Cleveland Delta State Air Monitoring Station, Cleveland, Mississippi

Cleveland Delta State is an air monitoring station located in Cleveland, Bolivar County, Mississippi, United States. Operated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Office of Pollution, the station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors ambient air quality across the country. The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing operations. As an air monitoring station, Cleveland Delta State likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide, in line with the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station may also track meteorological parameters to support data interpretation. Its location in the Mississippi Delta region, an area with agricultural and industrial activities, provides valuable data for assessing local air quality trends and compliance with federal regulations. The station's data supports public health protection and environmental policy by informing the EPA's Air Quality Index (AQI) and regional planning efforts. Continuous monitoring helps identify pollution sources and trends, contributing to the state's air quality management strategies. The station's role is critical for communities in the Mississippi Delta, where agricultural burning and industrial emissions can impact air quality.

The Mississippi Delta region experiences air quality challenges from agricultural activities, including crop burning and pesticide application, as well as industrial sources such as manufacturing and power generation. Cleveland Delta State's monitoring of criteria pollutants helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports the EPA's AQS network. The station's siting in a rural-urban transition zone provides representative data for population exposure and regional background levels. Reporting continuity through the Mississippi DEQ ensures data reliability for trend analysis and regulatory decision-making.