Clements Road Borrow/Spoil Site Stormwater Outfall, Coaling, Alabama

Clements Road Borrow/Spoil Site is a stormwater outfall facility located in Coaling, Alabama, within the United States. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), which governs stormwater discharges through Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, likely including urban and industrial catchments in Tuscaloosa County. The facility is situated in a region with a humid subtropical climate, characterized by significant rainfall throughout the year. This climatic condition necessitates robust stormwater management to control runoff and prevent flooding. The outfall likely discharges into local water bodies, which may be subject to water quality standards under the Clean Water Act. The facility's operational status indicates it is actively managing stormwater flows. Environmental significance lies in its role in mitigating the impacts of stormwater runoff, which can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals into receiving waters. Proper management helps protect water quality in downstream ecosystems. The facility contributes to community resilience by reducing flood risks and supporting compliance with federal and state stormwater regulations.

The facility operates in the Black Warrior River watershed, which drains into the Mobile River Basin. Stormwater runoff from urban and industrial areas in Tuscaloosa County can carry pollutants that affect water quality. The region's clay soils and rolling topography increase runoff volumes during heavy rains. Effective stormwater management at this outfall helps reduce sediment and contaminant loads to local streams, supporting aquatic habitat and downstream water uses.