OSBORN TRANSPORTATION Stormwater Outfall, Rainbow City, Alabama | US Stormwater Facility

OSBORN TRANSPORTATION is a stormwater outfall located at 1245 West Grand Avenue in Rainbow City, Etowah County, Alabama, United States. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure serving the local transportation sector, classified under NAICS code 484230 for specialized freight trucking. As a stormwater outfall, this facility discharges stormwater runoff from transportation-related activities. It operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES program, including permits for stormwater discharges from industrial and transportation facilities. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing stormwater runoff from transportation infrastructure. Proper management helps prevent pollutants such as sediments, oils, and heavy metals from entering local water bodies. The facility's location in Rainbow City, near the Coosa River, underscores the importance of effective stormwater control to protect water quality in the region.

The outfall is located in Rainbow City, Alabama, within the Coosa River watershed. Stormwater runoff from transportation facilities can carry pollutants like sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals. The facility's discharge may affect local water quality, especially during heavy rainfall events. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES MS4 program aims to minimize these impacts through best management practices and monitoring.