HENDREN PLASTICS Stormwater Outfall, Gravette, Arkansas | Industrial Stormwater Management

HENDREN PLASTICS is a stormwater outfall located at 1607 Highway 72 SE in Gravette, Benton County, Arkansas, USA. The facility is operational and serves an industrial catchment area associated with plastic manufacturing (NAICS codes 326113, 326140, 326199). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff from the site into local waterways, subject to regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act. The facility operates under the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) framework, which governs stormwater discharges from industrial activities. In Arkansas, such outfalls are typically permitted under the EPA's Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater, requiring compliance with effluent limits and monitoring requirements. The site's location in Benton County places it within the jurisdiction of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality. As a stormwater outfall for an industrial facility, HENDREN PLASTICS plays a role in managing runoff from impervious surfaces and industrial processes. Proper stormwater management helps reduce pollutant loads to receiving waters, supporting local water quality goals. The facility's compliance with permit conditions is critical for protecting downstream ecosystems in the region.

The facility is located in Gravette, Arkansas, within the Ozark Plateau ecoregion, characterized by karst topography and sensitive groundwater resources. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like HENDREN PLASTICS can carry pollutants such as sediment, metals, and chemicals into nearby streams and aquifers. The region's rainfall patterns and soil types influence runoff volumes and treatment needs. Effective stormwater management is essential to prevent degradation of local water bodies, which support aquatic life and recreational uses.