HomeMy WebLinkAbout960037_Permit Renewal Application 2019_20190410State 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: 96-0037
2. Facility Name: Triple T
3. Landowner's Name (same as on the Waste Management Plan):
4. Landowner's Mailing Address: 971 Grantham School Rd
City: Mount Olive State: NC
Telephone Number: 919-689-3730 Ext. E-mail:
Certificate Of Coverage Number:
5. Facility's Physical Address: 350 Corbitt Hill Rd
City: Mount_ live State: NC
6. County where Facility is located: Wayne
7. Farm Manager's Name (if different from Landowner):
g. Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
9. Integrator's Name (if there is not an Integrator, write "None"):
10. Operator Name (OIC): John K. Thornton
11. Lessee's Name (if there is not a Lessee, write "None"): pJpf,-Q,
12. Indicate animal operation type and number:
Current Permit: Operations Type
Swine - Feeder to Finish
Operation Types:
Swine
Wean to Finish
Wean to Feeder
Farrow to Finish
Feeder to Finish
Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder
Boar/Stud
Gilts
Other
Cattle
Dairy Calf
Dairy Heifer
Milk Cow
Dry Cow
Beef Stocker Calf
Beef Feeder
Beef Broad Cow
Other
John K Thornton
Prestage Farms Inc
Phone No.: 919-689-3730
Allowable Count
3,675
AWS960037
Zip: 28365-6907
Zip: 28365
OIC #: 19241
Dry Poultry
Other Types
Non Laying Chickens
Horses - Horses
Laying Chickens
Horses - Other
Pullets
Sheep- Sheep
Turkeys
Sheep- Other
Turkey Pullet
Wet Poultry
Non Laying Pullet
Layers
13. Waste Treatment and Storage Lagoons (Verify the following information is accurate and complete. Make all necessary
corrections and provide missing data.)
Structure
Name
Estimated
Date
Built
Liner Type
(Clay, Synthetic,
Unknown)
Capacity
(Cubic Feet)
Estimated
Surface Area
(Square Feet)
Design Freeboard
"Redline"
(Inches)
1
6/9/1992
`
8?s764.99.
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 addr'&ss-below.
The CAWMP must include the following components:' `
1. 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 arown on every land application field
e. The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP
f. The maximum PAN to be applied to every land application field
g. The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP
h. The required NRCS Standard specifications
2. A site map/schematic
3. Emergency Action Plan
4. Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
5. Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted
6. Mortality Control Checklist with selected method noted - Use the enclosed updated Mortality Control Checklist
7. Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.) Please be sure the above table is accurate and
complete. Also provide any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable to
your facility.
8. Operation and Maintenance Plan
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the additional components with your submittal.
(e.g. composting, digesters, waste transfers, etc.)
As a second option to mailing paper copies of the application package, you can scan and email one signed copy of the
application and all the CAWMP items above to: 2019PermitRenewal@ncdenr.gov
I attest that this application has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that,
if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not
included, this application package will be returned to me as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with NC General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person. who knowingly makes any false statement,
representation, or certification in any application may be subject to civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. (18 U.S.C.
Section 1001 provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $10,000 or imprisonment of not more than 5 years, or both for
a similar offense.)
Printed Name of Signing Official (Landowner, or if multiple Landowners all landowners should sign. If Landowner is a
corporation, signature should be by a principal executive officer of the corporation):
Name: ! Title:
01i &JQ`n
Sig r _J b V Date: ! 12 0
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: (919) 707-9100
E-mail: 2019PermitRenewal@ncdenr.gov
FORM: RENEWAL -STATE GENERAL 02/2019
Version —November 26, 2018
Mortality management Methods
Indicate which method(s) will be implemented.
When selecting multiple methods indicate a primary. versus secondary option.
Methods other than those listed must be approved by the State Veterinarian.
Primary Secondary Routine Mortality
a Q 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 beat least one foot above the seasonal
high water table. Attach burial location map and plan:
El
❑ Landfill at municipal solid waste facility permitted by NC DEQ under GS 15A NCAC
13B .0200.
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7.
Complete incineration according to 02 NCAC 52C .0102.
A composting system approved and permitted by the NC Department of Agriculture & Con-
sumer Services Veterinary Division (attach copy of permit). If compost is distributed off -farm,
additional requirements must be met and a permit is required from'NC DEQ.
In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design approved by the
NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (G.S. 106-549.70).
® Any method which, in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian, would make possible
the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering human or animal health.
(Written approval by the State Veterinarian must be attached).
Mass Mortality Plan -
Mass mortality plans are required for farms covered by an NPDES permit. These plans are
also recommended for all animal operations. This plan outlines farm -specific mortality man-
agement methods to be used for mass mortality. The NCDA&CS.Veterinary Division sup-
ports a variety of emergency mortality disposal options; contact the Division for guidance.
• 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.
S' a re o Farm Owner/Manager
VVL
Signatile of Technical Specialist
F U
,sb oh
7 Da e
ate
Triple T
Waste Plan
Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
05-04-2015
This plan has been prepared for: This plan has been developed by:
Triple T Ashley Smith
John Thornton NRCS/Wayne SWCD
350 Corbitt Hill Rd 208 West Chestnut St.
Mount Olive, NC 28365 Goldsboro, NC 2 753 0
919-689-3730 919-734-5281 Ext. 3
U* LO-J-Q-
Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement .
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance
procedures established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal
waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I have read and understand the
Required Specifications concerning animal waste management that are included with
this plan.
Signature (owner) Date
Signature (manager or producer) - Date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of
Agriculture - Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices
adopted by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission.
r
Plan Approved By:
Technical Sp4ialist 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.
87 LSrSto:rag�ecanacitif--,z
Feeder-Finish Lagoon Liquid waste generated 3,406,725 gals/year by a 3,675
Swine Finishing Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste
of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of PIant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
6141
Incorporated 7369
Injected 7369
Irrigated
6141
Max. Avail. Actual PAN PAN Surplus/ Actual Volume Volume Surplus/
PAN (lbs) * Applied (lbs) Deficit (lbs) Applied (Gallons) Deficit (Gallons)
Year 1 6,141 26252-20,111 14,563,949
Year 6,141 25608-19,467 14,207,048 -11, 00,224
-10,800,323
Note: In source ID, S means standard source, U means user defined source.
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Max. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application xnethod(s) identified in the plan for thus source.
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Narrative
Triple T Hog Farm uses a Center Pivot (CP3). The extra acres around the CP are picked up by a Honey
Wagon (HW).
The following Tracts use a HW and also have a buffer. Buffers have already been. subtracted from Waste
Plan Actres.
Tract 732 HW 1
Tract 734 HW 1,4, & 7
Tract 7616 HW 6, & 7
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The table shown below provides a summary ofthe 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
Total
Useable
Leaching
T ct
Field
Acres
Acres
Index (I 1) Soil Series
Crop Sequence
RYE
732
HW 1
39.7
35.74
NIA
Wagram
Smart Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Com, Grain
74 bu.
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
23 bu.
734
CP 3
42.211
29.701NIA
lGoldsboro
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagmss Pasture
6.5 Tons
734
HW 1
27.55
5.63
N/A
Goldsboro
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
6.5 Tons
734
HW 2
0.841
0.84
N/A
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.4 Tons
734
HW 4
4.96
3.59
NIA
Lynchburg
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.5 Tons
734
HW 7
8.91
8.33
N/A
1 Kenansville
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.5 Tons
HW 8
9.70
2.41
N/A
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.4 Tons
E741
HW 2
9.34
9.34
N/A
Kenansville
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 TonsHybrid
Bermudagrass Pasture
5.5 TonsHW
3
2.44
2.44
N/A
Norfolk
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Benudagrass Pasture
6.2 Tons
741
HW 4
2.65
2.65
NIA
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.4 Tons
741
HW 5
4.88
4.88
N/A
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.4 Tons
7616
HW 4
1.63
1.63
N/A
Kenansville
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.5 Tons
7616
HW 5
3.18
IN
N/A
Kalmia
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
6.2 Tons
7616
HW 6
5.73
5.66
N/A
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.4 Tons
7616
HW 7 1
5.11
2.34
N/A
Wagram
Small Grain Overseed
1.0 Tons
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.4 Tons
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Planned Crops Summary
Total Useable Leaching
Tra
Field Acres Aces Index (LI) Soil Series Crop Sequence FRYE
5I G
HW 9 1.37 1.37 N/A
Norfolk Small Grain Overseed 1.0 Ton
PLAN
TOTALS. 170.27 119.73
Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture 6.2 Ton
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
otential to contribute to soluble
None
t leaching below the root zone.
ate potential to contribute to
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned.
nutrient leaching below the roototential
FPotential
to contributeto soluble
leaching below the
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned. Other conservation practicesthat improvet
root zone.
the soils available water holding capacity and improve nutrientuse efficiency should be
considered. Examples are Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sod-BasedRotations
(328), Long -Term No -Till (778), and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Strips (393) and
Riparian Fdrest Buffers (391).
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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 use 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 bymanure or
other by-products, 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 quantity of nitrogen from each source is also included. A balance of the total manure produced and the total manure applied is
included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provides for the utilization of the manure generated by the operation.
Waste iltili7atinn Tahla
Source
Total
Use.
Tract
Field
ID
I Soil Series
Acres
Acres
732
HW 1
S7
Wagram
39.77
35.74
Small Grain Oversee(
732
HW 1
S7
Wagram
39.77
35.74
Corn, Grain
734
CP 3
S7
Goldsboro
42.21
29.70
Small Grain Oversee(
734
CP 3
S7
Goldsboro
42.21
29.70
Hybrid Bermudagras;
734
HW 1
S7
Goldsboro
27.55
5.63
Small Grain Oversee(
734
HW 1
S7
Goldsboro
27.55
5.63
Hybrid Bermudagras;
734
HW 2
S7
Wagram
0.84
0.84
Small Grain Oversee(
734
HW 2
S7
Wagram
0.84
0.84
Hybrid Bermudagras.
734
HW 4
S7
Lynchburg
4.96
3.59
Small Grain Overseec
HW 4
S7
Lynchburg
4.96
3.59
Hybrid Bermudagrass
[734
HW 7
S7
Kenansville
8.91
8.33
Small Grain Overseec
HW 7
S7
Kenansville
8.91
8.33
Hybrid Bernudagrass
734
HW 8
S7
Wagram
9.70
2.41
Small Grain Overseed
F741
HW 8
S7
Wagram
9.70
2.41
Hybrid Bermudagrass
HW 2
S7
Kenansville
9.34
9.34
Small Grain Overseed
741
HW 2
S7
Kenansville
9.34
9.34
Hybrid Bermudagrass
Crop
Pasture
Pasture
Pasture
Pasture
Pasture
Pasture
Pasture
1
Nitrogen Comm, I Res.
PA Fert. (lbs/A
Nutrient Nutrient
Req'd Applied
Applec. APPIic
RYE Period N N N Method
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
74 bu.
2/15-6/30
90
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
6.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
222
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
6.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
222
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
5.4 Tons
3/1-9/30
198
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
5.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
179
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3131
50
0
0
5.5 Tons
3/1-9/30
202
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
5.4 Tons
3/I-9/30
198
0
0
1.0 Tons
10/1-3/31
50
0
0
5.5 Tons
3/1-9/30 1
202
0
0
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
PA
Nutri(
Apphi
(lbs/7
W
2
2
1
Irrig. 1
Irrig.
Irrig. 2
Irrig.
Irrig. 1
Irrig.
Irrig. 2
E Liquid
ManureA
nt pplied
d (acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
1000
gal/A
35 19.42
90 49.93
50 27.74
Z2 123.16
Tons
0.00
1000 gals
693.97
tons
0.00
0.00
1,784.50
0.00
0.00
823.85
0.00
0.00
3,657.88
0.00
50 27.74
U 123.16
0.00
0.00
156.17
693.40
0.00
0.00
50 27.74
)8 109.85
50 27.741
0.00
23.30
0.00
0.00
92.27
AO0
0.00199.58
19 99.31
i0 27.74
)2 112.07
i0 27.74
)8 109.85
i0 27.74
)2 112.07
0.00
0.00
356.51
0.00
231.07
0.00
0.00
0:00
0.00
0.00
0.00
933.51
0.00
66.85
0.00
264.73
259.08
1,046.69
0.00
0.00
0.00
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Waste Utilization Table
Year 1
Tract
741
741
741
741
741
741
7616
7616
7616
7616
761JHW9
Field
14W 3
HW 3
HW 4
HW 4
HW S
HW 5
HW 4
HW 4
HW 5
HW 5
Source
ID Soil Series
S7 Norfolk
S7 Norfolk
S7 Wagram
S7 Wagram
S7 Wagram
S7 Wagra----------------
m
S7 Kenansville
S7 Kenansville
S7 Kalmia
S7 Kalmia
7 Wagram
7 Wagram
7 Wagram
7 Wagram
7 Norfolk
Norfolk
Total
Acres
2.44
2.44
2.65
2.65
4.88
4.88
1.63
1.63
3.18
3.18
5.73
5.73
5.11
5.11
1.37
1.37
Use.
Acres Crop
2.44 Small Grain Overseed
2.44 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
2.65 Small Grain Overseed
2.65 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
4.88 Small Grain Overseed
4.88 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
1.63 Small Grain Overseed
1.63 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
3.18 Small Grain Overseed
3.18 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
-
5.66 Small Grain Overseed
5.66 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
2.34 Small Grain Overseed
2.34 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
1.37 Small Grain Overseed
1.37 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
RYE
1.0 Tons
6.2 Tans
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0Tons
5.5 Tons
1.0 Tons
6.2 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
6.2 Tons
Appiic.
Period
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
Nitrogen Canm
PA Fert.
Nutrient Nutrient
Req'd Applied
(Ibs/A) (lbs/A)
N N
50 0
212 0
50 0
198 0
50 0
198 0
50 0
202 0
50 D
212 0
50 D
198 0
50 0
198 0
50 0
212 0
Res,
(Ibs/A)
N
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Applic.
Method
Irri .
g
Irrig.
Irrig.
g
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig. .
Irrig.
Irrig.
g
Irrig.
Irrig. .
Irrig.
Irri .
g
Irrig.
Manure
PA
Nutrient
Apph'ed
(lbs/A)
N
50
212
50
198
50
198
50
202
50
212
50
198
50
198
50
212
Liquid Solid
ManureA Manure
pplied Applied
(acre) (acre)
1000
gal/A Tons
27.74 0.00
117.61 0.00
27.74 0.00
109.85 0.00
27,74 0.00
109.85 0.00
27.74 0.00
112.07 0.00
27.74 0.00
117.61 0.00
27.74 0.00
109.85 0..00
27.74 0.00
109.85 0.00
27.74 0.00
117.61 0.00
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
1000 gals
67.68
286.98
73.51
291.09
135.37
536.05
45.22
182.67
88.21
374.01
157.00
621.73
64.91
257.04
38.00
161.13
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
tons
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.0
0.01
0.01
0.01
0.0(
0.0(
0.0(
0.0(
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.0
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
14,563.95
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
3,406.73
Balance, 1000 gallons-11,157.22
Total Applied, tons
0.00
Total
Produced, tons
0.00
Notes:
1. In the tract column, symbol means leased, otherwise, owned. 2.
Symbol * means user entered data.
Balance, tons
0.0
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Year 2
Tract
Field
Source
ID Soil Series
Total
Acres
Use.
Acres Crop
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen Comm.
PA Fert.
Nutrient Nutrient
Req'd Applied
(Ibs/A) (Ibs/A)
N N
Res.
(Ibs/A)
N
Applic,
Method
I Manure
PA
Nutrient
Applied
(Ibs/A)
N
Liquid Solid
ManureA Manure
pplied Applied
(acre) (acre)
1000
gal/A Tons
Liquid I
Manua;
Applied
(Field)
1000 gals
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
tons
732
732
734
734
734
734
734
734
734
734
734
734
734
734
741
741
741
741
741
741
741
741
HW 1
HW 1
CP 3
CP 3
HW 1
HW 1
HW 2
HW2S7
HW 4
HW 4
HW 7
HW 7
HW 8
HW 8
HW 2
HW 2
HW 3
HW 3
HW 4
HW 4
HW 5
HW 5
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
S7
Wagram
Wagram
Goldsboro
Goldsboro
Goldsboro
Goldsboro
Wagram
Wagram
Lynchburg
Lynchburg
Kenansville
Kenansville
Wagram
Wagram
Kenansville
Kenansville
Norfolk
Norfolk
Wagram
Wagram
Wagram
Wagram
39.77
39.77
42.21
42.21
27.55
27.55
0.84
0.84
4.96
4.96
8.91
8.91
9.70
9.70
9.34
9.34
2.44
2.44
2,65
2.65
4.88
4.88
35.74 Small Grain Overseed
35.74 Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
29.70 Small Grain Overseed
29.70 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.63 Small Grain Overseed
5.63 Hybrid Bemiudagrass Pasture
0.84 Small Grain Overseed
0.84 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
3.59 Small Grain Overseed
3.59 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
8.33 Small Grain Overseed
8.33 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
2.41 Small Grain Overseed
2.41 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
9.34 Small Grain Overseed
9.34 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
2.44 Small Grain Overseed
2.44 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
2.65 Small Grain Overseed
2.65 Hybrid Benmudagrass Pasture
4.88 Small Grain Overseed
4.88 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
lA Tons
23 bu.
LO Tons
6.5 Tons
1A Tons
6.5 Tons
lA Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.5 Tons
1,0 Tons
5.5 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.5 Tons
1.0 Tons
6.2 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
LO Tons
5.4 Tons
10/1-3/31
4/1-9/15
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3f1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
50
92
50
222
50
222
50
198
50
179
50
202
50
198
50
202
50
212
50
198
50
198
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Irrig.
Irrig,
g. hri
Irrig.
h-rig.
Irrig.
Irrig.E123,16
Irrig.09.85
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig,
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
Irrig.
15
92
50
222
50
50
179
50
202
50
198
50
202
50
212
501
198
5
198
8.32
51.04
27.74
123.16
27.74
27.74
27.74
99.31
27.74
112.07
27.740.00
109.85
27.74
112.07
27.74
117.61
27.74
109.85
27.74
109.85
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
297.42
1,824.16
823.85
3,657.88
156.17
693.40
23.30
92.27
99.58
356.51
231,07
933.51
66.85
264.73
259.08
1,046.69
67.68
286.98
73.51
.291.09
135.37
536.45
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0:00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.0
0.00
0.0
0.0t
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Year 2
Nitrogen Comm.
PA
Fert,
Nutrient
Nutrient
Tract
7616
7616
7616
7616
7616
7616
7616
7616
7616
7616
Field
HW 4
HW 4
HW 5
HW 5
HW 6
HP/ 6
HW 7
I.1W 7
HW 9
HW 9
Source
ID Soil Series
S7 Kenansville
S7 Kenansvil(e
S7 ICalmia
57- Kalmia
S7 Wagram
S7 Wagram
S7 Wagram
S7 agram
S7 Norfolk
S7 Norfolk
TOW
Acres
1.63
1,63
3:18
3.18
5.73
5.73
5.11
5.11
1.37
1.37
Use.
Acres Crop
1.63 Small Grain Overseed
1.63 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
3.18 Small Grain Overseed
3.18 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
5.66 Small Grain Overseed
5.66 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
2.34 Small Grain Overseed
2.34 Hybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
1.37 Small Grain Overseed
1.37 IIybrid Bermudagrass Pasture
RYE
1.0 Tons
5.5 Tons
1.0 Tons
6.2 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
5.4 Tons
1.0 Tons
6,2 Tons
Applic.
Period
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3%31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
10/1-3/31
3/1-9/30
Req'd
(lbs/A)
N
50
202
50
212
50
198
50
198
S0
212
Applied
(lbs/A)
N
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Notes: 1. In the tract column, - symbol means leased, otherwise, owned. 2. Symbol * means user entered data
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Date Printed: 5/4/2015
PA _
ManureA Manure
IN"10
Manure
Solid
�pbs/A)
ANutli�nt PPlled Applied
Applied
Manure
Applied
(Ibs/A) (acre) (acre)
(Field)
(Field)
Applic.
1000
N
Method
N gal/A Tons
1000 gals
tons
0
Irrig,
50 27.74 0.00
45.22
0.01
0
Irrig.
202 112.07 0.00
182.67
0.0(
0
Irrig,
50 27.74 0.00
88.21
0.0(
0
Irrig.
212 117.61 0.00
374.01
0.00
0
Irrig.
50 27.74 0.00
157.00
0,00
0
Irrig.
198 109.85 0.0
621.73
0.00
0
Irrig.
50 27.74 0.0
64.91
0.00
0
Irrig.
198 .109.85 0,00
257.04
0.00
0
Irrig.
50 27.74 0.00
38.00
0.00
0
Irrig•
21 117.61 0.00
161.13
0.0
Total Applied, 1000 gallons 14,207.05
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
3,406.73
Balance, 1000 gallons -10,800.32
Total Applied, tons
0 0
Total Produced, tons
0.00
Balance, tons
n nn
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The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table. Infiltration rate varies
with soils. If applying waste nutrients through runoff. This table provides the maximum appli an irrigation system, you must apply at a rate that will not result in
cation 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
Application Amount
HW 1
Wagram
(inches/hour)732
(inches)
734
CP 3
Goldsboro
0.60
1.0
734
HW 1
Goldsboro
0.50
1.0
734
HW 2
Wagram
0.50
1.0
734
HW 4
Lynchburg
0.60
1.0
734
HW 7
KenansvilIe
0.50
1.0
734
HW 8
Wagram
0.60
1.0
741
HW 2
Kenansville
0.60
1.0
741
HW 3
Norfolk
0.60
1.0
741
HW 4
Wagram
o.so 0.50
1.0
741
HW 5
Wagram
1.0
7616
HW 4
Kenansville
0.60
1.0
7616
HW 5
Kalmia
0.60
1.0
7616
HW 6
Wagram
0.50
1.0
7616
HW 7
Wagram
0.60
1.0
7616
HW 9
Norfolk
0.60
1.0
0.50
1.0
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NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data.
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LINDA CULPEPPER
NORTH CAROLINA
Dveeror
Environmental Quality
February 27, 2019
John K Thornton
Triple T
971 Grantham School Rd
Mount Olive, NC 28365-6907
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring State General Permit
Dear Permittee:
Your facility is currently approved for operation under one of the Animal Waste Operation State Non -Discharge General Permits,
which expire on September 30, 2019. Copies of the new animal waste operation State Non -Discharge General Permits are available
at https://dea.nc.aov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-Qualin-reLional-operations/afo or by writing or calling:
NCDEQ-DWR
Animal Feeding Operations Program
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: (919) 707-9100
In order to assure your continued coverage under the State Non -Discharge General Permits you must submit an application for
permit coverage to the Division. Enclosed r_ou will find a "Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility Currently Covered by an
Expiring State Non -Discharge General Permit." The application form must be completed, signed and returned b, April 3. 2019.
Please note that you must include one { 1) copy of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan f CAWMPI with the
completed and sinned application form. A list of items included in the CAWMP can be found on page 2 of the renewal
application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the State Non -Discharge General Permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel
free to contact the Animal Feeding Operations Branch staff at 919-707-9100.
Sincerely,
Jon Risgaard, Section Chief
Animal Feeding Operations and Groundwater Section
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures): Washington Regional Office, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Wayne County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOG Section Central Files - AWS960037
Prestage Farms Inc
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512 N. Ss';sbun St. 11+338 Ma Sera- Lentt_-r I Rae sh, Nortilh Caro"Aa 27S39�I .3£
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The following Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate ofthe number ofacres 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 ofthe effluent. At
clean out, this material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the
priority nutrient is nitrogen but other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since
nutrient levels are generally very high, application ofsludge 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 betaken not to load effluent application fields with
high amounts of copper and zinc so that additional effluent cannot be applied. On sites vulnerable to surface water
moving to streams and lakes, phosphorous is a concern. - Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also
be a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Maximum.
Maximum Sludge
Crop
PA-N Rate
lb/ac
Application Rate
1000 gal/ac
Minimum Acres Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation 10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
Hay 6 ton R.Y.E.
Soybean 40 bu
150
300
160
14.69
29.38
15 67
41.28 82.56
20.64 41.28
38.70 77.40
123.85
61.92
116.11
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate ofthe 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 structure's temporary storage capacity.
:Available Waste StoraLie Capacity
Source Name
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days)
1
1
135
1
2
180
1
3
180
1
4
180
1
5
180
1
6
180
1
7
149
1
8
180
1
9
150
1
10
119
1
11
164
1
12
133
2
1
102
2
2
161
2
3
180
2
4
180
2
5
149
2
6
180
2
7
180
2
8
180
2
9
180
2
10
149
2
11
180
2
12
149
* 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, MRCS 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).
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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.
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 grooving crops in such a manner
that the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit
growth. The potential for salt damage from animal waste should also be
considered.
10. Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring
planted crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Waste/nutrient
loading rates on these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable
winter cover crop* planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not
be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1,1995 shall comply with
the following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is
applied from a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at least
50 feet from any residential property boundary and canal. Animal waste,
other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1,1995,
shall not be applied closer that 25 feet to perennial waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other
than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and
public right-of-ways.
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15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways,
or wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be
applied to prior converted cropland provided the fields have been
approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist". Animal
waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly
into water courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be
applied at agronomic rates in a manner that causes no runoff or drift
from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets,
sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management
system.
17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all
disturbed areas (lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas
shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as
trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc., are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and
accessible. Berms and structures should be inspected regularly for
evidence of erosion, leakage, or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the
owner is responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan"
which will eliminate the possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution, and
erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected
on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular
maintenance checklist should be kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other
crops for direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on
crops for direct human consumption, it should only be applied pre -plant
with no further applications of animal waste during the crop season.
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.
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22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested
at least annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen
shall be the rate -determining nutrient, unless other restrictions require
waste to be applied based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower
application rate than a nitrogen based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the
soils shall be monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when
these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted and
maintained for optimum crop production. Soil and waste analysis
records shall be kept for a minimum of five years. Poultry dry waste
application records shall be maintained for a minimum of three years.
Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five
(5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
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Crop Notes
The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 1
Corn: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leaching
In the Coastal Plain, corn is normally planted when soil temperatures reach 52 to 55 degrees fahrenheit.
Review the Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to select a high _
yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Plant 1-2" deep. Plant
populations should be determined by the hybrid being planted. Increase the seeding rate by 10% when
planting no -till. Phosphorus and potassium recommended by a soil test can be broadcast or banded at
planting. When planting early in cool, wet soil, banded phosphorus will be more available to the young
plants. An accepted practice is to apply 20-30 lbs/acre N and 20-30 lbs/acre phosphorus banded as a
starter and one-half the remaining N behind the planter. The rest of the N should be applied about 3040
days after emergence. The total amount of N is dependent on soil type. When including a starter in the
fertilizer program, the recommended potassium and any additional phosphorus is normally broadcast at
planting. Plant samples can be analyzed during the growing season to monitor the overall nutrient status
of the corn. Timely management of weeds and insects are essential for corn production.
The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 4
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, low -leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from
October 15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for
each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable
seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the
initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and
rye at 1-1 1/2 bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is
essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more
than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at
this time. The remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
The following crop note applies to field(s): CP 3, HW 1
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, low -leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from
October 15 November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for
each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable
seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the
initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and
rye at 1-1 1/2 bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is
essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more
than 301bs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at
this time. The remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
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The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 3, ITW 5, HW 9
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from
October 15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for
each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable
seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the
initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and
rye at 1-1 112 bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is
essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more
than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at
this time. The remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 1, HW 2, HW 4, HW 5, HW 6, HW 7, HW 8
Small Grain: CP, Mineral Soil, medium leachable
In the Coastal Plain, oats and barley should be planted from October 15-October 30; and rye from
October 15-November 20. For barley, plant 22 seed/drill row foot and increase the seeding rate by 5% for
each week seeding is delayed beyond the optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable
seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU "Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the
initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting no -till. Oats should be planted at 2 bushels/acre and
rye at 1-1 1/2 bushels/acre. Plant all these small grains at 1-1 1/2" deep. Adequate depth control is
essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private companies to
select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more
than 30 lbs/acre N at planting. Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at
this time. The remaining N should be applied during the months of February -March.
ncwEDMCDEOlDWR
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Regional Operations Section
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The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 4
Bermudagrass CP, Mineral Soil, Poorly Drained to Somewhat Poorly Drained.
Adaptation: Effective artificial drainage MUST be in place to achieve Realistic Yield Expectations
provided for these soils.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual -maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates.by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization,
of Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): CP 3, HW 1
Bermudagrass CP, Mineral Soil, Poorly Drained to Somewhat Poorly Drained.
Adaptation: Effective artificial drainage MUST be in place to achieve Realistic Yield Expectations
provided for these soils.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 3 0 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization
of Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
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The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 3, HW 5, HW 9
Benmudagrass: CP, Mineral Soil, Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 3 0 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 1001b/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization
of Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
The following crop note applies to field(s): HW 2, HW 4, HW 5, HW 6, HW 7, HW 8
Bermudagrass: CP, Mineral Soil, Moderately Well Drained.
Adaptation: Well -adapted.
In the Coastal Plain, hybrid bermudagrass sprigs can be planted Mar. 1 to Mar. 31. Cover sprigs 1" to 3"
deep (1.5" optimal). Sprigs should be planted quickly after digging and not allowed to dry in sun and
wind. For Coastal and Tifton 78 plant at least 10 bu/ac in 3' rows, spaced 2' to 3' in the row. Generally a
rate of 30 bu/ac is satisfactory to produce full groundcover in one or two years under good growing
conditions. Tifton 44 spreads slowly, so use at least 40 bu/ac in 1.5' to 2' rows spaced 1' to 1.5' in row.
For broadcast/disked-in sprigs use about 60 bu/ac. Soil test for the amounts of lime, phosphorus,
potassium and micronutrients to apply preplant and for annual maintenance. Apply 60 to 100 lb/ac N in
the establishment year in split applications in April and July. For established stands apply 180 to 240
lb/ac N annually in split applications, usually in April and following the first and second hay cuts.
Reduce N rates by 25% for grazing. Refer to NCSU Technical Bulletin 305 Production and Utilization
of Pastures and Forages in North Carolina for more information or consult your regional agronomist or
extension agent for assistance.
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The following crop note applies to feld(s): HW 1
Double -Crop Soybeans, Coastal Plain: Mineral soil, medium leachable
Double -crop soybeans should be planted as early in June as possible with planting completed by July 4th.
When no -tilling soybeans in small grain straw, it is essential to manage the straw to achieve adequate
plant populations. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private
companies to select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions.
Plant 2-4 seed/row foot for 7-8" drills; 4-6 seed/row foot for 15" rows; 6-8 seed/row foot for 30" rows
and 8-10 seed/row foot for 36" rows. Increase the seeding rate by at least 10% for no -till planting.
Seeding depth should be 1-1 1/2" and adequate depth control is essential. Phosphorus and potash
recommended for the soybeans can be applied to the wheat in the Fall. Soybeans produce their own
nitrogen and are normally grown without additions of nitrogen. However, applications of 20-301bs/acre
N are sometimes made at planting to promote early growth and vigor. Tissue samples can be analyzed
during the growing season to monitor the overall nutrient status of the soybeans. Timely management of
weeds and insects is essential for profitable double crop soybean production.
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Phosphorus Loss Assessment Tool Completion
Name of Facility: --:Tr 1 I et __ Facility Number: q(0 - 003
Owner(s) Name: � O k h 'Th a r r- 4 o o Phone No: ;. ct 14} 6R?7 — 3730
Mailing Address: 7 rnn JC� Do ; _ ((� C� _ } 0 0r ` � 0 Jive .N C Z S3 to S
�'1VoCh�eck the appropriate box below, and sign at the bottom:
L'�Jfields received a high or very high rating.
❑ Yes, the fields listed below received a high or very high rating:
Field Number _ Size Acres _ Ratin i ,h or Vey Hi;h)
Please use as many additional attachment forms (PLAT-A-12-15-05) as needed for additional fields.
By completing the above section and any additional attachments and by signing this form, the facility
owner and Technical Specialist acknowledge all application fields were evaluated using the Phosphorus
Loss Assessment Tool. All necessary calculations were completed to conduct the Assessment. A copy will
be kept on site with the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan. Any future modifications must be
approved by a technical specialist and filed with the Soil and Water Conservation District prior to
implementation. Waste plans with fields having a high or very high rating will have to be modified to
address phosphorus loss by the next permit cycle beginning July, 2007.
Owner Name:_ o A
Owner Signature:
Technical Specialist Name:_ A swe
Date: 6�-
Technical Specialist Signature: ��n,,,, Date: `��'
Affiliation: Q o ►1 �' �% P� _ Phone No.- I9) 131—S2_91-EX+3
Submit this form to:
NC Division of Water Resources
Aquifer Protection Section
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
PLAT-12-15-05
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ANAT Version: 1.98
_kT Results For: Wayne 5/4/2015 1:56:07 PM
INPUTS
lendar Year:
2015
unty:
Wayne
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Triple T
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732
eld Number:
HW 1
it Series:
WaB: Wagram loamy sand, 0 to
6 percent slopes
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Corn (Grain) : Conservation
Tillage - minimum residue
rtilizers:
Swine -Lagoon liquid
Yearly Applied Amount:
1.84 ac in
Lb P205:
38.02 lb
Application Method:
All other surface applications
it Loss:
1.9 t/ac/yr
ceiving Slope Distance
300+ ft
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1.24
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w1v°s°on Phone: (919) 733.2666
Website: www.nt gov/agronomi/ '
Edgar G Thornton Report No, FY14 _ _037~
7Sample ID: 4873 Recommendations:
L1P°0e Page 4 of 7
Crop tonslacre Nutrients (lb/acre) _ story:1 -Bermuda hay/past., M ( 0.7 ) N P2Os K20 M
180-220 0 g S Mn Zn Cu B Information
�� 2-Bermuda hay/past., h 0.0 150 p 0 0
180-220 0 150 0 0 0 Note: 12 Noted
Test Results [units - WN in 9/crn3; CEC and Na in meq/100 cm3; NO3-N In mg/drift-- - - -- - ~ - - O 0
0 Note: 12 Note:
HM% WN CEC BS% Soil Class: Mineral
Ac pH P-1 K-I Ca% Mg% 0.76 1.24 5.0 69 1.6 5.5 155 Zn Al Cu-I Na ESP SS-1 NO3-N
Sample ID: 4874 Recmmendatio
ons: 35 56 g
S-1 Mn-1 Mn-All Mn-AI2 Zn•1
Lime 33 8 22
22 47 47 128 0.1 2
Lime Histo _ Crop Nutrients (lb/acre) _ -
1 -Bermuda haylpast. M (tons/acre) N P205 - - 0.7 180-220 0 1K60 09 S Mn More
2 - Bermuda hay/past., N 0.0 Zn Cu B Information
180-220 0 0 � 0 p 0
Test Results [units - WN in g/cm.; CEC and Na in meq/100 cm3; NO3-N in mg/drrr3]: 160 0 0 � 0 Note: 12 Note:
0 0 Note: 12 Note:
I IM% WN CEC BS% Ac Soil Class: Mineral
pN P-I K-I Ca% Mg% S-I Mn-I Mn-All Mn-Al2 Zn•I Zn-AI Cu-1 0.81 1.26 4.3 62 1.6 5.5 _ Na ESP SS4
Sample ID: 4875 _ -139 32 48 11 35 5 20 NO3-N
Recommendations: Lima ---
Lime 20 36 36 107
0.1 2
Crop (tons/acre) �9 Nutrients (Ib/acre) -
History- �- 1 -Bermuda hay/past., M 0.7 PZOa K20 - - - More
180-220 0 Mg S Mn Zn Cu - 2- Bermuda hay/past., h 0.0 150 0 0 $ 0 0 1 Information
- - _ _ 180-220 0 150 0 0 0 Note: 12 Note:
Test Results [units - WN in g/cm3; CEC and Na in °neg1100 cm3; NO3-N in mg/drvr3]: ~ - -- - -� -- - - - - 0
_Note: 12 Note:
NM% WN CEC BS°j° Ac Soil Class: Mineral - - - --- - - -
pR P-1 K-1 Ca% Mg% S-I Mn-I Mn-All Mn-AI2 Zn-I Zn-AI Cu-I
0.76 1.22 3.9 60 1.6 5.5 147 34 44 12 32 9
Sample ID: 732 -- - Na ESP SS -I NO3-N
1, Recommendations: Lime -`- �= 22 22 55 55 Crop - Nutrients (Ib/acre) _`� 125 0.1
3
Lime History 1 -Soybean M
(tons/acre) N P2Os K20 - - -
0.8 g S Mn More
- 2-Com,grain 0 Zn Cu 0 80 0 0 B Information
0.0 120 -160 0 80 10 0 0 0 Note: 3
Test Results [units - W/V in g/cm3; CEC and Na in megM00 crn3; NO3-N in mg/dm3]: 0 0 -- - ---- -0 0
HM% WN CEC BS% Ac - 0 Note:3 Note:
Soil Class: Mineral
PH P-I 28 Ca°10 Mg% S-1 Mn-I Mn-All Mn AI2 Zn-I
0:76 1.24 3.5 -- 53- -- -1.6 5,4 138 28 Zn-AI Cu-i Na ESP SS-1 NO3-N
- 37 12 31 5 - 13 20 32
- - - 32 103 0.0
Edgar G. Thornton
4_ y "'cagr-gov/agronomi/
Report No, FY15-SL031098
�111111tlnaations: • Lime
Lime History: Crop -- Nutrients (ib/acre) Page 3 of
(tons/acre) N P206 K20 M
. 1 -Bermuda hay/past., M p,5 9 S More
2 _ 180-220 130 160 0 Mn Zn Cu B Information
Test Results [units - WN in g/cnr ; CEC and Na in meq/100 cros; NOs-N in mg/drr►�]; - - - - 0 0 0
Notes: 12 Note:
HM% W/�/ CEC BS% 50,1 Class: Mineral - - -
Ac pH P-1 K-1 Ca% Mg% S-I - --
0.04 1.38 2.4 68 0.8 Mn-I. Mn-All Mn-Al2 Zn-I Sample ID: 80724 4'9 5>g 40 22 Zn-AI Cu-1 Na
Recommendations: - 69 g 22 ESP SS.I Nos-N
Crop Lime 26 26 20 0.1 4
Lime History: (tons/acre) _N Nutrients (lb/acre) _
1 - Bermuda hay/past., M 0.5 P20s K20 Mg S More
2 - 180-220 130 170 Mn Zn Cu g
_ _ 0 p � 0 Information �
Test Results [units - WN in g/crrr�; CEC and Na in meq/100 cm3 - - ` - -- - - - - -- -- - - - $ 0 Note: 12 Note:
HM% WN ; NOs-N in mg/drn3]: - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - _
CEC BS% Ac pH P-1 Soil Class: Mineral - - --- -
0.04 1.34 K.I Ca% Mg% S-1 Mn-I Mn-All Mn-AI2 Zn-I
2.0 62 0.8 4.9 _ 5 Zn AI Cu-I
Sample ID; 732 Recommendations: 27 36 20 72 10 Na ESP SS -I NOs-N
Lime 23 27 27
t +(J�e Crop Nutrients (lb/acre) 18 01 5
Lime History: 1 -Soybean (tons/acre) N P205
0.5 Kz0 Mg S More
2 - 0 130 8D Mn Zn-- --CU B
_ 0 p 10 0 Information
Test Results [units - W/�/ in g/cO; CEC and Na in meq/100 cnr3• 0 0 Note: 3
HM% WN , NOs-N in mg/dO]: - - 0-
CEC BS% Ac pH P- Sail Class: Mineral - -
0.04 1.34 I K-I Ca% Mg% S-1 Mn-I Mn-AI1 Mn-AI2 Zn-1 Zn AI Cu.1
2.3 _ - 67 - _0.8 - - 4.9 - - 5 - 28 39 22
- _ -_ _ - -- 72 9 15 Na ESP SS=1 NO3-N
— -- 1-5- 31 31 29 0.1 4
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2) local S WCD office, phone number: a _� 3' S�`0
3) local NRCS office, phone number: R SaV
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff s 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.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting Engineer,
etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWR and technical assistance agencies to rectify
the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste management plan to keep problems
with release of wastes from happening again.
3 November 23, 2016
Insect Control Checklist:for. Animal Operations
Source Cause BMPs to Control Insects Site Specific. Practices
_ Liquid ;N-stems
Flush gutters Accumulation of solids Flush system Js designed and operated sufficiently
to remove accumulated solids from gutters as
designed
0 Remove bridging of accumulated •solids at
,F discharge
Lagoons and pits Crusted solids
Excessive vegetative • Decaying vegetation
growth
Feeders
• Feed spillage
Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
Pest breeding is apparent to minimize the crusting
of solids to a depth of no more than 6 to 8 inches
over, more than 30. percent of surface
Maintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter along
water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
Design, operate, and maintain feed systems
(e.g., bunkers and troughs) to minimize the
accumulation of decaying wastage
Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7- to 10-
Ilday interval during summer; 15- to 30-day interval
during winter)
AMIC - November 11, 1996, page 1
Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source Cause
BMPs to Control Insects Site Specific Practices
Feed storage Accumulations of feed
Reduce moisture accumulation within and around
residues
immediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
ensuring drainage is away- from site- and/or providing
adequate containment (e.g., covered bin for
brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
products)
O Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed
Animal holding areas Accumulations of animal
O Eliminate low areas that trap moisture along fences
wastes and feed wastage
and other locations where waste accumulates and
disturbance by animals is minimal
O Maintain fence rows and filter strips around animal
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes
(i.e:- inspect for and remove or break up
accumulated solids as needed
Dry manure handling Accumulations of animal
O Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g.,
systems wastes
7- to 10-day interval during summer; 15- to 30-day
interval during winter) where manure is loaded for
land application or disposal
O Provide for adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles
O Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filter strips around stockpiles and manure
handling areas as needed
For more information contact:
Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-7613.
AMIC - November 11, 1996, page 2
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source Cause. BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead Swine production Vegetative or wooded buffers
Recommended best management practices
J' Good judgment and common sense
Animal body • Dirty manure -covered P� Dry floors,
surfaces animals
Floor surfaces • Wet manure -covered floors Slotted floors
O Waterers located over slotted floors
F eeders at high end of. solid floors
9--scrape manure buildup from floors
Underfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection • Urine Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge,
pits . Partial microbial or scrape
decomposition 0 Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust • Volatile gases Fan maintenance
fans • Dust Efficient air movement
Indoor surfaces • Dust Washdown between groups of animals
❑ Feed additives
O 'Feeder covers
O Feed delivery downspout extenders to feeder
Flush tanks Agitation of recycled lagoon 0 Flush tank covers
liquid while tanks are filling O Extend fill lines to near bottom of tanks with
anti -siphon vents
Flush alleys Agitation during wastewater O Underfloor flush with underfloor ventilation
conveyance
AMOC - November 11, 1996, page 1,
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source Cause BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Pit recharge points Agitation of recycled lagoon O Extend recharge lines to near bottom of pits with
liquid while pits are filling anti -siphon vents
Lift stations
Outside drain
collection or junction
boxes
End of drainpipes
at lagoon
Lagoon surfaces
• Agitation during sump tank 0 Sump tank covers
filling and drawdown
• Agitation during wastewater 0 Box covers
conveyance
• Agitation during wastewater 0 Extend' discharge point of pipes underneath
conveyance lagoon liquid level
• Volatile gas emissions A Proper lagoon liquid capacity .
• Biological mixing Correct lagoon startup procedures
• Agitation O Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
0 Minimum agitation when pumping
O Mechanical aeration
0 Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler • High pressure agitation eq Irrigate on dry days with little or no wind
nozzles . Wind drift Minimum recommended operating pressure
0 Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface
0 Pump from second -stage lagoon
Storage tank or Partial microbial O Bottom or midlevel loading
basin surface decomposition O Tank covers
• Mixing while.filling
• Agitation when emptying
O Basin surface mats of solids
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
AMOC - November 11, 1996, page 2
Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source Cause _ BMPs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Settling basin surface Partial microbial O Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid level
Manure, slurry, or
sludge spreader
outlets
Uncovered manure,
slurry, or sludge on
field surfaces
decomposition
• Mixing while filling
• Agitation when emptying
• Agitation when spreading
Volatile gas emissions
Volatile gas emissions while
drying
C3 Remove settled solids regularly
Soil injection of slurry/sludges
O Wash residual manure from spreader after use
0 Proven biological additives or oxidants
O Soil injection of slurry/sludges
O Soil incorporation within 48 hours
O Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
O Proven biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals Carcass decomposition Proper disposition of carcasses
Dead animal disposal • Carcass decomposition O Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
pits O Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators • Incomplete combustion 0 Secondary stack burners
Standing water • Improper drainage Grade and landscape such that water drains away
around facilities . Microbial decomposition of from facilities
organic matter
Manure tracked onto • Poorly maintained access Farm access road maintenance
public roads from roads d
farm access
AMOC - November 11, 1996, page 3
Additional Information:
Swine Manure Management; .0200 RuleBMP Packet
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies; EBAE Fact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge— Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor 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; 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
Available From:
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU— BAE
NCSU— BAE
NCSU— BAE
NCSU— BAE
NCSU— BAE
NCSU— Swine Extension
N.C. Pork Producers Assoc.
NCSU Agricultural Communications
Florida Cooperative Extension
AMOC - November 11, 1996, page 4
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"Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Wa ste M'ana9ement Systems Manual
1
OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
It is especially important to manage
Yea' priority. periods.
management should be a Y extended rainy and wet p
Proper lagoon you
do roblems during Crop is
levels so that you d° not have p lagoon for periods when the receiving
elis'such as a
or when there are extended rainy
ln ►ant growth in the
Maximum storage capacity should be available in thewhen
dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagralhi ement plan should be done
o. 7 to a farm waste manamake storage space available
d
torm season in the summertime. Thls means that at; the first sign e
thunders spring. irrigation a This
later winter 1 earlynyenough to receive lagoon liquid. fall the lagoon should be pump
whenever the land t dry
periods In the late summer 1 early a Every effort should be made
in the lagoon for future wet p to allow for winter storag as the weather and waste
down to the low marker (see Figure e
o maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long
t to irrigated does
utilization plan will allow it. a capacity before starting lagoon for
extended wet periods. OVe�ow from the lag for
until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage state law and subject to penalty
Waiting excess water during
not leave room for stori25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of
any reason except
action.
lagoon involves the following: rass
The routine maintenance of a vegetal cover for the dam. Fescue or common bermued
Maintenance of a etation should be fertilized e
are the most common vegetative covers. The veg tactical to obtain a
vigorous stand. The amount of fertilize applied
year, W needed, to maintain a vig areas should be
lagoon embankment and ding
should be based on a soils tgest, but in the event tht it is rin P
soils test each year, the
fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or equivalent.be done by
This may This
in or a combination of these practices.
Brush and trees on taz nembankment
m ahopP eg, must be
confoltwice in years that weather
mowing, spraying, gr year and possibly
should be done at least once a ve vegetative growth
conditions are favorable for heavy g
spraying, a la oon that are treating the waste.
NOTE: If vegetation is control
led bythe herbicide must not: be allowed to enter the
lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bactid be made during the initial bfillli cheof the lagoon
cked should
lagoon should Items to
Maintenance inspect �O and aftethe rntireMaland stormevents.
and at least monthly the following: --
include, as a minimum,
Recycling Pipes,and Overflow Pipes look for:
Waste Inlet Pip85, Re
1. separation of j
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes
2
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 or 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 sidewalk, 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. -
I. 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 of repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that
you are not completely "surprised" by equipment- failure. You should perform your
pumping system. maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will
allow some safety time -should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is
not the time to think about switching, repairing, or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your
lagoon is full, your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an
inventory of spare parts or pumps. .
• Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface drainage
waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets, and parking lot
runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste treatment or storage
structures. The only water that should be coming from your lagoon is that
which comes from your flushing (washing) system pipes and the rainfall that
hits the lagoon directly. You should inspect your diversion system for the
following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height
Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. if technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an overflow 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 withsludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon liquid
volume. This seeding should occur 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.
• Practice water conservation --- minimize building water usage and spillage from
leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through proper maintenance and
water conservation.
• Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This will reduce
the amount of solids entering the. lagoon.
Management:
• Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and the full
temporary storage level.
• Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the minimum liquid level
and the maximum liquid level. (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 1 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.
• Don not pump the lagoon liquid level lower than the permanent storage level unless
you are removing sludge.
• Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid surrace 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:
Wi
• 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
phosphors, 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.