WASTEWATER SPECIALTIES LLC Stormwater Outfall, Conway, Arkansas | United States

WASTEWATER SPECIALTIES LLC is a stormwater outfall facility located at 20 Terra Conway Dr, Conway, Faulkner County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff in the area. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader stormwater management infrastructure that handles runoff from urban and industrial catchments. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits. Given its location in Conway, Arkansas, it likely falls under Phase II MS4 requirements for small municipalities. The NAICS codes associated with the facility include 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services), 562110 (Waste Collection), 562111 (Solid Waste Collection), 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection), and 562990 (All Other Waste Management Services), indicating a diverse operational context. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing urban runoff, which can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and heavy metals into receiving water bodies. The facility's environmental significance is tied to its potential impact on local water quality, particularly if the discharge enters an impaired water body. Compliance with NPDES permit conditions is essential to minimize pollution and protect aquatic ecosystems.

The facility is located in Conway, Arkansas, within the Arkansas River basin. Urban stormwater runoff from industrial and commercial areas can introduce pollutants such as sediment, oil, grease, and heavy metals into local waterways. The facility's discharge may affect the water quality of nearby streams or rivers, especially if they are listed as impaired under the Clean Water Act. Effective stormwater management is crucial to mitigate flooding and reduce pollutant loads, supporting the ecological health of the region.