SMP Automotive Systems ALA Stormwater Outfall, Cottondale, Alabama

SMP Automotive Systems ALA is a stormwater outfall located at 10799 Ed Stephens Rd in Cottondale, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater discharge from automotive parts manufacturing, with NAICS codes 326121 (plastics product manufacturing), 336360 (motor vehicle seating and interior trim), and 336390 (other motor vehicle parts manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the industrial stormwater management infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Industrial stormwater discharges are typically regulated under NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits or individual permits, requiring compliance with effluent limits and best management practices. The outfall likely serves an industrial catchment area, managing runoff from manufacturing operations and impervious surfaces. Stormwater management at this facility is critical for protecting local water quality in the Black Warrior River watershed. Proper treatment and control of runoff from automotive manufacturing helps prevent pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments from entering nearby water bodies. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with stormwater regulations in Alabama.

The facility is located in the Black Warrior River watershed, which drains into the Mobile River Basin. Industrial stormwater discharges from automotive manufacturing can contain pollutants like metals, hydrocarbons, and suspended solids. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, increasing the potential for runoff. Effective stormwater management is essential to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality in this ecologically significant river system.