EARLEY LUMBER CO Stormwater Outfall, Carbon Hill, Alabama | United States

EARLEY LUMBER CO is a stormwater outfall located at 482 SW 1st Avenue in Carbon Hill, Alabama, within the United States. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure for an industrial lumber operation, handling runoff from the site to prevent flooding and control pollutant discharge. As a stormwater outfall in Alabama, the facility operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program, which regulates discharges to surface waters. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) oversees stormwater management through Phase I and Phase II MS4 permits, requiring industrial facilities to implement best management practices (BMPs) to reduce pollutants in runoff. The facility's location in Walker County places it within a region with mixed land use, including industrial and residential areas. Proper stormwater management at EARLEY LUMBER CO helps protect local water quality and reduces the risk of flooding in Carbon Hill. Compliance with NPDES permit conditions is essential for minimizing environmental impact.

The facility discharges stormwater runoff from an industrial lumber site, which may contain pollutants such as sediment, oil, and debris. In Alabama, stormwater discharges are regulated under the Clean Water Act to protect receiving water bodies. The local watershed likely supports aquatic habitats and may be used for recreation or drinking water, making effective stormwater treatment important for ecosystem health.