Ameristeel Air Monitoring Station, Knoxville, Tennessee

Ameristeel is an air monitoring station located at 1526 New York Ave in Knoxville, Tennessee, within the United States. Operated by the Knox County Department of Air Pollution Control, this facility is part of the national network of stations that track criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with the Clean Air Act. The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) framework, which sets standards for monitoring methods, siting, and data reporting. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical stations in this network monitor pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's last reported sample date is August 29, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Environmental monitoring in Knoxville supports public health by providing data used for air quality index reporting and regulatory compliance. The station's location in an industrial area helps assess the impact of local emissions on community air quality. This data is essential for informing policy decisions and protecting vulnerable populations.

Knoxville is situated in the Tennessee Valley, where topography can trap pollutants, leading to elevated ozone and particulate matter levels. The Ameristeel station's siting in an industrial area provides representative data for assessing exposure near emission sources. Monitoring under the US EPA AQS network ensures adherence to National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), with data used for regulatory compliance and public health advisories.