Overview
BAMA CONCRETE BIRMINGHAM BRENT PLANT is a stormwater outfall in Brent, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from an industrial concrete facility under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
BAMA CONCRETE BIRMINGHAM BRENT PLANT is a stormwater outfall located at 2034 Main Street in Brent, Bibb County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves an industrial concrete production site, managing stormwater runoff from the premises. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to EPA NPDES MS4 permit requirements. Industrial stormwater discharges are regulated to control pollutants and protect water quality. The facility's location in Alabama places it within a region with significant rainfall, making stormwater management critical for local waterways. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing runoff from an industrial site. Concrete production can generate pollutants such as sediment, pH changes, and heavy metals. Proper stormwater management helps prevent these contaminants from reaching nearby water bodies, supporting local water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Bibb County, Alabama, within the Cahaba River watershed, which is known for high aquatic biodiversity. Industrial stormwater discharges from concrete production can introduce sediment, alkaline runoff, and heavy metals. Effective management is essential to protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2034 Main Street in Brent, Bibb County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an industrial concrete production site, ensuring compliance with stormwater regulations.
As a US industrial stormwater outfall, it is regulated under the Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permits, which require controls on pollutant discharges.
Common pollutants include sediment, alkaline runoff (high pH), and heavy metals from concrete production activities.
Proper management reduces pollutant loads, preventing degradation of water quality and protecting aquatic ecosystems in receiving waters like the Cahaba River.
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