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� v CONCLUSIONS It was originally intended to increase the holding volume of the east manure storage area, which is covered, so that all manure could be deposited into this area during the winter months and not It affected by rainwater intrusion. Presently, the west side manure storage area is not covered. This west covered area, which is 25% larger than the east covered area, was to be used during the approximate eight months of the year of favorable weather for drying purposes. A June 2000 correspondence from the Regional Water Quality Control Board now states that a cover must be constructed over this west side manure drying area. It is proposed to install clear corrugated fiberglass over this area to allow maximum sunlight for drying during the entire year. Additionally, based upon the calculations presented, both the east and west manure storage areas must be increased in storage volume. This can be accomplished by increasing the height of the block masonry retaining wall. Nutrient analysis of the manure produced over six months in comparison with analysis of the adjacent cropland soils, reveal that existing N, P and K concentrations of the soils with the incorporation of manure will provide nutrient loading in agronomically acceptable rates. However, it is our understanding that due to the economic value of the manure produced at the facility, it is anticipated that all manure will be sold and transported off-site. A MANURE TRANSPORT RECORD FORM is attached. This form should be completed after each load of manure is transported from the facility. Manured water must be prevented from entering the stormwater pond. No manure can be stored7 on the asphalt pad awaiting pick-up during the rainy season. Both east and west manure storage areas must be cleaned-out before the winter storage months of December through March. The nitrogen concentrations found in the covered sheep/goat pen soils are probably in equilibrium since there is no significant hydraulic head pushing the nitrate through the soil profile. Test results reveal a dramatic reduction in nitrate-nitrogen concentrations toward the zone of saturation with the possibility of even further reduction, deeper into this zone. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this service for you. If there should be any questions regarding this report, please contact the ed. cNV I RON.Vr� t Respectfully submitted, `yti�o�O• CyFs� ,� VALLEY Ag RESEARCH t No. 04675 a nn � " Expires: •lora Don Chesney, R.E.A. �yT£ oc n L i f Registered Environmental Assessor#4 Agricultural Pest Control Advisor#6237 Page -7- Vafley Ag Research