BAUXITE & NORTHERN RAILWAY Stormwater Outfall, Bauxite, Arkansas | United States

BAUXITE & NORTHERN RAILWAY is a stormwater outfall located at 6232 CYANMID RD in Bauxite, Arkansas, United States. This facility is operational and serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from industrial and railway activities in Saline County. As a stormwater outfall, this facility operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial and transportation infrastructure. The facility's NAICS codes (325199 and 482112) indicate involvement in chemical manufacturing and railway transportation, both of which require stormwater pollution prevention plans under the Clean Water Act. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing runoff from industrial and railway operations, which can contain pollutants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and sediment. Proper operation helps protect local water quality in Arkansas's streams and rivers, supporting the state's water resources and aquatic ecosystems.

The facility is located in Saline County, Arkansas, an area with a mix of industrial and natural landscapes. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites and railway operations can carry pollutants like metals, oils, and sediments into nearby water bodies. The outfall's discharge may affect local streams that feed into the Arkansas River basin, making effective stormwater management critical for maintaining water quality and ecosystem health.