Overview
CAPITAL MOTOR LINES, INC. is an operational stormwater outfall in Montgomery, Alabama, United States. It manages stormwater discharge from an industrial facility under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
CAPITAL MOTOR LINES, INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 520 N Court St in Montgomery, Alabama, United States. This facility serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from an industrial site, operating under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) in Montgomery, which is regulated under the NPDES Phase II program for small MS4s. The facility's primary function is to convey stormwater from the industrial catchment area to receiving waters. While specific technical specifications such as discharge volume are not detailed, typical stormwater outfalls in industrial settings manage runoff from impervious surfaces, parking lots, and loading areas. The outfall is likely designed to handle peak flow events and may include basic treatment measures such as sediment basins or oil-water separators, depending on the industrial activities at the site. Environmental significance of this outfall relates to its potential impact on local water quality. Stormwater runoff from industrial facilities can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and sediments. The facility operates under a general NPDES permit for industrial stormwater discharges, which requires implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) to minimize pollutant loading. Compliance with permit conditions is critical to protect the Alabama River watershed, which receives drainage from the Montgomery area.
Environmental context
Montgomery, Alabama, experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent thunderstorms and occasional hurricanes, leading to significant stormwater runoff. The outfall discharges into the Alabama River watershed, which is a major water resource for the region. Industrial stormwater runoff can introduce pollutants such as oil, grease, metals, and sediment, potentially impacting aquatic habitats and downstream water quality. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program requires monitoring and best management practices to mitigate these risks.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 520 N Court St, Montgomery, Alabama 36104, United States.
It is an operational stormwater outfall that discharges runoff from an industrial facility, regulated under the US EPA NPDES program.
The outfall operates under the Clean Water Act and the NPDES MS4 permit program, specifically Phase II for small MS4s in Montgomery, Alabama.
Industrial stormwater runoff can contain pollutants such as oil, grease, heavy metals, sediment, and chemicals from industrial activities, which are managed through a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
The outfall discharges into the Alabama River watershed, and proper management is essential to prevent water quality degradation and protect aquatic ecosystems.
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