RUSSELL CORPORATION INC Stormwater Outfall, Wetumpka, Alabama | Industrial Stormwater Facility

RUSSELL CORPORATION INC is a stormwater outfall located at 3145 Elmore Rd., Wetumpka, Alabama, within Elmore County. The facility is operational and serves an industrial catchment, with NAICS codes indicating textile and apparel manufacturing (313310, 313311, 314999). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges stormwater runoff from the industrial site into local waterways. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one are typically regulated under NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits, which require compliance with effluent limits and monitoring for pollutants. Typical requirements include best management practices (BMPs) for erosion control and pollution prevention. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on receiving waters in the Alabama River basin. Industrial stormwater can carry pollutants such as sediment, metals, and organic chemicals. Proper management and treatment of stormwater runoff are essential to protect water quality and aquatic habitats in the region.

The outfall is located in Wetumpka, Alabama, within the Alabama River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, leading to substantial stormwater runoff. Industrial stormwater discharges can introduce pollutants like sediment, heavy metals, and chemicals from manufacturing processes into local streams and rivers. The Alabama River supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and drinking water, making stormwater management critical for protecting water quality and ecosystem health.