FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP-GADA Stormwater Outfall, Rainbow City, Alabama

FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP-GADA is a stormwater outfall located at 108 Rainbow Industrial Blvd in Rainbow City, Etowah County, Alabama. The facility operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial and municipal sources to protect water quality. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the FedEx facility and surrounding industrial area. The facility's NAICS code 492110 indicates courier and express delivery services, suggesting the catchment includes large vehicle parking, loading docks, and impervious surfaces typical of logistics operations. Stormwater from such sites often carries pollutants like sediment, oil, and grease, requiring best management practices (BMPs) for treatment. The outfall likely discharges to a local waterbody, potentially the Coosa River system, which is a major watershed in Alabama. Operational under the Clean Water Act, this outfall must comply with stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and monitoring requirements. Its location in an industrial zone near Rainbow City underscores the importance of managing urban runoff to prevent impairment of downstream waters. The facility contributes to local flood control and water quality protection through regulated discharge management.

The outfall is situated in the Coosa River basin, a region with significant ecological importance supporting diverse aquatic life. Industrial stormwater runoff from logistics facilities can introduce pollutants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and sediment. The local climate, with frequent thunderstorms, increases runoff volumes, necessitating effective stormwater controls to protect downstream water bodies from degradation.