DOYLE SPRINGS ROAD Air Monitoring Station, Little Rock, Arkansas

DOYLE SPRINGS ROAD is an air monitoring station located in Little Rock, Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. Operated by the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, this station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network, which supports compliance with the US EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station is currently operational and contributes to the continuous assessment of air pollution levels in the Little Rock metropolitan area. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which governs the collection, quality assurance, and reporting of ambient air monitoring data. While specific parameters measured at this site are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in Arkansas measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's last reported sample date is September 25, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. As part of the Arkansas air monitoring network, DOYLE SPRINGS ROAD plays a key role in protecting public health and the environment by providing data used for air quality index reporting, regulatory compliance, and public awareness. The station's location in Little Rock, the state capital and largest city, ensures representative monitoring of urban air quality, which is influenced by transportation, industrial activities, and population density.

The Little Rock area experiences a humid subtropical climate, with air quality influenced by vehicle emissions, industrial sources, and seasonal factors such as wildfires and pollen. Monitoring stations like DOYLE SPRINGS ROAD help track criteria pollutants and support the EPA's regulatory programs. The station's data contributes to the state's air quality management, including attainment status determinations and public health advisories. Siting representativeness is crucial for capturing urban pollution gradients, and this station likely follows EPA siting criteria to ensure data validity.