Overview
WILLINGHAM USED PARTS, INC. DBA BILLY'S AUTO SALVAGE is a stormwater outfall in Cullman, Alabama, United States. It manages runoff from an industrial auto salvage facility under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
WILLINGHAM USED PARTS, INC. DBA BILLY'S AUTO SALVAGE operates a stormwater outfall located at 610 County Road 463 in Cullman, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial auto salvage yard, a sector with potential for pollutants such as oil, grease, and heavy metals. As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The facility operates within the regulatory context of the Clean Water Act, which requires industrial stormwater discharges to be covered by an NPDES permit. In Alabama, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) administers the NPDES program. Typical stormwater management for auto salvage facilities includes best management practices (BMPs) such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and regular inspections to prevent contaminated runoff from reaching water bodies. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water quality. Cullman County is part of the Black Warrior River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water. Proper stormwater management at this facility helps protect downstream ecosystems and comply with water quality standards. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing regulatory oversight to minimize pollution from industrial runoff.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Cullman, Alabama, within the Black Warrior River watershed. This region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent rainfall, increasing the potential for stormwater runoff to carry pollutants from industrial sites. The Black Warrior River supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for recreation and water supply. Effective stormwater management is critical to prevent contamination from auto salvage operations, which can introduce hydrocarbons, heavy metals, and sediment into local waterways.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 610 County Road 463 in Cullman, Alabama, United States, within Cullman County.
It manages stormwater runoff from an industrial auto salvage facility, discharging treated or untreated runoff under an NPDES permit to protect local water quality.
It is regulated under the US Clean Water Act through the NPDES program, specifically the Multi-Sector General Permit for industrial stormwater discharges, administered by the Alabama Department of Environmental Management.
Common pollutants include oil, grease, heavy metals (e.g., lead, cadmium), and sediment from vehicle dismantling and storage areas.
It implements best management practices such as sediment controls, spill prevention, and regular inspections to minimize pollutant runoff into the Black Warrior River watershed.
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