PRECOAT METALS Stormwater Outfall, Hueytown, Alabama | Industrial Stormwater Management

PRECOAT METALS is a stormwater outfall located at 3399 Davey Allison Blvd in Hueytown, Jefferson County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial metal coating operation, classified under NAICS 332812. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of point sources regulated under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for industrial activities. In the United States, industrial stormwater discharges are regulated under the Clean Water Act, requiring facilities to obtain NPDES permits that establish monitoring and best management practices. The facility falls under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) for permit compliance. Typical stormwater management at such sites includes sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular sampling to ensure compliance with water quality standards. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local waterways in the Black Warrior River watershed. Industrial stormwater can carry pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments. Proper management is critical to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water uses. The facility's location in an urban-industrial area of Hueytown underscores the importance of stormwater controls in minimizing runoff impacts.

The facility is located in the Black Warrior River watershed, which drains into the Mobile Bay estuary. Industrial stormwater runoff from metal coating operations can introduce heavy metals and other contaminants into local streams. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent thunderstorms, leading to high runoff volumes. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent degradation of water quality in receiving waters, which support diverse aquatic life and recreational uses.