JOY GLOBAL CONVEYORS, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Winfield, Alabama

JOY GLOBAL CONVEYORS, INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 438 Industrial Drive in Winfield, Marion County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site classified under NAICS codes 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing) and 333922 (Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of point sources regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). In the United States, stormwater discharges from industrial activities are regulated under the Clean Water Act, specifically through NPDES permits for industrial stormwater. Facilities like this one must implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and may be subject to monitoring requirements to ensure compliance with water quality standards. The facility's location in Alabama places it under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which administers the NPDES program in the state. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential to affect local water bodies in the Marion County area. Industrial stormwater can carry pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments. Proper management and treatment of stormwater runoff are critical to protecting the ecological health of receiving waters. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing to the overall management of stormwater in the region.

The facility is located in Winfield, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. Industrial stormwater discharges from manufacturing operations can introduce pollutants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and suspended solids into local waterways. The region's climate, with frequent rainfall, increases the potential for runoff events. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program ensures that stormwater management practices are implemented to minimize environmental impact.