Overview
FOREST ENERGIES-SAMANTHA WOODYARD is a stormwater outfall in Samantha, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from an industrial woodyard facility under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
FOREST ENERGIES-SAMANTHA WOODYARD is a stormwater outfall located at 18879 Gorgas Road in Samantha, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. This facility handles stormwater runoff from an industrial woodyard operation, contributing to local drainage management in the region. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to EPA NPDES MS4 permit requirements. Stormwater outfalls in industrial settings like woodyards must manage runoff to prevent pollutants from entering waterways, often employing best management practices such as sediment basins or vegetative buffers. The facility's location in Alabama places it within a region with significant rainfall and potential for runoff impacts on local water bodies. Proper stormwater management at this site helps protect downstream ecosystems and comply with regulatory standards for water quality.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, an area with a humid subtropical climate and frequent heavy rainfall. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like woodyards can carry sediment, organic matter, and other pollutants into nearby streams and rivers. Effective management is crucial to prevent impairment of local water bodies, which may support aquatic life and recreational uses.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 18879 Gorgas Road in Samantha, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an industrial woodyard facility.
As a stormwater outfall in the US, it is regulated under the Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, which requires controls to reduce pollutant discharges.
Woodyards generate runoff containing sediment, bark, and other organic materials that can harm aquatic ecosystems if not properly managed.
By managing stormwater runoff, the facility helps prevent pollutants from entering nearby waterways, supporting compliance with water quality standards.
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