SIMS BARK COMPANY - ROCK BAGGING FACILITY Stormwater Outfall, Sylacauga, Alabama

SIMS BARK COMPANY - ROCK BAGGING FACILITY is a stormwater outfall located at 2115 Hill Road in Sylacauga, Talladega County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves an industrial catchment associated with the bark and rock bagging operations of Sims Bark Company. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulations. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is likely covered by an NPDES permit for industrial stormwater discharges. The primary regulatory framework includes EPA's MS4 program, which addresses stormwater runoff from industrial facilities to protect water quality. The site's NAICS code 423320 indicates construction and mining machinery and equipment merchant wholesalers, suggesting the catchment may include heavy equipment storage and material handling areas. Environmental significance lies in its role managing stormwater from an industrial site in the Coosa River basin. Proper treatment and control of runoff are critical to prevent sediment, chemicals, and other pollutants from reaching impaired water bodies. The facility contributes to local flood control and water quality management in Sylacauga and the surrounding region.

The facility is located in the Coosa River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems. Industrial stormwater discharges can introduce pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons. The site's proximity to water bodies necessitates compliance with NPDES permit limits to protect downstream uses including drinking water and recreation.