109 Bucklin Street Air Monitoring Station, Providence, Rhode Island

109 Bucklin Street is an air monitoring station located at the West End Community Center in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. It is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, operated by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Department of Health (DOH). The station supports the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) by collecting data on criteria pollutants and other parameters. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). As part of the Rhode Island network, it likely measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The siting follows EPA guidelines for representativeness, ensuring data reflects local air quality in the Providence urban area. This monitoring station plays a key role in assessing air quality in Providence, a city with a mix of industrial, residential, and commercial activities. The data collected supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and long-term trend analysis. By contributing to the AQS, it helps inform policy decisions and community awareness about air pollution in Rhode Island.

Providence, Rhode Island, is an urban area with a history of industrial activity, including manufacturing and transportation. Air monitoring in this region focuses on criteria pollutants from vehicle emissions, heating, and local industries. The station's location at a community center provides representative data for population exposure. The Rhode Island DEM and DOH collaborate to ensure monitoring meets EPA standards, supporting the state's air quality management and public health protection.