OXFORD MANUFACTURING, LLC Stormwater Outfall in Selma, Alabama

OXFORD MANUFACTURING, LLC is an industrial facility located at 911 Ravenwood Drive in Selma, Dallas County, Alabama, United States. The facility operates a stormwater outfall that discharges industrial stormwater runoff, classified under NAICS code 332999 (All Other Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Clean Water Act's industrial stormwater regulations. The facility's stormwater management is governed by the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities, which requires implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants in runoff. The outfall discharges into local waterways within the Alabama River basin, which ultimately drains to the Gulf of Mexico. Typical stormwater controls at such facilities include sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring for pollutants such as total suspended solids, oil and grease, and metals. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on receiving water bodies in the region. The Alabama River and its tributaries support diverse aquatic ecosystems and are used for recreation and water supply. Proper stormwater management at industrial sites like OXFORD MANUFACTURING, LLC is critical to prevent contamination from heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and other industrial pollutants that could degrade water quality and harm aquatic life.

The facility is located in Selma, Alabama, within the Alabama River watershed, which drains to the Gulf of Mexico. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, leading to substantial stormwater runoff. Industrial stormwater discharges can carry pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments, potentially impacting water quality in receiving streams. The Alabama River supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for drinking water, recreation, and fisheries, making effective stormwater management essential to protect these resources.