Cross County Gravel Pit II Stormwater Outfall, Cherry Valley, Arkansas

Cross County Gravel Pit II is a stormwater outfall located at 407 CR 338 in Cherry Valley, Cross County, Arkansas, United States. It is classified as a stormwater outfall facility and is currently operational. The facility serves the local area, managing stormwater runoff from industrial or urban catchments. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Water Act and the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit program. Depending on the municipality's designation, it may be subject to Phase I or Phase II requirements. The NAICS code 212321 indicates the facility is associated with construction sand and gravel mining, suggesting the outfall manages runoff from gravel pit operations. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in controlling stormwater discharge to local water bodies. Proper management helps prevent erosion, flooding, and pollution of receiving waters. The facility contributes to community resilience by mitigating the impacts of storm events in the Cherry Valley area.

The facility is located in Cross County, Arkansas, within the Mississippi Alluvial Plain ecoregion. This area is characterized by flat topography and agricultural land use, with numerous streams and rivers draining into the Mississippi River. Stormwater runoff from gravel pit operations can carry sediment and pollutants, potentially impacting local water quality. The facility's discharge may affect nearby water bodies, making compliance with NPDES permits critical for protecting aquatic ecosystems.