CITY OF DEQUEEN WWTP Stormwater Outfall in DeQueen, Arkansas

CITY OF DEQUEEN WWTP is a stormwater outfall located at 276 Phillip Cox Blvd in DeQueen, Sevier County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves the local community's stormwater management needs. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected stormwater into receiving waters, playing a key role in flood control and water quality management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. In Arkansas, stormwater discharges are regulated by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality. The facility's NAICS code 221320 indicates it is part of the sewage treatment facilities sector, which includes stormwater management infrastructure. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its role in managing stormwater runoff from urban and industrial areas in DeQueen. Proper stormwater management helps reduce the risk of flooding and prevents pollutants from entering local water bodies. The facility contributes to the protection of water quality in the region, supporting the ecological health of downstream aquatic ecosystems.

DeQueen is located in southwestern Arkansas, an area with a humid subtropical climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters, with significant rainfall throughout the year. Stormwater runoff from urban and agricultural areas can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and chemicals into local waterways. The facility's discharge likely enters a tributary of the Red River basin, which is important for regional water resources and aquatic habitats. Effective stormwater management is crucial to mitigate the impacts of runoff on water quality and to comply with the Clean Water Act's goals of restoring and maintaining the integrity of the nation's waters.