Overview
WALLACE AND SON METAL CO is an operational stormwater outfall in Guntersville, Alabama, USA. It manages stormwater discharge from an industrial metal facility.
WALLACE AND SON METAL CO is a stormwater outfall located at 1852 POINT OF PINES in Guntersville, Marshall County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial metal operations site, discharging into local waterways under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit program. As a stormwater outfall, this facility is subject to the US EPA's NPDES regulations, specifically the Clean Water Act requirements for industrial stormwater discharges. The facility must comply with stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) and monitoring requirements to control pollutants in runoff. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) oversees NPDES permits for stormwater discharges. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on nearby water bodies in the Tennessee River basin. Industrial stormwater can carry metals, sediments, and other pollutants that affect water quality. Proper management and treatment of stormwater at this facility help protect aquatic ecosystems and downstream water users in the Guntersville area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Guntersville, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, leading to substantial stormwater runoff. Industrial stormwater discharges from metal facilities can contain heavy metals and other contaminants that may impair water quality. The nearby Guntersville Lake and the Tennessee River are important ecological and recreational resources, making stormwater management critical for protecting aquatic life and human health.
Frequently asked questions
WALLACE AND SON METAL CO is located at 1852 POINT OF PINES, Guntersville, Alabama 35976-6222, United States.
It is a stormwater outfall facility that manages industrial stormwater runoff from a metal operations site.
This facility is regulated under the US Clean Water Act's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, specifically for industrial stormwater discharges.
Industrial stormwater can carry pollutants like heavy metals, sediments, and chemicals into nearby waterways, potentially harming aquatic ecosystems and water quality.
ADEM oversees the implementation of NPDES permits in Alabama, including stormwater permits for industrial facilities, ensuring compliance with state and federal water quality standards.
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