Alaska Marine Trucking LLC - Yard Stormwater Outfall, Juneau, Alaska

Alaska Marine Trucking LLC - Yard is a stormwater outfall located at 100 Mount Roberts Street in Juneau, Alaska. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a trucking yard, classified under NAICS 484110 for general freight trucking. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, operating within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act. The facility falls under the jurisdiction of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. In Alaska, stormwater discharges from industrial activities like trucking yards are typically regulated under NPDES industrial stormwater permits, which require implementation of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) to control pollutants. The site's location in Juneau, a coastal city with significant rainfall, necessitates robust stormwater management to prevent erosion and contamination. Environmental significance lies in its role in managing runoff from an industrial trucking facility, which can contain pollutants such as oil, grease, and sediments. Proper stormwater treatment helps protect downstream water bodies, including the nearby Gastineau Channel and the broader Pacific Ocean ecosystem. The facility contributes to local water quality management by complying with permit requirements and implementing best management practices.

Juneau, Alaska, experiences a maritime climate with high annual precipitation, leading to significant stormwater runoff. The facility's discharge may affect local water bodies like Gastineau Channel, which supports salmon runs and other aquatic life. Industrial activities at trucking yards can introduce pollutants such as hydrocarbons and heavy metals, making stormwater treatment critical for protecting sensitive marine ecosystems in the region.