Bean Tool Die, Inc. Stormwater Outfall | Clarksville, Arkansas Industrial Stormwater Facility

Bean Tool Die, Inc. is an operational stormwater outfall located at 1107 E. Main Street in Clarksville, Arkansas, within Johnson County. The facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial site classified under NAICS 332710 (machine shops), and is subject to federal and state stormwater regulations. As a stormwater outfall, the facility operates under the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs industrial stormwater discharges. In Arkansas, the Department of Energy and Environment oversees compliance with the Clean Water Act, including requirements for stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) and best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants in runoff. The facility's environmental significance lies in its role in managing industrial stormwater to protect local water quality. Discharges from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as metals, oils, and sediments, making proper management critical for the health of nearby water bodies. Compliance with NPDES permits helps mitigate these risks and supports broader watershed protection efforts in the Arkansas River basin.

The facility is located in Clarksville, Arkansas, within the Arkansas River watershed. Industrial stormwater discharges from sites like Bean Tool Die, Inc. can introduce pollutants such as heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and suspended solids into local waterways. The region's climate, with seasonal rainfall, can increase runoff volumes and pollutant loads. Effective stormwater management is essential to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality, particularly in areas with industrial activity.