non -Discharge General Permits are available
at htips://deutc.w.ov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-nuality-re>;ional-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 our 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 an
Expiring State Non -Discharge General Permit." The application form must be completed signed and retumed b\ April 3. 2019.
Please note that you must include one I11 coin of the Certified Animal Waste Manatement Plan ICAWMPI with the
completed and signed application form. A list of items included in the CAWMP can be found on page 2 of the renewal
application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the State Non -Discharge General Permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel
free to contact the Animal Feeding Operations Branch staff at 919-707-9100.
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures):
Sincerely,
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS310238
Prestage Farms Inc
v
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
512 N. Salsbury St 11836 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-153G
919.707.9000

Waste Utilization Plan
Producer:
Name of Farm:
Location:
Phone:
Type of Operation:
Number of Animal:
Storage Structure:
Method of Application:
Keith Pate
Keith Pate Farm
1409 NC Hwy 403 W
Mt. Olive NC 28365
919-658-5495
Feed -Finish
2940
Anaerobic Lagoon
Irrigation
Amount of waste produced per year:
Amount of plant available N (PAN) produced/year:
County: Duplin
5586 ton/year
6762 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

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could 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.
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
Pull No. Soil Type
2 McC
3 McC
4 McC
5 McC
6 McC
7 McC
8 McC
9 McC
2-9 McC
10 OrB
10 OrB
10 OrB
11 OrB
11 OrB
11 OrB
12 OrB
12 OrB
12 OrB
13 OrB
13 OrB
13 OrB
14 OrB
14 OrB
14 _ OrB
15 OrB
15 OrB
15 OrB
16 OrB
16 OrB
16
17
17
17
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
Crop
Code
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
CB/Graze
SG/Graze
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Yield/Ac
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.6
3.6
1
118
59
37
118
59
37
118
59
37
118
59
37
118
59
37
118
Wheat 59
Soybeans 37
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
118
59
37
118
59
37
Lbs. N
unit
46
46
46
46
46
46
46
Acres
1.93
2.94
2.17
2.17
3.23
3.23
2.37
Lbs N
Used
Month to
Apply
425 MAR-SEP
647 MAR-SEP
477 MAR-SEP
Lbs. N
Per Ac.
220
220
220
477 MAR-SEP 1 220
711
MAR-SEP
711 MAR-SEP
521 MAR-SEP
220
220
220
46
50
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.97
1.77
19.81
1.975
1.975
1.975
1.615
1.615
1.615
1.06
1.06
1.06
389 MAR-SEP
991 SEP-MAR
225 FEB15-JUN
243 SEP-MAR
288
184
199
236
121
130
155
APR-SEP15
FEB15-JUN
SEP-MAR
APR-SEP15
FEB15-JUN
SEP-MAR
APR-SEP15
220
50
114
123
146
114
123
146
114
123
146
1.435
1.435
1.435
1.245
164'
177
210
142
FEB15-JUN
SEP-MAR
APR-SEP15
FEB15-JUN
114
123
146
114
1.245
1.245
1.525
153' SEP-MAR
182
174
APR-SEP15
FEB15-JUN
123
146
114
2.09
3.91
1.525
1.525
188
223
SEP-MAR
APR-SEP15
123
146
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.97
2.09
3.91
0.81
0.81
0.81
1.245
1.245
1.245,
Total 41.63
Available Nitrogen
Surplus or deficit
92
100
FEB15-JUN
SEP-MAR
118 APR-SEP15
153 SEP-MAR
1
142 FEB15-JUN
APR-SEP15
9527 lbs.
6762 lbs.
-2765 lbs.
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
114
123
146
114
123
146

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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 1058 lbs. of plant available
nitrogen per year in the sludge.
If you remove sludge every 5 years you will have approximately 5292 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.
Field No.
1294 2
Soil Type
McC
Crop Applic.
Code Rate(in/hr)
CB/Graze 0.5
Applic.
Amount
1.0
1294 3
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294 4
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
5
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
6
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
7
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
8
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
9
McC
CB/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
2-9
McC
SG/Graze 0.5
1.0
1294
10
OrB
Corn 0.5
1.0
1294
10
OrB
Wheat 0.5
1.0
1294
1294
10
11
OrB
OrB
Soybeans 0.5
Corn 0.5
1.0
1.0
1294
11
OrB
Wheat 0.5
1.0
1294
11
OrB
Soybeans 0.5
1.0
1294
12
OrB
Corn 0.5
1.0
1294
12
OrB
Wheat 0.5
1.0
1294
12
OrB
Soybeans 0.5
1.0
1294
13
OrB
Corn 0.5
1.0
1294
13
OrB
Wheat 0.5
1.0
1294
13
OrB
Soybeans 0.5
1.0
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
1294
14
14
14
15
15
15
16
16
16
17
17
17
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
OrB
Corn 0.5
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Soybeans
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
0.5
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.
CaII 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
On pulls (10-17) with corn PAN has been reduced 20 lbs./ac due to residual PAN from soybeans.
On pulls (10-17) acres have been divided by 2 to allow for a two-year rotation of corn, wheat and soybeans.
Use this table for the IRR-2 Form on these pulls
Acres
3.95
3.23
2.12
2.87
2.49
3.05
1.62
2.49
21.82
Pulls
10
12
13
14
15
16
RecevevmeMeiVR
APR 9 4 20M

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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
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 less 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).

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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those owned
by 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, leaks 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.

•
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Keith Pate Farm
Owner/Manager Agreement Keith Pate
I (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 less 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 Facility Owner: eith Pate
g ae C v
Signature:
Name of Manager (If different from owner)
Signature:
Name of Person Preparing Plan: G. Glenn Clifton
Affiliation: Prestage Farms, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 438
Clinton, NC 28329
Signature:
aiq,
Phone: [phone]
Date: 3'-1/—! (�j
Date:
Date: 3 /i' !,

Keith Pate Farm
Spray Field -
31-238
Duplin County,,.;
1 inch = 3501e.Ot

DUPLIN COUNTY
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES (DWR) 910-796-7215
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES (EMS) 910-296-2160
SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) 910-296-2120
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) 910-296-2120
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE (CES) 910-296-2143
This plan will be implemented in the event that waste from your operation are leaking,
overflowing, or running off the site. You should NOT wait until wastes reach surface
waters or leave your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make
every effort to ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an
accessible location for all employees at the facility. The following are some action items
you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may or may not be
possible. Suggested response to problems are listed below:
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam, any permanent alteration of the
dam should be approved by a qualified technical specialist.
b. Pump wastes to field at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all additional flow to the lagoon, hold wastes in the house if possible.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from wastes application field -action include:
a. Immediately stop wastes application.
b. Create a temporary diversion or berm to contain the waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce further 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 sprinkler -action includes:
a. Stop recycle (flushing system) pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close values to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush system, houses, solids separators -action includes:
a. Stop recycle (flushing system) pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon effect has been created.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
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 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 sidewalls 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 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 910-433-3300, after hours, emergency number: 1-800-858-
0368. Your phone call should include: YOUR NAME , FACILITY
NUMBER, TELEPHONE NUMBER, THE DETAILS OF TE 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 the spill leaves the property or enters surface waters, call local (EMS)
Emergency Management Services at 910-296-2160
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact local Soil and Water Conservation District, Natural Resources
Conservation Service office at 910-296-2120 and Cooperative Extension
Service at 910-296-2143 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:
Page 2

6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon.
a. Name: JT7 Hies Lamb
b. Phone: 9 /0 -_ S 77
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.
8. If you are a contract swine grower associated with a swine company integrator,
contact the company representative at 910-592-5771.
Page 3

Source
Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Cause
Flush Gutters
• Accumulation of Solids
Lagoons and Pits • Crusted Solids
Excessive Vegetative
Growth
• Decaying vegetation
BMPs to Minimize Insects
. Liquid Systems
Site Specific Practices
• Flush system is designed and operated sufficiently to
remove accumulated solids from gutters as designed;
Remove bridging of accumulated solids at discharge
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 - 8 inches over
more than 30% 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.
Feeders • Feed Spillage
Feed Storage • Accumulation of feed residues
AMIC - November 11, 1996, Page 1
Dry Svstrnis
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 - 10 day
interval during summer; 15-30 day interval during
winter).
D Reduce moisture accumulation within and around
irnmediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
insuring drainage away from site and/or providing
adequate containment (e.g., covered bin for
brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
o fI l ttOn• and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed.

Animal Holding Areas. ■ Accumulations of animal wastes • Eliminate low areas that trap moisture along fences
and feed wastage
and other locations where waste accumulates and
disturbance by animals is minimal.
O 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 Iandling • Accumulations of animal wastes Systems 0 Remove spillage on a routine basis e. 7-10 day
interval during summer; 15-30 day inte val during
winter) where manure is loaded for land application
or disposal.
O Provide fo adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles.
• Inspect for an remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filter strips around stockpiles and manure
handling areas as needed.
FFor -7613
more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State
University, Raleigh, NC
Source Cause
BMPs to Minimize Insects
Site Specific Practices
AMIC - November 11, 1996, Page 2

Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source
Farmstead
Cause
• Swine Production
Animal body surfaces
• Dirty manure -covered animals
BMPs to Minimize Odor
Vegetative or wooded buffers;
Recommended best management practices;
XGood judgement and common sense
O Dry floors
Site Specific Practices
Floor surfaces
• Wet manure -covered floors
Manure collection pits
• Urine;
• Partial microbial decomposition
Ventilation exhaust fans
• Volatile gases;
• Dust
Slotted floors;
Waterers located over slotted floors;
❑ Feeders at high end of solid floors;
❑ Scrape manure buildup from floors;
O Underfloor ventilation for drying
Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge, or
scrape;
O Underfloor ventilation
Fan maintenance;
Efficient air movement
Indoor surfaces
• Dust
Washdown between groups of animals;
❑ Feed additives;
O Feed covers;
❑ Feed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
covers
Flush tanks
Flush alleys
Pit recharge points
Lift stations
• Agitation of recycled lagoon liquid
while tanks are filling
• Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
❑ Flush tank covers;
❑ Extend fill to near bottom of tanks with'
anti -siphon vents
❑ Underfloor flush with underfloor ventilation
• Agitation of recycled lagoon liquid 0 Extend recharge lines to near bottom of pits with
while pits are filling anti -siphon vents
• Agitation during sump tank filling 0 Sump tank covers
and drawdown
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page

Source Cause
Outside drain collection or
junction boxes
End of drainpipes at lagoon
Lagoon surfaces
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles
Storage tank or basin
surface
Settling basin surface
Manure, slurry or sludge
spreader outlets
Uncovered manure, slurry
or sludge on field surfaces
Dead animals
Dead animal disposal pits
• Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
• Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
• Volatile gas emission;
• Biological mixing;
• Agitation
• High pressure agitation;
• Wind drift
• Partial microbial decomposition;
• Mixing while filling;
• Agitation when emptying
• Partial microbial decomposition;
• Mixing while filling;
• Agitation when emptying
• Agitation when spreading;
• Volatile gas emissions
• Volatile gas emissions while drying
• Carcass decomposition
Carcass decomposition
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page 4
BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
O Box covers
O Extend discharge point of pipes underneath
lagoon liquid level
f Proper lagoon liquid capacity,
Conant lagoon startup procedures;
Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio;
Minimum agitation when pumping;
o Mechanical aeration;
❑ Proven biological additives
Irrigate on dry days with little or no wind;
Minimum recommended operating pressure;
Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface;
O Pump from second stare lagoon
❑ Bottom or midlevel loading;
O Tank covers;
O Basin surface mats of solids;
❑ Proven biolo cical additives or oxidants
CI Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid level;
❑ Remove settled solids regularly
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Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
Wash residual manure from spreader after use;
Proven biological additives or oxidants
Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
Soil incorporation within 48 hrs.;
Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
Proven biological additives or oxidants
Proper disposition of carcasses
O Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits;
O Proper location/construction of disposal pits

Source Cause
Incinerators • Incomplete combustion
Standing water around • Improper drainage;
facilities
Mud tracked onto public
roads from farm access
• Microbial decomposition of organic
matter
• Poorly maintained access roads
BMPs to Minimize Odor
O Secondary stack burners
XGrade and landscape such that water drains away
from facilities
Farm access road maintenance
Additional Inlorrnation:
Swine Manure Management; .0200 Ru1eBMP Packet
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies; EBAE Fact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge - Lagoon Treatment EBAE 128-88
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Flush - Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Design and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-88
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIN-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; PR0107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
AMOC - November 11, 1996, Page 5
Site Specific Practices
Available From:
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU - BAE
NCSU - BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU - BAE
NCSU - BAE
NCSU - Swine Extension
NC Pork Producers Assoc.
NCSU - Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension

Version —November 26, 2018
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
a a 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.
ElLandfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Renderingat a renderingplant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
El El
Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
ElA 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.
ElEl 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).
aAny method which, in the professional opinionof the State Veterinarian, wouldmake 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
ila/W.41 0?:
Signature of Technical Specialist Date
Date

Operator: > Keith Pate
County:--
> Duplin
Date.
Dist.to nearest residence (other than owner): > 05/08/07
sows (farrow to finish):=== 0 ft.
>
sows (farrow to feeder): eder):===
>
head (finishing only):
> 2940
sows (farrow to wean):
head (wean to feeder): >
Ave. Live Weight for other o erationslbs. ->
Storage volume for sludge accum..(cu. ft.):=>
Treatment Volume (min. 1 cu. ft./lb.) >
0
25 Year - 24 Hour Rainfall (in.) > 1.
Rainfall in excess of evaporation (in.) > 7.5
7.0
Drainage area of buildings & lots (sq. ft.)=>
Volume of wash water (gallons/day) >
Temporary storage period (days) >
Fregboard (ft.): 1-0
' 1.0 180
Side slopes (inside lagoon): >
Inside top length (ft.). > 3.0 : 1 1
Inside top width .(ft.): > 245.0
Top of dike elevation (ft.): > 103.0
Bottom of lagoon elevation (ft.): > 91.09.0
Seasonal high water table(SHWT) elev.(ft.):=>
Total required volume: 96.9
> 582638 cu. ft.
Actual design volume: 595419 cu. ft.
Stop pumping el.(> or = to 96.9 ft.SHWT)> 99.0 ft. 4
(> or = to 97.0 ft.Min.)
Required minimum treatment volume: 396900 cu. ft.
Volume at stop pumping elevation: 398688 cu. ft
Start pumping elev.: > 101.2 ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation: 540223 cu. ft.
Actual .volume less 25yr-24hr rain: 549482 cu. ft.
NOTE: Verify that temp. storage is adequate:
Req. volume to be pumped:====> 139801 cu. ft.
Actual volume to be • pumped:= > 141535 cu. ft.

Operator:Keith Pate
Distance to nearest residence (other
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
O'sows (farrow to finish)
0 sows (farrow to feeder)
2940 head (finishing only)
0 sows (farrow to wean)
0 head (wean to feeder)
Describe other :
County: Duplin
than
x
x
X
owner)
1417 lbs.
522 lbs.
135 lbs.
c33 lbs.
30 lbs
7
Date: 06/21/94
1600.0 feet
0 lbs
0 lbs
296900 lbs
0 lbs
0 1b
J
0
Total Average Lip, Weight sleight
= 396900 lbs
MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 396900 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/1b. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW =
Volume = 396900 cubic feet
1 CF/lb. ALW
STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE -ACCUMULATION Sludge Accumulation � Not Computed ',+
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet As Nes Request Remove Sludge
TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length (feet) -----_-____-
Inside top width (feet) -
Top of dike elevation (feet)----------
Bottom of lagoon elevationr
j� - eebo� "rd (feet) ------ 'el -__
Side slopes (inside e lagoon) ---------
Total design volume using prismoidal
SS
�/END1
3.0
ZE./EN.D2
3.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
294.0 239.0
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH. * WIDTH
228.0 173.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH *
261.0 206.0
4
T ,
SS/SIDS,
3.
JS/STOW?
3 . 0
formula
LENGTH
294.0
70266 (AREA OF TOP)
300.0
245.0
103.0
91.0
1.0
3.0 . 1
norr.mH
239.0
39444 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
(AREA OF
CU. FT. (AREA TOP + (4*AREA MTDS
70266.0 y ECTIO^1) 4. AREA. BOTTOM]
215064.0 39444.0
Total Desianed Volumes A�a�lahla - `95-41.9
DEPerH
7 '. . 0
215064
MIDSECTION
*
4)
DEPTH/6
1.8
CU_ 7T

5. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width =
300.0 245.0 73500 0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 .square feet Describe this
area.
5A. VnIumP o_ wPste produced
Feces .c urine production in gal./day per 135 ?r T, ,
Volume = 396900 Thy �_L', r.:.,Gb 1.37
,, W/135 1bs p*r., .�
Volume = 725004 gals. or 96925,7 cubic 1.37 gal/day 180 days
-B. Volume of wash water feet
This
is
fresh slater used forr, _ fresh water usc:? F�._ .. ;'��sh;ng floors volume
the lagoon - r a Flush FM u1 s t
water ,ire account forF _erg systems '� that recirculate
For in ..A.
-- 0.0 ga11on!d:
Volume _
0.0 cubic. feet
Volume Df
rainf. 1 1 in ezc`gs
of evaporation
Use period of _ 1 mA when r-_1'rr7 l7 l exceeds e.'aporatl�» by largest
ys excess rainfall 7.0 inches
Vc1uil':= = 7.0 in DA
12 inches per foot
Volume - 43400.0
cubic feet
TCTAT Dr 74 0 0r -
quart' Feet
Design temporary storage period to be
180 days.
180ay= storage/7.42 gallons
per CP

5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.5 inches / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 46500.0 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 96926 cubic
5B. 0 cubic
5C. 43400 cubic
5D. 46500 cubic
fe,*
feet
feet
feet
TOTAL 186826 cubic feet
6. SUMMARY
DA
Temporary storage period 180
days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation 7 c
25._ i^ s __i�5
year - 24 hour rainfall ____ ._-._.---''.
77 hes
Freeb;oa r - - , . 0 Feet -
Side slopes------ „ : 1
Inside top length----- ---- ---- --'- --100..0
Inside top width._ � 745.0 feet
T-it.' .- dike "-'_at? ::_ _______---_ : 1 nj 0 .F.e t
I o f t ��. M'1 r f g —
� .. _ `..' i : t • 1 1 1 .� J �.i r elevation----- __ ._ ._ .._ .._ _ -. _ _ .. �. Q 1 i1 f e !-
Tot
_- required volume ___---_ - -_ ;837^- r7,, F.
Actual_ design :ol-'a.:::,. ___-- - _.-__-\ I795419 cL
e _s'o_-a- high w'a.t=rt-able e eva-±o__ cj'_y C:7Ti -_ ✓ 95-0 feetL
:top pumping elev. -- - ---__--- 99.0 feet Must' be or - to t1- SH 'T 7 ._ - - ---- 9 n _ _ .-
Mustor > = to min. raq t_'rea tmnnt 1 . - ^7 0 feete
Required minimum _reagent volume _..----- 396900
Volume .1_ stop pumping e1ev=.__c....--------------- 392E88 f_
Star: p_ i i i n g tz i C: '✓ • -- __ - .- _. _. _.. -- - 101.2 feet :'.ust he at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr.
AcLua1 vol.<Yii, less 25 yr.- 24 hr.'a__-f 71`r,48919 ft. 1: t start pumping :.levatioL----'-----1----> 540223 cu. Et.
e _tired volume to be pumped---- ---- ---> 140326 cu.
c tuas i V �• l ume p i is red to bepumped ---.- \ 141535 cu.
0 -t
Min
. thickness of soil _ liner when required==' 1.8feet
•s
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DESIGNED BY: Lanier & Houston CHECKED ^Y iy/_Y + S " st}tb„° alto
DATE: 6 o cab
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BEFORE BEGINNING EXCAVATION
LANDOWNER IS ADVISED TO
CONTACT ULOCO TO ASSURE THAT
UNDERGROUND UTILITIES ARE NOT
DESTROYED 1-800-632-4949
COMMENTS:
SCS DOES NOT CERTIFY THAT
EXCAVATION AND FILL
VOLUMES ARE CORRECT

SHEET 1 OF 2
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
180 days of`temporary..storage. The time required for the planned
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reached may vary
due to site conditions; weather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists. of 180 days storage for:
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the 25 year - 24 hour storm for the location.
The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals will be
fairly constant throughout the year and from year to year, but excess
rainfall will vary from year to year. The 25 year rainfall will not
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping cycle, but this storage
volume must always be available.
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of pipe(s) from
building(s). If the outlet pipe is not'installed at the elevation to
begin pumping, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to indicate' when pumping should begin. An elevation must be established
to stop pumping to maintain lagoon treatment depth.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply waste without
runoff or leaching.
Land application of waste water is recognized 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 b
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 101.2 as marked by permanent marker. Stop
out when the fluid level reaches elevation 99.0 . Thisa storage,pump-
less 25 � temporary
6 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 140326 cubic feet or
gallons.

SHEET
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (1) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.2
inch per hour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
nW
6. Repair any eroded areas.or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation,
7. All surface runoff. is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
8. Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetated buffer around
waste utilization fields adjacent —to perennial streams. Waste will
not. be applied.in open ditches. Do'not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a well. Waste shall be applied in a
manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways,
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the discharge of
pollutants into waters of the United States. The Department of
Environment, Health, 'and Natural Resources, Division of Environ-
mental Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this law.