Anderson Eastside Elem. School Air Monitoring Station, Anderson, Indiana

Anderson Eastside Elem. School is an air monitoring station located at 844 N. Scatterfield in Anderson, Indiana, within Madison County. The station is part of the state's air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Indiana Department of Environmental Management's Office of Air Quality. It serves to measure ambient air pollutants in accordance with U.S. EPA standards. The station operates under the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) framework, which sets criteria for monitoring criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. As a fixed-site monitor, it provides representative data for the Anderson area, supporting compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The most recent sample date recorded is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing operations. Environmental monitoring at this location contributes to understanding local air quality trends, particularly in a region with industrial and urban influences. The data supports public health advisories and regulatory assessments, helping to protect community health and inform environmental policy decisions in Indiana.

Anderson, Indiana, is situated in a region with a mix of industrial activity, transportation corridors, and residential areas. Air monitoring stations like this one are essential for tracking criteria pollutants and assessing compliance with NAAQS. The station's location at an elementary school provides representative sampling of urban background air quality, which is critical for evaluating exposure risks in populated areas.