PARKER PIT Stormwater Outfall, Bakerhill, Alabama | United States

PARKER PIT is a stormwater outfall located in Bakerhill, Alabama, United States. It serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff in the Barbour County area, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the infrastructure that helps manage urban and industrial runoff to prevent flooding and protect water quality. The facility operates under the Clean Water Act, which governs stormwater discharges through NPDES permits. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers these permits. Stormwater outfalls like PARKER PIT are typically associated with municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s) or industrial facilities, and their discharges must comply with water quality standards to minimize pollution of receiving waters. PARKER PIT plays a role in managing stormwater in Bakerhill, contributing to local flood control and environmental protection. Proper management of stormwater outfalls is critical to reducing the impact of runoff on nearby water bodies, particularly in areas with urban development or industrial activity. The facility's location near SR 95 across from Woodlawn Drive places it in a context where stormwater management supports community resilience and regulatory compliance.

The facility discharges stormwater runoff in Barbour County, Alabama, an area with a mix of rural and urban land uses. Stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and chemicals into receiving waters, potentially impacting local water quality. The facility operates under NPDES permit requirements to control these discharges and protect downstream water bodies, including rivers and streams in the region.