Kirkpatrick Concrete, Inc. - Stevenson Plant Stormwater Outfall, Stevenson, Alabama

Kirkpatrick Concrete, Inc. - Stevenson Plant is a stormwater outfall located at 55 County Road 137 in Stevenson, Jackson County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a concrete manufacturing site (NAICS 327320), operating under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and NPDES MS4 permits. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, with its scale typical for an industrial facility in the region. The facility operates under Alabama's stormwater permitting program, which implements EPA's Phase II MS4 requirements for industrial sites. Concrete manufacturing facilities like this one must manage runoff from material storage, production areas, and vehicle traffic to prevent sediment and pollutant discharge. The outfall likely includes best management practices such as sediment basins or retention ponds to treat runoff before release. This outfall contributes to stormwater management in the Stevenson area, helping to protect local water quality in Jackson County. Proper operation of such facilities is critical for minimizing the impact of industrial runoff on nearby streams and rivers, supporting community and environmental health in the Tennessee Valley region.

The facility is located in Jackson County, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like this concrete plant can carry sediment, heavy metals, and other pollutants if not properly managed. The region's climate, with frequent rainfall and occasional heavy storms, increases the risk of runoff events. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to ensure that discharges do not impair local water bodies, which support aquatic life and recreational uses.