Southern States Feed Mill Stormwater Outfall, Guntersville, Alabama

Southern States Feed Mill is a stormwater outfall located at 4800 Lake Guntersville Park Drive in Guntersville, Marshall County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial feed mill operation, classified under NAICS code 311119 (Other Animal Food Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulatory oversight. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs stormwater discharges from industrial activities. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES program, requiring facilities like this to implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and comply with effluent limitations. The outfall likely serves an industrial catchment area, with runoff potentially containing pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, or organic matter typical of feed mill operations. Located near Lake Guntersville, a major reservoir on the Tennessee River, the facility's discharge may affect local water quality and aquatic habitats. Proper stormwater management is critical to minimize impacts on this ecologically significant waterbody. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements, contributing to the broader stormwater management infrastructure in the region.

The facility discharges stormwater runoff from an industrial feed mill into the Lake Guntersville watershed, part of the Tennessee River basin. This region supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and is used for recreation and water supply. Industrial stormwater can carry pollutants like sediment, nutrients, and organic matter, which may impair water quality if not properly managed. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and ADEM ensures that discharges meet water quality standards to protect downstream uses.