820681_CORRESPONDENCE_20171231

NORTH CAROLINA
Department of Environmental Quality
ROY COOPER
MICHAEL S. REGAN __,.
UNDA CULPEPPER --
Weeks Farms, Inc.
Weeks Farms, Inc. Finishing
PO Box 787
Dunn, NC 28335
Dear Weeks Farms, Inc.:
RECEIVt:U
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DEC 1 7 ,p_PJ cf
NORTH CAROLINA
Enl>'lrollllwtlhll Quality WQROS
FAYETTEVILLE REG!ONAL OFFICE
Subject:
December 12, 20 I 8
Certificate of Coverage No. A WS820681
Weeks Fauns, Inc. Finishing
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Sampson County
In accordance with your December 4, 2018, Notification of Change of Ownership, we are hereby
forwarding to you this Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Weeks Farms, Inc., authorizing the
operation of the subject animal waste management system in accordance with General Permit AWG I 00000.
This approval shall consist of the continued operation of the existing animal waste management system
including, but not limited to, the management and land application of animal waste as specified in the
facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CA WMP) for Weeks Farms, Inc. Finishing, located
in Sampson County, with a swine animal capacity of no greater than the following annual averages:
Wean to Finish:
Wean to Feeder:
Farrow to Finish:
Feeder to Finish: 3840
Farrow to Wean:
Farrow to Feeder:
Boar/Stud:
Gilts:
Other:
If this is a Farrow to Wean or Farrow to Feeder operation, there may be one boar for each 15 sows. Where
boars are unnecessary, they Il".ay be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. ii •. ny of the sows tnay be
replaced by gilts at a rate of 4 gilts for every 3 sows.
This COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until September 30, 2019 and shall hereby void
Certificate of Coverage Number AWS820681 dated October I, 2014. Pursuant to this COC, you are
authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as specified
in the General Permit, the facility's CA WMP, and this COC. An adequate system for collecting and
maintaining the required,monitoring data and operational information must be established for,t!J,i~.facility.
Any increase in waste production greater than the certified design capacity or increase in number of'imimals
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.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality 1 Division of Water Resources l A.FOGW Section
512 North Salisbury Streetj1636 Mail Service Center I Raleigh. North carolina 27699-1636
919.707.9129
Please read this COC and the enclosed State General Permit carefully. Please pay careful attention to the
record keeping and monitoring conditions in this permit. Record keeping forms are unchanged with this
Genera! Pennit. P!e~(!p continue to use the c;:~nne record keeoing forms.
If your Waste Utilization Plan (WUP) has been developed based on site-specific information, careful
evaluation of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current WUP is inaccurate
you will need to have a new WUP 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.
Per NRCS standards a I 00-foot separation shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon,
storage pond, or any wetted area of a spray field.
Piease 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 any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this COC are unacceptable, you have the right to
apply for an individual permit by contacting the Animal Feeding Operations Program for information on
this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
In accordance with Condition IL22 of the General Permit. waste annlication shall cease within four (4) --------------------------------------------' .... ------''
hours of.the time that-the National Weather Service issues a Humcane Warning, Tropical Storm Warning,
or a Flood Watch associated with a tropical system for the county in which the facility is located. You may
find detailed watch/warning information for your county by calling the Wilmington, NC
National Weather Service office at (91 0) 762-4289, or by visiting their website at: www.weather.gov/ilm/
This facility is located in a county covered by our Fayetteville Regional Office. The Regional Office staff
may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning this COC or the General
Permit, please contact the Animal Feeding Operations Program staff at [phone].
Sincerely,
()OK -.).(~
fQr_ Linda Culpepper
Director, Division of Water Resources
Enclosure (General Permit A WG I 00000)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all ccs)
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Sampson County Health Department
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
AFOGWS Central Files (Permit No. AWS820681
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources I AFOGW Section
512 North Salisbury Street ]1636 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699·1636
919.707.9129
J MAR 2.7 \993 Ff_O
• State of North Carolina .. , . .
Department of Environment and NaturalmRl!soufC'@11ting
Division; of Water Quanty ~,,.,.,.
Non-Discharge Permit Applicati6'n Form
(THIS FORM MAY BE PHOTOCOPIED FOR USE AS AN ORIGINAL)
General Permit -Exist,ing Liquid Animal Waste Operations
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The following questions have been completed utilizing information on file with the
Division. Please review the information for completeness and make any corrections
which are appropriate. If a question has not been completed by the Division, please
complete as best as possible. Do not leave any question unanswered.
1. GENERAL INFORMATION: RECE~VIED
1.1 Facility Name: ...:Ww;;ee!<!k>los.LE:llarrnWL.ulnll.c"-. ---------------------~~-~=-=---
t\f'fl 2 I 1998 1.2 Print Land Owner's name: _jR~yuawn-'&!U.De!!<l!w:llaxynwe;_W=e'!§e~ksL_ _____________________ _ *1.3 Mailing address: !!,t 1 Brn 16 I {o3 Ku f./.in /2d FAYEJTR/11 I 0:::
City, State: Dunn NC Zip: _.2&83;,.~o:.4c.._ _____ R_E_G_. Oc...__F.:...F.:...JC'-'E=---
Te!ephone Number (include area code): _;9uiJJ00,!-~~s~3.2:9t.;3!lJOl..._ _____________________ _
1.4 County where facility is located: _;S;ua!!!!J2£Q!L. _________________________ _
1.5 Facility Location (Directions from nearest major highway. Please include SR numbers for state roads. Please include a
copy of a county road map with the location of the farm identified): 6 miles SE of Dunn in NE Sampson Co. Located 2
miles South of intersection of SR 1002 and SR 1005 on west sjde of SR 1005.
1.6 Print Farm Manager's name (if different from Land Owner):---------------------
1.7 Lessee's /Integrator's name (if applicable; please circle which type is listed): ---------------
1.8 Date Facility Originally Began Operation: ___ .J..I,.Oc...-~2.._9.L:..--'q'-'""------------------
1.9 Date(s) of Facility Expansion(s) (if applicable): -------------------------
2. OPERATION INFORMATION:
2.1 Facility No.: H 2 (county number); 6 81 (facility number).
2.2 Operation Description: ~operation
Feeder to Finish
3840-Certified Design Capacity
Is the above infonnation correct? ~s; CJ no. If no, correct beiow using ihe design capacity of t.'ie facility
The "No. of Animals" should be the maximum number for which the waste managemcnl'structures were designed.
Type of Swine No. of Animals Type of Poultry No. of Animals Type of Caule No of Animals
0 Wean to Feeder
0 Feeder to Finish
0 Farrow to Wean(# sow)
0 Farrow to Feeder (# sow)
0 Farrow to Finish ( # sow)
OL.ayer
ONon-Layer
0 Turkey
0 Dairy
OBeef
Other Type of Livestock on the farm: --=-------------No. of Animals:---------
FORM: A WO-G-E 1126/98 Page 1 of 4
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2.3 Acreage cleared and available for application (excluding all required buffers and areas not covered by the application
system): ',.,~ · Required ACJ!003.ge (as listed in the A \\'l-... 1P): A c
2.4 Number of Lagoons: __L; Total Capacity/ 1789268 Cubic Feet (ft3); Required Capacity: _____ (ft3)
Number of Storage Ponds: __ ; Total Capacity: ________ (ft3); Required Capacity: _____ (ft3)
2.5 Are subsurface drains present within 100' of any of the application fields?
2.6 Are subsurface drains present in the vicinity or under the lagoon(s)?
YES or NO (please circle one)
YES or @Q)(please circle one)
2.7 Does this facility meet all applicable siting requirements? (Swine Farm Siting Act, NRCS Standards, etc.) (Swine Only)
<fiDor NO (please circle one)
What was the date that this facility's SWine houses and lagoon were sited? ~ ('f 4 I ICfZ 5
What was the date that this facility's land application areas were sited? __ _i,Oi.LA_.\ClCi::u'f~!a"'------------
3. REQUIRED ITEMS CHECKLIST
Please indicate that you have included the followj~equired items by signing your initials in the space provided next to each
Item.
3.1 One completed and signed original and one copy of the application for General Permit -Animal
Waste Operations;
3.2 Two copies of a general location map indicating the location of the animal waste facilities and
field locations where animal waste is land applied;
3.3 Two copies of the entire Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CA WMP). If the facility
does not have a CA WMP, it must be completed prior to submittal of a general permit
application for animal waste operations.
Tne CA VlMP musi inciude ihe following components:
3.3.1 The Waste Utilization Plan (WUP) must include the amount of Plant Available
Nitrogen (PAN) produced and utilized by the facility.
3.3.2 The method by which waste is applied to the disposal fields (e.g. irrigation,
injection, etc.)
3.3.3 A map oi every fieid used for iand application.
3.3.4 The soil series present on every land application field.
3.3.5 The crops grown on every land application field.
3.3.6 The Realistic Yield Expectation (RYE) for every crop shown in the WUP.
3.3.7 The PAN applied to every land application field.
3.3.8 The waste application windows for every crop utilized in thew-uP.
3.3.9 The required NRCS Standard specifications.
3.3.10 A site schematic.
3.3.11 Emergency Action Plan.
3.3.12Insect Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
-3.3.13 Odor Control Checklist with chosen best management practices noted.
·3.3.14 Mortality Control Checklist with the selected method noted.
If your CA WMP includes components not shown on this list, please include the additional
components with your submittal.
FORM: AWO-G-E 1/28/98 Page 2 of 4
Applicants Initials
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Facility Number: 82 -681
Facility Name: Weeks Fann Inc.
4. APPLICANT'S CERTIFICATIO~
I, J2':f'n D. IA)eei:c., (Land Owner's name listed in question 1.2), attest that
this application for WMs fO.rru I "t (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package
will be returned to me ~omplete. . ~~
S•gnature ~A-g W~ Date _ _,2~--'-17....__-9 .......... 8 ____ _
5. MANAGER'S CERTIFICATION: (complete only if differen• from 1he Land Owner)
I,-------------------------(Manager's name listed in question 1.6), attest that this
application for (Facility name listed in question 1.1)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of this
application are not completed and that if all required sup.p~ng information and attachments are not included, this application package
will be returned as incomplete.
Signature ------------------------Date --------------
Tiffi COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND MATERIALS,
SHOULD BE SENT TO Tiffi FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
NORTH CAROLINA DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
WATER QUALITY SECTION
NON-DISCHARGE PERMITTING UNIT
POST OFFICE BOX 29535
RALEIGH, l".JORTH CAROLINA 27626-0535
TELEPHONE NUMBER: [phone]
FAX NUMBER: [phone]
FORM: A WO-G-E 1/28/98 Page 3 of 4
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(check which method<•r-being implemented)
8:46 No.002 P.08
Burial three feet beneath the surf&ee of the ground within 24 hours after
knowledge of the death. The buriaUwr be a; least 300 feet from ally flowing
stream or public body of water.
Rendering at a rendcriaa pllnlliCCIIICd 1mdcr G.S. 106-168.7
Complete·!PciiiCI'Iliou
In the e.ase of dead poullly onJ)'.JIJaciD• in a disposal pit of a size and design
approved by .the Depanlllent of A&ftc:uli:Jw
Any melhod whlch in the professionaf opinion of the State Veterinarian would
make possible the salvage of pan of a dud animal's value without endangering
human or animal health. (Written appruval of the State Veterinarian must be
attached)
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December 18. 1996
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D) Apolicatjon and Handling Equipment
Check the appropriate box
RECEIVED
WATER QUALITV SECT!C'lN
MAR 2 7 1998
Existing facility with existing waste application equipment (WUP. or I) ..
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan 'VIS tll'l'l{lllf!Cf''fkftlf"l'l!ffil'>ratcdr.r
evaluated 1n accordance wnh exisung design chans and ta~j'bs and IS able w appl~ waste ~s
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan: (e~snng apphcauon eqmpment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or
nuu ient loading rates, a schedule for timing of applications has been established; required
buffers can be maintained and calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as pan of the
plan).
New or exoanded facilitv: or existin!! facilitv without ex is tin!! waste aoolic~tion eauipment (I)
Animal waste application equipment specified in the plan has been designed to apply waste as
necessary to accommodate the waste management plan; (proposed application equipment can
cover the area required by the plan at rates not to exceed either the specified hydraulic or
nuoient loading rates; a schedule for timing of applications has been established; required
buffers can be maintained; calibration and adjustment guidance are contained as pan of the
plan).
Name of Technical Specialist (Please Print): e tz#el E. Shce-4J
Affiliation: SOil-Ef!1j1/ry c...£
Address(Agency): 34-tJ$ /11.../4v.:JJVI"7~1,,,AIC Z.7' c 7
Signature: _I?_ ~---"_L) t; ~"' · « ,.,
111 .......... CertiJfication of Installation
A) Collection. Storage. Treatment Installation
New, expanded or retrofitted facility (SI)
Phone No.: 9/9-782-786 7
Date: 7).._ ceo-J..,y 3111, I '11 t
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Animal waste storage and treatment structures, such as but not limited to lagoons and ponds,
have been installed in accordance with the approved plan to meet or exceed the minimum. J'}h
standards and specifications. ~ vl'()
For existing facilities without retrofits, no certification is necessary.
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AWC --April 24, 1996 3
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE LAND APPLICATION OF WASTEWATER
IRRIGATION SYSTEM FOR THE WEEKS FARMS, INC.
FINISHING OPERATION, GREEN PATH ROAD, SAMPSON COUNTY
According to data furnished by the owner and Parks V. Blake, NRSC, USDA, Harnett County, NC,
this is a six-building 3840 feeder to finish facility. The annual PAN produced on the farm is
approximately 8,832 pounds. An additional 1421 pounds of PAN from sludge will be produced
annually. The sludge will normally not be spread annually, but when there is a buildup in the bottom
of the lagoon. It may be five to ten years before sludge will begin to be applied.
Soil types on the farm include Bibb and Johnston (combination), Foreston, Norfolk and Wagram.
The Bibb and Johnston combination is poorly drained to very poorly drained. Depending on which
soil predominates, the permeability is 2.0 to 6.0 inches per hour in the top 37 inches to 0.6 to 2.0
inches per hour in the top 80 inches. The design infiltration rate is 0.425 inch per hour. There is
only one small field of this soil and it will be used for land application only during extended dry
periods. The Foreston is moderately well drained and has an permeability of2.0 to 6.0 inches per
hour down to 23 inches and a much higher rate in the surface soil and below 23 inches. The Norfolk
soil is well drained and has a permeability of 0.6 to 2.0 inches per hour to 83 inches and a rate of 6.0
to 20 inches per hour in the top 13 inches. The Wagram is also a well drained soil and has a
permeability of 0.6 to 2.0 inches per hour to 99 inches with the top 28 inches having a permeability
of6.0 to 20 inches per hour. ThJs cl;;1ta was obtained from t..he Soil Su.rvey ofSa.rnpson Co!.LTlty, NortJ1
Carolina, which was issued August 1995.
The Nutrient Management Plan developed by Parks V. Blake, NRC, USDA, Harnett County, uses
a cropping system of hybrid coastai bermuda pasture over seeded in the fali with smaii grain pasture
on the available cropland on the farm. The total acreage of pasture as calculated by the NRCS
subtracting out buffers is approximately 123.3 acres plus 15 acres in another farm. The actual
effective irrigated area as calculated by the irrigation designer is approximately 77 acres.
Wastewater will be applied to an area greater than 77 acres, but not uniformly. The area at the ends
and sides of travel lanes where there is no overlap will not receive a uniform application. The area
of the sides that is receiving effective irrigation in considered to be approximately 69 percent of
radius of throw and on the two ends of the pull is considered to be 50 percent of the radius.
The calculations made by Mr. Blake show that the 123.3 acres of pasture will utilize 24,584 pounds
of PAN. Since only I 0,253 pounds of PAN will be generated annually, the 77 acres of pasture that
is effectively irrigated will be more thru~ adequate. In fact, some corruncrcial fertilizer will need to
be used to supply the nutrient needs of the pasture and especially areas that will not receive
wastewater.
Since the area is in pasture, the PAN loading rate was reduced by 50 percent of that used for coastal
bemlUda hay and small grain hay. The annual loading rates arc approximatdy I 05 pounds per acre
per year for the Bibb and Johnston, 172.5 pounds per acre per year for the Foreston. 197.5 pounds
per acre per year for the Wagram and 210 pounds per acre per year for the Norfolk.
The irrigation designer was not involved in the lagoon design, but it appears that there is 180 to !90
days of storage. This should be adequate storage to allow time to land apply the wastewater on the
coastal bermuda from April through September and on the small grain from October through
February-March. However, remember that the small grain pasture will receive only 40 percent to
50 percent of the PAN that the coastal bermuda pasture receives. It is very important to follow the
Nutrient Management Plan. The total amount of wastewater that will need to be pumped will depend
on the amount of rainfall. During a wet year, the volume to be pumped could increase strictly due
to rainfall.
LAND APPLICATION SYSTEM
The producer has expressed a desire to use a Kifco/AG-Rain hose drag reel irrigation system for the
land application system. The system with II 00 feet of 3.7-inch ID hose and a Nelson 150 gun with
1.1 inch tapered bore orifice will be adequate for his needs. Except for the Bibb and Johnson soil,
the arc angle setting of the sprinkler will be 260° and the precipitation rate is 0.47 inch per hour
which is iess than the infiltration rate of the soil which is 0.50 to 0.55 inch per hour. For the Bibb
and Johnson soil the arc angle setting of the sprinkler is 290° and the precipitation rate is 0.42 inch
per hour which is less than the infiltration rate of the soil which is 0.425 inch per hour. The diameter
of throws of the shrinker is 375 feet and the discharge is 315 gallons per minute {gpm) at 80 psi
pressure.
96.3 x gpm 360 Precipitation Rate (PR)= x --
1t(.9r)2 w
gpm=315
r =375/2
w = 260° or 290°
PR 96.3 X 3i5 360° ------,-x --= 0.47 inch per hour
1t(.9 X 187.5)2 260°
PR 96.3 X 315
1t(.9 X 187.5)2
360° x--
2900
0.42 inch per hour
The normal recommended travel land spacing is 65 to 75 percent of sprinkler diameter. It is
recommended that the travel lane spacing be 260 feet which is 69.3 percent of sprinkler diameter.
Some testing of uniformity of traveling gun irrigation systems have indicated that a spacing of
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approximately 70 percent provides the best uniformity under a low to moderate wind condition. The
system should be operated in winds of 5 miles per hour (mph) or less and should never be operated
in winds over 1 0 mph.
The maximum application of wastewater at one time should be 0.5 inch. To apply that amount of
wastewater will require a travel speed of 3.89 feet per minutes.
s = 1.605q
ld
q =sprinkler capacity (gpm) = 315 gpm
I = lane spacing = 260 feet
d =depth of application= 0.5 inch
s = 1.605 X 315
260 X 0.5
3.89 feet per minute
A total of 18 hydrants will be required tor the farm. The longest travel distance is I 000 feet and the
shortest travel distance is 80 feet. The grower may decide not to install a hydrant in Field 7, Tract
527 because of the short travel distance. When the system is first started at the beginning of a travel
lane, the sprinkler cart should be left stationary lor a period of approximately 20 to 30 minutes to
apply wastewater to the end of the field, but never long enough to have any runofT. When the
sprinkler cart reaches the end of the pull, a similar stationary operating time should occur, but again,
ensure that no runoff occurs. The operator needs to be with the machine during these two operations
to ensure that runoff is not occurring. Once some experience is gained on each field, it will be easier
to judge exactly how long to leave the sprinkler cart stationary before the travel is started. Table 6
gives the time that wiii be required to make each pull through the fieid. A deiay time of 20 minutes
is figured at the beginning and end of each pull.
A pump with a capacity of315 gpm and a pressure of381 feet of head will be needed. The grower
will use a diesel power unit and pump. The pump that he is considering is a Cornell Model 3HA.
At the capacity stated it has a fairly low operating efficiency, but due to the high pressure
requirements, there is not a large number of manufacturers and models ti·om which to select. The
efficiency will be in the 55 percent range. It should be possible to operate the unit in the 2200 to
2400 RPM range depending on the impeller size used and the NPSHR should be about five or six
feet.
There is probably 32 feet of elevation difference between the lagoon and the highest point in Field
I, Tract 527.
Approximately 9100 feet of bell and gasket 6-inch Class 200 IPS, PVC plastic pipe will be needed
for the suppiy line. All supply line wili be 6-inch. Ail fittings should be Class 200 gaskctcd fittings.
Such fittings are manufactured by Harco and other manufacturers. The tees where the 18 hydrants
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are installed will need to be Schedule 80 (G x G x S) and the riser onto which the quick coupling
riser valve is installed should be Schedule 80. There is not a manufacturer on which I am aware who
supplies a Class 200 tee (G x G x S). It is recommended that a short section of pipe be insta!!ed
beyond tlu: end hydrants to be used as trash collectors. A total of to.:n hydrants are at the ends of
lines. All hydrants should be equipped with a large orifice air relief/vacuum relief valve. The air
relief/vacuum relief valve will be installed in the riser pipe and shall be rated at a minimum of 165
psi pressure. It shall be a minimun1 of one-inch size.
The pump shall be attached to the underground pipe using a 5-foot x I 0-foot telescoping discharge
pipe connected to a Z-pipe. The Z-pipe can be ductile iron or epoxy coated steel and on the
discharge end of the Z-pipe will be an IPS female coupler to accept a 6-inch, IPS, PVC plastic pipe.
The Z-pipe will connect to the telescoping assembly with ring-lok connectors. At the pump, there
shall be an air relief/vacuum relief valve and an adjustable pressure relief valve set to discharge at
5 psi above design pump discharge pressure. There shall also be a glycerin filled pressure gauge on
the discharge side of the pump, a similar gauge located on the reel of the traveler and one located on
the sprinkler. These gauges shall be large enough to be easily read and should be protected from
damage by installing a simple cut-off so that pressure is not on the gauge at all times.
The pipe shall be installed with a minimum of 30-inchcs of soil cover over the pipe. This will mean
a minimum trench depth of 3 7 inches. Concrete thrust blocks will be used at all tees, ells and gate
valves in the system. See Table 5 for size of thrust blocks. It is recommended that an isolation
valve (gate valve) be installed at two places in the supply line: at the edge of Field 7, Tract 527
where the supply line turns and goes toward Field 8; and at the edge of Field I, Tract 504. When
these fields are not being irrigated, the valves will be closed and there will be no pressure on that
portion of the supply line.
At the pump there will be a non-slam swing check valve such that when the pump is shut off, the
pressure of the water in the pipe due to elevation does not place pressure on the pump. This will be
in addition to the spring loaded check valve at the pump that will be used for priming the pump. On
the suction side of the pump, a hand-operated diaphragm pump will be needed to prime the pump.
Calculations for TDH
The friction loss in the hose on the traveler and in the supply line is computed using the formula
listed below.
c = 150
Q=315gpm
[0.2083( 100 {m Q i.&Sl L ] x .433
c D48656 100
D = 3. 70 inch for traveler hose
D = 5.993 inch for 6-inch Class 200, IPS, PVC pipe
L = II 00 feet for traveler hose
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L = 9100 feet for 6-inch supply line
(The straight line pumping distance is less that 91 00 feet, but figuring the total distance
allows adequate pressure when the pump has wear on it and will be less efficient.)
100 1.852 (315)1.852 1100 (0.2083(-) --) X .433
I 50 (3. 7)4.8656 I 00
34.IO psig
I 00 (3I5) 1.852
[0.2083 (-)1.852 ---'-----"---
150 (5.993)48656
Sprinkler Pressure
FL Hose
FL Supply Line
~c:;"L = 27 psig
TDH at Pump
Elevation Difference (Water to high point
in field-32 feet x .433)
FL in fittings, valves, etc.
Total
Application of Wastewater
9100) X .433
IOO
= 80.0 psig
= 34.1 psig
= 27.0 psig
= 13.9 psig
= IO.O psig
165.0 psig
The run time to apply 0.5 inch of wastewater irrigation is given in Table 6. The length of the travel
lane will determine the length of time required. Another application of wastewater should not (be
applied until that amount of wastewater has been used by evapotranspiration (ET). If no rainfall
occurs, that will normally he three to five days.
The total amount of wastewater to he applied to the pastures should not exceed the nutrient (plant
available nitrogen -PAN) requirements of the crop based on soil type. For a feeder to finish
operation, the PAN is approximately 68 pounds per acre-inch. Based on the Nutrient Management
Plan developed by Parks Blake, the PAN to be applied to the different crops by soil type is shown
in the Nutrient Management Plan and also Table A below. The nutricnts should be applied to the
coastal bermuda after each cutting and to the small grain hay prior to planting and when the small
grain is actively growing, probably in March.
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TABLE A: Inches of Wastewater Irrigation to Apply to Various Pasture Crops on
Different Soil Types*
Coastal Bermuda Pasture Small Gn1in llay Pasture
Soil Type Lbs. or PAN Inches of lrrig. Lbs. or I' AN Inches of lrl"ig..
Norlolk 150.0 2.21 oo .HH
Wagram 137.5 2.02 60 .HH
Foreston 112.5 1.65 60 .88
Bibb & Johnson 75.0 1.10 30 .44
•Each application of wastewater should be limited to a maximum of 0.5 inch. For the coastal
bermuda pasture on the Norfolk soil, may want to apply four irrigations of 0.5 inch each. Based on
Table 188, pages 633-46, NRCS Standard 633-1, the total wastewater generated including excess
rainfall is 927 gallons per head per year or 3.56 million gallons or 131 acre-inches. The 77 acres to
be irrigated can handle up to 224 acre-inches or 6.08 million gallons. The choice is to apply less
wastewater than is needed to supply the needed PAN or not to apply to some fields. However
excessive rainfiill, such as occurred in 1996 could greatly increase the amount that needs to be
applied. If 12 excess inches of rainfall occurs, this would generate approximately 1.8 million
additional gallons of wastewater to apply.
Accurate records should be maintained on the operating time for each travel lane. These records
include the amount applied and the days when the applications were made. Forms are available in
the Certification Training for Operators of Animal Waste Management Systems Manual which each
applicant received when they took the certification training. (See IRR-1 and IRR-2 in the manual.)
Pumping should occur as much as possible, during daylight hours, but not in winds above I 0 mph.
It is important that sprinkler pressure be maintained at 80 psi. This will require a higher engine RPM
when the irrigation is occurring at a greater distance from the lagoon and at a higher elevation. It
is recommended that the engine be equipped with an RPM gauge so that the operators can check
RPM. With some experience they can determine what RPM is required to provide a sprinkler
pressures of 80 pig.
It is recommended that a flow meter he installed at the numn station su that the onerator can
determine the total volume of wastewater that is being applied at each irrigation. While this
is not absolutely necessary. it is a good way of determining the volume of wastewater being pumped.
The other way is to multiply the minutes of pumping times the capacity of the sprinkler (315 gpm).
It is also recommended that at least once per year that an evaluation be conducted on at least two of
the travel lanes. This can be done using the procedures developed by Drs. Evans and Barker for
traveler irrigation. A copy of their draft document is enclosed since the final document has not been
printed and there is no final ruling on the exact procedure that will be required by the DWQ.
To maintain a proper liquid level in the lagoon, land application should occur, assuming the soil is
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not wet and there is no actively growing crop or one will be planted within 30 days, when the liquid
level goes above the start pumping level. The lagoon should never be allowed to reach the freeboard
area.
Pipe Installation
All of the pipe will be bell and gasket Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic pipe and the fittings shall be
gasketed Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic such as those manufactured by Harpo. The tees for the risers
shall be Schedule 80, IPS, PVC plastic (G x G x S). The riser will be Schedule 80, IPS, PVC plastic.
The pipe shall have a minimum 30-inch cover.
The gate valves (isolation valves) shall be cast iron, epoxy coated body, 175 psi rated, stainless steel
stem, 2-inch operating nut and replaceable disc. It is recommended that the gate valve be gasketed
but it can be flanged or threaded.
Either end caps or end plugs can be used. All turns (ells, tees) shall be thrust blocked, the gate
valves will be thrust blocked as will the ground entry.
When the supply line crosses the two streams, it is strongly recommended that steel pipe be used.
This should be 6-inch and connected to the PVC pipe with mechanical joints and concrete used in
the banks to ensure that the pipe does not move.
Record Keeping
The latest regulations require that records on wastewater application be maintained for five years.
This includes pumping records, lagoon level, piezometer readings, etc. Senate Bill 1217 also
requires that the soil be tested annually within 60 days of land application. Waste samples should
be analyzed at least annually, but it is recommended that this be done quarterly.
There is also a requirement that an Emergency Action Plan (EAP). Details for the Emergency
Action Plant are give in Chapter 5, Certification Training for Operators of Animal Waste
Management Systems Manual. This plan deals with lagoon overflow, runotf from waste application
fieids, ieak.age front the w·astc distribution system and lea..l:age from the base or sidewall of the
lagoon. All of the items in the EAP are common sense things to do if there is a problem. All farm
workers need to be familiar with the plan and how to respond if an emergency occurs.
Each hum will receive two inspections per year~ one coinpliance inspection from DWQ,
NCDEHNR, and one operational inspection from the North Carolina Division of Soil and Water.
Both inspections will use the same forms. Items that are not in compliance with the Waste
Management Plan can be cited as violations. It is important that the Waste Management Plan be
implemented and followed.
Maintenance
There should be no land application of wastewater during freezing weather. The pump, the above
ground portion of the discharge pipe and the suction line should be drained during treezing weather.
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The risers should be drained to approximately one foot below the surface during freezing weather.
Any liquid in the pipe in the ground should not freeze. The simplest way to drain these pipes is to
install a drain valve at tl-te lo\V point in the pipe, ho\vever be sure tlmt the \vastev.rater does not drain
to a stream, ditch, etc. Only about 25-30 gallons of water need to be drained.
Check the air relief7vacuum relief valves at least a couple of times per year to see that they are
operating properly and are not leaking.
It is recommended that a ring of concrete (6 inches deep, two feet square) be poured around the top
of each riser. Check this at least once pear year to see if there is any cracking.
Check the hose, reel, chain, and speed compensation at least twice per year to ensure that there is not
excessive wear ·and that the speed compensation is operating properly. Lubricate the traveler as
recommended by the manufacturer.
Wash down the traveler and the pump at least once pear year to reduce corrosion. If the pump is
disconnected from the Z-pipe, cover the ends of the pump and the Z-pipe.
Check for leaks each time an application of wastewater is made. Repair any leaks immediately.
When the traveler is not being used, store in a shelter to prevent damage to the hose from sunlight.
EQUIPMENT NEEDED
Diesel power unit and close coupled pump with minimum capacity of 315 gpm at 381 feet
TDH with an efficiency not less than 55 percent and NDSHR not greater than I 0 feet.
Engine speed should not exceed 2400 RPM. Pump shall be cast iron with cast iron, bronze,
or brass impeller. Pump shall be equipped with a 6-inch suction pipe which shall be
aluminum, or aluminum-rubber combination or Schedule 80 IPS, PVC plastic or
combination Schedule 80 IPS, PVC plastic and rubber. The suction pipe shall be equipped
with a suction strainer of at least 18-inch length by 8-inch diameter, such as that
manufactured by Perfection Sprinkler or equivalent. The pump shall be equipped with a
diaphragm ha.'1d primer, Berkeley I-landee !v1odel 9~.&"" or equivalent or some other type of
priming device. The pump shall be equipped on the discharge side with a spring loaded
check valve to be used for the priming process. Also on the discharge side shall be a
glycerin filled pressure gauge (0-200 psig), a combination air relief/vacuum relief valve and
an adjustable pressure relief valve. The pressure relief valve shall be set to discharge at
approximately 170 psi (393 feet of head). A non-slam check valve will be needed on the
discharge side of the pump in addition to the spring loaded check valve. The owner may
want to install a gate or butterfly valve on the discharge side of the pump, but it is not
absolutely necessary. The pump will be connected to the ground entry (Z-pipe) with a 6-
inch, 5-foot by I 0-foot aluminum telescoping pipe, such as that manufactured by
Schumacher. It shall have a ring-lok connector where it attached to the pump. On the end
where it connects to the Z-pipe it will be flanged. The Z-pipe will be an epoxy coated steel
pipe such as manufactured by Pierce or a black-iron pipe. The non-slam check valve will be
connected to the Z-pipe. The Z-pipe will be equipped with 2-inch outlets for the air relief/
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vacuum relief valve and the pressure rdicf valve and will have a l-inch opening where a
vacuum pump suction line can be installed. The Z-pipe will include two 45 o angles to get
into the ground. At the outlet end of the Z-pipe, it will be equipped with an IPS female bell
coupler to accept a 6-inch, IPS, PVC plastic pipe. A pump curve is included for a Cornell
Model 3HA pump.
z455 Piece of 6-inch by 20-foot Class 200, IPS~ PVC plastic pipe, bell and gasket. The distance
measurements were taken from a map and could change some in the actual installation of the
pipe. The actual feet of pipe could change slightly.
~2 Piece of6-inch by 21-foot Schedule 80, steei pipe black iron, ductile iron or galvanized piain
end with mechanical connectors to connect to Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic pipe. There are
two streams to cross and steel pipe should be used in crossing the streams. The steel pipe
should extend back into a stable bank on each side of the stream and it is possible that 3 or
4 joints of steel pipe may be needed. One of the streams has an unstable bank. Also where
the steel pipe enters a stable bank it is important that the pipe be cemented into place on both
sides of the stream.
~ 18 Hydrant-This should be constructed of a 6-inch by 6-inch by 4-inch (G x G x S) Schedule
80 IPS, PVC plastic tee, a Schedule 80, IPS, PVC plastic short riser pipe and a cast
aluminum or steel valve opener. The riser pipe or the valve opener shall be tapped to allow
a 1 -inch steel or cast a!u.rninum large orifice air relief/vacuum relief valve to be installed.
This will require a threaded Schedule 80 steel or IPS, PVC plastic nipple, a 90° ell, another
short nipple and the air relief/vacuum relief valve. The air relief/vacuum relief valve shall
be rated at 175 psi pressure. With the elevation ditlerence on this farm, it is necessary that
air reiief vaives be instaiied on each hydrant.
2 6-inch by 6-inch 90°, Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic ell (G x G)
9 6-inch by 6-inch by 6-inch Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic tee (G x G x G)
6-inch by 6-inch 45 o, Class 200, PVC plastic ell (G x G)
II 6-inch Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic end caps or end plugs. There will be a thrust block at the
end of each of these end caps.
6-inch by 6-incb 135° Class 200, IPS, PVC plastic ell (G x G). tv1ay need to be constructed
of a 90 o ell and a 45 o ell.
Ag-Rain/Kifco Model E371A, engine drive slurry-reel with II 00 teet of 3. 7-inch hose and
Nelson Model SRISOR sprinkler and sprinkler cart and 30 teet of 4.0 supply hose or
equivalent. Unit shall be equipped with speed compensation so that speed of travel of the
sprinkler cart is constant throughout its travel through the field. Both the reel and the
sprinkler cart shall be equipped with a 0-200 psi glycerin filled pressure gauge of at least 3-
inch diameter. Both should be protected with a simple cut -off so when it is not necessary to
check pressure on the unit, there is no pressure on the gauge.
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2 6-inch gate valves, cast iron, epoxy coated body, 175 psi pressure rated, stainless steel stem,
2-inch operating nut and replaceable disc as manufactured by Waterous, 500 Series or
approved equal (G x G), however can be flanged or screwed.
The supplier of the equipment may find it necessary to provide some additional fittings or make
substitutions, but no substitutions shall be used that are not equal to what is specitied, The
supplier/installer of the equipment is required to do the actual installation of the pipe, et~. in
accordance with the specifications to include the installation of the con~rctc thrust blocks. The
installer shall certify the installation in accordance with the A WC Certification dated April24. 1996.
or have someone authorized to approve the certification to ensure that the system is installed as
designed.
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IRRIGATION SYSTEM DESIGN PARAMETERS
Landowner/Operator Name: Weeks Farms, Inc./Ryan Weeks
Route I, Box 66, Dunn, NC 28334
Telephone: [phone]
TABLE I -FIELD SPECIFICATIONS
.
Approximate
Maximum
Usable Sizr
Field OfField Slope
Numbn (Acn:s) Soil Type (•lo) Crop (s)
Tru.ct 527 28.0 Wagram 0-6 Coastal Bermuda Pasture
Field I Small Grain P:~sturc
Tract 527 8.7 Wagram 0.6 Coastal Bermuda Pasture
Field 2 Small Urain l'astun:
Tract 527 26.0 Wagram 0-6 Coastai Bermuda Paslure
Field 3 Small Grain Pasture
Tract 527 6.9 Bibb& 0-2 Coastal Bermuda Pasture
Field 4 . Johnston Small Grain Pasture
Tract 527 2.0 Foreston 0-2 Coastal Bermuda PasiUre
Field 5 Small Grain Pasturt!
Tract 527 12.0 Foreston 0.2 Coastal Bermuda Pasture
Field 6 Small Grain Pasture
Tract 527 5.6 NorlOik 2-6 Coastal Bermuda Pasture
Field 7 Small Grain Pasture
Tract 528 41.0 Norfolk 2-6 Coastal Bennuda Pasture
Field 8 Small Grain Pasture
Tract 504 14.0 NoriOik 2.6 Coastal Bermuda Pasture
Field I Small Grain Pastun:
Maximum
Applkation
Rate
(ln/Hr)
0.55
0.55
0.55
0.425
0_5U
0.50
0.50
0.50
0.50
County: Sampson
Date: December 30, 1996
Maximum
Application
prr
Irrigation
Cycle Irrigated
lntbes) Acres
0.50 12.29
0.50 2.62
V.JV 15.08
0.50 2.79
0.50
6.04
0.50
0.50 1.42
0.50 25.68
0.50 11.11
* This field i5 composed of poorly drained and very poorly drained soil that is subject to tlooding at times. This site
should only receive wastewater during the dry periods and should receive a maximum ofO.S inch at an application.
This site should receive approximately half the wastewater as the Norfolk and about 60 percent of that applied to the
Wagram and the Foreston.
Weektabl
Table 2-TRAVELING IRRIGATION GUN SETTINGS
Make, Model and Type of Equipment:. Kiico-Ag-Rain Modei E 37A with i iOO feet oi3.7-inch iD hose.
.
Field No. Travel Precipitation
and Sp<ed Rat<
Hydrant No. (Ft/Min) (ln!Hr)
T527. FI,HI 3.89 0.47
T527. Fl, Hl 3.89 0.47
T527, Fl. H3 3.89 0.47
T527, Fl. HI 3.89 0.47
T527, F3, HI 3.89 0.47
T527, F3, Hl 3.89 0.47
T527, FJ, H3 3.89 0.47
T527, F3, H4 3.89 0.47
T527, F4, HI 3.89 0.42
T527, 3 89 0.47
F5&6,HI
T527 3.89 0.47
F5&6,H2
'1'~"\"'7 t::., Ul
I.J.,I,I 1,111 3.89 0.47
T527, F8. HI 3.89 0.47
T527, F8, H2 3.89 0.47
T527, F&. H3 3.89 0.47
T527, F8. H4 3.89 0.47
T504, Fi, HI 3.89 0.47
T504, fl. H2 3.89 0.47
Nelson Model 150 gun with 1.1 inch taper bore nozzle, 24 o trajectory.
Capacity of315 gpm at 80 psi, 375-foot diameter. •
EQUIPMENT SETTINGS
TRAVEL LANE **
Design Design
Welted No7zle Operating Operating
Elli::ctivc Effective Diameter Diameter l'rc::.suh! l'r..:ssun:
Width (Ft) Length (Ft) (Feet) (Inches) @Gun (psi) (a! Reel (psi)
260 520 375 1.1 80 115
260 645 375 1.1 80 115
260 420 375 1.1 80 115
260 280 375 1.1 80 115
260 360 375 Ll 80 115
260 550 375 Ll 80 115
260 670 375 1.1 80 115
260 315 375 1.1 80 115
260 310 375 1.1 80 115
260 230 375 1.1 80 115
260 465 375 1.1 '" 115
260 80 375 !.! go ! !5
260 985 375 1.1 80 115
260 1000 375 1.1 80 115
260 9i0 375 1.1 :w ll5
260 775 375 1.1 80 115
260 730 375 1.1 80 115
260 815 375 1.1 80 115
NC
Pattern
260"
260"
260"
260"
260"
260"
260"
260"
290°
260"
260"
260°
260"
260"
260°
260°
260"
260"
*The sprinkler arc scning is 260° for all travel Jant:s except for Field 4, Hydrant I. Since that soil has a lower infiltration rat.: the arc
setting on the sprinkler is 290°.
•• Lane spacing is approximately 69.3 percent of diameter.
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TABLE 4-IRRIGATION SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
Traveling Solid-Set
Irrigation Gun Irrigation
Flow Rate of Sprinkler (gpm) 315
Operating Pressure at Pump (psi) 165
Design Precipitation Rate (inlhr) 0.42-0.47
Hose Length (feet) I 100
Type of Speed Compensation Mechanical
Pump Type (PTO, Engine, Electric) Engine
Pump Power Requirement (hp) • 55
• The actuai HP required wiii be at ieast 75 because of the efficiency of the diesei engine. The horspowt:r shown is brake
horsepower.
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HP GPM x Head (feet)
3960 x Pump Eff.(Decimal)
315 X 165 X 2.31
3960 X .55
55 HP
TABLE 5-THRUST BLOCK SPECIFICATIONS
THRUST BLOCK
LOCATION AREA (•q. fL)
90° Bend 9.41
Dead End 6.58
Tee 6.58
45" Ell 5.10
Gate Valve 6.58
Ground Entry 11.6
THRUST BLOCK CALCULATIONS
A9o~ Bend sin
H ~ 165 x 2.31 ~ 381 feet
B ~ 700 lbs/ft.'
a~ 90",45"
a
2
Ground Entry~ 1.25 x 90" Bend
Gate Valve~ Same as Tee
98 X 381 X (.49942)2 ,.
01
:
1
_
1
90° _0 Al r. 2
-" ---7,"TJ J'
700 2
D 5.993 . --it
12
Dead End and Tee~ .7 x 90" Bend
Table 6: Time Required to Land Apply on Each Table Lane
Tract, Field & Lane Length of Travel Time Required
Lane (Minutes)*
T504, Fl, L1 730 228
T504. Fl, L2 815 250
T527, Fl, Ll 520 174
T527, Fl, L2 645 206
T527, Fl, L3 420 148
T527, F2, Ll 280 112
T527, F3, Ll 360 133
T27. F3. 1.2 550 lSI
T527, F3, L3 670 212
T527,F3,L4 315 121
T527, F4, Ll 310 120
T527, F5&6, Ll 230 99
T527,F5&6, L2 465 160
T527, F7, Ll 80 61
T527,F8,Ll 985 293
T527,F8,L2 1000 297
'T',.,...,. ... n 1"
l:JL.I, rft, L.J n•n '"'
Tt27, F8, L4 775 239
*20-minute delay on each end of the travel lane when sprinkler cart is not moving
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5 Models to choose from:
E40A. 4.0" 1/D X 1250'
E37 A. 3. 7" 1/D x 1 050'
E30A 3.0" 1/D X 1 000'
E25A. 2.5" 1/D X 800'
E21 A. 2.1 " 1/D x 660'
Extra tube can be added to most models.
Ask your representative for details.
Row Crop Gun Cart with galvanized body Is
standard equipment. An optional low Proiiie
Gun Cart Is also available.
~ ...... ~~~~~::~
I . . ' . .
I J ' •• • ~ • .~ • -• :. ,:>
Nelson 150 Gun spraying dairy wastewater
Optional Equipment
Low Profile Gun Cart. Recommended to
reduce stream height and wind drift. (For
illustration see inside back cover.)
Pressure Sensitive Drive Shutoff.
Automatically stops the engine when the
supply pump is stopped.
PTO Shaft. To dry rewind the tube by
means other than the engine.
600 S. Schrader Ave., P.O. Box 290, Havana, IL 62644
Phone [phone] Fax [phone]
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Performance Information
Flow Machine SPRINKLER AREA COVERED Inlet Model GPM Pressun>
PSI Pnssun> Wetll>d 'Width l.e~h PSI Dia. fL Feet (Max ft.
E40A 300 97 70 371 316 1408
with 350 106 70 393 334 1417
NElSON 400 116 70 407 346 1423
SR200R 450 138 80 429 364 1432
Sprinkler 500 150 80 443 376 1438
r:'""J"'7 A 200 86 70 314 267 1184 ~:;,~I #4. 250 94 70 329 279 1190
with 300 103 70 350 298 1199 NELSON
SR150R 350 115 70 357 304 1202
Sprinkler 400 127 70 364 310 1205
450 141 70 371 316 1208
E30A 180 94 60 300 255 ·.1128
200 102 60 307 261 1131
with 220 120 70 321 273 1137 NELSON 240 129 70 329 279 1140 SR100R
Sprinkler 260 138 70 336 285 1143
280 148 70 336 285 1143
E25A 80 75 60 229 194 897
100 82 60 243 206 903
with 120 92 60 257 219 909 NELSON 140 70 271 231 915 SR100R 112
Sprinkler 160 124 70 286 243 921
180 137 70 300 255 928
E21A 60 67 50 214 182 751
70 82 60 221 188 754
with 80 89 60 229 194 757 NELSON 90 96 60 236 200 760 SR100R
Sprinkler 100 103 60 243 206 763
110 112 60 250 213 766
Performance shown in the above tables are based on dean water. Actual performance may vary
depending on the solids content of the wastewater being applied.
·Recommended width is based on 85% of the wened diameter. This width reduces the possibility of
excess application in the over1ap areas. When using the machine for irrigation the recommended width
is 70% of the wened Oia.
~nol"ifi,..,.tinnC!: · "" ......... " ........... ,.... ·-
Model E40A E37A E30A E25A E21A
PE tube I. D. (in.) 4.0 3.7 3.0 2.5 2.1
PE tube length (ft.) 1250 1050 1000 800 660
Dry Weight (lbs.) 9240 8240 4310 2500 1780
Weight with water (lbs) 16520 13120 7280 4200 2700
lire Size 11Lx15 12.5Lx15 9.5Lx14 6.70x15 4.80x12
Shipping dim.: (ft. in.)
Length 18·0 18-0 13-5 11-8 9·8
Width (8-3" w/o wheels) .9-10 •g.o 7-5 6-9 5-10
Height 12-8 11-4 10-0 7-11 6-10
~=~.::ing~i.'l'.p!~=. p!lcl:lsc!::-.;ct;;·;a~~'l:t-.slaal'<i: rr.ayr.ot~ ili~::.cal;u c;.;;;efiij:iW....."tiuo-~ 11"-i~~i'lfcrn'.aliu.-;<.-; WO:iliiii.eiDt:.:s;;WoniBSScor-®.."1cd ~~:.~-=&do!~~.
Aauallield performanc:e may vary from hsaata dependrlg on variable CltUITIStances or tune, place, wealhef. ht.man~ao:l o1hef laclccs. Specdica1lons an:l prices are SLCJred1o chaJVfl wittwt noliot.
GK9306SR.O Pri1IBd in U.S.A.
PERFORMANCE -U.S. UNITS
100 SERIES BIG GUN 24° TRAJECTORY TAPER BORE NOZZLE .. .. ---No--Nozzle
.5" .55" .... .65" .r .75"
P.s.L GPII DIA. GPII DIA. GPII DIA. GPII DIA. GPM D1A. GPII DIA.
40 47 191' 57 202" .. 213' 76 = " 230" 103 240'
50 so·:~: •. : ;205' .._ .64-~; . .:-;· 21~> ' 74;::;::;, :225', 67 235' 100 .-: 245'' '· ~ 115 ,'!;256' ,:_
60 S5 215' .. 227 81 240' .. 250" 110 260' 126 270'
70 60 . 225" 75 ':". :_ 238" aa·~·: 81 103 263' 120 = 136; ,.:;~-283' .
60 64 235' 79 246' 94 81 110 27~ 126 28S 146 295'
90 68...-. 't 245'--:?·83·-~~~ 258':-. · 1oa:~~~t210' . 117 283':. 135 '295". ~155-:1~~306': .
100 72 255' 67 268' 106 280' 123 293' 143 305' 163 316'
110 76 2S5' ~: 92~,._;: 276'' 111:-::· 290' 121 303' 150 31S 171 .. -;'324'
150 SERIES BIG GUN-24°TRAJECTORY ·TAPER BORE NOZZLE
P.s.L -.7"
GPII DIA. -....
GPII DIA.
Nozzle
.r
GPII DIA. -1.G"
GPM DIA.
200 SERIES BIG GUN • 27" TRAJECTORY ·TAPER BORE NOZZLE
''~'~'~' ..... ~'~ 1.05" 1.1" 1.2" 1.3" 1A"
-....
, GPM D1A.
118 250'
:: 13Q:-~·.::i265'
143 280'
;?tss·~~-:. 295'
165 305'
-~ 175~·~~~:;315'
165 32S
'195-~""· .. 335'
-1.1"'
GPII D1A.
1.5"
P.SJ. GP1I D1A. GPII DIA. GPM DIA. GPM DIA. GPM DtA. GPM D.IA.
445 410' 515 430'
Nome -.85" ....
GPII
134
150:'.
"'" 177
169
201-c.-
212
222
D1A. GPII D1A.
256' 152 262"
;.2n 165;·~:-~: 280\:
288' 182 295'
302" . 197,'. 310'
314' 210 325'
326' ·. 223(-~-: 336''
336' 235 345' ..... 247 ... ,. 355"
-1.2"
GPM OIA.
"'~ N~
1.6" 1.75"
GPII DIA. GPII D1A.
585 445' 60
70
60
90
100
110
120
130
375'
. 39S
410'
425'
440'
450'
460' ....
385 390'
415~.-: .. ,0' -480 -._:, -430' .::-:·: 555~~~~~;-~~·t630 ~{:;~J. 4&5'-.
695._,, __ ,.470'..,..
·755·:~::_~.:-:..._.
445 430' 515 450' 590 470' 675 465' 605 515'
475 445' 545 .......... .... n5 505'
.. .... . 535'
325 400" 370 420' 425 500 460 575 480' 660 500" 755 520' 900 550'
340, 410' 390 . 430' .... 525 470' 605 495' 695 . 515'' 790 535' .... 565"
3S5 420' 405 440' 465 545 480' 630 505' 725 530' 625 550' 985 560'
370 ' 425' :·:_"25' ..... ··"485 565 465' 655 515'. . 756 540' 1160 560' 1025 590'.
PERFORMANCE -METRIC UNITS
100 SERIES BIG GUN· 24° TRAJECTORY· TAPER BORE NOZZLE
NOZZLE .... 0.5S DE .... o.r 075' ... OJI5" 0.9"
IJAIIETBI 12.7nm 14-15.3m> 1B.lom1
,_
19,1mm ,._ 21,6nm 22,9mm
-1.G"
GPII DIA.
-;:204 ~ ;· ~300'_;,
224 316'
243 338"
256 354'
. ::274~ :: 362':"
289 372"
304 360'
-1.3"
GPII D1A.
~-%!!e
1.r
GPII DIA.
_., 825_ ,-~~-··95~.
:~ .890-:.t:·,;. 5\S-'.t
950 53S
1005 555"
i060 5i5'
1110 590'
1160 60S
1210 -
18 ... ....
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4~ '. 3,40 122 64.3 4.25 15.3 fil~: ·; 5,00 18.0 71,8 5.86 21.1 74~ 6.82 24~ n~ 7.73 '0~\ 81,0 CB.aB3U:B2.6·· 1Q.D5-.3U~-· 86,4 112:: .... ·68.6 13~ .. ~ 14.8•
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7.0 _4.53 16,3 n.s 5,52 19,9 81,6 6,61 23.8 85.0 7,75 27,9 89,3 9.02 32.5 93,0 10,3 37,0 96,1 11.7 41,3 99,0 13,3 48,0 102.2 14,8 53,5 105 18.2 85,5 113
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150 SERIES BIG GUN-24° TRAJECTORY· TAPER BORE NOZZLE
NOZZLE 0.7" ... .,. 1.0' 1.1' 12' 1.3"
D1AIIETE!I
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5.0 '·" 27,5 85,4 9,91 35,7 91.6 12.6 45.2 98.6 15,6 56.0 105 18.9 662 111 22.7 81.7 117 26.6 95.6 121
6,0 ~J 8,36 30,1 89,1-. . ·--~·-;._lo.s:.;.:~-1 16,1 13,8 ... 104 17.0 .. 81,3. 110.<:. :,:.~_74.1.:.-.ttT . .. : L;:Z4,a .... 123·. · .... 29.1 105· 120· ., ..
7.0 9.03 32,5 95,0 11.7 42.2 101 14,9 53.5 10B 18,4 66.3 1" 22.4 80.7 122 26.8 96.6 12S 31.5 113 "' 6.0 'f ~ .. 34~ 09,3 . 12,5:,.• 45,1 105 15.9 ,, 112 1U 1M 118",. . '24.0: IIS,3''12B '· ... -"'·' 1113 132 . 33,7 121 "' 9.0 102 36,9 104 13.3 47,9 110 16.8 60.6 111 10.9 75,1 123 25,4 "~ 131 30.4 110 137 35.7 129 14.1
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l<l22LE 1.05" 1.1' 12' 13' 1.4" 1.5" 1.8" 1.75" 1.8"
twlmR 26,7mm 27.-., ..... ........ ,._
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s.o i~17.3 62.3 m~:: ts.a. n.s~ .. t11•. ,; 22.7 81.7 121 2ll,7 "'" 126 M)' 11h 132.~ 36,0. ;13:1_::;,138' .: ... <40.3~.145·' 143 .... 113 152'· -: 56.7. "' 186
6.0 19.0 682 115 21,8 78.3 121 24,9 89.5 126 29.2 105 132 33.' 121 138 39.4 142 144 "2 159 149 52.6 199 158 62.1 '" 164
7~ ''20.5 73.7 122 ·; .. 23,5· 84,6~~128;. 2ll,1l 96.1 134 ~· 114 1«1 ..., Ill"' , .... 42.8 -~ ts:t>", 152.. 471·,112:'' 159 56,8' "' -166 -67,1. 241. 175.
8.0 21,9 78.8 126 25,1 90,4 132 28.7 103 138 33.7 121 144 38.9 140 152 45.5 "' 159 51,0 184 165 60,7 '" 114 71,7 256 182
11,0 . 7 23.2 .... 1., 26.8 95.9 ~ )3lL' 7 0!.4 110 142 35,1 12ll 1o18 .... 148 151: • e.,:s-t74~/,UI4.' t su: 115 .. 110 .... 232 110). 76,0 274 ....
..
1 Performance is shown with Taper Bore nozzles only. Distance of throw with Ring nozzles and Taper/Ring nozzles is slightly Jess. Consult factory for
\.._....--complete performance details.
The lower trajectory angles result in better wind fighting ability, but reduced throw distances. Throw reduction depends upon nozzie flow rate. In generaJ
the throw distance is reduced approximately 3% with each 3° drop in trajectory angle.
Performance data has been obtained under ideal test conditions and may be adversely affected by wind, poor hydraulic entrance conditions or.other
factors. Test riser height of three feet above measurement surtace. No representation regarding droplet condition, uniformity, application rate or
suitability for a particular application is made herein.
HQ TRIM RPM HQ TRIM RPM HQ TRIM RPM HQ TRIM RPM MODEL 3HA
A 1~.22" 2400
B 15.22" 2200
14.12" 2400
c 1~.22"
14.06M
13.00"
2000 0 15.22" 1800
2200 13.94" 2000
2400 12.91" 2200
E .15.22" 1600
13.81" 1800 1!5.2211 fULL OIAMETER
12.62. 2000
11.98" 2400 11.7~~ 2200 Ns = 800
, __ , :' -u; · 1 ; : : ; 1 •J : , : : : 1 J 1 · , : , , 1 ;. HP. EFRCIENcv a NPSl1R ARE FOR FULL DIAMETER
· ' • 1 1 1. ; " • " • ' it' · • ! · · ' • IMPEu.ER ONLY AND MJ\Y VARY SOM~AT FOR LESS : l ; : ' I " i : I ' i ' b Ft .. ; i : i ; I I i . : i : . i 'tHAN FULL DIAMETER IMPELLERS. SEE SECTIONS
; ;; i 11 : !-1.~ l-i i d ~ _J l J:i ~ j i ' j ~ it 2 JM l ~'i> ;J~~ ~~~:~~;,1 DATA AT VARIOUS SPEEDS
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U.S. GALLONS PER MINUTE
CORNELL PUMP CO.
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DO
10
WALL
THK
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2
3
4
5
51
7
8
9
10
11
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
35
40
45
50
55
60
65
70
75
80
85
90
95
100
110
120
130
140
150
160
170
180
190
200
225
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
450
475
500
550
600
6.00
6.625
5.993
0.316
;!-·yen
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0.34 0.00
0.39 0.01
0.45 0.01
0.51 0.01
0.56 0.01
0.62 0.01
0.68 0.01
0.73 0.02
0.79 0.02
0.85 0 02
0.90 0.02
0.96 0.03
1.02 0.03
1.07 0.03
1.13 0.04
1.24 0.04
1.36 0.05
1.47 0.06
L59 gg~ 1.70
1.81 0.08
1.93 0.09
2.04 0.11
2.15 0.12
2.27 0.13
2.55 0.16
2.83 0.19
3.12 0.23
3.40 0.27
3.69 0.31
3.97 0.36
4.25 0.41
4.54 0.46
4.82 ~:~~ 5.11
.5.39 0.63
-.-5.67 . 0.?~
·:'6.24 :·~:~~-~·6".a·i·
8.00
8.625
7.805
0.410 .
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0.43 0.00
0.46 0.01
0.50 0.01
0.53 0.01
0.56 0.01
0.60 0.01
0.63 0.01
0.66 0.01
0.73 0.01
0.80 0.01
0.87 0.02
0.93 ~-~; 1.00
1.07 0.02
1.13 0.03
1.20 0.03
1.27 0.03
1.33 0.04
1.50 0.04
1.67 0.05
1.84 0.06
2.00 0.07
2.17 O.n<>
2.34 0.10
2.51 0.11
2.67 0.13
2.84 0.14
3.01 n.1•
3.18 0.18
3.34 0.19
3.68 0.23
4.01 0.27
FRICTION LOSS CHARACTERISTICS
PVC CLASS 200 IPS PLASTIC PIPE
(1120. 1220) SDR 21 C=150
PSI LOSS PER 100 FEET OF PIPE (PSI/100)
Sizes 6" thru 12"
Flow GPM 1 thru 5000
10.00 12.00 SIZE 6.00
10.750 12.750 OD 6.625
9.728 11.538 10 5.993
0.511 0.606 WALL 0.316
THK
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0.51 0.00
0.56 0.01
0.50 ~:~~ 0.64
0.68 0.01
0.73 0.01
0.77 0.01
0.81 0.01 0.58 0.00
0.86 0.01 0.61 0.01
0.97 0.02 o.Sa 0.01
1.07 0.02 0.76 0.01
1.18 0.02 0.84 0.01
1.29 ~~; 0.91 0.01
1.40 0.99 0.01
1.50 0.03 1.07 0.01
1.61 0.04 1.14 0.02
1.72 0.04 1.22 0.02
1.83 0.05 1.30 ~~; 1.94 n no 1.37
2.04 0.06 1.45 0.03
2.15 0.07 J.53 0.03
2.37 0.08 1.68 0.03
2.58 0.09 1.83 0.04
{Continued)
8.00 10.00
8.625 10.750
7.805 9.728
0.410 0.511
Note: Shaded areas of chart indicate velocities overs· per second. Usa with Caution .
. 10"
12.00
12.750
11.538
0.606
633-46 .Rev. July 199•
Table USB. SWINE MAERCIBtC LAGCIQIII LICIUID FERTILIZER IIIUTIJEWTS •
Type Ani•l
of Lhft
Prca..:tian
Unft-
...,liner-to .::d Feeder
cep.city
feeder-to per
Ffr:-ish --lty
Gilt per
Develapat -. _,ty
loar stud ..::
_,ty
farrow-to per
We.,l ing Ktlve -farrow• to per
Feeder act1ve -Farrow· to per
Finish ect1ve -
Ant•l Unit
E4.1fv.lent
Llw WOigllt
tntt fh•l ....,
Total Arwerobic
~LI~Id
c.p.elty,
ft3/
81'1i-l W'lit
Total L..,aon
Li~id
SUrplua.-
per .,,_l
Lrlit/yur
single 2·atege ecre·
····--Lba·-----stage 1st + 2nd ;.La inch
10 50 30 60 45 15 191 .0070
50 220 135 270 200 70 927 .034
50 250 150 300 225 75 1015 .037
250 550 400 500 375 125 2959 • 11
4D 650 435 215 3Z03 • 12
52Z 783 5Z3 260 3861 .14
1417 2833. 2125 708 10478 .39
• References: Depta of liological Md Agrieul tural Engineering, Ani111l
Pl.,t Pl.,t Total
IUtrient Mutrient Nutrients
Awil.Oility
Coeffic:ient&
• P205
IC2D
• P205
IC2D
• P205
IC2D
• P205
IC2D
• P205
IC2D
• P205
IC2D
• P205
IC2D
irrigated -
.50
.70
.71l
.50
.70
.70
.50
.70
.71l
.50
.70
.7!)
.so
.71l
.71l
.so
.70
.70
.50
.70
.70
lbs/
ocre
Inch
136
53
133
136
53
133
136
53
133
68
26
67
91
35
89
91
3S
89
136
53
133
Plent AvailC.~
Nutrient~' '::
lbs/
lbs/ ..,;.,
Kre 1.11it/
Inch -r
68 .48
37 .26
93 .66
68 2.3
37 1.3
93 3.2
68 2.5
37 1.4
93 3.5
34 3.7
19 2.0
47 5.1
4S 5.4
25 2.9
62 7.3
45 6.5
25 3.5
62 8.8
68 26
37 14
93 36
Science; lforth C.ru·oline State University; .len 1990
Ag~ic Division, lllorth taroliN Deplirt.ent of Agriculture
-AaSUIIIH 400-lb aow end boar on li•ited feed. 3-wk old ..eanling, 50-lb feeder pig, 220-lb •rket hog Md 20 pip/sowfyr.cor
-Estf•ted total Legoon l iCJ,,fd tnch.des total l i~id _....... ph,. awrege ....... , nint.ll ~lue incidental to legaan
aurfece: doee not KCCU\t for ~-
_.Irrigated: apriNLer Irrigated liCJ.~id wcovered for 1 _,.,th or Longer.
Tobie 18C. LA11D API'LICATIOII Of 511111£ AIAER081C LAGOOII LIQUID •
Type Ani•l Rue-Lagoon LiCJ,,id Application .. te-Mini..,. L..-d Area for LfCJ.~id Appltc.ttion-
of Unit Li•itil"'lii ··········-------·Irrigated-------------···-· --------------------irriga~---------········
Proca..ction IUtrient --•• ·-• •• • • •• • • ·lbs/ec:relyear---·-·-----------------------·--··lbs/acre/year·-·-·-----------
Unit • 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 so 100 150 200 25G lu"' """ 400 ~•v
P205 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160
IC2D 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------·················Inches/year·------·-------------------------ecres/ani•l ...-.it-········-----
Weanl ing·ta oer • .n 1.5 2.2 2.9 3.7 4.4 5.1 5.9 .0096 .004B -003~ -~~~ .0019 .0016 .0014 .0012
Feeder heed P205 .54 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.8 4.3 .013 .0065 .0026 .0022 --. .DOU .uu.u oUUI7 ·"""'"" _,ty IC2D .54 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.7 4.3 .013 .0066 .0044 .0033 .0026 .002Z .0019 .0016
Feeder-to per .. .73 1.5 2.2 2.9 3.7 4.4 5.1 5.9 .047 .023 .016 .012 .0093 .0078 .0066 • 0058
Finish head P205 .54 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.8 4.3 .063 .032 .021 .016 .013 .011 .0090 .0079
-ity IC2D .54 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.7 4.3 .064 .032 .021 .016 .013 .011 .0091 .0080
Gilt per • .73 1 .5 2.2 2.9 3.7 4.4 5.1 5.9 .051 .025 .017 .013 .010 .0085 .0073 .0064
Developwt head P205 .54 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.8 4.3 .069 .035 .023 .017 .014 .012 .0099 .0087
~ity IC2D .54 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.7 4.3 .071l .035 .023 .017 .014 .012 .010 .0087
Boor per • 1.5 2.9 4.4 5.9 7.3 8.8 10 12 .. 074 .037 .025 .019 .015 .012 .011 .0093
Stud heod P205 1.1 2.2 3.2 4.3 5.4 6.5 7.6 8.6 • 10 .050 .034 .025 .020 .017 .014 .013
-lty IC2D 1.1 2.1 3.2 4.3 5.4 6.4 7.5 8.6 • 10 .051 .034 .025 .020 .017 .015 .013
hrrow-to per • 1.1 2.2 3.3 4.4 5.5 6.6 7.7 8.8 .11 .054 .036 .027 .021 .018 .015 .013
Weant in; oct1w P205 .81 1.6 2.4 3.2 4.0 4.9 5.7 6.S .15 .073 .049 .036 .029 .024 .021 .018 -IC2D .80 1.6 2.4 3.2 4.0 4.8 5.6 6.4 .15 .073 .049 .037 .029 .024 .021 .018
Ferrow·to per • 1.1 2.2 3.3 4.4 5.5 6.6 7.7 8.8 .13 .065 .043 .032 .026 .02Z .018 .016
feeder ec:tivc P205 .81 1.6 2.4· 3.2 4.0 4.9 5.7 6.5 .18 .088 .059 .044 .035 .029 .025 .022
sow ICZO .80 1.6 2.4 3.2 4.0 4.8 5.6 6.4 .18 .088 .059 .044 .035 .029 .025 .022
Farrow· to r>er • .73 1.5 2.2 2.9 3.7 4.4 5.1 5.9 .53 .26 .18 • 13 .11 .088 .075
Finish Kt1Ye P205 .54 1.1 1.6 2.2 2.7 3.2 3.8 4.3 .72 .36 .24 .18 .14 • 12 .10 -IC20 .54 1.1 1.6 2.1 2.7 3.2 3.7 4.3 .72 .36 .24 .18 .14 • 12 .10
~
• Re1erencn: Depts of Biological ' Agricul rural Engineering, Soil Scierce, Crop Science; North C.rol ina St univ; JC"' 1990 -· fertili~ation rate should be consistent with reelistic crop y1eld. • leeching lind denHrification end P205 soil immobilization uneccounted for .
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E,/~mple of differer.t arrangements for thrust blocKs.
Anchora~e blocks for in-line valves.
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ASSEMBLY
AIR RELIEF
VALVE'\_,
TELESCOPING ASSEMBLY
/
PRESSURE RELIEF
VALVE
n /PUMP STARTER
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UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTURE
June 21, 1995
Mr. Jerry Hobbs
Sampson County Manager
432 Rowan Street
Clinton, N.C., 28328
Dear Mr. Hobbs,
NATURAL RESOURCES
CONSERVATION
SERVICE
;B :I
~ECEIVED
WATER QUALITY SECnON
MAR 2 7 1998
PO~T O~fi]E.BQX267. ~UNGTOr:t:''Wt':'ez?l~
9199893-7584 .
This letter is notifying you of a proposed 9,000 topping hog facility that Weeks Farms Inc. of Dunn,
N.C. is planning to put on their farm in Sampson County. The tract is located on S.R. 1005 3 1/2 miles
South of U.S. 421 near Mingo Swamp and the Harnen County iine.
According to FEMA Flood Hazard Maps the field where they want to install the topping houses are in
the 100 year Flood Plain. Mr. Weeks stated he had never seen the water flood the field. He wrote the U.S.
Army Corps of Engineers a letter to request the elevation of the 100 year flood stage. They told him it was
approximately 10' above normal flow. Based on this information and using a U.S. Geological Survey Bench
Mark, the NRCS surveyed to the creek and determined the 100 year flood plain elevation to be 132ft. This
contour went about 2/3 up in the 26 acre field. Mr. Weeks could install the lagoon above the 132' elevation
but not the buildings. We did a soils investigation of the site and found adequate clay material to line the
lagoon. The closest house to the proposed site belongs to Ryan Weeks, one of the owners. It is approximately
1700 ft. from the proposed site.
Bobby Willis with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers stated in a phone conversation that a 404 permit
was not needed because the field was prior converted wetland and if the facility was not in the floodway he
could see no problem. We explained to Mr. Willis that the flood back water would slowly come into the field
and therefore would not present a flooding hazard.
I contacted the N.C. Division of Environmental Ma~ent, (D.E.M.) and talked to Ken Averette.
He stated that the State would have no problem with it as long as-the buildings and dike around the lagoon
would be above 132' flood elevation. He also stated that no spray field should be in the flood plain.
There are no feasible alternative sites on the tract. This site was desired by the Weeks because the
prevailing wind flows out of the South and Southwest. This will take any odor mto and up Mingo Swamp.
Anywhere else on the tract would be closer to homes. The other remaining alternative is to abandon the site
completely.
The NRCS will design the lagoon to meet the State of N.C. 0200 regulations. We plan to locate the
faciliLy on the flooding fringe. The top of the lagoon eu1banluuent and building pads will be designed to be
above the 100 year flood elevation of 132.0.
I
,. . .
Please send any comments or questions concerning the proposed hog operation to:
Parks V. Blake
c/oNRCS
P. 0. Box267
Lillington, N.C. 27546
910-893-7584
We request a response by July 25th if the plan is acceptable or if you have any questions concerning
this. I am enclosing a map as to the approximate location of the site.
c.c.
Please share this information with anyone you feel needs to know about the plans.
D.E.M.
Corps of Engineers
Tom Wetmore
Wilson Spencer
Frank Evans
Weeks Fartns, Inc.
I
Sincerely,
-f-1~ J/. p.?~
Parks V. Blake
District Conservationist, NRCS
. .
UNITED STATES
DEPARTMENT OF
AGRICULTIIRE
August 16,1996
Cape Fear Farm Credit
P.O. Box 368
Dunn, N.C. 28335
Dear Mr. Butler,
NATURAL RESOURCES
CONSERVATION
SERVICE
POST OFFICE BOX 267
LILLINGTON, N.C. 27546
91D-893-7584-
This is to inform you the Weeks Farm Hog Operation that is now under construction on
tract 527 in Sampson County is above the 100 year flood plain. We designf'rl the pads of the
buildings and the dike of the lagoon to be above the elevation of 132.0. This 100 year flOOd
elevation was determined by maps and surveying. If you have any questions please contact me.
We are supervising the construction of the lagoon.
Sincerely,
Parks V. Blake
District Conservationist
Natural Resource Conservation Service
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WR1ER Qljl\),1\'{ ~J:; \ION
E:Lv1ERGENCY ACTION PLANR 27\998
R (F~ rF4VC, ijJ
bVbU l'= PHOl'<"E :-<UMBERS
' DWQ 0, I o-4-?(, -JS'i-1
tiPK 2 1 ~~!ERGENCY MANAGE:V!ENT SYSTE::Vl
FAYi:: 1 TE\!lLLE
REG. OFFICE
S\VCD
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c,! 0-39.J. 'l,s?l~
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This plan will be implem.::med in th.:: .::vent that was res from your op.::r:11ion :rre le:lking,
overrlowin!!. or running off sire. You should nor wait until wastes reach surface waters or
leave your propeny to ~onsider that you have a probl.::m. You should m:lke ~very effon ro
ensure that this does nor happen. This plan should be posted in an accessible location for
all .::mployees at the facility. The following are some action items you should take.
l. Stop the release of wastes. Depending on the situation. this may or may nor be
possible. Suggested responses ro some possible problems are listed b.::iow.
A. Lagoon overflow-possible solutions are:
a. Add soil to b.::rm ro increase elevation of dam.
b. Pump wastes ro fields at an acceptable rate.
c. Stop all t1ows to the lagoon immediately.
d. Call a pumping contr.lctor.
e. Make sure no surface water is entering lagoon.
B: Runoff from waste application field-actions include:
a. Immediately stop waste application.
b. Create a temporary diversion to contain waste.
c. Incorporate waste to reduce runoff.
d. Evaluate and eliminate the reason(s) that caused the runoff .
.::. Evaluate the application rates for the fields where runoff occurred.
C: Le:lkage from the waste pipes and sprinklers-action include:
a. Stop recycle pump.
b. Stop irrigation pump.
c. Close valves to dirninare funher discharge.
d. Repair all le:lks prior to resraning pumps~
D: L.::akage from tlush sysr.::ms. houses. solid separators-action include:
a. Stop recycle pump. _
b. Stop irriprion pump.
c. Make sure no siohon occurs.
J. Srop ali t1ows i~ rh.:: !louse. flush systems. or solid Sc!;J:.tr:l[ors.
\
..,
e. Repair all leaks prior to restarting pumps.
E: Le:~kage from base or sidewall of bgoon. Often this is seepage :IS opFosed to
t1owing le:~ks-possible action:
a. Di2 :1 small sumo or ditch awav from the embankment to c::tch all seeoa2e.
put in a submersible pump. and pump back to lagoon. · -
b. If holes are caused by burrowing animals. tnp or remove :mimais :md fiil
holes and compact with a clay type soil.
c. Have a professional evaluate the condition of the side w:~lls and lagoon
bonom as soon as possible .
Assess the extent of the spill and note any obvious d:~mages.
a. Did the waste reach anv surface waters? .....
b. Approximately how much was rele:lSed and for what duration·'
c. Any damage noted. such as employee injury, fish kills. or property damage?
d. Did the spill leave the properry?
e. Does the spill have the potential to reach surface waters?
f. Could a future rain event cause the spill to reach surface waters·'
g. Are potable water wells in danger (either on or off of the property)·>
h. How much reached surface waters?
3: Contact appropriate agencies.
a. Durin!! normal business hours, call vour DWQ (Division of \Vater Qualitv)
rezion-al office; Phone ~-•,;;-'1 ~ After hours, emer2encv number: 919-733-3942.
Your phone c:J..!I should include: your name. facility~ telephone number. the details
of the incident from item 2 above, the exact location of the facilirv, 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 the situation.
b. If spill leaves property or enters surface waters, callloc:J..! EMS Phone number
c. Instruct Ei'v!S to contact local ?ealth I)epartmem. "P _ 7:C,-r'+
d. Contact CES. phone number&-· . .z·1.-"3 ';·local SWCD office phone number ?_ • •.. y.
and !ocall'4"RCS office for advice/technical assistance phone number 'i'r,_J · : l .:,· ,r
4: If none of the above works caJl 911 or the Sheriffs Department :~nd explain your
problem to them and ask that person to contact the proper agencies for you.
5: Contact the contractor of your choice to begin repair of problem to minimize off-site
damage.
a. Comnctors Name=~-~K.!i.·•·ah'->'.J::.rT:r_.!:L::.~:=:.::e.:..._ ______ _
-b. Contnctors Address:.__,""'c-::---,="'7...,..,"""--.....,..-----
-c. Comrnc:ors Phone: Y'! .2· '"I o + L -··
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6: Comact the= technic:.tl sp~cialist who cerrifkd th~ lagoon t NRCS. Consulting
Engin~:::. c=tc.)
a. Name: PSBI<. s V PLJ:Jirc
b. Phone: <itu· :i"'iJ ·157i't !I olnE 'll'j-'1-i'/-<J'"f]._!f
7: Impl~menr procedures as advised by D\VQ and technical assistanc~ agencies to
rectify the damage. repair the system. J.lld reassess the waste management plan to
keep probic=ms with release of wastes from happening ag:tin.
"·r .. ·{r~
PAGE 1
· PRODUCER: Ryan ~eeks
WASTE UTILIZATION
August 21, 1996
. LOCATION:.· Route, 1 Box 66
. ': ;::'' 'Du,nn -NC 28334
: TEilEPHONE: 910-892-3930
. TYPE OPERATION: F,Eleder to Finish Swine
-;:; • • : . • -\.".l
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 3840·. hogs design capacity
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified
rate to prevent pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant
nutrients in the animal waste should be used to reduce the amount of
commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where waste
is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the
limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before each application
cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to b~ grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization
plan in order to maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to
ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe manner. Always
apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can
utilize. Soil types are important as they have different infilitration
rates, leaching potentials,-cation exchange capacities, and available
water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special pre-
cautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per
~,..,...a T"\o..,... "''T.ct.::t"r" n,.... n"'t-::t1'""'1T"''l"''r t.or::tct-o 1""\n c::d-l1r::::.t-.on an; 1 c: whPn it-i ~ ......... .,.._ .t"'-.._ ;r.._ ..... ...._ • .....,..., ........... ~ """".t"'l:',..I ................ ._. ............................................................................ , ··---------
raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions
may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under OEM
regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift
and downwind odor problems. 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 or applied to bare ground
not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or
disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical-nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage require-
ments should be based on the waste analysis report from your waste
management facility. Attached you will find information on proper
sampling techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to
the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
. , .·
,. WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 2
AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
3840 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 7296 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
3840 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 8832 lbs. PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a hicr ;nh_ You should nlan time
and .have appropriate equipment to apply th~ ~aste in a timely.manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on
the 9rop to be gro~n, soil tz~e and surface application .
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 3
TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT FIELD SOIL TYPE & CLASS CROP YIELD LBS COMM N ** * LBS
DETERMINING PHASE CODE AW N PER ACRES AW
PER AC AC USED
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APPLIC.
TIME
527S 1 WAGRAM 0 6% BP 2.75 137.5 28.0 3850
APR-SEP
527S 1-1 ISGP -11 160 128.0 11680
SEP-FEB
527S WAGRAM 0-6% 1196.25
APR-SEP
527S 1-2 ISGP 11 160 18-~ 1522 SEP-FEB
527S 13 'WAGRAM 0 6%' IBP ,2.75 1137.5 126.0 13575
APR-SEP
527S ,-3 ISGP 11 160 126.0 11560 SEP-FEB
527S FORESTON ALL 225
APR-SEP
527S ,-5 ISGP 11 160 ,2.0 1120 SEP-FEB
527S FORESTON ALL 1350
APR-SEP
527S 1-6 ISGP 11 160 112.0 1720 SEP-FEB
527S r 'NORFOLK 2-6% IBP 13 1150 ,5.6 1840 APR-SEP
5278 ,-7 ISGP 11 160 15.6 1336 SEP-FEB
527S NORFOLK 2-6,; 6150
APR-SEP
5278 1-8 ISGP 11 160 141.0 12460
SEP-FEB
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TOTALj24584.2
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Indicates that this field is being overseeded.
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied
while meeting the N requirments. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone
Management Act will require farmers in some eastern counties of NC to
•··
, WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 4
have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
plan only addresses Nitrogen.
TRACT FIELD
TABLE 2 : ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate
land. see required specification 2.)
SOIL TYPE & CLASS CROP YIELD LBS COMM N ** DETERMINING PHASE CODE AW N PER ACRES
PER AC AC
END
* LBS
AW
USED
--------
APPLIC.
TIME
TOTAL 0
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Indicates that this field is being overseeded. If overseeded small
grain is used for HAY, careful management is required to ensure that
small grain does not suppress coastal bermudagrass. This suppres-
sion could lead to loss of stand and result in less nitrogen being
utilized by coastal bermudagrass as a result of reduced yields.
* Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in fields due to
overseeding.
** lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in tables 1 and 2 above:
LBS N
CROP CODE CROP UNITS PER UNIT
BP HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE TONS 50
SGP SMALL GRAIN-PASTURE 60
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TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
AMOUNT 0
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
ACRES LBS AWN USED
123.3 24584.25
0 0
123.3 24584.25
F N PRODUCED 8832
*** BALANCE -15752.25
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.
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Acres shown in each of the preceding 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 fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
NOTE: 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 measures to prevent
over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production
facility will produce approximately 1420.8 pounds of plant
available nitrogen per year in the sludge that will need to be
removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when broadcasting
the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well
special equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of
the soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or pending occurs.
This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure,
soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available 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.
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 instance should the volume of waste being stored in
your structure be within 1.7 feet of the top of the dike.
W~STE L~ILI7.~TION PT.A~ PAGE 6
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 irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
amounts of Nitrogen shown in the tables may make this plan invalid.
~ai~ your tectu1ical 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 waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION: 'Ihere is IIDre than enough land to pump waste on this
tract. Coastal not yet sprigged on field 8. All land grazed which cuts expected yields
in half. Buffers and odd =:rners have been liberally taken out so there is no
doubt he has enough land.
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Plans and Specifications
PAGE 7
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff,
drift, manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge
during operation or land application~ Any discharge of waste which
reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division
of Environmental Management for every day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that
the producer either has owns or has long term access to adequate
land to properly dispose of waste. If the producer does not own
adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS
with a copy of a written agreement with a landowner who is within
a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for
waste application for the life expectancy of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility
to secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is
a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the
Nitrogen needs for realistic crop yields based on soil type,·
available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that
restrict the rate of application for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource
Management System (RMS) or an Alternative Conservation System
(ACS) . If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no greater
than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips
will be used where runoff leaves the field. These filter
strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by OEM.
{See FOTG Standard 393 ~ Filter Strips and Standard 390
Interim Riparian Forest Buffers) .
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after
waste application. Waste should not be applied when the
wind is blowing.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorporated on conventionally
tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops
or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the
application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in
the NRCS Technical Reference -Environment file for guidance.
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration rate such that runoff does not occur offsite or
to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No pending should occur
in order to control conditions conducive to odor or flies
and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when-the surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in
such a manner that no more than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf
area is covered.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted crops on soils with a high potential for
leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils
should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover
crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall
not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a
crop on bare soil.
11. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 25 feet to
surface water. This distance may be reduced for waters that
are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips
are present. {See Standard 393 -Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other
property and public right-of ways.
15. Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface wasters,
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 should not be
applied on grassed waterways that discharge into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the
application 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. Lagoons and other uncovered waste containment structures
must maintain a maximum operating level to provide adequate
storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in addition to
one {1) foot mandatory freeboard.
18. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas {lagoon embankments,
berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation
shall be provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as
trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to
areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be
kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon berms and structures
should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage
or discharge.-
19. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or
terminated, the owner is responsible for obtaining and imple-
menting a "closure plan" which will eliminate the possibility
of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
20. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should
be inspected on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks,
and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be kept
on site.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
NAME OF FARM: Weeks Farms, Inc.
OWNER i MANAGER AGREEP!Efi7
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications
and the operation and maintenance procedures established in the ap-
proved animal waste utilization plan for the farm named above. I
(we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
I (we) understand that I must own or have access to equipment,
primarily irrigation equipment, to land apply the animal waste
described in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must be
available at the appropriate pumping time such that no discharge
occurs from the lagoon in a 25-year 1-day storm event. I also cer-
tify that the waste will be applied on the land according to this
plan at the appropriate times and at rates that no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FACILITY OWNER: Ryan Weeks
SIGNATURE :---'1~~9-=------->/A"'""""'J~""-=-=-----DATE : _ _,'3<--=J0=-=---1_._:£,=--
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NAME OF MANAGER (if different from owner) =~~~~="-~--------------------­please print
SIGNATURE: DATE: ______________ _
NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: Parks V. Blake
AFFILIATION: NOCS
ADDRESS (AGENCY) : NRCS
P.O. BOX 267 Phone [phone]
Lill:i.p.gton, N.C. 27546 L
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11.
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted crops on soils with a high potential for
leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils·
should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover
crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall
not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a
crop on bare soil. ·,
Animal waste shall not be ~pplied closer than·2s feet to
surface water. This distance may be reduced for waters that
are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips
are present. (See Standard 393--Filter Strips)
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12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other
property and public right-of-ways.
15.· Animal waste shall not be discharged into surface wasters,
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 should not be
applied on grassed waterways that discharge into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the
application 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. Lagoons and other uncovered waste containment structures
must maintain a maximum operating level to provide adequate
storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in addition to
one (1) foot mandatory freeboard.
18. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas (lagoon embankments,
berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation
shall be provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as
trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to
areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be
kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon berms and structures
should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage
or discharge.
19. If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or
terminated, the owner is responsible for obtaining and imple-
menting a "closure plan" which will eliminate the possibility
of an illegal discharge, pollution and erosion.
_20. Waste handling structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc., should
be inspected on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns, leaks,
and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be kept
on site.
PAGE 8
I WASTE UTILIZATION ~liAN
NAME OF FARM: Weeks Farms, Inc.
OWNER / MANAGER AGREEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications
and the operation and maintenance procedures established in the ap-
proved animal waste utilization plan for the farm named above. · .. I
(we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
I (we) understand that I must own or have access to equipment,
primarily irrigation equipment, to land apply the animal waste
described in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must be
available at the appropriate pumping time such that no discharge
occurs £rom the lagoon in a 25-year 1-day storm evenL I also cer-
tify that the waste will be applied on the·land according to this
plan at the appropriate times.and at rates that no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FACILITY OWNER: Ryan Weeks
pr~nt
SIGNATURE: DATE: _______ _
NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: Parks V. Blake
AFFILIATION: NRCS
Jl.L>DRESS (AGENCY): Phone [phone] NRCS
P.O. BOX 267
SIGNATURE:
~rn, N.c. 27546 ar. f?~ /1: DATE: fi'-jO -,,
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natura) Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P .E. Director
Division of Water Quality
April 24, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Ryan V{eeks
163 Ruffin Road
Dunn, NC 28334
Dear Ryan Weeks:
Re: Request for Information
Sludge Survey Report
Weeks Farm Inc.
NCA282681
Sampson County
Your Animal Waste Management General NPDES Permit contains a condition
that addresses the sludge survey requirement for the lagoon(s) at your animal
feeding operation.
Your ~.WDES Permit :t-,J"wuber :t-.J"CA282681 Condition 111.16, on page 10 states:
"All facilities, which are issued a COC to operate under this permit, shall conduct
a survey of the sludge accumulation in all lagoons within one (I) year of receiving
the COC and every year thereafter. This survey shall include but not be limited to
a sketch showing the depth of sludge in the various locations within each lagoon.
This survey shall be submitted as part of the facility's annual report in the year it
was conducted ... "
Our records indicate that the Division has not received the sludge survey results
for the year 2005 from your facility and your facility had not previously exempted
based on prior surveys. The form was due March I, 2006. To avoid possible
enforcement action for a violation of your permit, please submit the results ·within
thirty (30) days of receipt of this letter to the following address:
Miressa D. Garoma
Division of Water Quality
1636 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
N.?'!'hCarolina
.Naturallu
A qui fer Protection Section
Internet: \'. .... '.'W.ncwaternnalitv.orP
1636 Mail Service Center
Location· 272& Capital Boulevard
Raleigh. NC 27699·1636
Raleigh. NC 27604
Telephone:
Fax 1:
(919) 733·3221
(919) 715·0588
(9i9) 7i5·6048
(877) 623·6748
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Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you
the responsibility or liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State
Statue or permitting requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact
me at [phone].
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Fayetteville Regional Office
cc: File 82-681
APS Central Files
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RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Ryan & Dewayne Weeks
Weeks Farm Inc.
163 Ruffin Road
Dunn NC 28334
Dear Ryan & Dewayne Weeks,
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environmen_t and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek. P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
January 3, 2006
Subject: Notification for Phosphorus Loss Assessment
Weeks Farm Inc.
Permit Number NCA282681
Facility 82-681
Sampson County
There is a condition in your recently issued Animal Waste Management General NPDE§ Permit
addressing phosphorous loss standards. The permit condition quoted below states that if the state or
federal government establishes phosphorus loss standards your facility must conduct an evaluation within
180 days. The Federal Natural Resources Conservation Service has now established this standard. A
computer-based program was ·developed to determine how much phosphorus was being lost from
different fields. Instructions on how to comply with this requirement are provided below.
In accordance with your NPDES Permit Number NCA282681 Condition 1.6, your facility must now
conduct a Phosphorus Loss Assessment. Condition 1.6 states:
"If prior to the expiration date of this permit either the state or federal government establishes.
Phosphorus loss standards that are applicable to land application activities at a facility operating
under this permit, the Permittee must conduct an evaluation of the facility and its CA WMP under
the requirements of the Phosphorus loss standards to determine the facility's ability to comply
with the standards. This evaluation must be documented on forms supplied or approved by the
Division and must be submitted to the Division. This evaluation must be completed by existing
facilities within six (6) months of receiving notification from the Division.
Once Phosphorus loss standards are established by the state or federal government that are
applicable to facilities applying to operate under this permit, no Certificate of Coverage will be
issued to any new or expanding facility to operate under this permit until the applicant
demonstrates that the new or expanding facility can comply with these standards."
The method of evaluation is the Phosphorous Loss Assessment Tool (PLAT) developed by NC State
University and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. PLAT addresses four potential loss
pathways: leaching, erosion, runoff and direct movement of waste over the surface. Each field must be
individually evaluated and rated as either low, medium, high or very high according to its Phosphorus
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loss potential. The ratings for your farm must be reported to DWQ using the attached certification form.
The PLAT forms must be kept as records on your farm for future reference.
From the date of receipt of this letter, a period of 180 days is provided to perform PLAT and return the
certification form to DWQ. Only a technical specialist who has received specific training may perform
PLAT. You are encouraged to contact a technical specialist now to run PLAT on your farm. Your local
Soil and Water Conservation District may be able to provide assistance. This information on the attached
form(s) musi be submiited within i80 days of receipt of this letter to:
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
Division of Water Quality
1636 ~ .. 1ail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
NPDES permitted farms will need to have implemented a nutrient management plan which addresses
phosphorus loss before the next permit cycle beginning July, 2007. If you have any fields with a high or
very high rating, then your waste utilization plan will require modifications. The purpose of performing
PLAT this early is to allow adequate time for making waste plan modifications where necessary. With
the next permit, continued application of waste will not be allowed on fields with a very high rating. For
fields rated high, only the amount of phosphorus projected to be removed by the harvested crop. For low
and medium ratings, phosphorus will not be the limiting factor. Once the PLAT evaluation is completed
on your farm, you will know if you have fields that need further work. You are encouraged to begin
developing and-implementing a strategy to deal with any issues as soon as possible.
Please be advised that nothing in this letter should be taken as removing from you the responsibility or
liability for failure to comply with any State Rule, State Statue or permitting requirement.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please do not hesitate to contact me at (919} 715-6697 or
the Fayetteville Regional Office at [phone].
cc: Fayetteville Regional Office
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Facility File 82-681
Sincerely,
Paul Sherman
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
RECEIPT# 7002 2410 0003 0273 2757
Ryan Weeks
Weeks Farm Inc.
163 Ruffin Road
Dunn, NC 28334
RE: Sludge Survey Testing Dates
Facility# 82-681
Sampson County
Dear Ryan Weeks:
January 27, 2005
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
The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) received your sludge survey information on
January 26, 2005. With your survey results, you requested that a sludge survey for the lagoon at
McLamb Farms not be required until2006. Due to the amount of treatment volume available,
DWQ agrees that a sludge survey is not needed until2006. The results of the 2006 sludge
survey are to be submitted with the Annual Certification Form that will be due on March I,
2007.
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[phone].
Sincerely,
Keith Larick
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
cc: File# 82-681
Larry Baxley, Fayetteville Regional Office
Aquifer Protection Section
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April 9, 2003
Ryan & Dewayne Weeks
Weeks Farm Inc.
163 Ruffin Road
Dunn NC 28334
Dear Ryan & Dewayne Weeks:
Subject: Certificate of Coverage No. NCA282681
Weeks Farm Inc.
Swine Waste Collection, Treatment,
Storage and Application System
Sampson County
On March 14, 2003, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (Division) issued an NPDES General
Permit for swine facilities. The General Permit was issued to enable swine facilities in North Carolina to
obtain coverage under a single permit that addresses both State and Federal requirements.
In accordance with your application received on February II, 2003, we are hereby forwarding to you this
Certificate of Coverage (COC) issued to Ryan & Dewayne Weeks, authorizing the operation of the
subject animal waste collection, treatment, storage and land application system in accordance with
NPDES General Permit NCA2()()()()(}. The issuance of this COC supercedes and terminates your COC
Number A WS820681 to operate under State Non-Discharge Permit AWG !()()()()(}.
This approval shall consist of the operation of this system including, but not limited to, the management
of animal waste from the Weeks Farm Inc., located in Sampson County, with an animal capacity of no
greater than an annual average of 3840 Feeder to Finish swine and the application to land as specified in
the facility's Certified Animal Waste Management Plan (CAWMP). If this is a Farrow to Wean or
Farrow to Feeder operation, there may also be one boar for each 15 sows. Where boars are unneccessary,
they may be replaced by an equivalent number of sows. Any of the sows may be replaced by gilts at a
rate of 4 gilts for every 3 sows
The COC shall be effective from the date of issuance until July I, 2007. Pursuant to this COC, you are
authorized and required to operate the system in conformity with the conditions and limitations as
specified in the General Permit, the facility's 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 General Permit. Since this is a new joint State and
Federal general permit it contains many new requirements in addition to most of the conditions contained
in the current State general permit. Enclosed for your convenience is a package containing the new and
revised forms used for record keeping and reporting. Please pay careful attention to the record keeping
and monitoring conditions in this permit. The Devices to Automatically Stop Irrigation Events Form
must be returned to the Division of Water Quality no later than 120 days following receipt of the
Certificate of Coverage. The Animal Facility Annual Certification Form must be completed and returned
to the Division of Water Quality by no later than March 1st of each year.
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If your Waste Utilization Plan has been developed based on site specific information, careful evaluation
of future samples is necessary. Should your records show that the current Waste Utilization Plan is
inaccurate you will need to have a new Waste Utilization Plan developed.
The issuance of this COC does not excuse the Permittee from the obligation to comply with all applicable
laws, rules, standards, and ordinances (local, state, and federal), nor does issuance of a COC to operate
under this permit convey any property rights in either real or personal property.
Upon abandonment or depopulation for a period of four years or more, the Permittee must submit
documentation to the Division demonstrating that all current NRCS standards are met prior to restocking
of the facility.
Per 15A NCAC 2H .0225(c) a compliance boundary is provided for the facility and no new water supply
wells shall be constructed within the compliance boundary. Per NRCS standards a 100 foot separation
shall be maintained between water supply wells and any lagoon or any wetted area of a spray field . .
Please be advised that any violation of the terms and conditions specified in this COC, the General Permit
or the CA WMP may result in the revocation of this COC, or penalties in accordance with NCGS 143-
215.6A through 143-215.6C, the Clean Water Act and 40 CFR 122.41 including civil penalties, criminal
penalties, and injunctive relief.
If you wish to continue tbe 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 NPDES Permit by contacting the staff member listed below for information on
this process. Unless such a request is made within 30 days, this COC shall be final and binding.
This facility is located in a county covered by our Fayetteville Regional Office. The Regional Office
Water Quality Staff may be reached at [phone]. If you need additional information concerning
this COC or the General Permit, please contact J R Joshi at [phone] ext. 363.
Sincerely,
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Enclosures (General Permit NCA200000, Record Keeping and Reporting Package)
cc: (Certificate of Coverage only for all cc's)
Sampson County Health Department
Fayetteville Regional Office, Water Quality Section
Sampson County Soil and Water Conservation District
Permit File NCA282681
Permit File AWS820681
NDPUFiles
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PRODUCER: Ryan Weeks
LOCATION: Route 1 Box 66
Dunn NC
TELEPHONE: [phone]
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
August 21, 1996
28334
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TYPE OPERATION: Feeder to Finish Swine
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 3840 hogs design capacity
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified
rate to prevent pollution 'of surface and/or groundwater. The plant
nutrients in the animal was·te should be used to reduce the amount of
commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where waste
is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the
limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before .each application
cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization
plan in order to maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to
ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe manner. Always
apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can
utilize. Soil types are important as they have different infilitration
rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange capacities, and available
water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special pre-
cautions, waste may be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per
acre per year. Do not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is
raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions
may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under DEM
regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift
and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of the nutrients
for crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the
waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare ground
not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or
disking will conserve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage require-
ments should be based on the waste analysis report from your waste
management facility. Attached you will find information on proper
sampling techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to
the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 2
AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
3840 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 7296 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
3840 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/ye~r = 8832 lbs. PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time
and have appropriate equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on
the crop to be grown, soil type and surface application.
TRACT
527S
527S
527S
527S
'
5ps
527S
5f7S
527S
i
527S
5~7S
5:ps
sps
S :liS
'
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WASTE UTILIZATION • ~
TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
FIELD SOIL TYPE &
DETERMINING
1 WAGRAM 0-6%
1-1
'
WAGRAM 0-6%
13
FORESTON ALL
FORESTON ALL
NORFOLK 2-6%
NORFOLK 2-610
I 9 I NORFOLK .2 -~OJc
""~\
CLASS-
PHASE
CROP YIELD
CODE
'
BP 2.75
I \W 13
\5 G-P \ I
LBS
AW N
PER AC
137.5
j60
I
IndicJE~sDthat this field is being overseeded.
I
I
COMM
PER
AC
N
PAGE 3
** * LBS
ACRES JI_W
USED
--------
APPLIC.
TIME
28.0 3850
APR-SEP
128.0 11680 --
1 iSEP-FEB
1196.25
APR-SEP
1522 SEP-FEB
1
26.0 13575
APR-SEP
1
26.0 11560 .
SEP-FEB
225
APR-SEP
1
2 .. 0 1120 SEP-FEB
1350
APR-SEP
~ .2C'tC pi(]
APR-SEP
13-3-6 z l"' p-.t1
SEP-FEB
6150
APR-SEP
1
2460
SEP-FEB
1
300 p;;{J
APR-5Efl PI1J
I J..o 1Ji,~FE£Y~
TOiAL .2WW~4-,·2:.o~i
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied
while meeting the N requirments. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone
Management Act will require farmers in some eastern counties of NC to
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 4
have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
plan only addresses Nitrogen.
TRACT FIELD
.
TABLE 2 : ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(agreement with adjacent landowners-must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate
land. see required 'specification 2.)
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-CROP YIELD LBS COMM N ** DETERMINING PHASE CODE AWN PER ACRES
PER AC AC
•.
END .
* LBS
AW
USED
--------
APPLIC.
TIME
TOTAL 0
.========
Indicates that this field is being overseeded. If overseeded small
grain is used for HAY, careful management is required to ensure that
small grain does not suppress coastal bermudagrass. This suppres-
sion could lead to loss of stand and result in less nitrogen being
utilized by coastal bermudagrass as a result of reduced yields.
* Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in fields due to
overseeding.
** lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in tables 1 and 2 above:
LBS N
CROP CODE CROP UNITS PER UNIT
BP HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE TONS 50
SGP SMALL GRAIN-PASTURE 60
I
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
AMOUNT 0
*
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
ACRES LBS AW N USED
i! 45 84. i!5 j(r k><6tt. ,;1. 123.3
133."-PIIJ
py(J
0 0
12!3.3 1~3d ivtJ 2 4ss 4. ils cUt>w8Lf, :J... ?
F N PRODUCED 8832
** BALANCE -15952.25
-~~~5:t. PldJ
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to·.
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.
PAGE 5
Acres shown in each of the preceding tables are considered to be the
usable acres excluding required buffers, filter strips along ditches,
odd areas unable to be irriqated, and perimeter areas not receivinq
full application rates due to equipment limitations. Actual total-
acres in the fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
NOTE: 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 measures to prevent
over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production
facility will produce approximately 1420.8 pounds of plant
available nitrogen per year in the sludge that will need to be
removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when broadcasting
the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well
special equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of
the soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or pending occurs.
This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure,
soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available 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.
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 instance should the volume of waste being stored in
your structure be within 1.7 feet of the top of the dike.
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 6
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 irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. 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 p~L a~L~ and the proper
application rate prior to applying the waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION: '!here is mre than enough land to pump waste on this
tract~ C?asta.l not yet sprigged on field fL P.~l land grazed whic..h cut-s e_xpected yields
by 25;t. , liD_ . . ~ IJIW. Buffers and odd corners have been liberally taken out so there is no
doubt he has enough land.
NOTE: PLAN AMENDED TO ADD PULLS ON LAND THAT WAS PURCHASED ADJACENT TO FIELD 7.
Coastal in fld. #8 now established.
(Pen and ink changes were made in original plan.) pytJ 9-11-11"-
/
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Plans and Specifications
PAGE 7
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff,
drift, manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge
during operation or land application. Any discharge of waste which
reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal dischaLges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division
of Environmental Management for every day the discharge cont~nues.
2. The Field Office must have-documentation in the design folder that
the producer either has owns or has long term· access to adequate
land to properly dispose. of was.te. If the producer does not own
adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS
with a copy of a written agreement with a landowner who is within
a reasonable proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for
waste application for the life expectancy of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility
to secure an update of the.Waste Utilization Plan when there_is
a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the
Nitrogen needs for realistic crop yields based on soil type,
available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that
restrict the rate of application for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource
Management System (RMS) or an Alternative Conservation System
(ACS) . If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no greater
than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips
will be used where runoff leaves the field. These filter
strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by DEM.
(See FOTG Standard 393 -Filter Strips and Standard 390
Interim Riparian Forest Buffers) .
5. Odors can be reduced by injecting the waste or disking after
waste application. Waste should not be applied when the
wind is blowing.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorporated on conventionally
tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops
or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the
application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in
the NRCS Technical Reference -Environment file for guidance.
7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration rate such that runoff does not occur offsite or
to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No pending should occur
in order to control conditions conducive to odor or flies
and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in·
such a manner that no more than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf
area is covered.
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 QuaJity
September I, 2006
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
RECEI\/ED
(.
...... ' ....
,
'
DENH _ FA!tTTE'v'ILLE REGIONAL OFACE
MR. RYAN D WEEKS
WEEKS FARM INC
163 RUFFIN ROAD
DUNN, NC 28334
Dear Mr. Weeks:
Subject: Phosphorus Loss Assessment Tool
Weeks Farm Inc
Permit Number NCA282681
Facility 82-681
Sampson County
The Division's records show that a completed PLAT Form has NOT been submitted for this facility. If
our records are in error please resubmit the completed PLAT Form for this farm.
There is a condition in your Animal Waste Management General NPDES Permit addressing the
completion of the Phosphorous Loss Assessment Tool for your animal feeding operation upon
notification by the Division of Water Quality (Division).
Your NPDES Permit Number NCA282681 Condition 1.6 states:
"If prior to the expiration date of this permit either the state or federal government
establishes Phosphorus loss standards that are applicable to land application activities at a
facility operating under this permit, the Permittee must conduct an evaluation of the facility
and its CA w-MP under the reqmrements of the Phosphorus ioss standards to determine the
facility's ability to comply with the standards. This evaluation must be documented on
forms supplied or approved by the Division and must be submitted to the Division. This
evaluation must be completed by existing facilities within six (6) months of receiving
notification from the Division.
The method of evaluation is the Phosphorous Loss Assessment Tool (PLAT) developed by NC State
University and the Natural Resources Conservation Service. PLAT addresses four potential loss
pathways: leaching, erosion, nu1off and direct movement of waste over the surface. Each field must be
individually evaluated and rated as either low, medium, high or very high according to its Phosphorus
loss potential. The ratings for your farm must be reported to DWQ using the attached certification form.
The PLAT forms must be kept as records on your farm for future reference.
The Division's records show that you received the notification to conduct PLAT on January II, 2006. To
avoid possible enforcement action for a violation of your permit, The Division of Water Quality requests
that the following items be addressed:
Aquifer Protection Section
Int-ernet: w-ww.ncwaieJqualitv.Oi-g
1636 Mail Service Center
Location: 2728 Capitai Buuievan.i
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-50% Recycledl1 0% Post Consumer Paper
Raleigh, NC 27699-1636
Raleigh, NC 27604
Telephone:
Fax I:
Fax 2:
Customer Service:
N.?'I!hCarolina ;vaturall!f
[phone]
(919) 7!5--Q588
[phone]
[phone]
I. Submit justification for not responding within 180 days of receipt of the PLAT notification
letter.
2. Consult with your technical specialist and submit a written schedule for completing the PLAT
evaluation.
Failure to comply with the above conditions may result in a civil penalty assessment for the facility.
Please be advised that this notice does not prevent the Division of Water Quality from taking enforcement
actions for any past or future violation. Furthermore, the Division of Water Quality has the authority to
levy a civil penalty of not more than $25,000.00 per day per violation.
Please provide this office with a written response on or before September 30, 2006.
If you have any questions regarding this request, please do not hesitate to contact me by email at
[e-mail] or by phone at [phone] or you may contact the Fayetteville Regional
Office at [phone]. Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Duane Leith
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
cc: i:fl!yetteviBe.!RegiQna[Offll:e
Facility File 82-681
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Waste Analysis Report
2/9/2006
.:ample Information
ample 10:
102
'·nste Code:
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1t'scripllon:
'l·inc La oon Li .
tccommendations: _
lf>l>licn/ion Method
Irrigation
Laboratory Results (parts per milliotr unless otherwise noted)
N p K Ct1 Mg
7'olal 551 104 825 164 42.1
IN-N
-N/14
_!t]fl':l ,~'n Ni r.:1 Ph JTUJ
OR-N 535
I! rea
Nutrients Available for First Cro
N
~~-Mi P205 K20 Cn s Fe M11
2.3 1.4 6.6 0.96 0,25 0.39 003 T
Gmu:er: Weeks Farm Inc.
s
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Altn:Dcwaync H. Weeks
!63 Ruffin Rd.
Dunn, NC 2H334
/~mn: 86-6H I
Sampson County
Fe Mu ln
4.94 0.41 J.6H
Se u f>ll r··
7.l(i
lbs/1000 allons
B Mo Cl
0.01
(,'u
ll.ll
ss
l{cpor!: W0579h
r:opies llr
RECEIVED
FEB 2 2 2006
OENR _ FA'/Ellt\11LL£ RF.GIONAL OffiCE
li Mfl (,'/ (,'
11.99
C:N OM% CCI:'% !\l.E(Kga!)
Other Elements lbs/1000 allOIIS
Nn Ni Cd Ph ill Se Li
4.5
fhc waste product contains a large amount of sodium. This element can accumulate in soils where it replaces calcium and contributes to excess soluble salts. Sodium may also damage the foliage of sensitive plants
l'here the waste is a li uid and a lied in overhead irri ation s terns. Monitor sodium accumulation in the soil where the waste is routine! a lied.
-;-, ·'
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WASTE UT]LIZATION PLAN
August 21!, 1996
PRODUCER: Ryan Weeks
LOCATION: Route 1
Dunn
Box 66
NC 28334
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TYPE OPERATION: Feeder to Finish Swine
PAGE 1
1
1 RECEI\IFI)
tlAR 2 5 21109
N'"u"1•1BER OF ANIMALS: 3 84 0 hogs design capacity ! DffiR-FA!tiifviu.fREGiiiNA< IFRi;l I
The waste from your animal facility lust be land applied at a specified
rate to prevent pollution 'of surface/ and/or groundwater. The plant
nutrients in the animal waste should! be usep. to reduce the amount of
commercial fertilizer required for t!he crops in the fields where waste
is to be applied. This waste utiliz~tion plan uses nitrogen as the
limiting nutrient. Waste should be ~nalyze~ before each application
cycle. Annual soil tests are strangely encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realis~ic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are· important in impilementihg your waste utilization
plan in order to maximize the fertil~zer value of the waste and to
ensure that it is applied in an envi~onment~lly safe manner. Always
apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply ~ore ni~rogen than the crop can
utilize. Soil types are important as they tave different infilitration
rates, leaching potentials, cation e~change capacities, and available
water holding capacities. Normally ~aste s all not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre perlyear. With special pre-
cautions, waste may be applied to lahd eroding at up to 10 tons per
acre per year. Do not apply waste oh saturated soils, when it is
raining, or.when the surfac; is froz~n .. ~i~h~r of th~~e c~ndi~ions_.
may result 1.n runoff to suriace wacers wn1cn J..s not allowed under DEM
regulations. Wind conditions should! also be considered to avoid drift
and downwind odor problems. To maxi~ize the v~lue of the nutrients
for crop production and to reduce the poten~ial for pollution, the
waste should be applied to a growingl crop or applied to bare ground
not more than 30 days prior to plant~ng. Imjecting the waste or
disking will conserve nutrients and reduce tdor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply ~he ani~al waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage require-
ments should be based on the waste analysislreport from your waste
management facility. Attached you will find information on proper
sampling techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to
the lab for analysis. I I
This waste utilization plan, if carried out) meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
RECEIVED 1 OENRI~
.cro·OQ()ifr;noN,
A(lllp•-co•.
MAR ·i3 20\8
I I WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
I AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
I hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year =I 7296 tons
I .
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PR0DUCED PER YEAR
I . hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year= 8 32 lbs. PAN/year
3840
3840
PAGE 2
. .I Applying the above amount of waste ~~ a big job. You should plan time
and have appropriate equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on
the crop to be grown, soil type and urface application.
TRACT
527S
527S
527S
5;27S
527S
5!27s
527S
527S
5:27s
s27s
s:ns
S27S
5
s 115
52.1$
I \
WASTE UTIL]ZATION .~ PAGE 3
I TABLE 1 : ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
I I
I FIELD sOIL n:PE & CLASS-CROP YIELD LBS COMM N ** * LBS ' .
I DETERMINING PHASE CODE AW N PER ACRES AW
I PER AC AC USED
lJ --------
· . . . APPLIC.
TIME
1 WAGRAM 0-6% BPI 2.751 137.5 28.0 3850
I I I IAPR-SEP
,-1 128.0 11680 SEP-FEB
12 I WAGRAM 0-6% ,8.7 11196.25
APR-SEP
1-2 I ,8.7 1522 SEP-FEB
13 I WAGRAM 0-6% 126.0 13575 . APR-SEP
1-3 126.0 11560 SEP-FEB
FORESTON ALL 225
APR-SEP
,2.0 1120 SEP-FEB
112.0 I l.35o
I IAPR-SEP
J6 I FORESTON ALL
I I
IBP I
I I
12.251 1112.5
I I'
112.0 1720 SEP-FEB
~~~~~ I~ .2C'tC pi?'
APR-SEP
PvtJ
I~ ~~-gFk~~ 1111 L 'I~. Ul 17--
NORFOLK 2-6'> 6150
APR-SEP
2460
SEP-FEB
I NORFOLK .2 -(J;C'Jc I BPI
js G-f \ 1
I ) · c I A~R-sttfp;z;
I J. · 0 1Ji.i41ter
E.ND I I TOiAL l(c'-~4-.l/'1 ~ Indicates that this field is being overseeded. ~·
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that band Klmay be over applied
while meeting theN requirments. Beginn~ng in 1996 the Coastal Zone
Management Act will require farmers in sbme eastern counties of NC to
have
plan
TRACT
I
i WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
only addresses Nitrogen. I
FIELD
.
TABLE 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(agreement with adjacent lrlndownefs.must be attached)
(Required only if operator does n t own adequate
land. see required 'specif cation 2.) .
. I I . · ..
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-CROP YIE D LBS COMM N ** DETERMINING PHASE co bE AW N PER ACRES
I PER AC AC
I
PAGE 4
* LBS
AW
USED --------
APPLIC.
TIME
I TOTAL 0
Indicates that this field is belng ovelseeded. If overseeded=:::~~=
grain is used for HAY, careful managem~nt is required to ensure that
small grain does not suppress cbastal bermudagrass. This suppres-
sion could lead to loss of stan~ and result in less nitrogen being
utilized by coastal bermudagras1s as a result of reduced yields.
* Acreage figures may exceed totail acreage in fields due to
overseeding. I I ** lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (OoMM N) 'upplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes
I
used in tables 1 and 2 above:
I CROP CODE CROP UNITS ILBS N I PER UNIT
' '
BP HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE TONS 50
SGP SMALL GRAIN-PASTURE 60
' '
'
I
TABLE 1
TABLE 2
TOTAL
AMOUNT 0
*
I
WASTE UTIJIZATION
TOTALS FROM TABLE1 1 AND 2
I I ACRES LB~ AW N UfED
I ' ' 123.3 245BL25 .2(r Y6 tt I .;1_ 133.?. PliJ I I .
0 0 I I I
123.3
IZ!3 d 111/J 24l8 4. ilS ..:tf1D8Lf,';l..
F N PRODUCED I 81832
I
** BALANCE I -15952;. 25
-;""" "''-"!'----_.. I -I I JIV!l-rvr; I
*** This number must be less thad or eJal to o in order to·.
PAGE 5
fully utilize the animal was,e N prdduced.
Acres shown in each of the preceding tables jre considered to be the
usable acres excluding required buffets, filtler strips along ditches,
odd areas unable to be irrigated, andlperimetler areas not receiving
full application rates due to equipment limit!ations. Actual total
acres ln the fields listed may, -and most like!ly will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables. l
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan musJ conta~n provisions for periodic
land application of sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be
nutrient rich and will require precautionary !measures to prevent
over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production
facility will produce approximately 1420.8 pdunds of plant
available nitrogen per year in the slUdge th~t will need to be
removed on a periodic basis. This figure is IPAN when broadcasting
the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well
special equipment, may be needed when 1 you remove this sludge.
See attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
waste water. I I
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate shoulJ not eJceed the intake rate of
the soil at the time of irrigation su8h that !runoff or pending occurs.
This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure,
soil texture, water droplet size, andiorganid solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available 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.
Your facility is designed for 180 dayl of tejporary storage
and the temporary storage must be rem9ved onlthe averag~ of once e~ery
6 months. In no instance should the volume of waste be~ng stored ~n
your structure be within 1.7 feet of the top of the dike.
WASTE UTIL~ZATION PLAN PAGE 6
If surface irrigation is the method of land a~plication for this plan,
it is the responsibility of the producer and 1rrigation designer to ensure
that an irrigation system is installed[ to properly irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to arply the recommended rates and
amounts of Nitrogen sho\\'Il in the tables may mS..ke this plan invalid.
Call your technical specialist.after J~u recelve .the waste analy~is report
for assistance in determining the amount of waste per acre and the proper
application rate prior to applying thei waste ·1 .
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION: '!here is rrore !than enojlgh land to purrp waste on this
tract. Coastal not yet sprigged on field 8. !All landl grazed which cuts expected yields
by 2s~. J'',() · ! I .
l6 Islf. Buffers and odd corners have been +iberally taken out so there is no
doubt he. has enough land. I I
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Plans and Specifications
Animal waste shall not reach surfabe watels of the state by runoff,
drift, manmade conveyances, directj application, or direct discharge
during operation or land application. Any discharge of waste which
reaches surface water is prohibitetl. Ill¢gal discharges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties df $10,000 per day by the Division
of En~ironmen~al Managemen~ for e~ery. dayl. the . disch~rge cont~nues.
The F~eld Off~ce must have documentat~on il.n the des~gn folder that
the producer either has owns or ha!s long ~erm· access to adequate
land to properly dispose. of was.te ·I If the producer does not own
adequate land to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS
with a copy of a written agreement; with a! landowner who is within
a reasonable proximity, allowing nim/her the use of the land for
waste application for the life ex~ectancyj of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility
to secure an update of the. Waste titilizat!ion Plan when there. is
a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals;
meth.od of utilization, or availab~e land ·I
Animal waste shall be applied to nleet, bu~ not exceed, the
Nitrogen needs for realistic crop !yields based on soil type,
available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there lare regplations that
restrict the rate of application for other nutrients.
Animal waste may be applied to lajd that bas a Resource
Management System (RMS) or an Alternative! Conservation System
(ACS) . If an ACS is used the soi] loss shall be no greater
than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips
will be used where runoff leaves dhe fiel~. These filter ·
strips will be in addition to "Bu~fers" r
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'equired by DEM.
(See FOTG Standard 393 -Filter Strips and Standard 390
Interim Riparian Forest Buffers) . [ I
Odors can be reduced by injecting [the was1te or disking after
waste application. Waste should not be a:pplied when the
wind is blowing. / I
When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it will be soil incorpo~ated o~ conventionally
tilled cropland. When applied to1conser~ation tilled crops
or grassland, the waste may be broadcast iprovided the
application does not occur duringia seasdn prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in
the NRCS Technical Reference -En~ironment file for guidance.
Liquid waste shall be applied at Jates ndt to exceed the. soil
infiltration rate such that runoff does not occur offsite or
to surface waters and in a methodl'which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur
in order to control conditions co~ducive jto odor or flies
and to provide uniformity of application .
1 Animal waste shall not be applied[to saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
. 1 h 1 . d I . 1 1 . • An~ma waste s all be app ~e on ~ct~ve y grow~ng crops ~n
such a manner that no more than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf
area is covered.
10.
· WASTE UTIL*ZATIONIPLAN
Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted crops on soils withla highlpotential 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 n~trients. Waste shall
not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a
crop on bare soil. f ..
11. Animal waste shall not be ~pplied closer ~han'25 feet to
surface water. This distance may be reduced for waters that
are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips
are present. (See Standard 393. ~ Filter Strips)
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12. Animal waste shall not be applied ,closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal waste shall not be appli~d b1oser ~han 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be ap~lie~ in a manner! not tolreach other
property and publ~c r~ght-of ways. i
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15. Animal waste shall not be dischargbd into surface wasters,
drainageways, or wetlands by discharge or by over-spraying.
Animal waste may be applied to pribr converted wetlands
provided they have been approved a's a land. application site
by a "technical specialist". Anintal waste should not be
applied on grassed waterways that ~ischarge into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic! rates and the
application causes no runoff or d~ift from the site.
16. Domestic and industrial waste frod washdoLn facilities,
showers, toilets, sinks, etc., sha~l not be discharged into
the animal waste management syste~. I
17. ~~~~o~~i;~~i~t~e~a~~;.~~e~~~r:~~~~ li~e~~i~~e~;o~~~~c;~~~ate
storage for a 25-year, 24-hour st9rm event in addition to
one (1) foot mandatory freeboard. I I
18. A protective cover of appropriate (vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas (lagooh embankments,
berms, pipe runs, etc.). If need~d, spec!i.al vegetation
shall be provided for these areas land sha~l be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetat~on. Vegetation such as
trees, :>hrubs, az;~ ot~er woody,sp~cie;, e~c. are limited to
areas wnere cons1aerea appropr1a~e. Lagoon areas should be
kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon berms and structures
should be inspected regularly for evidence~' of erosion, leakage
or discharge.
19. If animal production at the facil:i!ty is t'o be suspended or·
terminated, the owner is responsiBle for !obtaining and imple-
menting a "closure plan" which willl eliminate the possibility
of an illegal discharge, pollution and e~osion .
. 20. Waste handling structures, piping,[ pumps,l reels, etc.,
be inspected on a regular basis to prevent breakdowns,
and spills. A regular maintenance check]ist should be
on site.
should
leaks,
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NAME OF FARM: Weeks Farms, Inc.
OWNER / MANAGER AGREEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications
and the operation and maintenance prd~edures established in the ap-
proved animal waste utilizati<~m plan jfor the farm named above. ·. I
(we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
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I (we) understand that I must own .or ihave aq:ess to equipment,
primarily irrigation equipment, to Lind applry the animal waste
described in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must be
available at the appropriate pumping itime such that no discharge
occurs £rom the lagoon in a 25-year ~-day stbrm event. I also cer-
tify that the waste will be applied On the'l~nd according to this
plan at the appropriate times. and at !rates trat no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FAC~LITY OWNER: Ryan Weeks 1
SIGNATURE: __ ~~~~~~~~~~~ ?~~~~~~~--
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DATE:~~-------------
Blakb NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: Parks iV.
SIGNATURE:---------------------------!
AFFILIATION: NRCS i
'""'"" II ADDRESS (AGENCY) : ,~
P.O. BOX 267 ! Phone ;J~i;ton, N.C. 27546 1?~ /(. I DATE: 1.?-Jo-r' SIGNATURE:
910-893-7584
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources OWQ
Division of Waier Qualiiy
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Ryan Weeks
Weeks Farm Finishing
P.O. Box 787
Dunn, NC 28335
Dear Ryan Weeks:
Coieen H. Suiiins
Director
August 10,2011
Subject: Sludge Su...Tvey Testing Dates
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Certificate of Coverage No. A WS820681
Weeks Farm Finishing
Lagoon No. -I
Animal Waste Management System
Sampson County
The Division of Water Quality (Division) received your sludge survey information on August I,
20 II. With the survey results, you requested an extension of the sludge survey requirement for
the Lagoon No.-1 at the Weeks Farm Finishing. Due to the amount of treatment volume
available, and the rate of sludge accumulation for the lagoon, DWQ feels that an extension is not
appropriate at this time.
The next sludge survey for the Lagoon No. -1 at this facility should be performed before
December 31,2011.
Please call me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
J.R. Joshi
Animal Feeding Operations Unit
cc: Fayetteville Regional Office, Aquifer Protection Section
Permit File A WS820681
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Saturday, February 06, 2010
Producer : Ryan Weeks
Fann Name : Weeks Farms Inc. Finishing~B1
P 0 Box7B7
Dunn,NC 23335
Telephone#: [phone]
Type of Operation : Feeder to Finish Swine ·
Number of Animals : 3840 hogs design capacity
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Application Method: Irrigation
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be
used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where
waste is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient.
Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly
encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be
grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maJiimize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of ttie crop to be grown and the nutrient
contents of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can uiiiize. Soli types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and avaialable water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to
land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special pre-cautions, waste may
be applied to land eioding at up to 10 tons per acre per year. Do not apply \a.:aste on
saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions
may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under OEM regulations. Wind
conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To
maximize the va!ue of the nutrients for crop production and to reduce the potentia! for
pollution, the waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare ground not more
than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and
reduce odor problems. This plan is based on waste application througt) irrigation for this is
the manner in which you have chosen to apply your waste. If you choose to inject the:waste
in the future, you need to revise this plan. Nutrient levels for injecting waste and irrigating
waste are not the same. ·
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on typical nl!trient content for
this type of facility. Acreage requirements should be based on the waste analysis report from
your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for ananlysis. This waste
utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
3840 hogs X 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year= 7296 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
3840 hogs X 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year= 8832 PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner. ·
The following acreage will be needed for waste appiication based on the cmp to be grown,
soil type and suface application. ·
TABLE 1 :ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT FIELD SOIL TYPE &CLASS-CROP YIELD LBS AW COMM ACRES LBS AW APPLiC:
DETERMINING PHASE · CODE N/ACRE · N/ACRE USED TIME
527 1-1 WAGRAM0-6% BP 4.1 . 205 0 4 820 MAR-SEP
527 -1-1 WAGRAM0-6% SG 1 60 0 4 ~40 SEP-MAY
504 1-1 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 5.2 1196 MAR-SEP
504 -1-1 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 1 50 0 5.2 312 SEP-MAY
527 1-2 'wAGRAM 0-6% BP 4.1 205 0 5 1025 MAR-SEP
527 -1-2 WAGRAM0-6% SG 1 60 0 5 300 SEP-MAY
504 1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 5.9 1357 MAR-SEP
504 -1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 1 60 0 5.9 354 SEP-MAY
527 1-3 WAGRAM0-6% BP 4.1 205 0 3.3 676.5 MAR-SEP
527 -1-3 !WAGRAM 0-6% SG 1 ·so 0 3.3 198 ·SEP-MAY.
527 2-1 WAGRAM0-6% BP 4.1 205 0 2.6 533 MAR-SEP
527 -2-1 WAGRAM0-6% SG 1 60 0 2.6 156 SEP-MAY
527 3-1 WAGRAM0-6% BP 4.1 205 0 2.9 594.5 MAR-SEP
527 -3-1 ~AGRAM 0-6% · SG 1 60 0 2.9 174 SEP-MAY
527 3-2 WAGRAM0-6% BP 4.1 205 0 4.4 902 MAR-SEP
527 -3-2 !WAGRAM 0-6% SG 1 50 0 4.4 . 264 SEP-MAY
527 3-3 WAGRAMD-6% BP 4.1 205 0 5.3 1086.5 MAR-SEP
527 -3-3 WAGRAM0-6% SG 1 60 0 5.3 318 SEP-MAY
527 3-4 !WAGRAM 0-6% BP 4.1 205 0 2.5 512.5 MAR-SEP
527 -3-4 !WAGRAM D-6% SG 1 60 0 2.5 150 SEP-MAY
527 4-1 BIBBOCCAS BP 2.7 135 0 2.8 378 MAR-SEP
527 5-1 FORESTON ALL BP 4.5 . 2.25 0 2 .450 MAR-SEP
527 -5-1 FORESTON ALL SG 1 60 .0 2 120 SEP-MAY
527 5-2 FORESTON ALL BP 4.5 2.25 0 4 900 MAR-SEP
527 -5-2 FORESTON ALL SG 1 60 0 4 240 SEP-MAY
527 7-1 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 2.57 591.1 MAR-SEP
527 -7-1 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 1 60 0 2.57 154.2 SEP-MAY
527 7-2 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 7.41 1704.3 MAR-SEP
527 -7-2 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 1 60 0 7.41 444.6 ·SEP-MAY
527 7-3 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 . 5.1 1173 MAR-SEP
527. -7-3 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 1 60 0 5.1 306 SEP-MAY
527 8-1 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 6.9 1587 . MAR-SEP
527 -8-1 NORFOLK 2-6% SG · 1 60 0 6.9 414 SEP-MAY
527 . 8-2 NORFOLK 2-6% (; iOO 125 0 7 875 MAR-JUN
527 . 8-2 NORFOLK 2-6% w 60 125.4 0 7 8n.8 SEP-APR
527 . 8-2 NORFOLK 2-6% SB 35 137.2 0 7 960.4 APR-SEP 15
527 . 8-2 NORFOLK 2-6% WA 1 30 0 7 210 SEP,ARP
527 . 8·3 1NORJ=OLK 2-6% c 100 if5 1-0 6.4 800 MAR-JUN
527 . 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6% w 60 125.4 0 6.4 802.56 SEP-APR
527 . 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6% SB 35 137.2 0 6.4 878.08 APR-SEP 15
527 . 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6% WA 1 30 0 6.4 192 SEP-ARP
527 . 8-4 I NORFOLK 2-6% c 100 125 0 5.4 675 MAR-JUN
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527 . 8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% w 60 125.4 0 5.4 677.16 SEP-APR
527 . 8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% SB 35 137.2 0 5.4 740.88 APR-SEP 15
527 . 8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% WA 1 30 0 5.4 162 SEP-ARP.
527 9-1 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 4.6 230 0 2.01 462.3 MAR-SEP
527 -9-1 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 1 60 0 2.01 120.6 SEP-MAY
TOTALS. 24139.5
· -Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted). or winter annuais foiiow
summer annuals. ·
• Indicates a Crop Rotation
NOTE:. The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while' meeting the N
requirments. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some. eastern counties of NC to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all
nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
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TABLE 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
{Agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached.)
{Required only if operator does not own adequate land. See required specifications 2.)
There are no Acres Leased
-Indicates that this fie!d is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow
summer annuals.
• Indicates a Crop Rotation
• Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in field due to overseeding.
**Lbs AWN (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen less any commercial
nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in TABLES 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE CROP · UNITS . LBS NIUNIT
c CORN BUSHELS 1.25
BP HYBRID BERMUDAGRAS$-I'ASTIJRE TONS 50
SG SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEDED AC. 50
SB SOYBEANS BUSHELS 4
w WHEAT BUSHELS 2.4
WA WINTER ANNUALS AC 100
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TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
ACRES LBSAW
NUSED
sz.ssJ 24, 14o 1
TOTALS:. sz.ssl 24,140 1
AMOUNT OF N PRODUCED: 8,832
-BALANCE -15,308
*** This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to fully utilize the animal waste N
produ~d.
Acres show in each of the preceeding 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
fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres shown in the tables.
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of
sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nurturient rich and will require precautionary
measures to prevent over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production facility
will produce approximately 1420.8 pounds of plant available nitrogen (PAN) per year in the
sludge that will need to be removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when
broadcasting the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well special
equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See the attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soii at the time of
irrigation such that runoff or pending occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture
content, soil structure, soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the time of
irrigation nor should the plant avaiiabie nitrogen appiied exceed the nitrogen needs of the
crop.
Your facility is designed for 180 days.of temporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of once every 5.92 months. In no instance should the volume of
waste being stored in your structure be within i. 58 feet of the top of the dike.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsiblity of the
producer and irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly
irrigate the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. Failure to apply the recommended rates and
amounts of Nitrogen shown in the tables may make this pian invalid.
The following table is provided as a guide for establishing application rates and amounts.
APPLICATION APPLICATION
TRACT FIELD UIL. llr~;;; rono R4.TF lln/hrl AMT (inches} ..... u .... ·-.. ,.
504 -1·1. -1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 0.50 •j
504 1-1, 1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 0.50 •j
527 -2, -l-3, -2-1, -3-l, -3-2, -3 WAGRAM0-6% SG 0.60 •j
527 , 1-2, I.J, 2-1, 3-1. 3-2, 3-3, WAGRAM0-6% BP 0.60 •j
527 -8-2, -8-3, -8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% WA 0.50 •j
527 '8-2, '8-3, '8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% w 0.50 •j
527 -7-1,-7-2,-7-3,-8-1, -9-1 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 0.50 •j
527 '8-2, '8-3, '"8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% SB 0.50 •j
527 '8-2, '8·-3, '8-4 NORFOLK 2-6% c 0.50 •j
527 7-1,7-2.7-3, 8-l, 9-1 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 0.50 •j
527 -5-1,-5-2 FORESTON ALL SG 0.50 •j
527 5-t, 5-2 FORESTON ALL BP 0.50 •j
527 4-! BIBB OCCAS BP O.'f l~ •j
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• This is the maximum application amount allowed for the soil assuming the amount of
nfirogen allowed for the crop is not over applied. In many situations, the application
amount shown cannot be applied because the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil conditions.
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NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
Field information is based on irrigation designs completed by Dr. Ron Sneed on i 2-30-96 and
Mr. Frank Evans on 8-17-01.
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PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application. Any
discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division of Water Quality for every
day the discharge continues.
. 2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land to properly dispose of waste. If the producer
does not own adequate iand to properly dispose of waste, he sha!! provide NRCS with a copy
of a written agreementwith a.landowner who is 111/ithin a reasonable proximity, allowing
him/her the use of the land for waste application for the life expectancy of the production
_facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to secure an update of the Waste
Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land. ·
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the Nitrogen needs for realistic crop
yields based on sciJ type, avajJabJe moisture! historical data, climate conditions, and level of
management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for other
nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (RMS) or
an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no greater .
than 1 0 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where runoff leaves
the field. These filter strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by OEM. (See FOTG
Stantard 393-Filter Strips and Standard 390 Interim Riparian Forest Buffers).
5. 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.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to flooding, it wi!! be soil incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the
waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See 'Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in the NRCS Technical Reference-
Environment file for guidance.) ·
"7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that
runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No pending should occur in order to control conditions
conducive to odor or flies and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen. ·
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with
a high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall
not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a crop on bare soiL
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 residential property boundary
and from any perennial stream or river (other thai an irrigation ditch or cana!. Animal waste
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I other tHan swine waste from facilities sited on or after October 1, 1995), shall not be applied
closer than 25 feet to perenniai waters. (See Standaid 393 = _Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13. Animal Waste shall not be applied closer than 200 feet of dwellings other than those
owned by the landownwer.
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
i:lischarge or by over-spraying. ·Animal waste may be applied to prior converted croplands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist". ·
Animal waste should not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the application 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 vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms,. pipe nuns, etc.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and shaii be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation. .
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon berms
and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage or discharge.
*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 illegal 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 vegetables and other crops for direct
human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption, it should only be applied as a preemergence with no ·ather applications of
animal waste during the crop season .
. . *21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to mark
the maximum storage volume fpr waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least annually
at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate-determining
element. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be monitored and alternative crop sites
shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted for
optimum crop production amd maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept for
five (5) 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 Department of
Agriculture regulations.
• Liquid Systems
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NAME OF FARM: Wseka Fanns Inc. Finishing 82-681
OWNER/MANAGERAGReEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and implement the specifications and the operation and
maintenance precedum.estalished in the approved animal waste utmzation plan for the farm
named lilbcve. I (we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the waste
tl'!latment and/or storage system or constructlon of new fac11Hie5 will require a new utiliution
plan and a new certification to be submiued to OEM before !he new !!!'!!mil!$ are stocked.
I (we) understand that I must own or have acees to equipment, primarily liTigation· equipment,
to land apply the animal waste described in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must
be available a! the epproprla!!! pumping time such that no discharge occurs frOm the lagoon
· In a 25-year 1-clay storm event .. I also certify that the waste wiD be applied on the iand
according to this plan at the appropriate times and at rates that no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FACIFJ 0~. Rr!f' ~::ks
SIGNATURE: f' C::. ~~ DATE: '2 ·1/-/ 0
NAME OF MANAOqR (if different from owner): ___ "----------
please print
SIGNATURE: __________ _ DATE: _______ _
NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: Curtis Barwick
AFFIUA TION:
ADDRESS (AGENCY): 1 P J '""" "? C"!o C.,..~
Clinton, NC 28328
· /l (91 O) 592-qo 9 o
SIGNATURE:_...;(JA.-;::;;__~rk-Jf&..a::;.;.....::..-·..;__~-
Rec>ived Time Feb. 9. 6:13PM
OATE:_...:.,;J.._,_,:..--.:..I.J:::fJ~-
.•
Pagt1d of¢
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PLAN OF ACTION(Poa) FOR HIGH FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
Facility Number. 82-1381 County: -"S""a""m"'p:..:s.;o-'-n'--~--
Facility Name: Weeks Farms Inc. Finishino
Certified Operator Name: ..;.R""y.;:a.:.:n.:.:W:.:.e=.e::.:k:::s'---Operator N urn ber: 17928
1. Current liquid level(s) in inches as measured from the current liquid level in the lagoon to the
lowest point on the top oi the dam foi lagoons witilout spiliways; and from the current iiquid ievei
in the lagoon to the bottom of the spillway for lagoons with spillways.
Lagoon Name/ID:
Lagoon 1 Lagoon 2 Lagoon 3 Lagoon 4 Lagoon 5
1
Spillway(Y or N): N
Level(inches): 15
2. Check all applicable items
____ Liquid level is within the designed strJctural freeboard elevations of me or more structures.
Five and 30 day Plans of Action are attached. Hydraulic and agronomic balan:es are
within acceptable ranges.
X Liquid level is within the 25 year 24 hour storm elevations tor one or more structures. A
30 day Plan of Actioc is attached. Agronomic balance is within acceptable range.
Waste is tD be pumped and hauled to off site loca(ions. Volume and PAN content of waste
----to be ournoed and hauled is reflected ln s~ction Ill tables lncltHiAd withir'l this nlan is a list . ' ------------. ···------···------.-
of the proposed sites with related facility numbers. nl.lmber of acres and receiving crop
infonmation. Contact an:J secure approval from the DWQ prior to transfer of waste to a si:e
not covered in the racmty·s CAWMP.
---,.,.-;.r;_;,.Operation will be partially or fully depopulated .
..s,· •Attach a complete schedule witn corresponding animal units and dates fro depopulation
'if animals are to be moved to another permitted facility, provide facility number, lagoon
freeboard levels and herd population for the receiving faciWy
3. Earliest possible date to begin land applicaiion of waste: 7/512013
I hereby certtly 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.
919-620-1121
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Ju104._1~i. 4. 20i3 1i:49FW~Agsr~ .. EEK·~: FA~:M . ; . 910590074 fl.:.. 215 7
II. TOTAL POUNDS OF PAN STORED WITHIN STRUCTURAL FREEBOARD AND/OR 25 YR./24
HR. STORIV! STORAGE ELEVATIONS IN ALL WASTE STRUCTURES FOR FACILITY
1. Structure 10: linem= 2525.6 lb PAN
2. Structure 10: linem = lbPAN
3. Structure ID: linem = lb PAN
4. Structure ID: line m = lb PAN
5. Structure 10: line m = lb PAN
6. Structure ID: linem = lbPAN
n. lines 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 = 2525.6 lb PAN
2
Ill. TOTAL PAN BALANCE REMAINING FOR AVAILABLE CROPS DURING 30 DAY DRAW DOWN
PERIOD DO NOT LIST FIELDS TO WHICH PAN CANNOT BE APPLIED DURING THIS 30 DAY PERIOD
o_ trl!Cl # p field# q. crop r. acres s. remaining IRR t. TOTAL P4N u. ap~llcatb:1 window 1
2 PAN Oal;;onceo BALANCE ~OR
(lbf~cre) FIELD {lb&.J
column r x s
527 1 bermuda 12.30 205.00 2521.5 MAR-SEP
CnA "v~ 1 berr.mda 11.10 230.00 2553.0 MAR-SEP
527 2 bermuda 2.60 205.00 533.0 MAR·SEP
527 3 bermuda 15.10 205.00 3095.5 MAR-SEP
527 4 bermuda 2.80 135.00 378.0 MAR·SEP
527 5 bermuda 600 225.00 1350.0 M,.O.,R-SEP
527 7 bermuda 15.00 230.00 3450.0 MAR·SEP
527 8 bermuda 6.90 230.00 1567 0 MAR·SEP
527 9 bermuda 2.01 230.00 462.3 MAR·SEP
1 State current crop ending apphcatron date or next crop appt;catlon beg1nn;ng date for available
receiving crops durtng 30 day draw down period.
v. Total PAN available for all fields (sum of column t) =
IV. FACILITY'S PoA OVERALL PAN BALANCE
w. Total PAN to be land applied (line n from section II)"'
PoA (30 Day) 2/21100
15930.3 lb. PAN
2525 S lb. PAN
. ..
'•.:. :·
' ·\.·
~. .
; . ,;..~.~::.~ \~ :.~t~;~~~
Jui04.Jul. 4. 2(;13 i'r:5:)f'I/;Ags,WEE.C F.;~:M 910590074 il·:·. 2i57 ' i. ..i . ,.
x. Crop's remaining PAN balance (line v from section Ill)=
y. Overall PAN balance {w • x)"
15930.3 lb. PAN
---·.:.13:..4:.:0.:..5 lb. PAN
Line y must ,;how as a deficit. If line y does not show as a deficit, list course of action here including pump and
haul, depopulation, herd reduction. etc. For pump & haul and herd reduction options. recalculate new PAN
based on new inform-ation. if new fieids are to be included as an option for lOWering lagoon level, add these
fields to the PAN balance table and recalculate the overail PAN balance. If animal wasle is to be ha\.lled to
another permitted faciliiY. provide information regarding the herd population and lagoon freebcard ievels allhe
receivin facilit .
Irrigation onto existing spray t1elds Will continue as weatl'.er ana field conditions permit
PoA (30 Day) 2/21100
'. ',·,
·' ;
910590074 N.:.. 2i57 i' 4'
PLAN OF ACTION (PoA) FOR HIGJJ FREEBOARD AT ANIMAL FACILITIES
30 DAY DRAW DOWN P!;R!OD
I. TOTAL PAN TO BE LAND APPLIED PER WASTE STRUCTURE
1. Structure Namelldenlifier (I D): 1
2. Current liquid volume in 25 yr./24 hr. storm storage & structural freeboard
a. current liquid level according to marker
b. designed 25 yr./24 hr. storm & structural freeboard
c. line b-line a (inches in red zone) =
d. top of diKe surface area according to design
(area at below structural freeboard elevation)
e. line c/12 x lined x 7.48 gallons/It,
3. Projected volume of waste liquid produced during drav.' down period
f. temporary storage period according to struc!Ural design
g. volume of waste produced according to structural design
..___ _ _.:.15::.;·;;.,0linches
c_ _ _..:.19"'-.::<Jolinches
____ 4.;;·.:..0 inches
23a3ooltt'
57 4215 gallons
...._ _ __;1c::c80""jdays
126597111'
h. current herd # I 3840 I certified nerd #Lj ---=3~B4.:.;o:.Jj
actual waste oroduced current hend # x line g
certified herd#
1. volume o~ wash water according to structural design
j. excess ratnfall aver evaporati<m according to design
k. (lines h + i + j) x 7.4S x 30 days/Jine f=
4. Total PAN to be land applied during draw down period
1. current waste analysis dated 3/11120131
m. ((lines e + k)/1000) x line I=
REPEAT SECTION I FOR EACH WASTE STRUCTURE ON SITE.
(Click on the next Structure tab shown below)
PoA(30 o.,y) 2121100
126597 ft'
83165111'
140000jft'
436037 gallons
'---------"-2.~50'-'jlbs/1 000 gel.
2525.6 lbs. PAN
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
Saturday, February 06, 2010 itk ~j .) -~--/ r
Producer : Weeks Farms, Inc.
Fann Name : Weeks Farms Inc. Finishing 82-681
P 0 Box 787
Dunn,NC 23335
Telephone#: [phone]
Type of Operation : Feeder to Finish Swine
Number of Animals : 3840 hogs design capacity
Application Method: Irrigation
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified rate to prevent
pollution of surface and/or groundwater. The plant nutrients in the animal waste should be
used to reduce the amount of commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where
waste is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the limiting nutrient.
Waste should be analyzed before each application cycle. Annual soil tests are strongly
encouraged so that all plant nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be
grown.
Several factors are important in implementing your waste utilization plan in order to maximize
the fertilizer value of the waste and to ensure that it is applied in an environmentally safe
manner. Always apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
contents of the waste. Do not app!y more nitrogen than the crop can utilize. Sci! types are
important as they have different infiltration rates, leaching potentials, cation exchange
capacities, and avaialable water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to
land eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special pre-cautions, waste may
be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per acre per year. Do not apply waste on
saturated soils, when it is raining, or when the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions
may result in runoff to surface waters which is not allowed under OEM regulations. Wind
conditions should also be considered to avoid drift and downwind odor problems. To
maximize the value of the nutrients for crop production and to reduce the potential for
poiiuiion, ihe waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare ground not more
than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or disking will conserve nutrients and
reduce odor problems. This plan is based on waste application through irrigation for this is
the manner in which you have chosen to apply your waste. If you choose to inject the waste
in the future, you need to revise this pian. Nutrient ieveis for injecting waste and irrigating
waste 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 \.&~aste analysis report
from your waste management facility. Attached you will find information on proper sampling
techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to the lab for ananlysis. This waste
utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements for compliance with 15A NCAC
2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental Management Commission.
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AMOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
3840 hogs X 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year= 7296 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
3840 hogs X 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/year = 8832 PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job. You should plan time and have appropriate
equipment to apply the waste in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on the crop to be grown,
soil type and suface application.
TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
TRACT FIELD SOIL TYPE &CLASS-
DETERMINING PHASE
CROP
CODE
YIELD LBS AW COMM ACRES
NIACRE NIACRE
LBS AW APPLIC.
USED TIME
527 1-1 WAGRAM 0-6% c
w
SB
WA
c
88 90.2 0
527 1-1 WAGRAM 0-6% ·--------------.
527 1-1 WAGRAM 0-6%
527 1-1 WAGRAM 0-6% ----.. ··--· -------
504 1-1 .NORFOLK 2-6% ------------------
504 'II 1-1
504 1-1
1-1
1-2
.-1-2
NORFOLK 2-6%
NORFOLK 2-6%
NORFOLK 2-6%
WAGRAM0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
504
527
527
504 1-2 NORFOLK 2-6%
w
SB
WA
BP
SG
c
39
23
1
138
60
35
4.1
1
91.26
90.62
30
131.1
125.4
137.2
30
205
60
138 131.1
504 1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% W 60 125.4 ---------
504 !• 1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% SB 35 137.2 ,. -·---------1-----------------------------------------504 1• 1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% WA 30
527 1-3
527 :-1-3
527 2-1
527 -2-1
527 3-1
527 -3-1
527 3-2
527 ·-3-2
527 '• -----·
527
3-3
3-3
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
WAGRAM 0-6%
527
527
527
527
,• 3-3 WAGRAM 0-6%
·• 3-3 WAGRAM 0-6%
527 ------·---·-.
527 ;•
3-4 WAGRAM 0-6%
3-4 WAGRAM 0-6%
3-4
3-4
527 4-1
WAGRAM0-6%
,BIBB OCCAS ------------------
BP 4.1 --·so____ 1
BP 4.1
SG
BP 4.1
SG
BP
SG
4.1
1
88
39
205
60
205
60
205
60
205
60
90.2
91.26
c
w
SB
WA
c
w
23 90.16
1 30
88 90.2
39 91.26
SB 23 90.16
WA
BP 2.7 .. --------
SG 1
30
135
60
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0 . ___ 527_ .. r 4-1 _ ·BIBB OCCAS
:__ __ 3~7____;. _ 5-1 ___ f()RESTCJN ALL
·---------. ·------
527 ·-5-1 ~FORESTON AU~. ---------
527
527
527
527
527
527
527
5-2 FORESTON ALL
-5-2 FORESTON ALL
7-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
7-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
7-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
7-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
:• 7-2 ;NORFOLK 2-6%
BP 4.5 225
60 SG 1
BP
SG
c
w
58
WA
c
4.5 225
60
138 131.1
60 125.4
35 137.2
1 30
138 131.1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
;r ~~:~F~:~-~~~N
44
1
1 362.48 APR-SEP 1S
120 SEP-ARP
5.2!
5.2J
5.2!
' 5.2!
sl
51
' 591
5.91·-
5.9
-.
5.9
3.3
3.3
2.6
26i
2.9l
'
681.72 FEB 15-JUN
652.08 SEP-APR
713.44 APR-SEP 15
156 SEP-ARP
1025 MAR-SEP
300 SEP-MAY
773.49 FEB 15-JUN
739.86 SEP-APR
809.48•APR-SEP 15
177 SEP-ARP
676.5 MAR-SEP
198, SEP-MAY
533· MAR-SEP
156 SEP-MAY
594.5 MAR-SEP
2.9! 17.4 SEP-MAY
4.4j 902 _ MAR-SEP
4.4!' 264 SEP-MAY
5.3 478.06, FEB 15-JUN
5 3j 483.678 . SEP-APR
5.3: 477.848 APR-SEP 15
' 5.3: 159 SEP-ARP
2 5j 225.5 FEB 15-JUN
2.5: 228.15 SEP-APR
2.5J 225.4 APR-SEP 15
2.5 75 SEP-ARP
·-·· ----·
2.8 378 MAR-SEP
2.8
2
2
41
'
168 SEP-MAY
450 MAR-SEP
120 SEP-MAY
900 MAR-SEP
4! 240 SEP-MAY
2.57; 336.927 FEB 15-JUN
' 2.57; 322.278 SEP-APR
2.57~ 352 604 APR-SEP 15
2.57J 77.1 SEP-ARP
7.41! 971.451 FEB 15-JUN
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527 7-2 ·NORFOLK 2-6%
,-----;,52:;:;7,-· --7~2--·NaRFOLK -2-6%
' ---527 -·---7-T-NORFOLK 2:6%
. -------------
527 7-3 NORFOLK 2-6%
. --------------------
527 7-3 ~NORFOLK 2-6%
527 7-3 -~NORFOLK 2-6%
__ __)____ --------
527 7-3 NORFOLK 2-6% ---------
527 8-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
~-527.. ,~ B-1 . -:NORFOLK-2-s•,i,----
------
527 8-2 'NORFOLK 2-6%
527 6=2 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 B-2 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 B-2 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 8-3 NORFOLK 2-6% -----·· -----------
527 '• 8-4 , ... 527--8-4" !NORFOLK 2-6%
-NORFOLK 2-6%
527 8=4 iNORFOLK 2-6%
527 8-4 •NORFOLK 2-6%
527 9-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 9-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 9-1 NORFOLK 2-6%
527 9-1 •NORFOLK 2-6%
w 60 125.4
SB
WA
c
w
SB
WA
BP
35 137.2
1 30
138 131.1
60 125.4 ---------·· --------35 137.2:
1 30
4.6 230 ----SG-.. 1 60
c
w
SB
WA
c
w
SB
WA
c
w
SB
WA
c
w
SB
WA
138 131.1
60 125 4
35 137.2
1 30
138 131.1
60 125.4
35 137.2
30
138 131.1
60 125.4
35 137.2
30
138 131.1
60 125.4
35 137.2
1 30
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
741j 929214_ SEP-APR
74111016.65-APR-SEP 15
7.41 1 222.3, SEP-ARP
5 11 S68.6·i· FEB-15-JUN
5.11 639.54 SEP-APR
~-~ 699; ~~,A~~:=~15
o. 'I 1 :l.J o:>cr-Mnr-
6.9 1587 MAR-SEP
6.9
7
_1 414 SEP-MAY
917.7 FEB 15-JUN
77711 :~~ ! A~~~~:~ 5
210 SEP-ARP
64! 839.04. FEB 1 5-JUN
6.4i 802.56 SEP-APR
64j 878.08 APR-SEP 15
6 41 192 SEP-ARP
541
1
707.94 FEB 15-JUN
54 677.16-SEP=APR
5.4 740.88 APR-SEP 15
162 SEP-ARP 541
0 .. i.o1 I 263.51 1 FEB 1 5-JUN
0 2.D1] 252.054 SEP-APR
0 2.01 1
1 275.772 APR-SEP 15
0 2.01 60.3 SEP-ARP '· TOTALS: 20815.3
-Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow
summer annuals.
* Indicates a Crop Rotation
NOTE: The applicator is cautioned that P and K may be over applied while meeting the N
requirments. Beginning in 1996 the Coastal Zone Management Act will require farmers in
some eastern counties of NC to have a nutrient management plan that addresses all
nutrients. This plan only addresses Nitrogen.
Page 3 of 11
TABLE 2: ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(Agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached.)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate land. See required specifications 2.)
There are no Acres Leased
-Indicates that this field is being overseeded (i.e. interplanted) or winter annuals follow
summer annuals.
* Indicates a Crop Rotation
* Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in field due to overseeding.
**Lbs AW N (animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen less any commercial
nitrogen (COMM N) supplied.
The following legend explains the crop codes used in TABLES 1 and 2 above:
CROP CODE CROP UNITS LBS N/UNIT
'c :CORN BUSHELS 1.25
BP-----: HYBRID SERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE TONS 50
,SG . SMALL GRAIN OVERSEEOED AC 50
~-SOYBEANS BUSHELS 4
IW WHEAT BUSHELS 2.4
WA WINTER ANNUALS AC 100
Page 4 of 11
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
ACRES
TABLE 1 _I -_ s2.ssJ
LBSAW
NUSED
20,815
TOTALS: 92.69. 20,815
----· ----·-----~----
AMOUNT OF N PRODUCED:
-BALANCE
8,832
-11,983
-This number must be !ess than or equal to 0 in order to fully utilize the animal waste N
produced.
Acres show in each of the preceeding 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 fields listed may, and most likely will be, more than the acres shown in the tables.
NOTE: The Waste Utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic land application of
sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be nurturient rich and will require precautionary
measures to prevent over application of nutrients or other elements. Your production facility
will produce approximately 1420.8 pounds of plant available nitrogen (PAN) per year in the
sludge that will need to be removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when
broadcasting the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well special
equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See the attached map showing the fields to be used for the utilization of waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of the soil at the time of
irrigation such that runoff or pending occurs. This rate is limited by initial soil moisture
content, soil structure, soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not exceed the available water holding capacity of the soil at the time of
ir-rin<:::~finn nt"\r' c-hn.t 1lrl fh.o. nl~nf "!l\1-::lljl~hl.o. Mifrnn.o.n '"llnnJio.rl .O.Vl"'t::r..C.rl fh.c. nifrnn.c.n noofic:: nf fh0
Ill I~ULIUI I 11 .... 1 o,;JI IV .... IU ~I ..... tJir;;.lll~ gygug...-1 .... IIlLI Vl:f"VII '""'1'-'t-'II .... 'I.A '-'"""""''-'""' ~I, .... I UU .... ~ .... ,I I'""'"'"""" ""' ~~ , ...
crop.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage and the temporary storage must
be removed on the average of once every 5.92 months. In no instance should the volume of
waste being stored in your structure be within 1.58 feet of the top of the dike.
If surface irrigation is the method of land application for this plan, it is the responsiblity of the
producer and irrigation designer to ensure that an irrigation system is installed to properly
irrigate the acres shown in Tables 1 and 2. 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.
APPLICATION APPLICATION
TRACT FIELD SOIL TYPE CROP RATE (in/hr) AMT (inches)
,504 '1-1, '1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% SB 0.50 "1
l~~-'1-1, •t-2 NORFOLK 2-6% w 0.50 "1
504 -1-1,-1-2 NORFOLK 2-6% WA 0.50 "1
504 'I-I' 'l-2 NORFOLK 2-6% c 0.50 "1
527 . '7-2, '7-3, •&-2. '8-3. ·s-4. NORFOLK 2-6% c 0.50 "1
1527 4·1 BIBB OCCAS BP 0.00 "1 '-.
[527 -4-1 BIBB OCCAS SG 0.00 "1
;527 5-l, 5-2 FORESTON ALL BP 0.50 "1 ~27 8-1 NORFOLK 2-6% BP 0.50 "1
;527 -1·1,-J.J,-3-4 WAGRAM0-6% WA 0.60 "1
;527 . •7-2, •7-3, ·8-2, ·8-3, •8-4, NORFOLK 2-6% SB 0.50 "1
:527 -8·1 NORFOLK 2-6% SG 0.50 "1
527 . •7-2, •7-J, •&-2, •8-J, •S-4, NORFOLK 2-6% w 0.50 "1
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I ~=~-F':>-~:3.-B-2.~s~.-~s-l!NO~F_9_Li<_2:6% ~PA !I 0.50 ·1
J527 -----t 1-2. 1-3, 2-!. 3-!. 3-2 ~"!AGP .. ll,M 0-6% ,... 0.60 ~1
[527 -·---~:_;:.:;,_~3:·;3_. AGRAM a-6% ~c__:j o.6o ·1
~---•!-1,"3-3,•3-4 ·--WAGRAM0:6% SSGB --1-0.60 "1
~--~~~ -~.:__-~~~· -_3-1. -~=2 w~_~RA~-~~% o.so ·1
J527 '1-1, 'J-3, '3-4 AGRAM D-6% W l 0.60 *1
!527-_,_,:~s-2 Foiiesi'oN ALL sG o.5o ·1
* 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 the nitrogen limitation. The maximum
application amount shown can be applied under optimum soil conditions.
Page 6 of 11
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION
Field information is based on irrigation designs completed by Dr. Ron Sneed on 12-30-96
and Mr. Frank Evans on 8-17-01.
Page 7 of 11
PLANS & SPECIFICATIONS
1. Animal waste shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff, drift, manmade
conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge during operation or land application. Any
discharge of waste which reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are subject
to assessment of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division of Water Quality for every
day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have documentation in the design folder that the producer either
owns or has long term access to adequate land to properly dispose of waste. If the producer
does not own adequate iand to properly dispose oi waste, he shaii provide NRCS with a copy
of a written agreement with a landowner who is within a reasonable proximity, allowing
him/her the use of the land for waste application for the life expectancy of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility to secure an update of the Waste
Utilization Plan when there is a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the Nitrogen needs for realistic
crop yields based on soil type, available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that restrict the rate of application for
other nutrients.
4. Animal waste may be applied to land that has a Resource Management System (RMS) or
an Alternative Conservation System (ACS). If an ACS is used the soil loss shall be no
greater than 10 tons per acre per year and appropriate filter strips will be used where runoff
leaves the field. These filter strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by DEM. (See
FOTG Stantard 393-Filter Strips and Standard 390 Interim Riparian Forest Buffers).
5. 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.
6. \lJhen animal waste is to be appiied on acres subject to fiooding, it wiii be soii incorporated
on conventionally tilled cropland. When applied to conservation tilled crops or grassland, the
waste may be broadcast provided the application does not occur during a season prone to
flooding. (See "Weather and Climate in North Carolina" in the NRCS Technical Reference-
Environment fi!e for guidance.)
*7. Liquid waste shall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil infiltration rate such that
runoff does not occur offsite or to surface waters and in a method which does not cause drift
from the site during application. No ponding should occur in order to control conditions
conducive to odor or flies and to provide uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste shall not be applied to saturated soils, during rainfall events, or when the
surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in such a manner that the crop is
not covered with waste to a depth that would inhibit growth.
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for spring planted crops on soils with
a high potential for leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils should be held to a
minimum and a suitable winter cover crop planted to take up released nutrients. Waste shall
not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a crop on bare soil.
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 residential property boundary
and from anv oerenn!a! stream or river (other that an irriaation ditch or canal. Anima! \.AJaste
Page 8 of 11
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.
1 ~ Anim~l W~!:tl=l c:.h::all nnt hQ !:!!nnlijQ.n rlnc::Pr th:=tn ?00 fP.P.t nf tiWP.flinn~ other than those .................. ··--·-........................ -,..,... ......... -·---· ···-·· ------------------~------------
owned by the landownwer.
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 croplands
provided they have been approved as a land application site by a "technical specialist".
Animal waste should not be applied on grassed waterways that discharge directly into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the application causes no runoff or
drift from the site.
*16. Domestic and industrial waste from washdown facilities, showers, toilets, sinks, etc.,
shaii not be discharged into the animal waste management system.
*17. A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be established on all disturbed areas
(lagoon embankments, berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation shall be
provided for these areas and shall be fenced, as necessary, to protect the vegetation.
Vegetation such as trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to areas where
considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be kept mowed and accessible. Lagoon berms
and structures should be inspected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage or discharge.
*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 illegal 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 vegetables and other crops for
direct human consumption. However, if animal waste is used on crops for direct human
consumption, it should only be applied as a preemergence with no other applications of
animal waste during the crop season.
*21. Highly visible markers shall be installed to mark the top and bottom elevations of the
temporary storage (pumping volume) of all waste treatment lagoons. Pumping shall be
managed to maintain the liquid level between the markers. A marker will be required to mark
the maximum storage volume fpr waste storage ponds.
22. Waste shall be tested within 60 days of utilization and soil shall be tested at least
annually at crop sites where waste products are applied. Nitrogen shall be the rate-
determining element. Zinc and copper levels in the soils shall be monitored and alternative
crop sites shall be used when these metals approach excessive levels. pH shall be adjusted
for optimum crop production amd maintained. Soil and waste analysis records shall be kept
for five (5) 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 Department of
Agriculture regulations.
• Liquid Systems
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Feb cfeb .. 5. 20181" 2 40Aflt WEfKS FARM page 12 No. 5182 P. 2/2
NAME OF FARM: Weaks Farms Inc. Finishing 82-681
OWNER I MANAGE!t AGREEMENT
I (we) under~>tand and will follow and Implement tho specifications and the operation ar~d
maintenance precedures estallshed In the approved animal waste utilization plan for the farm
named above. I (we) know that llny expansion to the exiSUng design capacity of the waste
treatment and/or storage system or construction of new facilities will require a new utilization
plan encla new certification to be eubmitted to OEM before the new animals are stocked.
I (we) undenstand that I must own or have aCQSs to equipment, primarily Irrigation eqUipment.
to land apply the animal waste describ.ed in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must
be available at the appropriate pumping lime such that no discharge occurs from the lagoon
in a 25-year 1-day stonn event. I also certify that the waste will be applied on the land
according to this plan at lhe appropriate limes and at rates that no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FACILITY OWNER: WeekiJ Farms, Inc.
SIGNATURE; /?tf.,.;/;-~ DATE: :l.-5"" -r V 7
NAME OF MANAGER (If different from owner): tJ1M /-e fen e--.!
~~I please print
SIGNATURE: &i DATI:: 2 · S" -If
NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIAliST: Curtis Barwlc:k
AFFILIATION: Barwick Ag Services
ADDRESS"(AGENCYj: 103 Co11ntry Cl11b Circle
SIGNATURE: DATE:__;2;..;;:_-_,.t"---·-"-/~"'----
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 1
PRODUCER: Ryan Weeks
LOCATION: Route 1 Box 66
August 21, 1996
Dunn· NC 28334
TELEPHONE: [phone]
TYPE OPERATION: Feeder to Finish Swine
RECEIVED
DEC 18 2DIIi I OENR-FA~llfREG!ONALOffiCE,
NUMBER OF ANIMALS: 3840 hogs design capacity \J--lo~ 1
, .. '
The waste from your animal facility must be land applied at a specified
:::-ate to prevent pollution ·of surface and/or groundwater. The plant
nutrients in the animal waste should be used to reduce the amount of
commercial fertilizer required for the crops in the fields where waste
is to be applied. This waste utilization plan uses nitrogen as the
limiting nutrient. Waste should be analyzed before each application
cycle. An~ual soil tests are strongly encouraged so that all plant
nutrients can be balanced for realistic yields of the crop to be grown.
Several factors are· important in implementing your waste utilization
plan in order to maximize the fertilizer value of the waste and to
"!nsure that it is applied in an environmentally safe manner. Always
apply waste based on the needs of the crop to be grown and the nutrient
content of the waste. Do not apply more nitrogen than the crop can,
utilize. Soil types are important as they have different infilitration
rates, leaching rotentials, cation exchange capacities, and available
water holding capacities. Normally waste shall not be applied to land
eroding at greater than 5 tons per acre per year. With special pre-
cautions, wast~-~ay be applied to land eroding at up to 10 tons per
acre per year .. Po not apply waste on saturated soils, when it is
raining, or when· the surface is frozen. Either of these conditions
may result in ra~off to surface waters which is not allowed under DEM
regulations. Wind conditions should also be considered to avoid drift
and downwind odor problems. To maximize the value of the nutrients
for crop production and to reduce the potential for pollution, the
waste should be applied to a growing crop or applied to bare ground
not more than 30 days prior to planting. Injecting the waste or
disking will co~serve nutrients and reduce odor problems.
The estimated acres needed to apply the animal waste is based on
typical nutrient content for this type of facility. Acreage require-
ments should be·.based on the waste analysis report from your waste
management facility. Attached you will find information on proper
sampling techniques, preparation, and transfer of waste samples to
the lab for analysis.
This waste utilization plan, if carried out, meets the requirements
for compliance with 15A NCAC 2H.0217 adopted by the Environmental
Management Commission.
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WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 2
~MOUNT OF WASTE PRODUCED PER YEAR (gallons, ft3, tons, etc.)
3840 hogs x 1.9 tons waste/hogs/year = 7296 tons
AMOUNT OF PLANT AVAILABLE NITROGEN (PAN) PRODUCED PER YEAR
3840 hogs x 2.3 lbs PAN/hogs/ye~r = 8832 lbs. PAN/year
Applying the above amount of waste is a big job.
and have appropriate equipment to apply the waste
You should plan time
in a timely manner.
The following acreage will be needed for waste application based on
the crop to be grown, soil type and surface application.
'
TRACT
-.?7C!
327S
327S
:>27S
'i27S
)27S
<27S
<27S
2.7S
~7S
2'78
278
278
278
liS
11'5
NOTE:
while
FIELD
WASTE UTILIZATION ~ -AN
TABLE 1: ACRES OWNED BY PRODUCER
SOIL TYPE & CLASS-CROP YIELD LB8
DETERMINING PHASE CODE AW N
PAGE 3
COMM N ** * LB8
PER ACRES AW
PER AC AC USED
; , T.T'J\ rt '7\ ... ' n-ri-
1-1 ~.c·
WAGRAM 0-6'6'
1-2
I
WAGRAM 0-6'6'
1-3
Is !FORESTON ALL
j-s
16 1 FORESTON l'.LL I
j-6
17 I NORFOLK 2 6%
1-7
NORFOLK 2-6-o
,-8
I
9 I NtRF~LR .2 -(,CJc
""q
d' E.ND In 1.cates that this field
The applicator is cautioned
meeting the N requirments.
lllP
lqGP 11 160
ISGP 11 160
ISGP 11 160
IBP ,2.25 1112.5
18GP 11 160
IBP 1-. ..... ,.... ,L; . .G::> 1112.5
18GP 11 160
IBP 13 1150
18GP 11 160
18GP 11 160
I BP I~ 1'·5'~
js G-P
' I
\CcC'
is being l'"'\'t1".,. .......... ,..., ....... ~ ..... ....:. ..... v.._.~-o=~c:;c:;ucu.
that P and K may be
Beginning in 1996 the
PvtJ
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APPLIC.
TIME
1
28.0 13850
APR-SEP
128.0 11680
SEP-FEB
' ,:----
1196.25
APR-SEP
,8.7 1522 SEP-FEB
3575
APR-SEP
126.0 11560
SE,P-FEB
,2.0 1225 APR-SEP
12.0 1120 SEP-FEB
112.0 113!:>0
APR-SEP
112.0 1720 SEP-FEB
~~" ~~.2C'JC P
APR-SEP
l~~c 13-3'6 ~ \ l..,;o.C
8EP-FEB
6150
APR-SEP
141.0 12460
SEP-FEB
J r' '-1300 pVIJ APR-SEPT p,~
J..o JI~O p\lll . 5£;-VT-HJV.
'TOTAL .ll'rt!~tt.?f
over applied
Coastal Zone
c·lanagement Act will require farmers in some eastern counties of NC to
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 4
have a nutrient management plan that addresses all nutrients. This
plan only addresses Nitrogen.
TABLE 2 : ACRES WITH AGREEMENT OR LONG TERM LEASE
(agreement with adjacent landowners must be attached)
(Required only if operator does not own adequate
· land. see required "specification 2.)
TRACT IFIELDI SOIL TYPE & CLASS--· -----·-!CROP IYIELDI LBS ICOMM Nl ** I* T.RS
*
DETERMINING PHASE CODE AW N PER ACRES AW
PER AC AC USED
':. -------... APPLIC
. TIME
END
TOTAL 0
=======
Indicates that this field is being overseeded. If overseeded small
grain is used for HAY, careful management is required to ensure that
small grain does not suppress coastal bermudagrass. This suppres-
sion could lead to loss of stand and result in less nitrogen being
utilized by coastal bermudagrass as a result of reduced yields,-
Acreage figures may exceed total acreage in fields due to
overseeding.
"'"' lbs AW N ·{·animal waste nitrogen) equals total required nitrogen
less any commercial nitrogen (COMM N) supplied . . ~ ..
:·he following legend ··explains the crop codes used in tables 1 and 2 above:
LBS N
CROP CODE CROP UNITS PER UNIT
.
BP HYBRID BERMUDAGRASS-PASTURE TONS 50
SGP SMALL GRAIN-PASTURE 60
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WASTE UTILIZATION ~LAN
TOTALS FROM TABLES 1 AND 2
ACRES LBS AW N USED
TABLE 1 ~~~:~ /) \1)
>!4!084.>!5 ,2HI6tt. :l.
TABLE 2 0 0
TOTAl> 1>!3. 3 2 4 !0s 4. ils ~~w8lf. ';L 1~3 d 1''-'P
AMOUNT 0 F N PRODUCED 8832
* ** BALANCE -15952.25
-~~~~ 1'\11
This number must be less than or equal to 0 in order to
fully utilize the animal waste N produced.
PAGE 5
Acres shown in each of the preceding 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
ruLL appL1cation ~ates due to equipment limitations. Actual total
acres in the fielcs listed may, and most likely will be, more than
the acres shown in the tables.
NOTE: The Waste '·utilization Plan must contain provisions for periodic
land application~6f sludge at agronomic rates. The sludge will be
nutrient rich and will require precautionary measures to prevent
over application .;o:f' nutrients or other elements. Your production
facility will produce approximately 1420.8 pounds of plant
available nitrogen per year in the sludge that will need to be
removed on a periodic basis. This figure is PAN when broadcasting
the sludge. Please be aware that additional acres of land, as well
special equipment, may be needed when you remove this sludge.
See attached map .. showing the fields to be used for the utilization of
waste water.
APPLICATION OF WASTE BY IRRIGATION
The irrigation application rate should not exceed the intake rate of
the soil at the time of irrigation such that runoff or pending occurs.
This rate is limited by initial soil moisture content, soil structure,
soil texture, water droplet size, and organic solids. The application
amount should not ·~xceed the available 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.
Your facility is designed for 180 days of temporary storage
and t:he temporary storage must be removed on the average of once every
6 months. In no instance should the volume of waste being scored in
your structure be within 1.7 feet of the top of the dike.
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN PAGE 6
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 irrigate the acres
shown in Tables 1 and 2. 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 waste.
NARRATIVE OF OPERATION: '!here is more than enough land to pump waste on this
tract. Coastal nob yet sprigged on field B. All land grazed which cuts expected yields
by 25~. Pv.Q · . ~ Isdlf. Buffers and odd =mers ha.ve been liberally taken out so there is no
NOTE: PLAN AMENDED TO ADD PULLS ON LAND THAT WAS PURCHASED ADJACENT TO FIELD 7.
Coastal iri.fld. #8 now established.
(Pen and ink changes were made in original plan.) f'viJ 9-/1-tf1-
'; '~
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WASTE UTILIZATION ~LAN
Plans and Specifications
PAGE 7
1. Animal waste·. shall not reach surface waters of the state by runoff,
drift, manmade conveyances, direct application, or direct discharge
during operation or land application. Any discharge of waste which
reaches surface water is prohibited. Illegal discharges are subject
to assessment"of civil penalties of $10,000 per day by the Division
of Environmental Management for every day the discharge continues.
2. The Field Office must have-documentation in the design folder that
the producer ;:either has owns or has long term· access to adequate
land to properly dispose. of was.te. If the producer does not own
adequate land ··to properly dispose of waste, he shall provide NRCS
with a copy of a written agreement with a landowner who is within
a reasonable;proximity, allowing him/her the use of the land for
waste applic3tion for the· life expectancy of the production
facility. It is the responsibility of the owner of the facility
to secure an update of the Waste Utilization Plan when there is
a change in the operation, increase in the number of animals,
method of utilization, or available land.
'·
3. Animal waste shall be applied to meet, but not exceed, the
Nitrogen needs for realistic crop yields based on soil type,
available moisture, historical data, climate conditions, and
level of management, unless there are regulations that
restrict the rate of application for other nutrients.
4. Animal waste ·may be applied to land that has a Resource
Management System (RMS) or an Alternative Conservation System
(ACS). If an:-ACS is used the soil loss shall be no greater
than 10 tons~.per acre per year and appropriate filter strips
will be used~where runoff leaves the field. These filter
strips will be in addition to "Buffers" required by DEM.
(See FOTG Standard 393 -Filter Strips and Standard 390
Interim Ripa~ian Forest Buffers).
' 5. Odors can be"reduced by injecting the waste or disking after
waste application. Waste should not be applied '-"hen the
wind is blowing.
6. When animal waste is to be applied on acres subject to
flooding, it"will be soil incorporated on conventionally
tilled cropl~nd. When applied to conservation tilled crops
or grassland, the waste may be broadcast provided the
application doe·s not occur during a season prone LO
flooding. (S~e "Weather and Climate in North Carolina'' in
the NRCS Technical Reference -Environment file for guidance.
7. Liquid waste·.~hall be applied at rates not to exceed the soil
infiltration-rate such that runoff does noc occur offsite or
to surface waters and in a method which does nor. cause drift
from the site'during application. No ponding should occur
in order to control conditions conducive to odor or flies
and to provi?e uniformity of application.
8. Animal waste'shall not be applied to saturated soils, during
rainfall events, or when the surface is frozen.
9. Animal waste shall be applied on actively growing crops in
such a manner that no more than 20 to 25 percent of the leaf
area is covered.
WASTE UTILIZATION PLAN
10. Waste nutrients shall not be applied in fall or winter for
spring planted crops on soils with a high potential for
leaching. Waste nutrient loading rates on these soils
should be held to a minimum and a suitable winter cover
crop planted:to take up released nutrients. Waste shall
not be applied more than 30 days prior to planting of a
crop on bare'soil.
11. Animal waste-shall not be <1-PPlied closer than·2s feet to
surface water: This distance may be reduced for waters that
are not perennial provided adequate vegetative filter strips
are present.· (See Standard 393 -Filter Strips)
12. Animal waste;.'shall not be applied closer than 100 feet to wells.
13 ~ ~...nimal waste ··shall not be· applied closer than 200 feet of
dwellings other than those owned by the landowner.
14. Waste shall be applied in a manner not to reach other
property and public right-of ways.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
. 20.
Animal waste(shall not be discharged into surface wasters,
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 should not be
applied on grassed waterways that discharge into water
courses, except when applied at agronomic rates and the
application ceuses no runoff or drift from the site.
Domestic andi;.industrial waste from washdown facilities,
showers, toile~s, sinks, etc., shall not be discharged into
the animal w~s;:<e management system.
Lagoons and ogher uncovered waste containment structures
must maintain a maximum operating level to provide adequate
storage for a 25-year, 24-hour storm event in addition to
one (1) foot mandatory freeboard.
A protective cover of appropriate vegetation will be
established on all disturbed areas (lagoon embankments,
berms, pipe runs, etc.). If needed, special vegetation
shall be pro•Jided for these areas and shall be fenced, as
necessary, to protect the vegetation. Vegetation such as
trees, shrubs, and other woody species, etc. are limited to
areas where considered appropriate. Lagoon areas should be
kept mowed aria accessible. Lagoon berms and structures
should be in§pected regularly for evidence of erosion, leakage
or discharge.·
If animal production at the facility is to be suspended or
terminated, the owner is responsible for obtaining and imple-
menting a ''clcisure plan'' which will eliminate the possibility
of an illegaL'discharge, pollution and erosion.
Waste handlirlt structures, piping, pumps, reels, etc.,
be inspected ~n a regular basis to prevent breakdowns,
and spills. A regular maintenance checklist should be
on site.
should
leaks,
kept
PAGE 8
WASTE UTILIZATION ruAN
NAME OF FARM: Weeks Farms, Inc.
.\':,
OWNER / MANAGER AGREEMENT
I (we) understand and will follow and. implement the specifications
and the operation and maintenance procedures established in the ap-
proved animal waste utilization plan for the farm named above .. I
(we) know that any expansion to the existing design capacity of the
I (we) understahd that I must own or have access to equipment,
primarily irrigation equipment, to land apply the animal waste
described in this waste utilization plan. This equipment must be
available at the appropriate pumping time such that no discharge
occurs from the lagoon in a 25-year 1-day storm event. I also cer-
tify that the waste will be applied on the land according to this
plan at the app~opriate times.and at rates that no runoff occurs.
NAME OF FAC~LITY OWNER' Ryan Weeks
SIGNATURE, ~~~
NAME OF MANAGER{~~~m
,, .. pr1.nt
~·:
SIGNATURE'---"';""-;'----------DATE: _________ _
::tn NAME OF TECHNICAL SPECIALIST: Parks V. Blake
AFFILIATION: ~
ADDRESS (AGENCYt NOCS
P.O. BOX 267 Pl1one 910-893-7584
SIGNATURE,
·. _¥PJJlgton, N.C. 27546 f. j?~ tf. 1}61'/ DATE: <;j'-3 O -Cf
11 ~ v. fJe<,L 0.7>4• ~ CJ -n _ o 2....
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Facility No.1~-&! I Farm Name _________ Date _____ _
Permit ___ COC ___ _
POP. Tvoe Desian Current
Laaoon
soiuwav
Desian freeboard
Observed freeboard !iii\
Sludcle SurvevDate li\la-la;.
Sludae Deoth (ft) & %
Liauid Trt. Zonelffi
L,ijf~ d.Jt
Calibration Date 1 l;) 1'-1 Ill!<
Desian Flow ~
Actual Flow ~)...
DeSiOn Width
Actual Width
I 'J') -no, T,fTt./
Soil Test ~~e 'Olio;} k&
pH Fields
Lime Needed tl I
Lime Apglied 'dWl
Cu ~ Zn woCI.-
Needs P \J~
Waste AnaiVsis Date ilhlrP
-60 Dav
+ 60 Dav
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