Cedars of Lebanon Air Monitoring Station, Lebanon, Tennessee | USA

Cedars of Lebanon is an air monitoring station located within Cedars of Lebanon State Park in Lebanon, Tennessee, United States. Operated by the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control, this station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, which supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's rural park setting provides representative background air quality data for the region. The station is operational and reported a last sample date of June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in Tennessee measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, as well as meteorological parameters. The Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control follows EPA quality assurance and siting criteria to ensure data representativeness and accuracy. As part of the broader U.S. EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, data from Cedars of Lebanon contributes to national air quality assessments, health advisories, and regulatory decisions. The station's location in a state park also supports research on air quality in natural and recreational areas, helping to understand the impact of regional emissions on rural environments.

The station's location in Cedars of Lebanon State Park provides a rural background monitoring site, which is essential for distinguishing regional air pollution from local urban sources. This context is important for assessing the transport of pollutants from nearby urban centers like Nashville and for evaluating the effectiveness of emission reduction strategies. The data supports the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control's efforts to protect public health and the environment, particularly in areas with sensitive ecosystems and recreational use.