EL PASO ASPHALT PRODUCTS Stormwater Outfall, El Paso, Arkansas | United States

EL PASO ASPHALT PRODUCTS is a stormwater outfall facility located at 2649 HWY 5 N in El Paso, Arkansas, United States. The facility is operational and manages stormwater discharge from an industrial site classified under NAICS 324121 (Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it is subject to the US EPA's NPDES MS4 permitting framework, which regulates discharges from industrial facilities to ensure compliance with the Clean Water Act. The facility operates under the jurisdiction of Arkansas's stormwater regulations, which require industrial facilities to obtain permit coverage for stormwater discharges. The NAICS code indicates the site is involved in asphalt production, a sector with potential pollutants such as sediment, oil, and grease. Stormwater management at such facilities typically includes best management practices like sedimentation basins, oil-water separators, and regular monitoring to prevent contamination of receiving waters. Environmental significance lies in the facility's role in managing runoff from an industrial area in White County. Proper stormwater control helps protect local water bodies from pollutants associated with asphalt manufacturing. The facility's compliance with NPDES requirements contributes to the broader goal of maintaining water quality in Arkansas's streams and rivers.

The facility is located in White County, Arkansas, an area with a mix of agricultural and industrial land uses. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites like asphalt plants can carry pollutants such as sediment, hydrocarbons, and heavy metals. The local water bodies may be sensitive to such discharges, making effective stormwater management critical for protecting aquatic ecosystems and downstream water quality.