NEWMAN TECHNOLOGIES ALABAMA Stormwater Outfall in Albertville, Alabama

NEWMAN TECHNOLOGIES ALABAMA is a stormwater outfall located at the intersection of George Wallace Dr and Railroad Ave in Albertville, Alabama. The facility serves an industrial catchment area, with associated NAICS codes including industrial building construction, utility system construction, and automobile manufacturing. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, operating under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and EPA's NPDES MS4 permit program. The facility is classified as a stormwater outfall, a common infrastructure component for managing urban and industrial runoff. In Alabama, stormwater management is regulated by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) under the NPDES program. The outfall likely serves a medium-scale industrial catchment, typical for facilities in mixed-use industrial zones. Operational status is confirmed as active, ensuring ongoing management of stormwater discharges. Environmental significance lies in its role in controlling pollution from industrial and construction activities. Proper operation helps prevent contaminants like sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons from reaching receiving waters. The outfall contributes to local flood control and water quality protection in the Tennessee River basin, supporting community and ecological health in Albertville and downstream areas.

The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides drinking water for downstream communities. Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and heavy metals, posing risks to water quality. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act requires permits and best management practices to minimize these impacts, particularly in areas with industrial activity like Albertville.