GEORGIA-PACIFIC PLYWOOD/STUDMILL COMPLEX Stormwater Outfall, Crossett, Arkansas

GEORGIA-PACIFIC PLYWOOD/STUDMILL COMPLEX is a stormwater outfall located at 101 Plywood Mill Rd in Crossett, Ashley County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and manages stormwater runoff from an industrial site involved in plywood and studmill manufacturing, classified under NAICS codes 321113, 321212, and 321900. As a stormwater outfall, this facility is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The site's stormwater management includes controls to treat runoff from industrial areas, such as sediment basins, oil-water separators, and best management practices (BMPs) to reduce pollutant loads. The facility's location in Crossett, within the Lower Mississippi River Basin, means its discharge may affect local waterways. Stormwater from industrial sites can contain pollutants like suspended solids, metals, and hydrocarbons. Compliance with NPDES permit limits and regular monitoring are essential to protect water quality in the region.

The facility is situated in Ashley County, Arkansas, within the Lower Mississippi River Basin. This region is characterized by a humid subtropical climate with high rainfall, increasing stormwater runoff volumes. Industrial stormwater discharges can carry pollutants such as sediment, heavy metals, and organic compounds, potentially impacting nearby water bodies. The site's proximity to the Ouachita River and its tributaries underscores the importance of effective stormwater management to prevent water quality degradation.