UNION ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC-DAMASCUS YARD Stormwater Outfall, Damascus, Arkansas

UNION ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC-DAMASCUS YARD is a stormwater outfall facility located at 15110 HWY 65 S in Damascus, Arkansas, United States. It operates within the stormwater sector, managing runoff from industrial activities in Faulkner County. The facility is classified under NAICS code 213112, indicating support activities for oil and gas operations, which suggests an industrial catchment area. As a stormwater outfall, this facility 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 stormwater discharges. The regulatory framework requires compliance with effluent limits and monitoring to protect water quality. The facility's operational status is active, indicating ongoing management of stormwater runoff. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its role in controlling pollutant discharges from industrial activities to nearby water bodies. Proper stormwater management helps prevent erosion, sedimentation, and contamination of local streams and rivers. The facility contributes to the overall water quality goals of the Clean Water Act in the Arkansas region.

The facility is located in Faulkner County, Arkansas, an area with a mix of urban and industrial land uses. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like this can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and chemicals into local waterways. The region's climate, with seasonal rainfall, increases the risk of runoff events. Effective stormwater management is critical to protect the water quality of nearby streams and the Arkansas River watershed.