Overview
J & L Fabricators, Inc. operates a stormwater outfall in Leeds, Alabama, managing industrial stormwater discharges under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
J & L Fabricators, Inc. is a stormwater outfall facility located at 1563 Parkway Drive South West in Leeds, Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from an industrial site, with NAICS codes 332312 and 332313 indicating fabricated structural metal product manufacturing. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial activities. As part of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) framework, this outfall is subject to permitting requirements that include stormwater pollution prevention plans and monitoring to ensure compliance with water quality standards. Environmental significance of this facility lies in its role in managing industrial stormwater runoff in the Jefferson County area. Proper treatment and control of stormwater discharges are critical to protecting local water bodies from pollutants such as metals, sediments, and chemicals associated with metal fabrication activities. The facility contributes to the broader stormwater management infrastructure in Leeds and the surrounding region.
Environmental context
The facility discharges stormwater from an industrial site in Leeds, Alabama, which is part of the Cahaba River watershed. The Cahaba River is known for its high biodiversity, including numerous fish and mussel species. Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants like heavy metals and sediment, posing risks to aquatic ecosystems. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to minimize these impacts through NPDES permits and best management practices.
Frequently asked questions
J & L Fabricators, Inc. is located at 1563 Parkway Drive South West in Leeds, Jefferson County, Alabama, United States.
J & L Fabricators, Inc. operates a stormwater outfall that discharges industrial stormwater runoff from metal fabrication activities, regulated under the US EPA NPDES program.
The facility has NAICS codes 332312 (Fabricated Structural Metal Manufacturing) and 332313 (Plate Work Manufacturing).
Stormwater outfalls in the US are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the NPDES program, including MS4 permits for municipal systems and industrial stormwater permits for facilities like J & L Fabricators.
Industrial stormwater runoff can contain pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments that harm water quality and aquatic life. Proper management through permits and treatment helps protect local waterways.
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