Overview
Alabama Ready Mix Concrete Inc - Hunter Plant is a stormwater outfall in Huntsville, Alabama, managing runoff from an industrial concrete facility under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
Alabama Ready Mix Concrete Inc - Hunter Plant is a stormwater outfall located at 2040 Vermont Drive in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama. The facility operates under the United States' stormwater regulatory framework, which includes the Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permits for industrial activities. As a concrete mixing plant, it manages stormwater runoff from an industrial catchment, which typically involves sedimentation basins and best management practices to control pollutants. The facility's stormwater outfall is subject to Alabama's NPDES permitting program, which requires monitoring of discharge quality and compliance with effluent limits. Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one often handle runoff from material storage, vehicle washing, and process areas, with potential pollutants including sediment, pH, and metals. The plant's operational status is active, indicating ongoing stormwater management responsibilities. Environmental significance lies in its contribution to local water quality in the Huntsville area, particularly concerning downstream water bodies. Stormwater from industrial sites can impact receiving waters if not properly treated, making regulatory compliance and best management practices critical for protecting aquatic ecosystems and community water resources.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Huntsville, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like concrete plants can carry sediment, heavy metals, and alkaline pH levels, potentially affecting local streams and the Tennessee River. The area's climate includes frequent rainfall, increasing the importance of effective stormwater management to prevent erosion and pollutant loading.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2040 Vermont Drive in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall associated with an industrial concrete mixing plant, managing runoff from the site.
The outfall is regulated under the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, requiring stormwater pollution prevention plans and monitoring.
Common pollutants include sediment, pH (alkaline), and metals from cement and aggregate materials.
Best management practices like sedimentation basins and erosion controls reduce pollutant loads, protecting streams and the Tennessee River from industrial runoff.
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