Overview
Alabama Power Company Logan Martin Fleet Garage is an operational stormwater outfall in Vincent, Alabama, USA. It manages runoff from industrial and fleet facilities under NPDES MS4 permit requirements.
Alabama Power Company Logan Martin Fleet Garage is a stormwater outfall located at 299 Logan Martin Village Road in Vincent, Shelby County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial fleet garage and associated infrastructure, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA NPDES MS4 program. The facility's NAICS codes (221111, 237130, 237990, 327320, 811111) indicate a mix of electric power generation, utility construction, and fleet maintenance activities, typical of a large utility company. Stormwater outfalls in such settings are designed to control and treat runoff from impervious surfaces, reducing pollutant loads to receiving waters. In Alabama, stormwater discharges are regulated under the Clean Water Act, with permits requiring best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring. This outfall contributes to local stormwater management in the Logan Martin area, which is part of the Coosa River basin. Proper operation helps protect water quality in downstream water bodies, including Logan Martin Lake, a reservoir used for recreation and hydropower. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions is essential for minimizing environmental impact from industrial runoff.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Coosa River basin, which includes Logan Martin Lake, a reservoir created for hydroelectric power generation. The area experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management critical to prevent erosion, flooding, and pollutant transport. Industrial runoff from fleet garages can contain oils, metals, and sediments, requiring effective treatment to protect aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 299 Logan Martin Village Road in Vincent, Shelby County, Alabama, United States.
It manages stormwater runoff from the fleet garage and associated industrial facilities, controlling and treating runoff to comply with NPDES MS4 permit requirements.
The outfall operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 program, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial and municipal sources under the Clean Water Act.
Industrial stormwater outfalls often manage pollutants such as oils, grease, heavy metals, sediments, and chemicals from vehicle maintenance and industrial activities.
By treating runoff before discharge, the facility reduces pollutant loads to Logan Martin Lake and the Coosa River, protecting water quality for recreation and aquatic life.
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