310784_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Certification of Coverage
Facility Currently covered by an Expiring Sate Non -Discharge General Permit
On September 30, 2019, the North Carolina State Non -Discharge General Permits for Animal Waste Management Systems will
expire. As required by these permits, facilities that have been issued Certificates of Coverage to operate under these State
Non -Discharge General Permits must apply for renewal at least 180 days prior to their expiration date. Therefore, all applications
must be received by the Division of Water Resources by no Iater 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: 31-0784 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS310784
2. Facility Name: Pierce Nursery
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Sam Ennis
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 63613ayshore Dr
City: Wilmington State: NC Zip: 28411
Telephone Number: 910-684-4069 Ext. E-mail: ennissamahotmaii.com
5. Facility's Physical Address: 4276 S NC 50 Hwy
City: Chinquapin State: NC Zip: 28521
6. County where Facility is Iocated: Duplin
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner): Charles Edward Aycock
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 910-285-4268 Ext.
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): Murphy -Brown LLC
10. Operator Name (OIC): "-' ' A Phone No.: OIC #
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"): N d n/
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit:
Operation Types:
Operations Type
Swine - Wean to Feeder
Allowable Count
2,600
Swine Cattle Dry Poultry Other Types
Wean to Finish Dairy Calf Non Laying Chickens Horses - Horses
Wean to Feeder Dairy Heifer Laying Chickens Horses - Other
Farrow to Finish Milk Cow Pullets Sheep - Sheep
Feeder to Finish Dry Cow Turkeys Sheep - Other
Farrow to Wean Beef Stocker Calf Turkey Pullet
Farrow to Feeder Beef Feeder
Boar/Stud Beef Broad Cow Wet Poultry
Gilts Other Non Laying Pullet
Other Layers

13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
1
19.50
Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Anima! \Vste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.10C(d) to the address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), s ned bl the owner and a certified technical specialist, containing:
a The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation, injection, etc.)
b. A map of every field used for land application (forexample: irrigation map)
c. The soil series present on every land application field
d. The crops grown on every land application field
e. The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP
f The maximum PAN to be applied to every land application field
g. The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP
h. The required NRCS Standard specifications
2. A site map/schematic
3. Emergency Action Plan
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: 2019PermitRenewal®ncdenr gov

I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes I43-215.6A 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. (IS 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: ) W7O ' E,i� •✓ G J Title:
Signature: ,.Gam �r�-� Date: / ff/Y 0-.&/
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
Name: Title:
Date:
Signature:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019

ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Dire fo
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
Sam Ennis
Pierce Nursery
636 Bayshore Dr
Wilmington, NC 28411
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
Your facility is currently approved for operation under one of the Animal Waste Operation State Non -Discharge General Permits,
which expire on September 30, 2019. Copies of the new animal waste operation State Non -Discharge General Permits are available
at hnus://dco nc.gov'about/divisions/water-resources:water-aualitv=re .ion a!-enera*tionslaf0 or by writing or calling:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
In order to assure \'OAK continued coverage under the State Non -Discharge General Permitsyou must submit an application for
permit coverage to the Division. Enclosed \ ou will find a 'Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility Currently Covered b\ an
Exxpiring State Non-Dischar aGeneral Permit." The at nlication fo must be completed sinned and returnee April 3. 2019,
Please note that You must include one (11 coin• of the Certified Animal Waste Mana2ement Plan ICAWMPI with the
completed and stened application form. A list of items included in the CAWMP can be found on Hate 2 of Me renewal
application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the State Non -Discharge General Permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel
free to contact the Animal Feeding Operations Branch staff at 919-707-9100.
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures):
Sincerely,
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Duvlin County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS310784
Murphy -Brown LLC
North Ceran Department of Envianments= Queity I Dnision of Water Resour„esR lnr1dl Qt+"ei !i'>;*s :igction
512 N. Seiisburf St. j 163E Meit Service Center I ReLeign, Nortn Car --ne 27699-1636
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Mortality Management Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
El n 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.
i l Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
{ 4 13B .0200.
-1-X1 i 3 Rendering at a -rendering- plant licensed -under G.S. 106-168.7.
' I 171 Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
Ei A composting system approved and permitted liy 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.
I —I Ii In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved by the
( J NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
j j �i Any method which, in the professional opiniorkof the State Veterinarian, would make possible
! l f ( the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recommended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
• A catastrophic mortality disposal plan is part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
when numbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.
Burial must be.done in accordance with NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Division regulations and guidance.
• Mass burial sites are subject to additional permit conditions (refer to facility's animal
waste management system permit).
• In the event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may enact
additional temporary procedures or measures for disposal according to G.S. 106-399.4.
Signature of Farm Owner/Manager
1,q1or;/2tIiR
Date
OPAUA-cia- 4-I --fq
Signature of Technical Specialist Date

Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
03-03-2006
This plan has been prepared for:
Pierce Nurses-v(31-784)
SCI171 EI111IS
636 Bayshore Dr
Wilmington, NC 28411
This plan has been developed by:
Billy ,Houston
Duplin Soil & Water Conservation
PO Box 219
Kenansville, NC 28349
910-296-2120
DeveloperSignature
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.
3 / 6 C
Signature (owner) . ate
-3/J/04
Signature (n•; ager or p oducer) Date
This plan meets the minimufn 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: f in - /3/C t
Technic Specialist Signature Date
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Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
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Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid waste generated 496,600 gals/year by a 2,600 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
1144
Incorporated
1964
Injected
2163
Irrirzated
1243
Max. Avail.
PAN (lbs) *
Actual PAN
Applied (lbs)
PAN Surplus/
Deficit (lbs)
Actual Volume
Applied (Gallons)
Volume Surplus/
Deficit (Gallons)
Year 1
1,243
1684
-441
672,786
-176,186
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.
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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
RYE
8090
1
3.31
2.64
NIA
Autryville
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bemiudagrass Hay
5.5 Tons
8090
2
3.35
2.64
N/A
Autryville
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
5.5 Tons
PLAN TOTALS:
6.66
5.28
LI
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
< 2
wLow potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
_
None
>_ &
<= 10
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble
nutrient leachine below the root zone.
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned.
> I0
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 -Terns
No -Till (77S), and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Strips (393) and Riparian Forest Buffers
(391).
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Database Version 3-1 Date Printed 3'3.'2006
NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
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Narrative
This WUP is written based on information provided by Mr. Charles Aycock.
I recommend getting a wetted acres layout/calibration completed by Star Jackson with Extension.
The Acres May Have To Be Revised To Reflect Actual Effective Wetted Acres After This Is Done.
Bermuda will be sprigged by 5/2006 of this year
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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
Sail Series
Application Rate
(inches/hour)
Application Amount
(inches)
8090
1
Autryville
0.60
1.0
8090
2
Autryville
0.60
1.0
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NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.

The Waste 1.Itilization 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 plain requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements, and proper tithing 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 he applied on each lieid 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.
.ern 1llili•mr'
Traci
Field
Source
In
Soil Series
Total
Acres
[Ise.
Acres
m (',
I
RYE
A ppt ic.
Period
Nitrogen
I'A
Nutrient
Req'd
(Ibs/A)
('onnn.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
(Ibs/A)
kes.
(Ibs/A)
A ppl ic.
Method
Manure
PA
Nutrient
pplicd
(Ibs/A)
Liquid
ManureA
pplicd
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
N
N
1000
gal/A
'runs
1000 gals
Ions
}moo
1
S5
Aulryville
3.31
2.64
Small Grain Ovcrsced
1.0 "Pons
10/•I'-3/31. `
50
0
0
Irrig.
',.5O
19.97
0.00
52.73
0.00
8090
1
55
Auuyvillc
3.3)
2.64
Ilybri(I 13crnutdagrass Hay
5.5 "Pons
*371-10/15
: 269
0
0
Irrig.
269
(07.45
0.U!)
283.67
0.00
8090
2
S5
Maryville
3.35
2.64
Small Grain Oversccd
I.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
Irrig.
50
19.97
0.00
52.73
0.00
8090
2
S5
Aulryville
3.35
2.04
Hybrid 13ermudagrass I -lay
5.5 tons
*3/1-10/15
269
0
0
Irrig.
269
107.45,
0.00
283.67
0.00
Total A, plied, 1000 gallons
672.79
Total Produced. 1000 gallons
496.60
'
~
Batance. 1000 gallons
-176.19
.„
Total Applied, Ions
0.00
'total ,'rodo,ed, tons
0.00
Balance, tons
0,00
Notes: I. In the tract column, --- symbol means leased, otherwise, owned.
2. Symbol * means user entered data.
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage capacity available
at the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the design storage capacity in days
minus the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start date is a value entered by the user and is
defined as the date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or
holding pond is equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and Iess 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
structures temporary storage capacity.
Available Waste Storaze Capacity
Source Name
Swine Nursery Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days) *
1
: 75
1
2
63
1
3
131
1
4
180
1
5
180
1
6
180
1
7
180
1
8
180
1
9
180
1
10
180
1
11
158
1
12
135
* Available Storaee Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
APR 0 3 2019
Wear Quality
Regional Operations Section
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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 treamient 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
Ib/ac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gal/ac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Nursery Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
150
13.16
6.62
13.24
19.85
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
3.31
6.62
9.93
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
6.20
12.41
18.61
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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 - FiIter 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. AnimaI 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 mariner 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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Tract 8090
Farm 9405
Duplin County FSA Office
(H)= Highly Erodible Land
CLU Boundary
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Mortality na a ent Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must beapproved by the State Veterinarian.
Version —November 26, 201S
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 be at least one foot above the seasonal
high water table. Attach burial location map and plan.
Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Rendering ata rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7
Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
A composting system approved and permitted by the NC Department of Agriculture & Con-
sumer Services Veterinary Division (attach copy of permit). If compost is distributed off farm,
additional requirements must be met and a permit is required from NC DEQ.
In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved by the
NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
Any method which, in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian, would make possible
the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recommended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
9 A catastrophic mortality disposal plan is part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
when numbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.
• Burial must be done in accordance with NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Division regulations and guidance.
• Mass burial sites are subject to additional permit conditions (refer to facility's animal
waste management system permit).
• In the event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may enact
additional temporary procedures or measures for disposal according to G.S. 106-399.4.
Signature of Farm Owner/Manager
Signature of Technical Specialist
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Date
Date

Iperator:Sam Ennis County: Duplin Date: 10/21/94
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner): 1000.0 feet
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
O sows (farrow to finish) x 1417 lbs. = 0 lbs
O sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs. = 0 lbs
O head (finishing only) __ _, x 135 lbs. = 0 lbs
O sows (farrow to wean) x 433 lbs. = 0 lbs
2600 head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs. = 78000 lbs
Describe other : 0
Total Average Live Weight = 78000 lbs
MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 78000 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 78000 cubic feet
STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length (feet) 200.0
Inside top width (feet) 120.0
Top of dike elevation (feet) 92.5
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet) 82.5
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 3.0 194.0 114.0 9.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
194.0 114.0
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
140.0 60.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
167.0 87.0
22116 (AREA OF TOP)
8400 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
58116 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM]
22116.0 58116.0 8400.0
* DEPTH/6
1.5
Total Designed Volume Available = 132948 CU. FT.

TEMPORARY :STORAGE REQUIRED
IRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length * Width
200.0 120.0 24000.0 square feet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet
TOTAL DA 24000.0 square feet
Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Describe this area.
Volume = 78000 lbs. ALW/135 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume = 142480 gals. or 19048.1 cubic feet
Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume =
0.0 gallons/day * 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
per CF
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall
Volume = 7.0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 14000.0 cubic feet
7.0 inches

DPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
SHEET 1 OF 2
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
180 days of temporary storage. The time required for the planned
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reached may vary
due to site conditions, weather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists ❑f 180 days storage for:
(1) waste from animals and (2) excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the. 25 year - 24 hour storm for the location.
The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals will be
fairly constant throughout the year and from year to year, but excess
rainfall will vary from year to year. The 25 year rainfall will not
be a factor to consider in an annual pumping cycle, but this storage
volume must always be available.
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of pipe(s) from
building(s). If the outlet pipe is not installed at the elevation to
begin pumping, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to indicate when pumping should begin. An elevation must be established
to stop pumping to maintain lagoon treatment depth.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply waste without
runoff or leaching.
Land application of waste water is recognized as an acceptable
method of disposal. Methods of application include solid set,
center pivot, guns, and traveling gun irrigation. Care should be
taken when applying waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
1. It is strongly recommended that the treatment lagoon be pre -
charged to 1/2 its capacity to prevent. excessive odors during
start-up. Pre -charging reduces the concentration of the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducing odors. Solids should be
covered with effluent at all times. When precharging is complete,
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresh water should not
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends sampling and testing of waste (see attachment)
before land application.
3. Begin temporary storage pump -out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 90.6 as marked by permanent marker. Stop pump -
out when the fluid level reaches elevation 88.8 . This temporary
storage, less 25 yr- 24 hr storm, contains 33048 cubic feet or
247200 gallons.

Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume =
7.5 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 15000.0 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
SUMMARY
5A.
5B.
5C.
5D.
19048 cubic
0 cubic
14000 cubic
15000 cubic
feet
feet
feet
feet
TOTAL 48048 cubic feet
Temporary storage period >
Rainfall in excess of evaporation
25 year - 24 hour rainfall
Freeboard
Side slopes
Inside top length
Inside top width
Top of dike elevation
Bottom of lagoon elevation
Total required volume
Actual design volume
Seasonal high watertable elevation
Stop pumping elev.
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev.
180
> 7.0
> 7.5
> 1.0
> 3.0
> 200.0
> 120.0
___> 92.5
> 82.5
> 126048
> 132948
(SHWT)===> 88.5
> 88.8
> 88.5
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el.=> 88.5
Required minimum treatment volume > 78000
Volume at stop pumping elevation > 79735
Start pumping elev. > 90.6
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==> 117948
Volume at start pumping elevation
Required volume to be pumped
Actual volume planned to be pumped
Min. thickness .of soil liner when required==>
DESIGNED BY:
DATE: a( ,�e,) c / j9C/
APPROVED BY:
DATE: f/1/29/9¢
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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SHEET 1 OF 2
SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTE TREATMENT LAGOONS
FOUNDATION PREPARATION:
The foundation area of the lagoon embankment and building pad shall be
cleared of trees, logs, stumps, roots, brush, boulders, sod and rubbish.
Satisfactory disposition will be made of all debris. The topsoil from
the lagoon and pad area should be stripped and stockpiled for use on
the dike and pad_ _areas.. _After stripping, the foundation area of the
lagoon embankment and building pad shall be thoroughly loosened prior
to placing the first lift of fill material to get a good bond.
EXCAVATION AND EARTHFILL PLACEMENT:
The completed excavation and earthfill shall conform to the lines,
grades, and elevations shown on the plans. Earthfill material shall
be free of material such as sod, roots, frozen soil, stones over
6 inches in diameter, and other objectionable material. To the extent
they are suitable, excavated materials can be used as fill. The fill
shall be brought up in approximately horizontal layers not to exceed 9
inches in thickness when loose and prior to compaction. Each layer
will be compacted by complete coverage with the hauling and spreading
equipment or standard tamping roller or other equivalent method.
Compaction will be considered adequate when fill material is observed
to consolidate to the point that settlement is not readily detectible.
NOTE THE SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PLACEMENT OF LINERS IN THE LINER
SECTION OF THIS SPECIFICATION. The embankment of the lagoon shall be
installed using the more impervious materials from the required
excavations. Construction of fill heights shall include 5 percent for
settlement. Dikes over 15 feet in height and with an impoundment
capacity of 10 acre-feet or more fall under the jurisdiction of the NC
Dam Safety Law. The height is defined as the difference in elevation
from the constructed height to the downstream toe of the dike.
Precautions shall be taken during construction to prevent excessive
erosion and sedimentation.
LINER: THE MINIMUM REQUIRED THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.5 ft.
NOTE: LINERS (PARTIAL OR FULL) ARE REQUIRED WHEN THE ATTACHED SOILS
INVESTIGATION REPORT SO INDICATES OR WHEN UNSUITABLE MATERIAL IS
ENCOUNTERED DURING CONSTRUCTION. A TYPICAL CROSS SECTION OF THE LINER
IS INCLUDED IN THE DESIGN WHEN LINERS ARE REQUIRED BY THE SOILS REPORT.
When areas of unsuitable material are encountered, they will be over -
excavated below finish grade to the specified depth as measured
perpendicular to the finish grade. The foundation shall be backfilled
as specified to grade with a SCS approved material (ie - CL,SC,CH),
REFER TO THE SOILS INVESTIGATION INFORMATION IN THE PLANS FOR SPECIAL
CONSIDERATIONS.

SHEET 2 OF 2
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (1) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.3
inch per hour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. All surface runoff is to be diverted from the lagoon to stable
outlets.
8. Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetated buffer around
waste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streams. Waste will
not be applied in open ditches. Do not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a well. Waste shall be applied in a
manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the discharge of
pollutants into waters of the United States. The Department of
Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Division of Environ-
mental Management, has the responsibility for enforcing this law.

SEEDING SPECIFICATIONS
AREA TO BE SEEDED: 2.0 ACRES
USE THE SEED MIXTURE INDICATED AS FOLLOWS:
120.0 LBS. FESCUE GRASS AT 60 LBS./ACRE
(BEST SUITED ON CLAYEY OR WET SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: SEPTEMBER 1 TO NOVEMBER 30
FEBRUARY 1 TO MARCH 30
0.0 LBS. RYE GRAIN AT 30 LBS./ACRE (NURSERY FOR FESCUE)
0.0 LBS. 'PENSACOLA' BAHIA GRASS AT 60 LBS./ACRE
(SEE FOOTNOTE NO. 1)
SEEDING DATES: MARCH 15 TO JUNE 15
0.0 LBS. HULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 8 LBS./ACRE
(SUITED FOR MOST SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: APRIL 1 TO JULY 31
0.0 LBS. UNHULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 10 LBS./ACRE
SEEDING DATES: JANUARY 1 TO MARCH 30
80.0 LBS. RYE GRASS AT 40 LBS./ACRE (TEMPORARY VEGETATION)
SEEDING DATES: DECEMBER 1 TO MARCH 30
LBS.
APPLY THE FOLLOWING:
2000.0 LBS. OF 10-10-10 FERTILIZER (1000 LBS./ACRE)
4.0 TONS OF DOLOMITIC LIME (2 TONS/ACRE)
200.0 BALES OF SMALL GRAIN STRAW (100 BALES/ACRE)
ALL SURFACE DRAINS SHOULD BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO SEEDING. SHAPE
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 ESTABLISH THAN COMMON
BERMUDA GRASS. WHEN USING BAHIA, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT 8
LBS./ACRE OF COMMON BERMUDA BE INCLUDED TO PROVIDE COVER
UNTIL BAHIAGRASS IS ESTABLISHED.

• SHEET 2 OF 2
Soil liner material shall come from an approved borrow area. The
minimum water content of the liner material shall be optimum moisture
content which relates to that moisture content when the soil is kneaded
in the hand it will form a ball which does not readily separate. Water
shall be added to borrow as necessary to insure proper moisture content
during placement of the liner. The moisture content of the liner
material shall not be less than optimum water content during placement.
The maximum water content relates to the soil material being too wet
for efficient use of hauling equipment and proper compaction. Proper
compaction of the liner includes placement in 9 inch lifts and
compacted to at least 90 percent of the maximum ASTM D698 Dry Unit
Weight of the liner material. When smooth or hard, the previous lift
shall be scarified and moistened as needed before placement of the next
lift.
The single most important factor affecting the overall compacted perme-
ability of a clay liner, other than the type of clay used for the
liner, is the efficient construction processing of the compacted liner.
The sequence of equipment use and the routing of equipment in an estab-
lished pattern helps assure uniformity in the whole placement and
compaction process. For most clay soils, a tamping or sheepsfoot
roller is the preferable type of compaction equipment.
The soil liner shall be protected from the discharge of waste outlet
pipes. This can be done by using some type of energy dissipator(rocks)
or using flexible outlets on waste pipes.
Alternatives to soil liners are synthetic liners and bentonite sealant.
When these are specified, additional construction specifications are
included with this Construction Specification.
CUTOFF TRENCH:
A cutoff trench shall be constructed under the embankment area when
shown on a typical cross section in the plans. The final depth of the
cutoff trench shall be determined by observation of the foundation
materials.
•
VEGETATION:
All exposed embankment and other bare constructed areas shall be seeded
to the planned type of vegetation as soon as possible after .construc-
tion according to the seeding specifications. Topsoil should be placed
on areas of the dike and pad to be seeded. Temporary seeding or mulch
shall be used if the recommended permanent vegetation is out of season
dates for seeding. Permanent vegetation should be established as soon
as possible during the next period of approved seeding dates.
REMOVAL OF EXISTING TILE DRAINS
When tile drains are encountered, the tile will be removed to a minimum
of 10 feet beyond the outside toe of slope of the dike. The'tile
trench shall be backfilled and compacted with good material such as
SC, CL, or CH.

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System Calibration
information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount
without having to perform additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction
of pull, Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
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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 tees 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

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical ag_cietance is needto
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
tilling 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 p11 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
pl3 is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7. A dark color, Iack 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 frequentlyand - - -
regularly that wastewater is added to alagoon, 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.

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

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
Manageme
• 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 surnmer/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 orveget xion,
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 dragli ee 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 meta' 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 Iagoon 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
shouldbe 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 failuresresult in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure Types
of failures include leaf age thmugh the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the yesponsibilily for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure —an example is the placement of apipe
in the dam without proper design and construction. (Consultan expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams-)
Lagoon liquid levels —high levels.are. a safety rick
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 ciamnage starts, it can quickly- cause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure.

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 beiwo.
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.
EMERGENCY ACTION -PLA .2
PHONE NUMBERS
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NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (MRCS), ��tp�a�a�
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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 spilt 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 incfude: 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 spilt leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number.
c.. Instruct EMS to contact local Heiath Department.
d. Contact CEs, phone number - , local SWCO 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.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address: `15 St 1 l ,
c. Contractors Phone: ( k - agct _ \
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name: _
b. Phone: S c, \mil
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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INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor
Site Specific Practices
- sh Gutters Accumulation of solids
3r,cons and Pits Gusted Solids
cessive Vegetative
o wth
(Liquid Systems)
Gush system is designed and operated
sufficientiy to remove accumulated
ids from gutters as designed.
( Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
aintain lagoons, settling basins and
pits where pest breeding is apparent to
minimize the crusting of solids to a depth
of no more than 8-8 inches over more then
30% of surface.
Decaying vegetation C'Y 1aintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
^_rs Feed Spillage
(Dry Systems)
i Storage Accumulations of feed residues
ai Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes
and feed wastage
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() 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).
( ) 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.
O 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 far and remove or break up accumulated
solids es needed).

Source
Farmstead
SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST
Animal body surfaces
Floor surfaces
Cause
Swine production
SMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Dirty manure -covered animals
Wet manure -covered floors
Manure collection pits
Ventilation exhaust fans
Indoor surfaces
Urine
Parital micorbial decomposition
Volatile gases;
Dust
LYCiagerative or wooded buffers;
(d eflacommended best management
practices;
(W7/Good judgment and common sense
NV6ry floors
(4. Slotted floors;
(J Waterers located over slotted floors;
(4�eedars at high end of solid floors;
(9`Scrape manure buildup from floors;
() Underfloor ventilation for drying
,-(Frequent manure removal by fiush,pit
recharge,or scrape
( ) Underfloor ventilation
M/Fan maintenance;
() Efficient air movement
Rush tanks
Flush alleys
Dust
Agitation of recycled lagoon
liquid whiles tanks are filling
(,4'.iashdown 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
Pit recharge points
Lift stations
Agitation during wastewater
conveyanance
() Underfloor flush with underfloor
ventilation
Agitation of recycled lagoon
liquid while pits are filling
( ) Extend rechard lines to near bottom of
pits with anti -siphon vents
Outside drain collection
or junction boxes
Agitation during sump tank filling O Sump tank covers
and drawdown
Agitation during wastewater
conveyance .
End of drainpipes et lagoon Agitation during wastewater
Lagoon surfaces
( ) Box covers
() Extend discharge point of pipes
underneath lagoon liquid level
Volatile gas emissions
Biological mixing
Agitation
rrigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation
Wind draft
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t/Proper lagoon liquid capacity
('4' orrect lagoon startup procedures
(�) Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
(J1Minimum agitation when pumping.
() Mechanical aeration
.( ) Proven biological additives
(W/rrrigate on dry days with little or no wind
(V'Minimum recommended operation pressure
(s4ump intake near lagoon liquid surface
() Pump from second -stage lagoon

Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes {) Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
v�tems interval during summer; 1540 days interval during
winter) where rrarwre is loaded for land application
or disposal.
{) Provide for adequate drainage around manure stodgmaes,
{) [respect for and remove -or break Up accumulated wastes
in -filter stripes around stockpiles and manure handing
areas as needed.
issues checked ( ) pertain to this operation. The landownerfintegrator agrees to use sound judgment in -applying
,s=:ct control measures as practical.
wr-rtify the aforementioned insect control Best Management Practices have been reviewed with me.
(Landowner Signature)
more information contact -the Cooperative Extension Service, Departrnent of Entomology, Box 7613,.North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
6 5-7613.
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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
() 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
:vlanure, slurry or sludge
_:preader outlets
Agitation *hen spreading
Volatile gas emissions
Soli injection of skury/sludges
() Wash residual tannic from spreader after use
E) Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry
ar'sludge on field surfaces
Volatile gas emissions while drying
() Soii infection of slurry/sludges
() Soll incorporation within 48 hours
() Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals
Carcass decomposition
(%),Proper disposition of carcasses
Dead animal disposal
pits
Carcass decomposition
( ) Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
() Proper location/construction of disposal pits
incinerators
Incomplete combustion
() Secondary stack burners
Standing water around
:acilities
Improper drainage
Microbial decomposition of
organic matter
(+trade and landscape such that water drains
away from facilities
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads (Senn access road maintenance
roads from farm access
Additional Information:
Available From:
Swine Manure Management 0200 Ruie/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 Ruse -Lagoon Treatment EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Oesig 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 Ries; PRO1 O7, 1995 Conference Proceedings
NCSU-County baension Center
NCSU-8AE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-8AE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
HCSU-Swine Extension
NC Pork Produces Assoc
NCSU Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension
The issues checked ( ) pertain to this operation. The landowner/integrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
_•war control measures as practical.
certify the aforementioned odor control Best Managment Practices have beentrSviewed with ma
(Lando er Signature)
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