Overview
Hinkle Contracting Corporation Attalla Plant is a stormwater outfall in Reece City, Alabama, managing runoff from an industrial catchment under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
Hinkle Contracting Corporation Attalla Plant is a stormwater outfall located at 1210 Valley Drive in Reece City, Etowah County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from an industrial site, typical of construction materials or contracting operations. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of regulated discharges under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES MS4 permit system. Industrial stormwater outfalls in Alabama are typically covered under general permits for industrial activities, requiring compliance with effluent limits and best management practices. The plant's location in an industrial area suggests its catchment includes impervious surfaces and potential pollutant sources common to contracting and construction operations. Environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water quality. Discharges from industrial stormwater outfalls can carry sediments, heavy metals, and other pollutants into nearby water bodies. The facility's compliance with NPDES requirements is critical for protecting the aquatic health of receiving waters in the Etowah County region. Proper management of stormwater runoff helps mitigate flooding and erosion while safeguarding downstream ecosystems.
Environmental context
The stormwater outfall is situated in an industrial area of Reece City, Alabama, within the Coosa River watershed. Industrial catchments like this one can contribute pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals to local waterways. The facility's discharge may affect water quality in nearby streams and rivers, which are subject to state and federal water quality standards. Effective stormwater management is essential to minimize environmental impact and comply with the Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1210 Valley Drive, Reece City, Etowah County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall, which is a discharge point for stormwater runoff from an industrial site.
The outfall is regulated under the US Clean Water Act through the NPDES MS4 permit program, which sets requirements for stormwater discharges from industrial and municipal sources.
Industrial stormwater outfalls can discharge pollutants like sediment, heavy metals, and chemicals into waterways, impacting water quality and aquatic ecosystems. Proper management is required to minimize these effects.
The NPDES program requires permits for stormwater discharges from industrial and municipal sources, setting effluent limits and requiring best management practices to reduce pollution.
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