AUKE BAY LOADING FACILITY-BOATYARD Stormwater Outfall, Juneau, Alaska

AUKE BAY LOADING FACILITY-BOATYARD is a stormwater outfall located at 13575 Glacier Hwy in Juneau, Alaska. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a boatyard and loading facility, contributing to the local stormwater management infrastructure in the Juneau City and Borough area. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act and the EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 permit program. Given its location in Alaska, it may be subject to Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities, which mandate stormwater management programs to reduce pollutant discharges. The facility's environmental significance lies in its role in managing runoff from industrial and marine activities, which can contain pollutants such as oil, grease, heavy metals, and sediments. Proper stormwater management helps protect Auke Bay and downstream water bodies from contamination, supporting local water quality and aquatic habitats.

Located in Juneau, Alaska, this stormwater outfall discharges into Auke Bay, a coastal waterbody that supports marine ecosystems and local fisheries. The facility's catchment includes a boatyard and loading facility, where stormwater runoff may carry pollutants from vessel maintenance, fueling, and cargo handling. Effective management is critical to prevent degradation of water quality in Auke Bay, which is part of the larger Inside Passage ecosystem.