HomeMy WebLinkAbout310268_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: 31-0268 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS310268
2. Facility Name: Charles Aycock #1
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Charles Edward Aycock
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 1024 C\ press Creek Rd
City: Wallace State: NC Zip: 28466
Telephone Number: 910-285-4268 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: L �J P se.art e k' RA
City: Wc��.(Gais J State: I4Ci Zip: aEAU (v
6. County where Facility is located: Duplin
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner):
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 1'
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): - onw' r i'ry C; P-1 a
10. Operator Name (OIC): Charles Edward A\ cock Phone No.: 910-285-4268 OIC #: 17158
i . 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 2,640
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 Pouet+
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)
C-\ t,1
Capa
(Cubic
5161
city
Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
4'671
150
19.50
Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this
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 by the owner and a certified technical sisecialistcontaining:
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
completed and signed application
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, orcertification, in; any; application ,may be, subject ttocivil penalties , up tos25,000 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: Oil& r\ r S j code. -
Signature:
Name:
Signature:
Name:
Title: Qlon
Signature:
Date: 3- 2-2,--16-1
Title:
Date:
Title:
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.
Cavern ar
NIICHAEL®AN
Setrerery
LINDA CtJLPEPPEP.
Director
Charles Edward Aycock
Charles Aycock #1:
1024 Cypress Creek Rd
Wallace, NC 28466
NORTH CAROLINiA
Fnvirpnrnental ttuality
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
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February 27; 2019
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 httns:/Idea nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-oualily-re>?ional-oneratioris/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. you must submit an application for
permit coverage to the Division. Enclosed you will find a "Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility . Currently Covered by an
Expiring State Non -Discharge General Permit" The applicationform must be completed signed and returned by April 1 2019.
Please note that you must include one (1) copy of . the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with the
completed and signed application form. A listof 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):
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Dunlin County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS310268
Murphy -Brown LLC
N�rt3a Carans Dapartrn_nt of Eavitcnrnentai Quality 1 Dius,7n of Water Resources
512 N. Ss€isbury St. j 1S3S Mail San' Center Raleigh, North Caroline 27 99-163€
919.707 S0D0
Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
06-19-2009
This plan has been prepared for:
Charles Aycock #1(31-268)
Charles Aycock
1024 Cypress Creek Rd
Wallace, NC 28466
910-285-4268
This plan has been developed by:
Billy W Houston
Duplin Soil & Water Conservation
PO Box 219
Kenansville, NC 28349
910-296-2120
Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance procedures
established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above. I have read and understand the Required Specifications concerning animal
waste management that are included with this plan.
aaddv d
Signature (ow) Date
Signature (manager or producer) Date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By:
41/
Technical Specialist Signature
6/fq/c?
Date
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 06-19-2009 Cover Page 1
Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
S5
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid waste generated 504,240 gals/year by a 2,640 animal
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste storage
capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
1161
Incorporated
1995
Injected
2197
Irrigated
1262
Max. Avail.
PAN (lbs) *
Actual PAN
Applied (lbs)
PAN Surplus/
Deficit (lbs)
Actual Volume
Applied (Gallons)
Volume Surplus/
Deficit (Gallons)
Year 1
1,262
1272
-10
508,215
-3,975
Note: In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source.
* Max. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application method(s) identified in the plan for this source.
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 06-19-2009 Source Page Page 1 of 1
Narrative
This WUP is written based on a wetted acres design done by Star Jackson. Rates used are for bermuda
control grazed taken from the WUP dated 1/30/2001
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 06-19-2009 Narrative Page Page 1. of 1
The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in this plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates are
also provided for each crop in the plan. In addition, the Leaching Index for each field is shown, where available.
Planned Crops Summary
Tract
Field
Total
Acres
Useable
Acres
Leaching
Index (LI)
Soil Series
Crop Sequence
1
RYE
6869
Zl
0.92
0.92
N/A
Woodington
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bennudagrass Pasture
*5.1 Tons
6869
Z2
0.92
0.92
N/A
Woodington
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*5.1 Tons
6869
Z3
0.64
0.64
N/A
Norfolk
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Berinudagrass Pasture
*6.9 Tons
6869
Z4
0.92
0.92
N/A
Norfolk
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bennudagrass Pasture
*6.9 Tons
6869
Z5
0.28
0.28
N/A
Autryville
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
A
Hybrid Bennudagrass Pasture
*6.3 Tons
6869
Z6
0.86
0.86
N/A
Norfolk
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bennudagrass Pasture
*6.9 Tons
PLAN TOTALS:
4.54
4.54
LI
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
< 2
Low potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
None
>— 2 &
<= 10
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned.
> 10
High potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned. Other conservation practices that improve the soils
available water holding capacity and improve nutrient use efficiency should be considered. Examples
are Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sod -Based Rotations (328), Long -Tenn No -Till (778),
and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Strips (393) and Riparian Forest Buffers (391).
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed 6/19/2009
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
PCS Page Page 1 of 1
The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres of cropland needed to use the
nutrients being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements, and proper timing of applications to maximize nutrient
uptake.
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the crop being grown and an estimate of the nitrogen amount being supplied by manure or other by-products,
commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each field in order to supply the indicated quantity of
nitrogen from each source is also included. A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure applied is included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provides for the
utilization of the manure generated by the operation.
Year 1
Y• ~, IOW
........
. . .• .
Field
��~-
Source
ID
_
Soil Series
Total
Acres
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
(lbs/A)
Comm.
Vert.
Nutrient
Applied
(lbs/A)
Res.
(lbs/A)
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
NutrientA
pplied
(lbs/A)
Liquid
ManureA
pplied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Tract
N
N
N
N
1000
gaVA
Tons
1000 gals
tons
6869
Zl
S5
Woodington
0.92
0.92
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
19.97
0.00
18.37
0.00
6869
Z1
S5
Woodington
s
0.92
0.92
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*5.1 Ton
*3/1-10/15
*190
0
0
Inig
190
75.89
0.00
69.82
0.00
6869
Z2
S5
Woodington
0.92
0.92
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
19.97
0.00
18.37
0.00
6869
Z2
S5
Woodington
0.92
0.92
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*5.1 Ton
*3/1-10/15
*190
0
0
Irrig.
190
75.89
0.00
69.82
0.00
6869
Z3
S5
Norfolk
0.64
0.64
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig
50
19.97
0.00
12.86
0.00
6869
Z3
S5
Norfolk
ss
0.64
0.64
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*6.9 Ton
*3/1-10/15
*260
0
0
Irrig.
260
103.86
0.00
66.88
0.00
6869
Z4
S5
Norfolk
0.92
0.92
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
19.97
0.00
18.37
0.00
6869
Z4
S5
Norfolk
0.92
0.92
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*6.9 Ton
*3/1-10/15
*260
0
0
Irrig.
260
103.86
0.00
95.55
0.00
6869
Z5
S5
Autryville
0.28
0.28
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
brig.
50
19.97
0.00
5.51
0.00
6869
Z5
S5
Autryville
0.28
0.28
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*6.3 Ton
*3/1-10/15
*235
0
0
Irrig.
235
93.87
0.00
25.91
0.00
6869
Z6
S5
Norfolk
0.86
0.86
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
19.97
0.00
17.22
0.00
6869
Z6
S5
Norfolk
0.86
0.86
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
*6.9 Ton
*3/1-10/15
*260
0
0
Irrig.
260
103.86
0.00
89.52
0.00
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 6/19/2009
WUT Page Page 1 of 2
Tract
Field
Source
ID
Soil Series
Total
Acres
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
(lbs/A)
Comet
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
(lbs/A)
Res.
(lbs/A)
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
NutrientA
pplied
(lbs/A)
Liquid
ManureA
pplied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
N
N
1000
gal/A
Tons
1000 gals
tons
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
508.22
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
504.24
Balance, 1000 gallons
-3.98
Total Applied, tons
0.00
Total Produced, tons
0.00
Balance, tons
0.00
Notes: 1. In the tract column, — symbol means leased, otherwise, owned.
2. Symbol * means user entered data.
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 6/19/2009 WUT Page Page 2 of 2
The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table. Infiltration rate varies with soils. If
applying waste nutrients through an irrigation system, you must apply at a rate that will not result in runoff. This table provides the
maximum application rate per hour that may be applied to each field selected to receive wastewater. It also lists the maximum
application amount that each field may receive in any one application event.
Irrigation Application Factors
Tract
Field
Soil Series
Application Rate
(inches/hour)
Application Amount
(inches)
6869
Zl
Woodington
0.40
1.0
6869
Z2
Woodington
0.40
1.0
6869
Z3
Norfolk
0.50
1.0
6869
Z4
Norfolk
0.50
1.0
6869
Z5
Autryville
0.60
1.0
6869
Z6
Norfolk
0.50
1.0
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed 6/19/2009 IAF Page Page 1 of 1
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for sludge utilization
for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen concentrations for each source,. the number of
animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application rates shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effluent At clean out, this
material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the priority nutrient is nitrogen but
other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since nutrient levels are generally very high,
application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not be used for sludge
application. If this is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields with high amounts of copper and zinc
so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface water moving to streams and lakes, phosphorous is a
concern. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also be a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Crop
Maximum
PA-N Rate
lb/ac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gal/ac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Nursery Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Com 120 bu
150
13.16
6.72
13.44
20.16
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
3.36
6.72
10.08
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
6.30
12.60
18.90
376879 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 06-19-2009 Sludge Page Page 1 of
The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage capacity available at
the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the design storage capacity in days minus
the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start date is a value entered by the user and is defined as the
date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or holding pond is
equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design storage capacity of
the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage capacity, this indicates that the plan calls
for the application of nutrients that have not yet accumulated. If available storage capacity is negative, the estimated
volume of accumulated waste exceeds the design storage volume of the structure. Either of these situations indicates
that the planned application interval in the waste utilization plan is inconsistent with the structure's temporary storage
capacity.
Available Waste Storage Canacihy
Source Name
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days) *
1
1
70
1
2
55
1
3
67
1
4
67
1
5
66
1
6
66
1
7
65
1
8
64
1
9
94
1
10
137
1
11
114
1
12
90
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift,
manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation
or land application. Any discharge of waste that reaches surface water is
prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns
or has an agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply the
waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of the
waste, he/she shall provide evidence of an agreement with a landowner, who is
within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for waste
application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the waste production facility to
secure an update of the Nutrient Management Plan when there is a change in the
operation, increase in the number of animals, method of application, receiving
crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for
realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture, historical data,
climatic conditions, and level of management, unless there are regulations that
restrict the rate of applications for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year.
Waste may be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per year but
less than 10 tons per acre per year provided grass filter strips are installed where
runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field Office Technical Guide Standard
393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste application
Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the land
application field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, waste will be soil
incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When waste is applied to
conservation tilled crops or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the
application does not occur during a season prone to flooding (see "Weather and
Climate in North Carolina" for guidance).
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such
that runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does
not cause drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order
to control odor and flies.
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8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or
when the soil surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that
the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The
potential for salt damage from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted
crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Waste/nutrient loading rates on
these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted
to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior
to planting of the crop or forages breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1,1995 shall comply with the
following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from
a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any
residential property boundary and canal. Animal waste, other than swine waste
from facilities sited on or after October 1,1995, shall not be applied closer that
25 feet to perennial waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than
those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public
right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or
wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to
prior converted cropland provided the fields have been approved as a land
application site by a "technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharge directly into water courses, and on other
grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a manner that
causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks,
etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed
areas (lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other
woody species, etc., are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon
areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Berms and structures should be
inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage, or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate
the possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution, and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a
regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular maintenance
checklist should be kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops
for direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for
direct human consumption, it should only be applied pre -plant with no further
applications of animal waste during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of
the temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons.
Pumping shall be managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A
marker will be required to mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage
ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least
annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the
rate -determining nutrient, unless other restrictions require waste to be applied
based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower application rate than a nitrogen
based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be monitored and alternative
crop sites shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be
adjusted and maintained for optimum crop production. Soil and waste analysis
records shall be kept for a minimum of five years. Poultry dry waste application
records shall be maintained for a minimum of three years.
Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5)
years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
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Crop Notes
The following crop note applies to field(s): Z 1, Z2
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, low -leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from October
15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each
week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate
modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate
by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and rye at 1-1 1/2
bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is essential. Review the
NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding
variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 lbs/acre N at
planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at this time. The
remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
The following crop note applies to field(s): Z3, Z4, Z6
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from October
15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each
week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate
modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate
by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and rye at 1-1 1/2
bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is essential. Review the
NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding
variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 lbs/acre N at
planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at this time. The
remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
The following crop note applies to field(s): Z5
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from October
15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each
week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate
modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate
by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and rye at 1-1 1/2
bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is essential. Review the
NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding
variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 lbs/acre N at
planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at this time. The
remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
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The following crop note applies to field(s): Z 1, Z2
Bermudagrass CP, Mineral Soil, Poorly Drained to Somewhat Poorly Drained.
Adaptation: Effective artificial drainage MUST be in place to achieve Realistic Yield Expectations
provided for these soils.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and wind.
For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a rate of
30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing conditions.
Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row. For
broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus, potassium
and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in the
establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240 lb/ac N
annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts. Reduce N rates
by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of Pastures and
Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or extension agent for
assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): Z3, Z4, Z6
Bermudagrass: CP, Mineral Soil, Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and wind.
For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a rate of
30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing conditions.
Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row. For
broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus, potassium
and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in the
establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240 lb/ac N
annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts. Reduce N rates
by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of Pastures and
Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or extension agent for
assistance.
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The following crop note applies to field(s): Z5
Bermudagrass: CP, Mineral Soil, Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and wind.
For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a rate of
30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing conditions.
Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac iri 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row. For
broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus, potassium
and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in the
establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240 lb/ac N
annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts. Reduce N rates
by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of Pastures and
Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or extension agent for
assistance.
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3\ LDS
Mortality Management Methods
Version —November 26, 2018
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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Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours of knowledge of animal
death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing stream or public body of water
(G.S.106-403). The bottom of the burial pit should be at least one foot above the seasonal
high water table. Attach burial location map and plan.
El El Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
ElEl Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
E a 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.
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In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved by the
El NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
El El Any method which, in the professional opinionof 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.
3-ZZ-11
Signature of Farm Owner/Manager Date
O-)inkOtALLU. LU\
Signature of Technical Specialist Date
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lnerator:Charles Aycock County: Duplin
Date: 08/11/92
'`istance to nearest resideAce (other than owner): 900.0 feet
STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT
0 sows (farrow to finish) x 1417 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 head (finishing only) x 135 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 sows (farrow to wean) x 433 lbs' = 0 lbs
2600 head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs. = 78000 lbs
TOTAL STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT (SSLW) = 78000 lbs
�. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 78000 lbs. SSLW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. SSLW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. SSLW= 1 CF/lb. SSLW
Volume = 78000 cubic feet
STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume =
TOTAL DESIGN VOLUME
.
0.0 cubic feet Not computed at landowner's request
Sludge will be removed as needed'
Inside top 1ength 170.0 feet ; Inside top width 135.0 feet
Top of dike at elevation 49.5 feet
Frepboard 1.5 feet ; Side slopes ,3'0 : 1 (Inside lagoon.
Total design lagoon liquid level at elevation 48.0 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation 37.5 feet
Seasonal high water table elevation 44.0 feet
Total design volume using prismcidal formula
SS/END!
3.0
SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SlDE2
3'0 3.0 3.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
161.0 126.0
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
98.0 63.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
129'5 94.5
LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
161,0 126.0 10.5
20286.0 (AREA DF TOP)
6174.0 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
48951'0 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AHRA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM]
20286'0 48951'0 61/*'0.
* DEPTH/6
1'8
VOLUME OF LAGOON AT TOTAL DESIGN LIQUID LE;EL = 1319o9 C;' F7'
TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width =
170.0 135. 0 22950.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
Length * Width =
0.0 0.0 0.0 square feet
TOTAL DA 22950:0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
). Volume of waste produced
Approximate daily production of manure in CF/L.B SSLW 0.•00136
Volume =-
Volume =
78000 Lbs. '3SLW * Cr o7= Waste/Lb./Day 180 days
19048 cubic feet
Volume of wash water
This 7.s he amount of fresh water used for t-le'=ihing floors or Volume
of fresh water used for a flush s ._ _ 31i1. Fiu'sh ='•r`_te,n s that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in _A,
0.0 gallons/day * IRO days sL;ir =;j:_ r 1. 49 gallons
is i e 'r ' Cr
Volume =- 0.0 _ubic feet
Volume of rainfall in ecess of evaporation
Hsp p 'r,i od of t L"{'_ wh
t i-i rainfall .l it '(- r�i 1. 1. exceeds evaporation l� ';. largest amount.
.1.88 days excess rainfall
Volume °:- 7.0 it * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 13387.5 cubic feet
0 inches
-1D.
`t
Volume of 25' year — 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.5 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 14343.8 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRLD TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 19048 cubic feet
5B. 0 cubic feet
5C. 13388 cubic feet
5D. 14344 cubic feet
TOTAL 46779 cubic feet
SUMMARY
Total required volume 124779 cubic feet
Total design volume avail. 131969 cubic feet
Min. req. treatment volume plus sludge accumulation 78000 cubic fe
At elev.
45.0 feet ; Volume is 78536 cubic feet (end p"mping)
Total design volume less 25yr-24hr storm is 117626 cubic feet
At elev.
47.3 feet ; Volume is 118187 cubic feet (start pumping)
Seasonal hioh water table elevation 44.0 feet
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DESIGNED BY: PRB
APOVED Y:
DATE: /��~ DATE:
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NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment with minimum odor,
control. The time required for the planned fluid level to be
reached may vary duce to soil conditions, flushing operations, and
the amount of fresh water added to the system.
Land application of waste Later 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 runoff from the field or 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.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends- sampling and testing of waste (set- Attachment 6)
before land application.
3. }3eg1r pump -out of the lagoon when Fluid level reaches eleva-
tion 47.3 as marked by permanent markers. ?top pump -out when
the fluid level reaches Ele ,a!:: i i:n 45.0 or before fluid ueoth i_
less than 6 feet deep (this prevents the loss of r•a`r'or-'abl L'
bacteria) .
4. Therecommended rnaxiI'llunl amount: to apply per irrigation .:
1 �tuF' y !._
one ;1! inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0_4
i.rlchi per hour.
_... Keep vegetation on the embankment _"iareas adjacent to th _
lagoon mowed annually. . Vegetation Should be fe'r' ll i_ed as ilr_edeiJ
to maintain a rigorous Stand.
Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surfaL:e runoff is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
0L;tlPts.
_,. e Cle rr .. . p .
i _ _-- �'j cii'G t:, r F-1 L` � i! r i t t_! r �� i'l 3. ill': _' the discharge of
pollutants into hater's of the United States. The Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Division of Environ-
mental iilern'taj. Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this 1_i.!•J..
SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTE TREATMENT LAGOONS
Clearing:
A11 trees and brush shall be removed fr'orn the construction area
before any excavating or fill is started. Stumps will be removed
within the area of the foundation Of the embankment and fill areas
and all excavated areas. All stumps and roots exceeding one (1)
inch in diameter shall be removed to a minimum depth of one (1)
foot. Satisfactory disposition will be made of all debris. The
foundation area shall be loosened thoroughly before placement of
embankment material.
Cut—off Trench:
---------------
A cut—off trench (when specified) shall be installed as shown in
t h e plans.
Construction:
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L.t!'n-•';-l.t+_' iii'in of excavated and t'_!r 4h: i11 areas shall be performed to
the neat lines and grades as planned. Deviation_ from this will
.... L i �✓ a! 1 -u i } -, . ' -' -i ' l shall not " placed
_. : �: •_• i_. �. r ` t I + + l 1 _ t I = 1 i'7 � U >_•
in standing water and reasonable _:fjitp i::t.1 .in of the fills shall,be
performed by the construction F_i- _--_ __--crri_: - rl
G" r_ I i' _ r ' c:l _ _ L � r I _ equipment �� rl t! i i '_ t_� r ' _: � : _. _' p = I � roller _. _ �. _ : during
r .i. 'I' f
placement. The embankment of the lagoon _)'all be installed using
the more impervious materials. Construction of fill heighIts shall
include t o 'n (1) percent o r settlement. To protect a p a i rn . ._ v e i:: ;::i i._I e
areas when of : unsuitable iii cc4 t .. rJ. ci l are _ encountered, they Hill need to
be excavated a minimum of one (I) foot below grade .a n C! b a i::) f i l i E d ;, r'I d
compacted - - i -� rfi �: � __: � `= C7 with t h ct suitable 1 '�:� cci t`! l h_ material : _? r � 1 c! .! i ]. r_ i_ _ -, I-' . -: � i ? _ t �� a �: �_ r � '�' Ci the L. soils
,. ._
investigation information in the plans for special -_onside'r'ation .
.,.., , �� '" t .: F! ' + r' 7 � i 'ins should be taken during construction to prevent excessive
erosion and sedimentation.
Vegetation:
All exposed embankment and other bare constructed area'_. shall be
seeded to the planned type of vegetation as soon as possible after
construction.
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SEEDING RECOMMENDATIONS
AREA TO BE SEEDED: 2.0 ACRES
USE THE SEED MIXTURE INDICATED:
120 LBS. FESCUE GRASS @ 60 LBS./ACRE
(BEST SUITED ON CLAYEY OR WET SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: SEPTEMBER 15 TO NOVEMBER 30
0 LBS. 'PENSACOLA' BAHIA GRASS @ 60 LBS'/ACRE
(SEE FOOTNOTE NO. 1)
SEEDING DATES: MARCH 15 TO JUNE 80
0 LBS. HULLED'BERMUDA GRASS @ 8 LBS./AC.
(SUITED FOR MOST SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: APRIL 1 TO JULY 31
60 LBS. RYE GRAIN @ 30 LBS./ACRE (NURSERY FOR FESCUE)
0 LBS. RYE GRASS @ 40 LBS./ACRE (TEMPORARY VEGETATION)
SEEDING DATES: DECEMBER 1 TO MARCH 30
LBS'
APPLY THE FOLLOWING:
2000 LBS. OF 10-10-10 FERTILIZER (1000 LBS./ACRE)
4 TONS OF DOLOMITIC LIME (2 TONS/ACRE)
200 BALES OF SMALL GRAIN STRAW (100 BALES/ACRE)
ALL SURFACE DRAINS SHOULD BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO SEEDING. SHAPi:�
ALL DISTURBED AREA IMMEDIATELY AFTER EARTH MOVING IS COMPLETED'
APPLY LIME AND FERTILIZER THEN DISK TO PREPARE A 3 TO 4 INCH
SMOOTH SEEDBED. APPLY SEED AND FIRM SEEDBED WITH A CULTIPACKER
OR SIMILAR EQUIPMENT. APPLY MULCH AND SECURE WITH A MULCH
ANCHORING TOOL OR NETTING'
1. PENSACOLA BAHIAGRASS IS SLOWER TO ESTA8L[SH THAN COMNON
BERMUDA GRASS. WHEN USING BAHIA, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT 8
LBS'/ACRE OF COMMON BERMUDA BE INCLUDED TO PROVIDE COVER
UNTIL BAHIAGRASS IS ESTABLISHED,
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority. It is especially
important to manage levels so that you do not have problems during extended rainy and
wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the
receiving crop is dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagrass) or when there are
extended rainy spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means
that at the first signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation according to
a farm waste management plan should be done whenever the land is dry enough to
receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for future wet
periods. In the late summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the low
marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made to
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and waste
utilization plan will allow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
irrigate does not leave room for storing excess water during extended wet periods.
Overflow from the lagoon for any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a viol4tion of
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following:
Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam.
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous stand. The amount of fertilizer applied should be
based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain
a soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas
should be fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or
equivalent.
Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating
the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes ---look for:
1. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes
Lagoon surface ---look for:
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
Embankment ---look for:
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability ---slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon dam.
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps ---check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your pumping
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not the time
to think about switching, repairing , or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is full,
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface
drainage waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets,
and parking lot runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste
treatment or storage structures. The only water that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height
Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an inflow problem from a surface water diversion or there may be seepage into the
lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
1. Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before
waste loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial
filling or another means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of
the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize
bacterial establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon
liquid volume. This seeding should occour at least two weeks prior to the
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7 A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained
and recharged each day, also work well.
Management:
•
Practice water conservation ---minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 2-1).
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so that temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide maximum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon.
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment.
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:
proper lagoon sizing,
mechanical solids separation of flushed waste,
gravity settling of flushed waste solids in an appropriately designed basin, or
minimizing feed wastage and spillage.
Lagoon sludge that is removed annually rather than stored long term will:
▪ have more nutrients,
• have more odor, and
• require more land to properly use the nutrients.
Removal techniques:
• Hire a custom applicator.
Mix the sludge and lagoon liquid with a chopper -agitator impeller
pump through large -bore sprinkler irrigation system onto nearby cropland;
and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; mix remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge applicator; haul
and spread onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; dredge sludge from lagoon with dragline or sludge barge; berm
an area beside lagoon to receive the sludge so that liquids can drain back
into lagoon; allow sludge to dewater; haul and spread with manure spreader
onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Regardless of the method, you must have the sludge material analyzed for waste -
constituents just as you would your lagoon water. The sludge will contain different
nutrient and metal values from the liquid. The application of the sludge to fields will be
limited by these nutrients as well as any previous waste applications to that field and crop
requirement. Waste application rates will be discussed in detail in Chapter 3.
When removing sludge, you must also pay attention to the liner to prevent damage. Close
attention by the pumper or drag -line operator will ensure that the lagoon liner remains
intact. If you see soil material or the synthetic liner material being disturbed, you should
stop the activity immediately and not resume until you are sure that the sludge can be
removed without liner injury. If the liner is damaged it must be repaired as soon as
possible.
Sludge removed from the lagoon has a much higher phosphorus and heavy metal content
than liquid. Because of this it should probably be applied to land with low phosphorus
and metal levels, as indicated by a soil test, and incorporated to reduce the chance of
erosion. Note that if the sludge is applied to fields with very high soil -test phosphores, it
should be applied only at rates equal to the crop removal of phosphorus. As with other
wastes, always have your lagoon sludge analyzed for its nutrient value.
The application of sludge will increase the amount of odor at the waste application site.
Extra precaution should be used to observe the wind direction and other conditions which
could increase the concern of neighbors.
Possible Causes of Lagoon Failure
Lagoon failures result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure. Types
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure ---an example is the placement of a pipe
in the dam without proper design and construction. (Consult an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels ---high levels are a safety risk.
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam.
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon.
Liner integrity ---protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly cause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure.
System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation conditions
with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates change over time as
equipment gets older and components wear. In particular, pump wear tends to reduce
operating pressure and flow. With continued use, nozzle wear results in an increase in
the nozzle opening which will increase the discharge rate while decreasing the wetted
diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the design will
alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the application
uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure results in smaller
droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the sprinkler nozzle. Clogging
of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged intakes or crystallization of mainlines
will reduce operating pressure. Operating below design pressure greatly reduces the
coverage diameter and application uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your'equipment on a regular basis to ensure
proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every three years is
recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at several locations in
the application area. Any number of containers can be used to collect flow and determine
the application rate. Rain gauges work best because they already have a graduated scale
from which to read the application amount without having to perform additional
calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets, jars, or anything with a uniform opening
and cross-section can be used provided the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a
scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly throughout the
application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling guns, sprinklers should
be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction of pull. Set out collection
containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both sides of the gun cart. You should
compute the average application rate for all nonuniformity of the application. On a
windless day, variation between containers of more than 30 percent is cause for concern.
You should contact your irrigation dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
*Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual
INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
(Liquid Systems)
Flush Gutters Accumulation of solids
(,)„..=tGssh system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated
soilds from gutters as designed.
( emove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids
(,)Aaintain 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.
Excessive Vegetative Decaying vegetation
Growth
( )--r�`aintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
(Dry Systems)
Feeders Feed Spillage ( ) Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the accumulation
of decaying wastage.
() Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
interval during summer; 15-30 day interval during winter).
Feed Storage
Accumulations of feed residues
() Reduce moisture accumulation within and around
immediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
insuring drainage away from site and/or providing
adequate containment (e.g., covered bin for
brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
products).
( ) Inspect for and remove or breakup accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage -as needed.
Animal Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes
and feed wastage
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() Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and other locations where waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animals is minimal.
() Maintain fence rows and filter strips around animal
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes
(i.e. inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids as needed).
Dry Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes ( ) Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
Systems interval during summer; 15-30 days interval during
winter) where manure is loaded for land application
or disposal.
() Provide for adequate drainage around manure stockpiles.
() Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated wastes
in filter stripes around stockpiles and manure handling
areas as needed.
The issues checked (h pertain to this operation. The landowner/integrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
insect control measures as practical.
1 certify the aforementioned insect control Best Management Practices have been reviewed with me.
(A.‘
(Lantr�r S�ji nature)
C-hart j } r �.k # -1
(Farm Name)
(Facility Number)'
For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
27695-7613.
AMIC--November 11, 1996
SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST
Source
Cause
BMP's to Minimize Odor
Site Specific Practices
Farmstead
Swine production
Animal body surfaces
Dirty manure -covered animals
Floor surfaces
(NLirigetative or wooded buffers;
( ).-Ra ommended best management
practices;
(-)-G'ood judgment and common sense
( Lary floors
Wet manure -covered floors
Manure collection pits
Urine
( dotted floors;
(t %Waterers located over slotted floors;
( ) Feeders at high end of solid floors;
() Scrape manure buildup from floors;
().kffiderfloor ventilation for drying
Parital micorbial decomposition
(.).Frequent manure removal by flush,pit
recharge,or scrape
(JLJdnderfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans
Indoor surfaces
Volatile gases;
Dust
Flush tanks
Dust
(man maintenance;
(efficient air movement
Agitation of recycled lagoon
liquid whiles tanks are filling
Flush alleys
Agitation during wastewater
conveyanance
( 4�ashdown between groups of animals
() Feed additives;
( ) Feeder covers;
() Feed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
() Flush tank covers
() Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti -siphon vents
(+}-tnderfloor flush with underfloor
ventilation
&NO
Pit recharge points
Agitation of recycled lagoon
liquid while pits are filling
( ) Extend rechard lines to near bottom of
pits with anti -siphon vents
Crb
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Lift stations
Agitation during sump tank filling
and drawdown
( ) Sump tank covers
Outside drain collection Agitation during wastewater
or junction boxes
conveyance
( ) Box covers
End of drainpipes at lagoon Agitation during wastewater
( ) Extend discharge point of pipes
underneath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces
Volatile gas emissions
Biological mixing
Agitation
( doper lagoon liquid capacity
( )rrect lagoon startup procedures
(1),Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
(+Minimum agitation when pumping
() Mechanical aeration
( ) Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation
Wind draft
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( )-)rrigate on dry days with little or no wind
( )'rrvlinimum recommended operation pressure
(-)'Frump intake near lagoon liquid surface
( ) Pump from second -stage lagoon
Storage tank or basin
surface
Partial microbial decomposition
Mixing while filling
Agitation when emptying
() Bottom or midlevel loading
( ) Tank covers
() Basin surface mats of solids
(1 Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface
Partial micobial decomposition
Mixing while filling
Agitation when emptying
( ) Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
level
() Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions
Uncovered manure, slurry
or sludge on field surfaces
( }-Soil injection of slurry/sludges
(+Wash residual manure from spreader after use
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
Volatile gas emissions while drying
Dead animals
Carcass decomposition
( )-&oil infection of slurry/sludges
( )-5oil incorporation within 48 hours
( }'Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
( )-Proper disposition of carcasses
bead animal disposal
pits
Carcass decomposition
() Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
(1 Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators Incomplete combustion
() Secondary stack burners
Standing water around
facilities
Improper drainage
Microbial decomposition of
organic matter
(,}-tirade and landscape such that water drains
away from facilities
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads ( )-Farm access road maintenance
roads from farm access
Additional Information:
Available From:
Swine Manure Management; 0200 Rule/BMP Packet
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies, EBAE Fact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge --Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Fluse--Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Desig 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 Assuranc Program: NPPC Manual
Options for Managing Odor; a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PRO1O7, 1995 Conference Proceedings
NCSU-County Extension Center
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-Swine Extension
NC Pork Produces Assoc
NCSU Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension
The issues checked ( 4-Pertain to this operation. The landowner/integrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
odor control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned odor control Best Managment Practices have been reviewed with me.
(Lander Signature)
AMOC--November 11, 1996
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ)
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS)
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD)
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS)
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES)
(910)395-3900
(910)296-2160
(910)296-2120
(910)296-2121
(910)296-2143
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking,
overflowing or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters
or leave you 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 ore may not be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwo.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that cause the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators
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 from the embankment to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.
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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 notes, 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 the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours call your DWQ regional office; Phone - -. After
hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should include: your
name, facility number, telephone number, the details of the incident from item 2
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of
the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that have been
under taken, and the seriousness of the sitution.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number.
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Helath Department.
d. Contact CEs, phone number - , local SWCD office phone number - -, and local
NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -.
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff's Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5. Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair or problem to minimize off -
site damage.
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b. Contractors Address: c1-3;, 5-9 /2 ,E.; I I, !v G z.P 4 5-s-
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6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste managment plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
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