Overview
SCOTTSBORO C/D LANDFILL is a stormwater outfall in Scottsboro, Alabama, managing runoff from a construction and demolition landfill under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
SCOTTSBORO C/D LANDFILL is a stormwater outfall located in Scottsboro, Jackson County, Alabama, United States. It manages stormwater runoff from a construction and demolition landfill site, operating under the regulatory framework of the US EPA NPDES MS4 program. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local water bodies, with its scale typical of small to medium landfill operations in the region. The facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to Alabama's stormwater permitting requirements. While specific discharge volumes are not detailed, landfill stormwater outfalls typically manage runoff from active and closed landfill areas, requiring erosion and sediment control measures. The outfall likely serves an urban or industrial catchment, given its location along US Highway 72 and AL Highway 279. Environmental significance lies in its role in preventing untreated landfill runoff from entering nearby waterways, protecting water quality in the Tennessee River basin. Proper stormwater management at this site helps mitigate potential contamination from construction and demolition debris, supporting local ecosystem health and compliance with federal stormwater regulations.
Environmental context
The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River basin, a region with sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Landfill stormwater runoff can carry sediments, heavy metals, and organic pollutants, posing risks to water quality. Alabama's stormwater regulations require best management practices to control erosion and filter pollutants, particularly in areas with urban or industrial land use.
Frequently asked questions
SCOTTSBORO C/D LANDFILL is located at US Highway 72 at AL Highway 279 in Scottsboro, Jackson County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from a construction and demolition landfill, discharging collected stormwater into local waterways under NPDES MS4 permit requirements.
A stormwater outfall is a point where collected stormwater is discharged into a water body, often from municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4) or industrial sites, regulated under the Clean Water Act.
This outfall is regulated under the US EPA NPDES MS4 program, which requires permits for stormwater discharges from municipal and industrial sources to protect water quality.
Landfill stormwater can carry pollutants like sediments and chemicals; proper management prevents contamination of nearby water bodies and ensures compliance with environmental regulations.
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