WHITESELL MANUFACTURING Stormwater Outfall, Muscle Shoals, Alabama

WHITESELL MANUFACTURING operates a stormwater outfall located at 2703 E AVALON AVE in Muscle Shoals, Colbert County, Alabama. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site classified under NAICS 332722 (bolt, nut, screw, rivet, and washer manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of regulated discharges under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES MS4 permit program. Given its industrial classification, the outfall likely requires compliance with stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) and best management practices (BMPs) to control runoff from manufacturing operations. The site is located in Muscle Shoals, a city in northwestern Alabama with a humid subtropical climate, where stormwater management is critical due to seasonal heavy rainfall. Environmental significance includes potential discharge to local water bodies such as the Tennessee River, which is a major regional waterway. Proper stormwater management at this facility helps prevent pollutants like metals, oils, and sediments from entering receiving waters, supporting local water quality and aquatic habitat. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing regulatory oversight and maintenance of stormwater controls.

The facility is located in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant seasonal rainfall, making stormwater management crucial to prevent flooding and erosion. Industrial stormwater discharges from manufacturing operations can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, oils, and sediments, which may impact water quality in receiving streams. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES MS4 permits ensures that appropriate controls are in place to mitigate these risks.