ACE AERONAUTICS, LLC Stormwater Outfall, Guntersville, Alabama | Industrial Runoff Management

ACE AERONAUTICS, LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 105 Buck Island Rd in Guntersville, Marshall County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves an aerospace manufacturing site classified under NAICS code 336411 (Aircraft Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff from industrial and urban catchments into local waterways. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for stormwater discharges. Industrial facilities like ACE AERONAUTICS are typically required to obtain Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits to manage stormwater runoff and prevent pollution. The site's location in Guntersville, near the Tennessee River and Lake Guntersville, places it within a region where stormwater management is critical for protecting water quality. Environmental significance stems from the facility's role in controlling runoff from an aerospace manufacturing operation, which may involve pollutants such as metals, oils, and solvents. Proper stormwater management helps mitigate impacts on downstream water bodies, including the Tennessee River system. The outfall contributes to local flood control and water quality protection, aligning with community and regulatory goals for sustainable stormwater management.

The facility discharges stormwater runoff from an industrial aerospace manufacturing site in Guntersville, Alabama, an area characterized by the Tennessee River and Lake Guntersville. These water bodies support diverse aquatic ecosystems and are used for recreation and drinking water. Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants like heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and sediments, posing risks to water quality. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES permits aims to minimize these impacts through best management practices and monitoring.