BIG DADDY'S CHEVRON Stormwater Outfall, Sylacauga, Alabama

BIG DADDY'S CHEVRON is a stormwater outfall located at 8150 Sylacauga Fayetteville Road in Sylacauga, Talladega County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a commercial property, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. As a stormwater outfall, it plays a role in controlling the discharge of stormwater into local waterways. In the United States, stormwater outfalls like this one are subject to Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities and commercial facilities. The facility's location in Alabama places it within a region where stormwater management is critical due to the state's frequent rainfall and potential for flooding. The outfall likely includes basic treatment or detention features to manage runoff quality and quantity. This outfall contributes to the local stormwater infrastructure in Sylacauga, helping to mitigate flooding and reduce pollutant loads entering nearby water bodies. Its operational status ensures ongoing compliance with local and federal stormwater regulations, supporting the community's environmental health and infrastructure resilience.

The facility is located in Sylacauga, Alabama, a region with a humid subtropical climate characterized by significant rainfall, which increases the importance of effective stormwater management. The outfall likely discharges to a local water body that may be part of the Coosa River watershed. Urban and commercial runoff from the area can carry pollutants such as sediment, hydrocarbons, and heavy metals, making proper stormwater treatment essential for protecting aquatic ecosystems and downstream water quality.