Overview
Southland International Trucks is an operational stormwater outfall in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from industrial and commercial activities under the EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
Southland International Trucks is a stormwater outfall facility located at 6200 Stringfield Road in Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from the surrounding industrial and commercial area. As a stormwater outfall, it plays a key role in managing urban runoff and preventing flooding in the local watershed. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Huntsville, being a Phase II small MS4 community, must implement stormwater management programs to reduce pollutant discharges and protect water quality. The outfall likely handles runoff from industrial activities such as trucking and warehousing, with potential pollutants including sediment, oil, and heavy metals. Environmental significance lies in its contribution to the health of the Tennessee River Basin, which receives stormwater discharges from the Huntsville area. Proper management of this outfall helps mitigate the impact of urban runoff on local streams and rivers, supporting aquatic habitats and downstream water uses. The facility's location in an industrial zone underscores the importance of monitoring and treatment to comply with water quality standards.
Environmental context
The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River Basin, a region characterized by diverse aquatic ecosystems and significant recreational and economic value. Urban and industrial runoff from Huntsville can introduce pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals, potentially impacting water quality and aquatic life. Regulatory oversight under the EPA's NPDES MS4 program requires the facility to implement best management practices to control runoff and protect receiving waters.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 6200 Stringfield Road, Huntsville, Madison County, Alabama, United States.
It is a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from the industrial and commercial area, helping to manage urban runoff and prevent flooding.
It operates under the Clean Water Act's NPDES MS4 permit program, which requires Huntsville to implement stormwater management practices to reduce pollutant discharges.
Common pollutants include sediment, oil, grease, heavy metals, and chemicals from industrial activities, which can harm aquatic life and water quality.
The EPA delegates NPDES permitting to the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), which issues MS4 permits requiring stormwater management plans, monitoring, and best management practices.
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