Overview
CCRI Liston Campus ROOFTOP is an air monitoring station in Providence, Rhode Island, operated by Rhode Island DEM and DOH. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network.
CCRI Liston Campus ROOFTOP is an air monitoring station located at 1 Hilton St in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. The facility is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Department of Health (DOH). As a rooftop station, it provides representative sampling of urban air quality in the Providence metropolitan area. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. While specific parameters measured at this site are not detailed, typical rooftop stations in urban settings monitor ozone and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's reporting agency, Rhode Island DEM and DOH, ensures data quality and timely submission to EPA. This monitoring station plays a key role in tracking air quality trends in Providence, a city with a mix of industrial, residential, and transportation sources. Data from this station supports public health advisories, regulatory compliance, and research on urban air pollution. Its location on a college campus also provides educational opportunities for students and the community to engage with environmental monitoring efforts.
Environmental context
Providence, Rhode Island, experiences a humid continental climate with air quality influenced by local traffic, industrial activities, and regional transport of pollutants. The CCRI Liston Campus ROOFTOP station is sited to capture representative urban background concentrations. Its rooftop placement minimizes local ground-level influences, providing data on well-mixed air masses. This siting is typical for monitoring regional air quality and compliance with NAAQS. The station's operation by state agencies ensures continuity in reporting, supporting long-term trend analysis and public health protection.
Frequently asked questions
CCRI Liston Campus ROOFTOP is located at 1 Hilton St in Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
As an air monitoring station, it typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone and particulate matter, though specific parameters are not detailed. It is part of the Rhode Island state network.
The station is operated by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Department of Health (DOH).
The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) and must comply with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
Rooftop siting provides representative sampling of well-mixed urban air, minimizing local ground-level influences such as traffic exhaust, and is common for regional air quality monitoring.
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