Alabama Power Co Trussville Crew Headquarters Stormwater Outfall, Trussville, Alabama

Alabama Power Co Trussville Crew Headquarters is a stormwater outfall located at 6643 Green Dr, Trussville, Alabama, in Jefferson County. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from the company's crew headquarters, which is classified under NAICS code 811111 (Automotive Repair and Maintenance). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Alabama is subject to both Phase I and Phase II MS4 requirements, which mandate stormwater management plans to control pollution from runoff. The outfall likely discharges to a local waterbody, and its compliance with permit conditions is essential for protecting water quality. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing urban runoff, which can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and heavy metals. The facility's location in Trussville, a suburban area near Birmingham, means it contributes to the management of stormwater in a mixed urban and industrial catchment. Effective operation helps prevent flooding and reduces the environmental impact of runoff on downstream water bodies.

The stormwater outfall at Alabama Power Co Trussville Crew Headquarters discharges into a catchment that may include impaired water bodies common in the Birmingham metropolitan area. Urban and industrial runoff from the facility and surrounding areas can introduce pollutants such as hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediment. The facility's compliance with NPDES MS4 permit requirements is crucial for minimizing these impacts and protecting local water quality.