Overview
Edison is an air monitoring station in Kern County, California, operated by the California Air Resources Board. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the state's monitoring network.
Edison is an air monitoring station located at Johnson Farm in Edison, California, within Kern County. The station is part of the California Air Resources Board (CARB) network, which monitors ambient air quality across the state. As a fixed-site monitor, it contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) by measuring criteria pollutants and supporting regulatory compliance. The station operates under the California Air Resources Board, which oversees a comprehensive monitoring network to assess air quality in both urban and rural areas. In Kern County, known for its agricultural and oil extraction activities, monitoring stations like Edison help track pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and other contaminants. The station's last reported sample date is February 28, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Edison's location in a rural agricultural area provides valuable data on background air quality and the impact of local sources. This information supports public health advisories and regulatory actions under the Clean Air Act. The station's role is critical for understanding regional air quality trends and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
Environmental context
Kern County features a mix of agricultural operations, oil fields, and desert environments, which can influence local air quality. Monitoring stations like Edison track pollutants such as ozone, PM2.5, and PM10, which are relevant for public health and regulatory compliance. The station's rural siting helps characterize background conditions and the transport of pollutants from nearby urban and industrial areas.
Frequently asked questions
The Edison air monitoring station is located at Johnson Farm in Edison, California, within Kern County. Its coordinates are approximately 35.3456 N, -118.8518 W.
As part of the California Air Resources Board network, the Edison station measures criteria air pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), and other pollutants to assess ambient air quality and support regulatory compliance.
The Edison air monitoring station is operated by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), which manages a statewide network of air quality monitoring stations.
Air monitoring stations in the United States operate under the Clean Air Act and are part of the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). They must follow federal reference methods and quality assurance procedures to ensure data accuracy.
Data from the Edison station helps track local and regional air quality trends, supports public health advisories, and informs regulatory actions to meet National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS).
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