TUSCALOOSA BIN Stormwater Outfall, Skyl, Alabama | USA

TUSCALOOSA BIN is a stormwater outfall located at 5419 Metro Park Drive in Skyl, Alabama, within Tuscaloosa County. This facility is part of the stormwater management infrastructure for the region, handling runoff from urban and industrial catchments. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected stormwater into receiving waters, playing a key role in flood control and water quality management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. As a Phase II small MS4 community, Skyl and Tuscaloosa County are required to implement stormwater management programs to reduce pollutant discharges to the maximum extent practicable. The facility's NAICS code 484110 indicates involvement in general freight trucking, suggesting the catchment may include industrial or commercial areas. TUSCALOOSA BIN contributes to local stormwater management by conveying runoff from developed areas to nearby water bodies. Its operational status ensures continued compliance with permit requirements, protecting downstream water quality in the Black Warrior River basin. The facility's location in a growing urban area underscores the importance of effective stormwater control to mitigate flooding and pollution.

The facility discharges into the Black Warrior River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for recreation and water supply. Urban runoff from Skyl and Tuscaloosa can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals, potentially impacting water quality. The region's humid subtropical climate with frequent thunderstorms increases runoff volumes, making stormwater management critical for flood prevention and ecosystem health.