GREAT SOUTHERN WOOD-GLENWOOD Stormwater Outfall, Glenwood, Arkansas

GREAT SOUTHERN WOOD-GLENWOOD is a stormwater outfall located at 400 South Spur 8 in Glenwood, Pike County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves an industrial catchment associated with NAICS code 321114 (wood preservation), managing stormwater discharge from the site. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to EPA NPDES MS4 permit requirements. For industrial facilities, stormwater discharges are typically regulated under Multi-Sector General Permits (MSGP) or individual permits, requiring best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring to control pollutants. The outfall likely handles runoff from impervious surfaces and industrial operations. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in managing stormwater quality in the Ouachita River watershed. Proper operation helps prevent sediment, nutrients, and industrial pollutants from reaching local waterways, supporting water quality goals in the region. The facility contributes to compliance with Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment regulations.

The outfall discharges into the Ouachita River basin, a region characterized by forested hills and rural land use. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like wood preservation facilities can carry pollutants such as suspended solids, heavy metals, and organic compounds. Effective management is critical to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality in this ecologically sensitive area.