SANDY HILLS MINE, Harris | United States Stormwater

Overview

SANDY HILLS MINE is a stormwater outfall in Harris, Arkansas, managing runoff from mining operations. It operates under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations for stormwater discharge.

SANDY HILLS MINE is a stormwater outfall located in Harris, Washington County, Arkansas, United States. The facility manages stormwater runoff from mining activities, contributing to local water management in the region. As a stormwater outfall, the facility is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting program, specifically under the Clean Water Act. Stormwater discharges from industrial activities like mining require compliance with effluent limitations and best management practices to minimize pollution. The facility's location in Arkansas places it within the Mississippi River watershed, where stormwater management is critical for protecting water quality. Proper operation helps reduce sediment and pollutant loads to receiving waters, supporting ecological health and regulatory compliance.

Environmental context

The facility discharges stormwater from a mining operation in Arkansas, a state with significant agricultural and industrial activity. Stormwater runoff from mining sites can carry sediments, heavy metals, and other pollutants, potentially impacting nearby water bodies. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and state-level programs aims to mitigate these risks through permit conditions and monitoring.

Frequently asked questions

SANDY HILLS MINE is located in Harris, Washington County, Arkansas, United States, at Hempstead County Roads 46 and 26.

SANDY HILLS MINE is a stormwater outfall that manages runoff from mining operations, ensuring compliance with stormwater discharge regulations.

Stormwater outfalls in Arkansas are regulated under the US EPA's NPDES MS4 program, which requires permits for discharges from industrial and municipal sources to protect water quality.

Mining stormwater can carry pollutants like sediments and heavy metals, which may harm aquatic ecosystems if not properly managed. Permits require best management practices to reduce these impacts.

The Clean Water Act establishes the framework for regulating stormwater discharges through the NPDES program, aiming to restore and maintain the chemical, physical, and biological integrity of waters.