Overview
Thornton Iron and Metal (Rogersville Division) is a stormwater outfall in Rogersville, Alabama, USA. It manages runoff from an industrial scrap metal recycling facility.
Thornton Iron and Metal (Rogersville Division) is a stormwater outfall located at 750 County Road 76 in Rogersville, Lauderdale County, Alabama. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM), with oversight under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program for industrial stormwater discharges. As a stormwater outfall for a scrap metal recycling facility (NAICS 423930), the site manages runoff from industrial activities that may contain pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments. The facility is subject to EPA's Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater, which requires implementation of best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring to protect water quality. The outfall discharges into local waterways in the Tennessee River basin. Proper stormwater management at this facility is important to prevent contamination of receiving waters and to comply with Clean Water Act requirements. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory standards.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Lauderdale County, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management critical to prevent runoff of pollutants from industrial sites. The Tennessee River and its tributaries support diverse aquatic ecosystems and are used for recreation and drinking water. Industrial stormwater discharges must be managed to avoid impairing these water bodies.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 750 County Road 76, Rogersville, Lauderdale County, Alabama 35652, USA.
It is a stormwater outfall for an industrial scrap metal recycling facility (NAICS 423930), managing runoff from the site.
The outfall is regulated under the US Clean Water Act via the NPDES program, likely under the Multi-Sector General Permit for industrial stormwater discharges.
Runoff from scrap metal sites can contain metals, oils, and sediments that may harm aquatic life if not properly managed through best management practices.
The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River basin, a major water resource in Alabama, making proper stormwater control essential for protecting water quality and ecosystems.
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