Amarillo A&M Air Monitoring Station, Amarillo, Texas | Environmental Monitoring

Amarillo A&M is an air monitoring station located at 6500 Amarillo Blvd West in Amarillo, Texas, within Potter County. The station is operational and contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is operated under the oversight of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), which manages a statewide network of monitoring sites. Typical air monitoring stations in this network measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's last reported sample date is December 9, 2024, indicating ongoing data collection. Amarillo is located in the Texas Panhandle, a region with agricultural and industrial activities that can influence local air quality. The station's data supports regulatory compliance and public health assessments, providing valuable information for air quality management in the area. Its location near major transportation routes also helps monitor emissions from mobile sources.

The Amarillo A&M station is situated in a semi-arid climate with frequent dust events, which can elevate particulate matter levels. The region's economy includes agriculture, oil and gas extraction, and manufacturing, all of which contribute to air pollutant emissions. Monitoring at this site helps characterize local air quality and supports the TCEQ's efforts to protect public health and the environment. The station's siting is representative of urban and suburban exposure, aligning with EPA monitoring objectives.