CHATHAM OIL CO INC Stormwater Outfall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama | United States

CHATHAM OIL CO INC is a stormwater outfall located at 3509 Culver Rd. #204 Eutaw Hwy in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States. This facility is part of the industrial sector, managing stormwater runoff from an oil-related site. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, operating under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act and Alabama's NPDES MS4 permit program. The facility operates in Tuscaloosa County, which is subject to Phase II MS4 requirements due to its urbanized area designation. Stormwater outfalls like this one are typically regulated through general permits for industrial activities, requiring implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants. The site's location near the Black Warrior River watershed adds significance to its discharge quality. Environmental significance is tied to the potential for industrial runoff to impact receiving waters. The outfall's discharge may affect local water bodies, including those used for recreation and drinking water. Proper management of stormwater from this facility helps protect water quality in the region, aligning with the goals of the Clean Water Act to reduce pollution from point sources.

The facility is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management critical. Industrial catchments like this one can contribute pollutants such as oil, grease, and heavy metals to receiving waters. The outfall discharges into a water body that may be used for downstream water supply or recreation, necessitating effective pollution controls under the NPDES program.