BALLARD CONCRETE, LLC - THOMASVILLE PLANT Stormwater Outfall, Thomasville, Alabama

BALLARD CONCRETE, LLC - THOMASVILLE PLANT is a stormwater outfall located on North Clarke Industrial Road in Thomasville, Clarke County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a concrete production site, a sector where industrial activities can introduce pollutants such as sediment, metals, and pH imbalances into local waterways. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits. Depending on its size and location, it may fall under Phase I or Phase II MS4 regulations, which require stormwater management plans to control pollution. The facility's industrial catchment area means it must implement best management practices (BMPs) to treat runoff before discharge. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on nearby water bodies. Runoff from concrete facilities can contain high pH levels and suspended solids, which may affect aquatic life if not properly managed. Compliance with NPDES permit limits is critical to protecting local water quality in the Clarke County region.

The Thomasville area in Clarke County, Alabama, features a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, increasing the importance of stormwater management. Industrial facilities like concrete plants can contribute pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and alkaline runoff to local streams. The outfall likely discharges to a water body that may be impaired or sensitive, requiring careful monitoring under the Clean Water Act to prevent degradation of aquatic habitats.