Overview
BAXTER HEALTHCARE is a stormwater outfall in Opelika, Alabama, serving an industrial facility. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
BAXTER HEALTHCARE is a stormwater outfall located at 1101 Jeter Avenue in Opelika, Lee County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site involved in plastics and medical equipment manufacturing (NAICS 326199, 339111, 339112). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the regulated stormwater infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program, specifically under the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) framework. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES program. Industrial stormwater discharges are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP), which require implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants. This outfall contributes to managing stormwater runoff from an industrial catchment in Opelika, helping to protect local water quality in receiving waters. The facility's location in Lee County places it within the watershed of the Chattahoochee River system, which is a significant water resource in the southeastern United States. Proper stormwater management at this site helps reduce the risk of pollutant discharge to nearby streams and rivers.
Environmental context
The outfall is located in an industrial area of Opelika, Alabama, within the Chattahoochee River watershed. Stormwater runoff from industrial facilities can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and chemicals. The facility's discharge is subject to NPDES permit requirements aimed at minimizing environmental impact. Local water bodies may be sensitive to urban and industrial runoff, making stormwater management critical for maintaining water quality and aquatic habitat.
Frequently asked questions
BAXTER HEALTHCARE stormwater outfall is located at 1101 Jeter Avenue in Opelika, Lee County, Alabama, United States.
This outfall manages stormwater discharge from an industrial facility involved in plastics and medical equipment manufacturing, ensuring compliance with NPDES stormwater regulations.
Stormwater outfalls in Alabama are regulated under the NPDES program, administered by ADEM. Industrial facilities must obtain coverage under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) and implement stormwater pollution prevention plans.
The outfall discharges into the Chattahoochee River watershed, a major water source in the Southeast. Proper stormwater management helps protect water quality and aquatic ecosystems in this sensitive basin.
Common BMPs include erosion control, sediment basins, oil-water separators, regular site inspections, and employee training to minimize pollutant runoff.
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