Overview
THREE FORKS SOUTH AML is an operational stormwater outfall in Oakman, Alabama, United States. It manages stormwater discharge in the Tuscaloosa County area.
THREE FORKS SOUTH AML is a stormwater outfall located in Oakman, Alabama, within Tuscaloosa County. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure serving the local community and is currently operational. As a stormwater outfall, the facility discharges stormwater runoff into receiving waters. In the United States, such outfalls are regulated under the Clean Water Act, often through NPDES MS4 permits. The facility's location in Alabama places it within a region where stormwater management is critical for water quality protection. The environmental significance of THREE FORKS SOUTH AML lies in its role in managing urban runoff and preventing flooding. Proper operation helps protect local water bodies from pollution and erosion, supporting the ecological health of the surrounding area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in a region with a humid subtropical climate, characterized by frequent rainfall and potential for heavy storms. Stormwater runoff from urban and industrial areas can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and chemicals into receiving waters. Effective management of stormwater outfalls like THREE FORKS SOUTH AML is essential to protect water quality in local streams and rivers, which may be impaired by development activities.
Frequently asked questions
THREE FORKS SOUTH AML is located on Warrior Cemetery Road, 1 mile from the intersection with, in Oakman, Alabama, United States.
THREE FORKS SOUTH AML is a stormwater outfall that manages and discharges stormwater runoff in the Oakman area, helping to control flooding and protect water quality.
THREE FORKS SOUTH AML is currently operational, actively managing stormwater discharge in Tuscaloosa County.
Stormwater outfalls in the United States are regulated under the Clean Water Act, typically through NPDES MS4 permits. These permits require municipalities to implement stormwater management programs to reduce pollution.
Alabama's humid subtropical climate leads to frequent and intense rainfall, making stormwater management crucial to prevent flooding and reduce pollutant loads in water bodies, protecting both public safety and aquatic ecosystems.
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