Overview
CHARLIES USED AUTO PARTS is a stormwater outfall in Hanceville, Alabama, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for industrial stormwater discharges.
CHARLIES USED AUTO PARTS is a stormwater outfall located at 8891 US Highway 31N in Hanceville, Cullman County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an auto parts operation, which falls under industrial stormwater regulations. As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program under the Clean Water Act, specifically the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The facility operates in a region where stormwater management is critical due to potential contaminants from automotive-related activities, such as oil, grease, heavy metals, and other pollutants. The US EPA's NPDES program requires facilities like this to implement stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and conduct regular monitoring to ensure compliance with water quality standards. The state of Alabama, through the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), oversees the permitting and enforcement of these regulations. Environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water bodies. Runoff from auto parts facilities can carry pollutants that may impair water quality if not properly managed. The facility's location in Hanceville, near the Black Warrior River watershed, underscores the importance of effective stormwater controls to protect aquatic ecosystems and downstream water resources.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Hanceville, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, increasing the potential for stormwater runoff. Industrial sites like auto parts facilities can contribute pollutants such as hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediments to local waterways. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent degradation of water quality and to comply with the Clean Water Act's goal of restoring and maintaining the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the nation's waters.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 8891 US Highway 31N in Hanceville, Cullman County, Alabama, United States.
It manages stormwater runoff from an auto parts operation, discharging it under an NPDES permit that requires pollution prevention and monitoring.
The facility is subject to the US EPA's NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges, enforced by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management.
Common pollutants include oil, grease, heavy metals (e.g., lead, copper), and sediments from vehicle parts and maintenance activities.
Stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) require best management practices (BMPs) to reduce pollutant loads, protecting water quality in nearby streams and rivers like the Black Warrior River.
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