HOT SPRING CO SWA #5 DONALDSON Stormwater Outfall, Donaldson, Arkansas

HOT SPRING CO SWA #5 DONALDSON is a stormwater outfall located at 33594 HWY 67 SOUTH in Donaldson, Arkansas, within Hot Spring County. This facility is part of the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) that manages stormwater runoff in the area, helping to control flooding and reduce pollutant discharges to local water bodies. As a stormwater outfall, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically through National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 permits. These permits require municipalities to develop stormwater management programs that include public education, illicit discharge detection, construction site runoff control, and pollution prevention. The facility's NAICS code 562111 indicates it is classified under solid waste collection, which may relate to its role in managing stormwater-related waste. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its contribution to protecting the water quality of nearby streams and rivers in the Ouachita River basin. By conveying stormwater from urban and residential areas, it helps mitigate the impacts of runoff on aquatic ecosystems. Proper operation and maintenance of such outfalls are essential for compliance with water quality standards and for safeguarding local water resources.

The facility is located in Hot Spring County, Arkansas, within the Ouachita River watershed. Stormwater runoff from urban and residential areas can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals into local waterways. The outfall plays a role in managing this runoff to protect water quality. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES MS4 permits ensures that the facility operates with best management practices to minimize environmental impact.