MARTINREA TUSCALOOSA, INC. Stormwater Outfall in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

MARTINREA TUSCALOOSA, INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 1150 Industrial Park Drive in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves industrial activities associated with NAICS codes 236210 (Industrial Building Construction), 336390 (Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing), and 336399 (All Other Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the industrial park, discharging into local waterways. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Tuscaloosa is subject to Phase II MS4 requirements due to its population size, which mandates stormwater management programs to reduce pollutant discharges. The outfall likely handles runoff from manufacturing and industrial operations, with typical pollutants including sediments, oils, and heavy metals. Environmental significance lies in its role in managing industrial stormwater runoff to protect water quality in the Black Warrior River watershed. The facility's compliance with NPDES permits is crucial for minimizing impacts on aquatic ecosystems. As part of Alabama's stormwater infrastructure, it contributes to regional flood control and pollution prevention efforts.

The facility discharges into the Black Warrior River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water for the region. Industrial stormwater runoff from the Tuscaloosa area can carry pollutants such as sediments, hydrocarbons, and metals, posing risks to water quality. The facility's operation under NPDES MS4 permits is essential for mitigating these impacts and maintaining compliance with the Clean Water Act.