HILL'S AUTO PARTS & SCRAP METAL Stormwater Outfall, LACEYS SPRING, Alabama

HILL'S AUTO PARTS & SCRAP METAL is a stormwater outfall located in LACEYS SPRING, Morgan County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial scrap metal operation, classified under NAICS 423930 (Recyclable Material Merchant Wholesalers). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for industrial stormwater discharges. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The scrap metal recycling sector is subject to stormwater discharge requirements that mandate best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments. The outfall likely serves as a point of discharge for treated or untreated runoff from the facility's impervious surfaces. Located in LACEYS SPRING, a small community in northern Alabama, the facility's stormwater management is critical for protecting local water quality. The region's hydrology includes tributaries to the Tennessee River, which is a major water resource. Proper stormwater control at this site helps prevent contamination from industrial activities, supporting downstream aquatic ecosystems and community water supplies.

The facility is situated in Morgan County, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The local environment features a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses, with the Tennessee River serving as a critical water source for drinking, recreation, and habitat. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like scrap metal facilities can carry pollutants such as heavy metals (lead, copper, zinc), oils, and sediments, which may impair water quality if not properly managed. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program aims to mitigate these impacts through site-specific stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and BMPs.