900067_PERMIT FILE_20171231

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
,.I Health and Natural Resources •
Mooresville Regional Office a
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor [:)P.HNF;Z
. :.;d��athan B. Howes, Secretary
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 21, 1997
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Courtney:
A site inspection of your facility was conducted on July 17, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of this
Office. In general the facility was in good shape. However, lagoon #1 needs to have the vegetation cut off
the sides and lagoon #2 needs to be seeded with grass to reduce the potential of erosion. Enclosed are forms
to be used for keeping track of your waste applications.
Any further correspondence related to the subject inspection will be sent under separate cover. Also.
please be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per day per
violation as well as criminal penalties for violations of state environmental laws and regulations. If you
have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at (704) 663-
1699.
Sincerely,
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, 4C
FAX [phone]
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❑ DSWC .Animal Feedlot -Operation Review
DWQ Animal Feedlot Operation tSrte`Inspection
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Routine Q Complaint O Follow-up of DW Q inspection O Follow-up of DSWC review Q Other
Date of inspection
Facility Number ;
Time of inspection © 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: ❑ Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for 1 hr 15 min)) Spent on Review
Certified ❑ Permitted or Ins ection includes travel and processing)
❑ Not Operational Date Last O erated: .... . . ..... . .... . ....... ..... ....._ .... ...
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OnsiteRepresentative:... '4ak1iS...............C&'. Tr� .................... ........... Integrator:................................................................... ....................
Certified Operator:.... ...................................... Operator Certification Number: ..{t' ...........
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Latitude 0 4 64 Longitude • �0
Type of Operation and Design Capacity
t ;Design; Current Design Current y z u Design ;Current
r Swine ,Ca aci Po ulation Poultry Ca `aci Po uilation :z Cattle Ca ae]Po ulation
❑ Wean to Feeder ❑ Layer ❑ Dairy
❑ Feeder to Finish ❑ Non -La er'" ❑ Non-Dairy
El Farrow to Wean
91 Farrow to Feeder ;Total DCsipn Ca $$aCI}y
Farrow to Finish # r e t
'Total SSLW�`�
Number of Lagoons / Holding Ponds ❑Subsurface Drains Present
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❑ Lagoon Area ❑Spray Field Area a
-General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes 0 No
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes 1@ No
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b. if discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes A9 No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes SNo
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require ❑ Yes 14No
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement?'
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Facility Number:............. Z.............»
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?
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed?
Structures_(Lagoons and/or_Ifolding Ponds)
9. Is stone caps {freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate?
Freeboa (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 RINo
❑ Yes (V No
❑ Yes Z No
❑ Yes 0 No
Structure 5 Structure 6
12. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
(If any of questions 9-I2 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 Agglication
14. Is there physical evidence of over application?
(If in excess of WMP, or runof entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop type l L1�4 ....... . ! ,. /Ts . ...................................... . j-�........ M t .� r
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
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 ❑ No
i Yes 0 No
Yes 'No
XYes ❑ No
❑ Yes No
❑ Yes (J�No
❑ Yes &No
Yes ❑ No
❑ Yes W No
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❑ Yes ONO
❑ Yes PNo
❑ Yes RNo
❑ Yes kNo
Comments (refer to question #): Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other. comments.: -
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature:
cc: Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section, ffac lity Assessment Unit
Date: w
4/30/97

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D., Acting Director
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMIiNT OF
ENVIRONMEN-r ANC) NATURAL RESOURCES
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February 20, 2002 j rFB 2 2 2002
Dennis Courtney'
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd 9A I'L -
Monroe NC 28112 4.
Subject: Removal of Registration
Dennis Courtney
Facility Number 90-67
Union County
Dear Dennis Courtney:
This is to acknowledge receipt of your request that your facility no longer be registered as an animal waste
management system per the terms of 15A NCAC 2H .0217. The information you provided us indicated that your
operation's animal population does not exceed the number set forth by 15A NCAC 2H .0217, and therefore does not
require registration for a certified animal waste management plan.
Under 15A NCAC 2H .0217, your facility is deemed permitted if waste is properly managed and does not
reach the surface waters of the state. Any system determined to have an adverse impact on water quality may be
required to obtain a waste management plan or an individual permit. You are reminded that a discharge of wastes to
the surface waters of the state will subject you to a civil penalty up to $25,000 per day.
Should you decide to increase the number of animals housed at your facility beyond the threshold limits
listed below, you will be required to receive approval from the Division of Water Quality prior to stocking animals
to that level. Threshold numbers of animals are as follows:
Swine
250
Confined Cattle
100
Horses
75
Sheep
1,000
Poultry with a liquid wastes stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant at
[phone] ext. 571or Steve Lewis [phone] ext. 539.
Sincerely,
Gregory J. Thorpe, Ph.D.
cc: Mooresville Regional Office
Union Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] Fax [phone]
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
December 13, 2000
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Dennis Courtney
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd
Monroe NC 28.112
Farm Number: 90 - 67
Dear Dennis Courtney:
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You are hereby notified that Dennis Courtney, in accordance with G.S. 143-215.10C, 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 Theresa Nartea at [phone] extension 375 or Alan
Johnson with the Mooresville Regional Office at [phone].
�erely,
for Kerr T. Stevens
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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State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Michael F. Easley, Governor
Sherri Evans -Stanton, Acting Secretary
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
DENNIS COURTNEY
DENNIS COURTNEY
8016 LANDSFORD RD
MONROE NC 28112
Dear Mr. Courtney:
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NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT ANo NATURAL
RE50URCE5
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o NR'T'URAL RESOURCES
January 11, 2001
JAM 22 2001
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Subject: Application No. AWS900067
Additional Information Request
Dennis Courtney
Animal Waste Operation
Union County
The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has received your application and has noted the statement
on the application form that stated, "no hogs on this farm in over 8 months." In order for us to remove
you from our database you need to fill out the attached form, "Request for removal from registration."
Please complete and send back to us immediately. I have enclosed an addressed envelope, please add a
stamp, for your convenience. Thank you.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at [phone], ext. 375.
Sincerely,
Theresa Nartea
Soil Scientist
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit
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Permit File
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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Draft - Revised January 20, 1999
JUSTIFICATION & DOCUMENTATION FOR MANDATORY WA DETERMINATION
Facility NumberOperation is flagged for a wettable
Farm Name: acre determination due to failure of
On -Site Representative:A4o,­,d,_ e"� ,._V Part 11 eligibility item(s) F1 F2 F3 F4
Inspector/Reviewer's Name: 4 eL n,�pjj Operation not required to secure WA
determination at this time based on
Date of site visit: ���� _ T exemption E1 E2 E3 E4
Date of most recent WUP: Annual farm PAN deficit: T 3,� pounds
Irrigation System(s) - circle #: 1. hard -hose traveler; 2. center -pivot system; 3. linear -move system;
4. stationary sprinkler system w/permanent pipe; 5. stationary sprinkler system wlportable pipe;
6. stationary gun system wlpermanent pipe; 7. stationary gun system wlportable pipe
PART I. WA D termination 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 D,/D, irrigation operating parameter sheets, including map
depicting wettable acres, is complete and signed by an I or PE.
E3 Adequate D, irrigation operating parameter sheet, including map depicting
wettable acres, is complete and signed by a WUP.
E4 75% rule exemption as verified in Part 111. (NOTE: 75 % exemption cannot be
applied to farms that fail the eligibility checklist in Part 11. Complete eligibility
checklist, Part 11 - F1 F2 F3, before completing computational table in Part III).
PART It. 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.
F2 Unclear, illegible, or lack of information/map
F3 Obvious field limitations (numerous ditches; failure 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 111.

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Draft - Revised January 20, 1999
Facility Number
Part lil. Field by Field Determination of 750/o•'Exemption Rule for WA Determination
TRACT
NUMBER
FIELD
NUMBER'
TYPE OF
IRRIGATION
SYSTEM
TOTAL
ACRES
CAWMP
ACRES
FIELD
%
COMMENTS'
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1
HhLL) NUMBER' - hydrant, pun, zone, or point numbers may be used in place or 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 determination for exemption if possible; otherwise operation will be subject to WA
determination.
FIELD NUMBERZ - 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 fields must be noted in the comment section and must be accessible
by irrigation system.

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
May 18, 1999
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Site Inspection Report
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Courtney:
I was informed that your operation had been removed from the active list. Because I
could not confirm who had verified the request, On May 16, 2000, while doing inspections of
other facilities in the area, I performed a limited inspection of your facility. In general the
facility appeared to be in good shape and below the threshold. You should have already
received the inspection report.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me
at [phone].
cc: file
Sincerely,
l
Alan D.Johnson 74
Environmental Sped ist I
919 NORTH MAIN sTREET, MOORESVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 28115
PHONE[phone] FAX [phone]
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❑ Division of Soil and Water Conservation - Operation Review
"^ ❑ Division or Sail and Water Conservation - Compliance Inspection
9 Division of Water Quality - Compliance Inspection
Other Agency - Operation Review
Routine O Com taint O Poilo%+-u j u!' DNV ins ection O Foliovv-u of l)S«'C revic.v O Other
l acility Numhcr T T -- llatc of Impection
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Time of Inspection ' 24 hr. (hh:mm)
❑ Permitted Certified ❑ Conditionally Certified ❑ Registered Nut U crational Date Last Operated: p ' ..........................
Farm Name: .................... ........0 L?44.r.1..ri ..........:...`.?. r.G.�......Countv . ......... h, K i ......................... .. .......................
Owner Namc:..................�.�,!/J.�.�...........�O.�r. .. _ 7/
' z................................ Phone No:.-........7...G�..`1..:..... .........%.....................
FacilityContact: .............................................................................Title:................................................................ Phone No: ...................................................
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Mailing Address: ..............'S�L�../ ........ .�i:.r.tG�S � .....!�4 ................. .. 11/G?.r.z1.,.crF�..................................... .........Z...........
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Onsile Representative ............ L(/..-,I-e ....... .. Inte;,rator:.............................................................
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Certified Operator :............ ......... �....................... Operator Ccrttlication \umher:._
Location of Farm: -
............... ............................. -... ................................................. ................. ....................... ......... ............... ................ .................,............................................ I ...........................
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Latitude •` Longitude �•
Design Current Design Current Design Current
Swine Capacity Population Poultry Capacity_ Population Cattle Capacity Population
❑ Wean to Feeder ❑ Laver ❑ Dairy
❑ Feeder to Finish 10 Non -Laver ❑ Non -Dairy
❑ Farrow to Wean
Farrow to Feeder ❑Other
❑ Farrow to Finish Total Design Capacity
❑ Gilts
❑ Boars Total SSLW
Number of Lagoons 10 Subsurface Drains Present 10 Lagoon Area ❑ Spray Field Area
Holding Ponds / Solid Traps ❑ N'o Liquid Waste :Management System
Discharges & Stream Impacts
1. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes X'Io
Discharge ori1'inalcd :rt: []Lagoon ❑ Spray Field ❑ Other
a. if discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made" []Yes [-]No
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Water of the State? (If yet, notify DWQ) [:]Yes ❑ No
c. If discharge is observed. what is the estimated t1ow in gal/min?
d. Dtics 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 ELNo
Waste Collection & Treatment
4. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Spillway ❑ Yes XLNo
Structure I Structure 2 Structure Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identifier:
Freeboard (inches): .31C) ...... ..............................................................................
5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees, severe erosion, ❑YesNo
seepaee. etc.)
3/23/99 Continued on back

4 facility � unihcr: — Dal of Ij spection
I�A6. 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 ether than waste structures require maintenance/improvement?
9. Do any stuctures lack adequate, gauged markers with required maximum and minimum liquid level
elevation markings?
❑ Yes �INo
❑ Yes ig No
❑ Yes 5No
❑ Yes ;KNo
Waste Ayelication
10. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes 2,No
11. Is there evidence of over application? Excessive Ponding ❑ PAN ❑ Yes (�f No
12. Crop type
13. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP)? ❑ Yes ❑ No
14. a) Does the facility lack adequate acreage for land application? ❑Yes ❑ No'
b) Does the facility need a wettable acre determination? ❑ Yes ❑ No
c) This facility is pended for a wettable acre determination? ❑ Yes ❑ No
15.
Does the receiving crop need improvement?
❑ Yes
R] NO
16.
Is there a lack of adequate waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
' iJ No
Required Records & Documents
17.
Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit readily available'?
❑ Yes
❑ No
18.
Does the facility fail to have ail components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
Oe/ WUP, checklists. design, maps, etc.)
❑ Yes
❑ No
19.
Does record keeping need improvement? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
❑ Yes
❑ No
20.
Is facility not'in compliance with any applicable setback -criteria in effect at the time of design?
❑ Yes
❑ No
21.
Did the facility fail to have a actively certified operator in charge?
❑ Yes
❑ No
22,
Fail to notify regional DWQ of emergency situations as required by General Permit'
(ie/ discharge, freeboard problems, over application)
❑ Yes
❑ No
23.
Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
V1 Yes
❑ No
24.
Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
R No
25.
Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
❑ No
0: Rio violations pp'. . ciencies mere rtatea ciiFr trig` is'visit: You will ceceiye Rio, i'uirther ......
.� corres�6ndei ' e. about this .visit_ • . • - . . • . . .
Comments (refer to question #): Explain any YES answers and/or any recommendations or any other comments.
Use drawings of facility to better explain situahons {use additional pages as necessary):
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature: /�. Date:
3/23/99

Facility Number: — Date of Inspection
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?
29. Is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt,
roads, building structure, and/or public property)
29. Is the land application spray system intake not located near the liquid surface of the lagoon?
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.)
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover"
32. Do the flush tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover?
mments
❑ Yes
�zNo
❑ Yes
4?-N«
❑ Yes
�o
❑ Yes
9-4fu
❑ Yes
u
❑ Yes
❑ No
3/23/99

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary -
Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Dennis Courtney
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd
Monroe NC 28112
Dear Dennis Courtney:
NCDENR
NORTH CAROL-INA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
I�i.G C7Lrt''1'.
M4"RONMENT, HEALTPC
January 24, 2000 O NATU11AL R&'iOURCES
FEB 4 2000
CRIO11 Of E111fIUNMRTAi MA#Af,EME111
Subject: Removal of RegisJ°tlonlllE WINK OFFICE
Dennis Courtney
Facility Number 90-67
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 2H .0217, your facility is deemed permitted if waste is properly managed and does not
reach the surface waters of the state. Any system determined to have an adverse impact on water quality may be
required to obtain a waste management plan or an individual permit. You are reminded that a discharge of wastes to
the surface waters of the state will subject you to a civil penalty up to $25,000 per day.
Should you decide to increase the number of animals housed at your facility beyond the threshold limits
listed below, you will be required to receive approval from the Division of Water Quality prior to stocking animals
to that level. Threshold numbers of animals are as follows:
Swine
250
Confined Cattle
100
Horses
75
Sheep
1,000
Poultry with a liquid wastes stem
30,000
If you have questions regarding this letter or the status of your operation please call Sonya Avant of our
staff at [phone] ext 571.
Sincerely,
Kerr T. Stevens, P.E.
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Union Soil and Water Conservation District
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May 25, 1999
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Site Inspection Report
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Courtney:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on May
18, 1999. In general the facility appeared to be in good shape. However, the operator needs
to ensure that the waste analysis is taken at the appropriate time and that a site diagram is
included in your files.
During many of Mr. Johnson's inspections he has noted that some farms are often
missing one or more components of the farm plan that should be available for review. The
following items must be available for review by the inspector during the inspection.
• Certification forms.
• Site Diagram: Fencing, streams, buffer zones, feed areas must be shown.
• Waste Application records with accompanying waste analysis.
• Maps of acreage and irrigated fields,
• Waste Utilization plan: Tract/field number, usable/wettable acres (not
necessarily total acreage), list of crops, PAN required, and amount of waste
produced by livestock.
• Waste and Soil analysis info: Must have 3 years of data.
It is suggested that this be maintained in a single folder.
• Emergency Action Plan must be posted.
• Insect, Odor Control, and Mortality Checklists must be completed.
• Certified Operator renewal card.
Failure to have the above components available and complete could result in a Notice of
Violation or other enforcement actions. Also remember that waste applications should be
made during the time the crop can utilize the nutrients in the waste. In general waste should
be applied no earlier than 30 days prior to planting.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact
Mr. Johnson or me at [phone].
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D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
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a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made'?
h. If discharge is observed, did it reach Water of the State? (If yes, notify DWQ)
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (Il' yes, notify DWQ)
2. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation?
3. Were there any adverse impacts or potential adverse impacts to the Waters of the State other than from a discharge?
Waste Collection & Treatment
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Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5
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5. Are there any immediate threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? (ie/ trees, severe erosion,
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'6. Are there structures on -site which are not properly addressed and/or managed through a waste management or
closure plan?
(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
12. Crop type
13. Do the receiving cropsldiffer with those designated 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?
Reguired Records & Documents
17. Fail to have Certificate of Coverage & General Permit readily available?
18. Does the facility fail to have all components of the Certified Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
(ie/ WUP, checklists, design, maps, etc.)
19. Does record keeping need improvement? (ie/ irrigation, freeboard, waste analysis & soil sample reports)
20. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design?
21. Did the facility fail to have a 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?
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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 $J!ZNo
liquid level of lagoon or storage pond with no agitation?
27. Are there any dead animals not disposed of properly within 24 hours? ❑ Yes ANo
28. Is there any evidence of wind drift during land application? (i.e. residue on neighboring vegetation, asphalt, ❑ Yes t<- 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 6NO
30. Were any major maintenance problems with the ventilation fan(s) noted? (i.e, broken Can belts, missing or
or broken fan blade(s), inoperable shutters, etc.) ❑ Yes FNo
31. Do the animals feed storage bins fail to have appropriate cover? ❑ Yes fiZNo
32, Do the flush tanks lack a submerged fill pipe or a permanent/temporary cover? ❑ Yes No
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MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
November 24, 1998
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Site Inspection
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Courtney:
Mr. Alan Johnson of this office has been asked on several occasions about the
appropriate time and proper method to take soil and waste samples. Also, during his
inspections, he has noticed that while the storage capacity may be adequate in the
storage pond/lagoon, in some cases it was not at the level set forth in the waste
utilization plan. Mr. Johnson has also noted that some animal operations using
hay/pasture systems do not appear to be properly managing the hay crop in the waste
application fields. This letter is to highlight some concerns and provide some
general guidance for the animal facilities regarding the management of the storage
pond/lagoon and waste application fields. For more specific/detailed information,
please contact your technical specialist or your local agricultural extension service.
Be advised that should a farm be found violating its farm plan and/or have an
unpermitted discharge, besides facing civil penalties, the facility could be required to
apply for an individual permit. Currently, most farms are operating under a general
permit.
Waste applications
Just as you manage the animals at your facility, proper management of the
waste (lagoon/storage pond level) is important. The waste must be pumped from the
ponds at the correct time and provide for maximum utilization of the nutrients by the
crop. Remember, waste application rates in your farm plan are based on agronomic
principles, and assumes the waste will be applied when the nutrients are required
(e.g., applying waste to corn at tasseling or bermuda grass in November is of little
use for the uptake of nitrogen). Also, the established application rate assumes that
the previous crop has been removed from the field.
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Grass and small grain crops grown for hay should be harvested in a timely manner. To
maximize nutrient uptake, as indicated in the waste utilization plan, and for highest quality, the
crop should be harvested at early boot stage (generally every 4 to 5 weeks). Small grain for
silage can be harvested in the soft dough stage when direct cut. Contact your agricultural
extension agent or technical specialist for proper guidance.
General Recommendations for Nitrogen aD Application_ for Common_Qrops:
• Small Grains: One-third (1/3) N at planting and remainder in late February or early
March.
• CornlSorghum: 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
cutting.,
Finally, there have been instances where the amount of waste pumped (as shown in the
waste application records) from the lagoon/storage pond does not appear to agree with the
amount of waste produced by the animals. One would expect on an annual basis that the amount
pumped would be approximately equal to the amount being produced. For example, if a dairy is
generating 453,000 gal/yr in waste, then approximately 453,000 gallons of waste should be
accounted for in the waste application records over a year. However, there may be some
difference due to 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
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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,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union SWCD
Non -Discharge Compliance Unit
Regional Coordinator

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Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Dear Mr. Courtney:
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
MOORESVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
August 21, 1998
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations
Site Inspection Report
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site inspection of your facility on
August 20, 1998. It was observed that the lagoon embankments need to be maintained and
the waste application field limed. Also as discussed, it would reduce confusion if each
irrigation riser was kept separate for record keeping (waste application) purposes.
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? ❑ Yes �o
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes VNo
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 'KNo
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes %No
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoons/holding ponds) require ❑ Yes KNo
maintenance/improvement?
6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design? ❑ Yes 4—FNo
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge? ❑ Yes JN:�Io
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8. Ark there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed? ❑ Yes kNo
Structures (Lagoons,Holding Ponds. Flush Pits, etc.)
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Yes kLNO
Structure 1 Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
Identi 6 er:
Freeboard(ft): ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................
10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures? ❑ Yes - 1.No
11. Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed? ❑ Yes [LNo
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)
15. Crop e
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 reviewlinspection 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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DMSION OF WATER QUALITY
September 15, 1997
Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Subject: Certification/Notice of Violations
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
Dear Mr. Courtney:
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 Iagoon/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,
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Water Quali Supervisor

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Mooresville Regional Office
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
paihan 8. Howes, Secretary
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Dennis Courtney
8016 Landsford Rd.
Monroe, NC 28112
Dear Mr. Courtney:
1DEHNR
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
July 21, 1997
Subject: DWQ Animal Waste Operations Site
Inspection Report
Courtney Farm, Facility #: 90-67
Union County, NC
A site inspection of your facility was conducted on July 17, 1997 by Mr. Alan Johnson of this
Office. In general the facility was in good shape. However, lagoon #1 needs to have the vegetation cut off
the sides and lagoon #2 needs to be seeded with grass to reduce the potential of erosion. Enclosed are forms
to be used for keeping track of your waste applications.
Any further correspondence related to the subject inspection will be sent under separate cover. Also,
please be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide for penalties of up to $10,000 per day per
violation as well as criminal penalties for violations of state environmental laws and regulations. If you
have any questions concerning this report, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Johnson or me at (704) 663-
1699.
Sincerely,
D. Rex Gleason, P. E.
Water Quality Regional Supervisor
cc: Union County SWCD
Facility Assessment Unit
Regional Coordinator
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Routine O Complaint O Follow-up of DWQ inspection Q Follow-up of DSWC review O Other
Facility Number Date of Inspection 7�7-97
Time of Inspection ® 24 hr. (hh:mm)
Total Time (in fraction of hours
Farm Status: ❑ Registered ❑ Applied for Permit (ex:1.25 for 1 hr 15 min)) Spent on Review
WCertifed ❑ Permitted or Inspection includes travel andprocessing)
❑ Not Operational Date Last O erated* .......................................................................r...............................................................................
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Land Owner Name:.. Piet ...... ..�As..r..TL4 ............................... Phone No: :Fet:!:5t^.......... ...... ........ ........ 5...............................
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Certified Operator:...... ut!1,.C. ..................... ...................... Operator Certification Number:.A.i ..�1y............
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Latitude Longitude
General
1. Are there any buffers that need maintenance/improvement? ❑ Yes 0 No
2. Is any discharge observed from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes %Q No
Discharge originated at: ❑ Lagoon ❑ Spray field ❑ Other
a. If discharge is observed, was the conveyance man-made? ❑ Yes ❑ No
b. If discharge is observed, did it reach Surface Water? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
c. If discharge is observed, what is the estimated flow in gal/min?
d. Does discharge bypass a lagoon system? (If yes, notify DWQ) ❑ Yes ❑ No
3. Is there evidence of past discharge from any part of the operation? ❑ Yes No
4. Were there any adverse impacts to the waters of the State other than from a discharge? ❑ Yes E.No
5. Does any part of the waste management system (other than lagoonstholding ponds) require [:]Yes VNo
4/30/97 maintenance/improvement? Continued on back

Facility Number:................ ...............
6. Is facility not in compliance with any applicable setback criteria in effect at the time of design? ❑ Yes Q'LNo
7. Did the facility fail to have a certified operator in responsible charge? ❑ Yes (17j No
8. Are there lagoons or storage ponds on site which need to be properly closed? ❑ Yes No
Strpctures (LaMns andlor holding Ponds]
9. Is storage capacity (freeboard plus storm storage) less than adequate? ❑ Yes O'No
Freeboard (ft): Structure I Structure 2 Structure 3 Structure 4 Structure 5 Structure 6
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10. Is seepage observed from any of the structures? ❑ Yes ❑ No
11. Is erosion, or any other threats to the integrity of any of the structures observed?
j Yes
PQ No
12. Do any of the structures need maintenance/improvement?
gYes
'No
(If any of questions 9-12 was answered yes, and the situation poses an
immediate public health or environmental threat, notify DWQ)
13. Do any of the structures lack adequate minimum or maximum liquid level markers?
XYes
❑ No
Waste plicatiou
14. Is there physical evidence of over application?
❑ Yes
RNo
(If in excess of WMP, or runo 7entering waters of the State, notify DWQ)
15. Crop type .e4w,,4e .......1. f ... tT �..... ..................................... 3A.;�....... .I�C 1 .
16. Do the receiving crops differ with those designated in the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP)?
❑ Yes
(12�rNo
17. Does the facility have a lack of adequate acreage for land application?
❑ Yes
)!�,No
18. Does the receiving crop need improvement?
WYes
❑ No
19. is there a lack of available waste application equipment?
❑ Yes
5'No
20, Does facility require a follow-up visit by same agency?
❑ Yes
Q�qo
21. Did Reviewer/Inspector fail to discuss review/inspection with on -site representative?
❑ Yes
O'No
For-CertifiedFacilities Only
22. Does the facility fail to have a copy of the Animal Waste Management Plan readily available?
❑ Yes
(kNo
23. Were any additional problems noted which cause noncompliance of the Certified AWMP?
❑ Yes
&No
24. Does record keeping need improvement?
❑ Yes
No
Comments„{r'efer.to question`#) Explain any YES ` inswers'and/or'.any recommendations or any other comments ` { '
Use drawings of facility to better exglam situations.,,, addJ'ionaL.pages as necessary)
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Reviewer/Inspector Name
Reviewer/Inspector Signature:
cc: Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section,
a.� Date: -
Assessment Unit 4/30/97

State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B, Howes, Secretary
November 13, 1996
Marvin Threatt
Marvin Threatt Farm
5809 Dudley Road
Monroe NC 28112
SUBJECT: Operator In Charge Designation
Facility: Marvin Threatt Farm
Facility ID#: 90-67
Union County
Dear Mr. Thread:
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& NATURAL
NOV 19 1996
DIVISION OF ENVlgO.j'rdrPlrA1 :,IA;InG.1dENi
NODflE VRII A1:GUAL Offiff
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
Enclosure
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