Overview
ALDOT BORROW PIT #1 is a stormwater outfall in Clanton, Alabama, serving construction and mining activities under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
ALDOT BORROW PIT #1 is a stormwater outfall located in Clanton, Chilton County, Alabama, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework, which regulates stormwater discharges from municipal separate storm sewer systems. The facility is associated with NAICS codes 212321 (Construction Sand and Gravel Mining) and 212399 (Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying), indicating its role in managing runoff from borrow pit operations. As a stormwater outfall, this facility discharges collected stormwater from the borrow pit area into local waterways. The regulatory context includes the Clean Water Act and Alabama's NPDES program, which require permits for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity. The facility's operational status is active, and it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure in the region. The environmental significance of ALDOT BORROW PIT #1 lies in its role in controlling runoff from construction and mining sites, which can carry sediment and pollutants. Proper management helps protect water quality in nearby streams and rivers. The facility contributes to compliance with stormwater regulations in Alabama, supporting local environmental protection efforts.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Clanton, Alabama, within the Cahaba River watershed, which is known for its high aquatic biodiversity. Stormwater discharges from borrow pit operations can introduce sediment and pollutants into local waterways, potentially impacting water quality and aquatic habitats. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and Alabama's NPDES program aims to mitigate these risks through best management practices and monitoring.
Frequently asked questions
ALDOT BORROW PIT #1 is located on CR 53, 0.75 miles from CR 9 in Clanton, Chilton County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from borrow pit operations, likely associated with construction and mining activities.
The facility operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, which regulates stormwater discharges to protect water quality under the Clean Water Act.
Stormwater from borrow pits can carry sediment and pollutants, potentially affecting local water bodies. Proper management helps minimize these impacts.
The facility is associated with NAICS codes 212321 (Construction Sand and Gravel Mining) and 212399 (Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying).
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