100005_HISTORICAL_20171231

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Steven W. Troxler North Carolina Department of Agriculture
Commissioner Dr. Colleen Hudak -Wise
and Consumer Services Director
Agronomic Division
July 7, 2017
Mr. Gene Ward
296 Governor's Rd.
Winnabow, NC 28479
Dear Mr. Ward,
On July 7, 2017, I visited your swine faun to assess the growing condition of corn planted on
spray fields to determine whether or not the waste application window on these fields might be extended.
The corn planted on this farm was estimated to be at growth stage R3 (also known as milk). I
estimate that this corn will approach physiological maturity (early RS growth stage) in about 30 days.
Therefore, I recommend the waste application window be extended until August 8, 2017.
This recommendation is for the application window only and applications should not exceed the
amount of PAN allowed in the farlm's Waste Utilization Plan. Please prepare a conditional amendment
for the plan using these recommendations.
Sincerely,
Georgia P. Love
Regional Agronomist
NCDA&CS — — — - -- - - - - - - - - -
Cc: Michelle McGinnis, Brunswick SWCD
1040 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1040
[phone] s Fax [phone]
T7Y:1-800-735.2962 Voice:1-877-735-2-0()
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer

WATF�Q Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
f? North Carolina Department ofEnvironmeot and Natural Rescuroes
YColeco H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
July 1, 2007 F�CEIVED
Robert Ward 6 2007
Robert Ward Farm JUN 2
1100 Bell Swamp Rd
Winnabow, NC 28479 $Y;
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS100005
Robert Ward Farm
Animal Waste Management System
Brunswick County
Dear Robert Ward:
In accordance with your application received on 8-Dec-06, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Robert Ward, authorizing the operation of the subject animal
waste management system in accordance with General Permit AWGI00000.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
and land application of animal waste as specified in the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management
Plan (CAWMP) for the Robert Ward Farm, located in Brunswick County, with an animal capacity of no
greater than the following swine annual averages:
Wean to Finish: 0 Feeder to Finish: 6080 Boar/Stud: 0
Wean to Feeder. 0 Farrow to Wean: 0 Gilts: 0
Farrow to Finish: 0 Farrow to Feeder: 0
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 and replaces the NPDES
COC issued to this facility with an expiration date of July 1, 2007. You are required to continue
conducting annual surveys of sludge accumulation in all lagoons at your facility; the one-year extension
in Condition IH.19 does not apply.
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. Enclosed for your convenience is
a package containing the new and revised forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please par
careful attention to the record keeping and monitoring conditions in this permit.
tZhCarolina
INa(MAdy
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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 Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current MRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per 15A NCAC 02T .0111(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.
Per 15A NCAC 02T .1306, any containment basin, such as a lagoon or waste storage structure, shall
continue to be subject to the conditions and requirements of the facility's permit until closed to NRCS
standards and the permit is rescinded by the Division.
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 Wilmington Regional Office. The Regional Office
Aquifer Protection staff may be reached at 910-395-3900. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact the Animal Feeding Operations Unit staff at (919) 733-
3221.
Sincerely,
for Coleen H. Sullins
Enclosures (General Permit AWG100000, Record Keeping and Reporting Package)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Brunswick County Health Department
Brunswick County Soil and Water Conservation District
Wilmington Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
AFO Unit Central Files
Permit File AWS100005

Nutrient Management Plan For Animal Waste Utilization
10-11-2011
This plan has been prepared for:
Ward Farms 10-5
Robert Ward
1100 Bell Swamp Rd.
Winnabow, NC 28479
910-253-5242
This plan has been developed by:
Mamie Caison
Brunswick SWCD
P.O. Box 26
Bolivia, NC 28422
910-253-2830
Developer Signature
Type of Plan: Nitrogen Only with Manure Only
Owner/Manager/Producer Agreement
I (we) understand and agree to the specifications and the operation and maintenance procedures
established in this nutrient management plan which includes an animal waste utilization plan for
the farm named above. I have read and understand the Required Specifications concerning animal
waste management that are included with this plan.
Signature (owner) Date
Signature (manager or producer) Date
This plan meets the minimum standards and specifications of the U.S. Department of Agriculture -
Natural Resources Conservation Service or the standard of practices adopted by the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission.
Plan Approved By: /D -11-11
Technical Specialist Signature Date
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Nutrients applied in accordance with this plan will be supplied from the following
source(s):
Commercial Fertilizer is not included in this plan.
S7
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid waste generated 5,636,160 gals/year by a 6,080
animal Swine Finishing Lagoon Liquid operation. This production facility has waste
storage capacities of approximately 180 days.
Estimated Pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen Generated per Year
Broadcast
12981
Incorporated
22294
Injected
24552
Irrigated
14110
Max. Avail.
PAN (Ibs) *
Actual PAN
Applied (lbs)
PAN Surplus/
Deficit (lbs)
Actual Volume
Applied (Gallons)
Volume Surplus/
Deficit (Gallons)
Year 1
141110
15372
-1,262
6,140,207
-504,047
Year 2
14,110
18458
-4,348
7,372,882
-1,736,722
Note: In source ID, S means standard source, [J means user defined source. — —
* Max. Available PAN is calculated on the basis of the actual application method(s) identified in the plan for this source.
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Narrative
10-5 5 �
Operation was exempt on Wetable
Acres by 75
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The table shown below provides a summary of the crops or rotations included in this plan for each field. Realistic Yield estimates
are also provided for each crop in the plan in addition, the Leaching Index for each field is shown, where available.
Planned Crops Summary
Tract
Field
Total
Acres
Useable
Acres
Leaching
Index (LI)
Soil Series
Crop Sequence
RYE
5002
2
26.00
26.00
NIA
Mains
Com, Grain
L25 bu.
whew Grain
55 bu.
Soybeans, Manumd, Double Crop
37 bu.
5002
3
20.00
20.00
NIA
Lynchburg
Com, Grain
125 bu.
Wheat, Grain
55 bu.
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
39 bu.
5002
6
27.00
27.00
NIA
Lynchburg
Cam, Grain
125 bu.
Wheat Grain
55 bu.
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
39 bu.
5002
8
18.501
18.50
NIA
Lynchburg
Com, Grain
125 bu.
Whew Grain
55 bua
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
1 39 bu.
PLAN TOTALS: 91.50 91.50
LI
Potential Leaching
Technical Guidance
w potential to contribute to soluble
Now
< 2
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
>— 2 &
Moderate potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (590) should be planned,
nutrient leaching below the root zone.
<-10
High potential to contribute to soluble
Nutrient Management (590) sbould be planned. Other conservation practices that improve the soils
nutrient leaching below the mot zone.
available water holding capacity and improve nutrient use efficiency should be considered
> 10
Examples me Cover Crops (340) to scavenge nutrients, Sod -Based notations (328), Lung -Term
No -TM (778), and edge -of -field practices such as Filter Strips (393) and Riparian Forest Buffers
(391).
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NOTE: Symbol * means user entered data

The Waste Utilization table shown below summarizes the waste utilization plan for this operation. This plan provides an estimate of the number of acres of cropland needed to use
the nutrients being produced. The plan requires consideration of the realistic yields of the crops to be grown, their nutrient requirements, and proper timing of applications to
maximize nutrient uptake.
This table provides an estimate of the amount of nitrogen required by the crop being grown and an estimate of the nitrogen amount being supplied by manure or other by-products,
commercial fertilizer and residual from previous crops. An estimate of the quantity of solid and liquid waste that will be applied on each field in order to supply the indicated quantity
of nitrogen from each source is also included. A balance of the total manure produced and the total mature applied is included in the table to ensure that the plan adequately provides
for the utilization of the manure generated by the operation.
Waste Utilization Table
Year 1
Tract
Field
Source
ID
Soil Series
Total
Acres
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req'd
(lba/A)
Comm.
Fen.
Nutrient
Applied
(lbs/A)
Res.
(Ibs/A)
Applic.
Method
Menus
PA
Num.mA
pplied
(lba/A)
Liquid
M.-A.
pplied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
N
N
N
N
1000
ga(/A
Tons
1000 gals
tons
5002
1 2
1 S7
Rains
26.00
26.00
Corn, Grain
125 bu.
2/15-6/30
1 135
0
1 20,
Irrig.
115
45.941
0.00
1,194.331
0.00
5002
1 2
1 S7
Rains
26.00
26.00
Wheal, Grain
55 bu.
9)14/30
106
0
0
brig.
53
21.17
0-00
550.43
0.00
5002
3
S7
Lynchburg
20.00
20.00
Corn, Grain
125 bu.
2/15-6/30
135
0
20
brig.
115
45.94
0.00
918.71
0.0
5002
3
S7
Lynchburg
20.00
20.00
Wheat, Grain
55 bu.
911.4/30
106
0
0
trig.
53
21.17
0.00
423.41
0.0
5002
6
S7
Lynchburg
27.00
27.00
Corn, Grain
125 bu.
2/15-6/30
135
0
20
brig.
115
45.94
0,00
1,240.26
0.00
5002
6
S7
Lynchburg
127.00
27.00
Wheat, Grain
55 bu.
911-4/30
106
0
0
Irrig.
1 531
21,171
0.00
571.601
0.0
5002 1
8
S7
Lynchburg
18.50
18.50
Comi, Grain
125 bu.
2/15.6130
135
0
20
Irrig.
115
45,94
0.00
849.81
0.00
5002
8
S7
Lynchburg
18.50
18.50
Wheat, Grain
55 bu.
911.4/30
106
1 0
1 0
Inig.
53
21,17
0.00
391.65
0.00
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
6,140.21
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
5,636.16
Balance, 1000 gallons
-504.05
' Total Applied, teas
0.00
Total Produced, tons
0.00
Balance, was
0.00
Notes: 1. In the tract column, - symbol means leased, .otherwise, owned. 2. Symbol' means user entered data
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Waste Utilization Table
Year 2
Tract
Field
Source
ID
Soil Series
Total
Acres
Use.
Acres
Crop
RYE
Applic.
Period
Nitrogen
PA
Nutrient
Req`d
(lbs/A)
Comm.
Fert.
Nutrient
Applied
(lbs/A)
Res,
QWA)
Applic.
Method
Manure
FA
NutrientA
pplicd
(lbs/A)
Liquid
Manu mA
pplied
(acre)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(acre)
Liquid
Manure
Applied
(Field)
Solid
Manure
Applied
(Field3
N
N
N
N
1000
WA
Tons
1000 gals
tons
5002
2
S7
Rains
2&00
26.00
'Wheat, Grain
55 bu.
9/14/30
106
0
0
Irrig.
53
21.17
0.00
550.43
0.00
5002
2
S7
Rains
26,00
26.00
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
37 bu.
4/1-9/15
143
0
0
brig.
143
57,12
0.00
1,485.12
0.00
5002
3
S7
Lynchburg
20.00
20.00
Wheat, Grain
55 bu.
9/1-4/30
106
0
0
brig.
53
21.17
0.00
423.41
0.00
5002
3
57
Lynchburg
20,00
20.00
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
39 bu,
4/1-9/15
151
0
0
brig.
1 151
60.32
0.00
1,206.31
0.00
5002
6
S7
Lynchburg
27.00
27.00
WheaE Grain
55 bu,
9/1-4/30
106
0
0
Irrig.
53
21.17
0.00
571.60
0,00
5002
6
S7
Lynchburg
27.00
27.00
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
39 bu.
4/1-9/15
151
0
0
Irrig.
151
60.32
0.00
1,628.52
0.00
5D02
8
S7
Lynchburg
18.50
"-'0
Wheat, Grain
55 bu,
9/1-4/30
106
0
0
Irrig,
53
21.17
0.0
391.65
0.00
5002
8
S7
Lynchburg
18.50
I8.50
Soybeans, Manured, Double Crop
39 bu.
4/1-9115
151
0
0
brig.
151
60.32
0.00
1,115.94
0,00
Total Applied, 1000 gallons
7,372.88
Total Produced, 1000 gallons
5,636.16
Balance, 1000 gallons
-1,736.72
Total Applied, tons
0.00
Total Produced, tons
0.00
Balance, tone
0.00
Notes: 1. In the tract column, - symbol means leased, otherwise, owned. 2. Symbol * means user entered data.
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The Irrigation Application Factors for each field in this plan are shown in the following table. Infiltration rate varies with soils. If
applying waste nutrients through an irrigation system, you must apply at a rate that will not result in runoff. This table provides the
maximum application rate per hour that may be applied to each field selected to receive wastewater. It also lists the maximum
application amount that each field may receive in any one application event.
Irrigation Application Factors
Tract
Field
Soil Series
Application Rate
(inchesthow)
Application Amount
(inches)
5002
2
Rains
0.40
1.0
5002
3
Lynchburg
0.50
1.0
5002
6
Lynchburg
0.50
1.0
5002
8
Lynchburg
0.50
1.0
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The following lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization table provides an estimate of the number of acres needed for sludge
utilization for the indicated accumulation period. These estimates are based on average nitrogen concentrations for each source,
the number of animals in the facility and the plant available nitrogen application rates shown in the second column.
Lagoon sludge contains nutrients and organic matter remaining after treatment and application of the effluent. At clean out, this
material must be utilized for crop production and applied at agronomic rates. In most cases, the priority nutrient is nitrogen but
other nutrients including phosphorous, copper and zinc can also be limiting. Since nutrient levels are generally very high,
application of sludge must be carefully applied.
Sites must first be evaluated for their suitability for sludge application. Ideally, effluent spray fields should not be used for
sludge application. If this is not possible, care should be taken not to load effluent application fields with high amounts of
copper and zinc so that additional effluent cannot be applied_ On sites vulnerable to surface water moving to streams and takes,
phosphorous is a concern. Soils containing very high phosphorous levels may also be a concern.
Lagoon Sludge Nitrogen Utilization Table
Crop
Maximum
PAN Rate
1b/ac
Maximum Sludge
Application Rate
1000 gallac
Minimum Acres
5 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
10 Years Accumulation
Minimum Acres
15 Years Accumulation
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Sludge - Standard
Corn 120 bu
150
13.16
76.22
152.44
228.66
Hay 6 ton R-Y.E.
300
26.32
38.11
76.22
11433
Soybean 40 bu
160
14.04
71-46
142.92
21437
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The Available Waste Storage Capacity table provides an estimate of the number of days of storage capacity available
at the end of each month of the plan. Available storage capacity is calculated as the design storage capacity in days
minus the number of days of net storage volume accumulated. The start date is a value entered by the user and is
defined as the date prior to applying nutrients to the first crop in the plan at which storage volume in the lagoon or
holding pond is equal to zero.
Available storage capacity should be greater than or equal to zero and less than or equal to the design storage
capacity of the facility. If the available storage capacity is greater than the design storage capacity, this indicates that
the plan calls for the application of nutrients that have not yet accumulated If available storage capacity is negative,
the estimated volume of accumulated waste exceeds the design storage volume of the structure. Either of these
situations indicates that the planned application interval in the waste utilization plan is inconsistent with the
structure's temporary storage capacity.
Available Waste Storage (anacity
Source Name
Swine Feeder -Finish Lagoon Liquid
Design Storage Capacity (Days)
Start Date
9/1
180
Plan Year
Month
Available Storage Capacity (Days)
1
1
28
1
2
0
1
3
37
1
4
75
I
5
I80
I
6
150
1
7
119
1
8
88
1
9
58
1
10
90
1
11
60
1
12
92
2
1
124
2
2
159
2
3
128
2
4
98
2
5
67
2
6
180
2
7
180
2
8
149
2
9
119
2
10
88
2
11
58
2
12
27
• Available Storage Capacity is calculated as of the end of each month.
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Required Specifications For Animal Waste Management
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift,
manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation
or land application. Any discharge of waste that reaches surface water is
prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns
or has an agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply the
waste. If the producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of the
waste, he/she shall provide evidence of an agreement with a landowner, who is
within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for waste
application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the waste production facility to
secure an update of the Nutrient Management Plan when there is a change in the
operation, increase in the number of animals, method of application, receiving
crop type, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for
realistic crop yields based upon soil type, available moisture, historical data,
climatic conditions, and level of management, unless there are regulations that
restrict the rate of applications for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year.
Waste may be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per year but
less than 10 tons per acre per year provided grass filter strips are installed where
runoff leaves the field (see USDA, NRCS Field Office Technical Guide Standard
393 - Filter Strips).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or by disking after waste application.
Waste should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the land
application field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, waste will be soil
incorporated on conventionally tilled cropland. When waste is applied to
conservation tilled crops or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the
application does not occur during a season prone to flooding (see "Weather and
Climate in North Carolina" for guidance).
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such
that runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does
not cause drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order
to control odor and flies.
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8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or
when the soil surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that
the crop is not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The
potential for salt damage from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Nutrients from waste shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted
crops on soils with a high potential for leaching. Waste/nutrient loading rates on
these soils should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted
to take up released nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior
to planting of the crop or forages breaking dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the
following: The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from
a lagoon that is a component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any
residential property boundary and canal. Animal waste, other than swine waste
from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995, shall not be applied closer that 25
feet to perennial waters.
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than
those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public
right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or
wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to
prior converted cropland provided the fields have been approved as a land
application site by a "technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharge directly into water courses, and on other
grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a manner that
causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks,
etc., shall not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed
areas (lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other
woody species, etc., are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon
areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Berms and structures should be
inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage, or discharge.
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate
the possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution, and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a
regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular maintenance
checklist should be kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops
for direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for
direct human consumption, it should only be applied pre -plant with no further
applications of animal waste during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of
the temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons.
Pumping shall be managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A
marker will be required to mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage
ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least
annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the
rate -determining nutrient, unless other restrictions require waste to be applied
based on other nutrients, resulting in a lower application rate than a nitrogen
based rate. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be monitored and alternative
crop sites shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be
adjusted and maintained for optimum crop production. Soil and waste analysis
records shall be kept for a minimum of five years. Poultry dry waste application
records shall be maintained for a minimum of three years.
Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5)
years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina
regulations.
I t7396 Database Version 3.1
Date Printed: 10/11/2011 Specification Page 3

The following crop note applies to field(s): 2
Wheat: Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, low -leachable
in the Coastal Plain, wheat should be planted from October 20-November 25. Plant 22 seed/drill row foot
at 1-1 1/2" deep and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each week seeding is delayed beyond the
optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU
"Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting
no -till. Adequate depth control when planting the wheat is essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety
"green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding variety with the
characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 30 ibs/acre N at planting.
Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at this time. The remaining N
should be applied during the months of February -March. The total N is dependent on the soil type. Plant
samples can be analyzed during the growing season to monitor the nutrient status of the wheat. Timely
management of diseases, insects and weeds are essential for profitable wheat production.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 3, 6, 8
Wheat: Coastal Plain, Mineral Soil, low -leachable
In the Coastal Plain, wheat should be planted from October 20-November 25. Plant 22 seed/drill row fool
at 1-1 1/2" deep and increase the seeding rate by 5% for each week seeding is delayed beyond the
optimum time. See the seeding rates table for applicable seeding rate modifications in the current NCSU
"Small Grain Production Guide". Also, increase the initial seeding rate by at least 10% when planting
no -till. Adequate depth control when planting the wheat is essential. Review the NCSU Official Variety
"green book" and information from private companies to select a high yielding variety with the
characteristics needed for your area and conditions. Apply no more than 301bs/acre N at planting.
Phosphorus and potash recommended by a soil test can also be applied at this time. The remaining N
should be applied during the months of February -March. The total N is dependent on the soil type. Plant
samples can be analyzed during the growing season to monitor the nutrient status of the wheat. Timely
management of diseases, insects and weeds are essential for profitable wheat production.
The following crop note applies to field(s): 2
Double -Crop Soybeans, Coastal Plain: Mineral Soil, low -leachable
Double -crop soybeans should be planted as early in June as possible with planting completed by July 4th.
When no -tilling soybeans in small grain straw, it is essential to manage the straw to achieve adequate
plant populations. Review the NCSU Official Variety "green book" and information from private
companies to select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions.
Plant 24 seed/row foot for 7-8" drills; 4-6 seed/row foot for 15" rows; 6-8 seed/row foot for 30" rows
and 8-10 seed/row foot for 36" rows. Increase the seeding rate by at least 10% for no -till planting.
Seeding depth should be 1-1 1/2" and adequate depth control is essential. Phosphorus and potash
recommended for the soybeans can be applied to the wheat in the Fall. Soybeans produce their own
nitrogen and are normally grown without additions of nitrogen. However, applications of 20-30 Ibs/acre
N are sometimes made at planting to promote early growth and vigor. Tissue samples can be analyzed
during the growing season to monitor the overall nutrient status of the soybeans. Timely management of
weeds and insects is essential for profitable double crop soybean production.
117396 Database Version 3.1
Date Printed: 10-11-2011
Crop Note Page Page 2 of 3

The following crop note applies to field(s): 3, 6, 8
Double -Crop Soybeans, Coastal Plain: Mineral Soil, low -leachable
Double -crop soybeans should be planted as early in June as possible with planting completed by July 4th.
When no -tilling soybeans in small grain straw, it is essential to manage the straw to achieve adequate
plant populations. Review the NCSU Official 'Variety "green book" and information from private
companies to select a high yielding variety with the characteristics needed for your area and conditions.
Plant 24 seed/row foot for 7-8" drills, 4-6 seed/row foot for 15" rows, 6-8 seed/row foot for 30" rows
and 8-10 seed/row foot for 36" rows. Increase the seeding rate by at least 10% for no -till planting.
Seeding depth should be 1-1 1/2" and adequate depth control is essential. Phosphorus and potash
recommended for the soybeans can be applied to the wheat in the Pall. Soybeans produce their own
nitrogen and are normally grown without additions of nitrogen. However, applications of 20-30 lbs/acre
N are sometimes made at planting to promote early growth and vigor. Tissue samples can be analyzed
during the growing season to monitor the overall nutrient status of the soybeans. Timely management of
weeds and insects is essential for profitable double crop soybean production.
117396 Database Version 3.1 Date Printed: 10-11-2011 Crop Note Rage Page 3 of 3

Brunswick County FSA
Farm 5J27 Tract 5002
Wetland Determination Identifiers olsdemer. wetmne men6res au notrwresert the xze, s�ePl
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910-253.2830
Fax [phone]
Date_
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To;
John College
Fax:
910-350-2004
Comments:
See attached.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Minrdt, P.E. Director
Division of water Quality
December 1, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
Robert Ward
Robert Ward Farm
1100 Bell Swamp Rd
W innabow, NC 28479
Subject: Application for Renewal of Coverage for Expiring NPDES General Permit
Dear Permittee:
Your facility is currently approved for operation under one of the Animal Waste Operation NPDES General Permits, which expire on
July 1, 2007. Due to changes in federal rules, facilities that do not discharge nor propose to discharge may choose whether or not to
retain coverage under an NPDES General Permit. Copies of the draft animal waste operation NPDES general permits and the State
Non -Discharge General Permits are available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/aps/afou/downloads.htm or by writing or calling:
NCDENR—DWQ Animal Feeding Operations Unit
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1636
Telephone number: [phone]
In order to assure your continued coverage under one of these two types of general permits, You must submit an application for permit
coverage to the Division. Enclosed you will ford a `Request for Certificate of Coverage Facility Currently Covered by an Expiring
NPDES General Permit.' The application form must be completed and returned by January 2, 2007. Please note, you must include
two (2) copies of your most recent Waste Utilization Plan with the application form.
Failure to request renewal of your coverage under a general permit within the time period specified may result in a civil penalty.
Operation of your facility without coverage under a valid general permit would constitute a violation of NCGS 143-215.1 and could
result in assessments of civil penalties of up to $25,000 per day.
If you have any questions about the draft general permits, the enclosed application, or any related matter please feel free to contact the
Animal Feeding Operations Unit staff at 919-733-3221.
Sincerely,
Ted L. Bush, Jr., Chief
Aquifer Protection Section
Enclosures
cc (w/o enclosures): Brunswick County Soil and Water Conservation District
Wilmington Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
AFO Unit Central Files - 100005
Premium Standard Farms Of North Carolina Inc
Aquifer Protection Section 1636 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
Internet: vmw.ncwatemualiN.ore location: 2728 Capital Boulevard Raleigh, NC 27604
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Ward Farms 10-5
Conditional 1 Year Amendment
June 14, 2006
The following crop changes will be in effect for the 2006/2007 Crop Year.
Tract # Field # Crop RYE Application Period PAN
2410 5 Pearl Millet 4.7 Ton 4/1-9/15 170
2410 8 Pearl Millett 4.7 Ton 4/1/-9/15 170
Mamie Caison,
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Deparuncnt of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. it? Klimek, P.E. Director .5 Division of Water Quality
TO: Miressa D. Garoma, Soil Scientist II
Animal Feeding Operation, Permit Compliance Unit
FROM: Chester Cobb, Environmental Specialist II j1
Wilmington Regional Office
SUBJECT: Sludge Survey for Robert Ward Farm
DATE: May 15, 2006
Please find enclosed the 2005 sludge survey for the Robert Ward Farm, Facility No. 10-5,. Any
questions, give me a call at [phone].
SAW0S\CHESTER\N0TICES SENT\2006\Sludge Survey-Garoma.
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality Wilmington Regional Office 127 Cardinal Drive Ext, Phone [phone] Customer Service
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Appendty: 3. Lagoon Sludge Survey Form j
_. Farm Permit or DWQ identification Number L,) 1� V-
3. Lavoon Identification �
C. Person(s) taking ldeasurcmenLS L� 2-v i I
D. Date of Mcae,,.Tments C',-
E_ lvlatlwds/Devices Used for Measurement of:
a. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the top of the thadge lave,-.
b. Distance Ir the lxpnon liquid surface to the bottom ( soil) of lagoon:
G. Thiclmess of the sludge layer if mal mg a direct measurer_tcti with "core sampler' .
F. Lagoon Surface Arta (using dimensions at inside top of bank): _; (acres)
(I)raw sketeb of lagoon on a separate sbeet and list dimension. and rdculate surface art'.: )
G. Esvmatanumber ofsamplingpoints:
a. Less than 133 acre: Use k points
b. If more than 1.33 acre, y_ _ acres x 6 = l , oath ma:.im— of 34.
(Using rodeo and din —ions, develop a uniform "grid" thm has somber of interGOcti= pomc :hat maul;
most closely with the estimated number of sampling points rr ded. Number rlre nd int=rseuion paint< all
the lagoon grid to correspond with the data to be recorded for points of measmanent.)
H. Conduct sludge survey and record data on "Sludge Survey Data Sbee:".
L At rime of sludge survey, also mc2n= the distance from the Ma,-imum Liquid Level
to the Present Liquid Level (Meal nt at the lagoon gage pole):
J. Determine distance from Maxim= Liquid Level to Minimum Liquid Level:
Ll
(Detennice from Plm or other lagoon records)
IC Calculate distance from present liquid surface level to Minimum :.igmd
level: Item J- Item I, assuming present liquid level is below Mrs Liq. Level:
,L .
L. Record from sludge survey data sbeet the distance from the present liquid surface Ievel
II
to the lagoon bduom (average for all the measurement points):
lvl. Record from sludge survey data sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level
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to the top of the sludge layer (average for all the measurement points):
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N. Record from sludge survey data sheet the average Oirlmess of the sludge layer:
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O. C• lculat. Treatment Zone (Item M- Item li :
the thickness of the existing Liquid )
tNote: If Item O is I,=1ffi 4 &, a sludge removal and ndrliatioe plan may be rquired m'
N. C. DWQ. See yaw specific permit or contact DWQ for more iniomiatioa.)
P. Proceed to Sludge Volume Work —sheet if desire to calculate sludge volume for rectangular shaped
lagoon with uniform side slope.
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a. Distant iron; the lagoon liquid surface: u. Cut t_Y o! tin rludec la_:
p. Distance from the laPMn liquid smitace to the bDnonr i.Soil t of lac Don:
c. Tbiclmess of rbe sludge layer if ma icing a direct measurement v.tb '.core samr—
F. Lagoon Surface Area (using dimensions at inside top of banl_). _,_ ac•-
(Draw sketch of lagoon on a separate sheet and list dimensions, and calculate surface: area.;
u. Estimate number of sampling points:
a_ Less than 133 acre: Use S points
b- If more than 1.33 acre, y _ acres z 6 with ma:=— of 14.
{rising skrlrh and dimenions, develop a uniform "grid" that has number of interseCUDD Pn hr= char a+ac_:;
most elosely with the esunim a avmbcr of samplmp points nc"..ded. N+mrb= The aid ,—� n
the lagoon grid to comsprmd with the data to be recorded for points of mrasffi^. L)
H. Conduct sludge sun•ey and record data on "Sludge Srnvey Data Sheet
1. At time of sludge survey, also measure the distance from the Maximum Liquid Level
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to the Present Liquid Level lime at the lagoon gage pole):
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J. De+..m,ine distance from Maximum Liquid Level to Minimum Liquid Level:
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(Determine from Plan or other lagoon records)
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L Record from sludge surveydata sheet the distance from the pr.-seat liquid an -ice levsi
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M. Record from sludge survey data sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level
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iNotc If Item O is lees than 4 fr., a sludge ==val mid wilir fion plan may be required by
N. C. DWQ. See your specific permit or contact DWQ for more information-)
P. Proceed to Sludge Volume Worksheet if desire to Calculate sludge volume for rectangular shaped,
lagoon with uttifirmt side slope.
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
April 21, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL 7005-0390-0001-3199-7822
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Robert Ward
1100 Bell Swamp Road
Winnabow, NC 28479
Re: Request for Information
Sludge Survey Report
Robert Ward Farm
NCA210005
Brunswick County
Dear Robert Ward:
Alan W. Klimek P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Your Animal Waste Management General NPDES Permit contains a condition
that addresses the sludge survey requirement for the lagoon(s) at your animal
feeding operation.
Your NPDES Permit Number NCA210005 Condition 111.16, on page 10 states:
"All facilities, which are issued a COC to operate under this permit, shall conduct
a survey of the sludge accumulation in all lagoons within one (1) year of receiving
the COC and every year thereafter. This survey shall include but not be limited to
a sketch showing the depth of sludge in the various locations within each lagoon.
This survey shall be submitted as part of the facility's annual report in the year it
was conducted..."
Our records indicate that the Division has not received the sludge survey results
for the year 2005 from your facility and your facility had not previously exempted
based on prior surveys. The form was due March 1, 2006. To avoid possible
enforcement action for a violation of your permit, please submit the results within
thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter to the following address:
Miressa D. Gamma
Division of Water Quality
1636 Mail Service Center
D��, Carolina
Naturally
Aquifer Protection Section 1636 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1636 Telephone: [phone]
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Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you
the responsibility or liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State
Statue or permitting requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact
me at 910-796-7215.
Sincerely,
Charles F. Stchman, Regional Supervisor
Wilmington Regional Office
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ANIMAL FACILITY ANNUAL CERTIFICATION FORM
Certificate of Coverage or Permit Number ►?C A 21 o06 5 County R Runs wi e,kYear 2005
Facility Name (as shown on Certificate of Coverage or Permit) h o be P-1 0 A 2-1r
Operator in Charge for this Facility Ra6ER.fi WAaA Certification # I1097%
Land application of animal waste as allowed by the above permit occurred during the past calendar year
YES NO. If NO, skip Part I and Part H and proceed to the certification. Also, i ste
was generated but not land applied, please attach an explanation on how the animal ed.
Lnuo
Part I : Facility Information: ` V '
1. Total number of application Fields Vor Pulls O''(p//lease check the appropriate bo\i5) in the Ce rmal
Waste Management Plan (CAWMP): `7 Total Useable Acres ap' Y in the CAWMP
2. Total number of Fields for Pulls ❑ (please check the appropriate box) on which land application
occurred during the year: 4 Total Acres on which waste was applied 17/. S
3. Total pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) applied during the year for all application sites:
657, a5
4. Total pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) allowed to be land applied annually by the CAWMP and
the permit: I % 033.00
5. Estimated amount of total manure, litter and process wastewater sold or given to other persons and taken
off site during the year 0 tons ❑ or gallons ❑ (please check the appropriate box)
6. Annual average number of animals by type at this facility during the previous year:
5D 7/
7. Largest and smallest number of animals by type at this facility at any one time during the previous year:
Largest 5863
Smallest 1537
(These numbers are for informational purposes only since the only permit limit on the number of animals
at the facility is the annual average numbers) 1
8. Facility's Integrator if applicable: P♦Z£ Miu m .57 A nJ A RJ rp Ams
Part II: Facility Status:
IF THE ANSWER TO ANY STATEMENT BELOW IS "NO". PLEASE PROVIDE A WRITTEN
DESCRIPTION AS TO WHY THE FACILITY WAS NOT COMPLIANT, THE DATES OF ANY
NON COMPLIANCE. AND EXPLAIN CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN OR PROPOSED TO BE
TAKEN TO BRING THIS FACILITY BACK INTO COMPLIANCE.
1. Only animal waste generated at this facility was applied to the permitted sites during R Yes ❑ No
the past calendar year.
2. The facility was operated in such away that there was no direct runoff of waste from Z Yes ❑ No
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the facility (including the houses, lagoons/storage ponds and the application sites) during
the past calendar year.
3. There was no discharge of waste to surface water from this facility during the past
Yes ❑ No
calendar year.
4. There was no freeboard violation in any lagoons or storage ponds at this facility during
Ex"
I!Yes ❑ No
the past calendar year.
5. There was no PAN application to any fields or crops at this facility greater than the
Yes ❑ No
levels specified in this facility's CAWMP during the past calendar year.
6. All Iand application equipment was calibrated at least once during the past calendar year.
Z"Yes ❑ No
7. Sludge accumulation in all lagoons did not exceed the volume for which the lagoon
LJ Yes ❑ No
was designed or reduce the lagoon's minimum treatment volume to less than the volume
for which the lagoon was designed.
8. A copy of the Annual Sludge Survey Form for this facility is attached to this Certification.
Yes ❑ No
9. Annual soils analysis were performed on each field receiving animal waste during the
Zr Yes ❑ No
past calendar year.
/
10. Soil pH was maintained as specified in the permit during the past calendar Year?
Z Yes ❑ No
11. All required monitoring and reporting was performed in accordance with the facility's
V(Yes ❑ No
permit during the past calendar year.
/Yes
12. All operations and maintenance requirements in the permit were complied with during
❑ No
the past calendar year or, in the case of a deviation, prior authorization was received
from the Division of Water Quality.
13. Crops as specified in the CAWMP were maintained during the past calendar year on all
�f
L, Yes ❑ No
sites receiving animal waste and the crops grown were removed in accordance with
the facility's permit./Yes
14. All buffer requirements as specified on the permit and the CAWMP for this facility were
❑ No
maintained during each application of animal waste during the past calendar year.
"I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of
my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
ROL£2-t 1 j 4 RA
Pernuttee Name and Title (type or print)
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Signature of Permittee
Signature of Operator in Charge
(if different from Permittee)
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Date
Date
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Appendix 1. Lagoon Sludge Survey Form
A. Farm Permit or DWQ Identification Number 5
B. Lagoon Identification /
C. Person(s) Taking Measurements /r rAMiL �/s I
D. Date ofMeasurements
E. Methods/Devices Used for Measurement of..
a. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the top of the sludge layer:
b. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the/bottom (soil) of the lagoon:
c. Thickness of the sludge layer if making a direct measurement with "core sampler":
F. Lagoon Surface Area (using dimensions at inside top of bank): (acres)
(Draw a sketch of the lagoon on a separate sheet, list dimensions, and calculate surface area.)
G. Estimate number of sampling points:
a. Less than 1.33 acres: Use 8 points
b. If more than 1.33 acres, d'/S' acres x 6 = / S , with maximum of 24.
(Using sketch and dimensions, develop a uniform grid that has the same number of intersections as the
estimated number of sampling points needed. Number the intersection points on the lagoon grid so that data
recorded at each can be easily matched.)
H. Conduct sludge survey and record data on "Sludge Survey Data Sheet' (Appendix 2).
I. At the time of the sludge survey, also measure the distance from the Maximum Liquid Level
a`/
to the Present Liquid Level (measure at the lagoon gauge pole):
J. Determine the distance from the Maximum Liquid Level to the Minimum Liquid Level
(use lagoon management plan or other lagoon records):
K.' Calculate the distance from the present liquid surface level to the Minimum Liquid Level
o
(Item J minus Item 1, assumingthe present liquid level is below the Maximum Liquid Level):
L. Record from the Sludge Survey Data Sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level
to the lagoon bottom (average for all the measurement points):
7 7. a
M. Record from the Sludge Survey Data Sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level
to the top of the sludge layer (average for all the measurement points):
N. Record from the Sludge Survey Data Sheet the average thickness of the sludge layer: a].
0. Calculate the thickness of the existing Liquid Treatment Zone (Item M minus Item K): �' S
(Note: If Item 0 is less than 4 feet, a sludge removal and utilization plan may be required by
N.C. DWQ. See your specific permit or contact DWQ for more information.)
P. Proceed to the Sludge Volume Worksheet ifyou desire to calculate sludge volume for a rectangular -
shaped lagoon with uniform side slopes.
Completed by: MAnVE CArEani `7%1a..: e._ Date:
Print Name Signature
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Appendix 2. Sludge Survey Data Sheet*
Sludge Survey Data Sheet
Completed by: MAM4- 1�4/S+r
Print Name
Signature
Lagoon Identification:
Date: y 16` 011
(A) (B) (C) (C) minus (B)
Grid
Point
No. Distance from liquid surface Distance from liquid surface Thickness of sludge
to top of sludge to lagoon bottom (soil) laver
Ft. & in. Ft. tenths Ft. & in,
Ft. tenths Ft. & in.
Ft. tenths
1 &3 7$
/s
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20
21
22
23
24
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a a.
*All Grid Points and corresponding sludge laver thicknesses must be shown on a sketch attached to this
Sludge Survey Data Sheet.
See Appendix 4 far conversion from inches to tenths of a foot.
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Appendix 1. Lagoon Sludge Survey Form
A. Farm Permit or DWQ Identification Number
B. Lagoon Identification a
C. Person(s) Taking Measurements /A*/+ rE 6q'3u
D. Date of Measurements 5/-15-dy
E. Methods/Devices Used for Measurement of:
a- Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the top of the sludge layer:
b. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the bottom (soil) of the lagoon:
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c. Thickness of the sludge layer if making a direct measurement with "core sampler":
F. Lagoon Surface Area (using dimensions at inside top of bank): (acres)
(Draw a sketch of the lagoon on a separate sheet, list dimensions, and calculate surface area.)
G. Estimate number of sampling points:
a. Less than 1.33 acres: Use 8 points
b. If more than 1.33 acres, d v acres x 6 = /d , with maximum of 24. /7 V9K�-+1
(Using. sketch and dimensions, develop a uniform grid that has the same number of intersections as the
estimated number of sampling points needed. Number the intersection points on the lagoon grid so that data
recorded at each can be easily matched.)
H. Conduct sludge survey and record data on "Sludge Survey Data Sheet" (Appendix 2).
1. At the time of the sludge survey, also measure the distance from the Maximum Liquid Level
to the Present Liquid Level (measure at the lagoon gauge pole): a Y
J. Determine the distance from the Maximum Liquid Level to the Minimum Liquid Level ? ��
(use lagoon management plan or other lagoon records):
K. Calculate the distance from the present liquid surface level to the Minimum Liquid Level D
(item J minus Item 1, assuming the present liquid level is below the Maximum Liquid Level):
L. Record from the Sludge Survey Data Sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level
to the lagoon bottom (average for all the measurement points): VA
M. Record from the Sludge Survey Data Sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level
to the top of the sludge layer (average for all the measurement points): 53
N. Record from the Sludge Survey Data Sheet the average thickness of the sludge layer: 39 r
O. Calculate the thickness of the existing Liquid Treatment Zone (Item M minus Item K): j 3
(Note: If[tem O is less than 4 feet, a sludge removal and utilisation plan may be required by
N.C- DWQ. See your specific permit or contact DWQ for more information.)
P. Proceed to the Sludge Volume Worksheet ifyou desire to calculate sludge volume for a rectangular -
shaped lagoon with uniform side slopes.
Completed by: AIM" Lt15 -- `/�a,..:. /tp� Date:
Print Name Signature
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Appendix 2. Sludge Survey Data Sheet*
Lagoon Identification:
Sludge Survey Data Sheet 5- a
Completed by: �i]<3rnsc l�az t ,� '7rk�-� ("cam Date: V-/s- -n V
Print Name Signature
(A)
Grid
Point
No.
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to too of slud a
(C)
Distance from liquid surface
to lagoon bottom soil
(C) minus (B)
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la er
Ft, & in.
Ft, tenths
Ft. & in,
Ft. tenths
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1
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Sludge Surveil Data Sheet.
See Appendix 4 for conversion from inches to tenths of a foot.
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ANIMAL FACILITY ANNUAL CERTIFICATION FORM
Certificate of Coverage or Permit Number n C R a 1006j� County ep Lips to & Year 200 Y
Facility Name (as shown on Certificate of Coverage or Permit)—L. be �rt 1 A a d
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Operator in Charge for this Facility r rfi ko f- P Q Certification #
Land application of animal waste as allowed by the above permit occurred during the past calendar year
✓ YES NO. If NO, skip Part I and Part R and proceed to the certification. Also, if animal waste
was generated but not land applied, please attach an explanation on how the animal waste was handled.
Part I : Facility Information:
1. Total number of application Fields ❑ or Pulls ❑ (please check the appropriate box) in the Certified Animal
Waste Management Plan (CAWMP): Total Useable Acres approved in the CAWMP
2. Total number of Fields aor Pull.-[] (please check the appropriate box) on which land application
occurred dining the year: Total Acres on which waste was applied U .5
3. Total pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) applied during the year for all application sites:
g% a4
4. Total pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) allowed to be land applied annually by the CAWMP and
the permit: 19 ', 093 - co
5. Estimated amount of total manure, litter and process wastewater sold or given to other persons and taken
off site during the year tons ❑ or gallons ❑ (please check the appropriate box)
6. Annual average number of animals by type at this facility during the previous year.
y9bq
7. Largest and smallest number of animals by type at this facility at any one time during the previous year.
Largest 5491
Smallest 9 7 a
(These numbers are for informational purposes only since the only permit limit on the number of animals
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8. Facility's Integrator if applicable: PR e m,l o m S 11 l4 n d A J Fig F m s
Part II: Facility Status:
IF THE ANSWER TO ANY STATEMENT BELOW IS "NO", PLEASE PROVIDE A WRITTEN
DESCRIPTION AS TO WHY THE FACILITY WAS NOT COMPLIANT, THE DATES OF ANY NON
COMPLIANCE, AND EXPLAIN CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN OR PROPOSED TO BE TAKEN TO
BRING THIS FACILITY BACK INTO COMPLIANCE.
1. Only animal waste generated at this facility was applied to the permitted sites durin�® [I Yes XNo
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the facility (including the houses, lagoons/storage ponds and the application sites) during
the past calendar year.
3. There was no discharge of waste to surface water from this facility during the past
calendar year.
4_ There was no freeboard violation in any lagoons or storage ponds at this facility during
the past calendar year.
5. There was no PAN application to any fields or crops at this facility greater than the
levels specified in this facility's CAWIv1P during the past calendar year.
6. All land application equipment was calibrated at least once during the past calendar year.
zYes ❑ No
/J Yes ❑ No
0/Yes
El No
L/J Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes
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7. Sludge accumulation in all lagoons did not exceed the volume for which the lagoon ❑ Yes ❑ No R )A
was designed or reduce the lagoon's minimum treatment volume to less than the volume
for which the lagoon was designed.
8. A copy of the Annual Sludge Survey Form for this facility is attached to this Certification. ❑Y'es ❑ No Q /4
9. Annual soils analysis were performed on each field receiving animal waste during the E Yes ❑ No
past calendar year.
10. Soil pH was maintained as specified in the permit during the past calendar Year? Vy"
s ❑ No
11. All required monitoring and reporting was performed in accordance with the facility's s ❑ No
permit during the past calendar year.
12. All operations and maintenance requirements in the permit were complied with during 2J Yes ❑ No
the past calendar year or, in the case of a deviation, prior authorization was received
from the Division of Water Quality.
13. Crops as specified in the CAWMP were maintained during the past calendar year on all IJ Yes ❑ No
sites receiving animal waste and the crops grown were removed in accordance with
the facility's permit.
14. All buffer requirements as specified on the permit and the CAWi12 for this facility were D'Y/es ❑ No
maintained during each application of animal waste during the past calendar year.
"l certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of
my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
Permittee Name and Title (type or print)
Signature of Permittee
Signature of Operator in Charge
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Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF '
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
December 30, 1999
Robert Ward
Robert Ward Farm
1100 Bell Swamp Rd.
Winnabow NC 28479
Subject: Fertilizer Application Recordkeeping
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 10-5
Brunswick County
Dear Robert Ward:
This letter is being sent to clarify the recordkeeping requirement for Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)
application on fields that are part of your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan.
In order to show that the agronomic loading rates for the crops being grown are not being exceeded, you
must keep records of all sources of nitrogen that are being added to these sites. This would include nitrogen
from all types of animal waste as well as municipal and industrial sludges/residuals, and commercial fertilizers.
Beginning January 1, 2000, all nitrogen sources applied to land receiving animal waste are required to
be kept on the appropriate recordkeeping forms (i.e. IRRI, IRR2, DRY1, DRY2, DRY3, SLURI, SLUR2,
SLDI, and SLD2) and maintained in the facility records for review. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)
compliance inspectors and Division of Soil and Water operation reviewers will review all recordkeeping during
routine inspections. Facilities not documenting all sources of nitrogen application will be subject to an
appropriate enforcement action.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Sonya Avant of the
DWQ staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincere
Kea T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Brunswick County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
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JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number_
Farm Name:
On -Site Representative:
Inspector/Reviewer's Name: isOtnyx
Date of site visit: I 4 6 /qq
Date of most recent 11/UP:-Li lqlqq_
_ Operation is'flagged for a wettable
acre determination due to failure of
Part 11 eligibility items) Fl F2 F3 F4
_✓Operation not required to secure wA
determination at this time bWed on
exemption E1 E2 E3 E4
Annual farm PAN deficit: — �y l l pounds
Irrigation System(s) - circle har -hose trave'l-er5, 2. center -pivot system; 3. linear -move system;
4. stationary sprinkler system w/pe pipe; U. stationary sprinkler system w/portable pipe;
6. stationary gun system w/permanent pipe; 7. stationary gun system w/portable pipe
PART I. WA Determination Exemptions (Eligibility failure, Part 11, overrides Part I exemption.)
E1 Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an I or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and D2/D3 irrigation operating parameter sheets, including map
depicting wettable acres, is complete and signed by an I or PE.
E3 Adequate D, irrigation operating parameter sheet, including map depicting
wettable acres, is complete and signed by a WUP.
✓E4 75% rule exemption as verified in Part III. (NOTE: 75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part 11. Complete eligibility
checklist, Part II - F1 F2 F3, before completing computational table in Part 111).
PART II. 75% Rule Eligibility Checklist and Documentation of WA Determination
Requirements. WA Determination required because operation fails one of the eligibility
requirements listed below:
F1 Lack of acreage which resulted in over application of wastewater (PAN) on spray
field(s) according to farm's last two years of irrigation records.
F2 Unclear, illegible, or lack of information/map.
F3 Obvious field limitations (numerous ditches; failure to deduct required
buffer/setback acreage; or 25% of total acreage identified in CAWMP includes
small, irregularly shaped fields - fields less than 5 acres for travelers or less than
2 acres for stationary sprinklers).
F4 WA determination required because CAWMP credits field(s)'s acreage in excess
- of 75% of the respective field's total acreage as noted in table in Part 111.

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and type of irrigation system. If pulls, etc. cross more than one field, inspector/reviewer will have to combine fields to
calculate 75% field by field determination for exemption if possible; otherwise operation will be subject to WA
determination.
FIELD NUMBER' - must be clearly delineated on map.
COMMENTS' - back-up fields with CAWMP acreage exceeding 75% of its total acres and having received less than 50%
of its annual PAN as documented in the farm's previous two years' (1997 & 1998) of irrigation records, cannot serve as the
sole basis for requiring a WA Determination. Back-up fields must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
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Stag of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Division of Water Quality
Certified Mail # Z 418 220 473
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Gene Ward
Gene Ward Faun
1100 Bell Swamp Road
Winnabow, NC 28479
Subject
Dear Mr. Ward:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT ANi) NATURAL RESOURCES
February 9, 1999
Justification and Documentation for Wettable Acres
Gene Ward Farm
Facility Number: 10-5
Brunswick County
On January 26, 1999, Mr. Brian Wrenn from the Wilmington Regional Office of the
Division of Water Quality inspected your animal operation and the lagoons serving this operation.
During this inspection, it was determined that your farm will be flagged for a mandatory wettable
acre determination unless the following information can be provided:
-A map including, at minimum, labeled hydrant/riser points and related coverage area (throw)
with the appropriate irrigation parameters (D) and calculations and signed by a WUP technical
specialist. Maps must include design restrictions such as wells, perennial streams, property
boundaries, etc.
-A Waste Utilization Plan that labels the fields by spray pull/zone or credits the acreage of each
field as less than 75 % of the total acreage in the respective field while still maintaining a nitrogen
deficit. All fields must be reachable with available irrigation equipment or under contract with
a third party applicator.
127 North Cardinal Dr., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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This information must be provided within fourteen (14) days of the receipt of this letter.
If the information cannot be provided within this time frame a technical specialist must contact our
office to establish an alternative schedule. We suggest that you contact your service company,
local MRCS or Soil and Water District office for any assistance they may be able to provide. If
you have any questions, please contact me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Brian L. Wrenn
Environmental Specialist
cc: Josh Spencer, Brunswick County Soil and Water District
Gus Simmons, Brown's of Carolina
:Wilminlrton Files
S_ 4WQS;B12LWMM1SC110-S.LET
127 North Cardinal Dr., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina RECENT
Department of Environment ED
and Natural Resources JUN 0 3 1998
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor NCDENR
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
June 1, 1998
Robert Ward
Robert Ward Farm
1100 Bell Swamp Rd,
Winnabow NC 28479
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS100005
Robert Ward Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Brunswick County
Dear Robert B. Ward:
In accordance with your application received on April 1, 1998, we are forwarding this Certificate
of Coverage (COC) issued to Robert Ward, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste
collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with General Pen -nit
AWG100000. This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to,
the management of animal waste from the Robert Ward Farm, located in Brunswick County, with an
animal capacity of no greater than 6080 Feeder to Finish and the application to land as specified in the
Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP).
The 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.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Certificate of Coverage A
Robert Ward Farm
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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
information on this process. Unless such a request is made withiri 30 days, this COC shall be final and
binding.
The subject farm is located in the Wilmington 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 Sue Homewood at [phone] ext. 502.
Sincerely
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E. '
CC' (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Brunswick County Health Department
,W Regtonal faii`ce, Watw.
Brunswick County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural Resources,
Division of Water Quality
Non -Discharge Permit Application Form
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
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: Robert Ward Farm
1.2 Print Land Owner's name: Robert Ward
1.3 Mailine address: 1100 Bell Swamp Rd
City, State: Winnabow NC Zip: 28479
Telephone Number (include area code): 253-5242
L4 County where facility is located: Brunswick
1.5 Facility 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): On south side SR 1406 approx. 2 miles from split of
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): Brown's
1.8 Date Facility Originally Began Operation: 07/18/9411 II /
1.9 Date(s) of Facility Expansion(s) (if applicable): S 1y l95 c,
2. OPERATION INFORMATION:
2.1 Facility No.: 10 (county number); 5 (facility number).
2.2 Operation Description: Swine operation
Feeder to Finish
6080- Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct? Q yes; [::]no. If no, correct below using the design capacity of the facility
The 'No. of Animals" should be the maximum number for which the waste management structures were designed.
Type of Swine No. of Animals Type of Poultry No. of Animals Tvoe of Cattle No. of Animals
0 Wean to Feeder 0 Layer 0 Dairy
0 Feeder to Finish 0 Non -Layer 0 Beef
0 Farrow to Wean (# sow) 0 Turkey
0 Farrow to Feeder (# sow)
0 Farrow to Finish (# sow)
Other Type of Livestock on the farm: No. of Animals:
FORM: AWO-G-E 1/26/98 Page 1 of 4

3.
2.3 Acreage cleared and available for application (excluding all required buffers and areas not covered by the application
system): _ 350.00 Required Acreage (as listed in the AWMP): fl 9 •�.�
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2.4 Number of Lagoons: i ; Total Capacity: , Cubic Feet (ft3); Required Capacity: (ft3)
Number of Storage Ponds: ; Total Capacity:
2.5 Are subsurface drains present within I of any of the application fields?
2.6 Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity or under the lagoon(s)?
(ft3); Required Cap ity: (ft3)
YES or (} lease circle one)
YES or O (please circle one)
2.7 Does this facility meet all applicable siting requirements? (Swine Farm Siting Act, NRCS Standards, etc.) (Swine Only)
ff ES r NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facility's swine houses and lagoon were sited? q l `t t -t3
What was the date that this facility's land application areas were sited?-.1:,0(93
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 CAWMP, 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.
3.3.10 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.
If your CAWMP includes components not shown on this list, please include the additional
components with your submittal.
Applicants Initials
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FORM: AWO-G-E 1/28/98 Page 2 of 4

Facility Number: 10 - 5
Facility Name. Robert Ward Farm
4. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
M
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(Land Owner's name listed in question 1.2), attest that
this application for K" %wo"_- 4- (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
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.
Signature
Date
S . MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land Owner)
(Manager's name listed in question 1.6), attest that this
application for (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
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 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-G-E 1/28/98 Page 3 of 4

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Tec ical specialist Cez`ificaticxa 4
As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil -and Water
Conser-tration Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 67 .0005, I certify that the new or -2
expanded animal waste management system as installed for the farm named above `
has an animal waste management plan that meets the design, construction,
operation and maintenance standards and specifications of the Division of
F-nvironmental Management and the USDA -Soil Conservation Service and/or the North
Carolina soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to ISA NCAC 2H.0217 and
ISA NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The following elements and their corresponding rninimvm
criteria-havue_beenYverified by me or other designated technical specialists and
are included in the plan as applicable: miniimun separations (buffers); liners or
equivalent for lagoons or waste storage ponds;' waste storage capacity;°adequate
quantity and amount of land for waste utilization (or use of third party); access
or ownership of_"proper waste application equipment; schedule for timing of
applications; application-rates;':loadirag rates; and -the control of the discharge
of pollutants from'it ormwater runoff events less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour
storm.
Name of T�chn3eal ;Sprei;lis (Please Print)
Affiliation:
Address (Agency) Ale- one No. v - Je - v vs r
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I (ewe) understand the operation and maintenance procedures established in the
approved animal waste management plan for the farm named above and will implement
these procedures. I (we) know that any additional 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 suhmitted to the Division of
Environmental Management before the new animals are stocked. I (we) also
understand that there mast be no discharge of animal waste from this system to
surface waters of the state either through a man-made conveyance or through
runoff from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm,. The
approved plan will be filed at the farm and at the office of the local Soil and
Water Conservation District. ,/� f
gam* of Land Owner (Please Print) : D � IV �A/1aI2C!
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Signature: ,�YT/-�t< �'.. '�cz� Date:
Nast of Xanager, if different from owner (Please print):
Signature: Date:
Hots: A change --in land=ownership--re4uires notification or a new certification
(if the approved plan-==is`changedj'_ to be submitted to the Division of
Environmental Managem4a it�' wiinth60 Hays- of a title transfer.
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the add=eaa on the reverae aide of thin fors_
WATER Q!;RLITY
Name of farm (Please print) : Bo,h [/Yf7-,QGL ��o�e7eT� F:.iShl`:lir'G BRAN
Address:
a d Phone No.: 9i4-253-514A
County: BFLOA),3 LK
Farm location: Latitude and Longitude:j�p�'3p "/JB'�'`(recru ired). Also,
please attach a copy of a county road map with location, identified.
Type of operation (swine, layer, dairy, etc_): SW IXi
Design capacity (number of animals): 3 z a o
Average size of operation (12 month population avg.): 4 Zo o p-/NiSJT'I' 6
Average acreage needed for land application of waste (acres)z 3 5 0
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Technical Specialist Carti£ieatio_.
As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water
Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 6F .0005, I certify that the new or
expanded animal waste management system as installed for the farm named above
has an animal waste management plan that meets the design, construction,
operation and maintenance standards and specifications of the Division of
Environmental Management and the USDA -Soil Conservation Service and/or the North
Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 and
15A NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The following elements and their corresponding minimum
criteria-hav,—heea verified by me or other designated technical specialists and
are included in the plan as applicable: minimum separations (buffers); liners or
equivalent for lagoons or waste storage ponds; waste storage capacity; adequate
quantity and amount of land for waste utilization (or use of third party) ; access
or ownership of proper waste application equipment; schedule for timing of
applications; application rates; loading rates; and the control of the discharge
of pollutants from stormwater runoff events less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour
storm.
Name of Tech=icaj Specialist (Please Print) `1 iM M V F• V
Affiliation: DNS cf (.,&)A_
Address (Agency): a(Gq Phone No
signature: \ /'mil/ VA� Date: -7 /,f-,;?
Owner/Magar gseemaat
I (we) undersVand the operation and maintenance procedures established in the
approved animal waste management plan for the farm named above and will implement
these procedures. I (we) know that any additional expansion to the existing
design capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will recuire a new certification to be submitted to the Division of
Environmental Management 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 either through a man-made conveyance or through
runoff from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The
approved plan will be filed at the farm and at the office of the local Soil and
Water Conservation Districct
Name of Land OW6ikr (. -Ieape ,P!6nt) : /-r" ""•' I `^' ���
Signature: �v,�/E Date: /'/�
Name of M— agar, if different from owner (Please print):
Signature: Date:
Note: A change in land ownership requires notification or a new certification
(if the approved plan is changed) to be submitted to the Division of
Environmental Management within 60 days of a title transfer.
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ROBERT WARD - (4) 720 FINISHING
STATE ROAD #1406 - BRUNSWICK COUNTY
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DIRECTIONS: FROM ROSE HILL TAKE INTERSTATE 40 TO WILMINGTON,
THEN TAKE U.S. HIGHWAY # 17 TOWARDS SHALLOTTE. FARM WILL BE
APPROX: 15 MILES FROM WILMINGTON, OFF HIGHWAY # 17, TURN RIGHT ON
SR # 1406 (BELL SWAMP LOOP ROAD) WHICH WILL BE THE FIRST PAVED ROAD
TO THE RIGHT PAST THE SPLIT OF U.S. HIGHWAY 17 AND U.S. HIGHWAY 87.
FARM WILL BE APPROX: 2 MILES ON THE LEFT.
BROWN'S OF CAROLINA.INC.
30 I -:AST C-OLLE;CEI: S-I RE:1 f • Y.U. ROX 4:4� • WARSAW, N.C. 28398-0417 - OFI1Ci--: (9t9) 293-2191 • FAX: [phone]

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Producer: Robert Ward
Location: 1100 Bell Swamp Rd.
Winnabow NC 28479
Telephone: [phone]
Type Operation: Existing Feeder to Finish Swine
Number of Animals: 6080.00 hogs
(Design Capacity)
STORAGE STRUCTURE: Anaerobic Waste Treatment Lagoon
APPLICATION METHOD: Irrigation
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a
specified rate to prevent pollution of surface water 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:
1. 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.
2. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration
rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and
available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall be applied to land eroding at less than
5 tons per acre per year. Waste may be applied to land
eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but less than
10 tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter
strips are established.
4. 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 DWQ regulations.
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5. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and
downwind odor problems.
6. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crop production
and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should
be applied to a growing crop or applied not more than 30
days prior to planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy.
Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and
reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste application method shown above. If
you choose to change methods in the future, you need to revise this
plan. Nutrient levels for different application methods are not the
same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage
requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from your
waste management facility. In some cases you may want to have plant
analysis made, which could allow additional waste to be applied.
Provisions shall be made for the area receiving waste to be flexible
so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content and crop type.
Lime must be applied to maintain pH in the optimum range for specific
crop production.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H .0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
6080 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 11552 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
6080 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 13984 lbs. PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan
time and have appropriate equipment to apply the waste in a timely
manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on
the crop to be grown, soil type and surface application.
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TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS
COMM N
**
* LBS
DETERMINING PHASE
CODE
AW N
PER
ACRES
AW N
PER AC
AC
USED
-----
or
-------
APPLY
RESID.
APPLIC
METH
N
TIME
2410
2
SA
1
110
0
23.8
2618
I
APR -MAY
2410 -2 1 WA 1 100 0 23.8 2380
I SEP-NOV
2410 2a BaB BH 5.5 275 0 5.5 1512.5
I 1 APR-SEP
2140 3 1 SA 1 110 0 24.0 2640
I APR -MAY
IA 11 1100 10 124.0 12400 OV
2410
5
Ly
FP
3.4
170
0
34.0
5780
I
I
SEP-APR
2410
8
Ly
FP
3.4
170
0
22.5
3825
I
I
SEP-APR
2410
-8
SA
1
110
0
22.5
2475
I
APR -MAY
END
I
TOTALI23630.5
Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e.
interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer annuals.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied
while meeting the N requirements. In the future, regulations
may require farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a
nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
plan only addresses nitrogen.
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TABLE 2: ACRES WITH NOTARIZED AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached.)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land.
See required specification 2.)
TRACT
FIELD
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-
CROP
YIELD
LBS
COMM N
**
* LBS
DETERMINING PHASE
CODE
AW N
PER
ACRES
AW N
PER AC
AC
USED
---
or
-------
APPLY
RESID.
APPLIC
METH
N
TIME
END
TOTAL 10
-� Indicates that this field is being ovexseeded (i.e. interplanted) or
winter annuals follow summer annuals.
Caution must be exercised in grazing or haying summer
annuals under stressed conditions. Nitrate poisoning
may occur in livestock. Sampling forage or hay for
nitrate levels is recommended.
** Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in fields due to
overseeding.
* lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in tables 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE
CROP
UNITS
PER UNIT
BH
HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS@HAY
TONS
50
FP
TALL FESCUE -PASTURE
TONS
50
SA
SUMMER ANNUALS (I.E. Sorghum -Sudan Hybri
AC
110
WA
WINTER ANNUALS (I.E. Small Grains, etc.)
AC
100
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TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
**
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
ACRES
LBS AW N USED
109.8
23630.5
0
0
109.8
23630.5
* BALANCE
-9646.5
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.
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*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to fully
utilize the animal waste N produced.
Acres shown in each of the preceding tables are considered to be the
usable acres excluding required buffers, filter strips along ditches,
odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving
full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION:
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. Your production facility will produce
approximately 2249.6 pounds of plant available nitrogen per year in the
sludge.
If you remove the sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately 11248
pounds of PAN to utilize. Assuming you apply this PAN to hybrid
bermudagrass hayland at the rate of 300 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you
will need 37.4933333333 acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at
the rate of 125 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you will need 89.984 acres
of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and
land needed. Actual requirements could vary by 25% depending on your
sludge waste analysis, soil types, realistic yields, and application
methods.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the
soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or ponding occurs. This
rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure, soil
texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application amount
should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the
time of irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed
the nitrogen needs of the crop.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan,
it is the responsibility of the producer and irrigation designer to ensure
that an irrigation system is installed to properly irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
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amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application
rates and amounts.
I I
Tract I Field l Soil Type
I I
2140 13
I I
2410 12 I
I
2410 12a
2410 15
I -
2410 18
I-
2410 I -2
I-
2410 I -3
I_
2410 I -8
I-
I
(Application RatelApplic. Amount
I Crop
I
I (in/hr) I (inches)
I I
I SA
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
SA
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
BH
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
I FP
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
FP
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
WA
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
WA
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I
SA
I
I I
I 0.5 I *1.0
I I
* This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil
assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the crop is not over
applied. In many situations, the application amount shown cannot
be applied because of the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
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application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil
conditions.
Your facility is designed for 180.00 days of temporary storage and
the temporary storage must be removed on the average of once every
5.00 mouths. In no instance should the volume of the waste be stored
in your structure be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or one
foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and waste applicator to
ensure that the spreader equipment is operated properly to apply the
correct rates to the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply
the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may
make this plan invalid.
Call your technical specialist after you receive the waste analysis
report for assistance in determining the amount of waste per acre and
the proper application rate prior to applying the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by
runoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct application, or
direct discharge during operation or land application. Any
discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
2. There must be documentation in the design folder that the
producer either owns or has an agreement for use of adequate
land on which to properly apply the waste. If the producer does
not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he/she shall
provide a copy of an agreement with a landowner who is within a
reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for
waste application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the
facility to secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when
there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of
animals, method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the
nitrogen needs for realistic crop yields based on soil type,
available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict
the rate of application for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons
per acre per year. Waste 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 disking after
waste application. Waste should not be applied when there is
danger of drift from the irrigation field.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled
cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or
grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the application
does not occur during a season prone to flooding. (See "Weather
and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration rate such that runoff does not occur offsite or to
surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift from
the site during application. No ponding should occur in order
to control odor or flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
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.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted crops on soils with a high potential for
leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be
held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to
take up released nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more
than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall
comply with the following: The outer perimeter of the land area
onto which waste is applied from a lagoon that is a component of
a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any residential
property boundary and from any perennial stream or river (other
than an irrigation ditch or canal. Animal waste other than
swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995),
shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters.
(See Standard 393 - Filter Strips).
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to
wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property
and public right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters,
drainageways, or wetlands by a discharge or by over -spraying.
Animal waste may be applied to prior converted cropland provided
they have been approved as a land application site by a
"technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharges directly into water courses,
and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at
agronomic rates in a manner that causes no runoff or drift from
the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities,
showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into the
animal waste management system.
17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas (lagoon embankments, berms,
pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced, as necessary, to
protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and
other woody species, etc., are limited to areas where considered
appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible.
Berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence
of erosion, leakage or discharge.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or
terminated, the owner is responsible for obtaining and
implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should
be inspected on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks,
and spills. A. regular maintenance checklist should be kept on
site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables
and other crops for direct human consumption. However, if
animal waste is used on crops for direct human consumption it
should only be applied preplant with no further applications of
animal waste during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and
bottom elevations of the temporary storage (pumping volume) of
all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be managed to
maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will
be required to. mark the maximum storage volume for waste
storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil
shall be tested at least annually at crop sites where waste
products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate - determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be
monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when these
metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste
analysis records shall be kept for five years. Poultry dry
waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be
maintained for five (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North
Carolina regulations.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm:WARD FARMS
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
North Carolina Division of Environmental Management (NCDEM) before
the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there
must 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 -site at
the farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water
Conservation District and will be available for review by NCDEM
upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: ROBERT WARD
(Please print)
5-7
D
Signature: ODate: �} -- R r
Name of Manager(If different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Name of Person Preparing Plan: (Please print)Harold D. Jones
Affiliation:NRCS Phone No. 910-253-2830

Address (Agency): • P.O. Box 26
Bolivia NC 28422
Signature: ` zz �64161 Date:
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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION AGREEMENT
(Needed only if additional land has to be leased, etc.)
I, , hereby give
permission to apply animal waste from his Waste Utilization System
on acres of my land for the duration of time shown below.
The field(s) on which waste can be applied are shown on the
attached map.
I understand that this waste contains nitrogen, phosphorous,
potassium, and other trace elements and when properly applied
should not harm my land or crops. I also understand that the use
of waste will reduce my need for commercial fertilizer.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PIO N MBERS
DWQ c' 34s-3v•o
EMERGENCY v1A: AGEVIE.VT SYSTEM fs - `\V7 t-
SWCD
INRCS
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking,
overtlowing. or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters or
leave your property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every effort to
ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for
all employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation.'this may or may not be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed below.
A. LaLoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d_ Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B: Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that caused the runoff
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C: Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge-
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D: Leakage from flush systems. houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house. flush systems. or solid separators.
Deca:nber I S. 1996

0 e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps_
E: Leakage from base or sidewall of Iagoon. Often this is seepage -as opposed to
flowing leaks- possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch awav 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 n!pe soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.
?. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, fish kills. or propery 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?
Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off of the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters'?
0 Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During norrnal.business hours, call your D`VQ (Division of Water Quality)
regional office; oo After hours, emergency number 919-735-394 .
Your phone call should include: your name, facility, telephone number, the details
of the incident from item 3 above, the exact location of the facility, the location or
direction of movement of the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective
measures that have been under taken, and the seriousness of the situation.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local E:tiIS Phone number
c. Instruct ELMS to contact Iocal Health Department.
d. Contact CES, phone number�`t"' local SWCD office phone number
and local MRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number
If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriffs Department and explain your
problem to them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5: Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair of problem to minimize off -sire
damage.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
Dec. nber IS. 1996

6: Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (MRCS. Consultin
Enaineer. eteJ
a. Name: „"'^.t Q • Q ..co
b. Phone: ChI®—Sl3 31eo0
Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage. repair the system. and reassess the waste management plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
December 13. 1996

fi(F-
SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKL
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site S
Farmstead Swine production ( e omtative or wooded buffers;
acmended best management
pr i.e.;( Good judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces
Dirty manure -covered animals
(.)'Dry floors
Floor surfaces
Wet manure -covered floors
( otted floors;
( aterers located over slotted floors;
( ) Feeders at highitnd of solid floors;
( crape manure buildup from floors;
( I Underfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection pits
Urine
( requent manure removal by flush,pit
recharge,or scrape
Parital micorbial decomposition
( ) Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans
Volatile gases;
( an maintenance;
Dust
dent air movement - -
Indoor surfaces
Dust
ashdown between groups of animals
( .ad additives;
( ) Feeder covers;
(s1-Fa.ed-delivery, downspout extenders,-"
lav
Flush tanks
Agitation of recycled lagoon
( ) Flush tank covers
liquid whiles tanks are filling
( I Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti -siphon vents
Flush alleys
Agitation during wastewater
( 1 Underfloor flush with underfloor
conveyanance
ventilation
Pit recharge points
Agitation of recycled lagoon
() Extend rechard lines to near bottom of
liquid while pits are filling
pits with anti -siphon vents
Lift stations
Agitation during sump tank filling
(1 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 discharge point of pipes -
und rneath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces Volatile gas emissions
( r er lagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing
( �ct lagoon startup procedures
Agitation
,1•M1( tpr6um surface area -to -volume ratio
mimum agitation when pumping
( ) M hanical aeration
( roven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation
s o dry days with little or no wind
Wind draft
mi mrecommended operation pressure
�jg
mp intake near lagoon liquid surface
( ) Pump from second -stage lagoon
AMOC—November 11, 1996

Storage tank or basin Partial microbial decomposition
(1 Bottom or midlevel loading
surface Mixing while filling
(1 Tank covers
Agitation when emptying
() Basin surface mats of solids
(1 Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface Partial micobial decomposition
(1 Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
Mixing while filling
level
Agitation when emptying
(1 Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading
(1 Soil injection of slurry/sludges
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions
( ) Wash residual manure from spreader after use
( ) Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry Volatile gas emissions while drying
() Soil infection of slurry/sludges
or sludge on field surfaces
(1 Soil incorporation within 48 hours
l l Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
11
Dead animals Carcass decomposition
( roper disposition of carcasses
Dead animal disposal Carcass decomposition
() Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
pits
U Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators Incomplete combustion
( ) S 7 5pd.,y stack burners
Standing water around Improper drainage
( Grade and landscape such that water drains
facilities Microbial decomposition of
away from facilities
organic matter
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads
() Farm access road maintenance
roads from farm access
Additional Information:
Available From:
Swine Manure Management; 0200 Rule/BMP Packet
NCSU-County Extension Center
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies, EBAE Fact Sheet
NCSU-BAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge --Lagoon
Treatment; EBAE 128-88
NCSU-BAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Ruse —Lagoon
Treatment; EBAE 129-88
NCSU-BAE
Lagoon Desig and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and
Storage; EBAE 103-83
NCSU-BAE —
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
NCSU-BAE
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIH-33
NCSU-Swine Extension
Environmental Assuranc Program: NPPC Manual
NC Pork Produces Assoc
Options for Managing Odor; a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
NCSU Agri Communications
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PRO107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
Florida Cooperative Extension -
The issues checked ( ) pertain to this operation. The land owner(ntegrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
odor control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned odor control Best Managment Practices have been reviewed 4th me.
(Landowner Signature)
AMOC--November 11, 1996

r -
INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
(Liquid Systems)
Flush Gutters Accumulation of solids ( ush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated
so s from gutters as designed.
-move bridging of accumulated solids at
Lagoons and Pits
Crusted Solids
(A'Maintain lagoons, settling basins and -
pits where pest breeding is apparent to
minimize the crusting of solids to a depth
of no more than 6-8 inches over more than
30% of surface.
Excessive Vegetative
Decaying vegetation
( Maintain vegetative control along banks of
Growth
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter -
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
(Dry Systems)
Feeders
Feed Spillage
() Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g..
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the accumulation
of decaying wastage.
( ) Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
interval during summer. 15-30 day interval during winter).
Feed Storage
Accumulations of feed residues
(1 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 grain and similar high moisture grain
products).
( ) Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
-
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed.
Animal Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes 11 Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and feed wastage and other locations where waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animals is minimal.
I 1 Maintain fence rows and filter strips around animal
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes
(i.e. inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids as needed).
AMIC—November 11, 1996

O. Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes O Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
Systems interval during summer; 15-30 days interval during
winter) whore manure is loaded for land application
or disposal.
() Provide for adequate drainage around manure stockpiles.
O Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated wastes
in filter stripes around stockpiles and manure handling
areas as needed.
The issues checked ( ) pertain to this operation. The land ownerfintegrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
insect control measures as practical.
certify the aforementioned insect control Best Management Practices have been reviewed with me.
(Landowner Signature)
For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
27695-7613.
AMIC—November 11, 1996

MORTALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS
(check which method(s) are being implemented)
( ) Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours
after knowledge of the death. The burial be at least 300 feet from
any flowing steam or public body of water.
( ✓) Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G. S. 106-168.7
( A� Complete incineration
( ) 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)

THIS DESIGN IS FOR A SINGLE STAGE SWINE LAGOON, O
--- --- _> Ward, Bob � �
CLIENTS NAME ---------------- -- _> Brunswick vz
CO wn -- - =_- ___---==----_-
TODAYS DATE - _-> 03/28/98
SITIN(; LAW DISTANCES OKAY- (YES -OR NO) _> Yes
NU,B$R OF PIGS WEANLING TO FEEDER =____> 0
NUN] M_ OF PIGS FEEDER TO FINISH =______> 3200
NUMBER OF SOWS FARROW TO WEANLING =-___> 0
NUkBBR OF SOWS FARROW TO FEEDER =--_--_> 0
M E OF SOWS FARROW TO FINISH =______> 0
MNUMBER OF DEVELOPING GILTS =___ == == __ > 0
ER OF STUD BOARS OR GESTATING SOWS > 0
NUMBER OF SYyear OF
mGunlesss retrofit) 0
TOP LENGTH AT NORMAL WATER LEVEL =--__> 355.0 FEET
TOP WIDTH AT NORMAL WATER LEVEL = =___> 245.0 FEET
NORMAL WATER LEVEL ELEVATION =— -_=_-___> 46.0 FEET /
SEASONAL HIGH WATER TABLE ELEVATION===> 42.0 FEET
LAGOON BOTTOM ELEVATION 40.0 FEET o„ •'� !" �•j�y
Depth of Permanent Water — — 6.0 feet
minimum depth including sludge = 6 feet) ,�� ,`Fg
maximum depth -of+ sludge -T-2--feet)=== y�� T�s e
IDE SLOPES - __> 3.0:1
Permanent Volume Required- 432000.0 cubic feet
Permanent Volume Provided 459642.0 cubic feet "k) p
ADDITIONAL DA W/O EVAP. (VEGETATED)
ADDITIONAL DA W/O EVAP, NON-VEGET.L =_>
i.e. feedlot & non -diverted area)
ADDITIONAL D. A. WITH EVAPORATION
i.e, pumpout pond)
LENGTH O PUMPING CYCLE
GALLONS OF FRESH WATER ADDED DAILY
NORMAL RAINFALL FOR PUMPING CYCLE
PERCENT RUNOFF ON VEGETATED AREAS
PERCENT RUNOFF ON NON -VEGETATED AREAS =>
NORMAL EVAPORATION FOR PUMPING CYCLE _=>
25YR 24HR STORM RAINFALL
RUNOFF DEPTH FROM VEGETATED AREAS
RUNOFF DEPTH FROM NON -VEGETATED AREAS =>
INCLUDE HEAVY RAIN (YES=1, NO=O )
FREEBOARD =_________=_ _______________>
%, �✓
0 SQUARE FEET�f
0 SQUARE FEET
0 SQUARE FEET
180 DAYS
0 GALLONS
0.0 INCHES
30 PERCENT
65 PERCENT
0.0 INCHES
7.0 INCHES
0.0 INCHES
0.0 INCHES
0 (NUMBER ONLY)
1.7 FEET
ESTIMATED TOP OF DAM ELEVATION =-___-=_> 51.0 FEET
Temporary Storage Volume Needed 238872.7 cubic feet
Temporary Storage Volume Provided 307050.7 cubic feet
Top of Dam Elevation = 51.0 feet
Inside Dimensions of Lagoon at Top of Dam
Length = 385.0 feet Width = 275.0 feet
ESTIMATED DEPTH TO PUMP = 0.0 FEET
Volume To Be Pumped = 177112 cubic feet
Volume for Estimated Depth = 0 cubic feet
Begin Pumping Elevation = 46.0 feet
Stop Pumping Elevation = 46.0 feet
.� Ito v 5, 3'�'�Cr = (. "t o �4�y Li t �Sg �.��,� + 3o-i o�
1. STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT
0
head
weanlin to feeder
x 30 lbs. =
0
lbs
3200
head
feeder o finishing x 135 lbs. -
432000
lbs
0
sows
farrow to weanling
x 433 lbs. =
0
lbs
0
sows
farrow to feeder x
522 lbs. =
0
lbs
0
sows
farrow to finish x
1417 lbs. =
0
lbs
0
developing gilts x 150
lbs. -
0
lbs
0
stud
boars or gestating
sows =
0
TOTAL STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT (SSLW) - 432000 lbs
2. SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
1 c, %,%% --, � b t.�-.. C- c. 0-
�� s �.s �3 -, C(Eo � g' 4 ��.�- �o -�x.-.:•.tom.

ARE 385.0
FEET BY
275.0 FEET
FEGIN pU14PING ELEVATION
pUKpED STORAGE VOLUME
6A.
177112.3
cubic feet of waste
6B.
0.0
cubic feet of excess rainfall
6C.
0.0
cubic feet of fresh wash water
TOTAL PUMPED VOLUME =
177112.3
cubic feet
VOLUME AT ESTIMATED PUMPING DEPTH
AREA OF BOTTOM =
86975.0
sq. ft.
AREA OF TOP =
86975.0
sq. ft.
AREA OF MID --SECTION =
86975.0
sq. ft.
VOLUME PROVIDED
0.0
cubic feet
DESIGNED BY:
APPROVED BY:
DATE:
DATE:
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1.

)Ferator:ROBERT WARD County: BRUNSWICK Date: 09/27/93
2anO
Distance to nearest residence (other than owner): -e-.—& feet
1. STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT
0 sows (farrow to finish) x 1417 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 sows (farrow to feeder) x 522 lbs. = 0 lbs
2880 head (finishing only) x 135 lbs. = 388800 lbs
0 sows (farrow to wean) x 433 lbs. = 0 lbs
0 head (wean to feeder) x 30 lbs. = 0 lbs
TOTAL STEADY STATE LIVE WEIGHT (SSLW) = 388800 lbs
2. MINIMUM REQUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume = 388800 lbs. SSLW x Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. SSLW
Treatment Volume(CF)/lb. SSLW= 1 CF/lb. SSLW
Volume = 388800 cubic feet
3. STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 0.0 cubic feet A*— RI-4N<o
4. TOTAL DESIGN VOLUME
Inside top length 365.0 feet Inside tap width 272.5 feet
Top of dike at elevation 58.2 feet
Freeboard 1.0 feet ; Side slopes 3.0 : 1 (Inside lagoon;
Total design lagoon liquid level at elevation 57.2 feet
Bottom of lagoon elevation 48.2 feet
Seasonal high water table elevation. 53.6 feet
Total design volume using prismoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2 LENGTH WIDTH DEPTH
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 359.0 256.5 9.00
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH * WIDTH =
359.0 266.5 95674 (AREA OF TOP)
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH * WIDTH =
305.0 212,5 64813 (AREA OF BOTTOM)
AREA OF MIDSECTION
LENGTH * WIDTH * 4
332.0 239.5 318056 (AREA OF MIDSECTION * 4)
CU. FT. = [AREA TOP + (4*AREA MIDSECTION) + AREA BOTTOM] * DEPTH/5
95673.5 318056.0 64812.5 1.5
VOLUME OF LAGOON AT TOTAL DESIGN LIQUID LEVEL = 717813 CU. FT.

Volume of 25 year - 24 hour storm
Volume = 8.0 inches / 12 inches per foot * DA
Volume = 66308.3 cubic feet
TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
5A. 95178 cubic feet
- 5B. 0 cubic feet
5C. 58020 cubic feet
5D. 66308 cubic feet
TOTAL 219506 cubic feet
6. SUMMARY
Total 7 squired volume,, 6306 cubic feet _
Total design volume avaih. ,;7813 cubic feed
Min. req. treatment volume plyi's sludge accumulation 388800 cubic feet
At elev. 54.2 feet ; Vo"e is 447357 cubic feet (end pumping)
Total design volume les5.25yr-24hr storm is 651505 cubic feet
At elev. 56.4 feet ; Volume is 642469 cubic feet (start pumping)
Seasonal high water table elevation 53.6 feet
7. DESIGNED BY: TJ,,sa f1 Jn.•s APPROVED BY: W,
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DATE: DATE; 9 3o-s3 G
NOTE: SEE ATTACHED WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
COMMENTS:

U. S. Department of Agriculture
Soil Conservation Service
NC-ENG-34
September 1980
File Code: 210
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION DATA SHEET FOR DAMS
Landowner �d A&" G. GW.'al County
Community or -Group No. Conservation Plan No.
Estimated Depth of Water to Top of Dam_4_Ft. Length of Flood Pool Ft.
Date of Field Hazard Investigation Q �1-93 �lcro /�,�,we P lU�s sy5
Evaluation by reach of flood plain downstream to the point of estimated minor effect
from sudden dam failure.
Est. Elev.:Est. Elevation
.Kind of :Improvements: of Breach
Reach: Length: Width: -Slope:, Land Use ; Improvements : - Above :Floodwater Above
flood Plain: Flood Plain
Ft. Ft.
2 -
3
Describe potential for loss of life and damage to existin or probable future downstream
improvements from a sudden breach-&,,ve
ZAI �a'0.Cs.L1 l.+lK O'f Q6s..2p�p1 %-f4 wf Pv, C^/i flS .V �eo� . s •dad � 2/,��J �HON-.
Hazard Classification of Dam (a, b, c) (see MEN -Part 520.21)
Dam Classification (I, II, III, IV, V) ultis Tr.a�Me.�i �Saa. ,1a�1�
By /' ,4,
(title)
Concurred By_
name —T title
NOTE: 1. Instructions on reverse side. -
2. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Date
Date Y V-93
RECEIV71
MAY -
VVA QQUAL, I Y SECTION
Non -Discharge Compliance Enf.

_
'•�i
Facility Number: 10 - 5
Facility Name: Robert Ward Farm
4. APPLICANT'S CERTIFI
1,
TION:
r
(Land Owner's name listed in question 1.2), attest that
�p
lication for (Facility name listed in question I.1)
;ias been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. 1 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 t949e as incomplete.
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
a ,ication for (Facility name listed in g1testion 1,1)
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 as incomplete.
Signature
Date
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATFRIAi.S,
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]
ECEI If ED
MAY 8 1998
k",'ATER QUALITY SECTION
Non-Oiccharge Compliance Ent'.
FORM: AWO-G-E 1/28/98 Page 3 of 4

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources_
Division of Water Quality i SEP 0 2 1997
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor BY:
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
MEMORANDUM
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August 25, 1997
TO: Wilmington Regional Water Quality Supervisor
FROM: Sue Homewood SkA
SUBJECT: Notification of Facility Number Change
The following changes have been made to the Animal Operations Database. Please make
appropriate changes in your files.
Facility numbers 10-5 and 10-6 were combined under one facility number; 10-5. Facility
number 10-6 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 24-69 and 24-70 were combined under one facility number; 24-69. Facility
number 24-70 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 24-75 and 24-96 were combined under one facility number; 24-75. Facility
number 24-96 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 31-122, 31-151 and 31-823 were combined under one facility number; 31-
122. Facility numbers 31-151 and 31-823 were deleted from the animal operations
database.
Facility numbers 31-124 and 31-126 were combined under one facility number; 31-124.
Facility number 31-126 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 31-351 and 31-521 were combined under one facility number; 31-351.
Facility number 31-521 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 31-159 and 31-778 were combined under one facility number; 31-159.
Facility number 31-778 was deleted from the animal operations database.
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Facility numbers 31-146 and 31-163 were combined under one facility number; 31-146.
Facility number 31-163 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 31-672 and 31-696 were combined under one facility number; 31-672.
Facility number 31-696 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 31-162 and 31-359 were combined under one facility number; 31-162.
Facility number 31-359 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 71-74 and 71-75 were combined under one facility number; 71-74. Facility
number 71-75 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 71-28 and 71-92 were combined under one facility number; 71-28. Facility
number 71-92 was deleted from the animal operations database.
Facility numbers 31-505 and 31-529 were combined under one facility number; 31-505.
Facility number 31-529 was deleted from the animal operations database.
If you have any comments or questions please feel free to call me at [phone] ext 502

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, rywA
Health and Natural Resources •
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary p E H N R
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
April 3, 1997
Robert Ward
Robert Ward Farm
1100 Bell Swamp Rd.
Winnabow NC 28479
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Designation of Operator in Charge
Robert Ward Farm
Facility Number 10--5
Brunswick County
Dear Mr. Ward:
You were notified by letter dated November 12, 1996, that you were required to designate a
certified animal waste management system operator as Operator in Charge for the subject facility by
January 1, 1997. Enclosed with that letter was an Operator in Charge Designation Form for your
facility. Our records indicate that this completed Form has not yet been returned to our office.
For your convenience we are sending you another Operator in Charge Designation Form for your
facility. Please return this completed Form to this office as soon as possible but in no case later
than April 25, 1997. This office maintains a list of certified operators in your area if you need
assistance in locating a certified operator.
Please note that failure to designate an Operator in Charge of your animal waste management
system, is a violation of N.C.G.S. 90A-47.2 and you will be assessed a civil. penalty unless an
appropriately certified operator is designated. Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be
taken as absolving you of the responsibility and liability for any past or future violations for your
failure to designate an appropriate Operator in Charge by January 1, 1997.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please contact our Technical Assistance and
Certification Group at [phone].
Sincerely,
for Steve W. Tedder, Chief
Water Quality Section
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cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Facility File
Enclosure
P.O. Box 29535,
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Robert Ward
Robert Ward Farm
1100 Bell Swamp Rd.
Winnabow NC 28479
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November 13, 1996
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Robert Ward Farm
Facility ID#: 10-5
Brunswick County
Dear Mr. Ward:
Senate Bill 1217, An Act to Implement Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Study
Commission on Agricultural Waste, enacted by the 1996 North Carolina General Assembly,
requires a certified operator for each animal waste management system that serves 250 or more
swine by January 1, 1997. The owner of each animal waste management system must submit a
designation form to the Technical Assistance and Certification Group which designates an
Operator in Charge and is countersigned by the certified operator. The enclosed form must be
submitted by January 1, 1997 for all facilities in operation as of that date. Failure to designate a
certified operator for your animal waste management system is a violation of 15A NCAC 2H
.0224 and may result in the assessment of a civil penalty.
If you have questions concerning operator training or examinations for certification, please
contact your local North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service agent or our office.
Examinations have been offered on an on -going basis in many counties throughout the state for
the past several months and will continue to be offered through December 31, 1996.
Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions concerning this requirement please
call Beth Buffington or Barry Huneycutt of our staff at 919l733-0026.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P. ., erector
Division of Water Quality
Enclosure
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Water Quality Files
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ANTMAr• WASTE HANAGM-?!M PLAN CSRTIPICAT20N FOR NEW OR BSPANDED 1t�Drpffg .: 1994 "
Please rstur= the ecmpleted fo= to the Division of EnYironmental vanagememt at
the address on the rsverse side of this fora.
Name of farm (Please nrintl , !Jo A fLON.NING P-RAN H
County: tS RV Ai 3W ICJK
Farm location: Latitude and Longitude: 3y''44'3jQ"/2X'0a'_.,6A"(required) . Also,
please attach a copy of a county road map with location identified.
Type of operation (swine, layer, dairy, etc.): 5L,)lxa
Design capacity (number of animals): '3z o v
Average size of operation (12 month population avg.): '4 zoo �iN /Sh(iN 6
Average acreage needed for land application of waste (acres): 3 50
Tea'zical Specialist Certifications-====_�___'__
As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water
Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 6F .0005, I certify that the new or
expanded animal waste management system as installed for the farm named above
has an animal waste management plan that meets the design, construction,
operation and maintenance standards and specifications of the Division of
Environmental Management and the USDA -Soil Conservation Service and/or the North
Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 and
15A NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The following elements and their corresponding minimum
criteria-hau,—been verified by me or other designated technical specialists and
are included in the plan as applicable: minimum separations (buffers); liners or
equivalent for lagoons or waste storage ponds; waste storage capacity; adequate
quantity and amount of land for waste utilization (or use of third party) ; access
or ownership of proper waste application equipment; schedule for timing of
applications; application rates; loading rates; and the control of the discharge
of pollutants from stormwater runoff events less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour
storm.
Name of Technics Specialist (Please Print): �1 iMMV F- V
Affiliation: 0")A'S ate' l—&-_ =jgj �-
Address (Agency): w ,+R_5 Phone No
Signature: X'vAAws fW Ufa�Date:
Owner/kiaaager graemaat
I (we) underspland the operation and maintenance procedures established in the
approved animal waste management plan for the farm named above and will implement
these procedures. I (we) know that any additional expansion to the existing
design capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will recuire a new certification to be submitted to the Division of
Environmental Management 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 either through a man-made conveyance or through
runoff from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The
approved plan will be filed at the farm and at the office of the local Soil and
Water Conservation District.
Norma of Land Owait (,pleaZ Plant)
Signature: 4 6 -41/ Date: 7-1
Name of Manager, if different from owner (Please print):
Signature: Date:
Note: A change in land ownership requires notification or a new certification
(if the approved plan is changed) to be submitted to the Division of
Environmental Management within 60 days of a title transfer.
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DIRECTIONS: FROM ROSE HILL TAKE INTERSTATE 40 TO WILMINGTON,
THEN TAKE U.S. HIGHWAY # 17 TOWARDS SHALLOTTE. FARM WILL BE
APPROX: 15 MILES FROM WILMINGTON, OFF HIGHWAY # 17, TURN RIGHT ON
SR # 1406 (BELL SWA T.P r,OOP ROAD; 4 7! rCH ir'T;L BEE THE FIRST PAVED ROA.0
TO THE RIGiiT PAST THE SPLIT OF 6.5. HIGHWAY 37 AND U.S. HIGHWAY 87.
FARM WILL BE APPROX. Z MILES ON THE LEFT.
BROWN'S OF CAROLINA.INC.
303 LASE' C(7LI.FGE S1"RE.El" P-0. BOX 497 . WARSAW, N.C. 2x399.04V • OFFlCL: [phone] • FAX: [phone]

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Hecith and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
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A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 17, 1994
Robert Ward
1199 Bell Swamp Rd.
Winnabow NC 28479
Dear Mr. Ward:
This is to inform you that your completed registration form required by the recently
modified nondischarge rule has been received by the Division of Environmental Management
(DEM), Water Quality Section.
On December 10, 1992 the Environmental Management Commission adopted a water
quality rule which governs animal waste management systems. The goal of the rule is for
animal operations to be managed such that animal waste is not discharged to surface waters
of the state. The rule allows animal waste systems to be "deemed permitted" if certain
minimum criteria are met (15A NCAC 2H .0217). By submitting this registration you have
met one of the criteria for being deemed permitted.
We would like to remind you that existing feedlots which meet the size thresholds
listed in the rule, and any new or expanded feedlots constructed between February 1, 1993
and December 31, 1993 must submit a signed certification form (copy enclosed) to DEM by
December 31, 1997. New or expanded feedlots constructed after December 31, 1993 must
obtain signed certification before animals are stocked on the farm. Certification of an
approved animal waste management plan can be obtained after the Soil and Water
Conservation Commission adopts rules later this year.
We appreciate you providing us with this information. If you have any question about
the new nondischarge rule, please contact David Harding at [phone].
Sincerely,
die Steve Tedder, Chief
enc: ® Water Quality Section
P.O. Box 29535. Roieigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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REGISTRATION FORM FOR ANIMAL FEEDLOT OPERATIONS f;2
Department of Environments Health and Natural Reso _ A�,
Division of En+�itonmental Management
Water Quality Section,
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If the animal waste management system for your feedlot operati`d-riej.l
designed to serve m6ke than or equal to 100 head of cattle, 75
horsesi 250 swine, 11000 sheep, or 30,000 birds that are served by
a liquid waste system, then this form must be filled out and mailed
by December 31, 1993 pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 (c) in order to be
deemed permitted by DEM. Please print clearly:
Farm Name: A)o �t L
Mailing Address:_ - j��--
County s jc C Phone No 42-5-3
Owner (s) Name! lq-T _
Manager(s) Name:
Lessee Name:
Farm Location (Be as specific as poss}',ble: road namesy direction,
milepost j etc.) Aa.vrcJ-C -_;� /-- I /0 S'
Latitude/Longitude if known:
Design capacity of animal Waste mana ement systefn (Number and type
of confined animal (s)) :0�d�r { r�i•zc5�rr.lCi �/'
Average animal population on the farm (Number and typo of animal (s)
raised) 2-8"&0 -'1,$) r s
Year Production Began: IfI3 ASCS Tract No.:
Type of Waste Management System Used! --- Cis
Acres Available for Land AT
atio of Was'
Owner (s) Signature (s) : DATE: L2 ~Cg
DATE: