JACKSON GRAVEL MINE Stormwater Outfall, Jackson, Alabama

JACKSON GRAVEL MINE is a stormwater outfall located at 784 Bay Martin Rd., Jackson, Clarke County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 212321 (Construction Sand and Gravel Mining), indicating its role in managing stormwater runoff from gravel mining operations. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater discharges from industrial activities like mining are typically regulated under NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits or individual permits, requiring implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans and best management practices to control pollutants. The facility's location in Clarke County, Alabama, places it within the Mobile River Basin, a region with significant ecological importance. Proper stormwater management at mining sites is crucial to prevent sediment and other pollutants from impacting local waterways. The operational status indicates ongoing compliance with applicable stormwater regulations.

The facility is located in Clarke County, Alabama, within the Mobile River Basin, which drains into the Mobile Bay estuary. This region supports diverse aquatic habitats and is sensitive to sediment runoff from industrial activities like gravel mining. Stormwater discharges from the site must be managed to prevent erosion and sedimentation, which can degrade water quality and impact downstream ecosystems.