GH METAL SOLUTIONS, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Fort Payne, Alabama

GH METAL SOLUTIONS, INC. is an operational stormwater outfall located at 2890 Airport Road W, Fort Payne, Alabama, in DeKalb County. The facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site classified under NAICS 332322 (Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs industrial stormwater discharges to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act. The facility operates within Alabama's regulatory environment, where industrial stormwater permits require implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants. Given its industrial catchment, the outfall likely handles runoff from manufacturing activities, which may include metals, oils, and sediments. The facility's scale is typical for a small-to-medium industrial site, with discharge volumes dependent on local rainfall patterns. Environmental significance lies in its role in managing stormwater quality in the Fort Payne area, which is part of the Tennessee River watershed. Proper operation helps protect downstream water bodies from industrial pollutants. The facility contributes to local water quality management by adhering to NPDES permit conditions, including monitoring and reporting requirements.

The facility is located in Fort Payne, Alabama, within the Tennessee River basin. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant seasonal rainfall, making stormwater management critical to prevent flooding and pollutant runoff. Industrial activities in the area, including metal fabrication, can introduce heavy metals and other contaminants into stormwater, posing risks to aquatic ecosystems. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and Alabama's NPDES program aims to mitigate these impacts through permit conditions and BMPs.