Overview
North Alabama Fabricating Company, Inc. operates a stormwater outfall in Cullman, Alabama, managing industrial runoff from metal fabrication activities under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
North Alabama Fabricating Company, Inc. is an operational stormwater outfall located at 1540 County Road 222 in Cullman, Cullman County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site engaged in metal fabrication (NAICS 332312), operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and Clean Water Act. As a stormwater outfall for an industrial facility, the site is subject to NPDES permitting requirements for industrial stormwater discharges, including the development of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants. The facility's location in Cullman County places it within a region where stormwater management is critical for protecting local water quality, particularly in areas with industrial activity. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing runoff from metal fabrication operations, which can contain pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments. Proper stormwater management at this site helps mitigate impacts on receiving waters, supporting compliance with Clean Water Act goals and local water quality standards in Alabama.
Environmental context
Cullman County, Alabama, features a mix of industrial and agricultural land uses, with the Black Warrior River watershed nearby. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like metal fabricators can carry pollutants such as zinc, copper, and hydrocarbons into local waterways. The facility operates under NPDES permit requirements that mandate pollution prevention measures to protect these receiving waters from degradation.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1540 County Road 222, Cullman, Alabama 35057, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall managing industrial runoff from a metal fabrication facility (NAICS 332312).
The outfall is regulated under the US EPA's NPDES program for industrial stormwater discharges, requiring a permit and a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
Common pollutants include heavy metals (e.g., zinc, copper), oils, grease, and sediments from industrial activities.
The facility implements best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment controls, spill prevention, and regular inspections to reduce pollutant runoff into nearby waterways.
Other Stormwater Outfall plants in United States · 6 nearby