Overview
Wiley Mine is a stormwater outfall located in Hampton, Arkansas, United States. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for stormwater discharge management.
Wiley Mine is a stormwater outfall located in Hampton, Calhoun County, Arkansas, United States. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, likely including industrial or mining-related activities given the facility name. The facility is operational and falls under the regulatory oversight of the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) program. In the United States, stormwater outfalls are regulated under the Clean Water Act, with permits requiring monitoring and control of pollutants in stormwater discharges. The specific permit requirements for Wiley Mine would depend on its classification under Phase I or Phase II MS4 rules, which address large and small municipalities respectively. Given its location in a rural area of Arkansas, the facility may be subject to state-level implementation of federal standards. The environmental significance of Wiley Mine lies in its role in managing stormwater runoff from the local catchment, which may include contributions from mining or industrial sites. Proper operation helps prevent erosion, flooding, and the transport of pollutants to nearby water bodies. The facility contributes to the overall stormwater management infrastructure in Calhoun County, supporting water quality and flood control objectives.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Calhoun County, Arkansas, a region with a mix of forested and agricultural land, as well as historical mining activity. Stormwater runoff from these areas can carry sediments, nutrients, and potential contaminants into local waterways. The outfall's discharge may affect nearby streams or rivers, making compliance with water quality standards critical for protecting aquatic ecosystems and downstream uses.
Frequently asked questions
Wiley Mine is a stormwater outfall located at RT 2 CR22S in Hampton, Calhoun County, Arkansas, United States.
Wiley Mine is a stormwater outfall that discharges stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, likely including mining-related activities, into local waterways.
As a stormwater outfall in the United States, Wiley Mine is regulated under the Clean Water Act through the NPDES MS4 permit program, which requires controls on stormwater discharges to protect water quality.
In Arkansas, stormwater management is overseen by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, which implements federal NPDES requirements for MS4s and industrial stormwater discharges.
Stormwater outfalls can carry pollutants such as sediment, nutrients, and chemicals into water bodies, potentially harming aquatic life and water quality. Proper management and treatment are essential to minimize these impacts.
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