Overview
Blazer Welding and Trailers, LLC operates a stormwater outfall in Union Grove, Alabama, managing runoff from an industrial facility under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
Blazer Welding and Trailers, LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 2165 Rescue Road in Union Grove, Morgan County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and manages stormwater runoff from an industrial site, contributing to local flood control and water quality management in the Tennessee River watershed. As a stormwater outfall, this facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) oversees compliance with the Clean Water Act, requiring permits for industrial stormwater discharges to protect receiving waters. The facility's location in a mixed urban-industrial area of Union Grove means its discharge may affect local streams and the Tennessee River. Proper management of stormwater runoff helps reduce pollutant loads, erosion, and flooding risks, supporting the ecological health of the region's water bodies.
Environmental context
The facility discharges stormwater into the Tennessee River basin, a region with significant ecological and recreational value. Industrial runoff can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments, which may impact water quality and aquatic habitats. The area's climate, with frequent thunderstorms and seasonal rainfall, increases the risk of runoff events, making proper stormwater management critical for protecting downstream ecosystems and complying with Clean Water Act standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2165 Rescue Road in Union Grove, Morgan County, Alabama, United States.
It manages stormwater runoff from an industrial facility, discharging it into local waterways under an NPDES MS4 permit to control pollution and flooding.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES MS4 program, enforced by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM).
Industrial runoff can carry pollutants like heavy metals, oils, and sediments, which may harm aquatic ecosystems and water quality if not properly managed.
Union Grove's location in the Tennessee River basin and its industrial activity make stormwater management essential for protecting local water resources and complying with federal regulations.
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