SCHNITZER SOUTHEAST, LLC Stormwater Outfall in Selma, Alabama

SCHNITZER SOUTHEAST, LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 90 Cahaba Valley Drive in Selma, Dallas County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and falls under the stormwater outfall category, managing industrial stormwater runoff from the site. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting. Industrial facilities like this typically require a Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) or an individual permit for stormwater discharges. The regulatory framework aims to control pollution from stormwater runoff by requiring best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring. The facility is located in Selma, a city in the Black Belt region of Alabama. Stormwater management in this area is important due to the region's clay soils and agricultural history, which can contribute to sediment runoff. Proper management helps protect local water bodies, including the Alabama River, from potential pollutants associated with industrial activities.

The facility is situated in Selma, Alabama, within the Black Belt region known for its clay soils and agricultural legacy. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments. The Alabama River, a major waterway in the area, receives drainage from this region. Effective stormwater management is critical to prevent degradation of water quality and aquatic habitats, especially under the NPDES MS4 program which regulates discharges to waters of the United States.