Overview
KCSR-Ashdown Facility is a stormwater outfall in Ashdown, Arkansas, USA. It operates under the US EPA NPDES MS4 permit framework for stormwater discharge management.
The KCSR-Ashdown Facility is a stormwater outfall located at 285 Highway 71 South in Ashdown, Arkansas, within Little River County. As a stormwater outfall, it serves as a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area, likely including industrial or transportation-related surfaces given the facility's name and location along a major highway. The facility is operational and falls under the regulatory jurisdiction of the United States Environmental Protection Agency's National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program, specifically the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permits that govern stormwater discharges in urbanized areas. In Arkansas, stormwater management is regulated by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality, which implements the NPDES program. The KCSR-Ashdown Facility, as a stormwater outfall, is subject to requirements for controlling pollutants in runoff, including sediment, oil and grease, and other contaminants typical of transportation corridors. The facility's location in a rural county suggests it may serve a smaller catchment area, but the proximity to Highway 71 indicates potential for runoff from road surfaces. The environmental significance of this facility lies in its role in managing stormwater quality in the Red River basin, as Ashdown is near the Red River. Proper operation helps prevent degradation of local water bodies from urban and industrial runoff. The facility contributes to community resilience by reducing flood risks and protecting downstream ecosystems, aligning with Clean Water Act goals for maintaining water quality standards.
Environmental context
The KCSR-Ashdown Facility discharges into the Red River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic life and is used for recreation and water supply. Stormwater runoff from highways and industrial areas can carry pollutants like heavy metals, hydrocarbons, and sediment. Local water quality may be influenced by agricultural and forestry activities in the region.
Frequently asked questions
The KCSR-Ashdown Facility is located at 285 Highway 71 South in Ashdown, Arkansas, in Little River County, USA.
KCSR-Ashdown is a stormwater outfall, which is a discharge point for stormwater runoff from the surrounding area.
Stormwater outfalls in Arkansas are regulated under the US EPA's NPDES MS4 permit program, implemented by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality.
Common pollutants include sediment, oil and grease, heavy metals, nutrients, and litter, which are controlled through best management practices like retention basins and filtration.
The facility helps manage stormwater runoff quality before discharge into the Red River watershed, reducing pollution and protecting aquatic ecosystems.
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