GUIN BORROW PIT Stormwater Outfall, Guin, Alabama

GUIN BORROW PIT is a stormwater outfall located in Guin, Alabama, United States. The facility is situated on Marion County Highway 50, approximately 2.6 miles northeast of Guin. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the surrounding area, which includes both urban and rural land uses typical of this region in western Alabama. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater outfalls like GUIN BORROW PIT are often covered under municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) permits, which require monitoring and management of stormwater discharges to protect water quality. The NAICS code 212321 indicates the site is associated with construction sand and gravel mining, suggesting the outfall may handle runoff from industrial or mining activities. Stormwater management in this area is important for protecting local waterways, including tributaries of the Tombigbee River. Proper operation of the outfall helps reduce flooding risks and minimizes the transport of pollutants such as sediment and chemicals into downstream water bodies. The facility contributes to the community's infrastructure for managing stormwater runoff effectively.

The GUIN BORROW PIT outfall discharges stormwater into local waterways in Marion County, Alabama. The region's climate features frequent thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, which can generate significant runoff. The outfall's catchment includes areas of construction sand and gravel mining, which may contribute sediment and other pollutants. Effective stormwater management is essential to protect water quality in the Tombigbee River watershed and to comply with NPDES permit requirements under the Clean Water Act.