Overview
TAYLOR'S AUTO & USED CARS is a stormwater outfall in Roanoke, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from an automotive and used car facility under local stormwater regulations.
TAYLOR'S AUTO & USED CARS is a stormwater outfall located at 6520 Highway 431 in Roanoke, Randolph County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an automotive and used car sales operation, contributing to local drainage management in the region. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is likely subject to National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit requirements for stormwater discharges. The site may be regulated under the EPA's MS4 program if located in a municipal separate storm sewer system area, or under industrial stormwater permitting for the automotive sector. The facility plays a role in managing runoff from a commercial property in Roanoke, helping to control the quality and quantity of stormwater entering local waterways. Proper management of stormwater from automotive facilities is important to prevent pollutants such as oil, grease, and heavy metals from reaching nearby water bodies.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Roanoke, Alabama, within the Tallapoosa River watershed. Stormwater runoff from automotive facilities can carry pollutants like hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediment. The region's climate includes frequent rainfall, increasing the potential for runoff. Proper stormwater management is essential to protect local water quality and aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 6520 Highway 431 in Roanoke, Randolph County, Alabama, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an automotive and used car sales facility.
In the United States, stormwater discharges are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES permits. This facility may be subject to industrial stormwater permitting or MS4 requirements depending on local jurisdiction.
Automotive facilities can generate pollutants like oil, grease, metals, and sediment. Proper stormwater management prevents these contaminants from entering waterways, protecting aquatic ecosystems and water quality.
Stormwater outfalls collect and discharge runoff from impervious surfaces like roads and parking lots. They help prevent flooding and convey runoff to receiving waters, but require management to reduce pollution.
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