Overview
FAYETTEVILLE, CITY OF is a stormwater outfall in Fayetteville, Arkansas, serving the local community under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework.
FAYETTEVILLE, CITY OF is a stormwater outfall located at 1560 HAPPY HOLLOW RD. in Fayetteville, Arkansas. As a municipal stormwater facility, it manages runoff from urban areas in Washington County, contributing to flood control and water quality protection in the region. Operating under the US EPA's NPDES MS4 permit program, this facility is part of a regulated system designed to reduce pollutant discharges to the maximum extent practicable. The facility's NAICS codes (325314 and 921120) indicate involvement in both chemical manufacturing and local government administration, reflecting the diverse sources of stormwater in the catchment. The outfall discharges into local waterways, playing a key role in mitigating the impacts of urbanization on stream health. By managing stormwater volume and quality, the facility helps protect downstream ecosystems and supports community resilience against flooding and pollution.
Environmental context
Fayetteville is located in the Ozark Mountains region, characterized by steep slopes and karst geology, which can lead to rapid runoff and groundwater infiltration. Urban development increases impervious surfaces, elevating the risk of flooding and pollutant transport to streams. The facility's discharge likely enters the Illinois River watershed, which is subject to nutrient and sediment concerns from agricultural and urban sources.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1560 HAPPY HOLLOW RD., Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701-7257, in Washington County.
It is a municipal stormwater outfall that collects and discharges urban runoff from the Fayetteville area, helping to manage flooding and reduce pollutant loads to local waterways.
The facility operates under the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit program, which requires stormwater management plans to control pollution.
Proper stormwater management reduces flooding, prevents erosion, and filters pollutants like sediment and nutrients before they reach streams, protecting water quality in the Illinois River watershed.
Common sources include runoff from roads, parking lots, lawns, and construction sites, carrying oil, fertilizers, pesticides, and sediment into the storm drain system.
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