Overview
STEELE PLASTICS, LLC is a stormwater outfall in Conway, Arkansas, managing runoff from plastics manufacturing under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
STEELE PLASTICS, LLC operates a stormwater outfall facility located at 1280 Sturgis Road in Conway, Faulkner County, Arkansas. This facility manages stormwater runoff from industrial activities associated with plastics manufacturing (NAICS 326113 and 326122). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, specifically under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial stormwater discharges. The facility operates under the regulatory oversight of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality, which implements the Clean Water Act's stormwater program. Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one are required to develop and implement Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) to minimize pollutant runoff. The facility's location in an urbanized area of Conway means it may also be subject to local municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) requirements. Stormwater management at industrial sites is critical for protecting water quality in receiving waters. The facility's discharge likely flows to local waterways in the Arkansas River basin. Effective stormwater control helps prevent pollutants such as sediment, oils, and chemicals from entering streams and rivers, supporting aquatic habitat and downstream water uses. Compliance with NPDES permit conditions is essential for minimizing environmental impact.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Conway, Arkansas, within the Arkansas River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, increasing the potential for stormwater runoff. Industrial stormwater discharges from plastics manufacturing can contain pollutants such as suspended solids, oils, and chemical additives. Proper management is essential to protect local water bodies, which support aquatic ecosystems and recreational uses. Regulatory compliance under the Clean Water Act helps ensure that discharges do not impair water quality.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 1280 Sturgis Road in Conway, Faulkner County, Arkansas, USA.
It manages stormwater runoff from industrial activities at a plastics manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with NPDES permit requirements to minimize pollutant discharges.
Industrial stormwater outfalls in Arkansas are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES permits, typically the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities, enforced by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment.
A SWPPP is a site-specific plan required for industrial facilities to identify potential sources of stormwater pollution and outline best management practices to prevent contaminants from entering runoff.
Effective stormwater management reduces the discharge of pollutants like sediment, oil, and chemicals, protecting water quality in streams and rivers, which supports aquatic life and recreational uses.
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