Overview
Wiregrass Construction - Scottsboro Plant is a stormwater outfall in Scottsboro, Alabama, USA. It manages runoff from industrial activities under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
Wiregrass Construction - Scottsboro Plant is a stormwater outfall located at 19570 John T Reid Pkwy in Scottsboro, Jackson County, Alabama. As an industrial facility with NAICS codes 237310 (Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction) and 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing), it manages stormwater runoff from construction and asphalt operations. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, likely covered by an NPDES permit for industrial stormwater discharges. The plant's stormwater management system is designed to control runoff from impervious surfaces and industrial activities, reducing pollutant loads before discharge. Typical controls include sediment basins, oil-water separators, and vegetative buffers. As a Phase II MS4 area, Scottsboro's stormwater program requires best management practices for construction sites and industrial facilities. Environmental significance lies in protecting local water quality, as stormwater runoff can carry sediments, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons. The facility's location near the Tennessee River and Lake Guntersville underscores the importance of proper stormwater management to prevent impairment of these water bodies. Compliance with NPDES permit conditions is critical for minimizing ecological impact.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Scottsboro, Alabama, within the Tennessee River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with frequent thunderstorms, leading to high runoff volumes. Industrial stormwater discharges from construction and asphalt operations can introduce sediments, nutrients, and toxic pollutants into nearby water bodies. The Tennessee River and Lake Guntersville are ecologically important, supporting diverse aquatic life and recreational uses. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent water quality degradation and maintain compliance with the Clean Water Act.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 19570 John T Reid Pkwy, Scottsboro, Alabama 35768, USA.
It is a stormwater outfall managing runoff from industrial activities including highway construction and asphalt paving.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act and is likely covered by an NPDES industrial stormwater permit, requiring best management practices to control pollution.
Stormwater outfalls can discharge pollutants like sediment, oil, and heavy metals into rivers and lakes, affecting water quality and aquatic habitats. Proper management is crucial to protect water bodies like the Tennessee River.
The NPDES MS4 program requires municipalities to implement stormwater management programs that control runoff from industrial sites, construction activities, and urban areas to reduce pollution.
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