HUNTSVILLE-MADISON COUNTY MARINA & PORT AUTHORITY Stormwater Outfall, Huntsville, Alabama

HUNTSVILLE-MADISON COUNTY MARINA & PORT AUTHORITY is a stormwater outfall located at 293 DITTO LANDING ROAD in Huntsville, Alabama, within Madison County. This facility manages stormwater runoff from the marina and port authority area, contributing to local flood control and water quality management. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into nearby water bodies, playing a key role in the region's stormwater infrastructure. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Huntsville, as a Phase II small MS4 community, is required to implement stormwater management programs to reduce pollutant discharges and protect water quality. The NAICS code 713930 indicates the facility is associated with marinas, suggesting the outfall handles runoff from boat ramps, parking areas, and other marina infrastructure. This outfall is significant for managing stormwater in the Huntsville-Madison County area, particularly for the marina and port operations along the Tennessee River. Proper stormwater management helps prevent erosion, flooding, and pollution in the river ecosystem. The facility supports local recreational and commercial activities by maintaining water quality and reducing the risk of stormwater-related issues.

The Huntsville-Madison County Marina & Port Authority outfall discharges into the Tennessee River, a major waterway in the southeastern United States. The river supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation, drinking water, and industrial purposes. Stormwater runoff from marina and port areas can contain pollutants such as oil, grease, heavy metals, and sediment from boats and parking lots. Effective management is crucial to protect the river's water quality and ecological health, especially given the area's urban and industrial activities.