SMITH'S READY MIX, INC. Stormwater Outfall, Arkadelphia, Arkansas

SMITH'S READY MIX, INC. is a stormwater outfall located at 107 Valley St in Arkadelphia, Clark County, Arkansas. As a facility in the ready-mix concrete manufacturing sector (NAICS 327320), it manages stormwater runoff from industrial activities and is subject to US EPA NPDES MS4 permit requirements under the Clean Water Act. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES), which governs stormwater discharges from industrial facilities. In Arkansas, the Department of Energy and Environment - Division of Environmental Quality oversees compliance. The outfall likely handles runoff from material storage, vehicle washing, and concrete production areas, with typical controls including sediment basins and erosion prevention measures. This outfall plays a role in protecting local water quality in the Ouachita River basin, which receives runoff from Arkadelphia. Proper stormwater management at concrete facilities is critical to prevent alkaline runoff and sediment from impacting aquatic habitats. The facility contributes to the community by supporting local construction while managing environmental obligations.

Arkadelphia is located in the Ouachita River watershed, which supports diverse aquatic life and provides drinking water. Industrial stormwater discharges from concrete facilities can introduce high pH levels and suspended solids, posing risks to stream ecosystems. The region's clay soils and rolling topography increase erosion potential, making sediment control a priority for stormwater management.