DAVIS FEED COMPANY, INC. Stormwater Outfall in Ashdown, Arkansas

DAVIS FEED COMPANY, INC. is an operational stormwater outfall located at 371 E Main Street in Ashdown, Arkansas, within Little River County. This facility manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site classified under NAICS 311119 (other animal food manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of point sources regulated under the Clean Water Act. The facility operates under the US EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitting framework, which governs stormwater discharges from industrial activities. In Arkansas, the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality (DEQ) administers the NPDES program. Industrial stormwater outfalls like this one are typically subject to monitoring requirements for pollutants such as total suspended solids, oil and grease, and pH, depending on the specific permit conditions. Stormwater management at industrial facilities is critical to prevent pollutants from entering nearby waterways. The outfall likely discharges to a local waterbody within the Red River basin. Effective stormwater control measures, such as sediment basins and spill prevention plans, help mitigate environmental impacts. This facility contributes to the regulatory framework aimed at protecting water quality in Arkansas and the broader Mississippi River watershed.

The facility is located in Ashdown, Arkansas, within the Red River basin, which supports diverse aquatic ecosystems. Industrial stormwater discharges can carry pollutants like sediments, nutrients, and chemicals from manufacturing operations. Under the Clean Water Act, facilities must implement best management practices to minimize runoff contamination. The local climate, with seasonal rainfall, increases the importance of proper stormwater management to prevent flooding and water quality degradation.