ASHDOWN, CITY OF Stormwater Outfall, Ashdown, Arkansas | USA Stormwater Facility

ASHDOWN, CITY OF is a stormwater outfall located at US Highway 71 South in Ashdown, Little River County, Arkansas. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4) that collects and discharges stormwater runoff from urban areas. The facility is operational and serves the city of Ashdown, managing stormwater to reduce flooding and protect water quality. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) MS4 permit program. As a Phase II small MS4, Ashdown is required to develop a stormwater management program that includes public education, illicit discharge detection, construction site runoff control, and pollution prevention. The NAICS code 221320 indicates this facility is classified under sewage treatment facilities, though its primary function is stormwater outfall. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing urban runoff, which can carry pollutants such as sediment, oil, and heavy metals into receiving waters. In Arkansas, stormwater management is essential for protecting local waterways, including the Red River basin. Proper operation helps mitigate flooding and reduces environmental impacts on aquatic ecosystems.

The facility discharges stormwater into local waterways in the Red River basin, which is subject to water quality standards under the Clean Water Act. Urban runoff from Ashdown may carry pollutants from roads, parking lots, and residential areas. The facility's compliance with its NPDES MS4 permit is important for protecting downstream water quality and aquatic habitats.