BAYOU CONCRETE LLC - MCINTOSH PLANT Stormwater Outfall, McIntosh, Alabama

BAYOU CONCRETE LLC - MCINTOSH PLANT is a stormwater outfall located at 5050 Highway 43 N in McIntosh, Alabama. The facility is operational and serves an industrial site classified under NAICS 327320 (Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the concrete plant's premises, discharging into local waterways. The facility operates under the United States regulatory framework for stormwater discharges, which is governed by the Clean Water Act. Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one are typically covered under National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, specifically the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The NAICS code 327320 indicates a sector with potential pollutants such as sediment, pH, and metals, requiring best management practices (BMPs) for stormwater control. Located in Washington County, Alabama, the outfall discharges into a region characterized by rural and industrial land use. Proper stormwater management is critical to protect local water quality, especially given the proximity to the Tombigbee River and other water bodies. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions helps mitigate environmental impacts from stormwater runoff.

The facility is situated in Washington County, Alabama, an area with a mix of forested and agricultural land, as well as industrial operations. Stormwater runoff from concrete manufacturing can carry sediment, alkaline pH, and heavy metals, which may affect nearby streams and the Tombigbee River. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent degradation of aquatic habitats and to comply with Clean Water Act requirements for industrial discharges.