BEELINE #619 Stormwater Outfall, Union Springs, Alabama | US Stormwater Facility

BEELINE #619 is a stormwater outfall located at 401 Conecuh Avenue in Union Springs, Bullock County, Alabama. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding urban catchment. The facility is operational and falls under the jurisdiction of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program, which regulates stormwater discharges to protect water quality. In Alabama, stormwater management is primarily governed by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which implements the NPDES MS4 program. Phase II MS4 permits apply to small municipalities like Union Springs, requiring stormwater management plans to reduce pollutant discharges. The outfall likely conveys runoff from roads, residential areas, and commercial properties, with typical pollutants including sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals. The environmental significance of BEELINE #619 lies in its role in managing urban stormwater runoff, which can impact local water bodies such as the Conecuh River. Effective stormwater management helps prevent flooding, erosion, and pollution of receiving waters. The outfall's location in a small urban center underscores the importance of local stormwater infrastructure in maintaining water quality and community resilience.

The outfall discharges into the Conecuh River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic habitats. Urban runoff from Union Springs may carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and nutrients, potentially affecting water quality. The facility operates under NPDES MS4 permit requirements aimed at minimizing these impacts through best management practices.