Highway 32 Northeast Air Monitoring Station, Bixby, Missouri

Highway 32 Northeast is an air monitoring station located in Bixby, Iron County, Missouri, United States. Operated by Doe Run Herculaneum, the station is part of the local air quality monitoring network and contributes to the assessment of ambient air pollutants in the area. The facility is situated along Highway 32, providing representative sampling for the surrounding rural and industrial environment. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources. It likely measures criteria pollutants such as particulate matter, ozone, or sulfur dioxide, consistent with typical air monitoring stations in the region. The last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection and reporting continuity. This monitoring station plays a key role in tracking air quality in Iron County, an area with historical mining and smelting activities. Data from Highway 32 Northeast supports public health protection and compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's location near Doe Run facilities underscores its importance for industrial emissions monitoring.

The station is located in a region with a history of lead mining and smelting, particularly associated with the Doe Run Company. Air monitoring in this area is critical for detecting elevated levels of particulate matter and heavy metals, which can impact local communities and ecosystems. The station's siting along Highway 32 provides representative sampling of both traffic-related and industrial emissions, supporting regulatory compliance and public health assessments.