Marathon County has adopted an ordinance that regulates both manure storage facilities and the spreading of the manure and wastes from these facilities. The purpose of the Animal Waste Management Ordinance is to regulate the location, construction, installation, alteration, design, operation, maintenance, closure, and the application of waste from all waste storage facilities. This is to prevent water pollution and thereby prevent the spread of disease; to further the appropriate use and conservation of land and water resources for its communities; and promote the prosperity, aesthetics and general welfare of the citizens of the County. It is also intended to provide for the proper administration and enforcement of the ordinance and to provide penalties for its violation.

Chapter 11.02- Animal Waste Management Ordinance

The Animal Waste Management Code - What a Landowner Needs to Know

Animal Waste Permit Application (fillable form)

Nutrient Management Plan Checklist (fillable form)

Resources

Educational Opportunities at North Central Technical College in Agriculture 

Wisconsin Manure Management Advisory System

Wisconsin DNR Manure Spill

NRCS Tech Guide