BAKER PETROLITE- SMACKOVER Stormwater Outfall, El Dorado, Arkansas, USA

BAKER PETROLITE- SMACKOVER is a stormwater outfall located at 2536 Pershing Highway in El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas, United States. This facility manages stormwater discharge from industrial activities associated with NAICS code 213112 (Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Clean Water Act's industrial stormwater regulations. The facility operates within the regulatory context of the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges. Given its classification under NAICS 213112, the outfall likely handles runoff from oil and gas extraction support activities. The operational status is active, indicating ongoing management of stormwater flows to comply with permit requirements. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in controlling the quality of runoff entering local waterways. In the El Dorado region, which has a mix of industrial and natural landscapes, proper stormwater management helps protect downstream water bodies from pollutants associated with industrial operations. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions is essential for minimizing environmental impact.

The El Dorado area in southern Arkansas features a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management crucial. Industrial activities, particularly oil and gas support operations, can introduce pollutants such as sediments, hydrocarbons, and heavy metals into runoff. The facility's discharge may affect local streams and rivers, including the Ouachita River basin. Effective stormwater controls are necessary to prevent water quality degradation and protect aquatic ecosystems.