ALRED MARINA LLC Stormwater Outfall, Guntersville, Alabama

ALRED MARINA LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 351 Marina Road in Guntersville, Marshall County, Alabama, USA. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a marina-related industrial activity, classified under NAICS code 336612 (Boat Building and Repairing). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges. The facility operates in an urbanized area near Lake Guntersville, a major water body in the Tennessee River system. Stormwater outfalls in this region typically manage runoff from impervious surfaces, including parking lots, docks, and maintenance areas. The regulatory context includes compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants such as sediment, oil and grease, and heavy metals. The facility's operational status is active, indicating ongoing stormwater management activities. Environmentally, the outfall discharges into a water body that supports recreational uses and aquatic life. The facility's location in a marina setting means potential pollutants include boat maintenance chemicals and fuel residues. Proper stormwater management is critical to protect water quality in Lake Guntersville, which is part of the broader Tennessee River watershed. The facility's compliance with NPDES requirements helps mitigate impacts on downstream ecosystems.

The facility discharges stormwater into Lake Guntersville, a reservoir on the Tennessee River that supports fishing, boating, and wildlife habitat. The surrounding catchment includes marina operations, which can contribute pollutants such as hydrocarbons, antifouling paints, and sediment. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent degradation of water quality and protect aquatic ecosystems in this region.