Overview
Former Conoco No. 01048 is a stormwater outfall in Mobile, Alabama, USA. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for stormwater discharge management.
Former Conoco No. 01048 is a stormwater outfall located at 1401 Navco Road in Mobile, Alabama, United States. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure in Mobile County, serving an area with industrial and commercial activities as indicated by its NAICS codes for gasoline stations and automotive fuel retail. The facility operates 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. As a stormwater outfall in a Phase II small MS4 area, it is subject to requirements for controlling stormwater runoff quality and quantity through best management practices. This outfall contributes to the management of stormwater in Mobile, a city with a humid subtropical climate and significant rainfall. Proper operation helps reduce the risk of flooding and pollution in local waterways, supporting community resilience and environmental health.
Environmental context
Mobile, Alabama, experiences high annual rainfall and is located near the Gulf Coast, making stormwater management critical for flood control and water quality. The outfall discharges into local water bodies that may be sensitive to pollutants from urban and industrial runoff. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to minimize impacts on aquatic ecosystems and downstream communities.
Frequently asked questions
Former Conoco No. 01048 is located at 1401 Navco Road in Mobile, Alabama, United States, in Mobile County.
It is a stormwater outfall, part of the stormwater management infrastructure that collects and discharges runoff from urban and industrial areas.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act and the NPDES MS4 permit program, which regulates stormwater discharges from municipal separate storm sewer systems.
Effective stormwater management reduces flood risk, prevents erosion, and protects water quality in local rivers and Mobile Bay, supporting public safety and environmental health.
Common pollutants include sediment, oil and grease, heavy metals, nutrients, and pathogens from urban and industrial runoff, which are managed through best management practices.
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