355 Ind. Admin. Code 10-7-8

Current through October 31, 2024

Section 355 IAC 10-7-8 - Maintenance requirements

Authority: IC 15-16-2-1.5

Affected: IC 15-16-2

Sec. 8.

(a) A storage structure must be maintained and operated to meet the requirements of this article.

(b) The owner or operator shall inspect the storage structure for compliance with this article at least one (1) time each month. Any maintenance activities shall be documented in the operating record.

(c) An uncovered storage structure storing liquid manure must:

(1) be maintained, with a minimum freeboard of two (2) feet, unless otherwise specified in the processed manure storage structure permit; and

(2) have clearly identified markers to indicate manure levels relative to the approved freeboard elevation.

(d) An earthen berm for a storage structure must be:

(1) stabilized with vegetation or alternative erosion control measures;

(2) maintained to prevent growth of trees and shrubs; and

(3) maintained to allow for visual inspection.

355 IAC 10-7-8

State Chemist of the State of Indiana; 355 IAC 10-7-8; filed 3/17/2022, 12:13 p.m.: 20220413-IR-355210455FRA