MOBILE IMPORT SALVAGE CO Stormwater Outfall, Theodore, Alabama

MOBILE IMPORT SALVAGE CO is a stormwater outfall located at 7471-B Theodore Dawes Road in Theodore, Alabama. The facility operates in the United States under the jurisdiction of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial and municipal sources. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from an industrial catchment, likely associated with the NAICS code 423110 (Automobile and Other Motor Vehicle Merchant Wholesalers). The facility is operational and situated in Mobile County, Alabama, a region with a humid subtropical climate characterized by heavy rainfall, particularly during hurricane season. Stormwater management in this area is critical to prevent flooding and reduce pollutant loads to local water bodies. The outfall likely discharges into a nearby waterway, potentially the Mobile River or Mobile Bay, which are part of the larger Mobile-Tensaw River Delta ecosystem. Environmental significance includes the potential for stormwater runoff to carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals from industrial activities. Compliance with NPDES MS4 permits requires implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to minimize these impacts. The facility's role in managing stormwater helps protect downstream water quality and supports community resilience against flooding.

Theodore, Alabama, lies within the Mobile-Tensaw River Delta, one of the largest river deltas in the United States, supporting diverse aquatic habitats. Stormwater runoff from industrial areas like this can introduce pollutants such as hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediment into sensitive estuarine environments. The region's high annual rainfall and flat topography increase flood risk, making effective stormwater management essential for protecting water quality and ecosystem health.