Bill Nichols AL003 - AL083 AMSA 158 Stormwater Outfall, Anniston, Alabama

Bill Nichols AL003 - AL083 AMSA 158 is a stormwater outfall located at 81 Wildcat Way in Anniston, Alabama, within Calhoun County. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges stormwater runoff from the surrounding urban area into receiving waters, playing a key role in managing local flood risk and water quality. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit framework. As a Phase II small MS4, it is subject to requirements for stormwater management, including pollution prevention, public education, and illicit discharge detection. The outfall is part of the broader stormwater infrastructure serving Anniston and the surrounding region. Environmental significance includes the potential impact on local water bodies, such as the nearby Coosa River watershed. Stormwater runoff from urban areas can carry pollutants like sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals. The facility's compliance with its NPDES permit is critical for protecting downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.

Anniston is located in the Coosa River basin, a region with diverse aquatic ecosystems. Urban stormwater runoff from areas like Anniston can contribute to impairments in local streams and rivers, including issues with sedimentation, nutrient loading, and thermal pollution. The facility's discharge point likely flows into a tributary of the Coosa River, which is a significant water resource for the region. Effective stormwater management is essential to mitigate these impacts and maintain water quality standards under the Clean Water Act.