ALABAMA AND GULF COAST RAILWAY Stormwater Outfall, Monroeville, Alabama

ALABAMA AND GULF COAST RAILWAY is a stormwater outfall located at 721 Hixon Road in Monroeville, Monroe County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from railway operations, classified under NAICS codes 482111 and 482112 for line-haul railroads. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, operating under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permits. The facility's stormwater management is subject to Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities and industrial sites in Alabama. Railway operations typically involve impervious surfaces, fueling areas, and maintenance activities that can contribute pollutants like hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediments to stormwater runoff. Best management practices such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular inspections are commonly employed to mitigate impacts. Located in Monroeville, Alabama, the outfall discharges into the Alabama River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and downstream water uses. Proper stormwater management at this facility helps protect water quality in receiving streams, reducing the risk of impairment from industrial runoff. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions is critical for maintaining local water quality standards.

The facility discharges stormwater into the Alabama River watershed, which is a major tributary of the Mobile River Basin. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with heavy rainfall, increasing the potential for runoff-related pollution. Industrial stormwater from railway operations can contain pollutants such as oil, grease, heavy metals, and suspended solids, which may impact aquatic habitats and downstream water quality if not properly managed.