HOT SPRING CO. SWA #7 CANEY Stormwater Outfall, Bismarck, Arkansas

HOT SPRING CO. SWA #7 CANEY is a stormwater outfall facility situated at 6540 HWY 128 in Bismarck, Arkansas, within Hot Spring County. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the surrounding area, contributing to local flood control and water quality management. The facility is classified under NAICS code 562111 for waste treatment and disposal. Operating under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit system, this outfall is subject to regulations that aim to reduce pollutant discharges from municipal separate storm sewer systems. The facility likely serves a small to medium-sized urban or suburban catchment, typical of Phase II MS4 communities in Arkansas. Stormwater management practices may include detention basins, vegetated swales, or other best management practices to control runoff volume and quality. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its role in protecting local water bodies from stormwater pollution. By managing runoff from roads, rooftops, and other impervious surfaces, it helps reduce sediment, nutrients, and contaminants entering streams and rivers in the Ouachita River basin. Proper operation supports compliance with the Clean Water Act and safeguards aquatic habitats in the region.

The facility is located in the Ouachita River basin, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems. Stormwater runoff from urban and agricultural areas can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals, potentially impacting water quality. The outfall's discharge may affect nearby streams, making effective stormwater management critical for maintaining ecological health and meeting water quality standards under the Clean Water Act.