American Concrete Supply Stapleton Plant Stormwater Outfall, Stapleton, Alabama

American Concrete Supply Stapleton Plant is a stormwater outfall located in Stapleton, Baldwin County, Alabama, United States. The facility manages stormwater runoff from industrial and commercial operations, serving the local concrete supply industry. As a stormwater outfall, it plays a key role in controlling the discharge of stormwater into nearby water bodies. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 permit program. Given its location in Alabama, the plant is subject to Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities and industrial stormwater permits. The plant's NAICS codes (236220 and 327320) indicate involvement in commercial and industrial building construction and ready-mix concrete manufacturing, which are typical sources of stormwater pollutants. Environmental significance lies in the plant's role in managing stormwater quality in the Stapleton area. Discharges from industrial sites can impact local waterways, and compliance with NPDES permits is critical for protecting water quality. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing management of stormwater runoff, contributing to the broader stormwater infrastructure in Baldwin County.

Stapleton, Alabama, is located in Baldwin County, which features a mix of urban, agricultural, and industrial land uses. The region's stormwater runoff can carry sediments, nutrients, and industrial pollutants into local streams and rivers, potentially affecting downstream water bodies. The American Concrete Supply Stapleton Plant operates in an industrial catchment, where concrete production and construction activities contribute to stormwater pollution risks. Effective stormwater management is essential to minimize impacts on water quality and comply with Clean Water Act regulations.