JIM WALTER RESOURCES INC Stormwater Outfall, Brookwood, Alabama | United States

JIM WALTER RESOURCES INC is a stormwater outfall facility located at 13365 LOCK 17 ROAD in Brookwood, Alabama, within the United States. The facility operates under the stormwater sector, handling discharge from industrial operations classified under NAICS code 213113 (Support Activities for Coal Mining). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which regulates discharges to surface waters. The facility operates in Alabama, a state with significant industrial and mining activity. Stormwater outfalls in this region typically manage runoff from industrial sites, requiring compliance with NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The facility's location in Tuscaloosa County places it within a watershed that may drain to the Black Warrior River or its tributaries, which are important for local ecology and water supply. Environmental significance includes the potential for stormwater runoff to carry pollutants such as sediment, metals, or hydrocarbons from industrial activities. Proper management and treatment of stormwater are essential to protect water quality in receiving water bodies. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing to the broader stormwater management infrastructure in the region.

The facility is located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management critical to prevent flooding and water quality degradation. Industrial activities in the area, including coal mining support, can contribute pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons to stormwater runoff. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES permits aims to minimize these impacts on local water bodies.