GREDE II - SELMA Stormwater Outfall, Selma, Alabama

GREDE II - SELMA is a stormwater outfall located at 1244 Selfield Rd in Selma, Dallas County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater discharge from industrial operations classified under NAICS codes 331410 (Nonferrous Metal Foundries) and 331511 (Iron Foundries). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure in the region. 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. Given its industrial catchment, the outfall is subject to stormwater discharge permits that require monitoring and control of pollutants to protect receiving waters. The facility is located in an urban-industrial area of Selma, which influences the runoff characteristics. Stormwater outfalls like GREDE II - SELMA play a critical role in managing runoff from industrial sites, preventing flooding, and reducing pollutant loads to local water bodies. The facility's location in Alabama, a state with significant industrial activity, underscores its importance in maintaining water quality and compliance with environmental regulations. Effective stormwater management helps protect downstream ecosystems and community water resources.

The facility is situated in an industrial area of Selma, Alabama, where stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, sediments, and chemicals from foundry operations. Discharge from this outfall may enter local waterways that are part of the Alabama River basin. The regulatory context includes NPDES MS4 permits that require best management practices to minimize pollution. The environmental significance lies in controlling industrial runoff to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality.