COOSA VALLEY RECYCLING Stormwater Outfall, Sylacauga, Alabama | United States

COOSA VALLEY RECYCLING is a stormwater outfall facility located at 48775 HIGHWAY 280 in Sylacauga, Coosa County, Alabama, United States. The facility is currently operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area. As a stormwater outfall, it plays a key role in managing urban runoff and preventing localized flooding. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. These permits require stormwater discharges to be managed to reduce pollution and protect water quality. The facility's NAICS code 423930 indicates it is involved in recycling and waste management, suggesting the stormwater may be associated with industrial or commercial activities. Stormwater outfalls like this one are critical for conveying runoff from impervious surfaces to receiving waters. In the context of Sylacauga and Coosa County, proper stormwater management helps protect local waterways from pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals. The facility contributes to the community's resilience against flooding and environmental degradation.

The facility discharges stormwater into local water bodies in Coosa County, Alabama. Urban and industrial runoff from the surrounding area can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals. Under the NPDES MS4 program, the facility must implement best management practices to minimize pollution and protect water quality. The local climate, with seasonal rainfall, increases the importance of effective stormwater management to prevent erosion and flooding.