Overview
6CM Anthony is an air monitoring station in Anthony, New Mexico, operated by the New Mexico Environment Department. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the US EPA Air Quality System network.
6CM Anthony is an air monitoring station located at 705 Church St. in Anthony, New Mexico, within Dona Ana County. The station is operated by the New Mexico Environment Department and is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters across the United States. The station's last reported sample date is May 6, 2023, indicating ongoing data collection. As an AQS site, it likely measures pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in accordance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's location in a small urban area near the US-Mexico border provides valuable data on cross-border air quality impacts. Environmental monitoring in this region is important due to the arid climate, agricultural activities, and proximity to industrial zones in both the US and Mexico. Data from 6CM Anthony supports public health assessments and regulatory compliance, helping to inform local air quality management and community awareness.
Environmental context
The station's location in southern New Mexico near the border places it in a region influenced by agricultural dust, vehicle emissions, and industrial sources from nearby cities. Monitoring criteria pollutants here helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports understanding of regional air quality trends. The arid climate and frequent wind events can contribute to particulate matter episodes, making continuous monitoring essential for public health protection.
Frequently asked questions
The 6CM Anthony air monitoring station is located at 705 Church St. in Anthony, New Mexico, USA, within Dona Ana County.
As part of the EPA Air Quality System network, 6CM Anthony monitors criteria air pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards.
The station is operated by the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED), which is responsible for ambient air quality monitoring in the state.
Air monitoring stations in the United States operate under the Clean Air Act and are part of the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which sets standards for monitoring methods, quality assurance, and data reporting.
Anthony's location near the US-Mexico border and its arid climate make it susceptible to dust and cross-border pollution. Monitoring helps protect public health and supports regional air quality management.
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