§ 275.313. Application to soil.
(a) Except as provided in subsection (b), sewage sludge that is applied to the surface of soil shall be incorporated into the soil within 24 hours of application.
(b) If the approved operation plan provides for the surface application of sludge for top or side dressing on hayfields, for pastures, for cover crops or for no-till crops when the previous no-till crop was harvested for grain in a manner that left adequate crop residue, the Department may do one of the following:
(1) Approve another time period for incorporating sludge into the soil as part of the permit.
(2) Not require incorporation as part of the permit.
Cross References This section cited in 25 Pa. Code § 275.311 (relating to general requirements).
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