H & M Golf Course Borrow Pit Stormwater Outfall, Cullman, Alabama

H & M Golf Course Borrow Pit is a stormwater outfall located at 1470 County Road 490 in Cullman, Cullman County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from the golf course and adjacent properties, discharging into local waterways. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of drainage infrastructure that helps control flooding and water quality in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater discharges from golf courses and borrow pits are typically covered under general permits for industrial or construction activities, depending on the site conditions. The NAICS code 212399 indicates the site may be associated with nonmetallic mineral mining, which has specific stormwater management requirements. In the context of Cullman, Alabama, this outfall contributes to managing runoff in a mixed urban and rural landscape. Proper stormwater management helps protect local water bodies from sediment and pollutant loads, supporting the ecological health of streams and rivers in the region. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing compliance with permit conditions and local drainage needs.

Cullman, Alabama, experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management critical for flood control and water quality. The outfall discharges into local streams that may be sensitive to sediment and nutrient pollution from urban and agricultural runoff. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program requires monitoring and best management practices to minimize environmental impact.