Overview
GROOMS ALUMINUM PROCESSING, LLC operates a stormwater outfall in Ashville, Alabama, managing runoff from an industrial facility under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
GROOMS ALUMINUM PROCESSING, LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 615 Industrial Park Drive in Ashville, St. Clair County, Alabama, United States. The facility manages stormwater runoff from an aluminum processing plant classified under NAICS 331314 (Secondary Smelting and Alloying of Aluminum). As an operational stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs discharges from industrial facilities to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act. In Alabama, stormwater discharges from industrial activities are regulated under the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP), which requires facilities to develop and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The permit includes monitoring requirements for pollutants of concern, such as total suspended solids, pH, and metals like aluminum. The facility's location in an industrial park suggests a catchment area with impervious surfaces and potential exposure to manufacturing byproducts. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its discharge to local waterways in the Coosa River basin. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants that impair water quality, affecting aquatic habitats and downstream uses. Effective management through best management practices (BMPs) and regular monitoring helps mitigate these impacts, supporting the ecological health of the region's water resources.
Environmental context
The stormwater outfall discharges into the Coosa River watershed, a system supporting diverse aquatic life and serving as a drinking water source. Industrial runoff from aluminum processing may introduce metals and sediments, requiring careful management under the Clean Water Act to prevent water quality impairment. The facility operates in a region with a humid subtropical climate, where intense rainfall events can increase runoff volumes and pollutant loads.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 615 Industrial Park Drive in Ashville, St. Clair County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an aluminum processing facility, regulated under the US EPA NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit.
The facility operates under NAICS code 331314, which covers secondary smelting and alloying of aluminum.
Stormwater discharges from industrial facilities in Alabama are regulated under the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP), requiring a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and monitoring for pollutants.
The Clean Water Act prohibits unauthorized discharges and requires permits for stormwater outfalls, ensuring that runoff does not impair water quality in receiving waters like the Coosa River.
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