Overview
PIKEVILLE BORROW PIT is a stormwater outfall in Guin, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from industrial activities associated with NAICS codes 212399 and 213115.
PIKEVILLE BORROW PIT is a stormwater outfall located in Guin, Marion County, Alabama, United States. The facility manages stormwater runoff from industrial operations, specifically those classified under NAICS codes 212399 (Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying) and 213115 (Support Activities for Nonmetallic Mineral Mining). As a stormwater outfall, it plays a role in controlling the discharge of stormwater from the site to local waterways. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, which governs stormwater discharges through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one are typically covered by Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) that require monitoring and best management practices to minimize pollutant runoff. The specific permit details for this outfall are not publicly available, but the facility is subject to standard industrial stormwater regulations. Located in a rural area of Alabama, the outfall discharges into local water bodies that may be used for recreation or as habitat. Proper management of stormwater from mining support activities is important to prevent sediment and other pollutants from impacting water quality. The facility's operational status indicates it is actively managed to comply with environmental regulations.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Marion County, Alabama, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses. Stormwater runoff from mining and quarrying activities can carry sediment, metals, and other pollutants that may affect local streams and rivers. The region's climate, with frequent rainfall, increases the potential for runoff events. Effective stormwater management is critical to protect water quality in downstream water bodies, which support aquatic life and may be used for drinking water or recreation.
Frequently asked questions
PIKEVILLE BORROW PIT is located at HIGHWAY78 SW 1/4-NE 1/4 OF SECTION 1, Guin, Alabama 35563, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from industrial activities, specifically mining and quarrying operations.
Stormwater outfalls in the US are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Industrial facilities must obtain permit coverage, often under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP), to discharge stormwater.
The facility is associated with NAICS codes 212399 (Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining and Quarrying) and 213115 (Support Activities for Nonmetallic Mineral Mining).
Stormwater runoff from mining sites can carry sediment, heavy metals, and other pollutants that harm aquatic ecosystems and water quality. Proper management through outfalls and best practices helps minimize environmental impact.
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