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Department of Environmental Quality
Producer:
Name of Farm :
Location :
Phone :
Type of Operation:
Number of Animal:
Waste Utilization Plan
Larry & Walter Ammons and lois Bass County:
L & W Farms, Inc.
805 McDaniel Rd .
Roseboro NC 28382
910-564-6635
Wean-Feed
6080
Sampson
RECEIVED
I JAR 2 S 2009
~-~~~-JffCF Storage Structure: Anaerobic lagoon
M_ethod of Application: Irrigation
Amount of waste produced per year:
Amount of plant available N (PAN) produced/year:
2567 ton/year
2918 lbs./year
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
P'?llution of surface water and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste
should be used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the
fields where the waste is to be applied.
~his waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed
before each application cycle . Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in the implementing your waste utilization plan in order to
maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally
safe manner.
1. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can utilize.
2. Soil types are important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials,
cation exchange capacities, and available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at more than 5 tons per acre per
year. Wa st e may be applied to land eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but
les s than 10 tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter strips are
established.
4. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is
frozen . Either of these conditions may in runoff to the surface water s which is not
allowed under DWQ regulations.
5. Wind conditions should also be considered to av oid drift and downwind odor problems.
6. To maximiz e the value of the nutrients for crops production and to r educe the potential for
pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied not more than 30 days
prior to planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy . Injectin g the wa ste or disking will
conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems .
Thi s plan is ba sed on the was te application method shown above. If you choose to change methods
in the future, you need to revi se this plan. Nutrient levels for different applications methods are
not the same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nutrient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the w aste analysis report from
your wa ste management facility. In so me cases you may want to have plant analysis made, which
RECEIVED I OENR I OWO
AOUIFI=R'PRnTFr.TtnN ~F.CTION
MAR 18 2009
L & W Farms, Inc.
could allow additional waste to be applied. Provisions shall be made for the area receiving
waste to be flexible so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content and the crop type.
Lime must be applied to maintain pH in the optimum range for specific crop production. This
waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H .0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
YOUR WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
Tract No. . Field No. Soil Type Crop Yield/Ac Lbs. N Acres Lb s N
Code unit Used
2816 1A WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 so 0.69 162
2816 18 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0 .69 162
2816 2 WaS CB-Pasture 4.7 so 0.60 141
2816 3 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 so 0.51 120
2816 4 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0 .42 99
2816 5 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 so 0 .36 85
2816 6 WaB CB -Pasture 4 .7 so 0 .36 85
2816 7 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0.35 82
2816 8 WaS CB-Pa sture 4 .7 50 0 .36 85
2816 9 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0 .41 96
2816 10 WaB CB-Pasture 4.7 50 0 .46 108
2816 llA WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0.74 174
2816 118 WaB CB -Pasture 4.7 so 0 .30 71
2816 12 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 so 0.75 176
2816 13 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 so 0 .76 179
2816 14 WaB CB-Pasture 4.7 50 0.77 181
2816 15 WaB CB-Pasture 4.7 so 0 .78 183
2816 16A WaB CB -Pasture 4 .7 so 0.80 188
2816 168 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0 .17 40
2816 17A WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 so 0 .80 188
2816 178 WaB CB -Pasture 4 .7 so 0 .17 40
2816 18A WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0 .80 188
2816 188 WaB CB-Pasture 4 .7 50 0 .17 40
2816 ALL WaB OS-Pasture 1 50 12.22 611
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Total
Available Nitrogen
Surplus or deficit
12.22 3483 lbs.
2918 lbs.
-564 lbs.
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate equipment to apply
the waste in a timely manner.
Lbs. N
Per Ac.
235
235
235
235
235
235
235
23S
235
235
235
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The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N requirements. In the future,
regulations may require farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a nutrient management plan that
addresses all nutrients. This plan only addresses nitrogen.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small grain, etc. interseeded in bermudagrass), forage must be removed through
grazing, hay and /or silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed when they reach a height of six to nine
inches. Cattle should be removed when plants are grazed to a height of four inches. In fields where small grain
etc. is to be removed for hay or silage, care should be exercised not to let small grain to reach materity,
especially late in the sea son ( i.e . April or May) Shading may result if small grain gets too high and this will
definitely interfere with the stand of bermudagrass. This loss of stand will result in reduced yields and less
nitrogen being utilized. Rather than cutting small grain for hay or silage just before heading as is the normal
situation, you are encouraged to cut the small grain earlier. You may want to consider harvesting hay or silage
two to three times during the season , depending on the time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc. is late September or early October . Drilling is recommended over
broadcasting. Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a height of about two inches before drilling for best
results.
Caution must be exercised in grazing or haying summer annuals under stressed conditions. Nitrate poisoning
may occur in livestock. Sampling forage or hay for nitrate levels is recommended.
Acres shown in the tables are con sidered to be the usable acres excluding required buffers, filters strips along
ditches; odd areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving full application rates due to
equipment limitations. Actual total acres in the field listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres
shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION :
The waste utilization plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of sludge at agronomic rates.
The sludge will be nutrient rich and will require precautionary mea sures to prevent over application of nutrients
or other elements. Your production facility will produce approximately 438 lbs. of plant available
nitrogen per year in the sludge.
If you remove sludge every S year s you will have approximately 2189 lbs . of PAN to utilize. Assuming
you apply this PAN to hybrid bermudagras s hayland at the rate of 300 lbs/acre you will need 7
acres of land. If you apply the sludge to corn at the rate of 125 lbs. of nitrogen per acre you will need 18
acres of land. Please be aware that these are only estmates of the PAN and the land needed . Actual
requirements could vary by 25% depending on the sludge waste analysis, soil types, reali stic yields, and
application methods.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
Th e irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of irrigation such that
runoff or ponding occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure, soil texture, water
droplet size, and organic solids. Th e application amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity
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of the soil at the time of irrigation nor should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen needs of
the crop. ·
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsibility of the producer and
irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly irrrigate the acres shown in tables .
Failure to apply the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan
invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application rates and amounts.
Tract No. Field No. Soil Type Crop Applic. Applic.
Code Rate(in/hr) Amount
2816 1A WaB CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 18 WaB CB-Pasture 0 .6 1.0
2816 2 WaB CB-Pasture 0 .6 '1.0
2816 3 WaB CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 -4 WaB CB -P.asture 0.6 1.0
2816 s WaB CB -Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 6 WaB CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 7 WaS CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 8 WaB CB -Pasture 0 .6 1.0
2816 9 WaB CB -Pa sture 0 .6 1.0
2816 10 WaB C8-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816. llA WaB CS-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 118 WaB CB -Pa sture 0.6 1.0
2816 12 WaB C8 -Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 13 WaB CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 14 WaS CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 15 WaB C8-Pasture 0 .6 1.0
2816 16A Wa8 C8-Pasture 0 .6 1.0
2816 168 WaB CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 17A WaB CB -Pa sture 0.6 1.0
2816. 178 WaB CB-Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 18A WaS CB -Pasture 0.6 1.0
2816 188 WaB CB-Pasture 0 .6 1.0
2816 · ALL WaB OS-Pasture 0 .6 1.0
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This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the
crop is not over applied . In many situations the application amount shown cannot be applied because of the
nitrogen limitations. The maximum application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil conditions.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must be removed on the
average of once every 6 months. In no instances should the volume of the waste be stored in your structure
be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or one foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour
storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and the waste applicator to ensure that the spreader equipment is operated
properly to apply the correct rates shown in the tables. Failure to apply the recommended rates and amounts of
nitroge~ shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
Call your technical spe<;:ialist after you have receive the waste analysis report for assistance in determining the
amount of waste per acre and the proper application rate prior to appling the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application.
Any discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited.
There must be documentation in the design folder that the producer either owns or has an
agreement for use of adequate land on which to properly apply waste. If the producer
does not own adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he/she shall provide a copy of
an agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the
use of the land for waste application. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to
secure an update ofthe Waste Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation,
increase in the number of animals, method of utilization, or available land.
Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climatic conditions, and level
of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
nutrients.
Animal waste shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste
may be applied to land that is eroding at S or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per
year providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves the field. (See FOTG
standard 393-Filter Strip).
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after waste application . Waste
should not be applied when there is danger of drift from the irrigation field .
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it will be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland,
the waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season
prone to flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" for guidance .)
Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate that runoff
does not occur offsite or to the surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control odor or flies .
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. • Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth. The potential for salt damage
from animal waste should also be considered.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with a
high potentual for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste
shall not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of the crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
11. Any new swine facility sited on or after October 1, 1995 shall comply with the following:
The outer perimeter of the land area onto which waste is applied from a lagoon that is a
component of a swine farm shall be at least 50 feet from any residenrial property boundary
and from any perennial stream or river (other than an irrigation ditch or canal. Animal
waste other than swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995), shall not be
applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters. (See Standard 393 -Filter Strips}.
l & W Farms, Inc.
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
(continued)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
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13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those owned
by he landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property and public right-of-ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters, drainageways, or wetlands by
discharge or by over-spraying. Animal waste may be applied to prior converted wetlands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste shall not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, and on other grassed waterways, wa ste shall be applied at agronomic rates in a
manner tt)at causes no runoff or drift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall
not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
17. A protective cover of appropriate vegtation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced as necessary to
protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc.,
are limited to areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed
and accessible. Berms and str uctures should be inspected regularly for evidences of
erosion, leakage or discharge.
18 . If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or terminated, the owner is
responsible for obtaining and implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illigal discharge, pollution and erosion.
19. Waste handling structures , piping pumps, reels, etc., should be inspected on a regular
basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
kept on site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes vegetation and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption it should only be applied pre-pl ant with no further applications of animal waste
during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and the bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers .. A marker will be required to
mark the maximum stora ge volume for waste storage ponds.
22. Waste sha ll be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at lea st annually
at c rop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate-determining
element. Zin c and copper levels in the soil shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be u sed when these metal approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum cro p production and maintained . Soi l and waste analysis reco rd s shall be kept
for five (5) years. Poultry dry waste appli cation re co rds shall be ma i ntained for three (3)
years. Wa ste application records for all other wa ste shall be maintained for five (5) years.
23 . Dea d animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North Carolina reg ulati ons .
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: l & W Farms, Inc.
Owner/Manager Agreement larry & Walter Ammons and lois Bass
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and maintenance proce-
dures established in the approved animal waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I (we) know that any
expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
before the new animals are stocked. I (we) also understand that there must be no discharge of animal waste
from this system to the surface waters of the state from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24 hour
storm. The approved plan will be filed on-site at the farm office and at the office of the local So i l and Water
Conservation District and will be available for review by NCDWQ upon request.
Larry & Walter Ammons and lois
Signature: (,.oo,_ __ .-, __ -_:'_ ~_0_"'_ "'.:.:..J r:J-=-n__;;~~~-_-t__::_<A-_· ---'-:~!ioL--floi~L.......Ick:::i:o,PI-:..L..~~=-=-~ Date:~-)b~ ~
Name of Manager (If different from owner)
Signature:
Name of Person Preparing Plan:
Affiliation: Prestage Farms, Inc.
Address: P.O. Box 438
Clinton, NC 28329
Signature: ~ cJl4....
G. Glenn Clifton
Date: -----'---
Phone: 910-596-5749
Date: ~/le/r>~
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PLAN OF ACTION (POA) FOR LAGOON SLUDGE REDUCTION
Facility Number:_~~~~.._-----=6:....!'7~Sc..__ ___ _
FacilityName:~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Ef~~
Certified Operator Name: B:lly fYlak&B Operator #:_-l.JL..:o..LJ..£-----+----tilrC 2.7 2005
Note: A certified Sludge Management Plan may be submitted in lieu of this PO OENR-FA'r'ETID1llEREGIOfW.OfRCE
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5 Lagoon 6
a. Lagoon Name/Identifier I
(1-.2.)
I
b. Total Sludge Depth (ft) ~.'7
c. Sludge Depth to be I
Removed for Compliance .5
(ft)
d. Sludge Volume to be
Removed (gallons)· . . , . .., .
e. Sludge PAN ' .. . ,.
(lbs/1 000 gal) ' .
f. Liquid PAN
(lbs/1 000 gal)
g. PAN of Sludge (lbs)
(d x e)/1000
Compliance Timeframes:
If the sludge level is equal to or higher than the stop pump level of the lagoon or if the sludge level
results in an elevated waste analysis, a sludge management plan that meets the requirements of SB
Interagency Group Guidance Document 1.26 must be prepared by a technical specialist and submitted to
DWQ within 180 days. Work to reduce the sludge level must begin within another 180 days.
Compliance with NRCS Standard 359 must be achieved by the expiration date of the current permit, July
1' 2007.
If the sludge level is non-compliant, but below the stop pump level of the lagoon, compliance with NRCS
Standard 359 must be achieved by the expiration date of the_ 9~rr~ryt permit, July 1, 2007. If future
sludge surveys do not show improvement in sludge levels, DWQ may require the owner to develop a
sludge management plan that meets the requirements of SB Interagency Group Guidance Document
1.26.
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NARRATIVE: Use this section to describe the method(s} that will be used to lower the sludge
depth. If microbe use is planned, specify the product to be used.
QuelJz Products, Inc.
A product called Quellz from Quellz Products, Inc . will be used to reduce the sludge in my lagoon. This
product is an enzymatic solution that stimulates the natural bacteria in the lagoon being treated . The initial
treatment is based on the estimated volume of the lagoon at the time of treatment at a rate of 1 :50,000, and
maintenance treatment is added based on the amount of waste generated on a per month basis at the same
rate. ,.,.
I hereby certify that I have reviewed the information listed above and included within the attached
Plan of Action, and to the best of my knowledge and ability, the information is accurate and
correct.
FacilitY Owner/Manager (print)
Phone: (q,o) 561.(-~s Lf 8
Owner/Manager (signature)
Date: __ / ;;;L=----,~/ ....... ,~o<::....l...( -+l____._.o_..5.._ __ _ I I
SPOA 5-18-04
Return this fonn to:
Keith Larick
NC Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G . Ross Jr .. Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P. E .• Director
Division of Water Quality
October 1, 2004 RECE\VEO
OCT t 5 20~ Larry & Walter Ammons & Lois Bass
L '& W Farms, Inc .
805 McDaniel Road
Roseboro NC 28382
Dear Larry & Walter Ammons & Lois Bass:
OENR _FA 'ltfTEVlill REGIONAL OFFICE
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. AWS820678
L & W Farms, Inc
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Sampson County
On June 11 , 2004, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (Division) issued a revised· State General
Permit for swine facilities. The General Permit was issued in accordance with the directive of Senate Bill
733 (Session Law 2003-28). ·
In accordance with your application received on January 22, 2003 and in accordance with the directive of
Senate Bill 733, we are hereby forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Larry &
Walter Ammons & Lois Bass, authorizing the operation of the subject animal waste .collection, treatment,
storage and land application system in accordance with General Permit A WG 100000. The issuance of
this COC supercedes and terminates your previous COC Number A WS820678 which expires October 1,
2004.
Th.is approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the L & W Farms, Inc, located in Sampson County, with an animal capacity of no
greater than an annual average of 6080 Wean to Feeder swine and the application to land as specified in
the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CA WMP). If this is a Farrow to Wean or
Farrow to Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary,
they may be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a
rate of 4 gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until September 30, 2009. Pursuant to this co·c,
you are authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's CA WMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting
and maintaining the required monitoring data and operational information must be established for this
facility. Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number
of animals authorized by this COC (as provided above) will require a modification to the CAWMP and
this COC and must be completed prior to actual increase in either wastewater flow or number of animals.
Please carefully read this COC and the enclosed State General Permit. Since this is a revise d State
General Permit, it contains new requirements in addition to most of the conditions contained in the
previous State General Permit. Enclosed for your convenience is a package containing the new and
revi sed forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please pay careful attention to the record keeping
and mon itoring conditions in this permit.
Aquifer Protection Section -Animal Feeding Operations Unit
1636 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638
Phone: 919-733-3221/ FAX: 919-715-0588/lntemet: h2o .enr.state.nc.us
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If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is" necessary. -should· your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with _all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property.
Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
ofthe facility.
Per l5A NCAC 2H .0225(c) a compliance boundary is provided for the facility and no new water supply
wells shall be constructed within the compliance boundary. Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation
shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon, storage pond, or any wetted area of a
spray field.
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CA WMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C including civil penalties, criminal penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue the activity permitted under the General Permit after the expiration date of the
General Permit, an application for renewal must be filed at least 180 days prior to expiration.
This COC is not automatically transferable. A name/ownership change application must be submitted to
the Division prior to a name change or change in ownership.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on this
process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Fayetteville Regional Office. The Regional Office
Water Quality Staff may be reached at (910) 486-1541. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact Duane Leith at (919) 715-6186.
Sincerely,
for Alan W. Klimek, P .E.
Enclosures (General Permit A WG 1 00000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Fayetteville Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
Sampson County Health Department
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File A WS820678
APS Central Files
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B . Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
A. Preston Howard, Jr., P .E., Director
June 27, 1997
Walter Anunons
L & W Farms, Inc.
805 McDaniel Road
Roseboro, NC 28382
Dear Walter Anunons:
JUN 3 0 1997
FAYt:.l TEVlLLE
REG. Oi=FiCE
Subject: Application No. ~2-678
Additional Information Request
L & W Farms, Inc.
Animal Waste Operation
Sampson County
The Pennits and Engineering Unit has completed a preliminary engineering review of the subject
application. Additional information is required before we can continue our review. Please address the
following by July 27, 1997:
1) Please submit wetlands delineation information for the proposed facility .
Please reference the subject permit ~pplication number when providing the requested information.
All information should be signed, sealed, and submitted in duplicate to my attention at the address ·
below. The information requested by this letter, must be submitted on or before July 27, 1997, or the
Division will return your application as incomplete in accordance with 15A N.C.A.C. 2H .0200 and your
facility will be considered to be operating without a permit.
Please be advised that operation of the subject animal waste management system without a valid
permit is a violation of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and will subject you to the enforcement
authority of the Environmental Management Commission.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please call me at (919) 733-5083, extension 362.
cc: Fayetteville Regional Office, Water Quality
Permit File
P .O. Box 29535. Raleigh , North Carolina 27626-0535
An Equal Opportunity Affirmativ e A ction Employer
Sincerely ,
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Michael T. Lewandowski
Environmental Engineer
State Engineering Review Group
Telephone 919·733·5083 F AX 919·733-0719
50% recyc led/10% post-consumer paper
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State of North Carolina .
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Non-Discharge Pennit Application Form
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
General Permit-Liquid Animal Waste Operations
T~is application is for new or expanding fa~~~Ht~ ~esign portions. of,_.~e
Anunal Waste Management Plan (A WMP) ceJJI(D~O~ n, must be ancluded
with this application prior to the application being accepted as complete. ~~:: ·
Application Date: (p -6 D -0 ?
JUL 1 8 1997 ~
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FAYEITEV i LLE -~ . :·.~-=.c . REG. OFFICE : -~ ·-;-o REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST ,--.> :--:.:;
Please indicate that you have included cbe following required items by signing your initials in tbe space provided next tilach-.::; ·:.:
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Applicants Initials--. ..
1. One completed and signed original arid two copies of tbe application for General Pennit -
Animal Waste Operations;
2. Three copies of a general location map indicating the location of the animal waste facilities and ·
field locations where animal waste is disposed;
3. Three copies of pages 1-3 of the Animal Waste Management Plan (AWMP) Certification Form.
including Pan II (Certification of Design Items A-F). If the facility does not have Part II of the
A WMP completed. it must be completed prior to submittal of a general permit application for
animal waste operations.
4 . Three copies of the Animal Waste Management Plan (A WMP) used for facility design.
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II. GENERAL INFORMATION:
1. Farm's name.;. L , W EARMs 1 If'Jc..,
2. Print Land Owner's n8.1Qe: LA({A.'t t. WA\...,~t. A"' MO...,\. Lo~~ B"ss.
3. Mailing address: eos Me Den•EL ~D.
City: Ro~~ So~t.o State: NC. Zip: .:1...8 381-
Telephone Number. ( 9 1 o ) 'Sw'f--'-'-3 5
4 . County where farm is locat~: ~S~A~M:.:..!..:..~~o..:..:rJ=----------------------
5. Farm Location (Directions from nearest major highway. Please ioclude SR numbers for state roads. Please include a copy
of a county road map with the location of the farm identified): I • 0 M 1 '-E' . Sou T ._. o r M c.. D A'" E' '-
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6 . Print Farm Manager's name (if different from Land Owper): ----------------
7 . Lessee's ~tor's IUUiic><if applicable; please circle which type is list&<!): f>~gs-r",A6£ FAAM 1 II\Jc..
FORM: A WO-G-NE 3/21/97 Page 1 of 3
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III. OPERATION INFORMATION:
1. Farm No.: ----~9~~=-----(county number); _........::<C:.....:7~S:._ ______ .(facility number).
2. Please complete the table below as it applies to your facility using the ce~cd design capacity. The "No. of Animals"
should be the maximum number for which the waste management structures were designed.
Iy:pe of Swine
t Wean to Feeder
0 Feeder to FLDi.sb
0 Farrow to Wean(# sow)
0 Farrow to Feeder(# sow)
0 Farrow to Fmish (#sow)
No. of Anjmals Iy:pe of Pouluy No . of Animals
Ol.aya'
ONon-Layer
OTUID:y
ly:pe of CattJe No of Animals
0 Dairy
OBeef
Other Type of Livestock on the faru1; __________ ...; o . of Aaimals~ -------
3. Acreage cleared and available for application: 2. o ; Required Aaeage (as listed in tbe A WMP): I '2-
4. Number of Lagoons:~; Total Capacity: 3BL ,_.4-YS Cubic Feet (ft3)
Number of Storage Ponds :~ ; Total Capacity: N/ A Cubic Feet (ft3)
S. Aie subsurface drains present within 100' of any of the proposed applicarion fields? YES or <:@) (please circle one)
6 . Aie subsurface drains present in the viciuity or UDder the proposed lagoon? YES or <@) (please circle one)
7. Does this facility meet the siting requirements in Senate Billl217? (Swine Only) ~ or NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facility's swine houses and lagoon were sUed? B I U.J %
What was the date that this facility's land application areas was sUed? e 1 Z.w J 9 (o
IV. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATION:
I. LA "~ y 'i WAc.. '1' t;I.S A M"" o N s , L. o' ~ B As <.a (Land Ownees name listed in question ll.2), attest that
Ibis application for L. !£ W FAt N-) .:! l>l c.. (Farm name listed in question U.l)
has been Ieviewed by me and is accunue 'and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understaod that if all required parts of tbis · .
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included. this application package
will be re~ to me as incomplete. n
Signatme ~ L) r~ ,L , f,1~ <.J~ lJ • '" ~ Date ~ -A~ -'1?
V. MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if different from the Land Owner)
I, (Manager's name listed in question ll.6), attest tbat this
application for (Farm name listed in question n.l)
bas been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package
will be returned as incomplete.
Signarure ______________________ Date ------------
TilE COMPLETED APPUCATION PACKAGE. INCLUDING AIL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS,
SHOULD BE SENT TO TiiE FOU.OWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
PERMITS AND ENGINEERING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
FORM: A WO-G-NE 3/21/97 Page 2 of 3
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IRRIGATION DESIGN
L& W AMMONS
LEGEND
6400 WEAN TO FEEDER
SCALE: 1" = 660'
X 4" PVC MAIN LINE & LINE
14::-----111( RISER PULL LANE
• PUMP LOCATION
\6 THRUST BLOCK LOCATION
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Prepared by: M. Floyd Adams, P.E.
June 19 1997 Date:
l) THRUST BLOCKING SllALL BE PROVIDED AT AU BENDS. TEES. DEAD
ENOS AND OTIIER SPEOAL ATIINGS \IIIllCH REQUIRE RESTltAINING.
2) MAINUNE PIPE AND LATERAL Sli.~LL BE~-SCHEDULE 40 PR 220 AND
SHAll. BE BURIED TO HAVE AT Lf.AST l FEET OF COVER.
3) EAOI HYDRANT SHALL BE EQUIPPED wrnf AN AIR VACUUM RELEASI
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Animal Waste Management P~cadlm[)
(Please type or prim all information lhat doesQ~'DifeUasf~~
or New or
General Information: FAYETTEViLL2
Name of Farm: L S vJ FA ~MS. -:I.r.~c.. REG. OFjJ&'ifrty No: 92-t, '18
Owner{s) Name: LAR~y 'i \tJ ~1...TcR AM Mo..s~ , Lo1s BA.s.s Phone No:91D-Sb'+-b'-3~
Mailing Address: a 0 '5 M c. 0 A "I E: L 'R ]) ROSE 8 tJ Q. 0 N c.. .2..8 3 s 2-
F ann Location: County Farm is located in:._S.;::.;:A.;;..~...;..;..P1:...;:.;;;o_fo.I=-------....;...-
Latitude and Longirude: 3 q...• 52.' ~ I 7 8 • .21.' t>o " .. ::3
Please an.ach a copy of a county road map with location identified and describe below (Be specifi~:; ro~ ..
names, directions. milcpo~ etc.): 1-o M' ~...~ ~ou, 1-1 o ~ M'-DAn • e L o 1\J 1\J ~~.,_ 1 ., '·-·; ·,. =
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Typt uf Sa.ine No. of AnimD.ls ·
8 \\'~to Feeder '-OBo
:l Feeder to F"anish
:! Fano"'· to Wean
:! Farrov.· to Feeder
:! Farrow to Fmisb
.. -· Typt of Poultry
::JLayer
0 Pullets
No. of AnbM1s
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1)-pe of Cattle No. of NitmDJi._,
0 Dairy
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Aacage Available for Application:_· __ ...;..:2;....;;...o ____ Rcquircd Aaeage:. ___ ,_2.;...,;..._ ___ _
Number of Lagoons I Storage Ponds : Z. Total Capacity: 38.2., cf-<1-8 Cubic Feet (ft3.)
Are subsurface drains present on the fami: YES or ~ (please circle one)
U YES: are subsUiface drains ~ent in the area of the LAGOON or SPRAY FIELD (please circle one) ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Owner I :Manager Agreement · ·
I (we) verify that an lhe above iDformalion is COIJ'Cd and will be updated upon changing. I (we) undcrstand the opcmion and
maintenance procedures established in the approved animal waste management plan for the farm oamcd above and will
implem:nt these proc:cdures. I (we) bow that any expansion to the e:xistiug design capacity of chc waste arcatmcDt aDd
storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the Division of
En"ironmental Managemc:ut before the new animals are stocked. I (we) understand that there must be no discbargc of animal
-a•aste from the storage or application system to surface waterS of tbc state either directly through a man-made conveyance or
from a storm event Jess severe than the 25-year. 24-bour storm and there most not be run-off from the application of animal ·
waste. I (-a-e) understand that run-off of pollutants from lounging and heavy use areas must be minimized using technical
standards de'•elopcd by tbe Natur.ll Resoarces Conscrntion Service. The approved plan will be filed at the farm and at_tbe
office of the local Soil and Water Consen·ation District. I (we) mow that any modification must be approved by a technical
specialist md submitted to tbe Soil and Water Consen-ation District prior to implementation. A c:bange in land ownership
requires -aTitten notification to DEM or a new certifica1ion (if the approved plan is changed) within 60 days of a tide transfer.
Name of Land Owner : ~ tJ ~ U 1e.Y'
Signature£ G.....,.,~
Name of M anager(if different from owner): _____________________ _
Signature: _______________________ Date: ________ _
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Technical Specialist Certification
I. As a technical specialist designated by the North Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A
NCAC 6F .0005 , I certify that the animal waste management system for the farm named al>ove has an animal waste ,.
management plan that meets or exceeds standards and specifications of the Division of Environmental Management (DEM)i,
as specified in 15A NCAC 2H .0217 and the USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and/or the Nonb
Carolina Soil and Water Conservation Commission pursuant to 15A NCAC 2H .0217 and J5A NCAC 6F .0001-.0005. The
following elements are included in the plan as applicable. While each category designates a technical specialist who may
sign each certification (SD, SI. WUP, RC,I), the technical specialist should only certify parts for which they are technically
competent
II. Certi.fication .of Design
A) Collection, Storaa:e. Treatment System
Ch~ck th~ appropriau box
0 Existing facility without retrofit (SD or WUP)
Storage volume is adequate for operation capacity; storage capability consistent . with waste utilization
requirements. ·
Phone No.: 9f~·22'6.-tOt)
Date: ~ {<if (<11
Name ofT echnical Specialist (Please Print):.~G~ • ....::G~l.:.:E=-.N!..!....:,;~=--...:C..:.L..:.I.:..F...:..T._of<l...:.._ __________ _
Affiliation: }3-un: • ..,-A~e F"RMS , :r.~c.
Address(Agency): P.o. &>c 438 CL1rlTolil IV c.. J.83l..,
Signature: J;i. ~ C~r--
C) Runoff Controls from Exterior Lots
Chuk th~ appropriat~ box
0 Facilitv without exterior lots (SD or WUP or RC)
This facility does not conlain any exterior lots.
~ Facility with exterior lots (RC)
Phone No.:91Q-S9'2. .. 5"7,'
Date: S/1&..1~1
~1ethods to nUnimize the run off of pollutants from lounging and hea\'y use areas have been designed in
accordance with technical standards developed by NRCS.
Name ofTechnical Specialist (Please Print): G. Gt.e ~-.~· CL.•FTo-.1
Affiliation : J'R_£'5/~ f"~~Ms ;c-.~c.
Addre!>s(Agency): P,o. Sox 4~8 cc..u~ lo,J N c.. ;2.S ~2.9 Phone No .:9JO -s:Jl-$711
Signature: J;{ JJ.~ C<i f!..-Date : 5/lb/97
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D). Application and Handlin~: Eguipment
Check the appropriate box
0 Existing or expanding facility with existing waste application eguipment (WUP or I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been either field calibrated or evaluated in
accordance with existing design charts and tables and is able to apply waste as necessary to accommodate the .
waste management plan: (existing application equipment can cover the area required by the ·plan at rates not to
exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates , a schedule for timing of J!.pplications bas been
established; required buffers can be maintained and calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as part of
the plan).
8"" New. expanded. or existin~ facility without existing waste application eguipment for spray ·
inigation. (I) .
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan bas been designed to apply waste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan; (proposed application equipment can cover the area required by the
plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates; a schedule for timing of
applications bas been established; required buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance are
contained as part of the plan).
Q New. expanded. or existin2 facility without existing waste application equipment for land
spreading not using spray irrigation . (WUP or I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan bas been selected to apply waste as necessary to
accommodate the waste management plan; (proposed application equipment can cover the area required by the
plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or nutrient loading rates; a schedule for timing of
applications bas been established; required buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance arc
contained as pan of the plan). ''''''"'"''''' ,,,,, ~ \'\ CAF1o ,,,,, ~~<?-••••••••• ~~J~ Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):.~~;;r.~...:~:sn~·=r-ootc~=:q~a;w_,·~··~~:u;;'~::::..<-----------
Affiliation: M. ~ ~~~ ~t··~ SEAf.1~~ !
Address(Agency): ?,:;). i\:,o; ~~~,.1w32;~/i PhoneNo.: ?ro-19b-uJo
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SignatUre : . _ Af. =?An,-} AJnt.-A 4o···f'@1N~t.-A ~$ Date: 6/ t;l.Wl
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E) Odor Control. Insect Control. Mortality 1\fan~t'fmmt'!lt\tJ Emereency Action Plan (SD.
SI. \VUP. RC or D .
The waste management plan for this facility" includes a Waste Management Odor Control OcckliSt. an Insect-Control
Checklist, a Monality Management Checklist and an Emergency Action Plan. Sources of both odors and insects
ha\'e been evaluated with respect to this site and Best Management Practices to Minimize Odors and Best
Management Practices to Control Insects have been selected and included in the waste management plan. Both the
. Monality Management Plan and the Emergency Action Plan are complete and can be implemented by this facility.
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print):.--=G::....:..... ·-=(;~L.::..._f!_llti.;_~..:.._..=C:....:'-:....'.;.F_7i.:....:t~;...." __________ _
Affiliation: ~F5TA&co "FARMS :L..tc..
Address(Agency): P. o. ao)C 4-3 8
Signature: J1. ~ ~t~
CliNi'o,J N c. l.S 3Z. ~ Phone No .:9'Jo~59L.-S"71'
Date: 5/2.1/9 7
F) l\'ritten Notice of New or Expand in~: Swine Farm
The following signature block is only to be used for new or expanding swine farms that begin construction after June
21,1996. Uthe facility was built before June 11,1996, when was it constructed or last expanded, _______ _
I (we) certify that I (we} have attempted to contact by certified mail all adjoining property owners and all property owners
who own property located across a public road, street. or highway from this new or expanding swine farm. The notice was in
compliance with the requirements of NCGS 1 06-805 . A copy of the notice and a list of the property owners notified is
attached.
Name of Land Owner : L """ W aJ"J.-c r
Signature:_I2ll:~Lt~~..A,~..__ _ ___j(4.l.....!~~~Ll.~~~~-Date:~'L-.....£.6~()::.......--?~7---
Name of 1\lanager(if differe nt from owner: _______________________ _
Signature ________________________________________ Date: _____________ __
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To:
From:
Date: -sf 2-t/97
As required by North Carolina GS 106-805, I am notifying you of my intention to ex-
pand my Nu t't.b~'t swine f"am4 The farm's animal waste management system
has a design capacity of t.,o a o
For your information, the technical specialist preparing the waste management plan ·is:
P.o. 8o'>' +oe
and the local Soil and Water Conservation District office address is:
S~f'l'\f!P~ Sou ... ~ W ~"TE2..
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Written comments may be submitted to:
copy: G. CliftoD
Sue Homewood
Division of W arer Quality
Department of Environmen~ Health. and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 29535
Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535
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L & W Farms Inc
Larry & Walter Amaons Lois Baas
1. Ernestine Parker
2. Aaili Ya Nadhiri
3. Prutimber PTNS
4. Blanche Boykin
5. Mrs J W Marshburn
6. Forrest Lewis & David Kost
7. David Mcieaore Jr
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REG. OFFICE
SWINE FARM
DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION,
AND MANAGEMENT PLAN
FOR
L & W AMMONS, INC.
3040 (Wean to Feeder)
June 4, 1997
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SWINE FARM
DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION,
AND MANAGEMENT PLAN
L & W AMMONS, INC.
3040 (Wean to Feeder)
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ITEM
Lagoon Design Check List
Emergency Action Plan
Design Summary
Lagoon Design
Soil Investigation
Hazard Classification Data Sheet for Dams
Operation and Maintenance Plan
Construction Specifications for Lagoons
Seeding Specifications
Plan for Lagoon
Typical Cross-Section of Lagoon
Plan of Excavated Waste Storage Pit
Volume Calculations
Waste Utilization Plan
Waste Management Facility Site Evaluation
Verification of Notices to Adjoining Landowners
Waste Management Odor Comrol Checklist
Insect Control Checklist
Mortality Management Methods
Irrigation Design
Maps
A. Vicinity Map
B. Topo Map
C. Soils Map
D. Aood Plain Map
E. ASCS Map
F. Wetlands Delineation Map
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LAGOON DESIGN CHECK LIST
Copy of 026 and maps if clearing involved.
Dam safety-
a. Dike over 15 feet to down stream slope and over 10 acre feet storage to top of
dike.
Adequacy of storage volumes -
a. designed volume exceeds needs
b. stop pumping volume exceeds treatment volume
c. 25 year storm volume exceeds volume at start pumping
d. actual volume pumped exceeds required volume to be pumped
e. all temporary storage stored above seasonal high watertable
f. slu~ge volume included
g. minimum 6 feet treatment volume depth
Operation & Maintenance Plan (sheet) -
a. begin and end pump-out elevations
Location sketch -
a. distances to nearest residence
b. road numbers
c. north arrow
Hazard Classificatio'n Sheet (NC-ENG-34) -
a. distance to nearest stream in event of <fik,e failure
b. distance to nearest public road in event of failure
c. topo map showing lagoon location and information to support a&b
Waste Utilization Plan
a. show all tracts & field numbers.· field acreage, crops
b. signatures of producer & person preparing plan
c. agreement sheet signed by adjoining landowner if needed -showing tract
numbers, field numbers, acres, etc ..
d. ASCS maps of fields to be used for effiuent disposal
e. soil survey sheets showing all fields
f. cheek suitability of soils for crops planned
g. include attaclunent "B" on samptin& procedure
h. waste plan is included but prepared by other qualified specialist -this plan is not
part of the engineer's review
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_/ a. are sufficient borings made for size and condition of lagoon
2 b. borings 2 .0' below designed bottom of lagoon
I c. location & elevation of borings in relation to grid survey
_L d. seasonal high watertable
I _L 9 . Seeding specifications included (lagoon dike and other exposed areas around buildings)
10 . Construction Specifications (sheet included)
I / a. need for cut-off trench addressed
/ b. need for sealing or lining with impervious material addressed and anticipated
locations of such area identified
I ..L c. protection of liner during initial filling and near flush pipes addressed
11. Grid Sheet (original or ledgable copy)
_L a. gridded area large enough to include embankment s lopes and surface water
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b.· lOCation & dimensions of lagoon & buildings shown (lagoon inside top
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_£ c. surface water removal (pipes, outlets, etc) shown
i d. soil borings location show
e. TBM location & elevation shown
I N/A f. existing utilities located (if applicable)
fi/.B. g. emergency spillway shown (if applicable)
I 12. Typical cross-section included
~ a. dike elevation ~ top width shown
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~ d . effluent outlet pipe invert elevation shown
e. effluent outlet p ipe shown to discharge below water surface
I _L e. building pads -elevation & grade shown
JI/.A f. cut-off trench shown -if required
~ g. liner shown -if required
I 13. Volume Computations
v a. excavation
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I 14 . Swnmary Sheet
~ a . design requirements
b . excavation volume =z c. fill volumes
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Observation of cultural resources statement included
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SAMPSON COUNTY
EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
DIVISION OF WATER CUALITY <DWQ)
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SERVICES <EMS>
SOIL & WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT <SWCD>
NATURAL RESOURCES CONSERVATION SERVICE <NRCS>
COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE <CES>
910-486-1541
910-592-8996
910-592-7963
910-592-7963
910-592-7161
This plan will be implemented in the event that wastes from your
operation are leaking, overflowing, or running off the site. You should
NOT wait until wastes reach surface waters or leave your property to
consider that you have a problem. You should make every effort to
ensure that this does not happen. This plan should be posted in an
accessible location for all employees at the facility. The following
are some action items you should take.
1. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation, this may
or may not be possible. Suggested responses to problems are
listed below:
A. Lagoon overflow-possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to berm to increase elevation of dam, any
permanent alteration of the dam should be approved by a
qualified technical specialist.
b. Pump wastes to field at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all additional flow to the lagoon-hold waste in the
house if possible.
d. Call a pumping contractor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B. Runoff from waste application field-action include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion or berm to contain the
waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce further runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason<s> that caused the
runoff.
e. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where
runoff occurred.
C. Leakage from the waste pipes and sprinklers-action include:
a. Stop recycle (flushing system) pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to eliminate further discharge.
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
D. Leakage from flush system, houses, solids separators-actions
include:
a. Stop recycle (flushing system) pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Make sure no siphon effect has been created.
d. Stop all flows in the house, flush systems, or solid
separators. ·
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
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E. Leakage from base or sidewall o£ lagoon. Often this is seepage
as opposed to £lowing leaks-possible action:
a. Dig a small sump or ditch to catch all seepage, put in a
submersible pump, and pump back into lagoon.
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals, trap or remove
animals and fill holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition o£ the side
walls and the lagoon bottom as soon as possible.
2. Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious damages.
a. Did the waste reach any surface waters?
b. Appro~imately how much was released and £or what
duration?
c. Any damage noted, such as employee injury, £ish kills, or
property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the property?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface
waters?
£. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach
surface waters?
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or o££ of
the property>? ·
h. How much reached surface waters?
3. Contact appropriate agencies.
a. During normal business hours, ~all your nwo <Division o£
Water Quality> regional o££ice, at 910-486-1541, after
hours, emergency number:919-733-3942. Your phone call
should include: YOUR NAME, FACILITY, TELEPHONE NUMBER,
THE DETAILS OF THE INCIDENT FROM ITEM #2 ABOVE, THE
EXACT LOCATION OF THE FACILITY, AND THE LOCATION OR
DIRECTION OF MOVEMENT OF THE SPILL, WEATHER AND WIND
CONDITIONS. THE CORRECTIVE MEASURES THAT HAVE BEEN UNDER
TAKEN, AND THE SERIOUSNESS OF rHE SITUATION.
b. I£ spill leaves property or enters surface waters, call
local <EMS> Emergency Management Services at
910-592-8996.
c. Instruct EMS to contact local Health Department.
d. Contact local Soil and Water Conservation District
<SWCD>, Natural Resources Conservation Service
<NRCS> office at 910-592-7963 end Cooperative Extension
Service <CES> at 910-592-7161 £or advice/technical
assistance.
4. I£ none o£ the above works call 911 or the sheriffs Department
end explain your preble• to them and ask that person to contact
the proper agencies for.you.
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5. Contact the contractor o£ your choice to begin repair o£ the
problem to ainimize o££-site damage.
a. Contractors Name:
b. Contractors Address:
c. Contractors Phone:
6. Contact the technical specialist who certi£ied the lagoon <NRCS,
Consulting Engineer, etc.)
a. Name:
b. Phone:
7. Implement procedures as advised by DWO and technical assistance
agencies to recti£y the damage, repair the system, and reassess
the waste management plan to keep problema with release o£ wastes
£rom happening again.
8. I£ you are a contract swine grower associated with a swine
company integrator, contact the company representative at
1-910-592-5771
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DESIGN SUMMARY
NAME: L & W AMMONS INC
COUNTY: SAMPSON
TYPE OPERATION: EXISTING
EXPANDING
TOTAL
TOTAL REQUIRED VOLUME
3040 WEAN-FEED
3040 WEAN-FEED
. 6080 WEAN-FEED
213621 CU FT
TOTAL DESIGN VOLUME AVAILABLE 227304 CU FT
ESTIMATED:
VOLUME OF LAGOON EXCAVATION 6289 CU YDS
VOLUME OF PAD EXCAVATION 465 CU YDS
TOTAL EXCAVATION 6754 CU YDS
VOLUME OF PAD FILL 1964 CU YDS
VOLUME OF DAM 3393 CU YDS
TOTAL FILL 5357 CU YDS
CUT-FILL RATIO 1.26 :1
• WHERE SM MATERIAL IS ENCOUNTERED OVEREXCAVATE 1.6 FEET
AND BACKFILL WITH COMPACTED SC MATERIAL.
TOP OF DAM ELEVATION 52.0
START PUMPING ELEVATION 49.65
STOP PUMPING ELEVATION 46.8
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BOTTOM ELEVATION 40.0
BEGIN PAD ELEVATION 57.0
END PAD ELEVATION 57.3
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the site evaluation been completed & approved: y
AVERAGE LIVE WEIGHT CALW)
0 sows <£arrow to finish) X 1417 lbe. = 0 lbs
0 sows <£arrow to feeder) X 522 lba. = 0 lba
0 head (finishing only> )( 135 lbs. =· 0 lba
0 sows (farrow to wean> X 433 lbe. = 0 lba
3040 head <wean to feeder> X 30 lbs. = 91200 lbs
Describe other . 0 lbs .
Total Average Live Weight = 91200 lbe
MINIMUM RECUIRED TREATMENT VOLUME OF LAGOON
Volume ;:; 91200 cubic ft (includes 0 cu. ft. add. treat. val.)
STORAGE VOLUME FOR SLUDGE ACCUMULATION
Volume = 22800.0 cubic feet
TOTAL DESIGNED VOLUME
Inside .top length <feet>---------------------
Inside top width <feet>----------------------
Top of dike elevation (feet>-----------------
Bottom of lag~on elevation <feet>------------
Freeboard (feet>-----------------------------
Emergency spillway depth o£ £low<£eet>-------
Side slopes (inside lagoon>------------------
Total design volume using prisaoidal formula
SS/END1 SS/END2 SS/SIDE1 SS/SIDE2
3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0
AREA OF TOP
LENGTH • WIDTH =
LENGTH
234.0
240.0
140.0
52.00
40.00
1.00
0.00
3.0
WIDTH
134.0
234.0 134.0 31356 <AREA OF TOP>
AREA OF BOTTOM
LENGTH • WIDTH =
168.0 68.0
AREA OF MIDSECTION
, LENGTH • WIDTH • 4
11424 <AREA OF BOTTOM>
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DEPTH
11.00
201.0 101.0 81204 <AREA OF MIDSECTION • 4>
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31356 81204 11424
DEPTH/6
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Total Designed Volume Available = 227304 CU. FT.
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TEMPORARY STORAGE REQUIRED
DRAINAGE AREA:
Lagoon <top o£ dike>
( Length * Width > + Sur£ace area o£ connecting waste £acility
240.0 140.0 0.0
33600.0 square £eet
Buildings (roo£ and lot water) or impervious area
0.0 square £eet Describe this area.
TOTAL DA 33600.0 square £eet
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Design temporary storage period to be 180 days.
Volume o£ waste produced
Feces & urine production in gal./day per 135 lb. ALW 1.37
Volume =
Volume =
91200 lbs. ALW/135 lba. ALW * 1.37 gal/day
166592 gals. or 22271.7 cubic £eet
180 days
Volume o£ excess water
Volume = 611.4 gallons/day • 180 days storage/7.48 gallons.
per CF
Volume = 14713.6 cubic £eet
Volume o£ rain£all in excess o£ evaporation
Use period o£ time when rain£ all exceeds evaporation by largest amount.
180 days evaporation = 13.3 inches
180 days rain£all = 21.7 inches
Volume = 21.7 in * DA I 12 in. per £t. = 60760 cubic £eet runo££
Volume = 13.3 in It lagoon DA/12 in./£t = 37324 cubic :feet evap.
Volume = 23436 cubic £eet
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Volume o£ "Heavy Rain" 7.0 in.
Volume = 14.0 inches I 12 inches per foot • DA
Volume = 39200 cubic feet I
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TOTAL REQUIRED TEMPORARY STORAGE
SA. 22272 cubic £eet
SB. 14714 cubic feet
sc. 23436 cubic £eet
SD. 39200 cubic feet
SE. 0 cubic £eet
TOTAL 99621 cubic feet
SUMMARY
Temporary storage period====================>
Rainfall during wettest period o£ storage===>
Evaporation during storage period===========>
25 year -24 hour rainfall==================>
Heavy rain==================================>
Freeboard===================================>
Side slopes=================================>
Inside top length===========================>
Inside top width============================>
Emergency spillway elevation<!£ planned>====>
Top of dike elevation====.===·================>
Bottom of lagoon elevation==================>
Top of sludge elevation=====================>
Total required voluae=======================>
Actual design volume========================>
Seasonal high watertable elevation <SHWT>===>
Stop pumping elev.==========================>
Must be > or = to the SHWT elev.==========>
Must be > or = to ain. req. treatment el.=>
Min. Required treatment volume==============>
Volume at stop puaping elevation============>
Start pumping elev.=========================>
Must be at bottom of F.B. & 25 yr. rain£all
Act. vol. less 25 yr. and heavy rainfall====>
Volume at start puaping elevation===========>
Required volume to be pumped================>
Actual volume planned to be pumped==========>
Min. thickness o£ soil liner when required==>
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180 days
21.7 inches
13.3 inches
7.0 inches
7.0 inches
1.00 feet
3.0 : 1
240.0 feet
140.0 feet
51 • 00 feet ll• T PUUif!>
52.00 feet
40.00 feet
41.80 feet
213621 cu. £t. •
227304 cu. £t. •
46.80 feet
46.80 feet •
46.80 feet
46.00 feet
91200 cu. £t.
9i2.67· cu. £t.
49.65 :feet •
heavy rain
188104 cu. ft.
186956 cu. £t.
60421 cu. £t. •
72762 cu. £t. •
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SOIL CONSERVATION SERVICE
SOIL INVESTIGATION TO DETERMINE SUITABILITY OF PROPOSED POND SITE
FARNER'S NAME L £IN F"~RM:i, ;r:;,....<":. DlSTRIC"r s~~8:it2a
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WATERSHW AREA MEASURDIENTS
CROPLAND __ ACRFS PASTilRE __ ACRES vJJL-::52.11 :)Pe,t:..ER.._
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SKETCH OF PROPOSED POND SHOWING WHERE BORINGS WERE MADE (ApproL .ale 1" m __ feet)
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(Use one of systems below)
UNIFIED CLASSIFICATION
GW-Well graded gravels; gravel, sand miz
GP-Poorly graded gravels
GM-Silty gravels; gravel-sand-silt miz·
GC ·Clayey gravels; gravel-sand-clay mix
SW-Well graded sands: sand-gr4vel mix
SP-Poorly graded sands
SM -Silty sand
SC-Clayey-sands; sand-clay mixtures
ML-Silts; silty • v. fine sands; sa~dy or clayey silt
CL-Clays of low to medium pluticity
CH -Inorganic clays of high plasticity
MH-Elastic silts· · ·
OL -Organic silts and silty clays, low plastici t y
OH ·Organic clays, medium to high pfasti~ity
g -gravel
s-sand
USDA CLASSIFICATION
vfs -very fine sand
st·.;. sandy loam
fsl-fine sandy loam
1-loam
gl-gravelly loam-
si-silt
sil-s i lt loam
cl -clay loam
sic!-silty clay loam
sci -sandy clay loam
sic-silty clay
c-clay
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Soil Conservation Service
HAZARD CLASSIFICATION DATA SHEET FOR DAMS
NC-ENG-34
September 1980
County S AIAPSs N
Conmunity or Group No . _____ _ Conservation Plan No . -----I Estimated Depth of Water to Top of Dam 1 'l.. Ft. Length of Flood Pool _z_4_c __ Ft.
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Date of Field Hazard Investigation __ B-L/ __ 2--c.~--'-/'3--7;__ ____ _
Evaluation by reach of flood plain downstrea~ to the point of estimated minor effect
from sudden dam failure.
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Reach: Length: Width: Slope:
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Improvements
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:Improvements: of Breach
Above :Floodwater Above
Flood Plain: · Flood Plain
Ft . Ft.
Describe potential 'for loss of life and damage to existing or probable future downstream
improvements from a sudden breach A Soooe.t.~ :BREAC-H o~ ,.,.E STKuc"ToRE ·w.~.~.-NOT CAII~E..
1.400
:SI"N 1\-•C.A"\" DAMA6t' 70 Al\y ..,..MP~e>II£M~,.,T~, L~f.oo~ •S ~ F!!.t."T lo l.I"TT&-€.
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2. Attach additional sheets as needed.
Date ~I 2. b I 9 7
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN
This lagoon is designed £or waste treatment <permanent storage> and
180 days o£ temporary storage. The time required £or the planned
£luid level <permanent and temporary storage> to be reached may vary
due to site conditions, weather, flushing operations, and the amount
of fresh water added to the system.
The designed temporary storage consists of 180 days storage £or:
<1> waste £rom animals and <2> excess rainfall after evaporation. Also
included is storage for the 25 yr -24 hr storm £or the location and a
heavy rain £actor. The volume o£ waste generated from a given number
of animals will be fairly constant throughout the year and £rom year to
year, but excess rainfall will vary from year to year. The heavy rain
factor and 25 yr rainfall will not be a factor to consider in an annual
pumping cycle, but this storage volume must always be available.
The waste produced by the animals shall be utilized in accordance with
an approved waste utilization plan. Highly visible markers shall be
installed to mark the upper and lower elevations of the temporary
storage <pumping volume). Pumping ehall be done as necessary to
maintain the liquid level between these markers.
Pumping can be started or stopped at any time between these two
elevations for operating convenience as site conditions permit, such as
weather, soils, crop, and equipment in order to apply waste without
runof£ or leaching.
Land application of
method o£ disposal.
center pivot, guns,
taken when applying
waste water is recognized as an acceptable
Methods o£ application include solid set,
and traveling gun irrigation. Care should
waste to prevent damage to crops.
The following items are to be carried out:
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1. Before wastes are introduced, the waste treatment lagoon shall be
charged to 1/2 ita treatment volume to prevent excessive odors during
start-up. Pre-charging reduces the concentration o£ the initial
waste entering the lagoon thereby reducing odors. Solids should be
covered with effluent at all times. When precharging is complete,
flush buildings with recycled lagoon liquid. Fresh wate·r···should not
be used £or flushing after initial filling.
2. The attached waste utilization plan shall be followed. This
plan recommends aaapling and testing o£ waste <see attachment>
before land application.
3. Begin temporary storage pump-out of the lagoon when fluid level
reaches the elevation 49.65 as marked by permanent marker. Stop pump-
out when the £luid level reaches elevation 46.80 • This temporary
storage less 25 yr and heavy rain contains 72762 cubic feet or
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4. The recommended maximum amount to apply per irrigation and
recommended maximum application rate is shown in the waste utilization
plan. Refer to the waste utilization plan for furth~r details.
5. Keep vegetation on the embankment and areas adjacent to the
lagoon mowed annually. Vegetation should be fertilized as needed
to maintain a vigorous stand.
6. Repair any eroded areas or areas damaged by rodents and
establish in vegetation.
7. Repair areas o£ the embankment that settle below the design settled
height or areas where cracki n g, sloughing, or "jug" holes develop.
8 . Repair waste inlet pipes that develop cracks or separate at the
joints.
9. Remove undesirable vegetative growth and £1oating or lodged debris.
10. All surface runo££ is to be diverted £rom the lagoon to stable
outlets when not inciuded as part o£ the design temporary storage.
11. A£ter five years the waste treatment lagoon shall be checked £or
sludge accumulation annually. I£ sludge has encroached into the
treatment volume, the sludge will be removed and applied at agronomic
rates baaed on analysis o£ the sludge. Treatment volume must have
a minimum o£ 4 £eet o£ depth £ree o£ sludge at all times.
12 . In December 1992, the Environmental Management Commission <EMC>
in North Carolina revised water quality regulations that address
animal operations. These rules became ef£ective on February 1,
1993 C15A NCAC 2H .0200>. This animal operation shall be operated
within the requirements o£ these rules and regulations.
13. Pipes that are used £or recycling e££luent to use as £lush water
and irrigation intakes must be placed 18 inches below the surface and
as £ar £rom the inlet discharge pipes as possible in order to provide
a cleaner effluent for flushing and to reduce odors when irrigating on
land. When these pipes are placed through the embankment, they should
be installed no more than two £eet below top o£ embankment and not in
the highest section of fill. The pipe trench shall be compacted with
clayey material or other material as approved by an engineer.
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SHEET 1 OF 3
SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF WASTE TREATMENT LAGOONS
FOUNDATION PREPARATION:
The foundation area of the lagoon embankment and building pad shell be
cleared of trees. logs, stumps, roots, brush. boulders.sod and rubbish.
Satisfactory disposition will be made of all debris. The topapil from
the lagoon and pad area should be stripped and stockpiled for use on
the dike and pad areas. After stripping, the foundation area of the
lagoon embankment and building pad shall be thoroughly loosened prior
to placing the first lift of fill materiel to get a good bond.
EXCAVATION AND EARTHFILL PLACEMENT:
The completed excavation end earthfill shall conform to the lines,
grades. and elevations shown on the plana. Earthfill material shall
be free of material such as sod. roots. frozen soil, stones over
6 inches in ·diameter, and other objectionable material. To the extent
they are suitable, excavated materials can be used as fill. The fill
shall be brought up in approximately horizontal layers not to exceed 9
inches in thickness when loose and prior to compaction. Each layer
will be compacted by complete coverage with the hauling and spreading
equipment or standard taaping roller or other equiva~ent method.
Compaction equipment shell travel in a direction parallel to the main
axis of the fill. Clayey soils shall be co~apacted with a ""sheepsfoot"
or tamping roller. Coapactiop of the fill material shall be in accord-
ance with the specified requirements for compaction and moisture.
For the embankment, use the more impervious materials from the required
excavations. Construction of fill heights shall include 5 percent for
settlement. Dikes over 15 feet in height and with ·an impoundment
capacity of 10 acre-feet or more fall under the jurisdiction of the NC
Dam Safety Law. The height is defined as the difference in elevation
from the constructed height to the downstream toe of the dike.
Precautions shell be taken during construction to prevent excessive
erosion and sedimentation.
LINER: THE MINIMUM REQUIRED THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.6 ft.
NOTE: LINERS <PARTIAL OR FULL> ARE REQUIRED WHEN THE ATTACHED SOILS
INVESTIGATION REPORT SO INDICATES OR WHEN UNSUITABLE MATERIAL IS
ENCOUNTERED DURING CONSTRUCTION •. A TYPICAL CROSS SECTION OF THE LINER
IS INCLUDED IN THE DESIGN WHEN LINERS ARE REQUIRED BY THE SOILS REPORT.
When .areas of unsuitable material are encountered, they will be over-
excavated below finish grade to the specified depth as measured
perpendicular to the finish grade. The foundation shall be backfilled
as specified to grade with a NRCS approved material (ie-CL,SC,CH>.
REFER TO THE SOILS INVESTIGATION INFORMATION IN THE PLANS FOR SPECIAL
CONSIDERATIONS.
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Soil liner material shall come £rom an approved borrow area. The
minimum water content o£ the liner material shall be optimum moisture
content which relates to that moisture content when the soil is kneaded
in the hand it will form a ball which does not readily separate. Water
shall be added to borrow as necessary to ~nsure proper moisture content
during placement o£ the liner. The moisture content o£ the liner
material shall not be less than optimum water content during placement.
The maximum water content relates to the soil material being too wet
£or efficient use of hauling equipment and proper compaction. Proper
compaction o£ the liner includes placement in 9 inch lifts and
compacted to at least 90 percent o£ the ·maximum ASTM D698 Dry Unit
Weight o£ the liner material unless otherwise specified. When smooth
or hard, the previous lift shall be scari£ied and moistened as needed
before placement o£ the next li£t.
The single most important £actor a£fecting the overall compacted perme-
ability o£ a clay liner, other than the type of clay used £or the
liner, is the efficient construction processing o£ the compacted liner.
The sequence o£ equipment use and the routing 6£ equipment in an estab-
lished pattern helps assure uniformity in the whole placement and
compaction process. For most clay soils, a tamping or sheeps£oot
roller is the preferable type o£ compaction equipment.
The soil liner shall be protected from the discharge o£ waste outlet
pipes. This can be done by using some type of energy dissipator<rocks>
or using flexible outlets on waste pipes.
Alternatives to soil liners are synthetic liners and bentonite sealant.
When these are specified, additional construction specifications are
included with this Constructibn Specification.
CUTOFF TRENCH:
A cuto££ trench shall be constructed under the embankment area when
shown on a typical cross section in the plans. The final depth o£ the
cutoff trench shall be determined by observation o£ the foundation
materials.
VEGETATION:
All exposed embankaent and other bare constructed areas shall be seeded
to the planned type of vegetation as soon as possible after construc-
tion according to the seeding specifications. Topsoil should be placed
on areas o£ the dike and pad to be seeded. Temporary seeding or mulch
ahall be use~ if the recoaaended permanent vegetation is out of season
dates for seeding. Permanent vegetation should be established as soon
as possible during the next period o£ approved seeding dates.
REMOVAL OF EXISTING TILE DRAINS
When specified, the contractor shall construct an observation trench
along the entire length o£ the embankment to a minimum o£ five feet
in depth. The trench shall have a bottom width adequate to accomodate
the equipment used £or excavation, backfill, and compaction operations
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end the side slopes shall be 1:1 or £latter. When tile drains ere
encountered, the tile shall be removed to a minimum o£ 15 £eet beyond
the downstream embankment toe as measured perpendicular to the
embankment. I£ a tile line exists above the embankment it shall be
rerouted around the lagoon in an approved location. Backfilling
and compaction in the trench shall be in accordance with the EXCAVATION
AND EARTHFILL PLACEMENT requirements.
BOTTOM AND EDGES
The bottom o£ all lagoons shall be approximately level. The side
slopes shall be uniform £rom top to bottom. Scari£y the bottom and
side slopes of the lagoon a minimum depth o£ six inches and compact
with a "sheepsfoot .. Gr tamping roller to decrease the permeability
o£ the £iniahed bottom and side slopes.
CUALITY ASSURANCE
During construction of the earth embankment, a qualified inspector
as designated by the designer must be on site during construction
as necessary to verify proper construction. Testing wiil be required
as deemed necessary by the inspector and/or designer.
During construction o£ a clay,liner, a qualified construction
inspector as designated by the designer must be on site during con-
struction as necessary to verify the liner is installed in accordance
with NRCS South National Technical Center <SNTC> Technical Note
716 <Revised September 1993>. In the absence of supervision o£
construction by a qualified inspector, the liner must be tested to
ve~ify a maximum hydraulic conductivity of 0;00000~.25 em/sec.
When testing is required, the owner will be responsible £or furnish-
ing test results and certification that the construction meets
the design requirements. Any testa and certification should be
performed by a certified laboratory.
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AREA TO BE SEEDED: 1 .0 ACRES
USE THE SEED MIXTURE INDICATED AS FOLLOWS:
0.0 LBS. FESCUE GRASS AT 60 LBS./ACRE
<BEST SUITED ON CLAYEY OR WET SOIL CONDITIONS>
SEEDING DATES: SEPTEMBER 1 TO NOVEMBER 30
FEBRUARY 1 ·To MARCH 30
0.0 LBS. RYE GRAIN AT 30 LBS./ACRE <NURSERY FOR FESCUE>
0.0 LBS. 'PENSACOLA' BAHIA GRASS AT 60 LBS./ACRE
<SEE FOOTNOTE NO. 1>
SEEDING DATES: MARCH 15 TO JUNE 15
8.0 LBS. HULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 8 LBS./ACRE
<SUITED FOR MOST SOIL CONDITIONS>
SEEDING DATES: APRIL 1 TO JULY 31
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0.0 LBS. UNHULLED COMMON BERMUDA GRASS AT 10 LBS./ACRE
SEEDING DATES: JANUARY 1 TO MARCH 30
40.0 LBS. RYE GRASS AT 40 LBS ./ACRE <TEMPORARY VEGETATION>
SEEDING DATES: DECEMBER 1 TO MARCH 30
LBS.
APPLY THE FOLLOWING:
1000.0 LBS. OF 10-10-10 f FERTILIZER (1000 LBS./ACRE>.
2.0 TONS OF DOLOMITIC LIME <2 TONS/ACRE>
100.0 BALES OF SMALL GRAIN STRAW (100 BALES/ACRE>
ALL SURFACE DRAINS SHOULD BE INSTALLED PRIOR TO SEEDING. .SHAPE
ALL DISTURBED AREA IMMEDIATELY AFTER EARTH MOVING IS COMPLETED.
APPLY LIME AND FERTILIZER THEN DISK TO PREPARE A 3 TO 4 INCH
SMOOTH SEEDBED. APPLY SEED AND FIRM SEEDBED WITH A CULTIPACKER
OR SIMILAR EQUIPMENT. APPLY MULCH AND SECURE WI-TH .A 'MULCH
ANCHORING TOOL OR NETTING. .
1. PENSACOLA BAHIAGRASS IS· SLOWER TO ESTABLISH THAN COMMON
BERMUDA GRASS. WHEN USING BAHIA, IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT 8
LBS./ACRE OF COMMON BERMUDA BE INCLUDED TO PROVIDE COVER
UNTIL BAHIAGRASS IS ESTABLISHED.
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TYPICAL VIEW OF A ONE-STAGE LAGOON SYSTEM
' Settled Top Elevation S2..0
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FLEXIBLE PIPE SHALL BE ATTACHED TO OUTLET PIPES TO DISCHARGE WASTE BELOW LAGOON SURFACE .
RIP-RAP OR OTHER SUITABLE MATERIAL WILL BE PLACED AT PIPE OUTLETS TO PREVENT EROSION OF CLAY
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PLAN OF EXCAVATED WASTE STORAGE PIT
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NAME: L .\W. A~M 0~ s :z ... u: .. Date: S" /'l-3/97
county: SAMPSo...a
Address: Sos Mc-DAtJust... 'KI?
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Designer : GLENN CLIFTON
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Job Number 953
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Beginning Elevation = 40
Beginning Station = 123+.6
I 123~.6 to 315+.7
S TION NUMBER 1
I Centerline Station 123 .... 6
RIGINAL DATA:
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~RIGINAL DATA:
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ORIGINAL DATA:
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Date 05/23/97
Job Number 953
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PAD FILL & CUT
ITEMPLATE DATA :
Beginning Elevation = 57.3
Beginning Station = -+-40
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0.0 I 60.0 30.0 I 60.0 70.0 I 58.4 100.0 I 57.7 200.0 I 57.4
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Deeigner ·: GLENN CLIFTON
Date 05/23/97
Job Number 954
Checker
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Width ss ss <£t) Sta (£t) <SqFt> <Cu.Yds) <SqFt> <Cu.Yds>
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EARTHWORK COMPUTATION SHEET
NAME: L & W AMMONS INC
SETTLED TOP DIKE ELEVATION: S~~
TYPE EARTHWORK: X Dike _3: 1 ss -12'_Top:
STATION FILL END AREA SUM OF
HEIGHT <Sq. Ft. ) END AREAS
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100.00 27975
16.00 8897
46.00 31100
100.00 58200
106.00 35835
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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Producer-----:LARRY & WALTER AMMONS
Name of Farm-:L & W FARMS, INC
Location-----:805 MCDANIEL RD
County:SAMPSON
ROSEBORO NC 28382
Phone--------:910-5~4-6&35
Type Operation-------------:WEAN-FEED
Number of Animal-----------: &080
Storage Structure----------:A~aerobic Lagoon
Method of application ------:Irrigation
Amount of waste produced per year ---------------:
Amount of plant available N <PAN> produced/yea r-:
2567 tons/year
2 918 lbs. /year
The waste from your animal facility must be land appl i ed at a
specified r ate to pr eve nt pollution of surface wate r and/or
groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be use
to reduce the amount of commercial fert i lizer required for the
crops in the fields where the waste is to be applied.
This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting
nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle.
Annual soil te~ts are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be
grown.
Several fa~tors are important in implementing your waste
utilization plan in order to maximize the fertili z er value of the
~aste and to ensure that it is applied in an en~ironmentally safe
manner:
1 . Always a pply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown
and the nutrient content of the waste. Do not apply more
nitrogen than the crop ~an utilize.
2. Soil types are i mportant as they have diffe r ent infiltration
rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and
available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at more
than 5 tons per acre per year. Waste may be applied to land
eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually, but l e ss than
10 tons per acr e per year providing that adequate filter
strips are established.
4. Do not apply wast e on saturated soils, when it is t'aining, or
when the surface is frozen. Eithe r of these conditions may
in runoff to the surface waters which is not allowed under DWQ
regulations.
5. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoild dr i ft and
downwind odor p r oblems.
&. To maximize the value of the nutrients for crop production and
to reduce the potential for pollution, the waste should be
applied to a growing crop ~r applied not mo r e than 30 days
prior to planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy.
Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and
, reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste application method shown above. If
you choose to change method ~ in the future, you need t o revise
this plan . Nutrient levels for different application methods are
not the same.
The estimated acres needed to apply the anim a l waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage
requirem en ts should be ba s ed on the waste analy s is re p o r t from
yo ur was t e manag e ment fa cility . In s ome c as e s y o u ma y wan t to have
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plant analysis made, which could allow additional waste to be
applied. Provisions shall be made for the area receiving waste to
be flexible so as to accommodate changing waste analysis content·
and the crop type. Lime must be applied to maintain pH in the
optimum range ~or speci~ic crop production.
This waste utilization plan, i~ carried out, meets the
requireMents for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H .0217 adopted by the
Environmental Management Commission.
YOUR WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
Tr·act
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No. Type Code /Act'e /Uni t Used Apply
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1 WaB B 4.7 50.00 5.0 1175 MAR-OCT
1 WaB K N/A 50.00 * 5.0 250 S-APRIL
'=> L.. WaB B 4.7 50.00 7.0 1645 t11AR-OCT
2 WaB ' K N/A 50.00 * 7.0 350 S-APRIL
Total 12.0
Available Nitrogen (includes commercial)
Surplus Or De~icit
3420
2918
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Crop codes: Crop-unit
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A=Ba r ley-bu.
B=Bermudagrass(graze>-tons
C=Bermudagrass<hay)-tons
D=Corn(grain)-bu.
E=Corn(silage>-tons
F =Cotton-lbs. lint
G=Fescue<graze)-tons
H=Fescue(hay>-tons
!=Oats-bu.
J=Rye-bu.
K=Small grain(graze)-acre
L=Small grain<~ay>-acre
M=Sorghum<grai n >-cwt.
W=Wheat-bu.
Y=Fescue(pasture>-tons
Z=Bermudagrass<pasture)-tons
Applying the above amount o~ waste is a big job. You should plan
time and have ap pr opri~te equipment to apply the waste in a timely
manner.
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The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while ~
meeting the N requirements. In the future, regulations may req~ire
farmers in some parts of North Carolina to have a nutrient
management plan that addresses all nutrients. This plan only
addresses nitrogen.
In interplanted fields (i.e. small gt~ain, etc, interseeded in
bermudagrass>, forage must be removed through grazing, hay and/or
silage. Where grazing, plants should be grazed when they reach a
height of six to nine inches. Cattle should be removed when plants
are grazed to a height of four inches. In fields where small grain
etc, is to be removed for hay or silage, care should be exercised
not to to let small grain to reach maturity, especially late in
the season (i.e. Rpril or May). Shading may result if small grain
gets too high and this will definitely interfere with stand of
bermudagrass. This los s of stand will result in reduced yields and
less nitrogen being utilized. Rather than cutting small grai n for
hay or silage just before heading as is the normal situation, you
are encouraged to cut the small grain earlier. You may want to
consider harv esting hay or silage two to three times during the
season, depending on time small grain is planted in the fall.
The ideal time to interplant small grain, etc, is late Sep~ember
or early October. Drilling is recommended over broadcasting .
Bermudagrass should be grazed or mowed to a height of about two
inches before drilling for best results.
Caution must be ex~rcised in grazing or haying summer annuals
under stressed conditions. Nitrate poisoning may occur in
livestock. Sampling forage or hay for nitrate levels is
recommended.
Acres shown in the tables are considered to be the usable acres .
excluding required buffers , filter strips along ditches, odd
areas unable to be irrigated, and perimeter areas not receiving
full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the field listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization
of animal waste.
SLUDGE APPLICATION:
The waste utilization plan must contain provision for periodic
l~nd application o f s ludge at agronomic rate s . The sludge will be
nutrient rich and will r equire precautionary measures to prevent
over application of nutrients or other elements. Your product ion
facility will produce approximately 438 lbs. of plant available
nitrogen per year in the sludge.
If you remove sludge every 5 years, you will have approximately
2189 lb s . of PAN to utilize. assuming you apply this PAN to
hybrid bermudagrass hayland at the rate of 300 lbs . of nitrogen
per acre, you will need · 7 acres of land. If you apply the
sludge to corn at the rate of 125 lbs. of nitrogen per acre, you
will need 18 acres of land. Please be aware that these are
only estimates of the PAN and land needed. Rctual requirements
could vary by 25~ depending on your sludge waste analysis, soil
types, realistic yi elds , and application methods.
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APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not ~xceed the intake rate
of the soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or pending
occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moi s ture content,
soil structure, soil texture, water droplet size, and organic
solids. The application amount should not exceed the a v ailable
water holding capacity of .the soil at the time of irrigation nor
should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen
needs of the crop.
If surface irrigation i s the method of land applicati o n fo r this
plan, it is th e r-esp o n s ibility of the pt·oduce t' a nd it·r·i gation·
designe r to en s ure that an irrigation system i s instal l ed to
p r operly irrigate the ac r e s shown in tables. Failure to apply the
r e commended r ates and a mounts of nitrogen shown in the tabl e may
make this plan invalid.
The following table i s p r ovided as a guide for establishing
application rates and amounts.
Tract Field Soil Crop Applic Applic
No. No. Type Rate Amot.mt
< i n/hr) (inche s > ------------======= ====== ------====== ------------------
J.81~ WaB C B -tJgt.l.E: •0 .,q&.t
2,8({,., 7-Wa~ cs-Q,R~ ~CD .~b
This is the maximum application amount allowed for the s oil
assuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the c r op i s not over
applied. In many situations the application amount shown cannot be
applied because of the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum s oil
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Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and
the temporary storage must be removed on the average of once every
& months. In no instances should the volume of the waste be stored
in your structure be within the 25 year 24 hour storm storage or
one foot of freeboard except in the event of the 25 year 24 hour
storm.
It is the responsibility of the producer and waste applicator to
ensure that the spreader equipment is operated properly to apply
the correct rates to the acres shown in the tables. Failure to
apply the recommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the
tables may make this plan invalid.
Call your technical specialist after you receive the waste
analysis report for assistance in determining the amount of waste
per acre and the proper application rate prior to applying the
wast e.
NARRATIVE OF OPERRTION
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WRSTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
Name of Farm: L & W FARMS, INC
Owner/Manager Agreement
I (we> understand and will follow and implement the specifications
and the operation and maintenance procedures established in the
approved anjmal waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I
(we> know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of
the waste treatment and storage system or construction of new
facilities will require a new certification to be submitted to the
North Carolina Division of Water Quality <NCDWQ) before the new
animals are stocked •. I <we) also understand that there must be no
discharge of animal waste from this syste~ to the . surface waters
of the state from a storm event less severe than the 25-year, 24-
hour storm. The approved plan will be filed on-site at the farm
office and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation
District and will be available for review by NCDWQ upon request .
Name of Facility Ownet~: LARRY & WALTER AMMONS
<Please print>
Si gnatur ~~ Date: 5-16-?1
Name of ne
Signature: -------------------------'Date:--------
Name of Person Preparing Plan:
<Please print:)
Affi 1 iat ion: Prestage Farms, Inc.
Address: P 0 Box 438
Clinton NC 28328
Signature: Jl .~ C~~
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G. Glenn Clifton
Phone: 910-592-5771
Date: 5}1~/97
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EXHIBIT A'-8 -
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the sta~e by
runotr, drift, manmade conveyances, direct application, or
direct discharge during operation or land application. Any
discharge of waste which reache s surface water is prohibited .
There must be documentation in t~e design folder that ~he
nroducer either owns or has an ac~eement for use of adecuate
iand on which to properly apply the waste . If the producer does
not own adequate land to properly cispose of waste, he/she shall
provide a copy of an agreement with a landowner ~ho is wi th in a
reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for
waste application . It is the responsibility of the owner of the
facility to secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when
there is a ch_ang e in the operation, inc rease in the number of
animals , method of utilization, or available land .
Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the
nitrogen needs for realistic crop yields based on soil type,
available moisture, historical data, climatic conditior-s, and
level of management, unless there are regul~tions that restrict
the rate of application for other nutrients.
Animal wast e shall be applied to land eroding less than 5 tons
per acre per year. Waste may be applied to land that is eroding .
at 5 or more tons, but less than 10 tons per acre per year
providing grass filter strips are installed where runoff leaves
the field. {See FOTG Standard 393 -Filter Strip)
Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after
waste application. Waste should not b~ applied when there is
danger of drift from the irrigation field .
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorporated o n conventionally tilled
cropland . When applied to conservation tilled crops or
grassland , the waste may be broadcast provided the application
does not occur during a seaso~ prone to flooding. {See "Weather
and Climate in North Carolina" ~or guidance.)
Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration rate such that runoff does not occur offsite o r to
surface waters a nd in a method which doe s not cause drift from
the site during application. No pending should occur in order
to control odor or flies .
Anima l waste shall nqt be applied to saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
Animal waste shall b e applied on active ly grcwing cro9s in such
a ma nner ~h at the c r o o is not cove~ed wi t h waste to a ceoth that
would in ~ib it g~owth.· The potent ial for salt daffiage f~~m animal
waste shculd also b e considered.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
10. Waste nut~ients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted c~ops on soils with a high potential for
leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be
held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover c~op planted to
take up released nutrients. Waste shall not be applied more
than 30 days prior to planting of tbe crop or forages breaking
dormancy.
11. Any new sw~ne facility sited on or af~er October 1, 1995 shall
comply with the following: The outer perimeter of the land area
onto which waste is applied from a lagoon that is a com~onent of
a swine farm shall be at least SO feet from any residential
property boundary and from any perennial stream or river (other
than an irriaation ditch or canal. Animal .waste other than
swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995),
shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to perennial waters.
(See Standard 393 -Filter Strips).
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than· 100 feet to
wells.
13. Animal wa s te shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other property
and public right-of-w~ys.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface waters,
drainageways, or wetlands by a discharge or by over-spraying.
Animal waste may be applied to prior converted cropland provided
they have been approved as a land application site by a
"technical specialist". Animal waste shall not be applied on
grassed waterways that discharges d i rectly inton water courses,
and on other grassed waterways, waste shall be applied at
agronomic rates in a manner that causes no runof~. or drift from
the site . ·
16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities,
showers, toilets, sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into the
animal waste management system.
17. A pr.otecti ve cover of appropriate vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas (lagoon embankments, berms,
pipe runs, etc.). Areas shall be fenced, as necessary, to
protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and
other woodv soecies, etc., are limited to areas where considered
appropriate. -Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible.
Berms and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence
of erosion, leakage or discharge .
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
REQUIRED SPECIFICATIONS
18. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or
terminated, the owneY is responsible for obtaining and
implementing a "closure plan" which will eliminate the
possibility of an illegal discharge, pollution -and erosion .
19. Waste handling stYuctuYes, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should
be inspected on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks,
and spills. A regulaY maintenance checklist should be kept on
site.
20. Animal waste can be used in a rotation that includes veaetables
and other crops for direct human consumption . Ho we ver, -if
animal waste is used on crops for direct human consumption it
should only,be applied preplant with no further applications of
animal waste during the crop season.
21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mayk the top and
bottom elevations of the temporary storage (pumping volume) of
all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping s hall be managed to
maintain the liouid level between the markers. A marker will
be required to ~ark the maximum storage volume for waste
storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil
shall be t ested at least annually at crop sites where waste
products are applied : Nitrogen shall be the rate -determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be
monitored and alternative crop sites shall be used when thes
metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production and maintained. Soil and waste
analysis records shall be kept for five years. Poultry dry
waste application records shall be maintained for three {3)
years. Waste application records for all other waste shall be
maintained for five (5) years.
23. Dead animals will be disposed of in a manner that meets North
Carolina regulations.
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North carolina Agricultural Extension Service
Agri-Waste Management
Biological and Agricultural Engineering North carolina University
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LIVESTOCK WASTE SAMPLING, ANALYSIS AND CALCULATION
OF LAND APPLICATION.RATES
James c. Barker
SAMPLE COLLECTION •
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·.B.
semi-Solid Lot Manure
·i. scraped directly from lot into spreader
a. From loaded spreader, collect about 2 lbs of
manure from different locations using nonmetallic
collectors.
ii. l'rcm storaqe
a. Collect about 2 lbs of manure from under the surface
crust avoiding bedding materials and using nonmetallic
collectors.
Liquid Manure Slurry
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Onder-slotted-floor pit
a. Extend a l/2" nonmetallic conduit open on both
ends into manure to pit floor. ·
b. Seal upper end of conduit (e.g., by placing a
thumb over end of conduit) trapping manure that
has entered lower end, remove and empty slurry
into plastic bucket or nonmetallic container.
c. Take subsamples from 5 or more locations or at
least 1 quart. ·
d. Mix and add about 3/4 pint to nonmetallic sample
container.
Exterior storaqe basin or tank
a . Make sure manure has been well mixed with a liquid
manure chopper-agitator pump or propeller agitator.
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agitator pump or from manure spreader and place in a
plastic bucket.
*Professor and Extens1on Specialist, Biological and Agricultural
Engineering Oepar~ment, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC
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Mix and add 3/4 pint to a nonmetallic sample container.
C. L&fJOOD Liquid
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Collect about 3/4 pint of recycled lagoon liquid from inflow
pipe to flush tanks in a nonmetallic sample container.
From Lagoon
a. Place a small bottle (1/2 pint or less) on end of
10-15' ·pole .
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Brush away floating scum or debris.
•Submerge bottle with 1' of liquid surface.
Empty into a plastic bucket, repeat about 5 times
around lagoon, mix and add 3/4 pint to ·nonmetallic·
sample container.
Broi1er or Turkey Litter
i. Bouse Litter
ii.
a. Visually ·inspect litter for areas of varying quality
e.g., areas around feeders and waterers, and estimate
percent of floor surface in each area.
b.. Take about 5 litter subsamples at locations
proportionate to item a. E.g., if 20% of litter
of similar visual quality is around feeders and
waters, take ~ subsample there and the other 4
subsamples from remainder of floor surface.
c. At·each location, collect litter from a 6~ by 6"
area down to earth· floor and place in a plastic bucket.
d. After 5 subsamples have been added to the bucket, mix
and add about 2-3 lbs litter to a nonmetallic sample
container such as a 1-qallon freezer bag and seal.
From Stockpile
a. Take subsamples from about 5 locations at least 18"
into pile_.
b. Mix;· add 2-3 lbs to nonmetallic sample container and
seal. '-
·SAMPLE PREPARATION AND TRANSFER
A. Place sample into an expandable container that can be sealed.
residues from container with clean water but do not use
disinfectants, soaps or treat in any other way. ..
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Pack •ample in ice, refrigerate, freeze or transfer to .-lab
quickly.
Hand-delivery i• the most reliable way of sample transfer.
If mailed, protect sample container with packing material such
as newspaper, box or package with wrapping paper and tape.
Commercial sample containers and mailers are also available.
contacts:
i. A&l Eutem Agric:ultur• lm. Inc.
7G.21 Wllic.p,... Road
iii. Polyfo.m Pack•rs
2320 S. Foster Ave .
Wheeling, IL 60090
Ph: (3121 398-0110
Richmond. VA 23237
Pt\: (804l 7-43-9401
i. mn. Scientific Co
3315 Winton Road
Ral.ign, NC 27804
iv.NASCO
901 JanesviUe Ave.
Ft Atkinscm. W1 53538
P~ivate analytical labs are also available, but sample analys~s
costly. · --·
The NCDA provides this service for North Carolina residents.
i. Address: North carolina Department of Agriculture
Agronomic Division
. Plant/Waste/Solution Advisory Section
· Blue Ridge Road Center
P. o. Box 27647
Raleigh, NC 27611
Ph: (919) 733-2655
Attn: Ray Campbell
ii. Forward $4.00 along with the sample.
iii. Include the .followinq identification information with
sample:
a. Livestock species (dairy, swine, turkey, etc.)
b. Livestock ·usaqe (swine-nursery, finishing; turkey
breaders, brooderhouse, grower, number flocks grown
on litter; etc.)
c. Waste type (dairy-lot scraped manure, liquid slurry;
swine-pit slurry, lagoon liquid, sludge; broiler-
h~~se litter, stockpile)
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iv. Routine anaiysis performed on all samples: N, P, K, Ca,
Mg, Na, S, Fe,
Mn, Zn, Cu, B
.v. Additional analysis performed upon request: OM, Mo, Cd,
Ni, Pb
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System Calibration
Information presented in manufadurer's charts are based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and· flow. With contin_ued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating· the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For examp:e, operating the system with exc essive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure incr~ase. · Plugged
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will red uce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces th e coverage diameter and _application
uniformity.
For the above reason~ you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to
ensure -proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring -flow at
several locations in the application area . Any number of containers can be used to
cpllect flow ancf determine the application rate. Rain gauges work best because
they already have a graduated sca!.e from which to read the application amount
without having to ·perform additiooal calculations. However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform Qpening a~d cross-section cari be used provi~ed
the liquid collect~ can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring.
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For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly .
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction of.
pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both sides of
the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern. You should c;:ontact your -irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance.
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i~ United States (\UJ)) DeP.artment of
~-Agnculture
Natural
Resources
Conservation
Service
W A.STI: MANAGEME..r."'T FACll.ITY SITE EV ALUATICN
NA.\f£ l t I .J ;-r, ~ ""'->, -:1 '"' c
80,$ r)j L tJ Afl tt':l. ~I;?
LOCATION I.'D Ml\.t ~OUTH 4F
Mc..bAf'lt<.k on r.IC. '/-11
NC-CPA-17
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LOC.\TION DATA
!:liSTA.."CE FROM NEAREST RESIDENCE ~OT OW!'. "ED BY PRaDUCER ].Ot:J <> IT.
DISTANCE FROM~ PlJBUC FAC!l.ITY (sc:bool. church. d.c.) Y.B o o FT.
IS SITE WIT".dJN lOo-'r::.U.Fl..OOD PLAJN?
if~ NRCS c:1J1QOl provide sssisunce.
~SITE .\T LEAST 100 FT. FROM A "BLUE LINE" PERENNIAL STIU:AM7
Ii DO. site mQSt be relooted.
IS Sil'E wriHlN 1 MILE ZONING JURlSOicnON OF A MUNIC:P.<\Ll1Y?
If yes. Jaadowuer should c:oasuJt with loci zoaing boa.-d :~bout required
pc:mits. Pencia m.ust he obained prior to design approval.
ARE TJi1UI'IES IN CONSTlWCTION AREA?
!f Y'=>. see Put 503 of the Nadoa.al EngiDeerlng M:mwll and !oUow policy.
(Col!ies of maps or other reference materials may be atnched to site
enluatiorL")--·
~'1U. SI!E INVOLVE cu:ARING WOODUND ORA..'lYNON~ROP~
II ya. prodaa:r :nust complete Form .NRCS-CP A-38 (Request for Certified
Wetiud Determinstioa/Deline:.tioa).
W!LL ACTION R'ESUl.':" IN SW AMPBu"S7iNG7
YES NO~
NO
NO~
NO ~
NO_·_
YES NO_:!_
IF W'£'rl.ANDS ARE n-;voL Vt:D. IT IS mE R.ESPONSIDII..lTY' OF 1l£E PROOt.'CER. TO CONTACT rzn:: US Ai:t.'dY CORP OF
ENGINEERS AND TirE DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENI"AL MANAG£.'-iENT TO OE"''EllMMNE IF l'E..lUm'S ARE REQUIRED.
IF \\'ETL-\."1>S ARE INVOLVED. T"n; PROOGCER SHOULD NOT~ AN'[ u.ND UNTIL. A WETLAND DEL."''EATICN
IS MADE.
.li."RCS will provide tec!mial ~isbco: in wednnds orlly under the foUowiJI;. cnaditio~ For uar:d wetland
iaclwions less thaa one :acre in size, NRCS will provide 3Sist:anc:e only it the fuactions and values lost 3J"C fully
mitigated. For !larur:d wc:tllUlds gre31er tb:aa one :acre in size, NRCS will provide :usist:ance only :after 2
rigorous sequencillg process to include :~voidance., miaimiution of Impacts, :md cnmpens:ttory mitigation is
anied out in !h:at order of reference.
ODOR CONTilOL
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• PREDOMINANT WT1'm DlRECTION?
I • PRECHARGINGL\GOON WinHRESHWATER T OATLE.-\ST 112
OF TilE CAPACffi-:'
• USING GOOD SOL 'NO JUDGMDIT IN L ·\ND APPUCATION
OF WASTE?
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O!liE.R £l'('VlRONME."'T..U. FACTORS
IS ENDANCERED AND/OR. "THREATE."ru> SPECI:ES HABIT AT PRESENT?
IS A DESIGNATED NA11JRAL SCENIC AREA INCLUDED IN lHE PI..Ah'MNG AREA OR
WIIl. PLANNED ACllONS IMl"ACT ON AN ADJACGNT NAlURAL SCENIC AR£A1
IS AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR HISTORl~ SITE LDCA'ITD IN TilE P:..A."lNED AREA?
ARE TiiERE PRIME. UNIQUE, STATE OR LOCALLY IMPORT ANT FAIL\Il.ANDS IN THE
OPERATING UNIT7
V.'Ill TiiE ACTION RESULT IN SODBU~G?
II the llllS'Wer to any of the above is yo, NRCS will not prolidf: tecbnic:ll
usisunce unless ageucv poUcv is followed
WASTE MA..~ACE."''tE.~
YES
YES
yr_s
YES
YES
DOES PRODGCER OWN ENOUGH I.A.'ID TO PROPERLY L\.'ID APPLY ALL WASTE YES _L_
.INCLUDlNG SWOOE. ALTiiOUGH SLUDGE MAY ONLY BE APPLIED INFREQUENrL Y?
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IF NO. DOES PRODUCER. HAVE ACCESS TO MORE L\:.'ID? YES_·
IF LAND IS NOT OWNED BY PRODUCE..~ CAN PRODUCER GET AGREE.\iENT ON UNO YES
ON WlnC.'i TO APPLY W AS'IE7
(Attach Waste Utflization Plan to site evaluation.)
SOU.INVESTICAnON-VALID ONLY IF SOU. Jli1Vl:STICATION
SHEET ATtACHED
IS SOIL SUIT ABU: FOR.I..AGOON?
IS AI.lNER.REQUIRED?
riPE OF LIND. 1'0 BE USED:
IF .:lAY i...INER. IS TO BE USED. IS SUITABLE CL\.Y AV AILAEu; ON
SITE?
IF CLAY IS NOT AV AJL.\BI.E ON SITE, DOES UNDOWNER. HAVE
ACCESS TO ClAY?
IS A CORE TRENCH REQUIRED?
(Attach soil iD.ft:stlgatioa sheet to site emaadoa.)
IS SUBSURFACE DRAIN'IILE PRESENT?
NO
NO
CLAY.::::._ BENTONITE
YES ...:::.._ NO
YES NO
NO...::::_
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Swine Farm Waste Management Odor Control Checklist
So.urcc
Farmstead
An~al body surfaces
Floor surfaces
-Manure collection pits
Ventilation exhaust fans
Indoor surfaces
Flush tanks
Flush alleys
Pit rc:chargc points
Lift stations
Outside drain collection
or junction boxes
Cause
• Swine production
• Dirty manure-covered animals
• Wet manure-covered floors
• Urine;
• Partial microbial decomposition
• Volatile gases ;
Dust
• .Dust
• Agitation of recycled lagoon
liquid while tanks arf! filling
• Agitation during'wastewater
conveyance
• Ag itation of recycled In goon
liquid while pits arc filling
• Agitation during sump tank
filling and drawdown
• Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
AMOC -November 11, 1996, Page 3
BMPs to Minimize Odor
8' Vegetative or wooded buffers;
C3"' Reco~me~dcd best manage~ent practices;
a./ Oo~ judgme~t and comm~n sense
ifi7 Dry floors
i3" Slotted floors; . .
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~ Wat~rers located over slotted "floors;
a Feeders at high end of solid floors ;
a ~rape manure buildup from floors ;
ff Und~rnoor ventilation for . drying
B'Frequent manure removal by flush, pit recharge,
or scrape;
~nderfloor ventilation
E? jan ma intenance ;
g/ Efficient air movement
. Er" jvashdown between groups of animals;
a' y~ed additives; ·· · . · . .
(!(~ceder covers; · . .
(!( Feed delivery downspout extenders .to feeder
covers
· CJ Flush tank covers;
CJ Extend fill lines to near bottom of tanks with
tl~sl bon vents
Extend recharge lines lO nenr boll om of pits
with anti-siphon vents
0 Sump tonk covers
CJ Box covers
Site Specific Practices
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End of drainpipes at
lagoon
Lagoon surfaces
Irrigation sprinkler .
nozzles
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Storage tank or basin
surface
Settling basin surface
Manure, slurry or sludge
spreader outlets
Uncovered manure,
slurry or sludgo on field ·
surfaces ·
Oead .animals
Oend animal disposal
pits
Incinerators
Cause
• Agitation during wastewater
conveyance
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Biological mixing;
Agitation
High pressure agitation;
Wind drift
Partial microbial decomposition;
Mbdng while filling;
Agitation when emptying
Partial microbial decomposition;
Mixing while filling;
Agitation when emptying
Agitation when. spreading;
Volatile gas emissions
Volatile gas emissions while
drying .:/ ·
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Carcass decomposition
Carcass decomposition
lncom~lctc .combustion
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BMPa to Minimize Odor
Extend discharge point of pipes underneath
lagoon liquid level
13' Proper lagoon liquid capacity;
C3""' Correct lagoon startup procedures ;
Gf" ~inimum surface area:.ta.volume rntio;
rrf Minimum agitation when .pumping;
0 ·Mechanical aeration;
0 Proven biological additives c
ii. Irrigate on dry days with linle or no wind;
19"'" _)iinimum recommend~d operating press.ure ;
.r;(' Pump intiske near t.agoon liquid surface;
0 .... ~mp from second-stage lagoon ·
0 Bonom or midlevelloading;
CJ Tank covers;
D Basin surface mats of solids;
D Proven biological additives or oxidants
CJ Extend drainpipe outlets underneath liquid
!~vel;
0 Remove senled solids regularly
0 Soil injection ofsluny/sludges;
0 Wash residual manure from sprea<ter afier use;
. 0 Proven biological additives or oxidants
(] Soil injection of slurry/sludges
0 Soil incorporat~on wi~hin 48 hrs.;
(] Spread .in thi~ uniform layers for rapid drying;
roven bloiogical additives or oxidnnts
Proper disposition of carcasses
0 Complete covering of carca sses in burial pits;
. 0 Proper ~QC~tionlconstruc.tion of dispo sal pits
0 Secondary stcick burners
SiteS ec:lnc Practices
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Standing water around
facilities /
Manure tracked onto
public roads from farm
access
Additionallnfonnation :
.Caute
• Improper drainage;
• Microbial decomposition of
organic matter
• Poorly maintained access roads
Swine Manure Management ; 0200 Rule!BMP Packet
BMP1 to Minimize. Odor
Grado and landscape such that water drains
away from facilities
ii' Farm access road maintenance
Swine Production Farm Potential Odor Sources and Remedies ; EBAE Fact Sheet
Swine Production Facility Manure Management: Pit Rcc~argc ·Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 128-88
Swine Production Facility Manure Management : Underfloor Flush· Lagoon Treatment; EBAE 129-88
Lagoon Design and Management for Livestock Manure Treatment and Storage; EBAE 103-83 ·
Calibrati~n .ofManuro and Wastewater Application Equipment; EBAE fact Sheet
Controlling Odors from Swine Buildings ; PlH-33 · · ...
Environmental Assurance Program ; NPPC Manual
Options for Managing Odor : a report from tho Swine Odor Task Force
Nuisance Concerns In Animal Manure Management: Odors and Flies; PR0107, 1995 Conference Proceedings
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Site S ec:lnc: PMlctlces
Available From :
NCSU, County Extension Center
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU-BAE
.NCSU • BAE
NCSU-BAE
NCSU ·Swine Exten5ion
NC Pork Producers Assoc
NCSU Agri Communications
Florida Cooper1ltivc Extension
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Insect Control Checklist for Animal Operations
Source
Flush Gutters
. Lagoons and Pits
Excessive Ve"getative
GroWth
Feeders
Feed Storage
Cause
• Accumulation of solids
• Crusted Solids
· • Decaying vegetation
• Feed Spillage
• Accumulations of feed residues
AM:.__ November 11, 1996, Pago 1
Flush system is designed and operated
sufficiently to remove accumulated solids from
..;.g~tters a! designed. . · ·
19' Remove bridging or'accum~latcd solids at
ischarge ·
Maintain lagoons, settling basins and pits where
pest breeding is apparent to minimize the
crusting of solids ·to a depth of no more than 6 -
8 inches over more than 30% of surface.
< BY Maintain vegetative control along banks of
higoons and other impoundments to prevent
accumulation of decaying vegetative matter
along water's edge on Impoundment's perimeter.
Design, operate and maintain feed systems (e.g.,
.bunkers and troughs) to minimize the
accumulation of.decaying wastage. ~Clean up spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7-10
day interval during summer;.tS-30 day interval
during winter).
j3? Reduce moisture accumulation within and
around immediate perimeter of feed storage
areas by insuring drainage away from site
. and/or providing adequate containment (e.g .,
covered bin for brewer's grain and similar higb
.,mOiscu·re grain produces).
61"" Inspect for and remov~ or break up accumulated
solids in filter. strips around feed storage as
needed. . ·
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Animal Holding A~eas
Dry Manure Handling
S)'stcms
• Accumulations of animal wastes
and feed wastage ·
0 Eliminate low areas that trap moisture along
fences and other locations where waste
accumulates and .. disturbance by animals is
minimal.
I::J Maintain fence rows and filter strips around
animal holding areas to minimize
accumulations of wastes (i.e., inspect for and ~emovc or break up acc1lmulated solids as /
needed). I
• Accumulations of animal wastes 0 Remo~e spillage on a routine basis (e.g., 7 • 10
day interval during iummer; I S-30 day interval
. during winter) where manure is loaded for land
application or disposal.
.0 Provide for adequate drainage around manure
stockpiles.
0 Inspect for and remove or break up accumulated
wastes in filter strips around stockpiles and
manure handling areas as needed.
For more infonnation contact the Cooperative Extension Service, Department of Entomology, Box 7613, North Carolina State University,
Raleigh, NC, 27695-7613.
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(check which method(s) are being implemented)
Burial three feet beneath the surface of rhe ground within 24 hours after
knowledge of the death. The burial must be at least 300 feet from any flowing
stream or public body of water.
Rendering at a rendering plant licensed under G.S. 106-168.7
Complete incineration
In the case of dead poultry only, placing in a disposal pit of a size and design
approved by the Department of Agriculture
Any method which in the professional opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of part of a dead animal's value without endangering
human or animal health. (Written approval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
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IRRIGATION
DESIGN
CERTIFICATION
FOR
L&W AMMONS
6400 WEAN TO FEEDER
June 19. 1997
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SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE LAND APPLICATION OF WASTEWATER
IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR MR. LARRY AND MR. WALTER AMMONS OF
L&W FARMS; L&W FARMS IS A WEAN-fEEDER OPERATION, IN
SAMPSON COUNTY
CONTRACTOR FOR: PRESTAGE FARMS, INC OF CLINTON, NC.
According to the data furnished by the owners Larry & Walter Ammons and Prestage Farms, INC.,
this is an operation that contains four wean to feeder buildings with 6400 capacity and one primary
and one secondary storage lagoons. The annual PAN (Plant Available Nitrogen) produced by this
particular operation will be 2918 pounds.
Soil type on this farm in the area where wastewater will be applied is Wagram, in both fields #1 & #2.
The Wagram series is a well drained Coastal Plain and terrace soils with thick sandy surface layers and
friable loamy subsoil's. The permeability rate is between 2.0" and 6.0" per hour in the top twenty inches
and between .6" and 2.0" per hour in the top 20 or 80 inches. The design precipitation rate, according
to the NRCS Technical Guide on Soils in North Carolina, is .6" per hour on WaB with Bermudagrass-
grazed as well as small grain-grazed cover. (NOTE: This recommendation is for typical irrigation, but
we have designed the following design with wastewater application in mind, that is the explanation for
the difference in the reconunended precipitation rates and the designed precipitation rates.)
The Nutrient Management Plan, developed by Prestage Farms, INC., include a cropping system of
Bermudagrass-grazed and Small grain-grazed. The total effective irrigated area as calculated by the
Irrigation Plan designer is approximately 12.12 acres. The area at the ends and on the sides of the pulls
will not receive uniform coverage during application. The effective area of irrigation is considered
approximately 70 percent of the throw diameter of the chosen sprinkler.
. The calculations made by Prestage Farms, INC. show that 12 acres of pasture land will utilize 3420
pounds of PAN. Since only pan will be generated annually, the 12.12 acres of pasture that can be
effectively irrigated will be more than adequate.
There should be adequate storage to allow time for application of the wastewater on the Bermudagrass-
grazed from March through October and applications on the Small grain-grazed from September through
April. After the system is in place and application becomes necessary, the manager needs to follow the
waste management plan as it is written. The total amount of wastewater that needs to be removed from
the lagoon will be based on the yearly rainfall amounts. Years where there is an unusually high rainfall
amount, more water will need to be pumped and sprayed on the pasture land, to keep the lagoon levels
within requirement. It is a good idea for the operators of this system to be familiar with average rainfalls
for their particular regions. This can help in the scheduling of their land applications. These can be
obtained at local extension offices or at NC State University. There are a number of places but these are
two well known locations.
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LAND APPLICATION SYSTEM:
With our recommendation and the wants of the customer we have decided to use the ABI Hard Hose
Traveler; model 75 AT 820. The machine is equipped with 820' of 2.5" poly hose, a Nelson 100
end gun with a .812" ring nozzle and will acconunodate all of the customers needs. This will take
approximately 164 hours of pumping to remove the 1,167,360 gallons of wastewater produced by the
animals. This can be broken down into 20.5; 8hr days. The arc angle setting of the sprinkler will be
270 •. The arc angle is set to achieve less than or equal to precipitation rates, the guns can be run at
larger angles, but it is not reconunended to exceed 210·. These settings do not exceed the NRCS's
recommended precipitation rate . The wetted diameter of the sprinkler is 260', the gpm is 118 gallons
per minute, the pressure at the sprinkler is 70psi, and the effective diameter of the sprinkler throw is
182'.
GPM
r (Radius)
w (Arc)
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PRECIPITATION RATE:
(calculations)
Precipitation Rate (PR) 96.3x Q 360 ----=--x-
3.14 (.9 x r)2 w
118gpm
130'
270'
PR =
96.3 X 118 360 ------x-
3.14 (.9 X 130)2 270
The travel lane spacing is 70 percent of the wetted diameter. Under different testing systems, 70 percent
has been proven to be the best figure to use for the most uniform coverage. The travel lane spacing for
this design is 260' x . 70 = 182'. The risers will be set 180 feet apart to accommodate for the joints of
PVC pipe. The system should not be operated when wind conditions are lOmph or more. The best time
to run is when winds are less than 5mph.
The maximum precipitation rate of the irrigation equipment is not to exceed application rates stated earlier
in this plan, and to achieve this rate the traveler should be run at"the following speed.
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Speed = 1.605 X Q ,
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Traveler Speed
Constant
GaUons Per Minute
Application depth
Lane spacing
s 1.605 X 118
.5 11 X 180
= 2.10 ftlmin
A total of six hydrants will be required on the fann. The longest travel distance is 680' effective length
and the shortest is 261' effective length. When the system is first started at the beginning of the travel
lane, the cart should be allowed to remain in a stationary spot for a period of approximately 25 minutes
to allow for complete coverage at the end of the travel Jane. This time may have to be adjusted in
accordance with the days conditions. When the soil already has a higher moisture content than normal,
then the time should be decreased. At all times the operator should be present with the machine during
these time periods to prevent any run off or ponding of wastewater. Table 5 gives the times for each
travel lane including 25 minutes prior to pulling.
A pump which has a capacity of 118 gpm and can maintain a pressure of 116.52 psi (269.16 feet of head)
will be needed. A diesel power unit with a centrifugal pump is our recommendation for this site. This
gives the customer all of the specifications he needs with the reliability, ease of use, and mobility. The
pump that we recommend is the Berkeley B2EQHH. Due to the higher pressure the system will be
operatoring at, the efficiency of pump drops from approximately 70% down to about 55%. This loss in
efficiency will increase the fuel consumption, but the lower cost of the complete unit out-weighs the
added fuel cost. The operating range for the diesel engine is between 2800 and 3200 rpm. The engine
that will be used in this application is a John Deere 40200, which has been used in similar applications
and has proven to operate within all of the operators expectations.
There is a ± 5 feet of elevation on the property, approximately 2% slope.
Approximately 1600' of bell and gasketed 4" class 200 IPS PVC pipe will be needed for the underground
system supply line. All supply lines will be 4". The hydrants will be constructed out of sch 80 fittings
and class 200 pipe, this is to withstand any high water hammer. The top of the hydrants will be equipped
with 4" ceramic butterfly valves, between two flanges and a 4" aluminum male circle lock adapter on top
of the hydrant. Each end riser will be equipped with 2" sweep and 2 "air relief valve to allow any air in
the line to escape without causing any damage to the line.
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The pump shall be attached to the underground mainline with a 15' flex assembly, consisting of 15' of
4" lay flat flex hose and two 4" circle lock fittings. The end that hooks to the pump will have a male
end, so that it can attach to the 4" fe~le on the pumping unit. The end going into the ground will have
a female end to attach to the male side of a 4" aluminum 90 deg elbow which is locked onto the top of
the hydrant whiCh is made like the field end riser, including male circle lock top, butterfly valve, 2"
sweep, sch 80 pressure fittings, 2" air relief, 2" adjustable pressure relief, and a 0-200 isolated pressure
gauge. A similar gauge will be at the traveler so the operator will be able to read the pressure at the
pump as well as at the reel.
The pipe will be installed with a minimum of 36" of cover over the pipe. This will prevent the pipeline
from being struck by any agricultural equipment. When trenching the PVC pipe all manufacturers
recommendations should be observed. Concrete thrust blocks should be poured at all tees , ells , gate
valves, and end risers in the system. See table 4 for thrust block sizes and see attached specs for thrust
block designs.
At the pump there will be a Berkeley 3" x 4" discharge priming valve. This swing type valve will allow
the operator to shutdown the system without the water draining back through the pump. The back
pressure of the water in the line will operate the valve. There will be a diaphragm valve on the suction
side of the pump to fill the pump and suction line when the operator starts up the system. At startup the
underground line should not be filled any faster than 40 gpm. There is a 4" butterfly valve on the entry
at the ground which will allow the operator to remove the pump from the site after shutdown and the
valve will prevent the water in the line from draining out.
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TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD:
(calculations)
NOTE: To account f~ rhte Total Dynamic Head the friction loss in the mainline as well
as the traveler hose must be accounted for (see the below calculations)
Friction Loss
Gallons Per Minute
Pipe Size
Length of line
Pipe Coefficient
Mainline Calculations
= [10.36].433
= 4.48 psi loss
Traveler Hose Calculations:
= [65.27].433
= 28.26 psi loss
TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD FOR THE COMPLETE SYSTEM:
70psi (spk pressure) + 28.26 (traveler hose loss) = 98.26 (traveler pressure)
98.26 X 2.31 = 226 .13 •
Mainline Loss 10.36•
Elevation Within Field = 5 .oo ·
Suction Lift = 8.00 •
Fitting Loss = 5.oo ·
5% Factor = 13.oo·
TDH 267.49 •
At Pump PSI = 259.49•
or 115 .8psi
or 112.3psi
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APPLICATION OF WASTEWATER
The run time to apply .5" of wastewater is given in Table S. The length of the travel lane will
determine the length of time required. Another application of wastewater should not be applied until
the last amount of wastewater has been used up through Evaptranspiration, (ET). If no rainfall
occurs, that will nonnally range from three to five days. This may vary depending on the climate.
The total amount of wastewater to be applied to the pastures should not exceed the nutrient (plant
available nitrogen-PAN) requirements of the crop based on soil type. Each application of wastewater
should be limited to a maximum rate per hour and no more than .5" per irrigation cycle. It is our
recommendation that this is the maximum amount per cycle for Bennudagrass-grazed, and small
grain-grazed. During times of excessive rainfall the amount that needs to be applied may be
dramatiCally increased, due to added water in the lagoon.
Accurate records should be maintained on the operating time for each traveler. The pressure at the
pump, at the traveler, and at the gun should also be recorded to maintain accurate application rates.
Forms for recording data can be found in the North Carolina Certification Training for Operators of
Animal Waste Systems Manual, that each applicant received when they took part in the certification
training.
Pumping should occur as much as possible during the daylight hours. Running at night should be
avoided, when possible. Again it is very important not to run the systems when winds are more than
10 mph. At the beginning of each operation the pressures need to be checked against the parameters
as laid out in this design. If by some chance they do not match up, shutdown the system and make
the proper adjustments . The specifications must be followed exactly to prevent potential runoff and
ponding. Pumping should never occur during rainy periods or when the ground is saturated. The
operator will be held responsible for choosing the proper times to irrigate. Refer to the attached spec
sheet on when to irrigate. The operator should be on site when the system is running.
It is also highly recommended to conduct annual calibrations of your equipment. With the data
recorded at each operation and information provided in this design the operator can take a few easy
steps to ensure that the system is operating as it was originally designed.
PIPE INSTALLATION:
All of the pipe will be bell and gasket Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic pipe and the fittings will be
gasketed as like the ones manufactured by Harco. The hydrants will be made out of sch 80 slip
fittings, with class 200 PVC Pipe. Again as stated earlier, the pipe will have a minimum of 36" of
cover to prevent the pipeline from any damage. Concrete Thrust blocks will be poured at ells, tees,
and end hydrants (See attached material for specifications and design.) The thrust blocks are poured
in place to prevent the line from separating at any of the joints. It is very important that the thrust
blocks be poured in undistrubed earth this will prevent the pressure on the line from moving the
thrust block itself. After the line has been laid it should be covered up and compacted to prevent any
runoff of cover dirt and soft spots above the line.
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TABLE 2-IRRIGATION LAYOUT
APPLYING IRRIGATION TO THE BERMUDA GRASS AND SMALL
GRAIN COVER
FIELD# Hyd# Trvler PR
Speed Rate
TRCT 2816
FLD#1 a 2.1 0.35
b 2.1 0.35
c 2.1 0.35
FLD#2 a 2.1 0.35
b 2.1 0.35
c 2.1 0.35
Eff EfT Wetted Nozzle
Width Lgnth Dia Size
180 461 260 0.812
180 411 260 0.812
180 261 260 0.812
180 680 260 0.812
180 300 260 0.812
180 520 260 0.812
BRAKE HORSEPOWER
(Calculations)
BHP = Qx TDH
3960xEFF
118x 267.49
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3960 X .55
= 14.49 BHP
PSI@ PSI@ Arc Wetted
Gun Reel Reel Acres
70 98.26 270 1.90
70 98.26 270 1.70
70 98.26 270 1.08
70 98.26 270 2.81
70 98.26 270 2.48
70 98.26 270 2.15
TOTA~ 12.12
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MAINTENANCE:
There should be no land application of wastewater during freezing temperatures . The pump, the
above ground portion of the discharge pipe and the suction line should be drained during freezing
temperatures, to avoid ruptures. The risers should be drained to approximately one foot below the
surface during freezing temperatures. Any liquid in the underground pipe should be protected from
freezing. Check all valves, pressure relieves, gauges, and hydrant tops at least two to three times a
year to make sure they are operating properly. Make sure none of these are leaking or have any
malfunctioning parts. The pump should be well maintained and greased properly, (refer to the
operators manual for basic pump maintenance.) The engine must be serviced regularly with oil,
coolant, and lubrication (refer to the engine operators manual for instructions). The traveler also
needs regular maintenance. Inspection of the traveler and all of it's moving parts needs to be made
before each startup. (Refer to the traveler operators manual for proper maintenance .) It is a good
idea to wash the traveler and pump down periodically to reduce corrosion. When the pump is
removed from the system, make sure the butterfly valve on the system is closed to prevent anything
from getting into the pipeline. At every startup check for leaks and make sure the line holds a
constant pressure. If a leak is found, shut the system down and do not operate again until it can be
repaired. When any of the equipment is not in use, try to store it out of the direct sunlight, especially
the traveling gun, because the sun can cause damage to the poly pipe over a long period of time.
FIELD# SLP
TRCT 2816
Fld #1 2%
TRCT 2816
Fld #2 2%
Landowner/Operator:
County:
TABLE 1-FIELD SPECIFICATIONS
SOIL CROP
TYPE
WaB Bermudagrass/Small Grain
WaB Bermudagrass/Small Grain
APP MAXAPP IRR
RATE PER CYC ACRES
0 .6 0.96 4 .99
0 .6 0.96 7.44
Larry and Walter Ammons
Sampson County
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TABLE 3 -TRAVELING GUN SETIINGS
TRAVELING GUN SETTING
FLOW RATE OF SPRINKLER (gpm) 118'
OPERATING PSI AT PUMP 112.3
DESIGN PRECIPITATION RATE 0.35
HOSE LENGTH 820
SPEED COMPENSATION MECHANICAL
PUMP TYPE ENGINE
HORSE POWER REQ'D 14.49
CONCRETE THRUSTBLOCKS:
(calculations)
90 deg elbow 23 X 150 = 3450/1500
45 deg elbow 12.4 X 150 = 1860/1500
Tee/Dead end 16.2 X 150 = 2430/1500
Gate Vlve 16.2 X 150 = . 2430/1500
Gmd Entry 29.9 X 150 = 4485/1500
Solid-Set Irrigation
= 2.30 sq ft
= 1.24. sq ft
= 1.62 sq ft
= 1.62 sq ft
= 2.99 sq ft
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TABLE 4 -THRUST BLOCK SPECIFICATIONS
LOCATION
90 DEG ELBOW
DEAD END TEE
TEE
45 DEG ELBOW
GATE VALVE
GROUND ENTRY
-THRUST BLOCK AREA (sq/ft)
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TRAVEL TIME PER PULL:
(calculations)
4801 Pull = ( 480 + 25) l 60
2.10
= 253.57/60
= 4.23 hrs
2.30
1.62
1.62
1.24
1.62
2.99
TABLE 5 -TIME PERIOD TO APPLY WATER PER LANE:
LANE LANE LENGTH HRS
la 461 4.08
lb 411 3.68
1c 261 2.49
2a 680 5.80
2b 600 5.18
2c 520 4.54
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VELOCITY IN PVC PIPE:
The manufacturers of PVC pipe recorrunend that the velocity of the water traveling through the pipe
remain less than. or equal to 5 ft/sec. In this design the velocity is 3.01 ft/sec. This is a safe velocity
to operate the system. .
Q
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VELOCITY:
(calcuiaJions)
V = Q X .408
D2
Velocity
Diameter Of Pipe
v 118 X .408
42
V = 3.01 Ft/sec
*NOTE: The design is based on infonnation obtained from the Owner, Revelle Agri-Products and
Prestage Farms, INC.
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L&-W AMMONS
6400 WEAN TO FEEDER
SCALE: 1" = 660'
LEGEND
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4" PVC MAIN LINE & LINE
RISER PULL LANE
PUMP LOCATION
THRUST BLOCK LOCATION
WELL
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ENDS AND OTI IER SPECI,._l. FITTINGS WlllCII REQUIRE RESTRAINI NG .
I Prepared by :
Date:
M . F loyd Ad ams , P.E.
June 19. 199 7
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2) MAINUNE PI PE AND LATER,._l Slt.~LI. DE 4" SCHEDULE -40 PR 220 AND
SHALL BE BURIED TO II,_ VE ,._ T LEA~I 3 FEET Of COVER.
3) EAOI HYDRA NT SHAIJ ... BE £QUIPPED WITH AN .-\IR VACUUM RELEASE VALVE.
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I TRAVELERS
()w·, e monuf~re our travelers
I .. . with o fully welded reel and
main chassis using heavy duty
tubular steel and with high quality engi-
1 neering to ensure our machines will
withstand the hardest working condi-
tions for many years.
I ABI Slurrigotor provides a mean to dis-
tribute wastewater on land economical-
ly. with low labor requirement. uniform
I pollutants and hydraulic application.
and clog free operation. They ore also
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adoptable to Irregular field shape and topography and can
I easily be moved from one site to the other. Our wide range In
sprinkler gun selection onows us to meet Federal/State design
criter1o in the land oppUcatlon of wastewater.
I Our simple yet reliable engine-drive features a 5.5 hp
Honda gas engine. Iorge capacity fuel tonk and oversized
two speed gearbox to power the unit. The speed regulatio n is
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63AT 720 :f ) 63AT 1050
··. 70AT 870 -f"' (is AT siD I 90AT 870
90AT984
9QAT 12[)9
110AT 1050
llOAT 1180
110AT 1312
120AT 1050
120AT 1250
125 AT 984
12SAT 1250
HOSE LENGTH
(fl)
·no
1050
870
<:@:>
870
. 984
1250
1050
1180
1312
1050
1250
984
1250
WETTED HOSE LENGTH HOSE I.D.
(FT) (INS)
820 2.1
1150 2.1
970 2.4
920 CE:>
1000 3.0
111 5 3.0
1370 3 .0
1170 3 .7
1300 3.7
1430 3.7
1210 4 .0
1410 4.0
1150 4.2
1410 4.1
computer controUed to give 99% accu-
racy in travel speed ond an exact
application of liquid -no guess work
needed here over how much is being
applied.
We galvanize the cart. the stabilizer
legs and oil the supply fittings to ensure
corrosion will not effect your invest-
ments In quality equipment.
To ensure that the correct machine
for your operation is selected we man-
ufacture 15 different models-suitable
for flows of between tD to 6(X) gallons per minute and with
hose lengths from 720 ft . up to 1312 ft.
We also manufacture travelers with a unique slurry turbine.
This unit enables the traveler to operate without on engine
using the waste water to rotate the turbine and wind-in the
hose. A simple automatic speed compensation unit ensures
accurate puJJ-in speeds and waste water application rates.
LANE SPACINGS ACRES PER PULL FLOW NELSON GUN TYPE
(Fl) CGPM)
180 3.39 180 SR 100
180 4.75 150 SR 100
180 4 .00 180 SR 100
210 4.43 200 CSR100~
240 5.51 340 SR150
240 6 .14 330 SR150
240 7.54 275 SR150
270 7.25 445 SR150
270 8.05 425 SR150
270 8 .86 415 SR150
300 8.33 555 SR 150
300 9.71 515 SR 150
330 8.71 630 SR200
33 0 9.71 555 SR 150
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from 40-1cxx:l g pm and either full or port-circle. Th e y
con be mounted on tripods, permanent riser pipes
for solid set wastewater disposal systems or on our travelers
for reliable and uniform applic ations.
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TYPE· "8" RATING CURVES
ENGINE DRIVE-:
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4H CERAMIC BUTTERFLY VALV E
-e;=~5=---4H SCH · 80 P VC FLANGE
4-30-97 G. MANNING
4x4x4x36 sch 80
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2" AIR REL IEr VALVE
4" 200 CLASS PVC PIPE
4x4 sch 80 PVC 90 deg elbow CSXS
4-30-97 IG. MANNING
4x4x2x36 sch 80
END PVC RISER
I DAVID D. DAVIS and ASSOCIATES
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Safe Filling Rates .For Mainline Pipe
It is very important when filling an empty or near empty mainline not to
exceed velocities of 0.5 to 1.0 feet per second. Filling a mainline ·
faster than 1.0 fps may not allow the air i n the pipe to be properly
evacuated . Therefore the following chart indicates the approximate
maximum f·:ll rate (GPM) for most PVC, AC and ductile iron pipe . lines.
Nominal · Maximum
Diameter-Fill Rate-
Inches (gem>
2 11
2~ 15
3 ·24
4 40
6 80
8 150
10 250
12 350
14 475
16 620
18 78G
20 980
24 1400
Pump . Stations should be selected that will allow the f.ill rate to be
adjusted accordingly. The fill rate can be increased at a r~te of
one (1) gpm every two or three seconds. This amounts to an average
increase of 30 gpm every minute during a refill operation.
It is necessary to use a "refill procedure " anytime a mainline has
drained down by 10% of its volume capacity .
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FIGURE 3: CoefflcJent of Flow
Pipe C-Value
Old Steel 100
Aluminum -with couplers 120
Cement Asbestos 140
Plastic \ 150
As you can see, this formula is quite complicated. Figure 4 is a chart showing pressure losses and
velocity for various pipe sizes at various gaJionages (NOTE; Chart is for class 160 PVC with a C VaJue
of 150).
·EXAMPLE:
Pipe = PVC (Class 160)
Size = 10"
GPM = 1000 GPM
Length of Mainline = 1300'
From the chart, we find the PSI loss per 100' = .21 x 13oo·· = 2.73 PSI over 1300' of run
100
Head = 2.73 x 2.31 = 6.28' of head over 1300' of run
Velocity (V) = 4.15 ft/second
. We can use the chart along with the conversion factors list on Figure 4 to determine friction loss
for steel, aluminum and asbestos cement. ·
EXAMPLE:·
Pipe= Steel
Size= 10"
GPM = 1000
Length = 1300'
Friction Joss in 1300' PVC = 2.73 PSI = 6.30' head
Factor for steel x2.12 x2.12
Friction loss for 1300' of steel = 5.78 PSI or 13.36' head
Velocity (V) = 4.15'/sec. (sameas PVC in previous example)
A RainBird slide rule makes this determination very rapidly without need for calculation.
After obtaining the friction Joss · per 100 foot of pipe and multiplying this by the feet of pipe divid-
ed by 100, the total pipeline friction loss is known and can be used in the total head determina-
tion. as well as compared economically for proper pipe size.
You may incur instances where either the chart in Figure 4 or the Rain Bird slide rule cannot
be used. It will then be necessary to calculate the friction Joss and velocity. To do this, use the
formula in Figure 5.
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MAINLINE REQUIREMENTS1
The connecting link between the pump and the irrigation system is the mainline. Mainline material
is normaJiy steel, aluminum with couplers, cement asbestos or plastic. Sizes can range from 5" to 48"·
plus. The following information may be used as a guide. Please consult with manufacturer for specific
design and installation information.
Generally with center pivot, a water source at the pivot is most convenient. When water is unavail-
able at the pivot, a mainline pipe is often used to connect the pivot to the water supply. To avoid in-
terference with farm operations and drive unit crossing, the mainline is generally buried.
. ~e ~roper size of mainline is a decis~n of economics .. Whenever the yearfy cost of owning a larger
prpe srze 1s greater than the yearfy pumpmg cost for pumpmg through the next smaller pipe size; then
one should use the smaller size pipe. A good rule of thumb would be not to exceed a velocity of water
in the pipe of five (5) feet per second. Water velocity in feet per second in a pipe can be determined
by the following formula:
Mainline Water Velocity
V = (0 .408) (GPM)
Q2
Where V = velocity in feet per second, GPM = gallons per minute, and 0 = inside diameter of circular
conduit in inches'.
Pipe thickness or class should be selected to handle the highest pressures likely to be enco.untered.
Because of the variable pressure operation of the corner system, the mainline pipe should be designed
to operate at a ·pressure of 30-40 PSI greater th~n the seleCted pivot pressure. The selection of flat
pump curves will be helpful in reducing the pressure fluctuations with the corner system.
FRICTION LOSS IN PIPE
Water flowing ·in a pipeline is always accompanied by a loss of pressure due to friction. The
degree or amount of loss depends on the smoothness of the Inside of the pipe walls, the
diameter of the pipe, the velocity, the quantity of water flowing in the pipe.
I Friction factors of pipe are determined by experiments. Every type of material pipe is made
from (steel, PVC, etc.} has different friction · loss characteristics.
I The Hazen and Williams formula is the basis for many friction Joss calculations. Friction
loss (F) is in units of "feet per 100 foot of pipe." Dividing by 2.31, friction loss is converted to
"PSI per 100 foot of pipe."
I 1~ .2oa3(W) ·a1.85
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Q = GPM of flow
D -pipe diameter in inches
F = teet . of head per 100 foot of pipe
11rrigation Short Course 1976
I Bob Mulliner
Irrigation Consultant
Hastings, Nebraska
*Coefficient of Flow
I ~ (' Water Hammer
Size A v Q Q Water Hammer
I · sg.ft. ft./sec. C.F.S. G.P,M, PSI-1.000'-1 sec~
. 2 " 0.0262 5 0.131 59 350
I 4" 0.0941 5 0.471 211 350
6" 0.2039 5 1.020 457 350
I 8" 0.3457 5 1.729 774 350
10" 0.5372 5 2 .686 1.203 350
12" 0.7556 5 3.778 1,693 350.
I 15" 1.1547 5 5 .773 2.586 350
I where : p = Pressure Rise (PSI) above static pressure
V= Vei!Jcity (ftJsec.
I L = Length of pipe ahead· of the valve causing the hammer (ft.)
T = Time required to close the valve (sec.)
I P = 0 .070 VL/T
p = 0.070 5(1,000)/J
P = 350 psi above static pressure
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I Si ze A sq fr v fr/sec. 0 cfc; 0 gpm Water Hammer
I 6" 0.2039 0 .2039 91 70
2 0.4078 183 140
I 3 0.6117 274 2 10
~ 0.8156 365 280
I 5 1.0195 457 350
6 1.2234 548 420
I 7 1.4273 639 490
8 1.6312 731 560
I 9 1.8351 822 630
10 2.0390 . 913 700
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~iamond Agriculturnl PVC Pipe shouJd be assembled and
instaUed with uniform and continuous support from a fmn
base in accordance with the installation procedures provided
in ASTM 02321. and the lnsrallaJion Guide for PVC Water
Pip~ (a "pocket-sized" edition is available from your
representative or from Diamond Plastics Corporation.)
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Embedment materials are to be in accordance with soil
. classifications listed under Unified Soil Classification
System. ASTM 02487 and ASTM 02488.
Tc assemble. cleun mating surfaces of the bell. spigot. and
gasket. Apply gasket lubricant (furnished by Di:unond
Plastics Corporation) to the entire spigot end up to the
reference m:1rk . Also. apply lubricant to the contact swface
of the gasket.
With the pipe in straight alignment. push the spigot into
the bell up to the insertion line. If a pry bar is used to
apply force, the pipe should be protected by placing a board
between the bar and the pipe.
If normtll force does nor complete the joint. disassemble the
joint :1nd examine the parts to m:1ke certian they arc free of
obstructions. Visually inspect the completed joint to insure
the gasket has not been dislodged.
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FOR c;RA~l:LAR ~tA Tt:RIALS l"C PARENTHESIS••
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PVC pipe. For good support. the h3unching area should be
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Thrust blocks are anchors placed · between pipe or fittings and the solid trench wall. They
can be constructed from available lumber if braced properly.
However, the recommended blocking is concrete which is calculated to have a compres-
sion strength of 2,000 pounds per square inch. The mixture is one part cement, two parts washed
sand and five parts gravel. , .
Thrust blocks should be constructed so the bearing surface is in direct line with the major
force created by the pipe or fitting. See diagram. The earth bearing surface should be undis-
turbed. Only the simplest of forms is required. Typical thrust block installations are shown in
Figure 8. ·
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. Thrust blocking prevents main line from moving when the pressure load is applfed. In ef-
·tect, the thrust block transfers the load from the pipe to a wider load bearing surface.-Thrust
blocks are required where ffttlngs are used to change the direction (I.e., at all ties, elbows, wyes,
caps, vaJves, hydrants and reducers) of the pipeline. The tf:lrust backing must be formed against
a solid trench wall and these fitting areas must be e).Ccavated by hand because mechanical
equipment will damage the bearing surface of the trench wall. ·
. The size and type of thrust block depends on pipe size, line pressure, type of fitting, degree
of bend and type of soil. In most cases, the size and type of thrust block will be determined by
the engineer. Thrust block size may be calculated by the procedures shown:
STEP 1. Multiply the pipe pressure by the appropriate value shown in the followi~g table to get pounds
thrust per psi working pressure.
Dead End goo 450 22"h 0
Pipe Line or Tee Bbow Bbow Elbow
1Yz " 2.94 4.16 2.25 1.15
2 .. 4.56 6.45 3.50 1.78
2Vz" 6.65 9.40 5.10 2.60
3 " 9.80 13.9 7.51 3.82
3Vz" 12.8 18.1 9.81 4.99
4 .. 16.2 23.0 12.4 6.31
5 It 24.7 35.0 18.9 9.63
6 " 34.8 49.2 26.7 13.6
8 It 59.0 83.5 45.2 23.0 .
10 It . 91.5 130.0 70.0 35.8
12 " 129.0 182.0 98.5 50.3
STEP 2. Determine the bearing strength of the soil from the table below:
Soils and Safe Bearing loads lbs. Sq. Ft.
Sound Shale 10,000
Cemented Gravel and .Sand
difficult to pick 4,000
Coarse and fine compact Sand 3,000
Medium Clay • Can be spaded 2,000
Soft Clay 1,000
Muck 0
I STEP 3. Divide the total thrust obtained In Step 1 by the bearing strength of the soil; this gives
· the square feet of area needed.
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Basic Soil-Water Relationships
Before attempting to me2SUre or estimate soil-water content, you should
understand some basic soil-water relationships. Important terms you should be
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I PAW I iD Water Addi!iGDJ Watcri.ossa
soil
Date Ustan of Daily IWD&l1 hriptioD ~ u the auf of the cby Ston&cz Commmtl
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I iDchcs %of iacha iadJcs "'I. of PAW iacha
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md of day~ r.aia ~ l..fO 100 0.16 1.24 19 0.16
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S-06 1.08 77 0.16 0.92 66 0.41 S-07 . 0.92 66 0.16 0.76 54 D.£4 OK to irripe
S-08 0.76 54 0.16 0.64 1.24 19 0.16 Irriped 0.64 inches
S-09 1.24 89 0.16 1.08 77 0.32 I S.JO 1.08 77 · 0.16 OJS 0.27 1.<40 100 0.00 RaiD cu:eeded SU)~
so bad 0:0 i.nch of
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S.ll 1.08 77 0.16 0.92 66 0.41 l..qocm marka-
iadiaus Dud to
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surc of dq (0.41 ia)
S-15 1.24 19 0.16 1.08 77 032
5-16 1.08 77 0.16 Cl.22 1.14 II Q.26
I S-17 1.14 81 0.16 0.98 70 o.u
5-18 0.91 70 0.16 0.82 59 0.51 Would Jik& to Uripte
5-19 0.82 58 0.16 o.so 1.16 13 Q.24 Irrip.edO.SiDch
S-20 1.16 IJ 0.16 0.63 0.23 1.40 100 0.00 Rain c:saaied SU)~
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5-21 l..fO 100 0.16 1.24 19 0.16
5-22 1.24 19 0.16 1.08 77 032
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5-24 0.92 66 0.16 0.08 o.u 60 0.56 La&oon marka-
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S-26 1.24 19 0.16 1.08 77 032
S-27 1.08 77 0.16 0 .92 66 0.41
S-28 0.92 66 0.16 1.32 0.68 1.40 100 0.00 lUiD w/0.61 iD
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S.JO 1.24 19 0.16 1.08 77 0.32
S.J1 1.01 77 0.16 0.92 66 0.41 lacoon marur
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Soil stOn&e at end of cay is amOIIIU of pbm anihble W3ter depleted. It is computed as:
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System Calibration
Information presented in manufacturer's charts are. based on average operation
conditions with relatively new equipment. Discharge rates and application rates
change over time as equipment gets older and components wear. In particular,
pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and flow. With continued use,
nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will increase the
discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter.
You should be aware that operating the system differently than assumed in the
design will alter the application rate, diameter of coverage, and subsequently the
application uniformity. For example, operating ·the system with excessive pressure
results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and accelerates wear of the
sprinkler nozzle. Clogging of nozzles can result in pressure increase. Plugged
intakes or crystallization of mainlines will reduce operating pressure. Operating
below design pressure greatly reduces the coverage diameter and application
uniformity.
For the above reason, you should calibrate your equipment on a regular basis to ·
ensure proper application rates and uniformity. Calibration at least once every
three years is recommended. Calibration involves collecting and measuring flow at
several locations in the application area. Any number of containers can be used to
collect flow and determine the application rate . Rain gauges work best because ·
they already have a graduated scale from which to read the application amount
·without having to perform additional calculations . However, pans, plastic buckets,
jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross-section can be used provided
the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for measuring .
For stationary sprinklers, collection containers should be located randomly
throughout the application area at several distances from sprinklers. For traveling
guns, sprinklers should be located along a transect perpendicular to the direction
. of pull. Set out collection containers 25 feet apart along the transect on both
sides of the gun cart. You should compute the average application rate for all
nonuniformity of the application. On a windless day, variation between containers
of more than 30 percent is cause for concern . You should contact your irrigation
dealer or technical specialist for assistance .
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Field Calibration Procedures for Animal Wastewater Application Equipment
HARD HOSE AND CABLE TOW TRAVELER IRRIGATION SYSfEMS
R.O. Evans I.C. Barker I.T. Smith R.E. Sheffield
Land application equipment used on animal production farms must be field callbrated or
evaluated in accordance witb eJtisting design charts and tables according to State Rules that
went into effect September 1, 1996. Technical Specialist certifying waste management plans
after September 1, .1996 must also certify that operata~ have been provided calibration and
adjustment guidance for all land application equipment. The rules apply to irrigation systems
as well as all other types of liquid, slurry, or solid application equipinent.
Information presented in manufacturers clwts are based on average operating conditions for
relatively new equipment. Discharge I3tes and application rates change over time as
equipment ages and components wear. As a result, equipment should be field calibrated on a
regular basis to ensure that application tates and unifonnity are consistent with values used
during the system design and given in manufacturers specifications. Field calibration involves
collection and measurement of the material being applied at several locations in the
application area. This publication amtains step by step guidelines for field cahbration of hard
hose and cable tow traveler irrigation systems.
General Guidelines
Operating an irrigation system differently than assumed in the design Will alter the
application rate, unifonnity of coverage, and subsequently the application uniformity.
Operating with excessive pressure results in smaller droplets, greater potential for drift, and
accelerates wear of the sprinkler nozzle. Pump wear tends to reduce operating pressure and
flow . With continued use, nozzle wear results in an increase in the nozzle opening which will
increase the discharge rate while decreasing the wetted diameter. Clogging of nozzles or
crystal1intion of mainlines can result in pressure increase and reduced flow. Plugged intakes
will reduce operating pressure. An operating pressure below design pressure greatly ~uces
the coverage diameter and application uniformity. Field calibration helps ensure that nutrients
from animal waste are applied unifonnly and at proper rates.
The calibration of a hard hose or cable tow system involves setting out collection containers,
operating the system, measuring the amount of wastewater collected in each container, then
computing the avexage application volume and application unifonnity.
An in-line flow meter installed in the main irrigation line provides a good "estimate" of the
total volume pumped from the lagoon during each irrigation cycle. The average application
depth can be determined by dividing the pumped · volume by the application area. The
average application depth is computed from the fonnula:
Volume Pumped (gallons)
Average application depth (inches) = ----------
27,154 (gallac-in) X Application area (acres)
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The average application depth is the average amount applied throughout the field.
Unfortunately, sprinklers do not apply the same depth of water throughout their wetted
diameter. Under normal operating conditions, application depth decreases towards the outer
perimeter of the wetted diameter. Big gun sprinkler sy~mS typically have overlap based on
a design sprinkler spacing of 70 to 80 percent of the wetted sprinkler diameter to compensate
for the declining application along the outer perimeter. When operated at the design pressure,
this overlap results in acceptable application uniformity. But, when operated improper I y, well ·
designed systems will not provide acceptable application uniformity. For example, if the
pressure is too low, the application depth will be several times higher near the center of
sprinkler and water will not be thrown as far from the sprinkler as indicated in manufacturers
charts. Even through the average application depth may be acceptable, some areas receive
excessively high application while others receive no application at all. When applying
wastewater high in nutrients, it is important to determine the application unifonnity.
Collection containers distributed throughout the application area must be used to evaluate
application uniformity.
Many types of containers can be used to collect flow and determine the application
unifonnity. Standard rain gauges work best and are recommended because they already have
a graduated scale from which to read the application depth without having to perfonn
mathematical conversions.
· Pans, plastic buckets, jars, or anything with a uniform opening and cross section can be used
provided the container is deep enough to prevent splash (at least 4 inches deep), excessive
evapOration, and the liquid collected can be easily transferred to a scaled container for
measuring. All containers should be the ~e size and shape to simplify application depth
computations. ·
· All collection containers should be set up at the same height relative to the height of
sprinkler discharge elevation (nozzle). Normally, the_ top of each container should be no
mo~ than 36 inches above the ground. Collectors should be located so that there is no
interference from the crop. The crop caitopy should be trimmed to preclude interference or
splash into the collection container.
Calibration should be performed during periods of low evaporation. Best times are before 10
am or after 4 pm on days with light wind Qess than 5 MPH). On cool, cloudy days the
·calibration can be performed anytime during the day ~hen wind velocity is low.
The volume ·collected during calibration should be read soon after the sprinkler gun cart has
moved one wetted radius past the collection gauges to minimize evaporation from the rain
gauge. Where a procedure must be performed more than once, containers should be read and
values recorded immediately after each set up.
Calibration set-up for Hard Hose and Cable Tow Traveling Guns
· Hard hose and cable tow traveling guns are calibrated by placing a row (transect) of
collection containers or gauges perpendicular to the direction of travel , Figure 1. The outer
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IRRIGATION SYSTEM CALIBRATION DATA SHEET FOR
HARD HOSE TR.A VELER IRRIGATION SYSTEI\1
DATE: Land Owner Farm No.
a. Manufacturers Specifications: Gun Model Type
Nozzle Dia. Pressure (Gun) Reel
Wetted diameter ft Effective Spacing _ft Flow
Hose Size: Length ft Diameter in
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l. sum of all deviations from the average catch
m. average deviation from average catch
n. Uniformity coefficient
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Interpret the calibration data and make necessary adjUstments.
For travelers with proper overlap and operated in light wind, an application wtiformity
coefficient greater than 80 is common.
Application unifonnity between 60 to 80 is in the "good" range and is acceptable for
wastewater application.
Generally, an application uniformity below 60 is considered unacceptable for wastewater
irrigation using travelers. If the computed Uc is less than 60, system adjustments are
required. Contact your irrigation dealer or Certified Technical Specialist for assistance.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
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·~ame of Farm-f¢."·*:..:k-t&,ij~.fi!tt;ik!flc ,.., .. ~. ''
l_ocat ion-----:..80'5 MCD~mEc··~o
ROSEBORO NC 28382
'='hone--------1 9 10-5&4-6635
County:SAMPSON
rype Operation-----:---------\,.wt:AN~EE:E:jjH;
·"umber o "f Anima 1-----------: fi\£~!nJ--'
3torage Structure----------:A~aerobic Lagoon
~ethod of application------:Irrigation
~mount of waste produced per year---------------;
~mount of pl~nt available N <PAN> produced/year-:
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a
specified rate to prevent pollution of surface water and/or
groundwater. The plant nutrients in the anirnal waste should be use
to reduce the amo~nt bf commercial fertilizer required for the
~raps in the fields where the waste is to be applied.
This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as.the limiting
nutrient. Waste ~hould be analyzed b~fore each application cycle.
~nnual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be
;~rown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste
utilization plan in order to mawimize the fertilizer value of the
~aste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally _safe
manner:
1. Always apply wa6te based on the needs of the crop to be grown
and the nutrient content of the waste. Do not apply more
nitrogen than the crop can utilize.
2. So i 1 types are. import ant as they have different i nf il trat ion
rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and
available water holding capacities.
3. Normally waste shall not be applied to land eroding at more
than 5 tons per acre per ~ear. Waste may be applied to land
eroding at 5 or more tons per acre annually~ but les~ than
1~ tons per acre per year providing that adequate filter
strips are established.
4. Do not apply waste on satm·~ated soils, when it is raining, or
when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions may
in runoff to the surface waters which is not Bllowed under DWQ
r·e gu lations.
5. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoild drift and
downwind odor problems.
&. To maximize the value of the nutri~nts for crop production and
to reduce the putential for pollution, the waste should be
applied to a growing crop or applied not.more than 30 days
prior to planting a crop or forages breaking dormancy.
Injecting the waste or disking will con~erve nutrients and
reduce odor problems.
This plan is based on the waste app 1 icat ion method shown above. If
you choose to change methods in the future, you need to revise
this plan. Nutrient levels for diff~rent application methods are
not the same.
The estimated Beres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical nutrie~t content for this type of facility. Acreage
requir~ments $hould be based on the waste analy~is report from
yout~ waste management facility. In some cases you may w.;wt to have
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plant analysis made, which could allow additional waste to be
.applied. Provisions shall be made for the area receiving wa&te to
;,e flexible so as to accommodate changing waste analy~is content
.and the crop t.ype. Li 11e DIU&t be applied to maintain pH in the
.,pt i111u11 range for speci fie crop production.
This waste utilization plan, if ca:rried out, meets the
~equirements for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H .0217 adopted by the
1::nvironmental Management Comm i ~u.i on.
'(OUR WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN IS BASED ON THE FOLLOWING:
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Field Soi 1 Crop Yield Lbs. N Acres Lbs. N Month to
No. Type Code /Acre /Unit Used Apply
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1 WaB ~ 4.7 50.00 5.0 1175 MAR-OCT
1 WaB N/A 50.00 * 5.0 250 S-APRIL
2 WaB ' 4.7 50.00 7.0 1£:.45 MAR-OCT
2 WaB N/A 50.00 * 7.0 350 S-APRIL
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Available Ni tr•ogen <includes commercial) 2918
S1.Jrpl us Or Deficit -:502
Crop codes a Crop-unit ccca===a=========c=ma
A=Barley.lba. · -·~-· ., ..
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C•Bermudagrass<hay>~tons
o~corn(grain)-bu.
EaCorn(silage>-tons
F=Cotton-lbs. lint
GaFescue(graze>-tons
H=FescueChay>-ton&
!=Oats-bu.'·
Jr.:: Rye-bu.
-=9iial-tagG>CI'iJBgmRl[')'.=ac:t;e
L=Small grainCnay>-acre
M=Sorghum(grain)-cwt.
Wo::Wheat-bu.
Y=FescueCpasture)-tons
Z=Bermudagras&(pasture>-ton•
~pplying the above amount of waste i~ a big job. You should plan
time and have ·appropri~te equipment to apply the ~aste in a timely
manner . .. ,.
I· Th~t applicator is ca1.1t i oned that P and K may b~ over applied wh i l ~
ment i ng the N requirements. ln the future, regulations may reql•.i re
fal'lllers in so111e parts of North Carolina to have a nutrient
I management plan that addresses all nutrients. This plan only
rrdlfY'&'ileS nitrogen.
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In interplanted ,fields <i.e. small grain, etc, interst>eded in
be l"IDudagrass>, forage must be removed through grazing, hay and/or
si tage. Where grazing, plants should be gr-azed when they reach a
helght ··of si>< to nine inches. Cattle should be re111oYed when plants
ar·! grazed to a height of four inches. In fields where iiDall grain
et·~. is to be remov ~d for hay or silage, care should be exercised
no ·~ to to let small grain to reach maturity, especially latlt in
tht season (i.e. April or May). Shading 111ay result if small grain
gets too high and this will definitely interfere with stand of
b~~mudagrass. This loss of stand will result in r~duced yields and
leas nitrogen bt>ing utilized. Rather than cutting small grain .for
ha~ or silage jyst before heading a5 is the normal situation, you
ar~ encouraged to cut the small grain earlier. You may want to
consider harvesting hay .or silage two to three times during the
se3aon, depending on time ·s•all grain is planted in the fall.
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The~deal time to interplant small grain,
or early October. Drilling is recommended
Ber~udagrass ~hould be grazed or mowed to
inches before drilling for best results.
etc, is late September
over broadcasting.
a height of about two
Caution must be exercised ·in grazing or haying summer .annuals
under stressed conditions. Nitrate poisoning may occur in
I r -,\livestock~ .. Sam~~,~~~ fora~e .. or ~ay for n i trat ~ ~eve 1 s is
< )recommendei:t. · · · · ·
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Acr~a shown in 'the tables are considered to be the usable acres
eMcluding required buffers , filter strips along ditches, odd
areas unable to be i~rigated, and perimeter areas not receiving
full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the field listed may, and most likely will be, ~ore than
the acres shown in the tables.
See at~ached map showing the ·fields to be used for the utilization
of animal waste.
SLUDGE RPPLICATION:
The waste utilization plan must contain provision for ~eriodic
l~nd application of sludge at agronomic rates. Th~ sludge will be
nttrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent
O\er application of nutrlen~s or other elements. Your production
fi.cility will produce app~oKimately 438 lbs. of plant available
nitrogen per year in the sludge. ·
If you re111ove sludge every 5 years, you will have approKimately
2l8~ lbs. of PAN to utilize. assum i ng you apply this PAN to
h ~·b i"' id bet~m udagras s hay land at the rate of 300 1 bs . of nitrogen
~··r· acre, you will need 7 acres of land. lf you apply the
~:.udge to corn at the rate ~f 125 lbs. of nitrogen per acr~, you
w :.ll need 18 acres of land. P 1 ease be aware that these are
o11ly estimates of th£> PAN and land needed. Actual requirements
cuuld vary by 251-depending on your sll..1dge waste analyiis, soi 1
t~tpes, t•ealistic yields, and appli ca tion met h ods.·
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APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
If-'; Tt•e ir""ri gat ion application rate should not exci! ed the intake rate
· · 'o1' the soil at the time of irrigation s•.Ach that r u noff or pending
I . or:curs. This r~a.te-is limited by initial soil moisture content,
suil structure, soil texture, water droplet. size, and organic
sulids. The application amount should not exc~ed the available
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wnter holding capacity of the soil at the time of irrigation nor
should the plant available nitrogen applied exceed the nitrogen
· nueds of the crop. · ·
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I~ ~urface irrigation is the method of land application for this
plan, lt is the responsibility of the producer and irrigation
d·~S igner to ensure that an i rri gat ion system is installed to
~~operly irrigate the acres shown in tables. Failure to ~pply the
r!eommended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown in the table may
m.akR this plan invalid •
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n1e following table is provided as a guide for establishing
aJplication rates and a~ounts.
T"'act Field Soil
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lhis is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil
~ssuming the amount of nitrogen allowed for the crop is not ove~
applied. In many situations the application amount shown cannot be
~pplied because of the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum Goil
conditions.
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I Your facility is designed for 180 days of tempo~ary stGrage and -~~h~ te~porary storage must be removed on the average of once every
· & aonth~. In no instances should the volume of the waste be stored
I in your structu~e be within the 25 year 24 hour ~torm ~torage or
one foot of freeboard eKcept 1n the event of the 25 year 24 hour
storm.
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It is the re5ponsibility of the producer and waste applicator to
ensure that the sp .. ~eader-equipment is operated proper-ly to apply
the correct rates to the acres shown in the tables. Failure to
apply the reco•mended rates and amounts of nitrogen shown-in the
table5 may make this plan invalid.
Call your-technical ~pecialist after you receive the waste
analysis report for assistance in determining the amount of waste
· ptr acre and the proper application rate prior to applying the
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NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN AGREEMENT
lolame of Farm: -L & W FAR!I1S, n:t~
l)wner/Manag~r Agreement
·c <we> under~tand and will follow ar: implement the specifications
olnd the operation and maintenance pr :cedures established in the
.tpproved animal waste utilization pl ~n for the farm na11ed above. ·1
(·we) know that any e>Cpansion to the ~His.ting design capacity of
,:he waste treatment and storage sys t ~ID or construction of new
-:racilities· will require a new certification to be submitted to the
l~orth Carolina Division of Water Duality <NCDWQ) before the new
cani11als are stocked. I <we> also understand that there 111ust be no
discharge Of animal waste fr'DII this system to the surface waters
uf ·th& state from a stor-m event less severe than the 25-y~ar, 24-
hour-stor-m. The approved plan will be filed on-site at ~he farra
uffic:e and at the office of the local Soil and Water Conservation
JH strict and wi 11 be available for review by NCDWQ upon request.
Uame of Facility Owner,
:Please print.>
LARRY & WALTER AMMONS
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Date: S-/{, -91
Hignature: ___________________________________________ Date: ____________ __
tJaae of Person Preparing Plan:
:Please print:>
nffi .liation~
Addresss
Prestage Farms, Inc.
P 0 BoM 43B .
Clinton NC 28328
Hignature: Jl.#b C~~
G. Glenn Clifton
Phone: q10-5q2-5771
Date: 5}11~191
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