WATCO TRANSLOADING LLC Harbour Facility in Decatur, Alabama

WATCO TRANSLOADING LLC is a harbour facility located at 1802 Red Hat Road in Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama. Situated along the Tennessee River, this operational facility specializes in transloading services, transferring cargo between different modes of transport such as rail, truck, and barge. The facility is classified under NAICS code 488320 for Marine Cargo Handling. As a transloading hub, the facility handles various bulk and break-bulk commodities, serving as a critical link in the regional supply chain. Operations are subject to US EPA regulations including the Vessel General Permit (VGP) for stormwater discharge and the NPDES program for wastewater management. The facility's location on an inland waterway requires compliance with the Clean Water Act and state-level environmental permits. The facility plays a key role in supporting industrial activity in northern Alabama, connecting local manufacturers and agricultural producers to broader markets via the Tennessee River system. Its operations contribute to the economic vitality of Decatur and the surrounding region, while requiring careful management of potential environmental impacts such as stormwater runoff and spill prevention.

The facility operates along the Tennessee River, a major waterway that supports diverse aquatic ecosystems. Transloading activities involve handling bulk materials, which can generate dust and require effective stormwater management to prevent runoff into the river. Oil-water separation and spill containment measures are critical to protect water quality. The surrounding area includes industrial and agricultural land uses, necessitating careful coordination of environmental controls.