River Bend Industries, LLC Stormwater Outfall, Fort Smith, Arkansas | USA

River Bend Industries, LLC is an operational stormwater outfall located at 3730 Wheeler Ave, Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States. The facility manages industrial stormwater discharges from a manufacturing site classified under NAICS 326199 (All Other Plastics Product Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. The facility operates within the Arkansas regulatory framework overseen by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality. Stormwater outfalls in industrial settings typically require permits that mandate best management practices (BMPs) for pollution prevention, including sediment and erosion control, spill prevention, and regular monitoring of discharge quality. The facility's scale is consistent with a medium-sized industrial operation in the plastics manufacturing sector. Environmental significance lies in its role in managing stormwater runoff from an industrial catchment in Fort Smith, a city along the Arkansas River. Proper stormwater management helps prevent pollutants such as plastics, chemicals, and sediments from entering local waterways, protecting water quality and aquatic habitats. The facility's compliance with NPDES requirements contributes to regional efforts to meet Clean Water Act goals.

The facility discharges stormwater from an industrial catchment in Fort Smith, Arkansas, an area with a humid subtropical climate and significant rainfall. The local environment includes the Arkansas River and its tributaries, which are sensitive to industrial pollutants. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES MS4 permits ensures that stormwater discharges are managed to protect water quality and aquatic ecosystems.