Overview
IHC/Batch Plant-Concrete Plant is a stormwater outfall in Springdale, Arkansas, USA. It manages runoff from a concrete manufacturing facility under EPA NPDES MS4 regulations.
IHC/Batch Plant-Concrete Plant is a stormwater outfall located at 13585 Puppy Creek Road in Springdale, Benton County, Arkansas. This facility manages stormwater runoff from a concrete batch plant operation, classified under NAICS 327320 (Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing). As a stormwater outfall, it discharges collected runoff into local waterways, subject to federal and state regulations. The facility operates under the U.S. EPA's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) framework, specifically the MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) permit program. In Arkansas, stormwater discharges from industrial activities like concrete batch plants are regulated under the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment's Division of Environmental Quality. Typical controls include sediment basins, retention ponds, and best management practices to reduce pollutant loads. Stormwater management at concrete plants is critical due to potential pollutants such as sediment, pH-elevated runoff from cement, and heavy metals. The facility's location near Puppy Creek may influence local water quality. Proper operation helps protect downstream water bodies and comply with Clean Water Act requirements. This outfall contributes to the broader stormwater infrastructure serving Springdale's industrial sector.
Environmental context
The facility is located in Benton County, Arkansas, within the Ozark Plateau region, characterized by karst topography and sensitive groundwater systems. Stormwater runoff from concrete batch plants can contain high pH levels, suspended solids, and trace metals, posing risks to aquatic life if untreated. Discharges may affect Puppy Creek, a tributary of the Illinois River, which is part of the Arkansas-White-Red River Basin. Local regulations require compliance with water quality standards to protect these ecosystems.
Frequently asked questions
The facility is located at 13585 Puppy Creek Road in Springdale, Benton County, Arkansas, USA.
It is a stormwater outfall that manages and discharges runoff from a concrete batch plant, regulated under the EPA NPDES MS4 permit program.
Common pollutants include sediment, elevated pH from cement, and heavy metals. Best management practices are used to mitigate these.
It operates under the Clean Water Act via EPA NPDES MS4 permits, enforced by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment.
Proper treatment reduces pollutant loads, protecting Puppy Creek and downstream water bodies from degradation and supporting aquatic habitat.
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