Overview
C & L Wood Products, Inc. is a stormwater outfall in Hartselle, Alabama, United States. The facility manages stormwater discharge from wood product manufacturing operations.
C & L Wood Products, Inc. is a stormwater outfall located at 62 Walnut Road in Hartselle, Morgan County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from an industrial site classified under NAICS 321920 (Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program. In the United States, stormwater discharges from industrial activities are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES permits. Facilities like C & L Wood Products must comply with the EPA's Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) or an individual permit, which requires implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and best management practices (BMPs) to minimize pollutant runoff. The facility's location in an industrial catchment in Alabama means its discharge may be subject to monitoring for parameters such as total suspended solids, pH, and other pollutants associated with wood product manufacturing. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water bodies. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants that affect water quality. Proper management and compliance with regulatory requirements are essential to protect receiving waters. The facility's role in the community is to manage stormwater in a manner that reduces flood risk and environmental harm, aligning with broader stormwater management goals in the region.
Environmental context
The stormwater outfall is located in Hartselle, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management critical to prevent flooding and erosion. Industrial stormwater discharges can introduce pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and organic compounds into local waterways. The facility's discharge may affect nearby streams or rivers, necessitating compliance with water quality standards under the Clean Water Act. Effective stormwater management helps protect aquatic habitats and downstream water resources.
Frequently asked questions
The stormwater outfall is located at 62 Walnut Road in Hartselle, Morgan County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall associated with wood container and pallet manufacturing (NAICS 321920), managing industrial stormwater discharge.
Stormwater discharges from industrial facilities in the United States are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES permits. This facility must comply with the Multi-Sector General Permit or an individual permit, requiring a stormwater pollution prevention plan and best management practices.
Common pollutants include total suspended solids, pH imbalances, and organic compounds from wood processing. Proper management helps minimize environmental impact.
Effective stormwater management prevents pollution of local waterways, reduces flood risk, and ensures compliance with environmental regulations, protecting water quality in the Tennessee River watershed.
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