ELKINS GENERATING STATION Stormwater Outfall, Elkins, Arkansas

ELKINS GENERATING STATION is a stormwater outfall located at 19481 Springston Ford Road in Elkins, Washington County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater from the generating station site. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act and the EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater outfalls like this one are typically subject to MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) permits, which require monitoring and control of stormwater discharges to protect water quality. The facility's NAICS code 221112 indicates it is associated with fossil fuel electric power generation, which may influence the characteristics of stormwater runoff. In the context of Arkansas, stormwater management is critical for protecting local waterways, including those in the Arkansas River basin. The facility's location in Washington County places it in a region with a mix of urban and agricultural land uses. Proper operation of this outfall helps mitigate potential impacts from stormwater runoff, such as sediment, nutrients, and other pollutants, contributing to the overall health of the local watershed.

The facility discharges stormwater in a region that includes the Arkansas River basin, which supports diverse aquatic habitats and is used for recreation and water supply. Urban and industrial runoff from areas like Elkins can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and hydrocarbons. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES MS4 program aims to minimize these impacts through best management practices and monitoring.