IKO SOUTHEAST, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Sylacauga, Alabama | USA

IKO SOUTHEAST, INC. operates a stormwater outfall located at 1708 Sylacauga-Fayetteville Hwy in Sylacauga, Talladega County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial site classified under NAICS 324122 (Asphalt Shingle and Coating Materials Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, playing a key role in managing stormwater quality and quantity. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater discharges from industrial activities are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The outfall is subject to monitoring and best management practices to control pollutants and protect receiving waters. Located in Sylacauga, the outfall contributes to local stormwater management in an area with mixed industrial and residential land use. Proper operation helps prevent flooding and reduces pollutant loads to nearby streams, supporting water quality goals in the Coosa River basin. The facility's compliance with NPDES requirements is essential for environmental protection in the region.

The stormwater outfall discharges into local waterways within the Coosa River basin, a region with significant ecological importance. Industrial runoff from asphalt manufacturing can contain pollutants such as suspended solids, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons. Effective stormwater management is critical to prevent degradation of water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's location in an industrial area increases the potential for pollutant loading, necessitating robust best management practices and regular monitoring under NPDES permits.