Overview
CLAIRE AIR FACILITY, TATONDUK OUTFITTER LIMITED is an operational stormwater outfall in Fairbanks, Alaska. It manages runoff from an industrial area under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
CLAIRE AIR FACILITY, TATONDUK OUTFITTER LIMITED is a stormwater outfall located at 5525 Airport Industrial Rd in Fairbanks, Alaska. It operates within the Fairbanks North Star Borough and serves an industrial catchment area, typical of facilities managing runoff from airports and related infrastructure. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility is subject to the Clean Water Act and likely operates under an NPDES MS4 permit, either as part of a Phase I large municipality or Phase II small municipality program. The facility's discharge point manages stormwater runoff from the surrounding industrial zone, which may include pollutants such as sediment, oil, and grease. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in controlling runoff quality before discharge into local water bodies. Given Fairbanks' subarctic climate, seasonal snowmelt and permafrost dynamics influence stormwater management. Proper operation helps protect downstream aquatic habitats and complies with Alaska's water quality standards.
Environmental context
Fairbanks, Alaska, experiences a subarctic climate with long winters and short summers, leading to unique stormwater challenges such as snowmelt runoff and permafrost thaw. The facility's discharge may enter the Tanana River watershed, which supports salmon and other cold-water species. Industrial catchments like airports can contribute pollutants including de-icing fluids, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons, requiring effective treatment to prevent impairment of receiving waters.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 5525 Airport Industrial Rd in Fairbanks, Alaska, within the Fairbanks North Star Borough.
It manages stormwater runoff from an industrial area, including airport-related activities, by discharging collected runoff into local water bodies under NPDES MS4 permit requirements.
As a US facility, it is regulated under the Clean Water Act and likely covered by an NPDES MS4 permit, which sets limits on pollutant discharges and requires stormwater management plans.
Common pollutants include de-icing fluids (ethylene glycol, propylene glycol), sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals from aircraft and vehicle operations.
The subarctic climate with snowmelt and permafrost requires special considerations for runoff volume and timing, as well as treatment effectiveness during cold temperatures.
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