310862_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: 31-0862 Certificate Of Coverage Number: AWS310862
2. Facility Name: Vance J. Basden Farm
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): Vance J Basden
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 4331 E NC 24
City: Beulaville State: NC Zip: 28518
Telephone Number: 910-298-4794 Ext. E-mail:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 4336 E NC 24
City: Beulaville State: NC Zip: 28518
6. County where Facility is located: Duplin
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner): Brian L Welch
g, Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code): 910-298-3729 Ext.
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"): Murphv-Brown LLC
10. Operator Name (OIC): Brian L. Welch Phone No.: 910-298-4794
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit:
Operation Tyres:
Operations Type
Swine - Feeder to Finish
Allowable Count
2,392
OIC #: 18183
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
/0/2.1) f6
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19.50
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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), signed by the owner and a certified technical saecialist, 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: 2019PermitRenewal®ncdenr.gov

I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any .persona 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:
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Signature: ic 4 5 I 8 s 11 a
Title:
Date:
Name: f` `bt✓1- W �l �i' vL- Title:
Signature: v" • Date: " '.2 770/ : .
Name: Title:
Signature: Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
E-mail: 2019PermitRenewal(a3ncdenr.gov
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019

• 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
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Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours of knowledge of animal
death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing stream or public body of water
(G.S.106-403). The bottom of the burial pit should be at least one foot above the seasonal
high water table. Attach burial location map and plan.
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.
Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
A composting system approved and permitted by the NC Department of Agricufture & 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 Departmerit of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
Any method which, in the professional opinionoof the State Veterinarian, wouldmake possible
the salvage of Part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recommended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
• A catastrophic mortality disposal plan is part of the facility's CAWMP and is activated
when numbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
Veterinarian.
• Burial must besdone 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 c nical Specialist
3-27-'20/ �
• Date
7--001
Date

PRODUCER:
LOCATION:
TELEPHONE:
TYPE OPERATION:
NUMBER OF ANIMALS:
(Design Capacity)
7,If ne.
Vance Basden, Jr.
4331 NC 24E
Beulaville, NC 28518
[phone]
Feeder - Finish
2392
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The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or ,when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons. ft, tons. etc.)
2,392 animals X t
►T!ON PLAN
(tons) waste/animal/year = 4,545 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
2,392 animals X 2
Guide Std. 633)
lbs. PAN/animal/year = 5,502 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C.
Tech
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Tract
Field*
No.
Soil
Tvpe
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N
Per A
Month of
T71952
1
NoA/B
Bermuda(G&H)
285
16.48
4696.8
March - Sept.
T71952
--1
NoNB
Small Grain(G)
50
16.48
824
Sept. - April
otal 16.48 5,520.80
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield expectation,
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land [see
Required Specification 2])
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Rer Acre* Utilized Application
* See footnote for Table 1.
Total
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1
Table 2
Total
Amount of N Produced
Surplus or Deficit
16.48
5,521
0.00
16.48
5,521
5,502
(19)
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at
agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over
application of nutrient or other elements.
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See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Crop
Field
No.
Soi! Type
Application
Rate (In/Hr'
Application
Amount (In.)
1
NoA/B
Bermuda
0.5
.5-1
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of once every fi MONTHS. In no instance should the volume of
waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation *see lagoon design.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or Soil
and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for assistance in
determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to applying the
waste.
Narrative of operation:
Acres shown are 'wetted' acres using a 3" reel. Bermuda rate is for a combination of haying and
grazing. With the rate being used, at least 3.5 tons of bermuda should be removed each year
as hay. The remaining bermuda may be grazed. All small grain may be grazed.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
1 Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
2 There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns or has an
agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply the waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he/she shall provide a copy of
an agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the
use of the land for waste application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to
secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
3 Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions, and level
of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
nutrients.
4 Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
m.ay be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but Tess than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
Standard 393 - Filter Strip).
5 Odofs can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
6 When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7 Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that runoff
does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies.
8 Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
9 Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10 Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
11 Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the following:
The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from a lagoon that is a
component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any residential property boundary
and from any perennial stream or river (other than an irrigation ditch or canal. Animal
waste other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995), shall not be
applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
12 Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13 Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those
owned by the landowner.
14 Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
15 Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that courses no runoff or drift from the site.
16 Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
17 A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced as necessary to
protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc.,
are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed
and accessible. Berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of
erosion, leakage or discharge.
18 If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
19 Waste handling structures, piping pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, Teaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
20 Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied pre -plant with no further applications animal waste
during the crop season.
21 Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to
mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
22 Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
23
Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Vance Basden, Jr.
Owner / Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
certification to be submitted .to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner:
(Please print)
Signature: /4464/_. Date:
Name of Manager (If different from owner):
Signature:
,2/2/6/90/
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Kraig A. Westerbeek
Affiliation:
Murphy Family Farms
Address (Agency): P.O. Box 759
Signature:
Rose Hill, NC 211458
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Date: c/iR �/d /

Landowner/Operator Name:
Address:
Telephone:
Table 1 - Field Specifications
Field
Number
Approximate
Maximum
Useable Size
of Field
(acres) Soil Type Slope %
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IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS
Vance Basden, Jr.
4331 ENC24
Beulaville, NC 28518
[phone]
Crop(s)
County: Duplin
Date: 2/20/01
Maximum
Maximum Application
Application per Irrigation
• Rate Cycle
(In/hr) (inches
Comments
1
16.48
NoA/B
<5
Bermuda
0.5
.5-1.0
Pulls 1-4

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TABLE 2 - Travelling Irrigation Gun Settings
Make, Model and Type of Equipment: 3" Travellers
Field No.
and
Hydrant No.
Travel
Speed
(ft/min
Application
Rate
(in/hr.)
TRAVEL LANE
Effective Effective
Width(ft.) Len ath(ft
Nt
Wetted Nozzle Operating Operating
Diameter Diameter Pressure Pressure Arc
feet
Inches at Gun(psi} at reel(osi) Pattern Comments - Acres per pull
F1,H1
1.77
0.37
270
310
300
1.08
60
95
330
3.13
F1,H2
2.12
0.5
200
350
'300
1.08
60
95
220
2.45
F1,H3
1.77
0.37
220
600
300
1.08
60
95
330
4.28 •
F1,H4
1.77
0.37
255
940
300
1.08
60
95
330
6.62
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Grower: VANCE & EVELYN BASUEN Designed By:
Address: 4331 EAST NC 24 Checked By:
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518 Date:
County: DUPLIN Sheet 1 of 7
ANAEROBIC WASTE er_nnr►i DESIGN
JWR
JNT
10/23/96
FARM INFORMATION
Nursery:
Finishing:
Farrow to weanling:
Farrow to feeder:
Farrow to finish:
Boars:
Storage Period:
25 Yr. / 24 Hr Storm Event
"Heavy Rain" Factor
Rainfall in Excess of Evaporation
Additional Water Usage:
Additional Drainage Area:
Farm Population:
Not Applicable
LAGOON INFORMATION
Is Lagoon Designed as an Irregular Shape?
Does Operator Want Emergency Spillway?
Is This Design for an Existing Farm?
Is Drain Tile Req'd to Lower SHWT?
Seasonal High Water Table Elev:
Freeboard:
Emergency Spillway Flow Depth:
Top of Storm / Spillway Buffer:
Side Slopes:
Top of Dike Elevation:
Finished Bottom Elevation:
Start Pump Elevation:
Stop Pump Elevation:
LAGOON VOLUME
Storm Stor =
Temporary =
Permanent =
Total Volume =
(Y/N)
(Y/N)
(Y/N)
(Y/N)
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Press ALT—C to Download
contour areas see sheet 2 of 7...
REQUIREDVOL.
45017 (Cu.Ft.)
121139 (Cu.Ft.)
324000 (Cu.Ft.)
490,156 (Cu.Ft.)
Min. Required Liner Thickness
Lagoon Surface Area: (Inside TOD)
Y
N
Y
N
0
2400 Hd.
0
0
0
0
180 Days
7,5 In.
7.0 In.
0
0
94.50 Ft.
1.0 Ft.
3 :1 (H:V)
102.00 Ft.
91.50 Ft.
100.20 Ft.
98.00 Ft.
DESIGN VOLUMES % REQ'D.
53,876 (Cu.Ft.)
139,109 (Cu.Ft.)
331,067 (Cu.Ft.)
524,053 (Cu.Ft.)
119.68%
114.83%
102.18%
106.92%
1.5 Ft.
72,027 S.F.
Murphy Family Farms Engineering
P.O. Box 759, Rose Hill NC 28458
[phone]

Grower:
Address:
County:
VANCE & EVELYN BASUE N
4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
DUPLIN
i
Designea By:
Checked By:
Date:
Sheet 2 of 7
JWR
JNT
10/23/96
ACTUAL DESIGN VOLUME CALCULATIONS
LAGOON STAGE -AREA VOLUMES
Contour
Elevation (FT.) Area (SF)
91.50 42,478
92.00 43,711
93.00 46,230
94.00 48,819
95.00 51,477
96.00 54,204
97.00 57,001
98.00 59,867
99.00 62,803
100.00 65,808
101.00 68,882
102.00 72,027
Incr. Vol. (Cu. FT) Cumul. Vol. (Cu. FT)
21,547
44,971
47,525
50,148
52,841
55,603
58,434
61,335
64,306
67,345
70,455
21,547
66,518
114,042
164,190
217,031
272,633
331,067
392,402
456,708
524,053
594,507
These volumes were calculated using the vertical average end area method.
TOTAL REQD VOLUME: 490,156 CF
END PUMP ====>
START PUMP = = = >
MAX STORAGE = = >
98.00 FT
100.20 FT
101.00 FT
CUMULATIVE VOL.
331,067 CF TR'MT
470,177 CF TEMP
524,053 CF STORM
Murphy Family Farms Engineering P.O. Box 759, Rose Hill NC 28458
ZONE VOL 106.92%
331,067 10218%
139,109 114.83%
53,876 119.68%
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Grower: VANCE & EVELYN BALCN
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Address: 4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
County: DUPLIN
Checked By: JNT
Date: 10/23/96
Sheet 3 of 7
MINIMUM REQUIRED VOLUME CALCULATIONS
Permanent Storage:
Requir
Sludge
Animal Type Capacity * ALW * (cu.ft./Ib) = Total
Nursery
0
30
1.00
0
Finishing
2,400
135
1.00
324,000
Farrow to wean l i n g
0
433
1.00
0
Farrow to feeder
0
522
1.00
0
Farrow to finish
0
1,417
1.00
0
Boars
0
400
1.00
0
otal Required Treatment Volume (cu. ft.) = 324,000
Animal Type Capacity * ALW * (cu.ft./Ib) = Total
Nursery
0
30
0.00
0
Finishing
2,400
135
0.00
0
Farrow to weanling
0
433
0.00
0
Farrow to feeder
0
522
0.00
0
Farrow to finish
0
1,417
0.00
0
Boars
0
400
0.000
0
otal Required Sludge Storage Volume (cu. ft.) =
Temporary Storage Volume:
Manure Production:
0
Animal Type Capacity * Sto. Period * (gals/Hd./day) = Total
Nursery
0
180
0.30
0
Finishing
2,400
180
1.37
591,840
Farrow to wean l i n g
0
180
4.39
0
Farrow to feeder
0
180
. , . 5.30
0
Farrow to finish
0
180
14.38
0
Boars
0
180
4.06
0
otal Manure Production (gals.) =
Total Manure Production (cu.ft.)=
Excess Fresh Water:
591,840
79,123
Animal Type Capacity * Sto. Period * (gals/Hd./day) = Total
Nursery
0
180
0.00
0
Finishing
2,400
180
0.00
0
Farrow to wean l i n g
0
180
0.00
0
Farrow to feeder
0
180
0.00
0
Farrow to finish
0
180
0.00
0
Boars
0
180
0.00
0
otal Fresh Water Excess (gals.) =
Total Fresh Water Excess (cu.ft.)=
0
0
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Grower: VANCE & EVELYN BALcEN
Desi n � B : JW
R
y
Address: 4331 EAST NC 24 Checked By: JNT
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518 Date: 10/23/96
County: DUPLIN Sheet 4 of 7
Temporary Storage Volume: (Cont.)
Rainfall in Excess of Evaporation:
Vol. = (Lagoon Surface Area + Additional Drainage Area) * Rainfall / 12in./ft
Vol. = (72027 sq.ft. + 0 sq.ft.) * 7 in. /12 in./ft.
Total Required Volume for Rainfall in Excess of Evap. (cu.ft.)= 42,016
Storm Storage:
VoI.=(Lagoon Surf. Area + Addt'I Drainage Area) * 25Yr./24Hr. Storm(in) / 12in./ft.
Vol. = (72027 sq.ft + 0 sq.ft.) * 7.5 in. /12 in./ft.
Total Required Volume for 25Yr. —24Hr. Storm Event (cu.ft) = 45,017
"Heavy Rain" Storage:
Vol. = (Lagoon Surf. Area + Addt'I Drainage Area) * "Heavy Rain" Factor (in) / 12in./ft.
Vol. = (72027 sq.ft + 0 sq.ft.) * 0.0 in. /12 in./ft.
Total Required Volume for "Heavy Rain" (cu.ft.) = 0
(for Extended Periods of Chronic Rainfall)
Additional Water Storage:
No Additional Water Storage is Required
Total Required Storm Storage
(25 Yr. / 24 Hr. Storm + "Heavy Rain") =
Total Required Temporary Storage
(Manure Prod. + Excess Fr. Water + Rainfall Excess) =
Total Required Permanent Storage
(Treatment + Sludge) =
45,017 (CU.FT)
121,139 (CU.FT)
324,000 (CU. FT)
TOTAL REQUIREDVOLUME = 490156 (CU.FT.)
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Grower:
Address:
County:
VANCE & EVELYN BAS,cN
4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
DUPLIN
Designea By: JWR
LAGOON DESIGN SUMMARY
Top of Dike Elevation
Emergency Spillway Crest Elevation
Top of 25 yr/24 hr Storm Storage
Top of "Heavy Rain" Storage
Start Pump Elevation
End Pump Elevation
Top of Sludge Storage
Seasonal High Watertable Elev.
Finished Bottom Elevation
Inside Top Length
Inside Top Width
Side Slopes
Lagoon Surface Area
Min. Liner Thickness (if required)
Freeboard Depth
Temporary Storage Period
Zone Depths:
Checked By: JNT
Date: 10/23/96
Sheet 5 of 7
102.00 FT.
Not Applicable
101.00 FT.
Not Applicable
100.20 FT.
98.00 FT.
Not Applicable
94.50 FT.
91.50 FT.
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
3:1 H:V
72,027 SF
1.5 FT.
1.00 FT.
180 Days
TOTAL DESIGN VOLUME = 524053 (CU.FT.)
Treatment / Sludge Storage Zone Depth
Temporary Storage Zone Depth
Freeboard / Storm Storage Zone Depth
Total Lagoon Depth
6.5 FT.
2.2 FT.
1.8 FT.
10.5 FT.
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Grower: VANCE & EVELYN BASDEN Designed By: JWR
Address: 4331 EAST NC 24 Checked By: JNT
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518 Date: 10/23/96
County: DUPLIN Sheet 6 of 7
ZONE ELEVATIONS
TOP OF DIKE ELEV = 102.00
/ 1 / 1
/ 1 TOP OF STORM ELEV = 101.00 / 1
/ 1 / 1
1 /
1 /
STRT PMP EL.= 100.20 1 TOP OF TEMP STORAGE ELEV = 100.20 /
1
END PMP EL. = 98.00 1 TOP OF TREAT ELEV = 98.00 / SHWT = 94.50
1
1
1
1
FINISHED BOTTOM ELEV = 91.50
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Grower: VANCE & EVELYN BASLI`N d Desi nea : JWR
9 y
Address: 4331 EAST NC 24 Checked By: JNT
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518 Date: 10/23/96
County: DUPLIN Sheet 7 of 7
This livestock waste treatment lagoon is designed in accordance with the North Carolina
Natural Resources Conservation Service PRACTICE STANDARD 359— WASTE TREATMENT
LAGOON, revised prior to June, 1996.
Emergency Spillway:
An Emergency Spillway is not required.
DESIGNED:
DATE:
NOTE: See attached Waste Utilization Plan
0
COMMENTS: The lagoon has been designed as an irregular shape.
Actual contour areas taken from the lagoon design are used to calculate
the surface area and storage volume characteristics of the lagoon.
This approach insures that rainfall capture on the lagoon is fully
accounted for and that storage volumes calculated represent actual
conditions regardless of the shape.
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GROWER:
ADDRESS:
COUNTY:
VANCE & EVELYN BALEN
4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
DUPLIN
DESIGfVtD BY:
CHECKED BY:
ZATE:
SHEET 1
JWR
JNT
10/23/96
OF 2
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
This lagoon is designed for waste treatment (permanent storage) and 180 days of
temporary storage. The time required for the planned fluid level (permanent and
temporary storage) to be reached may vary due to site conditions, weather, flushing
operations, and the amount of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists of 180 days of temporary storage for:
(1) manure production of animals, (2) excess fresh water storage, (3) rainfall in
excess of evaporation, (4) storage for the 25 year / 24 hour storm for the location,
(5) and, if applicable, an additional "heavy rain" storage volume for chronic rainfall
events. Allocation for any additional fresh water usage is also included in the
temporary storage. The volume of waste generated from a given number of animals
will be fairly constant throughout the 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 staff gauge must be installed in the lagoon that indicates the start pumping and stop
pumping levels. The start pumping level is the maxium liquid level under normal operating
conditions. The stop pumping level is the minimum liquid level under normal
operation to maintain required treatment volume and depth. Pumping can be started
and stopped anywhere 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. However, it is recommended that the lagoon be kept
pumped down as much as possible.
Landapplication of wastewater is recognized as an acceptable method of disposal.
Methods of application include solid set, center pivot, guns, and traveling guns. Care
should be taken when applying waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
1. It is required that the treatment lagoon be precharged to one—half the treatent volume
or as otherwise specified on the lagoon design drawings before wastes are introduced.
The purpose is to prevent excessive odors during start—up. Precharging 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. The plan recommends
sampling and testing of waste before land application.
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GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BAS 1EN
DESIGNED BY: JWR
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24 CHECKED BY: JNT
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518 DATE: 10/23/96
COUNTY: DUPLIN SHEET 2 OF 2
3. Begin temporary storage pump —out of the lagoon when the fluid level reaches the
elevation 100.20 as marked by the staff gauge. Stop pump —out when the fluid level
reaches elevation 98.00. This temporary storage, less 25 year / 24 hour storm,
contains 139109 cubic feet or 1040539 gallons.
4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation is one (1) inch and the
recommended maximum application rate is 0.3 inches 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 or damaged areas 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 such that waste will not reach other property and public
rights —of —way.
9. The Clean Water Act of 1977 prohibits the discharge of pollutants into waters
of the United States. Waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways,
or wetlands by either discharge or by over —spraying. The Department of Environment,
Health, and Natural Resources, Division of Environmental Management,
has the responsibility for enforcing this law.
Murphy Family Farms Engineering
P.O. Box 759, Rose Hill NC 28458 [phone]

GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BAL EN
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
COUNTY: DUPLIN
DESIGNftO BY:
CHECKED BY:
DATE:
SHEET 1
JWR
JNT
10/23/96
OF 3
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 material may 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 equivalent method. Compaction will
be considered adequate when fill material is observed to consolidate to the point that
settlement is not readily detectable. 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 with an impoundment capacity of 10 acre—feet or more fall
under the jurisdiction of the NC Dam Safety Law and require permitting by the NC Dept. of
Environment, Health and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section. 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 CLAY LINER THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.5 FT.
NOTE: LINERS (PARTIAL OR FULL) ARE REQUIRED WHEN INDICATED ON THE
DRAWINGS OR WHEN MATERIAL IS ENCOUNTERED DURING CONSTRUCTION THAT
WILL NOT PROVIDE THE PERMEABILITY LIMITS AS STATED LATER IN THIS SECTION.
SUCH MATERIAL IS CONSIDERED UNSUITABLE WITH RESPECT TO LINING. A TYPICAL
CROSS SECTION OF THE LINER IS INCLUDED IN THE DRAWINGS WHEN LINERS
ARE REQUIRED.
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GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BAL.iN
DE
SIGNED BY: JWR
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
COUNTY: DUPLIN
CHECKED BY: JNT
DATE: 10/23/96
SHEET 2 OF 3
When areas of unsuitable material are encountered, they will be overexcavated 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 material approved by the
engineer or his representative.
REFER TO THE DRAWINGS FOR SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS.
Soil liner material shall come from an approved borrow area. The minimum moisture
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 moisture content during placement. The maximum moisture
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 95 percent of the Standard Proctor Maximum Dry Density
(ASTM D698) 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 permeability 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 in an established pattern helps
assure uniformity in the entire placement and compaction process. For most clay soils, a
tamping or sheepsfoot roller is the preferred type of compaction equipment.
In accordance with NRCS South National Technical Center (SNTC) Technical Note 716
(revised September 1993) the maximum allowable specific discharge of the liner is
1.0 x.10-S cm/sec. This specific discharge is dependant on the permeability of the
liner material, the liner thickness, and the hydrostatic pressure on the liner. With the
minimum required liner thickness stated earlier and the maximum liquid depth in the
lagoon, the maximum permeability of the compacted liner is 1.25 x 10-6 cm/sec. Upon
completion of the liner, undisturbed samples will be taken and tested for actual
permeability. Any permeability tests indicating a higher permeability than stated above
will be considered as failing. Failing tests will require recompaction of the liner material
and retesting.
For lagoons being built in soils which do not require clay lining the same permeability
requirements apply as for clay liners and testing of the in —situ material will be conducted.
During the excavation process, soils at the excavated surface are loosened as adjacent
material is being removed. As a result, the permeability of these surface soils is increased.
To insure proper compaction and minimum soil permeability, when lagoon excavation is
complete the inner side slopes and bottom shall be rolled thoroughly prior to testing.
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P.O. Box 759, Rose Hill NC 28458 [phone]

GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BAS` _N
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
COUNTY: DUPLIN
DESIGLi BY: JWR
CHECKED BY: JNT
DATE: 10/23/96
SHEET 3 OF 3
The soil liner shall be protected from scour produced by the discharge from waste outlet
pipes. This can be done by using some type of energy dissipator: concrete flumes,
concrete blocks laid tightly together, or using flexible pipe 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 or are shown on the drawings.
CUTOFF TRENCH:
A cutoff trench shall be constructed under the embankment area when called for in the
notes on the drawings or as shown on a typical cross section on the drawings. The final
dimensions of the cutoff trench shall be determined by observation of the foundation
materials during construction.
VEGETATION:
All exposed embankment and other bare constructed areas shall be seeded to the
planned type of vegetation as soon as possible after construction according to the
seeding specifications. Topsoil, if available on site should be placed on areas of the dike
and pad to be seeded. Temporary seeding ormulch shall be used if 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:
An observation trench shall be dug along the perimeter of the lagoon 25 feet outside the
proposed embankment toe to verify that no subsurface drain tile lines are present in the
lagoon area. The trench shall be dug to a minimum depth of five feet and shall have a width
adequate to accommodate equipment used for backfill and compaction. Trench side
slopes shall be 1:1 or flatter. Trench backfill shall be compacted as stated in the
EXCAVATION AND EARTHFILL PLACEMENT section of the specification.
When tile drains are encountered, the tile will be removed to a minimum of 25 feet beyond
the outside toe of slope of the dike. The tile trench shall be backfilled and compacted with
material approved by the engineer or his representative. Tile drains that are removed
shall be either capped off or rerouted around the lagoon, as directed by the engineer or
his representative.
SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS:
All operations shall be carried out in a safe, skillful, and workmanlike manner. All safety and
health regulations shall be observed and appropriate personal safety and health measures
used at all times during construction.
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P.O. Box 759, Rose Hill NC 28458 [phone]

GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BAL �N
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24 -
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
COUNTY: DUPLIN
DESIGN't) BY: JWR
CHECKED BY: JNT
DATE: 10/23/96
SHEET 2 OF 3
SEEDING SPECIFICATIONS
ACREAGE TO BE SEEDED: 2.0 ACRES
USE THE SEED MIXTURE INDICATED AS FOLLOWS:
120 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
60 LBS. RYE GRAIN AT 30 LBS./ACRE (NURSERY FOR FESCUE)
120 LBS. 'PENSACOLA' BAHIA GRASS AT 60 LBS./ACRE
(SEE FOOTNOTE NUMBER 1)
SEEDING DATES: MARCH 15 TO JUNE 15
16 LBS. HULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 8 LBS./ACRE
(SUITED FOR MOST SOIL CONDITIONS)
SEEDING DATES: APRIL 1 TO JULY 31
20 LBS. UNHULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 10 LBS./ACRE
SEEDING DATES: JANUARY 1 TO MARCH 30
80 LBS. RYE GRASS AT 40 LBS./ACRE (TEMPORARY VEGETATION)
SEEDING DATES: DECEMBER 1 TO MARCH 30
APPLY THE FOLLOWING:
2000 LBS. OF 10-10-10 FERTILIZER (1000 LBS./ACRE)
4 TONS OF DOLOMITIC LIME (2 TONS/ACRE)
200 BALES OF SMALL GRAIN STRAW (100 BALES/ACRE)
ALL SURFACE DRAINS SHOULD BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO SEEDING. SHAPE ALL
DISTURBED AREAS IMMEDIATELY AFTER EARTH MOVING IS COMPLETED.
APPLY LIME AND FERTILIZER THEN DISK TO PREPARE A 3 TO 4 INCH SMOOTH
SEEDBED. APPLY SEED ANDFIRM SEEDBED WITH A CULTIPACKER OR SIMILAR
DEVICE. APPLY MUCH AND SECURE WITH AN ANCHORING TOOL OR NETTING.
1. PENSACOLA BAHIA GRASS 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
BAHIA GRASS IS ESTBLISHED.
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[phone]

GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BALEN
DESIGNtD BY: JWR
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518
COUNTY: DUPLIN
CHECKED BY: JNT
DATE: 10/23/96
SHEET 1 OF 2
Emergency Action Plan
Using this outline as guidance, you should develop a specific emergency action plan for your
waste handling system.. This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your
operation are leaking, overflowing, or running off the site. You should NOT wait until wastes
reach surface water 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 available to all
employees at the facility, as accidents, leaks, and breaks could happen at any time. Your
plan should follow this format:
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may or may not be
possible. Suggested responses to problems are listed below:
A. Lagoon overflow —possible solutions are:
. add soil to berm to temporarily increase elevation of dam —any permanent
alteration of the dam should be approved by a qualified professional engineer
or qualified technical specialist
pump wastes to field at an acceptable rate
stop all additional flow to the lagoon (waters) — —hold waste in house if possible
call a pumping contractor
. make sure no surface water is entering lagoon
NOTE: The above listed activities should be started when your lagoon level has exceeded
the temporary storage level.
B. Runoff from waste application field —actions include:
. immediately stop waste application
. create a temporary diversion or berm to contain the waste on the field
. incorporate waste to reduce further runoff
C. Leakage from the waste distribution system:
pipes and sprinklers —actions include:
— stop recycle (flushing system) pump
— stop irrigation pump
— close valves to eliminate further discharge
— separate pipes to create an air gap and stop flow
flush system, houses, solids separators —actions include:
— stop recycle (flushing system) pump
— stop irrigation pump
— make sure no siphon effect has been created
— separate pipes to create an air gap and stop flow
D. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often these are seepage as opposed to
flowing leaks —possible action*:
. dig a small well or ditch to catch all seepage,put in a submersible
pump, and pump back into lagoon
. if holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and
fill holes and compact with a clayey soil
. other holes may be likewise temporarily plugged with clay soil
Murphy Family Farms Engineering P.O. Box 759, Rose Hill NC 28458
[phone]

GROWER: VANCE & EVELYN BALEN
DESIGNED BY: JWR
ADDRESS: 4331 EAST NC 24 CHECKED BY: JNT
BEULAVILLE, NC 28518 DATE: 10/23/96
COUNTY: DUPLIN SHEET 2 OF 2
*Lagoon problems require the consultation of an individual experienced in the
design and construction of lagoons for permanent repair measures.
2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
A. Did the waste reach any surface water?
B. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
C. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
B. During noral business hours, call your DE regional office, at 910-395-3900
after hours, emergency number: 910-733-3942. Your phone call should
include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details of incident from
item 2 above, the exact location of the facility, and the location or direction
of movement of the spill, weather and wind conditions, what corrective
measures have been under taken, and the seriousness of the situation.
C. If spill leaves, or is likely to leave, property or enters surface waters, call
local emergency management service (EMS)at 910-296-2160.
D. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
E. Contact local Soil and Water Conservation District Natural Resources Conservation
Service office at 910-296-2121 for advice/technical assistance.
910-296-2143 for advice/technical assistance.
A. Contact Murphy family Farms Land and Nutrient Manageent Departent at 910-
289-2111 for advice/technical assistance.
4. Implement procedures as advised by DEM 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.
DUPLIN COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
PO BOX 458, KENANSVILLE, NC 28349
910-296-2143
DUPLIN COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE
PO BOX 277, KENANASVILLE, NC 28349
910— 296— 2121
DUPLIN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
PO BOX 909, KENANASVILLE, NC 28349
910— 296— 2160
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
127 CARDINAL DRIVE EXT
WI LM I N GTON, NC 28405 — 3845
910— 395— 3900
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i

CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE
DATE PREPARED
11/27/96
,
SHEET OF
1 1
PROJECT: VANCE & EVELYN BASDEN
MODIFIED MO RETROFIT
BASIS FOR ESTIMATE:
_ CODE A (No design completed)
_CODE B (Preliminary Design)
X CODE C (Final Design)
_ OTHER (Specify)
DESCRIPTION:
LAGOON RETROFIT — TYPICAL 1200 HD. SITE
ESTIMATOR:
JWR
CHEC'D BY:
JNT
ITEM
QUANTITY
LABOR
MATERIAL
TOTAL
COST
NO
UNITS
UNIT
MEAS
PER
UNIT
TOTAL
PER
UNIT
TOTAL
LAGOON:
EXCAVATION
11,460
CY
1.15
13,179
13,179
CLAY LINER
4,776
CY
3.50
16,716
16,716
CHANGE RECYCLE SYSTEM
2
LS
500.00
1,000
250,00
500
1,500
CHANGE IRRIG. CONNECTION
1
LS
750.00
750
500.00
500
1,250
SURFACE WATER DIVERSION
2
LS
650.00
1,300
1,300
CONST. DRAINAGE
1
LS
2000.00
2,000
2,000
SEEDING / MULCHING
2
AC
600.00
1,200
1,200
DISCHARGE PIPE REROUTING
8" PVC PIPE
470
LF
1.50
705
5.00
2,350
3,055
6" SCH. 40 PVC PIPE
860
LF
2.20
1,892
2.20
1,892
3,784
CLEAN OUTS
7
EA
100,00
700
100.00
700
1,400
THRUST BLOCKS
4
EA
25.00
100
25.00
100
200
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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 irr 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 af 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 sta .ionary 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
o_f pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
'Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manua!

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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
wetperiods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available ^in the lagoon for periods when the'
receiving mop is dormant (such as wintertime for berrnudagass) or when there are
rainy• extended 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 livid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for futare wet
periods_ In the lam summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the lows
ma (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage_ Every effort should be made to
maizzrain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as •long as the weather and waste
utdiration plan will allow it
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
i rg tP 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 rinteiance of a lagoon involves the following:
Maintenance of a vegeve cover for the dam.
Fescue or common bermudag a. ss. are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be ferril zed each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous smnd. The amount of ferriTi 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
eouivalent
• Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, straying, 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 eater
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 fillingof
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be
checlred should include, as a minimum, the following:
.•
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes —look for:
1. • separation of joints
2_ cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

- Lagoon surface —look for:
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
. Embankment —look for.
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability —slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon dam.
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential ciam2ge miTsftd by wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles iir the.lagoorr 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 legit, 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 yourpumping
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 yourlagoon is frill,
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 yourflushing
(fig) 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 scistance 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 Loon 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, bezin 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 occ our at list 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 betterthe
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained.
and recharged each day, also work well.

Practice water conservation —minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Management
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 2-1).
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so that temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide maximum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the 'liquid
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or -vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon_
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:

proper lagoon sizing,
mechanical solids separation of flushed waste,
gravity settling of flushed waste solids in an appropriately designed basin, or
minimizing feed wastage and spillage.
Lagoon sludge that is removed annually rather than stored long term will:
• have more nutrients,
have more odor, and
• require more land to properly use the nutrients.
Removal techniques:
Hire a custom applicator.
Mix the sludge and lagoon liquid with a chopper -agitator impeller
pump through large -bore sprinkler irrigation system onto nearby cropland;
and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; mix remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge applicator haul
and spread onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; dredge sludge from lagoon with dragline or sludge barge; berm
an area beside lagoon to receive the sludge so that liquids can drain back
into lagoon; allow sludge to dewater; haul and spread with manure spreader
onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Regardless of the method, you must have the sludge material analyzed for waste
constituents just as you would your lagoon water. The sludge will contain different
, nutrient and metal values from the liquid. The application of the sludge to fields will -be
limited by these nutrients as well as any previous waste appEcarions 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 acrivity 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 quicklycause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
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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:
1 December 18, 1996

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.
2 December 18, 1996

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:
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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.
3 December 18, 1996

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.

rt‘
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:

rrg
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.