ALTEC INDUSTRIES, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Birmingham, Alabama

ALTEC INDUSTRIES, INC. manages a stormwater outfall located at 1730 Vanderbilt Rd. in Birmingham, Jefferson County, Alabama. This facility handles stormwater runoff from industrial operations, including NAICS codes 336110, 336112, and 336211, which cover automobile and light truck manufacturing. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of regulated discharges under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). In the United States, stormwater discharges from industrial facilities are regulated under the Clean Water Act, typically through NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The facility's location in Birmingham places it within an urban industrial catchment, where stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals. Compliance with permit conditions, including stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and monitoring, is essential to minimize environmental impact. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential to affect local water bodies, including those in the Black Warrior River watershed. Proper management of stormwater runoff helps protect water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing to the broader goal of reducing urban and industrial stormwater pollution.

Birmingham, Alabama, experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management critical. The facility's industrial catchment includes manufacturing activities that may contribute pollutants such as sediment, metals, and hydrocarbons to runoff. Discharges from this outfall enter local waterways that are part of the Black Warrior River basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and water supply. Effective stormwater controls are essential to prevent water quality degradation and comply with the Clean Water Act.