Overview
Fort Griswold Park is an operational air monitoring station in Groton, Connecticut, operated by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection. It contributes to the US EPA Air Quality System network.
Fort Griswold Park is an air monitoring station located at 141 Smith Street in Groton, New London County, Connecticut, United States. The station is operational and reports to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, with the most recent sample data from June 30, 2025. As part of the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), this station supports ambient air quality monitoring in the region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's AQS network, 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 stations in Connecticut monitor ozone and fine particulate matter (PM2.5) to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's location in a park setting provides representative urban background measurements. Fort Griswold Park's monitoring data contributes to local and regional air quality assessments, supporting public health advisories and regulatory compliance. The station's long-term operation ensures continuity in tracking air quality trends in the Groton area, which is influenced by industrial activities, transportation, and coastal weather patterns. This data is essential for evaluating the effectiveness of emission reduction strategies and protecting community health.
Environmental context
The Groton area features a mix of coastal urban and industrial environments, with potential emissions from transportation, maritime activities, and nearby manufacturing. Air monitoring stations like Fort Griswold Park are critical for tracking criteria pollutants and assessing compliance with NAAQS. The station's siting in a park provides representative urban background data, while its reporting to the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection ensures integration into regional air quality management. Continuous monitoring supports public health protection and informs local policy decisions.
Frequently asked questions
Fort Griswold Park air monitoring station is located at 141 Smith Street in Groton, New London County, Connecticut, United States.
As part of the US EPA Air Quality System, the station typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone and particulate matter, though specific parameters are not detailed. The station supports compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards.
The station is operated by the Connecticut Department of Environmental Protection, which reports data to the US EPA's Air Quality System.
Air monitoring stations in Connecticut operate under the US Clean Air Act and the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, which sets National Ambient Air Quality Standards for criteria pollutants.
Air monitoring in Groton helps track emissions from transportation, maritime activities, and industry, ensuring compliance with air quality standards and protecting public health in this coastal urban area.
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