Sludge Management for Anaerobic Lagoons and Runoff Holding Ponds

Preparing a sludge management plan should include recognizing our current knowledge of earthen structures. Regular sludge and solid removal should be part of the management of any anaerobic lagoons and open lot runoff holding ponds.

Mechanical agitation or biological suspension is necessary to suspend the settled solids that accumulat eprimarilyl near hte manure inlet to the lagoon or pond.

By following procedures for sludge management, a plan meeting Nebraska Department of Environmental Control review requirements can be assembled.