Overview
Yellow Transportation, Inc. operates a stormwater outfall in El Dorado, Arkansas, managing runoff from an industrial transportation facility under US EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
Yellow Transportation, Inc. manages a stormwater outfall located at 1221 Paxton Rd. in El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas. This operational facility handles stormwater runoff from an industrial transportation site, contributing to local drainage management in the region. As a stormwater outfall in the United States, this facility operates under the Clean Water Act and is subject to NPDES MS4 permit requirements. In Arkansas, industrial stormwater discharges are regulated to prevent pollutants from entering waterways. The facility's location in an industrial area suggests its discharge may be monitored for compliance with state and federal standards. The outfall plays a role in managing stormwater runoff from the transportation facility, helping to reduce flooding risks and protect local water quality. Its operation supports the broader stormwater infrastructure in El Dorado, which is part of the Ouachita River watershed.
Environmental context
The facility is located in El Dorado, Arkansas, within the Ouachita River basin. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants such as oils, metals, and sediments. The region's climate includes significant rainfall, making effective stormwater management important for preventing erosion and protecting downstream water bodies. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act ensures that discharges meet water quality standards.
Frequently asked questions
The outfall is located at 1221 Paxton Rd. in El Dorado, Union County, Arkansas, United States.
It manages stormwater runoff from an industrial transportation facility, discharging it under NPDES MS4 permit regulations to protect local water quality.
The facility is operational, actively managing stormwater runoff from the transportation site.
Stormwater outfalls in Arkansas are regulated under the Clean Water Act through NPDES MS4 permits, which require controls on runoff to prevent pollution of waterways.
Proper management reduces pollutants like oils and sediments from entering streams and rivers, protecting aquatic ecosystems and drinking water sources.
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