Overview
YRC FREIGHT 409 is a stormwater outfall in Decatur, Alabama, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for industrial stormwater discharges.
YRC FREIGHT 409 is a stormwater outfall located at 1901 Highway 20 West in Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial freight transportation site, operating under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and EPA's NPDES MS4 permit program. As a stormwater outfall, the facility discharges collected stormwater from the industrial catchment area into local waterways. The site is subject to Alabama's NPDES stormwater permitting requirements for industrial activities, which mandate best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring to control pollutants in runoff. The facility's location in Decatur places it within the Tennessee River watershed, a major water resource in the region. Proper stormwater management at this site helps protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats from potential contaminants associated with freight transportation operations.
Environmental context
The facility discharges stormwater from an industrial freight terminal in the Tennessee River watershed. Industrial stormwater runoff can contain pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals. The site is subject to EPA's Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges, which requires implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and monitoring to minimize environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
YRC FREIGHT 409 is located at 1901 Highway 20 West in Decatur, Morgan County, Alabama, United States.
YRC FREIGHT 409 is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from an industrial freight transportation site.
The facility operates under the US Clean Water Act and EPA's NPDES MS4 permit program, specifically the Multi-Sector General Permit for industrial stormwater discharges.
Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants like sediment, oil, and chemicals. Proper management through permits and pollution prevention plans protects local waterways and ecosystems.
The outfall discharges into the Tennessee River watershed, a major water resource. Effective stormwater control helps maintain water quality and supports aquatic life in the region.
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