ESCO Processing and Recycling, LLC Stormwater Outfall, Bauxite, Arkansas | USA

ESCO Processing and Recycling, LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 18511 W Sardis Rd in Bauxite, Saline County, Arkansas. The facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial recycling operation, classified under NAICS 423510 (Metal Service Centers and Other Metal Merchant Wholesalers). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's NPDES MS4 permitting framework, which regulates discharges from industrial facilities to protect water quality. The facility operates under the Clean Water Act's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater outfalls at industrial sites must implement best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants in runoff. The site's location in central Arkansas means it experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, requiring robust stormwater management to prevent erosion and pollutant transport. Environmental significance includes potential discharge to nearby water bodies in the Saline River watershed. The facility's stormwater management practices are critical for protecting local aquatic ecosystems from industrial runoff containing metals or other pollutants. Compliance with NPDES permit conditions ensures that the outfall does not contribute to water quality impairments in the region.

The facility is located in the Saline River watershed in central Arkansas, an area with a humid subtropical climate and average annual rainfall of about 50 inches. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as heavy metals, sediment, and hydrocarbons. The outfall's discharge may affect local streams and the Saline River, which are used for recreation and support diverse aquatic life. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent water quality degradation and maintain ecological health.