Overview
Casa Grande Airport is an operational air monitoring station in Casa Grande, Arizona, managed by Pinal County APCD. It contributes to ambient air quality surveillance under the US EPA AQS network.
Casa Grande Airport is an air monitoring station located at 660 W. Aero Dr. in Casa Grande, Arizona, within Pinal County. Operated by the Pinal County Air Pollution Control District (APCD), this station 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 is currently operational and provides data for local and regional air quality assessments. As an air monitoring station in Arizona, Casa Grande Airport operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act and the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, though specific parameters are not detailed. The station's location near an airport suggests it may also monitor pollutants associated with aviation activities, such as volatile organic compounds and nitrogen oxides. The environmental significance of this station lies in its role in tracking air quality trends in the Casa Grande area, which experiences a semi-arid climate and potential impacts from agricultural, industrial, and transportation sources. Data from this station supports public health advisories and regulatory compliance efforts. Continued operation ensures long-term data continuity for trend analysis and policy development.
Environmental context
Casa Grande is located in the Sonoran Desert, with a hot semi-arid climate. Air quality in the region can be affected by dust from dry soils, agricultural burning, and emissions from transportation and industry. The monitoring station at the airport helps characterize local pollutant levels, particularly for particulate matter and ozone, which are common concerns in Arizona. Its siting near an airport provides representative data for areas influenced by aviation emissions, supporting the Pinal County APCD's efforts to maintain compliance with NAAQS.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 660 W. Aero Dr. in Casa Grande, Arizona, within Pinal County, United States.
The station is operated by the Pinal County Air Pollution Control District (APCD), which is responsible for local air quality management.
Air monitoring stations in the US operate under the Clean Air Act and follow the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS), with data reported to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS).
Casa Grande's semi-arid climate and mix of agricultural, industrial, and transportation sources can affect air quality. Monitoring helps track pollutants, protect public health, and ensure compliance with federal standards.
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