900043_PERMIT FILE_20171231

April 18, 2008
Ronald B. Cox
Ronald B. Cox Farm
4009 Stack Road
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Rescission of Animal Waste Permit
Certificate of Coverage No. AWS900043
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Union County
Dear Mr. Cox:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
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APR 2 7 2008
NC DEW-0-0
DWQ - Aquifer Protection
Reference is made to your request for rescission of the subject animal waste permit Certificate of
Coverage. Staff from the Mooresville Regional Office have confirmed that this Coverage is no
longer required. Therefore, in accordance with your request, Certificate of Coverage No.
AWS900043 is rescinded, effective immediately.
If, in the future, you wish again to operate an animal waste management system you must first
apply for and receive a new animal waste permit Certificate of Coverage. Operating an animal
waste management system without a valid animal waste permit Certificate of Coverage will
subject the responsible party to a civil penalty of up to $25,000 per day.
PIease contact the Mooresville Regional Office at 704-663-1699 if it would be helpful to discuss
this matter further.
Sincerely,
oleen .-Sullins
CHS:tiblmdg
cc: Andrew Pitner, Mooresville Regional Office
Technical Assistance and Certification Unit
APS Central Files
Fran McPherson, DWQ Budget Office ne
N Carolina
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10 Wean to Finish
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ Feeder to Finish
aFarrow to Wean
arrow to Feeder
❑ Farrow to Finish
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars
Other
❑ Other
W Division of Water Quality • • $ �.
Facility Number O O Division of Soil and Water Conservation,,
O Other'Agency
type of,Visit *Compliance Inspection Q Operation Review 0 Structure Evaluation O Technical Assistance
Reason for Visit ® Routine O Complaint O Follow up 0 Referral Q Emergency 0 Other ❑ Denied Access
Date of Visit: % $ Arriv,l Time: �� Departure Time: County:.. ' Vv . `_ _. Region: ,RI
Farm Name: l v_ � _ M Owner Email:
Owner Name: ��! v 1�qr! _ . Phone: ---- ---
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Facility Contact:
_ Title: _ _ __—. __ � .— Phone No:..— _ _
Onsite Representative: _ _ _ M Integrator:
Certified Operator:�'� �..- Operator Certification Number:. w
Back-up Operator:
Location of Farm:
Back-up Certification Number:
Latitude: = e.= i Longitude: = 4
Design Current Design Current Design Current
Swine Capacity Population Wet Poultry Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Layer
❑ Non -Layer
Dry Poultry
❑ Layers
❑ Non -Layers
❑ Pullets
❑ Turkeys
❑ Turkey Pouets
❑ Other
❑ Dairy Cow
❑ Dairy Calf
❑ Dairy Heifei
❑ Dry Cow
❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Beef Stocker
❑Beef Feeder
❑ Beef Brood Cow
Number of Structures:
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Structure ❑ Application Field ❑ Other
a. Was the conveyance than -made?
b. Did the discharge reach waters of the State? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. What is the estimated volume that reached waters of the State (gallons)?
d. Does discharge bypass the waste management system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
2. Is there evidence of a past discharge from any part of the operation'?
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State
other than from a'discharge?
❑ Yes []No ❑ NA [ONE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA NI?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA NE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA NE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA NE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA NE
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Facility Number: -- Date of Inspection
Waste Collection & Treatmeni
4. Is storage capacity (structural plus storm storage plus heavy rainfall) less than adequate?
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
a. If yes, is waste level into the structural freeboard'?
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4
Structure
5 Structure
Identifier: —
Spillway?:
Designed Freeboard (in): C�
_
Observed Freeboard (in):
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
(ie/ large trees, severe erosion, seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
through a waste management or closure plan?
If any of questions 4-6 were answered yes, and the situation poses an immediate public health or
environmental threat, notify I
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance or improvement?
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
8. Do any of the stuctures lack adequate markers as required by the permit?
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
(Not applicable to roofed pits, dry stacks and/or wet stacks)
9. Does any part of the waste management system other than the waste structures require
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
maintenance or improvement?
Waste Application
10. Are there any required buffers, setbacks, or. compliance alternatives that need
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
maintenance/improvement?
11. Is there evidence of incorrect application? If yes, check the appropriate box below.
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA
❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ Hydraulic Overload ❑ Frozen Ground ❑ Heavy Metals (Cu, Zn, etc.)
❑ PAN ❑ PAN > 10% or 101bs ❑ Total Phosphorus ❑ Failure to Incorporate Manure/Sludge into
Bare Soil
❑ Outside of Acceptable Crop Window ❑ Evidence of Wind Drift ❑ Application Outside of Area
12. Crop type(s)
NE
NE
NE
NE
Q
NE
NE
NE
NE
NE
13. Soil type(s)
14. Do the receiving crops differ from those designated in the CAWMP?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
NE
15, Does the receiving crop and/or land application site need improvement?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
NE
16. Did the facility fail to secure and/or operate per the irrigation design or wettable acre determination;❑
Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
NE
17. Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
NE
18. Is there a lack of properly operating waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
NE
Reviewer/Inspector Name 1` ` `k I ' y Eli °rt d� )' a M h4 Phone:
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: Date:
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Facility Number: — Date of Inspection
Required
Records & Documents
19.
Did the facility fail to have Certificate of Coverage & Permit readily available?
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA ❑ NE
20.
Does the facility fail to have all components of the CAWMP readily available'? If yes, check
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA ❑ NE
the appropiiate box. ❑ WUP ❑ Checklists ❑ Design ❑Maps El Other
21.
Does record keeping need improvement? If yes, check the appropriate box below.
❑ Yes
❑ No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Waste Application ❑ Weekly Freeboard ❑ Waste Analysis ❑ Soil Analysis ❑ Waste Transfers
❑ Annual Certification
❑ Rainfall ❑ Stocking; ❑ Crop Yield ❑ 120 Minute Inspections ❑ Monthly and l"
Rain Inspections ❑ Weather Code
22,
Did the facility fail to install and maintain a rain gauge?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
23.
If selected, did the facility fail to install and maintain rainbreakers on irrigation equipment?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
24.
Did the facility fail to calibrate waste application equipment as required by the permit?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
25.
Did the facility fail to conduct a sludge survey as required by the permit?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
26.
Did the facility fail to have an actively certified operator in charge?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
27.
Did the facility fail to secure a phosphorus loss assessment (PLAT) certification?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Other Issues
28.
Were any additional problems noted which cause non-compliance of the permit or CAWMP?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
29.
Did the facility fail to properly dispose of dead animals within 24 hours and/or document
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
and report the mortality rates that were higher than normal?
30.
At the time of the inspection did the facility pose an odor or air quality concern?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
If yes, contact a regional Air Quality representative immediately
31.
Did the facility fail to notify the regional office of emergency situations as required by
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
General Permit? (ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
32.
Did Reviewer/inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with an on -site representative?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
33.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Additional Cotnmelits and/or Drawttig§: is e •t k 1� R r ;� i k "4 e� ? 4jrr;
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Division of Water Quality
n Division of Soil and Water Conservation
❑ Other Agency
Facility Number: 900043 Facility Status: Irlc,(ivg Permit: AWS900043 ❑ Denied Access
Inspection Type: Compliance lnsoection Inactive or Closed Date:
Reason for Visit: Routine County: Union Region: Mooresville
Date of Visit: M14/2007 Entry Time:04-00 PM Exit Time: 05M PM Incident #:
Farm Name: Ran-a-ld El Cox Ran--IFarm Owner Email:
Owner: FRQngld B Cox Phone: [phone]
Mailing Address: 4009 Stack Rd Mo roe�NQ 281128956
Physical Address:
Facility Status: 1) Compliant ❑ Not Compliant
Location of Farm:
Integrator:
Latitude:34°50'49" Longitude:
Three hundred (300) yards north of the intersection of Stack Rd. (SR 2115) and Dudley Rd. (SR2118), on Stack Rd. White wooden
fence around house.
Question Areas:
Certified Operator: Ronald B Cox
Secondary OIC(s):
Operator Certification Number: 16659
On -Site Representative(s): Name Title Phone
On -site representative Ronald B. Cox Phone: [phone]
24 hour contact name Ronald B. Cox
Phone: [phone]
Primary Inspector: James Beaile Phone:
Inspector Signature: Date: JIJA12
Secondary Inspector(s .
Inspection Summary:
Facility is currently in the process of closure. NRCS approved the Lagoon Closure Plans; work to be completed by 09/30/08.
C.
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Permit: AWS900043 Owner - Facility: Ronald 8 Cox
Inspection Date: 06/14/2007 Inspection Type: Compliance Inspection
Facility Number : 900043
Reason for Visit: Routine
Regulated Operations Design Capacity Current Population
Swine
O Swine - Farrow to Feeder 250 0
Total Design Capacity: 250
Total SSLW: 130,500
Waste Structures
Type Identifier Closed Date Start Date Designed Freeboard Observed Freeboard
agoon LAGOCNI 18.00 48.00
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5/30/2007
Lagoon Closure Plan
RONALD B . COX
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9 2007
Lagoon #1 MRNR nWrn _ Anuifer Protecdof
This plan has been prepared to meet the MRCS Technical Standard 360 (Closure of Waste
Impoundments).
Ifu �-/3 v 7
Mark A. Ferguson, Distr'ic onservationist Date
I have reviewed the lagoon closure plan with the NRCS technical specialist and have a thorough
understanding of the requirements necessary to meet certification standards. I agree'to close _
this lagoon according to the specifications in this closure plan. I will notify Mark Ferguson or,
Rick Pigg of MRCS at 704-233-1621 extension 3 at least 72 hours prior to commencement of
work.
Joseph Byrd for Heath & Son
Date
I
Iagdosplan.doc

5/30/2007
LAGOON CLOSURE PLAN
OWNER: Name: Ronald B. Cox
Address : 4009 Stack Rd., Monroe, NC 28112
Phone / Contact: 704-764-7238 (H), 704-283-3513 (Vi)
Lagoon Location: 4009 Stack Rd.
Hydrologic Unit Number: 0304010508 10 10
NCDENR Regional Office: Mooresville, Contact: James Bealle 704-663-1699
GENERAL: This was a 250 sow farrow to feeder operation. The operation was closed in 1995. The lagoon
will be closed and converted to a freshwater pond.
CLOSE OUT CONDITION: All accumulated sludge and water are to be removed from the lagoon. All
disturbed areas will be seeded and mulched according to the seeding sheet provided by NRCS.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES: Remove all outlet pipes connecting the swine houses to the lagoon.
Upon removal of the pipes, the ditches must be filled in and disturbed areas seeded and mulched according to
the seeding sheet provided by NRCS. Pipes can be left on site.
INSTALLATION OF SPILLWAY: Clean out existing overflow pipe and use as principal spillway.
DESCRIPTION OF BUFFERS AND SETBACKS: Contractor is responsible for flagging all buffers. See
Attachment VII for maps of application fields and buffers.
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LISTS OF ATTACHMENTS:
5/30/2007
ATTACHMENT I:
Lagoon Closure Specifications
ATTACHMENT II:
Waste Analysis Data
ATTACHMENT III:
Land Application of Waste (Nitrogen)
ATTACHMENT IV:
Land Application of Waste (Copper)
ATTACHMENT V:
Land Application of Waste (Zinc)
ATTACHMENT VI:
Maps of Application Fields with Buffers
ATTACHMENT VII:
Seeding Sheet
ATTACHMENT VIII:
Waste Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT IX:
Soil Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT X: PLAT
SPECIFICATIONS:
•:• Agitate the entire column of waste material to a uniform consistency
❖ The side slopes will be left in a clean condition
❖ There will be no runoff of effluent allowed
•:• No land application to wet fields
Plan prepared by: Mark A. Ferguson
Title: District Conservationist 5/30/07
lagclosplan.doc
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LAGOON CLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
(See specifics in lagoon closure plan for any changes or deviations from these specifications)
Closure Method
The lagoon closure will be accomplished using one or a combination of the following
methods:
1. Agitation, pump and haul.
2. Dipping out and broadcasting.
3. Irrigation.
Requirements for Emptying Lagoons
For embankment structures that are going to be breached, all waste material will be
removed that is reasonable and practical based upon a visual inspection by the NRCS
technical specialist. The slopes and bottom of the breach shall be stable for the soil
material involved, but the side slopes shall be no steeper than 3:1. AlI disturbed areas
will be seeded and mulched to NRCS specifications.
For impoundments not going to be breached, reasonable efforts must be made to remove
all waste materials. If the bottom of the lagoon is above the water table at the time of
closure and will support earth moving equipment, it must be scraped. An NRCS
technical specialist will determine the soil stability for earth moving equipment. For
impoundments that are not to be scraped and those with bottoms documented to be below
the water table at the time of closure, the depth of remaining waste in the lagoon may not
exceed a maximum depth of 1 foot.
All impoundments that are not breached or filled that have an embankment of 3 feet of
more, shall have a principal spillway pipe and an emergency spillway installed that meets
the requirements of the Pond Conservation Practice Standard (Code 378).
Land Application of Waste
Waste application must be made uniformly and the application rates and amounts
described in the lagoon closure plan must not be exceeded.
Animal waste shall not be applied to wetlands or surface water or shall not reach
wetlands or surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct
application or direct discharge during application or land application.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, prior to
predicted rainfall or when surface is frozen.

Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
Waste shall be incorporated into the soil on conventionally tilled cropland.
Consult with NRCS technical specialist to determine if it is feasible to incorporate in
conservation tilled cropland.
A suitable cover crop has to be planted to take up nutrients.
Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters, closer than 100
feet to wells or within 200 feet of a dwelling other than those owned by the landowner.
The producer must have a written agreement with the owner of the land he does not own
in order to apply animal waste to it.
Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied.
Waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rates.
Records of waste application shall be maintained to establish actual application
rates. The record will include date of application, amount of waste applied per acre
by tract number and field number, most recent waste analysis and soil test report
and the realistic yield expectation nitrogen rate.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES
All transfer pipes from the swine houses shall be removed.
OTHER CONDITIONS
The contractor must notify the NRCS technical specialist 72 hours prior to the
commencement of the start of work.
The landowner contracting the lagoon closure must notify the NCDENR Division of
Water Quality a minimum of 24 hours before the closure is started.

5/30/2007
Lagoon Closure Plan
RONALD B. COX
Lagoon #2
This plan has been prepared to meet the MRCS Technical Standard 360 (Closure of Waste
Impoundments).
Mark A. Ferguson, District Conservationist
00/07
Date
I have reviewed the lagoon closure plan with the NRCS technical specialist and have a thorough
understanding of the requirements necessary to meet certification standards. I agree to close
this lagoon according to the specifications in this closure plan. I will notify Mark Ferguson or
Rick Pigg of NRCS at 704-233-1621 extension 3 at least 72 hours prior to commencement of
work.
Joseph Byrd for Heath & Son
Date
lagclosplan.doc

5/3 0/2007
LAGOON CLOSURE PLAN
OWNER: Name: Ronald B. Cox
Address: 4009 Stack Rd., Monroe, NC 28112
Phone 1 Contact: 704-764-7238 (H), 704-283-3513 (V)
Lagoon Location: 4009 Stack Rd.
Hydrologic Unit Number: 03040105081010
NCDENR Regional Office: Mooresville, Contact: James Bealle 704-663-1699
GENERAL: This was a 250 sow farrow to feeder operation. The operation was closed in 1995. The lagoon
will be closed and converted to a freshwater pond.
CLOSE OUT CONDITION: All accumulated sludge and water are to be removed from the lagoon. All
disturbed areas will be seeded and mulched according to the seeding sheet provided by NRCS.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES: Remove all outlet pipes connecting the swine houses to the lagoon.
Upon removal of the pipes, the ditches must be filled in and disturbed areas seeded and mulched according to.
the seeding sheet provided by NRCS. Pipes can be left on site.
INSTALLATION OF SPILLWAY: Install an emergency spillway in pond at the lowest point in the dam
according to NRCS design. An NRCS technician will flag the location of the spillway.
DESCRIPTION OF BUFFERS AND SETBACKS: Contractor is responsible for flagging all buffers. See
Attachment VII for maps of application fields and buffers.
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5/30/2007
LISTS OF ATTACHMENTS:
ATTACHMENT I: Lagoon Closure Specifications
ATTACHMENT II: Waste Analysis Data
ATTACHMENT III:
Land Application of Waste (Nitrogen)
ATTACHMENT IV:
Land Application of Waste (Copper)
ATTACHMENT V:
Land Application of Waste (Zinc)
ATTACHMENT VI:
Maps of Application Fields with Buffers
ATTACHMENT VII:
Spillway Design
ATTACHMENT VII:
Seeding Sheet
ATTACHMENT IX:
Waste Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT X:
Soil Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT XI: PLAT
SPECIFICATIONS:
❖ Agitate the entire column of waste material to a uniform consistency
❖ The side slopes will be left in a clean condition
❖ There will be no runoff of effluent allowed
❖ No land application to wet fields
Plan prepared by: Mark A. Ferguson
Title: District Conservationist
5/30/07
lagelosplan.doc
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LAGOON CLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
(See specifics in lagoon closure plan for any changes or deviations from these specifications)
Closure Method
The lagoon closure will be accomplished using one or a combination of the following
methods:
1. Agitation, pump and haul.
2. Dipping out and broadcasting.
3. Irrigation.
Requirements for Emptying Lagoons
For embankment structures that are going to be breached, all waste material will be
removed that is reasonable and practical based upon a visual inspection by the NRCS
technical specialist. The slopes and bottom of the breach shall be stable for the soil
material involved, but the side slopes shall be no steeper than 3: 1. All disturbed areas
will be seeded and mulched to NRCS specifications.
For impoundments not going to be breached, reasonable efforts must be made to remove
all waste materials. If the bottom of the lagoon is above the water table at the time of
closure and will support earth moving equipment, it must be scraped. An NRCS
technical specialist will determine the soil stability for earth moving equipment. For
impoundments that are not to be scraped and those with bottoms documented to be below
the water table at the time of closure, the depth of remaining waste in the lagoon may not
exceed a maximum depth of 1 foot.
All impoundments that are not breached or filled that have an embankment of 3 feet of
more, shall have a principal spillway pipe and an emergency spillway installed that meets
the requirements of the Pond Conservation Practice Standard (Code 378).
Land Application of Waste
Waste application must be made uniformly and the application rates and amounts
described in the lagoon closure plan must not be exceeded.
Animal waste shall not be applied to wetlands or surface water or shall not reach
wetlands or surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct
application or direct discharge during application or land application.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, prior to
predicted rainfall or when surface is frozen.

Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
Waste shall be incorporated into the soil on conventionally tilled cropland.
Consult with NRCS technical specialist to determine if it is feasible to incorporate in
conservation tilled cropland.
A suitable cover crop has to be planted to take up nutrients.
Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters, closer than 100
feet to wells or within 200 feet of a dwelling other than those owned by the landowner.
The producer must have a written agreement with the owner of the land he does not own
in order to apply animal waste to it.
Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied.
Waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rates.
Records of waste application shall be maintained to establish actual application
rates. The record will include date of application, amount of waste applied per acre
by tract number and field number, most recent waste analysis and soil test report
and the realistic yield expectation nitrogen rate.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES
All transfer pipes from the swine houses shall be removed.
OTHER CONDITIONS
The contractor must notify the NRCS technical specialist 72 hours prior to the
commencement of the start of work.
The landowner contracting the lagoon closure must notify the NCDENR Division of
Water Quality a minimum of 24 hours before the closure is started.

6220 Little Staton Rd.
Marshville NC 28103
[phone] [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
NC WPSOCC CERT.A. #988426
OON CLOSURE BID
ALD B. COX
nd and agree to close both lagoons and
Iirements that will be presented in the closure
for the closure of the lagoons and all work
presented plan will be seven thousand
Dollars. We will replace or repair any
ed by Heath & son.
i gallons at .03 cents per gallon
37,737.78
)st $7,700

PARTICIPANT COUNTY AND STATE PROGRAM AND CONTRACT NUMBER SUBACCOUNT
RONALD B COX UNION County, NC EQIP 2002 74453207052 Union 2007 Ranking Account
LAND UNITS OR LEGAL DESCRIPTION WATERSHED ACRES EXPIRATION DATE
Farm:467 Tract(s):3374. Rocky 1 9/30/2008
• -
Contract'ltera I: Glosu of W.reste�Impoundment(360)
Practice Li{espan IS�years" "�` ' � � � �� 5t�ttrs ePlimned 200'7;:
Close this waste impoundment in order to protect surface and ground water and to safeguard public health. NRCS will provide a detailed closure plan that will include removal of waste, land application at agronomic rates,
removal of inflow devices, vegetating all disturbed area, and specifications to convert the impoundment to a fresh water pond or to breach the dam. This lagoon cannot be converted back to an operational lagoon for 15 years
after closure is complete according to contract regulations.
Fields:
Tract: 3374 Fields: 2, 3;
Contract
Planned Conservation Treatment
Planned
Unit Cost
Cost Share
COMPLETION SCHEDULE AND ESTIMATED COST -SHARE OR PAYMENT BY YEAR
2007
Item
Amount
Rate/Method
S
1
Closure of Waste Impoundment(360)
2 no
9,296
la
CLOSURE - includes cleanout, remove pipes, grading &
257926 Gal
S0.0400/ Gal
90%AC
9,286
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PARTICIPANT
COUNTY AND STATE
PROGRAM AND CONTRACT NUMBER
SUBACCOUNT
RONALD B COX
UNION County, NC
EQIP 2002 74453207052
Union 2007 Ranking Account
LAND UNITS OR LEGAL DESCRIPTION
WATERSHED ACRES
EXPIRATION DATE
Farm:467 Tract(s):3374.
Rocky 1
9/30/2008
Year
To afof 1CostShai'e orPayie >by eax
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2007
lam.
Contrac#
�__ Payment• .¢
Amount($)
$9,286
1 1 1
$9,286
NOTES: A. All items numbers on form NRCS-CPA-I155 must be carried out as part of this contract to prevent violation.
B. When established, the conservation practices identified by the numbered items must be maintained by the participant at no cost to the government
C. All cost share rates are based on average cost (AC) with the following exceptions:
AA = Actual cost not to exceed average cost; FR = Flat Rate; NC = Non cost -shared; AM = Actual cost not to exceed a specified maximum.
D. By signing, the participant acknowledges receipt of this conservation plan including this form NRCS-CPA-1155 and agrees to comply with the terms and conditions here of.
Cectrficahon of Panic' ants -
Signature Date
Signature Date
Signature Date
RO ALD B COX
41-17 - 07
gnatnres of Revxewin �OIt-icials
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- _ :,
NRCS Approving Official
Reviewed by Conservation District Representative
Signature: Mark Alan Ferguson
Signature:
USDA electronic signature; manual signature not required.
Date:
Date: 4/12/2007
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NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE
3230-B PRES�SON RD., SUITE B
MONROE, NC 28112
TELEPHONE: [phone] ext. 3
FAX: [phone]
June 19, 2007
TO: James Bealle
FROM: Mark Ferguson, District Conservationist a�
RE: Ronald Cox Lagoon Closure Plans
pCC[E0W
JUG! 2 1 2007
NC ©ENR MRO
DWQ - Aquifer Protectlon
Enclosed are Ronald Cox's lagoon closure plans for facility 90-43 in Union County. This
closure is tentatively planned for August of this year. I will notify you before he starts.

5/30/2007
Lagoon Closure Plan
RONALD B. COX
Lagoon # 1
This plan has been prepared to meet the NRCS Technical Standard 360 (Closure of Waste
Impoundments).
7
Mark A. Ferguson, Distric onservationist Date
I have reviewed the lagoon closure plan with the NRCS technical specialist and have a thorough
understanding of the requirements necessary to meet certification standards. I agree to close
this lagoon according to the specifications in this closure plan. I will notify Mark Ferguson or
Rick Pigg of NRCS at 704-233-1621 extension 3 at least 72 hours prior to commencement of
work.
Joseph Byrd for Heath & Son
Date
lagelosplan.doc

5/30/2007
LAGOON CLOSURE PLAN
OWNER: Name: Ronald B. Cox
Address: 4009 Stack Rd., Monroe, NC 28112
Phone / Contact: 704-764-7238 (H), 704-283-3513 (Vi)
Lagoon Location: 4009 Stack Rd.
Hydrologic Unit Number: 03040105081010
NCDENR Regional Office: Mooresville, Contact: James Bealle 704-663-1699
GENERAL: This was a 250 sow farrow to feeder operation. The operation was closed in 1995. The lagoon
will be closed and converted to a freshwater pond.
CLOSE OUT CONDITION: All accumulated sludge and water are to be removed from the lagoon. All
disturbed areas will be seeded and mulched according to the seeding sheet provided by NRCS.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES: Remove all outlet pipes connecting the swine houses to the lagoon.
Upon removal of the pipes, the ditches must be filled in and disturbed areas seeded and mulched according to
the seeding sheet provided by NRCS. Pipes can be left on site.
INSTALLATION OF SPILLWAY: Clean out existing overflow pipe and use as principal spillway.
DESCRIPTION OF BUFFERS AND SETBACKS: Contractor is responsible for flagging all buffers. See
Attachment V1I for maps of application fields and buffers.
2
lagelosplan.doc

5/30/2007
LISTS OF ATTACHMENTS:
ATTACHMENT I: Lagoon Closure Specifications
ATTACHMENT II: Waste Analysis Data
ATTACHMENT III:
Land Application of Waste (Nitrogen)
ATTACHMENT IV:
Land Application of Waste (Copper)
ATTACHMENT V:
Land Application of Waste (Zinc)
ATTACHMENT VI:
Maps of Application Fields with Buffers
ATTACHMENT VII:
Seeding Sheet
ATTACHMENT VIII:
Waste Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT IX:
Soil Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT X: PLAT
SPECIFICATIONS:
Agitate the entire column of waste material to a uniform consistency
❖ The side slopes will be left in a clean condition
❖ There will be no runoff of effluent allowed
❖ No land application to wet fields
Plan prepared by: Mark A. Ferguson
Title: District Conservationist
5/30/07
lagclosplan.doc
3

LAGOON CLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
(See specifics in lagoon closure plan for any changes or deviations from these specifications)
Closure Method
The lagoon closure will be accomplished using one or a combination of the following
methods:
1. Agitation, pump and haul.
2. Dipping out and broadcasting.
3. Irrigation.
Requirements for Emptying Lagoons
For embankment structures that are going to be breached, all waste material will be
removed that is reasonable and practical based upon a visual inspection by the NRCS
technical specialist. The slopes and bottom of the breach shall be stable for the soil
material involved, but the side slopes shall be no steeper than 3:1. All disturbed areas
will be seeded and mulched to NRCS specifications.
For impoundments not going to be breached, reasonable efforts must be made to remove
all waste materials. If the bottom of the lagoon is above the water table at the time of
closure and will support earth moving equipment, it must be scraped. An NRCS
technical specialist will determine the soil stability for earth moving equipment. For
impoundments that are not to be scraped and those with bottoms documented to be below
the water table at the time of closure, the depth of remaining waste in the lagoon may not
exceed a maximum depth of 1 foot.
All impoundments that are not breached or filled that have an embankment of 3 feet of
more, shall have a principal spillway pipe and an emergency spillway installed that meets
the requirements of the Pond Conservation Practice Standard (Code 378).
Land Application of Waste
Waste application must be made uniformly and the application rates and amounts
described in the lagoon closure plan must not be exceeded.
Animal waste shall not be applied to wetlands or surface water or shall not reach
wetlands or surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct
application or direct discharge during application or land application.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, prior to
predicted rainfall or when surface is frozen.

Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
Waste shall be incorporated into the soil on conventionally tilled cropland.
Consult with NRCS technical specialist to determine if it is feasible to incorporate in
conservation tilled cropland.
A suitable cover crop has to be planted to take up nutrients.
Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters, closer than 100
feet to wells or within 200 feet of a dwelling other than those owned by the landowner.
The producer must have a written agreement with the owner of the land he does not own
in order to apply animal waste to it.
Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied.
Waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rates.
Records of waste application shall be maintained to establish actual application
rates. The record will include date of application, amount of waste applied per acre
by tract number and field number, most recent waste analysis and soil test report
and the realistic yield expectation nitrogen rate.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES
All transfer pipes from the swine houses shall be removed.
OTHER CONDITIONS
The contractor must notify the NRCS technical specialist 72 hours prior to the
commencement of the start of work.
The landowner contracting the lagoon closure must notify the NCDENR Division of
Water Quality a minimum of 24 hours before the closure is started.

WASTE ANALYSIS DATA
Date of Analysis . ggQ; 2007 LAGOON #1
Nitrogen Concentration (Broadcast & Irrigation)
(lbs11000_gallons) Volume (Gallons) lbs. of PAN
Liquid "'0 01, 49518.00 3.47
Sludge 13 2 11000.00 145.20
Total 60518.00 148.67
2.46 lbs. PAN Mixed Volume Concentration11,000
66.71 lbs. per acre -inch
Copper Concentration
(ppm) Volume (Gallons) ppm Cu - gallons
Liquid 6 49518.00 22778.28
Sludge 273.00 11000.00 14003000.00
Total 60518.00 14025778.28
231.76 ppm Copper Mixed Volume Concentration
Zinc Concentration
(ppm)
Volume (Gallons)
Pw Cu - gallons,
Liquid 59
49518.00
29215.62
Sludge 3152.00
11000.00
34672000.00
Total
60518.00
34701215.62
573.40 ppm Zinc Mixed Volume Concentration
N e o v rsion Factor For Irri ation & Broa cos
Availability
Nitrogen (ppm) Conversion Factor lbs. NIAc-In. Coeff. PANIAc-In
Liquid jjjj�� 0.2266 0.00 0.50 0.00
���r+�:� .6 0.01

Liquid
Sludge
Nitro-gen (ppm) Conversion Factor
0.2266
0.2266
Availability
ibs. N/Ac-In. Coeff. PANIAc-In
0.00 0.78 0.00
0.00 0.60 0.00

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SEEDING SPECIFICATIONS
All disturbed areas will need to be stabilized using the following:
Fertilizer 1000 lbs. 10-10-10 per acre
Agricultural lime 2 tons per acre
Fescue 60 lbs. per acre
Japanese Millet 5 lbs. per acre (seed this up until August 15)
Straw mulch 2 tons per acre

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' 4009 Stack Road
Monroe, NC 28112
WasteAnalysisReport Farm AWS900043
2/20/2007 Union County
Sam 1 Ia ortoativn
iabocata . esults its
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Sample ID:
N
P K. Ca M9 S Fe Mn Zn Cu B Mo CI C
D I
Total 16.9
54.0 35.1 112 54.2 6.57 3.66 0.30 0.59 0.46 0.28
IN-N
Waste Code:
-NH4
ALS
-NO3
No M Cd A Al Se Li pH SS ON DM% CCE96 ALE
11.4 6.69
Description:
OR--N
Swine Lapon Li .
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Sample ID:
N
P K Ca M
9 S Pe Mn Zn Cu B Ma Cl C
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Total 24078
38309 3850 113805 18490 12178 10883 1138 3152 1273 0.00
IN-N
Waste Code:
NH4
ASS
-NO3
Na Ni Cd Pb Al Se it pH SS GN DM% CCE% ALE(tons)
1160 13.71
Descrlplion:
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Sample Infarsnafian Labora R�e�sul tlparts rt[rulli n unles of c u0
Sample ID:
N
P K Ca Mg S Fe Mn Zn Cu B MO Cd C
aoo
Total 34.9
84.6 59.9 105 7o.6 9.62 6.34 0.55 2.55 0.86 0.25
IN-N
Waste Code:
-NH4
No A7 Cd Fb Al Se U pH SS C.•N DM% CCE% ALE(
ALS
-NO3
16.6 5.29
Description:
OR-N
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Urea
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Sample ID.-
N
P Z Ca M
9 S Fe Mn Zn Cu B No Cl C
UOp2
Total 32765
37055 5822 85168 25282 12153 9528 1355 3107 1164 0.00
IN-N
Waste Code:
NH4
Na M Cd Pb Al Se dL pH SS ON. DMA+ CCE% ALE(tons)
ASS
NO3
1839 13.36
Deserdptdan:
OR-N
Swine Lapon Sludge
Urea
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j. oil Test Robort
1/3/2007 SERVING N.C. RESIDENTS FOR OVER 60 YEARS
Agronomist Comments
Grower, Coat, Ronald
4009 Stack Road
Monroe, NC 28112
Eanw 90-43
Union County
Copies ro: PIgg, Richard E.
C - 12, $
Sample No. Last Crop
Mo Yr T/A
Crop or Year
Lime n P205 K20
Mg S
Cu Zn B
Mn
See Note
W06
1st Crop: Berm Hay/Pas,M
0 190-220 0 10-30
0 0
0 0
pH$
12
2nd Crop: Berm Hay/Pas,M
0 180-220 0 10-30
0 0
0 0
pH$
12
Test Results
Sail Class HM% W/V
CEC BS% Ac pH P-I K-I
Ca% Mg% Mn-I Mn-AI(1)Mn-AI(2) Zn-I
Zn-AI
Cu-I S I
SS-1
NO3 N NH4-N Na
MIN 0.51 0.89
10.4 91.0 0.9 6.6 175 107
65.0 21.0 714 436 436 325
325
224 31
0.1

Grower. Pigg, Rick
3230 B Presson Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
Farm: Raylong
Union County
Copies To.
C — 12, $. 3
Sample No. Last Crop
Mo Yr
T/A
Crop or Year
Lime
n
Pa05
K20
Afg S
Cu
Zu
B
Mn
See Note
PTURE
Ist Crop: Fes/OG/rim,M
I
0
120-200
0
0
0 0
0
0
•0
PH$
I2
2nd Crop; Fes/OG/iim,M
0
120-200
0
0
0 0
0
0
.0
PH$
12
Test Results
Soil Class HM% W/V
CPC
BS%
Ac pH P-I K I
Ca% Mg%
Mn-I
Mr-AI(I) Mn-AI(2) Zn-I
Zn-Al
Cu-1
S-I
SS -I
NO3 N AWN
Na
MIN 0.46 1.14
14.2
94.0
0.9 6.6 569 138
73.0 16.0
148
97
97 689
689
1206
65
0.2
ieid rma#iou �' �E i`
AP 1'iA_Liine
eCommendations
Sample No. Last Crop
Mo Yr
T/A
Crop or Year
Lime
N
P205
K20
Afg S
Cu
Zn
B
Afn
See Note
HAY
1st Crap: Fes/OG/11m M
0
I20-200
0
10-30
o 0
o
o
•0
pH$
12
2nd Crop: Fes/OG/rim M
0
120-200
0
10-30
0 0
0
0
.0
pH$
12
Test Results
Soil Class HN% W/V
CPC
BS%
Ac p H P-1 K I
Ca% Mg%
Mn-I
Mn-Al(l)
Mn-AI(2) Zu-1
Zn-N
Cu-1
S-1
SS I
NOs-N NH4-N
Na
MIN 0.6 1.08
18.3
97.0
0.6 6.8 405 63
86.0 9.0
152
96
96 478
478
1131
52
0.2
iie@Jd'T ormat a
.�
"1s l im
AP.F�
Itecammeuclatians
Sample No. Last Crop
Ho Yr
T/A
Crop or Year
Lime
N
P205
K20
Afg S
Cu
Zu
B
Mn
See Note
WHEAT
1st Crop: SG/SB- DC
0
80-100
0
0
0 0
0
0
pH$
3
2nd Crop; SG/SB- DC
0
80-100
0
0
0 0
0
0
pH$
3
Test Results
Soil Class HM% • W/V
CBC -
BS%
Ac p H P-I K-I
Ca% Mg%
-Mn-1
Mn—AI(l) Mn-AI(2) Zn-I
Zn-Al
Ca-1
S-1
SS -I
NO3-N NH4-N
Na
MIN 0.36 1.07
47.9
100.0
0.0 7.9 709 141
95.0 4.0
165
so
so 1036
1036
1731
94
0.1

NCANAT Version: 1.70
PLAT Results For: Union 5/29/2007 3:30:58 PM
INPUTS
Calendar Year:
2007
County:
Union
Producer Identifier:
4.7
Tract Number:
3374
Field Number:
3
Soil Series:
GsC: Goldston-Badin complex,
8 to 15 percent slopes
Crop:
Common Bermudagrass (Pasture)"
Fertilizers:
Swine -slurry
Yearly Applied Amount:
5 1000 gal
Lb P205:
29.3 lb
Application Method:
All other surface
applications
Soil Loss:
.1 t/ac/yr
Receiving Slope Distance
0-9 ft
Soil Test 0" -- 4"
175
WV Factor (USER)
.89
Soil Test 28" - 32"
0
WV Factor (DATABASE)
1.1
Artificial Drainage System:
NO
Hydrologic Condition:
GOOD
OUTPUTS
PARTICULATE P = 0
SOLUBLE P = 26
LEACHATE P = 0
SOURCE P = 19
TOTAL P RATING = 45 (MEDIUM)

NCANAT Version: 1.70
PLAT Results For: Union 5/29/2007 3:38:02 PM
INPUTS
Calendar Year:
2007
County:
Union
Producer Identifier:
long
Tract Number:
2395
Field Number:
past
Soil Series:
TbB2: Tatum gravelly silty
clay loam, 2 to 8 percent
slopes, eroded
Crop:
Fescue (Pasture)"
Fertilizers:
Swine -slurry
Yearly Applied Amount:
20 1000 gal
Lb P205:
29.3 lb
Application Method:
All other surface
applications
Soil Loss:
.1 t/ac/yr
Receiving Slope Distance
0-9 ft
Soil Test 0" -- 4"
569
WV Factor (USER)
1.14
Hydrologic Condition:
GOOD
OUTPUTS
PARTICULATE P = 9
SOLUBLE P - 6
LEACHATE P = 0
SOURCE P = 33
TOTAL PRATING = 48 (MEDIUM)

NCANAT Version: 1.70
PLAT Results For: Union 5/29/2007 3:39:42 PM
Calendar Year:
County:
Producer Identifier:
Tract Number:
Field Number:
Soil Series:
Crop:
Fertilizers:
applications
Soil Loss:
Receiving Slope Distance
Soil Test 0" - 4"
WV Factor (USER)
Hydralogi.c Condition:
PARTICULATE P = 3
SOLUBLE P = 4
LEACHATE P = 0
INPUTS
2007
Union
long
2395
hay
TaB: Tatum gravelly silt loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes
Fescue (Hay) .
Swine -slurry
Yearly Applied Amount: 25 1000 gal
Lb P205: 29.3 lb
Application Method: All other surface
.1 t/ac/yr
0-9 ft
405
1.08
GOOD
OUTPUTS
SOURCE P 38
TOTAL P RATING = 45 (MEDIUM)

5/30/2007
Lagoon Closure Plan
RONALD B. COX
Lagoon #2
This plan has been prepared to meet the NRCS Technical Standard 360 (Closure of Waste
Impoundments).
Mark A. Ferguson, District Conservationist
/30,k07
Date
I have reviewed the lagoon closure plan with the NRCS technical specialist and have a thorough
understanding of the requirements necessary to meet certification standards. I agree to close
this lagoon according to the specifications in this closure plan. I will notify Mark Ferguson or
Rick Pigg of NRCS at 704-233-1621 extension 3 at least 72 hours prior to commencement of
work.
Joseph Byrd for Heath & Son
Date
lagclosplan.doc

5/30/2007
LAGOON CLOSURE PLAN
OWNER: Name: Ronald B. Cox
Address: 4009 Stack Rd., Monroe, NC 28112
Phone / Contact: 704-764-7238 (H), 704-283-3513 (W)
Lagoon Location: 4009 Stack Rd,
Hydrologic Unit Number: 03040105081010
NCDENR Regional Office: Mooresville, Contact: James Bealle 704-663-1699
GENERAL: This was a 250 sow farrow to feeder operation. The operation was closed in 1995. The lagoon
will be closed and converted to a freshwater pond.
CLOSE OUT CONDITION: All accumulated sludge and water are to be removed from the lagoon. All
disturbed areas will be seeded and mulched according to the seeding sheet provided by NRCS.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES: Remove all outlet pipes connecting the swine houses to the lagoon.
Upon removal of the pipes, the ditches must be filled in and disturbed areas seeded and mulched according to
the seeding sheet provided by NRCS. Pipes can be left on site.
INSTALLATION OF SPILLWAY: Install an emergency spillway in pond at the lowest point in the dam
according to NRCS design. An NRCS technician will flag the location of the spillway.
DESCRIPTION OF BUFFERS AND SETBACKS: Contractor is responsible for flagging all buffers. See
Attachment VII for maps of application fields and buffers.
2
lagclosplan.doc

5/30/2007
LISTS OF ATTACHMENTS:
ATTACHMENT I:
Lagoon Closure Specifications
ATTACHMENT I1:
Waste Analysis Data
ATTACHMENT III:
Land Application of Waste (Nitrogen)
ATTACHMENT IV:
Land Application of Waste (Copper)
ATTACHMENT V:
Land Application of Waste (Zinc)
ATTACHMENT VI:
Maps of Application Fields with Buffers
ATTACHMENT VII:
Spillway Design
ATTACHMENT VII:
Seeding Sheet
ATTACHMENT IX:
Waste Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT X:
Soil Analysis Report
ATTACHMENT XI: PLAT
SPECIFICATIONS:
❖ Agitate the entire column of waste material to a uniform consistency
❖ The side slopes will be left in a clean condition
❖ There will be no runoff of effluent allowed
❖ No land application to wet fields
Plan prepared by: Mark A. Ferguson Title: District Conservationist 5/30/07
3
lagclosplan,doc

LAGOON CLOSURE SPECIFICATIONS
(See specifies in lagoon closure plan for any changes or deviations from these specifications)
Closure Method
The lagoon closure will be accomplished using one or a combination of the following
methods:
1. Agitation, pump and haul.
2. Dipping out and broadcasting.
3. Irrigation.
Requirements for Emptying Lagoons
For embankment structures that are going to be breached, all waste material will be
removed that is reasonable and practical based upon a visual inspection by the NRCS
technical specialist. The slopes and bottom of the breach shall be stable for the soil
material involved, but the side slopes shall be no steeper than 3:1. All disturbed areas
will be seeded and mulched to NRCS specifications.
For impoundments not going to be breached, reasonable efforts must be made to remove
all waste materials. If the bottom of the lagoon is above the water table at the time of
closure and will support earth moving equipment, it must be scraped. An NRCS
technical specialist will determine the soil stability for earth moving equipment. For
impoundments that are not to be scraped and those with bottoms documented to be below
the water table at the time of closure, the depth of remaining waste in the lagoon may not
exceed a maximum depth of 1 foot.
All impoundments that are not breached or filled that have an embankment of 3 feet of
more, shall have a principal spillway pipe and an emergency spillway installed that meets
the requirements of the Pond Conservation Practice Standard (Code 378).
Land Application of Waste
Waste application must be made uniformly and the application rates and amounts
described in the lagoon closure plan must not be exceeded.
Animal waste shall not be applied to wetlands or surface water or shall not reach
wetlands or surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade conveyances, direct
application or direct discharge during application or land application.
Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, prior to
predicted rainfall or when surface is frozen.

Waste shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages
breaking dormancy.
Waste shall be incorporated into the soil on conventionally tilled cropland.
Consult with NRCS technical specialist to determine if it is feasible to incorporate in
conservation tilled cropland.
A suitable cover crop has to be planted to take up nutrients.
Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters, closer than 100
feet to wells or within 200 feet of a dwelling other than those owned by the landowner.
The producer must have a written agreement with the owner of the land he does not own
in order to apply animal waste to it.
Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied.
Waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rates.
Records of waste application shall be maintained to establish actual application
rates. The record will include date of application, amount of waste applied per acre
by tract number and field number, most recent waste analysis and soil test report
and the realistic yield expectation nitrogen rate.
REMOVAL OF INFLOW DEVICES
All transfer pipes from the swine houses shall be removed.
OTHER CONDITIONS
The contractor must notify the NRCS technical specialist 72 hours prior to the
commencement of the start of work.
The landowner contracting the lagoon closure must notify the NCDENR Division of
Water Quality a minimum of 24 hours before the closure is started.

WASTE ANALYSIS DATA
Date of Analysis 10 LAGOON # 2
Nitrogen Concentration (Broadcast & Irrigation)
(lbs11000 gallons) Volume Gallons lbs. of PAN_
Liquid 0! 5 T� 81614.00 12.24
Sludge 17' 79027.00 1390.88
Total 160641.00 1403.12
8.73 lbs. PAN Mixed Volume Concentration/1,000
237.18 lbs. per acre -inch
Copper Concentration
(ppm)
Volume (Gallons)
ppm Cu - gallons
Liquid 0:86 '`'
81614.00
70188.04
Sludge 1 64.00
79027.00
91987428.00
Total
160641.00
92057616.04
573.06 ppm Copper Mixed Volume Concentration
Zinc Concentration
(ppm) Volume (Gallons) ppm Cu - gallons
Liquid 2.55 49518.00 126270.90
Sludge 3.07.00 79027.00 245536889.00
Total 128545.00 245663159.90
1911.11 ppm Zinc Mixed Volume Concentration
Nitrogen (ppm) Conversion Factor lbs. N1Ac-In.
Liquid 1jiffiJAIMM 0.2266 - 0.00
Availability
Coeff. PANIAc-In
0.50 0.00
Sludge ��� �_� ��"'°°` 0.2266 0.00 0.46 0.00

Nitrogen (ppm) Conversion Factor lbs. NIAc-In.
Liquid 0 0.2266 0.00
Sludge 0 0.2266 0.00
Availability
Coeff. PAN1Ac-In
0.78 0.00
0.60 0.00

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SEEDING SPECIFICATIONS
All disturbed areas will need to be stabilized using the following:
Fertilizer 1000 lbs. 10-10-10 per acre
Agricultural lime 2 tons per acre
Fescue 60 lbs. per acre
Japanese Millet 5 lbs, per acre (seed this up until August 15)
Straw mulch 2 tons per acre

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Grower.
Coat, Ronald
4009 Stack Road
Copies To: USDA -MRCS
r�WasteAnalysisReport
Monroe, NC 2&112
Farm: A1G5900043
2/20/2007
Union County
ampl informatio �
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Sample ID;
0O:1,
N
P X Ca Mg
S
Fe Mn
Zn Cu H MO Cl C
Total 16.9
54.0 35.1 112 54.2 6.57 3.66 0.30
0.59 0.46 0.28
IN-N
Waste Code:
-NH4
AIS
-NO3
Na Ni Cd A
Al
Se U
PH SS CN DMA CCEG ALE(R
11.4
6.69
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N
P X Ca Mg
S
Fe Mn
Zn Cu H Mo a C
2
Total 24078
38309 3850 113805 18490
12178
10983 1138
3152 1273 0.00
❑V-N
Waste Code:
-NH4
ASS
NO3
Na tVl Cd Pb
AI
Se li
PH SS C.•N AV% CCE% ALE(tans)
1160
13.71
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OQ7}!
Total 34.9
84.6 59.9 105 70.6 9.62 6.34 0.55 2.55 o.86 0.25
!N-N
Waste Code:
-NH4
ALS
-M
Na M Cd It Al Se Li H ss CN DM% WE% ALE
16.6 5.29
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Sample MD:
N
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Total 32765
37055 5822 85168 25282 12153 9528 1355 3107 1164 0.00
MN--N
Waste Code:
-NH4
ASS
-M
Na Ni Cd P6 Al Se Ml EH Ss GN DM% GCE% ALE(tons)
183g 13.36
DescHptlon:
OR-N
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4009 Stack Road
Moruoe, NC 28112
SoilTest Report
Faun 0 4
9 3
Union Count,
Copies To: Pigg, Richard E.
C -- I2, $
Sample No. Last Crop
Mo Yr T/A
Crop or Year
Lime iv P205 K20
Mg S
Cu Zn B
Mn
See Note
W06
1st Crop: Berm Hay/Pas,M
0 180-220 0 10-30
0 0
0 0
pH$
I2
2nd Crop: Berm Hay/Pas,M
0 180-220 0 10-30
0 0
0 0
pH$
12
Test Results
Soil Class HMS W/V
CEC BS% Ac pH P-1 K-1
Ca% Mg% Mn-1 Mn-AI(I)Mn-AI(2) ,Zn-1
Zn mil
Cu-1 S-1
SS-1
NO3-N NH4-N Na
MIN 0.51 0.89
10.4 91.0 0.9 6.6 175 107
65.0 21.0 714 436 436 325
325
224 31
0.1

Grower. P1gg, Rick Copies To.
323D B Presson Rd
Monroe, NC 28112
;-So il Test Rp,,, rt .
Farm: Ray ong
5/25/2007 SERVING N.C. RESIDENTS FOR OVER 60 YEARS Union County
Agronomist Comments
C-12,$,3
Sample No.
Last Crop
Mo Yr T IA
Crop or Year
Lime
I'
P205 K20
Mg S
Cu
Zn
B
Mn
See Note
I'T[IRE
1st (rop: Fes/OGMm,M
0
I20-200
0 0
0 0
0
0
•0
pH$
12
2nd Crop: Fes/OG/r1m,M
0
120.200
0 0
0 0
0
0
•0
pH$
12
Test Results
Soil Class
HM% W/V
CEC BS%
Ac pH P-I K-I
Ca% Mg%
Mn-I
Mn-AI(1) Mn-AI(2) Zn-I
Zn-Al
Cu-1
S!
SS-1
NO3-N NH4-N
Na
MIN
0.46 1.14
14.2 94.0
0.9 6.6 569 138
73.0 16.0
l48
97 97 689
689
1206
65
0.2
tedfinfor�ati n
' -
P L�
R -� mm, tlati a,Mgo
Sample No.
Last Crop
Mo Yr T/A
Crop or Year
Lime
N
P205 K20
Mg S
Cu
Zn
B
Mn
See Note
HAY
1st Crop: Fes/OG/fim M
0
120-200
0 10-30
0 0
0
O
.0
PH$
12
2nd Crop: Fes/OGMm,M
0
120-200
0 10-30
0 0
0
0
•0
pH$
12
Test Results
Soil Class
HM% W/V
CEC BS%
Ac pH P-I K-1
Ca% Mg%
Mn-I
Mn-AI(1) Mn-AI(2) Zn-I
Zn AI
Cu-1
S-1
SS-1
NO3 N NH4-N
Na
MIN
0.6 1.08
18.3 97.0
0.6 6.8 405 63
86.0 9.0
152
96 96 478
478
1131
52
0.2
�F.ield Info `'ton
Appl'ed I�im`�
R� lotion
Sample No.
Last Crop
Mo Yr T/A
Crop or Year
Lime
N
P205 K20
Mg S
Cu
Zn
B
Mn
See Note
WHEAT
Ist Crap: SG/SB- DC
0
80-100
0 0
0 0
0
0
pH$
3
2nd Crop: SG/SB- DC
0
80-100
0 0
0 0
0
0
pH$
3
Test Results
Soil Class -
HM% W/V
CEC- BS%
Ac pH RI K-I
Ca% Mg%
Mn-1
Mn-Al(I) Mn-AI(2) Zn-I
Zn AI
Cu-1
S4
SS-1
NO3 N NH4-N
-Na
MIN
0.36 1.07
47.9 100.0
0.0 7.9 709 141
95.0 4.0
165
80 80 1036
1036
1731
g4
0.1

NCANAT Version: 1.70
PLAT Results For: Union 5/29/2007 3:30:58 PM
Calendar Year:
County:
Producer Identifier:
Tract Number:
Field Number:
Soil Series:
Crop:
Fertilizers:
applications
Soil LOSS:
Receiving Slope Distance
Soil Test 0" - 4"
WV Factor (USER)
Soil Test 28" - 32"
WV Factor (DATABASE)
Artificial Drainage System:
Hydrologic Condition:
INPUTS
2007
Union
4.7
3374
3
GsC: Goldston-Badin complex, 8 to 15 percent slopes
Common Bermudagrass (Pasture)"
Swine -slurry
Yearly Applied Amount: 5 1000 gal
Lb P205: 29.3 lb
Application Method: All other surface
.1 t/ac/yr
0-9 ft
175
.89
0
1.1
NO
GOOD
OUTPUTS
PARTICULATE P = 0
SOLUBLE P = 26
LEACHATE P = 0
SOURCE P - 19
TOTAL P RATING = 45 (MEDIUM)

NCANAT Version: 1.70
PLAT Results For: Union 5/29/2007 3:38:02 PM
Calendar Year:
County:
Producer Identifier:
Tract Number:
Field Number:
Soil Series:
slopes, eroded
Crop:
Fertilizers:
applications
Soil Loss:
Receiving Slope Distance
Soil Test 0" - 4"
WV Factor (USER)
Hydrologic Condition:
PARTICULATE P - 9
SOLUBLE P - 6
INPUTS
2007
Union
long
2395
past
TbB2: Tatum gravelly silty clay loam, 2 to 8 percent
Fescue (Pasture)** :
Swine -slurry
Yearly Applied Amount: 20 1000 gal
Lb P205: 29.3 lb
Application Method: All other surface
.1 t/ac/yr
0-9 ft
569
1.14
GOOD
OUTPUTS
LEACHATE P = 0
SOURCE P - 33
TOTAL P RATING = 48 (MEDIUM)

NCANAT Version: 1.70
PLAT Results For: Union 5/29/2007 3:39:42 PM
INPUTS `
,P
Calendar Year: 2007'•
County: Union
Producer Identifier: long
Tract Number: 2395
Field Number: hay
Soil Series: TaB: Tatum gravelly silt loam, 2 to 8 percent slopes
Crop: Fescue (Hay) ;
Fertilizers: Swine -slurry
Yearly Applied Amount: 25 1000 gal
Lb P205: 29.3 lb
Application Method: All other surface
applications
Soil Loss: .1 t/ac/yr
Receiving Slope Distance 0-9 ft
Soil Test 0" - 4" 405
WV Factor (USER) 1.08
Hydrologic Condition: GOOD
OUTPUTS
PARTICULATE P = 3
SOLUBLE P = 4
LEACHATE P = 0
SOURCE P = 38
TOTAL P RATING = 45 (MEDIUM)

Michael F. Easley, Governor
o`'�� wA r�gPG
� � r
O '<
May 25, 2007
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Ronald B. Cox D U U v IE
4009 Stack Road
Monroe, NC 28112 MAY 3 0 2�07
Ref: Notice of Intent to Close Lagoons
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Facility #90-43
Dear Mr. Cox:
On May 22, 2007 the Aquifer Protection Section received your letter and notice of approval for
the closure of the animal waste lagoons on your farm referenced above. The Aquifer Protection
Section cannot rescind your permit until the lagoons have been closed according to NRCS
standards and the enclosed Lagoon Closure Report Form has been properly completed and
submitted. Additionally, your permit annual fee invoice is being returned to you. Please call
919-733-5083, extension 210, and explain to them the imminent closure of your waste lagoons.
Please contact me at 919-715-6629 or [e-mail] if you have any questions.
Best Regards,
Thomas Slusser, L.G.
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
cc: Andrew Pitner, Mooresville Regional Office
APS Central File
lVa" Caro ina
�aturu�lb
Aquifer Protection Section 1636 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1636 Telephone: [phone]
Internet: http /lwww.ncwaterquaiity,ore 2728 Capital Boulevard Raleigh, NC 27604 Fax 1: [phone]
Fax 2: [phone]
An Equal OppoqunitylAffirmative Action Employer- 50% Recycled110% Post Consumer Paper Customer Service: [phone]

Type of Visit 0 Compliance Inspection 0 Operation Review 0 Structure Evaluation 0 Technical Assistance
Reason for Visit 0 Routine 0 Complaint 0 Follow up 0 Referral 0 Emergency 0 Other ❑ Denied Access
Date of Visit: Arrival Time: Departure Time: County:
Farm Name: Elpv►q.lt 11 Cby Owner Email:
Owner Name: R or.0.1 (4 c et X Phone: _
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Facility Contact: . RQW%Q d Cox Title:
Onsite Representative:: R4MV%Q1 G C_9�Y ^_
Certified Operator: 11bV%2l)tA !�22�
Back-up Operator:
Location of Farm:
I Swine
Wean to Finish
Phone No:
Integrator:
Region:
Operator Certification Number: 1 "2�fl
Back-up Certification Number:
Latitude: = o = 6 = Longitude: 0 ° = , =
Design Current Design Current
Capacity Population Wet Poultry Capacity Population
❑ Layer
❑ Non -La er
LJ Feeder to Finish
❑ Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder
❑ Farrow to Finish
❑ Gilts
Other
❑ Other
Dry Poultry
❑ Layers
❑ Non -Layers
❑ Pullets
❑ Turkeys
❑ urkey Poults
❑ Other
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Structure ❑ Application Field ❑ Other
a, Was the conveyance man-made?
Design Current
Cattle Capacity Population
❑
Dairy Cow
❑
Dairy Calf
❑
Dairy Heifei
❑
Dry Cow
❑
Non -Dairy
❑
Beef Stocker
❑
Beef Feeder
❑
Beef Brood Cow
Number of Structures: Ell
b. Did the discharge reach waters of the State? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. What is the estimated volume that reached waters of the State (gallons)?
d. Does discharge bypass the waste management system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
2. Is there evidence of a past discharge from any part of the operation'?
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State
other than from a discharge?
❑ Yes 0 No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ Yes
[X No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
No
❑ NA
❑ NE
12128104 Continued

1.
Facility Number: q — Date of Inspection !�
Required Records & Documents
19. Did the facility fail to have Certificate of Coverage & Permit readily available? ❑ Yes No ❑ NA ❑ NE
20. Does the facility fail to have all components of the CAWMP readily available? If yes, check ❑ Yes [] No ❑ NA ❑ NE
the appropriate box. ❑ WUP ❑ Checklists ❑ Design [I Maps El Other
21. Does record keeping need improvement? If yes, check the appropriate box below. ❑ Yes No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Waste Application ❑ Weekly Freeboard ❑ Waste Analysis ❑ Soil Analysis ❑ Waste Transfers ❑ Annual Certification
❑ Rainfall ❑ Stocking ❑ Crop Yield ❑ 120 Minute Inspections ❑ Monthly and 1" Rain Inspections ❑ Weather Code
22. Did the facility fail to install and maintain a rain gauge? ❑ Yes 0 No ❑ NA ❑ NE
23. If selected, did the facility fail to install and maintain rainbreakers on irrigation equipment? ❑ Yes 0 No ❑ NA ❑ NE
24.
Did the facility fail to calibrate waste application equipment as required by the permit?
❑ Yes
[4 No
❑ NA
❑ NE
25.
Did the facility fail to conduct a sludge survey as required by the permit?
❑ Yes
[X No
❑ NA
❑ NE
26.
Did the facility fail to have an actively certified operator in charge?
❑ Yes
P No
❑ NA
❑ NE
27.
Did the facility fail to secure a phosphorus loss assessment (PLAT) certification?
❑ Yes
[@ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Other Issues
28.
Were any additional problems noted which cause non-compliance of the permit or CAWMP?
❑ Yes
R No
❑ NA
❑ NE
29.
Did the facility fail to properly dispose of dead animals within 24 hours and/or document
❑ Yes
[A No
❑ NA
❑ NE
and report the mortality rates that were higher than normal?
30.
At the time of the inspection did the facility pose an odor or air quality concern?
❑ Yes
Lrth
& No
❑ NA
❑ NE
If yes, contact a regional Air Quality representative immediately
31.
Did the facility fail to notify the regional office of emergency situations as required by
❑ Yes
[A No
❑ NA
❑ NE
General Permit? (ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
32.
Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with an on -site representative?
❑ Yes
[A No
❑ NA
❑ NE
33.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
[� No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Additional Comments and/or. Drawings:
Page 3 of 3 12128104

I{ aciliq Number. — y Date of Inspection
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (structural plus storm storage plus heavy rainfall) less than adequate? ❑ Yes ONo ❑ NA ❑ NE
a. If yes, is waste level into the structural freeboard? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ NA ❑ NE
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier:
Spillway?:
Designed Freeboard (in): 11
Observed Freeboard (in):
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? ❑ Yes]
No
❑ NA ❑ NE
(ie/ large trees, severe erosion, seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed ❑ Yes
AjNo
❑ NA ❑ NE
through a waste management or closure plan?
If any of questions 4-6 were answered yes, and the situation poses an immediate public health or environmental threat,
notify DWQ
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance or improvement? Cl Yes
A No
❑ NA ❑ NE
8. Do any of the stuctures lack adequate markers as required by the permit? ❑ Yes
No
❑ NA ❑ NE
(Not applicable to roofed pits, dry stacks and/or wet stacks)
9. Does any part of the waste management system other than the waste structures require ❑ Yes
No
❑ NA ❑ NE
maintenance or improvement?
Waste Application
10. Are there any required buffers, setbacks, or compliance alternatives that need ❑ Yes
� No
El NA El NE
maintenance/improvement?
11. Is there evidence of incorrect application? if yes, check the appropriate box below. ❑ Yes
0 No
❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ Hydraulic Overload ❑ Frozen Ground ❑ Heavy Metals (Cu, Zn, etc.)
❑ PAN ❑ PAN > 10% or 10 lbs ❑ Total Phosphorus ❑ Failure to Incorporate Manure/Sludge into Bare Soil
❑ Outside of Acceptable Crop Window ❑ Evidence of Wind Drift ❑ Application Outside of Area
12. Crop type(s)
13. Soil type(s)
14. Do the receiving crops differ from those designated in the CAWMP?
❑ Yes
No
❑ NA
❑ NE
15. Does the receiving crop and/or land application site need improvement?
❑ Yes
No
❑ NA
❑ NE
16. Did the facility fail to secure and/or operate per the irrigation design or wettable acre determination ?
❑ Yes
No
❑ NA
❑ NE
17. Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes]
No
❑ NA
❑ NE
18. Is there a lack of properly operating waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
1� No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Comments (refer to question #): Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other. comments L,
Use drawings offacility`to better explain:.situations. (use additional pages as necessary)
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Reviewer/Inspector Name Y� ,, Phone: t
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: Date:
1 LL�G it Vf J 2l//4V/ VT Ii VLLLLLLNGLL

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
NG DEPT. ()FDN"iR(IV4l01C1uality
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
October 1, 2004
OCT 15 2004
Ronald B. Cox
Ronald B. Cox Farm
4009 Stack Road MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Monroe NC 28112 DWO-GROUNDWATER SECTION
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS900043
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Union County
Dear Ronald B. Cox:
On June 11, 2004, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (Division) issued a revised State General
Permit for swine facilities. The General Permit was issued in accordance with the directive of Senate Bill
733 (Session Law 2003-28).
In accordance with your application received on January 28, 2003 and in accordance with the directive of
Senate Bill 733, we are hereby forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Ronald B.
Cox, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land
application system in accordance with General Permit AWG100000. The issuance of this COC
supercedes and terminates your previous COC Number AWS900043 which expires October 1, 2004.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the Ronald B. Cox Farm, located in Union County, with an animal capacity of no
greater than an annual average of 250 Farrow to Feeder swine and the application to land as specified in
the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If this is a Farrow to Wean or
Farrow to Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary,
they may be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a
rate of 4 gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until September 30, 2009. Pursuant to this COC,
you are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting
and maintaining the required monitoring data and operational information must be established for this
facility. Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number
of animals authorized by this COC (as provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and
this COC and must be completed prior to actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please carefully read this COC and the enclosed State General Permit. Since this is a revised State
General Permit, it contains new requirements in addition to most of the conditions contained in the
previous State General Permit. Enclosed for your convenience is a package containing the new and
revised forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please pay careful attention to the record keeping
and monitoring conditions in this -permit.
Aquifer Protection Section - Animal Feeding Operations Unit
1636 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Internet: h2o.enr.state.nc.us
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If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples -is. necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC'does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property.
Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per 1SA NCAC 2H .0225(c) a compliance boundary is provided for the facility and no new water supply
wells shall be constructed within the compliance boundary. Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation
shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon, storage pond, or any wetted area of a
spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS I43-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the Division prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on this
process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Mooresville Regional Office, The Regional Office
Water Quality Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact Duane Leith at [phone].
Sincerely,
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit AWG100000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Mooresville Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
Union County Health Department
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File AW S900043
APS Central Files

OF W A � Michael F. Easley, Governor
t,7 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
0 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
r
Alan W. Klimek, RE. Director
Q Division of Water Quality
NC DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATJRAI Rs=cni iQCGS_
October 29, 2004 RECEIVED
Marion & Russell C. Cox NOV 2 2 2004
Cox Brothers Farms - 601 S Farm
6409 Rape Road MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Monroe NC 28112 DWO-GROUNDWATER SECTION
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. NCA290020
Cox Brothers Farms - 601 S Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment, Storage
and Application System
Union County
Dear Marion & Russell C. Cox:
In accordance with your application received on September 7, 2004, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Marion & Russell C. Cox, authorizing the operation of the
subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with
NPDES General PermitNCA200000.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the Cox Brothers Farms - 601S Farm, located in Union County, with an animal
capacity of no greater than an annual average of 1200 Farrow to Finish swine and the application to land
as specified in the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If this is a Farrow to
Wean or Farrow to Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are
unneccessary, they may be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced
by gi Its at a rate of 4 gi Its for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until July 1, 2007, and shall hereby void Certificate
of Coverage Number AWS900020 dated May 1, 2003, and shall be subject to the conditions and
limitations as specified therein. Pursuant to this COC, you are authorized and required to operate the
system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as specified in the General Permit, the facility's
CAWMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required monitoring data
and operational information must be established for this facility. Any increase in waste production
greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number of animals authorized by this COC (as
provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and this COC and must be completed prior to
actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please carefully read this COC and the enclosed General Permit. Since this is a new joint State and
Federal general permit it contains many new requirements in addition to most of the conditions contained
in the current State general permit. Enclosed for your convenience is a package containing the new and
revised forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please pay careful attention to the record keeping
and monitoring conditions in this Dertnit. The Devices to Automatically Sto17 Irrieation Events Form
must be returned to the Division of Water Quality no later than 120 days following receipt of the
Certificate'of Coverage. The Animal Facilit Annual Certification Form must be completed and 'returned
to the Division of Water Quality by no later than March l st of each year.
NOn thCarolina
Aquifer Protection Section 1636 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1636 Phone [phone] Customer Service X&il4
Internet: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us 2728 Capital Boulevard Raleigh, NC 27604 Fax [phone]
Fax [phone]
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If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property.
Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period. of four years or more, the Permittee most submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per 15A NCAC 2H .0225(c) a compliance boundary is provided for the facility and no new water supply
wells shall be constructed within the compliance boundary. Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation
shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon or any wetted area of a spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C, the Clean Water Act and 40 CFR 122.41 including civil penalties, criminal
penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal niust be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the Division prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual NPDES Permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on
this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Mooresville Regional Office. The Regional Office
Aquifer Protection Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information
concerning this COC or the General Permit, please contact Keith Larick at [phone].
Sincerely,
U
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit NCA200000, Record Keeping and Reporting Package)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Union County Health Department
resviIle_Regional-Office, Ayuifer-Protection-Section
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File NCA290020
APS Files

Type of Visit (& Compliance Inspection O Operation Review O Structure Evaluation O Technical Assistance
Reason for Visit §D Routine Q Complaint O Follow up Q Referral O Emergency O Other ❑ Denied Access
Date of Visit: I R� Arrival Time: !r 3� Departure Time: 1r.t gip" County: uN''o Region: _18
rea
Farm Name: I7 ems+ A jr/ C& Owner Email:
Owner Name: kaN AC CO )c p I ,JJ,�Phone:
Mailing Address: �00 9 S r K _ __ K�/ r�Leg Rah /V C
Physical Address:
Facility Contact: iz, tp)c Title:
Onsite Representative:
Certified Operator:
Back-up Operator:
Phone No:
Integrator:
.901A
Operator Certification Number: 16S S 'y _ R
Back-up Certification Number:
Location of Farm: Latitude: [= o = 6 =it Longitude: = ° = t =
11
Swine
Design
Capacity
C►urrent Design ,,,
Population Wet Poultry Capa rty
Currenf� a Design Current
FopulEtI' Cattle Capa ity Fop on
❑Dai Cow
❑ Dairy Calf
❑Dai Heifer
❑ D Cow
❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Beef Stocker
El Beef Feeder
❑ Beef Brood Cow,
Number of Structures:
❑ Wean to Finish
❑ La cr
Layer
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ Feeder to Finish
Poul
Dry try,_
IL4 o 4j
❑ La ers
❑ Non -Layers
El Pullets
❑ Turkeys_
[]Turkey Points
`9 a '
❑ Farrow to Wean
® Farrow to Feeder
❑ Farrow to Finish
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars
Other
❑ Other ❑ Other
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation?
❑ Yes
91 No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Discharge originated at: ❑ Structure ❑ Application Field ❑ Other
a. Was the conveyance man-made?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
® NE
b. Did the discharge reach waters of the State? (If yes, notify DWQ)
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
14 NE
c. What is the estimated volume that reached waters of the State (gallons)?
d. Does discharge bypass the waste management system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
UNE
2. Is there evidence of a past discharge from any part of the operation?
❑ Yes
50 No
❑ NA
❑ NE
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State
❑ Yes
K No
❑ NA
❑ NE
other than from a discharge?
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Continued

Facility Number: p —ItsDate
of Inspection
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (structural plus storm storage plus heavy rainfall) less than adequate?
❑ Yes
© No
❑ NA
❑ NE
a. If yes, is waste level into the structural freeboard?
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ NA
❑ NE
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4
Structure
5
Structure 6
Identifier: W P
Spillway?: PJA
Designed Freeboard (in): $
Observed Freeboard (in): go
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
❑ Yes
© No
❑ NA
❑ NE
(ie/ large trees, severe erosion, seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed
❑ Yes
® No
❑ NA
❑ NE
through a waste management or closure plan?
If any of questions 4-6 were answered yes, and the situation poses an immediate public health or
environmental threat, notify DWQ
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance or improvement?
❑ Yes
El No
❑ NA
❑ NE
8. Do any of the stuctures lack adequate markers as required by the permit? ❑ Yes 21 No ❑ NA ❑ NE
(Not applicable to roofed pits, dry stacks and/or wet stacks)
9. Does any part of the waste management system other than the waste structures require ❑ Yes © No ❑ NA ❑ NE
maintenance or improvement?
Waste Application
10. Are there any required buffers, setbacks, or compliance alternatives that need ❑ Yes ® No ❑ NA ❑ NE
maintenance/improvement?
11, Is there evidence of incorrect application? If yes, check the appropriate box below. ❑ Yes E] No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ Hydraulic Overload ❑ Frozen Ground ❑ Heavy Metals (Cu, Zn, etc.)
❑ PAN ❑ PAN > 10% or 10 lbs ❑ Total Phosphorus ❑ Failure to Incorporate Manure/Sludge into Bare Soil
❑ Outside of Acceptable Crop Window ❑ Evidence of Wind- Drift [IApplication Outside of Area
12. Crop type(s) Duerr+ A- Rye
13. Soil type(s)
14. Do the receiving crops differ from those designated in the CAWMP?
❑ Yes
® No
❑ NA
❑ NE
15. Does the receiving crop and/or land application site need improvement?
❑ Yes
0 No
❑ NA
❑ NE
16. Did the facility fail to secure and/or operate per the irrigation design or wettable acre determination`
❑ Yes
® No
❑ NA
❑ NE
17. Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
[2 No
❑ NA
❑ NE
18. Is there a lack of properly operating waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
P No
❑ NA
❑ NE
-No A+u5r+a4s o'-+ S4" s+u� 3�aooy
Reviewer/Inspector Name Phone:
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: Date: 19 - o S
12128104 Continued

r,-
Facility Number: Q'p - 47Date of Inspection
Required Records & Documents
19. Did the facility fail to have Certificate of Coverage & Permit readily available? ® Yes tl No ❑ NA ❑ NE
20. Does the facility fail to have all components of the CAWMP readily available? If yes, check ❑ Yes ® No ❑ NA ❑ NE
the appropirate box. ❑ WUP ❑ Checklists ❑ Design El Maps El Other
21. Does record keeping need improvement? If yes, check the appropriate box below. ❑ Yes R1 No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Waste Application ❑ Weekly Freeboard ❑ Waste Analysis ❑ Soil Analysis ❑ Waste Transfers ❑ Annual Certification
❑ Rainfall ❑ Stocking ❑ Crop Yield ❑ 120 Minute Inspections ❑ Monthly and I" Rain Inspections ❑ Weather Code
22. Did the facility fail to install and maintain a rain gauge?
23, If selected, did the facility fail to install and maintain rainbreakers on irrigation equipment?
24. Did the facility fail to calibrate waste application equipment as required by the permit?
25. Did the facility fail to conduct a sludge survey as required by the permit'?
26. Did the facility fail to have an actively certified operator in charge?
27. Did the facility fail to secure a phosphorus loss assessment (PLAT) certification?
Other Issues
28. Were any additional problems noted which cause non-compliance of the permit or CAWMP?
29. Did the facility fail to properly dispose of dead animals within 24 hours and/or document
and report the mortality rates that were higher than normal?
30. At the time of the inspection did the facility pose an odor or air quality concern?
If yes, contact a regional Air Quality representative immediately
31. Did the facility fail to notify the regional office of emergency situations as required by
General Permit? (ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
32. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with an on -site representative?
33. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
AdditionalComments and/or Drawings:
❑ Yes
© No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
® No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
© No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
® No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
FEI No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes
2 No
❑ NA
❑ NE
❑ Yes Z No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Yes ® No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Yes IN No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Yes ® No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Yes ® No ❑ NA ❑ NE
❑ Yes ® No ❑ NA ❑ NE
12128104

..t
Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are -met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation shall be maintained between water supply wells and any
lagoon or any wetted area of a spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COG or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the Division prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on this
process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Mooresville Regional Office. The Regional Office
Water Quality Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact J R Joshi at [phone] ext. 363.
Sincerely,
zde K
U
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit AWG100000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Union County Health Department
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File AWS900043
NDPU Files
NC DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NAJURAIL RESOURCES
MOOR .9Vll1.E RE(#IONAL OFFICE
ppw�rq !)
MAY 19 2003
AtE1A y SECT"
��C�

O� W A rF9 Michael F. Easley, Governor_
Q William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
0 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural -Resources
j
� Alan W. Klimek, P. E., Director
.r Division of Water Quality
May 1, 2003
Ronald B. Cox
Ronald B. Cox Farm
4009 Stack Road
Monroe NC 28112
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS900043
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Union County,
Dear Ronald B. Cox:
On April 28, 2003, the North Carolina General Assembly ratified Senate Bill 733 which directs the
Division -of Water- Quality (Division) to extend the expiration date of the Swine Waste Operation General
Permit AWG100000. Therefore, the General Permit has been re -issued by the Division to extend the
expiration date to October 1, 2004. During the period of this extension the Division will be working with
all interested parties on the development of a new version of the Non -Discharge General Permit.
In accordance with your application received on January 28, 2003 and in accordance with the directive of
Senate Bill 733, we are hereby forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Ronald B.
Cox, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land
application system in accordance with General Permit AWG100000. The issuance of this COC
supercedes and terminates your previous COC Number AWS900043 which expired on April 30, 2003.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
.of animal waste from the Ronald B. Cox Farm, located in Union County, with an animal capacity of no
greater than an annual average of 250 Farrow to Feeder swine and the application to land as specified in
the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management flan (CAWMP).. If this is a Farrow to Wean or
Farrow to Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary,
they may be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a
rate of 4 gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until October 1, 2004. Pursuant to this COC, you
are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting
and maintaining the required monitoring data and operational information must be established for this
facility. Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number
of animals authorized by this COC (as provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and
this COC and must be completed prior to actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
If your Waste Utilization PIan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property. � 7
N(�?.
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
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Customer Service Center
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Producer: Ronald Cox
Location: 4009 Stack Rd. Monroe, NC. 28112
Telephone: [phone]
Type Operation: Swine
Number of Animals : 250 Farrow to Feeder
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution of
surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to reduce the
amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is to be applied.
This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before
each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be
balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize the
fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe manner. Always
apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient content of the waste. Do
not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are important as they have different
infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and available water holding
capacities.. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per
year. With special precautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per acre per
year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either
of these conditions may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under DEM
regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems.
To maximize the value of nutrients for crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the
waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to
planting. Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for this type
of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from your waste
management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling techniques, preparation,
and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with I5A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.

Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft3, tons,etc.)
2—M_ animal units X = 4 .w to n' al = 35 ac.in. waste/yr.
35 ac.in./yr. X 27,154 gals./ac.in = 950,390 gals. Waste/yr.
(N.C. Tech Guide Std. 633-52)
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
950,390 gals./yr. X 1.5 lbs.N/1000gals. = 1, 425.6 1bs.Nlvr,
ER CERIMED LIQUID PRODUCTION VOLUMES PER YI
wing volumes renreserrLf-actual DumDed volumes for a four vear
1997 Total liquid pumped 95,040 gals X highest test 4.0lbs. N/1000 gals = 3801bs. N./yr.
1998 Total liquid pumped 276,480 gals. X highest test 2.8 lbs.N./1000gals = 774.1 lbs. N./yr.
1999 Total liquid pumped 164,160 gals. X highest test 5.7 lbs.N./1000 gals. = 936 lbs. N./yr.
2000 Total liquid pumped 146,880 gals. X highest test 3.5 lbs.N./1000 gals.=514 lbs. N./yr.
Using the highest pumping volumes of 276,480 gals. X Avg. PAN 3.4 = 9401 lbs.N/yr divided
by 3.1 acres irrigation areas = 303.3 lbs. N/ac/yr. which is 34.4 lbs.N less than the applications
acres will utilize per year.
This Waste Utilization Plan will be based on actual pumped volumes for
Nitrogen since it is actual four years production for Nitrogen.
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract
Field
Soil Crop
R.Y.E
Lbs. N
Acres
Lbs. N Month(s)
3374
la
BdB2 Bermuda/
4tons
200
1.55
310 May -Au .
Rye
3tons 150
1.55
233 Sept March
3374
lb
GsC Bermuda
3tons
150
1.55
233 Ma - ug.
3374
lb
Rye
3.5 tons
175
1.55
271 Se .-i arc
One year Total 1047 lbs N. Utilized

* This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements.
Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some eastern counties of
North Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This plant only
addresses Nitrogen.
Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own
adequate land [see Required Specification 2])
Tract Flds. Soil Crop R. Y.E. Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month of Appl.
TOTAL Table 2
TOTAL
POSSIBLE TOTAL N. UTILIZED(Tables 1 ) 1047.0 lbs. N
Average 4 year (Production) TOTAL N PRODUCED - 651.0 lbs. N.
Deficit 396.0� lbs. N.

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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
OPERATIONAL NARRATIVE
This system was installed in May 1993. The original waste sample showed 00lbs. N/
per 1000 gals. This design was based on an arbitrary average of 1.25 # N/1000gals.
and 3.0 acres of disposal area. Over the last four years the waste sample has shown
up and downs in the Nitrogen amounts but has averaged 3.41bs. N/per 1000 gals.
However the owner has maintained pumping records that indicate less gallons
produced than book value. Total meter readings show 535,680 gallons divided by last
4 yrs. pumping records equals 133,920 gals./yr produced divided by 1000=133.92 X
average N of 3.4lbs.N/1000gals. = 455.31bs.N/yr. divided by 3.1 acres application
field =146.9 lbs. N application per year per acre. However if we use the highest
pumping year of 276,480 gals. X Avg. PAN of 3.4 =940.1 divided by 3.1 acres = 303.3
lbs. PAN/acre/yr. This is less Nitrogen than the crops on the application field will
utilize per year. Thus the owner will not over applying nitrogen if the volumes
produces and the nitrogen content continue as seen in the previous four years. Mr.
Cog has stated to this office since the construction of the Solid Set System that he has
never had the volume of liquid to be pumped that we stated in the original design.

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or Iand application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are
subject to the assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division of
Environmental Management for every day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land on which to properly apply the waste. If
the producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide
MRCS with a copy of a written agreement (sample enclosed) with a landowner who is within
a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for waste application for the
life expectancy of the production facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility
to secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the Nitrogen needs for realistic
crop yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for
other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (RMS) or
an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no
greater than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where
runoff leaves the field. These filter strips will be in addition to 'Buffers" required by DEM.
[See FOTG Standard 393 - Filter Strips and Standard 390 (Interim) - Riparian Forest
Buffers. 1
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when the wind is blowing.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the
waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in the Technical Reference -
Environment file for guidance.)
(continued neat page)

7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that
runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause
drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control
conditions conducive to odor or flies and provide uniformity of application..
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in'such a manner that no more
than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf area is covered.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with
a high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient Ioading rates on these soils should be held to
a minimum and a suitable winter cover -crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop on bare soil.
11. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to surface water. This distance may
be reduced for waters that are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips are
present. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those
owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public rights -of -way.
15. Animal waste shall, not be discharged into surface waters, drainage ways or wetlands by a
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that causes no runoff or drift from the site.
from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
17. Lagoons and other uncovered waste containment structures must maintain a maximum
operating level to provide adequate storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in addition
to the one (1) foot mandatory freeboard.

A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation.
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon
berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, Ieakage, or
discharge.
19. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
20. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks, and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall
be managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required
to mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
At crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determined
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
Shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. PH shall be adjusted for
Optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept for
Five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for (3) years. Waste
Application records for all waste shall be maintained for (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.

Operation and Maintenance Plan
This facility is to be maintained in a safe and healthy condition at all times, in compliance with all
local, state and federal laws.
A protective cover of vegetation will be established and maintained on all areas disturbed during
construction, (embankments, berms, diversions etc.). Lagoon areas must be mowed and kept
accessible to visual inspection. Keep all lagoon areas free of woody vegetation, especially the top
of dam, pool edges and back slope of embankments. Perform a regular inspection and repair as
necessary any erosion, rodent burrows, seepage or other threats to the integrity of the
impoundment.
Waste Handling Equipment
Perform regular inspection and repair as necessary all waste handling equipment, (pumps,
meters, pipes and electrical components etc.) to avoid leaks, overflow or other spillage of
effluent. Manage to avoid excessive waste volume situations due to unexpected failure of
equipment.
Liquid level
Establish visible markers to delineate top and bottom pumping limits. Maintain maximum liquid
level six inches below emergency spillway. Monitor sludge accumulation annually and remove as
necessary to keep at least four feet of liquid capacity- available. Maintain separate disposal areas
for sludge and apply at agronomic rates with no runoff. Sample sludge or use book values for N
in calculating disposal rates.
Permits
Maintain emergency action plan in a prominent location at the facility. Keep current and available
all permits, licenses, etc. as required by the State of North Carolina.

Snnrce Caase
!!t4!!'s to Cnntrnl Insects tiile SpecificPractices
Aninnil Holding Areas Accumulations of animal wastes
Eliminate low areas that Irate moislure along
and feed tvaslage
fences and olher locations Where waste
accumulates amcl disimbance by animals is
'
minimal.
f-1 Maintain fence rows and filler s[tips around
animal holding areas to minimize
accummlalioms of wastes (i.e., inspect for and
remove or break up accmnmlaled solids as
needed).
DI Itfanure i lundling Accumulations of animal wastes
n Remove spillage an a touline basis (e.g., 7 - 10
SYSICurs
clay interval during smcmmer; 15-30 day interval
during winter) where manure is loaded rm laud
applicalion or disposal.
0 Provide for adequale drainage around manure
stockpiles.
❑ Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filler strips around stockpiles and
mranure handling areas as needed.
For more infunnation cumtact the Cooperalive Extension Service, bepmincnl of Etilmoology, Dox 7613, Notllt Carolina State Ih6versity,
Italciglr, NC. 27695-7613.
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Snurcc Cuuse IM11's to Minimize Odor Site Specific Pracliccs
End of drainpipes at 0 Agitation during wastewater GAL -Mend discharge point of pipes Wide icalll
lagoun conveyance h�on lilluid level
Lagoon surfaces 0 Volatile gas emissions; Ill Oper lagoon liquid capacity;
• Biological mixing; f`d/Correct lagoon staltup pracednres;
• Agitation n Mi imam surface area-lo-volanle ratio;
COY h�irtimum agitation when pumping;
L7 Mechanical actalion;
Cl twerl biological additives
lrrigatiun sp(ini.ler I ligh pressure agitation; Ill ii "IW on dry clays will) little or no wind;
unz�l4s Wind drift f=1 Minimum recommended operating pressnrc;
C1 Plip intake near lagoon ligtiiti surface,
)p from second -stage lagoon
Sim;igc Sulk or basin 0
I':Inlial microbial decnmposiliorl;
Illlllonl or Illidlcvcl loall;ng;
sm face 0
Mixing while filling;
o
rank covets;
•
Agilalinn when emptying
©
Basin surface orals of solids;
Cl
Proven biological additives or oxidants
Sciding basin sm face 0
Partial microbial decomposilioll
I:xll nd drainpipe oulllas umleniealh li(p6d
•
Mixing while filling;
level;
•
Agitation when emptying
C)
l(eniove scllled solids regularly
Alanure:, sherry nr sImIgc
Agilalinrt when spreading;
n
Snit injection of slurry/sledges;
slucadcr uuticls •
Volatile gas emissions
❑
Wash residual manure from spreader aflcr usc;
Cl
Proven biological additives or oxidants
I111covelc1I Immule, •
Volaide Cas Culissllllls while
U
Sod In)CCIIUq ul slmly/SIINIhes
sherry or sludge on field
drying
❑
S it incorporation ►vilhnl 48 his.;
SIIF laces'
Sprcad in thin uniform layers for rapid drying;
Ci
1'roverl biological additives or oaillatils
Dead allimals
Carcass decomposition
Proiler divoslli(m of carcasses
l)call alllrlt:ll'li,I nrs;ll
Carcass decomposillUn
Cl
Complete covtlnnlg of carcasses III Imrlal pits; g
pins
O
Proper location/couslnlction ofslisposal Mils
luciocl:dms • Incomplete combustion Ci Secondary slack bulncrs
AtvlO(: - Nomolmr 11, 1996, Page 4 1/

Sourer Cause 111101s to Minimize Odor Sile Specific Practices
Standing water around • Improper drainage; Grade and landscape such that water drains -
facilities0 Microbial deeontposilion of away from facilities
organic mailer
Aiamrte backed onto Poorly maintained access roads ❑ Fanu access road maintenance
public.roads liorn farm
access
,Additional Irtforrnation :
Swine hlamtre Management ; 0200 Rule/BMP Packet
-Swine Prothiction Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies ; I, I)AF. Fact Sheet
Swine I'roduction Facility Manure Management: Pit Recharge - Lagoon 'I"malmenl ; EBAE 128-88
Swine I'roduclion Facitily Manure Maoagrnsent: Underfloor l-iosb - Lagoon'I-realment ; GIIAIi 129-88
1-agunn Design and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage ; I31IAF 103-83
Calibratinn of Manure and Wastewater Applicalioo L•rpripmenl ; F-BAli Fact Sheol
Cuimolling Odors from Swine Buildings ; I'll1-33
liMmomemal Assurance Program ; NI'I'C Manual
Options tier Khmagiug Odor ; a rcliorl bolo litc Swine Odor Task Force
t ltsi:.ance: Cmice ms in Animal Manure Management: Odors and Mies ; PRO107, 1195 Conference Proceedings
A Alt IC - 1111vollbul 11. 1996, Page 5
Available From :
NCSI.1, Counly lix(ension Cenla
NCsu - IIAI:
NCSII - IIAI:
NCS11 - IIAE
NCSII - IIAI:
NC:SI1 - IIAI:
NCSU - Swine lixtensiort
0C folk Producers Assoc
NCSU Agri C'ommunicalions
1:1111ida C oo1wralive tixlension

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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operatimis
So III cc Cause ltfl'IPS In C1in11-ul 1115CCIS _ - - Si1c'specific III-actices
Lirluiel Syslcsus
1:1111h Guucrs Accunitilalion of solids Flush syslein is designed anti operated
sufficicialy In remove accnnnilated solids front
0mers as designed.
W Remove bridging of accnrnulaled solids aI
discharge
I-agoulis and his Crusled Solids ❑ Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minioticc the
crosling ofsolids to a depth cif m inure than 6 -
H Jimlics over more Ihan 30% of surface.
11r Ct;SSIVc Vct;clative • Decaying vegetaliuu
r ifinvill
1=cc�icu -- Fccd Spillage; C1
n
Deed Simar c ACclrmnl'alions of Ned resithics F-1
CI
Maimain vegetative: control .11(n1, hanks of
lagoons and Diller impormdmen(s to prevent
acculnnlaliou of -decaying vegetative ivaller
along hater's edge on impoundment's pet imcler.
Dry SVSICIIIS
I)esign, operalc and maintain feed syslcrlls
hankers and troughs) to minimize the
accrlmulalion of decaying wastage.
Clean up spillage on a tominc basis (e.g., 7 - 10
(1.iy interval daring suouucr; 15-30 day inlcrval
during limo). '
Iteduce nloisilire acennluladoil wi(hin and
around imillediate pclinlum. of Iced sler:lgc
areas by insuring drainage away firth rile
and/or providing adcrinate coolaimment (e.g.,
covered Ilia 1-or brewer's Lain ,aid similar high
Illoismire grain 111111111CIS).
Inspect I'M and remove ur hrcak all acclimulaied
solids ill Ii11co- ships arnurld need storage as
aceded.
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Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Suurce
Cause
IINIPs to Millhilize 011or — — — Silc Specific Prarticcs
I a{ulSleed
Swille produclioll
or wooded buffers;
�Vegelative
"I{ecommended best managerneul practices;
RII�Good judgment and common sense
Alliloal body surfaces
Ditty manure -covered animals
a pry floors
fluor snrf:lces
WC1 Ill apill re-C1lvered floors
fJ Slntled floors;
Cl Walerers located over slolled floors;
1 at high end of solid floors;
�Feede:rs
[lam Scrape manure Iwildup fraln flnars;
C7 underfloor ventilation for drying
!.dilute Cullcclion (tits •
lhine;
_ Relluenl manure removal by (Insh, pit recharge,
•
I'ailial mictohial decon►f,ositioll
or scrape;
0--lull tier 11 0or venlilalilln
VClllll.111oll cxha a Lilts •
Vulallll: bases;
f1 Fall InaitNiel laI1CC;
Dust
171 Efficient air movemem
11111our surfaces [)list ff�r- Wasbdmvn'bclwecll groups of animals;
F1 Feed additives;
Cl Feeder clovers; .
s/he ell dclively downspolll exlenllcis Ilu fl:eller
covers
Husll I.11ILS Agitation of Iecyclud lagoon nl lIsh (ank covers;
liquid while: lacks are filling 1-xlerld fill idles to near btrUoln of t,lnks with
anti -siphon Velils
flush Alcys Agitation during wastewater o Unde'floor flush with underfloor veniibHion
conveyance
I'it lerll:uLc pllints
1Jfi �lallwl�
i
I lul;i+Ic dlclil! cl�llecliun
ur junclinll boxes
• Agitation of lccycled laj:onn
liquid while pits are filling
• Agitation during sump tank
filling anti drawdown
• Agitation during wasim-ticr
collveyance
W- EXICIld lecbalge lines to oem bullr1111 411,11ils
wilh.anli-siphon vents
0 Stillp lank covers
f1 Box covets
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l-iortality Manacement Methods
(check which method(s} are Mein: implemented)
` Burial three feet beneath the surface of the around within 2—' hours after
knowledge of the death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any Flowing
-stream or public body of water.
Rznde:ina at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7
Complete incineration
❑ In the case of dead poultry only. placing in a disposal pit of a siz= and design
approved by the Department of Agriculture
Anv method v.•hich in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
P.

LAGOON L"I'QUID-TUMPING SCHEDULE
JAN
jCycles/Month----------
Cycle 1 Date___
Cycle 2 Date---------
Cycle 3 Date ----------
(Total N Applied __--____-
Depth below overflow_ "_ _
FEB
ycles/Month----------
Cycle '1 Dote --- —____
Cycle 2 Date ---------
;ycle 3 Date -_ --___-
ota( N Applied ---------
Depth below overflow l8`__
MAY JUNE
Cycles/Month---------- Cycles/Month -______-__
Cycle 1 Date_-______ Cycle 1 Date________
Cycle 2 Date --------- Cycle 2 Date ---------
MARCH
Cycles/Month_-- _------
Cycle 1 Date_______
Cycle 2 Date_--_--__-
I 3 Date __ --__--_--
rota( N Applied -------__
Depth below overflow_ o?O""
JULY
Cycles/Month ----------
Cycle 1 Date ---
—___-
Cycle 2 Date ---------
APRIL
Cycles/Month----------
Cycle 1 Date . __—_---
Cycle_2 Date---------
I 3 Date ...........
total N Applied---------
Depthbelow overf
AUGUST
Cycles/Month_-v__----_
Cycle I
Cycle 2 Date ---------
Cycle 3 Date ----------
Cycle
3 Date ----------
Cycle
3 Date_____-----
Cycle
3 Date__
Total N Applied ---------
Total
N Applied ---------
Total
N Applied ---------
Total
N Applied ---------
Depth below overflow-.""_
Depth
below overf low_ ---Depth
below overf low_7O!' __
Depth
below over flow_T4�"'__
SEPTEMBER
Cycles/Month___---__--
►.ycle 1 Date -------
Cycle 2 Date ___-_____
Cycle 3 Date ----------
Total N Applied ---------
Depth be low overf low a", _
❑CTOBER
Cycles/Month----------
Cycle 1 Date_-_
Cycle 2 Date ____-____
NIVEMBER
ycles/Month----------
Cycle 1 Date --- ___-_
Cycle 2 Date_________
DECEMBER
Cycles/Month___ __-____
Cycle 1 Date --- _-___
Cycle 2 Date ---------
Cycle
3 Date ---- _------
Cycle
3 Date-----------
Cycle
3 Date-----------
Total
N Applied ---------
Total
N Applied ---------
Total
N Applied _______-_
Depth
below overf low_7G
Depth
below overf low_A�"
Depth
below overf low_71 ' _
1--- Each Cyc I. e con to i n s _D g_ l bs of p l an t ova i lab l e n i trogen/acre @ _,!�_7 tbs. N/ 1000 gals,
2---Above cyles and depth below overflow are an estimate, Adjust cycles and depth as operation
'dictates to allow for adequate flushwater and storage depths to prevent overf low, Depths @ end of month,
3---Lagoon must be maintained a minimum of 18' below discharge point at all times.

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EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
In case of overflow and/or danger of breaching of the lagoon embankment, the operator/owner
should enact the following steps immediately:
(1) Begin land application of the wastes immediately. Continue application until the liquid level
in the lagoon is below the breach or spill level.
(2) Contact the contractor of your choice to immediately begin repairs to control overflow.
Permanent repairs may need to be enacted at a later date. Remember; It is your responsibility to
prevent discharge. If one contractor is not available, you should continue to contact others until
you receive an immediate response.
(3) Contact the Division Of Environmental Management to report the spill. The regional
number is 1-704663-1699. If after hours or no answer,call D.E. M. in Raleigh at
1-919-733-3358. Give the name of the facility, the location, and the D.E.M. registration number.
The registration number for this farm is 02
--�3
(4) Contact the Technical Specialist who approved the lagoon for assistance in the repair of the
facility. Your Technical Specialist is e!!F- . His/her phone
number is 7r4 — ,Z$ 3 - 21(�3 _. If they are not available ask to be assigned someone
with lagoon authority for immediate assistance.
(a) If the breach of the dam or a sudden additional breach could cause danger downstream(i.e.-
roads, houses, playgrounds, etc) call 911 or your local Sheriff's Department
3 - o 3 - .S
(E) After spill has been eliminated or controlled asses extent of spill and damage to dam
(7) Contact as many downstream neighbors as possible to inform them of spill and pollutants to
stream.
(8) Maintain this plan on site at all times with all phone numbers filled in. Update phone numbers
annually to ensure accuracy.
THIS NOTICE IS TO BE POSTED ON SITE AND
EASILY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIMES.

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We hereby pee t furnish the materials and perform the labor necessary for the completion of —�
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All matariaj is guaranteed to be as specified, and the above work to be performed in accordance with the drawings and
specifications submitted for above work and completed in a substantial workmanlike manner for the sum of
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with payments cc be made as fellows:
Any altar3tion or deviation from above scecifications involving extra
casts, will be execsted only upon written orders, and will becoma an
extra charge over and above the estimate. All agreements contingent
uoen strikes, accidents or delays beyond our control. Owner to carry
fire, tornado and other necessary insurance upon above work. Work-
men's Comcersat4n and public Liability Insurance on above work to be
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WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Ronald Cox Farm
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specification and the operation and maintenance
procedures established in the approved animal waste management plan for the farm named above. I
(we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste treatment and storage
system or construction of new facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the Division
of Environment Management (DE -NI) before the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that
there must be no discharge of animal waste from this system to surface wastefs of the state from a
storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at
the farm office and at the office of the Iocal Soil and Water Conservation District and will be available
for review by DEtiI upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Ronald Cox _
(Please print)
Signature: Date: Y,�_
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Name of Manager (If different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print) Wayne S. i\,Ioser,
Affiliation:
Address (Agency):
Union SWCD
604 Lancaster Ave.
Monroe, NC. 28112
Signature: Date: - ��

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Draft - R_-%iscd January 20, 1999
.a JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number' T) - Operation is. flagged for a wettable
Farm: Name: acre determination due to failure of
On -Site Representative:Part 11 eligibility item(s) Ft F2 F3 F4
inspector/Reviewer's Name: "" , ,Sad -zOperation not required to secure WA
Date of site visit:_ �i/Z
Date of most recent WUP:
determination at this time based on
exemption E9 E2 E3 E4
Annual farm PAN deficit: 372- pounds
Irrigation System(s) - circle 1: 1.:hard-hose traveler, 2. center:pivot system; 3. linear -move system;
4. stationary sprinkler system wlpermanent pipe;•5. stationary sprinkler system wlportable pipe;
6. stationary gun system wlpermanentpipe; 7. stationary gun system wlportable pipe
PART I. WA Determination Exemptions {Eligibility failure, Part II, overrides Part I exemption.)
E1 Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an I or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and DZID3 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.
Z-E4 75% rule exemption as verified in Part Ili. (NOTE: 75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part II. Complete eligibility
checklist, Part 11 - F1 F2 F3, before completing computational table in Part ill).
PART ll. 75% Rule Eligibility Checklist and Documentation of WA Determination
Requirements: WA Determination required because operation fails one of the eligibility
requirements Iisted 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 infer ionhW.
F3 Obvious field limitations (numerous ditches; failure to deduct required
buferfsetback acreage; or 25% of total acreage identified in CAWMP includes
small, irregularly shaped fields - fields less than 5 acres for travelers or less than
2 acres for stationary sprinklers).
F4 WA determination required because CAWMP credits field(s)'s acreage in excess
of 75% of the respective field's total acreage as noted in table in Part 111.

Draft - Rcvised January 20, Igoc
Facility Number -
Part IIl. Field by Field Determination of 75% Exemption Rule for WA. Determination
TRACT
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- hvdrant_ null. zone_ or mint numbers may be used in place of field numbers dpnendin❑ nn C'AWMP
and type of irrigation system. If pulls, etc. cross more than one field, inspector/reviewer will have to combine fields to
calculate 75% field by field determination for exemption if possible; otherwise operation will be subject to WA
determination.
FIELD NUMBER' - must be clearly delineated on map.
COMMENTS'- back-up fields with CAWMP acreage exceeding 75% of its total acres and having received less than 50%
of its annual PAN as documented in the farm's previous two years' (1997 & 1996) of irrigation records, cannot serve as the
sole basis for requiring a WA Determination. Back-up fields must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
by irrigation system.

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
September 6, 2000
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT RE UESTED
Ronald ox
Ronald B. Cox Farm
4009 Stack Road
Monroe NC 28112
Farm Number: 90 - 43
Dear Ronald B. Cox:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RE50URCE5
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& NATLItAL REL;�OURcm
SEP 7 2000
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You are hereby notified that Ronald B. Cox Farm, in accordance with G.S. I43-215.1 OC, 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 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
1617Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please call Stephanie Milani at [phone] extension 544 or
Alan Johnson with the Mooresville Regional Office at [phone].
Sincerel
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for err evens
cc: Permit File (w/o encl.)
Mooresville Regional Office (w/o encl.)
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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0 Governor
� C William G. Ross, Jr.,Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, Director
Division of Water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
September 19, 2002
Ron Cox
4009 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Ron Cox Farm, Site Inspection
Certificate of Coverage: AWS900043
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Cox:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on September 17,
2002. Based on his observations, the facility appeared to be well maintained and operated. Enclosed
please find a copy of the inspection report, which should be self-explanatory.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson
or me at [phone].
cc: ' File
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Customer Service
[phone]
1 800 623-7748
[phone]
Sincerely,
Rex Gleason, P.E.
Quality Regional Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office, 919 North Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115 PHONE
FAX

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(Type of Visit Q Compliance Inspection p Operation Review p Lagoon Evaluation
Reason for Visit O Routine O Complaint Q Follow up Q Emergency Notification Q Other ❑ Denied Access
Facility Number 90 43 Date of Visit: 9/17/2002 Time:
O Not O rerational Q Below 'Threshold
® Permitted ® Certified [3 Conditionally Certified Registered Date Last Operated or Above Threshold: ... _.........
Farm Name: RQaald.flXox.FArm............. County:)rr;jDjV.uL..................................... �........
Owner Name: Bsulaltl.&�------------._ lvflx-- --------------------------- Phone No: 794_Z6g:9738.--- - -----------------------
MailingAddress:.4Aa9.5Stacli;.RQ&d................................................ MQmxae...NC............................... 11 .............. ............................... .........................
Facility Contact: ................................................ .....Title: Phone No:
Onsite Representative: RQjN rQ�[--------------------------_______________
Certified Operator:RQuald.B.............................. r—Qx ..................................................... Operator Certification Number: 1051.............................
Location of Farm: _
Three hundred (300) yards north of the intersection of Stack Rd. (SR 2115) and Dudley Rd. (SR21l8), on Stack Rd. White
vooden fence around house.
® Swine ❑Poultry ❑Cattle ❑Horse Latitude 34 • 50 49 Longitude 80 • 28 49
Design Current
Design Current
Design Current
Swine Capacity Population
Poultry
Capacity Population Cattle
Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ Layer
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1
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❑ Feeder to Finish
JE1 Non -Layer
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JE1 Non -Dairy
❑ Farrow to Wean
® Farrow to Feeder
250
230
❑Other
❑ Farrow to Finish
Total Design Capacity
250
❑ Gilts
Total SSLW
130,500
❑ Boars
Number of Lagoons I._ 1 ❑ Subsurface Drains Present JJEI Lagoon Area 10 Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds 1 Solid Traps 10 No liquid Waste Management System
Discharues & Stream Immicts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes ® No
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed. was the conveyance tnan-made? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b. If discharge is observed. did it reach Water of the State'? (If yes, notify DWQ) El Yes ❑ No
c. [i'discharge'is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes ® No
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes ® No
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Spillway ❑ Yes ® No
Structure l Structure ? Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier: ........................... ........................... .......................... .......................................... ......................•....
Freeboard (inches): 45

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Facility Number: 90-43 Date of Inspection 911712002
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S. 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 maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings?
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Excessive Ponding [_-]PAN []Hydraulic Overload
12. Crop type Coastal Bermuda (Flay) Small Grain Overseed
%-Unesnura
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes N 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?
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
Required Records & Documents
17. Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit or other 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 actively certified operator in 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?
25. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes ® No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
❑ Yes N No
0 No violations or deficiencies were noted during this visit. You will receive no further correspondence about this visit.
Gmmenrferoq�i • E�zplai a�nyYESnraa,oraany t�o a da ooth comme
U e tlra gs of facility �o be exglaLtuatio ddi 64I,pages-Re
,, s. ❑ Field Copy ❑ Final Notes
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FACILITY AND RECORDS APPEARED TO BE IN GOOD SHAPE.
BECAUSE THE LAGOONS WERE CLEANED OUT IN APRIL 200I, IT WASN'T NECESSARY TO REMOVE OR APPLY
WASTE TO CROPS TILL AUGUST 2002.
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eviewer/Inspector Name
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viewer/Inspector Signature: Date:

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Facility Number: 90-43 Date of Inspection 9/17/2002
Odor Issues
26. Does the discharge pipe from the confinement building to the storage pond or lagoon fail to discharge at/or below [] Yes ®No
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
27. Are there any dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours? ❑ Yes ® No
28. Is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt, ❑ Yes ❑ No
roads, building structure, and/or public property)
29. Is the land application spray system intake not located near the liquid surface of the lagoon? ❑ Yes ❑ No
30. Were any major maintenance problems with the ventilation fan(s) noted? (i.e. broken fan belts, missing or
or broken fan blade(s), inoperable shutters, etc.) ❑ Yes ® No
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes ® No
32. Do the flush tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes ❑ No
J

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
games B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
"than B. Howes, Secretary
Ronald Cox
4009 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Dear Mr. Cox:
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DMSION OF WATER QUALITY
July 18, 1997
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
Ronald Cox Farm, Facility #: 90-43
Union County, NC
A site inspection of your swine facility was conducted on July 15, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of
this Office. In general the facility was in good shape. However, the lagoon needs to be seeded to grass as
soon as possible. Also, a form has been enclosed to assist you in the maintainence of your waste
application records.
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
[phone],
Sincerely,
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, N%;CAn
FAX [phone]
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115 Equal Opportunity/AffivDative Action Employer
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Routineom faint O Follow-u o(DWQ inspection O Follow-up of [)SWC review O Other
Date of Inspection
[`�Flapllity 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 mio)) Spent on Review S—
Certified ❑ Permitted or Inspection includes travel and rocessin
❑ Not Operational Date Last Operated: ...... . .... . ........ ....-............. ......... .......... ......... ......... .............-.... ......... ........ ...................
Farm Name: .» l�t�t�.c �.��.......t..... ............5., rw�,............ ......._...... County:......�t.11,:.�:a}........................................................
Land Owner Name:.... f�ti sws.La� c� ... .�`............................ I.... ..... _......... ...... .. Phone No:._ 7.(.(-.!........`..!.>?. a.................................
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Certified Operator: ....1�„,ln?���C�.�. �............................................................... Operator Certification Nutuber:.A.L. .rl........... ....
Location of Farm:
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Latitude 0 4 66 Longitude • 4 t.
Type of Operation and Design Capacity" r Desi n Current Desi n x ,:Current
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1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑Yes J�I.No
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑Yes k�No
Discharge originated at: [I Lagoon ❑ Spray field [I Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? [I 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) El Yes ❑ No
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? El Yes L;LNo
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑Yes E[No
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require _ [] Yes ,$[No
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement? Continued on back

Facility Number:......„........ ...... ....... -
j 6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes tR No
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
Structures { g=ons and(u1oldiBgP4nds)
9: Is storage4mpacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Freeboard (ft): Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3
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 (f No
❑ Yes (3kNo
❑ Yes �kNo
Structure 5 Structure 6
❑ Yes �93,No
❑ Yes $(No
❑ Yes ANo
❑ Yes P, No
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14. Is there physical evidence of over application? ❑ Yes No
(If in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop a ........... /C.- 9►[t:f.:z........ ' l...l......... r!:e -A 3 �-
16. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)? ❑ Yes ONo
17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application? ❑ Yes '9,3 No
18. Does the receiving crop need improvement? ❑ Yes RNo
19,
Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
J4 No
20.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
FLNo
21.
Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
[5 No
Fo[
22.
Certified Facilities Only
Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
❑ Yes
EjNo
23.
Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
RNo
24.
Does record keeping need improvement?
❑ Yes
RNo
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).
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature:
Date: Z/,5' :j *]
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cc. Division of Water Qualir); Water Qualit}, SectiiW(Facilitj, Assessment Unit 4/30/97

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Michael F. Easl
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O QG Governor
co William G. Ross, Jr -Secretary
j] r Norm Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Gregory J. Tnorpe, Ph.D.. Acting Director
Division of water Quality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
January 22, 2002
Ronald B. Cox
4009 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Operation Review/Compliance
R. B. Cox Farm, Facility #: 90-43
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Cox:
The year 2002 is the beginning of the fifth year of the animal operation inspection program. Given this,
there should be no misunderstanding as to what is required. However, as a reminder, the following information is a
partial list of what is required:
• A copy of the Permit, Certified Farm Plan, and Certification form(s) must be available for review.
The certified farm plan must be followed (application rates, fields used for waste
application, and crops grown to receive waste must be adhered to). You are in violation if you do
not comply with any aspect of your farm plan or permit.
• Annual soil analysis (properly documented) is required. The soils lab states that the preferred time (for
efficiency) to process samples for analysis is between May and September.
• Waste analyses must be conducted within 60 days of the waste application date. If the results are
irregular, this should give adequate time to collect/analyze a new sample.
• Waste application records. The records should be complete and legible. Errors should not be erased, but
marked through and the correct information written on the following line. Remember, although the
information may be clear to you or the operator, the information must be understandable to the person(s)
performing the review.
• Weekly freeboard records must be maintained. The "pump marker" must be clearly marked and visible at
all times. There should be no question as to what is the pump marker during an inspcetion.
• A certified operator must be designated. By completing a form and mailing to DWQ.
• The facility must be maintained and operated according to the operation and maintenance information
enclosed in the farm plan. This includes maintaining the area (mowing) around buildings and the
lagoon/storage pond embankments.
The list above comprises the majority, but certainly not all, of the requirements that must be followed. If
permitted, the conditions of your permit should be review by you and your operator. Failure to have the necessary
information available for inspection or to comply with the conditions of your permit could result in a Notice of
Violation or further enforcement actions. If there is any uncertainty on your part regarding compliance with the
permit, please feel free to contact Rocky Durham with the Division of Soil and Water or me at [phone].
N-D
Customer Service
,, 600 623-7748
Sincerely,
Alan D. Johnson
Environment._ pecialist II
Mooresville Regional Office, 919 Borth Main Street, Mooresville, NC 26,15 PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]

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
RONALD B. COX
RONALD B. COX FARM
4009 STACK ROAD
MONROE NC 28112
Dear Mr. Cox:
Aim 11WR
F4CDENR
NORTH CAROLINA URNpER}TRONlili<=NT
Director ENVIRONMENT AND NArAl"N 1'>JRA, L{�-'- ROES
MOORESVILLE RE: t 'ONAL OFFIC123
October 23, 2001�
OCT 2 5 2001
Subject: Application No. AWS900043+
Additional Information Request
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Animal Waste Operation
Union County
Thank you for your past responses to additional information letters from Ms. Stephanie Milam.
Unfortunately, Ms. Milam, has left our unit and the responsibility of completing your permit package
has been delegated to me.
I have reviewed your package and only two items are needed to finally complete your permit package.
Please provide the following items by November 22, 2001 and if you have ANY questions, call me
so we can clear it up and get this permit to you:
Please correct the enclosed page 1 of the ANIMAL WASTE MANTAGEMENT PLAN
CERTIFICATION form. Your "Total Capacity" of your two storage ponds is listed as
45,000 cubic feet. Cross this out, and write in the verification values provided by Wayne
S. Moser of: Pond #1= 29,040 cubic feet, and Pond #2= 46,200. TOTAL 75,240 cubic
feet. Please have yourself and your technician, initial and date the correction.
2. Please indicate in a narrative (attach this to your Waste Utilization Plan, dated 10-19-00)
the available storage time of less than 180 days. We are unable to reconcile our
calculations of swine manure production to Mr. Wayne Moser's handwritten notes stating
that "the operation has in excess of 180 days storage capacity for waste storage ponds"
Our calculations show that your facility has less than 180 days storage. According to our
calculations, you would need 88,361 cubic feet of storage to accommodate 180 days of
manure collection. Your stated volume of 75,240 cubic feet does meet this value. I have
attached Ms. Milam's calculations (verified by me). Please have yourself and your
technician, initial and date the correction.
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Application No. 90-0043
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Page 2
Please note that all WUP revisions must be signed and dated by both the owner and the technical
specialist. Please reference the subject permit application number when providing the requested
information. All information should be signed, sealed, and submitted in duplicate to my attention at the
address, below:
NCDENR-Non Discharge Permitting Unit (attn: Theresa Nartea)
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
The information requested by this letter, must be submitted on or before November 22, 2001 or the
Division will return your application as incomplete in accordance with 15A N.C.A.C. 2H .0200 and your
facility will be considered to be operating without a permit.
Please be advised that operation of the subject animal waste management system without a valid permit
is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and will subject you to the enforcement
authority of the Environmental Management Commission.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at [phone], extension 375.
Sincerely,
eresa Nartea
Soil Scientist
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
cc:_-Mooresville.Regional" Office;: Watef:Quality___1
Union SWCD-Wayne S. Moser, 604 Lancaster Avenue, Monroe, NC 28112
Permit File

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`O�0 RpG Michael .Easley
Govemor
fq William G. Ross, Jr.,Secretary
> North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
f] 'C Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Duality
WATER QUALITY SECTION
March 2, 2001
Ron Cox
4009 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Notice of Violation
Inadequate Records
Ron Cox Farm, Facility #: 90-43
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Cox:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on February 27, 2001.
This letter is being issued as a Notice of Violation for failing to conduct timely waste analyses for the
waste applications made from April 21 to July 8, 2000. Failure to provide complete records during an
inspection is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215-.10C and North Carolina
Administrative Code 15A 2H .0217 (d).
It is requested that a written response be submitted to this Office by March 15, 2001 indicating
the actions taken to correct the noted violation. Please address your response to the attention of Mr.
Johnson. It is requested that your response reference the date and subject of this NOV as well as the
facility number.
By copy of this letter to the Division of Soil and Water Conservation and your local District Soil
and Water Conservation, DWQ is referring this facility for technical assistance, if appropriate. If you
have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at (704)
663-1699.
cc: Union County SWCD
Compliance/Enforcement Unit
SWC Regional Coordinator
File
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Customer Service
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�Sincerely, {�r� �QQ �l 1 . ��'YYi� Y
Rex Gleason, P.E.
Quality Regional .Supervisor
Mooresville Regional Office, 919 North Main Street, Mooresville, NC 28115 PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]

Type of Visit ompliance inspection O Operation Review O Lagoon Evaluation
Reason for Visit A Routine O Complaint O Follow up O Emergency Notification O Other ❑ Denied Access
Facility Number Date or Visit: .2 Z Time: d
O Not O erational 0 Below Threshold
Permitted [`Certified ❑ Conditionally Certified ❑ Registered Date Last Operated or Above Threshold:.........
Farm Name: &"k.cd.al..... ..tea... County' .................................
Owner Name: ............... .. a . ..... ..........Clk. Phone No:....................................................
FacilityContact:................................................................................Title:............................................................... Phone No:............................ ....................
Mailing Address:.........."d`..............C�....................... i. o.i �.1�............................................1.�.......
Onsite Representative: ......... e-.Q.K,......... Q............................................................. Integrator:.................
Certified Operator: R.D_✓_L............... ....5..$?., Operator Certification Number:...,(.
Location of Farm:
[Swine ❑ Poultry ❑ Cattle ❑ Horse Latitude Longitude �• ��•
Design Current
Swine Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ Feeder to Finish
❑ Farrow to Wean
® Farrow to Feeder
�U
Z
❑ Farrow to Finish
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars
Design Current Design Current
Poultry Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Layer ❑ Dairy
❑ Non -Layer I Non -Dairy
❑ Other
Total Design Capacity
Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons ❑ Subsurface Drains Present ❑ Lagoon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps ❑ No Liquid Waste ;Management System
Discharges & Stream Impacts
I. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes 0: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 Wetter of the State? (11 yes, notify DWQ) [--]Yes ❑ No
c. If dischar�Ic is observed. what is the estimated flow in galhnin?
d. Docs dischw-ge bypass a lagoon system? (If yeti, 1100 �' DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
❑ Yes CFNo
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes [2rN0
01/01/01 Continued

Facility Number: — Date of Inspection-a+'��'
Waste C611ection'&Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ElSpillway - - ❑ Yes gNo
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
identifier: v.. — -.. ..... _._.. ._ .. ...._.
Freeboard (inches): ........j Q. _ . _.......».... .. .._ .... .W.. ...... ._...� .. _ ... » .... .r .....
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees, severe erosion, ❑ Yes [3No
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan? ❑ Yes U�No
(If any of questions 4-6 was answered yes, and the situation poses an
immediate public health or environmental threat, notify DWQ)
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes ERNo
8. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes [&No
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings? •❑ Yes (8 No
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes .9 No
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN ❑ Hydraulic Overload ❑ Yes RjNo
12. Crop type Nt_ - VVI LA. r Cti.
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes N.No
14. a) Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application? ❑ Yes allo
b) Does the facility need a wettable acre determination? ❑ Yes ❑ No
c) This facility is pended for a wettable acre determination'? ❑ Yes ❑ No
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
❑ Yes
($No
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
&N6
frock outcrops present?
❑ Yes
❑ No
X.-Is there a water supply well within 250 feet of the sprayfield boundary? ❑ Unknown
❑ Yes
❑ No
❑ On -site ❑ Off -site
Required Records & Documents
19.- Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit or other Permit readily available?
Yes
❑ No
20. Does the facility fail to have all components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
(ie/ WUP, checklists, design, maps, etc.)
❑ Yes.
J-No
21.. Does record -keeping need improvement? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
❑ Yes
E�No
22. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes
No
23. Did the facility fail to have a actively certified operator in charge?
❑ Yes
No
24. Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit?
(ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
❑ Yes
No
25. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss reviewfinspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
[2�No
26. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
[ANo
27. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
8�No
Odor Issues
28. Does the discharge pipe from the confinement building to the storage pond or lagoon fail to discharge at/or below
❑ Yes
5�No
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
29. Are there anv dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours?
❑Yes
(,No
01/01/01
Continued

T�pcility umber: v Date of inspection w Printed on: 1/412001. •. .
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30. 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)
31. Is the land application spray system intake not located near the liquid surface of the lagoon? ❑ Yes [81No
32- 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 [3cNo
33- Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes ENo
34. Do the flush tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes ❑ No
0 No violations or deficiencies were noted during this visit. You will receive no further correspondence about this visit_
s as necessary) gip" ❑ Field Copy ❑ Final Notes
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Reviewer/Inspector Name tt .
Reviewerllaspector Signature: _ Date: Z%Z 7/0/
01/01/01

Facility Number — Lagoon Number_- _ Lagoon Identifier. "
O'Active O Inactive Latitude❑ 0 Longitude
By GPS or Map? ❑ GPS ❑ Map GPS fife number:
35. Surface Area (acres):
36. Embankment Height (feet):
37. Distance to Stream:
Water supply well within 250 ft of theta oon?
38. at PP Y � 9
❑ On -site ❑ Off -site
39. Distance to WS or HOW (miles):
40. Overtopping from Outside Waters?
41. Constructed before 1993 NRCS Standards?
42. No verification of adherence to 1993 or sub
MRCS Standards?
43. Was groundwater encountered during'construction?
44. Depth to Groundwater:
45. Spillway?
46. Adequate Marker?
47. immediate threat to the integrity of the structure?
48. Freeboard & Storm Storage Requirement (inches):
O less than 3o0 ft O 300 ft - 1000 ft Q greater than 1000 f;
O Yes:`
O No
0<5
08-10
0>10
O Yes
O No
O Unknown
O Yes
O No
O Unknown
O Yes
O No
O Unknown
O Yes
O No
O Unknown
O Unknown
\Yes No
No
Yes No

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Ronald B. Cox
4009 Stack Road
Monroe, N. C. 28112
Alan Johnson
NCDENR
Mooresville Regional Office
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, N. C. 28115
SUBJECT: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Inadequate Records -
Facility # 9o-43
Dear Mr. Johnson:
February 27, 2001
NC DEP.
OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
I�lOORESVILLF PEGIONAL OFFICE
MAR 0 6 2001
WATER C+ei 4 nd '.i;
Regarding the inspection made of my farm on February 27,
2001, I went back through my records and found my Animal Waste
Management Plan Certification.
I also searched my records for Waste Analysis from April
21 to July 8, 2000 and did not find it. I just let it slip
my mind to take another sample.
I will have my Certificate and Waste Analysis in my records
for your next inspection. I am sorry for any inconvenience
this has caused you.
Sincerely,
Ronald B. Cox

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- NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
P INCDENR DivisION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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.,;JAMES.,B-HUNT JR. WATER QUALITY SECTION
'GOVERNOR
May 18, 2000
IBILL'HOLMAN ,
,;SECRETARY
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Ronald Cox
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4009 Stack Rd.
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Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Animal Operation Site Inspection
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Ronald Cox Farm, Facility #: 90-43
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Cox:
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Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on
May 16, 2000. Enclosed please find the inspection report, which should be self-
explanatory. In general the facility and files appeared to be in good condition.
The farm plan states that approximately 965,000 gallons of animal waste should
be generated annually. Your records indicated that 319,000 and 163,000 gallons of
waste were land applied in 1998 and 1999, respectively. Because the book value
used to develop your farm plan is an "average value", it is important that accurate
y� records of your waste applications be maintained so that a true value can be obtained.
•` If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to
([` = contact Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
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Sincerely,
L'1t:.rY �• 1 L Lhn !'�•-Sri--•C:.�-\
.• �:,�:..�.�.- �.r.�: �:� � 1 D. Rex Gleason, P.E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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Faciiit� Number
Date of ln.sncction
Tinic of inspcclinu ' ,ter) 24 hr. (hh:mm)
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ri atitude r �' I' �T I Longitude �• J
Design Current
Swine Caoacity Ponulation
JEJ %Vean to Feeder
❑ seeder. to Finish
❑ Farrow to Wean
i-arrow to Feeder
❑ Farrow to Finish
❑ Giits
j
❑ Boars
Design Current Design Current
Poultry Capeclt)' Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Laver ❑ Dairy
❑ Non -Laver ❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Other
Total Design Capacity
Total SSLW
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Number of Lagoons �_ ❑ Subsurface Drains Present ❑ Lagoon Area ❑-Sproy Field e
f Holding Ponds /Solid Traps ❑ —No Liquid «rite Nlanagernent 5}stem
Uischar,es & Stream Impacts
1.. is any discharge observed from an.- part of the operation' Yes VNo
Discharrfc ori;_in:i;• :i :it: ►J Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other `
a. if ais�-are*e is observed. was the comvevanc.; man-made•.' ❑Yes ❑ No
h. If cii.:`,.tr c is observed. did it retch W.ttcr oi' the Szalu? (II -ye,. n()tify D\VQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
c. h' Jis.;,ar,e is observed. what is the estimated flow in ,al/rnin"
d Do-.-, hypass a lagoon sv.5tent:' (I1['Vc1,. ncnify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
Is there evidcr,cc of past dischar;-_ from anv part of the operation'. ❑ Yes OZ No
Vert-, there any adverse impact: or rxxential adverse impacts to the \Vaters of the State other than from a discharge" ❑ Yes © No
«Vante Collection & Treatment \
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard iglu: storm storage) less than adequate" IDSpil)way ❑ Yes No
Slrm:tuxe, : Stru�nurc 2 Structure: Structur:. 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
C C 2"m Crn
Freeboard(inched: ........................... .........s.,.-............................................................................................................................................................
.....
S. Are there anv immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed'' fie/ trees. severe erosion, (] Yes No
seepaE,:. etc.)
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Facilnv Number: ]late ul' 1nspUc6011
6. Arc 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?
S. Does any part of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
9. Do any sfuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings?
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement?
11. Is there evidence of over application'? ❑ Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN
12. Crop type
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designate in the Certified Animal Waste 'Management Plan (CAWMP)?
14, a) Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application?
b) Does the facility need a wettable acre determination?
c) This facility is pended for a wettable acre determination?
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
Required Records & Doeitments
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? Oe/ 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 actively certified operator in charge?
22. Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit'?
Oe/ 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?
25. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
N6 •violatioris'ot. de#idienttes •wLere hated• ditrirtg this visit' • Y'oi� Will•re ,i&Le h6 further: - - • ;
• Co re46iide' ' e: ah' k this visit_ . • . ' .
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❑ Yes JIQ No
❑ Yes 4 No
❑ Yes JKNo
❑ Yes 12No
❑ Yes ;�FNo
❑ Yes B No
❑'Yes [& Nd
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ® No
❑ Yes ,j No
❑ Yes A� No
❑ Yes 9 No
❑ Yes ,5 No
❑ Yes CK No
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26. Does the discharge pipe from the confinement building to the storage pond or lagoon fail to discharge at/or below ❑ Yes
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
27. Are there any dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours? ❑ Yes �Jo
28. Is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt. ❑ Yes hNo
roads, building structure, and/or public property)
29, Is the land application spray system intake not located near the liquid surface of the lagoon? ❑ Ycs [ Iu
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 o
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes fir] No
32. Do the flush tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes 1-14No
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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
Ronald B. Cox
Ronald B. Cox Farm
4009 Stack Road
Monroe NC 28112
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Subject: Fertilizer Application Recordkeeping
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 90-43
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 Iand receiving animal waste are required io
be kept on the appropriate recordkeeping forms (i.e. IRR1, IRR2, DRY1, DRY2, DRYS, SLUR1, SLUR2,
SLD1, and SLD2) and maintained in the facility records for review. The Division of Water Quality (DWQ)
compliance inspectors and Division of Soil and Water operation reviewers will review all recordkeeping during
routine inspections. Facilities not documenting all sources of nitrogen application will be subject to an
appropriate enforcement action.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Ms. Sonya Avant of the
DWQ staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincerel
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Division of Water Quality
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Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
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Longitude �• �'°'
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 JE1 Non -Dairy
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❑ Boars Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons ❑ Subsurface Drains Present ❑ Lagoon Area 10 Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds I Solid Traps JEI No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges & Stream Im�, [lac
I. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation (Ifyes, notify DWQ)?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance Ulan -made?
h. li'discharge is observed. did it reach: ❑ Surface Waters ❑ Waters of the State
c. If discharge is ohscrved. what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
cl. 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 from a discharge'?
ste Collection & Treatment
Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4
Identifier:
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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/iniproverrtent?
8. Does any pail of the waste management system other than waste structures require maintenance/improveincnt?
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required top of dike, maximum and minimum
liquid level elevation markings?
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement'?
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❑ Yes �lo
❑ Yes 9 No
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11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Ponding ❑ Nitrogen ❑ Yes %4 No
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12. Crop type / 6
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes �No
14. Does the facility lack wettable acreage for land application? (lbotprint)
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?
(ic/ 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?
(ict discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
23. Did Rev iewerAnspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
24. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
0: NA:violations or. def ciencles .were noaed dtt:ring .this;visit:: Y•ou trill .retceive na further
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Date:1/6/99

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James 8, Hunt, Jr., Governor
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
September 15, 1997
Ronald B. Cox
4009 Stack Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Certification/Notice of Violations
R. B. Cox Farm, Facility ##: 90-43
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Cox:
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 Iagoons/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,
A'expGTe'vffs `��
Water Quali egional Supervisor

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B, Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
November 13, 1996
Ronald B. Cox
RONALD B. COX
4009 Stack Road
Monroe NC 28112
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: RONALD B. COX
Facility ID#: 90-43
Union County
Dear Mr. Cox:
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NOV 19 1996
DIVISION OF ENVtSON#£Neil rUNi, MENT
IIDRI ViI.Ef RfS;ONhI 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., P.E., erector
Division of Water Quality
Enclosure
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Water Quality Files
P.O. Box 27687,
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 ra An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
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0 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
4 -c Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
Division of Water Quality
April 18, 2002
Ronald B. Cox
Ronald B. Cox Farm
4009 Stack Road
Monroe NC 28112
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No, AWS900043
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Union County
Dear Ronald Cox:
In accordance with your application received on October 23, 2000, we are forwarding this Certificate of
Coverage (COC) issued to Ronald B. Cox, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste
collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with General Permit
AWG100000. This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to,
the management of animal waste from the Ronald B. Cox Farm, located in Union County, with an
animal capacity of no greater than 250 Farrow to Feeder and the application to land as specified in the
Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP).
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until April 30, 2003. Pursuant to this COC, you
are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and'limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CAWMP, and this COC, with no discharge of wastes to
surface waters. An adequate system for collecting and maintaining the required monitoring data and
operational information must be established for this farm. Any increase in waste production greater than
the certified design capacity or increase in number of stocked animals above the number authorized by
this COC will require a modification to the CAWMP and this COC and shall be completed prior to
actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CAWMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
Please pay careful attention to the record keeping and monitoring conditions in this permit. Since your
combined Waste Utilization Plan was developed based on waste -analysis, careful evaluation of future
samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is inaccurate, you
will need to have new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
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Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
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Upon notification by the Division of this COC's expiration, you shall apply for its renewal. This request
" shall be made within 30 days of notification by the Division.
This COC is not automatically transferable. -A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the DWQ prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual non -discharge permit by contacting the engineer listed below for information on
this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
The subject farm is located in the Mooresville Regional Office. The Regional Office Water Quality Staff
may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning this COC or the
General Permit, please contact Michelle Barnett [phone] ext. 544.
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Union County Health Department
Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Water Quality Central Files
NDPU Files
Sincerely,
gory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
NC DEP I.
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2 6 2002
ATER QUALIm SEA

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment and Natural RRCEIVF
Division of Water Quality
Non-Discharze Permit Application Form nn��►►
(THIS FORLI ;4 4 Y BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIC91) 23 2000
General Permit - Existing Animal Waste,,r© �e, ipyr}s
.L.CTION
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The following questions have been completed utilizing information on file Wa% fh+�: �ie Divsion. Please
review the information for completeness and make any corrections that are appropriate. If a
question has not been completed by the Division, please complete as best as possible. Do not leave
any question unanswered.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1.1 Facility Name'. Ronald B. Cox Farm
1.3 Print Land Owner's name: Ronald B. Copt
I.3 Nlailine address: 4009 Stack Road
City, State: Monroe NC Zip: 23112
Telephone Number (include area code): 704-764-7233
1.4 County where facility is located: Union
1.5 Facility Location (Directions from nearest major highway. Please include SR numbers for state roads. Please include a
copy of a county road map with the location of the farm identified): FRom hwv 307. Approx. 9 mi. south of Monroe on
Stack Road (SR 3l 15) • 300 yard north of intersection with Dudley Rd. (SR? 1 13) white wooden fence around house.
1.6 Print Farm ,Manager's name (if different from Land Owner):
1.7 Lessee's / Integrators name (if applicable; please circle which type is listed): Cox Brother
1.8 Date Facility Originally Began Operation: I/1i19-18
1.9 Date(s) of Facility Expansion(s) (if applicable):
2. OPERATION INFOR-NIATION:
2.1 Faciii7v No.: _90_ (county number); _43 (facility number).
�.? Operation Deseripiion: Swine operation
Fa -Fr —ow to Feeder
250- Certified Design Capacity
Is the above information correct? yes: �1 no. If no, correct below using the design capacity of the faciliry
The "No. of Animals" should be the maximum numb -error which the waste management structures were designed.
Type of Swine No. of Animals Tyt e of Poultry No. of animals Type of Cattle No. of .a siJ
0 Wean to Feeder 0 Laver ; Dairy lr
o Feeder to Finish 0 Non -Laver 0 Beef
0 Farrow to Wean (- sow) 0 Turkey
0 Farrow to Feeder (- sow)
0 Farrow to Finish (.= sow)
Other Type of Livestock on the farm: No. of Animals:
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2.3 Acreage cleared and available for application (excluding all required buffers and areas not covered by the application
system): 4.9_ Required Acreage (as listed in the AWN): 3.1
2.4 Number of lagoons/forage ponds circle which is applicable):
2.5 Are subsurface drains present within 100' of any of the application fields? YES or NO (please circle one)
2.6 Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity or under the lagoon(s)? YES or NO (please circle one)
2.7 Does this facility meet all applicable siting requirements? (Swine Farm Siting Act, MRCS Standards, etc.) (Swine Only)
YES or NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facilitv's swine houses and lagoon were sited?
What was the date that this facility's land application areas were sited? s- 1,919 3
3. REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
Please indicate that you have included the following required items by signing your initials in the space provided ,-text to each
Item.
A olicants Initials
3.1 One completed and signed original and one copy of the application for General Permit - Animal
Waste Operations; 9.0
V 3 Two copies of a General location mats indicating the location of the animal waste facilities and
field locations where animal waste is land applied;
3.3 Two copies of the entire Certified Animal Waste -Management Plan (CAW -,MP). If the facility
does not have a CAVVN(P. it must be completed prior to submittal of a general permit
application for animal waste operations.
The CAW -.-MP must include the following components. Some ofrhese components may not
have been required at the time the facility was certified but shouhi be added to the
CA W.MP for permitting purposes:
I The Waste Utilization Plan (,A, -UP) must include the amount of Plant Available
crogen (PAN) produced and utilized by the facility.
�.3.2 The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.a. irrigation.
injection. etc.)
1�3 3 A map of every field used for land application.
✓� 1 The soil series present on every land application field.
The crops grown on every land application field.
6 The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the 14 -P.
✓'� ' 7 The PAN applied to every land application field.
3 The waste application windows for every crop utilized in the WtiP.
9 The required MRCS Standard specifications.
'T 10 A site schematic.
.3.I i Emer_ency Action Plan.
`�s.3.12 Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
V-13.3.13 Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
3.3.14 Mortality Control Checklist with the selected method noted.
L-*j'".:.15 Lagoonlstoraze pond capaciry documentation (design. calcu ati ns. etc.). Please be
sure to include any site evaluations. wetland determinations. or hazard classifications
that may be applicable to vour facility.
.3.16 Operation and ivlaintenance Plan.
If your CAWtiMP includes any components not shown on this list. please include the
additional components with your submittal.
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Facility Number: 90 - 43
Facility Name: Ronald B. Cox Farm
4. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
(Land Owners name listed in question 1.2), attest that
this application for t _—�t,G__�.Gk,Ir� (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
has been reviewed by and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supportin.- information and attachments are not included, this application
package will be -returned to me as incomplete.
Signature _ O • Date _ / 2'3 „ % � O
5. MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land O%vner)
(Managers name listed in question I.6), attest that this
application. for (Facility name listed in question 1.I)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application
package will be returned as incomplete.
Signature
Date
THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORNIATION AND MATERIALS,
SHOULD BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON -DISCHARGE PEXMITTING UNIT
1617 MAIL SERVICE CENTER
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27699-1617
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FAX NUMBER: [phone]
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FORM: AWO-G-E SJZS198
Pace 4 of 4

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Producer: Ronald Cox
Location: 4009 Stack Rd. Monroe, NC. 28112
Telephone: [phone]
Type Operation: Swine
Number of Animals : 250 Farrow to Feeder
(Design Capacity)
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent pollution of
surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be used to reduce the
amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where the waste is to be applied.
This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before
each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be
balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize the
fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe manner. Always
apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient content of the waste. Do
not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Soil types are important as they have different
infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and available water holding
capacities.. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per
year. With special precautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per acre per
year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either
of these conditions may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under DEM
regulations_ Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems.
To maximize the value of nutrients for crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the
waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare ground not more than 30 days prior to
planting. Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for this type
of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from your waste
management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling techniques, preparation,
and transfer of waste samples to the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.

1
Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft3, tons,etc.)
250 animal units X = .14 ac.in.waste/animallvr = 35 ac.in. waste/yr.
35 ac.in./yr. X 27,154 gals./ac.in = 950,390 gals. Waste/yr.
(N.C. Tech Guide Std. 633-52)
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
950,390 gals./yr. X 1.5 lbs.N/1000gals. = 1, 4.2.5.6 lbs,N/Yr.
OWNER CERTIFIED LIQUID PRODUCTION VOLUMES PER YEAR
The following volumes represent actual pumped volumes for a four vear period
And _actual lagoon waste samples results
1997 Total liquid pumped 95,040 gals X highest test 4.0lbs. N11000 gals = 380 lbs. N./yr.
1998 Total liquid pumped 276,480 gals. X highest test 2.8 lbs.N./1000gals = 774.1 lbs. N./yr.
1999 Total liquid pumped 164,160 gals. X highest test 4.3 lbs.N./1000 gals. = 936 lbs. NJyr.
2000 Total liquid pumped 146,880 gals. X highest test 3.5 lbs.N./1000 gals.=514 lbs. N./yr.
This Waste Utilization Plan will be based on actual pumped volumes for Nitrogen
since it is actual four years production for Nitrogen.
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application.
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract
Field
Soil Crop
R.Y.E Lbs. N
Acres
Lbs. N
3374
la
BdB2 Bermuda/
4tons 200
1.55
310
Rye
3tons 150
1.555
233
3374
1b
GsC Bermuda
3tons 150
1.55
233
3374
1b
" Rye
3.5 tons 175
1.55
271
Year One Total 1047 lbs N. Utilized
Month(s)
May -Aug.
Sept. -Dec.
May -Aug.
Sept. -Dec.

* This N is from animal waste only. If nutrients from other sources such as commercial fertilizer are
applied, they must be accounted for. N must be based on realistic yield expectation.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirements.
Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in some eastern counties of
North Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This plan only
addresses Nitrogen.
Table 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowner must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own
adequate land [see Required Specification 2])
Tract Fids. Soil Crop R.Y.E. Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month ofAppl.
4.
TOTAL Table'!
TOTAL
POSSi<BLE TOTAL N. UTILIZED(Tables 1) 1047.0 Ibs. N
Average 4 year (Production) TOTAL N PRODUCED - 651.0. lbs. N.
Deficit 396.0 Ibs. N.

WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
OPERATIONAL NARRATIVE
This system was installed in May 1993. The original waste sample showed 00lbs. N/
per 1000 gals. This design was based on an arbitrary average of 1.25 # N/1000gals.
and 3.0 acres of disposal area. Over the last four years the waste sample has shown
up and downs in the Nitrogen amounts but has averaged 3.4 lbs. N/per 1000 gals.
However the owner has maintained pumping records that indicate less gallons
produced than book value. Total meter readings show 535,680 gallons divided by last
4 yrs. pumping records equals 133,920 gals./yr produced divided by 1000=133.92 X
average N of 3.4lbs.N/1000gals. = 455.3 1bs.N/yr. divided by 3.1 acres application
field =146.9 lbs. N application per year per acre. However if we use the highest
pumping year of 276,480 gals. X Avg. PAN of 3.4 =940.1 divided by 3.1 acres = 303.3
lbs. PAN/acre/yr. This is less Nitrogen than the crops on the application field will
utilize per year. Thus the owner will not over applying nitrogen if the volumes
produces and the nitrogen content continue as seen in the previous four years. Mr.
Cox has stated to this office since the construction of the Solid Set System that he has
never had the volume of liquid to be pumped that we stated in the original design.

REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are
subject to the assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division of
Environmental Management for every day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land on which to properly apply the waste. If
the producer does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide
MRCS with a copy of a written agreement (sample enclosed) with a landowner who is within
a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for waste application for the
life expectancy of the production facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility
to secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the Nitrogen needs for realistic
crop yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for
other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (R1rIS) or
an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no
greater than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where
runoff leaves the field. These filter strips will be in addition to 'Buffers" required by DEM.
[See FOTG Standard 393 - Filter Strips and Standard 390 (Interim) - Riparian Forest
Buffers.]
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application. Waste
should not be applied when the wind is blowing.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the
waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in the Technical Reference -
Environment file for guidance.)
(continued neat page)

7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that
runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause
drift from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control
conditions conducive to odor or flies and provide uniformity of application..
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that no more
than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf area is covered.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with
a high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to
a minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop on bare soil.
11. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to surface water. This distance may
be reduced for waters that are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips are
present. (See Standard 393 - Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those
owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public rights -of -way.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainage ways or wetlands by a
discharge or by over -spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner that causes no runoff or drift from the site.
from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
17. Lagoons and other uncovered waste containment structures must maintain a maximum
operating level to provide adequate storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in addition
to the one (1) foot mandatory freeboard.

A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation.
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon
berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage, or
discharge.
19. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
20. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, Ieaks, and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall
be managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required
to mark the maximum storage volume for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 50 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
At crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate -determined
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
Shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. PH shall be adjusted for
Optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept for
Five years. Poultry dry waste application records shall be maintained for (3) years. Waste
Application records for all waste shall be maintained for (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina regulations.

Operation and Maintenance Plan
This facility is to be maintained in a safe and healthy condition at all times, in compliance with all
local, state and federal laws.
Impoundment
A protective cover of vegetation will be established and maintained on all areas disturbed during
construction, (embankments, berms, diversions etc.). Lagoon areas must be mowed and kept
accessible to visual inspection. Keep all lagoon areas free of woody vegetation, especially the top
of dam, pool -Idges and back slope of embankments. Perform a regular inspection and repair as
necessary any erosion, rodent burrows, seepage or other threats to the integrity, of the
impoundment.
Waste Handling Equipment
znp
Perform regular inspection and repair as necessary all waste handling equipment, (pumps,
meters, pipes and electrical components etc.) to avoid leak, overflow or other spillage of
affluent. Manage to avoid excessive waste volume situations due to unexpected failure of
equipment.
Liquid level
Establish visible markers to delineate top and bottom pumping limits. Maintain maximum liquid
level six inches below emergency spillway. Monitor sludge accumulation annually and remove as
necessary to keep at least four feet of liquid capacity available. Maintain separate disposal areas
for sludge and apply at agronomic rates with no runoff. Sample sludge or use book values for N
in calculating disposal rates.
Permits
Maintain emergency action plan in a prominent location at the facility. Keep- current and available
all permits, licenses, Itc. as required by the State of North Carolina.

Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Smiree
cause
IIn9I's Ill Minimize [)d411• _ - 5itespuifie 1'1-acliccs
I Alin,lead
+ Swine production
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Vegetative or wooded buffers;
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Recommended best matlagement praclices;
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Good judgment and common sense
Animal body soifiices
+ TDirly manure -covered animals
Cl
Dry Iloors
Fluor sill filces
0 Wd manme-covered Moors
0
Slotted floors;
Cl
Walciers localed over slotted floors;
CI
Feeders at high end of solid floors;
I7
Scrape mamire buildup from floors;
CI
Underfloor ventilation for drying
Hanule collcclioll pits
• ilrhte;
Cl
Frecluenl manure removal by [Iush, pit recharge,
+ I'allial Inierollial decrntiplisition
OF scrlpc;
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Underfloor ventilation
V4:niilalicm cxhallst falls
Volatile gases;
rI
Fan Illail►tenance;
Dust
n
lillicicnt ,it movement
brlllror sill faccs
0Dust
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WilSll(1nldn I)CI%VCCit groups of anilnafs;
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Feed addilives;
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Feeder covers;
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Feed delivery dowrlsllr1111 extenders ter! I•CCdcr
covers
Flush hill's
+ Agiiation of recycled lagoon
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Flush tallk covers;
liquid %Yllile 141IL-S ale filling
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I;slend fill lines to near hollom of laliks with
ailli-siphon velils
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coavcyaoce
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Cause
JIMI's lit Minimize Oflor — — _ - Site Specific I'ractices
_Source
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Agilalion dosing wastewater
❑
Exlend discharge point of pipes undt nlccllh
lagoon
conveyance
lagoon liclnid level
Lagoon surfaces
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Volatile gas emissions;
❑
Proper lagoon li+luid capacity;
•
Etiological mixing;
❑
Correct lagoon slartup procedtues;
•
Agitation
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MIIIiIiIIIIIi surface area-Irr-volume ralio;
❑
Miinirnuin agifalion whom pumping;-
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Mechanical aeratioa;
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Proven biological additives
hrigalimi sprinkler
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1ligh pressure agilalion;
❑
Irrigate on fhy clays with lilde or no wind;
nozzles
•
Wind drift
❑
Minimum reconrmcnded operating luessure;
❑
Pump inlake near lagoon lifpiid surface;
❑
Pump from second-slage lagoon
%Imagt; lank ur basin
+
Pallial microbial dccorrlpnSiliou;
❑
Rollout or midlevel Ioading;
suI filer
Mixing while filling;
❑
Tilllk covers;
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Agitation when emptying
❑
Basin snrfacc inals of solids;
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Proven biological additives or oxidants
settling basin suflBCe
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Pillllirl IniIAOblal decomposilioll;
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Iixlelld drairyipe millets underHcalll liquid
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Mixing while filling;
level;
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Agitation where eaiplying
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Remove scilled solids replarly
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Manure, sherry cur sludge
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Agitation when spreading;
❑
Soil injection of slurrylsludges;
spleader onrlrls
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Volatile gas emissions
❑
Wash residtial manure from spreader after Ilse;
❑
Proven biological addilivcs or oxidamy
I]ot:ovcsC41 Illamnr,
Volatile gas clnissiilnS while
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Soil hljeclioll ofslmly/sdudges
slurry or siuldge ull lull
drying
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Soil iacarporrrlion within 48 tirs.;
slit laucs
Spread iii thin tinifuim layers lirr rapid drying;
❑
Proven biological addiiives or oxidants
Dead curiolals
Carcass deeomposilion
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Proper disposilioll ofcarcasses
DCiltl animal dislulsal
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Carcass decomposition
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COORI)ICIC cavrfing of CarraSSCS in burial ItilS; '!
piss
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Proper location/cm simuion of disposal pits
lourler;dols
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Incomplete Combustion
f-I
Secoodal'y Stack 1111111CIS
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Snnrce Cause IINIPs to Minimize Odor _ Site Specitic I'ractices
Standing water around a Improper drainage; Cl Grade and landscape such dial water drains
facilities 0 Microbial decomposition of may from facilities
organic mailer
Mamile Irackcd onto 0 Poorly maintained access roads O Fatm access road maintenance
public .loads 60111 farm
access
Add4i n al InformiHton : Av;dIable I roil
S+vine Alamue Management ; 0200 Rulc/lIMP Packel NCSIJ, Comely Lxleusirnl Center
Swine 1'rodnCliUri Fanu Potential Odor Sources and Remedies ; FBAE Fact Sheet NCSI) - BAE
Swill►: 1'roduc6011 Facility Manure Management: Pit Recilarge - Lagoo o Ticaloient ; 1:11AG 128-88 NCS(I - ItA1:
Swine Production facility Maiorc Management: Underfloor Flush - Lagoon Treatmem ; LIIAE 129-88 NCSI I - IiAI:
Lagunit Dcsigll all([ Management tier Livestock Manure'I'maimem and Storage ; VIIAI: 103-83 N(=!i11 - JIAF
Calitnalion of Manure aid Wastewater Applicalian 1-y6pnlent ; EBAls Fact Slice[ NCSI I - BAL
Culinulling Odors From Swine Buildings ; 11111-33 NcstI - Swilic lixtellslon
Euvirmimcmal Assurance Program ; NITC Manila) HC huk- I'milnccrs Assoc
( rp6mis lur Managing Odor ; a repoit lrorn the Swhie Odor Task force NCSI) Agri Communica6mns
Nuis:mce t' miccrlls in Aidmal Manure Management: Odurs and Flies ; PRO107, 1795 Conference I'rocecdingS Florida ('uopciative Extension
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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
5rlulce Cause i3i1'll's to Coulrol )nsecls - Sitc'Speciiic Practices-
w Liquicl Systems
FInsh (;otters Accunudation of solids 1-1' Flush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove acctlnullaled solids front
/goucrs as designed. `
0 Remove bridging; of aecurtlldaled solids at
discharge
I.;Igomis :roil {'its Ct11st4'd Solids f_I Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits whelc
pest breediltg is apparent to mi[lintice the
crusting ofsolids In a depth of no mme than 6 -
8 inches over more than 30'Sa of surface.
I) I:accssive VCodlive • elwping vegetation PT M;tinlain vegetative conital :dung; haul u(
[ ilrnvlll lagoons and other impomtdntews to prevent
act;mmllation of clecrying vegelittive mailer
along waler's edge on impoundntenl's perimeter.
l ecJcr, Fe;cd Spillage C1
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FCC11 SIrl1.lre • Accut ollatians of feed residues f_1
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Dry Systems
Design, uperale .rod ur:linlain fee([ systems (e.g.,
hunkers and troughs) to minimize: the
accumolation of decaying wastage.
Clean op spillage on a tontine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
day interval (1111Iflt; S11111111Cr, 1 S-30 day interval
41111-ing winter)- '
Reduce: moisture ;1CC111[Ir11a[iolt willtin and
:ground inullediatc perimulcr of Iccd slor;lge
areas by insorilig draivagC a+vay from site
and/or providing ade(lll:lle e[mlainoteni (e.g.,
covered bin for brewer's grain and similar high
moisture grain ploducls).
Inspect lily and Icnrove or 1))C : up accllnull;lled
solids in filler drills around Iced dotage as
needed.

Smirce Cerise
11MI's to Control loseets -- — Site Specific Practices
Aniival I1old og Aicas Acciumdulions of animal %vasics
❑
Eliminate low areas Ilia[ trap moislure along
and feet] wastage
fences and oilier locations where waste
acctnrndates and disimbaiice by animals is
mininial.
Cl
Maintain fence rows and filler*strips around
animal Bolding areas to minimize
1CCtnntlliiIi011S Of waSICS (I.e., iTlspcct fur amid
remove or break up accumulated solids as
nectled).
fry Mantic I IalldliFig Accinoulalirnis of ariiiind wasles
❑
Remove spillage on a routitic; basis {c.g , 7 - 10
Systems
clay interval diming suurmcr; I5-30 day inicrval
(hiring win(er) where manure is loaded for land
application or disposal.
❑
Provide for adequalc drainage around nrintrrc
stock piles.
Cl
Inspect for and remove or break up accimmkiled
wasies in lilter strips around stockpiles mid
malime lialidlitig amens is needed.
For more iril'urnNLIion conlacl Ilic Cooperative EXICllslon Service, Department of 'Woniology, 11ox 7613, North Carolina Slate I Inivcrsily,
Italcigh, NC. 27695-7613.
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Nlortallity Management ZMethods
(cheek which method(s) are being implemented) ,
J Burial three feet beneath the surface of the around within 2 hours after
knowledge of the death. The burial must be at leas, 300 feet from any flowing
,stream or public body of water.
J Rendering at a rendering plant lic_nsed under G.S. 106-163.7
Complete incineration
❑ In the case of dead poultry only. piacing in a disposal pit of a size and design
approved by the Deparzment of agriculture !
Any method which in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value %vichcut endangering
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
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N Applied ---------
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below overflow _
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2--- Above cyles and depth below overFlow are an estimate, Adjust cycles and depth as operation
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EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
In case of overflow and/or danger of breaching of the lagoon embankment, the operator/owner
should enact the following steps immediately:
(1) Begin land application of the wastes irmediately. Continue application until the liquid level
in the lagoon is below the breach or spill level.
(2) Contact the contractor of your choice to immediately begin repairs to control overflow.
Permanent repairs may need to be enacted at a later date. Remember; It is your responsibility to
prevent discharge. If one contractor is not available, you should continue to contact others until
you receive an immediate response.
(3) Contact the Division Of Environmental Management to report the spill. The re3onal
number is 1-704-663-1699. If after hours or no answ er,call D.E. M. in Raleiah at
1-919-733-3358. Give the name of the facility, the location, and the D.E.M. registration number.
The registration number for this farm is 51 — _�3
(4) Contact the Technical Specialist who approved the lagoon for assistance in the repair of the
facility. Your Technical Specialist is ,�f� _ His/her phone
number is ZOO - tZ83 - /�� If they are not available ask to be assigried someone
with lagoon authority for immediate assistance.
(5) If the breach of the dam or a sudden additional breach could cause danger downstream(i.e.-
roads, houses, playgrounds -,etc) call 911 or your local Sherifrs Department
(o) After spill has been eliminated or controlled asses extent of spill and damage to darn.
(7) Contact as many downstream neighbors as possible to inform them of spill and pollutants to
stream.
(8) Nfaintain this plan on site at all times with all phone numbers filled in. Update phone numbers
annually to ensure accuracy.
THIS NOTICE IS TO BE POSTED ON SITE AND
EASILY ACCESSIBLE AT ALL TIlYIES.

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Any altaratior or devracian from above scecifications involving extra
costs, will be executed only ucan written orders, and will became an
extra cher;e over and above :7e estimate. All agreements :ontirgent
ucan strikes, accidents er celays beyond cur ccntr-31. Owner :o car.-y
fire, tornado and other necessary irsur3cce ucan above :vcrk. Work-
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ACCEPTANCE C'F PROPOSAL ff
The above prices, specifications and conditions are sa�i.,zjer�i and are h aby acc2wted. Ye�j eucrized to° th a51pecified.
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WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: Ronald Cox Farm
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specification and the operation and maintenance
procedures established in the approved animal waste management plan for the farm named above. I
(we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste treatment and storage
system or construction of new facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the Division
of Environment Management (DEM) before the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that
there must be no discharge of animal waste from this system to surface wasters of the state from a
storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on -site at
the farm office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation District and will be available
for review by DEM upon request.
Name of Facility Owner: Ronald Cox
(Please print)
Signature: )( �. Date:
Name of Manager (If different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Name of Technical Specialist: (Please print)
_Wayne S. vloser.
Affiliation:
Address (Agency):
Union SWCD
604 Lancaster Ave.
Monroe, NC. 28112
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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
October 26, 2000
RONALD B. COX
RONALD B. COX FARM
4009 STACK ROAD
MONROE NC 28112
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Application No. AWS900043
Additional Information Request
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Animal Waste Operation
Union County
Dear Ronald Cox:
The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has completed a preliminary engineering review of the subject application. Additional
information is required before we can continue our review. Please address the following by November 25, 2000:
1. Please provide lagoon capacity documentation (design, as -built calculations, etc.). Be sure to include any
site evaluations, wetland determinations, or hazard classifications that may be applicable. In the application
received October 23, 2000, it appears that the lagoon capacity is 45,000 cubic feet. Please clarify the
capacity of the lagoon.
2. The Waste Utilization Plan (WUP) does not indicate the storage capacity of the lagoon. For example the
WUP and lagoon design should be based on a 180 day, 90 day, or 60 day storage capacity. Please specify
the storage capacity of the lagoon.
3. The irrigation parameters were not listed in your Waste Utilization Plan (WUP). Irrigation events are to be
listed in the WUP as the maximum application allowable for that soil type from the time the pumps are
turned on until the time they are shut off. It is currently recommended that total application amounts not
exceed one inch in any application event for any soil type. If your application rates need to be adjusted for
the application of animal waste, please have your Technical Specialist revise your WUP to reflect the
appropriate application amount per event. If the rates exceed the recommended one inch, please have your
Technical Specialist justify the increased application rate in the narrative of your WUP.
4. Best Management Practices (BMPs) that are to be implemented at this facility should be identified (check
the appropriate BMPs) on the Odor Control Checklist and on the Mortality Management Methods Checklist.
5. Please provide a clearer map that identifies (outlines or highlights) and shows the acreage for each field to
be used for waste application.
Please note that all WUP revisions must be signed and dated by both the owner and the technical specialist. Please
reference the subject permit application number when providing the requested information. All information should be signed,
sealed, and submitted in duplicate to my attention at the address below. The information requested by this letter must be
submitted on or before November 25, 2000.or the Division will return your application as incomplete in accordance with 15A
N.C.A.C. 2H .0200 and your facility will be considered to be operating without a permit.
Please be advised that operation of the subject animal waste management system without a valid permit is a violation of North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and will subject you to the enforcement authority of the Environmental Management
Commission.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Application No. 90-0043
Ronald Cox
Page 2
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at [phone], extension 544.
Sincerely,
tephanie Milam
Environmental Engineer
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
cc: Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality
Wayne S. Moser, Union Soil & Water Conservation
Permit File

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Mortality Manacement `•lethods
(check which methods) are being implemented) ,
Burial three feet beneath the surface of the ground within 24 hours after
knowledge of the death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing
-stream or public body of water.
Rende:inQ at a rendering plant licensed uncle: G.S. 106-163.7
Complete ineineration
❑ In the case of dead poultry only. piacing in a disposal pit of a siz: and design
approved by the Departm-zlc of ?,culture
�J Anv method «•hick in the prclessional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)

Smircc Cause IIMII's to Colllrol 1115CCls --- - - Silt SI}ccific Practices
Animal Molding Areas Acctunulalloas ofammal wastes Eiiminale low areas Thal Irap moislure along
and feed wastage fences and olhcr localions where waste
accumulates and disturbance by animals is
minimal.
Cl Maintain fence rows and filler strips around
animal holding areas to minimize
acummlations of wastes (i.e., inspect for and
remove or break up accumulated solids as
deeded).
by Mallme I landling Accrnmtlations of animal wades f_�I I(cnlove spillage nn a rouliue basis (c.g_, 7 - 10
Sy!'Iulns day irrlerval d ii-hi ,' summer; 15-30 clay interval
during winter) where manure is loaded fir land
applicalion or disposal.
Cl Provide for aderluale drainage around mamire
stockpiles.
Cl Inspect for and remove or break rip accmnulaled
Wastes ill filler strips around stockpiles and
manure handling areas as needed.
For more information conlaci Ole Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Enimmolo6Y, Box 7613, Norllt Carolina Slane I lrriversily,
lnalcigb, NC, 77695-76 13.
AKIIC - Nuvcniber 11, 1996, Page 2

Source
Cause
11MI's to Millimixl: Odor Silt Specific I'1':1akcs
Iald 111 thalllpipes al
Agitalt(In during waslewaler
l:xlend discharge point of pipes midellu Alit ^
lagoon
conveyance
Ion liquid level
Lagoon soffaces
Volatile gas emissions;
[1' oper lagoon liquid capacity;
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Biological mixing;
;
Correct lagoon slailup procedures;
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Agitalion
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Nri immit surface area-lo-volume ratio;
L'r
l�llrllilltl111 agitation when pumping;
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Mechanical aeration;
111veo biological additives
Ilrigaliull sprinkler
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lrrigale on (fry days wills lil le ar no wind;
IInxJcs
Wind drift
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Mininimn reconuncnded ollualilig plessnr4;
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I't�up utlake near lagoon lignid surface;
1'u tp front second-slagc lagoolt
Slnlat;c 1;ellk ur bilsin
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Partial microbial decorl]positioil;
lionom or midlevel loading;
sill hLe
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Mixing while filling;
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Tallk covers;
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Basin surface mils of solids;
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Settling basin snd,lc4
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Parlial nll:roblal decoillposillorl;
INIcml drainpipe oullcls underneath liquid
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Mixing While filling;
level;
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Agitalion when emplying
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Remove sailed Solids regularly
&LIM rc, slurry or sledge
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Agitalion when spreading;
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Soil injection ofsimrylsindges;
spr caller oulleis
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Volatile gas emissions
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Wash residual manore from spreader after use;
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proven biological additives or oxidants
I IlICO%,cmil Ina11111e,
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Volatile gas emissions while
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Soil iiijectloll of slillly'/sIodges
slurry or sludge un licit]
drying
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S it incorporation Willlin'18 ins_;
Sllr �ilt:cs
Spread ill 111n1 uniform Layers for rapid drying;
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Proven biological addidves or oxldaws
Deild animals
Carcass decomposition
Proper disposition of carcasses
Dead illlllllal disposal
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Carcass decoloposlrioll
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Colllplele Covering of Carcasses In hllrial pill; �
1)lls
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1nc(lleralms
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Secolular'y slack` buillels
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SF►ar cc Cause 111I411's Im Minimize Oder Site Specific Practices
Standing svaler atound • Improper drainage; Grade and landscape such that water drains
facilities 0 Microbial decomposition of away front facilities
Organic matter
Mantle tracked onto 0 Poorly maintained access roads U Falm access roar) maimellance
public toads from farm
access
Addiliooal Information :
Swore Kl"annre Ivlanage eni ; 0200 Rulc/lIMP Pack -el
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor SOtIrCCS and Remedies ; 17l)AV Fact Sheet
Swine i'roductirnl Facility Manure Management; Pit Recharge - Lagoon T'realolemt ; E-DAE 128-88
SwilrC I'rothrctiort Facility Manwe Management. Underfloor Flush - Lagoon -treatment ; FI)Ai; 129-88
Lagoon Design and hlamugernem for Livestock Manure "trealment and Storage. EBAE 103-83
Calillraliom of hlaoure and Waslewaler Application l:gmipnrcnl ; EMAIS Fact Sheet
Cunmuliiog Odors front Swine Uuildings ; 11111-33
1:ovirormncmal Assmance ProgrWil ; NI'PC Manual
(Nations lot Mauagimg Odor ; a report from like Swine Odor Task Force
11uisamrx Cr iums in Animal Manure hanagement: Odors and Flics ; P110107, 1995 C011CCfenCc I'roct:c(fings
ANSI)(:-11uv4naler1I,1996, I;%t:5
Available Flora :
NCSII, County lislension Censer
NCSII - BAI:
TACSII - IIAI:
NCSI I - IIAE
NCSII - IIAE
NCSII - ItAI;
MCSl) - Swine Extension
NC; fork I'torbrcers Assoc
NCtiI) Agri ('ommmumicalians
Florida Cooperative I mellsion

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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
SaaII1 CC Cuuse (IMPS la Control 11ISe CIS— - - -- - _ Si(c"Specilie Vracliccs - —
Liquid Syslcuts
I ilsh (11111eIs Accuuaulalioo of solids Flush system is designed aid operaled
slifiicierilly to remove accvrmllatcd solids fn►m
loutcrs as designed.
Efr Remove bridging of accumulalcd solids Alt
discharge
I_.1goolls aural fits Gusled Solids ❑ Maillmin lagoons, selling basins and hits whele
lies[ breeding is apparcilt Io Ialininlize Ille
cnlsliog of' Solids to a depth of no nuxe 1114111 G -
ti inches over more Illan 30% of surface.
Excessive VCgelalive Decaying vegdatiun _ Maintain vegelative eoutrol along banks of'
t iruurh lalgoons and other impollndillcnts In prevent
accumulation ofdecaying vegetative m aticr
adung Wilk!'$ edge on inlpoundruent'S perinletcr.
Dry Syslculs
1'cc,t IN • feed Spillilge n Resign, operallc illul lnuinlalin ICC41 syslcrlls (c-g.,�
bunkers and Houghs) to millimile the
accumulation ordccaying wastage.
n- Cleall up spillage oil a routine basis (e.g., 7 - 10
day isle mil (luring sluniuer; 15-30 day interval
doriog winlcr).
Fccd Slma ue Accumolal ions of feed residues Ci diealtlCC Iraoisluie accnnurlaltinn widlin a1141
WO111141 inuncdiale perimeter of ked stnlalge
areas by insul irlg III aillage aware li,nn site
auudlor providing adc(illale collutilloicul (e.g..
covered bill liar brewer's giarin and similar hit;ll
nulisture grain products).
C1 Inspccl lit and Ienlove or lit eak tip a cclioullanetl
solids in filter strips aaroilnd feel slaaage w,
needed.
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Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
Source - Cause 11101's to Minimize t)dor- — — — — — sile:Specitic Vracriccs --
1 8r111Jlr:all • swine produclion ffrVegetative or wooded Un(lcrs;
M,/�tccommcrrdcd best managenterrl praclices;
COY Good judgment and common sense
Animal body surfaces Ditty manure -covered animals 0 Dry floors
for stir faces • Wei manure-cavcrell floors Cl Slotled floors;
n Walcrcls localed over slolled floors;
C1 /Feeders at high end of solid floors;
(A� 5crallc manure buildup from floors;
0 Underfloor ventilation for drying
I'limme collecliull Ails • thine; f-i' hequeul manure removal by flush, pil recharge:,
• Partial microbial decrnnhosilmn for scrape;
IUD l)ncler floor ventilation
Vculll.11iull exhaust I:nls Volatile gases; 0 Ian mainlclrince;
D1lst n 1i1116cot air movemeot
Inrlour surface Dusl M' Washdown hemee:n groups of animals;
CI 1=eed additives;
f_l Cder covers; .
j�L_r/.Feed delivery dowlisponl ex[c+ufers era feeder
covers
Flush 1.11d's Agitation of recycful lagoon C1 II ish l:mk covers;
liquid while larks are filling I xlcnel fill lines to dear bollom of links wilh
anti -siphon verus
flush Alcys Agitation during waslcwaler 0 1.111delfloor 1111sh witfl underfloor vcnlilalion
C611veyallce
I'll techatcC p1mits 0 Agitation of recycled lat;non
liquid while piss are filling
Lill slaliurls a Agitation rhlriltg surup lank
f illing artd lfralvdowrl .
( Ililsiilc drain cnllectiuu • Agitation during w:lslcmder
or jnnclinn boxes eolrveyanee
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ExIC1141 1Cchalge lilies In near bollmil oi'pils
with anli-siphnll vcnls
Cl Strait[) lank; covers
Il Ilox covers

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
February 15, 2001
RONALD B. COX
RONALD B. COX FARM
4009 STACK ROAD
MONROE NC 28112
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCE5
Subject: Application No. AWS900043
Additional Information Request
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Animal Waste Operation
Union County
Dear Ronald Cox:
The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has completed a review of the subject application. Additional information is required
before we can continue the permitting process. Please address the following by March 17, 2001:
1. The lagoon documentation received December 1, 2000 states a total lagoon volume of 75,240 cubic feet,
which includes two lagoons. However, this does not seem adequate for the facility's operation of 250
Farrow to Feeder. The reference material currently available for the Division calculates a minimum
required lagoon volume of 153,611 cubic feet. Please clarify if this is the correct lagoon volume. If so,
provide justification that this lagoon volume will be adequate for the animal operation. If the above
referenced lagoon volume is inaccurate, please provide documentation of the correct lagoon volume.
2. Please verify the facility has been certified, by providing a copy of the animal waste operations certification
forms.
Please note that all WUP revisions must be signed and dated by both the owner and the technical specialist. Please
reference the subject permit application number when providing the requested information. All information should be signed,
sealed, and submitted in duplicate to my attention at the address below. The information requested by this letter, must be
submitted on or before March 17, 2001 or the Division will return your application as incomplete in accordance with 15A
N.C.A.C. 2H .0200 and your facility will be considered to be operating without a permit.
Please be advised that operation of the subject animal waste management system without a valid permit is a violation of North
Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and will subject you to the enforcement authority of the Environmental Management
Commission.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at [phone], extension 544.
Sincerely,
.4
Stephanie Mllam
Environmental Engineer
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
cc: M6 resviile`Regional-Office,-Water Quality
Wayne S. Moser, Union'SH & Water Conservation
Permit File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1617 -telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50% recycled/ 10% post -consumer paper

%"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
RONALD B. COX
RONALD B. COX FARM
4009 STACK ROAD
MONROE NC 28112
Dear Mr. Cox:
Director
October 23, 2001
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NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Subject: Application No. AWS900043
Additional Information Request
Ronald B. Cox Farm
Animal Waste Operation
Union County
Thank you for your past responses to additional information letters from Ms. Stephanie Milam.
Unfortunately, Ms. Milam, has left our unit and the responsibility of completing your permit package
has been delegated to me.
I have reviewed your package and only two items are needed to finally complete your permit package.
Please provide the following items by November 22, 2001 and if you have ANY questions, call me
so we can clear it up and get this permit to you:
Please correct the enclosed page 1 of the ANIMAL WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN
CERTIFICATION form. Your "Total Capacity" of your two storage ponds is listed as
45,000 cubic feet. Cross this out, and write in the verification values provided by Wayne
S. Moser of: Pond #1= 29,040 cubic feet, and Pond #2= 46,200. TOTAL 75,240 cubic
feet. Please have yourself and your technician, initial and date the correction.
2. Please indicate in a narrative (attach this to your Waste Utilization Plan, dated 10-19-00)
the available storage time of less than 180 days. We are unable to reconcile our
calculations of swine manure production to Mr. Wayne Moser's handwritten notes stating
that "the operation has in excess of 180 days storage capacity for waste storage ponds"
Our calculations show that your facility has less than 180 days storage. According to our
calculations, you would need 88,361 cubic feet of storage to accommodate 180 days of
manure collection. Your stated volume of 75,240 cubic feet does meet this value. I have
attached Ms. Milam's calculations (verified by me). Please have yourself and your
technician, initial and date the correction.
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,.a-Apglication No. 90-0043
`Ronald B. Cox Farm
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Please note that all WUP revisions must be signed and dated by both the owner and the technical
specialist. Please reference the subject permit application number when providing the requested
information. All information should be signed, sealed, and submitted in duplicate to my attention at the
address, below:
NCDENR-Non Discharge Permitting Unit (attn: Theresa Nartea)
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
The information requested by this letter, must be submitted on or before November 22, 2001 or the
Division will return your application as incomplete in accordance with 15A N.C.A.C. 211.0200 and your
facility will be considered to be operating without a permit.
Please be advised that operation of the subject animal waste management system without a valid permit
is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and will subject you to the enforcement
authority of the Environmental Management Commission.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at [phone], extension 375.
Sincerely,
s;IiIZZ��Y4sa Nartea
Soil Scientist
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
cc _Mooresville�egionalVOffice; Water Quality
Union SWCD-Wayne S. Moser, 604 Lancaster Avenue, Monroe, NC 28112
Permit File

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Animal Waste IN-lanagement Plan Certification
(?lease type or print all information that does not wire a signature)
Fac iry Nio:-
Owner (s) Phone No:
N-lailinc-ztzd:- ess: 4a21 ,� Almon 1-6 eO IV C . Z�? 11-
Fa.7r: Loca on: Four.een Di t ITydroIo--ac Unit: See ri' S �-
Lativude and Longitude: I County:
Please anachs a copy of a county road map with location identified and describe be:ov., (Be speciific: road
names, d:rct:tions, rniieQst, etc.): 1,2 /J7/Zes S lJ� �O.i/Q D e . �y�•�[�
Operation Description:
Type of Swine
No. of Animals
u We: n to vtder
• Fee; ere to : inisa
G Far: ow to Wean
❑ Farmw to Feeder
so
• Farrow ro Finish
Type ofPoulay
• Laver
• Pullets
No. of Animals
Type of Cattle No. of tnLMals
Dairy
Beef
Other Type of L:vesrock- Nurnber of hnim-als:
A.- gaze .=_•.•ailable or Azoiicatior.: �7• /� Rec_uired crtace• 3
vum;;er o= �.aaQons / Sto-aeP Ponds a� iotaI CaCirv: S'� Cubic =ee: (:'.�)
Ate., s.:cs�.:.:ace ' ~._r A •�: o r `a---,. YES or NO (please circle one) Pp~d I i 9 /a/��laf
ca .s prts, n e ....� �o.v� �l !y6'rn .
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Owner / Nfanager Agreement
I (we) re::.v that 2.11 the a ove information -is cot t and will be t.LdatP..,-i, pon changing. I (we) understand the one —nation and
main:en:.nce procedures estabiished in the approved animal waste rraaagement plan for Ul e farm ranted above and will
it :plzarent these procedures. I (we) Imow that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste tieacnent and
storage sysm: n or cons: action of new facilities will require a new Certification to be submitted to the Division of
Environmental Management before the new animas are stocky I (we) understand that them must be no discharge of animal
waste from the storage or application syste.-n to stu z-ace waters of the state edirectly -either through a man-made conveyance or
from a storm event less sever- than the 25-year, 2=-hour storm and there must not be run-off from the application of animal
waste. I (we) undersmnd that run-off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas must be minimized using technical
standards developed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. ?he approved plan will be fled at the fawn and at the
office of the loc_I Soil and Water Conservation Disrict. I (we) Imo- that any modification must be approved by a technical
specialist and submitted to the Soil and Water Conservation District prior to implementation. A change in land ownership
r'equ i= Nrri=n notification to DEN or a new c7tfication (if the approved plan is changed) within 60 days of a title a=fer.
Name of Land Qwner :
Signature: Date:
Name of l[anage r(if direrenz fron owner):
Signnture: APR 24 1997 Date:
AWC -- April _4. 1996 F

Technical Specialist Certification
�. As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission
pursuant to 15A NCAC 6F .0005, I certify that the animal waste management system for the farm
named above has an animal waste management plan that meets or exceeds standards and specifications
of the Division of Environmental Management (DEM) as specified in 15A NCAC 2H,0217 and the
USDA -Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and/or the North Carolina Soil and Water
Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H.0217 and 15A NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The
following elements are included in the plan as applicable. While each category designates a technical
specialist who may sign each certification (SD, SI, WUP, RC, I), the technical specialist should only
certify parts for which they are technically cotxtpecenr.
II. Certification of Design
A) Collection., torafre. Treatments vstem
Check 4o appropriate box
W- Existing facility without retrofit (SD or WUP)
Storage volume is adequate for operation capacity; storage capability consistent with
waste utilization requirements.
❑ New, expanded or retrofitted facility (SD)
Animal waste storage and treatment structurds, such as but not limited to collection systems,
lagoons and ponds, have been designed to meet or exceed the minimum standards and
specifications.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print): r" /
----..
Affiliation:— _
Address(,4gencv).e:04 Phone No.:
Signature: Date: -
B) Land ApplicatiMSite(WUP)
The plan provides for minimum separations (buffers); adequate amount of Iand for waste
utilization; chosen crop is suitable for waste management; hydraulic and nutrient loading races.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):' e{.OyG
Affiliation:
Address
Signatui
C) Runoff Contr,2ls from E-rterior Lots
Check the appropriate box
Q'__�Facility without exterior lots (SD or W-b-P or RC)
This facility does not contain any exterior lots.
e No._
❑ Facility with exterior lots (RC)
Methods to minimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas have been
designed in accordance with technical standards developed by NRCS.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print): .see a6Qr/�
Affiliation:
Address (Agency):
Sianarure: 4
AWC -- Aprii 24, 1996 2
hone No.:
)are:

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D) Ag�ation and Handling Eauinment
jCheck the appropriate box
Qr*40'Existina facility with exit sr g was_ to agplicatton cQuipmen (WUP or I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been either field calibrated or
evaluated in accordance with existing design charts and tables and is able to apply waste as
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan: (existing application equipment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or
nutrient loading rates, a schedule for timing of applications has been established; required
buffers can be maintained and calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the
plan).
0 jIew or expanded facility: or existing facility without exi5tina waste application equipment (I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been designed to apply waste as
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan; (proposed application equipment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or
nutrient loading rates; a schedule for timing of applications has been established; required
buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of the
plan).
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address(Agency
M. Certification of Installation
A) 1 0Installadon
hone No.
)ate: �3
liew, expanded or rear fitted facility (Sr)
Animal waste storage and treatment structures, such as but nor limited to lagoons and ponds,
have been installed in accordance with the approved plan to meet or exceed the minimum
standards and specifications.
For existing facilities without retrofits, no certification is necessary.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address (Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: Date:
AWC -- April 24, 1996 3

B) Unn_d „ oli-catgr—Site (WUP)
&eck the appropriate box
The cropping system is in place on all land as specified in the animal waste management plan.
0
Conditional Approval: all required land as specified in the plan is cleared for plandn;; the
cropping system as specified in the waste uriIization plan has not been established and the
owner has committed to establish the vegetation as specified in the plan by
(month/day/year); the proposed cover crop is appropriate for compliance with the waste
utilization plan.
a Also check this box if appropriate
if the cropping system as specified in the plan can not be established on newly cleared
land within 30 days of this certification, the owner has committed to establish an interim
crop for erosion control;
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address (Agency):
No.:
This following signature block is only to be used when the box for conditional approval in IIL B
above has been checked.
I (we) certify that I (we) have committed to establish the cropping system as specified in my (our) waste
utilization plan, and if appropriate to establish the interim crop for erosion control, and will submit to
DEM a verification of completion from a Technical Specialist within 15 calendar days following the date
specified in the conditional certification. I (we) realize that failure to submit this verification is a
violation of the waste management plan and will subject me (us) to an enforcement action from DEM.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of iivianager(if different from owner):
Signature: Date:
C) Bunofr C!2n rr2ls from Exerior Lots (RC)
Facility with exterior lots
Methods to minimize the ruts off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas have been
installed as specified in the plan.
For facilities without exterior lots, no certification is necessary.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Address (Agency): Phone No.:
Signature: Date:
AWC -- April 24, 1996 4

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4D) AnjLUcatiorl_nd Uandlina Eauinment Tnstallation (Wi.1P or n
' . Check the appropriare block
Q)- imal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan is on site and ready
for use; calibration and adjustment materials have been provided to the owners and are
contained as pan of the plan.
O Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the plan has not been
installed but the owner has proposed leasing or third parry application and has provided a
signed contract; equipment specified in the contract agrees with the requirements of the
plan; required buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance have been
provided to the owners and are contained as part of the plan.
❑ Conditional approval: Animal waste application and handling equipment specified in the
plan has been purchased and will be on site and installed by
(month/day/year); there is adequate storage to hold the waste until the equipment is installed
and until the waste can be land applied in accordance with the cropping system contained
in the plan; and calibration and adjustment guidance have been provided to the owners and
are contained as part of the plan.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):
Affiliation:
Addrt
Signa
The following signature block is only to be used when the box for conditional approval in III D
above has been checked.
I (we) terrify that I (we) have committed to purchase the animal waste application and handling
equipment as specified in my (our) waste management plan and will submit to DELI a verification bf
delivery and installation from a Technical Specialist within 15 calendar days following the date specified
in the conditional certification. I (we) realize that failure to submit this verification is a violation of the
waste management plan and will subject me (us) to an enforcement action from DEvt.
Name of Land Owner:
Signature: Date:
Name of Manager(if different from owner):
Signature:
Date:
Please return the completed form to the Division of Environmental hlanagement at the
following address:
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
Division Of Environmental Management
Water Quality Section, Compliance Group
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, NC 27626-453-5
Please also remember to submit a copy of this form along with the complete animal Waste
Management Plan to the local Soil and Water Conservation District Office and to keep a copy in
your files with your Animal Waste Management Plan.
AWC -- ApriI 24, 1996 5

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Amount of Waste Produced Per Year (gallons, ft3, tons,etc.)
250 animal units X = 14 ac.in.waste/animal/yr = 35 ac.in. waste/yr.
.
35 ac.in./yr. X 27,154 gals./ac.in = 950,390 gals. Waste/yr.
(N.C. Tech Guide Std. 633-52)
Amount of Plant Available Nitrogen (PAN) Produced Per Year
950,390 gals./yr. X 1.5 lbs.N/1000gals. = 1, 425.6 Ibs.N/
OWNER CERTIFIED LIQUID PRODUCTION VOLUMES PER YEAR
The following volumes represent actual pumped volumes for a four ,year pgrtod
And actual lagoon waste samples results
1997 Total liquid pumped 95,040 gals X highest test 4.Olbs. N/1000 gals = 380 lbs. N./yr.
1998 Total liquid pumped 276,480 gals. X highest test 2.8 lbs.N./1000gals = 774.1 lbs. N./yr.
1999 Total liquid pumped 164,160 gals. X highest test 5.7 lbs.N./1000 gals. = 936 lbs. N./yr.
2000 Total liquid pumped 146,880 gals. X highest test 3.5 ibs.N.11000 gals.=514 lbs. N./yr.
Using the highest pumping volumes of 276,480 gals. X Avg. PAN 3.4 = 940.1 lbs.N/yr divided
by 3.1 acres irrigation areas = 303.3 lbs. N/ac/yr. which is 34.4 1bs.N less than the applications
acres will utilize per year.
This Waste Utilization Plan will be based on actual pumped volumes for
Nitrogen since it is actual four years production for Nitrogen.
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown and
surface application:
Table 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
Tract
Field Soil
Crop
R.Y.E
Lbs. N
Acres
Lbs. N
Month(s)
3374
is BdB2
Bermuda/
4tons
200
1.55
310
May -Aug.
Rye
3tons
150
1.55
233 ept.-Marc
3374
1b GsC
Bermuda
3tons
150
1.55
233
May -Aug.
3374
1b "
Rye
3.5 tons 175
1.55
271
ept.-I arc
One year Total 1047 _ _ lbs N. Utillged
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al/yr)
Waste(tons/yr)
Wean to Fee rier:
-eeder to -Finish-
} Farrow to Wean:
r Farrow io Feeder:
Farrow to Finish:
Boar / Stud:
Gilts:
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130,5001 27501
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