Overview
READY MIX USA - ALEXANDER CITY FACILITY is a stormwater outfall in Alexander City, Alabama, serving a ready-mix concrete manufacturing site. It operates under US EPA NPDES MS4 permit regulations.
READY MIX USA - ALEXANDER CITY FACILITY is a stormwater outfall located at 345 Highway 280 in Alexander City, Tallapoosa County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a ready-mix concrete manufacturing operation, classified under NAICS 327320. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulatory oversight. The facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater discharges from industrial activities are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The ready-mix concrete sector is subject to specific effluent limitations and best management practices to control pollutants such as sediment, pH, and concrete washout. Environmental significance lies in the facility's role in managing stormwater quality from an industrial site. Proper stormwater management helps protect receiving waters in the Tallapoosa River watershed from potential contaminants. Compliance with permit conditions ensures that discharges meet water quality standards, supporting local aquatic ecosystems and downstream uses.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Tallapoosa River basin, which supports diverse aquatic habitats and provides drinking water and recreation. Industrial stormwater discharges from concrete manufacturing can introduce elevated pH, total suspended solids, and metals. Effective stormwater controls, such as sediment basins and pH adjustment, are critical to prevent impairment of these waters.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 345 Highway 280 in Alexander City, Tallapoosa County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from a ready-mix concrete manufacturing plant, classified under NAICS 327320.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES stormwater permitting, likely under the Multi-Sector General Permit for industrial activities.
Common pollutants include sediment, elevated pH from cement, concrete washout, and metals. Best management practices like sediment basins and pH neutralization are used to control these.
Proper stormwater management reduces pollutant loads to receiving waters, protecting aquatic life and ensuring water quality standards are met for downstream uses.
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