NORTHERN AIR CARGO ANCHORAGE Stormwater Outfall, Anchorage, Alaska

NORTHERN AIR CARGO ANCHORAGE is a stormwater outfall located at 3900 W INTL ARPRT in Anchorage, Alaska, United States. It serves an industrial catchment area associated with air cargo operations at the airport. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways. In the United States, stormwater discharges from industrial facilities are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. Facilities like this one typically require an NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity. The permit requires implementation of a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and monitoring of effluent. The facility is located in Anchorage Municipality, Alaska, a region with a subarctic climate. Stormwater management in cold climates must address challenges such as snowmelt, frozen ground, and potential contaminants from deicing agents used at airports. Proper treatment and control of runoff are essential to protect receiving waters in the area.

The outfall discharges stormwater from an industrial airport facility, which may contain pollutants such as deicing fluids, fuels, and heavy metals. The receiving waters in the Anchorage area are part of the Cook Inlet watershed, which supports salmon and other aquatic life. Effective stormwater management is critical to prevent contamination and comply with water quality standards under the Clean Water Act.