ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc. Stormwater Outfall, Fort Smith, Arkansas

ABB Motors and Mechanical Inc. is an operational stormwater outfall located at 5711 R.S. Boreham Jr. Street in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. This facility manages stormwater runoff from industrial activities, serving as a point of discharge to local waterways. The site is situated within an urban-industrial catchment, typical of facilities in the region. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit framework. As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to regulations under the Clean Water Act, which governs discharges to waters of the United States. The industrial nature of the catchment, with NAICS codes 335212 (Brushless DC Motors) and 335312 (Motor and Generator Manufacturing), means runoff may contain pollutants typical of manufacturing operations. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing urban and industrial runoff, helping to prevent flooding and reduce pollutant loads to receiving waters. In Fort Smith, the facility contributes to local stormwater management infrastructure, supporting compliance with federal and state water quality standards. Proper operation and maintenance of such outfalls are essential for protecting downstream water bodies and aquatic ecosystems.

The facility discharges stormwater from an industrial catchment in Fort Smith, Arkansas, which is part of the Arkansas River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, increasing the potential for runoff-related impacts. Industrial activities at the site may introduce pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments into stormwater, requiring effective treatment or best management practices to protect water quality. The outfall's compliance with NPDES MS4 permits is critical to minimizing environmental harm.