Overview
LKQ BARBERS is a stormwater outfall located in Ardmore, Alabama, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for stormwater discharges.
LKQ BARBERS is a stormwater outfall facility situated at 29290 Mangum Drive in Ardmore, Limestone County, Alabama, United States. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, likely associated with industrial or commercial activities given the facility name. The facility is operational and falls under the regulatory oversight of the US Environmental Protection Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program. In Alabama, stormwater discharges are regulated under the Clean Water Act, with permits issued by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) or EPA. The facility's location in Limestone County places it within the Tennessee River basin, a region with significant agricultural and industrial activity. Stormwater outfalls like LKQ BARBERS are subject to monitoring and best management practices to control pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water quality. Discharges from industrial or urban catchments can carry pollutants that affect downstream water bodies. Proper management and compliance with permit conditions are essential to protect aquatic ecosystems and public health. The facility's role in the local stormwater infrastructure contributes to flood control and water quality management in the Ardmore area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Tennessee River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for recreation and water supply. Stormwater runoff from industrial and urban areas in Limestone County can introduce pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals into local streams. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to minimize these impacts through permit conditions and best management practices.
Frequently asked questions
LKQ BARBERS is located at 29290 Mangum Drive in Ardmore, Limestone County, Alabama, United States.
LKQ BARBERS is a stormwater outfall, which is a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area.
Stormwater outfalls in Alabama are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the NPDES MS4 permit program, administered by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management or the EPA.
Common pollutants from stormwater outfalls include sediment, nutrients, heavy metals, oil and grease, and pathogens, which can originate from urban and industrial runoff.
LKQ BARBERS discharges stormwater into the Tennessee River watershed, potentially affecting water quality and aquatic habitats. Proper management helps mitigate pollution and protect downstream uses.
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