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'GOVERNOR Toward Broome
Crow Rd.
" 'Monroe, NC 28112
Mr. Broome:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
August 23, 1999
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Broome's Farin, Facility #: 90-48
Union County, NC
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office visited your facility on August 19, 1999. He noted
that general maintenance of the lagoon structure and the vegetation around the buildings
was required. These two items were also noted during the inspection on April 27, 1999.
Be aware that even if the facility has been removed from the register and no longer
subject to an annual inspection, it is still necessary that the lagoon and facilities be
maintained. Also, upon removal of all animals from the facility, plans must be made for the
closure of the lagoon.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 281 15
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Sherri Evans -Stanton, Acting Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Howard Broome
BroomeOs Farm
2417 Long Hope Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Dear Howard Broome:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
January 18, 2001
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Subject: Status Update Wettable Acre
Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 9048
Union County
The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is hereby requesting a status update concerning the
completion of a Wettable Acre Determination for your subject facility. A letter dated August 27,
1999 was sent to advise you that your facility was required to complete a Wettable Acre
Determination within six months (see attached letter). As of January 17, 2001 DWQ has not
received the facilities Wettable Acre Determination Certification Form. Please submit to DWQ
within 10 days a written explanation as to why a Wettable Acre Determination Certification Form
has not been submitted. Please include the necessary information detailing the steps taken to
certify this facility for Wettable Acres.
Please be aware that not submitting this certification within the allotted six months may
result in civil penalty assessments, permit revocation, and/or injunctive relief.
. 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 me at
[phone] ext. 57 L
Sincerely,
0
Sonya Avant
Environmental Engineer
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources •
Mooresville Regional Office a
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor EDIEHNF;Z
I'J?pa#han B. Howes, Secretary
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 21, 1997
Howard Broome
2417 Long Hope Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
Broome's Farm, Facility ##: 90-48
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Williams:
A site inspection of your facility was conducted on July 17, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of this
Office. The facility was in good shape. Upon certification, your files at a minimum, need to contain the
following:
Certification forms
Site diagram
Waste application records/forms
Maps of acreage and irrigated fields
Waste management plan (if applicable)
The waste utilization plan is a component of the waste management plan
Soil/waste analysis records
Enclosed are forms to be used for keeping track of your waste applications.
Any further correspondence related to the subject inspection will be sent under separate cover.
Also, please be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per
day per violation as well as criminal penalties for violations of state environmental laws and regulations.
If you have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union County SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
AJ AW
919 North Main Street, W FAX [phone]
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[] DSWC Anlmal.Feedlot Operation Review.
J�DWQ `Animal Feedlot.Operation Site''`Inspection
LO Routine 0 Complaint 0 Follow-up of DWQ inspection 0 Follow-up of DSWC review 0 Other
Date of Inspection
Facility Number
r Time of Inspection 24 br. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: RRegistered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for 1 hr 15 min)) Spent on Review =� Z
❑ Certified ❑ Permitted 1 or Inspection includes travel and rocessin
❑ Not Operational Date Last Operated:.......... ............»» ............. »»................... ..............................................
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Latitude •6 « Longitude 4 4.
Type of Operation and Design Capacity
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Design f, Current
Design Current Design � :Current .,
Swine ;-Ca aci ` Po elation
Poultry ¢Ca'aci Po elation Cattle �`. ,=.Ca- aci Po uiatEvn,
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ La er ' ❑ Dairy
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❑ Feeder to Finish
General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes 3.No
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes Wo
Discharge originated at: [I Lagoon ❑ Spray field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes P No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? [:]Yes :4 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:. .............. —.... ....,
r 6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
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7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
1 8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
StrActures (LagoUns and/or 11oldin: Ponds)
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Freeboar(ft): Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4
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10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
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)
Structure 5
13. Do any of the structures lack adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
A'aste Application
14. Is there physical evidence of over application?
(If in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop type ,, ...L�................................................................................................... �.� �s.....s`ti'..5
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16. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
18. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
19. Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
20. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
21. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
For CCrlflgd Facililigl Only /t/
22. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
23. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
24. Does record keeping need improvement?
Comments f refer to question #): Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other comments.
Use drawings of facility to beiter explain situations. (use additional pages as necessary):
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature:
cc: Division of Water Quality, Water Quality
Assessment Unit
❑ Yes 56 No
❑ Yes 1, No
❑ Yes ;�No
❑ Yes ❑ No
Structure 6
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❑ Yes Z No
❑ Yes CrNo
❑ Yes KNo
Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes 0 No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ANo
❑ Yes J&,No
❑ Yes 9 No
❑ Yes J4 No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
Date: 7 J ..21
4/30/97

Draft - Revised January 20, 1999
JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility Number ' *j, ✓ Operation is flagged for a wettable
Farm Name: rvt� acre determination due to failure of
On -Site Representative: ar- e Part 11 eligibility item(s) Ft F2 F3 F4
InspectorlReviewer's Name:. +��Oh Operation not required to secure WA
determination at this time based on
Date of site visit: exemption El E2 E3 E4
Date of most recent WUP: Zd , d Annual farm PAN deficit: _pounds
Irrigation System(s) - circle #: 1. hard -hose traveler; 2. center -pivot system; 3. Iinear-move system;
A. stationary sprinkler system wlpermanent pipe; 5. stationary sprinkler system wlportabie pipe;
6. stationary gun system w/permanent.pipe; .7. stationary gun .system wlportable pipe
PART 1. WA .Determination Exemptions (Eligibility failure, Part 11, overrides Part I exemption.)
E1 Adequate irrigation design, including map depicting wettable acres, is complete
and signed by an I or PE.
E2 Adequate D, and Dz/D3 irrigation operating parameter sheets, including map
depicting wettable acres, is complete and signed by an I or PE.
E3 Adequate D, irrigation operating parameter sheet, including map depicting
wettable acres, is complete and signed by a WUP.
E4 75% rule exemption as verified in Part Ill. (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 I11).
PART 11. 75% Rule Eligibility Checklist and Documentation of WA Determination
Requirements. WA Determination required because operation fails one of the eligibility
requirements listed below:
F1 Lack of acreage which resulted in over application of wastewater (PAN) on spray-
field(s) according to farm's last two years of irrigation records.
V F2 mar, illegible, or lack of information/map.
F3 Obvious field limitations (numerous ditches; faiiure.to deduct required
buffer/setback acreage; or 25% of total acreage identified in CAWMP includes
small, irregularly shaped fields - fields'less than 5 acres for travelers or less than
2 acres for stationary sprinklers).
F4 WA determination required because CAWMP -credits field(s)'s acreage in excess
of 75% of the respective field's total acreage as noted in table in Part Ill.

Draft • 1•%crisrd January 20, 1999
Facility Number
Part III. Field by Field Determination of 75% Exemption Rule for WA Determination
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FIELD NUMBER' - hydrant, pull, zone, or point numbers may be used in place of field numbers depending on CAWMP
and type of irrigation system. if pulls, etc. cross more than one field, inspector/reviewer will have to combine fields to
calculate 75% field by field detemirmfion for exemption if possible; otherwise operation wilt be subject to WA
determination.
FIELD NUMBER2 - must be clearly delineated on map.
COMMENTS' - back-up fields with CAWMP acreage exceeding 75% of its total acres and having received less than 50%
of its annual PAN as documented in the farm's previous two years' (1997 & 1998) of irrigation records, cannot serve as the
sole basis for requiring a WA Determination. Back-up gelds must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
by irrigation system.

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Howard Broome
BroomeOs Farm
2417 Long Hope Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Dear Howard Broome:
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NCDENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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May 15, 2000 tS+iM NMEIS'r,HEAL,TH
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Subject: Status Update Wettable Acre
Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Facility Number 90-48
Union County
The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) is hereby requesting a status update concerning the
completion of a Wettable Acre Determination for your subject facility. A letter dated August 27,
1999 was sent to advise you that your facility was required to complete a Wettable Acre
Determination within six months (see attached letter). As of May 10, 2000 DWQ has not
received the facilities Wettable Acre Determination Certification Form. Please submit to DWQ
within 10 days a written explanation as to why a Wettable Acre Determination Certification Form
has not been submitted. Please include the necessary information detailing the steps taken to
certify this facility for Wettable Acres.
Please be aware that not submitting this certification within the allotted six months may
result in civil penalty assessments, permit revocation, and/or injunctive relief.
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 me at
[phone] ext. 571.
Sincerely,
Sonya Avant
Environmental Engineer
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 276"-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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and Natural Resources 'A
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Wayne McDevitt, Secretary NCDENR
Kerr T. Stevens, Director (4 V it'y'r t 4x"� ; , 4 NORTH CAi30LINA DEPAF2TMENT OF
ld ��iusrili4 ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
August 27, 1999
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Howard Broome
Broome's Farm
2417 Long Hope Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Subject: Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Broome's Farm
Facility Number 90-48
Union County
Dear Howard Broome:
A letter dated January I5, 1999 was sent to advise you about concerns associated with Certified Animal
Waste Management Plans and the method by which the irrigated acres within the plans were calculated. Only
the acres that are wetted can be credited in the waste management plan as receiving waste application. Any
acreage within the plan that can not be reached by waste application equipment can not be used as part of your
plan.
An evaluation by Alan Johnson on 4/27/99 was made to review the actual number of acres at your facility
that receive animal waste during land application. The evaluation of your facility has yielded one of the
following two results as indicated by the box marked with an "X".
Category 1:
❑ The evaluation of your facility could not be completed due to a lack of information. Please
contact your Technical Specialist to assist in providing Alan Johnson the necessary
information to potentially exempt your facility from undergoing a complete wettable acre
determination. Please submit this information to Alan Johnson, at 919 North Main Street,
Mooresville, NC 28115, within in 90 days of the receipt of this letter. If you have any
questions please contact Alan Johnson at [phone]. If within 90 days you are
unable to provide Alan Johnson with the information you are automatically required
to complete a Wettable Acre Determination as described by Category 2 below, within
180 days of receipt of this letter.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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Notification for Wettable Acre Determination
Animal Waste Management System
Page 2
Category 2:
Your facility has been identified by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources
as a facility that may have overestimated the number of acres actually receiving animal
waste. Therefore, some or all of your fields may be exceeding the allowable loading rates
set in your Certified Animal Waste Management Plan.
In order to resolve this issue, please contact a designated Technical Specialist to have him
or her conduct a Wettable Acre Determination for your facility. The Technical Specialist must
be one that has been approved by the Soil and Water Conservation Commission to conduct
Wettable Acre Determinations. Many Technical Specialist with the N.C. Cooperative Extension
Service, the Soil and Water Conservation Districts, the Natural Resources Conservation
Service, and the Division of Soil and Water Conservation have received this special
designation. You may also contact a private Technical Specialist who has received this
designation, or a Professional Engineer.
All needed modifications to your Animal Waste Management System must be made and
the Wettable Acres Determination Certification must be returned to DWO within the next
180 days. If the needed modifications are not made and if the form is not returned within the
required time, DWQ will be forced to take appropriate enforcement actions to bring this facility
into compliance. These actions may include civil penalty assessments, permit revocation,
and/or injunctive relief.
Once a Wettable Acre Determination has been completed, a copy of the attached Wettable
Acre Determination Certification must be submitted to the address listed on the form. Please
note that both the owner and the Technical Specialist must sign the certification. A copy of all
the Wettable Acre Determination documentation that applies to your Waste Utilization Plan
must be kept at your facility, DWQ and the Division of Soil & Water Conservation Staff will
review all documentation during their annual visit of your facility. An additional copy must by
kept on file at the local Soil & Water Conservation District Office. Please note that if you install
or modify your irrigation system, a designated Irrigation Specialist or a Professional Engineer
must also sign the Wettable Acre Determination Certification.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statute, Local County Ordinance, or permitting
requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Sonya Avant of our
Central Office staff at [phone] ext. 571.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary -
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Howard Broome
Broome0s Farm
2417 Long Hope Rd.
Monroe NC 28112
Dear Howard Broome:
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NCDENR
NORTH CAFROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATUW �I�jES
MMRONMENT, HEALTf9.
January 24, 2000 NATURAL RESOURCES
FEB ' 2000
INIS199 OF EtIVIR90WAL 1ARHAGIM011
VORRESVILLE REGIONAL OFFIff
Subject: Removal of Registration
Broome0s Farm
Facility Number 90-48
Union County
This is to acknowledge receipt of your request that your facility no longer be registered as an animal waste
management system per the terms of 15A NCAC 2H .0217. The information you provided us indicated that your
operation's animal population does not exceed the number set forth by 15A NCAC 2H .0217, and therefore does not
require registration for a certified animal waste management plan.
Under 15A NCAC 214.0217, your facility is deemed permitted if waste is properly managed and does not
reach the surface waters of the state. Any system determined to have an adverse impact on water quality may be
required to obtain a waste management plan or an individual permit. You are reminded that a discharge of wastes to
the surface waters of the state will subject you to a civil penalty up to $25,000 per day.
Should you decide to increase the number of animals housed at your facility beyond the threshold limits
listed below, you will be required to receive approval from the Division of Water Quality prior to stocking animals
to that level. Threshold numbers of animals are as follows:
Swine
250
Confined Cattle
100
Horses
75
Sheep
1,000
Poultry with a liquid wastes stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant of our
staff at [phone] ext 571.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens, P.E.
cc: Mooresville Water Quality Regional Office
Union Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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'- Howard Broome
:GOVERNOR
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:33271 Crow Rd.
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``Monroe, NC 28112
Mr. Broome:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
August 23, 1999
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Broome's Farm, Facility #: 9048
Union County, NC
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office visited your facility on August 19, 1999. He noted
that general maintenance of the lagoon structure and the vegetation around the buildings
was required. These two items were also noted during the inspection on April 27, 1999.
Be aware that even if the facility has been removed from the register and no longer
subject to an annual inspection, it is still necessary that the lagoon and facilities be
maintained. Also, upon removal of all animals from the facility, plans must be made for the
closure of the lagoon.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincerer ;r
J
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
919 NORTH MAIN STREETS MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 261 15
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
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JAMESB.HUNT
GOVERNOR
Howard Broome
33271 Crow Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
.Dear Mr. Broome:
' NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
April 29, 1999
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Site Inspection Report
Broome's Farm, Facility #: 90-48
Union County, NC
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on
April 27, 1999. This letter is being issued as a Notice of Deficiency for the following
:.<,�-�:reasons:
There was past evidence of a discharge (overflow) onto the ground from two of the
swine houses. Measures should be taken to prevent a reoccurence.
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The lagoon embankments are not being adequately maintained.
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There was evidence of rodents at the entrance of the swine house adjacent to the
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waste application field. Infestation should be eliminated and burrows destroyed.
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The area around the swine houses has not been adequately maintained.
Application of animal waste appeared to be unevenly distributed across the
recieving field.
As discussed during the inspection, I have enclosed a Request for Removal form
E for you to complete and sign. You may complete the form when you fall below the
threshold number of animals or wait until the operation is closed out.
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If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Rick Pigge, Union County SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
919 NORTH MAFN STREET, MOORESVI LLE, NORTH GAROLI NA 26115
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Location of Farin:
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Swine Capacity Voputatton
❑ Wean to Feeder
❑ Feeder to Finish
❑ Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder
Nwirrow to Finish
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars
Design Current Design Current
Poultry Capacity Population Cattle Capacity Population
Layer ❑ Dairy
❑ Non -Layer I I JE] Non -Dairy
❑ Other 1. 1_ i
Total Design Capacity
Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons ❑ Subsurface Drains Present 110 Lagoon Area 10 Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps ❑ No Liquid Waste Management System
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation (If yes, notify DWQ)?
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. if disc:hargc is observed, was the conveyance man-made'?
h. ]f discharge is observed. did it reach: ❑Surface Waters El Waters of the State
c. If dischar-e is observed. what is the estimated Ilow in galhtlin?
d. Does discharge hypass a lagoon system?
2. Is there evidence of' past discharge from any part of the operation'?
3. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge?
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
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❑ Yes KNo
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
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❑ No
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❑ Yes
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❑ Yes
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5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed'? (ic/ trees, severe erosion,
�] Yes
[ No
seepage, etc.)
6. Are there structures on -site which are not property addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan?
❑ Yes
WO
(If any of questions 4-6 was answered yes, and the situation poses an
immediate public health or environmental threat, notify DWQ)
7. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
Yes
❑ No
8. Does any pat( of the waste management systern other than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
Yes
❑ No
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required top of dike, maximum and minimum
liquid level elevation markings?
[/Yes
❑ No
Waste Application
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/itnproverncnt?
❑ Yes
RNo
11. Is there evidence of over application? ❑ Ponding ❑ Nitrogen
Yes
❑ No
12. Crop type
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)?
j$kYes
❑ No
14. Does the facility lack wettable acreage for land application'? (footprint)
❑ Yes
J'No
15. Does the receiving crop need improvement'?
❑ Yes
RNo
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16. Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
[9No
Required Records & Documents
17. Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit readily available?
[]l'es
❑ No
18. Does the facility fail to have all components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
(ie/ WUP, checklists, design, maps, etc.)
❑ Yes
J�No
19. Does record keeping need improvement'? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
❑ Yes
J9No
20. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes
❑ No
21. Did the facility Fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
MYes
❑ No
22. Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit?
(iel discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
❑ Yes
KN0
23, Did Reviewer/inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
(& No
24. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
WYes
❑ No
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JAMES B. HUNTJR.:,
GOVERNOR ✓"
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
December 2, 1998
Howard Broome
33271 Crow Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Lagoon level
Hargette Rd. Farm, Facility #: 90-48
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Broome:
It was brought to my attention last week by the Division of Soil and Water that
your lagoon level was high and you were in the process of converting the crop used for
waste application. I understand your reasoning for the high lagoon level, however,
remember at no time should the level in the lagoon be above the freeboard stated in your
certified farm plan. Also, the change in crop must be approved by your technical
specialist. Per our discussion via phone, please submin a written response by December
15, 1998 regarding this matter. Please address it to my attention,
file
Sincerely. --
Alan D. Johnson
Environmental Specialist II
919 NORTH MAIN STREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 281 IS
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Environmental Specialist II
Mooresville Regional Office
Dear Alan D. Johnson:
DEC 10 1998
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Subject: Lagoon level
Hargette Rd. Farm
Facility #: 90-98
Union County, N.C.
Alan, I am writing in response to our telephone conversation
concerning my lagoon level, crop coverage and waste management
plan.
Since our conversation, I have dropped my lagoon level
below the 12 inch barrier and it's nearing the 18 inch freeboard.
In regard to. why I had not maintained an 18 inch freeboard:
At the time of my last mowing and baling of my hay crop, there
was sufficient time to get another cutting of hay. We had 2 to 3
days of slow scattered showers. By the time ground was dry
enough to spray (irrigate), pigweed had sprung up everywhere.
My last hay crop was so heavy that it choked out alot of the
grasses. I knew I had to do something. At this time, I contacted
my local extension office and discussed establishing a new crop
coverage. I asked them, what they knew about MATUEA GRASS. I
explained that I wanted to change my crop coverage to MATUEA. Ta
do this, I would have to spray and kill the existing crop. Here is
where my dilemma began. Do I irrigate and feed the crop I;m trying
to kill? Or do I kill the existing crop,,then reseed and irrigate.
I chose the later of the two. I sprayed and killed the existing
crop. Then I spread 1� tons of lime per acer and broadcast 60
pounds of MATUEA per acer. I am currently applying 55 pounds of
nitrogen per acer. Today, I mailed off my soil and waste samples.
At this time, my local extension office is preparing to
rewrite my waste management plan. All in all, aL.lot•of progress
has been made in the last week.
Allen, thanks for all your help and I look forward to
seeing you in the future.
Thanks,
Howard W. Broome III

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
November 24, 1998
Howard Broome
33271 Crow rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Site Inspection
Hargette Rd. Farm, Facility #: 90-48
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Broome:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this office has been asked on several occasions about the
appropriate time and proper method to take soil and waste samples. Also, during his
inspections, he has noticed that while the storage capacity may be adequate in the
storage pond/lagoon, in some cases it was not at the level set forth in the waste
utilization plan. Mr. Johnson has also noted that some animal operations using
hay/pasture systems do not appear to be properly managing the hay crop in the waste
application fields. This letter is to highlight some concerns and provide some
general guidance for the animal facilities regarding the management of the storage
pond/lagoon and waste application fields. For more specific/detailed information,
please contact your technical specialist or your local agricultural extension service.
Be advised that should a farm be found violating its farm plan and/or have an
unpermitted discharge, besides facing civil penalties, the facility could be required to
apply for an individual permit. Currently, most farms are operating under a general
permit.
Waste applications
Just as you manage the animals at your facility, proper management of the
waste (lagoon/storage pond level) is important. The waste must be pumped from the
ponds at the correct time and provide for maximum utilization of the nutrients by the
crop. Remember, waste application rates in your farm plan are based on agronomic
principles, and assumes the waste will be applied when the nutrients are required
(e.g., applying waste to corn at tasseling or bermuda grass in November is of little
use for the uptake of nitrogen). Also, the established application rate assumes that
the previous crop has been removed from the field.
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Grass and small grain crops gown for hay should be harvested in a timely manner- To
maximize nutrient uptake, as indicated in the waste utilization plan, and for highest quality, the
crop should be harvested at early boot stage (generally every 4 to 5 weeks). Small grain for
silage can be harvested in the soft dough stage when direct cut. Contact your agricultural
extension agent or technical specialist for proper guidance.
General Recommendations for Nitrogen fNl Application for Common Crops:
• Small Grains: One-third (1/3) N at planting and remainder in late February or early
MsFaml'I
• Corn/Sorghum: For facilities that pump and haul, N should be applied prior to planting.
For those facilities that irrigate, a split application with half at planting and the remainder
when the corn is 18 inches high.
• Fescue/Orchardgrass: Apply one-half (1/2) of the N in mid -February to March and one-
half (1/2) in mid -August to September.
• Bermuda grass: Establishing: 30 to 40 lbs N/ac at planting and 30 to 60 lbs N/ac when
runners appear (6 -8 wk. after planting). Maintaining: 50 to 60 lbs N/ac in April and the
remainder of the recommended amount in equal increments in June and July or after each
cuttmcr
Finally, there have been instances where the amount of waste pumped (as shown in the
waste application records) from the lagoon/storage pond does not appear to agree with the
amount of waste produced by the animals. One would expect on an annual basis that the amount
pumped would be approximately equal to the amount being produced. For example, if a dairy is
generating 453,000 gal/yr in waste, then approximately 453,000 gallons of waste should be
accounted for in the waste application records over a year. However, there may be some
difference due to how low the storage pond was pumped, the number of cows being held in the
facility, or the amount of rainfall.
Soil analysis (FREE)
Fifteen to twenty (15 to 20) soil samples per field (20 acres or less) is desirable. The
samples should be thoroughly mixed and sent in as one sample. Each sample should be pulled 4
inches deep for pastures and no -till systems and 8 inches deep for conventional tillage systems.
Taking samples during the fall is advisable. The state lab is not as busy at that time and
can provide a more timely turn around with the results. This is also a good time to apply lime if
recommended by the soil test. When liming is necessary, it is important that it be applied as
suggested Maintaining proper soil pH is as important (if not more so) than fertilizing to
maximize crop production.

Page 3
Waste samples/analysis- ($4/sample)
The state lab now has the capability to conduct analyses and provide the results within
two working days via the internet. Through the US Postal service allow seven days. Take
samples in a timely manner such that waste application rates can be based on the most recent
sample results.
Six to eight (6 to 8) samples should be taken around the edge of the lagoon/storage pond,
approximately 6 feet from the edge and 12 inches below the surface. These can be mixed to
make one sample. The sample should be refrigerated if it is not going to be shipped the same
day. Always mail waste samples in plastic containers.
For farmers who do not have to agitate the lagoon/storage pond prior to application, it is
strongly suggested that waste samples be taken prior to waste application. This will prevent the
producer from having to go back and complete the waste application record at a later date.
For farmers who apply waste to hay fields and pastures, it is strongly suggested that
waste samples be taken quarterly if the waste is applied anytime during the growing season.
If you have questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson
or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
2 vL n q,�J
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator

JAMES B. HUNTJI
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
August 21, 1998
Howard Broome
33271 Crow Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Notice of Deficiency
DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Site Inspection Report
Broome's Farm, Facility #: 90-48
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Broome:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on
August 20, 1998. This Notice of Deficiency is being issued for failing to properly
maintain you waste application field and the inadequate storage capacity in your lagoon.
-1 The crop in your application field should be cut and baled immediately so that you
can pump your lagoon down to the proper level. Regarding the current crop in your field,
it appears to be foxtail millet, not rye. Because fescue is a cool season grass you should
ti consider adding a summer annual crop or possibly establish a fescue/bermuda mix to allow
for year-round application. Also, your pumping marker needs to be made more visible for
:: inspections. Finally, the date of harvest, number of bales, and tonnage produced from your
i hay can be included in your waste application record. Please contact your specialist if you
have any questions.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Rick Pigge, Union County SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator -
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1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? D Yes P&NO
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? Z Yes 0 No
Discharge originated at: [] Lagoon [I Spray Field 0 Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made?
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ)
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge?
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require
maintenance/improvement?
6. Is facility not in compliance With any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
7. Did the facility fail to havea certified operator in responsible charge?
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A. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
Structures (j agoons.Holding Ponds, -Flush Pits, etc.)
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4
Identifier:
Freeboard(ft):................ t...Ga.......... ........ I...........................
10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures?
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?
Waste Application
14. Is there physical evidence of over application?
- (If in excess of WMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
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17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
18. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
19. Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
20. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
21. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
22. Does record keeping need improvement?
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23. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
24. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
25. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Permit?
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Howard roome
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Monroe NC 128112
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Regional DWQ Staff Date Record Exported to Permits Database

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIYISION•OF.WA r& QUALITY
May ' 12, 1948
MAY 15 1998
Howard Broome
Broome's Farm 4iY13;u OF MV`x'T--1--0U
2417 Long Hope Road. tM= Gf [
Monroe NC 28112
SUBJECT: Designation of a Certified Operator in Charge
Broome's Farm
Facility # 90-48
Union County
Dear Mr. Broome:
North Carolina General Statute 90 A-47.2 requires the owner of each animal waste
management system that serves 250 or more swine, 100 or more confined cattle, 75 or
more horses, 1,000 or more sheep, or 30,000 or more confined poultry with a liquid
animal waste management system, to designate a properly certified operator as the
Operator in Charge (01C). Our records indicate that the OIC you previously
designated is no longer a certified animal waste management system operator.
As the owner of a registered animal operation with an animal waste management
system, you must designate a certified animal waste management system operator as
the Operator in Charge. Enclosed is an Operator in Charge Designation Form
specifically for your facility. Please return this completed form to this office by
June 12, 1998. Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as
absolving you of the responsibility and liability for any past or future violations for
your failure to designate an appropriate Operator in Charge.
If you have any questions regarding the certification of an operator, or need assistance
in locating a certified operator in your area, please contact
Cindy Dudley with the Technical Assistance and Certification Unit at
[phone] ext. 309.
Sincerely,
I. 14"
Joseph B. McMinn, Supervisor
Technical Assistance & Certification Unit
cd/Desig. of certified OIC
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr„ Governor
d?pathan B. Howes, Secretary
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Howard Broome
2417 Long Hope Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Dear Mr. Williams:
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DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 21, 1997
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
Broome's Farm, Facility #: 90-48
Union County, NC
A site inspection of your facility was conducted on July 17, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of this
Office. The facility was in good shape. Upon certification, your files at a minimum, need to contain the
following:
Certification forms
Site diagram
Waste application records/forms
Maps of acreage and irrigated fields
Waste management plan (if applicable)
The waste utilization plan is a component of the waste management plan
Soil/waste analysis records
Enclosed are forms to be used for keeping track of your waste applications.
Any further correspondence related to the subject inspection will be sent under separate cover.
Also, please be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide'for penalties of up to $10,000 per
day per violation as well as criminal penalties for violations of state environmental laws and regulations.
If you have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at
[phone].
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union County SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Time of Inspection 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
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❑ Certified ❑ Permitted or Inspection includes travel and rocessin
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Location of Farm:
Latitude 0 4 " Longitude • 4 46
General
I. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes ]SNo
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes Wo
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b. if discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
c. -If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes 19 No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes j1 No
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require ❑ Yes §,No
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Facility Number:
6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge?
S. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
Structures ([lagoons and/or Holding Pon"
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Freeboard (ft): Structure 1 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?
❑ Yes $� No
❑ Yes k No
❑ Yes VrNo
❑ Yes ❑ No
Structure S Structure 6
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?
W85te Application *4
14. Is there physical evidence of over application?
(If in excess of WIIMP, or runoff entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop type ,, `4' �.l�.t'......... �...........�............�...........
16. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
18. Does. the receiving crop need improvement?
19. Is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
20. Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
21, Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
For Certified Facilities Only Ir/?4
22. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
23. Were any additional problems noted'which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
24. Does record keeping need improvement?
❑ Yes ,b No
❑ Yes ZNo
❑ Yes RNo
k Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes k No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ANo
❑ Yes allo
[:]Yes J.No
❑ Yes J4 No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes ❑ No
Reviewer/Inspector Name : ; f " f .v;�. ..,....; `
ReviewerAnspector Signature: L -,Date: 7" /%
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State of North Carolina
' Department of Environment,
` Health and Natural Resources
Division of Environmental Management
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Howard Broome
33271 Crow rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Dear Mr. BroomeUnion SWCD:
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DMSION OF WATER QUALITY
September 15, 1997
Subject: Certification/Notice of Violations
Hargette Rd. Farm, Facility #: 9048
Union County, NC
The deadline for the certified waste management plan to be implemented is December 31, 1997,
and there will be no extension of the deadline. With this in mind, this letter will touch on some of the
general components and issues that are of concern during an inspection.
As a certified, or soon to be certified, farm your files at a minimum must contain the following
information, and need to be available for review during the inspection:
Certification forms
Site diagram - showing fencing, streams, buffer zones
Waste application records/forms
Maps of acreage and irrigated fields
Waste utilization plan
Waste and soil analysis records
Emergency action plan and mortality & odor control checklist
Regarding waste application records, all information should be recorded. This includes (but is
not limited to) the field used, total minutes waste was applied (if required), the amount of waste irrigated/
hauled, the amount of nitrogen applied and the crop nitrogen balance. The crops and fields that are being
utilized for waste application must be specified in the certified waste management plan. For those
facilities that grow hay, the date when the hay is harvested should be recorded. If you feel the plan does
not allow you the flexibility you need, contact a technical specialist to have the farm plan modified.
For lagoons/storage ponds, remember that a freeboard of 12 inches plus an additional 5 - 9
inches (depending on location) for a 25 year/24 hour rain event must be maintained from the top of the
storage pond/lagoon. If there is an emergency spillway/pipe, then the level must be maintained to
compensate for a 25 yr/24 hr storm. A pumping marker must also be installed. This may be a pipe or
other structure that is already in the lagoon. Whatever the marker is, it must be prominently identified.
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The question often comes up as to what warrants a Notice of Violation (NOV). An NOV may
be issued for the following instances, among others:
a) inadequate freeboard,
b) inadequate land for waste application,
c) application on an unapproved crop/acreage,
d) discharge of waste from lagoon/facility,
e) excessive vegetation on the sideslopes of a lagoon/pond, or
f) other minor deficiencies.
Examples of a deficiency would be the waste or soil analysis forms not being up to date or the
application records not being filled out properly.
Please note, failure to submit the certification form by December 31, 1997, does not exclude you
from the responsibility of maintaining your storage pond/lagoon levels and waste application records.
Also, please be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per
day per violation as well as criminal penalties for violations of state environmental laws and regulations.
If you have any questions concerning this letter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Alan Johnson or me
at [phone].
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Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
Sincerely,
Ae i&6 s o
Water Quali egional Supervisor

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr- Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
1DEHNR
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
March 6, 1996
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Howard Broome
2417 Long Hope Road
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Notice of Violation
Facility No. 90-48
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Broome:
You are hereby notified that your swine farm, Facility Number 90-48, which
has been deemed permitted to have a nondischarge permit for an animal waste
disposal system pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0217, has been found to be in violation
of its 2H .0217 Permit.
An investigation of the subject facility found wastewater discharging from
the lagoon. The waste stream flowed from the lagoon across a pasture area and
into a ditch that continued down gradient. The discharge is a violation of the
Permit.
The Division of Environmental Management will proceed to revoke your
farms deemed permitted status unless the following measures are implemented:
1. Immediately eliminate the discharge of wastewater.
2. Make any modifications needed to ensure there will be no future
discharges.
It is requested that you respond in writing to this Notice, indicating the
actions you have taken. Please address your response to Mr. Roberto L. Scheller
by no later then March 27, 1996.
Also, be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of
Environment Management from taking enforcement actions for this violation or any
past or future violations.
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Notice of Violation
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If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to
contact either D. Rex Gleason, Water Quality Regional Supervisor, or Mr.
Roberto L . Scheller at [phone] .
Sincerely,
B. 6ith Overcash, P.E.
Regional Supervisor
Attachment
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Ralston James, Regional Coordinator, NC DSWC
Compliance/Enforcement File

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
November 13, 1996
Howard Broome
Hargette Road Farm
33271 Crow Road
Monroe NC 28112
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Hargette Road Farm
Facility ID#: 90-48
Union County
Dear Mr. Broome:
N-C. DFF-'. OF
ENVIRONiMENT, 1-11t,
& NATURAL 1iESOUiz(,rS
NOV 19 1996
DIVISION OF ENVI209I4E1;iAL r:"AKAGE?i;EHI
RIOO1sESVilLE REGIONAL OFFICE
Senate Bill 1217, An Act to Implement Recommendations of the Blue Ribbon Study
Commission on Agricultural Waste, enacted by the 1996 North Carolina General Assembly,
requires a certified operator for each animal waste management system that serves 250 or more
swine by January 1, 1997. The owner of each animal waste management system must submit a
designation form to the Technical Assistance and Certification Group which designates an
Operator in Charge and is countersigned by the certified operator. The enclosed form must be
submitted by January 1, 1997 for all facilities in operation as of that date. Failure to designate a
certified operator for your animal waste management system is a violation of 15A NCAC 2H
.0224 and may result in the assessment of a civil penalty.
If you have questions concerning operator training or examinations for certification, please
contact your local North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service agent or our office.
Examinations have been offered on an on -going basis in many counties throughout the state for
the past several months and will continue to be offered through December 31, 1996.
Thank you for your cooperation. If you have any questions concerning this requirement please
call Beth Buffington or Barry Huneycutt of our staff at 91gn33-0026.
Sincerely
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
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Site Requires Immediate Attention: _
Facility No�-�
DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL, MANAGEMENT
ANIMAL FEEDLOT OPERATIONS SITE VISITATION RECORD
DATE: � , 1995
Time:
Farm Name/Owns
Mailing Address:
County:U\r\� Integrator Phone:
On Site Representative:_Phone:
Physical -Ad&ss[Locatio
Type of Operation: Swine�Poultry_Cattle_Design Capacity Number of Animals on Site:
Latitude: Longitude: Elevation: Feet
Circle Yes or No
Does the Animal Waste Lagoon have sufficient freeboard of 1 Foot + 25 year 24 hour storm event
(appro-imately I Foot + 7 inches) Yes or No Actual Freeboard: Ft, �y Inches
Was any seepage observed from the lagoon(s)? Yes o6 Was any erosion observed? Yes o No
Is adequate land available for spray? (e or No Is the cover crop adequate? Ye or No
Crop(s) being utilized:
Does the facility meet SCS minimum setback criteria? 200 Feet from Dwellings?Q or No
100 Feet from Wells? es r No
Is the animal waste stockpiled within 100 Feet of USGS Blue Line Stream? Yes oa
Is animal waste land applied or spray irrigated within 25 Feet of a USGS Map Blue Line? Yes orA
Is animal waste discharged into waters of the state by man-made ditch, flushing system, or other
similar man-made devices? Yes or` �If Yes, Please Explain.
Does the facility maintain adequate waste management records (volumes of manure, land applied,
spray irrigated on specific acreage with cover crop)? Yes oGb
Additional Comments: tr4�\\
Inspector Name _� �S: � \�P,r— _ _ Signatur
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