820020_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.
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2.
Farm Number: 82-0020 JC 4 rf4,5 TAJ(
Facility Name: A 1:1 Qui Ae�
Certificate Of Coverage Number:
AWS820020
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3.
Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan):
David Mixon
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4.
Landowner's Mailing Address: 3951 Ehmn Williams Rd
City: AuMille State:
NC
Zip: 28318
Telephone Number: 910-385-5617 Ext. E-mail:
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Facility's Physical Address: 201 Axiel Rd
City: Salembur State:
NC
Zip: 28385
6.
County where Facility is located: Sampson
7.
Farm ManagtT's Name (if different from Landowner):
8.
Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
9.
Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"):
Murphy -Brown LLC
1 ().
Operator Name (OIC): David J. Mixon
Phone No.: 910-385-5617
OIC #: 1001503
11.
Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12.
Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type
Allowable Count
Swine - Feeder to Finish
6,978
Operation Types:
Swine Cattle
Dry Poul
Other Tvues
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
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13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
001
1
23.10
1
130,680.00
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:
I . The most recent Waste Utilization Plan (WUP), signed b-. the owner and a certified technical specialist containing:
a. The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation, injection, etc.)
b. A map of every field used for land application (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 WLJP
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, wettand determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWNT 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 CAWNIP 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 sip. If Landowner is a
corporation, signature should be by a principal executive officer of the corporation):
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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: 2019Perm![e-mail]
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Wednesday, January 07, 2016
Producer: David Mixon
Farm Name: ABC Swine Services 82-20
305 Jackson St
Salemburg,NC 28385
Telephone [phone]
Type of Operation Feeder to Finish Swine
Number of Animals: 6978 hogs design capacity
Application Method: Irrigation
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
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
contents 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 avaialable water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to
land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special pre -cautions, waste may
be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per acre 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 the 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. This plan is based on waste application through irrigation for this is
the manner in which you have chosen to apply your waste. If you choose to inject the waste
in the future, you need to revise this plan. Nutrient levels for injecting waste and irrigating
waste are not the same.
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 ananlysis. 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, ft3, tons, etc.)
6978 hogs X 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 13258.2 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
6978 hogs X 1.7 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 11862.6 PAN/year
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,
soil type and suface application.
TABLE 1 : ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
There are no Acres Owned
- Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow
summer annuals.
* Indicates a Crop Rotation
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirments. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some eastern counties of NC 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 landowners must be attached.)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land. See required specifications 2.)
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE &CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS AW COMM
ACRES
LBS AW APPLIC.
DETERMINING PHASE
CODE
N/ACRE
N/ACRE
USED TIME
3iO
1
NORFOLK 0-2%
BH
6.5
299'
0
14.42[
4311.58 MAR-SEP
3208
1
NORFOLK 0-2%
SG_
1
50
0
14.421
721' SEP-MAY
i2O8
2
'146kF_0LK_ 0-2%
_'Nowm
BC
5.525
254.15-
0
- 13.1
3347.16' - MA . R- . SEP
3i66
2
0-2%
SG
1
50
0
13.17
658.i 'SEP-MAY
3208
_3208
3
NORFOLK 0-2%
BH
6.5
299
0
15.24
4556.76 MAR-SEP
3
NORFOLK 0-2%
SG
1
50
0
15.24
762� SEP-MAY
TOrALS:
14357
— Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i. e.
interplanted) or winter
annuals follow
summer
annuals,
* Indicates a Crop Rotation
* Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in field due to overseeding.
**Lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen less any commercial
nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in TABLES 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE CROP
'BC HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-CONTROLLED GRAZED
!BH HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-HAY
SG SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED
UNITS
LBS N/UNIT
TONS
50
TONS
50
AC
50
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TOTALS FROM TABLES I AND 2
ACRES LBS AW
N USED
TABLE 2 42.0- 14,357
TOTALS: 42.83 14,357
AMOUNT OF N PRODUCED: 11,863
'BALANCE -2,494
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to fully utilize the animal waste N
produced.
Acres show in each of the preceeding tables are considered to be the usable acres excluding
required buffers, filter strips along ditches, odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter
areas not receiving full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total acres in
the fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres shown in the tables.
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of
sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nurturient rich and will require precautionary
measures to prevent over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production facility
will produce approximately 2581.86 pounds of plant available nitrogen (PAN) per year in the
sludge that will need to be removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when
broadcasting the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well special
equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See the attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of
irrigation such that runoff or ponding occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture
content, soil structure, soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the time of
irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen needs of the
crop.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of once every 5.92 months. In no instance should the volume of
waste being stored in your structure be within 1.58 feet of the top of the dike.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsiblity of the
producer and irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly
irrigate the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
amounts of Nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application rates and amounts.
APPLICATION
APPLICATION
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE
CROP
RATE (in/hr)
AIVIT (inches)
NORFOLK 0-2%
SG
i 0.50
*1
1,3
NORFOLK 0-2%
13H
0.50
*1
.3208
2
N ORFOLK 0-2%
r
B ,
0.50
* This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil assuming the amount of
nitrogen allowed for the crop is not over applied. In many situations, the application
amount shown cannot be applied because the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil conditions.
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NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
The reduced Nitrogen co-eficient has been used along with the latest RYE rates. Farm has
perpetual lease agreement for waste application fields.
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. , PLANS & 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. Illegal discharges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties of $10, 000 per day by the Division of Water Quality for every
day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land to properly dispose of waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS with a copy
of a written agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing
him/her the use of the land for waste application for the life expectancy of the production
facility, 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, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for
other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (RMS) or
an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no
greater than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where runoff
leaves the field. These filter strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by DEM. (See
FOTG Stantard 393 - Filter Strips and Standard 390 Interim Riparian Forest Buffers).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the
waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in the NRCS Technical Reference -
Environment file 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 conditions
conducive to odor or flies and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
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.
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 a crop on bare soil.
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 anV Derennial stream or river (other that an irrioation ditch or canal. Animal waste
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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 landownwer.
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 croplands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste should not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the application 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.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and 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. Lagoon 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 as a preemergence with no other applications of
animal waste during the crop season.
*21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to mark
the maximum storage volume fpr 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 soils shall be monitored and alternative
crop sites shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted
for optimum crop production amd maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five (5) 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 Department of
Agriculture regulations.
* Liquid Systems
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NAME OF FARM: ABC Swine Services 82-20
OWNER / MANAGER AGREEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance precedures estalished 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/or storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new utilization
plan and a new certification to be submitted to DEM before the new animals are stocked.
I (we) understand that I must own or have acces to equipment, primarily irrigation equipment,
to land apply the animal waste described in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must
be available at the appropriate pumping time such that no discharge occurs from the lagoon
in a 25-year 1 -day storm event. I also certify that the waste will be applied on the land
according to this plan at the appropriate times and at rates that no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FACIK�OWNER: David Mixon
SIGNATURE::
NAME OF MANAGER (if different from owner):
DATE:
please print
SIGNATURE: DATE:
NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: Curtis Barwick
AFFILIATION: Barwick Ag Services
ADDRESS (AGENCY): 103 Country Club Circle
Clinton, NC 28328
,,j [phone]
SIGNATURE: t A Z� - I DATE:
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13K:01905 PG:0536
FILED
SAMPSON COUNTY
ELEANOR N. BRADSHAW
REGISTER OF DEEDS
FILED Dec 29, 2014
AT 03:13* 16 pm
BOOK 01905
START PAGE 0536
END PAGE 0541
INSTRUMENT # 06366
NORTH CAROLINA DEED OF TRUST (Purchase Money)
THIS DEED of TRUST made this 29'h day of December, 2014, by and between:
GRANTOR
DAVID J. MIXON and wife,
LIANE E. MIXON
305 Jackson Street
Salemburg, N.C. 28385
TRUSTEE
ALISON G. BRADSHAW
Post Office Box 81
Clinton, N.C. 28329
BENEFICIARY
STOKES D. McKOV
4175 Honeycutt Road
Salemburg, N.C. 28395
The designation Grantor, Trustee, and Beneficiary as used herein shall include said parties, their
heirs, successors, and assigns, and shall include singular, plural, masculine, feminine or neuter as required by
context.
WITNESSETH, that whereas the Grantor is indebted to the Beneficiary in the principal sum of Five
Hundred and Fifty Thousand Dollars (S550,000.00), as evidenced by a Promissory Note of even date
herewith, the terms of which are incorporated herein by reference. The final due date for payment of said
Promissory Note, if not sooner paid; is December 29, 2033.
NOW, THEREFORE, as security for said indebtedness, advancements and other sums expended by
Beneficiary pursuant to this Deed of Trust and costs of collection (including attorneys fees as provided in the
Promissory Note) and other valuable consideration, the receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, the Grantor
has bargained, sold, given, granted and conveyed and does by these presents bargain, sell, give, grant, and
convey to said Trustee, her heirs, or successors, and assigns, the parcel of land situated in Honeycutts
Township, Sampson County, North Carolina, (the "Premises") and more particularly described as follows:
Being 14.29 acres, more or less, located in Honcycutts Township, Sampson County North
Carolina, and being more particularly described as Tract 7 on that map entitled "Survey for Stokes D.
McKay" prepared by Millard T. Owen, Ifl, Registered Land Surveyor under date of November 24, 2014,
and recorded in Book 88 at Page 15 of the Sampson County Registry.
ALSO CONVEYED HEREWITH is a perpetual easement for the purpose of allowing the
effluent from the waste lagoon located upon the above -described 14.29 acre tract to be spread upon that

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portion of Tract I (15.60 acres) and Tract 4 (36.86 acres) on that map entitled "Property of Stokes D.
McKoy & Helen E. McKoy" recorded in Map Book 13 at Page 05 of the Sampson County Registry,
excepting the above -described 14.29 acre tract being conveyed herein, and that southern portion of Tract
6 (24.73 acres) as shown in Map Book 13 at Page 05, more particularly described on Sampson County
FSA Farm 1502 Tract 3208 Map as "Tract 3." The parties understand and agree that the best
management practices will be used in applying the waste to the lands upon which this easement
appertains in order to meet regulatory requirements, This effluent discharge easement is appurtenant to
and shall run with said 14.29 acre tract by whomsoever owned.
NOTWITHSTANDING the aforesaid grant of easement, such easement shall terminate at such
time as the land subject thereto is no longer required in the waste management plan approved by the
North Carolina Department of Environment and Njtural Resources, Division of Water Quality, or at such
time as the Deeds of Trust recorded in Book 005at Page 5XI and Book M at Page 577--4o of
the Sampson County Registry are both paid in full and satisfied, whichever shall occur later.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD said Premises with all privileges and appurtenances thereto belonging,
to said Trustee, her heirs, successors, and assigns forever, upon the trusts, terms and conditions, and for the
uses hereinafter set forth.
If the Grantor shall pay the Note secured hereby in accordance with its terms, together with interest
hereon, and any renewals or extensions thereof in whole or in part, all other sums secured hereby and shall
comply with all of the covenants, terins and conditions of this Deed of Trust, then this conveyance shall be
null and void and may be canceled of record at the request and the expense of the Grantor. If, however, there
shall be any default (a) in the payment of any sums due under the Note, this Deed of Trust or any other
instrument securing the Note and such default is not cured within ten (10) days form the due date, or (b) if
there shall be default in any of the other covenants, terms or conditions of the Note secured hereby, or any
failure or neglect to comply with the covenants, terms or conditions contained in this Deed of Trust or any
other instrument securing the Note and such default is not cured within fifteen (15) days after written notice,
then and in any of such events, without further notice, it shall be lawful for and the duty of the Trustee, upon
request of the Beneficiary, to sell the land herein conveyed at public auction for cash, after having first given
such notice of hearing as to commencement of foreclosure proceedings and obtained such findings or leave
of court as may then be required by law and giving such notice and advertising the time and place of such
sale in such manner as may then be provided by law, and upon such and any resales and upon compliance
with the law then relating to foreclosure proceedings under power of sale to convey title to the purchaser in
as full and ample manner as the Trustee is empowered. The Trustee shal I be authorized to retain an attorney
to represent her in such proceedings.
The proceeds of the Sale shall after the Trustee retains her commission, together with reasonable
attorneys fees incurred by the Trustee in such proceeding, be applied to the costs of sale, including, but not
limited to, costs of collection, taxes, assessments, costs of recording, service fees and incidental
expenditures, the amount due on the Note hereby secured and advancements and other sums expended by the
Beneficiary according to the provisions hereof and otherwise as required by the then existing law relating to
foreclosures. The Trustee's commission shall be five percent (5%) of the gross proceeds of the sale or the
minimum sum of $700.00, whichever is greater, for the completed foreclosure, In the event foreclosure is
commenced, but not completed, the Grantor shall pay all expenses incurred by the Trustee, including
reasonable attorneys fees, and a partial commission computed on five percent (5%) of the outstanding
indebtedness or the above minimum sum, whichever is greater, in accordance with the following schedule, to
wit: one-fourth (1/4) thereof before the Trustee issues a notice of hearing on the 'right to foreclosure; one-
half (1/2) thereof after issuance of said notice; three -fourths (3/4) thereof after such hearing; and the greater
of the full commission or minimum sum after the initial sale.

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And said Grantor does hereby covenant and agree with the Trustee as follows:
1. INSURANCE. Grantor shall keep all improvements on said land, now and hereafter erected,
constantly insured for the benefit of the Beneficiary against loss by fire, windstorm and -such other casualties
and contingencies, in such manner and in such companies and for such amounts, not less than that amount
necessary to pay the sum secured by this Deed of Trust, as may be satisfactory to the Beneficiary. Grantor
shall purchase such insurance, pay all premiums therefor, and shall deliver to Beneficiary such policies along
with evidence of premium payment as long as the Note secured hereby remains unpaid. If Grantor fails to
purchase such insurance, pay premiums therefor or deliver said policies along with evidence of payment of
premiums thereon, the Beneficiary, at his option, may purchase such insurance. Such amounts paid by
Beneficiary shall be added to the principal of the Note secured by this Deed of Trust and shall be due and
payable upon demand of Beneficiary. All proceeds from any insurance so maintained shall at the option of
Beneficiary be applied to the debt secured hereby and if payable in installments, applied in the inverse order
of maturity of such installments or to the repair or reconstruction of any improvements located upon the
Property.
2. TAXES, ASSESSMENTS, CHARGES. Grantor shall pay all taxes, assessments and charges as
may be lawfully levied against said Premises within thirty (30) days after the same shall become due. In the
event that Grantor fails to pay all taxes, assessments and charges as herein required, then Beneficiary, at her
option, may pay the same and the amounts so paid shall be added to the principal of the Note secured by this
Deed of Trust, and shall be due and payable upon demand of Beneficiary.
3. ASSIGNMENTS OF RENTS AND PROFITS. Grantor assigns to Beneficiary, in the event of
default, all rents and profits from the land and any improvements thereon, and authorizes Beneficiary to enter
upon and take possession of such land and improvements, to rent same, at any reasonable rate of rent
determined by Beneficiary, and after deducting from any such rents the cost of reletting and collection, to
apply the remainder to the debt secured hereby.
4. PARTIAL RELEASE. Grantor shall not be entitled to the partial release of any of the above
described property unless a specific provision therefor is included in this Deed of Trust. In the event a partial
release provision is included in'the Deed of Trust, Grantor must strictly comply with the terms thereof.
Notwithstanding anything herein contained, Grantor shall not be entitled to any release of property unless
Grantor is not in default and is in full compliance with all of the terms and provisions of the Note, this Deed
of Trust, and any other instrument that may be securing said Note.
5. WASTE. The Grantor covenants that they will keep the Premises herein conveyed in as good
order, repair and condition as they are now, reasonable wear and tear excepted, and will comply with all
governmental requirements respecting the Premises or their use, and that they will not commit or permit any
waste.
6. CONDEMNATION. In the event that any or all of the Premises shall be condemned and taken
under the power of eminent domain, Grantor shall give immediate written notice to Beneficiary and
Beneficiary shall have the right to receive and collect all damages awarded by reason of such taking, and the
right to such damages hereby is assigned to Beneficiary who shall have the discretion to apply the amount so
received, or any part thereof, to the indebtedness due hereunder and if payable in installments, applied in the
inverse order of maturity of such installments, or to any alteration, repair or restoration of the Premises by
Grantors.
7. WARRANTIES. Grantor covenants with Trustee and Beneficiary that they are seized of the
Premises in fee simple, have the right to convey the same in fee simple, that title is marketable and free and
clear of all encumbrances, and that they will warrant and defend the title against the lawful claims of all

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persons whomsoever, except for the exceptions hereinafter stated. Title to the property hereinabove
described is subject to the following exceptions:
8. SUBSTITUTION OF TRUSTEE. Grantor and Trustee covenant and agree to and with
Beneficiary that in case the said Trustee, or any successor trustee, shall die, become incapable of acting,
renounce his trust, or for any reason the holder of the Note desires to replace said Trustee, then the holder
may appoint, in writing, a trustee to take the place of the Trustee; and upon the probate and registration of the
same, the trustee thus appointed shall succeed to all rights, powers and duties of the Trustee.
— X — THE FOLLOWING PARAGRAPH, 9. SALE OF PREMISES, SHALL NOT APPLY
UNLiSS THE BLOCK TO THE LEFT MARGIN OF THIS SENTENCE IS MARKED AND/OR
INITIALED.
9. SALE OF PREMISES. Grantor agrees that if the Premises or any part thereof or interest therein
is sold, assigned, transferred, conveyed or otherwise alienated by Grantor, whether voluntarily or
involuntarily of by operation of law [other than: (i) the creation of a lien or other encumbrance subordinate to
this Deed of Trust which does not relate to a transfer of rights of occupancy in the Premises; (ii) the creation
of a purchase money security interest for household appliances; (iii) a transfer by devise, descent, or
operation of law on the death of a joint tenant or tenant by the entirety; (iv) the grant of a leasehold interest
of three (3) years or less not containing an option to purchase; (v) a transfer to a relative resulting from the
death of a Grantor; (vi) a transfer where the spouse or children of a Grantor become the owner of the
Premises; (vii) a transfer rpsulting from a decree of a dissolution of a marriage, legal separation agreement,
or from an incidental property settlement agreement, by which the spouse of a Grantor becomes an owner of
the Premises; (viii) a transfer into an inter vivos trust in which a Grantor is and remains a beneficiary and
which does not relate to a transfer of rights of occupancy in the Premises], without the prior written consent
of Beneficiary, Beneficiary, at its own option, may declare the Note secured hereby and all other obligations
hereunder to be forthwith due and payable. Any change in the legal or equitable title of the Premises or in
the beneficial ownership of the Premises, including the sale, conveyance or disposition of a majority interest
in the Grantors if a corporation or partnership, whether or not of record and whether or not for consideration,
shall be deemed to be the transfer of an interest in the Premises.
10. ADVANCEMENTS. If Grantor shall fail to perform any of the covenants or obligations
contained herein or in any other instrument given as additional security for the Note secured hereby, the
Beneficiary may, but without obligation, make advances to perform such covenants or obligations, and all
such sums so advanced shall be added to the principal sum. shall bear interest at the rate provided in the Note
secured hereby for sums due after default and shall be due from Grantor or demand of the Beneficiary. No
advancement or anything contained in this paragraph shall constitute a waiver by Beneficiary or prevent such
failure to perform from constituting an event of default.
11. INDEMNITY. If any suit or proceeding be brought against the Trustee or Beneficiary or if any
suit or proceeding be brought which may affect the value or title of the Premises, Grantor shall defend,
indemnify and hold harmless and on demand reimburse Trustee or Beneficiary from any loss, cost, damage
or expense and any sums expended by Trustee or Beneficiary shall bear interest as provided in the Note
secured hereby for sums due after default and shall be due and payable on demand.
12. WAIVERS. Grantor waives all rights to require marshaling of assets by the Trustee or
Beneficiary. No delay or omission of the Trustee or Beneficiary in the exercise of any right, power or
remedy arising under the Note or this Deed of Trust shall be deemed a waiver of any default or acquiescence
therein or shall impair or waive the exercise of such right, power or remedy by Trustee or Beneficiary at any
other time.

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13. CIVIL ACTION. In the event that the Trustee is named as a party to any civil action as Trustee
in this Deed of Trust, the Trustee shall be entitled to employ an attorney at law, including herself if she is a
licensed attorney, to represent her in said action and the reasonable attorney's fee of the Trustee shall be paid
by the Beneficiary and added to the principal of the Note secured by this Deed of Trust and bear interest at
the rate provided in the Note for sums due after default.
14. PRIOR LIENS, Default under the terms of any instrument secured by a lien to which this Deed
of Trust is subordinate shall constitute default hereunder.
15. OTHER TERMS,
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said Grantor has hereunto set her hand and sea] the day and year first
above written.
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COUNTY OF SAMPSON
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"Signatory") personally came before me this day and acknowledged the due execution of the foregoing
instrument for the purposes expressed therein, I certify that I have personal knowledge of the identity of the
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The Signatory acknowledged to me the voluntary execution of the foregoing document for the
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Swine Farm Waste Management Odo'r Co'ntrol Checklist
Source Cause -.BWs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead Swine production Vegetative or wooded buffers;
Pr Recommended best management practices;
,fil'O'G"'ood judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces 0 Dirty manure -covered animals erlDr� floors
Floor surfaces 0 Wet manure -covered floors 5�1_loltcdfloors,
0-vaierers located over slotted -floors;
Manure collection pits
VentllatloncTdiaustfan�3 -
0 Feeders at high end of solid floors;
0 Scrape manure buildup from floors;
brine; 0--U-nderfloor ventilation for drying
0 Frequent manure removal by flush, pit ----
Partial microbial decomposition or scrape; recharge,
Volatile gases;
Dust
Indoor surfaces Dust
Flush tan k--s-
0 Underfloor ventilation
ntenancc;
0--hficient air movement
lidown between groups of animals;
0 Feed additives;
El Feeder covers;
GP-7e__ed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
co vcrs
Agitation of recycled lagoon
13 Flush lank covers;
liquid while tanks are filling 0 Extend rill lines - L
"�"4 ultom of LanKSwiln
anti-siplion vents
Flush alleys Agitation during wastewater- El Underfloor M-1sh Zilh —underfloor �c_n1_i1a6on______
conveyance
Pit recharge points Agitation of recycled lagoon
11 Extend recharge lin
es to near bottom of pits
liquid while pits are rifling Willi anti -siphon venis
Lift stations 0 Agitation during sump lank 171 Sump lank covers
filling and driiwdown
-----------------------
Tu_tsidc drain collection 0- __W9_i_t�_iion during wastewater 0 Box covers
or junction boxes conveyance
AMOC -November 11, 1996, Page 3
4—,

Source Cause UMPs to Minimize Oddr
End of drainpipes-a—t " - _* -- --- Site Specific Practices
lagoon Agitation during waste;�Oter 13 Extend discharge point of pipes un—demeath
conveyance _�:_ lagoon liquid level id capacity;
Lagoon surfaces 0 Volatile gas emissions; _P�ropejrr I­agoon 1­1quid .. �.­­­
.9
0 Blologlcal mixing; ff"Eorrect lagoon startup procedures;
0 Agitation Ey"Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio;
P_1� rinimurn agitation when,pumping;
11 Mechanical aeration;
Cl Proven biological additives
-
Irrigation sprinkler 0 High pressure agitation;-- =riplte oil dry days with little or no
nozzles
0 Wind drift '��Zimum recommended operating pressure
ir
>Tln
GP Pump Intake near lagoon liquid surface;'
0 Pump from second -stage lagoon
__�Iorage —tank or basia - Partia—Im—icrobial decomposition; 0 Bottom or midlevel loading;
surface 0 Mixing while filling; C1 Tank covers;
0 Agitation when emptying 13 Basin surface mats of solids;
Set ling UTSUT5
0 Partial microbial decompos tion;
Cl
CI
Proven biological additives or oxidants
Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
0 Mixing while filling;
level;
9 Agitation when emptying
0
Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge
spreader outlets
when spreading;
0
Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
Volatile gas emissions
0
Wash residual manure from spreader after use,;
_O�ncoveredmanure,
0
Proven biological additives or oxidants
slurry or sludge on field
Volatile
drying gas emissions while
Cl
Soil injection of slurry/sludges
surfaces
0
Soil incorporation widiin 48 lirs.;
13 Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
El Proven biological additives oroxidanis
--5—eadanimals Carcass decomposition ­_—Fl� ­­ 4�
Froper ti�isposhjon
Of ca�rcasses
Dead animal disposal a—Zarcass _dcc­om_p_os_i1io­n
pits 11 Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits;
0 Proper 10catiOn/cons(ruction or disposal pits
Incinerators Incomplete combustion 0 Secondary stack burners
AMOC -November 11, 1996, Page 4

Source Cause DMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specifle Practices
Standing water aroun� Improper drainage; W-Grade and landscape such that water drains
facilities Microbial decomposition of away from facilities
organic matter
Mauro tracked onto Poorly maintained access roads 49' Farm access road mainicnance
public roads 6om farm
access
Additional Information
Swint Manure Management; 0200 Rule/BM _P_ P-ac--k-e-t-
Swint Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies; EBAEFactShect
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge - Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Flush - Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Design and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage ; EBAE 103-83
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAEFactSheet
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIH-33
Environmental Assurance Program -, NPPC Manual
Options for Managing Odor ; a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PRO 107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
AMOC -November 11, 1996, Page 5
Available From:
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAC-
HCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU - Swine Extension
NC Pork Producers Assoc
NCSU Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension

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In -sect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cause
BMPS to Contra] Insects ite Specific Practices
Liquid Systems
Flush Gutters Accumulation of solids
A3--Tbsh system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids from
gutters as designed.
P�—`Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids
EP-191aintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minimize the
crusting of solids to a depth of no more than 6 -
8 inches over more than 30% of surface.
Excessive Vegetative Decaying vegetation
R"Maintain vegetative control along banks of —
Growth
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along watees edge on impoundmenfs perimeter.
Feeders Feed Spillage
Feed Storage Accumulations of feed residues
AMIC - November 11, 1996, Page I
Dry Systems
0 Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the
accumulation of decaying wastage.
Er— C—lean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
day interval during summer; 15-30 day interval
during winter).
0 Reduce moisture accumulation within and
around immediate perimeter of feed storage
areas by insuring drainage away from site
and/or providing adequate containment (e.g.,
covered bin for brcwces grain and similar high
moisture grain products).
0 Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as
needed.

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SAMPSON COUNTY
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWO) 910-486-1541
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES (EMS) 910-592-8996
SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) 910-592-7963
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) 910-592-7963
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE (CES) 910-592-7161
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 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.
I. 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:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam, any
permanent alteration of the dam should be approved by a
qualified technical specialist.
b. Pump wastes to field at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all additional flow to the lagoon -hold waste in the
house if possible.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -action include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion or berm to contain the
waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce further 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 (flushing system) pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush system, houses, solids separators -actions
include:
a. Stop recycle (flushing system) pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon effect has been created.
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 flowing leaks7possible action:
a - Dig a small sump or ditch to catch all Seepage, put in a
submersible pump, and pump back into lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove
animals and fill holes and Compact with a clay type 50il.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side
walls and the 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'2
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. Are 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 DWO (Division of
Water Quality) regional office, at 910-486-1541, 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, AND 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) Emergency Management Services at
910-592-8996.
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact local SAMPSON Soil and Water Conservation
District (SWCD-), Natural Resources Conservation Service
(NRCS) office at 910-592-7963 and Cooperative Extension
Service (CES) at 910-592-7161 for advice/technical
assistance.
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.

5. Contact the contractor of your choice to bc-gin r9Pair of thc-
problem to minimize Off -site damage.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS,
Consulting Engineer, etc.)
a. Name: )24nd, &vt Act
Phone,
b. .
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWO 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.
S. If you are a contract swine grower associated with a swine
company integrator, contact the company representative at
1-910-592-5771

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
�roper 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 rain
f y spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means
that at the Jrst 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 8GO 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:
0
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
Embankment --- look for:
I . settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability --- slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon dam.
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps --- check for proper operation of:
1 . recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your pumping
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not the time
to think about switching, repairing , or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is full,
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface
drainage waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets,
and parking lot runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste
treatment or storage structures. The only water that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
I , 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).
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 I pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7. A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate.
biological activity, Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained
and recharged each day, also work well.

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

proper lagoon sizing,
mechanical solids separation of flushed waste,
gravity settling of flushed waste solids in an appropriately designed basin, or
minimizing feed wastage and spillage.
Lagoon sludge that is removed annually rather than stored long term will:
have more nutrients,
have more odor, and
require more land to properly use the nutrients.
Removal techniques:
Hire a custom applicator.
Mix the sludge and lagoon liquid with a chopper -agitator impeller
pump through large -bore sprinkler irrigation system onto nearby cropland;
and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; mix remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge applicator; haul
and spread onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; dredge sludge from lagoon with dragline or sludge barge; berm
an area beside lagoon to receive the sludge so that liquids can drain back
into lagoon; allow sludge to dewater; haul and spread with manure spreader
onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate.
Regardless of the method, you must have the sludge material analyzed for waste
constituents just as you would your lagoon water. The sludge will contain different
nutrient and metal values from the liquid. The application of the sludge to fields will be
limited by these nutrients as well as any previous waste applications to that field and crop
requirement. Waste application rates will be discussed in detail in Chapter 3.
When removing sludge, you must also pay attention to the liner to prevent damage. Close
attention by the pumper or drag -line operator will ensure that the lagoon liner remains
intact. If you see soil material or the synthetic liner material being disturbed, you should
stop the activity immediately and not resume until you are sure that the sludge can be
removed without liner injury. If the liner is damaged it must be repaired as soon as
possible.
Sludge removed from the lagoon has a much higher phosphorus and heavy metal content
than liquid. Because of this it should probably be applied to land with low phosphorus
and metal levels, as indicated by a soil test, and incorporated to reduce the chance of
erosion. Note that if the sludge is applied to fields with very high soil -test phosphores, it
should be applied only at rates equal to the crop removal of phosphorus. As with other
wastes, always have your lagoon sludge analyzed for its nutrient value.
The application of sludge will increase the amount of odor at the waste application site.
Extra precaution should be used to observe the wind direction and other conditions which
could increase the concern of neighbors.

Possible Causes of Lagoon Failure
Lagoon failures result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure. Types
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure --- an example is the placement of a pipe
in the dam without proper design and construction. (Consult an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels --- high levels are a safety risk.
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam.
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon.
Liner integrity --- protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly cause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure.

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Pvlortality 7t0anagement 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
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.
7 Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7
7 7 Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C.0102.
A composting system approved and permitted by the NC Department of Agriculture & Con-
sumer Services Veterinary Division (attach copy of permit). If compost is distributed off -farm,
additional requirements must be met and a permit is required from NC DEQ. '
In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved by the
NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
Any method which, in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian, would make possible
the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
F-1 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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Date
Signature of Technical Specialist Date

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Alvs r-206 2-r-)
Operator: ABC Swine Services County: Sampson
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner):
1. AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
Date: 04/25/19
1200.0 feet
0 sows (farrow to finish) x 1417 lbs.
0
lbs
0 sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs.
0
Ibs
6978 head (finishing only) x 135 lbs.
942030
lbs
0 sows (farrow to wean) x 433 lbs.
0
lbs
0 head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs.
0
lbs
Describe other
0
Total Average Live Weight
942030
lbs
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 942030 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/Ib. ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/Ib. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 942030 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet
4. TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length 459.0
Inside top width 390.0
Top of dike elevation (feet)----- 50.0
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet) --------- 39.5
Freeboard (feet)- 1.0
Side slopes (inside lagoon) --------------- — - 3.0 :1
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 453.0 384.0 9.5
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH
453.0 384.0 173952 (AREA OF TOP)
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH
396.0 327.0 129492 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
424.5 355.5 603639 (AREA OF MIDSECTION -4)
CU. FT.= [AREA TOP+ (4*AREA MIDSECTION) +AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/6
173952.0 603639.0 129492.0 1.6

Total Designed Volume Available = 1436215 CU. FT
5. TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon (top of dike)
Length Width
459.0 390.0 179010.0 squarefeet
Buildings (roof and lot water)
0.0 square feet Describe this area.
TOTALDA 179010.0 squarefeet
Design temporary storage period to riod to b e 180 days.
5A. Volume of waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Volume = 942030 lbs. ALW11 35 lbs. ALW * 1.37 gal/day 180 days
Volume = 1720775 gals. or 230050.1 cubic feet
5B. Volume of wash water
This is the amount of fresh water used for washing floors or volume
of fresh water used for a flush system. Flush systems that recirculate
the lagoon water are accounted for in 5A.
Volume = 0.0 gallons/day 180 days storage/7.48 gallons
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet per CF
5C. Volume of rainfall in excess of evaporation
Use period of time when rainfall exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days excess rainfall 7.0 inches
Volume = 7.0 in * DA / 12 inches per foot
Volume = 104422.5 cubic feet
5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm

Volume = 7.0 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 104422.5 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 230050 cubic feet
513. 0 cubic feet
5C. 104423 cubic feet
5D. 104423 cubic feet
TOTAL 438895 cubic feet
&SUMMARY
Temporary storage period====================>
180 days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation===========>
7.0 inches
25 year - 24 hour rainfall==================>
7.0 inches
Freeboard===================================>
1.0 feet
Side
3.0 : 1
Inside top length===========================>
459.0 feet
Inside top width============================>
390.0 feet
Top of dike elevation=======================>
50.0 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation==================>
39.5 feet
Total required volume=======================>
1380925 cu. ft.
Actual design volume========================>
1436215 cu. ft.
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===>
43.1 feet
Stop pumping
46.3 feet
Must be > or = to the SHWT eIev.==========>
43.1 feet
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el.=>
45.5 feet
Required minimum treatment volume===========>
942030 cu. ft.
Volume at stop pumping elevation============>
984613 cu. ft.
Start pumping
48.4 feet
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr, 24 hr. rainfall==>
1331792 cu. ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation===========>
1331036 cu. ft.
Required volume to be pumped================>
334473 cu. ft.
Actual volume planned to be pumped==========>
346422 cu. ft.
Min. thickness of soil liner when required==>
1.5 feet
7 DESIGNED BY: APPROVED BY:
DATE: L DATE
NOTE: E TILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS: 9". Ik 4;
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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 piny 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 ligoon 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'lo
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and ivaste
utilization.plan will Olow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
irrigale-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:
1>
Maintenance of a vegeta6ve 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
0 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.
Maintenanqe 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:
I. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

Lagoon surface ---look for:
I . undesirable ve-vetative growth
2. floating or lodied 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 sloN
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 lago6n 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 expe
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide rt familiar with design and
a temporary fIx if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technicalleXpert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with Potentially serious consequences and should not beconducted unless
reCommehded by an appropriate technical expert,
Transfer Pumps --- check for Proper operation of.
I . recycling Pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check forl 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 �e inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "Surprised" by equipment fCure, You should rform your pumping
. This will allow some
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level pe
safety time should major rep&s 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
pans 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,
I , adNuatc vc-getation
2. divc:rslon "Pacity
3. ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
duri%pr 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 th'e 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
Plarming 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.,
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.
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).
It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded ith sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 perwcent of the full lagoon
liquid volume, This seeding should occour at least two weeks prior to the
addidon 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 inadequ4te
biological activity, Consultation with a technical sPecWist 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. FlLish systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment, Pit re -charge 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 b� 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).
Stan 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 fC 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 wedges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoop 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 re ponsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate thse possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
?,ate of.lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by,

proper lagoon sizing,
mechanic,11 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:
P
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 croplazid 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 ba�rge; berm
an area beside lagoon to receive the sludge so that liquids can draiR 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 anal ed . for waste
constituents just as you would your lagoon water, The sludge wil�zcontain 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 a6tivity 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 phosph
should beapplied only at rates equal to the crop removal of phosphorus. As with otrheesr' It
wastes, arways have your lagoon sludge analyzed -for its nutrient value. e)
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 condiUons which
could increase the concern of neighMrs,

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
ensur'4 structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Wdification 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 waftewater and possible dam failure.