RUSSELLVILLE PLANT Stormwater Outfall, Russellville, Alabama

RUSSELLVILLE PLANT is a stormwater outfall located at 430 Walnut Gate Road in Russellville, Franklin County, Alabama. This facility operates within the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically under EPA NPDES MS4 permits, which govern stormwater discharges from municipal separate storm sewer systems. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for collected stormwater runoff from the surrounding area. The facility's NAICS codes (212321 and 237990) indicate involvement in construction and mining activities, suggesting the outfall handles runoff from industrial or construction sites. Stormwater outfalls like this one are critical for managing urban and industrial runoff to prevent flooding and reduce pollutant loads entering water bodies. The plant's operational status is active, and it plays a role in the local stormwater management infrastructure. In the context of Alabama's environmental landscape, stormwater management is essential for protecting water quality in rivers and streams that drain into the Tennessee River basin. The facility's discharge may be subject to monitoring and treatment requirements to comply with water quality standards. Proper operation of this outfall helps mitigate the impact of stormwater runoff on local ecosystems and downstream water resources.

The facility discharges stormwater into local waterways within the Tennessee River basin, which supports diverse aquatic habitats. Urban and industrial runoff from Russellville can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and nutrients, potentially impacting water quality. Regulatory oversight under the EPA NPDES MS4 program aims to control these discharges through best management practices and monitoring.