Overview
CALHOUN COUNTY METAL RECYCLING is a stormwater outfall in Anniston, Alabama, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for industrial stormwater discharges.
CALHOUN COUNTY METAL RECYCLING is a stormwater outfall located at 1103 OLD GADSDEN HWY in Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from a metal recycling site, which is classified under the industrial sector. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility is subject to the Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program. Industrial stormwater discharges are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits, depending on the specific activities and potential for pollutant runoff. The facility's location in an industrial area suggests that stormwater may carry pollutants such as metals, sediment, and other materials common to recycling operations. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water bodies. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can contribute to water quality degradation if not properly managed. The facility's compliance with permit conditions, including implementation of best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring, is critical to minimizing its environmental footprint. This outfall is part of a broader network of stormwater controls in Anniston aimed at protecting downstream waters.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Anniston, Alabama, within the Coosa River basin. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, which can generate substantial stormwater runoff. Industrial stormwater discharges from metal recycling operations may contain heavy metals, oils, and other pollutants that can impair water quality if not adequately treated. The outfall's discharge likely flows to a local water body, potentially affecting aquatic ecosystems and downstream uses. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program aims to control such discharges through permit limits and monitoring requirements.
Frequently asked questions
CALHOUN COUNTY METAL RECYCLING is located at 1103 OLD GADSDEN HWY in Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall associated with a metal recycling facility, classified as an industrial stormwater discharge point.
This outfall is regulated under the Clean Water Act and the NPDES program, likely under an industrial stormwater general permit (MSGP) or individual permit.
Stormwater from metal recycling may contain heavy metals (e.g., lead, copper, zinc), oils, grease, sediment, and other industrial pollutants.
Stormwater management uses best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring to reduce pollutant loads before discharge.
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