BOWMAN HANDLES INC. Stormwater Outfall, Batesville, Arkansas | US Stormwater Facility

BOWMAN HANDLES INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 1743 Batesville Blvd in Batesville, Independence County, Arkansas, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial site classified under NAICS 321999 (All Other Miscellaneous Wood Product Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, playing a key role in managing stormwater quality and quantity in the area. Operating under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit framework, this outfall is subject to regulations that require controls on stormwater discharges from industrial activities. The facility's industrial catchment means runoff may contain pollutants typical of wood product manufacturing, such as sediment, organic matter, and chemicals. Compliance with the Clean Water Act and state-level regulations in Arkansas ensures that discharge limits are met to protect water quality. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its contribution to managing stormwater impacts on the White River watershed, which flows through Batesville. Proper operation helps prevent flooding, erosion, and pollution of receiving waters. By adhering to NPDES permit conditions, the facility supports local water quality goals and community resilience against stormwater-related issues.

Batesville is located in the Ozark region of Arkansas, characterized by karst topography and numerous streams that feed into the White River. Stormwater runoff from industrial areas like this outfall can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and organic compounds. The facility's discharge must comply with water quality standards to protect aquatic habitats and downstream uses. Effective stormwater management is critical in this region to prevent erosion, flooding, and contamination of groundwater and surface waters.