SCOTTSBORO PIT Stormwater Outfall in Scottsboro, Alabama

SCOTTSBORO PIT is a stormwater outfall facility located in Scottsboro, Jackson County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff in the area. As a stormwater outfall, it plays a key role in managing urban runoff and preventing localized flooding. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Alabama's stormwater program is administered by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM). The facility's NAICS code 237990 indicates it is part of the utility system construction sector, which includes stormwater drainage infrastructure. SCOTTSBORO PIT contributes to the stormwater management infrastructure of Scottsboro, helping to convey runoff from roads and developed areas to receiving waters. Proper operation of such outfalls is essential for maintaining water quality in local streams and the Tennessee River watershed, which supports regional ecosystems and community water resources.

The facility discharges stormwater runoff from the Scottsboro area, which includes urban and transportation-related surfaces. Runoff can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and heavy metals. The receiving waters are part of the Tennessee River basin, which supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and drinking water. Effective stormwater management is critical to prevent degradation of these water bodies.