Overview
6493 FIRST STREET SW is an operational air monitoring station in Mercer County, North Dakota, operated by Dakota Gasification Company. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
6493 FIRST STREET SW is an air monitoring station located in Mercer County, North Dakota, United States. Operated by Dakota Gasification Company, the station is part of the local environmental monitoring network, contributing to the assessment of air quality in the region. The facility is situated in a rural area, likely supporting industrial or energy-related monitoring needs. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants and monitoring methods. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in this region track pollutants such as PM2.5, PM10, ozone, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides. The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2021, indicating recent operational activity. Environmental monitoring at this site supports community health and regulatory compliance by providing data on ambient air quality. The station's location in North Dakota, an area with oil and gas development, underscores its role in tracking potential emissions from industrial activities. This data aids in assessing regional air quality trends and informing public health decisions.
Environmental context
The station is located in Mercer County, North Dakota, an area with significant energy infrastructure including coal-fired power plants and natural gas processing. Air monitoring in this context focuses on criteria pollutants like sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides, which are common byproducts of fossil fuel combustion. The station's siting is representative of rural industrial areas, providing data on background air quality and potential emission impacts. Reporting continuity is maintained through the Dakota Gasification Company, ensuring consistent data collection for regulatory compliance under the US EPA AQS network.
Frequently asked questions
The air monitoring station is located at DGC #17 in Mercer County, North Dakota, United States. It is situated in a rural area, likely near industrial facilities.
As an air monitoring station, it measures ambient air quality parameters such as criteria pollutants (e.g., PM2.5, ozone, sulfur dioxide) to assess compliance with US EPA standards.
The station is operated by Dakota Gasification Company, which is responsible for data collection and reporting to regulatory agencies.
The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which sets standards for monitoring methods, quality assurance, and data reporting to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act.
Mercer County has significant energy infrastructure, including coal-fired power plants and gas processing. Air monitoring helps track emissions, protect public health, and ensure regulatory compliance.
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