TYSON FARMS, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Attalla, Alabama | United States

TYSON FARMS, INC. operates a stormwater outfall located at 200 Carnes Chapel Road in Attalla, Etowah County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial food processing operation, classified under NAICS code 311119 (Other Animal Food Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the U.S. EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which regulates discharges to waters of the United States under the Clean Water Act. The facility's stormwater management involves controlling runoff from industrial activities to prevent pollutants from entering local waterways. In Alabama, stormwater discharges from industrial facilities are typically regulated under NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The facility's operational status indicates it is actively managing stormwater in compliance with applicable regulations. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in protecting water quality in the surrounding region. Attalla is located in the Coosa River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems and provides drinking water for communities. Proper stormwater management helps reduce the impact of industrial runoff on these water bodies, supporting environmental and public health goals.

The facility is located in Attalla, Alabama, within the Coosa River basin, a region known for its biodiversity and sensitive aquatic habitats. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as sediments, nutrients, and chemicals, potentially impacting water quality. The facility's discharge is regulated under the Clean Water Act to minimize these impacts and protect downstream water resources.