KENNEDY GALVANIZING, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Hanceville, Alabama

KENNEDY GALVANIZING, INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 301 Industrial Boulevard SE in Hanceville, Cullman County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site classified under NAICS 332812 (Metal Coating, Engraving, and Allied Services). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of point sources regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically under NPDES MS4 permits for industrial stormwater discharges. The NAICS code indicates the site engages in metal coating processes, which typically involve handling of chemicals and metals that can be mobilized by stormwater runoff. Standard best management practices for such facilities include sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring of effluent quality. Located in Hanceville, Alabama, the outfall discharges into local waterways that are part of the Black Warrior River watershed. The facility's operational status and compliance with NPDES permit conditions are critical for protecting water quality in the region. Effective stormwater management at industrial sites like this helps prevent contamination of receiving waters from pollutants such as heavy metals and suspended solids.

The facility is situated in an industrial area of Hanceville, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. Stormwater runoff from metal coating operations can carry pollutants like zinc, chromium, and oils. The local environmental context includes potential impacts on aquatic ecosystems if discharges are not properly managed. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program aims to minimize these risks through permit limits and monitoring requirements.