CARROLLTON LUMBER MILL Stormwater Outfall, Carrollton, Alabama

CARROLLTON LUMBER MILL is a stormwater outfall located at 234 Tuscaloosa Street in Carrollton, Pickens County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater discharge from a lumber mill operation, classified under NAICS 321113. As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which regulates point source discharges to waters of the United States. The facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is likely covered by a general permit for industrial stormwater discharges. The lumber mill sector typically generates runoff containing sediment, wood debris, and potential chemical contaminants from processing activities. Stormwater management at such sites often includes best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment basins, vegetative buffers, and erosion controls to mitigate pollutant loads. In the context of Alabama's water resources, the facility's discharge may affect local streams and rivers in the Tombigbee River basin. Proper stormwater management is critical to protect water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing to the broader stormwater management infrastructure in Carrollton.

The facility is located in Carrollton, Alabama, within the Tombigbee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management important for flood control and water quality. Industrial stormwater discharges from lumber mills can introduce sediment, organic matter, and potential pollutants into receiving waters, which may impact aquatic ecosystems. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to minimize these impacts through NPDES permits.