Risk: Medium Stormwater Outfall Operational

J.R.'S TRUCKING, INC. Stormwater Outfall in Brewton, Alabama

BREWTON, Alabama, United States

Overview

J.R.'S TRUCKING, INC. is a stormwater outfall in Brewton, Alabama, United States. It operates under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations for industrial stormwater discharges.

J.R.'S TRUCKING, INC. operates a stormwater outfall located at 575 Barnett Highway in Brewton, Escambia County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial trucking site, discharging into local waterways. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, it falls under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permits, which govern stormwater discharges from industrial activities. The facility's operational status is active, and it is subject to Alabama's stormwater management requirements. Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one typically handle runoff from vehicle maintenance areas, fueling stations, and parking lots, which may contain pollutants such as oil, grease, and heavy metals. Best management practices (BMPs) are often implemented to reduce pollutant loads. Located in Brewton, the outfall discharges into the Escambia River watershed, which flows into the Gulf of Mexico. Proper stormwater management is critical to protect water quality in this region, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions helps mitigate environmental impacts from urban and industrial runoff.

Environmental context

The facility is situated in Escambia County, Alabama, within the Escambia River watershed. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management important to prevent flooding and water pollution. The outfall discharges into local streams that eventually reach the Gulf of Mexico, an ecologically sensitive area. Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and chemicals, which may impair water quality if not properly managed.

Frequently asked questions

J.R.'S TRUCKING, INC. is located at 575 Barnett Highway in Brewton, Escambia County, Alabama, United States.

It is a stormwater outfall facility that manages industrial stormwater runoff from a trucking site.

The facility is regulated under the U.S. Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permits, which require stormwater discharge controls for industrial activities.

Proper stormwater management reduces pollution from runoff, protecting water quality in the Escambia River watershed and downstream Gulf of Mexico ecosystems.

Common pollutants include sediment, oil, grease, heavy metals, and chemicals from vehicle maintenance and fueling areas.

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