Sec. 18. (a) A storage structure must be maintained and operated to meet the requirements
of this chapter. (b) The owner or operator shall: (1) inspect the storage structure for compliance with this chapter at least one (1) time each month; and (2) document any maintenance activities 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 clear 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. As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.51.