What is Sludge?
Properties of Sludge
Nutrient Concentrations
PPT Slide
Sludge Storage Volume
Undersized Lagoons
Principles of Sludge Management
Minimizing Sludge Production
Lagoon Operation Sludge Removal:
“Trigger Point”
Monitor Sludge Depth
Measuring Sludge Depth
Estimating Lagoon Volume
When Removing Sludge
Land Applying Sludge
Land Applying Sludge - P Issues
Application Options
Irrigating Sludge
Application Using Spreader Equipment
Pump and Haul Systems
Umbilical Hose Application Systems
Injection options
Manure Spreader
Taking a Sludge Sample Prior to agitation - Step 1
Taking a Sludge Sample Prior to agitation
Sampling Sludge Prior to Agitation
Taking a Sludge Sample During agitation
Sludge Removal Techniques
Hiring a Custom Applicator
Working with a Custom Applicator
Agitation
Lagoon Agitation - Equipment
Lagoon Agitation - Management
Dewatering
Lagoon Closure
Lagoon Closure - Options
How much sludge needs to be removed?
“Complete” Closure
Breaching the Lagoon Berm
Conversion to Farm Pond
Email: ron_sheffield@ncsu.edu
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