TOGIAK FISHERIES FACILITY Stormwater Outfall, Twin Hills, Alaska

TOGIAK FISHERIES FACILITY is a stormwater outfall located in Twin Hills, Alaska, within the Dillingham Census Area. This facility manages stormwater discharge from a fisheries operation, contributing to local water management in a remote region of the United States. As a stormwater outfall, the facility operates under the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework. Stormwater discharges from industrial facilities like fisheries are typically regulated under NPDES industrial stormwater permits, which require compliance with effluent limits and monitoring to protect water quality. The facility's location in Alaska's coastal environment means its discharge may affect local waterways and the Bering Sea ecosystem. Proper stormwater management is critical to prevent pollutants from entering sensitive aquatic habitats, supporting both environmental health and the sustainability of local fisheries.

Twin Hills is in a remote coastal area of Alaska, where stormwater runoff from industrial facilities can impact nearby streams and the Bering Sea. The region supports important fisheries and wildlife habitats. Effective stormwater management helps prevent contamination from industrial activities, protecting water quality and aquatic life.