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NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environmental Qua

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Producer: B. L. GRADY
Location: PO BOIL 428
FAISON NC 28341
Telephone: [phone]
Type Operation: Existing Feeder to Finish Swine
Number of Animals: 5760.00 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
r 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.
RECEIVED I DENR 1 DWQ
AQUIFEP-PRnTFnnm SECTION
MAR 18 2009

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.)
5760 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 10944 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
5760 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 13248 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.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
TABLE I: 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
1675
A
AUB
BP
4.1
205
5.54
1135.7
I
+APR-
om
1675
-A
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I
I
l
11
150 1
15.54
1277APR
1675
BP
4.1
111
JAUB
I
1205 1
14.65 1953-25
+APR -
PEP
375
-B
SG
1
I
150 1
14.65 1232.5
+SEP-
APR
1675
FP
3.4
53.8
IC
IPAA
I
1170 1
19.14 115
+SEP-
APR
1675
BP
4.1
ID
JAUll
I
1205 1
19.1 11865-S
+APR-
SEP
1675
-D
SG
1
I
150
19.1 1455
+SEP-
APR
1675
BP
4.1
IE
JAUB
I
1205 1
13.07 1629.35
+APR-
SEP
1675
SG
1
_
I-E
I
I
150 1
13.07
1153.5
+SEP-
APR
95
BP
4.5
225
IF
IFOA
I
111.9712693.25
+APR-
_P

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
195
SG
I-F I
11 150
1 111.971598.5
+SEPAPR
195
BP 4.5
IG IFOA
1225
I
1 116.3913687.75
+APR-
SEP
195
SG 1
J-G I
150
I
1 116.391819.5
+SEP-
APR
END
I
TOTAL115054.6
- Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e.
interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
appilcation may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
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.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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
TOTAL10
r - Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or
winter annuals follow summer annuals.
- Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
application may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green --up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc, interseeded
in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through grazing,
hay and/or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed
when they reach a height of six to nine inches. Cattle
should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four
inches. In fields where small grain, etc, is to be removed
for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small
grain to reach maturity, especially late in the season (i.e.
April or May). Shading may result if small grain gets too
high and this will definitely interfere with stand 'of
bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced
yields and less nitrogen being utilized. Rather than
cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as
is the normal situation, you are encouraged to cut the small
grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or
silage two to three times during the season, depending on
time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc, is late
September or early October. Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a
height of about two inches before drilling for best results.
T'J ---.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
** 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
BP
HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE
TONS
50
FP
TALL FESCUE -PASTURE
TONS
50
SG
SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED
AC
50
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
WETTABLE
_ACRES
59.86
LBS AW N USED
15054.6
0
0
59.86
15054.6
* BALANCE
-1806.6
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
*** 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 2131.2 pounds of plant available nitrogen per year in the
sludge.
If you remove the sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately 10656
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 35.52 acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at
the rate of 125 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you will need 85.248 acres
of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and
land needed. Actual requirements could vary by 251 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

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.
Tract
! i
! Field
1
Soil Type
1675
I A I
AUB
1675
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AUB
1675
1
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1675
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AUB
1675
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1 E !
AUB
16 7 5
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1675
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1675
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1675
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FOA
l
l Crop
1
lApplication
1 (in/hr)
1
RatelApplic. Amount
l (inches)
1
1 BP
l .5
1 *1
BP
i
1 .5
1
I *1
I FP
1
l .40
I _
l *1.0
I
l BP
I
l .5
l *1
BP
1 .5
1 *1
1
SG
I
1 .5
I *1
I
l SG
I
! .5
I *1
1
SG
l .5
I *1
I
1 SG
I
1 .5
l *1
1
BP
i
l .50
1 *1.0

195
195
195
ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
i i 1
FOA BP I .50 1 *1.0
SG 1 .5 I * J.
SG I .5 1 *1
* 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
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
6.00 months. 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
THIS WUP IS WRITTEN BASED ON AN IRRIGATION DESIGN/WETTED ACRES FOOTPRINT
COMPLETED BY MR HALL(SEE ATTACHED)

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm:B&M FARM #1
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 Water Quality (NCDWQ) before the new
animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no
discharge of animal waste from this system to surface waters of the
state from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour
storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm office
and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District
and will be available for review by NCDWQ upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: L. GRADY
(Please prim.)
Signature: _ Date:
Name of Manager(If different from owner):_
Signature:
Date:
WA A w �, P,'
Name of Person Preparing Plan: (Please print)BILLY W. HOUSTON
Affiliation:DUPLIN SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Phone No. 910-296-2120
Address (Agency): PO BOX 219
KENANSVILLE NC 28349
Signature: Date: I
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July 1, 2007
Benjamin L Grady
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
PO Box 428
Faison, NC 28341-0428
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Enviranment and Natural Resources
Coleco H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
RECEIVED
,SUN 2 6 Z007
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No- AWS310051
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
Animal Waste Management System
Duplin County
Dear Benjamin L Grady:
In accordance with your application received on 4-Jan-07, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Benjamin L Grady, authorizing the operation of the subject
animal waste management system in accordance with General Permit AWG100000.
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 B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract, located in Duplin County, with an animal
capacity of no greater than the following swine annual averages:
Wean to Finish: 0 Feeder to Finish: 5760 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 M.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 pav
careful attention to the record keeping and monitoring conditions in this permit.
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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 faciliiyl
Per 15A NCAC 02T .0111(c) a compliance boundary is provided for thefacility 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)
Duplin County Health Department
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Wilmington Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
AFO Unit Central Files
Permit File AWS310051

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Producer:
Location:
Telephone:
Type Operation:
Number of Animals:
(Design Capacity)
STORAGE STRUCTURE:
APPLICATION METHOD:
ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
B. L. GRADY
PO BOX 428
FAISON NC
910-267--4481
28341
Existing Feeder to Finish
5760.00 hogs
Anaerobic Waste Treatment Lagoon
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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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.)
5760 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 10944 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
5760 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 13248 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.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT
IFIELD
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
1675
A
AUB
BP
4.1
205
5.54
1135.7
I
+APR-
SEP
1675
{--A
1
I
IZG
11
150 1
15.54
1277
APR
1675
AUB
BP
4.1
205
4.65
113
I
1953.25
+APR-
C;E P
;75
SG
1
I-B
I
I
150 1
14.65
1232.5
+SEP-
APR
1675
FP
3.4
9.14
IC
JRAA
I
1170 1
11553.8
+SEP-
APR
1675
AUB
BP
4.1
205
ID
I
1
19.1
11865.5
+APR-
SEP
1675
SG
1
J-D
I
I
150
19..l
1455
+SEP-
APR
1675
E
AUB
BP
4.1
205
I
1
13.07
1629.35
+APR-
SEP
1675
-E
SG
1
I
150
13.07
1153.5
+SEP-
APR
95
IF
IFOA
BP
4.5
I
1225 1
111.9712693.25
+APR-
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195
150
1 13-1.971598.5
�--F I
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+SEPAPR
195
BP 4.5
113 IFOA
1225
1
j 116.391-3687.75
+APR-
SEP
195
SG 1
J-G I
150
I
1 116.391819.5
+SEP-
APR
END
I
TOTAL115054.6
- Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e.
interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
appilcation may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
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
TOTAL10
Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or
winter annuals follow summer annuals.
Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
application may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc, interseeded
in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through grazing,
hay and/or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed
when they reach a height of six to nine inches. Cattle
should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four
inches. In fields where small grain, etc, is to be removed
for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small
grain to reach maturity, especially late in the season (i.e.
April or May). Shading may result if small grain gets too
high and this will definitely interfere with stand of
bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced
yields and less nitrogen being utilized. Rather than
cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as
is the normal situation, you are encouraged to cut the small
grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or
silage two to three times during the season, depending on
time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc, is late
September or early October. Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a
height of about two inches before drilling for best results.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
** 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
BP
FP
SG
HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS--PASTURE
TALL FESCUE --PASTURE
SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
WETTABLE
_ACRES
59.86
LBS AW N USED
15054.6
0
0
59.86
15054.6
* BALANCE
-1806.6
UNITS
PER UNIT
TONS
50
TONS
50
AC
50
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
*** 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 2131.2 pounds of plant available nitrogen per year in the
sludge.
If you remove the sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately 10656
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 35.52 acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at
the rate of 125 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you will need 85.248 acres
of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and
land needed. Actual requirements could vary by 2501 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

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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
I
(Application
RatelApplic. Amount
Tract
I Field l
Soil Type
l Crop
l (in/hr)
I (inches)
1675
I I
l A l
AUB
I
l BP
I
l .5
1
I *1
1675
I I
l B l
AUB
I
I BP
I
l .5
I
I *1
1675
I I
I C I
RAA
I
I FP
I
I .40
I
l *1.0
1675
i D I
AUB
l BP
I .5
l *�
1675 I
E I
AUB
I BP
I
I .5
I
I *1
i
1675 l
f
-A I
I
I SG
I
I .5
I
I *1
1675 I
1
-B i
1
1 SG
I
l .5
1
l *1
1675 I
I
-D l
I
I
I SG
I
I .5
i
I *1
1675 I
I
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I
I SG
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I .5
I
l *1
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1
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FOA
I
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1 1
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1 BP
I G I FOA
195
195
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I I
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195
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I
*1.0
*i
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* 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
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 months. 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 i 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
THIS WUP IS WRITTEN BASED ON AN IRRIGATION DESIGNMETTED ACRES FOOTPRINT
COMPLETED BY MR HALL(SEE ATTACHED)

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.
Page: 10

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.
Page: 11

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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 (S) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North
Carolina regulations.
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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm : B &M FARM ## 1
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 Water Quality (NCDWQ) before the new
animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no
discharge of animal waste from this system to surface waters of the
state from a storm event lass 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 NCDWQ upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: L. GRADY
(Please prim.)
Signature:: Date: Q
Name of Manager(If different from owner) :
Signature:
Date:
Name of Person Preparing Plan: (Please print)BILLY W. HOUSTON
Affiliation:DUPLIN SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Phone No. 910-296-2120
Address (Agency): PO BOX 219
KENANSVILLE NC 28349
Signature: Date:
Page: 13

March 1, 2006
Benjamin L. Grady
B & M Farm #2 — Edwards Tract
P.O. Box 428 -
Faison, North Carolina 28341-0428
Michael F. Easley, G6vemor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
MAR 0 3 2M
Subject: Sludge Survey Testing Dates
Certificate of Coverage No. NCA231051
B & M Farm #2 — Edwards Tract
Animal Waste Management System
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Grady:
The Division of Water Quality (Division) received your sludge survey information on February 17,
2006. With your results, you requested that a sludge survey for the lagoons at the B & M Farm #2 —
Edwards Tract facility not be required until 2008. Due to the amounts of treatment volume available,
the Division agrees that a sludge survey is not needed until 2007. The results of the 2007 sludge survey
are to be submitted by March 1, 2008. Thank you for your attention to this matter. If you have any
questions, please call me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Todd A. Bennett
Environmental Engineer
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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 NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per 15A NCAC 2H .0225(c) a compliance boundary is provided for the facility and no new water supply
wells shall be constructed within the compliance boundary. Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation
shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon or any wetted area of a spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COG or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C, the Clean Water Act and 40 CFR 122.41 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 NPDES 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
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,
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit NCA200000, Record Keeping and Reporting Package)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Duplin County Health Department
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File NCA231051
Permit File AWS310051
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FW A rEMichael F_ Easley, Governor
OWilliam G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Y North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
jr— Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
_H Division of Water Quality
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April 9, 2003
Benjamin L. Grady
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
PO Box 428
Faison NC 28341
Subject. Certificate of Coverage No. NCA231051
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Duplin County
Dear Benjamin L. Grady:
On March 14, 2003, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (Division) issued an NPDES General
_._-Permit_for swine facilities. The General Permit was issued to enable swine facilities in North Carolina -to
obtain coverage under a single permit that addresses both State and Federal requirements.
In accordance with your application received on January 14, 2003, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Benjamin L. Grady, authorizing the operation of the subject
animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with NPDES
General Permit NCA200000. The issuance of this COC supercedes and terminates your COC Number
AWS310051 to operate under State Non -Discharge Permit AWG100000.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract, located in DuplinCounty, with an animal
capacity of no greater than an annual average of 5760 Feeder to Finish swine and the application to land
as specified in the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). 1f 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 July 1, 2007. 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 General Permit. Since this is a new joint State and
Federal general permit it contains many new requirements in addition to most of the conditions contained
in the current State general permit. Enclosed for your convenience is a package containing the new and
revised forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please pay_ careful attention to the record keeping
and monitoring conditions in this permit. The Devices to Automatically Stop Irrigation Events Form
must be returned to the Division of Water Quality no later than 120 days following receipt_ of the
Certificate of Coverage. The Animal Facility Annual Certification Form must be completed and returned
to the Division of Water Quality by no later than March 1st of each -year.
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ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Producer: B. L. GRADY
Location: PO BOX 428 0
FAISON NC 28341 a
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Telephone: [phone] r
Type Operation: Existing Feeder to Finish Swine
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Number of Animals: 5760.00 hogs
(Design Capacity)
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STORAGE STRUCTURE: Anaerobic Waste Treatment Lagoon
APPLICATION METHOD: . Irrigation
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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. Sail 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_

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.)
5760 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 10944 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
5760 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 13248 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.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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
4.1
N
TIME
1675
A
AUB
BP
205
5.54
1135.7
I
+APR-
yymf!�
1675
APR
1675
�FP
)75
APR
1675
APR
1675
SEP
1675
APR
1675
SEP
1675
APR
95
--A
1,91
m
in
M� s
-E
F I FOA
SG 11 150
BP 4.1 1205
I
SG_
I �1
150
FP
3.4
I
1170
BP
4.1
I
1205
SG
1
I
150
BP
4.1
I
1205
SG
1
I
150
BP
4.5
1225
I
5.54 1277
+SEP-
4 . 65 1 953 '.'25
+APR-
4.65 1232.5
+SEP-
9.14 11553. E
+SEP-.
9.1 11865.5
+APR-
9.1 1455
+SEP-
3.07 1629.35
+APR-
3.07 1153.5
+SEP-
11.97 2693.25
+APR-

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195
SG 150
I-F
I
I 11 I
111.971598.5
APR
195
BP 4.5
IG IFOA
1225 1
I 1
116.3913687.75
+APR-
SEP
195
SG 1 50
16.39 819.5
J-G I
I
+SEP-
APR
I
TOTAL115054 6
- Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e.
interplanted) or winter annuals follow summer annuals.
+ - Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
appil'cation may begin up to thirty(30)..days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
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.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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
TOTALI0
Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or
winter annuals follow summer annuals.
Dates shown reflect optimum uptake periods for nutrients. Waste
application may begin up to thirty(30) days prior to planting or
green -up of forages, and extend.past optimum dates shown if
plant growth, pumping conditions, and PAN loading rates permit.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc, interseeded
in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through grazing,
hay and/or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed
when they reach a height of'- six to nine inches. Cattle
should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four
inches. In fields where small grain, etc, is to be removed
for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small
grain to reach maturity, especially late in the season (i.e.
April or May). Shading may result if small grain gets too
high and this will definitely interfere with stand of
bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced
yields and less nitrogen being utilized. Rather than
cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as
is the normal situation, you are encouraged to cut the small
grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or
silage two to three times during the season, depending on
time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal 'time to interplant small grain, etc, is late
September or early October. Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a
height of about two inches before drilling for best results.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
** 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
BP
HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE
TONS
50
FP
TALL FESCUE -PASTURE
TONS
50
SG
SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED
AC
50
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
**
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
WETTABLE
_ACRES
59.86
LBS AW N USED
15054.6.
0
0
59.86
15054.6
* BALANCE
-1806.6
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
*** 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 2131.2 pounds of plant available nitrogen per year in the
sludge.
If you remove the sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately 10656
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 35.52 acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at
the rate of 125 pounds of nitrogen per acre, you will need 85.248 acres
of land. Please be aware that these are only estimates of the PAN and
land needed. Actual requirements could vary by 2501' 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

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.
Tract
I
I Field I
Soil Type
1675
1
I A I
AUB
16.7 5
I 1
I . B I
AUB
1675
1
I C I
RAA
1675
I
I D I
AUB
1675
I E 1
AUB
1675
I I
I --A 1
1675
I -B
1675
I I_
I -D I
1675
I !
I --E I
�95
1 I
1 F I
FOA
I
(Application
RatelApplic_ Amount
I Crop
I
I (in/hr)
I
I (inches)
I
I BP
1 .5
I *1
BP
I .5
I *1
I
FP
I
I .40
I
1 *1.0
I
BP
I
I .5
I
I *1
I
I BP
I
I .5
I
I *1
I
I SG
I
I .5
!
1 *1
I-
SG
I
I .5
I *1
Sc
I
I ..5
I
I *1
I SG
I .5
I *1
1
I BP
I .50
I *1.0

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
195. i G FOA I BP I 50 i *1.0
195 I --F I I SG I .5 * 1
f I I i
195 --G I I SG I .5 I * 1
i I 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
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 months. 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
THIS WUP IS WRITTEN BASED ON AN IRRIGATION DESIGN/WETTED ACRES FOOTPRINT
COMPLETED BY MR HALL(SEE ATTACHED)

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.
Paqe: 10

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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.
Page: 11

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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 50 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.
Page: 12

ANIMAL WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm:B&M FARM #1
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 Water Quality (NCDWQ) before the new
animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no
discharge of animal- waste from. -this -system to surface waters of the
state from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour
storm The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm office
and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District
and will be available for review'by NCDWQ upon request_
Name of Facility Owner: L. GRADY
(Please print}
Signature: Date: —
Name of Manager (If different from owner) :
Signature:
Date:
Name of Person Preparing Plan: (Please print)BILLY W. HOUSTON
Affiliation:DUPLIN SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT
Phone No. 910-296-2120
Address (Agency): PO BOX 219
KENANSVILLE NC 28349
Signature: IAI Date: � �, .T PeiDa
n-.--. 17

State of North Carolina
Department of Environs
and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Benjamin L. Grady
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
PO Box 428
Faison NC 28341
Dear Benjamin L. Grady:
I SEP 11 CUU" ,r
-gam NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
September 1, 2000
Subject: Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
Facility Number 31-51
Duplin County
A letter dated January 15, 1999 was sent to advise you about concerns associated with Certified Animal
Waste Management Plans and the method by which the irrigated acres within the plans were calculated. Only
the acres that are wetted can be credited in the waste management plan as receiving waste application. Any
acreage within the plan that can not be reached by waste application equipment can not be used as part of your
Plan.
An evaluation by Dean Hunkele on 314199 was made to review the actual number of acres at your facility
that receive animal waste during land application. The evaluation of your facility has yielded one of the
following two results as indicated by the box marked with an "X".
Category 1:
The evaluation of your facility could not be completed due to a lack of information. Please
contact your Technical Specialist to assist in providing Dean Hunkele the necessary
information to potentially exempt your facility from undergoing a complete wettable acre
determination. Please submit this information to Dean Hunkele, at 127 Cardinal Drive
Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405-3845, within in 90 days of the receipt of this letter. If you
have any questions please contact Dean Hunkele at [phone]. If within 90 days you
are unable to provide Dean Hunkele with the information you are automatically
required to complete a Wettable Acre Determination as described by Category 2
below, within 180 days of receipt of this letter.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina'27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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Category 2:
❑ Your facility has been identified by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
as a facility that may have overestimated the number of acres actually receiving animal
waste. Therefore, some or all of your fields may be exceeding the allowable loading rates
set in your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan.
In order to resolve this issue, please contact a designated Technical Specialist to have him
or her conduct a Wettable Acre Determination for your facility. The Technical Specialist must
be one that has been approved by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission to conduct
Wettable Acre Determinations. Many Technical Specialist with the N.C. Cooperative Extension
Service, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts, the Natural Resources Conservation
Service, and the Division of Soil and Water Conservation have received this special
designation. You may also contact a private Technical Specialist who has received this
designation, or a Professional Engineer.
All needed modifications to your Animal Waste Management System must be made and
the Wettable Acres Determination Certification must be returned to DWQ within the next
180 days. If the needed modifications are not made and if the form is not returned within the
required time, DWQ will be forced to take appropriate enforcement actions to bring this facility
into compliance. These actions .may include civil penalty assessments, permit revocation,
and/or injunctive relief.
Once a Wettable Acre Determination has been completed, a copy of the attached Wettable
Acre Determination Certification must be submitted to the address listed on the form. Please
note that both the owner and the Technical Specialist must sign the certification. A copy of.all
the Wettable Acre Determination documentation that applies to your Waste Utilization Plan
must be kept at your facility. DWQ and the Division of Soil & Water Conservation Staff will
review all documentation during their annual visit of your facility. An additional copy must by
kept on file at the local Soil & Water Conservation District Office. Please note that if you install
or modify your irrigation system, a designated Irrigation Specialist or a Professional Engineer
must also sign the Wettable Acre Determination Certification.
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 Sonya Avant of our
Central Office staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and -Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
BENIAMIN L. GRADY
PO Box 428
FAESON NC 28341
Dear Benjamin L. Grady:
EL
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
March 20, 2000
Subject: Notice of Violation and Revocation for Nonpayment
B & M Farms # 2 - Edwards Tract
Permit Number: AWS310051
Duplin County
In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.10G, all animal operations who receive an animal
waste management system permit will be charged in each year of the term an annual permit fee. Annual permit fees are
billed following the issuance of the permit and then annually thereafter on the anniversary of that date. Your animal waste
management system permit was issued on 12/2/97.
Your annual permit fee for the period of 1212/99 - 12/1/2000 is $150.00. Your payment was due 2/23/2000.
Because this fee was not fully paid within 30 days after being billed, this letter initiates action to revoke the subject permit,
pursuant to 15 NCAC 2H .0205 (c) (4). and G.S. 143-215.1 (b) (3).
Effective 60 days from receipt of this notice, the subject permit is hereby revoked unless the required Annual
Animal. Waste Management System Permit fee for your animal operation is received within that time. Operation of an
animal waste management system without a valid permit is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and is
subject to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day. Your payment should be sent to:
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Budget Office
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If you have any questions, please contact Fran McPherson at [phone] ext. 210.
, � �') z T�
incerely,
Kerr T. Stevens
cc: Non -Discharge Branch Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Health Department
Permit File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN_RECELPT REQUESTED
John Edwards
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive NC 28365
Dear John Edwards:
FZECEIVED
MAY 2 0 9999
BY:
May 18, 1999
1�•
NCDENR
NORTH CAROUNA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND WWURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Notice of Violation and Revocation for Nonpayment
John Edwards Farm
Permit Number: AWS310051-
Duplin County
In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.10G, all animal operations who receive an animal
waste management system permit will be charged in each year of the term an annual permit fee. Annual permit fees are
billed following the issuance of the permit and then annually thereafter on the anniversary of that date. Your animal waste
management system permit was issued on 12/2/97.
Your annual permit fee for the period of 12nB8 - 12/1/99 is $100.00. Your payment was due 4/17/99. Because
this fee was not fully paid within 30 days after being billed, this letter initiates action to revoke the subject permit, pursuant
to 15 NCAC 2H .0205 (c) (4). and G.S. 143-215.1 (b) (3).
Effective 60 days from receipt of this notice, the subject permit is hereby revoked unless the required Annual
Animal Waste Management System Permit fee for your animal operation is received within that time. Operation of an
animal waste management system without a valid permit is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and is
subject to the assessment of a civil penalty of up to $10,000 per day. Your payment should be sent to:
N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Budget Office
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
If you have any questions, please contact Fran McPherson at [phone] ext. 210.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens
cc: Non -Discharge Branch Compliance/Enforcement Unit
CWiGington.RegionaI-Offr_ce�`1
Duplin County Health Department
Permit File
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RECE, Ea NOV 1 N 1998
ROSERT T. RICE
JOHN P. EDWARDS, JR.
RICE & EDWARDS
ATroRr4EYs AT LAw
124 WEST JAMES STREET
POST OFFICE DRAWER 120
MOuNr Oum. NORTH CAitouNA 29365
November 17, 1998
Mr. Dean A. Hunkele
Environmental Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
127 North Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
RE: John Edwards Farm
Facility Number: 31-51
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Hunkele:
TELEPHONE: I9191 8 68SO4T
FACSIMILE: 19191 8684WS
On September 28, 1998, you had written concerning a Notice of
Deficiency at my hog facility. I apologize for not responding until this time. It
was my intention to respond promptly, but quite frankly, I forgot to do so and I
regret it.
At the present time, I have contracted to cut and bale the entire farm.
Immediately thereafter, I will apply lime to the entire farm where indicated at the
indicated rate based on recent soil samples. In the early spring, I will apply
preemergent weed control as necessary and 2,4-D as needed. It was my intention
to apply preemergent weed control last spring, but the rain made it virtually
impossible for me to get into my fields.
I recognize that I have had difficulty establishing a good Bermuda cover,
and I anxious to do so. As I have done previously, I am willing in the spring to
sprig where necessary. Within two weeks, the coastal Bermuda and fescue will
have been harvested and baled and the lime applied.
If any further information is needed, please advise.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Sincerely,
By: John P. Edwards, Jr.
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Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
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September 28, 1998
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John Edwards
John Edwards Farm
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive, NC 28365
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NORTH GAROUNA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NAruRAL REsouRCE5
Subject: SECOND NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
John Edwards Farm
Facility Number. 31-51
DupIin County
Dear Mr. Edwards:
On September 17, 1998, staff from the Wilmington Regional Office of the Division of
Water Quality inspected your animal operation and the lagoons serving this operation. Upon
reviewing your irrigation records it was determined that you had applied nitrogen (waste) in the
amount of 60.9 lbslac on your fescue field between 6129-7/13 of this year. The application
window specified in your Waste Utilization Plan (W.U.P.) Is September through May. Waste
must be applied according to the WUP at agronomic rates and times specified to insure that
nitrogen will be properly utilized by the cover crop. This amount of application must be
subtracted from the beginning PAN balance for the next growing season of this fescue field which
began this month. Such applications in the future could generate a Notice of Violation and carry
an enforcement action including a civil penalty.
In addition, coastal bermuda spray fields are in poor condition with many dead and/or
dying areas. It was indicated that some areas had been sprigged this year, but they are struggling
to establish themselves. Soil analysis indicates the need for lime which needs to be applied if
greater than 1.0 ton/ac is recommended to insure a healthy crop that can utilize waste that is
applied to it. Furthermore, coastal fields must be harvested more regularly to promote spreading
and curb growth of competitive species. Please contact the NCDA district office, county extension
office, or county soil & water office for their recommendations to improve these fields.
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John Edwards
September 28, 1998
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Please read the information sent with your general permit thoroughly as it contains
additional compliance requirements and important statements. As a reminder, DWQ at the
Wilmington Regional Office must be notified by you if the freeboard level rises above the required
19 or 25 inches (in the red zone) for facilities with a General Permit.
To remain a permitted facility, you must notify this office in writing within fourteen (14)
days of the receipt of this notice, what actions will be taken to comply with your waste management
plan. Failure to do so may result in the facility losing it's permitted status, requiring it to obtain
an individual non discharge permit.
Please be aware it is a violation of North Carolina General Statutes to discharge wastewater
to the surface waters of the State without a permit. The Department of Environment and Natural
Resources has the authority to levy a civil penalty of not more than $10,000 per day per violation.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call Dean Hunkele, David
Holsinger or Brian Wrenn at 910-395-3900_
Sincerely,
Dean A. Hunkele
Environmental Specialist
cc: Harold Jones, Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation
Sandra Weitzel, NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation
George Pettus, Goldsboro Hog Farms
Operations Branch
Wilmington Files
S. IWQSIANIMALSIDUPLIM31-51-2.DEF

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
John Edwards
John Edwards Farm
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive NC 28365
Dear John Edwards:
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December 2, 1997 RECEi'VED DEC
4 1991
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS310051
John Edwards Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment, Storage
and Application System
Duplin County
In accordance with your application received on September 15, 1997, we are forwarding this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) to Farm No. 31-51, authorizing the operation of an animal waste
collection. treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with the State's General Permit
(attached). This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including. but not limited to, the
management of animal waste from the John Edwards Farm, located in Duplin~County, with an animal
capacity of no greater than 5760 Feeder to Finish and the application to a minimum of 56.5 acres of land
as specified in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP).
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until December 31, 2001. 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.
1n accordance with General Statue 143-215.10C, Animal Waste Management Plans shall include
the following components:
- A checklist of odor sources and best management practices to minimize these sources.
- A checklist of insect sources and best management practices to minimize these sources.
- Provisions set forth for acceptable methods of disposing of mortalities.
- Provisions regarding emergency action plans.
Your existing Certified Animal Waste Management Plan must include the above elements, by
December 31, 1998. Documentation of the certification must be available to inspectors onsite. Submittal
of the amended certification statement shall be required upon renewal of your permit coverage in 2001.
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,
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Upon notification by the Division of this COC's expiration, you shall apply for its renewal. This
request shall be made within 30 days of notification by the Division.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be
submitted to the DWQ prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the
right to apply for an individual non -discharge permit by contacting the engineer listed below for
information on this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and
binding.
The subject farm is located in the 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 J R Joshi at [phone] ext. 363.
Sincerely,/,
L`
-I,t�A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Duplin County Health Department
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File
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State of North Carolina wilzo
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Re�tuEgsl E D
Division of Water Quality WATER QU&I—tYSIrCT'ON
Non -Discharge Permit Application Form / Survey 5EP 1 5 ' 1997
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
oft-I}iseharne ¢9riPi 1
General Permit - Liquid Animal Waste Ol%rations
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.
Application Date: September 12, 1997
RECEIVED DEC
0 5 1997
I. REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
Please indicate that you have included the following required items by signing your initials in the space provided nexi to each
item.
1. One completed and signed original and one copy of the application for General Permit - Animal
Waste Operations;
2. Two copies of a general location map indicating the location of the animal waste facilities and
field locations where animal waste is disposed;
3. Two copies of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If the facility does
not have a CAWMP, one must be completed prior to submittal of a general permit application
for animal waste operations.
II. GENERAL INFORMATION:
31 - 51
1. Farm's name: John Edwards Farm
2. Print Land Owner's name: John Edwards
3. Land Owners Mailing address: PO Drawer 432
City: Mt. Olive NC Zip: 28365
Telephone Number: 919-658- 903
A `licanntts Initials
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4. County where farm is located: Dublin
5. Farm 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): Located at the intersection of NCSR 1301 and NCSR 2.2
miles east of intersection of US 117 and NCSR 1301 at Bowdens NC.
6. Print Farm Manager's name (if different from Land Owner): Joe Pemberton
7. Lessee's / Integrators name (if applicable; please circle which type is listed): Goldsboro Hog Farms
FORM: AWO-G-E 2/26/97 Page I of 3

III. OPERATION INFORMATION:
1. Farm No_ 31-51
2. Operation Description: Swine aeration
Feeder to Finish
5760 - Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct? Zyes; F—I no. If no, correct below using the design capacity of the facility
Type of Swine No. of Animals Tyne of PoultU No. of Animals Tyne 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:
3. Acreage cleared and available for application: 60.00 , Required Acreage (as listed in the CAWMP): 56.5
2
4. Number of Lagoons: ; T�tal Capacity: !147 � � �� Cubic Feet (ft3)
Number of Storage Ponds: ; Total Capacity:
5. Is animal waste being applied on any field which has subsurface drains?
6. Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity of or under the lagoon?
IV. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
John Edwards
I,
Cubic Feet (ft3)
YES or NO (please circle one)
YES or NO (please circle one)
(Land Owner's name listed in question 1I.2), attest that
this application for John Edwards Farm (Farm name listed in question I1.1)
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 omincomplete.
, Signature 7&y!a FlplZ � _ _ Date September 12, 1997
V . MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land Owner)
1 Joe Pemberton owar s Tarm.
(Manager's name listed in question I1.6), attest that this
application for (Farm name listed in question ILI)
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 returne as inco�4pte
Sign
Date
l�/�}v�J`,�-{f{ September 12, 1997
ature
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
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FORM: AWO-G-E 2/26/97 Page 2 of 3

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AM MAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN CERTIFICATION FOR EXI BOA'S
Please return the completed form to the Division of Environmental Management at the
reverse side of this form.
Non-DischaMe perrnit�nq
Name of farm (Please print)
Mailing Address:
T
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ounry for rarm): 1yuyc.t r�
Farm location: Latitude and I.ongitu e: �5 f7Z Z ' 0�+# (required). Also, please
attach-
copy of a county road map with location identtiic
Type of operation (swine, layer, dairy, etc.) : SW,"C- FEEVER To ntJtSN)
Design capacity (number of animals) : D
..Average size of operation (12 month population avg.): 700
-Average acreage needed for land application of waste (acres)
Technical Specialist Certification
As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant
to 15A NCAC 6F .0005, I certify that the existing animal waste management system for the farm named
above has an animal waste management plan that meets the 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 have been
verified by me or other designated technical specialists and are included in the plan- as applicable: minimum
separations (buffers); 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.
When checked, see reverse side of form for conditions/exceptions.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation (Agency): WOsu%Nowm,mm?_. -
Address (Agency): F'•o- S c 1poo CA
Signature: -
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9.
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) 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) ]mow that any
expansion to the existing design -capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the Division of 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 directly through a man-made conveyance or through
runoff from a storm event less severe that 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.
Name of Land
Signature:
Name of plan
Signature:
Printtf!Lsv(
1. Dat 21 AAAg46
rom owAer (Please print):
Date:
Note: A change in land ownership requires notification or a new certification or the approved plan is changed) within 60 days of n title transfer.
DENT USE ONLY: ACE#

CONDITIONS AND/OR EXCEPTIONS TO CERTIFICATION
All statements chocked apply to this certification:
The installed irrigation system has not been evaluated concerning nozrle size, spray pattern, spacing, pump size, pipe size,
etc. It is the responsibility of the producer to operate the system with the proper components and to supply the required
maintenance to assure that no runoff occurs. The producer is encouraged to have an irrigation specialist, possibly the dealer
where the system was purchased, prepare an operation and maintenance plan for the irrigation system so that the producer
knows how to operate the equipment to meet the non -discharge requirements.
The waste management plan for this operation is based upon yields higher than what is now recommended by MRCS;
however, these yields are obtainable under high levels of management. This increase in projected yields is necessary since
the MRCS plan prepared for this operation at the time of construction was based upon these higher yields and the producer
followed NRCS guidelines when building this operation.
Because of limited acres for land application, and because the original NRCS waste utilization plan did not require
additional acres for buffers and irrigation inefficiency, it may be necessary for the producer to operate half sprinklers, on
,.,.,solid set systems, along field edges and ditches. Also for traveling irrigation systems, a pull directly adjacent to the ditch with..,
- only a 180 degree pumping radius may be needed to irrigate the entire field. Extreme caution should be exercised when
applying waste close to ditches and wetlands to avoid any discharge.
CERTIFICATION FOR EXISTING FEEDLOTS
INSTRUCTIONS FOR CERTIFICATION OF APPROVED ANIMAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR EXISTING ANIMAL
WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS SERVING FEEDLOTS
REQUIREMENTS/PURPOSE
In order to be deemed permitted by the Division of Environmental Management (DEM), the owner of any existing animal waste
management system constructed and operational before January 1, 1994 which is designed to serve greater than or equal to the animal
populations listed below is required to submit a signed certification form to DEM before January 1, 1998. Pasture operations are exempt
from the requirement to be certified,
100 head of cattle
75.horses
250 swine
1,000 sheep
30,000 birds with a liquid waste system
The certification must be signed by the owner of the feedlot (and manager if different from the owner) an4 by any technical specialist
designated by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 6F .0001=.0005.' The technical specialist must verify
that all applicable operation and maintenance standards and specifications can be met. Existing, systems are not required to meet design
and construction standards and specifications.
Although the actual number of animals on the facility may vary from time to time, the design capacity of the waste handling system should
be used to determine if a farm is subject to the certification requirement. For example, if the waste system, for a feedlot is designed to
handle 300 hogs but the average population will be 200 hogs, then the waste management system requires a certification.
This certification is required by regulations governing animal waste management systems adopted by the Environmental Matagement
Commission (EMC) on December 10, 1992 (Title 15A NCAC 2H .0217).
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CERTIFICATION FORM
` On the reverse side of this page is the certification form which must be submitted to DEM before January 1, 1998. Assistance in
completing they form can be obtained from one of the local agricultural agencies such as the Soil and Water Conservation District, the
USDA -Soil Conservation Service, or the N.C.. Cooperative Extension Service. The Completed form should be sent to:
y'f Depardneiit 1�f En ir'onrnent, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Env4Tonrtientnl Management
Water Quality Section, Planning Branch
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC i?7626-0535

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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Goldsboro Hog Farms, Inc.
Friday, August 02, 1995
Producer: John Edwards
Farm Name:
John Edwards
PO Drawer 432
Mt. OlmNC 20365
Telephone # :
[phone]
Type of Operation :
Feeder to FWsh 5whu
Number of Animals:
5760 hogs ded p capacity
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be
used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where
waste is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient.
Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly
encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be
grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an
environmentally safe manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be
grown and the nutrient contents of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop
can utilize. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching
potentials, cation exchange capacities, and avaialable water holding capacities. Normally
waste shall not be applied to land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With
special pre -cautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per acre per
year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is frozen.
Either of these conditions may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under
DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind
odor problems. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crop production and to reduce the
potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare
ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or disking will conserve
nutrients and reduce odor problems. This plan is based on waste application through
irrigation for this is the manner in which you have chosen to apply your waste. If you choose
to inject the waste in the future, you need to revise this plan. Nutrient levels for injecting
waste and irrigating waste are not the same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content
for this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report
from your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for ananlysis. This waste
utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
21-1.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
Page 1 of 7

AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
6760 hogs X 1.9 tons wastelhogslyear =10944 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
6760 hogs X 2.3 Ibs PANlhogslyear =13246 PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have
appropriate equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown,
soil type and suface application.
TABLE 1 : ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT FIELD SOIL TYPE &CLASS- CROP YIELD LOS AW COMM ACRES LOS AW APPLIC.
DETERMINING PHASE CODE WACRE WACRE USED TIME
1675
1
RAINS
FH
4.5
225
0
11.7
2632.5
SEP-MAY
1675
2
ALFTRYVILLE ALL
BH
5.5
275
0
6.6
1815
MAR-OCT
1675
3 -
AUTRYVILLE ALL
BH
5.5
275
0
. 8.5
2337.5
MAR-OCT
1675
4
AUTRYVILLE ALL
BH
5.5
275
0
7A
1952.5
MAR-OCT
1675
5
AUTRYVILLE ALL
BH
5.5
275
0
5.6
1540
MAR-OCT
1675
B
AUTRYVILLE ALL
BH 1
5.5
2751,
01
14
3850
MAR-OCT
1675
7
IRAINS
I FH
1 4.51
225
0
3
8751
SEP-MAY
TOTALS. 14802.5
Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow
summer annuals.
* Indicates a Crop Rotation
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirments. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some eastern counties of NC to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all
nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
Page 2 of 7

RECEIVED
WATER QL ALITY SECTION
TABLE 2 : ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE SEP 1 5 •1997
(Agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached.) O�seh2me l�rinil�'1
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land. See required speciiication4"'
TRACT FIELD SOIL TYPE &CLASS- CROP YIELD LBS AW COMM ACRES LBS AW APPLIC,
DETERMINING PHASE CODE MACRE NACRE USED TIME
There are no Acres Leased
Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow
summer annuals.
* Indicates a Crop Rotation
* Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in field due to overseeding.-
**Lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen less any commercial
nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in TABLES 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE CROP UNITS LBS NMNIT
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TABLE 1 1 56.51 14,803 M0n-Dischan7e
TOTALS: 66.6 14,803
AMOUNT OF N PRODUCED: 13,248
*"BALANCE 4,555
This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to fully utilize the animal
waste N produced.
Acres show in each of the preceeding tables are considered to be the usable acres
excluding required buffers, filter strips along ditches, odd areas unable to be irrigated, and
perimeter areas not receiving full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres shown in the
tables.
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of
sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nurturient rich and will require precautionary
measures to prevent over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production facility
will produce approximately 2131.2 pounds of plant available nitrogen (PAN) per year in the
sludge that will need to be removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when
broadcasting the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well special
equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See the attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of
irrigation such that runoff or ponding occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture
content, soil structure, soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the time of
irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen needs of the
crop.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of once every 5.92 months. In no instance should the volume
of :waste being stored in your structure be within 1.75 feet of the top of the dike.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsiblity of the
producer and irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly
irrigate the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
amounts of Nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
Call you 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
Operator would like the option of being able to overseed the bermudagrass with rye during
fall and winter for waste application, but does not want to be required to by the plan.
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RECEIVED
WATER QUALITY SECTION
SEP 151997
Non-Disrh?rrn 13 r,"i tinn
PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are
subject to assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division of
Environmentaal Management for every day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land to properly dispose of waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS with a
copy of a written agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing
him/her the use of the land for waste application for the life expectancy of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to secure an update of the Waste
Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the Nitrogen needs for realistic
crop yields based on soil type, available. moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for
other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management'System (RMS)
or an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). if an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no
greater than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where runoff
leaves the field. These filter strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by DEM. (See
FOTG Stantard 393 - Filter Strips and Standard 390 Interim Riparian Forest Buffers).
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when the wind is blowing.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil
incorporated on conventionally titled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or
grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a
season prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in the NRCS
Technical Reference - Environment file for guidance.)
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that
runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control conditions
conducive to odor or flies and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that no more
than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf area is covered.
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
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not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a crop on bare soil.
11. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to surface water. This distance
may be reduced for waters that are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips
are present. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal Waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those
owned by the landownwer.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public right - of ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste should not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge into water
.courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the application causes no runoff or
drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc.,
shall not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
17. Lagoons and other uncovered waste containment structures must maintain a maximum
operating level to provide adequate storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in addition to
one (1) foot mandatory freeboard.
18. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation.
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon
berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage or
discharge.
19. 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.
20. 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.
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NAME OF FARM: John Edwards
OWNER / MANAGER AGREEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance precedures estalished in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named'above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and/or storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
utilization plan and a new certification to be submitted to DEM before the new animals are
stocked.
I (we) understand that I must own or have acces to equipment, primarily irrigation
equipment, to land apply the animal waste described in this waste utilization plan. This
equipment must be available at the appropriate pumping time such that no discharge
occurs from the lagoon in a 25-year 1-day storm event. I also certify that the waste will be
applied on the land according to this plan at the appropriate times and at rates that no
runoff occurs.
NAME OF FACILITY OWNER: John Edwards
SIGNATURE: DATE:
NAME OF MANAGER (if different from owner):
please print
SIGNATURE: DATE:
NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: George H. Pettus
AFFILIATION: Goldsboro Hog Farms, Inc.
ADDRESS (AGENCY): PO Box 10009
Goldsboro, NC 27532
(919} 778�13Q
SIGNATURE: DATE: b2 AU& 'I6
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James B. Hunt, Jr. Division of Water Quality Wayne McDevitt
Governor Secretary
October 3, 1997
John Edwards
John Edwards Farm
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive, NC 28365
Subject: NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
John Edwards Farm
Facility Number: 31-51
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Edwards:
On September 29, 1997, Staff from the Wilmington Regional Office of the Division of Water Quality
inspected your animal operation and the lagoon(s) serving this operation. It was observed that the coastal
bermuda crop has been overgrown with weeds which makes keeping an accurate nitrogen balance difficult.
USDA MRCS guidelines require waste to be applied to the crops designated in the waste utilization
plan. These crops should have an established nitrogen fertilization rate based on the Realistic Yield
Expectation (R.Y.E) for the particular soil type. The coastal bermuda crop should be cleared of weeds and
reestablished. In addition, as was discussed at the time of the inspection, erosion areas on the walls of
lagoon #1 should be filled with a suitable clay material and reseeded with an appropriate vegetative cover.
A berm should be built around the header on lagoon #1, and bare areas on both lagoons should be reseeded
with an appropriate vegetative cover. We suggest that you contact your service company, local NRCS or
Soil and Water District office for any assistance they may be able to provide to correct the situation.
To remain a deemed permitted facility, you must notify this office m writing within fourteen (14) days
of the receipt of this notice, what actions will be taken to comply with your waste management plan. Failure
to do so may result in the facility losing it's deemed permitted status, requiring it to obtain an individual non
discharge permit.
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Please be aware it is a violation of North Carolina General Statutes to discharge wastewater to the
surface waters of the State without a permit. The Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
has the authority to levy a civil penalty of not more than $10,000 per day per violation.
When the required corrective actions are complete, please notify this office in writing at the address
below. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call David Holsinger, Andy Henninger or
Brian Wrenn at 910-395-3900.
Sincerely,
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Brian L. Wrenn
Environmental Specialist
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Sandra Weitzel, NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation
George Pettus, Goldsboro Hog Farms
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ROBERT T. RICE NE: 1819) 668.6047
JOHN P. EDWARDS, JR. FACSIMILE: 4919! BSB-6606
October 23, 1997
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Mr. Brian L. Wrenn
Environmental Specialist
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405-3845
RE: John Edwards Farm
Facility Number: 31-51
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Wrenn:
Addressing the deficiencies noted, please be advised that a pre -emergent herbicide
will be applied to all spray fields at the appropriate time next spring for the purpose of
eliminating weeds.
With respect erosions on the walls of lagoon no. 1, be advised that the walls have
been filled with a clay material and all bare areas on both lagoons have been reseeded
with a combination of rye grass and fescue grass, and appropriately covered with wheat
straw.
A berm has been completed around the header on lagoon no. 1. This fall, I
intend to establish oats on several areas of the fields of coastal bermuda. I will contact
your office when this is accomplished.
In the spring, I intend to reseed, where appropriate, in the coastal bermuda fields.
Please advise if any additional information is required.
Sincerely,
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
John Edwards
John Edwards Farm
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive NC 28365
Dear John Edwards:
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Subject: Farm No. 31-51
Additional Information Request
John Edwards Farm
Animal Waste Operation
Duplin County
The Non -Discharge Unit has completed a preliminary engineering review of the subject
application. Additional information is required before we can continue our review. The lagoon capacity
specified in your permit application is missing. Please provide us with the lagoon design volume (in
cu. ft) as part of required item in Section 1(3) of the General Permit Application Form.
Please reference the subject farm number when providing the requested information. All
information should be signed and submitted to my attention by October 17,1997 at the address below.
Please note that failure to provide this additional information on or before the above requested date can
result in your application being returned as incomplete.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at [phone], extension 363.
Sincerely,
J.R. Joshi
Soil Scientist
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
cc: Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality
Permit File
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
August 14, 1997
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
John Edwards
John Edwards Farm
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive NC 28365
Farm Number: 31-51
Dear John Edwards:
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You are hereby notified that John Edwards Farm, in accordance with G.S. 143-215,1OC, must
apply for coverage under an Animal Waste Operation General Permit. Upon receipt of this letter, your
farm has thirty (M days to submit the attached application and all supporting documentation. In
accordance with Chapter 626 of 1995 Session Laws (Regular Session 1996), Section
19(c)(2), any owner or operator who fails to submit an application by the date specified
by the Department SHALL NOT OPERATE the animal waste system after the specified
date. Your application must be returned within thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter. Failure to submit
the application as required may also subject your facility to a civil penalty and other enforcement actions
for each day the facility is operated following the due date of the application.
The attached application has been partially completed using information listed in your Animal
Waste Management Plan Certification Form. If any of the general or operation information listed is
incorrect please make corrections as noted on the application before returning the application package. The
signed original application, one copy of the signed application, two copies of a general location map, and
two copies of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan must be returned to complete the application
package. The completed package should be sent to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Permits and Engineering Unit
Post Office Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
If you have any question concerning this letter, please call J R Joshi -at (90) 733-5083 extension
363 or Dave Holsinger with the Wilmington Regional Office at [phone].
Sincerely,
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A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
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JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number 3 ( - �! Operation is*flagged for a wettable
Farm Name: acre determination due to failure of
On -Site Representative: Part 11 eligibility item(s) F1 F2 F3 F,
Inspector/Reviewer's Name:_��
Date of site visit: l�
Date of most recent VVUP:/)�qlzzp
Operation not required to secure WA
determination at this time based on
exemption E1 E2 E3 E4
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Irrigation System.(s) - circle hard -hose traveler, 2. center -pivot system; 3. linear -move system;
4. stationary sprinkler system w/permanent pipe; 5. stationary sprinkler system w/portable pipe;
6, stationary gun system w/permanent pipe; 7. stationary gun system w/portable pipe
PART 1. WA Determination Exemptions (Eligibility failure, Part Hi overrides Part I exemption.)
El Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an I or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and P20. 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 versed in Part III. (NOTE: 75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part If. Complete eligibility
checklist, Part 11- F1 F2 F3, before' completing computational table in Part 111).
PART H. 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 farms last two years of irrigation records.
F2 Unclear, illegible, or lack of information/map.
F3 Obvious veld 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 tavelers 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 Ill.

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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. pack -up fields must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
by irrigation system.

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr. Division of Environmental Management Jonathan B. Howes
Governor Water Quality Section Secretary
August 11, 1995
Certified Mail # Z 405 5 272
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
John Edwards
P.O. Drawer 432
Mount Olive, North Carolina 28365
Subject: John Edwards Farm
Facility Number 31-51
. Duplin County
Dear Mr. Edwards:
On August 8, 1995 staff from the Wilmington Regional Office of the Division of Environmental
Management inspected your animal operation and the lagoon serving this operation. It was observed that
the lagoon had less than 12 inches of freeboard. The irrigation pump had a leaking connection on the
discharge line.
The following corrective actions should be taken: NRCS guidelines for Best Management Practices
require that animal operations maintain at least one foot of freeboard plus additional storage to contain the
rainfall from a 25 year 24 hour storm event. This totals approximately 19" of required lagoon freeboard.
Your lagoon should be pumped down and spray irrigated on a suitable cover crop to maintain at least 19"
of freeboard. The leaking connection on the discharge side of the irrigation pump should be repaired.
To remain a deemed permitted facility, all corrective actions must be made within seven (7) days.
Failure to do so may result. in the facility losing its deemed permitted status, requiring a certified waste
management plan and certification form for the facility to be submitted prior to the December 31, 1997
deadline, and being required to obtain an individual non discharge permit for the facility.
Please be aware it is a violation of North Carolina General Statutes to discharge wastewater to the
surface waters of the State without a permit. The Division of Environmental Management has the authority
40 to levy a civil penalty of not more than $10,000 per day per violation.
127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, N.C. 28405-3845 • Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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John Edwards
August 11, 1995
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When the required corrective actions -are -complete, please notify this office in writing at the address
below. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please call Jim Gregson or Dave Adkins at (910)
395-3900.
Sincerely,
G so
Environmen Specialist I
cc: Dave Adkins Regional Water Quality Supervisor
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Duplin County Health Department
Tom Jones - NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation
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ROBERT T. RICE
JOHN P. EDWARDS, JR.
Mr. Jim Gregson
Environmental Specialist I
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405-3845
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RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
August 16, 1995
RE: John Edwards Farm —Facility Number 31-51
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Gregson:
Thank you for your letter dated August 11, 1995. Please be advised that at the
present time, neither lagoon on the above referenced farm has less than 24 inches of
freeboard. The lagoons have been pumped since your visit, and in fact, were pumped
the day after your visit.
With respect to the leaking irrigation pump, I have contacted Doug Kornegay, a
licensed plumber, who has agreed to immediately inspect the pump and correct the
problem. Mr. Kornegay's telephone number in Mount Olive is 919-658-8600.
Please advise if any additional information is requested.
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REGISTR.?TION FORM FOR ANIMAL FEEDLOT OPERATIONS
Cecarzment of Environment, Health and Natural Resourgv*
Division of Environmental Management ;'?
Water Quality Section pj'rr; cam,;
I ` the animal waste management system for your feedlot operate. is
yes: fined to ser-;e more than or equal to 100 head of cattle.-
�-iorses, 250 swine, 1,000 sheep, or 30,000 birds that are served by
iguid waste system, then this form must be filled out and mailed
:y December 31, 1993 pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 (c) in order to be
dee:ied permitted by DEM. Please print clearly.
Farm Name: John Edwards
Mailinc Address:
awer 432, Mount olive, NC 28365
ZIP °� f6 47 ) 658-5903 (h)
County:- Phone No.
John P. Edwards, Jr. and,wife, Leigh M. Edwards
Owner (s) Name.
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Manaaer(s) Name: em
Lessee Name: one
Farm Location (Be as specific as possible: road names, direction,
etc.) :
°af_� at the intersection o
h4t61j,Dup in oun y, pproxima.tely
2 2 miles east of the intersec ion of US tt7 aTi � at Bow ens,
Latitude/Longitude if known:— 95,9F I5-444- It-D7
Design capacity of animal waste management system (Number and type
of coif i ned animal (s) } : 5760 Fttjm*Wm s
Average animal population on the farm (Number and type of animals)
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Year Production Began: tflg3' ASCS Tract No.: Ttb?S
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources 4.9
Division of Environmental Mcncgement
James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
February 17, 1994
John Edwards
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive NC 28365
Dear Mr. Edwards:
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,
Steve Tedder, Chief _
enc: Water Quality Section
P.O.-Box 29535, Rdeigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 'telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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FEGISTR4- TION FORM BUR ANIMAL FEEDLQT OPERATIONS
:-partment of Environment, Health and Natural Resources • �
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
_ = r _ie anima' waste management system for your feedlot ope I��
:e'3; -ned to ser-re more than or equal to 100 head of c:
ncrsas, 250 swine, 1,000 sheep, or 30,000 birds that are 15 �
_:-u_d waste system, then this form must be filled out a
-v December 31, 1993 pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 (c) in or
;eemea.. permitted by DEM. Please print clearly.
Farm Name: John Edwards
mai'_inc Address:
432, Mount olive, NC 28365
err -- ZIP ) 658-5903 (h)
County: �g= - -. phone No.
ODD-
Owner(s) Name. John P. Edwards, Jr. and wife, Leigh M. Edwards
Manager(s) Name:
Lessee Name: one
arm Location (Be as specific as possible: road names, direction,
m4 i ��► etc.) :
_ at the intersect ono up n County, proximately
2.2 miles east o t ei nterseccEion�Z � at Bovaens,
Latitude/Longitude if known: 4W 15-1"-I1-07
Design cacaciry of animal waste management system (Number and type
of confined animal (s)) : 371a Allm*hw&
Average animal population on the farm (Number and type of animal (s)
raised) : y160 RIIIIQ 006
Y'ear Production Began: 1—� ASCS Tract No.: T167f
Type of Waste Management System Used:
Acres Availabie for Land Appli tion of Waste: 6o At-e�
Owner(s) Signature (s) .�
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-St ate of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., RE., Director
February 17, 1994
John Edwards
PO Drawer 432
Mt. Olive NC 28365
Dear Mr. Edwards:
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].
enc:
Sincerely,
,/,t - Steve Tedder, Chief
Water Quality Section
P.O. Box 29535, Rdeigh. North Ccro Eno 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone],496
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