ELLENBURG PIT-1 Stormwater Outfall, Webb, Alabama | United States

ELLENBURG PIT-1 is a stormwater outfall located in Webb, Houston County, Alabama, United States. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, which includes industrial activities associated with NAICS code 212321 (construction sand and gravel mining). The facility is operational and falls under the regulatory oversight of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program. In Alabama, stormwater outfalls like ELLENBURG PIT-1 are subject to state and federal regulations aimed at controlling pollution from stormwater discharges. The facility's location in a county with industrial mining activity means that runoff may contain sediments and other pollutants typical of construction material extraction sites. Compliance with NPDES permits requires monitoring of discharge quality and implementation of best management practices to minimize environmental impact. The environmental significance of ELLENBURG PIT-1 lies in its role in managing stormwater from an industrial catchment. Proper operation helps prevent erosion, sedimentation, and contamination of local water bodies. The outfall contributes to the overall stormwater infrastructure in Webb, supporting community resilience against flooding and water quality degradation.

The facility is located in Houston County, Alabama, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses, including sand and gravel mining. Stormwater runoff from such industrial sites can carry high sediment loads and potential contaminants, impacting local streams and rivers. The outfall discharges into a watershed that may be sensitive to sedimentation, necessitating effective erosion control and stormwater management practices to protect aquatic habitats.