RITE AID - TUSCALOOSA CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER Stormwater Outfall, Tuscaloosa, Alabama

RITE AID - TUSCALOOSA CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER is a stormwater outfall located at 3931 Rice Mine Road NE in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure serving a commercial customer service center, and it operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. As a stormwater outfall, this facility discharges stormwater runoff from the site into local waterways. The outfall is subject to the Clean Water Act and Alabama's water quality standards. The facility's catchment area is primarily commercial, which influences the types of pollutants that may be present in the runoff, such as sediments, nutrients, and chemicals from parking lots and building maintenance. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing urban runoff in Tuscaloosa. Proper stormwater management helps protect the Black Warrior River watershed from pollution and flooding. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit requirements is essential for maintaining water quality in the region.

Tuscaloosa is located in the Black Warrior River watershed, which drains into the Mobile River Basin. The area experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, making stormwater management critical for flood control and water quality. Urban runoff from commercial facilities like this customer service center can carry pollutants such as oil, grease, heavy metals, and sediment. The facility's discharge is regulated under the NPDES MS4 program to minimize impacts on receiving waters.