Overview
NORTHWEST ALABAMA REGIONAL AIRPORT stormwater outfall in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, manages runoff from airport and industrial areas under EPA NPDES MS4 permit.
NORTHWEST ALABAMA REGIONAL AIRPORT is a stormwater outfall located in Muscle Shoals, Colbert County, Alabama, United States. It serves the airport and surrounding industrial areas, managing stormwater runoff to comply with federal regulations. As a Phase II small MS4, it operates under the EPA's NPDES permit program. The facility's stormwater system handles runoff from impervious surfaces such as runways, taxiways, parking lots, and industrial facilities. The outfall discharges into local waterways, requiring compliance with the Clean Water Act. Typical stormwater management includes detention basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring. This outfall plays a key role in preventing flooding and reducing pollutant loads to receiving waters. It supports the airport's operations while protecting water quality in the Tennessee River basin. Regulatory oversight ensures adherence to best management practices and permit conditions.
Environmental context
The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and drinking water. Urban and industrial runoff from the airport can carry pollutants like sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons. Regulatory compliance under the Clean Water Act is critical to protect water quality in this region.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 1729 T Ed Campbell Drive, Muscle Shoals, Alabama 35661, United States.
It manages stormwater runoff from the airport and adjacent industrial areas, discharging treated runoff into local waterways under an EPA NPDES MS4 permit.
It operates under the EPA's NPDES Phase II MS4 permit program, which requires stormwater management plans, best management practices, and monitoring to comply with the Clean Water Act.
Airport stormwater systems use detention basins, oil-water separators, and regular maintenance to remove pollutants like sediment, oil, and deicing chemicals before discharge.
The Tennessee River supports diverse aquatic ecosystems, provides drinking water, and offers recreational opportunities. Proper stormwater management is essential to prevent pollution and maintain water quality.
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