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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
February 13, 1998
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Homer Williams
5864 Wilksboro Hwy.
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
Animal Operation Site Inspection
Brushy Mtn. Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
A site inspection of your facility was conducted on February 10, 1998 by Mr. Alan
Johnson of this Office. It was observed that the animals have been allowed access to the
embankments of the storage pond. For this reason, this letter is being issued as a Notice of
Deficiency (NOD). Although damage to the embankment is minor, continued access could
diminish the dam's structural integrity.
It was also observed that the storage pond was at or near capacity (allowing for Ift.
structural freeboard plus approximately 6 in. for a 25 yr -24 hr rain event). Should you
consider land application to prevent.the pond from overflowing, be reminded that records of
the application (amount of waste applied, nitrogen applied, etc...) must be maintained. Also,
the waste must be applied only to those fields specified in the waste utilization plan. For
technical assistance please contact your local Soil and Water District representative.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact either
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
cc: Iredell SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
91 9 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28115
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MARCH 19, 1997
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Notice of Violation
Animal Operation Site Inspection
15A NCAC 2H.0217
Brushy Mountain Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
A previous Notice of Violation was sent certified mail on February 12, 1997 concerning a .
discharge from your lagoon. It was requested that a written response be submitted to this Office
by February 26, 1997 indicating the actions taken to correct the noted problem. As of this date a
response has not been received.
On February 7, 1997 during an inspection, Mr. Alan Johnson of this office observed wastewater
discharging from the lagoon into a stream below the facility. The top of the lagoon had been
breached and the discharge had begun to erode the structure. This discharge and subsequent flow
of wastewater into the stream is a violation of the deemed permitted status pursuant to 15A
NCAC 2H.0217.
A written response must be submitted to this office by March 26, 1997 indicating the actions
taken to correct the noted problem. Failure to respond may leave this office no alternative except
to pursue an enforcement recommendation. Please address your'response to Mr. Johnson.
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Mr. Homer Williams
March 19, 1997
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Be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking
enforcement actions for this or any other violations. Also, be advised that North Carolina General
Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per day per violation for noncompliance with state
environmental laws and regulations, as well as criminal penalties.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact either D. Rex
Gleason, Water Quality Regional supervisor, or Mr. Johnson at [phone].
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Compliance/Enforcement File
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'- State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
FEBRUARY 12, 1997
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Notice of Violation
Animal Operation Site Inspection
15A NCAC 2H.0217
Brushy Mountain Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
Enclosed is a copy of the Animal Operation Site Inspection report for the inspection conducted
by Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office at your dairy on February 7, 1997. The report should be self-
explanatory.
Mr Johnson observed wastewater discharging from the lagoon into a stream below the facility.
The top of the lagoon had been breached and the discharge had begun to erode the structure. This
discharge and subsequent flow of wastewater into the stream is a violation of the deemed
permitted status pursuant to 15A NCAC 214 .0217.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this office by February 26, 1997 indicating
the actions taken to correct the noted problem. Please address your response to Mr: Johnson
Be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking
enforcement actions for this or any other violations. Also, be advised that North Carolina General
Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per day per violation for noncomplinace with state
environmental laws and regulations.
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Mr. Homer Williams
February 12, 1997
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If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact either D. Rex
Gleason, Water Quality Regional supervisor, or Mr. Johnson at [phone].
Sincerely,
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al Supervisor
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Compliance/Enforcement File

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1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
3, Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
4. Was there any adverse impacts to the'waters of the State other than from a discharge?
S. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require
maintenance/improvement?
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47. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge (if inspection after 1/1197)?
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?. —
Structures (Lagoons and/or Holding Ponds)
9. Is structural freeboard less than adequate?
Freeboard (ft): Lagoon 1Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3
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10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
I I. Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
12. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
(If any of questions 9-12 was answered yes, and the situation poses an
immediate public health or environmental threat, notify DWQ)
13. Do any of the structures lack adquate markers to identify start and stop pumping levels?
Waste .application
14. Is there physical evidence of over application?
(If in excess of WMP or runoff entering waters
of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop type
16. Do the active crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan?
I7. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
18. Does the cover crop need improvement?
19. Is there a lack of available irrigation equipment?
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20. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
21. Does the facility fail to comply with the Animal Waste Management Plan in any way?
22. Does record keeping need improvement?
23. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
24. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with owner or operator in charge?
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
September 30, 1998
CERTIFIED. MAIL
Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Inadequate Freeboard
Brushy Mtn. Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
On September 22, 1998 the Division of Soil and Water performed an operation review at
your facility. During the review, they observed that the freeboard of your waste storage pond
was inadequate. As required by NCGS 143-215.10E this Office was notified.
On September 29, 1998 Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office visited your dairy facility and
observed that there was approximately 6 inches of freeboard for your waste storage pond. At
a minimum, the freeboard in the pond must be 1.5 ft. from the top of the pond. The pond's
i liquid waste level must be lowered immediately. It is requested that a written response be
I submitted to this office within 10 days of receipt of this letter. Your completed waste
Iapplication records (form Irr-1, Slur -1, or Sid -1, whichever is appropriate) as well as the
current freeboard of the storage pond should be included in your response. In responding,
1 please address your comments to the attention of Mr. Johnson. For technical assistance
1 please contact your local Soil and Water District representative.
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If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr.
Johnson or me at [phone].
cc: Iredell SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
819 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 281 IS
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
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ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY -
January 29, 1999
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy.
Statesville, NC 28625
Subject: Notice of Violation
Operating without a Permit
15A NCAC 2H.0217
Brushy Mountain Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
Enclosed is a copy of the Animal Operation Site Inspection report for the
inspection conducted by Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office at your dairy on January
26, 1999. This letter is being issued as a Notice of Violation pursuant to Title 15A
North Carolina Administrative Code 2H.0217.
NCAC 2H .0217 required all dairy operations above 100 cows to obtain a
certified animal waste management plan by December 31, 1997, in order to maintain
their deemed permitted status. Because you did not meet the December 1997
deadline, you were informed, via letter dated February 8, 1998, that an application
for special agreement had to be filed. In November 1998, an agreement was mailed
to you for your approval and signature. A response from you was not received.
Because your facility is operating without a certified plan and/or a special agreement,
you are no longer deemed permitted.
Also, during his inspection Mr. Johnson noted that little work had been done
toward completion of the farm plan developed by your technical specialist. To
comply with your farm plan, fencing, heavy use areas, feed areas, and clean water
diversions still need to be constructed. Finally, it was noted that the storage pond
was full and there was no record of your waste applications.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this office by February
21, 1999 indicating the actions taken to correct the noted problem. Please address
your response to Mr. Johnson.
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Mr. Homer Williams
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Be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking
enforcement actions for this or any other violations.
During discussions with Mr. Johnson, you brought to his attention that you are currently
maintaining less that 100 cows on your lot. If this can be verified (by your technical specialist or
Mr. Johnson) and the number of animals is kept below the 100 head threshold, then you may
request (form enclosed) to be removed from the state register. In this case you will not be
required to maintain your certified operator status, maintain waste application records, or
necessarily continue with the farm plan. However, Mr. Johnson will request to the Director that
a farm plan be implemented due to the facility's potential impacts to water quality.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr.
Johnson or me at [phone].
cc: Iredell County SWCD
Regional Coordinator
Compliance/Enforcement File
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Sincere
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary _
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
F. Homer Williams
Brushy Mountain Holstein
5864 Wilksboro Hwy
Statesville NC 28677
Dear F. Homer Williams:
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTM
ENVIRONMENT AND NATui
HE,ALI'H,
& NATURAL RESOURCBS
January 24, 2000
FEB 4 2000
tiilSIUR Of ENVIR04VENTAL MAIIAGNE11
4110RESVl1EE REGIONAL RFFiCF
Subject: Removal of Registration
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility Number 49-39
Iredell County
This is to acknowledge receipt of your request that your facility no longer be registered as an animal waste
management system per the terms of 15A NCAC 2H .0217. The information you provided us indicated that your
operation's animal population does not exceed the number set forth by 15A NCAC 2H.0217, and therefore does not
require registration for a certified animal waste management plan.
Under 15A NCAC 2H .0217, your facility is deemed permitted if waste is properly managed and does not
reach the surface waters of the state. Any system determined to have an adverse impact on water quality may be
required to obtain a waste management plan or an individual permit. You are reminded that a discharge of wastes to
the surface waters of the state will subject you to a civil penalty up to $25,000 per day.
Should you decide to increase the number of animals housed at your facility beyond the threshold limits
listed below, you will be required to receive approval from the Division of Water Quality prior to stocking animals
to that level. Threshold numbers of animals are as follows:
Swine
250
Confined Cattle
100
Horses
75
Sheep
1,000
Poultry with a liquid waste s stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant of our
staff at [phone] ext 571.
Sincerely,
i.4Ykr x
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7 Kerr T. Stevens, P.E.
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Iredell Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
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ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
October 29, 1999
Mr. F. Horner Williams
5864 Wilksboro Hwy.
Statesville, North Carolina 28677
SUBJECT: Operation Review Notice of Referral
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility No. 49-39 J�L—
Iredell County
Dear Mr. Williams,
On October 28, an Operation Review was conducted of Brushy Mountain Holstein, facility no. 49-39.
This Review, undertaken in accordance with G. S. 143-215.1OD, is one of two visits scheduled for all
registered livestock operations during the 1999 calendar year.
During the Review, it was noted that there was inadequate storage in the waste holding pond. Since
failure to maintain adequate storage and freeboard in waste holding ponds is illegal, your operation
along with supporting documentation was referred to the Division of Water Quality for further
investigation and possible enforcement action. G. S. 143-215.10E requires me to notify the Division of
Water Quality and the owner/operator of this observed violation.
It is imperative that this problem be eliminated immediately. You are strongly encouraged to contact
your certified technical specialist for help. You may also want to contact your local Soil and Water
Conservation District Office since they may be able to provide you with additional technical and/or
financial assistance to implement corrective best management practices.
Please remember'that in order for your facility to be in compliance with environmental regulations,
animal waste cannot be discharged into the waters of the State, and the animal waste collection,
treatment, storage and disposal systems must be properly sized, maintained and operated under the
responsible charge of a certified operator.
The Division of Soil and Water Conservation appreciates your cooperation with this Operation Review.
Please do not hesitate to call me at 704/663-1699 ext. 276 if you have any questions, concerns or need
additional information.
Sincerely,
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Rocky D. Durham
Environmental Engineer I
Enclosure
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Alan Johnson, DWQ Mooresville Regional Office
DSWC Regional Files
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ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
October 29, 1999
Mr. F. Horner Williams
5864 Wilksboro Hwy.
Statesville, North Carolina 28677
SUBJECT: Operation Review Notice of Referral
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility No. 49-39 J�L—
Iredell County
Dear Mr. Williams,
On October 28, an Operation Review was conducted of Brushy Mountain Holstein, facility no. 49-39.
This Review, undertaken in accordance with G. S. 143-215.1OD, is one of two visits scheduled for all
registered livestock operations during the 1999 calendar year.
During the Review, it was noted that there was inadequate storage in the waste holding pond. Since
failure to maintain adequate storage and freeboard in waste holding ponds is illegal, your operation
along with supporting documentation was referred to the Division of Water Quality for further
investigation and possible enforcement action. G. S. 143-215.10E requires me to notify the Division of
Water Quality and the owner/operator of this observed violation.
It is imperative that this problem be eliminated immediately. You are strongly encouraged to contact
your certified technical specialist for help. You may also want to contact your local Soil and Water
Conservation District Office since they may be able to provide you with additional technical and/or
financial assistance to implement corrective best management practices.
Please remember'that in order for your facility to be in compliance with environmental regulations,
animal waste cannot be discharged into the waters of the State, and the animal waste collection,
treatment, storage and disposal systems must be properly sized, maintained and operated under the
responsible charge of a certified operator.
The Division of Soil and Water Conservation appreciates your cooperation with this Operation Review.
Please do not hesitate to call me at 704/663-1699 ext. 276 if you have any questions, concerns or need
additional information.
Sincerely,
41 � � U -
Rocky D. Durham
Environmental Engineer I
Enclosure
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Alan Johnson, DWQ Mooresville Regional Office
DSWC Regional Files
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Date of Inspection ]0128194
Facility Number 49 39
Time of Inspection 9:20 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Permitted 0 Certified [3 Conditionally Certified ®Registered 113 Not Operational I Date Last Operated:
Farm Name: Br.UShy.M0.UUWA,HQ1Uei11 .................... County: ludo 1................................................ MRQ...........
OwnerName: F.Jbmer ...............................William,5..................................................... Phone No: 59,2:-2371 ....................................................................
Facility Contact: ...............................:..............................................Title: ...... Phone No:
Mailing Address: 5&6.:,W.jjksbgro.HWy.......................•................................................. StAtAsyille..NIC....................................................... 2R6.7.7 ..............
Onsite Representative: Hoiner-WiW....................................................................... Integrator:..............
CertifiedOperator: ................................................... ............................................................. Operator Certification Number:..........................................
Location of Farm:
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Latitude 36 F 31Longitude 1 80 • 57 27
Ca ig rent r3' Ca ac 'Current Design Current
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Swine Desi n Po ul ' Exult o tilation "Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder ❑ Layer ® Dairy 1 150 75
El Feeder to Finish ❑Non -Layer ❑ Non -Dairy
Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder ; ❑ Other
Farrow to nus
1ota1 Design apaclty'' 150
alts
oars T6ts1'-SSLW' '''� 210,000
Dischar res & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes ® No
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b. if discharge is observed, did it reach Water of the State? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes ® No
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes ® No
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Spillway ® Yes ❑ No
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier:
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Freeboard (inches): ..• ..............4
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees, severe erosion, ❑ Yes ® No
seepage, etc.)
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6. Are there structures on-site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan? ❑ Yes ❑ No
(If any of questions 4-6 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 ❑ No
8. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement? ® Yes ❑ No
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings? ® Yes ❑ No
Waste ADDlication
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes ❑ No
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN ❑ Yes ❑ No
12. Crop type Corn (Silage & Grain) Small Grain (Wheat, Barley,
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes ❑ No
14. a) Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b) Does the facility need a wettable acre determination? ❑ Yes ❑ No
c) This facility is pended for a wettable acre determination? ❑ Yes ❑ No
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
❑ Yes
❑ No
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
❑ No
Required Records & Documents
17. Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit readily available?
❑ Yes
❑ No
18. Does the facility fail to have all components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
(ie/ WUP, checklists, design, maps, etc.)
❑ Yes
❑ No
19. Does record keeping need improvement? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
❑ Yes
❑ No
20. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes
❑ No
21. Did the facility fail to have a actively certified operator in charge?
❑ Yes
❑ No
22. Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit?
(W -discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
❑ Yes
❑ No
23. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on-site representative?
❑ Yes
❑ No
24. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
❑ No
25. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
❑ No
No •yiolatipns;or :. ficiencies were: noted ;during• this AAL You: will "receive no further'' ; '
corresoondence about this.visit.
?eration has not gotten certified yet. Has sent in request to be removed. This is confirmation that operation is below threshold.
aste storage pond needs to be pumped immediately. Will have to refer operation to DWQ for insufficient freeboard.
Aeration is doing work toward getting certified.
application records or waste analysis on site. Owner stated he planned 'on staying below threshold until he could get certified.
Reviewer/Inspector Name I$q
Reviewer/Inspector Signature:
Date:
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on 10129199

Facility Number: 49--39 Date of Inspection F 10/28/99
Odor Issues
26. Does the discharge pipe from the confinement building to the storage pond or lagoon fail to discharge at/or below ❑ Yes ❑ No
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
27. Are there any dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours? ❑ Yes ® No
28. is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt, ❑ Yes ® No
roads, building structure, and/or public property)
29. Is the land application spray system intake not located near the liquid surface of the lagoon? ❑ Yes ❑ No
30. Were any major maintenance problems with the ventilation fan(s) noted? (i.e. broken fan belts, missing or
or broken fan blade(s), inoperable shutters, etc.) ❑ Yes ®No
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes .®No
32. Do the flush tanks lack.a submerged fill pipe or a. permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes ❑ No
Uditi
26,29 & 32:are N/A
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Printed on 10129199

UI' -KH I 1 L NS BRRNCH - WO Fax: [phone]
Apr 21 197 14:13 P.02/02
RE QL— ST OR REMOV AL OF REGISTRATION
The foiloawing farm does not meet the 2H .0200 registration requirements. Please inactivate this
facility on the registration databas a.
Facility Nwnber:
Farm Name:
oma: -G m s
Mailing Address: s S�� GJ�&e s b6' e J -
(t1c��s
County:
This Operation is:
RECEIVED
pasture only (no confinement) MAR 12 1999
dry litter poultry operation Vd4 : i R QU.QLRY SFCTIOr•,
out of business/no animals on site.03 O^mclia�c� �` f
closed out per RCS standards 4 `-nf.
-beloV4'--th�iD�d�less_rhazr25n��,;n� Inn�aanuctLD9 7,fotsrs,_�000-sheep or
30,000 -poultry v tl: a liquid :mime] waste numpment syssrcm)
COn1me71t8:.
I am fully aware that should the number of saam�afs acrease beyond te�thrbaldhlirntt or the
Dperution meets the 21-1 .0200 registration requirements for any reason, X will be required to
non and re -register th the - 'vision of Water Quality
Signature: t�1 Date:
I
'lyse return completed form to: DEHNR DWQ
Wat= Quality Section
CamplbMCe Group
P.O. Bos 29535
Raleigh, NC 27615-4535
RR -4197

January 20, 1999 +� VED
TO: Division of Water Quality
Attention: Shannon Langley 4''��='� QUjiLI j y
''c`�-Dischar S6.uT1Or`!
SUBJECT: Homer Williams Dairy 9� Comp113nce En{
Facility Number 49-39
As requested by you per our telephone conversation around
January 14, 1999 I would like to report the following:
z
My plan for 0200 certification was completed on June 14,
1997. On March 12, 1998 I completed the request for the
special agreement and mailed to the Division of Water
Quality and described actions I had taken prior to this
time. I also included a proposed schedule for when I
thought I would get the various components of my plan
completed.
According to our phone conversation this approved agreement
has not been received at my farm but I assumed that I had
been granted the additional time.
Since this request I have completed the covered feeding
alley for my dry cows. At present I am trying to get a
contractor to assist me to complete the stock trail, heavy
use area and water tank that adjoins this feed alley. When
I can arrange for the contractor I will complete the
additional work planned in the heifer and milk cow feeding
areas.
By copy of this letter I would like for the Division of
Water Quality to please extend my deadline and revise my
special agreement until September 30, 1999. This should
give me enough time to complete the other items in the plan.
Thank you for this consideration and I will do my best to
complete the remaining items as soon as possible.
Sincerely, ,
F. Homer Williams
Owner
CC: Larry Hendrix, Technical Specialist

REQJM!;T FOR REMOV —L OF REGISTRAT30N
The following farm does not meet the 214 .0200 registration requirements. please inactivate this
facility on the registration dntaba�e. -
Facility Number. ..._ C� S r — r c;;-1 r _.
Farm Name: t. v �e i VI
JUN 23 1999
Owner we Z/-/'4 pn S
Mailing Address: S .c) e s l`i6 PI
County: G�4-1
This operation is: RECEIVFD
pasture only (no confinement)i 2 1999
dry latter poultry operation Wk C�=. QUAL.fTY sECTIorj
out: of business/no animals on site
close�d�� out per NRCS standards
_._-•- •- ���a\h�--1•ilF.--t�Lt���l's-5�St13S''-�Si1-1`W1AL.-dol}'CO>�nCLUr6[L1C,_iS-�1413C5,�1�1,�jtC�oT
30,000-poulay Mth i liquid animal waste managrwent systcnt)
Comments: J
ez
r
I am Rally award thgt should the number faminacre�beyond t�e�Uhald limit o the
opermtion rnecrs the 2H .0200 registration requirements for any reason, Y will be required to
nvri and
ter�� D.iyvisioa of Water
�Qua�
�r
3; Signature: , 2� ,U Date: J
Please return comnletcti form ta: DERNR DWQ [
Warcr Quality Section
Currrplisace Group
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27625-0535
RR -x#197

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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
January 29, 1999
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy.
Statesville, NC 28625
Subject: Notice of Violation
Operating without a Permit
15A NCAC 211,0217
Brushy Mountain Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
Enclosed is a copy of the Animal Operation Site Inspection report for the
inspection conducted by Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office at your dairy on January
26, 1999. This letter is being issued as a Notice of Violation pursuant to Title 15A
North Carolina Administrative Code 2H.0217.
NCAC 2H .0217 required all dairy operations above 100 cows to obtain a
certified animal waste management plan by December 3l, 1997, in order to maintain
their deemed permitted status. Because you did not meet the December 1997
deadline, you were informed, via letter dated February 8, 1998, that an application
for special agreement had to be filed. In November 1998, an agreement was mailed
to you for your approval and signature. A response from you was not received.
Because your facility is operating without a certified plan and/or a special agreement,
you are no longer deemed permitted.
Also, during his inspection Mr. Johnson noted that little work had been done
toward completion of the farm plan developed by your technical specialist. To
comply with your farm plan, fencing, heavy use areas, feed areas, and clean water
diversions still need to be constructed. Finally, it was noted that the storage pond
was full and there was no record of your waste applications.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this office by February
21, 1999 indicating the actions taken to correct the noted problem. Please address
your response to Mr. Johnson.
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Be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking
enforcement actions for this or any other violations.
During discussions with Mr. Johnson, you brought to his attention that you are currently
maintaining less that 100 cows on your lot. If this can be verified (by your technical specialist or
Mr. Johnson) and the number of animals is kept below the 100 head threshold, then you may
request (form enclosed) to be removed from the state register. In this case you will not be
required to maintain your certified operator status, maintain waste application records, or
necessarily continue with the farm plan. However, Mr. Johnson will request to the Director that
a farm plan be implemented due to the facility's potential impacts to water quality.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr.
Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincere, � j
D. Rex GI son, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Iredell County SWCD
Regional Coordinator
Compliance/Enforcement File
AJ
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' ©'Division,of Soil and:.Water Conservation- Compliance Inspection ,.,!,,i , �
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Q ent O Follow-up ormQ inspection Q Follow-rrp of DSWC review Q Other
Routine Comlai
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Facility Number e
Date or Inspeclion 1
Time of Inspection d. 24 hr. (hh:mm)
p Permitted © Certified E] Conditionally Certified JO Registered 0 Not O erational Date Last Operated:
Farm Name: Ou < AGI- Cc�ttnt................''p..1.1..................,...............
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Owner Name: / �C'klrt. :'......�C,i/.f../! .11..5. Phone No ' Z`Z3I............
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Facility Contact: f , ��a l'itic: Phone No:
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Certified Operator:........................................................................................................ _.... Operator Certification Number:..........................................
Location of Farm:
Latitude �' �� ��� Longitude
Design Current
Design Current
Design Current
Swine Capacity Population
Poultry
Capacity Population Cattle
Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ Layer
❑ Dairy
❑ Feeder to Finish
❑ Non -Layer
❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Farrow to Wean
❑ Farrow to Feeder
10 Other
❑ Farrow to Finish
Total Design Capacity
❑ Gilts
Total SSLW
❑ Boars
Number of Lagoons ❑ Subsurface Drains Present ❑ Lagoon Area JEI Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps ❑ No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges & Stream Imoact5
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation (If yes, notify DWQ)?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
❑ Yes JR No
a. li'discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? ❑ Yes bio
h. If' discharge i5 observed. did it reach: ❑ Surface Waters ❑ Waters of the State ❑ Yes (X,No
c. if discharge is observed. what is the estimated flow in gal/Min?
d. [does discharge bypass a lagoon systom? ❑ Yes 0 No
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation'? ❑ Yes &No
3. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes No
Waste Collection & ,rreatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Yes ❑ No
Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier: X
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Freeboard(inches).............4Y....................................................................................................................................................................................................
1/6/99 Continued on back

Facility Number: - . -- Date of Inspection
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity cif any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees, severe erosion, ❑ Yes RrNo
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on-site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan'? ❑ Yes 540
(If any of questions 4-6 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? fRYes ❑ No
8. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement? 12Yes ❑ No
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required top of dike, maximum and minimum
liquid level elevation markings? ,K Yes C1 No
Waste Annlication
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? $j Yes ❑ No
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Ponding ❑ Nitrogen ❑ Yes Q�o
12. Crop type .. 1.1--e . ............................................................................................................................................................
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certifies! Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes ❑ No
14. Does the facility lack wettable acreage for land application? (footprint)
15. Does the receiving crap need improvement'?
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
Required Records & Documents
17. Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit readily available?
18. Does the facility fail to have all components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
(ie/ WUP, checklists, design, maps, etc.)
19. Does record keeping need improvement? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
20. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
21. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
22. Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit?
(ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes
❑ No
Yes
❑ No
XYes
❑ No
j2CYes
❑ No
RYes
❑ No
❑ Yes
LKNo
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes n�No
23. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on-site representative? ❑ Yes No
24. Docs facility require a follow-up visit by same agency? N -es ❑ No
P�9.vi(lations:or. deficiencies .were noted durin-g tliis.visit:. •Yoti will .retceive nil further .:. :
. btjrres....en ... . I .this visit...:: :: ...
... .......... . .
Comments (refer to question #): Explain any YES answers and/or any.recommendations or any other, comments:).:'
g y explain situations. (use additional pages as necessary)?
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Reviewer/Inspector Signature: A X11407 srJrt Date: l 26 11/6/99

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL, OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
September 30, 1998
CERTIFIED -MAIL
Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Inadequate Freeboard
Brushy Mtn. Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
On September 22, 1998 the Division of Soil and Water performed an operation review at
your facility. During the review, they observed that the freeboard of your waste storage pond
was inadequate. As required by NCGS 143-215.10E this Office was notified.
On September 29, 1998 Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office visited your dairy facility and
observed that there was approximately 6 inches of freeboard for your waste storage pond. At
a minimum, the freeboard in the pond must be 1.5 ft. from the top of the pond. The pond's
liquid waste level must be lowered immediately. It is requested that a written response be
submitted to this office within 10 days of receipt of this letter. Your completed waste
application records (form Irr-1, Slur -1, or Sld-1, whichever is appropriate) as well as the
current freeboard of the storage pond should be included in your response. In responding,
please address your comments to the attention of Mr. Johnson. For technical assistance
please contact your local Soil and Water District representative.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr.
Johnson or me at [phone].
cc: Iredell SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleaasson,_P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
November 13, 1998
Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy.
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Site Inspection
Brushy Mtn. Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this office has been asked on several occasions about the
appropriate time and proper method to take soil and waste samples. Also, during his
inspections, he has noticed that while the storage capacity may be adequate in the
storage pond/lagoon, in some cases it was not at the level set forth in the waste
utilization plan. Mr. Johnson has also noted that some animal operations using
hay/pasture systems do not appear to be properly managing the hay crop in the waste
application fields. This letter is to highlight some concerns and provide some general
guidance regarding the management of the storage pond/lagoon and waste application
fields. For more specific/detailed information, please contact your technical
specialist or your Iocal agricultural extension service.
Be advised that should a farm be found violating its farm plan and/or have an
unpermitted discharge, besides facing civil penalties, the facility could be required to
apply for an individual permit. Currently, most farms are operating under a general
permit.
Waste applications
Just as you manage the animals at your facility, proper management of the
waste (lagoon/storage pond level) is important. The waste must be pumped from the
ponds at the correct time and provide for maximum utilization of the nutrients by the
crop. Remember, waste application rates in your farm plan are based on agronomic
principles, and assumes the waste will be applied when the nutrients are required
(e.g., applying waste to corn at tasseling or bermuda grass in November is of little
use for the uptake of nitrogen). Also, the established application rate assumes that
the previous crop has been removed from the field.
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Grass and small grain crops grown for hay should be harvested in a timely manner. To
maximize nutrient uptake, as indicated in the waste utilization plan, and for highest quality, the
crop should be harvested at early boot stage (generally every 4 to 5 weeks). Small grain for
silage can be harvested in the soft dough stage when direct cut. Contact your agricultural
extension agent or technical specialist for proper guidance.
General Recommendations for Nitrogen N Application for Common ro s:
• SmalI Grains: One-third (1/3) N at planting and remainder in late February or early
March.
• Corn/Sorghum: For facilities that pump and haul, N should be applied prior to planting.
For those facilities that irrigate, a split application with half at planting and the remainder
when the cam is 18 inches high.
• Fescue/Orchardgrass: Apply one-half (112) of the N in mid-February to March and one-
half (1/2) in mid-August to September.
• Bermuda grass: Establishing: 30 to 40 lbs N/ac at planting and 30 to 60 lbs N/ac when
runners appear (6 -8 wk. after planting). Maintaining: 50 to 60 lbs N/ac in April and the
remainder of the recommended amount in equal increments in June and July or after each
cutting.
Finally, there have been instances where the amount of waste pumped (as shown in the
waste application records) from the lagoon/storage pond does not appear to agree with the
amount of waste produced by the animals. One would expect on an annual basis that the amount
pumped would be approximately equal to the amount being produced. For example, if a dairy is
generating 453,000 gal/yr in waste, then approximately 453,000 gallons of waste should be
accounted for in the waste application records over a year. However, there may be some
difference due to bow low the storage pond was pumped, the number of cows being held in the
facility, or the amount of rainfall.
Soil analysis (FREE)
Fifteen to twenty (15 to 20) soil samples per field (20 acres or less) is desirable. The
samples should be thoroughly mixed and sent in as one sample. Each sample should be pulled 4
inches deep for pastures and no -till systems and 8 inches deep for conventional tillage systems.
Taking samples during the fall is advisable. The state lab is not as busy at that time and
can provide a more timely turn around with the results. This is also a good time to apply lime if
recommended by the soil test. When liming is necessary, it is important that it be applied as
suggested. Maintaining proper soil pH is as important (if not more so) than fertilizing to
maximize crop production.

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Owner Name: F„Homer.............................. :Vl'111iams.................................................... Phone No: 4704,).592,-2a71 .......................................................
Facility Contact: F.Homa..W..Marm......................................Title: Omner ................................................ Phone No:....................................................
Mailing Address: 5864.WjWbora.Hw.y........................................................................ Stalesxlite.k c..............,........................................ 2867.7 ..............
Onsite Representative: F...Hinerr...Williams................................................................. Integrator:.....................................................................
Certified Operator: .................................................. ................................... .......................... Operator Certification Number:
........................
Location of Farm:
Latitude ® w ®' ©;`
Swipe
❑ No
to
❑
can to Feeder
can
❑ Farrow to
❑
Feeder
❑ Gilts
Longitude ®s 96
❑ No
to
mis
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can
❑ Farrow to
ee er
❑ Farrow to Finis
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars
Longitude ®s 96
❑ No
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a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge?
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoonsiholding ponds) require
maintenance/improvement?
b. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
February 13, 1998
CERTIFIED MAIL
RFTIJRN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Homer Williams
5864 Wilksboro Hwy.
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
Animal Operation Site Inspection
Brushy Mtn. Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
A site inspection of your facility was conducted on February 10, 1998 by Mr. Alan
Johnson of this Office. It was observed that the animals have been allowed access to the
embankments of the storage pond. For this reason, this letter is being issued as a Notice of
Deficiency (NOD). Although damage to the embankment is minor, continued access could
diminish the dam's structural integrity.
It was also observed that the storage pond was at or near capacity (allowing for 1 ft.
structural freeboard plus approximately 6 in. for a 25 yr -24 hr rain event). Should you
consider land application to prevent the pond from overflowing, be reminded that records of
the application (amount of waste applied, nitrogen applied, etc...) must be maintained. Also,
the waste must be applied only to those fields specified in the waste utilization plan. For
technical assistance please contact your local Soil and Water District representative.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact either
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
cc: Iredell SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Sincerely,
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D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOOR ESV I LLE, NORTH CAROLINA 2811 S
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
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.NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
May 12, 1998 EN+t;r,;
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F. Homer Williams MAY .I a 1998
Brushy Mountain Holstein
5864 Wilksboro Hwy o[�!n'.i �t rttt ,..,.,t•t .,.�.
Statesville NC 28677
SUBJECT. Designation of a Certified Operator in Charge
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility # 49-39
Iredell County
Dear Mr. Williams:
North Carolina General Statute 90 A-47.2 requires the owner of each animal waste
management system that serves 250 or more swine, 100 or more confined cattle, 75 or
more horses, 1,000 or more sheep, or. 30,000 or more confined poultry with a liquid
animal waste management system, to designate a properly certified operator as the
Operator in Charge (OIC). Our records indicate that the OIC you previously
designated is no longer a. certified animal waste management system operator.'
As the owner of a registered animal operation with an animal waste management
system, you must designate a certified animal waste management system operator as
the Operator in Charge. Enclosed is an Operator in Charge Designation Form
specifically for your facility. Please return this completed form to this office by
June 12, 1998. Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as
absolving you of the responsibility and liability for any past or future violations for
your failure to designate an appropriate Operator in Charge.
If you have any questions regarding the certification of an operator, or need assistance
in locating a certified operator in your area, please contact
Cindy Dudley with the Technical Assistance and Certification Unit at
[phone] ext. 309.
Sincerely,
o 'At
Joseph B. McMinn, Supervisor
Technical Assistance & Certification Unit
cd/Desig. of certified OIC
Enclosure
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. Water Quality Files
WATER POLLUTION CONTROL SYSTEM, OPERATORS CERTIFICATION COMMISSION ,
P.O.BOX 29835, RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626.0535
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
F. Homer Williams
Brushy Mountain Holstein
5864 Wilksboro Hwy
Statesville NC 28677
Dear F. Homer Williams:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
February 11, 1998
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NATURAL tdiS,fjiJItCFS
FEB 2,5 1998
FIVISIOV OF Elv1p 1limrNTd1 6'11ikoLfilElt�
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Subject: Request for Status p ate
Certified Animal Waste Management Plan
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility Number: 49-39
Iredell County
In accordance with State Regulations (15A NCAC 2H .0217(a)(1)(E)) adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission on February 1, 1993, the owner of the subject facility was required to submit a
Certification Form for the facility's animal waste management system by December 31, 1997.
This letter is to advise you that this office has no record of having received the required Certification for
the subject facility. Please provide this office with an explanation as to why this Certification was not
submitted as required. This explanation must be received within 30 days following the receipt of this letter.
Any existing facility owner which did not submit the required certification by the deadline is no longer
deemed permitted to operate their animal waste management system. Therefore, if the certification was not
submitted as required and the facility is still in operation, this facility is being operated without a valid
permit. N.C.G.S. 143-215.6(b) allows the Secretary of the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources to take appropriate enforcement actions for this violation for as long as the -violation continues.
Asper Senate Bill 1217, which was ratified on June 21, 1996, the Environmental Management
Commission (EMC) may enter into a special agreement with facilities that did not meet the December 31,
1997 deadline. These special agreements can only be issued to facility owners which signed up for assistance
with their local Soil and Water Conservation District Office by September 1, 1996 and which can
demonstrate that they made a good faith effort to meet the December 31, 1997 deadline. The special
agreement, if issued, would contain a specific schedule for the facility to follow to develop and/or implement
an approved animal waste management plan. Attached is an application for a special agreement between the
EMC and the subject facility. If you can demonstrate that this facility can meet the conditions for a special
agreement, you may send this request along with your explanation as to why the plan has not been developed
and implemented. This request would also be due within 30 days from receipt of this letter.
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]

Also attached is a form (Form RR 2198) that must be filled out if the facility is no longer in operation or is
below the threshold established in15A NCAC 2H .021'7(a)(1)(A). Facilities which maintain the number of animals
below certain thresholds are not required to be certified. These thresholds are:
100 head of cattle
75 horses
250 swine
1000 sheep
30,000 birds with a liquid system
Please submit this form if the subject facility is not operating or is below the threshold limit established in 15A
NCAC 2H.0217(a)(1)(A).
Please submit all responses to this matter to the following address:
Attn: Shannon Langley
Division of Water Quality
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh NC 27626-0535
Once your response is received, it will be evaluated in detail along with any supporting information that
you may wish to submit. Following this review, you will be advised of the results of the review and of any
additional actions that must be taken to bring your facility into compliance.'
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with the requirement to develop and implement a certified animal waste
management plan by December 31, 1997. Please also be advised that the submittal of a request for a special
agreement does not assure that one will be issued. Each facility will be reviewed on a case by case basis and
appropriate actions will be taken to bring each facility into compliance.
Thank you for your immediate attention to this issue. If you have any questions concerning this matter,
please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Shannon Langley of our staff at [phone] ext. 581.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard,
cc: Facility File — Non -Discharge Compliance/Enforcement Unit
DWQ Regional Office
Shannon Langley
Central Files
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626.0535 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
IDEHNR
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MARCH 19, 1997
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Notice of Violation
Animal Operation Site Inspection
15A NCAC 2H .0217
Brushy Mountain Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
A previous Notice of Violation was sent certified mail on February 12, 1997 concerning a
discharge from your lagoon. It was requested that a written response be submitted to this Office
by February 26, 1997 indicating the actions taken to correct the noted problem. As of this date a
response has not been receivcd.
On February 7, 1997 during an inspection, Mr. Alan Johnson of this office observed wastewater
discharging from the lagoon into a stream below the facility. The top of the lagoon had been
breached and the discharge had begun to erode the structure. This discharge and subsequent flow
of wastewater into the stream is a violation of the deemed permitted, status pursuant to 15A
NCAC 2H.0217.
A written response must be submitted to this office by March 26, 1997 indicating the actions
taken to correct the noted problem. Failure to respond may leave this office no alternative except
to pursue an enforcement recommendation. Please address your response to Mr. Johnson.
919 North Main Street, W 0 FAX [phone]
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March 19, 1997
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Be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking
enforcement actions for this or any other violations. Also, be advised that North Carolina General
Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per day per violation for noncompliance with state
environmental laws and regulations, as well as criminal penalties.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact either D. Rex
Gleason, Water Quality Regional supervisor, or Mr. Johnson at [phone].
j
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nal Supervisor
cc: Iredell County Soil & Water Conservation District
Compliance/Enforcement File
AJ

State of North Carolina
` Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
IDEF.HNF;Z
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
FEBRUARY 12, 1997
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy
Statesville, NC 28677
Subject: Notice of Violation
Animal Operation Site Inspection
15A NCAC 2H.0217
Brushy Mountain Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
Enclosed is a copy of the Animal Operation Site Inspection report for the inspection conducted
by Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office at your dairy on February 7, 1997. The report should be self-
explanatory.
Mr Johnson observed wastewater discharging from the lagoon into a stream below the facility.
The top of the lagoon had been breached and the discharge had begun to erode the structure. This
discharge and subsequent flow of wastewater into the stream is a violation of the deemed
permitted status pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0217.
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this office by February 26, 1997 indicating
the actions taken to correct the noted problem. Please address your response to Mr. Johnson
Be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking
enforcement actions for this or any other violations. Also, be advised that North Carolina General
Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per day per violation for noncomplinace with state
environmental laws and regulations.
919 North Main Street, FAX [phone]
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 rf C An Equal Opportunity/Affirmotive Action Employer
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Mr. Homer Williams
February 12, 1997
Page Two
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact either D. Rex
Gleason, Water Quality Regional supervisor, or Mr. Johnson at [phone].
Sincerely,
�
Kei ercash, P. E.
Reional
Supervisor
cc: Iredell Sounty Soil & Water Conservation District
Compliance/Enforcement File
AJ

ro_6tine 0 Complaint 0 Follow-up of DW 2 inspection 0 Follo-ii-up of DSWC review 0 Other
Facility Number
Farm Status: .....................
Date of Inspection
Time of Inspection
Use 24 hr. time
Total Time (in hours) Spent onReview
or Inspection (includes travel and processing)
Farm Name: ......_Y A ..... . ..... County:..... . zz. ....................................
Owner Name: .... . .. _Aex........ . Phone
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Certified Operator- '.:: ....... ......... 4b) .... . ..... — Operator Certification Number: _...........I............................
Location of Farm:
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Latitude Longitude
1[3 Not Operational Date Last Operated: . . .... . ...... . .... . ........ . ...... . ..... . . ...... . ....... . ............. . ............
Type of Operation and Design Capacity 2-00
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General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (if yes, notify DWQ)
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system'? (If yes, notify DWQ)
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
4. Was there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge?
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require
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{* State of North Carolina11
Department of Environment, VIA
Health and Natural Resources • 0
Mooresville Regional Office
�.James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor A M
1DaHNFz
$6nathan B, Howes, Secretary
Division of Soil and Water Conservation
July 16, 1997
Mr. F. Homer Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Hwy.
Statesville, North Carolina 28677
SUBJECT: Operation Review Corrective Action Recommendation
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility No. 49-39
Iredell County
Dear Mr. Williams,
On July 3, an Operation Review was conducted of Brushy Mountain Holstein, facility no. 49-39, This
Review, undertaken in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1 OD, is one of two visits scheduled for all registered livestock
operations during the 1997 calendar year. The Division of Water Quality will conduct a second site inspection.
During the Review, it was determined that waste was = being discharged to the waters of the State, and
the animal waste collection, treatment, storage and disposal systems were properly maintained and operated under
the responsible charge of a designated operator. However, the following management deficiency was discovered
and noted for corrective action: failure to install start and stop markers within the pond. This management
deficiency needs to be addressed and corrected. You are encouraged to contact your certified technical specialist if
additional assistance is needed. During ensuing reviews, this same deficiency will be re-examined to determine if
corrective action was implemented.
In order for your facility to remain in compliance with environmental regulations, animal waste cannot be
discharged into the waters of the State, and the animal waste collection, treatment, storage and disposal systems
must be properly maintained and Qpjr, ated under the responsible charge of a certified operator.
Please remember that you are required to obtain and implement an approved animal waste management
plan by the end of this year. The plan must be certified by either a designated technical specialist or a professional
engineer. For additional assistance with the plan, please contact your local Soil and Water Conservation District
Office or local Cooperative Extension Service Office.
The Division of Soil and Water Conservation appreciates your cooperation with this Operation Review.
Please do not hesitate to call me at 704/663-1699 ext. 277 if you have any questions, concerns or need additional
information.
Sincerely,
j seph imtherman
nvironmeital Engineer I
919 North Main Street,Nf
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Alan Johnson, DWQ Mooresville Regional Office
DSWC Regional Files

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Steve W. Tedder, Chairman
Homer F. Williams
5864 Wilkesboro Highway
Statesville 28677
Dear Mr. Williams:
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November 6, 1997
Subject: Operator In Charge Designation
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Senate Bill 1217, An Act to Implement Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Study Commission
on Agricultural Waste, was ratified by the North Carolina General Assembly on June 21, 1996.
This bill required that a properly certified operator be designated as the Operator in Charge for each
animal waste management system that serves 250 or more swine, 100 or more confined cattle, 75 or
more horses, 1,000 or more sheep, or 30,000 or more confined poultry with a liquid animal waste
management system.
The deadline for designating an Operator in Charge for animal waste management systems
involving cattle, horses, sheep, or poultry was January 1, 1997. Because a training and
certification program was not yet available for these systems, you were allowed to apply for and
were issued a temporary animal waste management certificate from the Water Pollution Control
System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC). Because you applied for and were
issued a temporary certificate, you were allowed to be designated as the Operator in Charge of an
animal waste management system.
Your temporary certificate expires December 31, 1997, and is not renewable. Our records indicate
that you have not obtained a permanent animal waste management system operator certification. If
you intend to remain the Operator in Charge of the facility for which you were designated, you must
obtain a permanent animal waste management system operator certification of the appropriate type
before your temporary certification expires on December 31, 1997. To obtain a permanent
certification, you must be 18 years of age, complete ten hours of approved training, and pass an
examination. If you do not intend to remain the Operator in Charge, a properly certified animal
waste management system operator must be designated as Operator in Charge of the facility prior to
the expiration of your temporary certification.
This year's final training program for both Type A and Type B animal waste management systems
is scheduled for December 10 and 11, 1997, at the Hunt Horse Complex in Raleigh. If you would
like information about this training program, please contact your local cooperative extension agent
or call Dee. Ann Cooper at 919/515-6968. For those enrolled in this training and registering with
Ms. Cooper prior to December 1, an exam will be offered at the Hunt Horse Complex on December
11, beginning at 1:00 pm.
Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission
P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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In addition to the training and testing at the ,Hunt Horse Complex, examinations for permanent
certification will be offered on December 11, 1997, in Williamston, Kenansville, Raleigh
(Wake Tech), Wentworth, Salisbury and Morganton. This examination date will be the last
opportunity to obtain permanent certification before your temporary certification expires. If you
need additional information or have questions concerning the examinations for certification, please
call Beth Buffington at 9191733-0026. For additional information about other training
opportunities, please contact your local cooperative extension agent or call David Crouse at
9191515-7302.
Sincerely,
Joseph B. McMinn, Supervisor
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
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Water Quality Files
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
F. Homer Williams
Brushy Mountain Holstein
5864 Wilksboro Hwy
Statesville NC 28677
Dear Mr. Williams:
10EH NA ril 3, 1997 VALT,1 �
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SUBJECT: Notice of Violation
Designation of Operator in Charge
Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility Number 49--39
Iredell County
You were notified by letter dated December 5, 1996, that you were required to designate a certified animal waste
management system operator as Operator in Charge for the subject facility by January 1, 1997. Enclosed with that
letter was an Operator in Charge Designation Form specifically for your facility, Instructions for Completing
Application for Temporary Certification as an Animal Waste Management System Operator, and an Application for
Temporary Certification as an Animal Waste Management System Operator. Our records indicate that these
completed Forms have not yet been returned to our office.
As was explained in the previous letter, a training and certification program is not yet available for animal waste
management systems involving cattle, horses, sheep, or poultry (with a liquid waste system). Therefore owners of
these systems were allowed to request that they be issued temporary certifications until December 31, 1997. All that
was required to receive this temporary certification was the completion of the Application Form.
For you convenience, we are sending you additional copies of the Operator in Charge Designation Form specifically
for your facility, Instructions for Completing Application for Temporary Certification as an Animal Waste
Management System Operator, and an Application for Temporary Certification as an Animal Waste Management
System Operator. Please return this completed Form to this office as soon as possible but in no case later than April
25, 1997. This office maintains a list of certified operators in your area if you need assistance in locating a certified
operator.
Please note that failure to designate an Operator in Charge of your animal waste management system, is a violation
of N.C.G.S. 90A-47.2 and you will be assessed a civil penalty unless an appropriately certified operator is designated
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as absolving you of the responsibility and liability for
any past or future violations for your failure to designate an appropriate Operator in Charge by January 1, 1997.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please contact our Technical Assistance and Certification Group at
[phone].
Sincerely,
for
Steve W. Tedder, Chief
Water Quality Section
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
Homer Williams
Rt. 5, Box 200
Statesville, NC 28677
Dear Mr. Williams:
HkNR
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
September 15, 1997
Subject: Certification/Notice of Violations
Brushy Mtn. Holstein, Facility #: 49-39
Iredell County, NC .
The deadline for the certified waste management plan to be implemented is December 31, 1997,
and there will be no extension of the deadline. With this in mind, this letter will touch on some of the
general components and issues that are of concern during an inspection.
As a certified, or soon to be certified, farm your files at a minimum must contain the following
information, and need to be available for review during the inspection:
Certification forms
Site diagram - showing fencing, streams, buffer zones
Waste application records/forms
Maps of acreage and irrigated fields
Waste utilization plan
Waste and soil analysis records
Emergency action plan and mortality & odor control checklist
Regarding waste application records, all information should be recorded. This includes (but is
not limited to) the field used, total minutes waste was applied (if required), the amount of waste irrigated/
hauled, the amount of nitrogen applied and the crop nitrogen balance. The crops and fields that are being
utilized for waste application must be specifled in the certified waste management plan. For those
facilities that grow hay, the date when the hay is harvested should be recorded. If you feel the plan does
not allow you the flexibility you need, contact a technical specialist to have the farm plan modified.
For lagoons/storage ponds, remember that a freeboard of 12 inches plus an additional 5 - 9
inches (depending on location) for a 25 year/24 hour rain event must be maintained from the top of the
storage pond/lagoon. If there is an emergency spillway/pipe, then the level must be maintained to
compensate, for a 25 yr/24 hr storm. A pumping marker must also be installed. This may be a pipe or
other structure that is already in the lagoon. Whatever the marker is, it must be prominently identified.
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The question often comes up as to what warrants a Notice of Violation (NOV). An NOV may
be issued for the following instances, among others:
a) inadequate freeboard,
b) inadequate land for waste application,
c) application on an unapproved crop/acreage,
d) discharge of waste from lagoon/facility,
e) excessive vegetation on the sideslopes of a lagoon/pond, or
f) other minor deficiencies.
Examples of a deficiency would be the waste or soil analysis forms not being up to date or the
application records not being filled out properly.
Please note, failure to submit the certification form by December 31, 1997, does not exclude you
from the responsibility of maintaining your storage pond/lagoon levels and waste application records.
Also, please be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000.per
day per violation as well as criminal penalties for violations of state environmental laws and regulations.
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Alan Johnson or me
at [phone].
cc: Iredell SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Sincerely,
'21eL-'
Water Quality egional Supervisor

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Steve W. Tedder, Chairman December 5, 1996
F. Homer Williams
Brushy Mountain Holstein
5864 Wilksboro Hwy
Statesville NC 28677
Dear Mr. Williams:
1Y?WA
[DEHNR
N.C. DEPT. OF
ENVIRONMENT, I[EALTH,
& NATURAL RrSOURCES
Subject: Operator In Charge Designation 2' 1996
Facility: Brushy Mountain Holstein
Facility ID #: 49-39
Iredell County LWON OF ENVI!;GUENT0.1 UAIIAOE411'fl!r
NOOR1SKLE AERILU OFFIIIE
Senate Bill 1217, An Act to Implement Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Study Commission on
Agricultural Waste, was enacted by the North Carolina General Assembly on June 21, 1996. This bill
requires that a certified operator be designated as the Operator in Charge by January 1, 1997, for each animal
waste management system that serves 250 or more swine, 100 or more confined cattle, 75 or more horses,
1,000 or more sheep, or 30,000 or more confined poultry with a liquid animal waste management system. Our
records indicate that your facility is registered with the Division of Water Quality and meets the requirements
for designating an OIC.
A training and certification program is not yet available for animal waste management systems involving
cattle, horses, sheep, or poultry. Owners and operators of these systems will be issued temporary animal waste
management certificates by the Water Pollution Control System Operators Certification Commission
(WPCSOCC). The temporary certificates will expire December 31, 1997, and will not be renewed. To obtain
a permanent certification, you will be required to complete ten hours of training and pass an examination by
December 31, 1997. A training and certification program for operators of animal waste management systems
involving cattle, sheep, horses, and poultry is now being developed and should be available by the spring of
1997. The type of training and certification required for the operator of each system will be based on the nature
of the wastes to be treated and the treatment process(es) primarily used to treat the animal waste.
As the owner of an animal operation with an animal waste management system, you must designate an
Operator in Charge and must submit the enclosed designation form to the WPCSOCC. If you do not intend to
operate your animal waste management system yourself, you must designate an employee or engage a contract
operator to be the Operator in Charge. The person designated as the Operator in Charge, whether yourself or
another person, must complete the enclosed application form for temporary certification as an animal waste
management system operator. Both the designation form and the application form must be completed and
returned by December 31, 1996.
If you have questions about the new requirements'for animal waste management system operators, please call
Beth Buffington or Bang Huneycutt at 9 1 917 3 3-0026.
Sincerely,
FOS Steve W. Tedder
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Water Quality Filesw.
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Site Requires Immediate Attention:,
Facility No. Y1-39
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
ANMUL FEEDLOT OPERATIONS SITE VISITATION RECORD
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Type of Operation: Swine . Poultry Cattle J—
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DEM Certification Number: ACE DEM C mlification Number: ACNEW
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Does the Animal Waste Lagoon have sufficient freeboard of I Foot + 25 year 24 hour star event
(approximately 1 Foot + 7 inches) Yes 0<9) Actual Freeboard: -P--Ft. `� Inches
Was any seepage observed from the lagoon(s)? Yes of @o Was any erosion observed? %or No
Is adequate land available for spray? or No Is the cover crop adequate?Ci or No
Crop(s) being utilized: G+'+xs arm
Does the facility meet SCIS minimum setback criteria? eet from Dwellings? Yes or No C 4fosc.
Feet from Wells? Yes or No
Is the animal waste stockpiled within 100 Feet of USGS Blue Line Stream? Yes
Is animal waste land applied or spray irrigated within 23 Feet of a USGS Map Blue Line? Yes or No Ao'1k--1-„L—
Is animal waste discharged into waters of the state by man-made ditch, flushing system, or other
similar man-made devices? Yes `"J if Yes, Please Explain.
Does the facility maintain adequate waste management records (volumes of manure, land applied,
spray irrigated on specific acreage with cover (m
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