Overview
ALTA PERFORMANCE MATERIALS US, LLC. operates a stormwater outfall in Fort Smith, Arkansas, managing industrial runoff under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
ALTA PERFORMANCE MATERIALS US, LLC. is an operational stormwater outfall facility located at 5106 Wheeler Avenue in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. The facility manages stormwater discharge from industrial activities, serving the local manufacturing sector in the region. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) framework, which governs stormwater discharges from industrial facilities. As an industrial stormwater outfall, it is subject to Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) requirements, including stormwater pollution prevention plans and monitoring. The facility's NAICS codes (325211 and 325991) indicate involvement in plastics material and resin manufacturing, as well as custom compounding of purchased resins. Stormwater management at this facility is critical for protecting local water quality in the Arkansas River basin. Proper treatment and control of runoff from industrial sites help prevent pollutants such as chemicals, sediments, and heavy metals from entering nearby waterways, supporting community and environmental health in the Fort Smith area.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, within the Arkansas River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management important for flood control and water quality. Industrial stormwater discharges can carry pollutants that may impact aquatic ecosystems and downstream water uses. Compliance with NPDES permits ensures that runoff is treated to reduce environmental harm.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 5106 Wheeler Avenue in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States.
It is an industrial stormwater outfall that manages and discharges stormwater runoff from manufacturing operations, regulated under the US EPA NPDES program.
Stormwater outfalls are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the NPDES program, which requires permits for industrial and municipal stormwater discharges to protect water quality.
Common pollutants include sediments, oil and grease, heavy metals, chemicals, and debris, which can harm aquatic life and water quality if not properly managed.
Proper stormwater management reduces flooding, prevents erosion, and filters pollutants, protecting local waterways and ecosystems in the Arkansas River watershed.
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