DUDLEY LUMBER CO INC Stormwater Outfall, Salem, Alabama | USA

DUDLEY LUMBER CO INC is a stormwater outfall located at 8775 HWY 280 E in Salem, Lee County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from industrial lumber activities, classified under NAICS codes 321113 (Sawmills) and 321999 (All Other Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for industrial stormwater permits. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES program for industrial stormwater discharges. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES permit program. The outfall likely requires compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants in stormwater runoff from lumber processing and storage areas. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing runoff from industrial sites, helping to protect local water quality in the Salem area. The facility's location in Lee County places it within the watershed of the Chattahoochee River system, which supports regional ecosystems and water supplies. Proper stormwater management at industrial facilities reduces the risk of sediment, oil, and other pollutants entering nearby streams.

Salem, Alabama, is situated in the Piedmont region, characterized by rolling hills and clay soils that can generate significant stormwater runoff during heavy rains. The area's industrial lumber operations contribute to potential stormwater pollutants such as sediment, wood debris, and petroleum products. The outfall discharges into local tributaries of the Chattahoochee River, which is a major water source for the region and supports aquatic habitats. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent erosion, flooding, and contamination of these water bodies.