Overview
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama Inc operates a stormwater outfall in Huntsville, Alabama. The facility manages runoff from industrial operations under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
Toyota Motor Manufacturing Alabama Inc is an automotive manufacturing facility located at 1 Cottonvalley Dr, Huntsville, Alabama. The site includes a stormwater outfall that discharges runoff from industrial and urban areas, regulated under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework. As a large industrial facility, it falls under Phase II MS4 requirements for stormwater management. The facility operates in Madison County, Alabama, a region with a mix of urban and industrial land use. Stormwater outfalls at such sites are designed to control the volume and quality of runoff, preventing pollutants from entering local waterways. The regulatory context includes compliance with the Clean Water Act, which mandates permits for discharges to waters of the United States. This outfall plays a key role in managing stormwater from Toyota's manufacturing operations, supporting local water quality goals. The facility's location in Huntsville, a growing industrial hub, underscores the importance of effective stormwater management to protect downstream ecosystems and comply with federal regulations.
Environmental context
The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for recreation and drinking water. Huntsville's industrial growth increases impervious surfaces, raising runoff volumes and pollutant loads. Effective stormwater management is critical to prevent erosion, flooding, and contamination of local water bodies.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1 Cottonvalley Dr, Huntsville, Alabama 35810, United States.
This stormwater outfall manages runoff from Toyota's manufacturing operations, discharging treated or untreated stormwater into local waterways under an NPDES MS4 permit.
The outfall is regulated under the US Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES MS4 program, which requires permits for stormwater discharges from industrial facilities.
Industrial stormwater outfalls can carry pollutants like oil, metals, and sediment. Proper management reduces risks to water quality and aquatic ecosystems.
The NPDES MS4 program requires facilities to implement stormwater control measures, monitor discharges, and obtain permits to ensure compliance with water quality standards.
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