Overview
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY SELMA CREW HEADQUARTERS is a stormwater outfall in Selma, Alabama, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
ALABAMA POWER COMPANY SELMA CREW HEADQUARTERS is a stormwater outfall located at 1909 Landline Road in Selma, Dallas County, Alabama. As a facility in the United States, it falls under the regulatory purview of the Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, specifically the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits for Phase I and Phase II municipalities. The facility is classified under NAICS code 221122 (Electric Power Distribution) and is operational. Stormwater outfalls like this one manage runoff from industrial or commercial sites, with discharge typically regulated to protect local water quality. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) oversees NPDES permitting, including stormwater discharge permits for industrial facilities. This outfall serves the Selma area, contributing to local stormwater management and flood control. Its location in the Alabama River watershed means it plays a role in managing runoff that could affect downstream water bodies. Effective stormwater control helps reduce pollutant loads and mitigate erosion, supporting the ecological health of the region.
Environmental context
Selma is located in the Black Belt region of Alabama, characterized by clay-rich soils and a humid subtropical climate with frequent thunderstorms. Stormwater runoff from industrial and urban areas can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons into local waterways, including the Alabama River. The facility's discharge is subject to NPDES permit conditions aimed at minimizing these impacts and protecting aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1909 Landline Road in Selma, Dallas County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from the Alabama Power Company's Selma Crew Headquarters, discharging stormwater in compliance with NPDES regulations.
The facility is classified under NAICS code 221122, which corresponds to Electric Power Distribution.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act and the NPDES MS4 permit program, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial and municipal sources.
Proper stormwater management reduces pollutant loads, prevents erosion, and protects water quality in receiving water bodies like the Alabama River, supporting aquatic ecosystems and community water resources.
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