Overview
I-610 is an air monitoring station in New Orleans, Louisiana, operated by the State of Louisiana as part of the NEAR ROAD network. It provides continuous air quality data for the urban corridor.
I-610 is an operational air monitoring station located at I-610 at West End Boulevard in New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States. The station is part of the NEAR ROAD network, which focuses on monitoring air quality near major roadways to assess traffic-related pollution impacts. Operated by the State of Louisiana, it contributes to the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) network, supporting compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's technical specifications indicate it is a fixed-site monitor collecting data on criteria pollutants and other parameters relevant to near-road environments. As part of the NEAR ROAD network, it likely measures pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), which are elevated near highways. The last sample date is September 30, 2025, reflecting ongoing data collection. The station's siting is representative of urban roadside exposure, providing critical data for health studies and regulatory assessments. Environmental monitoring at I-610 supports the characterization of air quality in a major U.S. city with significant traffic density. The data helps inform local and state air quality management, including emission reduction strategies and public health advisories. The station's location in New Orleans, a city with unique meteorological and industrial influences, adds value to understanding pollutant dispersion in coastal urban environments. Its operation under the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality ensures alignment with federal monitoring protocols.
Environmental context
The I-610 air monitoring station operates in the urban context of New Orleans, Louisiana, where traffic emissions are a primary source of air pollution. The station's near-road siting captures pollutant gradients that affect nearby communities, supporting assessments of exposure to nitrogen dioxide, particulate matter, and other traffic-related pollutants. This data is essential for evaluating compliance with the U.S. EPA's National Ambient Air Quality Standards and for developing local air quality management plans. The station's contribution to the NEAR ROAD network enhances understanding of roadside air quality dynamics in a humid subtropical climate.
Frequently asked questions
The I-610 air monitoring station is located at I-610 at West End Boulevard in New Orleans, Orleans Parish, Louisiana, United States.
As part of the NEAR ROAD network, the I-610 station likely measures criteria pollutants such as nitrogen dioxide (NO2), carbon monoxide (CO), and particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), which are common near major roadways.
The I-610 station is operated by the State of Louisiana, specifically under the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, as part of the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System.
The NEAR ROAD network is a U.S. EPA program that establishes air monitoring stations near major roadways to assess traffic-related air pollution and its impact on public health.
The station provides data used to evaluate compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and supports state and local air quality management efforts in Louisiana.
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