AMERICAN CONCRETE SUPPLY FOLEY PLANT Stormwater Outfall, Foley, Alabama

AMERICAN CONCRETE SUPPLY FOLEY PLANT is a stormwater outfall located at 18225 EUREKA DR in Foley, Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from an industrial concrete supply operation. As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The facility operates under NAICS code 327320, which covers ready-mix concrete manufacturing. Stormwater outfalls in this sector typically manage runoff from material storage, vehicle washing, and process areas. The regulatory context includes compliance with the Clean Water Act and state-level Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) requirements. Best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and erosion controls are commonly employed to mitigate pollutant discharge. Located in Foley, a city in coastal Alabama, the outfall may discharge to local waterways that ultimately reach the Gulf of Mexico. The facility's environmental significance lies in its role in preventing untreated industrial runoff from impacting water quality. Effective stormwater management at concrete plants is critical due to the high pH and sediment content of runoff, which can harm aquatic ecosystems. The outfall contributes to the broader stormwater infrastructure network serving Baldwin County.

The facility is situated in Foley, Alabama, within the Mobile Bay watershed, which drains into the Gulf of Mexico. This region is ecologically sensitive, supporting diverse aquatic habitats and fisheries. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like concrete plants can carry high pH levels, suspended solids, and heavy metals, posing risks to downstream water quality. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and ADEM requires implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) to minimize environmental impact.