ABF FREIGHT SYSTEMS, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Decatur, Alabama | Industrial Stormwater Management

ABF FREIGHT SYSTEMS, INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 810 19th Avenue SE in Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama. This facility is part of the freight trucking industry (NAICS 484122) and manages stormwater runoff from its industrial site. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulations. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges. This permit requires monitoring of stormwater quality and implementation of best management practices to reduce pollutants. The site is in an urban-industrial area of Decatur, near the Tennessee River, which is a major waterbody in the region. Stormwater management at this facility is critical to prevent contamination of local streams and the Tennessee River. The industrial nature of the catchment means potential pollutants include sediment, oil, grease, and chemicals from trucking operations. Proper maintenance of stormwater controls helps protect water quality in Morgan County and downstream ecosystems.

The facility is located in Decatur, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The Tennessee River is a major waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water for communities. Industrial stormwater discharges can introduce pollutants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and sediment, which may impair water quality. The region's climate includes frequent rainfall, increasing the volume of runoff and potential for pollutant transport. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to minimize these impacts through permit conditions and monitoring.