820286_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: 82-0286 Certificate Of Coverage Number:
2. Facility Name: John Melvin Farm
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan): William A Powell
4. Landownees Mailing Address: 3635 Tomahawk H« v
City: Harrells State: NC
Telephone Number: 910-532-4410 Ext. E-mail: william awella oa.can
5. Facility's Physical Address: 3134 Wildcat Rd
City: Harrells State:
6. County where Facility is located: Sampson
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner):
8, Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"):
10, Operator Name (OIC): William A. Powell
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"):
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type
Swine - Feeder to Finish
Operation Types:
NC
William A Powell
910-532-4410 Ext.
Murphy -Brown LLC
Phone No.: 910-385-7263
Allowable Count
2,460
AWS820286
Zip: 28444-8047
Zip: 28444
OIC #: 18428
Swine
Cattle
Dry Poultry
Other Tvoes
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
Bccf Broad Cow
Wet Poultry
Gilts
Other
Non Laying Pullet
Other
Layers
RECE1VEGNC-.1�lDWR
APR 0 3 2019
W2torQuality
Regional Aperstinns Section

13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Estimated
Liner Type
Estimated
Design Frccboard
Structure
Date
jC1ay,Synthetic,
Capacity
Surface Area
I
"Redline"
Name
Built
Unknown)
(Cubic Feet)
(Square Feet)
(Inches)
1
�i'4o
elcy
S$�I(,/3
S�1L.Uu
19.00
Mail one (1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP) with this completed and signed application
as required by NC General Statutes 143-215.1OC(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 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 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
S. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: [e-mail]

I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.613, any person who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application may be subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. (18 U.S.C.
Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both for
a similar offense.)
Printed Name of Signing Official (Landowner, or if multiple Landowners all landowners should sign. If Landowner is a
corporation, signature should be byyaa principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name: �r i`Li / `� / Title: e%
Signature• _ Date: /R�
Name:
Signature:
Name:
Signature:
Title:
Date:
Title:
Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019
APR 0 3 Z019

Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
03-21-2009
This plan has been prepared for:
John Melvin Farm(82286)
William A Powell
3635 Tomahawk Hwy
Harrells, NC 28444
910-532-4410
This plan has been developed by:
Johnny Lanier
Hygro Inc.
441 Cabin Street
Pink Hill, NC 28572
910-289-5426
Developer Signature
Type of Plain: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance procedures
established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above. I have read and understand the Required Specifications concerning animal
waste management that are included with this plan.
VV
Signature (owner)
Signature (manager or producer)
-0, 1
Date
]date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved B
PP y.
Technical Specialist Signature Date
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Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
S7 Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid waste generated 2,280,420 gals/year by a 2,460
animal Swine Finishing Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste
stoi age capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast 5252
Incorporated 9020
Injected 9934
Irrigated =IDDeficit
5709
Max. Avail. Actual. PActual Volume Volume Surplus/
PAN (lbs) * Applied Applied (Gallons) Deficit (Gallons)
Year I 5,709 57I3 -4 2,292,096 -1,666
APR A 3 2010
We r©uallty
Regional Operations Section
Now In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source. ^"
* Max. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application method(s) identified in the plan for this source.
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The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in this plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates are
also provided for each crop in the plan. In addition, the Leaching Index for each field is shown, where available.
Planned Crops Summary
Tract
Field
Total
Acres
�Useable
Acres
Leaching
Wex (LI)
index
Series
Crop Sequence
RYE
7104
1
53(
5,310
Ifflanton I Smal I Grain 0--raiced
1.0 Ton
jHybrid BerraudaWass Ray
4.5 Ton.,;,
7104
2
4.80
4.80
N-A
Blanton Small Gram ovaseed
LoToll.4
IN,;A
11btrid B..&&,. Hay
Blanton i�Srnal I Cmin Overwed
Hybrid Barmudagrass Hay
J Tonsil
1.0 Ton,;
4.5'Fonsi
4 7104
3
4.70
L4.70
7104
4
5.90
5.90
NK'A
Blanton Small Grain Overseed
1 1.0 T0,14
Fif --F
I
I'Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
4.5 Ton.,
PLAN TOTALS: 20.70 20.70
Li
Potential Leachbig
Technical Guidance
Low potential to contribute to soluble
None
< 2
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
>= 2 &
Modcraft potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (590) should be plwwed.
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
<-- 10
High potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned. Other conservation practices that improve the soils
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
available water holding capacity and improve nutrient use efficiency should be considered- Examples
> 10
are Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sad -Based Rotations (329), Long -Term No -Till (778),
and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Ships (393) and Riparian Forest Buffers (391).
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Nal E: Symbol * means user entered data.

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The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres of cropland needed to
the nutrients being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements, and proper timing of applications to
maximize nutrient uptake.
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the crop being grown and an estimate of the nitrogen amount being supplied by manure or other by-produ
commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each field in order to supply the indicated quat
of nitrogen from each source is also included. A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure applied is included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provi
for the utilization of the manure generated by the operation.
Waste Utilization Table
Vaur 1
Tract
Field
Source
ID
Soil Series
Total
Acres
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Rcq'd
(lbs/A)
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
(ibs/A)
Res,
(1bs/A)
Applic.
Method
Manure
PA
NutdenLA
pplied
Qbs/A)
Liquid
Manure.A
pplied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manur,
Applio
(Field)
N
N
N
N
1000
gal/A
Tons
1000 gals
tons
7104
1
S7
Blanton
5.30
5.30
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
1011-3/31
*51
0
0
brig.
51
20.37
0.00
107.97
0.
7104
1
57
Blanton
5.30
5.30
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
4.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
*225
0
0
brig.
225
89.87
0.00
476.331
0.
7104
2
S7
Blanton
4.90
4.80
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
*51
0
0
brig.
51
20.37
0.00
97.78
0.
7104
2
S7
Blanton
4.80
4.80
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
4.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
*225
0
0
brig.
225
89.87
0.00
431.40
0.
7104
3
S7
Blanton
4.70
4.70
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
*51
0
0
Irrig.
51
20.37
0.00
95.75
0.
7104
3
S7
Blanton
4.70
4.70
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
4.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
*225
0
0
Irrig.
225
89,87
0.00
422.41
0.
7104
4
S7
Blanton
5.90
5.90
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
*51
0
0
Irrig.
51
20.37
0.00
120.19
4.
7104
4
S7
Blanton
5.90
5.90
Hybrid Bermudagrass Hay
4.5 Tons
3/1-9130
*225
0
0
Irrig.
225
99.87
0.00
530.26
0.
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
2,282.09
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
2,280.42
Balance,1000 gallons
-1.67
Total Applied, tons
0.
Total Produced, tons
0.
_ Balance, tons
0.
Notes: 1. In the tract column, - symbol means leased, otherwise, owned. 2. Symbol * means user entered data.
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The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table. Infiltration rate varies with soils. If
vpI}ping waste nutrients through an irrigation system, you must apply at a rate that cvill not result in runoff. This table provides the
1--raximum application rate per hour that may be applied to each field selected to receive wastewater. It also lists the maximum
application amount that each field may receive in any one application event.
Irrigation Application Factors
Tract
Field
Soil Series
Application Rate
(inches/hour)
Application Amount
(inches)
7104
1
Blanton -
0.75
1.0
7104
Z
Blanton
0.75
1.0
7104
3
Blanton
0.75
1.0
7104
4
Blanton 0.75
1.0

The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for sludge utilization
for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen concentrations for each source, the number of
animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application rates shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effiucnt. At clean out, thin
material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the priority nutrient is nitrogen but
other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since nutrient levels are generally very high,
application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not be used for sludge
application. If this is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields Nvith ,high amounts of copper and zinc
so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface water moving to streams and lakes, phosphorous is a
concern. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also be a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Maximum
Crop PAN Rate
lb/ac
t120 bu I50
6 ton R Y.E. 300
jean 40 bu 160
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate Minimum Acres Minimum Acres
I OM gallac 5 Years Accumulation It? Years Accvmulatiom
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Sludge - Standard
326012 Database Version 3.1
Minimum Acres
IS Years Acemnulation
13.16
30.841
61.68
92.52
2632
I5.42
30.54
46.26
14.04
2&91
57.82
86.74
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage capacity available at
the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the design storage capacity in days minus
the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start date is a value entered by the user and is defined as the
date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or holding pond is
equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design storage capacity of
the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage capacity, this indicates that the plan calls
for the application of nutrients that have not yet accumulated. If available storage capacity is negative, the estimated
volume of accumulated waste exceeds the design storage volume of the structure. Either of these situations indicates
that the planned application interval in the waste utilization plan is inconsistent with the structures temporary storage
capacity.
Available Waste Storage Canacio,
Source Name
I Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Lig uid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days)
1
1
73
1
2
56
1
3
79
1
4
91
1
5
102
1
6
120
1
7
131
1
8
142
1
9
154
1
10
135
1
11
116
1
12
96
* Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift,
manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation
or land application. Any discharge of waste that reaches surface water is
prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns
or has an agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply the
waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of the
waste, he/she shall provide evidence of an agreement with a landowner, who is
within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for waste
application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the waste production facility to
secure an update of the Nutrient Management Plan when there is a change in the
operation, increase in the number of animals, method of application, receiving
crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for
realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture, historical data,
climatic conditions, and level of management, unless there are regulations that
restrict the rate of applications for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year.
'-' Waste may be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per year but
less than 10 tons per acre per year provided grass filter strips are installed where
runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field Office Technical Guide Standard
393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste application
Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the land
application field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, waste will be soil
incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When waste is applied to
conservation tilled crops or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the
application does not occur during a season prone to flooding (see "Weather and
Climate in North Carolina" for guidance).
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such
that runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does
not cause drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order
to control odor and flies.
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S. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or
when the soil surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that
the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The
potential for salt damage from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted
crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Wastetnutrient loading rates on
these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted
to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior
to planting of the crop or forages breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1,1995 shall comply with the
following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from
a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any
residential property boundary and canal. Animal waste, other than swine waste
from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995, shall not be applied closer that
25 feet to perennial waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than
those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public
right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or
wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to
prior converted cropland provided the fields have been approved as a land
application site by a "technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharge directly into water courses, and on other
grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a manner that
causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks,
etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed
areas (lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other
woody species, etc., are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon
areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Berms and structures should be
inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage, or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a 'closure plan" which will eliminate
the possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution, and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a
regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular maintenance
checklist should be kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops
for direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for
direct human consumption, it should only be applied pre -plant with no further
applications of animal waste during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of
the temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons.
Pumping shall be managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A
marker will be required to mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage
ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilizatiop and soil shall be tested at least
annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the
rate -determining nutrient, unless other restrictions require waste to be applied
based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower application rate than a nitrogen
based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be monitored and alternative
crop sites shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be
adjusted and maintained for optimum crop production. Soil and waste analysis
records shall be kept for a minimum of five years. Poultry dry waste application
records shall be maintained for a minimum of three years.
Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5)
years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
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F�2 — e2 k6v
vvul CC
Farmstead
Cause
+ Swine production
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
z BMPs to Minimize Odor -
P__. V egetative or wooded buffers .-racnces
M"Recommended best management
Animal body
practices
G -Good judgment and common sense
surfaces
Dirty manure -covered
L7�Dry floors
animals
Floor surfaces
Wet manure -covered floors
Ga-Slotted floors
l' Waterers located over slotted floors
®' Feeders at high end of solid floors
rVScrape manure buildup from floors
Manure collection
• Urine
O Underfloor ventilation for drying
-
pits
+ Partial microbial
R'Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge,
decomposition
or scrape
Ven� exhaust
Volatilega_ses--—
• —
p Underfloor ventilation
-
fans
—
M rFan maintenance
Indoor surfaces
• Dust
_
WEfficient air movernent
• Dust
G;'�Washdown between groups of animals
©Feed additives
0 Feeder covers
89'Feed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
Flush tanks
Aitatio f
covers
g n o recycled lagoon p Flush tank covers
liquid while tanks are filling r- Extend fill lines to near bottom of tanks with
anti -siphon bents

Source Cause _ DMPs to Minimn:eOdor
End
of drainpipes at • Agitation during wastewater Extend discharge point of pipes underneath Site Specific Practices
lagoon conveyance lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces • Volatile gas emissions; ---Proper lagoon liquid capacity;
• iii itatio al mixing; M*'Correct lagoon startup procedures;
• Agitation W-Minitnum surface area -to -volume ratio;
®'Minimum agitation when.pumping;
O Mechanical aeration;
W' Proven biological additives
nozzles tton sprinkler
nozzles
• Iliglt pressure agitation;
LtYlrrigatc on dry days with little or no wind;
• Wind drill
CVMinimum recommended operating pressure;
131"'Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface;
Cl Pump from second -stage lagoon
surface tank or basin
Partial microbial decomposition;
(iY'Dottom or midlevel loading;
• Mixing while filling;
O Tank covers;
• Agitation when emptying
El Basin surface mats of solids;
C�Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface
• Partial microbial decomposition;
GI— Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
• Mixing while filling;
level;
• Agitation when emptying
13' Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge
spreader outlets
• Agitation when spreading;
0— Soil injection of slurry/sludges;
. Volatile gas emissions
Wash residual manure from spreader after use;
Uncovered manure,
• Volatile gas emissions while
OP Troven biological additives or oxidants
slurry or sludge an field
drying
ffi Soil injection of slurry/sludges — -
surfaces
O'"Soil incorporation within 48Ins.;
13r$pread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
D'-Proven biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals
• Carcass decomposition
S Proper disposition of carcasses - — -
d animal disposal
pits
Carcass decomposition
�Conrplete covering of carcasses in burial pits;
• Incomplete combustion
Cl Proper location/construction ol'disposal pits
Incinerators
Cl Secondary stack burners
A' 'C- 1`lovemher 11, 1996, Page 4

%,Huse
Standing water around •Improper drainage;
facilities . Microbial decomposition of
organic matter
BMPs to Minimize Odor
Urade and landscape such that water drains
away from facilities
Manure tracked onto • ]Poorly maintained access roads Fann access road tnabttenance
public roads from farm
access
Additional Information:
Swine Manure Management ; 0 000 Rule/BIMP Packet
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies ; EBAE Fact Sheel
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 103-33
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
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; PRO107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
t
Site SneciGe Prnnliooe
Available From;
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU -BAE
NCSU - BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU - BAG
NCSU - Swine Extension
NC Pork Producers Assoc
NCSU Agri Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension
AMCC - Noveni her 11. 1996, Page 5

Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
_ Stl(It'cc f'utlse
-
— --- - -
11MPs to Control Insects -- -
Fluaht;uttels _ .
Accuuwlatiuu of
Siic SpeciCtr Practices
Liquid Systems --
solids
[` Flush system is designed and operated - —
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids front
utters as designed.
tD' Remove bridging of acclnnulated solids at
-
I .lgnuus MILI his ----� ("lusted SolidsGr
lischarge
_
Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits whefe—~--
pest breeding is apparent to minimize the
crusting of solids to a depth of no more than 6 -
---
l Vct;,aaltvc
inches over more than 30% of sill l ace.
• !)el:8y111g� Veg�e(inJloll
14)will
hl��" —
:1llllalll VegetatlVC CUnlfol along hanks of _- — - ------
lagoons and Other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative nlauer
_ _-- _ _-- -`• _ -_ -
—_� along' watei's edge on inlpoundluellt's perimeter.
• ) ccd Spillage
ry Systellls -- - --- -- - -- --- -- --- —
D---
tl�' Design, operate and maintain feed
systems —
blinkers and troughs) to nlininlize the
accunullaiion of decaying wastage.
M
('lean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
(lay interval (inring; slimmer; 15-30 day iuicl val
1=ecd Stul.i �� -- - -- — --
L Accunullations !)f feed residues
luring winter).
— - - - -
Reduce illOtS[ilfe aCCUI11tllit ion
wtll:ill ail(!
Ilrnittld inlinciltilJe pet -'meter ()f fce(1 Slnl�lgc
areas by inswing drainage away liulu 'site
and/or providing a(Ictillate contalnnlent (c-g.,
covered hip for I)rcwcr's grain :ul(i similar hil;h
mtoisture grain products).
n Inspect tier and remove or bicak up acrunmllalc(1
solids in filter strips aroun(i tied slolag;c:ls
needed.
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_ Bootie=__�--•�:.,�-
Anitryal Iloldinb q sty sty - _ Cause- -
Accumniations ofaninyal wastes fI
and feed wastage
113MPs to Cmytrol Insects
Eliminate iow areas that trap nloislttre along
S fyecific Practices -
fences and other locations where waste
accumulates and disturbance by animals is
minimal.
n Maintain fence rows and filter strips around
animal holding areas to minimize
accellI mtllations of wastes (i.e-, inspect for and
remove or break up acctttnulated solids as
b .QcCUm4laiiptyy of animal +vaster needed).
S)IStcut' rl Remove spillage on a routine basis e. ,. -
day interval during summer; I5-3pt�,,y intervl
during winter) where manure is loaded for land
application or disposal.
n Provide for adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles.
C7 Inspect for and remove or break up accmnulaled
— -- _ - - - - wastes in filter strips aroytntl stockpiles curl
_ntam_rre ha_ndiin
-- --- b .Yeas as needed.
Fur n,urc inlurrn�rtiun contact Itye Cot,perativc Extension Service, t)cpartmc+yt of Fntomolo
�-
b), l3ox 7613, lJurlh ('arulina State I lnivcrsily, -
AA1It; - tduvctnher 11. 199G, Page 2

W)_ - a 9- (,:;, -
E' IGrEN CY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DWQ 910 4a6i s¢/
EMEP,GE:�C:'V_ANAGE11VfENTSYSTEM
S W CD 9/0 592
NTRCS 9,16 -IVZ- �963
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 proper,-y 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 faciiity. 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 over,iow--ossible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Purnp 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 :he application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from ;he waste pipes and sprinklers -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. CIose valves to eliminate further discharcre.
d. Repair all leaks prior to res=ing pumps.
D: Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle purnp.
b. Stop irri, ation oump.
c. Make sure no siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows :n the house. flush systems, or solid separators.
December 18,1996

e. Repair ai: leaks prior to restarting pumps.
E: Leakage o.:, =ase or sidew•all of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed to
flowi:ig 3e'zksC ,cssibie action:
a• Dis a sMal.' sump or ditch away from the embankment to catch alI seepage,
put in a suwznersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
boles Zza, cornpac: 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 exte�.t Of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste :each any surface waters?
b. AppAoxamz.M.y how truch was released and for what duration?
C. Any damage Boted. such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spi'I have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a fi:ure ;:. event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
S. Are notable water wells in danger.(either on or off of the property)?
h. How Amuch reached s.z ace waters?
3: Contact aapropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, call your DWQ (Division of Water Quality)
regional of�ice: Fhone$�'0 46:154i After hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942.
Your phone call should include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details
of the incident fror: itern 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 Iocal EMS Phone number -
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact CBS, phone number519 V , local SWCD office phone number z.'79Gs
and local MRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - sue•.+63
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 begin repair of problem to minimize off -site
damage.
SASa. Contractors Name; A etA(f—
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Prone: _.710- 9 O 5?
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6: Contact the technical specialist xho certified the lagoon (MRCS, Consulting
Engineer. etc.',i
a. Name: Cw�tz zer&4tVIC
b. Phone. Jo • 38�-Jaoo
7: Implement procedures as advised by
rectify the damage, repair :he systern
keep problems w;t;; re:ease of wastes
MV9 and technical assistance agencies to
and reassess the waste management plan to
from happening again.

Mortality Management Methods Version —November 26, 2018
When
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
Metho�s o:.7sslec4j'e1rg multiple methods indicate a primary versus secondary option,
than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarlan.
Primary 5econda
Routine Mortality
Sr`a !!"-ee feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours of knowledge of animal
dean. 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
` lgl- `•''=:er tab!e, Attach burial location map and plan.
_and"Il: at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 1
13B '02-0 5A NCAC
Rerc�er!"Z. at a rendering plant licensed under G,S. 106-1 68, 7.
Cor"olete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
® A com.post!ng system approved and permitted by the NO Department of Agriculture & Con-
sumer Services Veterinary Division (attach copy of permit). If compost is distributed off -farm,
add°tior,al requirements must be met and a permit Is required from NO DEQ.
In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved b the
iL— NC aepar;ment of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-649.70). y
® Any-net"od which, in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian
would
the sai :-age cf part of a dead animal's value without endangering human orr anl a khealthsible
(Writ=�e^ aoprovai by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan
Mass ;r,ortality pans are required for farms covered by an NPOES permit. These plans are
also -ecc,;,mended 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-
port: 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
:. e^ rumbers of dead animals exceed normal mortality rates as specified by the State
'%'9ter!r.2r!2n.
• Bur!a! 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).
• 1-1 the event of imminent threat of a disease emergency, the State Veterinarian may enact
additional temporary procedures or measures for dis
4
Signature of Farm Owner/Manager
K
SignaWe of Technical Specialist
posal according to G.S. 106.399.4.
Date
Date

Distance to nearest residence ( other than owner): 4--Y'00.0 feet
AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT (ALW)
0
sows
(farrow
to
finish)
x 1417
lbs. =
0
lbs
0
sows
(farrow
to
feeder)
x 522
lbs. =
0
lbs
2580
head
(finishing
only)
x 135
lbs. -
348300
lbs
0
sows
( farrow
to
wean)
x 433
lbs. =
O
lb�s
0
head
( wean to
feeder)
x 30
lbs. =
0
lb~s
Describe other
0
Total
Average Live Weight =
348300
lbs
_. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 348300 lbs. ALW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb, ALW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. ALW = 1 CF/lb. ALW
Volume = 348300 cubic feet
STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION ()Uj4(,e K Y e ueSt nO S ttkole s�T'
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet S1 U— vj; i i9e. rem0Lw 4 as nee,&,
.. TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside top length (feet)--------------------- 295.0
Inside top width (feet)---------------------- 280.0
Top of dike elevation (feet)----------------- 52.0
Bottom of lagoon elevation (feet)------------ 42.0
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 3.0 289.0 274.0
9.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
289.0 274.0
79186 (AREA OF TOP)
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
235.0 220.0
51700 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
262.0 247.0
258856 (AREA OF MIDSECTION
* 4)
CU. FT. _ [AREA TOP
+ (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM]
* DEPTH/6
79186.0
258856.0 S1700.0
1.5
Total Designed Volume Available =
584613 CU. FT.

5D. Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 7.0 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 48183.3 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 85057 cubic feet
5S. 0 cubic feet
5C. 48183 cubic feet
5D. 48183 cubic feet
TOTAL 181424 cubic feet
�. SUMMARY
Temporary storage period====================>
180
days
Rainfall in excess of evaporation===========>
7.0
inches
- 25 year - 24 hour rainfall============_==__=>
7.0
inches
1.0
feet
Side slopes=====---------------------------->
Inside top length=====______________________>
295.0
feet
Inside top width=====_______________________>
280.0
feet
Top of dike elevation==================___==>
52.0
feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation==================>
42.0
feet:
Total required volume=--==========_-====-_-_>
529724
cu. ft
-
Actual design _ __ _
-`--- -
-
volume====---==__=_=_-_==>
58461 3
cu. ft..
Seasonal high watertable elevation (SHWT)===>
45.6
feet.
Stop Pumping elev.__________________________>
47.9
feet
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev.==========>
45.6
feet
Must be > or = to min. req. treatment el.=>
48.0
feet
Required minimum treatment volume===========>
348300
cu. ft.
Volume at stop pumping elevation============>
355010
cu. ft.
Start Pumping
50.4
feet
Must be at bottom of freeboard & 25 yr. rainfall
Actual volume less 25 yr.- 24 hr. rainfall==>
536430
cu. ft.
Volume at start pumping elevation===========>
537707
cu. ft.
Required volume to be pumped=========---==_=>
133241
cu. ft.
Actual volume planned to be pumped==========>
182697
cu. ft.
Min. thickness of soil liner when required==>
1.5
feet
DESIGNED BY: f%,,�„ APPROVED BY:
DATE:5. DATE:
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS: t&A' Jt5; Jr. f eftd 1�1 eI �a�hE

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 sells 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
gate 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 Iagoon 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 -
I. 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 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. adcquatc 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,

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 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge,
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon.
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment.
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by;

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