Overview
Industrial Waste Inc - Reeves Road Landfill is a stormwater outfall in Anniston, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from an industrial landfill site under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
Industrial Waste Inc - Reeves Road Landfill is a stormwater outfall facility located at 1473 Reaves Rd in Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the landfill site, which is classified under the industrial sector. As a stormwater outfall, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). It is subject to MS4 permit requirements, which govern stormwater discharges from industrial facilities to protect water quality. The facility's location in Alabama places it within a region with significant rainfall, making stormwater management critical for preventing erosion and pollutant transport. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing runoff from a landfill, which can contain pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and organic matter. Proper operation ensures compliance with water quality standards and protects downstream water bodies in the Coosa River basin. The facility contributes to local flood control and groundwater recharge efforts.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Anniston, Alabama, within the Coosa River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with high annual rainfall, increasing the potential for stormwater runoff and erosion. The landfill site may generate runoff containing pollutants like sediment, nutrients, and industrial chemicals, necessitating effective stormwater management to protect local streams and the Coosa River. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act ensures that discharges meet water quality standards.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1473 Reaves Rd in Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an industrial landfill site.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial sites.
Landfill runoff can carry pollutants like sediment, heavy metals, and organic matter, so proper management prevents contamination of nearby water bodies.
MS4 permits require facilities to implement stormwater control measures to reduce pollutant discharges and protect water quality.
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