820290_CORRESPONDENCE_20171231

NORTH CAHOLINA
Department of Environmental Qual

OF W A9 Michael F. Easley, Governor
C� 0 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
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� Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
0 Division of Water Quality
May 1, 2003
Ronnie Hedgepeth
4-H Farm
615 Vander Road
Salemburg NC 28385
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS820290
4-H Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Sampson County
Dear Ronnie Hedgepeth:
On April 28, 2003, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified Senate Bill 733 which directs the
Division of Water -Quality (Division) to extend the expiration date of the Swine Waste Operation General
Permit AWG100000. Therefore, the General Permit has been re -issued by the Division to extend the
expiration date to October 1, 2004. During the period of this extension the Division will be working with
all interested parties on the development of a new version of the Non -Discharge General Permit.
In accordance with your application received on January 31, 2003 and in accordance with the directive of
Senate Bill 733, we are hereby forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Ronnie
Hedgepeth, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land
application system in accordance with General Permit AWG100000. The issuance of this COC
supercedes and terminates your previous COC Number AWS820290 which expired on April 30, 2003.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the 4-H Farm, located in Sampson County, with an animal capacity of no greater
than an annual average of 2448 Feeder to Finish swine and the application to land as specified in the
facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If this is a Farrow to Wean or Farrow to
Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary, they may
be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a rate of 4
gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall -be effective from the date of issuance until October 1, 2004. Pursuant to this COC, you
are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting
and maintaining the required monitoring data and operational information must be established for this
facility. Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number
of animals authorized by this COC (as provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and
this COC and must be completed prior to actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
Iaws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property. I
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Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation shall be maintained between water supply wells and any
lagoon or any wetted area of a spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the Division prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on this
process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a- county covered by our Fayetteville Regional Office. The Regional Office
Water Quality Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact J R Joshi at [phone] ext.. 363.
Sincerely,
C/
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit AWG100000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Fayetteville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Sampson County Health Department
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File AWS820290
NDPU Files

PRODUCER: 4H Farm - Ronnie Hedgepeth
LOCATION: 615 Vander Road
Salemburg, NC
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TYPE OPERATION: Feeder - Finish
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 2448
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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2448 animals X 12 (tons) waste/animal/year = 4,651.2 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
2 M animals X lbs. PANlanimallyear = 5,630.4 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C.
Guide Std. 633) Tech
Applying the above amount of waste is a big Sob. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre Utilized Avolication
T10314
1A
NoA
Fescue
150
4.74
711
F-June;S-Nov
T10314
1 B
NoA
Bermuda
260
6.38
1658.8
March - Sept.
T10314
i B
NoA
Matua OS
156
6.38
995.28
Oct. - Feb.
T10314
2 iExA
Matua
275
1.76
484
Sept. - June
T10314
3
ExA
Matua
275
7.40
2035
Sept. - June
Total 1 20.231 5,8134.oU I
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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Table 2. ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land [see
Required Specification 21)
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
* See footnote for Table 1.
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1 20.28 5,884.08
Table 2
Total 20.28 5,884.08
Amount of N Produced 5,630.40
Surplus or Deficit 253.68
NOTE., The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at
agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over
application of nutrient or other elements.
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See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No. Rate IniHr Amount In.
1A,113 NoA Pasture 0.5 .5-1.0
2,3 ExA Pasture 0.5.5-1.0
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for M days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every f MONTHS. In no instance should the volume
of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation *see lagoon design.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or
Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for
assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to
applying the waste.
Narrative of operation:
Field 18 is to be overseeded with matuaurass. New guidance from NCSU allows matua over
seeded into bermuda .6 times the Bermuda credit. Applications during the months of December
and January should be limited or completely avoided ifpossible. Grower should try to make
112 of the application to matua before Dec. 1, and 1i2 after Feb. 1. All land may be grazed.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
2 There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns or has an
agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply the waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he/she shall provide a copy of
an agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing himther the
use of the land for waste application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to
secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
3 Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions, and level
of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
nutrients.
4 Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
may be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
Standard 393 - Filter Strip).
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7 Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that runoff
does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies.
8 Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
9 Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10 Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
i 1 Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the following:
The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from a lagoon that is a
component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any residential property boundary
and from any perennial stream or river (other than an irrigation ditch or canal. Animal
waste other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995), shall not be
applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
12 Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13 Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those
owned by the landowner.
14 Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
15 Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that courses no runoff or drift from the site.
16 Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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(continued)
17 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.
18 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.
19 Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied pre plant with no further applications animal waste
during the crop season.
20 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.
21 Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
22 Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
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Name of Farm: 4-H Farm
Owner / Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
certification to be submitted to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Ronnie Hedgepeth
(Please print
Signatur �, Date:
Name of Manager (If different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Kraig A. Westerbeek
Affiliation: Murphy Family Farms
Address O
Signature:

Sheetl
IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS
Landowner/Operator Name: Ronnie Hedgepeth
Address: 615 Vander Rd.
Salemburg, NC
Telephone: [phone]
Table 1 - Field Specifications
Approximate
Maximum
Useable Size
Field of Field
Number (acres)
Soil Type Slope % Crop(s)
County: Sampson
Date: 8/21 /00
Maximum
Maximum
Application
Application
per Irrigation
Rate
Cycle
(Inlhr)
(inches) Comments
Bermuda/Fescue

5heet2
TABLE 2 - Travelling Irrigation Gun Settings
Make, Model and Type of Equipment: 2.5" Hardhose Traveller
Field No. Travel Application TRAVEL LANE Wetted Nozzle Operating Operating
and Speed Rate Effective Effective Diameter Diameter Pressure Pressure Arc
Hvdrnnt No. (ftlmin) (inlhr.) Width(ft.) Lenath(ft) (feet) (inches) at Gun(DSi) at reel(nsi) Pattern Comments - Acres ner null
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Animal Waste Management Systems
Request for Renewal of Existing Certificate of Coverage for State Non -Discharge Permit
The following questions have been completed utilizing information on rile with the Division. Please review the information for
completeness and make any corrections that are appropriate. If a question has not been completed by the Division, please
answer it to the best of your ability. Do not leave any question unanswered.
1 Facility Number.: 82 - 290 or Permit Number: AWS820290
2 Facility Name: 4-H Farm
3 Landowner's name (must match the name on the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan): Ronnie Hedgepeth
4 . Landowrter's Mailing address:-_615 Vander Road
City, State: Salemburg NC Zip: 28385
Telephone Number (include area code): 910-567-6427
5 County where facility is located: Sampson
6 Farm Manager's name (if different from Landowner):
7 Farm Manager's telephone number (include area code):
8 Number and Type of Animals: (example: 2000 Feeder to Finish Swine)
Swine: 2448 Feeder to Finish
Submit a copy of the most recent Waste Utilization Plan with this application. The Waste Utilization Plan must be signed by
the owner and a technical specialist.
1 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.
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 tl:e corporation):
Name:
Signature:
Title:
Date:
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
Request for Renewal COC

CDEHR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverley Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Govemor Director
August 10, 2011
Ronnie Hedgepeth
Ronnie Hedgepeth 4-H Farm
615 Vander Road
Salemburg, NC 28385
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Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: Sludge Survey Testing Dates
Certificate of Coverage No. AWS820290
Ronnie Hedgepeth 4-H Farm
Lagoon No. - 1
Animal Waste Management System
Sampson County
Dear Ronnie Hedgepeth:
The Division of Water Quality (Division) received your sludge survey information on August 1,
2011. With the survey results, you requested an extension of the sludge survey requirement for
the Lagoon No. - 1 at the Ronnie Hedgepeth 4-H Farm. Due to the amount of treatment volume
available, the Division agrees that a sludge survey is not needed until 2013.
The next sludge survey for the Lagoon No. - 1 at this facility should be performed before
December 31, 2013.
Please call me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
J.R. Josh]
4nimal Feeding Operations Unit
cc: Fayetteville Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
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LOCATION:
TELEPHONE:
TYPE OPERATION:
NUMBER OF ANIMALS
(Design Capacity)
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
4 H FARM--RONNIE HEDGEPETH
615 VANDER ROAD, SALEMBURG — SAMPSON COUNTY
(910) 567 - 6427
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The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission. RECEIVED 1 DENR I DWQ
Aquifer Protection Section
hIAR 16 2009
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- WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft, tons, etc.)
2448 animals X 1`9 (tons) wastelanimal/year = 4,651 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
2448 animals X 2.0425 lbs. PAN/animallyear = 5,000 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C. Tech
Guide Std. 633) = 3 years Actual On Farm Records
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
'04 0.' —bey
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Monthof
s
# No. Tvne Per Acre Utilized Aonlicatlon
T10314
1. 1A
NoA
Fescue G
150
4.74
711
Feb - June;Se t-Nov
T10314
1 B
NoA
Millet G
206
6.38
1314
March - Sept
T10314
1 B
NoA
Rye
75
6.38
479
Sept - April
T10314
2
ExA
Matua (G)
275
1.76
4841
Aug- Jul
T10314
3
ExA
Matua G
275
7.40
2035
Au - Jul
Total L 20,281 5,022.781
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial
fertilizer are applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic X eld
expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses
all nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No_ Rate (In/Hr) Amount (In.)
1A
NoA
Fescue
0.5
0.5
1 B
NoA
Bermdua
0.5
0.5
2.3
ExA
Matua
0.5
0.5
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION. HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
Your facilities are designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every 6 MONTHS. In no instance should the volume
of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation 'see Ia400n design & staff gaune(19").
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or
Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for
assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to
applying the waste.
Narrative of operation: PAN produced was obtained using 3 years of actual on farm records,
according to the NC Cooperative Ext. Service guidelines. Using the highest of the 3 years, the
PAN produced was 3129 lbs.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name ofFamn: 4 H FARM - RONNIE HEDGEPETH
Owner 1 Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
certification to be submitted to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Ronnie Hedgepeth
(Please print) _....
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager (If different from owner): S
Signature:
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: ( Please print) Toni W. King
Affiliation: Murphy Brown, LLC
Address (Agency):
P.O. Box 856
Warsaw, NC 28398
Signature : V� Date:
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
PRODUCER: 4 H FARM--RONNIE HEDGEPETH
LOCATION: 615 VANDER ROAD, SALEMBURG -- SAMPSON COUNTY
TELEPHONE: (910) 567 - 6427
TYPE OPERATION: FEEDER - FINISH
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 2448
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
RECEIVED / DENR / DWQ
Aquifer Prntar•.tion Section
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Amount of Waste Produced Per Year allons ft tons etc.
2448 animals X 119 (tons) wastelanimal/year = 4,651 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
2448 animals X 2.0425 lbs_ PAN/animal/year = 5,000 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C. Tech
Guide Std. 633) * 3 years Actual On Farm Records
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and:
surface application:
-S #3 LC- % I6�W Zij i�
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
�l i4 r.� •� be`
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month q�
# No. Tvne Per Acre Utilized Aopiication
T10314
1A
INoA
Fescue G
150
4.74
711
Feb - June;Se t-Nov
T10314
is
NoA
Millet G
206
6.38
1314
March - Sept
T10314
1 B
NoA
Rye
75
6.38
479
Sep! - April
T10314
2
ExA
Matua G
275
1.76
484
Aug- Jul
T10314
3
ExA
Matua (G)
275
7.40
2035
Aug- Jul
Total ( 20.28 j 5,022.78 1
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial
fertilizer are applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield
expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses
all nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No. Rate (In1Hr) Amount (In.)
1A
NoA
Fescue
0.5
0.5
113
NoA
Bermdua
0.5
0.5
2,3
ExA
Matua
0.5
0.5
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED 1F WASTE 1S NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION. HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
Your facilities are designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every 6 MONTHS. In no instance should the volume
of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation "see lagoon design & staff gau(e(19"}_
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or
Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for
assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to
applying the waste.
Narrative of Operation: PAN produced was obtained using 3 years of actual on farm records,_
accordingto the NC Cooperative Ext. Service guidelines. Using the highest of the 3 years, the
PAN produced was 3129 lbs. _
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' WASTE UTILIZATION :PLAN
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: 4 H FARM - RONNIE HEDGEPETH
Owner / Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above_ I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
certification to be submitted to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Ronnie Hedgepeth
(Please print) — -
Signature: Date: ,Z �5r
Name of Manager (If different from owner): S
Signature: Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please prinf) Toni W. King
Affiliation: Murphy Brown, LLC
Address (Agency): P.O. Box 856
Warsaw, NC 28398
Signature:, W Date:rj
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Michael F. Easley, Govemor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
October 1, 2004
Ronnie Hedgepeth
4-H Farm
615 Vander Road
Salemburg NC 28385
Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
Division of Water Quality
OCT 15 2094
pENR - FAYEl-[NLLE REGIONAL OFRCE
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS820290
4-H Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Sampson County
Dear Ronnie Hedgepeth:
On June 11, 2004, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (Division) issued a revised State General
Permit for swine facilities. The General Permit was issued in accordance with the directive of Senate Bill
733 (Session Law 2003-28).
In accordance with your application received on January 31, 2003 and in accordance with the directive of
Senate Bill 733, we are hereby forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Ronnie
Hedgepeth, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land
application system in accordance with General Permit AWG100000. The issuance of this COC
supercedes and terminates your previous COC Number AWS820290 which expires October 1, 2004.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the 4-14 Farm, located in Sampson County, with an animal capacity of no greater
than an annual average of 2448 Feeder to Finish swine and the application to land as specified in the
facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). if this is a Farrow to Wean or Farrow to
Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary, they may
be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a rate of 4
gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until September 30, 2009. Pursuant to this COC,
you are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting
and maintaining the required monitoring data and operational information must be established for this
facility. Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number
of animals authorized by this COC (as provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and
this COC and must be completed prior to actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please carefully read this COC and the enclosed State General Permit. Since this is a revised State
General Permit, it contains new requirements in addition to most of the conditions contained in the
previous State General Permit. Enclosed for your convenience is a package containing the new and
revised forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please pay careful attention to the record kee in
and monitoring conditions in this permit.
Aquifer Protection Section —Animal Feeding Operations Unit
1636 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
Phone: [phone] I FAX: [phone] / Internet: h2o.enr.state,nc.us
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If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property.
Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Pennittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per 15A NCAC 2H .0225(c) a compliance boundary is provided for the facility and no new water supply
wells shall be constructed within the compliance boundary. Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation
shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon, storage pond, or any wetted area of a
spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the Division prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on this
process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Fayetteville Regional Office. The Regional Office
Water Quality Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact Duane Leith at [phone].
Sincerely,
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit AWG 100000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Fayetteville Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
Sampson County Health Department
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File AWS820290
APS Central Files

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
October 26, 1998
Ronnie Hedgepth
4-H Farm
615 Vander Rd
Salemburg NC 28385
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND N 111fC7-UR'r­E
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R4 YETEVILLE
FE& OFFICE
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS820290
4-H Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Sampson County
Dear Ronnie Hedgepth:
In accordance with your application received on October 2, 1998, we are, forwarding this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Ronnie Hedgepeth, authorizing the operatiori`of the subject
animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with General
Permit AWG100000. This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not
limited to, the management of animal waste from the 4-H Farm, Iocated in Sampson County, with an
animal capacity of no greater than 2448 Feeder to Finish and the application to land as specified in the
Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP).
ne COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until April 30, 2003. Pursuant to this COC,
you are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations
as specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC, with no discharge of wastes to
surface waters. An adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required monitoring data and
operational information must be established for this farm. Any increase in waste production greater than
the certified design capacity or increase in number of stocked animals above the number authorized by
this COC will require a modification to the CAWMP and this COC and shall be completed prior to
actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General
Permit or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS
143-215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
Upon notification by the Division of this COC's expiration, you shall apply for its renewal. This
request shall be made within 30 days of notification by the Division.
This- COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be
submitted to the DWQ prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the
right to apply for an individual non -discharge permit by contacting the engineer listed below for
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Teiephone 919-733-7015 FAX [phone]
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Certificate of Coverage AWS820290
4-H Farm
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information on this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and
binding.
The subject farm is located in the Fayetteville Regional Office. The Regional Office Water
Quality Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning this
COC or the General Permit, please contact Dianne Thomas at [phone] ext. 364.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Sampson County Health Department_
La—yetteville Regional-Office,_Water_Qisality_Section
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File — Central
Permit File - NDPU

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RE E PT REQUESTED
Ronnie Hedgepeth
4-H Farm
615 Vander Rd
Salemburg NC 28385
Farm Number: 82 - 290
fear Konnit Hedgepeth:
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NORTH CARD 1 A -irk€ IEFCr ENT OF
August 21, I 998 ENViitONM� H�iAR�7li; >puRCEs
1996
�o�-pis: ft�tge Permitting.
You are hereby notified that 4-H Farm, in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1OC, must apply for
coverage under an Animal Waste Operation General Permit. Upon receipt of this letter, your farm has
sixt7 (60) days to submit the attached application and all supporting documentation. In accordance
with Chapter 626 of 1995 Session Laws (Regular Session 1996), Section 19(c)(2), any owner or
operator who fails to submit an application by the date specified by the Department SHALL NOT
OPERATE the animal waste system after the specified date. Your application must be returned
within sixty (60) days of receipt of this letter. Failure to submit the application as required may also
subject your facility to a civil penalty and other enforcement actions for each day the facility is operated
following the due date of the application.
The attached application has been partially completed using information listed in your Animal
Waste Management Plan Certification Form. If any of the general or operation information listed is
incorrect please make corrections as noted on the application before returning the application package.
The signed original application, one copy of the signed application, two copies of a general location
map, and two copies of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan must be returned to complete the
application package. The completed package should be sent to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please call at [phone] extension or
Jeffery Brown with the Fayetteville Regional Office at [phone].
S' erely,
for A. reston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: Permit File (w/o encl.)
Fayetteville Regional Office (w/o encI.)
A.O_ Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Non -Discharge Permit Application Form
(THIS FORM MAYBE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL) Notr•D1sChaF9e Fetmttdng
General Permit - Existing Liquid Animal Waste Operations
The following questions have been completed utilizing information on file with the Division. Please
review the information for completeness and make any corrections which are appropriate. If a
question has not been completed by the Division, please complete as best as possible. Do not leave
any question unanswered.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1.1 Facility Name: 4-H Farm
12 Print Land Owners name: Ronnie Hedepeth
1.3 Mailing address: 615 Vander Rd
City, State: Salemburg NC Zip: 28385
Telephdne Number (include area code): 910-567^6427
1.4 County where facility is located: Sampson
1.5 FaciIity Location (Directions from nearest major highway. Please include SR numbers for state roads. Please include a
copy of a county road map with the location of the farm identified): Farm location: North on 242, out of Salemburg, turn
left on Minnie Hall Road, go to first road on right, take to crossroads at 1006, cross to next crossroads, Howards Rd., take
left, go about I mile, farm on left.
1.6 Print Farm Manager's name (if different from Land Owner):
1.7 Lessee's / Integrator's name (if applicable; please circle which type is listed): Murphy Family Farms
1.8 Date Facility Originally Began Operation: 01/01/91
I.9 Date(s) of Facility Expansion(s) (if applicable):
2. OPERATION INFORMATION:
2.1 Facility No_: —82_ (county number); 290 (facility number).
2.2 Operation Description: Swine operation
F_eedlei to Finish
2448- Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct? Byes; nno. If no, correct below using the design capacity of the facility
The "No. of Animals" should be the maximum num ear for which the waste management structures were designed.
Type of Swine No. of Animals Type of Poultry No. of Animals Tye of Cattle No. of Animals
0 Wean toy Feeder 0 Layer 0 Dairy
0 Feeder to Finish 0 Non -Layer 0 Beef
0 Farrow to Wean (rt sow) 0 Turkey
0 Farrow to Feeder (4 sow)
0 Farrow to Finish (R sow)
Other Type of Livestock on the farm. No. of Animals:
FORM: AWO-G-E 5/28/9S Page 1 of 4 82 - 290

3.
2.3 Acreage cleared and available for application (excluding all required buffers and areas not covered by the application
system): jS .% 3; Required Acreage (as listed in the AWMP): IS, 93
2.4 Number o agoo / storage ponds (circle which is applicable): 1
2.5 Are subsurface drains present within 100' of any of the application fields? or NO (please circle one)
2.6 Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity or under the lagoon(s)? YES ot�0 (please circle one)
2.7 Does this facility meet all applicable siting requirements? (Swine Farm Siting Act, NRCS Standards, etc.) (Swine Only)
YES or NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facility's swine houses and lagoon were sited?
What was the date that this facility's Iand application areas were sited? i CI cD
REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
Please indicate that you have included the following required items by signing your initials in the space provided next to each
item. -
3.1 One completed and signed original and one copy of the application for General Permit - Animal
Waste Operations;
3.2 Two copies of a general location map indicating the location of the animal waste facilities and
field locations where animal waste is land applied;
3.3 Two copies of the entire Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If the facility
does not have a CA WMP, it must be completed prior to submittal of a general permit
application for animal waste operations. .
The CAWMP must include the following components:
3.3.1 The Waste Utilization Plan (WUP) must include the amount of Plant Available
Nitrogen (PAN) produced and utilized by the facility.
3.3.2 The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation,
injection, etc.)
3.3.3 A map of every field used for land application.
3.3.4 The soil series present on every land application field.
3.3-5 The crops grown on every land application field.
3.3.6 The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP.
3.3.7 The PAN applied to every land application field.
3.3.8 The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WUP.
3.3-9 The required NRCS Standard specifications.
3.3.I0 A site schematic.
3.3.11 Emergency Action Plan.
3.3.12 Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
3.3.13 Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
3.3.14 Mortality Control Checklist with the selected method noted.
3.3.15 Lagoon/storage pond capacity documentation (design, calculations, etc.). Please be
sure to include any site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications
that may be applicable to your facility.
3.3.16 Operation and Maintenance Plan.
If your CAWMP includes any components not shown on this list, please include the
additional components with your submittal.
FORM: AWO-G-E 5/28/98 Page 2 of 4 82 - 290
Applicants Initials
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Facility Number: 82 - 290
Facility Name: 4-H Farm
4. APPLICANT'S, CERTIFICATION:
I,
this application for
has been reviewed
application are not
package WH++e-wt
om 0 2199,
N0n-Cf1S'urgS FetrC�itting
(Land Owner's name listed in question 1.2), attest that
4—H T (Facility name listed in question I.1)
me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
npleted and that if all req ed supporting information and attachments are not included, this application
ed t4 me as/incompietr � `
Signature Date
5. MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land Owner)
I,
(Manager's name listed in question 1.6), attest that this
application for (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
has bee,i reviewed by tie and is accurate and complete to tine best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are norcompleted and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application
package will be returned as incomplete.
Signature
Date
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS,
SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FAX NUMBER: [phone]
FORM: AWO-GE 5/28/98 Page 3 of 4 82 - 290

Animal Waste -Management Plan Certification RECEIVED
(Please WE)t ar vriM all informnEicln (lilt dne; not reuuire a signature) ViWirr"T QUAUTYSEC'nON
- • C - ti' ;.ar-::-- New or Expanded (please circle one} .. . Ae%+"�;*•s i
General Information:
Name ai Farm: —- Arum Facility -No: V
Owner(,) Name: nn; f- OP Phone ENN o: (-cl16)
vlailizz ?address: 415 _�.kit)a._r_12,d� fr",rk�Pvwb�r5 {l (� Z'S 3�d_5
Farm Locarion: County Farrel is located in:
Latitude aDd Lonaitude:-�S- Q` L3�'/ jq! 34` l"E" integramr: r ,•J `�.rti.
Please ana- c 1 a copy of a county road map with location identified and describe below (Be specific: road
names, directions. milepost, rC ���] �n►.�dx� 3+g�?i,c�ca •.Cie 35 v-. 1esA-
h c, 41=3� o"�" L&Lj33 -_4x.d.��t=\% `Vk u�.�<s� a& f 5�13ZZ .1
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Oneration Description:
T:pe of Swine
_' Wean Eo F eeEier
ErS;!eder to Finish
...) Fasro- to Wean
, =ail: - to Ft-Lder
...t Farro- to Finish
71 Gilts
Boa_,
No. of Animall
Type of Pottirm
J Laver
0 Pullets
NO. of i,timals
Type or Cattle Xo. of Anii pals
D D-�iry
3e=i
Other Type of Livestock_ Number of ,ni�rals:
.acreage .-kvailable for ADolicadon: Recuired .acreage:
V umbc- of LZ2oons 1 Storage Ponds: - Total CaDacicv: y 0;(,v Cubic —"tr. Ur)
Afire subsurfac_ drains present on the f or ti0 (please circle one)
If YES: :.re subsurface drains present in the area of the LAGOON or ra-PER.M.-.6
e cim!e one)
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O%vner
/ N.lana;er a-reement
I (see. verify Lilac all the above informanon is correct anti will be uvdaced upon changing. [ (w,-1 understand the operation
and maintenance procedures established in the approved animal wasce management plan for the tamp named above and i:l
implement these procedures. I (wt) oow that any expansion to the existing design ca.ac-"L of the waste trea=em and
storage syszern or construction of rew facilities will require a new certiiicaEion to L'd SUbMiEEZd EO the Division u(
environmental Manas!c nenc btfore the n..-w animals are stocked. I lout) understand that rher: must be no discharge Of
animal :Vasco from the storage or application system Eo surface Nvate:s of the state eiditr directly through a man -(Wade
canve--artce or from a storm event less severe than the 25-year. 2-hour storm and diet. must not be run-off from Elie
application of animal wasEe. [ (we) understand that run-off or pollutartu from lounging and heavy use areas must be
minirniz_d usinv technical standards developed by the XaEural Resources Conservation §(mice. The approved plan will be
tiled at ere farm and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District. I (we) tLjow thsE anv modification
must be approved by a Eechnical specialist and submitted to the Soil and Water Conser--aEion District prior to
implementation. A change in land owncrsiup requires written notification to DELI or a new certatieation (if the approved
Plan is chanted) within 60 days of a Fide transfer.
Fame of Land Owner
Signature:
Marne of N na-er(if
signature.
nt from Owner):
Date:
Date:
ANVC -- ,august 1, 1997

Technical Specialist Certification
I. As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 1=A
• NCAC 6F _0006. I certifv that the animal waste management 5Ystem for the farm named above.has an animal waste
management plan that meets or exceeds standards and specifications of the Division of Environmental Management
(DEMO as specified in 15A i+iCAC 2H.0217 and the USDA,Na.tural Resources Conservation Service (MRCS) and/or the
North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A ir'CAC 2H.0317 and UA iNCAC 6F .0001_
.0005. The following elements are included in the plan as applicable. while each category designates a technical specialist
who may sign each certification (Si). SI. WUP, RC, I), the technical specialist should only certl(parts for which they are
technically competent.
II. Certification of Design
A) Collection. Storage. Treatment System
Check rAee appropriare box
Etisrine facility without retrofit (SD or WUP)
Storage volume is adequate for operation capacity: storage capability consistent with waste utilization
rt:u uireme ttts.
Z! \ew. expanded or renfitted facility (SD)
Animal waste swraae and treatment structures. such as but not limited to collection systems. lagoons and ponds.
have been designed co me.t or exceed the minimum standards and specifications.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please PrintZ
Mtiiatiort Date Wert Completed: -
Address (Age Phone \o,: Z Tri
B) Lafi -ko lication Site (WUP)
T e plan provides for minimum separations (buffers); adequate amount of land for waste utilization: chosen crop is
uitable for waste mana?emenc hydraulic and nutrient loading rates.
Nand e of Technical Specialist (P
AfIliiado
:address (ArrC-990�i r 15
Si_znacura:
C) Runoff Contrnls fr•t
Check the janproodare box
Print): roa'• W�
Date Wort: Completed:
Facility without exterior lots (SD or WUP or RC)
This facility does not contain any exterior lots.
ZBVrSr Phone No.. Z -Z i t
Date: D
4.) Facility with exrerior lots (RC)
Methods to minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas have been designed in
accordance with technical standards developed by NRCS.
Name of Technical Specialist LPIe P ): rc=� Affiliation 2L" ,r r,h� p- • +t-s- Date WorkCompleted:
Address (Ag 4SSe Phone vN
Si�znsturz. Date:
ANVC ._ ust 1, t997 '

D). Apnlication and Handling Equipment
Check- a " appropriate bar
,xiSti[l? nr rxoanslin? f,CilltY with 2S1SCIn� �v_ast�ar+ ,licatinn eguinmrnt MUP or I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been either field calibrated or evaluated in
accordance with existing design chars and tables and is able to apply waste as necessary t8 acr- imoda[e the
waste management plan: (existing application equipment can cover the area required by the plan at rates not to
exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates. a schedule for timing of applications has been
established: required buffers can be maintained and calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of
the plan).
J x: w expindej. Qr existing facility swithogj s:xiatins wasle ppnTicagion egUiriment for s
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been designed to apply t16-aste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan: (proposed application equipment can cover the area required by the
plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates: a schedule for timing of
applications has been established: required butlers can be maintained: calibration and adjustment guidance are
contained as part of the plan).
D Nle-. ext+anded or existing facility without existinz rate andic ation eauiymenr for land sareadin; nocuSili
snmv irriagad m. (WijP or 4)
Anintal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been selected to apply waste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan: (proposed application equipment can corer the area required by the
plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates: a schedule for timing of
applications has been established: required buffers can be maintained: calibration and adjustment guidance are
contained as part of the plan).
Name of Technical Specialist (Please
Affiliation l Y
Address (AQer.,
Sisnatur e:
E)
\-,�e
ate Work, Comoleted: 1 O - C) IS
[ortality Management and
Plan
L t
St. WUP. RC or P
eo
Zwaste managementplan for this facility includes a Waste ManaQernent Odor Control ChecUisL an Insect
ntrol Checklist. a Mortality Manaeetnent Checklist and an Ernergencv Action Plan. Sources of both odors and
ects have been evalua[ed with respect to this site and Best Management Practices w iNfinimize Odors and Best
.Management Practices to Control Insects have been selected and included in the waste management plan. Bath the
Mortality Managetnem Plan and the Emergency .action Plan are complete and can be impltmented by this facility.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print
cs.iiiliauon ���� Date Work; Cumnle:edlf�� l�l -�iZ
Address (Age Phone No.:Z4S Z- t
Si nature: Date:
F) NVritt n Notice of New or ExnandinZ S-«ne Farm
Tice follo -ng signature block is only to be used for new or expanding swine farms that begin construction after .Tune
21, 1996 Ii the f„ciIity w;u built before June 21. 1996, when was it constructed or 1.
I (eve) & reify that I (we) have attempted to contact by certified [tail ail adjoining property owners and all property owners
who ow-n property located across a public road_ street. or highway from this new or expanding swine fartn. The notice was
in compliance with the requirements of vCGS 106-305. A copy or the notice and a list of the property owners notified is
attached.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature:
Name of ivlan
Signature:
A%VC -- _�u_ t, 1997
nt from owner):
Date:
Date:

I'll- Certification of Installatio7z
A) Collection. Storage. Treatment Installation
New. expanded nr retrofitted fatility (SI)
Animal waste storage and treatment structures_ such as but not limited to lagoons and ponds. have been installed
in accordance with the approved plan to meet or exceed the minimum standards and specifications.
For existing facilities without retrofits, no certification is necessary.
\`ame of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation Date Work Completed:
Address (agency): - _. !.,Phone No.:
Signature: Date:_
B) Land Application Site (WL-P)
Check thhe aappropriate boa
.� The cropping system is in place on all land as specified in the animal waste management plan.
J Conditional Approval: all required land as specified in the plan is cleared for planting: the cropping system
as specified in the waste utilization plan has not been established and the o«•nrr has committed to establish the
vezetation as specified in the plan by (month/day/year); the proposed toyer crop is
appropriate for compliance with the wasteutilization plan-
Zi Also check this box if appropriate
if the cropping system as specified in the plan can not be established on newly cleared land within 30 days
of this cermication. the owner has committed to establish an interm croo for erosion control:
tiarne of Technical Specialist (Pleas r fit):
A.ft`iliation 91 V- Date Work Completed: �a- --
--I,ddress (Age Phone `o.: -zt
Signature: Datz: d
This foll wing signature black is only to be used when the box for conditional approval in III. B
above 114s been checked.
I (toe) -Tify that I (we) have committed to establish the cropping system as specified in my tour! waste utilization plan.
and iflappropriaLe to establish the intcrinh crop for erosion control. and «ill submit to DELI a verification of completion
from a Teclhnicsl Specialist within l-5 calendar days following the elate specified in the condidunal certification_ I (we)
re-Uize that failure to submit this verification is a violation of ilhe waste management plan and will subject me (us) to an
enforcement action from DELI_
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Marne of -'Manager (if different from owner):
Signature: Date:
.-OVC -- Augu-st 1. 1997

C) Runoff Controls from Exterior Lots (RC)
Facility ,ovith exterior lots
�ICtlnxls w minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and henry use areas haze been installed as speeified
in the plan.
For facilities withorit exterior lots, no cerrification is necessan.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation Data Wort; Comolered:
Address (Agency): Phone \o.:
Sisinam,re: Date:
D) ADalication and Handling E ui ment Installation (WLTP or I)
Check rile_ap prrare block
.�niEnai waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan is on site and ready for use:
calibration and ad.juscment materials have been provided to flit owners and are contained as part of Elie plan,
l animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan h:t; not been initallcd but the owner
has proposed leasing or third party application and has provided a signed contract: equipment specified in
the contract agrees with Elie requirements of the plan. required buffers Can be maintained. calibration and
adjustment gtiidanct have been provided to the owners and are contained as parrot the plan.
:! Conditional approval: Animal waste application and handling equipment specifted in the plan has
been purchased and will be on site and insWled by (month/da}lv=); there is adequate
sEoraee to hold the waste until the equipment is installed and until the waste can be land applied in
accordance with the cropping system contained in the plan. and calibration and adjusmient guidance have
been provided to the owners and are contained as part of the plan.
Name of Technical Specialist (Pie use nt):
Aiiiliation Date Work CornpleLed:V: 1n75-)
Address
Sivnature:
Phone \o.:Z -x%. t
Date: l2 G1
The follo 'ng signature blocs: is only to be used when the box for conditional approval in III D
above h been checked.
I (eve) r iry that I (we) have committed to purchase the animal waste application and handling equipment as
specifi tl in my (our) waste management plan and will submit to DELI a verification of delivery and installation
rrom i ethnical Specialist within 15 calendar days following the date specified in the conditional certification. I
(eve) realize raftai failure to submit this verification is a violation of the waste managemem plan and will subject me
(us) to an e:tforcemznt action tom DE.M.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
-Name of Manager (if different from owner):
Signature: Date:
E) Odor Control. Insect Control and Mortality tiiana-ernent (SD. SI_ NN'I..'P. RC or I)
vlethotjs to control odors and insects as specified in the Plan have been installed and are operational. Tne
mortality management system as specified in the Plan has also been installed and is operational.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please t):
Affi-liadon �~ -A Date Work Comoleted: lam- i-1
Address (Age
Siiinature:—I�
Phone1 1
Date:
NVC -- Aujust 1, 1997 5

Please return the completed form to the Division of Water Quality at the folloti�nng address:
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division Of Water Quality
Water Quality Section, Compliance Group
P.O_ Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Please also remember to submit a copy of this form along with the complete Animal Waste
tManagement Plan to the local Soil and Water Conservation District Office and to keep a copy
in your files with your Animal Waste Management Plan.
NVC August 1. 1997 6

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Application of Waste by Irrigation
Feld Soil Type Crop Application Application
No. Rate (InlHr) Amount GO
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'ti.s yr t
Your fac.�as designed for I«days of te�orary storage and the te=orary storage
mist be removed on the averagre of once every L, MONTHS. In no iaszmce Mould
the vohL= of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation
9
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation
Service) or Soil and Water Conservation D suict office after you receive the waste
analysis rev ort for assistance is determining the amount tier acre to apply and the proper
applicadou rate prior to applying the waste- r---
I

WASTE 11MIZATTON PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: �A - 1A V�0.r vim-- � Z--L9
Cis snxerlMawger Agreement
I (we) understand and wM follow and i mplemmt the specification and the ope=ztion and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste won plan far the
fa=named above. I (we) know that any expo to the existing design czpacity ofthe
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facades wfll regain anew
certification to be submitted to the Division ofExv ronment Management (DEM) before
the new animals are stocked- I (we) also understand that there m n be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to space wasters of the .sate from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour stornL The approved plan wM be fled on -sire at the
:Emn office and at the once of the local Soil and Water Conservation Discuct and WEI be
avaaable for review by DEEM tm on request.
Name of Fachiry Owner.
(P?e:se print)
Sisnaruze: Date:
Name of MTfzer(Tf diaerent from owner):
Sizaature:
Date:
Name of Technical Specalist (Please print) C;�,
Address (Ageacy): Y-O r�

RECEIVED
- -EON
Producer: Non -Discharge Permitting
Location:
Telephone: L5 5 U 1 — 64�7
Type Operation: A7,r1.S�-`;
Number of Animals: Z. � ti
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should
be used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields
where the waste is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting
nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are
strongly encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the
crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maxz,n;e the femlizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an
environmentally safe manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be
grown, and the nutrient ient content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop
can utilize_ Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching
potentials, cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally
waste shall not be applied to land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year_ With
special precautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per acre per
year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is
frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to surface waters which is not
allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift
and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for crop production
and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or
applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or
disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems_
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content
for this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis
report from your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on
proper sampling techniques, preparation, -and transfer of waste samples to the lab for
analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A
NCAC 21-LO217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.

Amount of Wane Produced Per Year(gallons, e tons etc.
z�# animals Xk- amt) waste/animaYyear=IiLo'St'�anr-) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nmogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
-Z` _t!JanianaI X'2•31bs. PAN/auimallyear =fit, 3bfts. PAN/year. (PAN from N. C. Tech.
Guide Std. 633)
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have
appropriate eqaipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown
and surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
m No_ Tvne Per Ac_ * Utilized Annlication
.
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i= F_-U
t% I I�91L M
* This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial
fertilizer are applied, they must be accounted for. N Hurst he based on realistic vield
ern.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K maybe over applied while meeting the N
requirements Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will requircfarmers in
some eastern counties ofNorrh Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that addresses
all nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen-

Table 2: ACRES WITM AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own
adequate land (see Required Specification 21)
Tract Feld Soil Crop Lb& N Acres Lbs. N Month of
* See footnote for Table 1.
Per ui rat i
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1
Table 2
Total
Amo;mt of N
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NOTE_ The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land
application of sludge at agronomic rates The sludge will be nutrient rich and will
require precautionary measures to prevent over application of nutrients or other
elements.
3

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See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No_ Rate Amount In.
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THLS TABLE LS NOT QED IF WASTE IS NOT BEM APF= BY nUUGATION. HOWEVER A ME AR TAME WHI
BE N=ED FOR DRY LrrTER OR SLURRY.
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Your facilitgas designed for I
-!Rdays of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every __�,_MONTHS. In no instance should
the volume of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation C---11h1M
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation
Service) or Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste
analysis report for assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper
application rate prior to applying the waste.
4

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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surfce waters of the state by runo$ drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land
application. Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns or has
an agreement for use of adequate land on vvbich to properly apply the waste. Ifthe
producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he/she &W
provide a copy of an agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable
proms, allowing him/her the use of the land for waste application. It is the
responsibility of the owner of the facility to secure an update of the Waste Utilization
Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
-3. Animal, waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed., the nitrogen needs for realistic
crop yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions,
and level of management unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of
application for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year.
Waste may be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons
per acre per year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field.
(See FOTG Standard 393 - Filter Strip).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disldmg after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil
incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled
crops or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not
occur during a season prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North
Carolina" for guidance.)
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that
runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not
cause drift from the site during application. No pouding should occur in order to
control odor or flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the
crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for
salt damage from animal waste should also be considered
10_ Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for sprang planted crops on soils
with a high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should
be held to a mininnmm and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released
nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting ofthe crop
or forages breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the
following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from a
lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any residential
property boundary and from any perennial stream or river (other than an irrigation
ditch or canal Animal waste other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after
October 1, 1995), small not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters. (See
Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shah 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
wetlands provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical
specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge
directly into water courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at
agronomic rates in a manner that 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.

REQLMED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
18. If animal production at the fac&y is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will elftnmate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pins, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spi ls. 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 preplant with no fiuther 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 willbe
required to mark the maximum storage vohime for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 69 days of utilization and sod shall be tested at least
annually at crop sites where waste products are applied_ Nitrogen shall be the rate -
determining element. Zmc and copper levels in the soils shall be monitored and
alternative crop sites shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH
shall be adjusted for optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste
analysis records shall be kept for five years. Poultry dry waste application records
shall be maintained for three (3) years. Waste application records for all other waste
shall be maintained for five (5) years_
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulatiozs-

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
!Name of Farm: Lk -" T,,,
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and dement the specification and the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
faun named above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity ofthe
waste treatment and storage system or constriction ofnew facilities will recce anew
certification to be submitted to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before
the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there anust be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface wasters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm The approved plan will. be filed on -she at the
farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Naive of Facility Owner_ -z i�, Q �A.P- As; .a- ��—
(Please print)
Signature: Date: 1 17 �g
Naane of M ger(If different from owner):
Si2nature:
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Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average -operation 4tUng
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and applcatiori+4'ares'
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Caiibration involves collecting and measuring flow at
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount
without having to perform additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction
of pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
'Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual

OPERATION & AIAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority. It is especially
important to manage levels so that you do not have problems during extended rainy and
wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the
receiving crop is dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagrass) or when there are
extended rainy spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means
.that at the first signs of plant growth in the later winter/eariy spring, irrigation according to
a farm waste management plan should be done whenever the land is dry enough to
receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for future wet
periods_ In the Late summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the low
marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made to
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and waste
utilization plan will allow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
irrigate does not leave room for storing excess water during extended wet periods.
Overflow from the lagoon for any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following:
Maintenance of a vezetative cover for the darn_
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilised each year, if-nee-ded, 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
ecuivalent.
Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating
the waste.
Maintenance inspe`tions of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm event;. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recvcling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes —look for
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2. cracks or breaks
a. 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, craclang, 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 weakmiing 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
underrak ina with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumas ---check for proper operation of:
I . recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose f tongs, 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 operatedfrequently 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 Iot 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 technicrai assistance is needed to
derc=nTne proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
rec c rd the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This wiII
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 Delp in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an inflow problem from a surface wrier diversion or there may be seepage into the
lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Ope-nation
I _ Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare sail
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before
waste loading berms, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3 _ Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible wipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the Ia.goon during inidal
filing 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 wanner weather).
5_ It is recommended than a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
worlflng swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 -cent of the fuli.la,•oon
liquid volume. This selling should occour at least two wmlm priorto the
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon Liquid pFi. If the pH fails below
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic few 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, Iack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged peziods, especially during the warm
season.
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The more f =uently and reguiarly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function_ Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several tunes daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit re='arge 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 spzlla.ge- by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lag
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 Ievel 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. Similariy,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide maximum lagoon
swrage 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 Inrid.
surface and as Lr away from the drainpipe iniets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stcerrmed forage orvegetntion,
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 embanlonemt
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it Us 50 percent of the permane..-it storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and impiemenring a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a.
pollutant discharge_
Sludge Removal.
Race 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
mi,nimmng 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 t=hnioues:
lyre 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 Iagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageland; mix remaining sludge; pump into liquid sludge appiicator, haul
and spread onto cropland or forageland; and soil incorporate. .
Dewater the upper part of lagoon by irrigation onto nearby cropland or
forageiand; dredge siudge from lagoon with draaline or sludge barge; perm
an area beside lagoon to receive the sludge so that liquids can drain back
into Iagoon; allow sludge to dewater;, haul and spread with manure sor adm
onto cropland or forageiand; and soil incorporate.
Regardless or the method, you must have the sludge material anaiyzed for waste
consxitueats Jusz 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 appucarions 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 dama;e. Close
attention by the pumper or drag -line opezator will. ensure that the lagoon liner remains
intact_ If you see soil material or the synthetic liner material being disturbed, you should
stop the a.csvity 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_ Ik=Use of this it should probably be applied to land witfi Iow phosphorus
and meal. levers, as indicated by a soil test, and incorporated to reduce the chance of
e-onion_ Note that it the sludge is applied to fields with very lug soil -test phosaaotEs, it:
should be =lied only at rates equal to the crop removal of phosphorus. As wiih other
wastes, always have your lagoon sludge analyzed for its nutrient value.
The appEcution of sludge will increase the amount of odor at the waste application site
Ex= prmmution should be used to observe the wind di=rion and other conditions which
could increase the concern of neighbors.

Possfle Causes of Lagoon Failure
Lagoon faiitu s -insult in the unplanned discharge of from the Types
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
dam- Ass=mg proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring stzucarre safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include. -
Modification of the lagoon structure —an example is the placcmcat of a.pipe
in the dam without proper design and cons=ncrion. (Consult.an expert
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels-4righ levels. are. a safety ask_
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam_
Excess surface wares flowing into the lagoon _
Liner integrity —protect from inletpipe scotnring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon Iigtdd level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon can
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly. cause a large discharge
of wastewa= and possible darn failure. +

EMERGENCY ACTIONPLAN'
PHONE NUMBERS
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ)
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS)
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) S�
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (MRCS) 3
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) 9LQ,- -. Z-7l(. I _
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 you property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every
effort to ensure that this does not happen_ This plan should be posted in an accessible
location for ail- employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should
take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may are may not; be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwo.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
6. 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 reasons} that cause the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include: .
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
E. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed
to flowing leaks -possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or. ditch from the embankment -to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon-
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of -the side walls and lagoon-
bortorn as soon as possible.
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• 2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste- reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage notes, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off the properry)?
h. !-•low much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours call your DWQ regional office; Phone - -. -Afrer
hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should include: your
name, facility number, telephone number, the details of the incident from item 2
above, she 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 sitution.
b. if spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number.
c.- Instruct EMS to contact local Heiath Department.
d. Con Fact CEs, phone number - , local SWCD office phone number - -, and local
NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -.
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff's Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
S. Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair or 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: ram.
b. Phone: 910 1l
7. Implement procedures as *advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess -the waste managment plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
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45 INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMWs to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Flush Gutters Aocurturlatlon of solids (-y Flush system: is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated
s from gutters as designed.
ove bridging of accun Mated solids at
Lagoons and Pits
Crusted solids (%Xe{aintain lagoons, settling basins and
pits where pear brooding is apparent to
minimize the crusting of solids to a depth
of no more than 6-8 inches over more than
3W11s of surfacm
Excessive Vegetativo - Decaying vegetation
Growth
Feeders Feed Spillage
Feed Storage Accumulations of feed residues
Animal }folding Areas Accumulations of arei al wastes
and feed wastage
WIC-Noven or 71. 1996
( q/Nteintain vegetative control along banks of
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter_
(Dry Systems)
(} DasiCn, operate ano maintain feed systems (e.g-
bunkers and zroughsl to minimize the accumulation
of decaying wastage.
{ } Claan uo spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-70 day
interval during summer, 15-30 day interval during winter)
{ } Reduce moisture accumulation within and around
immediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
insuring drainage away from site and/or providing
adequate containment (e.g_, covered bin for
brewer's gain and similar nigh moisture grain
products)_
() Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed.
{ } Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and other locations wmare waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animals is minimal_
() Maintain fence rows and filter strips around attend
holding areas to minirrsize accumulations of wastes
G.a. insoect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids as needed).

Dry Manure Handling AecurrP dations of animal wastes () Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 740 day
Systems interval during summer, IS-3o days interval ding
winter) where mtenure is loaded tar lend appieaoon
or disposal_
O Provide for adequate drainage around mamma srodraiies.
() Irsspeor for and remove, or break up wounwined r
In -filter striPas around storip8es end ffumu a haudlrng
areas as needed_
The issues checked ( ) pertain to this operation. The landownerfntegr=or agrees to use sound judgment in.applying
insect control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned insect control Hest Managemenr Practices have been reviewed with me.
weer Signature)
For more infonTwoon aontnat-The Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology. Box 7673..North Carolina State Uriversrty- Raleigh, NC
2769S-7613.
AMIC—November 11. 1996

e SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST
Source Cause BMP' to Minimize Odor Site Spedfic Prances
Farmstead
Swine production
Animal body ssrrfbcas Oirty marwre-covered animals
or wooded buffers;
lad beat numagarnent
and common sense
Fluor surfaces Wet manure -covered floors { ed floors;
( erers located over rutted floors:
( at high and of solid floors
( crape manure buildup from floors;
(} Underfloor ventilation far drying
Manure collection pits Urine I ent manure removal by flush.Pit
rUVWhfge,or scrape
Parital mieorbial decomposition (J&IK&rfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhwAxt fares Volatile gases; ( an ntenance;
Dust f ciant air movement
Indoor surfaces
Dust
{ ashdown between groups of animals
{ } Feed additives, -
Feeder covers;
(} Feed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
Flush tanks
Agitation of recycled lagoon
(} Flush tank covers
)iquid whiles tanks are filling
() Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti -siphon vents
Flush alleys
Agitation during wastewater
{) Underfloor flush with underfloor
conveyanance
ventilation
Pit recharge Points
Agitation of recycled lagoon
() Extend recnerd lines to near bottomof
liquid while pits are filling
pits with and -siphon vents
Lift stations
Agitation during sump tank filling
{) Sump tank covers
and drawdown
Outside drain collection
Agitation during wastewater
( } Box covers
or Junction boxes
conveyance .
End of drainpipes at lagoon
Agitation during wastewater
( ) Extend discnarge point of pipes
underneath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces Volatile gas emissions r or lagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing f Correct lagoon startup procedurds
Agitation (} Minimum surface aree-to-volume ratio
(�Mtnirnum agitation when ournping
(} Mecnanicai aeration
() Proven biological additives
irrigation sprrnklar no2=les High pressure agitation (�re on dry days with little or no wind
Wired draft { um recommended operation pressure
(nf'�ttmp intaka near lagoon liquid surface
( ) Pumc from second -stage lagoon
AMOC—November 11. 1996

Storage tank or basin Partial microbial decomposition ( ) Bottom or midlevel loading
surface Mixing while f>Zling {) Tank covers
Agitation when emptying () aesin surface meta of solids
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface Partial micabiai decomposition ( ) Extend drainpipe outtats uttdemsath liquid
MoRing while filling level
Agitation when emptying () Remove settled cohids reguierfy
Manure. slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading () Sail infection of slurry/sludges
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions ( ) Wash residud manure from spreader after use
( ) Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry Volatile gas emissions while drying ( ) Soil infection of shurry/sludges
or sludge on field surfacas ( ) Soil incorporation within 48 hours
() Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
() Proven biological additives or oxidarm
Dead animals
Camaza decomposition
( par dispoaltion of carcasses
Dead animal disposal
Carcass decomposition
( ) Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
pits
{ ) Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators
Incomplete combustion
{ ) Secondary snack burners
Standing water around
Improper drainage
( TT'eda and landscape such that water drains
facilities
Microbial decomposition of
away from facilities
organic matter
Manure tracked onto public
Poorly maintained access roads
Faris access road maintenance
roads from farm access
Additional Information: AvailaSle Front
S wine Manure Managernem 0200 Rule/amp Packet NCSU-C3unty E)%dnSinn C NAMT
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies, ESAE Fact Sheer NCSU-aAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge —lagoon Treatment. EBAE 129-82 NCSU48AE
Swine Production Facility Manure Martagament; Underfloor Huse —lagoon Treatmertt.EBAE 123-88 NCSU-SA£
Lagoon Desig and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage, EBAE 103-83 NCSU48AE
Calibration of Manure and Wastewetar Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet NCSU41AE
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIH-33 NCSU-S wine won
Environmental Assurenc Program: NPPC Manual NC Pork Produces Assort
Options for Managing Odor, a report from the Swine Odor Task Force NCSU Agri Cmratuud adam
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PRO107, 1995 Conference Proceedings Florida Cnaperad" Extension
The issues checked { 7 pertain to this operation. The land own erfintegrator agrees to use sound judgrnent in applying
Odor control measures as practical.
r certify the aforemerrrioned odor control Best Managment Practices have been reviewed with me.
{Lando er ignature)
MCC —November 1 1, 1996

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MORTALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS �
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{ } Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours 1
after knowledge of -the death. The burial be at least 300 feet from �
any flowing steam or public body of water.
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{ i Rendering at a rendering plant licenses under-G. S. 105-1683
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{ ) In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and
design approved by the Department of Agriculture.
{ ; 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 of the State Veterinarian must be attached)