900029_PERMIT FILE_20171231

State of North Carolina 'T
Department of Environment,
WA
Health and Natural Resources 1 •
Mooresville Regional Office a
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor [Dr-=HNF;Z
� .Cv. Man B. Howes, Secretary
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 18, 1997
Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
L. Thomas Farm, Facility #: 90-62, 29, 50
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Thomas:
A site inspection of your facilities was conducted on July 17, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of this
Office. In general, the facilities were in good shape. Comments for each facility are as follows:
90-62 (Brooks Rd.): Trees and shrubs on the lagoon need to be cut.
90-50(Stack Rd.): Bermuda grass in the application field needs to be improved. Weeds and brown
spots from herbicide residue were observed.
90-29( Dudley Rd.): Need to obtain copy of the certified farm plan.
Enclosed are forms to be used for keeping track of your waste applications.
Any further correspondence related to the subject inspection will be sent under separate cover.
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 report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at (704) 663-
1699.
Sincerely,
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D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union County SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
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919 North Main Street, ��y� FAX [phone]
Mooresville, North Carolina'28115 NVCVCAn Equal Opportunity/Affrmative Action Employer
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❑ DSWC Animal.Feedlot Operation Wiriew
is DWO.'Airnlmal Feedlot Operation Site Inspection
IWIloutine 0 Complaint 0 Follow-up of DWQ inspection 0 Follow-up of DSWC review 0 Other
Date of inspection
Folitpy Dumber
Time of Inspection 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: 'Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for 1 hr .15 ruin)) Spent on Review
❑ Certified ❑ Permitted or Inspection includes travel andprocessing)
NotOperatiional Date Last Operated: ......................... ...........................................................»......._....................................................
FarmName: ...... .c7G"/n....... .................................................... County:.....'laic_l...... C:........................ .......................
LandOwner Name: ... 2S ......................................... Phone No: ... 7.(:..rah......... 72.......................................
Facility Conetact:...tt?,l�:.:?............................. Title:Phone No:.... ...........
MailingAddress:.... ........ S.Z.6t., 4........���.&..................................... ... '. Y1r�G!.......................... .......... .............. zsji..Z........
OnsiteRepresentative:...'.}/.t4.:. ...........`S;.t,!.3,.5:: .............................. Integrator:.......................................................................................
Certified Operator:.......................1..�7. .t 1 .S............................. Operator Certification Number:..........................................
Location of Farm:
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Latitude ' ` Longitude
Type of Operation and Design Capacity
Design Cirreat Design Current Design Current
Sw�oeg ; ;, ¢vCa'aci Po elation Poultry `;.. Ca aci Po elation.Cattle ";r�:Ca 'aci Po elation
El Wean to Feeder <�❑ Layer ❑ Da'
❑ Feeder to Finish ❑ Non -Layer ❑ Non-Dai
El Farrow to Wean _ Y
Farrow to Feeder ) Natal Design Capae�ty Z7 0)
�y.z "
Farrow to Finish'
Total SSLW, Z
❑ Other
�1�1
Number of Lagoons / Holding Ponds ❑ Subsurface Drams Present aE
10Lagoon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes No
2. 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 Surface Water? (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
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes %No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes f4 No
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require ❑ Yes O No
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement? Continued on back

Facility Number: ............... —
• 6.
Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes
%No
7.
Did the facility fail to have'a certified operator in responsible charge?
❑ Yes
KNo
8.
Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
❑ Yes
QNo
fi. tructtt�es
�s oo and/gr Holding ponds)
9,
Is stortgeecapacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
❑ Yes
IgNo
Freeboard (ft): Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
Structure 6
..ail. ............................ ............................ ............................ .......... ........-....
............................
10.
Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
❑ Yes
ffNo
11.
Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
❑ Yes
Rf No
12.
Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
VYes
Qko
(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 adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
fYes
❑ No
Haste
Application
14.
Is there physical evidence of over application?
❑ Yes
P No
Of in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15.
Crop type ........�................................................................................l..l!!..............................................
16.
Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
❑ Yes
❑ No
17.
Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
No
18.
Does the receiving crop need improvement?
❑ Yes
No
19.
Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
0 No
20.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
ff-�o
21.
Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
EYNo
For
Certified Fuiliti Only 1-1 %�.
22.
Does the facility fail to have a/copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
❑ Yes
❑ No
23.
Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
❑ No
24.
Does record keeping need improvement?
❑ Yes
❑ No
Comments (refer to question #): Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other comments.:
Use drawings of facility to better explain situations. (use additional pages as necessary):
Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/inspectar Signature:
Date:
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❑ DSWC Animal Feedlot Operation Review: ..
QDWQ Animal Feedlot Operation Site`Inspection
Itoutine O Complaint 0 Follow-up of DWQ ins ection 0 Follow-up of DSWC review 0 Other
L-F
itcility lumber �y Date of Inspection
•Y "� Time of Inspection 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: ❑ Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:I.25 for I hr 15 min)) Spent on Review F7217
fijjCertitied El Permitted or Inspection includes travel and processing)
❑ Not Operational Date Last Operated: ....... ....... .... ............. ................. ..............................................................................................
Farm Name: __.. ta,rId?.at1............. :c1....... sfEa...... ...... County: .......ni....... ...............................................
Land Owner Name:.t!:As.:1....... ...................................... Phone No:.. _4.....................................
FacilityConctact:.................................................................................. Title:................................................ Phone No: .... _........................ ............................
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Mailing Address: ......7.3az........ :. .......����.... ................................ ....... `�G?t.:: :�..��...........................................2!Klie.......
OnsiteRepresentative:..... ..............%............................................... ...................................... Integrator: .......... ......... ........ ............................................................
Certified Operator :.....rct a_42�t p E<!.R `tom '
.r�.�:.......................��G�.c�z.�...�................. Operator Number...............�..................
Location of Farm:
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.........L..�rY..1S ......5�.\.......`:l..St:4.'-...1.........s�.'�,.:.,15:�.............. T.�(....4 LtL....S::Y.ti........R�.......�.�..�.....GCS!.+.1::��..I...I:L....�..i.S .Y:A3:.. ..
Latitude • 4 46 Longitude ' 4 4.
General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
2. 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 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 lagoons/holding ponds) require
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement?'
❑ Yes V No
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes
gNo
❑ Yes
'j, 'No
❑ Yes
&No
Continued
on back

Facility Number: ............... . .............
6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design? ❑ Yes RNo
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge? ❑ Yes M No
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed? ❑ Yes UNo
Structures (Lagoons and/or }I
9. Is storageeapacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Cl Yes
4 No
Freeboard (ft): Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
Structure 6
10.
Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
❑ Yes
9'No
11.
Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
❑ Yes
allo
12.
Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
❑ Yes
tB No
(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 adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
❑ Yes
No
14.
Is there physical evidence of over application?
❑ Yes
1� No
(If in excess of WMP, or runoff gntering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15.
Crop type ........��ii.�.: '1JI:r2a... .............................................. ......................... �.Y
16.
Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
❑ Yes
N No
17.
Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
Wo
18.
Does the receiving crop need improvement?
1'Yes
❑ No
19.
Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
g No
20.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
0 No
21,
Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
MNo
For
22.
Certified Facilities Only
Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
❑ Yes
ElNo
23.
Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
No
24.
Does record keeping need improvement?
J4 Yes
❑ No
Comments (refer to question ft Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other comments. "
Use drawings of facility to better explain situations. (use additional pages as necessary):
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ReviewerlInspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature:
Date:
cc. Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section, Facility Assessment Unit 4/30/97

❑ DSWC Animal Feedlot Operation Review
iDWQ,Animal.Feedlot Operation Site Inspection
Rnutine O Complaint Q Follow-ue of DWQ inspection Q Follow-ue of DSWC review O Other
[--Date -of Inspection
Facility Number 'G �,�.� 2hhh:mm Time of Inspection �..J4 r. ( )
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: ❑ Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for I hr 15 min)) Spent on Review .>
jCertified ❑ Permitted or Inspection includes travel andprocessing)
❑ Not Operational Date Last Operated:......_ ........ ..............._ ....... ..... »............................................_....................................................
FarmName: ..»..... 4_ r2�l.�'.at.t.2.............../..��?.c2>,5�...................... I .... .......... ...... County':......... ....................... » ...... _..... ......
LandOwner Name: Ci.tiL C14.'f.:Z..... .(FL�:��c....................................... Phone No..7.�e............7....`f..............................
Z9Z
Facility Conctact:....:......._.................................................................... Title: Phone No:
MailingAddress: ...... 4-3 .......... G�c,,c � ... S?c......... ................................. e.......... ...................... ....................... . �.- .I L.L.....
OnsiteRepresentative• / ............. Integrator:.......................................................................................
Certified Operator: ... ........................ ....... .._........... Operator Certification Number:...,. ..z... Cl.............
Lnentinn of F-irm-
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Latitude �• �� ��� Longitude �• �• �•
Type of Operation and Design Capacity
Design £ Cu'rrent.
;` Design ;,Current Design r>Curreot `
.
� Ca""acl ulation
Poultry ;: Cattle g
`Po acl Po D
^Q. Po
," Ca achy ulahon o ; �W ..:,f.Ca elation
❑ Wean to Feeder
P Layer ;' ❑ Dairy
Feeder to Finish Of,)❑Non-La
er .'' ❑ Non -Da'
Farrow to Wean
"4 ,.
El Farrow to Feeder
otal D61'_ Capacity; i T5
10 Farrow to Finisher`
a
# 3
❑ Other A ,
Tota! SSLW:. C
A Y
,...
Number of Lagoons / Holding Ponds i ❑Subsurface Drains Present
dC
i -E.c3. v x 'tt^ide's i vS�w F S- j ..
Lagoon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
,,k
t x,s, '
General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes No
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes V 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 Surface Water? (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
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes ,9.No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes JR-No
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require ❑ Yes I)INO
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement?
Continued on back

: Facility Number: ............... �............._
6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes
Q_Vo
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
❑ Yes
AqNo
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
❑ Yes
-ANo
Structures-f agootls and/orNoldingPonds)
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
❑ Yes
&o
E Freeboard(ft): Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
Structure 6
s. .._ ...._.... ..........�............. ............................ ............................ ........... .....
............................
10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
❑ Yes
E No
11. Is erosion, -or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
❑ Yes
[:]No
12. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
Wyes
RNo
(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 adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
❑ Yes
[YNo
`a5le Alpiigation
14, Is there physical evidence of over application?
❑ Yes
�fNo
(If in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
3 ctic r
15. Crop type ........t i.. n!%..c:..4h..................... _....................... .............................................. ...... r.................................
I6. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
❑ Yes
❑'No
17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
D-No
I8. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
1WYes
❑ No
19. Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
Wo
20. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
Q No
21. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
JR.No
r
22. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
Ayes
} 4 No
23. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
ONo
24. Does record keeping need improvement?
❑ Yes
IRNo
Comments (refer to question ft Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other comments. —
Use drawings of facility to better explain situations. (use additional pages as necessary):
'7�7 .j #Ir. [t,��/yt y �s � a [u/a�r �us otiL. - %evItz
Reviewer/Inspector Name .� � wn O.M MA L ker
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Reviewer/inspector Signature: Date:
cc. Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section, Facility Assessment Unit 4/30/97

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NORTH CAROL.INA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
April 29, 1999
Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
Animal Operation Site Inspection
L. Thomas Farm, Facility #: 90-29,50, 62
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Thomas:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facilities on
April 27, 1999. Based on the review of the files during the inspection, this report is
being issued as a Notice of Deficiency (NOD) for each facility. It was noted that the
files for each facility did not contain the completed odor, insect control, or mortality
checklists. Also, the November waste application records did not have an
accompanying waste analysis.
t =` During the inspection it was noted that facility #90-62 was below the 250 animal
" threshold. I have enclosed a copy of the Request for Removal form that you may
�F complete and return. Also, because you are planning on closing the other two facilities in
the near future, I have enclosed two extra copies for your use at the proper time.
During many of Mr. Johnson's inspections he has noted that some farms are often
T missing one or more components of the farm plan that should be available for review.
The items below must be available for review during the inspection.
• Certification forms.
• Site Diagram: Fencing, streams, buffer zones, feed areas.
Waste Application records with accompanying waste analysis.
• Maps of acreage and irrigated fields.
• Waste Utilization plan: Tracttfield number, usable/wettable acres (not
necessarily total acreage), list of crops, PAN required, and amount of waste
produced by livestock.
• Waste and Soil analysis info: Should have 3 years of data
It is suggested that this be maintained in a single folder.
• Emergency Action Plan should be posted.
• Insect, Odor Control, and Mortality Checklists completed.
• Certified Operator renewal card.
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Failure to have the above components available and complete could result in a Notice
of Violation or other enforcement actions. Also remember that waste should be applied
during the time the crop can utilize the nutrients in the waste. In general waste should be
applied no earlier than 30 days prior to planting.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex GI ?ason,.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator
AJ

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
/ • •
NCDE
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPAR��Mj 'e�$1r'I''4JRA,L)RE8 URC S
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL I �tv i CS'�r� };., .
February 20, 2002
Ronald Suggs FEB 2 2 2002
Porkchop Farm
5093 Pageland Hwy
Monroe NC 28112 In
Subject: Removal of Registra;ion f t
Porkchop Farm
Facility Number 90-62
Union County
Dear Ronald Suggs:
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 wastes stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant at
[phone] ext. 571or Steve Lewis [phone] ext. 539.
Sincerely,
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTN RWFd001.l_;` 57,
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURALfRESOLIRCES:
February 20, 2002
FEB 2 2 2002
Landon Thomas
Landon Thomas Farm
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Subject: Removal of Registration'
Landon Thomas Farm '
Facility Number 90-50
Union County
Dear Landon Thomas:
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 $25,000 per day.
Should you decide to increase the number of animals housed at your facility beyond the threshold limits
listed below, you will be required to receive approval from the Division of Water Quality prior to stocking animals
to that level. Threshold numbers of animals are as follows:
Swine
250
Confined Cattle
100
Horses
75
Sheep
1,000
Poultry with a liquid wastes stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant at
[phone] ext. 571or Steve Lewis [phone] ext. 539.
Sincerely,
`Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1617 'Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Aff?
NCDEINA,
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPAF?41' -N.ffl rl
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RE$OURGFS
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Landon Thomas February 20, 2002
FEB 2 2 2002
Landon Thomas Farm
4302 Stack Road
Monroe NC 28112
Subject: Removal of Registration
Landon Thomas Farm
Facility Number 90-29
Union County
Dear Landon Thomas:
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 wastes stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant at
[phone] ext. 57]or Steve Lewis [phone] ext. 539.
Sincerely,
P11
Gregory d. Thorpe, Fh.D.
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699.1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Ronald Suggs
Porkchop Farm
5083 Pageland Hwy
Monroe NC 28112
Farm Number: 90 - 62
Dear Ronald Suggs:
4 •
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
r
N.G DEPT. W
11104WRONMFNT, HEAI.M
December 1, 1999 11 NATURAL RFSOURCRO
DEC 6 1999
009% OF 111101n'�!#:�ERTAl. HANAUMEflT
NQUE51fIIIE AE& HA! OFFICE
You are hereby notified that Porkchop Farm, in accordance with G.S. 143-215.1OC, must apply for coverage under
an Animal Waste Operation General Permit. Upon receipt of this letter, your farm has sixty (60),days to submit the attached
application and all supporting documentation. In accordance with Chapter 626 of 1995 Session Laws (Regular Session
1996), Section 19(c)(2), any owner or operator who fails to submit an application by the date specified by the
Department SHALL NOT OPERATE the animal waste system after the specified date. Your application must be
returned within sixty (60) days of receipt of this letter. Failure to submit the application as required may also subject your
facility to a civil penalty and other enforcement actions for each day the facility is operated following the due date of the
application.
The attached application has been partially completed using information listed is your Animal Waste Management
Plan Certification Form. If any of the general or operation information listed is incorrect please make corrections as noted on
the application before returning the application package. The signed original application, one copy of the signed application,
two copies of a general location map, and two copies of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan must be returned to
complete the application package. The completed package should be sent to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please call Dianne Thomas at [phone] extension 364 or Alan
Johnson with the Mooresville Regional Office at [phone].
Sincerel ,1
for Kerr T. Stevens
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Landon Thomas
Landon Thomas Farm
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Farm Number: 90 - 50
Dear Landon Thomas:
0&1 4 0 • 2
NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
December 1, 1999 mc. DR1T• W
VmoNMENT, 14RALTFq
14ATUP-XL RESOURC'10
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You are hereby notified that Landon Thomas Farm, in accordance with G.S. 143-215.10C, must apply far coverage
under an Animal Waste Operation General Permit. Upon receipt of this letter, your farm has sixty (60) days to submit the
attached application and all supporting documentation. In accordance with Chapter 626 of 1995 Session Laws (Regular
Session 1996), Section 19(c)(2), any owner or operator who fails to submit an application by the date specified by the
Department SHALL NOT OPERATE the animal waste system after the specified date. Your application must be
returned within sixty (60) days of receipt of this letter. Failure to submit the application as required may also subject your
facility to a civil penalty and other enforcement actions for each day the facility is operated following the due date of the
application.
The attached application has been partially completed using information listed in your Animal Waste Management
Plan Certification Form. If any of the general or operation information listed is incorrect please make corrections as noted on
the application before returning the application package. The signed original application, one copy of the signed application,
two copies of a general location map, and two copies of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan must be returned to
complete the application package. The completed package should be sent to the following address:
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Water Quality Section
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please call Dianne Thomas at [phone] extension 364 or Alan
Johnson with the Mooresville Regional Office at [phone].
Sincerer
for kerr evens
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Draft - Revised January 20, 1999
JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number ' <a - Z cl Operation is flagged for a wettable
Farm Name: 1c�r, ���_ r`! acre determination due to failure of
On -Site Representative: S Part 11 eligibility items) F1 F2 F3 F4
InspectorlReviewer's Name: 4F gs Operation not required to secure WA
determination at this time based on
Date of site visit: exemption ' El E2 E3 E4_
Date of most recent WUP: 7 cr lm,)AnnuaI farm PAN,deficit: pounds
:Irrigation Systems) - circle 1.'hard-hose traveler; 2. center -pivot system;.3. linear -move system;
-s`►ationary°sprinkier system- wlpermanent,pipe; 5. stationary.sprinkler system wlportable pipe;
6. stationary gun system w/permanent pipe; 7. stationary gun system wlportable pipe
PART I. WA Determination Exemptions (Eiigibiiity failure, Part 11, overrides -Part I exemption.)
E1 Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an I or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and D21D3 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 111. (NOTE: 75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part 11. Complete eligibility
checklist, Part 11 - F1 F2 F3, before completing computational table in Part 111).
PART Ill. 75% Rile Eligibility Checklist and Documentation of WA Determination
Requirements. WA Determination required because operation fails one of !he eligibility
requirements listed below:
F1 Lack of acreage which resulted in over application of wastewater (PAN) on spray-
field(s) according to farm's last two years of irrigation .records.
F2 Unclear, illegible, or lack of information/map
F3 Obvious field limitations (numerous ditches; failure to deduct required
bufrerlsetback acreage; or 25% of total acreage identified in CAWMP includes
small, irregularly shaped fields -.fields less than 5 acres for travelers or less than
2 ,acres for stationary sprinklers).
F4 WA determination required because CAWMP credits field(s)'s acreage in excess
of 75% of the respective field's total acreage as noted in table in Part Ill.

Draft - Rn,ised January 20, lgge
Facility Number ._?6)-
Part 111. Field by Field Determination of 75% Exemption Rule for WA Determination
TRACT
NUMBER
FIELD
NUMBEW-2
TYPE OF
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
.TOTAL
ACRES
CAWMP
ACRES
FIELD
%
COMMENTS3
1
1
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I
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E k
E
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k
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FIELD NUMBER' - hydrant, pull, zone, or point numbers may be used in place of field numbers depending on CAWMP
and type of irrigation system. If pulls, etc. cross more than one field, inspe^torlreviewer % ill have to combine fields to
calculate 75% field by field determination for exemption if possible; otherwise operation will be subject to WA
determination.
1. FIELD NUMBER' - must be clearly delineated on map.
COMMENTS'- back-up fields with CAWMP acreage exceeding 75% of its total acres and having received less than 50%
of its annual PAN as documented in the farm's previous two years' (1997 & 1998) of irrigation records, cannot serve as the
sole basis for requYing a WA Determination. Back-up fields must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
by irrigation system.

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ENVTROMA-KNT, REALTFt
AP NATURAL R*TW)URCES
JUL 7 ?Inn
REQ ;T FOR REMOVAL OF REGISTRATION
MMUN 9 BMIN 111 MANA60lE;T
yaDMILE IMIAI orngr
The following farm does not meet the 214.02Q0 registration requirements. Please inactivate this
facility on the registration database.
Facility Number I=S 61) ~"
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Farm Name: o J a S
' Owner:
Mailing Address:
o f of IY
County: .LL, N /' d tv
This Operation is:
past= only (to conftement)
dry litter poultry operation
out of business/no animals on site
closed out per MRCS standards
helt3-W'—thz--tbrzShold--4ei"thar2iQ-�va11G,�i}_�an> � c�4t1�� linrsrs�L(Q4=shed_or
30,000-poultry with a liquid animal waste management symnt)
Comments:
1 am fully aware that should tho number of animals increase beyond the threshold limit or the
operation meets the 2N .0200 registration requirements for any reason, Z will be required to
notify and re -register with the Division of Water Quality.
YM�'W- /1/
Pl:.rse return completed form to: DEHNR-DWQ
wetns Quality Sectiou
Cumpliaace Group
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-0535
Copy to: NMEHNR, Attn: Allen Johnson
919 North Main St
Mooresville, N C 28115
Date: fir" 60
RR-4/97

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.•.JAM Es�ELM UNT JR.
`GOVERNOR
'-BILL '•HOLMAN
:SECRETARY
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL. OFFICE
WATER QUALITY SECTION
MAY 18, 2000
rLandon Thomas
-.'4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Animal Operation Site Inspection
L. Thomas Farm, Facility Nos.: 90-29 & 90-50
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Thomas:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted site inspections of your facilities on
May 16, 2000. Enclosed please find the inspection reports, which should be self-
explanatory.
It was observed that facility #29 still had approximately 20 pigs in the building.
Facility #50 appeared to be out of operation. Given that the facilities are below the
threshold of 250 animals, it is requested that you complete the enclosed Request for
"J
Removal form. Also include facility #62 on this form. Although #62 has been closed
since last year, our main office in Raleigh has not received a request for this facility to
be removed from the active list. Please return the completed farm to the attention of
Mr. Johnson.
c I If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
;'1H;::• f".{ = Sincerely,
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I ❑ Division of Soil and Water Conservation - Operation Review
Division of Soil and Water Conservation - Compliance Inspection
Division of Water Quality - Compliance Inspection
Other Agency - Operation Review
10Routine O Complaint O Follo.v-up of DWQ inspectinrt Q Other
4
f Facility Number '� G ? Date of 111SpCCtion L 1 %
s _ _ l'ime of 1nti(��i lii�tt + .._.•-._ �_ C; 24hr.(hh:mm)
❑ Permitted Certified ❑ Conditionaliv Certified © Registered 10 .Not Operational Date bast Operated:
Farm Name:..............:..���U.�a..........1'.�.�.`:.�::`: �.......! °i_f:..�n-a................. Count`: ..L �t i..�.r�.. .....1.........I..........................
Owner Name................i,LaxxG _ :... ,......... 1.1-:��.;�::t. ,.ter........ Phonc No: ........ .................................
FacilityContact ............................................................................... Title:............................................................... Phone No: ...................................................
.Nlailing Address: ............ `? :..�-............ �: :/:...... c�`::.............._................. .... ............. .�.�...�:L1.'s '..................................... .. ��.�.�..
Onsitc iZcpresentativc:..........:........./...................................................................................... lntcf�ratur...............................................................f.......................'
Certified Operator: f-C (` O
P................:.CLc:...G:::?..............................1.�...;.�L:{1.:.�..,........._...... Aerator Certification `anther:
Luc:aition of Farm:
l-ttitude �• i Longitude
Design Current
Swine Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder
[SFeedcr to Finish
T`,
❑ Farrow to Wean
❑ Farrow to Feeder
❑ Farrow to Finish
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars
....................................... IV
Design Current Design Current
Poultr}- Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Laves- ❑ Dairy
❑ Non -Laver ❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Other
Total Design Capacity
Total SSLW
.Number of Lagoons �� ❑ Subsurface Drains Present❑Lannon Area ❑ Sprati Field :1res
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps ❑ No Liquid Waste ylanal;ement System
Discharges & Stream Int acts
I. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation'
Dischar ,-- origin;itcd cst: ❑ Lagoon .❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If disch :r=� 15 observccl. was the conveyance snap made:'
h. is ohserved, did it reach NN`cacr of [he State" (If yes. notify DWQi
c. ff discharLe is observed. what is the estitnateci fines in ,al/min:'
d. Dees cii, hart hvrtass a la«{gun system..' nuti(w DWQ)
❑ Yes PE� No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
1 Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation" ❑ Yes []No
Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge" ❑ Yes �r No
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (Freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate' ❑ Spillway
Siru;:tu:.c I Srrut:turc ? Siructut-:: 3 Structure 4 StrUC[UiC ;
identifier;
Freeboard(inched: ...........->4-) .....................................................................................
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees. severe erosion.
seepage. etc.)
[:)Yes &No
Structure 6
❑ Yes )� No
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3/23/99

Facility Number: ���— �G� Date of Inspection
6.
Are there structures on -site which are not properiy addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan?_
❑ Yes
XNo
(If any of questions 4-6 was answered yes, and the situation poses an
immediate public healih 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 tither than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
❑ Yes
5LNo
9.
Do any stuctures lack adequate. gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings'?
❑ Yes
4 No
NVaste ;1ppi_ication
10.
Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
❑ Yes
471 No
11.
Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN
❑YesNo
12. Crop type
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
tg,jVo -
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment? ❑ Yes j No
Rettuired 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?
Oe/ 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'?
(ic/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
❑ Yes
❑ No
23.
Did ReviewerlInspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
Orves
❑ No
24.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
2!�No
25.
Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
9 No
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Comments (refer to question*): Explain,atiy YES answers and/or any recommendations or;any other comments
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: CtyL Date:
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facility ]Number Date of Inspection
Oder 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 K[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 5kNo
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes 2PNo
32. Do the flush tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes ❑ No
3/23/99

❑ Division of Soil and Water Conservation - Operation Review
© Division of Soil and Water Conservation - Compliance Inspection
Division of N ater Quality - Compliance Inspection
[] Other Agency - Operation Review
Woutine O Complaint Q Iroil(itiy-ut) oi' D�N'(Q inspection Q Other
---Facility V'umber 7�; —�D) ate of lnspecuon
-1 imv of Inspection 24 hr. (hh:mm)
❑ Permitted �,ertified ❑ Conditionally Certified ❑ Registered ❑ Not Operational fate Last Operated:
Farm Name:.........r..�i.�....'.�..'... ("ount\':....................................... .......................
Owner Name: .........-�r.l.�. ./C.;,�... /,�(..i'..��"� a Phone No: ........... y..... �.7 �...�...................................
FaciiitvContact: .......... ..................... ............................................... Title; .................................... Phone No:
Mailin- Address:
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Onsite Representative: ...............C:?n!.:..,............................................... .............. Integra
tor: ........ ........................... f......................
Certified Operator: ...... ',',��f,.�a.�:._n........... /// Vic;- OperatorCertifcatiun Numher:.............. ...........................
Location of Farm:
................................................................... ........... ..................................................................... ...................................................................................... ..................
Latitude �• �` Longitude
Swine
Design Current
Capacity Population
Design Current Design Current
Poultry Capacit-,• population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Laver El Dairy
❑ Non -Laver Non -Dairy
Total Design Capacity
Total SSLNV
❑ Wean to Feeder
{
❑ Feeder to Finish
I
❑ Farrow to Wean
& Farrow to FeederOther
❑ Farrow to Finish
I
❑ Gilts
j
❑ Boars
,Number of Lagoons JE1 Subsurface Drains Present ❑ La' uon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps ❑ No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges b: Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from an\• part of the operation? ❑ Yes ❑ No
DischaTL,,: originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field E] Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the convevance man-made'' ❑ Yes ❑ No
h. U discharge is ohscrved, did it reach Water of the State'? (If ycs. notiw DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
Q. U dischai-ge is observed. what is the estimated flow in sal/thin?
d Doc,; disc harSrc hvpass a laLyoon system? (11' yes. nuti("; DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
2. Is'there evidence of past discharg,- from any part of the. operation' ❑ Yes ❑ No
3. Were: there anv adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge`' ❑ Yes ❑ No
vVaste Collection & Treatment
4. is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate) ❑ Spillway ❑ Yes ❑ No
SIruC(U1-C 1 Structure 2 Structure StrUClurC 4 Structure j Structure 0
Tdcntiltcr:
Freeboard finches): ......................................................
5. Are there am immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed". (ie/ trees. severe erosion. ❑ Yes ❑ No
seepa;e. etc.)
3123/99 Continued on back

Facility Number:
of lnspertiun L�
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through n waste management or
closure plan?
❑ Yes
No
(If any of questions 4-6 was answered ves, and the situation poses.an
immediate public health or environmental threat, notify DWQ)
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
❑ Yes
ONo
8. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require main,cnance/improvement?
❑ Yes
�] No
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings"
❑ Yes
❑ No
y`
Wa.,;tc Application
10. Are there anv buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
❑ Yes
M No
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN
❑ Yes
❑ No
f
12. Crop type
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste ?Management Plan (CAWMP)?
❑ Yes
Q_No
14. a) Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application?
❑y es
❑ No-
b) Does the facility need a wettable acre determination?
❑ Yes
(I No
c) This faciiity is pended for a wettable acre determination?
❑ Yes
❑ No
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
❑ Yes
ARNo
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
11No
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, checkiists, design, maps, etc.)
❑ Yes
❑ No
19. Does record keeping need improvement? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
❑ Yes
❑ No
20. Is faciiity 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?
(ie/ 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
B3,No
25, Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
❑ No
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corresooiidehce:about:this visit ;
Comments (refer to. question #): Explain any'YES,
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additional pages -as necessary)
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: ECG Date:
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Facility Number: — Date of 1 rtspection
Odor issues
26. Does the discharge pipe from the confinement building to the storage pond or lagoon fail to discharge at/or below ❑ Yes EIeNo
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
27. Are there any dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours? ❑ Yes E�I-No
28. Is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt, ❑ Yes 1; 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/25-410
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 6-No
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes. u
32. Do the nush-tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes, No
3/23/99

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
Landon Thomas
Landon Thomas Farm
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Dear Landon Thomas:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT ANDF.IMfOVESOURCES
R"I'itONME'N;•T, HEAt,Tk
* NATURAL, RESOUEC�
December 30, 1999
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Subject: Fertilizer Application Recordkeeping
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 90-29
Union 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. IRR1, IRR2, DRYI, DRY2, DRY3, SLUR1, SLUR2,
SLDI , and SLD2) and maintained in the facility records for review. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)
compliance inspectors and Division of Soil and Water operation reviewers will review all recordkeeping during
routine inspections. Facilities not documenting all sources of nitrogen application will be subject to an
appropriate enforcement action.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Sonya Avant of the
DWQ staff at [phone] ext. 571.
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cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
S:Z,.L.
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]_
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Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Rd.
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ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVII.,I..E REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
April 29, 1999
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
Animal Operation Site Inspection
L. Thomas Farm, Facility #: 90-29,50, 62
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Thomas:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site iour facilities on
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April 27, 1999. Based on the review of the files during the inspection, this report is
aw: being issued as a Notice of Deficiency (NOD) for each facility. It was noted that the
-..r ; files for each facility did not contain the completed odor, insect control, or mortality
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checklists. Also the November waste application records did not have an
"=': "�` a • ; accompanying waste analysis.
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During the inspection it was noted that facility #90-62 was below the 250 animal
s threshold. I have enclosed a copy of the Request for Removal form that you may
complete and return. Also, because you are planning on closing the other two facilities in
the near future,1 have enclosed two extra copies for your use at the proper time.
During many of Mr. Johnson's inspections he has noted that some farms are often
missing one or more components of the farm plan that should be available for review.
_ The items belovr must be available for review during the inspection.
Certification forms.
Site Diagram: Fencing, streams, buffer zones, feed areas.
Waste Application records with accompanying waste analysis.
Maps of acreage and irrigated fields.
Waste'UtiIization plan: Tract/field number, usable/wettable acres (not
necessarily total acreage), list of crops, PAN required, and amount of waste
produced by livestock.
Waste and Soil analysis info: Should have 3 years of data
It is suggested that this be maintained in a single folder.
Emergency Action Plan should be posted.
Insect, Odor Control, and Mortality Checklists completed.
Certified Operator renewal card.
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Failure to have the. above components available and complete could result in a Notice
of Violation or other enforcement actions. Also remember that waste should be applied
during the time the crop can utilize the nutrients in the waste. In general waste should be
applied no earlier than 30 days prior to planting.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
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D. Rex GI /azson,.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Owner Name: _ ............. ..............�4 -5 ............... I'hone No:
Facility Contact: ...................................... ...................................Title:..................... Phone No:
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1. etude =0 4 `4 Longitude �0 ]1 44
Design Current Design Current Design Current
Swine Capacity Population Poultry Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder ❑ Layer I ❑ Dairy
❑ Feeder to Finish ❑ Non -Layer ❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder ❑ Other
❑ Farrow to Finish Total Design Capacity
❑ CiIts
❑ Boars Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons ❑ Subsurface Drains Present]© Lagoon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds 1 Solid Traps ❑ No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation (If yes, notify DWQ)?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance rnan-n1ade?
h. [['discharge is observed, did it reach: ❑ Surface Waters ❑ Waters of the State
c. If dischar­o is observed. what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge hypass a lagoon systcm?
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
3. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge?
Waste Collection & 'rreatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
StruCLUre I
Identifier:
freeboard (inches):.
Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
❑ Yes &lo
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes Wo
❑ Yes grNo
❑ Yes 9No
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Facility Number: — Date of Inspection
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed'? (ie/ trees, severe erosion,
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan?
(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?
8. Does any pat t of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required top of dike, maximum and minimum
liquid level elevation markings?
GVaste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement'?
❑ Yes k] No
❑ Yes ['No
[]Yes 2r_No
❑ Yes A No
❑ Yes 6No
❑ Yes 'Q No
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Ponding ❑ Nitrogen El Yes J;�'No
12. Crop type ..............sY rrl...1!i/�...............................................
......................................................................................................................
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? 4-Yes ❑ No
14. Does the facility lack wettable acreage for land application? (footprint)
15. Does the receiving crop 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'? (ic/ 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)
23. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
24. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
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aot;resporide>i�ce; ifbout; this ;visit.;
❑ Yes Wo
❑ Yes D(No
❑ Yes XNo
❑ Yes [ (No
IZ\Yes ❑ No
El 14 No
❑ Yes ;RNo
❑ Yes. MNo
❑ Yes WNo
❑ Yes ®,No
❑ Yes UNo
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Farm Name:L....................................................... Connty:..........t,,,t„t'}.t..p.A............ .......... .. ''
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I Itude • 6 Longitude 4 64
Design Current Design Current Design Current
Swine Capacity Population Poultry Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder ❑ Layer ❑ Dairy
❑ Feeder to Finish JE1 Non -Layer ❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder Other
❑ Farrow to Finish Total Design Capacity
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons 10 Subsurface Drains Present ❑ Lagoon Area JE1 Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps JE1 No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation (If yes, notify DWQ)?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
h. If discharge is observed, did it reach: ❑ Surface Waters ❑ Waters of the State
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/inin'1
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system?
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
3. Were there any 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?
Structure I Structure 2
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Freeboard (inches): ............. 19.0114.
.................................
Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
...............................................................................................................
❑ Yes
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❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes XNo
❑ Yes XNo
❑ Yes &o
Structure 6
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Facility Number'. — Date of inspection
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of [he structures observed? (ic/ trees, severe erosion,
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan'?
(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 ttiaintenancelimp[-ovement?
8. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required top of dike, maximum and minimum
liquid level elevation markings?
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❑ Yes rwqo
❑ Yes 5f No
❑ Yes M•No
❑ Yes 06-No
❑ Yes 0No
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenancelimprnvement? [-]Yes U,No
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Ponding ❑ Nitrogen ❑ Yes KNo
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12. Cro type .....................
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)?
14. Does the facility lack wettable acreage for land application? (footprint)
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment'?
Renuire 1 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?
(icl 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)
23. Did Rev iewer/Inspeel or fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative'?
24. Does facility require a follow-up visit by saute agency?
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❑ Yes ZNo
❑ Yes f No
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❑ Yes K No
❑ Yes 6No
❑ Yes XNo
❑ Yes KNo
[]Yes ,M No
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes M No
Comments (refer to question#): Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other;comments
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nude �"�' �" Longitude 0• �' �"
Swine Capacity Population
Wean to Feeder
Feeder to Finish
Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder
Farrow to Finish
Gilts
Boars
Poultry Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Layer I I ❑ Dairy
❑ Non -Layer I 1❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Other
Total Design Capacity
Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons { ❑ Subsurface Drains Present 110 Lagoon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds I Solid Traps 10 No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges & Stream Impacts
I. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation (If yes, notify DWQ)?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
h. II'dischargc is observed, did it reach: ❑ Surface Waters []Waters of the State
c. if dischar�oe is observed. what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge hypass a lagoon system?
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
3. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than froin a discharge?
❑ Yes WNo
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes j$J No
❑ Yes No
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Yes ,K No
Structure l Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier: p
I'reeh{gird (inches) 1...........................................
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Facility Number: — Date of Inspection
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees, severe erosion,
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan?
(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?
8. Does -any part of' the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required top of dike, maximum and minimum
liquid level elevation markings?
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❑ Yes A No
❑ Yes ZNo
❑ Yes $No
❑ Yes Rlo
❑ Yes X Vo
Waste Application
. Are they. .� 10. e any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes kpo
11. is there evidence of over application'? ❑ Ponding ❑ Nitrogen ❑ Yes X No
12. Crop type ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)?
14. Does the facility lack wettable acreage for land application'? (footprint)
15. Does the receiving crop 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 siwations as required by General Permit?
(ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
23. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
24. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
0: Ndvio.lations:or. deCciericie .were notr�d during .this visit:. You �riyl.receive na further .:.
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❑ Yes 6 Vo
❑ Yes 9 No
❑ Yes [WNo
Yes JWNo
❑ Yes $q No
❑ Yes XNo
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes &No
❑ Yes 93 No
❑ Yes E9 No
Comments (refer to question#): Explain any YES answers and/or any.'recomrriendations�6r any other cortinnents ,' „E;
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JAMES S. HUNTJR. _
GOVERNOR
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ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
November 24, 1998
Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Site Inspection
L. Thomas Farm, Facility #: 90-29
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Thomas:
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 for the animal facilities regarding the management of the storage
pond/lagoon and waste application fields. For more specific/detailed information,
please contact your technical specialist or your local 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 far Nitrogen Application for Common ro s:
• Small 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 corn is 18 inches high.
• Fescue/Orchardgrass: Apply one-half (1/2) of the N in mid -February to March and one-
half (1/2) in mid -August to September.
• Bermuda grass: Establishing: 30 to 401bs 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
cut-tmg.
Finally, there have been instances where the amount of waste pumped (as shown in the
waste application records) from the ]agoon/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 how low the storage pond was pumped, the number of cows being held in the
facility, or the amount of rainfall. v
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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Waste sarn les/anal sis ($4/sample)
The state lab now has. the capability to conduct analyses and provide the results within
two working days via the internet. Through the US Postal service allow seven days. Take
samples in a timely manner such that waste application rates can be based on the most recent
sample results.
Six to eight (6 to 8) samples should be taken around the edge of the lagoon/storage pond,
approximately 6 feet from the edge and 12 inches below the surface. These can be mixed to
make one sample. The sample should be refrigerated if it is not going to be shipped the same
day. Always mail waste samples in plastic containers.
. For farmers who do not have to agitate the lagoon/storage pond prior to application, it is
strongly suggested that waste samples be taken prior to waste application. This will prevent the
producer from having to go back and complete the waste application record at a later date.
For farmers who apply waste to hay fields and pastures, it is strongly suggested that
waste. samples be taken quarterly if the waste is applied anytime during the growing season.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson
or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
1 D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit.
Regional Coordinator

S
h Division of Soil and Water Conservation Other A enca w"
F������Hiviston of Water Quality �'`�
161koutine O Cam laint O Follow-up of DW ins cation O Follow-u of DSWC review 10 Other
Date of Inspection
Facility Number �! ��
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Time of Inspection r 24 hr. (hh:mm)
(] Registered V02�Certi6ed 0 Applied_ for Permit © Permitted C Not O erational ++ ••D--ate Last Operated :...................:......
Farm Name. 4.G tide TGro County:..........kk ti..'1..................................................
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Owner Name:.............Q.�1!i.ttic........................................................................
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FacilityContact: .................................................... :...... ................. - Title:................................................................ Phone No:...................................................
MailingAddress: ........... d..�............. .c?�1 1.�,-...........................................i'll.?.h...........,.................................... ..........................
Onsite Representative:.................. ......................... Integrator:..................
Certified Operator:............. .......... ..........f..,F1,�1..�Y1..Q... 15.................. Operator Certification Number....................
Location of Farm:
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General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
❑ Yes *o
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
❑ Yes �kNo
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 Surface Water? (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
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
❑ Yes &�No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge?
❑ Yes jVkNo
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require
❑ Yes Wo
maintenance/improvement?
6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes AN0'
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
❑ Yes ONO
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Facility Number: — 8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed? ❑ Yes fi(No
s Fl
Structures (Lagoons,Holding fondush Pits, etc.)
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Yes AQ No
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier: ....�%- I f'1.......... ..... T..!C ... ...........................................................................
Freeboard(ft):.........../............................................................................................................................................................................................
10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures? ❑ Yes �M No
It. Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observedT ❑ Yes kFNo
12. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes io
(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 adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers? ❑ Yes yN No
Waste ADDlication
14. Is there physical evidence of over application? ❑ Yes tiKNo
(If in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop type .rr.!!5,.................................................................................... .........................................-----
16. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)? ❑ Yes &(No
17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
18. 'Does the receiving crop need improvement?
19. Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
20. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
21. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
22. Does record keeping need improvement?
For Certified or Permitted Facilities On[
23. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
24. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
25. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Permit?
O-No.violationsor deficiencies.were-noted-dnririg this: visit:- You:rvill iiceive,nti•ftirther:-
correspi)Meko about this'.vis L' ;
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❑ Yes 1'No
❑ Yes)tNo
❑ Yes QKNo
❑ Yes 10 No
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❑ Yes A No
❑ Yes PNo
❑ Yes RNo
❑ Yes )Q No
❑ Yes [LNo
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: _ ��-,/a. Date: x /b

Count
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Address
Location
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Farm Name
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Phone NumFer
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I?....... (S... 1 ...... x.: opt half i. .. ... as le t::{Irid ...... g................... r .
Certified Operator in Charge
Backup Certified Operator
Comments
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Date inactivated or closed
■ Swine p Poultry p Cattle p Sheep p Horses p Goats p None
Design Capacity '

Latitude
Longitude
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Regional DWQ Staff Date Record Exported
Vegetation
Acreage
Other
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to Permits Database

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B, Hunt, Jr„ Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Mr. Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Road
Monroe, NC 28112
-..Dear Mr. Thomas:
IDEHNFSZ
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
October 4, 1995
Subject: Rescission of Notice
of Violation
Thomas Farm
Union County, NC
An inspection of the animal waste lagoon at your swine farm,
located on Dudley Road (SR 2118) in Union County, was conducted on
August 4, 1995 by Mr. Roberto L. Scheller of this office. It was
discovered during the inspection that the animal waste lagoon was
discharging via the emergency spillway. A Notice of Violation was
subsequently issued.
on September 1, 1995 a second inspection of the subject
facility was conducted at your request. You indicated during this
inspection that the discharging lagoon was that of a neighboring
farm. Further investigation of the two sites confirmed the mix-up
in logistics between the two farms. An inspection of your animal
waste lagoon revealed no discharge from .the site into surface
waters.
The Notice of Violation is hereby rescinded and your farm's
deemed permitted status has not'been affected. An apology is
offered for any inconvenience this error may have caused. If you
have any further questions regarding this matter, please contact
Roberto L. Scheller, Rex Gleason (Water Quality Regional
Supervisor), or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
B. Keith Overcash, P.E.
Regional Supervisor.
RS
919 North Main Street, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
November 13, 1996
Ronald Suggs
Porkchop Farm
5083 Pageland Hwy.
Monroe NC 28112
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Porkchop Farm
Facility ID#: 90-62
Union County
Dear Mr. Suggs:
1 ®.�
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N.C- T)EP'r'. off'
ENVIRONNJ!ti NT. HEALTH.
& NATURAL I:ESOUI:CFS
NOV 19 1996
DIVISION OF INVIRO?I INTAt IUAr'NASMENT
MOCKSVIILE REGIONAL OFFICE
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 919/733-0026.
Sincerely,,
A. Preston Howard, JrL..,ector
Division of Water Quality
Enclosure
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Files
P.O. Box 27687, W *'
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 'of An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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Site Requires Immediate Attention: _
Facility No. `fib -6a
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
ANIMAL FEEDLOT OPERATIONS SITE VISITATION RECORD
DATE:, 1995
Time: II.30
Farm Name/Owner: e0 nfAZ-lD �511Gr 5
Mailing Address: 50S 9 PAS45ZKAP—IVWMo 2 9-
County: UAf 101 Integrator: Phone: 2�4 _ q 7 S Z
On Site Representative: Phone:
Physical Address/Location:
Type of Operation: Swine-/—Poultry—Cattle�Design Capacity: Number of Animals on Site:
Latitude:34 0S3'S5" Longitude: $b° ZS'S Elevation: Feet
Circle(Yes)or No
Does the Animal Waste Lagoon have sufficient freeboard of I Foot + 25 year 24 hour storm event
(approximately 1 Foot + 7 inches) gor No Actual Freeboard:__F-_Ft. O Inches
Was any seepage observed from the lagoon(s j? Yes or 1L`'9' Was any erosion observed? Yes r No
Is adequate land available for spray? Yes or No Is the cover crop adequate? Yes or No
Crop(s) being utilized:
Does the facility meet SCS minimum setback criteria? 200 Feet from Dwellings. Yes or No
100 Feet from Wells?(Yes or No
Is the animal waste stockpiled within 100 Feet of USGS Blue Line Stream? Yes`org)
Is animal waste land applied or spray irrigated within 25 Feet of a USGS Map Blue Line? Yes or
�
Is animal waste discharged into waters of the state by man-made ditch, flushing system, or other
similar man-made devices? Yes ors) If Yes, Please Explain.
Does the facility maintain adequate waste management records (volumes of manure, land applied,
spray irrigated on specific acreage with cover crop)? Yes or No
Additional Comments:. /1/n On/c
Inspector Name S&LM- CAI
cc: Facility Assessment Unit
r7C-- G A ?,.)S i a ..J /�/o 1 C`'L>
Signature

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
.lames B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
November 13, 1996
Landon Thomas
Landon Thomas Farm
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Landon Thomas Farm
Facility ID#: 90-29
Union County
Dear Mr. Thomas:
EDEHNR
N.C. DEF'i'. OF
ENVIRONMENT, HEAT, r,ii.
& NATURAL RESOURCLS
NOV 19 1996
QIVISIGit 2F [01111IN tE ITU f,:A"IAGf.IERT
RXIESVUE REEIOMAL OFFICE
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 919/733-0026.
Sincerely,
A. Preston Howard, Jr., PJectorEDi
Division of Water Quality
Enclosure
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Files
Y1• � t
P.O. Box 27687, .�_
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Site Requires Immediate Attention: _
Facility No.9�i_��
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
ANIMAL FEEDLOT OPERATIONS SITE VISITATION RECORD
DATE:,5& k 1995
Time: --
Farm Name/Owner:(p�crGs / N!�`�,r+s��
Mailing Address:
County: OiV CVN Integrator: _ Phone: 'af4 _ 30 ��A
On Site Representative: Phone:
Physical Address/Location:
Type of Operation: Swine-7�(—Poultry_Cattle_Design Capacity: Number of Animals on Site:_
Latitude:
Longitude:
Circle Yes or No
Elevation: Feet
Does the Animal Waste Lagoon have sufficient freeboard of 1 Foot + 25 year 24 hour storm event
(approximately 1 Foot + 7 inches) Gs r No Actual Freeboard:I.Ft,_Inches
Was any seepage observed from the lagoon(s)? Yes olo Was any erosion observed? Yes o(!�
Is adequate land available for spray? es r No Is the cover crop adequate? a or No
Crop(s) being utilized:rol\ �t�i\`c�o� ccLrn
Does the facility meet SCS minimum setback criteria? 200 Feet from Dwellings? Qw No
100 Feet from Wells? �or No
Is the animal waste stockpiled within 100 Feet of USGS Blue Line Stream? Yes ol&
Is animal waste land applied or spray irrigated within 25 Feet of a USGS Map Blue Line? Yes o4L)-5
Is animal waste discharged into waters of the state by man-made ditch, flushing system, or other
similar man-made devices? Yes or(q� If Yes, Please Explain.
Does the facility maintain adequate waste management records (volumes of manure, land applied,
spray irrigated on specific acreage with cover crop)? rar No
Additional Comments:
Inspector NamA��C�S,���
cc: Facility Assessment Unit
(-�A S'
Signature

Sfate of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
';d?pathan B. Howes, Secretary
Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Dear Mr. Thomas:
�s
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 18, 1997
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
L. Thomas Farm, Facility #: 90-62, 29, 50
Union County, NC
A site inspection of your facilities was conducted on July 17, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of this
Office. In general, the facilities were in good shape. Comments for each facility are as follows:
90-62 (Brooks Rd.): Trees and shrubs on the lagoon need to be cut.
90-50(Stack Rd.): Bermuda grass in the application field needs to be improved. Weeds and brown
spots from herbicide residue were observed.
90-29( Dudley Rd.): Need to obtain copy of the certified farm plan.
Enclosed are forms to be used for keeping track of your waste applications.
Any further correspondence related to the subject inspection will be sent under separate cover.
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 Iaws and regulations. If you
have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at (704) 663-
1699.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E. 4
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union County SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
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919 North Main Street, FAX [phone]
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Nvf CAn Equal Opportunity/Affjrmative Action Employer
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Routine 0 Complaint 0 Follow-up of DVV ins cction 0 Foliow-up of DSWC review 0 Other
Date of Inspection
4cility Number
Time of Inspection 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: ❑ Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for 1 hr 15 min)) Spent on Review
jCertified ❑Permitted or Inspection includes travel and rocessin
❑ Not Operational Date Last Operated:......» ....................... ............ ..... .......... ................................... .............. »................. .................
FarmName: ...... ..... 1.f2Q.act°�� ............. ...­... .......... ......... County: ... ..... i<,.i.xuiaE....................................................
LandOwner Name: .............................. Phone No :....-...... .%....`..............................
FacilityConctact:................................................................................. Title:.............................................. Phone No:. .�..�................................
MailingAddress:....... z..........5"Gc c.1....!4........................................... ........................................ ............... .`..��.Z .....
OnsiteRepresentative: . ..................................................................................................... Integrator:..............................................................................
Certified Operator:.... ................. ........pl,.r.. ...................... Operator Certification Number: ... �.�l..z..�.1............
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Latitude • 4 « Longitude • 6 ',
Type of Operation and Design Capacity
{ Design ' Current Design ;<, Current °;,Design :Current
Swtrie:
1C acl Po ulation Poultry . Ca aci 1'o ulatian Cattle
Ca `aci Po ulation
❑ Wean to Feeder p Layer ❑ Da'
Feeder to Finish (K> I❑ Non -Layer w ❑Non -Da'
Farrow to Wean
El Farrow to Feeder Total Design Capacity
10 Farrow to Finish R
.,... 'Total SSLW 7T s
❑ Other
Number of Lagoons /Holding Ponds ❑ Subsurface Drams Present
M' F ❑ Lagoon Area ' Y' ❑ Spray Field Area R
Gep,�ral
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes PS No
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes Tr' 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 Surface Water? (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
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes ONo
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes ,,�``VNo
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoonsiholding ponds) require ❑ Yes , CO
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement?'
Continued on back

• Facility Number: ...... . ....... . ............. . I
.
6.' ,Is faeiI4 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?
t 8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site -which need to be properly closed?
Structures (Lagoons and/or Holding Ponds)
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Freeboard (ft): Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3
i...._ . ...... ............. ....... ......... _..........
10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
Structure 4
11. 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 adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
❑ Yes 5ZLNo
❑ Yes '19.No
❑ Yes %LNo
❑ Yes ALNo
Structure 5 Structure 6
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 ........Ec ..�.�t1.e................................................................. ......................... . ......c cr......
16. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
17. -Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
18. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
19. Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
20. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
2I. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
For Certified Facilities Only
22. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
23. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
24. Does record keeping need improvement?
Comments (refer to question ft Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other comments.
Use drawings of facility to better explain situations. (use additional pages as necessary):
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❑ Yes & No
❑ Yes ❑ No
' & es U(No
❑ Yes &No
❑ Yes n:No
❑ Yes ❑'No
❑ Yes b No
1AYes ❑ No
❑ Yes Wo
❑ Yes Q No
❑ Yes PNo
Ayes y t No
❑ Yes 12 No
[:]Yes [9.No
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Reviewer/Inspector Name 1, (4 v�r �!1+� t s:.
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: t ti Date:
cc: Division of Water Quali), Water Qualit}, Section, Facility Assessment Unit 4/30/97

[Routine O Complaint O Follow-up of DWQ inspection O Follow-up of DSWC review O Other
Date of Inspection,[
Facility Number hh•mm. hr. Time of Inspection 24 ()
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: ❑ Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for 1 hr 15 min)) Spent on Review
"Certified ❑ Permitted or Inspection includes travel andprocessing)
❑ Not Operational Date L... Last Operated:..................................................................................................................................................
FarmName- .._......4f2Z4202.............(..f?�?�2�,�.............................................. county: ........ U�ir,�................................ .......................
LandOwner. Name: za.,n.dP.a...... ..z;6.'. fa.. ....................................... Phone No .2Ce.�.....`......3...7..,�. .............................
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FacilityConctact:.....................................�.. f...........j............................ Title:................................................ Phone No:..........................................................
Mailing Address:...... f��Q........FcL...A............................................�................................ .......................
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OnsiteRepresentative:..................%........................................................................................ Integrator:.................. G c1
Certified Operator:...., r7,,rd!................................................ Operator Certification Number: ......:(..z...T�i........ _..
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Latitude 0 t « Longitude • ° 11
eneral
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
2. 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 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 lagoons/holding ponds) require
maintenance/improvement?
4/30/97
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes [:]No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes $NO
❑ Yes ,9,N0
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6. Is'facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design? ❑ Yes WO
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge? ❑ Yes gNo
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed? ❑ Yes 'ZA
Structures ,agoons and/gr Holdi0.g Pond.
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Yes ANo
Freeboard (ft): Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
................ ...................... ....... .......... ......... ............................ ............................ ............................
10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures? ❑ Yes 91 No
11.
Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
❑ Yes
❑ No
12.
Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvemcnt?
*Yes
CKNo
(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 adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
❑ Yes
LkNo
Aaste Application
14.
Is there physical evidence of over application?
❑ Yes
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(If in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15.
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16.
Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
❑ Yes
❑'No
17.
Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
&No
18.
Does the receiving crop need improvement?
VYes
❑ No
19.
Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
Wo
20.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
$Z[No
21.
Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
F.No
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22.
Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
CK Yes
i �No
23.
Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
Jallo
24.
Does record keeping need improvement?
❑ Yes
f kNo
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Reviewer/Inspector Name a
Reviewer/InspectorSignature: Date:
cc: Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section, Facility Assessment Unit 4/30/97

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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources •
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor p � H N R
Wayne McDevitt, Secretary
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
September 15, 1997
Landon Thomas
4302 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Certification/Notice of Violations
L. Thomas Farm, Facility #: 90-29
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Thomas:
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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 specified 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: Union SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleaso . E.
Water Qualityegional Supervisor