Overview
Atascadero (original site) is an operational air monitoring station in Atascadero, California, managed by the California Air Resources Board. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network.
Atascadero (original site) is an air monitoring station located at 6005 Lewis Avenue in Atascadero, California, within San Luis Obispo County. Operated by the California Air Resources Board, this station is part of the extensive US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) monitoring network, which tracks criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters across the United States. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's AQS program. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical stations in California monitor ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The California Air Resources Board ensures siting representativeness and data quality through rigorous protocols. This station serves the Atascadero community by providing local air quality data essential for public health advisories and regulatory compliance. Its location in San Luis Obispo County, a region with mixed urban and agricultural influences, helps characterize air quality patterns in central coastal California. The data supports the EPA's mission to protect human health and the environment.
Environmental context
The station's location in Atascadero, California, provides air quality data representative of a semi-urban area influenced by local traffic, agriculture, and seasonal wildfires. Monitoring criteria pollutants here helps assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and supports regional air quality management. The California Air Resources Board's network ensures data continuity and comparability across the state.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 6005 Lewis Avenue, Atascadero, California 93422, in San Luis Obispo County.
The station is operated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), which manages air quality monitoring across California.
Typical CARB stations measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead.
The station is part of the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which collects ambient air quality data to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
Air monitoring in the US is governed by the Clean Air Act, with the EPA setting NAAQS and overseeing state implementation plans. The AQS network provides standardized data for regulatory decisions.
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