TOMBIGBEE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE Stormwater Outfall, Hamilton, Alabama

TOMBIGBEE ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE is a stormwater outfall located at 3196 County Highway 55 in Hamilton, Marion County, Alabama, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from an electric power generation site, classified under NAICS 221122 (Electric Power Distribution). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader infrastructure required to manage precipitation runoff and prevent flooding and water quality degradation. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater discharges from industrial activities, including electric power generation, are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The outfall is designed to convey stormwater from the facility's catchment area to receiving waters, with controls in place to minimize pollutant loads such as sediment, oil, and grease. Located in Hamilton, Alabama, the outfall discharges into local waterways that may drain into the Tombigbee River basin. The facility's stormwater management practices are critical for protecting water quality in the region, particularly given the industrial nature of the catchment. Compliance with NPDES permit conditions, including monitoring and best management practices, ensures that the discharge does not impair downstream water bodies.

The Tombigbee Electric Cooperative stormwater outfall is situated in Marion County, Alabama, within the Tombigbee River watershed. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management crucial for flood control and water quality. The outfall discharges runoff from an industrial electric power facility, which may contain pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons. Effective stormwater treatment and best management practices are essential to prevent degradation of local streams and rivers that support aquatic ecosystems and downstream water uses.