Crop Production Services 4006 Stormwater Outfall, Des Arc, Arkansas

Crop Production Services 4006 is a stormwater outfall located at 2010 Main in Des Arc, Prairie County, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from an agricultural or industrial catchment area. As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities managing stormwater in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater outfalls like this one are typically covered under Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits, which require monitoring and management of stormwater discharges to protect water quality. In Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality oversees NPDES permitting. The environmental significance of this outfall lies in its potential impact on local water bodies. Stormwater runoff from agricultural and industrial areas can carry pollutants such as sediments, nutrients, and chemicals. Proper management and compliance with permit conditions are essential to minimize adverse effects on receiving waters. The facility's location in Prairie County, a rural area with agricultural activity, underscores the importance of stormwater controls to protect downstream ecosystems.

The stormwater outfall at Crop Production Services 4006 discharges into a catchment that may include agricultural runoff, which can introduce sediments, fertilizers, and pesticides into local waterways. The facility is located in Prairie County, Arkansas, an area with significant agricultural land use. Stormwater management is critical to prevent impairment of water bodies, particularly those that may be sensitive to nutrient loading and sedimentation. Compliance with NPDES MS4 permit requirements helps ensure that discharges are monitored and controlled to protect water quality.