310814_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Certification of Coverage
Facility Currently covered by an Expiring Sate Non -Discharge General Permit
On September 30, 2019, the North Carolina State Non -Discharge General Permits for Animal Waste Management Systems will
expire. As required by these permits, facilities that have been issued Certificates of Coverage to operate under these State
Non -Discharge General Permits must apply for renewal at least 180 days prior to their expiration date. Therefore, all applications
must be received by the Division of Water Resources by no later than April 3, 2019.
Please do not leave any question unanswered Please verify all information and make any necessary corrections below.
Application must be signed and dated by the Permittee.
1. Farm Number. 31-0814 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS310814
2. Facility Name: Cotton Top Farms
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan):
Dwight L Hilltlr
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 386 Ralph Sutton Rd
City: Mount Olive State: NC Zip: 28365
Telephone Number: 919-658-4134 Ext. E-mail: [e-mail]
5. Facility's Physical Address: 499 Jones -Turner Rd
City: Mount Olive State: NC Zip: 28365
6. County where Facility is located: Duplin
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner):
8. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): J C Howard Farms
10. Operator Name (OIC): (54.f L. 1/1`/ 46J Phone No.: q(q .. %09" / at, t OIC #: �jfq vs-2_-2_,,
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"): /Ia JM1t.
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type Allowable Count
Operation Types:
Swine - Feeder to Finish 3,520
Swipe 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)
LAGOON #1
frlu j9r
all
log ft.()
¢ .44 9i2 00-
19.00
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Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.10C(d) to the address below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:
1. The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), sinned by the owner and a certified technical snecialist, 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: :±1-
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Signature: �.. Date: 3 - l S ( 7
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TQ THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
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.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

Version —November 26, 2018
Mortality Management Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
i El 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.
CI Landfill.at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
ElEl Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
El El 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.
CI In the caseof 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).
El
El Any method which; in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian, would make possible
the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recommended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
• A catastrophic mortality disposal plan is part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
when numbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.
• Burial must be done in accordance with NC General Statutes and NCDA&CS Veterinary
Division regulations and guidance.
• Mass burial sites are subject to additional permit conditions (refer to facility's animal
waste management system permit).
• In the event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may enact
additional temporary procedures or measures for disposal according to G.S. 106-399.4.
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Signature of Farm Owner/Manager Date
Signature of T- nical Specialist Date

Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
03-12-2003
This plan has been prepared for:
Cotton Top Farms FN 31-814
Dwight Hill Jr.
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This plan has been developed by:
Ronnie G. Kennedy Jr.
Agriment Services, Inc.
PO Box 1096
Beulaville, NC 28518
252-568-2648
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Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance
procedures established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal
waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I have read and understand the
Required Specifications concerning animal waste management that are included with
this plan.
Signa ure (owner)
3t—i 1)- 0 3
Date
Signature (manager or producer) Date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of
Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices
adopted by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By:
Thnical 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 Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid waste generated 3,263,040 gals/year by
a 3,520 animal Swine Finishing Lagoon Liquid operation. This production
facility has waste storage capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
7520
Incorporated
12915
Injected
14223
Irrigated
8174
Actual PAN Applied
(Pounds)
Actual Volume Applied
(Gallons)
Volume Surplus/Deficit
(Gallons)
Year 1
9,101
3,601,471
-338,431
Year 2
9,766
3,866,997
-603,957
Note: In source ID. S means standard source. U means user defined source.
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Narrative
This waste plan is a revision of the 11/24/99 plan created by Billy Houston of Duplin SWCD. This plan is
based on the wettable acres of the farm and displays the same in the calculation tables. It is allowable for
any winter annual to replace wheat as long as the agronomic rate of other winter annual crops does not
exceed 100 lbs N per acre. Due to the deficit noted on this plan it is allowable for alternate crops such as
(tobacco or cucumbers to be planted) as long as a rates an application windows are established for the
crops by a technical specialist. For the cropland, 5 acres of flexibility on summer crops exist in first year
and 10 acres on summer crops for second 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
Soil Series
Application Rate
(inches/hour)
Application Amount
(inches)
1912
F 1(Iane 10
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F 1(lane 12
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F1(lane 5)
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
FI(lane 8)
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F2(lane 2)
Norfolk
0.50
0.96
1912
F2(lane 3)
Norfolk
0.50
0.96
1912
F2(lane 4)
Norfolk
0.50
0.96
1912
F4(lane 1)
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F5(lane 6)
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F6(lane 11
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F6(lane 7)
Autryville
0.60
0.72
1912
F6(lane 9)
Autryville
0.60
0.72
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ers-, The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for
�— sludge utilization for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen
concentrations for each source, the number of animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application
rates shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effluent. At
clean out, this material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the
priority nutrient is nitrogen but other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting.
Since nutrient levels are generally very high, application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not
be used for sludge application. Ifthis is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields
with high amounts ofcopper and zinc so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface
water moving to streams and lakes, phosphorous is a concern. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels
may also be a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Crop
Maximum
PA-N Rate
lb/ac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gal/ac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Sludge - Standard
' Com 120 bu
150
13.16
44.13
88.26
132.38
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
300
26.32
22.06
44.13
66.19
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
41.37
82.74
124.11
(Pit'
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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 ofthe plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the
design storage capacity in days minus the number of days ofnet storage volume accumulated. The
start date is a value entered by the user and is defined as the date prior to applying nutrients to the first
crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or holding pond is equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design
storage capacity of the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage
capacity, this indicates that the plan calls for the application ofnutrients 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 ofthese situations indicates that the planned application
interval in the waste utilization plan is inconsistent with the structure's temporary storage capacity.
Source Name
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
09/30
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days) *
1
1
67
1
2
53
1
3
67
1
4
77
1
5
106
1
6
150
1
7
147
1
8
144
1
9
160
1
10
173
1
11
167
1
12
136
2
1
105
2
2
133
2
3
164
2
4
160
2
5
166
2
6
180
2
7
180
2
8
180
2
9
180
2
10
152
2
11
125
2
12
94
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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1.
Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift,
manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during
operation or land application. Any discharge of waste that reaches
surface water is prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer
either owns or has an agreement for use of adequate land on which to
properly apply the waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to
properly dispose of the waste, he/she shall provide evidence of an
agreement with a landowner, who is within a reasonable proximity,
allowing him/her the use of the land for waste application. It is the
responsibility of the owner of the waste production facility to secure an
update of the Nutrient Management Plan when there is a change in the
operation, increase in the number of animals, method of application,
receiving crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs
for realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture,
historical data, climatic conditions, and level of management, unless
there are regulations that restrict the rate of applications for other
nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre
per year. Waste may be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per
acre per year but less than 10 tons per acre per year provided grass filter
strips are installed where runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field
Office Technical Guide Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste
application. Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift
from the land application field.
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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.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall
events, or when the soil surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a
manner that the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would
inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage from animal waste should
also be considered.
10. Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring
planted crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Waste/nutrient
loading rates on these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable
winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not
be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply
with the following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which
waste is applied from a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall
be at least 50 feet from any residential property boundary and canal.
Animal waste, other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after
October 1, 1995, shall not be applied closer that 25 feet to perennial
waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other
than those owned by the landowner.
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14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and
public right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways,
or wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be
applied to prior converted cropland provided the fields have been
approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist". Animal
waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly
into water courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be
applied at agronomic rates in a manner that causes no runoff or drift
from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets,
sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management
system.
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.
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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 a
minimum of five years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
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Crop Notes
The following crop note applies to field(s): F2(lane 2), F2(lane 3), F2(lane 4)
Corn: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leaching
In the Coastal Plain, corn is normally planted when soil temperatures reach 52 to 55 degrees fahrenheit.
Review the Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding
variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Plant 1-2" deep. Plant populations
should be determined by the hybrid being planted. Increase the seeding rate by 10% when planting no -till.
Phosphorus and potassium recommended by a soil test can be broadcast or banded at planting. When
planting early in cool, wet soil, banded phosphorus will be more available to the young plants. An accepted
practice is to apply 20-30 lbs/acre N and 20-30 lbs/acre phosphorus banded as a starter and one-half the
remaining N behind the planter. The rest of the N should be applied about 30-40 days after emergence. The
total amount of N is dependent on soil type. When including a starter in the fertilizer program, the
recommended potassium and any additional phosphorus is normally broadcast at planting. Plant samples
can be analyzed during the growing season to monitor the overall nutrient status of the corn. Timely
management of weeds and insects are essential for corn production.
The following crop note applies to field(s): F 1(lane 10, F I (lane 12, F I (lane 5), F I (lane 8), F4(lane 1)
Corn: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leaching
In the Coastal Plain, corn is normally planted when soil temperatures reach 52 to 55 degrees fahrenheit.
Review the Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding
variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Plant 1-2" deep. Plant populations
should be determined by the hybrid being planted. Increase the seeding rate by 10% when planting no -till.
Phosphorus and potassium recommended by a soil test can be broadcast or banded at planting. When
planting early in cool, wet soil, banded phosphorus will be more available to the young plants. An accepted
practice is to apply 20-30 lbs/acre N and 20-30 Ibs/acre phosphorus banded as a starter and one-half the
remaining N behind the planter. The rest of the N should be applied about 30-40 days after emergence. The
total amount of N is dependent on soil type. When including a starter in the fertilizer program, the
recommended potassium and any additional phosphorus is normally broadcast at planting. Plant samples
can be analyzed during the growing season to monitor the overall nutrient status of the corn. Timely
management of weeds and insects are essential for corn production.
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The following crop note applies to field(s): F2(lane 2), F2(lane 3), F2(lane 4)
Double -Crop Soybeans, Coastal Plain: Mineral soil, medium leachable
Double -crop soybeans should be planted as early in June as possible with planting completed by July 4th.
When no -tilling soybeans in small grain straw, it is essential to manage the straw to achieve adequate plant
populations. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Plant 2-4
seed/row foot for 7-8" drills; 4-6 seed/row foot for 15" rows; 6-8 seed/row foot for 30" rows and 8-10
seed/row foot for 36" rows. Increase the seeding rate by at least 10% for no -till planting. Seeding depth
should be 1-1 1/2" and adequate depth control is essential. Phosphorus and potash recommended for the
soybeans can be applied to the wheat in the Fall. Soybeans produce their own nitrogen and are normally
grown without additions of nitrogen. However, applications of 20-30 Ibs/acre N are sometimes made at
planting to promote early growth and vigor. Tissue samples can be analyzed during the growing season to
monitor the overall nutrient status of the soybeans. Timely management of weeds and insects is essential
for profitable double crop soybean production.
The following crop note applies to field(s): F l (lane 10, F l (lane 12, F 1(lane 5), F l (lane 8), F4(Iane 1)
Double -Crop Soybeans, Coastal Plain: Mineral soil, medium leachable
Double -crop soybeans should be planted as early in June as possible with planting completed by July 4th.
When no -tilling soybeans in small grain straw, it is essential to manage the straw to achieve adequate plant
populations. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Plant 2-4
seed/row foot for 7-8" drills; 4-6 seed/row foot for 15" rows; 6-8 seed/row foot for 30" rows and 8-10
seed/row foot for 36" rows. Increase the seeding rate by at least 10% for no -till planting. Seeding depth
should be 1-1 1/2" and adequate depth control is essential. Phosphorus and potash recommended for the
soybeans can be applied to the wheat in the Fall. Soybeans produce their own nitrogen and are normally
grown without additions of nitrogen. However, applications of 20-30 lbs/acre N are sometimes made at
planting to promote early growth and vigor. Tissue samples can be analyzed during the growing season to
monitor the overall nutrient status of the soybeans. Timely management of weeds and insects is essential
for profitable double crop soybean production.
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The following crop note applies to field(s): F5(lane 6), F6(lane 11, F6(lane 7), F6(lane 9)
Bermudagrass Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and wind.
For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a rate of
30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing conditions.
Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row. For
broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus, potassium
and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 1001b/ac N in the
establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240 lb/ac N
annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts. Reduce N rates
by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization of Pastures and
Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or extension agent for
assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): F5(lane 6), F6(lane 11, F6(lane 7), F6(lane 9)
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from October
15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each
week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate
modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate
by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and rye at 1-1 1/2
bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is essential. Review the
NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding
variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 lbs/acre N at
planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at this time. The
remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
899719 Database Version 2.0 Date Printed: 03-12-2003 Crop Note Page 3 of 4

The following crop note applies to field(s): F2(lane 2), F2(lane 3), F2(lane 4)
Wheat: Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, wheat should be planted from October 20-November 25. Plant 22 seed/drill row foot
at 1-1 1/2" deep and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum
time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small
Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till.
Adequate depth control when planting the wheat is essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green
book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding variety with the characteristics
needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash
recommended by a soil test report can also be applied at this time. The remaining N should be applied
during the months of February -March. The total N is dependent on the soil type. Plant samples can be
analyzed during the growing season to monitor the nutrient status of the wheat. Timely management of
diseases, insects and weeds are essential for profitable wheat production.
The following crop note applies to field(s): F 1(lane 10, F I (lane 12, F 1(lane 5), F 1(lane 8), F4(lane 1)
Wheat: Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, wheat should be planted from October 20-November 25. Plant 22 seed/drill row foot
at 1-1 1/2" deep and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum
time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small
Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till.
Adequate depth control when planting the wheat is essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green
book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding variety with the characteristics
needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash
recommended by a soil test report can also be applied at this time. The remaining N should be applied
during the months of February -March. The total N is dependent on the soil type. Plant samples can be
analyzed during the growing season to monitor the nutrient status of the wheat. Timely management of
diseases, insects and weeds are essential for profitable wheat production.
899719 Database Version 2.0 Date Printed: 03-12-2003 Crop Note Page 4 of 4

Dwight Hill Jr.(Cotton Top Farms)
3/19/03
Hard Hose Traveling Gun System
Wettable Acre Computations
Performance Guide & Specifications
Model
Flow Rate
(GPM)
Inlet
Pressure
(PSI)
Hose
Length
(Ft.)
Hose I.D.
(!n.)
Lane
Spacing
(Ft.)
Acres Per
Pull
Time To Apply
1 Inch Acre
(Min.)
Time Per Pull
(Hrs.)
Cadman 3000
3.
zo
6_5
120
13.0
270
150
910
1,0
260
6_5
100
10.8
Cadman 3250 300 130 840 3.25 280 6.1 90 9.1
360 150 840 3.25 280 6.1 75 7.6
150 RING NOZZLE 1OOR
150R = Body + Cap + Set of 7 Rings
Spedfy size when ordering
(-
CO_
Body rug
09773 062874;: see
I
Cap
I•
Flow Path
0.86' 0.97" C 1.08°. 1.181' 1.26° 1.34' 1.41" 1.47"
6287-086 6287-097 6287-108 6287-118 6287-126 6287-134 6287-141
PSI
GPM DIA. FE
GPM DIA. PT.
GPM 01A. PE
GPM CIA. FL
GPM CIA. FT.
GPM DIA. FE
GPM CIA. FE
GPM DIA. FI
50
100 245
130 265
165 285
205 300
255 320
300 335
350 350
385 353
60
110 260
143 280
182 300
225 315
275 335
330 350
385 365
423 368
70
120 270
155 290
C97 31Q)245
330 '
295 350
355 365
415 380
458 383
80
128 280
165 300 '
210 320
260 340'
315 360
380 380
445 395
490 399
90
135 290
175 310
223 330
275 350
335 370
405 390
475 405
522 409
100
143 300
185 320
235 340
'
290 360
355 380
425 400
500 415
550 419
110
150 310
195 330
247 350
305 370
' 370 390
445 410
525 425
577 429
120
157 315
204 335
258 360
320 380
385 400
465 420
545 435
603 439
Existing Hard Hose Traveler Gun Irrigation System
• # of Exterior Lanes 6
• # of Interior Lanes 3
• # of Single Lanes 3
• # of Total Lanes 12
• Lane Spacing 200' - 235'
• Wetted 0 310'
• Lane Spacing as a % 65% - 75%
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Dwight Hill Jr.(Cotton Top Farms) 3/19/03
Lane 1
> Start End Area [Table E9O+ - B] 0.70 ac.
➢ Middle Area [692'(0.9 x 310')/43,560] 4.43 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table E9O+ - G] 0.58 ac.
> Total Area [(0.70 ac. + 4.43 ac. + 0.58 ac.)] 5.71 ac.
Lane 2
> Start End Area [Table EE7O - B] 0.78 ac.
➢ Middle Area [725'(222'/2 + 310'/2)/43,560] 4.43 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table EE7O - G] 0.64 ac.
> Total .Area [(0.78 ac. + 4.43 ac. + 0.64 ac.)] 5.85 ac.
Lane 3
➢ Start End Area [Table EI7O - B] 0.70 ac.
➢ Middle Area [725'(222')/43,560] 3.69 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table EI7O - G] 0.56 ac.
➢ Total Area [(0.70 ac. + 3.69 ac. + 0.56 ac.)] 4.95 ac.
Lane 4
> Start End Area [Table EE7O - B] 0.78 ac.
> Middle Area [685'(222'/2 + 310'/2)/43,560] 4.18 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table EE7O - G] 0.64 ac.
> Total Area [(0.78 ac. + 4.18 ac. + 0.64 ac.)] 5.60 ac.
Lanes
> Start End Area [Table EE65 - B] 0.76 ac.
➢ Middle Area [128'(200'/2 + 310'/2)/43,560] 0.75 ac.
> Stop End Area [Table EE65 - G] 0.62 ac.
> Total Area [(0.76 ac. + 0.75 ac. + 0.62 ac.)] 2.13 ac.
Lane 6
> Start End Area [Table E9O+ - B] 0.70 ac.
> Middle Area [293'(0.9 x 310')/43,560] 1.88 ac.
> Stop End Area [Table E9O+ - G] 0.58 ac.
> Total Area [(0.70 ac. + 1.88 ac. + 0.58 ac.)] 3.16 ac.
Lane 7
> Start End Area [Table E9O+ - B] 0.70 ac.
➢ Middle Area [34'(0.9 x 310')/43,560] 0.22 ac.
> Stop End Area [Table E9O+ - G] 0.58 ac.
➢ Total .Area [(0.70 ac. + 0.22 ac. + 0.58 ac.)/2] 0.75 ac.
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Dwight Hill Jr.(Cotton Top Farms)
Lane 8
3/19/03
➢ Start End Area [Table E165 - B] 0.66 ac.
> Middle Area [612'(205')/43,560] 2.88 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table EI65 - G] 0.52 ac.
> Total Area [(0.66 ac. + 2.88 ac. + 0.52 ac.)] 4.06 ac.
Lane 9
> Start End Area [Table EE75 - B] 0.80 ac.
➢ Middle Area [440'(235'/2 + 310'/2)/43,560] 2.75 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table EE75 - G] 0.66 ac.
➢ Total Area [(0.80 ac. + 2.75 ac. + 0.66 ac.)/2] 2.105 ac.
Lane 10
> Start End Area [Table EI70 - B] 0.70 ac.
➢ Middle .Area [828'(220')/43,560] 4.18 ac.
➢ Stop mid Area [Table EI70 - G] 0.56 ac.
> Total Area [(0.70 ac. + 4.18 ac. + 0.56 ac.)] 5.44 ac.
Lane 11
➢ Start End Area [Table EE75 - B] 0.80 ac.
> Middle Area [275'(235'/2 + 310'/2)/43,560] 1.72 ac.
> Stop End Area [Table EE75 - G] 0.66 ac.
> Total Area [(0.80 ac. + 1.72 ac. + 0.66 ac.)] 3.18 ac.
> Start End Area [Table EE75 - B] 0.80 ac.
➢ Middle Area [872'(230'/2 + 310'/2)/43,560] 5.40 ac.
➢ Stop End Area [Table EE75 - G] 0.66 ac.
> Total Area [(0.80 ac. + 5.40 ac. + 0.66 ac.)] 6.86 ac.
Total Lane Acres
➢ Lane l 5.71 ac.
> Lane 2 5.85 ac.
> Lane 3 4.95 ac.
> Lane 4 5.60 ac.
> Lane 5 2.13 ac.
➢ Lane 6 3.16 ac.
> Lane 7 0.75 ac.
> Lane 8 4.06 ac.
> Lane 9 2.105 ac.
> Lane 10 5.44 ac.
> Lane 11 3.18 ac.
> Lane 12 6.86 ac.
➢ Total Wettable Acres 49.795 ac.
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Dwight Hill Jr.(Cotton Top Farms) 3/19/03
Honey Wagon Acres IF NEEDED
T1912 FIELD 3 20.70 ac.
y Total Acres 20.70ac.
Notes:
Prepared by Agriment Services Inc.
P.O. Box 1096 - Beulaville , NC - 28518
Phone [phone] - Fax [phone]
Signature of own or facility represen11'eSiaturivg e of technical specialist
ou', 1,4 .( �..
Printed nam of the same above
Date
3/ 1 ,2I o 3
/2c-1,1.'e 6, 4:i 1. 1'4
Printed name of the same above
Date
yolc, 3
4

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Dwight Hill Jr.(Cotton Top Farms)

komet Twin 160 PRO
komet I Twin 160
High Performance Nozzles /B;,quiIasdealto rerxllmlenlo Trajectory angle /An0ulodetrayed0ria 24°
P51
Nozzlel8oqudle
0.69"
Houle/Meanie
0.79"
Nozzle f8oauille
0.87"
Houle /Pouuiila
0.89"
Nozzle/8onulfa
0.91"
Nozzle /Bogm113
0.94"
Nozzle /
0.98"
Bon eilla
Nozzle
/8oquilla
1.02"
Nozzle /8ogollla
1.06"
Nozzle /Bagnilla
1.08"
Nozzle /Donnilla
1.10"
Houle /Sr5041a
L18"
Nozzle / Boo eine
1.28"
Houle/Baguula
1.38"
GPM
DIA.
GPM 0[I
GPM 1 DIA.
GPM
DIA
GPM
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GPM
DIA.
GPM
DIA
GPM
DIA.
GPM I DIA.
CPU
DIA
GPM
01a
GPM
018.
GPM I DIA
GPM
DIA.
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136 I 236'
139
I 232
149
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162
248'
22
254'
190
259'
205 1 264'
208
268'
220
271'
248
279'
291 293
337
'1 30r
50
95
256'
23 i 269'
152 280'
156
1 284'
166
288'
181
295'
192
302'
212
-: 307
229 312'
233 1
317'
246
320'
277
333'
325 348'
377
i 364'
60
104
283'
135 I 294'
166 ` 310'
01
315'
182
320'
198
327'
211
334'
232
340'
251 345'
255
350'
210
354'
303
367'
356 386'
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413
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70
113 296'
H6 308'
180 ' 327'
184
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196
336'
214 343'
221
350'
251
358'
271 ? 366'
275
377
291
375'
328
390'
384 407'
446
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80
20
305'
156 `. 323'
192 I338'
197
345'
210
350' 229 357'
243
1 364'
268
372'
289 379'
294
384'
311
389'
350
404'
411 422
476
1 436'
90
128
310'
165 1 329'
204 I 346'
209
352'
223
358' 243
366'
258
374'
285
382'
307 1 390'
312 :
395'
330
40P
371
41T
436 429'
506
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314'
174 ; 334'
215 1 350'
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235
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372'
212
379'
300
387'
324 395'
329
401'
348
407'
392
418'
459 434'
533
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110
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317'
182 i 336'
225 352'
231
359'
246
366'
268
374'
285
38Z
315
391'
339 399'
345
404' -
365
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411
421'
482 438'
559
I 453'
120
147
318'
791 i 339'
235 355'
241
1 363'
257
369'
280
371'
298
1 385'
329
393'
354 40'
360
407
381
415'
429
424'
503 442
584
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Distance t'o residence (oL.PIE? r than owner);
-0
0 scWs (farrow to finis�)
x
0 sows (farrow eerier) x
3520 head (finishing only)
0 sows \farrow to wean) x
0 head (wean to feeder)
Describe other �
x
x
l4l7 lbs
522 lus.
|35 lbs
433 lbs
30 1bs
Date: 06/26/S5
2000.0 feet
_
=
=
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=
=
Total Average Live Weight =
m11MMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VCLUME OF LA6OO�
\/oluuie = 475200 lbs. ALA x Treatment
Treatmen� Volume(CF)/1b. ALW =
Volume = 475200 cu��ic [eet
0
0
4752�0
0
0
0
lbs
lu:Is
lbs
lbs
lbs
475200 lbs
V0lumEL' (CF)/lLW
STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUD8E
���. T- _ Eo N--y- «j&KD«cow«��
0.0 cuc�ic feet
4 TOTAL VCL0�E
'
Tap of dike e1evation (/eet)--
Bottoelevatzon (feet)------------
Freeboarcl (feet)-----------------------------
Sicje slopes (inside lagoon) --------------
Total design volume using prismoida1 formula
SS/EN3�
30
SS/ENO2 SS/SIDEl SS/SIDE2
30 3 0 3 0
AREA OF TOP
�EN6TH * UIDTH =
3740 235.5
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WlDTH =
3l�.0 l75.5
AREA O� MIDSECTION
LEN6TH * \�lDTH * 4
344 0 205.5
LEN8TH
374.0
WIDTH
2355
S8077 (AREA OF TOP)
SEE, l07 (AREA OF B0T70M)
282768
l
OEPTH
(AREA O� MIDSECTION * �)
=
[AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM]
88077.0 282768.0 55l07.0
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DEPTH/6
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5.
TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAlmAGE
Lagoon
Lengt� * Width =
380.0 24l.5 9l770.0 square feet
Buzldings (roof and lot water)
C.' square feet
TOTA- DA 9l770.0 square feet
Des1gn 'Temporary storage period to be l80 days.
Volume Clf waste produced
Feces & urine proc1 Uct1on in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW l.37
Describe this area.
Volume = 475200 lbs� ALW/l35 l��s. ALWgal/day
Volume = 858082 ga1s. or ll6047.l cu�ic feet
~~
Volume of wash water
l80 c:ays
�nis is t�e amount of fresh wa�er used for washing floors or volume
of fres� water used for a flush systemFlush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for i: 5A.
Volume =
0.0 gallons/day * l80 days storage/748 gallons
per CF
Volume = 0.0 cub1c
feet
5C. Volume of raznfall in excess of evaperation
Use period of t1me when rainfall exceeCs evaporation by largest amount.
l80 days excess rainfall
=
Volume = 7.0 in * DA / l2 inches per
Volume = 53532.5 cubic feet
foot
7.0 inches

r7�
5D Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
-
�
VoluU.e = 7 5 inches / l2 inches per �oot * DA
Volume =
57356 3 cubic feet
TOTAL PE0UIRED TEMPORARY STORA6E
5A.
SB�
5C�
SD.
TOT��L
SUMM�RY
ll6047 cubic feet
0 cuuic fee�
53533 cubic feet
S7366 cubic feet
226936 cubic feet
Tem��o�a�v storage period====================�
R. n excess of evaporation===========>
rainfail==================>
Freenoard===================================>
To� of �ike elavation===========-----====�==>
Bot�oo of lagocn elevation==================>
Actual uesign /olume===================-====>
Seasonal �i��� �atertab1� elevation
Stop puaping eiev==========================>
tr�e SHWT elev ==========>
MUst- be > or = to min. req e,. el=>
Re-�ue===========> �75200
nust be a� oa�tom of �'eeboaro & 25 yrraiofail
�ct�al vol��me 1e�s
Yolume
25 yr.- 24 nr rainfall==> E5256�
pumping
Re�uireu volUme to be pumped================>
uai /olume planned to be pumped==========>
Min tnickness of soil liner when required==>
649\S8
l69580
l7l782
l.6
|8`) days
7 0 inches
inches
} } feet
30
380 J feet
24}� faet
55.5 feet
�4S feet
702l36 c��t
709920 cu
5l 7 feei
48.� fee�
50 5 [eet
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SHEET l OF 2
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
This lagoon is de-,igned for waste treatment (permanent storage) and
l80 days of temporary storage. Tne time required for ti-le planneo
fluid level (permanent and temporary storage) to be reacheo may vary
due to site conditions' weatner' flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the sysL-em.
The designeu temporary storage consists of 180 Jays storage for:
to and (2) ances1, .`aiC.ial! in FAWe/ e°ap`'racion A�s�
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 througi-iout 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 tr-iis storage
volL^me must always be available
A maximum elevation is determined in each design to begin
pumping and this is usually the outlet invert of p�pe(s) from
buiIding(s) If Lhe ouLlet pipe is not installed at the elevation to
SEQi11 pumpUnig, a permanent marker must be installed at this elevation
to inkicate wOen pumping should begin. An elevation must ne establishec
to stop pumPing to maintain lagoon treatment dept'�
Pum�ing can be startecj or stopped at any time two
ele�ations for operating convenience as site permit, such a�
�eather, soils' croo' and equipment in order to apPly waste witnout
runof[ or Ieachin�
Laod applicag zed as �n accepta�le
of sposal :Petof applicat'1on incluce solid set,
caoter pivot, guns, and traveling gun irr,e sInou\C I be
ta�e: wha� applying was�e �o preven� uama�e to cro��s
The followiog items are �o be carried ou��
` It is strongly recommended that the treatment la. ;7.re-
charged ix" |/2 its capacity to urevent excessive
st�'�-upPre-charging reduces the concentration of t�e initial
waste entering t��e lagoon thereby reuucing o�ors. So1i�s snuu1d oe
cove/ed it� effluent at all times Wdhen precrim rgirig is coopte,
flush buildings witn recycled lag000 liquid. Fresh water snould not
be used for flushing after initial filling.
2The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends samplinand testing of waste (sea attachment)
[ore land application
3 Begin temporary storage pump -out of tne lagoon wnen eve1
'eaches t�e elevation 53.8 as marked by permanent marker. Stop puuo
out when the fluid level reactoes elevation 5l7 [his �emporary
storage' less 25 yr- 24 hr storm_ contains l69580 cubic feet or
l2S8455 gallons.

4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is
one (l) inch and the recommended maximum application rate is 0.8
inch per Aour. Refer to the waste utilization plan for further details
G. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation shcu1d be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
G. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
esiaoliso in vega�atzon.
7All surface runoff 1s to be diverted from the lagoon to sta��le
outlets.
8Keep a minimum of 25 feet of grass vegetated bu[fer arounc1
waste utilization fields adjacent to perennial streamsaste will
not be applied in open ditches. Do not pump within 200 feet of a
residence or within 100 feet of a wellWaste shall be appliad in a
manner not �o reach otr�er properny and public right-of-ways
9The Clean Water Act of l977 prcmibits the discharge of
pollutants into waters of the United States. The Department of
Environment' Health, and Natural Resources` Division of Environ-
mantal Management' �as the responsibility for enforcing this law.

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SHEET l OF 2
SPECIFICATIONG FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTE TREATMENT LAGOONS
FOU;vDATION PREPARATION:
T�e found�tion are7-t nf the lanoon embankment and buildinq n�� shall �=
cleared of trees' logs' st-umps' roots, brush, boulders,sod and rubLis�
l �c ua�e of all ��bri� The �o�soil �.�.
the lagoon and pad area should be stripped and stockpiled for use on
the o��e anc1 pad areas. After stripping, the fouodation area of the
lagoon emnankment and ±milding pad shall be thoroughly loosened prior
to �lacing the first lift of fill material to get a good bond.
EXCAVATION AND EARTi.-4FILL PLACEMENT�
The comple�ed excavation anu earthfill shal� conform to the lines'
grades' anc� elevations s; Iown on tne plans. Eartr'fill materia1 shall
�e free of material such as sod` roots' frozen soil` stone�i over
6 ioches �n diame�er, and other obJec�ionable material. To the extent
the� are suitable' excavated materials can be used as fill. The fill
s-al, be brougnt up in approximately horizontalayers not to exceeu �
inches in tnickness when loose anc1 prior to compaction. Each layer
will be comoacted �y �omplete coverage witn the hauling and spreading
equipment ur standard tamping roller or other equivalent method.
Caf:tioo will be considered adequate when fill material is observed
tu consoliCxate to the poznt tha� settlement is not readily detectible
NOTE THE SPECIA� RE(�UI�EMENTS FOR PLACE '^T OF LINERS IN THE LINER
SECTIJ� OF THlS SPECIFICATlON. The embankment of the lagoon shall be
ins�alleo using the more im�ervious materials from the required
�xca�ations. Construction of fill heights shall include 5 percent fo'
s�t�l�ment� Oikes over l5 fee� in height anc1 ith an iwpoundmen�
capy of l0 acre-feet or more fall unoer the jurisdiction of the N�
Dam �a/�ty Law. The nezght is defined as the a di[�re�ce �n elavation
from th� constructed height to the downstream toa of the dike
precau�ions s�all be taker during construction to �revent excessive
erosio� and sedimentation.
LI*ER.
T;--'E MINIMESS S��AL� SE l 5 ft.
NOTE� LT��RS (PARTIA� �R FU�L) ARE RE(�VIREO WHEN THE ATTACHED SOILS
INVESTIGATION REPORT SO I�DICATES OR WHEN UNSUITABLE MATERIAL IS
ENCOUNTERED OURING CONSTRUCTION� A TYPICAL CROSS SECTION OF THE LINER
IS INCLUDED IN THE DESI8� WHEN LINERS ARE REQUIRED 8y THE SOlLS REPORT
When areas Of unsuitable mat-erial are encountered' they wi1l be over-
excavate� �elow finish grade to the specifiec� depth as measured
perpendicular to the yinish gracie. The foundation snalL be oacwfille-,
as spec:fied to gra�e with a SCS approveu material (ie - CL'SC,CH).
REFER TO T�� SOlLS INVESTI8ATION INFORMATION IN T�E PLANS FOR SPECIAL
CONSIDERATIONS.

SHEET 2 OF 2
Soil liner material shall come from an approved borrow area. The
rfl i "i! i rflurfl water content of the liner material shall be optimum moisture
content which relates t.c that moisture content when the soil is kneader
in ; 't• h e hand it will form a ball which does not readily separate. Water
shall be elided to borrow as necessary to insure proper moisture conten
during placement of the liner. The rf1c'ist•uriw content of the liner
• Z .. f ' !_+ be Pl C:. _ than
hr. (•+"1 t;', r. t :% m ; _ Z tI . f,.:= t. • e ':` conte.z..nt. during r' .- •� �— ~• ' ! ~ � '
The maximum water c nt.ent• i^e1ctt.f;s t. t.r"1e s_i1 rftcttr`ricti being t•_C wet
tt � !^► rt being O t t
recien.• _ti s f � +_ Y -"i �.'t L•t .l f i • J C.- q t-1 .. r • r : ! C" ! •.! I : r •_) • • i- • C�• ' �. � � :. i..+ .� �. L• S. i •-.+ e .
C oi i r GctC t. 1 eJn of the liner includes 1. c eri1en't• in 9 inch lifts and
c t_:pi c t•i; d to at least 90 percent of the maximum ASTM D698 D 1' y Unit
Weight of the liner material.When smooth t•`'t or hard, d, the previous lift
shall be scarified d and moistened as needed before plctceri1e'ift• of the 's:te:�::
lift -
The single most:iilpctr'i•.»t!St• factor affLy»ct.ingg( the t:tvera i 1 compacted p;_r'& -
ati l ► t••�' of a clay liner, other than the typet- f clay used for the
i _ -"r. r: - �.! .. ' _t r t r �? of f - -f! _ 1 i n __ - + C:: t! �' f �. C .�. s ! i t• � + 1».I � .�. •f~ �.,.3 i_ '�. � +_. 'i �;' ^ t=• ], y� � ! „! t = 't. _ +
The sequence of equipment use and the routing of equipment in an est.a`
and
�
1. •w s•I • ._ '�� pattern helps assure uniformity �. 'I"i t•�f �' whole placement t
tamping
L i : ;t •_i :. t• : +_i i -f process. For most clay soils. l".t 't: ct fi i p i n g or r : } S e 1± p s f '._i t_t t•
roller ►s the preferable type of compaction e-! F .
The soil 1 y.'Ier shall be protected r'c� the discharge 4 .+^ _ waste outlet
'� � i f �.• f � -i ... • C. 1 S :t _�j S=: S r'r t:t `
pipes. This can be done t:ty Lii...i.i"fg some type of energy di.dissipatorc.rocs
or using I, l . 1 1-•t ,i rk outlets on waste
`s.!. e pipes.
Alternatives to soil liners ^.:i.r' siii r'ieti:. Li}..fe.rs and be•;"n't.i;nit•e sect1ctn-
Wenthese a r e specified, additional t t c - y t. t: specifications r' e
i. {�_. i'Z�L S are
' .t • this Construction Specification.
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! _ I_, t:t f f trench
r .eIl_h shall be c tit.+ r .::i t. r• t.+ ` t. t'_' tj under !der t. h ri' s i f S L+ :::t i .i k ri t r : area ,,,+ 7I w' i
shown a typical cross section in the plans. Thefir�=.1 depthf tthe... f•_ ' I ttrench
• r e r! !_ h shall LJ e t:� a 't• a r• rff I n'Yr d by t:t 1.:t :J _. r 'S% a .i t_t : '1 _t f �. • h foundation
ff;steria
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All c!xposed embankment and other bEtre constructed areas shall be SEed.a,
to t_• L»i it ;_t I Ct .'f :: i� •.i type t_+ f vegetation as soon as possible after construc-
tion
according t& t b seeding i 1 t specifications. Topsoil should
t place,
t• 1 � t.�j -�• t f t,t u ! t=� t'=
or areas of the dike and pad to b1 seeded. Temporary s'eedi I»Ia or rifL:16-1
c,3"IEt 1 !. be used if the recommended rfIrile.nded e1trt1 itner! • vegetation is out of _ a on
ti_-ttt__.. for seeding. Permanent vegetation should be established -_+_ t= soon
.». 1t ti.•�i►.: 1 _: as
a r_tos i`•t1_. during the next period t:.ti approved seeding dates.
REMOVAL OF EXISTING TILE .DRAIN ;• l 6 ti (,)wO6& I i . PCB,-04i
Ciwv'Q' ecx-d-77 - 4 ro G' 6'41- 0 a
?tGe arc Si 75
When tile drains are encountered, the tile will be removed toa rfI 1f1ri.
i
t.
of 10 feet beyond the outside toe of slope of the dike. The tile
shall be 't ' � •! y .; a 5 with good
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k �1 t" f 1 .l i �:! t._S and t...f i:: rt ! i : .. ._ t. >~:: j ..� t .'f t�t t».t t�� material such i l_ t I as

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SEEDING SPECIFICATIONS
AREA TO BE SEEDED: 4.0 ACRES
USE THE SEED MIXTURE INDICATED AS FOLLOWS,
240.0 �BS. FESCVE QRASS AT 60 L8���/ACRE
OR VV I�T���)
SEEDING DATES: 8EPTEM8ER l TO NOVEMBER 30
FEBRUARY l TO MARCH 30
l20.0 LBS. RYE GRAIN AT 30 LBS./ACRE (NURSERY FOR FESCUE)
240.0 LBS. 'PEN8ACOLA' BAHIA GRASS AT 60 LGS /ACRE
(SEE FOOTNOTE NO. l)
SEEDING DATES� �ARCH l5 TO JUNE l5
32.0 LBS� HULLED COMMON BERMUDA 8RASS AT 8 LBS./ACRE
(SUITED FOR MOST SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES' APRI� l TO JULY 311
40�0 LBS. UmHULLED COMMON BERMUDA 8RASS AT lS LBS./ACRE
SEEDIN8 DATEG. JA�UARY l TO MARCH 30
00 LBS. HYE GRASS AT 40 LBS./ACRE (TEMPORARY YEGETATION)
8EEDING DATESCEMBER l TO MA�CH 3�
APPLY THE FOLLOIN��
4000.0 �-BS� O� l0-)O-|0 FERTI�I%l000 �9S./ACRE)
80 TONS OF DOLOMITIC LIME (2 TON8/ACRE)
400 0 BALES OF SMALL GRAIN 8TRAW (l00 BALES/ACRE)
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ALL SURFACE DRAIN8 SHOULD BE INST�LLED PRIOR TO SEEDING. SHAPE
ALL DISTURBED AREA IMMEDIATELY AFTER EARTH MOVIN8 lS COMPLETED.
APPLY ME AND FERTILIZER THEN DIS� TO PREPARE A 3 TO 4 INCH
SMOOTH SEEDBED. APPLY SEED AND FIRM S2ED8ED WITH A CULTIPACKER
OR SIMILAR EQUIPMENT. APPLY MULCH AND SECURE WITH A I'll -lit CH
ANCHORING TQOL OR NETTING.
l. PENSACOLA BAHIAGRAS8 IS SLOWER TO ESTABLISH THAN COMMON
BERMUDA GRA88. WHEN U8IN8 BAHIA, IT l8 RECOMMENDED THA_8
LBS./ACRE OF COMMON BERMUDA BE INCLUDEO TO PROVIOE COVER
UNTIL BAHIAGRASS IS ESTABLISHED.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONF. NI JMRFR S
DWQ 9/0 - 39q- 3goo
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 9i 0 - of 96 - A/ b o
SWCD 9/0- 02q6 -a/ao
NRCS 9io-aid - A/a/
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 your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every effort to
ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for all
employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may or may not be possible.
Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed below.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that caused 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:
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a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
E. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed to flowi;
a. Dig a small sump or ditch away from the embankment to catch all seepage, put
in a submersible pump, and pump back to the 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.
2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Ate potable water wells in danger (either on or off of the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, call your DWQ (Division of Water Quality) regional office;
Phone - - . After hours, emergency number. 919-733-3942. Your phone call
should include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details of the incident from item
2 above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of the spill,
weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that have been under taken, and the
seriousness of the situation.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health 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 Sheriffs Department and explain your problem
to them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies for you.
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5. Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair of problem to minimize off -site
damage.
a. Contractors Name: Aoc: ``'-Y Se C •
b. Contractors Address: " (IC.- a)4 % 144 f+AdC Him
c. Contractors Phone: ZA'2.- 5%6 - 2- `F -
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting Engineer, etc.
a. Name:
b. Phone:
sery �.
tem, te-eMAC. ciy
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to rectify
the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste management plan to keep
problems with release of wastes from happening again.
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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 trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating
the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes ---look for:
1. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

Lagoon surface ---look for:
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
Embankment ---look for:
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability ---slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalis, thereby weakening the lagoon dam.
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps ---check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your pumping
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not the time
to think about switching, repairing , or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is full,
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface
drainage waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets,
and parking lot runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste
treatment or storage structures. The only water that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an inflow problem from a surface water diversion or there may be seepage into the
lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
1. Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before
waste loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial
filling or another means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of
the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize
bacterial establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon
liquid volume. This seeding should occour at least two weeks prior to the
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7. A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained
and recharged each day, also work well.

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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:

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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.