East Arkansas Regional Correction Unit Stormwater Outfall, Brickleys, Arkansas

The East Arkansas Regional Correction Unit is a stormwater outfall located in Brickleys, Lee County, Arkansas, United States. It manages stormwater runoff from the correctional facility, contributing to local drainage and water quality management in the region. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities regulated under the US EPA's NPDES MS4 program, which addresses urban runoff. Operated within the state of Arkansas, this facility falls under the jurisdiction of the Clean Water Act and likely adheres to Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities or industrial facilities. The NAICS code 325314 indicates the facility's primary activity is related to fertilizer manufacturing, suggesting the stormwater outfall may handle runoff from industrial processes. Typical stormwater management practices include sedimentation basins, oil-water separators, and erosion control measures. Environmental significance lies in its role in preventing untreated runoff from entering nearby waterways. The facility's location in the Mississippi Delta region means it may discharge to water bodies that are part of the Lower Mississippi River basin, which is ecologically important for aquatic habitats and downstream water quality. Proper management of stormwater from correctional and industrial facilities is critical to minimize pollutant loads and comply with regulatory standards.

The facility is situated in the Mississippi Delta region of Arkansas, an area characterized by intensive agriculture and industrial activity. Stormwater runoff from correctional and industrial sites can carry pollutants such as sediments, nutrients, and chemicals into local waterways. The region's flat topography and clay soils can exacerbate runoff volumes, making effective stormwater management essential to protect aquatic ecosystems and comply with Clean Water Act requirements.