CHART (FORMERLY WORTHINGTON CRYOGENICS) THEODORE Stormwater Outfall, Theodore, Alabama | USA

CHART (FORMERLY WORTHINGTON CRYOGENICS) THEODORE is a stormwater outfall located at 4075 Hamilton Blvd, Theodore, Alabama, in Mobile County. The facility is operational and serves an industrial site classified under NAICS codes 332420 (Metal Tank Manufacturing) and 336992 (Military Armored Vehicle, Tank, and Tank Component Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the industrial catchment area, discharging into local waterways. In the United States, stormwater outfalls are regulated under the Clean Water Act, specifically through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. Industrial facilities are required to obtain NPDES permits for stormwater discharges, often under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) or individual permits. The facility's stormwater management likely includes best management practices (BMPs) such as sedimentation basins, oil-water separators, or filtration systems to control pollutants. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on receiving waters in the Mobile Bay watershed. Industrial stormwater can carry pollutants like heavy metals, oils, and sediments. Proper management is critical to protect water quality and aquatic habitats in the region. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions ensures that discharges meet established limits to minimize ecological harm.

The outfall discharges into the Mobile Bay watershed, which is a vital estuarine ecosystem supporting diverse aquatic life and commercial fisheries. Industrial stormwater runoff from facilities like this can introduce pollutants such as metals, hydrocarbons, and suspended solids. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES permits aims to mitigate these impacts through treatment and monitoring requirements.