Overview
SOUTHWIRE CO is a stormwater outfall in Florence, Alabama, United States, serving industrial facilities including copper rolling and electrical equipment manufacturing.
SOUTHWIRE CO is a stormwater outfall located at 4251 Helton Dr, Florence, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and manages stormwater runoff from industrial activities, including copper rolling, drawing, and extruding (NAICS 331420) and electrical equipment manufacturing (NAICS 335929). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected stormwater into local waterways, subject to regulatory oversight under the US Clean Water Act. The facility operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial facilities. The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) oversee compliance with stormwater management requirements, including the development of Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) and implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants. Located in Lauderdale County, the outfall discharges into the Tennessee River basin, which supports regional water quality and aquatic habitats. Proper stormwater management at this facility helps minimize the impact of industrial runoff on downstream water bodies, contributing to the protection of local water resources and community health.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Florence, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management critical to prevent flooding and reduce pollutant loads. Industrial stormwater discharges can contain metals, oils, and sediments, which may affect water quality in receiving streams. Regulatory compliance under the NPDES program ensures that the facility implements controls to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
SOUTHWIRE CO stormwater outfall is located at 4251 Helton Dr, Florence, Alabama 35630, United States.
It is an industrial stormwater outfall that collects and discharges stormwater runoff from manufacturing facilities, including copper processing and electrical equipment production, under an NPDES permit.
The outfall is regulated under the US Clean Water Act through the NPDES permit program, administered by the EPA and ADEM, requiring a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan and best management practices.
The facility operates under NAICS codes 236210 (Industrial Building Construction), 331420 (Copper Rolling, Drawing, Extruding), and 335929 (Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing).
Proper stormwater management reduces pollutant loads such as metals and sediments from industrial runoff, protecting water quality in the Tennessee River basin and supporting aquatic ecosystems.
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