Overview
CORNELIUS LUMBER COMPANY, INC. operates a stormwater outfall in Cherokee, Alabama, managing runoff from industrial lumber operations under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
CORNELIUS LUMBER COMPANY, INC. operates a stormwater outfall facility located at 2285 Margerun Road in Cherokee, Colbert County, Alabama, United States. This industrial facility manages stormwater runoff from lumber processing activities, contributing to local drainage and water quality management in the Tennessee River watershed. The facility operates under the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs stormwater discharges from industrial activities. As a stormwater outfall in Alabama, it is subject to state-level implementation of the Clean Water Act, including monitoring requirements for pollutants such as sediment and chemicals common to lumber operations. This outfall plays a role in managing runoff from a key industrial sector in the region, helping to mitigate potential impacts on receiving waters. The facility's location in a rural area of Colbert County underscores the importance of stormwater controls for industrial sites to protect local waterways and comply with federal and state regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Tennessee River basin, where stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry sediment, organic matter, and chemicals into nearby streams. Alabama's stormwater program under the EPA requires industrial facilities to implement best management practices to reduce pollution. The local climate, with frequent rainfall, increases the potential for runoff events, making proper stormwater management critical for protecting aquatic habitats and downstream water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 2285 Margerun Road in Cherokee, Colbert County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall facility managing runoff from industrial lumber operations, regulated under the EPA NPDES program.
Under the Clean Water Act, the EPA's NPDES program requires industrial facilities to obtain permits for stormwater discharges, implement pollution prevention plans, and use best management practices to control runoff.
Common pollutants include sediment, wood debris, oils, and chemicals used in wood treatment, which can harm aquatic life if not properly managed.
The Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES program in the state, issuing permits and enforcing compliance with federal stormwater regulations.
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