Thomas Motors and Salvage LLC Stormwater Outfall, Fyffe, Alabama

Thomas Motors and Salvage LLC is a stormwater outfall facility located at 4270 Main St Powell in Fyffe, Alabama, within De Kalb County. The facility handles stormwater runoff from automotive-related operations, including motor vehicle parts and supplies (NAICS 441310) and automotive parts and accessories stores (NAICS 441330). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state stormwater management requirements. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for stormwater discharges. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES program. Industrial facilities like Thomas Motors and Salvage LLC are typically required to obtain permit coverage under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity. The facility's stormwater management likely includes best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring to control pollutants. Located in a small town in northeastern Alabama, the facility's stormwater discharges may affect local streams and the Tennessee River basin. The automotive salvage and parts industry can contribute pollutants like oil, grease, heavy metals, and sediment to runoff. Proper stormwater management is essential to protect water quality in the region. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions helps mitigate environmental impacts and supports community water resource protection.

The facility is situated in Fyffe, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. Stormwater runoff from automotive salvage and parts operations can carry pollutants such as oil, grease, heavy metals, and sediment. Local water bodies may be sensitive to these contaminants, particularly during heavy rainfall events. The facility's stormwater management practices are critical to preventing degradation of receiving streams and maintaining compliance with water quality standards under the Clean Water Act.