TEMPLE-INLAND PLANT #3 Stormwater Outfall, Fort Smith, Arkansas

TEMPLE-INLAND PLANT #3 is a stormwater outfall located at 1307 S. 6th Street in Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves an industrial catchment, specifically tied to the pulp and paper industry (NAICS 322211). As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from the industrial site, discharging into local waterways. The facility operates under the U.S. Clean Water Act and is likely subject to EPA NPDES MS4 permit requirements, given its location in an urbanized area. Stormwater outfalls in industrial settings must comply with sector-specific effluent guidelines and stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPP) to control pollutants. The facility's scale is typical for a large industrial operation in the region. Environmental significance lies in its role in managing stormwater runoff from an industrial facility, which can carry pollutants such as sediment, metals, and organic compounds. Proper management helps protect the Arkansas River watershed and downstream water quality. The facility's compliance with regulatory frameworks is critical for minimizing environmental impact.

The facility is located in Fort Smith, Arkansas, within the Arkansas River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, making stormwater management important for flood control and water quality. Industrial catchments like this one can contribute pollutants such as suspended solids, heavy metals, and organic chemicals to receiving waters. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act and NPDES MS4 permits aims to mitigate these impacts through best management practices (BMPs) and monitoring.