Overview
THARP PALLET COMPANY, INC operates a stormwater outfall in Floral, Arkansas, managing runoff from wood pallet manufacturing under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
THARP PALLET COMPANY, INC is a stormwater outfall facility located at 3350 Floral Road in Floral, Independence County, Arkansas. The facility is operational and classified under NAICS code 321920 (Wood Container and Pallet Manufacturing), indicating an industrial catchment with potential for pollutant runoff. As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff from the industrial site into local waterways, subject to federal and state stormwater permitting requirements. The facility operates under the US EPA National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) framework, specifically the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for industrial activities. Wood pallet manufacturing involves processes such as sawing, nailing, and treatment, which can generate pollutants like sediment, wood debris, and chemical residues. The outfall must comply with stormwater pollution prevention plan (SWPPP) requirements, including best management practices (BMPs) for erosion control and spill prevention. Located in rural Arkansas, the facility's discharge may affect nearby water bodies in the White River basin. Proper stormwater management is critical to prevent impairment of local streams and maintain compliance with the Clean Water Act. The facility's environmental significance lies in its role in mitigating industrial runoff impacts on water quality in the region.
Environmental context
The facility is situated in Independence County, Arkansas, within the White River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with seasonal rainfall, which can increase stormwater runoff volumes. Industrial activities at wood pallet manufacturing sites can introduce sediment, organic matter, and potential chemical contaminants into stormwater discharges. Effective management of these discharges is essential to protect aquatic habitats and downstream water quality, particularly in a state where agriculture and natural resources are economically important.
Frequently asked questions
The stormwater outfall is located at 3350 Floral Road, Floral, Arkansas 72534, in Independence County.
It manages and discharges stormwater runoff from the wood pallet manufacturing facility, ensuring compliance with the Clean Water Act through the NPDES Multi-Sector General Permit.
The facility operates under NAICS code 321920, which covers wood container and pallet manufacturing.
Stormwater outfalls are regulated under the Clean Water Act via the NPDES program. Industrial facilities must obtain coverage under the Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).
The EPA requires industrial facilities to apply for NPDES permit coverage, develop a SWPPP, and implement best management practices to reduce pollutants in stormwater runoff. Compliance is enforced through inspections and monitoring.
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