Overview
WALKER COUNTY AIRPORT is an operational stormwater outfall in Jasper, Alabama, managing runoff from airport facilities under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
WALKER COUNTY AIRPORT is a stormwater outfall located at 148 Biddle Drive, Jasper, Alabama, in Walker County. The facility is operational and serves the airport's stormwater management needs, handling runoff from impervious surfaces such as runways, taxiways, and parking areas. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulations. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit framework. Given its location in Alabama, the outfall likely falls under Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities or industrial facilities. Stormwater management at airports is critical to prevent pollution from de-icing chemicals, fuel spills, and sediment runoff. The outfall's discharge may affect nearby water bodies, necessitating compliance with Clean Water Act standards. Regular monitoring and best management practices help mitigate environmental impacts, supporting local water quality and ecosystem health.
Environmental context
The outfall discharges stormwater from the airport into local streams or rivers in the Black Warrior River basin. Urban and industrial runoff from airport operations can carry pollutants such as hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediment. Compliance with NPDES permits requires implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans and regular monitoring to protect aquatic habitats.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 148 Biddle Drive, Jasper, Alabama 35503, in Walker County.
It collects and discharges stormwater runoff from the airport's impervious surfaces, such as runways and parking lots, into local waterways.
The outfall operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit program, which requires stormwater pollution prevention plans and monitoring to comply with the Clean Water Act.
Airport runoff can contain de-icing chemicals, fuel residues, and sediment. Proper management prevents pollution of nearby streams and protects aquatic ecosystems.
The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System program regulates stormwater discharges from municipal and industrial sources to protect water quality.
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