Georgia-Pacific Consumer Operations, LLC Stormwater Outfall, Fort Smith, Arkansas

Georgia-Pacific Consumer Operations, LLC manages a stormwater outfall located at 4411 Midland Blvd in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas. This facility is part of a larger industrial complex and is responsible for discharging stormwater runoff in compliance with federal and state regulations. As a stormwater outfall, it serves to convey rainwater and snowmelt from the site to local waterways, playing a key role in flood control and water quality management. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) for stormwater discharges. Given its industrial setting, the outfall is subject to monitoring and best management practices to minimize pollutant loads. The NAICS codes associated with the site (236220, 322215, 322219) indicate construction and paper manufacturing activities, which can contribute sediment, chemicals, and other contaminants to runoff. Located in the Arkansas River basin, the outfall discharges into a region with mixed urban and industrial land use. Proper stormwater management is critical to protect downstream water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's compliance with NPDES permits helps mitigate the impact of runoff on local streams and rivers, supporting community and environmental health.

The stormwater outfall is situated in an industrial area of Fort Smith, within the Arkansas River watershed. Urban and industrial runoff can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and chemicals, posing risks to aquatic ecosystems. The facility's discharge may affect water quality in receiving streams, especially during heavy rainfall events. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act aims to control these impacts through permit conditions and pollution prevention measures.