Batesville WW Treatment Plant - Stormwater Outfall in Batesville, Arkansas

Batesville WW Treatment Plant is a stormwater outfall located at 500 River Bank Road in Batesville, Arkansas, within Independence County. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from urban and industrial catchments in the region, discharging into local waterways. The facility is operational and falls under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the NPDES MS4 permit program, which governs stormwater discharges in municipal separate storm sewer systems. The facility operates within the context of Arkansas's stormwater management, which is overseen by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment. While specific discharge volumes are not detailed, the plant's classification as a stormwater outfall indicates it handles runoff from Batesville's urban infrastructure. The NAICS codes 221320 (Sewage Treatment Facilities) and 921120 (Local Government Administration) suggest municipal oversight and treatment-related activities. Environmental significance lies in its role in managing stormwater quality and quantity, reducing pollution loads to receiving waters. As part of the Mississippi River Basin, the facility helps mitigate impacts from urban runoff, such as sediment and nutrient loading. Its location near the White River emphasizes the importance of maintaining water quality standards under the Clean Water Act.

Batesville is situated in the Ozark Highlands ecoregion, characterized by karst topography and sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Stormwater runoff from urban areas can carry pollutants like sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals into the White River, which is a tributary of the Mississippi River. The facility's discharge must comply with water quality standards to protect downstream aquatic life and drinking water sources. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES MS4 program requires implementation of best management practices to minimize pollution.