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Appendix 1. Lagoon Sludge Survey Form Revised Augus 2008
A. Farm Permitor DWQ Identification Number. — ECo Systems (31-196)
B. Lagoon Identification: 1
C. Person(s) taking Measurements: — Jonathan Miller
D. Date of Measurements: 12/26/2017
E. Methods/Devices Used for Measurement of:
a. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the top of the sludge layer: Sonar Boat
b. Distance form the lagoon liquid surface to the bottom soil of lagoon: — Range Pole
c. Thickness of the sludge layer if making a direct measurement with "core sampler,: n/a
F. Lagoon Surface Area (using dimensions at inside to of bank): �11 5.57
(Draw a sketch of the lagoon on separate sheet, list dimensions and calculate surface area. The lagoon may have
been built different than designed, so measurements should be made.)
G. Estimate number of sampling points:
a. Less than 1.33 acre, use 8 points:
b. If more than 1.33 acre, surface area acres x 6 = sampling points, with a maxium of
24: > 33
(Using sketch and dimensions, develop a uniform grid that has the same number of intersection as the estimated
number of sampling points needed. Number the intersection points on the lagoon grid so that data recorded at each
can be easily matched.)
H. Conduct sludge survey and record data on "Sludge Survey Data Sheet' (Appendix 2). Also, at the location of the
pump intake, take measurement of distance from liquid surface to top of sludge layer and record it on the
Data Sheet (last row); this must be at least 2.5 ft. when irrigating.
I At time of sludge survey, also measure the distance from the Maximum Liquid Level to the Present
Liquid Level (measure at the lagoon gage pole): 1.40
Determine distance from top of bank to the Maximum Liquid Level
(use lagoon management plan or other lagoon records): 1.60
K. Determine distance from Maximum Liquid Level to Minimum Liquid Level
(use lagoon management plan or other lagoon records): 1.70
L. Calculate distance from present liquid surface level to Minimum Liquid Level
(Item K - Item 1, assuming present liquid level is below Max. Liq. Level): — 0.30
M. Record from sludge survey data sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level to the
lagoon bottom (average for all the measurement points): 7.50
N. Record from sludge survey data sheet the distance from the present liquid surface level to the top
of the sludge layer (average for all the measurement points): — 3.50
O. Record from sludge survey data sheet the average thickness of the Sludge Layer: — 4.00
P. Calculate the thickness of the existing Liquid Treatment Zone (Item N - Item L): — ( 3.20
Q. If Item O is greater than Item P, proceed to the Worksheet for Sludge Volume and Treatment Volume. If Item
O is equal to or less than Item P, you do not have to determine volumes.
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Appendix 2. Sludge Survey Data Sheet
Lagoon Identification:
Completed by: Ronnie G. Kennedy
Print Name
Revised August 2008
Date: 12/26/2017
(A)
Grid Paint
ivo.
(B)
Distance from liquid surface to
top of sludge
(C)
Distance from liquid surface to
lagoon bottom (soil)
(C)-(B)
Thickness of sludge layer
9 y
Feet (tenths)
Feet (tenths)
Feet (tenths)
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
22
23
24
# of points
with readings
2566
X
X
Average of
points
3.50
7.50
4.00
At pump
intake
3.00
X
X
'All Grid Points and corresponding sludge laver thickness must be show on a sketch attached to this Sludge Survey
Data Sheet.
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Appendix 3. Worksheet for sludge volume and treatment volume Revised August 2008
The average thickness of the sludge layer and the thickness of the existing liquid (sludge -free) treatment zone (are
determined from information on the Lagoon Sludge Survey Form (Item O and P, respectively). If the lagoon has a
designed sludge storage volume, see notes at end of the worksheet. The dimensions of the lagoon as
measured and the side slope are needed for calculations of sludge volume and of total treatment volume. If the
lagoon is a standard geometric shape, the sludge volume and treatment volume in the lagoon can be estimated by
using standard equations. For approximate volumes of rectangular lagoons with constant side slope, calculate
length and width at the midpoint of the layer, and multily by layer thickness to calculate layer volume. For irregular
shapes, convert the total surface area to a square or rectangular shape. For exact volumes for lagoons with
constant side slope, the "Prismoidal Equations" may be used.
Lagoon
1 Average Sludge Layer Thickness (T):
4.00 ft.
2 Depth of lagoon from top of bank to bottom soil surface (D) :
11.70 ft.
3 Slope = horizontal/vertical side slope (S) :
3.00
4 Length at top inside bank (L) :
655.00 ft.
5 Width at top inside bank (W):
370.50 ft.
6 Length at midpoint of sludge layer (Lm) = L - 2 S (D - (T/2)) :
596.80 ft.
7 Width at midpoint of sludge layer (Wm) = W - 2 S (D - (T/2)) :
312.30 ft.
8 Volume of sludge (Vs) = Lm Wm T:
745,522.56 W
9 Volume in gallons Vsg = V (7.5 gal./ft):
5,591,419.20 gal.
10 Thickness of existing liquid tmt. zone (Y)
3.20 ft.
11 Thickness of total treatment zone (Z) = T + Y
7.20 ft.
12 Length at midpoint of total tmt. zone Lz = L - 2(S)(D-(Z/2)
606.40 ft.
13 Width at midpoint of total tmt. Zone Wz = W - 2(S) (D -(Z/2)
321.90 ft.
14 Volume of total treatment zone (Vz) = Lz Wz Z
1,405,441.15 W
15 Ratio ( R) of sludge layer volume to total Treatment volume R = Vs/Vz
0.53
If the ratio exceeds 50%, than a sludge Plan of Action may be required. Check with DWQ for information on
filino the Plan of Action.
Note: If the lagoon has a designed sludge storage volume (DSSV), subtract that volume
from both the volume of
sludge (Vs) (Item 8) and from the volume of total treatment zone (Vz) (Item 14), and take
the ratio:
16 Design sludge storage volume (DSSV)
ft
17 Ratio (R) of sludge layer volume to treatment volume adjusted for (DSSV).
0.53
Lagoon Identification:
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Print Name
Date: 12/26/2017
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PLAN OF ACTION (POA) FOR LAGOON SLUDGE REDUCTION
Facility Number: Ecosystems 1 County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystems 1
Certified Operator Name: Operator #:
"Attach a copy of Lagoon Sludge Survey Form and volume worksheets
Note: A certified Sludge Management Plan may be submitted in lieu of this POA.
-Lagoon 1
Lagoon 2
Lagoon 3
Lagoon 4
Lagoon 5
Lagoon 6
1
a. Lagoon Name/ Identifier
3.86
b. Total Sludge Depth (ft)
c. Sludge Depth to be
.84
Removed for Compliance
ft
d. Sludge Volume to be
1,400,000
Removed (gallons)
e. Sludge PAN
10
(lbs/1000 gal)
f. Liquid PAN
1.8
(Ibs/1000 gal)
I
g. PAN of Sludge (Ibs)
11,200
(d x e)/1000
Compliance Timeframes:
If the sludge level is equal to or higher than the stop pump level of the lagoon or if the sludge level
results in an elevated waste analysis, a sludge management plan that meets the requirements of SB
Interagency Group Guidance Document 1.26 must be prepared by a technical specialist and submitted to
DWQ within 90 days. Work to reduce the sludge level must begin within another 180 days. Compliance
with NRCS Standard 359 must be achieved within two years of the original sludge survey.
If the sludge level is non -compliant but below the stop pump level of the lagoon, a POA must be filed
within 90 days and compliance with NRCS Standard 359 must be achieved within two years of the
original sludge survey indicating non-compliance elf future sludge surveys do not show improvement in
sludge levels, DWQ may require the owner to develop a sludge management plan that meets the
requirements of SB Interagency Group Guidance Document 1.26.
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NARRATIVE: Use this section to describe the method(s) that will be used to lower the sludge
depth. If microbe use is planned, specify the product to be used.
OPTIONS:
Solids Separation — Lagoon sludge will be separated and dewatered using dewatering bags.
These systems will be operated by a contractor offering this service. Solids will be distributed to
area farmers with records kept of material as picked up from the farm.
Land application — Additional land is available in the vicinity of the farm. Approximately 100
acres will be needed to apply the prescribed sludge amount to. If land application is used, land
will be identified and soil samples taken to write a sludge removal plan for the facility that,meets
NRCS requirements.
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and included within the attached
Plan of Action, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is accurate and
correct I further certify and acknowledge that compliance with regard to sludge accumulation
must be achieved within two years of the original sludge survey indicating non-compliance.
Sludge Survey Date:
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Facility Owne_r//Ma�nageer (-print)
Facility Owner/Manager (signature)
Compliance Due Date:
Phone: '11 G -19 6 / 3� (OC
Date: Z 12 (b 816
Return this form to:
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
NC Division of Water Quality
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
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Murphy -Brown, LLC
Sludge Survey Form
Appendix 1. Lagoon Sludge Survey Form
A. Farm or Permit Number:
B. Lagoon I.D. Number:
C. Person taking measurements:
D. Date of Measurements:
E. Methods/Devices used for measurement of:
Ecosystems
Mike Stocker
1
Kraig Westerbeek
2/21 /2016
a. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the top of the sludge layer: Disk
b. Distance from the lagoon liquid surface to the bottom of the lagoon: Grade Rod
c. Thickness of the sludge layer if making a direct measurement with "core sampler':NA
F. Lagoon Surface Area (using dimensions at inside top of bank): 4 acres
G. Estimate number of sampling points:
a. Less than 1.33 acres: Use 8 points
b. If more than 1.33 acres, 4 acres x 6 = 24 , with max. of 24.
H. Conduct sludge survey and record data on "Sludge Survey Data Sheet' (App. 2).
a. Start Pump Level:
b. Stop Pump Level:
c. Current Freeboard Level:
I. Distance from the max. liquid level to the the present liquid level:
J. Distance from the max. liquid level to the min. liquid level:
K. Distance from the present liquid level to the min. liquid level:
L. Distance from the present liquid level to the lagoon bottom:
M. Distance from the present liquid level to the top of sludge:
N. Average thickness of sludge layer:
O. Thickness of existing Liquid Treatment Zone (M minus K):
19 inches
43 inches
11 inches
-8 inches
24 inches
2.67 feet
9.55 feet
5.69 feet
3.86 feet
3.02 feet
P. If Item N is greater than Item O, half treatment volumes must be determined.
If Item N is less than or equal to
item) O, you do not have t determine volumes.
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Sludge Survey Form
Appendix 2. Sludge Surevey Data Sheet
Facility Name: Ecosystems
Lagoon I.D. Number:
Grid Point
Distance from liquid surface
Distance from liquid surface
Thickness of
Number
to top of sludge layer ft..
to lagoon bottom ft.
Sludge Layer ft.
1
6.9
9.8
. 2.9
2
7.1
9.8
2.7
3
6.2
9.8
3.6
4
6.5
9.7
3.2
5
1 6.5
9.6
3.1
6
6.5
9.7
3.2
7
6.5
9.7
3.2
8
6.1
9.8
3.7
9
6.5
9.8
3.3
10
6.8
9.8
3
11
6.9
9.7
2.8
12
5.5
9.7
4.2
13
6
9.6
3.6
14
5.8
9.5
3.7
15
4.5
9.5
5
16
5.5
9.5
4
17
5.8
9.4
3.6
18
3.7
9.2
5.5
19
4.5
9.1
4.6
20
5
9.1
4.1
21
4.8
9.3
4.5
22
5
9.3
4.3
23
4.5
9.2
4.7
24
3.4
9.5
6.1
Average 5.69 9.55 3.86
of points
At pump 3.5
intake
If pump intake level <2.5 a plan of action is required

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PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number:
31496
County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon Name/ID:
Spiilway(Y or N):
Level(inches):
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
ECO 1
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWO prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAWMP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
'Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 711012013
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and Included within the
attached Plan of Action, and to the beat of my knowledge and ability, the Information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Owner/Manager (print)
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aciliOwner nager (signature)
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11. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD ANDIOR 25 YRJ24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure ID: ECO 1
line m =
2816.8 lb PAN
2. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
3. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
4. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
5. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
6. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
In. lines 1+2+3+4+5+6=
2816.8lbPAN
III. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
PERIOD. DO NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD.
o. tract #
p. field #
q. crop
r. acres
s. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(Iblacre)
L TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD (lbs.)
Column r x s
u. application window'
ECO 1
Hydrant 2
Millet
4.60
197.00
906.2
May -Aug
Hydrant 4
Millet
4.78
199.00
951.2
May -Aug
Hydrant 6
Millet
4.70
199.00
935.3
May -Aug
Hydrant 8
Millet
5.76
196.00
1129.0
May -Aug
Hydrant 10
Millet
2.331
191.00
445.0
M -Au
'State current crop ending application date or next crop application beginning date for available
receiving crops during 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) = 4366.7 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PDA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line n from section 11) = 2816.8 lb. PAN
PoA (30 Day) 221 /00

PLAN OF ACTION (POA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Name/identifier (ID): JECO 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr. storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker
b. designed 25 yr.24 hr. storm & structural freeboard
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) =
d. top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation)
a. line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons/ft3
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
f. temporary storage period according to structural design
15.0 inches
19.0 inches
4.0 inches
225093 ftZ
561232 gallons
®days
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design 232561 ft3
h. current herd # 4900 certified herd # 4900
actual waste produced = current herd # x line g =
certified herd #
i. volume of wash water according to structural design
j. excess rainfall over evaporation according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 days/line f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
I. current waste analysis dated 1 4/12013
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(CIIck on the next Structure tab shown below)
POA (30 Day) 221/00
232561 It'
Oft'
131304 ft'
868631 gallons
1.97 Ibs/1000 gal.
2816.8 lbs. PAN

a
x. CroWs remaining PAN balance (line v from section III) _ — i Ib. PAN
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) _ 4550Ib. PAN
Line y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
haul, depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
based on new information. If new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
fields to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall PAN balance. If animal waste is to be hauled to
another permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
receiving facility.
onto existing spray fields will continue as weather and field conditions permit. Additional land is
for pumping if needed.
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

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PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number: 31-196 County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
Lagoon Name/ID: ECO 1
Spillway(Y or N): N
Level(inches): 18
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWQ prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAWMP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
`Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 6110/2013
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and included within the
attached Plan of Action, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Owner/Manager (print)
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Facility Owner/Manager
Date: 6/7/2013

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II. TOTAL
POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD ANDIOR 25 YRJ24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE
STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1.
Structure ID: ECO 1
line m = 2360.9 lb PAN
2.
Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
3.
Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
4.
Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
5.
Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
6.
Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
In. lines 1+2+3+4+5+6= 2360.9 lb PAN
III. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
PERIOD. DO NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD.
o. tract #
p. field #
q. crop
r. acres
a. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(lb/acre)
L TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD(Ibs.)
column r x s
u. application window'
ECO 1
Hydrant 2
Millet
4.60
220.00
1012.0
May -Aug
Hydrant 4
Millet
4.78
200.00
956.0
May -Aug
Hydrant 6
Millet
4.70
220.00
1034.0
May -Aug
Hydrant 8
Millet
5.76
220.00
1267.2
May -Aug
Hydrant 10
Millet
2.33
220.00
512.6
May -Aug
'State current crop ending application date or next crop application beginning date for available
receiving crops during 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) = 4781.8 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PDA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line In from section II) = 2360.9 lb. PAN
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (line v from section Ili) = 4781.8 lb. PAN
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) _ -2421 lb. PAN
Line y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
haul, depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
based on new information. If new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
fields to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall PAN balance. if animal waste is to be hauled to
another permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
Irrigation onto existing spray fields will continue as weather and field conditions permit. Additional land is
available for pumping if needed.
PoA (30 Day) 2/21 /00

PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Name/Identifier (ID): JECO 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr. storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker
b. designed 25 yr./24 hr. storm & structural freeboard
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) _
d. top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation)
e. line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons/ft3
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
f, temporary storage period according to structural design
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design
18.0 inches
19.0 inches
1.0 inches
225093 ft2
140308 gallons
94 days
232561 ft3
h. current herd # 4900 certified herd # 4900
actual waste produced = current herd # x line g = 232561 ft'
certified herd #
i. volume of wash water according to structural design
j. excess rainfall over evaporation according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 daystline f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
I. current waste analysis dated 1 4/1/2013
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00
I�ft3
131304 ft3
868631 gallons
2.34 Ibs/1000 gal.
2360.9 Ibs. PAN

PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number: 31-196 County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
Lagoon Name/ID: ECO 1
Spillway(Y or N): N
Level(inches): 18
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWQ prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAWMP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
`Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 4/3/2013
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the Information listed above and Included within the
attached Plan of Action, and to the beat of my knowledge and ability, the Information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Owner/Manager (print)
Date: 4/1/2013
Facility Owner/M pager (signature)

11. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD AND/OR 25 YRJ24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure ID: ECO 1 line m = 1584.0 lb PAN
2. Structure ID: line m = lb PAN
3. Structure ID:
4. Structure ID:
5. Structure ID:
6. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
line m =
lb PAN
line m =
lb PAN
line m =
lb PAN
n.lines 1+2+3+4+5+6= 1584.0lbPAN
111. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
PERIOD. DO NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD.
0. tract It
p. field It
q. crop
r. acres
s. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(lb/acre)
I. TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD (lbs.)
column r x e
u. application wintlow'
ECO 1
Hydrant 1
Fescue
1.84
125.93
231.7
August - Jul
Hydrant 3
Fescue
3.75
125.33
470.0
August - Jul
Hydrant 5
Fescue
5.03
132.97
668.8
August - Jul
Hydrant 7
Fescue
5.08
160.00
812.8
August - Jul
Hydrant 9
Fescue
5.251
143.41
752.9
August - Jul
Hydrant 11
Fescue
5.74
150.48
863.8
August - Jul
Hydrant 12
Fescue
1.09
150.00
163.5
August - Jul
'State current crop ending application date or next crop application beginning date for available
receiving crops during 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) = 3963.5 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PDA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line n from section 11) = 1584.0 lb. PAN
PDA (30 Day) 2/21/00

x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (line v from section III) = 3963.5 lb. PAN
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) _ .2379 lb. PAN
y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
d on new information. It new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
s to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall PAN balance. If animal waste is to be hauled to
ier permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
Irrigation onto existing spray fields will continue as weather and field conditions permit. Additional land is
available for pumping if needed.
PoA (30 Day) 2121/00

PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Name/Identifier (ID): JECO 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr.124 hr. storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker
b. designed 25 yr./24 hr. storm 8 structural freeboard
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) =
d. top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation)
e. line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons/it3
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
18.0 inches
19.0 inches
1.0 inches
225093 It,
140308 gallons
f. temporary storage period according to structural design 94 days
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design 232561 ft3
h. current herd # 4900 certified herd If 4900
actual waste produced = current herd # x line g = 232561 it'
certified herd #
I. volume of wash water according to structural design
j. excess rainfall over evaporation according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 days/line f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
I. current waste analysis dated 2/7/2013
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
PoA (30 Day) 2/21100
�it3
131304 it
868631 gallons
1.57 Ibs/1000 gal.
1584.0 Ibs. PAN

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PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number: 31-196 County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
Lagoon Name/ID: ECO 1
Spillway(Y or N): N
Level(inches): 18
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWO prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAW MP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
'Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 2/20/2013
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the Information listed above and Included within the
attached Plan of Action, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Owne anager (print)
Date: 2/20/2013
Facility Owner/Manager (signatur )

If. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD AND/OR 25 YRJ24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure ID: ECO 1 line m = 1210.7 lb PAN
2. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
3. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
4. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
5. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
6. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
In. lines 1+2+3+4+5+6= 1210.7lbPAN
[If. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
PERIOD. DO NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD.
o. tract #
p. field #
q. crop
r. acres
s. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(Ib/acre)
t. TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD (lbs.)
column r x s
u. application window'
ECO 1
Hydrant 1
Fescue
1.84
155.93
286.9
August - Jul
Hydrant 3
Fescue
3.75
155.33
582.5
August - Jul
Hydrant 5
Fescue
5.03
157.97
794.6
August - Jul
Hydrant 7
Fescue
5.08
180.00
914.4
August - Jul
Hydrant 9
Fescue
5.25
163.41
857.9
August - Jul
Hydrant 11
Fescue
5.74
170.48
978.6
August - Jul
Hydrant 12
Fescue
1.09
180.00
196.2
August - Jul
'State current crop ending application date or next crop application beginning date for available
receiving crops during 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) = 4611.0 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PDA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (linen from section II) = 1210.7 lb. PAN
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (line v from section III) = 4611.0 lb. PAN
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) _ -3400 lb. PAN
y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
d on new information. If new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
> to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall PAN balance. If animal waste is to be hauled to
ier permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
Irrigation onto existing spray fields will continue as
available for pumping if needed.
PoA (30 Day) 2121 /00

PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Name/Identifier (ID): JECO 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr. storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker
b. designed 25 yr./24 hr. storm & structural freeboard
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) _
d. top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation)
a. line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons/ft3
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
f. temporary storage period according to structural design
18.0 inches
19.0 inches
1.0 inches
225093 fie
140308 gallons
94 days
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design 232561 ft'
h. current herd # 4900 certified herd # 4900
actual waste produced = current herd # x line g =
certified herd #
i. volume of wash water according to structural design
j. excess rainfall over evaporation according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 daysfline f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
1. current waste analysis dated 1 1/4/2013
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00
232561 ft'
�ft3
131304 ft3
868631 gallons
1.20 Ibs/1000 gal.
1210.7 Ibs. PAN

01
ANIMAL FACILITY ANNUAL CERTIFICATION FORM
Certificate of Coverage or Permit Number A!C�23119G County DUPLIn/ Year 2003
Facility Name (as shown on Certificate of Coverage or Permit) C [ O SYSTFJry I �Sou)S�
Operator in Charge for this Facility /r I CNAEL E STQC•KF1F Certification
Land application of animal waste as allowed by the above permit occurred during the past calendar year
,/ YES NO. If NO, skipPart I and Part II and proceed to the certification. Also, if animal waste
was generated but not land applied, please attach an explanation on how the animal waste was handled.
Part I : Facility Information•
1. Total number of application Fields ❑ or Pulls Ed(please check the appropriate box) in the Certified Animal
Waste Management Plan (CAWMP): 23 Total Useable Acres approved in the CAWMP
88.10
2. Total number of Fields ❑ or -Pulls Ef(please check the appropriate box) on which land application
occurred during the year: 4 2.3 Total Acres on which waste was applied _ 88.10
3. Total pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) applied during the year for all application sites:
I� 025 41�1
4. Total pounds of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) allowed to be land applied annually by the CAWMP and
the permit: _22,�99J0
5. Estimated amount of total manure, litter and process wastewater sold or given to other persor_s and taken
off site during the year e) tons ❑ or gallons ❑ (please check the appropriate box)
6. Annual average number of animals by type at this facility during the previous year:
7. Largest and smallest number.of animals by type at this facility at anyone time during the previous year:
Largest Sows 3513 Mw5r& 437FiN15NEk //$
e..,,.n _... _ .
(These numbers are for informational purposes only since the only permit limit on the number of animals
at the facility is the annual average numbers)
8. Facility's Integrator if applicable: _ /YI uR P Hy — a RO W n/ "r
Part II: Facility Status:
IF THE ANSWER TO ANY STATEMENT BELOW IS "NO", PLEASE PROVIDE A WRITTEN DESCRIPTION AS TO WHY THE FACILITY WAS NOT COMPLIANT, THE DATES OF ANY NON
COMPLIANCE, AND EXPLAIN CORRECTIVE ACTION TAKEN OR PROPOSED TO BE TAKEN TO
BRING THIS FACILITY BACK INTO COMPLIANCE.
I . Only animal waste generated at this facility was applied to the permitted sites during L� Yes ❑ No
the past calendar year.
�EcErvED
MAR 0 1 2004
AFACF 3-14-03 I WATER CUALIT'(SECTION
Non-Qlr,6arge Compliance Ent.

•
2. The facility was.operated in such away that there was no direct runoff of waste from" " ..
Y
E1/ Yes LyJ iti`o -'
the facility (including the houses, lagoons/storage ponds and the application sites) dtiring
'
the past calendar year.
3. There was no discharge of waste to surface water from this facility during the past
[Yes ❑ No
calendar year.
4. There was no freeboard violation in any lagoons or storage ponds at this facility during
❑ Yes 2�No
the past calendar year.
5. There was no PAN application to any fields or crops at this facility greater than the
dyes ❑ No
levels specified in this facility's CAWMP during the past calendar year.
6. All land application equipment was calibrated at least once during the past calendar year.
❑ Yes, RrNo
7. Sludge accumulation in all lagoons did not exceed the volume for which the. lagoon
❑ Yes ❑ No
was designed or reduce the lagoon's minimum treatment volume to less than the volume
for which the lagoon was designed.
8. A copy of the Annual Sludge Survey Form for this facility is attached to this Certification.
❑ Yes ❑ No do
9. Annual soils analysis were performed on each field receiving animal waste during the
[�(Yes ❑ No
past calendar year.
10. Soil pH was maintained as specified in the permit during the past calendar Year?
❑ Yes 9 No
11. All required monitoring and reporting was performed in accordance with the facility's
9 Yes ❑ No
permit during the past calendar year.
12. All operations and maintenance requirements in the permit were complied with during
❑ Yes dNo
the past calendar year or, in the case of a deviation, prior authorization was received
from the Division of Water Quality.
13. Crops as specified in the CAWMP were maintained during the past calendar year on all Q"Yes ❑ No
sites receiving animal waste and the crops grown were removed in accordance with
the facility's permit.
14. All buffer requirements as specified on the permit and the CAWMP for this facility were 9Yes ❑ No
maintained during each application of animal waste during the past calendar year.
"I certify under penalty of law that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of
my knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
or
?,'S 20IV/
Date
;imiurc ui kipermor In t-n
different from Pennittee)
AFACF 3-14-03 2

Animal Facility Annual Certification
Part II.
Written descriptions to statements answered no.
#4.
In March 2003 high freeboard was reported to the Wilmington Regional
Office. More information was requested and sent in. A Notice of Violation
was issued April 15, 2003, and then on July 24, 2003, received a letter where
the Notice of Violation was rescinded and replaced with a Notice of
Deficiency.
#6.
Irrigation equipment will be calibrated by April 24, 2004.
#7. & #8.
A sludge survey will be performed by April 24, 2004.
#10.
Soil samples have been taken, lime has not been applied due to several wet
areas. Want to apply all lime at same time.
#12.
Notice of Deficiency due to high freeboard in March 2003, and lime has not
been applied as of yet.

(Type of Visit eF C_omm fiance Inspection O Operation Review O lagoon Evaluation I
Reason for Visit O 0utine O Complaint O Follow up O Emergency Notification O Other ❑ Denied Access
Facility Number Date of Visit: LW2il .. Tune:
O Not Operational O Below Threshold
Permitted 13 Ceertified3 Conditionally Certified 0 Registered
Farm Name: ....._..E. "CT� sM�._ ..--------
OwnerName:.....- - --................................. .._..............._..._.....__.................._._._._..
MailingAddress: ... _._.......... ._........................ _._......_._._......_......._._......................_...._
Facility Contact:..__._._...._y.►__._....__._...._..._.....__..--------- Title:............. __.
(.! [. Onsite Representative: ........p -........... ...... ._.............
Date Last Operated or Ablove' Threshold: -.
County: ...... ___......._.___._
Phone No:
Phone No:
Integrator:... _..%%C=�......_..........._...._.......__.._._........
Certified Operator: ........................... ...._--- ..._._ Operator Certification Number: .......................
Location of Farm:
a
❑ Swine ❑ Poultry ❑ Cattle ❑ Horse Latitude Longitude
Design
Sin" j Ca an
- Current Desrgn Current t :` Desrgo Current
Po ulation =, Poultry,' Ca an -Po elation . ,Cattle a` _.Ca aeitY_ Po nlahon
der
4^
2
❑ Layer
r
❑ Dairy
nish
Q
j
Non -Layer
❑ Non -Dairy
; _
ean
66
3
Total DtstgnC
PF�Weri�Fi!;K
eeder❑Other
inish
"_`. Tota1SSLW``
m. -
4 Number of Lagoons
_
Disebaraes & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Water of the State? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gallmin?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge?
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Spillway
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
Identifier: ............. L.............. ..................... ... _... ... _._...................... _............................
Freeboard (inches): 36
❑ Yes 011,410
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑Yes
❑NNoo
❑ Yes
0<�0
❑ Yes
f3'I`lo
❑ Yes
No
Structure 6
12112103 Continued

Facility Number: 3 — 9 Date of Inspection
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed" ?r(ie// trees, severe erosion, ❑ Yes No
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or ❑ Yes No
closure plan?
(If any of questions 46 was answered yes, and the situation poses an
immediate public health or environmental threat, notify DWQ)
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement? ❑Yes ZNq,,F
8. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement? El Yes
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level ❑Yes
elevation markings?
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenancelimprovement? ❑ Yes N
11. Is there evidence of over application? If yes, check the appropriate box below. ❑ Yes o
❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN ❑ HydraulicOverload❑ Frozen Ground ❑ Copper and/or Zinc
12. Crop type Fescyc CG-) AE2WWDA ( c.4- 14) SC'0 Flw.6 TR.i-E,.S /
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes DIN
14. a) Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application? ElYes 7
❑ b) Does the facility need a wettable acre determination? Yes
c) This facility is pended for a wettable acre determination? ❑ Yes No
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement? ZYes ❑ N
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment? ❑ Yes No
Odor Issues /
17. Does the discharge pipe from the confinement building to the storage pond or lagoon fail to discharge attor below ❑ Yes 7No
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
18. Are there any dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours? ❑ Yes/
19. Is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt, ❑ Yes Q tCO
roads, building structure, and/or public property)
20. At the time of the inspection did the facility pose an odor or air quality concern? If yes, contact a regional ❑ Yes No
Air Quality representative immediately.
Comments (refer to question #) Ezpbun aztytl ES answeis and/orany recommendahonsor
Use'diawutgs of facdttp to better ei`rpbun sttaations (use_addthonal''pages as pecessary) Field Co f
PY
dt.) [�C Pery.w,.Zt' KIP L�rtTlt QkC.o2oS
3S) (2AtX<6 L CA -de '% 4LLo fio �0 w,, JJ111 Ott AFTtfL�`ZA�IJ -
a3,) F1FPt.SCA7Sd&-'$ of WASTE' To GePt*'k0PA otrrssDC of H13ADDaw i�tE4SC-
5e CArtf--f%AL AVID BE&;Zv-1 O+'I O'JEfLSEE a111990,` HPPiXCAT.Y4J Fa4m
Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: Date: (0 1 0
12112103 1 Continued

Facility Number: 31 — 19(o I Date of Inspection 1 0
Required Records & Documents
21. Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit or other Permit readily available?
p Yes ❑ No
22. Does the facility fail to have all components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
(ie/ WIT, checklists, design, maps, etc.) ❑ es
23. Dour record keeping need improvement? If yes, check the appropriate box below. t7 Yes
L1J Waste Application ❑ Freeboard ❑ Waste Analysis ❑ Soil Sampling
24. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design? ❑ Yes
25. Did the facility fail to have a actively certified operator in charge?
26. Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit?
(ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
27. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
28. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
29. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
NPDES Permitted Facilities
30. Is the facility covered under a NPDES Permit? (If no, skip questions 31-35)
31. If selected, did the facility fail to install and maintain rainbreakers on irrigation equipment?
32. Did the facility fail to install and maintain a rain gauge?
33. Did the facility fail to conduct an annual sludge survey?
34. Did the facility fail to calibrate waste application equipment?
35. Does record keeping for DES required forms need improv ent? If yes, check the appropriate box below.
❑ Stocking Form Crop Yield Form ❑ Rainfall Inspection After I" Rain
❑ 120 Minute Inspections ❑ Annual Certification Form
❑ Yes
❑ Yes
❑ Yes
❑ Yes
❑ Yes
Yes
❑ Yes
❑ Yes
❑ Yes
❑ Ye
es
L�J No
[7No
Q�o
1Q 'v
�No
[ No
12112103

PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number: 31-196 County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon Name/ID:
Spillway(Y or N):
Level(inches):
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
ECO 1
W
14
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWO prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAWMP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
'Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 12{9OMM9' ) !— ac,
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and included within the
attached Plan of Action, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Ow er/ anager (print) II
Dale: 1 Prt5t2OOtt— )t 0 (
Facility Owner/Manager (sign ure)
�K�

It. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD AND/OR 25 YR./24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure ID: ECO 1 line m = 2355.3 lb PAN
2. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
3. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
4. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
5. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
6. Structure ID:
line m =
lb PAN
n. lines 1+2+3+4+5+6=
2365.3lbPAN
III. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
PFRIDn. DO NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD.
o. tract #
p. field #
q. crop
r. acres
s. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(lb/acre)
t. TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD (lbs.)
column r x s
u. application window'
ECO 1
Hydrant 1
Fescue
1.84
169.23
311.4
August - July
Hydrant 3
Fescue
3.75
169.43
635A
August - July
Hydrant 5
Fescue
5.03
165.62
833.1
August - Jul
Hydrant 7
Fescue
5.08
166.34
845.0
August - Jul
Hydrant 9
Fescue
5.25
164.26
862.4
Au ust - Jul
H dram 11
Fescue
5.74
166.19
953.9
August - Jul
H dram 12
Fescue
1.09
161.81
176.4
August - Jul
'State current crop ending application date or next crap application beginning date for available
receiving crops during 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) = 4617.5 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PDA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line n from section 11) = 2355.3 lb. PAN
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (line v from section III) = 4617.5 lb. PAN
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) _ -2262 lb. PAN
y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
d on new information. If new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall PAN balance. If animal waste is to be hauled to
her permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
NARRATIVE:
Irrigation onto existing spray fields will continue as weather and field conditions permit. Additional land is
available for pumping if needed.
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Name/Identifier (ID): JECO 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr. storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker
b. designed 25 yr./24 hr. storm & structural freeboard
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) _
d. top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation)
e. line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons/ft3
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
f. temporary storage period according to structural design
14.0 inches
19.0 inches
5.0 inches
225093fe
701540 gallons
94 days
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design 232561 ft3
h. current herd # 4900 certified herd # 4900
actual waste produced = current herd # x line g =
certified herd #
i. volume of wash water according to structural design
j. excess rainfall over evaporation according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 days/line f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
I. current waste analysis dated 1 12115120091
m. ((lines e + k)/l000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00
232561 ft3
�fo
931304 to
868631 gallons
1.50 Ibs/1000 gal.
2355.3 Ibs. PAN

NUTRIENT UTILIZATION PLAN AMENDMENT
Grower(s): Eco Systems, Inc.
Farm Name: Eco Systems 1
Farrow to Feeder
Farrow to Finish
Wean to Feeder
Feeder to Finish
Storage Period: >180 days
Application Method: Irrigation
This amendment is per a pumping agreement with Ralph Britt and Ecosystems Farms (Mike
Stocker), on land which is adjacent to the Ecosystems Farm. This amendment is a repeat of a
previous amendment between Mr. Stocker and Mr. Britt. At the time this amendment was written,
an "Aerway" had been ordered and purchased, by the owners of Ecosystem, therefore included are
the total useable acres available for application using the "Aerway". The table on the following page
is a list of fields totaling 19.16 of the approx.100 acres of Mr. Britt's tract of land.
ZOwne /Manager
Technical Specialist
Date
Date

.,
Ai r, lr!16/2009 WED 10:11 FAX [phone] WRLNt1I
IA 002 /005
PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number: 31-196 County: Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon Name/ID:
Spillway(Y or N):
Level(inches):
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
ECO 1
N
18
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
_ Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWQ prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAW MP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
`Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
`€f animals are to be, moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 12/18/2009
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and included within the
attached Plan of Action, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Owner/Manager (print)
Date: 12/15I2009
— Facility Own r/Managbr.fsignature)

12/16/2009 WED 10:11 FAX [phone] WRLNX1
l
Q 003 /005
li. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD ANDIOR 25 YR./24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure ID: ECO 1 line m = 1513A lb PAN
2, Structure ID: line m = lb PAN
3. Structure ID: line m = _ lb PAN
4. Structure ID: line in = lb PAN
5. Structure ID: line in = -Ib PAN
6. Structure ID: line in _ lb PAN
n.lines 1+2+3+4+5+6= 1513.4lbPAN
III, TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
rvan1 nl1 N10^1 M= AUDI win ni mmir: TULc wi nOv pFRIOn.
o. tract #
p. field #
q. Crop
r. acres
s. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(Ib/acre)
L TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD (ibs.)
column r x s
u. application window'
ECO 1
Hydrant 1
Hydrant 3
Fescue
Fescue
1.84
3.75
74.35
56.90
136.8
213A
August -Jul
Au ust-Jul•
Hydrant 5
Fescue
5.03
_ 108.35
545.0
August - Ju�—
7
_
Fescue
_
�_5.08
34.12
— 173.3
Au ust - July _
—Hydrant
Hydrant 9
Hydrant 11
Fescue
Fescue
5.25
5.74
103.63
91.47
544.1
525.0
August - Jul
Au ust - Jul
Hydrant 12
Fescue —
_
_1.09
138.72
_ 151.2
Auqu_t__Jul�__
-
--
-Jr_---
_
—--
'State current crop ending application date or next crop app icatlon oeglnning dace rot avdudvia
receiving crops during 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) = 2288.8 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PDA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line n from section II) = 1513.4 lb. PAN
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

12/16/2009 WED 10:11 FAX [phone] WRLNM1
fa 004 /005
x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (line v from section 111)
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) =
2288.8 lb. PAN
-775 lb. PAN
Line y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
haul, depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
based on new information. If new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
fields to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall FAN balance. If animal waste is to be hauled to
another permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
Irrigation onto existing spray fields will continue as weather and
available for pumping if needed.
PoA (30 Day) 2121/00
Additional land is

i
12/16/2009 WED 10:11 FAX [phone] WRLNMI
0005/005
PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure NamelIdentifier (ID): JECO 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr, storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker 18.0 inches
b. designed 25 yrJ24 hr. storm & structural freeboard 19.0 inches
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) = 1.0 inches
d. top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation) r225093 ft`
e. line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons.fW 140308 gallons
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
f. temporary storage period according to structural design ��days
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design _ 232561 W
h. current herd # L 4900 certified herd #F— 4900
actual waste produced = current herd €/ x line g =-
certified herd #
1. volume of wash water according to structural design
j. excess rainfaii over evaporation according to design
k, (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 days/line f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw doom period
I. current waste analysis dated 1 12/15/2009
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION 1 FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00
232561 fi
131304 fe
868631 gallons
1.50 Ibs/1000 gal.
1513.4 lbs. PAN

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`tlf2/15/2009 TUE 16:20 FAX [phone] WRLN11 Q 002/005
r
PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number: 31.196 County. Duplin
Facility Name: Ecosystem Farms, Inc.
Certified Operator Name: Mike Stocker Operator Number: 18159
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top of the dam for lagoons without spillways; and from the current liquid level
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
i Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
I Lagoon Name/ID: ' ECO 1
Spillway(Y or N): i N
Level(inches): :Ila
2. Check all applicable items
Liquid level is within the designed structural freeboard elevations of one or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balances are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm,, elevations for one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Action is attache:. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is to be pumped and hauled to off site locations. Bolume and PAN content of waste
to -be pumped and hauled is reflected in section III tables. Included within this plan is a list
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers, number of acres and receiving crop
information. Contact and secure approval from the DWO prior to transfer of waste to a site
not covered in the facility's CAWMP.
Operation will be partially or fully depopulated.
'Attach a complete schedule with corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving facility
3. Earliest possible date to begin land application of waste: 12118120f19
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and included within the
attached Plan of Action; and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is
accurate and correct.
Mike Stocker Phone: [phone]
Facility Owner/Manager (print)
Date: 12/15/2009 _
Facility Owner/Manager (signature)
45:

i
!t12/15/2009 TUE 16:20 FAX [phone] WRLNXI
�I
11. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD AND/OR 25 YR./24
HR. STORM STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure ID: ECO 1 line m = 2017.9 lb PAN
2. Structure ID: line m = lb PAN
3. Structure ID: line m = �lb PAN
4. Structure ID: -- line m = lb PAN
5. Structure ID: line m = lb PAN
6. Structure ID: line m = lb PAN
n.,iines1+2+3+4+5+6= 2017.9lbPAN
tit. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD.
Q 003/005
PERIQD. DQ
o. tract #
p. field #
q. crop
r. acres
a. remaining IRR
2 PAN balance
(lblacre)
L TOTAL PAN
BALANCE FOR
FIELD (lbs.)
column r x a
u. application windom
_
ECO 1
Hydrant 1
Fescue
1.84
7h.35
136.8
Auqust -July
Hydrant 3
Fescue
3:15
__ 56.90
213.4
__
Hydrant 5
Hydrant 7
_
Fescue _
Fescue
5.03
5.08
108.35
34.12
545.0
173.3
! _ _
._ __._
Hydrant9
Fescue
5.25
103.63
544.1
H drant11
Fescue
5.74
91.47
525.0
! _
r-
Hydrant 12
Fescue -
-._ 1.09
138.72
151.2
`s
I
_
`State current crop ending appncanon oare or next crop appuvauvi l ucya n 1,1 ly a.�
receiving crops during 30'day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column 1) = 2288.8 lb. PAN
IV. FACILITY'S PoA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line n from section II) = 2017.9 lb. PAN
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00

�12/15/2009 TUE 16:20 FAX [phone] WRLNM1
Q 004/005
x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (fine v from section III) = 2288.8 lb. PAN
y. Overall PAN balance (w - x) = 771 lb. PAN
Line y must show as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
haul, depopulation, herd reduction, etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options, recalculate new PAN
based on new information' If new fields are to be included as an option for lowering lagoon level, add these
fields to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overall PAN balance. If animal waste is to be hauled to
another permitted facility, provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freeboard levels at the
receiving facility.
NA
Irrigation onto existing spray fields will continue as weather and field conditions permit. Additional land is
available for pumping If needed.
i!
i
z
PoA (30 Day) 2l21 /00

'12/15/2009 TUE 16:20 FAX [phone] WRLNKI
[a005/005
PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN PERIOD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Name/Identifier (ID): ECO 1 —�
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr, storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker 18.0 inches
b. designed 25 yr.124 hr. storm & structural freeboard 19.0 inches
c. line b - line a (inches in red zone) = 1.0 inches
d, top of dike surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation) 225093 fe
e, line c/12 x line d x 7.48 gallons/fe 140308 gallons
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during draw down period
F. temporary storage period according to structural design days
g'. volume of waste produced according to st uctural design 232561;ft3
h. current herd # 4900j certified herd #F 4900
actual waste produced = current herd # x line g =
certified herd #
i. volume of wash vrater according to structural design
j. excess rainfall over evaporation according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.48 x 30 days/Iine f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
1. current waste analysis dated 711 /2009
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I =
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE. STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
i
i
PoA (30 Day) 2/21/00
232561 fe
13 031 4 f+'
868631 gallons
2.00 I'os/1000 gal.
2017.9 lbs. PAN

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Cotten H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
July 1, 2007 Rai CE;JLVM,, )D
Eco System Farms Inc
Eco Systems I (Sows) JUN 2 6 2007
126 Quinn Dr
Kenansville, NC 28349-8929 BY•
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS310196
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Animal Waste Management System
Duplin County
Dear Eco System Farms Inc:
In accordance with your application received on 4-Jan-07, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Eco System Farms Inc, 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 Eco Systems I (Sows), located in Duplin County, with an animal capacity of no
greater than the following swine annual averages:
Wean to Finish: 0 Feeder to Finish: 1000 Boar/Stud: 0
Wean to Feeder: 400 Farrow to Wean: 3500 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 III.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.
Aquifer Protection Section 1636 Mail Service Center
Internet: www.ncwatemualitv.om Location: 2728 Capital Boulevard
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ura!!y
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636 Telephone: [phone]
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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 02T .0111(c) a compliance boundary is provided fur the cil..y W d 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 AWS310196

Waste Management Plan Changes
RECEIVED
MAR 2 2 2006
Facility L Lc) S t_.t 5Aems , Farm
This farms Waste Management Plan has made the following changes:
lq//C�rop changes
❑ Wetted Acres
❑ Increased Acreage
❑ Decreased Acreage
❑ Changed Irrigation Design
❑ Change in Farm type
❑ Plan based on 3 Years On Farm Records
❑ Other
Comments:
C-)
Date

,W�?aud SSB�e: _'��4. v6e3i$r``� , �.�.�.... � ___♦ � O � � 1 f - � _ _
PRODUCER: Ecosystems 1
LOCATION: 725 Veaches Mill Rd.
Warsaw, NC 28398
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TYPE OPERATION: Farrow - Wean
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 3500 sows, 1000 finishing, 400 nursery
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis. .
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
21-1.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft tons. etc.)
4900 animals X 4.78 (tons) waste/animallyear = 23,418.0 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
4900 animals X 4.37 lbs. PAN/animal/year = 21,392.0 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C.
Guide Std. 633) Tech
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre Utilized Application
T1
1
Go,Au,No
Fes./Orchard
180
27.781
5000.4
F-June; S-Nov.
T1
2
Go,No
Millet G&H
240
22.17
5320.8
May -August
T1
2
Go,No
Small Grain
75
22.17
1662.75
Sept. - April
T1
3
Rumford
Millet G&H
218.75
29.98
6558.125
May - August
T1
3
Rumford
Small Grain
75
29.98
2248.5
Se t. -April
T1
4
Pine Trees
100
3.24
324
March - Oct.
T1
5
Pine Trees
100
4.93
493
March - Oct.
Total 1 83.11 21,607.58 1
*This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require fanners in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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Table 1: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONGTERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land [see
Required Specification 2])
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
No. Type Per Acre* Utilized
. See footnote for Table 1.
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1
821,607.58
Table 2
r88!10121,607.58
Total
Amount of N Produced 21,392.00
Surplus or Deficit
215.58
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at
agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over
application of nutrient or other elements.
Page 3

RMTE UTUM 2jM {mil
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Field Soil Type
No.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Crop Application Application
Rate (INHr) Amount (In.)
1
Go,Au,No
IFescue, Orchardgrass
0.5
0.75
2
Go,No
Bermuda
0.5
0.75
3
Ru
Bermuda
0.5
0.75
4,5
Au
Pine Trees
0.5
0.75
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every 6 MONTHS. In no instance should the volume
of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation 'see lagoon design.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or
Soil and Water Conservation District office after you .receive the waste analysis report for
assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to
applying the waste.
Narrative of operation:
Acres shown are Wetted' acres. Fescue may be grazed exclusively. Atleast 1/2 of millet yield
must be removed by cutting for hay.
Page 4

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
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.
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.
Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
may be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where. runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
Standard 393 - Filter Strip).
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
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.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
Page 5

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10 Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
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
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that courses no runoff or drift from the site.
16 Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
Page 6

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
17 If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
18 Waste handling structures, piping pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
19 Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied propellant with no further applications animal waste
during the crop season.
20 Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to
mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
21 Waste shall be tested within 69 days of utilization and -soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
22 Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
Page 7

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Ecosystems 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 Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water. Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner:
(Please print)
Signature: Date: 3 ,2o 19
Name of Manager (if different from owner):
Signature:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print)
Affiliation: Murphy Brown, LLC
Address (Agency):
P.O. Box 856
Rose Hill. NC 28458
Date:
Toni W. King
Signature:
Page 8

I ,dl; S 1)
Opp
U LIB TlON
PRODUCER:
LOCATION:
TELEPHONE:
Ecosystems 1
725 Veaches Mill Rd.
Warsaw, NC 28398
[phone]
F W
TYPE OPERATION. arrow - can D
AP
B R 142009
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 3500 sows, 1000 finishing, 400 nursery 1 \\
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
21-1.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
RECEIVED / DENR / DWQ
AQUIFFR-pRnTFCTlnN SFC¶QN
Page 1 APR 0 12009

Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft, tons, etc.)
4900 animals X 4.78 (tons) waste/animal/year = 23,418.0 (tons) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
4900 animals X 4.37 lbs. PAN/animal year = 21,392.0 Ibs. PANtyear. (PAN from N.C.
Guide Std. 633) Tech
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Tvpe Per Acre Utilized Application
Ti
1
Go,Au,No
Fes./Orchard
180
27.78
5000.4
F-June; S-Nov.
T1
2
Go,No
Millet G&H
240
22.17
5320.8
May -August
T1
2
Go,No
Small Grain
75
22.17
1662.75
Sept. - April
T1
3
Rumford
Millet G&H
218.75
29.98
6558.125
May - August
T1
3
Rumford
Small Grain
75
29.98
2248.5
Sept. - April
T1
4
Pine Trees
100
3.24
324
March - Oct.
T1
5
Pine Trees
100
4.93
493
March - Oct.
Total 1 88.11 21,607.58 1
'This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
Page 2

Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land [see
Required Specification 21)
Tract Field Soil
* See footnote for Table 1.
Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1
88.10
21,607.58
Table 2
Total
88.10
21,607.58
Amount of N Produced
21,392.00
Surplus or Deficit
215.58
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at
agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over
application of nutrient or other elements.
Page 3

See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No_ Rate (In/Hr) Amount (In.)
1
Go,Au,No
Fescue, Orchardgrass
0.5
0.75
2
Go,No
Bermuda
0.5
0.75
3
Ru
Bermuda
0.5
0.75
4,5
Au
Pine Trees
0.5
0.75
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every 6 MONTHS. In no instance should the volume
of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation "see lagoon design.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil Conservation Service) or
Soil and Water Conservation District office after you. receive the waste analysis report for
assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to
applying the waste.
Narrative of operation:
Acres shown are 'wetted' acres.
must be
Page 4

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
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.
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.
Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
may be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
Standard 393 - Filter Strip).
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7 Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that runoff
does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
Page 5

.a..
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10 Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30"days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
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
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that courses no runoff or drift from the site.
16 Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
Page 6

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
17 If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
18 Waste handling structures, piping pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
19 Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied propellant, with no further applications animal waste
during the crop season.
20 Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to
mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
21 Waste shall be tested within 69 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
22 Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
Page 7

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Ecosystems 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 Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Jc.�
(Please print)
Signature: Date: ;2 Q
Name of Manager (If different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Toni W.
Affiliation: Murphy Brown, LLC
Address (Agency): P.O. Box 856
Rose Hill, NC 28458
Signature: - Date:
Page 8

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FARM NAME:
Ero Systems #1 DATE:
OF AiviMALS
DONE BY:
FIIVII JI 1E1�1
1
NUMBERY
400
SOWS
3872
STORAGE VOL
TREATMENT =
STQRR�! _
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TOTAL USEABLE VOL
06,106/96
VJGS
REQUIRED
1421198
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14211 gs 100-00`%
DEPTH
7-84
152942
152942
100-0I
0-68
55411
372253
101-67%
1.70
1939550
19463931
100.350/0
10.22
DAYS OF TEMPORARY STORAGE:
DEPTH OF SLUDGE:
0
m
n1OTG- TIREATAAERff :!.!l-.LI ME uAC BEERI CA.LCl.!LATED IIIQING
0.76 CF PER POUND OF ANIMAL LIVE WEIGHT FOR SOWS
NOTE: THE ACTUAL VOLUMES DISPLAYED ON THIS SHEET ARE CALCULATED
USING THE AREAS OF THE CONTOURS CREATED ON ONE FOOT INTERVALS.
THE TOITA1 VQI 1 ME [AI C:1 IILATED USING DCA = 1Q4F(YJ�.

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
July 24, 2003
Eco System
444 Sammy Godwin Lane
Warsaw, NC 28398
Subject: Rescission of Notice of Violation /
Issuance of Notice of Deficiency
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Facility # 31-196
Duplin County
Dear Eco System:
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Thank you for your recent submittal of the information requested in our letter dated April 15,
2003. We greatly appreciate the effort that you made in compiling this information and sending
it to our Wilmington Regional Office by the date required. We also appreciate the fact that you
reported the problem with high freeboard to our staff as required by your permit and worked with
our staff to manage the problem once it occurred.
Upon review and consideration of the information submitted, the Wilmington Regional Office has
determined that no further compliance/enforcement actions will be taken by the Division for
these high freeboards.
Also, based on your actions to properly operate your facility, the Division of Water Quality
hereby rescinds the Notice of Violation that was issued to you on April 15, 2003 and replaces it
with this Notice of Deficiency. .
In the future, please continue to evaluate ways to maintain freeboard levels in the required range.
These methods include, but are not limited to, water conservation practices, adding additional
application sites, updating your cropping systems, adding additional and/or more flexible
application equipment, and maintaining the lagoon levels at the lowest allowable and appropriate
levels throughout the year. Our staff looks forward to continuing to work with you and your
Technical Specialist to evaluate and implement any needed changes to your system.
Customer Service: Mailing Address: Telephone: [phone]
1 800 623-7748 1617 Mail Service Center Fax: [phone]
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 State Courier #52-01-01
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
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Inadequate Freeboard
Eco System
July 24, 2003
Page 2
Thank you again for your cooperation. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact the staff of our Wilmington Regional Office at 910-395-3900.
Sincerely,
Rick Shiver
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
CC: Kraig Westerbeek, Murphy -Brown, LLC
Billy Houston, Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Patrick Fussell, DSWC
Wilmington Files 31-196
Non -Discharge Compliance and Enforcement Unit
Central Files

April 16, 2003
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Eco System
444 Sammy Godwin Lane
Warsaw NC 28398
SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Request for Information
Inadequate Freeboard
Eco Systems I (Sows)
#31-196
Duplin County
Dear Sir or Madam:
Michael F. Easley
Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
On April 10, 2003, a representative of your animal operation informed the Division of
Water Quality (DWQ) that there was inadequate freeboard in the lagoon(s) serving this facility.
This lack of adequate freeboard is in non-compliance with the Certificate of Coverage
issued to this facility on August 11, 1997. In addition to this Notice of Violation (NOV), this
non-compliance is subject to an appropriate enforcement action by DWQ. This action can
consist of one or more of the following: a civil or criminal enforcement action; an injunction;
and/or a requirement to apply for coverage under an individual permit. The action chosen will
be based on complete evaluation of all factors that resulted in the inadequate freeboard; the
actions taken to restore the needed freeboard; and the actions being proposed to prevent the
problem from reoccurring.
To assist us in our review, please provide the Wilmington Regional Office with an
evaluation of the reasons for the freeboard violation(s) and a strategy to prevent future freeboard
violation(s). This evaluation and strategy must include but is not limited to the following:
Current Freeboard level(s)
Freeboard level records in the lagoon(s) for the past 12 months up to the date of submittal
Spraying records for the past 12 months up to the date of submittal
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Inadequate Freeboard
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Rainfall records for the past 12 months for this site up to the date of submittal (if
available)
Cropping system and PAN specified in the CAWMP. If the cropping system was not in
compliance with the facility's CAWMP, provide details of the cropping system in place
for the past 12 months.
A summary of actions taken to restore the needed freeboard in the lagoon(s) including but
not limited to removal of animals from the site, delay of restocking of animals, pumping
and hauling waste to another site (specify site), securing additional irrigation equip
and securing additional spray sites.
A description of water conservation measures in use at the facility and the date(s)
installed.
If the lagoon level(s) are still in violation of the facility's CAWMP and Permit, provide
an updated Plan of Action as to how the facility will return to compliance.
Provide a detailed description of the actions taken or proposed to be taken to insure that
there are no further freeboard violations at this facility.
This information must be received by the Wilmington Regional Office at the following
address no later than 10 days following receipt of this letter.
Division of Water Quality
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405-2845
Once this information is received and evaluated by the DWQ staff, a determination will
be made as to the appropriate compliance/enforcement actions to be taken. Each case will be
evaluated on its own merit. The efforts by the owner/producer to notify DWQ of the problem,
efforts made to resolve the problem once identified, and efforts proposed to prevent future
problems will be positive factors in this determination.
Nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you either the responsibility or
liability for this non-compliance or future cases of non-compliance. If you have any questions
regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact our Wilmington Regional Office Staff at
[phone].
Sincerely,
an W. Klimek, P.E.
Director
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Non -Discharge Compliance/Enforcement Unit
Central Files

Lagoon Dike Inspection Report
Name of Farm/Facility
Location of Farm/Facility
Owner's Name, Addressi(� 7eYLt— L� �9 Q�Il� (ill
and Telephone Number /
Gv�P-SuN�, 1-�C Z Rz�`g
Date of Inspection
71 O7
Names of Inspectors �• V "(te
Structural Height, Feet
/
Freeboard, Feet 7 __
Lagoon Surface Area, Acres
r
Top Width, Feet 1
Upstream Slope,xHa V
3 i
Downstream Slope, xHa V 3 i
Embankment Sliding?
Yes
No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Seepage?
Yes
/'�No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Erosion?
Yes
No
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Condition of
Vegetative Cover
(Grass, Trees)
Did Dike Overtop?
Yes No If Yes, Depth of Overtopping, Feet
Follow -Up Inspection Needed? Yes -'— No
Engineering Study Needed? Yes /No
Is Dam Jurisdictional to the Dam Safety Law of 1967? Yes _,---Co
Other Comments

Plan Amendment to Include S&WCC Chronic Rainfall Practices and Standards through March 31, 2000
1 If this facility can comply with its existing permit and CAWMP it must do so.
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Temporary Addition of New Sprayfields (') (Check appropiate boxes.)
El A. - acres -of cropland. -UsT cropiypeused: ---
0 B. acres of hardwood woodland @ 100 Ibs PAN / acre added.
C. acres of pine woodland added @ 601bs PAN / acre added.
3 Summer Perennial Grass (Check appropriate box.)
0 A. - Application window extended for
0 B. An additional 50 Ibs of PAN applied to
45.50 acres of perennial grass until first killing frost
acres of perennial grass prior to killing frost
4 PAN application Increased for Small Grains & Winter Grasses to be harvested. (Check appropriate box.)
0 A. PAN application increased up to 20G Ibs per acre for 84.50 acres of small grains or winter grasses to be harvested.
0 B. PAN application increased up to 150 lbs per acre for acres of overseeded summer perennial included in 3.B.
5 Waste Analysis (Check appropriate box.)
ED A. Prior to Decembef 1st, 1999 the calculation of PAN will be based on a 35% reduction of the last analysis taken
prior to the first 25 year 24 hour storm event (Current waste analysis must be used after Dec. 1st)
E B. Use current waste analysis to determine PAN.
6 Required - Maximum Nitrogen Utilization Measures for Small Grains and Winter Grasses.
A. Use of higher seeding rates, -
B. Timely harvest of forage to increase yield, and
C. Irrigation during periods of wanner weather.
7 Required - Irrigation Management Techniques to Reduce Runoff and Ponding Potential.
A. Making frequent light irrigation applications, and
B. Not irrigation immediately before predicted rainfall.
8 The owner / manager is required to manage the movement of animals to and from the facility to minimize environmental
impacts, ensure compliance with the facility's permit and amended CAWMP, and avoid discharge to surface waters.
9 Authorization to use the additional practices included in the amendment expires if a facility discharges to surface waters.
Any discharge is a violation and may result in an enforcement action.
10 The owner / operator is required to keep records of all waste applications.
11 This revision must include a map or sketch of new land application areas.
Facility Number 31-196 Eco Systems 1
- Facility Name j
Farms
it Name
\ -`
Owner / Manager Signature
Date 11/30/99
Signature
Date 1 11/30/99
This document must be filed at the SWCD office and be attached to the facilities CAWMP
and be available for inspection at the facility
(') New temporary sprayfields must meet applicable buffer and setback requirements. Waste must not be applied to wetlands.

Plan Amendment to Include S&WCC Chronic Rainfall Practices and Standards through March 31, 2000
1 If this facility can comply with its existing permit and CAWMP it must do so.
Temporaty Addition of New Sprayfields (') (Check appropiate boxes.)
0 A. acres of cropland. -List crop type used:-
0 B. acres of hardwood woodland @ 100 Ibs PAN / acre added.
0 C. acres of pine woodland added @ 601bs PAN / acre added.
3 Summer Perennial Grass (Check appropriate box.)
M A. Application window extended for 45.50 acres of perennial grass until first killing frost
0 B. An additional 50 lbs of PAN applied to acres of perennial grass prior to killing frost
4 PAN application Increased for Small Grains & Winter Grasses to be harvested. (Check appropriate box.)
0 A. PAN application increased up to 200 Ibs per acre for 45.00 acres of small grains or winter grasses to be harvested.
0 B. PAN application increased up to 150 Ibs per acre for acres of overseeded summer perennial included in 3.8.
5 Waste Analysis (Check appropriate box.)
0 A Prior to December 1st, 1999 the calculation of PAN will be based on a 35% reduction of the last analysis taken
prior to the first 25 year 24 hour storm event (Current waste analysis must be used after Dec. 1st.)
0 B. Use current waste analysis to determine PAN.
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6 Reoufred -Maximum Nitrogen Utilization Measures for Small Grains and Winter Grasses.
A. Use of higher seeding rates,
B. Timely harvest of forage to increase yield, and
C. Irrigation during periods of wamrer weather.
7 Reouired - Irrigation Management Techniques to Reduce Runoff and Ponding Potential.
A. Making frequent, light irrigation applications, and
B. Not irrigation immediately before predicted rainfall.
8 The owner / manager is required to manage the movement of animals to and from the facility to minimize environmental
impacts, ensure compliance with the facility's permit and amended CAWMP, and avoid discharge to surface waters.
9 Authorization to use the additional practices included in the amendment expires if a facility discharges to surface waters.
Any discharge is a violation and may result in an enforcement action.
10 The owner / operator is required to keep records of all waste applications.
11 This revision must include a map or sketch of new land application areas.
Facility Number 31-196 Eco Systems I
Facility Name
Murphy,F"amily Farms Kraig W
Asterbaek
Facility Ow dr / an gErl4 a (P Tech 'Tialis,tSignature
Facility Owner/ Manager i awl echnicalDate 11/11/99 Date
This document must be filed at the SWCD office And be attachedAo the facilities CAWMP
and be available for inspection at the fa lity
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(') New tempoary sprayfields must meet applicable buffer and setback requirements. Waste must not be applied to wetlands.

Lagoon Dike Inspection Report
Name of Farm/Facility E60 SyftG�_ fL(/�— J _1" W 31
Location of Farm/Facilityr%
Owner's Name, Address Ui co 4fzk(,o
and Telephone Number `
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Date of Inspection
Structural Height, Feet
Lagoon Surface Area, Acres
Upstream Slope,xH:IV
Embankment Sliding?
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Seepage?
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Erosion?
(Check One, Describe if Yes)
Condition of
Vegetative Cover
(Grass, Trees)
Did Dike Overtop?
ON
S1
Yes o0
Yes /'�_No
Yes /o
Names of Inspectors /` G
Freeboard, Feet 7 /
Top Width, Feet /
Downstream Slope, xH:l V 3
Yes No If Yes, Depth of Overtopping, Feet
Follow -Up Inspection Needed? Yes '—No
Engineering Study Needed? Yes /No
Is Dam Jurisdictional to the Dam Safety Law of 1967?
Other Comments
Yes ✓ No

State of North Carolina _
Department of EnvironmrJAN
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and Natural Resources'&
Division of Water Quality 0 6 2000 1y
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James B. Hunt, Jr., Govel
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Ecosystem Farms Inc
Eco Systems I (Sows)
444 Sammy Godwin Lane
Warsaw NC 28398
Dear Ecosystem Farms Inc:
'NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
December 30, 1999
Subject: Fertilizer Application Recordkeeping
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 31-196
Duplin County
This letter is being sent to clarify the recordkeeping requirement for Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN)
application on fields that are part of your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan.
In order to show that the agronomic loading rates for the crops being grown are not being exceeded, you
must keep records of all sources of nitrogen that are being added to these sites. This would include nitrogen
from all types of animal waste as well as municipal and industrial sludges/residuals, and commercial fertilizers.
Beginning January 1, 2000, all nitrogen sources applied to land receiving animal waste are required to
be kept on the appropriate recordkeeping forms (i.e. IRRI, IRR2, DRY1, DRY2, DRY3, SLURI, SLUR2,
SLD1, and SLD2) and maintained in the facility records for review. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)
compliance inspectors and Division of Soil and Water operation reviewers will review all recordkeeping during
routine inspections. Facilities not documenting all sources of nitrogen application will be subject to an
appropriate enforcement action.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Sonya Avant of the
DWQ staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincerely,
4� //
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
cc: Wilmington Regional Office
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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August 1, 1999
North Carolina D.E.H.N.R.
127 North Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, North Carolina 28405
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RE: Eco System Farm, Incr31-196Duplin County
June 8, 1999, Inspection_
Gentlemen:
A memorandum dated June 10`" from Mr. Alan Klimek to the Environmental
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Management Commission reflects that the Best Management Practices Numbers 1 & 1
were withdrawn from the temporary rules, which were effective June I". Therefore, we
believe it was not correct for inspectors to be writing these up as deficiencies as was cone
on our inspection. We respectively request that our file rellect that these items were rot
deficiency exceptions as the inspection report so indicated.
Also, our inspection reflected that we were designated for a wetable acres Jeterminati :)n.
We informed Mr. Dean Hunkele that we were establishing more land into pasture and
hay. Several acres are in the clearing process, which he could see. This is scheduled :o
be complete for fall over -seeding and spring sprigging of Bermuda. Once this work i:.
complete and our WMP amended wetable acres should be a non -issue. Allowing us to
invest the money in adding acres rather than spending mor ey to determine that we mi_;ht
need to add acres is a reasonable request as we see it.
We have continued to work to get the dike more completely covered with ;rass. Liming
will be done this fall when the new acreage is ready for seeding. We do not have access
to the original design drawing of the lagoon; however, our file at the time of the
inspection did have in it a copy of a scaled computer draw. ng of the actual measurements
of the lagoon which were taken in connection with the oril;inal certification.
We herewith request that these issues are noted in our record and the WAD be delayed
and replaced with an adjusted WMP. We expect to have the additional acreage planted in
fall forage grass later this year and hope to sprig with Bermuda next spring.
Unless we are advised to the contrary, we will proceed on he basis that thi s is accept, ble.
es E. Stockef, Pre§il
System farms, Inc.
cc: Mr. Kraig Westerbeek
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Revised April 20, 1999
JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number 1 �� o er f
Farm Name: - �F
On -Site Representative:
Inspector/Reviewer'sName: E�tL
Date of site visit: 6
Date of most recent WUP: 9`l
p a ron rs flagged fora wettable
acre determination due to failure of
Part/1 eligibility item(s) F1 F2- F3 F4
Operation not required to secure WA
determination at this time based on
exemption E1 E2 E3 E4
Operation pended for wettable acre
determination based on P1 P2 P3
Annual farm PAN deficit: � � pounds
Irrigation System(s) - circle #0 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 I. WA Determination Exemptions (Eligibility failure, Part II, overrides Part I exemption.)
E1 Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an I or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and D203 irrigation operating parameter sheets, including map
depicting wettable acres, is complete and signed by an I or PE.
E3 Adequate D, irrigation operating parameter sheet, including map depicting
wettable acres, is complete and signed by a WUP.
E4 75% rule exemption as verified in Part III. (NOTE:75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part II. Complete eligibility
checklist, Part II - F1 F2 F3, before completing computational table in Part III).
PART II. 75% Rule. Eligibility Checklist and Documentation of WA Determination
Requirements. WA Determination required because. operation fails one of the eligibility
requirements listed -below:
__ F1 Lack of acreage -which Tesultedinioverapplicationmfwastewater(PAN) onspray-
/ field(s)accordinafofarm'siasttwoyearsnfirrigation7ecords.-:
v F2 Unclear, -illegible, -or lack of information/map.
F3 Obvious -field limitations -(numerous:ditches;failurefo:deductTequired.._
buffer/setbackacreage; -or25%.oftotal--acreageddentified_in CAWMP::inbludes
small; irregularly shaped.fields=fields lessfhan-5acresfortravelers-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 III.

Revised April 20, 1999
Facility Number
Part III. Field by Field Determination of 75% Exemntinn Mrlp fnr WA r)Pf=rminatinn
TRACT
NUMBER
FIELD
NUMBER'•
TYPE OF
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
TOTAL
ACRES
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ACRES
FIELD
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and type of irrigation system.If pulls, etc. cross more than one field, inspector/reviewer will have to combine fields to
calculate 75% field by field determination for exemption; otherwise operation will be subject to WA determination.
FIELD NUMBER' - must be clearly delineated on map.
COMMENTS' - back-up fields with CAWMP acreage exceeding-75% of its total acres and having Teceived less than 50%
of its annual PAN as documented in the farm's previoustwo years' (1997 & 1998) of irrigation records, -cannot serve'as the
sole basis -for requiring a WA Determination:=Back-up fields -must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
by irrigation system.
Part IV. Pending WA Determinations -
P1 Plan lacks. following -information:
P2 Plan revision may:satisfy75% rule based on adequate overall PAN deficit and by
adjusting all field:acreage-to below 75% use rate
P3 Other (ie/in process of installing new irrigation system):

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QF WAr�9 Michael F. Easley, Governor
0 William G. Ross Jr., secretary
0 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
CO
j r Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
O r
Division of Water Quality
April 9, 2003
Eco System
Eco Systems I (Sows)
444 Sammy Godwin Lane
Warsaw NC 28398
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. NCA231196
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Duplin County
Dear Eco System:
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 February 13, 2003, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Eco System, 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 CDC Number
AWS310196 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 Eco Systems I (Sows), located in DuplinCounty, with an animal capacity of no
greater than an annual average of 400 Wean to Feeder, 1000 Feeder to Finish, 3500 Farrow to Wean
swine and the application to land as specified in the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan
(CAWMP). If this is a Farrow to Wean or Farrow to Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for
each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary, they may be replaced by an equivalent number of sows.
Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a rate of 4 gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until 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 Day careful attention to the record keeping
and monitorine conditions in this Dermit. The Devices to Automatically Stoo Irrieation 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 corttpleted and returned
to the Division of Water Ouality by no later than March 1st of each year.
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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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 thai ail cu„cnt FMCS standardq 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 COC, 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,
ide
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 NCA231196
Permit File AWS310196
NDPU Files

PRODUCER:
LOCATION:
TELEPHONE:
TYPE OPERATION:
Ecosystems 1
725 Veaches Mill Rd.
Warsaw, NC 28398
[phone]
Wean - Feeder
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 3500 sows, 1000 finishing, 400 nursery
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution
of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to
reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is
to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be
analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all
plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and available water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special precautions, waste may be
applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it
is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may result in runoff to
surface waters which is not allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be
considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for
crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a
growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the
waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
21-1.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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Gu. -i . 11 UTTOW427sTeff-. .. lrNTWiI
4M animals X 4,M (tons) waste/animal/year = 23,418.0 (tans) waste/year.
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
4900 animals X 4.37 lbs. PAN/animal/year = 21,392.0 lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N.C.
Guide Std. 633) Tech
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre Utilized Application
T1
1
Go,Au,No
Fes./Orchard
180
27.78
5000.4
F-June; S-Nov.
T1
2
Go,No
Bermuda(G&H
290
22.17
6429.3
March - Sept.
T1
2
Go,No
Small Grain
50
22.17
1108.5
Sept. - April
T1
3
Rumford
Bermuda(G&H
255
29.98
7644.9
March - Sept.
T1
3
Rumford
Small Grain
50
29.98
1499
Sept. -April
T1
4
Pine Trees
100
3.24
324
March - Oct.
T1
5
Pine Trees
100
4.93
493
March - Oct.
Total 1 88.1 1 22,499.10
'This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some
eastern counties of North Caroline to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients.
This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land [see
Required Specification 2])
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Acre* Utilized Application
Total
See footnote for Table 1.
Totals from above Tables
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
Table 1 88.10 22,499.10
Table 2
Total 88.10 22,499.10
Amount of N Produced 21,392.00
Surplus or Deficit (1,107.10)
NOTE., The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at
agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent over
application of nutrient or other elements.
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See attached map showing the Fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No. Rate fln/Hrl Amount tin_1
1
Go,Au,No
IFescue, Orchardgrass
0.5
0.75
2
Go,No
Bermuda
0.5
0.75
3
Ru
Bermuda
0.5
0.75
4,5
Au
Pine Trees
0.5
0.75
THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMILAR TABLE
WILL BE NEEDED FOR DRY LITTER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for 1$0 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every 6 MONTHS. In no instance should the volume
of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation `see lagoon design.
Call the local Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerty, Soil Conservation Service) or
Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste analysis report for
assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper application rate prior to
applying the waste.
Narrative of operation:
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.WASTExUTILlZA,TIMIP!_AN � MR
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.
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.
Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
may be applied to land that is eroding at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
Standard 393 - Filter Strip).
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field.
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that runoff
does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies.
8 Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
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_:. WASTE UTILIZATION RLAN 471 s W'
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10 Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
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
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that courses no runoff or drift from the site.
16 Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
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REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
17 If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
18 Waste handling structures, piping pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
19 Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetables and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied propellant with no further applications animal waste
during the crop season.
20 Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to
mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
21 Waste shall be tested within 69 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for three (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
22 Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.
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M1
WASME RT LIZA�iI'
Name of Farm: Ecosystems 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 Division of Environment Management (DEM) before the
new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface waters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: PC YW;sS
(Please prino - \ /1
Signature4
:�46
Date: t7�D
afY�
Name of Ma ager (If different from owner): ?� I( N&L F_ _-ToCri5Q
U J
Signature: 2 Date: 00
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Kraig A. Westerbeek
Affiliation: Murphy Family Farms
Address (Agency):
Signature:
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Date: ov

Sheetl
IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS
Landowner/Operator Name: Ecosystems 1
Address: 725 Veaches Mill Rd.
Warsaw, NC 28398
Telephone: [phone]
Table 1 - Field Specifications
Approximate
Maximum
Useable Size
Field of Field
Number (acres)
Soil Tvoe Slope % Croo(s)
County: Duplin
Date: 02/04/1 qg9
zry
Maximum
Maximum
Application
Application
per Irrigation
Rate
Cycle
(In/hr)
(inches) Comments
Pulls 2,4,6,8,10

Sheet2
TABLE 2 - Travelling Irrigation Gun Settings
Make, Model and Type of Equipment: Hardhose Traveller - Ag Rain
Field No. Travel Application TRAVEL LANE Wetted Nozzle Operating Operating
and Speed Rate Effective Effective Diameter Diameter Pressure Pressure Arc
Hydrant No. (fUmin) (in/hr.) Width(ft.) Length(ft) (feel) (Inches) at Gun(psi) at reel(psi) Pattern Comments Acres oer pull
F1,H1
2.19
0.56
225
240
300
1.18
50
90
220
1.84
F2, H2
1.83
0.41
225
775
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.60
F1,H3
1.83
0.41
235
560
300
1.18
50
90
300
3.75
F2,H4
1.83
0.41
235
750
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.78
F1,H5
1.83
0.41
240
780
300
1.18
50
90
300
5.03
F2,H6
1.83
0.41
240
720
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.70
F1,H7
3.66
0.69
240
790
300
1.18
50
90
180
5.08
F21H8
2.19
0.56
235
1000
300
1.18
50
90
220
5.76
F1,H9
1.83
0.41
240
820
300
1.18
50
90
300
5.25
F2,H10
1.83
0.41
240
290
300
1.18
50
90
300
2.33
F1,H11
1.83
0.41
270
850
300
1.18
50
90
300
5.74
F2,H12
1.83
0.41
170
270
300
1.18
50
90
300
1.09
F3,H13
1.83
0.41
270
640
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.74
F3,H14
1.83
0.41
270
350
300
1.18
50
90
300
2.94
F3,H15
1.83
0.41
240
575
300
1.18
50
90
300
3.90
F3,H16
1.83
0.41
240
200
300
1.18
50
90
300
1.83
F3,H17
1.83
0.41
240
430
300
1.18
50
90
300
3.10
F3,H18
1.83
0.41
210
830
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.36
F3,H19
1.83
0.41
270
350
300
1.18
50
90
300
2.94
F3,H2O
1.83
0.41
250
660
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.50
F4,1121
3.66
0.69
135
1000
300
1.18
50
90
300
3.24
F5,H22
1.83
0.41
270
750
300
1.18
50
90
300
4.93
F3,H23
1.83
0.41
270
75
300
1.18
50
90
300
1.67
TOTAL =
88.10

Sheet?
CALCULATIONS
Sprinkler Type:
Nelson 150
Nozzle Size:
1.18 inches
Sprinkler Pressure:
50 psi
Flowrate(GPM):
205 gpm
Wetted Diameter:
300 feet
Desired Spacing (%): 70 %
Design Spacing(feet): 210 'PVC irrigation pipe normally comes in 20' pieces,
so round to the nearest multiple of 20.
Actual Spacing (feet): 240 feet
Actual Spacing (%): 80 %
Application Rate =(96.3xFlowrate)/(3.1415x(.9xradius)squared)
Design App. Rate = 0.34 in/hr
300 degree arc = 0.41 in/hr
220 degree arc = 0.56 in/hr
180 degree arc = 0.69 in/hr
Travel speed = 1.605 x Flowrate / Desired application amount x Lane Spacing
Desired app. (in.) =
0.75 inches
300 degree arc =
1.83 ft/min
220 degree arc =
2.19 ft/min
180 degree arc =
3.66 ft/min
Velocity = .408 x Flowrate / pipe diameter squared feet/sec."
"For buried pipelines, velocity should be below 5 feet per second
Pipe size: 6 inches
Velocity= 2.32 ft/sec.
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Maximum Mainline Friction Loss
Most distant hydrant: 1
Total distance: 2400 feet
Friction Loss is figured using Hazen/William's Equation
Friction Loss= 0.30 feet/100 feet
Max. Mainline Loss = 7.3 feet or
Head
3.1 psi
Total Dynamic
Sprinkler Pressure:
50 psi
Loss through traveller:
40 psi
Elevation head:
0 psi
Mainline loss:
3.1 psi
Suction head and lift:
2.5 psi
5% fitting loss:
4.8 psi
TOTAL(TDH) = 100.4 psi or
Horsepower u!red
Horsepower = Flowrate x TDH(feet) / 3960 / Pump effeciency
Pump Description: Cornell
Pump Efficiency: 50 %
Horsepower Required: 24.0 Hp
Thrust Blocking `NA, system already installed
Thrust Block Area = Thrust / Soil Bearing Strength
Thrust:
feet
Soil Bearing Strength:
feet
End Cap:
NA
ft2
90 degree elbow:
N
ft2
Tee:
#VALUE!
ft2
45 degree elbow:
#VALUE!
ft2
232.0 feet
Pipe Pressure Rating Check
Pressure Rating of Pipe to be Used: psi
Max. Pressure on system when running: 100.4 psi
70% of Pressure Rating: 0 psi
If Max. Pressure on system is less than 70% of Pressure Rating, OK
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IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGNER
Name:
Kraig Westerbeek
Company:
Murphy Farms
Address:
PO Box 759 Rose Hill, NC 28458
Phone:
[phone]
Required Documentation
The following details of design and materials must accompany all irrigation designs:
1. A scale drawing of the proposed irrigation system which includes hydrant locations, pipelines, thrust block locations and buffer areas where applicable.
2. Assumptions and computations for determining total dynamic head and horsepower requirements.
3. Computations used to determine all mainline and lateral pipe sizes.
4. Sources and/or calculations used for determining application rates.
5. Computations used to determine the size of thrust blocks and illustrations of all thrust block configurations required in the system
6. Manufacturer's specifications for the irrigation pump, traveler and sprinkler(s).
7. Manufacturer's specifications for the irrigation pipe and/or USDA•NRCS standard for IRRIGATION WATER CONVEYANCE.
8. The information required by this form are the minimum requirements. It is the responsibility of the designer to consider all relevant factors at a particular site and
address them as appropriate.
9. Irrigation pipes should not be installed in lagoon or storage pond embankments without the approval of the designer.
NOTE: A buffer strip of 25' or wider must be maintained between the limits of the irrigation system and all
perennial streams and surface waters per NC Statutes.

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System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount
without having to perform additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction
of pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
'Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority. It is especially
important to manage levels so that you do not have problems during extended rainy and
wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the
receiving crop is dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagrass) or when there are
extended rainy spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means
that at the first signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation according to
a farm waste management plan should be done whenever the land is dry. enough to
receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for future wet
periods. In the late summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the low
marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made to
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and waste
utilization plan will allow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
irrigate does not leave room for storing excess water during extended wet periods.
Overflow from the lagoon for any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following:
Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam.
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous stand. The amount of fertilizer applied should be
based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain
a soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas
should be fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or
equivalent.
Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating
the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes --look for:
1. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

Lagoon surface ---look for:
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
Embankment ---look for:
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability --slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon dam.
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps ---check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your pumping
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not the time
to think about switching, repairing , or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is full,
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface
drainage waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets,
and parking lot runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste
treatment or storage structures. The only water that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
l . adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an inflow problem from a surface water diversion or there may be seepage into the
lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before
waste loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial
filling or another means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of
the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize
bacterial establishment (due to warmer weather).
It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon
liquid volume. This seeding should occour at least two weeks prior to the
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained
and recharged each day, also work well.

Practice water conservation ---minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Management:
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 2-1).
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so that temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide maximum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon.
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment.
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:

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

Possible Causes of Lagoon Failure
Lagoon failures result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure. Types
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure ---an example is the placement of a pipe
in the dam without proper design and construction. (Consult an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels ---high levels are a safety risk.
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam.
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon.
Liner integrity ---protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly -cause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ) (910) 895-39oo
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS) a95-alLo
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) aae alao
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) a96 -a I ao.
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) aILf3
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking,
overflowing or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters
or leave you property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every
effort to ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible
location for all employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should
take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may ore may not be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwo.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that cause the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include: -
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
E. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed
to flowing leaks -possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch from the embankment to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.
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Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage notes, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours call your DWQ regional office; Phone - -. After
hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should include: your
name, facility number, telephone number, the details.of the incident from item 2
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of
the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that have been
under taken, and the seriousness of the sitution.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number.
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Helath Department.
d. Contact CEs, phone number - , local SWCD office phone number - -, and local
NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -.
If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff's Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair or problem to minimize off -
site damage.
a.
b.
C.
Contractors Name:
Contractors Address:
Contractors Phone: 4,0 i
Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:
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Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste managment plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
2

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

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

SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead Swine production KVegotative or wooded buffers;
( ) Recommended best management
p ctices;
( Good judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces Dirty manure -covered animals (YDry floors
Floor surfaces Wet manure -covered floors (q SSl�otted floors;
w waterers located over slotted floors;
( 1 Feeders at high and of solid floors;
11 Scrape manure buildup from floors;
( 1 Underfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection pits Urine ( Frequent manure removal by flush,pit
recharge,or scrape
Parital micorbial decomposition ( I Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans Volatile gases; (YFan maintenance;
Dust (.Kfficient air movement
Indoor surfaces Dust (4Vashdown between groups of animals
( 1 Feed additives;
( 1 Feeder covers;
(.),feed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
Flush tanks Agitation of recycled lagoon
( I Flush tank covers
liquid whiles tanks are filling
( 1 Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti -siphon vents
Flush alleys Agitation during wastewater
( I Underfloor flush with underfloor
conveyanance
ventilation
Pit recharge points Agitation of recycled lagoon GrExtend rechard lines to near bottom of
liquid while pits are filling pits with anti -siphon vents
Lift stations
Agitation during sump tank filling
and drawdown
( 1 Sump tank covers
Outside drain collection Agitation during wastewater ( I Box covers
or junction boxes conveyance
End of drainpipes at lagoon Agitation during wastewater 1 ) Extend discharge point of pipes
underneath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces Volatile gas emissions -I Proper lagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing w Correct lagoon startup procedures
Agitation ( ) Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
Minimum agitation when pumping
() Mechanical aeration
() Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation (1Ylrrigate on dry days with little or no wind
Wind draft 1 I Minimum recommended operation pressure
\4 Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface
( 1 Pump from second -stage lagoon
AMOC—November 11. 1996

Storage tank or basin Partial microbial decomposition
( I Bottom or midlevel loading
surface Mixing while filling
( ) Tank covers
Agitation when emptying
1 ) Basin surface mate of solids
( 1 Proven biological additives or oxidants
Settling basin surface . Partial micobial decomposition
( ) Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
Mixing while filling
level
Agitation when emptying
( ) Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading
( ) Soil injection of slurry/sludges
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions
( ) Wash residual manure from spreader after use
( 1 Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry Volatile gas emissions while drying
( ) Soil infection of slurry/sludges
or sludge on field surfaces
( ) Soil incorporation within 48 hours -
( ) Spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
( ) Proven biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals Carcass decomposition (1VProper disposition of carcasses
Dead animal disposal Carcass decomposition () Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
pits () Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators Incomplete combustion () Secondary stack burners
Standing water around Improper drainage WGrade and landscape such that water drains
facilities Microbial decomposition of away from facilities
organic matter
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads VFarm access road maintenance
roads from farm access
Additional Information:
Available From:
Swine Manure Management; 0200 Rule/BMP Packet
NCSU-County Extension Center
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies, EBAE Fact Sheet
NCSU-BAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge —Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
NCSU-BAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Fluse—Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
NCSU-BAE
Lagoon Desig and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-83
NCSU-BAE
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet
NCSU-BAE
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIH-33
NCSU-Swine Extension
Environmental Assuranc Program: NPPC Manual
NC Pork Produces Assoc
Options for Managing Odor; a report from the Swine Odor Task Force
NCSU Agri Communications
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PR0107, 1995 Conference Proceedings Florida Cooperative Extension
The issues checked (a pertain to this operation. The landowner/integrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
odor control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned odor control Best Managment Practices have been reviewed with me.
(LandoWner
AMOC—November 11, 1996

MORTALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS
(check which method(s) are being implemented)
Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours
after knowledge of the death. The burial be at least 300 feet from
any flowing steam or public body of water.
( 11 Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G. S. 106-168.7
( ) Complete incineration
} ( ) In the case of dead poultr
y y only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and
design approved by the Department of Agriculture.
( ) Any method which in the professional opinion of the State
Veterinarian would make possible the salvage of part of a dead
animal's value without endangering human or animal health. (Written
approval of the State Veterinarian must be attached)

State of North Carolina
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MAR 0 7 2001
Michael F. Easley, Governor,
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary. _
Kerr T. Stevens, Director L_
March 5, 2001
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Ecosystem Farms Inc
Eco Systems I (Sows)
444 Sammy Godwin Lane
Warsaw NC 28398
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Facility Number 31-196
Duplin County
Dear Ecosystem Farms Inc:
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 6/8/99 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.
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Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
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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
g.t i„ vn„r r-.Pltified Animal Waste Management Plan.
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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
Murphy Family Farms

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Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Division of Water Quality
October 8, 1998
Certified Mail # Z 153 116 041
Return Receipt Requested
Mr. Richard Burrows
Burrows and Hall Attorneys at Law
PO Box 816
Wallace, NC 28466
NCDENR
NO CAROLINA DE TMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Response to your letter dated September 11, 1998
Ecosystem Farm #1
Facility Number: 31-196
Duplin County
Dear Mr. Burrows:
Thank you for your letter dated September 11, 1998 in which you expressed concerns
about the Show Cause Meeting letter issued to Mr. Mike Stocker on September 1, 1998. Please
find enclosed copies of the Sixth Guidance Memo for Implementing the Environmental
Management Commission's Regulations for Animal Waste Management (15A NCAC 2H .0217)
and the Sixth Guidance Memo (Revision Two). I've highlighted the pertinent areas.
As to the individual operating the waste application equipment, Mr. Stocker is the
designated certified operator in charge for the Ecosystem Farm #1. He is responsible for the
supervision of the application practices, regardless of the fact that Mr. George Garvin was the
actual operator of the equipment.
Based the records provided by Mr. Stocker at the time of inspection, he repeatedly applied
waste to areas of spray field #3 that had reached the limit of the PAN loading rate recommended
by his Waste Utilization Plan (WUP). Although there were other areas of field #3 that had not
reached their nitrogen limit, Mr. Stocker continued to apply waste to pull #18. This exhibits poor
waste management practices that could result in groundwater contamination.
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Mr. Richard Burrows
October 5, 1998
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Because Mr. Stocker's permitted WUP limits him to 50 lbs/ac of nitrogen on a small grain
overseed, he cannot take advantage of the recent increases for small grain overseeds until his WUP
is amended. If Mr. Stocker amends his WUP to reflect the increases in the PAN for a small grain
overseed, he must notify the Wilmington Regional Office of the changes.
To address the small grain overapplication deductions from the bermuda crop, my
recommendation to deduct any overapplication on the small grain from the following bermuda crop
was not based on a per field basis. The `98 nitrogen balances for bermuda should be adjusted
only in those pulls where overapplication occurred.
If you would like to view the Ecosystem Farm #1 file in the Wilmington Regional Office,
please make an appointment with Brenda Shumbarger 24 hours in advance. Mrs. Shumbarger as
well as David Holsinger or Brian Wrenn can be reached at 910-395-3900 if you have any
questions concerning this matter..
Sincerely,
Brian L. Wrenn
Environmental Specialist
attachments
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Sandra Weitzel. NC Division of Soil and Water Conservation
Dr. Garth Boyd, Murphy Family Farms
Wilmington Files
Operations
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August 23,1998 AUG 2 7 1998
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Wilmington Regional Office
127 North Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, North Carolina 28405
Attention: Mr. Brian L. Wrenn
s, Inc. Duplin County
AWS310196
Dear Mr. Wrenn:
By now you should have a response in your possession concerning subject from our Waste Management
Specialist Mr. Kraig Westerbeek.
We believe his response along with the attachments should be adequate to alleviate your concerns about
our pumping records. However, we hereby acknowledge that we have reviewed all of the detail records
concerning Field Three. While there appeared to be over application on some individual pulls per the
WNW, there was no over application on the entire field. The WNW specifies 20 acres and the measured
areas of the pulls according to my calculations are in excess of 26. Half of the field border is trees. The
other half is the farm road and the lagoon itself The plan stated that the over seeded crop was Rye. The
actual crop was Oregon Ryegrass which will uptake much more nutrients than Rye as pointed out by Mr.
Westerbeek. The flow rates and resulting numbers of units of PAN applied are a function of `Best
Estimation" based on engine RPM's, resulting PSI at the pump and the nozzle head applied over the time
run. It is our opinion that much of the requested data does not pertain to the issue since we are advised by
legal counsel that DWQ does not have the authority to mandate exactness on individual pulls due in part to
terrain and soil type within fields. The accounting task to do so would be next to impossible.
We continue to strive to upgrade our farm in accordance with the suggestions from prior inspections as well
as our practical thoughts on nutrient management and control. Our plan is to continue to do those things
that are within our economic means and other capabilities that we feel will improve our environmental
impact.
Enclosed is a picture of the questioned area that was made in early May. We believe that it reflects an
appearance of a productive farm being operated properly. Should you have further questions please let us
know.
ECO SYSTEM FARMS
Michael E. Stocker
Secretary and Manager

MURPHY
FAMILY FARMS
NCDENR
Wilmington Regional Office
Att. Brian Wrenn
127 N. Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
Dear Mr. Wrenn,
AUG 1 0 1998
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I am writing on behalf of EcoSystems I in response to your July 8, 1998 request
for further information. According to the records on the farm at the time of your
inspection, pulls 3-2, and 3-18 showed over application of nitrogen on the 1997-98 small
grain overseed. (Pull 3-2 represents pull 4-2 shown in your letter, is was renamed to
better reflect its location on the farm.)
After reviewing these records with Mr. Mike Stocker, farm manager, errors
became apparent in the calculation of the acres covered in the routines in question.
Revised calculations show 3.3 acres covered in routine 3-2, and 3.8 acres in routine 3-18.
The records available during your inspection showed .61 and 1.05 respectively. Mr.
Stocker used the revised acreage to produce an updated IRR2 form for these pulls and I
have included them for your records. You will see that this change reduced greatly the
PAN applied per acre, with only 48 pounds of actual over application on 3-18, and 23
pounds under application on 3-2. To clarify the records, the actual overseed used on the
fields in question was Oregon ryegrass instead of rye. Although NRCS' current technical
standards do not differentiate between the two, ryegrass will normally out yield rye grain
by 40-50% between the months of October and March.
I have also included for your records a copy of the current CAWMP for this facility along
with the rainfall and freeboard data provided by the grower. Included in this CAWMP is
a volume sheet for the lagoon at Ecosystems I. At this time we do not feel it is necessary
to revise the current WUP for this facility. If you need any further information, please
contact me at [phone] ext. 4556, or Mike Stocker at [phone].
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A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
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Ecosystem Farms Inc
Eco Systems I (Sows)
725 Veaches Mill Road
Warsaw NC 28398
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NCFrN CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Reissuance of Certificate of Coverage
No.AWS310196
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment, Storage and
Application System
Duplin County
Dear Ecosystem Farms Inc:
The Division of Water Quality modified the Swine Waste Operation General Permit originally issued to
this facility on August 11, 1997. In accordance with the issuance of the revised General Permit, we are
forwarding this Certificate of Coverage (COC) to Ecosystem Farms Inc, authorizing the operation of the
subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with
General Permit AWG100000. This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but
not limited to, the management of animal waste from the Eco Systems I (Sows), located in Duplin
County, with an animal capacity of no greater than 400 Wean to Feeder, 1000 Feeder to Finish and 3500
Farrow to Wean and the application to land as specified in the Certified Animal Waste Management
Plan (CAWMP).
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until April 30, 2003, and shall hereby void
COC No AWS310196 dated August 11, 1997. The COC shall hereby incorporate by reference any
specific conditions of the previous COC issued to this facility. The purpose of this COC is to allow
coverage under the revised General Permit. Please review the revised General Permit (enclosed) and pay
particular attention to Condition II.10 regarding tree removal from lagoon embankments, Condition III.1
regarding inspection frequency of the waste treatment, storage and collection system and Condition III.6
regarding notification requirements for system failures, spills and emergencies. Pursuant to this COC,
you are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations
as specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC, with no discharge of wastes to
surface waters. An adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required monitoring data and
operational information must be established for this farm. Any increase in waste production greater than
the certified design capacity or increase in number of stocked animals above the number authorized by
this COC will require a modification to the CAWMP and this COC and shall be completed prior to
actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the
General Permit or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance
with NCGS 143-215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive
relief.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Certificate of Coverage AWS310196
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Page 2
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,
for A. Preston oward, 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

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 11, 1997
Mike Stocker
Eco Systems I (Sows)
725 Veaches Mill Road
Warsaw NC 28398
ALf�
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C)EHNR
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS310196
Eco Systems I (Sows)
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment, Storage
and Application System
Duplin County
Dear Mike Stocker:
In accordance with your application received on August 7, 1997, we are forwarding this Certificate
of Coverage (COC) to Farm No. 31-196, 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 Eco Systems I (Sows) Farm, located in Duplin County, with an animal capacity of
no greater than 400 Wean to Feeder, 1000 Feeder to Finish, and 3500 Farrow to Wean and the application
to a minimum of 84.5 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.
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.
Upon notification by the Division of this COC's expiration, you shall apply for its renewal. This
request shall be made within 30 days of notification by the Division.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be
submitted to the DWQ prior to a name change or change in ownership.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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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 Mike Lewandowski at [phone] ext. 362.
Sincerely,
l
/A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E.
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Duplin County Health Department
Wilmington -Regional -Office, Water Quality.Se_ction-�
Duplin County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File

W28/97 16:23 FAX [phone]
MURPHS FAM F.MS
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Re
Division of Water Quality
Non -Discharge Permit Application Form f Survey
(7I11S FORM MAY 8E PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
AUG 12 1997
General Permit - Liquid Animal Waste Operations
T.
The following questions have been completed utilizing information on file with the`
Division- Please review the information for completeness and make any corrertiotts r
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::7-3 f —c) ,-_
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REQUIRED ITEbIS CHECKLIST
Please indicate that ,you have included the following required items by siCning your initials in the space provided near m each
item.
1. One completed and signed original and one copy of the application for General Peratit - Anima]
Waste Operations;
2. Two copies of a general location map indicating the locztion of the animal waste facilities and
field locations where animal waste is disposed;
3. Two topics of the CertiClcd Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If the facility does
not have a CAINW. and must he completed prior to suhmittal of a general permit application
for animal waste operations.
II. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Farm's name: -Eco Svstems J_(&ws
2. Print Land Owner's name: Ecosystem Farrns inc
3. Land Owner's Mailing addness: 725 Veaches Mill Road
City: Warsaw NC Zip: 2R398
Telephone Numbetc 93.3607
4. County where farm is located: -Dublin
5. Farm Location (Directions from nearest major highway. Please include SR numbers for state made Please include a copy
of a county road map with the location of the fares identified): From Warsaw. AtmM@�nQof NC 24 and NCj0. later_ SR
1300 E For 1.5 milm turn left onto SR 1.150for 1.0 mile- turn riall, onto SR 1305 for 1.4 intersection of
SR 1305 and SR 1301 onto SR 1307 for 4 miles m farm mtmnec on nghr.
6. Pont Frm1 Manager's name (ifdifferent from Lend Owner): Mi1-e Stocker _
7. Lessee's I lnte?ratars name (if applicable; please Circle which type is listed): MnlRhv Familv Farm%
31 - 196
FORM. AWO-G-E 2/26197 Page 1 of 3

07/28/97 16:23 FAX [phone] MCRiPHY FAX FARRYS
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III. OPERATION INFORMATION:
1. Farm No.: 31-196
2. Operation Description: _Swint operation
Wean to Feeder
Feeder to Finish
Farrow to Wean
4900 - Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct? yes; Q nn.
Tvrx of Swine
0 Wean to Feeder
0 Feeder to Finish
0 Farrow to Wean (0 sow)
o Farrow to Feeder (it sow)
If no, toad( below using the design capacity of the facility
No. of Animals Tvnc of Pnulrry No. of Animals-
0 Farrow to Finish (# sow)
Other Type of Livestock on die farm:
0 layer
0 Non -Layer
07Wkey
TyMof Cartle No.nf Animals
0 Dairy
0 Beef
of Animals:-
3- Acreage cleared and available for application: 89.5 ;Required Acreage (as listed in the CAWMP): 84.5
4. Number of Lagoons: I ; Total Capacity: 1946393 Cubic Feet (0)
Number of Storage Ponds: _ : Total Capacity:
5. Is animal waste being applied on any field which has subsu face drains?
6. Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity of or under the lagoon?
Cubic Feet (ft3)
YFIS or (please circle one)
YES ur; (please circle one)
IV. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
I, t<Co SY51Fr11 F14 IttX'. (Land Owner's name listed in question LL2), auest that
this application for it n SVSTEAI,s (Farm name listed in question rl.l)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete ro the best of my knowledge_ I understand that if all required parts of this
Application arc not completed and that if all requited suppurting information and anaehments are not inciuded, this application package
will be rerumed to me as incomplete.
Signature
V . MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (compiee only if diffmam from the Land Owner)
SKE STOUM (Manager's name listed in question 11.6), attest that this
application for &0 5)$TFa( l (Farm name listed in question 11_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 diis
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and arachments are not included, this application package
will be tett:med a ass�inc./omplleLo. �— ge_'
Signature /ri �tlla.,f C. f X� Date A�/9
THE CONIPL-EIED 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

07/28/97 16:23 FAX [phone] MIRPHY FAX FAROS
14005
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Non -Discharge Permit Application Form I Survey
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL.)
General Permit - Liquid Animal Waste Operations
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY REGIONAL OFFICES (2/97)
Asheville Regional WQ Supervigor
59 Woodfin Place
Asheville. NC 28801
(704) 25 1 -6209
Fax [phone]
Avery
Macon
Buncombe
Madison
Burke
McDowell
Caldwell
Mitchell
Cherokee
Polk
Clay
Rutherford
Graham
Swain
Haywood'
Transylvania
Henderson
Yancey
Jackson
Fayetteville Regional WQ Supervisor
Wachovia Building. Suite 714
Aayelleville, NC 28301
[phone]
Fax [phone]M
Washington Regional WQ Supervisor
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, NC 27889-
(919)946-64g1
Fax [phone]
Bcaufon Janes
Benie
Lancer
Camden
Martin
Chowan
Pamlico
Craven
Pasquotank
Currituck
Petquirrans
Dare
Pitt
Gates
Tyrell
Greene
Washington
Hartford
Wayne
Hyde
Mooresville Regional WQ Supervisor
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
[phone]
Fax gm) 663.6o40
Raleigh Regional WQ Supervisor
3800 Barrett Dr.
Raleigh, NC 27609
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Chatham
Nash
Durham
Northampton
Edgecombe
Grange
Franklin
Person
Granville
Vance
Halifax
Wake
Johnston
Warren
Lee
Wilson
Wilmington Regional WQ Supervisor
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, NC 28405.3845
[phone]
Fax [phone]
Anson
Moore
Alexander
Lincoln
Brunswick New Hanover
Bladen
Richmond
Cabamhs
Mecklenburg
Carteret Onslow
Cumberland
Robeson
Catawbe
Rowan
Columbus Pender
Harnett
Sampson
Cleveland
Stanly
Duplin
Hoke
Scotland
Gaston
Union
Montgomery
Tredell
Winston-Salem Regional WQ Supervisor
585 Waughtown Street
Winston-Salem. NC 27107
(910) 7714600
Fax [phone]
Alamance
Rockingham
Allegheny
Randolph
Ashe
Stokes
Caswell
Surry
Davidson
Watauga
Davie
Wilkes
Forsyth
Yadkin
Guilford
FORM: AWO-G-E 2197 Page 3 of 3

Producer. rLO Sys�em5
Location: SR 136-1 - ��p���-• �`�`^�y
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Telephone: (910)a.`t 3 - 3 (o0 —j
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Type Operation: Wean - pc e: i 2. r
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ern
Number of Ammals: 3500 w5
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(Design Capacity) 1000 l nish%
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The waste from your animal facility ffirst be d applied at a specified rate to prevent
m
pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should
be used to reduce the amount of commercial fettiizer 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 arc
strongly encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields ofthe
crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an
environmentally safe manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be
grown and the nutrient content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop -
can utilize. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching.
potentials, cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities.. Normally
waste shall not be applied to land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With
special precautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per 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 runoffto surface waters which is not
allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drifr
and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for crop production -
and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or
applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting Injecting the waste or -
disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on -typical nutrient content
for this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis
report from your waste management facility. Attached you will fmd information on
proper sampling techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for -
analysis.
This waste utilization plan. if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with_ 15'A--
NCAC 2110217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.

400 animals x.!f2(amc) waste/ammal/year = I (eir(amt) waste/year.
a3Pgis +ems
A Aunt of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN, &&ced Per Year
1000 xa3 c ai300
NaOanimals X,yB lbs. PAN/animal/year = i9 albs. PAN/year. (PAN from N. C. Tecb
Guide Std 633) at) 3 9 a #(p R N
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have
appropriate equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner_
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown
and surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
9 No. Tvne PP Ar. * TTr;l;ova e,...Z;--.4—
�■���r-�
• •
��■raw_
.
.
Total 1 `6`1.5 111.,%J If I
' nis N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial
fertiAzL are applied, they must be accounted for. N must be bared on realisticyidd.
ezmectadom
NO The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over -applied while meeting theN
requirements Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Managenwt Act will requirefamms br
some eastern counties of North Carolina to have a nutrient mmnagement plan that addresses_
all nutrients This plan only addresses Nitrogen:
2-

Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONGTERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own
adequate land (see Required Specification 21)
Traot- Feld Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
s See footnote for Table]. '
Totals from above Tables
Table 1
Table 2
Total
Amount of N
Surplus <
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
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a1 sag
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a1 Slg
Produced
ficit
a 1' 92
10)
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions forperiodieland
application of sludge at agronomic rates The sludge will be nutrient rich: andwill
require precautionary measures to prevent overapplication•of nutrients orother
elemenm
3

See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
No. Rate (IuJ1r) Amount (In.)
I
6c-A%-n/6
I FrscU-
_ 5
1 .5
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Go -140
1
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3
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S
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THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMIIAR TABLE WBS.
BE NEEDED FOR DRY LIITER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for 9a days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every3 MONTHS. In no instance should -
the volume of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevationw,,!�e- 34M, C'
Call the local.Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil. Conservation
Service) or Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste
analysis report for assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper -
application rate prior to- applying the waste.

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFTCA,T20NS
1. -Anima-1 waste shall not reach surfarp waters of the state by
unoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct application, or
direct diochargc during operatior_ or land application. ALLY
A-'scharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited-
?. There must be documentation in the design folder that the
producer either owns or has an agreement for use of'
f adequate'
land_ on which to pronerly_app.ly -the- wasta._ Tr the_producer--does—
---- _ -- nor own adequata- land: -to properly dispose ot—waste=k�i=she skai=-
Provide- a copy eF an agretraitnt with a landownct wliu 1a within. a-
- - reasonable proximity, allowing- h3,;,/her the. use of the land "for
waste application. It is the responsibility of- owner of the. _
facility to secure an update of the Waste Utilization -Plan when:-
here is a chancre 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
nitrocen needs for realistic crop yields based on soil tvpe,
- - available moisture, historical data, climatic.conditions, and
level of management, unless there are ragulations that.res riot
t_ rate of application for other nutrients.
4
A_imal waste shall be applied to '_and eroding less than 5 tons
per acre per year. Waste may be applied. to land that is eroding
at 5 or mo_ re_tons,-_but less than_io_ tons _MAr =�,. _ _.per year--
providing grass filter strips are instailed.where runof= leaves
the field. (See FOTG Standard 393 -Filter stria)
S. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste -or diski::c after
waste. application. Waste should. not be applied when were -is
danger of. drift from the irritation Meld.
6. Wren animal waste is to be applied. on acres subject to
loodsng, it. will be soil incorporated on conventionally tilled_
cropland. When applied to conservation tilled. crops or
grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided.the appiicatien_
does not occur dur'_ng a season prone to flooding. (See "Weather
aid Climate in North Carolina" for guidance.)
7. Mould waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed t,e soil
_afiltration race such that runoff does not occur offsite or to
sur=ace waters and in a method -which does not cause drift from
e site during application. No ponding should occur i- order
--o control odor or flies.
S. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated. soils, during
aif:ial1 events, .,r when the surfaCe -s frozen.
9. Animal. waste shall. be applied on act %elv growing crops in- such:
a manner that the crop is not covered with: waste to a denth.that-
would inhibit growth. The -potential for salt. damage from -animal.
waste should also �_,e considered.
c?-wes- 1D:

WASTE UTZLZZATIQN PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFZCATIONS
10. waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted crops on sciis with a high potential for
leaching. waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should. be
held to a minimum and a suicacle winter cover crop planed to
take. up released nutrients. waste shall not be applied more
dormanc30 days prior to planting o= the crop
y or forages breaking
y new`sudne facility sited -on or -after octcber-i,. i995 shall -
comply with the following, The outer perimeter of -the Tangy area
onto which waste_ is. applied from a lagoon: that is a..component cE
a ,swine - .farm shall be at Least 5o feet from.anv residential
progeny boundary and from any perennial stream or river (other:
than an irrigation. ditch or canal_. Animal -waste other tharr:
swine waste from facilities sitec.on or after October 1, T995),-
shall not be applied closer than ZS feet to perennial waters:..
(See Standard.393 - Filter Strins)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than Loo feet to
wells.
13. Animal. waste shall not be applied closer -than -100 -feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
Wasfw_sha11 be applied in a-mannernot to=-reac_r ctZe� praperty
and public right-o=-ways.
1-5. animal waste shall not be discharged_ into surface waters,
drainageways, or wetlands by a. discharge or by over -spraying.
Animal was:. may be applied. to prior converted cron_iand provided -
they have been apnroved_as a land application site by a
"technical specialist". Animal waste shall not. be applied=on
grassed waterways that discharges directly intcn water courses,
and on .other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at
agronomic rates La a manner that causes, no runoff or drift from-
tne site.
L6. Domestic and industrial waste from washdowr_ facilities,
showers, toilets, sinks, e�:., shall not c:e discharged into the:
animal waste management system.
L7. A protective cover of approoriate vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas (lagoon embankments, berms,
pipe _^,ns, etc.). Areas shall be fenced, as necessary, to
protect the vegetaticrr. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, --and
other woody species, etc. , are- 1lmited to areas where considered
appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept' mowed .and. accessible-.
3erms and structures should. be inspected regularly for: evidence-
of erosion, leakage or discharge.

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REOUTRED SR'!CIFICATIONS
Z9. 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
— pU,4:ji1jil.LLy of do illegal discharge, pollution and erosion_
i3. Waste hand1in4 st_-uctures,piping,
be inspected on a e basis tpis• reels, er.,._, leakEri
regular basis to prevent breakdowns, Ieaka,
and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be kept on
20. Animal waste can be. used in a rotat4 on. that includes vegetables
and other crops for direct i
human. consumption.. Tic
wev_e` i�
nimal waste -is used on crops nor direct human consumption: it: should only be applied preplant with no further applications: of animal waste daring -the- crop season.. -
2i. 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 ma_ntain 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
_.be_testea at least- annual?y._at_.crop. sites_where.waste --- products are anahed--Nitrocreri sliali be the rate- det----m* ng element. Zinc and copper Levels in the soils shall be-
mcn=tared and alternative crop sites: shall be uocd when thee- metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be. adjusted for
optz-mum crop producticn and maintained. Soil e
and waster'
analysis records shall be kept, for five years. Poult_sr dry
waste application records shall be maintained for t.=ee (3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be
maintained -for =' (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed o£ in
Caroiina regulations. a manner that meets North
- Magee- IL

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specification and the operation: and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan fbrthe�
farm named above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
certification to be submitted to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before
the new animals are stockted I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface wasters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be Sled on -site at the
farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility OwnerU A M e S
e
CI-i2. 2 S.
(Please P`
Signature: P.d� Cl2 P.t�
Date:
Name ofManager(If different fro owner):
Signature:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please pang
Kric._ c5 ter b��
Affiliation: )v \ Fl
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System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates.
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,.
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the -
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the'
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged.
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis. to
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at.
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because -
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount
without having to perform additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling:
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transact perpendicular to the direction
of pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers.
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
'Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority. It is especially
important to manage levels so that you do not have problems during extended rainy and
wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the
receiving crop is dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagrass) or when there are -
extended rainy spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means.
that at the fast signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation according.ta
a farm waste management plan should be done whenever the land is dry enough to
receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for fimm wet
periods. In the late summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the low
marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made to
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather: and -waste
utilization plan will allow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before startingto
irrigate does not leave room for storing excess water during extended wet periods.
Overflow from the lagoon for any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of.
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following:
Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam.
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous stand. The amount of fertilizer applied should be
based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain
a soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas.
should be fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or
equivalent.
Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth.
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowedtoenter-
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating -
the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes —look for.
1. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

Lagoon surface —look for.
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
Embankment —look for.
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability —slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp area on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon. dam..
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave action_ If,
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles. in the.lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should. not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps —check for proper operation of.-
1 . recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your -pumping -
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some•
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not. the time
to think about switching, repairing, or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is full,.
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface.
drainage waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets,
and parking lot runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste
treatment or storage structures. The only water that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing -
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in:
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may -
have an inflow problem from a surface water diversion or there may be seepage into the-
lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:.
Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before -
waste loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial
filling or another means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of
the lining.
4- When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize
bacterial establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon
liquid volume. This seeding should occour at least two weeks prior to the -
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below.
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid:
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
7: A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm -
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the! -
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daffy are -
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or -more buildings are drained:
and -recharged each day, also work well.

Practice water conservation —minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
ALIMagerneuL-
_ Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 24).
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so that temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide maximum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid -
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon -
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankmenL
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a_
pollutant discharge.
SIudge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:

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

Possible Causes of Lagoon Failure.
Lagoon failures result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure. TjTm
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping,. and breach ofthe-
dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures- include::
Modification of the lagoon structure —an example is. the placement of a pipe
in the dam without proper design and construction_ (Consult an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes. in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels —high levels. are a safety risk.
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam_
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon_
Liner integrity —protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater .
table.
NOTE:. If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving: water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly. cause a large discharge.
of wastewater and possible dam failure.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ) C4�o� 3g539oo
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS) a9s-a��o
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD)
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS) 9t.-a I ao
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) aa6 ai4�
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are: leaking;.
overflowing or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters.
or leave you property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every
effort to ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in art accessible:
location for ail employees at the facility. The following are some. action items you should -
take.
?.. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this- may ore may not be:
Possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwo.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that cause the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff: occurred:
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include: .
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
E. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage -as- opposed:
to flowing leaks -possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch from the embankment -to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animaisand:fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
C. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls- and:lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.

2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage notes, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
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a. During normal business hours call your DWQ regional office; Phone --. After
hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should include: your
name, facility number, telephone number, the details of the incident from iterrr 2
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement.of
the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that have been
under taken, and the seriousness of the sitution.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMSphone number.
c: Instruct EMS to contact -local Helath Department.
d. Contact CEs, phone number - , local SWCD office phone number - =, and local
NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -.
If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff's Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair or problem to minimize off -
site damage.
a. Contractors
b. Contractors
c. Contractors
Name:
Address:
Phone: 9,o )99 1,, ,
Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS; Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name: .-qi
b. Phone: g,n
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Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste managment plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from haooenino again.

Source
INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Cause
BMP's to Minimize Odor
(Liquid systems)
Rush Gutters Accumulation of solids. ( Rush system is designed and operated.
sufficiently to remove accumulated
"" //solids from gutters as designed.
sa-Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids. ( Maintain lagoons, settling basins and
pits where pest breeding is apparent to
minimize the crusting of solids to a depth
of no more than 6-8 inches over more than
30% of surface.
Site Specific Practices
Excessive Vegetative Decaying vegetation ( Maintain vegetative control along banks of
Growth lagoons and other impoundments- to prevent -
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
(Dry Systems)
Feeders Feed Spillage ( Design, operate and maintain food systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the accumulation
/of decaying wastage.
(Y Cleen up spillage on a routine basis (e.g- 7-10 day
interval during summer; 1 S-30 day interval duringwinter).
Feed Storage Accumulationsof feed residues ( educe moisture accumulation within and around
immediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
insuring drainage away from site and/or providing
adequate containment (e.g., covered bin for
brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
products).
() Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed.
^•••••�• • •�•�•••v ..,ems Accumulations of aremal wastes (1 Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences
and feed wastage. and other locations where waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animais.is minimal.
() Maintain fence rows and filter strips around animal.
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes.
(i.e. inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids as needed).
AMIC--November 11, 1996

Dry Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes () Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
Systems interval during summer, 1 S-30 days interval during
winter) where manure is loaded for land application
or disposal.
l 1 Provide,foradequate drainage around manure stockpiles..
(1 Inspect for and'remove.or break up accumulated.wastes.
in -filter stripes around stockpiles and manure hendfing.
/ areas as needed.
The issues checked, (tq pertain to this operation. The landowner/integrator agrees to use sound judgmenrin applying
insect control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned insect control Best Management Practices have been reviewed with me.
96,994.6 i
Landowner Signature)
For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613,.North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
27695-7613.
AMIC—November 11, 1996

SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead - Swine production Vegetative or wooded buffers;
() Recommended beat management
(a Good judgment and common some
Animal body surfaces
Dirty manure -covered animals
(Tory floors
Floor surfaces
Wet manure -covered floors.
( -slotted floors;
(.T Waterers located over slotted. floors;
() Feeders at high and of solid floors;.
(1 Scrape manure buildup from forms;
O Underfloor ventilation for drying,:
Manure collation pits
Urine
( Frequent manure removal by flush,pit-
recharge,or scrape
Parital micorbial decomposition
( ) Underfloor ventilation _
Ventilation exhaust fans
Volatile gases;
( Fan maintenance;
Dust
(Wcfficiem air movement
Indoor surfaces
Dust
AYWashdown between groups of animals.
() Feed additives;
() Feeder covers;
Weed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
Flush tanks
Agitation of recycled lagoon
( ) Flush tank covers
liquid whiles tanks are filling
( ) Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti -siphon vents
Flush allays
Agitation during wastewater
() Underfloor flush with underfloor
conveyanance
ventilation
Pit recharge points
Agitation of recycled lagoon
WExtend rechard lines to near bottom of
liquid while pits are filling
pits with anti -siphon vents
Uft stations
Agitation during sump tank filling
( ) Sump tank covers
and drawdown
Outside drain collection
Agitation during wastewater
( ) Box covers
or junction boxes
conveyance
End of drainpipes at lagoon
Agitation during wastewater
() Extend discharge point of pipes
underneath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces
Volatile gas emissions
Proper lagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing
W`i:orrect lagoon startup procedures
Agitation
(1 rylinimum surface area -to -volume ratio
Minimum agitation when pumping.
( ) Mechanical aeration
() Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles
High pressure agitation
( Irrigate on dry days with little or no.wind-
Wind draft
(,I Minimum recommended operation pressure,
W Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface-
() Pump from second -stage lagoon
AMOC—November 11. 1996
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Storage tank or basin Partial microbial decomposition O Bottom or midlevel loading _
surface Mixing while filling () Tank covers
Agitation when emptying () Basin surface meta of solids
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
--••••••v ��a••• �••••a�= Sarum nucooum aecomposuaon ( ) Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
Mixing while filling level
Agitation when emptying ( ) Remove settled solids regularly
Manure, slurry or sludge Agitation when spreading
() sod injection of slurry/sludges
spreader outlets Volatile gas emissions
() Wwh residual manure from spreader after us&
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
Uncovered manure, slurry Volatile gas emissions while drying
() Soil infection of slurry/sludges
or sludge on field surfaces
() Soil incorporation within 48'houm
(1 spread in thin uniform layers for rapid drying
() Proven biological additives or oxidants
Dead animals Carcase decomposition ( Proper disposition of carcasses
Dead animal disposal Carcass decomposition () Complete covering of carcasses in burial pits
pits () Proper location/construction of disposal pits
Incinerators Incomplete combustion () Secondary stack burners
Standing water around Improper drainage (yGrade and landscape such that water drains
facilities Microbial decomposition of away from facilities
organic matter
i
Manure tracked onto public Poorly maintained access roads V Fenn access road maintenance
roads from fans access
Additional Information:
AvailableFrom:
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Swine Manure Management; 0200 Rule/BMP Packet NCSU-County Extension Center
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies, EBAE Fact Sheet NCSU-CAE:
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge —Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88 NCSU-BAE
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Underfloor Fluse—Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88 NCSU-RAE
Lagoon Desig and Management for livestock Manure Treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-83 NCSU-aAE
Calibration of Manure and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE Fact Sheet NCSU-BAE
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings; PIH-33 NCSU-Swine Extension
Environmental Assuranc Program: NPPC Manual NC Pork Produces Assoc
Options for Managing Odor, a report from the Swine Odor Task Force NCSU Agri Communications
Nuisance Concerns in Animal Manure Management.- Odom and Flies; PRO107, 1995 Conference'Proceedings Florida Cooperative Extension
The issues checked (✓{ pertain to this operation. The landownerfintegrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
odor control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned odor control Best ManagmentPractices have been reviewed with me.
(Landowner-
AMOC—November 11, 1996

MORTALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS
(check which method(s) are being implemented)
( ) Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours
after knowledge of the death. The burial be at least 300 feet from
any flowing steam or public body of water.
( Vf Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G. S. 106-1-68:7
( ) Complete incineration
h ( ) In the case of dead poultry only,
P rY y, placing in a. disposal pit of a sizeand
design approved by the Department of Agriculture.
( ) Any method which in the professional opinion of the State
Veterinarian would make possible the salvage of part of a dead
animal's value without endangering human or animal health. (Written
approval of the State Veterinarian must be attached)

Animal Waste Management Plan Certification
(please type or print all information that does not require a signature)
General Information:
Name of I
Owner(s)
Facility No: 3 19
Phone No: 4 l o
Mailing Address: 7 a5 sle-e.s-6r3 Mi 11 'RA. Ltd r�� p j A/C D g 392
Farm Location: Fourteen Digit Hydrologic Unit: 030 3000 101 «>yd
Latitude and Longitude: 35° Gat IOtt / 77 5T t402 County:T),!i� 1:n
Please attach a copy of a county road map with location identified and describe below (Be specific:
milepost, etc.):
e..ir. ted .. r•� T
Operation Descnptlon:
Type of Swine No of Animals
WVcan to Feeder yb O
Q'Feeder to Finish t O�
(Farrow to wean -6500
0 Farrow to Feeder
0 Farrow to Finish
Type of Poultry No of Animals Type of Conk No of Animals
QLayer QDairy
ppullcts QBcef
Other Type of Livestock: Number of Animals:
Acreage Available for Application: $ °t .5 Required Acreage: 14.5
Number of Lagoons/Storage Ponds: I Total Capacity: 1 j `1 9 3Q 3 Cubic Feet (ft3)
Are subsurface drains present on the farm: YES or (9D (please circle one)
If YES: are subsurface drains present in the area of the LAGOON or SPRAY FIELD (please circle one)
Owner/Manager Agreement
I(we) verify that an the above information is correct and will be updated upon changing. 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)
know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a
new certification to be submitted to the Division of Environmental Management before the new animals are stocked. I (we) understand that there
must be no discharge of animal waste from the storage or application system to surface waters of the state either directly through a man-made
conveyance or from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm and there must not be runoff from the application of animal
waste. I (we) understand that runoff of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas must be minimized using technical standards developed by
the Natural Resources Conservation Service. The approved plan will be filed at the farm and at the office of the local Soil and Water
Conservation District. I (we) know that modification must be approved by a technical specialist and submitted to the Soil and Water Conservation
District prior to implementation. A change in land ownership requires written notification to DEM or a new certification (if the approved plan is
changed) within 60 days of a title transfer.
Name of Lapd Owner: 1=C0 sy5Tr_/v%S 1::-AF/V\5
Signature:
Name ofNfbager (if different from owner): At 1G H A tar i
Signature: M" 0 _
AWC— Janumry 1, 1997 1

Technical Specialist Certification
I. As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A
NCAC 6F .0005, I certify that the animal waste management system for the farm named above has an animal waste
management plan that meets or exceeds standards and specifications of the Division of Environmental Management (DEM) as
specified in 15A NCAC 2H.0217 and the USDA -Natural Resources Conservation Service (MRCS) and/or the North Carolina
Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 214.0217 and 15A NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The following
elements are included in the plan as applicable. While each category designates a technical specialist who may sign each
certification (SD, SI, WUP, RC,I) the technical specialist should only certify parts for which they are technically competent.
II. Certification of Design
A) Collection, Storage, Treatment System
do the appropriate box
Existing facility without retrofit (SD or WUP)
Storage volume is adequate for operation capacity; storage capability consistent with waste utilization requirements.
() New, expanded or retrofitted facility (SD)
Animal waste storage and treatment structures, such as but not limited to collection systems, lagoons and ponds, have
been designed to meet or exceed the minimum standards and specifications.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print) A L3r_5k-t;r c3"
Affiliation: 1
wr a,w�. grrn
Address(Agency) e 11 �G Phone No:
Signature: Date: a_a.g_ot-�
B) Land Apk4;E+en-Si
Th plan provides for minimum separation (buffers); adequate amount of land for waste utilization; chosen crop is
suitable for waste management; hydraulic and nutrient loading rates.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address (Agency): Phone No:
Signature: Date: 2 g 9
C) Runoff Co4tFols frot Exterior Lots
Ch�lc the ap ropriate ox
( F. ility without exterior lots (SD or WUP or RC)
This facility does not contain any exterior lots.
O Facility with exterior lots (RC)
Methods to minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas have been designed in accordance
with technical standards developed by NRCS.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print): Ki rc, OcS e k—
Affiliation:
Address (Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: Date: _1q
AWC- lams 1, 1997

D) Application and Handling Equipment
Qtedc the Appropriate box
Yl Existing or expanding facility with existing waste application equipment (WUP or 1)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been either field calibrated or evaluated in accordance
with existing design charts and tables and is able to apply waste as necessary to accommodate the waste management
plan: (existing application equipment can cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the
specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates, a schedule for timing of application has been established; required buffers
can be maintained and calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the plan).
O New, expanded or existing facility without existing waste application equipment for spray irrigation (n
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been designed to apply waste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan; (proposed application equipment can cover the area required by the plan at
rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates: a schedule for timing of applications has
been established; required buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the
plan).
O New.expanded.or existing facility without existing waste application equipment for land spreading not using spray
irrigation. (WUP or I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been selected to apply waste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan; (proposed gpplication equipment can cover the area required by the plan at
rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates; a schedule for timing of applicaions has
been established: required buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the
plan).
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address(Agency):
Phone No:
Signature:
Date: 1 _� cf- 9 -7
E)
Ile)b+aste management plan for this facility includes a Waste Management Odor Control Checklist, an Insect Control
Ch klist, a Mortaility Management Checklist and an Emergency Action Plan. Sources of both odors and insects have
been evaluated with respect to this site and Best Management Practices to Minimize Odors and Best Management
Practices to Control Insects have been selected and included in the waste management plan. Both the Mortality
Management Plan and the Emergency Action Plan are complete and can be implemented by this facility.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address (Agency): Phone No.: -
Signature: - Date:
F) Written N tice of My or EXDanding Swine al rm
The following s#pature block is only to be used for new or expanding swine farms that begin construction after June
21, 1996. If the facility was built before June21, 1996, when was it constructed or last expanded I'll I . I(we)
c9 'fy that l(we)have attempted to contact by certified mail all adjoining property owners and all property owners
who own property located across a public road, street or highway from this new or expanding swine farm. The notice
was in compliance with the requirements of NCGS 106-805. A copy of the notice and a list of the property owners
notified is attached.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager (if different from owner):
Signature: Date:
AWC— January 1, 1997

III. Certification of Installation
A) Collection. Storage, Treatment Installation
New. expanded or retrofitted facility (SI)
Animal waste storage and treatment structures such as but not limited to lagoons and ponds, have been installed in
accordance with the approved plan to meet or exceed the minimum standards and specifications.
For existing facilities without retrofits, no certification is necessary.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address(Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: Date:
B) Land Application Site (µ'UP)
Check the appropriate box
(%K The cropping system is in place on all land as specified in the animal waste management plan.
() Conditional Approval: all required land as specified in the plan is cleared for planting; the cropping system as
specified in the waste utilization plan has not been established and the owner has committed to established the
vegetation as specified in the plan by (month/day/year); the proposed cover crop is appropriate for
compliance with the waste utilization plan.
() Also check this box if appropriate
if the cropping system as specified in the plan can not be established on newly cleared land within 30 days of
this certification, the owner has committed to establish an interim crop for erosion control;
Name of Technical Specialist(Please Print): rlra �e-g Yar�ce�k,
Affiliation:
Address(Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: ate: �D-ate,9 -7
This followi signature b�l is only to be used when the box for conditional approval in M.B above has been checked.
I (we) cert that I (we) have committed to establish the cropping system as specified in my (our) waste utilization plan, and if
appropriate to establish the interim crop for erosion control, and will submit to DEM a verification of completion from a
Technical Specialist within 15 calendar days following the date specifed in the conditional certification. I (we) realize that
failure to submit this verification is a violation of the waste management plan and will subject me (us) to an enforcement action
from DEM.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manger (if different from owner):
Signature: Date:
AWC -- January 1, 1997

C) Runoff Controls from Exterior Lots (RC)
Facility with exterior lots
Methods to minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas have been installed as'specified in
the plan.
For facilities without exterior lots. no certification is necessary.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address(Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: Date:
D) Application and Handling Equipment Installation (WUP or 1)
Check the appropriate block
(yf Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan is on site and ready for use; calibration and
adjustment materials have been provided to the owners and are contained as part of the plan.
() Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan has not been installed but the owner has
proposed leasing or third party application and has provided a signed contract; equipment specified in the contract
agrees with the requirements of the plan; required buffers can be maintained, calibration and adjustment guidance have
been provided to the owners and are contained as part of the plan.
() Conditional approval: Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan has been purchased
and will be on site and installed by (month/day/year); there is adequate storage to
hold the waste until the equipment is installed and until the waste can be land applied in accordance with cropping
system contained in the plan; and calibration and adjustment guidance have been provided to the owners and are
contained as part of the plan.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address(Agency):
Phone No.:
Signature:
Date: _ a - cj -7
The followl'it&signat Mock is only to be used when thutUxx 'or conditional approval in III D above has been checked.
I (we) certify at I (w have committed to purchase the animal waste application and handling equipment as specified in my
(our) waste gem plan and will submit to DEM a verification of delivery and installation from a Technical Specialist
within 15 endar day following the date specified in the conditional certification. I (we) realize that failure to submit this
verification is a violation of the waste management plan and will subject me (us) to an enforcement action from DEM.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager(if different from owner):
Signature: Date:
E) Odor Control, Insect Control and Mortality Management (SD.SLWUP,RC orl)
Methods to control odors and insects as specified in the Plan have been installed and are operational. The mortality
management system as specified in the Plan has also been installed and is operational.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print): i 1 ,
r^q
� er
Affiliation:
Address (Agency)
Phone No.:
Signature:
Date:,-) _14 „1
AWC — Jr 1, 1 97

Please return the completed form to the Division of Environmental Management
at the following address:
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section, Compliance Group
P.O. BOX 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Please also remember to submit a copy of this form along with the complete Animal Waste Management Plan to the
local Soil and Water Conservation District Office and to keep a copy in your tiles with your Animal Waste Management
Plan.
AWC — January 1, 1997

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Producer: rGe SyAeM5
Location: SR 136-1 - D%AT�'%r
Telephone: (glo)aq 3 - 3(o0-1
Type Operation: W ecan - �e c4A 2 r
Number of Animals: 3500 do W 5
(Design Capacity) 1000 ini5�\'✓Tand
y00 n The waste from your animal facility must be applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should
be used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields
where the waste is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting
nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are
strongly encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the
crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an
environmentally safe manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be
grown and the nutrient content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop
can utilize. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching
potentials, cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities.. Normally
waste shall not be applied to land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With
special precautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per 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 runoffto surface waters which is not
allowed under DEM regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift
and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of nutrients for crop production
and to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or
applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or
disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content
for this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis
report from your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on
proper sampling techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for
analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A
NCAC 21L0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.

Vopv.on91,i
i000 XI.9 = I;goo
`i o o animals X9a(amt.) waste/animal/year = I te8 (amt.) waste/year.
a3t4IB to• 5
3Amoount of Xla.S5nt Available Nitrogen (PAN�P o$uced Per Year
505 looe> xa3 = a,3oO
NODanimals X,'981bs. PAN/animal/year = i9 a lbs. PAN/year. (PAN from N. C. Tech.
Guide Std. 633) d 1 )3 9 ;t it PA t4
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have
appropriate equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown
and surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
' No. Tvoe Per Ac. * I ltili7ed Annlinntinn
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F1 MUM
MITR�������
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M
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Total x s
• This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial
fertilizer are applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield
expectation.
NO The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some eastern counties ofNorth Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that addresses
all nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen.

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„ VUATE UTILIZATION PLAN
Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own
adequate land [see Required Specification 2l)
Traot Field Soil Crop Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of
# No. Type Per Ac. * Utilized Application
Total
* See footnote for Table 1.
Totals from above Tables
Table 1
Table 2
Total
Amount of N
Surplus
Acres Lbs. N
Utilized
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al 518
Produced
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NOTE. The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land
application of sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nutrient rich and will
require precautionary measures to prevent over application of nutrients or other
elements.
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_. :,,,_ WA,ST UTILIZA3'301�T PLAN
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
Application of Waste by Irrigation
Field Soil Type Crop Application Application
Nn Rate (In/Hr) Amount (In.)
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THIS TABLE IS NOT NEEDED IF WASTE IS NOT BEING APPLIED BY IRRIGATION, HOWEVER A SIMnAR TABLE W31L
BE NEEDED FOR DRY LrITER OR SLURRY.
Your facility is designed for 9a days of temporary storage and the temporary storage
must be removed on the average of once every3 MONTHS. In no instance should
the volume of waste being stored in your structure exceed Elevation*A'ter A ,a•, s �.F47
Call the local.Natural Resources Conservation Service (formerly Soil. Conservation
Service) or Soil and Water Conservation District office after you receive the waste
analysis report for assistance in determining the amount per acre to apply and the proper
application rate prior to applying the waste.

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
1. An: ma` waste shall not reach surfar.P waters of the state by
runoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct application., or
direct discharge during operation or land ac•plic.atiot . ally
A.scharge of waste which reaches s::rface 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
--
:and on which_LG properly -apply.. the*. waste. .._If.__the--producer--does--
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- not own adecuate land to pronerly dispose of. waste;-heishe-shal =_-
provide a cony of an agretmtyt with a landvwnei whu i5 within a
reasonable proximity, allOWing- Mmi/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 ?lap 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
nitrocen 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
tie 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_-o-.tons_ per ac_e,per- year ---------
providing grass -filter strips are installed where runoff leaves
tie field. (See FOTG Standard 393 -Filter Strip)
S. 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.
G. 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 Vorth Carolinail for guidance.)
7. Licuid waste shall be applied at rates nct 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
site during application. No _ponding should occur in order
to control odor or flies.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, du--ina
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
9. Arimal waste shall be applied on acti,.ely 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
_=ste should also be con.-idered.
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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 plar7:eA to
take up released nutrients. liaste 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 aster 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 si*_ed on or after October 1, 1995),.
shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennialwaters.
(See Standard 393 - Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 10o feet to
wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
-1.4.._--.Wasta_.shall be applied in a -manner rot °to-reach-otzerproperty
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 conver=ed cro_pland provided
l
they have been approved as a and: application site by a
"technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharges directly intcn water courses,
and on .other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at
agronomic rates in a manner that causes no runoff or drift from
t'me site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities,
showers, toilets, sinks, e c., 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
pine 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. J
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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
puoe31hilily vf an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
19. Waste handlinq structures, piping, pumps, reels, P-ir., ahrnild
be inspected on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks,
and spills. A regular maintenance ---site-. checklist should be kept on
_.. - -- -- -
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 he_tested at least. annually -at -crop sites --.where waste_
---products are applied: "Nitrogen- shai be the rate - determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be
innnitcred and alternative crop sites ehall be uacd when thee
metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste
analysis records shall be kept -fpr 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 requlations.
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_. WASTE UTILI7;.l NPL�I.._ ::... .
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Nan:e of Farm: �co 56vj 1
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specification and the operation and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the
farm named above. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
waste treatment and storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new
certification to be submitted to the Division of Environment Management (DEM) before
the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of
animal waste from this system to surface wasters of the state from a storm event less
severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm The approved plan N,,U be filed on -site at the
farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be
available for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility OwnerU A M e 5 e. CeCI e S
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Signature: Q di �'�Aj Date:
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System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating the system with excessive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount
without having to perform additional calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction
of pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
*Reprinted for Certification Training for Operations of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE PLAN
Proper lagoon liquid management should be a year-round priority. It is especially
important to manage levels so that you do not have problems during extended rainy and
wet periods.
Maximum storage capacity should be available in the lagoon for periods when the
receiving crop is dormant (such as wintertime for bermudagrass) or when there are
extended rainy spells such as the thunderstorm season in the summertime. This means
that at the first signs of plant growth in the later winter/early spring, irrigation according to
a farm waste management plan should be done whenever the land is dry enough to
receive lagoon liquid. This will make storage space available in the lagoon for future wet
periods. In the late summer/early fall the lagoon should be pumped down to the low
marker (see Figure 2-1) to allow for winter storage. Every effort should be made to
maintain the lagoon close to the minimum liquid level as long as the weather and waste
utilization plan will allow it.
Waiting until the lagoon has reached its maximum storage capacity before starting to
irrigate does not leave room for storing excess water during extended wet periods.
Overflow from the lagoon for any reason except a 25-year, 24-hour storm is a violation of
state law and subject to penalty action.
The routine maintenance of a lagoon involves the following:
Maintenance of a vegetative cover for the dam.
Fescue or common bermudagrass are the most common vegetative
covers. The vegetation should be fertilized each year, if needed, to
maintain a vigorous stand. The amount of fertilizer applied should be
based on a soils test, but in the event that it is not practical to obtain
a soils test each year, the lagoon embankment and surrounding areas
should be fertilized with 800 pounds per acre of 10-10-10, or
equivalent.
Brush and trees on the embankment must be controlled. This may be
done by mowing, spraying, grazing, chopping, or a combination of
these practices. This should be done at least once a year and
possibly twice in years that weather conditions are favorable for
heavy vegetative growth. -
NOTE: If vegetation is controlled by spraying, the herbicide must not be allowed to enter
the lagoon water. Such chemicals could harm the bacteria in the lagoon that are treating
the waste.
Maintenance inspections of the entire lagoon should be made during the initial filling of
the lagoon and at least monthly and after major rainfall and storm events. Items to be
checked should include, as a minimum, the following:
Waste Inlet Pipes, Recycling Pipes, and Overflow Pipes ---look for:
1. separation of joints
2. cracks or breaks
3. accumulation of salts or minerals
4. overall condition of pipes

Lagoon surface --look for:
1. undesirable vegetative growth
2. floating or lodged debris
Embankment ---look for:
1. settlement, cracking, or "jug" holes
2. side slope stability ---slumps or bulges
3. wet or damp areas on the back slope
4. erosion due to lack of vegetation or as a result of wave action
5. rodent damage
Larger lagoons may be subject to liner damage due to wave action caused by strong
winds. These waves can erode the lagoon sidewalls, thereby weakening the lagoon dam.
A good stand of vegetation will reduce the potential damage caused by wave action. If
wave action causes serious damage to a lagoon sidewall, baffles in the lagoon may be
used to reduce the wave impacts.
Any of these features could lead to erosion and weakening of the dam. If your lagoon has
any of these features, you should call an appropriate expert familiar with design and
construction of waste lagoons. You may need to provide a temporary fix if there is a threat
of a waste discharge. However, a permanent solution should be reviewed by the
technical expert. Any digging into a lagoon dam with heavy equipment is a serious
undertaking with potentially serious consequences and should not be conducted unless
recommended by an appropriate technical expert.
Transfer Pumps ---check for proper operation of:
1. recycling pumps
2. irrigation pumps
Check for leaks, loose fittings, and overall pump operation. An unusually loud or grinding
noise, or a large amount of vibration, may indicate that the pump is in need or repair or
replacement.
NOTE: Pumping systems should be inspected and operated frequently enough so that you
are not completely "surprised" by equipment failure. You should perform your pumping
system maintenance at a time when your lagoon is at its low level. This will allow some
safety time should major repairs be required. Having a nearly full lagoon is not the time
to think about switching, repairing , or borrowing pumps. Probably, if your lagoon is €ull,
your neighbor's lagoon is full also. You should consider maintaining an inventory of spare
parts or pumps.
Surface water diversion features are designed to carry all surface
drainage waters (such as rainfall runoff, roof drainage, gutter outlets,
and parking lot runoff) away from your lagoon and other waste
treatment or storage structures. The only water that should be
coming from your lagoon is that which comes from your flushing
(washing) system pipes and the rainfall that hits the lagoon directly.
You should inspect your diversion system for the following:
1. adequate vegetation
2. diversion capacity
3. ridge berm height

Identified problems should be corrected promptly. It is advisable to inspect your system
during or immediately following a heavy rain. If technical assistance is needed to
determine proper solutions, consult with appropriate experts.
You should record the level of the lagoon just prior to when rain is predicted, and then
record the level again 4 to 6 hours after the rain (assumes there is no pumping). This will
give you an idea of how much your lagoon level will rise with a certain rainfall amount
(you must also be recording your rainfall for this to work). Knowing this should help in
planning irrigation applications and storage. If your lagoon rises excessively, you may
have an inflow problem from a surface water diversion or there may be seepage into the
lagoon from the surrounding land.
Lagoon Operation
Startup:
Immediately after construction establish a complete sod cover on bare soil
surfaces to avoid erosion.
2. Fill new lagoon design treatment volume at least half full of water before
waste loading begins, taking care not to erode lining or bank slopes.
3. Drainpipes into the lagoon should have a flexible pipe extender on the
end of the pipe to discharge near the bottom of the lagoon during initial
filling or another means of slowing the incoming water to avoid erosion of
the lining.
4. When possible, begin loading new lagoons in the spring to maximize
bacterial establishment (due to warmer weather).
5. It is recommended that a new lagoon be seeded with sludge from a healthy
working swine lagoon in the amount of 0.25 percent of the full lagoon
liquid volume. This seeding should occour at least two weeks prior to the
addition of wastewater.
6. Maintain a periodic check on the lagoon liquid pH. If the pH falls below
7.0, add agricultural lime at the rate of 1 pound per 1000 cubic feet of
lagoon liquid volume until the pH rises above 7.0. Optimum lagoon liquid
pH is between 7.5 and 8.0.
A dark color, lack of bubbling, and excessive odor signals inadequate
biological activity. Consultation with a technical specialist is recommended
if these conditions occur for prolonged periods, especially during the warm
season.
Loading:
The more frequently and regularly that wastewater is added to a lagoon, the better the
lagoon will function. Flush systems that wash waste into the lagoon several times daily are
optimum for treatment. Pit recharge systems, in which one or more buildings are drained
and recharged each day, also work well.

Management:
Practice water conservation ---minimize building water usage and
spillage from leaking waterers, broken pipes and washdown through
proper maintenance and water conservation.
Minimize feed wastage and spillage by keeping feeders adjusted. This
will reduce the amount of solids entering the lagoon
Maintain lagoon liquid level between the permanent storage level and
the full temporary storage level.
Place visible markers or stakes on the lagoon bank to show the
minimum liquid level and the maximum liquid lever (Figure 2-1).
Start irrigating at the earliest possible date in the spring based on
nutrient requirements and soil moisture so that temporary storage
will be maximized for the summer thunderstorm season. Similarly,
irrigate in the late summer/early fall to provide maximum lagoon
storage for the winter.
The lagoon liquid level should never be closer than 1 foot to the lowest
point of the dam or embankment.
Do not pump the lagoon liquid level lower that the permanent storage
level unless you are removing sludge.
Locate float pump intakes approximately 18 inches underneath the liquid
surface and as far away from the drainpipe inlets as possible.
Prevent additions of bedding materials, long-stemmed forage or vegetation,
molded feed, plastic syringes, or other foreign materials into the lagoon.
Frequently remove solids from catch basins at end of confinement houses or
wherever they are installed.
Maintain strict vegetation, rodent, and varmint control near lagoon edges.
Do not allow trees or large bushes to grow on lagoon dam or embankment.
Remove sludge from the lagoon either when the sludge storage capacity is
full or before it fills 50 percent of the permanent storage volume.
If animal production is to be terminated, the owner is responsible for
obtaining and implementing a closure plan to eliminate the possibility of a
pollutant discharge.
Sludge Removal:
Rate of lagoon sludge buildup can be reduced by:

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

Possible Causes of Lagoon Failure
Lagoon failures result in the unplanned discharge of wastewater from the structure. Types
of failures include leakage through the bottom or sides, overtopping, and breach of the
dam. Assuming proper design and construction, the owner has the responsibility for
ensuring structure safety. Items which may lead to lagoon failures include:
Modification of the lagoon structure --an example is the placement of a pipe
in the dam without proper design and construction. (Consult an expert in
lagoon design before placing any pipes in dams.)
Lagoon liquid levels ---high levels are a safety risk.
Failure to inspect and maintain the dam.
Excess surface water flowing into the lagoon.
Liner integrity ---protect from inlet pipe scouring, damage during sludge
removal, or rupture from lowering lagoon liquid level below groundwater
table.
NOTE: If lagoon water is allowed to overtop the dam, the moving water will soon cause
gullies to form in the dam. Once this damage starts, it can quickly cause a large discharge
of wastewater and possible dam failure.

EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
PHONE NUMBERS
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY (DWQ) C9�o) 395 3900
EMERGENCY MANAGEMNET SERVICES (EMS) a9s-a�eo
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (SWCD) au alao
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE (NRCS)gb-a I ao
COOPERATIVE EXTERSION SERVICE (CES) 096-31y
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your operation are leaking,
overflowing or running off site. You should not wait until wastes reach surface waters
or leave you property to consider that you have a problem. You should make every
effort to ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible
location for all employees at the facility. The following are some action items you should
take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may ore may not be
possible. Suggested responses to some possible problems are listed belwo.
A. Lagoon overflow -possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes to fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all flows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field -actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that cause the runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers -action include: .
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
d. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush systems, houses, solid separators -action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure siphon occurs.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid separators.
E. Leakage from base or sidewall of lagoon. Often this is seepage as opposed
to flowing leaks -possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch from the embankment to catch all
seepage, put in a submersible pump, and pump back to lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove animals and fill
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side walls and lagoon
bottom as soon as possible.
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2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Approximately how much was released and for what duration?
c. Any damage notes, such as employee injury, fish kills, or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off the property)?
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours call your DWQ regional office; Phone - -. After
hours, emergency number: 919-733-3942. Your phone call should include: your
name, facility number, telephone number, the details of the incident from item 2
above, the exact location of the facility, the location or direction of movement of
the spill, weather and wind conditions. The corrective measures that have been
under taken, and the seriousness of the sitution.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call local EMS phone number.
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Helath Department.
d. Contact CEs, phone number - , local SWCD office phone number - -, and local
NRCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number - -.
4. If none of the above works call 911 or the Sheriff's Department and explain you
problem to them and ask the person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5. Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair or problem to minimize off -
site damage.
a. Contractors Name: , Fa.. F
b. Contractors Address: VolR/�r -I 5 F. Se H Ili ,lc 31E45 8
c. Contractors Phone: 9,o 7 99 >, I I
6. Contact the technical specialist who certified the lagoon (NRCS, Consulting
Engineer, etc.)
a. Name: Kr. ; O,-
b. Phone: qio S'i a i i 910
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWQ and technical assistance agencies to
rectify the damage, repair the system, and reassess the waste managment plan to
keep problems with release of wastes from happening again.
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INSECT CONTROL CHECKLIST FOR ANIMAL OPERATIONS
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
(Liquid Systems)
Flush Gutters Accumulation of solids
([,(Flush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated ,
from gutters as designed.
' /solids
M Remove bridging of accumulated solids at
discharge
Lagoons and Pits Crusted Solids
( 'Maintain lagoons, settling basins and
pits where pest breeding is apparent to ,
minimize the crusting of solids to a depth
of no more than 6-8 inches over more than
30% of surface.
Excessive Vegetative Decaying vegetation
( Maintain vegetative control along banks of
Growth
lagoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on impoundment's perimeter.
(Dry Systems)
Feeders Feed Spillage Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
bunkers and troughs) to minimize the accumulation
/of decaying wastage.
W Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-10 day
interval during summer; 15-30 day interval during winter).
Feed Storage Accumulations of feed residues (*`Reduce moisture accumulation within and around
immediate perimeter of feed storage areas by
insuring drainage away from site and/or providing
adequate containment (e.g., covered bin for
brewer's grain and similar high moisture grain
products).
() Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids in filter strips around feed storage as needed,
Animal Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes ( ) Eliminate low area that trap moisture along fences _
and feed wastage and other locations where waste accumulates and
and disturbance by animals is minimal.
( ) Maintain fence rows and filter strips around animal
holding areas to minimize accumulations of wastes
(i.e. inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
solids as needed).
AMIC-November 11, 1996

Dry Manure Handling Accumulations of animal wastes () Remove spillage on a routine basis (e.g. 7-1 O day
Systems interval during summer; 15-30 days interval during
winter) where manure is loaded for land application
or disposal.
() Provide for adequate drainage around manure stockpiles.
() Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated wastes
in.filter stripes around stockpiles and manure handling
f areas as needed.
The issues checked (�1 pertain to this operation. The landownerAntegrator agrees to use sound judgment in applying
insect control measures as practical.
I certify the aforementioned insect control Best Management Practices have been reviewed with me.
/P
Landowner Signature)
For more information contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology. Box 7613, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
27695-7613.
AMIC--November 11, 1996

SWINE FARM WASTE MANAGEMENT ODOR CONTROL CHECKLIST
Source Cause BMP's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Practices
Farmstead Swine production Vegetative or wooded buffers;
() Recommended best management
pP dices;
( Good judgment and common sense
Animal
manure -covered animals i
floors
Floor surfaces
Wet manure -covered floors
(y Slotted floors;
14'Waterers located over slotted floors;
( ) Feeders at high end of solid floors;
( ) Scrape manure buildup from floors;
( ) Underfloor ventilation for drying
Manure collection pits
Urine
( Frequent manure removal by flush,pit
'recharge,or scrape
Parital micorbial decomposition
1 ) Underfloor ventilation
Ventilation exhaust fans
Volatile gases;
( Fan maintenance;
Dust
(44fficient air movement
Indoor surfaces
Dust
(%vWashdown between groups of animals
( ) Feed additives;
1 ) Feeder covers;
GYPeed delivery downspout extenders to
feeder covers
Flush tanks
Agitation of recycled lagoon
( )Flush tank covers
liquid whiles tanks are filling
1 ) Extend fill lines to near bottom of
tanks with anti -siphon vents
Flush alleys
Agitation during wastewater
( I Underfloor flush with underfloor
-
conveyanance
ventilation
Pit recharge points
Agitation of recycled lagoon
WExtend rechard lines to near bottom of
liquid while pits are filling
pits with anti -siphon vents
Lift stations
Agitation during sump tank filling
() Sump tank covers
and drawdown
Outside drain collection
Agitation during wastewater
() Box covers
or junction boxes
conveyance
End of drainpipes at lagoon Agitation during wastewater 1 ) Extend discharge point of pipes -
underneath lagoon liquid level
Lagoon surfaces Volatile gas emissions I -I Proper lagoon liquid capacity
Biological mixing (Correct lagoon startup procedures
Agitation () Minimum surface area -to -volume ratio
Minimum agitation when pumping
( ) Mechanical aeration
( ) Proven biological additives
Irrigation sprinkler nozzles High pressure agitation (Irrigate on dry days with little or no wind
Wind draft ('✓IMinimum recommended operation pressure
yt Pump intake near lagoon liquid surface
( ) Pump from second -stage lagoon
AMOC—November 11, 1996

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

MORTALITY MANAGEMENT METHODS
(check which method(s) are being implemented)
( ) Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours
after knowledge of the death. The burial be at least 300 feet from
any flowing steam or public body of water.
( V Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G. S. 106-168.7
( ) Complete incineration
t ( ) In the case of dead poultry only
, y, placing in a disposal pit of a size and
design approved by the Department of Agriculture.
( ) Any method which in the professional opinion of the State
Veterinarian would make possible the salvage of part of a dead
animal's value without endangering human or animal health. (Written
approval of the State Veterinarian must be attached)

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
November 12, 1996
Ecosystem Farms Inc
Ecosystems #1 (Sows)
725 Veaches Mill Road
Warsaw NC 28398
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Ecosystems #1 (Sows)
Facility ID#: 31-196
Duplin County
Dear Farm Owner:
Senate Bill 1217, An Act to Implement Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Study
Commission on Agricultural Waste, enacted by the 1996 North Carolina General Assembly,
requires a certified operator for each animal waste management system that serves 250 or more
swine by January 1, 1997. The owner of each animal waste management system must submit a
designation form to the Technical Assistance and Certification Group which designates an
Operator in Charge and is countersigned by the certified operator. The enclosed form must be
submitted by January 1, 1997 for all facilities in operation as of that date. Failure to designate a
certified operator for your animal waste management system is a violation of 15A NCAC 2H
.0224 and may result in the assessment of a civil penalty.
If you have questions concerning operator training or examinations for certification, please
contact your local North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service agent or our office.
Examinations have been offered on an on -going basis in many counties throughout the state for
the past several months and will continue to be offered through December 31, 1996.
Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions concerning this requirement please
call Beth Buffington or Barry Huneycutt of our staff at 91gn33-0026.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr., ector
Division of Water Quality
Enclosure
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Water Quality Files
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Department of Environment, Healch and Natural
Division of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section
If the animal waste management system for your feedlot ope'riiiis
designed to serve more than or equal to 100 head of cattle, 75
horses, 250 swine, 1,000 sheep, or 30,000 birds that are served by
a liquid waste system, then this form must be filled out and mailed
by December 31, 1993 pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217(c) in order to be
deemed permitted by DEM. Please print clearly.
Farm Name:
Mailing Address:
Councy:
Owner(s) Name:_
Manaoer(s) Name:
Lessee Name:
Farm Location (Be as specific as possible: road names, direction,
mi leoost, etc.) : F�vm V�lirs4� of mel Z.- NC a9 anti . /UC SO
Lac -Jr ude/Longitude if known: QGSP # I(,-133-11-11
Desion capacity of animal waste management system (Number and type
of confined animal (s)) : 3r40O _Fc IrC,w _+O - Wn SOWS
Average animal population on the farm (Number and type of animal(s)
raised): 3goo sccrrow-to-wean Sows
Year Production Began: ASCS Tract No.: 7 --7 a / 5 a
Type of Waste Management, System Used: �n �erob`c �G�400n wu
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Acres Available for
Owner(s) Signature(s
31-191D

State 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., P.E., Director
February 17, 1994
Mike Stocker
Ecosystems #1
PO Box 493
Warsaw NC 28398
Dear Mr. Stocker.
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:
P.O. Box 29535, Rdeigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
An Equal opportunity Affirmative Action Employer
Sincerely,
4 Q
Steve Tedder, Chief
Water Quality Section
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