Risk: Medium Stormwater Outfall Operational

QUANTIX SCS, LLC Stormwater Outfall, Decatur, Alabama | Industrial Stormwater Management

DECATUR, Alabama, United States

Overview

QUANTIX SCS, LLC is an operational stormwater outfall in Decatur, Alabama, serving an industrial catchment under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.

QUANTIX SCS, LLC operates a stormwater outfall located at 2513 Highway 20 West in Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama. The facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial site, classified under NAICS 484110 (General Freight Trucking). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, playing a key role in flood control and water quality management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) oversees stormwater permitting. Industrial stormwater discharges are typically regulated under NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits, which require stormwater pollution prevention plans and monitoring. Located in Decatur, a city on the Tennessee River, the outfall contributes to managing runoff from industrial areas. Proper stormwater management is critical to prevent pollutants from entering the Tennessee River and its tributaries, supporting local water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's operational status ensures ongoing compliance with federal and state stormwater regulations.

Environmental context

The facility discharges stormwater from an industrial catchment in Decatur, Alabama, near the Tennessee River. The Tennessee River is a major waterway supporting diverse aquatic life and providing drinking water. Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as sediments, heavy metals, and chemicals, posing risks to water quality. Effective management under NPDES permits helps mitigate these impacts, protecting the river's ecological health and downstream uses.

Frequently asked questions

QUANTIX SCS, LLC is located at 2513 Highway 20 West, Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama 35601, United States.

QUANTIX SCS, LLC operates a stormwater outfall that manages and discharges stormwater runoff from an industrial site, helping to control flooding and protect water quality.

The facility is classified under NAICS 484110, which corresponds to General Freight Trucking, indicating the industrial nature of the site.

Stormwater outfalls in Alabama are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES permits. Industrial facilities must obtain coverage under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) and implement stormwater pollution prevention plans.

Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants that harm aquatic ecosystems and drinking water sources. Proper management through permits and treatment helps reduce environmental impact and ensures regulatory compliance.

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