Overview
READY MIX USA, LLC - ROGERSVILLE PLANT is a stormwater outfall in Rogersville, Alabama, managing runoff from a concrete batch plant. It operates under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
READY MIX USA, LLC - ROGERSVILLE PLANT is a stormwater outfall located at 190 Jarvis Brewer Drive in Rogersville, Lauderdale County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a ready-mix concrete batch plant, a common industrial source in the region. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulations. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. Stormwater outfalls at concrete batch plants must manage runoff containing sediment and potential pH imbalances from cement materials. The facility's location in the Tennessee River watershed means discharges are regulated to protect water quality in downstream water bodies. As an operational stormwater outfall in northern Alabama, this facility contributes to the regional stormwater management infrastructure serving industrial sites. Proper management of stormwater discharges helps prevent erosion, flooding, and pollution in local streams and the Tennessee River system. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions ensures that industrial runoff is treated or managed to meet water quality standards before release.
Environmental context
The facility is located in the Tennessee River watershed in northern Alabama, an area with significant industrial and agricultural activity. Stormwater runoff from concrete batch plants can contain high pH levels and suspended solids, posing risks to aquatic life if untreated. The region's karst geology and proximity to the Tennessee River make proper stormwater management critical for protecting local water quality and downstream ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 190 Jarvis Brewer Drive in Rogersville, Lauderdale County, Alabama, in the United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from a ready-mix concrete batch plant, operating under an NPDES industrial stormwater permit.
The facility is regulated under the US EPA's NPDES program, likely under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities, which requires stormwater pollution prevention plans and monitoring.
Common pollutants include sediment, high pH from cement materials, and other solids. Facilities must implement best management practices to control these pollutants before discharge.
Proper management reduces erosion, flooding, and pollution in local streams and rivers. For this facility, it helps protect the Tennessee River watershed from industrial runoff impacts.
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