Hartmann Brewing LLC Stormwater Outfall, Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Hartmann Brewing LLC is a stormwater outfall located at 409 W Van Buren in Eureka Springs, Carroll County, Arkansas, United States. This facility manages stormwater runoff from an industrial brewing operation (NAICS 312120) and is classified as a stormwater outfall under the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. As a Phase II small MS4, the facility must comply with Clean Water Act requirements to control pollutants in stormwater discharges. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's NPDES MS4 permits, which mandate stormwater management plans, best management practices (BMPs), and monitoring to protect water quality. In Arkansas, the Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality oversees compliance. The brewing industry typically generates stormwater with potential pollutants like organic matter, nutrients, and sediments, requiring treatment or controls before discharge. Located in the Ozark Mountains region, the outfall may discharge to sensitive karst topography or nearby water bodies such as the White River basin. Effective stormwater management at this facility helps protect local water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's operational status indicates ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements to minimize environmental impact.

The facility is situated in the Ozark Mountains, a region characterized by karst geology with sinkholes and underground streams, making groundwater particularly vulnerable to contamination. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like breweries can carry pollutants such as organic waste, nutrients, and sediments. Discharge to nearby water bodies, potentially including tributaries of the White River, requires careful management to prevent impairment. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and Arkansas DEQ ensures that stormwater controls are implemented to protect these sensitive ecosystems.