Overview
DET-LINWOOD is an operational air monitoring station in Detroit, Michigan, operated by the Wayne County Air Pollution Control Division. It contributes to local air quality surveillance under US EPA AQS network standards.
DET-LINWOOD is an air monitoring station located at 2451 Marquette in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan. Operated by the Wayne County Air Pollution Control Division, this facility is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other parameters to assess ambient air quality. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the Clean Air Act and EPA guidelines, focusing on representative siting to capture urban air quality in Detroit. Typical monitoring includes ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, along with meteorological parameters. The station's location in an industrial and residential area supports assessment of population exposure. As part of Michigan's air monitoring network, DET-LINWOOD provides critical data for public health advisories and regulatory compliance. Its continuous operation supports trend analysis and helps inform local air quality management decisions, benefiting the Detroit community and regional environmental planning.
Environmental context
Detroit's air quality is influenced by industrial emissions, vehicle traffic, and regional transport. The DET-LINWOOD station's urban siting captures representative exposure levels for a densely populated area. Monitoring criteria pollutants and meteorological parameters helps track compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and supports health risk assessments. The station's data contributes to the EPA's AQS database, enabling long-term trend analysis and policy evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
DET-LINWOOD is located at 2451 Marquette in Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, United States.
As an air monitoring station, DET-LINWOOD typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead, along with meteorological parameters.
The station is operated by the Wayne County Air Pollution Control Division, which is responsible for local air quality monitoring in Wayne County, Michigan.
DET-LINWOOD operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, following the Clean Air Act and National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) for monitoring and reporting.
Detroit's industrial history and urban density make air monitoring crucial for assessing pollution exposure, protecting public health, and ensuring compliance with federal air quality standards.
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