Overview
JASPER OIL COMPANY FORMER HANDY DANDY 12 is a stormwater outfall in Jasper, Alabama, United States. It is operational and serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the former industrial site.
JASPER OIL COMPANY FORMER HANDY DANDY 12 is a stormwater outfall located at 1385 Arkadelphia Road in Jasper, Walker County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from a former oil company site, contributing to local drainage and water quality management in the region. As a stormwater outfall, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Stormwater outfalls like this one are typically subject to MS4 permits for municipal separate storm sewer systems, especially in urbanized areas. The facility's location in Jasper, Alabama, places it within a region where stormwater management is critical for protecting local waterways from pollutants carried by runoff. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing stormwater from a former industrial property. Proper operation helps prevent contamination of nearby water bodies, supporting local water quality goals. The facility is part of a broader network of stormwater infrastructure in Walker County, contributing to flood control and environmental protection in the community.
Environmental context
The stormwater outfall is located in Jasper, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management important for preventing erosion and pollutant transport. Discharge from this outfall may affect local streams and rivers, which are used for recreation and water supply. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act ensures that stormwater discharges meet water quality standards to protect aquatic ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1385 Arkadelphia Road in Jasper, Walker County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall, which is a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the former oil company site.
Stormwater outfalls in Alabama are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES permits, including MS4 permits for municipal systems and industrial stormwater permits.
Stormwater outfalls help control the flow and quality of runoff, reducing pollutants like sediment, oil, and chemicals from entering waterways, thereby protecting aquatic habitats and drinking water sources.
The US EPA establishes national standards for stormwater discharges under the Clean Water Act, and states like Alabama implement these through NPDES permitting programs.
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