Overview
ACE HANGERS OWNERS ASSOCIATION is a stormwater outfall in Anchorage, Alaska, United States. It manages urban runoff from the Merrill Field Drive area, discharging into local waterways.
ACE HANGERS OWNERS ASSOCIATION operates a stormwater outfall located at 2301-2331 Merrill Field Drive in Anchorage, Alaska. This facility is part of the municipal stormwater management system serving the Anchorage Municipality, handling runoff from an urban catchment area. As a stormwater outfall, the facility discharges collected runoff into receiving waters, likely including nearby creeks or the Knik Arm of Cook Inlet. Operations are subject to the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, which regulates stormwater discharges from municipal separate storm sewer systems. Anchorage is a Phase I MS4 community, requiring a comprehensive stormwater management program. The facility plays a key role in controlling pollution from urban runoff, reducing the impact of contaminants such as sediment, oil, and heavy metals on local water bodies. Proper management helps protect aquatic habitats and supports compliance with the Clean Water Act.
Environmental context
Anchorage's stormwater outfalls discharge into sensitive water bodies including Ship Creek, Chester Creek, and the Knik Arm of Cook Inlet, which support salmon runs and other aquatic life. Urban runoff from industrial and residential areas can carry pollutants that impair water quality. The facility's catchment includes Merrill Field Drive, an area with commercial and aviation-related activities, increasing the risk of hydrocarbon and heavy metal contamination.
Frequently asked questions
ACE HANGERS OWNERS ASSOCIATION is located at 2301-2331 Merrill Field Drive in Anchorage, Alaska, United States.
It operates a stormwater outfall that collects and discharges urban runoff from the Anchorage area into local waterways, helping manage stormwater and reduce pollution.
The facility operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, which requires municipalities to implement stormwater management programs to control pollution from runoff.
Anchorage's stormwater system, including outfalls like this one, helps prevent flooding and reduces the discharge of pollutants into salmon-bearing streams and Cook Inlet, supporting aquatic ecosystems.
Common pollutants include sediment, oil and grease, heavy metals, nutrients, and pathogens from roads, parking lots, and industrial areas, which can harm water quality and aquatic life.
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