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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.
I. Farm Number: 31-0683
Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS3 00683
2. Facility Name: S.Grady 6-9
3. Landowner's Name(same as on the Waste Management Plan
Grad Farms LLC
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 1434 Beautancus Rd
City: Mount Olive State: NC
Telephone Number: 919-7 8-6500 Ext. ZtP� 28365
Doctor Geed R Rd
E-mail: stevm%dy s rrhotmail.com
5- Facility's Physical Address: ��1'i4d
City: Kenansville State: NC
6. County where Facility is located: Du lin Zip: 28349
7. Farm Manager's Name(if different from Landowner):
8. Farm Manager's telephone number(include area code):
9. Integrator's Name(if there is not an Integrator,write"None"
Murphy-Brown LLC
10. Operator Name(OIC): Steve C.Gra
Phone No.: 919-6s� -;,'e- OIC#: 18050
11. Lessee's Name(if there is not a Lessee,write"None"): '7 J f—(pSZ©
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type
Allowable Count
Swine-Feeder to Finish 15,912
Operatt-fin Types'
Swine cattle
Wean to Finish Dairy Calf Pry Poultry Other Types
Wean to Feeder Dairy Heifer Non Laying Chickens Horses-Horses
Farrow to Finish Milk Cow Laying Chickens Horses-Other
Feeder to Finish Dry Caw Pullets Sheep-Sheep
Turkeys Farrow to Wean Beef Stocker Calf Sheep-Other
Beef Feeder
Farrow to Feeder Turkey Pullet
Boar/Stud Beef Broad Cow
Gilts Wet POul
Other Non Laying Ying Pullet
Layers
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13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete_ Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Estimated Liner Type Estimated Design Freeboard
Structure Date (Clay,Synthetic, Capacity Surface Area
Name guilt Unknown) ( p y "Redline"
Cubic Feet) (Square Feet) (Inches)
2 3
6� /ov 19.50
7 7 19.50
19.50
I+O 19.50
7S_ (100
Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.1OC(d)to the address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan(WUP),si ned by the owner and a certified technical s ecialist,containing:a. The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields(e.g.irrigation,injection,etc.)
b. A map of every field used for land application(for example:irrigation map)
c. The soil series present on every land application field
d. The crops grown on every land application field
e. The Realistic Yield Expectation(RYE)for every crop shown in the WUP
f. The maximum PAN to be applied to every land application field
g. The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP
h. The required NRCS Standard specifications
2. A site map/schematic
3. Emergency Action Plan
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted-Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g.composting,digesters,waste transfers,etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: [e-mail]

I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included,this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application may be subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. (18 U.S.C.
Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both for
a similar offense.)
Printed Name of Signing Official (Landowner, or if multiple Landowners all landowners should sign. If Landowner is a
corporation,signature should be by a principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name: d s G 'j 57 le: ��°J��
Signature: 3 B�
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

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PRODUCER: Bell Enterprises 5,6,7,8-31-683
LOCATION: P.O. Box 145 Kenansville, NC 28349
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TYPE OPERATION: Feeder-Finish
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 15,912
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent Pollution
Of surface 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
p tion
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 implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmental/ safe
manner. 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. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall nlot be applied to land
With special precautions, waste may be
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year.
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
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. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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Amount of Waste Produced P iallons ft tons etc.
15,912 animals X 1_9 (tons)waste/animal/ ear
Y 30,233 (tons)waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
15,912 animals X 1.45 lbs. PAN/animal/year= 23 000 T���AN/year. (PAN from N.C.
Guide Std,633)
**Based on 3 years actual PAN records.
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
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application;
Table 9: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre
Utilized Application
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Total 0.00
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic field ex ectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in Y996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen,
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm. Bell Enter-rises 5,6,7&8
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures 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 Division of Environment Management(DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event Tess
severe than the 25-year,24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on-site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation district and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Bell Enterprises
(please print)
Signature:
Date: 11 V_�;23 -/�e
Name of Manager(If different from owr
Signature: Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Toni W. Kin
Affiliation: Murphy - Brown, LLC
Address(Agency): P.O. Box 866
Warsan NC 28398
Signature: Date:
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Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land[see
Required Specification 2])
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. T pe Per Acre* Utilized Application
Total _
See footnote for Table 1.
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1 0.00 _
Table 2 87.53 23,635
Total 87.53 23,635
Amount of N Produced 23,000
Surplus or Deficit 635)
NOTE. The Waste Utilizatlon 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 nutrient or other elements.
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Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type
No. Crop Application Application
1-8 AuB Bermuda Rate In/Hr Amount In.)
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THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY,
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of once every waste being stored in your structure exceed Ele 6 MONTHS. In no instance should the volume of
vation "see lacoon desicn.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service(formerly Soil Conservation Service)or Soil
and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for assistance in
determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to applying the
waste.
Narrative of Operation:
Acres shown are wetted acres with a combination of a hardhose traveller and hone wa on.
Plan based on actual purl records as resented by rower for 7998 2000 plus 25%
If rower anticipates the need for more PAN in a iven
addition ear,land ma be cut for ha and PAN
allowed added to the to et.
Rates shown are from the state standard database and the Soils Interpretations records.
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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_
My 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 the 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 Kim/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:tianagement, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
n0 ients.
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
prt,ne to flooding_ (See"Weather and Climate in North Carolina"for guidance.)
7 Licuid 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
frcm the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies.
a AMmal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
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.
i 1 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).
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
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 drlft 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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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
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,eta,
are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed
an:i 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 Anvmal 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 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
menaged 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
eW.ment. Zinc and copper levels in the sod shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shaA 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:fire years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
Ye-km- Waste ap plication 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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Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre* Utilized Application
6 Triple"H" 1 BnB Bermuda G 190 12.51 2,376.90 March-Sept
G Triple"H" 2 McC Bermuda G 225 3.27 735.75 March-Sept
Triple"H" 3 BnB/AuB Bermuda(G) 213 13.79 2,937.27 March-Sept
Triple"H" 4 AuB Bermuda G} 235 12.79 3,005.65 March-Sept
Tri le"H" 5 AuB Bermuda G _ 235 5.33 1,252.55 March-Sept
4 Triple"H" 6 AuB Bermuda G 235 1.77 415.95 March-Sept
w Triple"H" 7 FoA Bermuda (G 225 7.67 1,725.75 March-Sept
Triple"H" 8 AuB Bermuda G 235 6.08 1,428.80 March-Sept
Triple"H" 9 AuB Bermuda G 235 6.27 1,473.45 March-Sept
Triple"H" 10 BnB Bermuda G 190 7.46 1_417.40 March-Sept
Tri le"H" 11 LsB Bermuda G 235 10.69 2,488.65 March-Sept
all Small Grain 50 87.63 4,376.60 Sept-April
TOTAL 87.53 23,634.62
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NUTRIENT UTILIZATION PLAN AMENDMENT
Grower(s): Steve Grady
Farm Name: S Grady 3,4&5 Facility 31-165
Count 6iFarrow
Duplin
Farm arrow to Wean
arrow to Feeder
to Finish
Wean to Feeder
Feeder to Finish 11,016
Storage Structure: Anaerobic Lagoon
Storage Period: >180 days
Application Method: Irrigation
Grower may use an Aerway machince to irrigate on acres in NUP.
Owner/Manag Date
V." 0�-ate
Technical Specialist Date

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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
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 the 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 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 or flies.
8 Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
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
dormancy.
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
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 appli
component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any re ed from a lagoon that is a
sidential 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).
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
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 courses 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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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
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 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
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 years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five(5)years.
23 Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
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Animal Waste Management Plan Certification
(Please type or print all information that does not require a signature)
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General Information:
Name of Farm: Bell Enterprises 5,6,7&8-Patrick Bell Facility No: _$1-683
Owner(s)Name: Bell Enterprise _ Phone No: 296-1276
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 145 Kenansville, NC 28349 �-
Farm Location. County Farm is located in: Duplin
Latitude and Longitude: 35 00'35"/77 56'46" Integrator: Murphy Brown,LLC
Please attach a copy of a county road map with location identified and described below(Be specific: road
names,directions, milepost, etc.): From Kenansville follow NC 11 /903. About 2.6 miles from Kenansville turn left on
SR 1004. Follow SR1004 for 2.0 miles to farm entrance on left.
Operation Description:
Type of Swine No.of Animals Type of Poultry No.of Animals Type of Cattle No.of Animals
d Wean to Feeder [Q Layer ED Dairy
0 Feeder to Finish 15912 0 Pullets [] Beef
0 Wean to Finish
© Farrow to Wean
d Farrow to Feeder
Farrow to Finish
Gilts
Boars
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g _ 1��`..! •,�tG�C�JtlorlQ�;peSf�p7j�+�paCi'l}!,t Ft lvr..
-acreage Available for Application: 87.53 Required Acreage: 87.53
Number of Lagoons f Storage Ponds: 6 Total Capacity: 3,343,750 Cubic Feet(ft3)
Are subsurface drains present on the farm: Yes or No (please circle one)
If YES: are subsurface drains present in the area of the LAGOON or SPRAY FIELD (please circle one)
tR.lf«,k*«.'/r•Mrft*,rkn.,ktM.,F1PtWr1'«'M«,4M',M,!•A4`E.lF7rM`.•..«.,MNnF°,.fnFM7rl•Yriyr«W.•«.««:Inx.,nMr.*#`7Fitk*,n...t.lt*rl,r**RtkYr,r'4+ra'M*rM,1"k,FYnk«*«*rt«•,rf*.,klHrfiMW[tYMrl.',M«FN'A`1ffYWri'
Owner!Manager Agreement
I (we) verify that all the above information is correct and will be updated upon changing. I (we) understand the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste management plan for the farm named above and will implement
these procedures. 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 Division of Environmental Management before the
new animals are stocked. 1 (we)understand that there must be no discharge of animal waste from the storage or application system
to surface waters of the state either directly through a man-made conveyance or from a storm event less severe than the 25-year,
24-hour storm and there must not be run-off from the application of animal waste. I(we)understand that run-off of pollutants from
lounging and heavy use areas must be minimized using technical standards developed by the Natural Resources Conservation
Service. The approved plan will be filed at the farm and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District. I (we)know
that any modification must be approved by a technical specialist and submitted to the Soil and Water Conservation District prior to
implementation. A change in land ownership requires written notification to OEM or a new certification (i the approved plan is
changed)within 60 days of a title transfer.
Name of 4.w Bell Ent r e
Signature Date:Name of Afferent om owner):
Signature: Date
AWC-- August1, 1997 1

Technical Specialist Certification
1. As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission
Pursuant to 15A NCAC 6F.0005. 1 certify that the animal waste management system for this farm named
above has an animal waste management plan that meets or exceeds standards and specifications of the
Division of Environmental Management (DEM) as specified in 15A NCAC 2H.201 and the USDA-Natural
Resources Conservation Service (MRCS) and/or the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation
Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 and 15A NCAC 6F .0001.0005. The following elements are
included in the plan as applicable. While each category designates a technical specialist who may sign
each certification (SD,SI, WUP, RC, 1), the technical specialist should only certify parts for which they are
technically competent
H. Certification of Design
A) Collection. Storage. Tr tment System
Check ftip4pprqpifate box
L--r facili; without retrofi (SD or WUP)
Storage volume is adequate for operation capacity: storage capability consistent with waste
utilization requirements.
C] New expanded or retrofitted kill (SD)
Animal waste storage and treatment structures, such as but not limited to Collection systems,
lagoons and ponds, have been designed to meet or exceed the minimum standards and
specifications.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print
Affiliation Mu h Famil Farms ) ��`''°�Westerbeek
Date Work Completed:
Addfa25���
1284 Phone No.; 910)289-2111
Sig Date:
-[.�-05-
B}
The plan provides for minimum separations(buffers);adequate amount of land for waste utilization;
chosen crop is suitable for waste management hydraulic and nutrient loading rates.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): Kral
Affiliation Mur h FamilyFarms A.Westerbeek
Address(Agency): Date Work Completed:
( 9 y): P.O. Box 7 , Ros H�nl.Phone No.: 910 289-2111
Signature: Date:
—C�S-
C) Runoff Controls m Exterior Lots
Check theeaappropriate box
L+�f Facifi without exterior lots (SD or WUP or RC)
This facility does not contain any exterior lots.
0 Fa liity with a terior lots (RC)
Methods to minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas have been
designed in accordance with technical standards developed by NRCS.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): Kral A.Westerbeek
Affiliation Mur h Famil Farms Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): P. s ill 2 Phone No.: 910)289-2111
Signature: Date: _ rJ
AWC—August 1, 1997 2

D). A lication nd Handlin E ui ment
Check appropriate box
`-' LL#11 Existin o� r expanding facility with exists waste application equipment(WUP or 1)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been either field calibrated or
evaluated in accordance with existing design charts and tables and is able to apply waste as
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan: (existing application equipment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient
loading rates. A schedule for timing of applications has been established; required buffers can be
maintained and calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the plan).
New expanded or existing tgg&without existing waste application equipment for spray irrigation.
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been designed to apply waste as
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan: (proposed application equipment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient
loading rates;a schedule for timing of applications has been established: required buffers can be
maintained: calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the plan).
[] New, expanded or existing fjq:lit
y without existing waste application equipment ibr land spread
ino
not using spray irrigation (WUP or 1)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been selected to apply waste as
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan: (proposed application equipment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient
loading rates: a schedule for timing of applications has been established; required buffers can be
maintained: calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as a part of the plan).
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): Kraig A.Westerbeek
Affiliation _Murphy Family Farms Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): P.O.Box 759 ose Hill,28458 Phone No.:[phone]
Signature: Date; _OS-
�. E) Odor Control Ins ort is ana ment and Ememency Action PE
81.WUR RC or 11
The waste management plan for this facility includes a Waste Management Odor Control Checklist,
an Insect Control Checklist, a Mortality Management Checklist and an Emergency Action Plan.
Sources of both odors and insects have been evaluated with respect to this site and Best
Management Practices to Minimize Odors and Best Management Practices to Control Insects have
been selected and included in the waste management plan. Both the Mortality Management Plan
and the Emergency Action Plan are complete and can be implemented by this facility.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): Kraig A.Westerbeek
Affiliation MurphX Family Farms Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): P.O. Box 759, Rpse Hill,28458 Phone No.:[phone]
Signature: Date: 5—Ld —OS—
F) Written Notice of New n a —The fbiloMng gnature block is only to be used for new or expanding swine farms that begin
construction a er June 21, 1996. If the facility was built before June 21, 1996, when was it
constructed or last expanded
I (we) certify that I (we) have attempted to contact by certified mail all adjoining property owners
and all property owners who own property located across a public road,street or highway from this
new or expanding swine farm. The notice was in compliance with the requirements of NCGS 106-
805. A copy of the notice and a list of properly owners notified is attached.
Name of land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager(if different from owner):
Signature: _ Date
AWC—August 1, 1997 3

111. Certification of Installation
A)Collgction. Storaae. Treatment Installation
New expanded or retrofitted facility (SI)
Animal waste storage and treatment structures,such as but not limited to lagoons and ponds,have
been installed in accordance with the approved plan to meet or exceed the minimum standards and
specifications.
For existing facilities without refrofrfs,no certrfrcatfon is necessary.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: Date:
B) Land Anclication Site(WUP)
Check the appropriate box
E�Z The cropping system is in place on all land as specified in the animal waste management plan.
Conditional Approval: all required land as specified in the plan is cleared for planting: the
cropping system as specified in the waste utilization plan has not been established and the owner
has committed to establish the vegetation as specified in the plan by (month/day/year);
the proposed cover crop is appropriate for compliance with the waste utilization plan.
0 Also check this box if appropriate
If the cropping system as specified in the plan can not be established on newly cleared
land within 30 days of this certification, the owner has committed to establish an
interim crop for erosion control:
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print): Kraig,A.Westerbeek
Affiliation Murphy Family Farms Date Work Completed;
Address(Agency): P.O. Pox 759 ose KII,284 $Phone No.:(910) 2;39-2111
Signature: Date: w io—
This following signat re block is only to be used when the box for conditional approval in III.
B above has been checked.
I (we) certify that I (we) have committed to establish the cropping system as specified in my (our) waste
utilization plan, and if appropriate to establish the interim crop for erosion control, and will submit to DEM a
verification of completion from a Technical Specialist within 15 calendar days following the date specified in the
conditional certification. I (we) realize that failure to submit this verification is a violation of the waste
management plan and will subject me(us)to an enforcement action from DEM.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager(if different from owner): -
Signature: Date
i0,rf=Jaii4C urt
AWC—August 1, 1997 4 n D a 2,019
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C) Runoff Controls from Exterior Lots (RC)
Faciliy with exterior lots
Methods to minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use area have been installed
as specified in the plan.
For facilities without exterior lots, no certification is necessary.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print):
Affiliation Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): Phone No.: --_-_
Signature: Date:
D) A lication and H dlin E ui ment Installation (VWUP or 1)
Check the appropriate oek
Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan is on site and
ready for use; calibration and adjustment materials have been provided to the owners
and are contained as part of the plan.
L� Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan has not been
installed but the owner has produced leasing or third party application and has
provided a signed contract: equipment specified in the contract agrees with the
requirements Of the plan: required buffers can be maintained: calibration and
adjustment guidance have been provided to the owners and are continued as part of
the plan.
0 Conditional approval: Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in
the plan has been purchased and will be on site and installed by
(month/day/year); there is adequate storage to hold the waste until the equipment is
installed and until the waste can be land applied in accordance with the cropping
system contained in the plan; and calibration and adjustment guidance have been
provided to the owners and are contained as part of the plan.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): Krai2 A.Westerbeek
Affillation Murphy Family Farms Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): POO. 13gx 759 se ill 284 Phone No.:(910)289-2 I 1
Signature: Date: —d
The following signa is only used when the box for conditional approval in Ill ID
above has been ch ed.
I (we)certify that I (we) have committed to purchase the animal waste application and handling equipment as
specified in my (our)waste management plan and will submit to DEM a verification of delivery and installation
from a Technical Specialist within 15 days following the date specified in the conditional certification. I (we)
realize that failure to submit this verification is a violation of the waste management plan and will subject me
(us)to an enforcement action from DEM.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager(if different from owner):
Signature: Date
E)Odor-Control, n ect Control„and Mortality Management(SD. Sl. WUP. RC or 1)
Methods to control odors and insects as specified in the Plan have been installed and are operational. The
mortality management system in the Plan has also been installed and is operational.
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): Kral A.Westerbeek
Affiliation Murphy Family Farms Date Work Completed:
Address(Agency): P. B 9 Ro a Hill 58 Phone No.:[phone]
Signature: Date:
AWC--August 1, 1997 5

Please return the completed form to the Division of Water Quality at the following Address:
Department of Environment,Health,and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section,Compliance Group
P.O.Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Please remember to submit a copy of this form along with the complete Animal Waste
Management Plan to the local Soil and Water Conservation District Office and to keep a
copy in your files with your Animal Waste Management Plan.
AWC--August 1, 1997 6

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SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST _
Source Cause SMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices `
Farmstead Swine production Kve tative or wooded buffers;
( ecommended best management
pr ces; '
( 'Good judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces Dirty manure-covered animals 44�ry floors
Floor surfaces wet manure-covered floors {)Slotted floors;
()V*erers located over slotted floors;
4TF:trS at high end of solid floors;
manure buildup from floors;
()Underfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection pits Urine request manure removal by flush,pit
reoharge,or scrape
Parital micorbial decomposition (} Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans Volatile gases; an aintenance;
Dust cient air movement
Indoor surfaces Dust (. ti'ashdown between groups of animals
() Feed additives;
() Feeder covers;
() Feed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
Flush tanks Agitation of recycled lagoon () Flush tank covers
liquid whiles tanks are filling ()Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti-siphon vents
Flush alleys Agitation during wastewater (}Underfloor flush with underfloor
conveyanance ventilation
Pit recharge points Agitation of recycled lagoon (}Extend rechard lines to near bottom of
liquid while pits are filling pits with anti-siphon vents
Lift stations Agitation during sump tank filling {)Sump tank covers
and drawdown
Cutside drain collection Agitation during wastewater () Box covers
or junction boxes conveyance
End of drainpipes at lagoon Agitation during wastewater () Extend discharge point of pipes
and eath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces Volatile gas emissions r er lagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing ( oo rect lagoon startup procedures
Agitation (yMi9kl.m surface area-to-volume ratio
( mimum agitation when pumping
()Mechanical aeration
{}Pr van biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation lr' ate on dry days with little or no wind
Wind draft ( um recommended operation pressure
( mp intake near lagoon liquid surface
(}Pump from second-stage lagoon
AMOC--November 11, 1996

Storage tank or basin Partial microbial decomposition ()Bottom or midlevel loading
surface Mixing while filling ()Tank covers
Agitation when emptying {)Basin surface mats of solids
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface Partial m)oobial decomposition () Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
Mixing while filling level
Agitation when emptying () Remove settled solids regularly
Manure,slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading ( S/ojyinjeatiort of slurry/sludges
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions ash residual manure from spreader after use
�__ ()Pro biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure,slurry Volatile gas emissions while drying {u f oil i action of slurry/sludges
or sludge on field surfaces
oil' orporation within 48 hours
( =read in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
() Prove biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals Carcass decomposition
roper disposition of carcasses -'—
Dead animal disposal Carcass decomposition
()Complete covering of.caroasses in burial pits
pits ()Proper location/construction of disposal pits
inoinerators Incomplete combustion
()Secondary stack burners - --
Standing water around Improper drainage
facilities ( rade Tod such that water drains
Microbial decomposition of away from facilities
organic matter
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads
( arm access road maintenance roads from farm access
Additional Information:
Swine Manure Management;0200 Rule/SMP Packet Available From:
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies,EBAE Fact Sheet NCSU-County Extension Center
Swine Production Facility Manure Management:Pit Recharge—lagoon Treatment;EEBAE 128-88 NCSU-BAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Ruse--Lagoon Treatment;EBAE 129.88 NCSU-BAE
Lagoon Desig and Management'for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage;EBAE 103-83 NCSU-BAE
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment;EEBAE Fact Sheet NCSU-f3AE
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings;PIH-33 NCSU-BAE
Env!ronmentaf Assuranc Program:NPPC Manual NCSU-Swine Extension
Options for Managing Odor;a report from the Swine Odor Task Force NO Pork Produces Assoc
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies;PRO 107, 1995 Conference Proceedings NCSU Agri Florida Cooperative Communications
icatio ion
.,.
The issues checked (vl 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 viewed with me,
( ndowger Si natur ?
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AMOC—November 11, 199e

INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
(Liquid Systems)
Flush Gutters Accumulation of solids Flush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated
soff rom gutters as designed.
emove bridging of accumulated solids at
dischar;;2
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids (�'a(ntain 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%c rface.
i:xcessiva Vegetative Decaying vegetation (} aintain vegetative control along banks of
Growth 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 break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed.
Animal Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes () Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and feed wastage 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).
AMIC--November 11, 1996

Dry Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes ()Remove spillage on a routine basis(e.g.7-i0 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 { } pertain to this operation. The landownerfintegrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
insect control measures as practical.
i certify the aforementioned insect control Best Management Practices have been reviewed with me.
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For morn Information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University, Raleigh,No
27695-7613.
AM)C--November 11, 1996

0- 693
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ) [phone]
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS) [phone]
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) [phone]
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) [phone]
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) [phone]
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.
S. 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-si-tution.
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.
v a. Contractors Name: J
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (MRCS, 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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Version—November 26,2018
Mortality Management Methods 2 t' 6, 9,3
When
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
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
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 beat least one foot
high water table.Attach burial location map and plan, above the seasonal
Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NC
AC.0200. AC
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-16 8.7.
Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
surner A composting system approved and permitted by the NC Department of Agriculture&Con-
additional relquiremtentsces erinary must ibeimet and a permiitt is req iermitredffrom NC Dcompost
is distributed off-farm,
EQ.
(� In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved b th
I� NC Department of Agriculture&Consumer Services(G.S. 106-549.70). y e
aAny method which, in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian, would make Possible
the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recommended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm-specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sma
up-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
cool�;�m . 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 ecifie
1Q Veterinarian. p d by the State
e� Burial must be done in accordance with NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Division regulations and guidance.
� esd� a� s 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,
additional temporary procedures or measures for dispoal a co the ardi getorG.SinarIa106ma
399 4 enact
Signa u e of Farm Own r/Manager
Date
Signa_t`u.•r`e`of Technical Specialist
Date

b �/- � f
Operator:Donald Hardison County: Duplin Date: 11/17/92
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner) : 2000 feet
I. STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT
0 Sows (farrow to finish) X 1417 lbs. = 0
0 Sows (farrow to feeder) X 522 lbs. = 0
3672 Head (finishing only) X 135 lbs. = 495720
0 Sows (farrow to wean) X 433 lbs. — 0
0 Head (wean to feeder) X 30 lbs. = 0
TOTAL STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT (SSLW) = 495720
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 495720 lbs. SSLW X Treatment Volume CF/lb. SSLW
Treatment Volume CF/lb. SSLW= 1. 0 CF/lb. SSLW
Volume = 495720 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
No7'
Volume = 0 cubic feet
&r�up6r y-0 a£ Ainwe� �91 N��nfd
4. TOTAL DESIGN VOLUME
Inside top: length 310 feet ; width 310 feet
Top of dike at elevation 52 . 00 feet
Freeboard 2 .0 feet Side slopes 2.5:1(inside)
Total design lagoon liquid level at elevation 50.00 feet
Bottom of lagoon at elevation 40. 00 feet
Seasonal high water table elevation 45.50 feet
Total design volume using prismoidal formula:
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/END2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
2 .5 2 .5 2 .5 2 .5 300. 0 300.0 10.00
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH X WIDTH
300 300 90000 (Area of Top)
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH X WIDTH =
250 2.50 62500 (Area of Bottom)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH X WIDTH X 4
275 275 302500 (Area of Midsection X 4)
CU. FT. = [Area top+(4XArea Midsection) +Area Bottom] X Depth/6
90000 302500 62500 2
VOL. OF LAGOON AT TOTAL DESIGN LIQUID LEVEL = 758333 CU. FT.

5. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
Drainage Area:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length X Width =
310 310 96100 Square Feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
Length X Width =
0 0 0 Square Feet
TOTAL DA 96100 Square Feet
Design temporary storage to be 180 days.
A. Volume of waste produced
Approximate daily production of manure in CF/LB SSLW 0.00136
Volume = 495720 Lbs. SSLW X CF of waste/lb/day X 180
Volume = 121352 Cubic feet
B. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or
Volume of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems
that recirculate the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0 Gallons/day X 180 days storage/7.48
Volume = 0 Cubic feet gallons per CF
C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by
largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall = 7. 0 inches
Volume = 7.0 Inches X DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 56058.333 Cubic feet
D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.5 inches / 12 inches per foot X DA
Volume = 60063 Cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 121352 Cubic feet
5B. 0 Cubic feet
5C. 56058 Cubic feet
5D. 60063 Cubic feet
TOTAL 237473 Cubic feet

6. SUMMARY
Total required volume = 733193 Cubic feet
Total design volume avail.= 758333 Cubic feet
Min. reqrd. trtmnt. vol. plus sludge accum.= 495720 Cu. Ft.
At elev. 47.00 Ft; Vol= 501608 Cubic feet (end pumping)
Total design volume less 25yr-24hr storm = 698271 Cu. Ft.
At elev. 49.30 Ft; Vol= 696065 Cubic feet (start pumping)
Seasonal high water table elevation is 4-5.50 Feet, which must
be lower than the elevation of top of treatment volume 47.00
DESIGNED BY: APPROVED BY:
DATE: 7 L DATE: 2-9-,.P
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
ADDITIONAL NOTES:

:Donald Hardison County: Duplin Date. 08/01/95
to nearest residence (other than owner) : 2000.0 feet
IGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
sows (farrow to finish) x 1417 lbs. 0 lbs
sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs. - 0 lbs
head (finishing only) x 135 lbs. - 165240 lbs
sows '(farrow to wean) x 433 lbs. 0 lbs
head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs. - 0 lbs
:scribe other -
0
Total Average Live Weight = 165240 lbs
[UM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 165240 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume (CF) /lb. ALW
Treatment Volume (CF) /lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 165240 cubic feet
.GF VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0. 0 cubic feet
DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length (feet)-------------------- 335 .0
Inside top width (feet) ---------------------- 120. 5-3:
Top of dike elevation ( feet) ----------------- 46 . 4
Bottom of lagoon elevation ( feet) ------------ 34 . 4
Freeboard ( feet)-----------------------------
1 . 0
Side slopes (inside lagoon) ------------------ 3 .0 , 1
total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 3.0 3. 0 329.0 114 . 5 11. 0
kREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
329.0 114. 5 37656 (AREA OF TOP)
IREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
263.0 48. 5 12744 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
►RED OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
296.0 81. 5 96445 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4 )
U. FT. _ (AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
37656. 4 96445. 1 12744. 2 1. 8

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3 . TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike )
Length * Width =
335. 0 124.0*�C,41525.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet Describe this area.
TOTAL DA 41525 . 0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
iA. Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal. /day per 135 lb. ALW 1. 37
Volume = 165240 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1 . 37 gal/day 180 days
Volume = 301838 gals. or 40352 . 7 cubic feet
iB. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0. 0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7 . 48 gallons
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet per CF
;C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall = 7 . 0 inches
Volume = 7. 0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 24222 . 9 cubic feet

5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7 . 5 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 25953. 1 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 40353 cubic feet
5B. 0 cubic feet
5C. 24223 cubic feet
5D. 25953 cubic feet
TOTAL 90529 cubic feet
6 . SUMMARY
Temporary storage period====================> 180 days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation=======___=> 7 . 0 inches
25 year - 24 hour rainfall==================> 7. 5 inches
Freeboard===================================> 1 . 0 feet
Side slopes_________________________________> 3. 0 . 1
Inside top length===========================> 335 . 0 feet
Inside top width============================> 120. 5 feet
Top of dike elevation=======================> 46 . 4 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation=======---========> 34. 4 feet
Total required volume=======================> 255769 cu. ft.
Actual design volume=====================-==> 269217 cu. ft.
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===> 41. 6 feet
Stop pumping elev. ===_______________________> 42,. 6 feet
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev. ==========> 41. 6 feet
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el. => 40. 4 feet
Required minimum treatment volume===========> 165240 cu. ft.
Volume at stop. pumping elevation============> 173946 cu. . ft.
Start pumping elev. _________________________> 44. 6 feet
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr. - 24 hr. rainfall==> 243264 cu. ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation========___> 239937 cu'
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Required volume to be pumped================> 64576 H�% f q ••'
Actual volume planned to be pumped==========> 6599 u�•• .,; � `�,
Min. thickness of soil liner when required==> 1 =
7 . DESIGNED BY: J.0 �� APPROVED BY �l :2 r@
DATE: OY',-ot�- .� DATE:
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ApPROXIMA ['� �0�-
TE� AN�UA� � �*
jONS Q WASTE STORED: 7228
~n�FbRE ANY EFFLUE'xT lS APPLIED TO THE LAND 1T bHOULD BE ANALYZED
ro"`- CyTERMIN4 TvJE EXACT MjTRTENT CONTENT. THE NCDA LABORATORY
YN RL.EIGH PERFORMS WASTa ANALYSES, YOU SHOULD CONTACT
AG,0NOM7C SERVICES DIVISION
*CDA, 9LLE RIDGE ROAD CENTER
R/\LEICH N.C. 27611
PFENE: 91Y-T33-26h5
WHEN APPL«lNG THE EFFLUENT TO CROP-aND 11' SXOULD BE D [S:( AND A
CaYER CRUP AEEDED OR A ROW CROP PLAN7AD T; PREVENT ERCSIOH.
DE, UbED F0R IR3IGATION PURPUSES
DURI�G THE GRO�IN6 SE�SON.
LAND R&QuiREMEN85 FOR WASTE APPLICATION
3672 capacitv Feeder to Firish operation :
v ,xd Am ! ! Land Required
& 0 55. 1 ac , of crop | an, niantcd to corn
0.0 26.4 uc . of coasma ! bermueagraso—'8raz0d
I2.0 21 ,3 ac , of coastal bermuuu---.--xrass--hay
0.0 44. 1 ac , of fescue --Sraze!:::
103.3 perce;t oF ! aod requireo is avai \ abie
0 sow Parr:w to Feeder oDerztien:
Land Avail . nand Required;
0 0.0 ac . of cron � an� P � ant*d to corn
0 0.0 of cwasta \ bermudaSr�ss--�'azpd
Co 0,0 ac . of cozsta / bermudaerass--hzv
0 0.0 a� . of "escue-- 8razed
L�RCR oarLeot of ! a:d reouired is ava / | abie
Land
8 0.0 ac , of cro? ! an� o ' a�te� t, corn
0 0., ac , of coasta | hc'nudaqrass--3razed
� 0.0 ac , of coastal bermudag''ass--hay
� 0.0 ac , of fescue--8razed
El�R�R �prLenL of land required is avz | \ ab { e
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John �2. Lenfestey, P.E. Castle Hayne'�,North Carolina
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Operator: Donald Hardiso Count is dplin Date: 06/25/95
distance to nearest residence (other than owner): 0.0 feet
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0 sows (farrow to finish) X 1417.0 lbs. = 0 lbs.
0 sows (farrow to feeder) X 522.0 lbs. = 0 lbs.
1,224 head (finishing only) X 135.0 lbs. = 165,240 lbs.
0 sows (farrow to wean) X 433.0 lbs. = 0 lbs.
0 head (wean to feeder) X 30.0 lbs. = 0 lbs.
0 head (other than swine) X 20.0 lbs. = 0 lbs.
Describe other :
Total Average Live Weight= 165,240 lbs.
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 165,240 lbs.ALW x Treatment Volume(CF) /lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/Ib.ALW= 1.00 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 165,240 Cubic Feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 Cibic Feet(As Per Owners Request)
4. TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside Top Length: ____> 310.00 Feet
Inside Top Width: ____> 140.00 Feet
Top of Dike Elevation: ____> 46.90 Feet
Bottom of Lagoon Elevation: ____> 34.90 Feet
Freeboard Height: ____> 2.00 Feet
Side Slopes (Inside Lagoon): ____> 3.00 : 1
Total design volume using prismoidai formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE SS/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 298.00 128.00 10.00
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH *WIDTH =
298.00 128.00 = 38,144 Sq. Ft. (Area of Top)
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH *WIDTH =
238.00 68.00 = 16,184 Sq. Ft. (Area of Bottom)

John R. Lenfestey, P.E. Castle Hayne, North Carolina
Operator: Donald Hardison County: Duplin Date: 06/25/95
�- AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH *WIDTH * 4
268.00 98.00 = 105,056 Sq. Ft. (Area of Midsection *4)
Cu. Ft. = [Area Top+ (4*Area Midsection) +Area Bottom] * Depth/6
Cu. Ft. = ( 38,144 + 105,056 + 16,184 ) 1.67
Total Designed Volume Available— 2W,040 Cu. Fr.
5. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length Width =
310.00 140.00 = _ 43,400 Sq. Ft.
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 Sg. Ft. Describe this area:
Total Drainage Area = 43,400 Sq. Ft.
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
5A. Volume of waste produced
Feces &urine production in gal. /day per 135 lb.ALW = 1.37
Volume= 165,240 lbs.ALW/ 135 lbs.ALW * 1.37 gal/day* 180 days
Volume= 301,838 Gals. or 40,353 Cu. Ft.
5B. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
--- Volume = 0.0 Gallons/day 180 days storage/ 7.48 gal per CF
Volume= 0.0 Cubic Feet

John.R. Lenfestey, P.E. Castle Hayne, North Carolina
Operator: Donald Hardison County: Duplin Date: 06/25/95
5C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall = 7.00 Inches
Volume= 7.00 In. * DA/ 12 Inches per Foot
Volume= 25,317 Cubic Feet
5D. Volume of 25 year-24 hour storm
Volume= 7.60 In. * DA/ 12 Inches per Foot
Volume = 27,125 Cubic Feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 40,353 Cubic Feet
5B. 0 Cubic Feet
5C. 25,317 Cubic Feet
5D. 27,125 Cubic Feet
TOTAL 92,794 Cubic Feet

John rR. Lenfestey, P.E. Castle Hayne, North Carolina
Operator: Donald Hardison County: Duplin Date: 06/25/95
6. SUMMARY
Temporary Storage Period: ____________> 180 Days
Rainfall in Excess of Evaporation: ____________> 7.00 Inches
25 Year- 24 Hour Rainfall: ____________> 7.50 Inches
Freeboard Height: _-__________> 2.00 Feet
Side Slopes (Inside Lagoon): ____________> 3.00 : 1
Inside Top Length: -----_______> 310.00 Feet
Inside Top Width: ____________> 140.00 Feet
Top of Dike Elevation: ____________> 46.90 Feet
Bottom of Lagoon Elevation: ____________> 34.90 Feet
Total Required Minimum Volume:____________> 258,034 -Cu. Ft.
Actual Design Volume: ____________> 265,640 Cu. Ft.
Seasonal High Watertable Elevation(SHWT):===_> 39.40 Feet
Stop Pumping elevation: ____________> 42.00 Feet
Must be > or=to the SHWT elev.: ____> 39.40 Feet
Must be > or= to min. req.treatment el.: ____> 40.90 Feet
Required Minimum Treatment Volume: -___> 165,240 Cu. Ft.
Volume at Stop Pumping Elevation: ____> 165,478 Cu. Ft.
Start Pumping Elevation: ____________> 44.10 Feet
Must Be at Bottom of Freeboard &25 Yr. Rainfall:
Actual Volume Less 25 Yr.-24 Hr. Rainfall: ____> 238,515 Cu. Ft.
Volume at Start Pumping Elevation: ____> 235,937 Cu. Ft.
Required Volume to be Pumped: ____________> 65,669 Cu. Ft.
Actual Volume Planned to be Pumped: -___> 70,459 Cu. Ft.
Min. Thickness of Soil Liner When Required:====> 1.75 FeetN,C1,,AR'''•o,.
7. Designed By: John Lenfestey Approved By: :
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Operator: Donald Hardison county: Dupli ate. 11/05/93
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner) 1 00.0 feet
1. STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT
0 sows (farrow to finish) x 1417 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs. = 0 lbs
3,672 head (finishing only) x 135 lbs. = 495,720 lbs
0 sows (farrow to wean) x 433 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs. = 0 lbs,
TOTAL STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT (SSLW) = 495,720 ibs
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 495,720 lbs. SSLW x Treatment Volume(CF)/Ib. SSLW
Treatment Volume(CF)/Ib. SSLW= 1.0 CF/ib. SSLW
Volume = 495,720 Cubic Feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet (As per owner's request)
4. TOTAL DESIGN VOLUME
Inside top length = 350.00 feet Inside top width = 230.00 feet
Top of dike at elevation = 47.50 feet
Freeboard 1.30 feet ; Side slopes 2.5 : 1 (inside lagoon)
Total design lagoon liquid level at elevation = 46.20 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation = 33.00 feet
Seasonal high water table elevation = 40.00 feet
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SIDE1 SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
2.50 2.50 2.50 2.50 343.50 223.50 13.20
AREA OF TOP = LENGTH *WIDTH
343.50 223.50 = 76,772 SF (AREA OF TOP)
AREA OF BOTTOM = LENGTH *WIDTH
277.50 157.50 = 43,706 SF (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION = LENGTH *WIDTH * 4
310.50 190.50 = 236,601 SF (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. _ [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
( 76,772 + 236,601 + 43,706 ) * 2•20
VOLUME OF LAGOON AT TOTAL DESIGN LIQUID LEVEL = 785,575 CU. FT.

5. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length *Width =
350.00 230.00 80,500 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
Length *Width =
0.0 0.0 0.0 square feet
TOTAL DA 80,500 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
5A. Volume of waste produced
Approximate daily production of manure in CF/LB SSLW 0.00136
Volume = 495,720 Lbs. SSLW * CF of Waste/Lb./Day * 180 days
Volume = 121,352 cubic feet
5B. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0.0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
5C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall = 7.00 inches
Volume = 7.00 in * DA/ 12 inches per foot
Volume = 46,958 cubic feet

5D. Volume of 25 year — 24 hour storm
-- Volume = 7.50 inches/ 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 50,313 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 121,352 cubic feet
5B. 0 cubic feet
5C. 46,958 cubic feet
5D. 50,313 cubic feet
TOTAL 218,623 cubic feet
6. SUMMARY
Total required volume 714,343 cubic feet
Total design volume avail. 785,575 cubic feet
Min. req. treatment volume plus sludge accumalation 495,720 cubic feet
At elev. 42.50 feet ; Volume is 520,501 cubic feet (end pumping)
Total design volume less 25yr-24hr storm is 735,262 cubic feet
At elev. 45.00 feet ; Volume is 695,475 cubic feet (start pumping)
Seasonal high water table elevation 40.00 feet
7. Designed By: r—, &Vsf& J Approved B
Date: t ole(.(q Date: 1 L�o 3
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS:

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 violation of
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following.,
Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam.
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous stand. The amount of 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
T?*gsr lagoo ns �,=ay 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, adNuatc vcgetation
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
planting 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.

Practice water conservation---minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Management:
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid 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.