Overview
JWEMC - Joe Wheeler Electric Membership Corp. operates a stormwater outfall in Trinity, Alabama, managing runoff from an electric utility facility under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
JWEMC - Joe Wheeler Electric Membership Corp. is a stormwater outfall located at 25700 AL Highway 24 in Trinity, Lawrence County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an electric utility site, operating under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 permits. As a Phase II small MS4, it is subject to stormwater management requirements to control pollution discharges. The facility's technical specifications include a NAICS code of 221122 (Electric Power Distribution), indicating its industrial context. Stormwater outfalls in this sector typically manage runoff from substations, maintenance yards, and other utility infrastructure. The facility's operational status is active, and it serves the local area in Trinity, Alabama. Environmental significance lies in its role in preventing untreated stormwater runoff from entering nearby water bodies. The facility contributes to local water quality protection by managing pollutants from industrial activities. Its location in Lawrence County places it within the Tennessee River watershed, where stormwater management is critical for maintaining aquatic ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Lawrence County, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like electric utility facilities can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments. Proper management under the NPDES MS4 program helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats. The region's climate, with frequent rainfall, increases the importance of effective stormwater control to prevent flooding and erosion.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 25700 AL Highway 24 in Trinity, Lawrence County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an electric utility site, operating under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit program.
The NAICS code is 221122, which corresponds to Electric Power Distribution, indicating the industrial activity generating stormwater runoff.
The facility is subject to the US Clean Water Act and EPA NPDES MS4 regulations, which require stormwater management plans to control pollution discharges.
Stormwater from electric utility sites can contain pollutants like oil, grease, and heavy metals. Proper management prevents these from entering waterways, protecting aquatic ecosystems and public health.
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