Overview
Corner is an air monitoring station in Jefferson County, Alabama, operated by the Jefferson County Department of Health. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the US EPA Air Quality System network.
Corner is an air monitoring station located at 10005 Corner School Road in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States. The station is operated by the Jefferson County Department of Health and contributes to the national ambient air quality monitoring network. As part of the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS), it supports regulatory compliance and public health protection. The station operates under the framework of the US Clean Air Act, which mandates monitoring of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. While specific parameters measured at Corner are not detailed, typical stations in this network measure a subset of these pollutants. The station's last reported sample date is August 23, 2023, indicating recent operational status. Corner serves the Jefferson County area, providing essential data for air quality management and public health assessments. Its location in a non-urban setting may offer background or transport-related air quality information. The data collected supports local and state efforts to maintain compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and inform community health initiatives.
Environmental context
The Corner station is situated in Jefferson County, Alabama, a region with a mix of industrial, urban, and rural areas. Air quality monitoring in this area is critical due to potential emissions from industrial sources, transportation, and natural sources. The station's data helps characterize local air pollution levels and trends, supporting regulatory compliance and public health advisories. Its rural location may provide background concentrations useful for understanding regional air quality.
Frequently asked questions
The Corner air monitoring station is located at 10005 Corner School Road in Jefferson County, Alabama, United States.
As part of the US EPA Air Quality System, the station likely measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and others, though specific parameters are not publicly listed.
The station is operated by the Jefferson County Department of Health in Alabama.
Air monitoring in the US is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for criteria pollutants.
Data from Corner supports local and state air quality management, compliance with NAAQS, and public health assessments in Jefferson County.
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