ELECTRIC SOUTH Stormwater Outfall, Robertsdale, Alabama

ELECTRIC SOUTH is a stormwater outfall located at 17175 John Glenn Avenue in Robertsdale, Alabama, within Baldwin County. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, likely including industrial and urban catchments. The facility is operational and falls 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. In Alabama, stormwater management is overseen by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which implements the NPDES program. The facility's NAICS code 335313 indicates it is associated with electrical equipment manufacturing, suggesting the outfall may handle runoff from an industrial site. Stormwater outfalls like this one are designed to convey runoff to receiving waters, often requiring permits that mandate best management practices (BMPs) to control pollution. The environmental significance of ELECTRIC SOUTH lies in its role in managing stormwater quality and quantity in the Robertsdale area. Proper operation helps prevent flooding and reduces pollutant loads to local water bodies, supporting compliance with water quality standards. The facility contributes to the community's stormwater infrastructure, which is critical for protecting public health and the environment.

The facility is located in Baldwin County, Alabama, an area with a humid subtropical climate and significant rainfall, which can lead to high stormwater runoff volumes. The outfall likely discharges to a local water body that may be sensitive to pollutants from urban and industrial sources. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES MS4 program requires the facility to implement controls to minimize the impact of runoff on receiving waters, particularly if the receiving water is impaired.