ATKINS GRAVEL PIT #1 Stormwater Outfall, Millport, Alabama

ATKINS GRAVEL PIT #1 is a stormwater outfall located at 1196 HWY 96 in Millport, Alabama, within Lamar County. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure for the region, handling runoff from industrial and urban catchments. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected stormwater into local water bodies, playing a key role in flood control and water quality management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Given its location in Alabama, it likely falls under Phase II MS4 requirements for smaller municipalities. The NAICS code 212321 indicates an association with construction sand and gravel mining, suggesting the outfall may manage runoff from mining operations. Environmental significance includes potential impacts on receiving waters in the Tombigbee River watershed. Stormwater outfalls like this one are critical for preventing localized flooding and reducing pollutant loads from urban and industrial areas. Proper management helps protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality in the region.

The facility discharges into the Tombigbee River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems. Urban and industrial runoff from the Millport area can carry sediments, nutrients, and pollutants, making stormwater management essential for maintaining water quality. The region's climate, with seasonal heavy rainfall, increases the risk of erosion and pollutant transport, underscoring the importance of effective stormwater control measures.