Overview
EAST SYRACUSE is an air monitoring station in East Syracuse, New York, operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
EAST SYRACUSE is an air monitoring station located at 5895 Enterprise Parkway in East Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York. Operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, this station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters to ensure compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station collects ambient air samples and reports data to the EPA's AQS database. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in New York track pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The station's location in a suburban area near Syracuse provides representative data for population exposure assessment. Environmental monitoring in New York supports public health protection and regulatory compliance under the Clean Air Act. Data from stations like EAST SYRACUSE contribute to air quality index reporting, trend analysis, and policy development. The station's operational status ensures continuity of long-term records essential for understanding regional air quality dynamics.
Environmental context
The station is situated in East Syracuse, a suburban community within Onondaga County, which experiences a mix of urban and industrial influences. The region's air quality is affected by transportation emissions, local industry, and weather patterns. Monitoring at this site helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports the EPA's AQS network. Typical parameters include criteria pollutants and meteorological data, providing a comprehensive view of local air quality.
Frequently asked questions
The EAST SYRACUSE air monitoring station is located at 5895 Enterprise Parkway, East Syracuse, New York, in Onondaga County.
The station is operated by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC).
Typical air monitoring stations in New York measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead.
Data from this station is reported to the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) and helps assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act.
Yes, it is part of the New York State air monitoring network, which feeds into the national EPA AQS network, supporting air quality management and public health protection.
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