ANDALUSIA - OPP AIRPORT Stormwater Outfall, Andalusia, Alabama | USA

ANDALUSIA - OPP AIRPORT is a stormwater outfall located in Andalusia, Alabama, United States. The facility manages stormwater runoff from the airport and surrounding areas, operating under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework. As a stormwater outfall, it plays a key role in controlling the quality and quantity of stormwater discharge into local waterways. The facility is classified under NAICS code 488119 (Other Airport Operations), indicating its association with airport infrastructure. Stormwater outfalls at airports typically handle runoff from impervious surfaces such as runways, taxiways, and parking lots, which may contain pollutants like de-icing chemicals, fuels, and heavy metals. The facility's operational status is active, ensuring continuous management of stormwater in compliance with Clean Water Act requirements. In the context of Alabama's stormwater management, this outfall contributes to the protection of local water bodies from urban runoff impacts. The facility's location in Covington County places it within a region where stormwater management is critical for maintaining water quality in streams and rivers that eventually feed into the Gulf of Mexico. Proper operation of this outfall helps mitigate flooding and pollution risks associated with airport stormwater discharge.

The facility discharges stormwater into local waterways in Covington County, Alabama, which are part of the larger Conecuh River watershed. Urban and industrial runoff from airport operations can introduce pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and de-icing agents. The area's climate, with frequent thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, increases the risk of stormwater runoff events. Effective management is essential to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality.