WESTROCK STEVENSON MILL Stormwater Outfall, Stevenson, Alabama | USA

WESTROCK STEVENSON MILL is a stormwater outfall located in Stevenson, Jackson County, Alabama, United States. The facility is associated with an industrial paper mill operation and manages stormwater discharge from the site. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure for industrial facilities in the region. The outfall operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Industrial stormwater discharges are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits. The facility's NAICS codes (236210, 237990, 322130) indicate activities related to industrial building construction, other heavy construction, and paperboard mills, respectively, which influence the stormwater runoff characteristics. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing stormwater runoff from an industrial site, which can contain pollutants such as sediment, metals, and organic compounds. Proper management helps protect local water bodies, including nearby streams and the Tennessee River watershed, from potential contamination. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions is critical for maintaining water quality in the region.

The stormwater outfall at WESTROCK STEVENSON MILL discharges into local waterways within the Tennessee River basin. The area's industrial activities, including paperboard manufacturing, contribute to potential stormwater pollutants such as suspended solids, nutrients, and chemicals. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent degradation of receiving waters, which support aquatic ecosystems and downstream uses. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act ensures that discharges meet water quality standards.