Overview
Birmingport Barge Facility is an operational harbour in Mulga, Alabama, United States. It handles cargo and supports marine logistics along the Black Warrior River.
Birmingport Barge Facility is a harbour located at 2530 Atwood Ferry Road in Mulga, Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a key node for barge traffic on the Black Warrior River, connecting to the broader inland waterway system of the southeastern United States. The facility operates under U.S. regulatory frameworks including the EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for shoreside stormwater management. As a barge facility, it primarily handles bulk commodities such as coal, aggregates, and other dry bulk materials, typical for inland river ports in the region. Birmingport Barge Facility plays a significant role in the regional industrial supply chain, supporting nearby cement manufacturing (NAICS 327310) and coal distribution. Its location on the Black Warrior River provides efficient transport for heavy goods, reducing truck traffic on local roads and contributing to the economic activity of Jefferson County.
Environmental context
The facility is situated along the Black Warrior River, which flows through a region with significant coal and mineral extraction. Stormwater runoff from bulk material handling and potential oil-water discharges from vessels are key environmental considerations. The facility must comply with EPA stormwater regulations and VGP requirements to minimize impacts on aquatic habitats in the river system.
Frequently asked questions
Birmingport Barge Facility is located at 2530 Atwood Ferry Road, Mulga, Alabama 35118, United States.
As a barge facility on the Black Warrior River, it primarily handles bulk commodities such as coal, aggregates, and other dry bulk materials.
The facility operates under the U.S. EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP) for vessel discharges and NPDES permits for stormwater management, along with other federal and state environmental regulations.
The facility is currently operational.
The Black Warrior River provides navigable waterway access for barge traffic, connecting the facility to the inland waterway system and enabling efficient transport of bulk goods to and from the region.
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