SMP Automotive Systems Plant 3 Stormwater Outfall, Cottondale, Alabama

SMP Automotive Systems Plant 3 is a stormwater outfall located at 11005 Ed Stephens Road in Cottondale, Tuscaloosa County, Alabama, United States. The facility manages stormwater runoff from an automotive manufacturing site classified under NAICS 336211 (Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure for industrial facilities in the region. The outfall 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 Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits, requiring compliance with effluent limits and monitoring requirements. The facility's location in Alabama places it under the jurisdiction of the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) for stormwater permitting. Stormwater outfalls at industrial sites play a critical role in preventing pollutants from entering local waterways. The facility's discharge likely flows into nearby water bodies in the Black Warrior River watershed. Proper management of stormwater runoff is essential to protect water quality and aquatic habitats in the region.

The facility is located in the Black Warrior River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides drinking water for communities in west-central Alabama. Industrial stormwater discharges from automotive manufacturing can contain pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments. The US EPA's NPDES program requires industrial facilities to implement stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and conduct regular monitoring to minimize environmental impact.