SIMMONS-DECATUR TRUCK SHOP Stormwater Outfall, Decatur, Arkansas | USA

SIMMONS-DECATUR TRUCK SHOP is a stormwater outfall facility located at 358 3rd Street in Decatur, Arkansas, within Benton County. The facility is operational and serves as a point of discharge for stormwater runoff from an industrial site classified under NAICS code 811198 (all other automotive repair and maintenance). As a stormwater outfall, it is part of the broader network of facilities managing urban and industrial runoff in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Clean Water Act, specifically the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) program. Stormwater discharges from industrial activities are typically regulated under NPDES Multi-Sector General Permits or individual permits. The facility's location in Arkansas places it under the jurisdiction of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality, which oversees compliance with state and federal stormwater regulations. Stormwater outfalls like this one play a critical role in managing runoff quality and quantity, particularly in industrial settings where pollutants such as oils, metals, and sediments may be present. Proper management helps protect local water bodies, including streams and rivers in the region, from potential contamination. The facility contributes to the overall stormwater management infrastructure in Decatur and Benton County.

The facility is located in Decatur, Arkansas, within the Ozark Highlands ecoregion, characterized by karst topography and sensitive aquatic ecosystems. Stormwater runoff from industrial sites can carry pollutants that may impact local streams and groundwater. The region's climate, with seasonal heavy rainfall, increases the risk of runoff events. Regulatory oversight under the NPDES program aims to minimize these impacts through best management practices and monitoring.