MANITOWAC REMANUFACTURING, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Bauxite, Arkansas

MANITOWAC REMANUFACTURING, INC. is an operational stormwater outfall facility located at 16013 W SARDIS RD in Bauxite, Saline County, Arkansas. The facility manages stormwater discharge from industrial activities, serving the local manufacturing sector in the region. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit framework, which regulates stormwater discharges from industrial facilities. As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to Clean Water Act requirements for controlling pollutants in runoff. The facility's NAICS codes (221320, 333120, 333923) indicate involvement in sewage treatment facilities, construction machinery manufacturing, and other industrial machinery manufacturing, suggesting a diverse industrial catchment. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing runoff from industrial sites to protect local water quality. In Arkansas, stormwater management is essential for maintaining the health of nearby water bodies, including the Saline River watershed. The facility's compliance with NPDES permits helps mitigate the impact of industrial activities on downstream ecosystems and community water resources.

The facility is located in Bauxite, Arkansas, within the Saline River watershed. Industrial stormwater runoff can carry pollutants such as sediments, heavy metals, and chemicals from manufacturing operations. The region's climate, with periodic heavy rainfall, increases the risk of runoff events. Effective stormwater management is crucial to prevent degradation of local water bodies, which support aquatic life and recreational uses. The facility's discharge is regulated under the Clean Water Act to minimize environmental impact.