SHELLEY PIT #2 Stormwater Outfall, Headland, Alabama, United States

SHELLEY PIT #2 is a stormwater outfall located in Headland, Henry County, Alabama, United States. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, which includes industrial activities associated with NAICS code 212321 (Construction Sand and Gravel Mining). The facility is operational and plays a role in managing stormwater in the region. In the United States, stormwater outfalls are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) permits, both Phase I and Phase II, require operators to implement stormwater management programs to reduce pollutant discharges. It operates within this regulatory context typical for Alabama and the broader US. The environmental significance of SHELLEY PIT #2 lies in its potential to discharge stormwater into local water bodies. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and chemicals. Proper management and monitoring are essential to protect water quality in the region. The facility's location in a rural county with mining activity underscores the importance of erosion and sediment control measures.

The stormwater outfall is situated in Henry County, Alabama, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses, including sand and gravel mining. Stormwater runoff from such activities can introduce sediment and other pollutants into nearby streams and rivers, potentially impacting aquatic habitats. The facility operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 framework, which aims to control stormwater discharges and protect water quality. Local water bodies may be sensitive to increased sedimentation and pollutant loads, making stormwater management critical for maintaining ecological health.