Razorback Concrete Company- Plant 118 Stormwater Outfall, Alexander, Arkansas

Razorback Concrete Company- Plant 118 is a stormwater outfall located at 43078 Central Ave, Alexander, Arkansas, in Saline County. The facility is operational and falls under NAICS code 327320, which covers ready-mix concrete manufacturing. As a stormwater outfall, it manages runoff from an industrial site, typical of concrete batch plants that handle materials like sand, gravel, and cement. In the United States, stormwater discharges from industrial facilities are regulated under the Clean Water Act through the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Facilities like this one typically require a Multi-Sector General Permit (MSGP) for stormwater discharges associated with industrial activity. The permit requires implementation of best management practices (BMPs) to control pollutants such as sediment, pH, and metals. The facility's environmental significance lies in its potential impact on local water bodies. Stormwater runoff from concrete plants can contain high pH levels and suspended solids. Proper management is essential to protect receiving waters in the Saline River watershed. The facility's compliance with NPDES permit conditions helps minimize ecological risks.

The facility is located in Saline County, Arkansas, within the Saline River watershed. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with significant rainfall, which can increase stormwater runoff volumes. Industrial stormwater discharges from concrete manufacturing may contain elevated pH and total suspended solids, posing risks to aquatic life if not properly managed. Regulatory oversight under the Clean Water Act requires implementation of stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) to mitigate these impacts.