Overview
ED SPEAR PARK (SMITHS GROVE) is an operational air monitoring station in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, United States. It is part of the Kentucky Division for Air Quality network, providing ambient air quality data for the region.
ED SPEAR PARK (SMITHS GROVE) is an air monitoring station located at 226 Sunset Street in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, United States. Operated by the Kentucky Division For Air Quality, 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 region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. While specific parameters measured at this site are not detailed, typical monitoring stations in Kentucky's network measure a subset of these pollutants to evaluate air quality trends and ensure public health protection. The station's location in a small town setting provides representative data for rural or suburban background conditions. Environmental monitoring at ED SPEAR PARK supports local and regional air quality management efforts, helping to identify pollution sources and assess compliance with health-based standards. The data collected aids in public reporting and informs policy decisions aimed at reducing emissions. As part of a statewide network, this station plays a role in protecting community health and the environment in south-central Kentucky.
Environmental context
Smiths Grove is a small community in Warren County, Kentucky, situated in a region with mixed agricultural and light industrial activity. Air quality monitoring in this area is important for assessing background pollutant levels and potential impacts from nearby sources such as traffic, farming operations, and occasional industrial emissions. The station's data contributes to the Kentucky Division for Air Quality's network, which tracks compliance with NAAQS and supports regional air quality planning. The local climate, with hot summers and mild winters, influences ozone formation and particulate matter dispersion, making continuous monitoring valuable for public health protection.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 226 Sunset Street in Smiths Grove, Kentucky, United States.
The station is operated by the Kentucky Division For Air Quality.
Typical Kentucky air monitoring stations measure criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and nitrogen dioxide under the US EPA's NAAQS program.
The station is part of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which monitors compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) to protect public health and the environment.
Smiths Grove is a rural community where monitoring helps establish background air quality levels and detect any impacts from local agricultural or transportation sources, supporting regional air quality management.
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