Alabama Casting Co Stormwater Outfall, Aliceville, Alabama

Alabama Casting Co is a stormwater outfall facility located at 1185 Industrial Drive in Aliceville, Pickens County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from an industrial site, likely associated with iron foundries (NAICS 331511). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Clean Water Act's industrial stormwater regulations. In the United States, industrial stormwater discharges are regulated under the NPDES program, which requires facilities to obtain permits that include stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and monitoring requirements. The facility's location in Alabama places it under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which implements the NPDES program in the state. Typical controls for such outfalls include best management practices (BMPs) to reduce pollutant loads from industrial activities. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water bodies. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, sediment, and chemicals. The facility's compliance with its NPDES permit is critical to protecting the receiving waters in the Aliceville area. Proper management of stormwater discharges helps maintain water quality and supports the ecological health of downstream aquatic habitats.

The facility is located in Aliceville, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. Stormwater discharges from industrial sites in this region can affect water quality in local streams and rivers, which support diverse aquatic life. The area's climate, with frequent rainfall, increases the potential for runoff-related pollution. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and ADEM ensures that discharges are managed to minimize environmental harm.