Overview
HUNTSVILLE OLD AIRPORT is an operational air monitoring station in Huntsville, Alabama, operated by the City of Huntsville, Div of Natural Resources. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the US EPA Air Quality System network.
HUNTSVILLE OLD AIRPORT is an air monitoring station located at 3720 Russell Brown Dr SW, Huntsville, Alabama, within Madison County. Operated by the City of Huntsville, Div of Natural Resources, the 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's most recent sample date is June 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in the US measure pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. The station's siting follows EPA guidelines for representativeness, ensuring data reflects local air quality conditions. Located near Huntsville International Airport, the station contributes to understanding air quality impacts from transportation and industrial sources in the region. Data from this station supports public health assessments and regulatory compliance, aiding in the development of air quality management strategies for the Huntsville metropolitan area.
Environmental context
Huntsville is a growing city in northern Alabama with a mix of industrial, aerospace, and transportation activities. Air monitoring in this region focuses on criteria pollutants from vehicle emissions, industrial processes, and airport operations. The station's location near the airport provides data on local air quality impacts from aviation and ground support equipment. Reporting continuity and parameter coverage are key for assessing compliance with EPA standards and informing local air quality management.
Frequently asked questions
HUNTSVILLE OLD AIRPORT is located at 3720 Russell Brown Dr SW, Huntsville, Alabama, in Madison County, United States.
As an air monitoring station, it typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead, as part of the US EPA Air Quality System network.
The station is operated by the City of Huntsville, Division of Natural Resources.
The station operates under the US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, which enforces National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) as per the Clean Air Act.
It provides continuous air quality data that supports public health assessments, regulatory compliance, and air quality management strategies for the Huntsville metropolitan area.
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