Overview
Keokuk Fire Station air monitoring station in Keokuk, Iowa, operated by the University Hygienic Laboratory, provides ambient air quality data for the region.
Keokuk Fire Station is an air monitoring station located at 111 S. 13th St. in Keokuk, Iowa, United States. It is part of the national air monitoring network and is operated by the University Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa. The station contributes to the assessment of local air quality in Lee County. The station operates under the framework of the U.S. EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. Monitoring stations like this one are sited to be representative of ambient conditions in populated areas. The last reported sample date is June 29, 2023, indicating ongoing data collection. Air monitoring stations play a critical role in protecting public health and the environment by tracking pollutant levels and supporting regulatory compliance. Data from Keokuk Fire Station helps inform local air quality management and contributes to the national database used for trend analysis and policy development.
Environmental context
Keokuk is located in southeastern Iowa along the Mississippi River, an area with a mix of agricultural, industrial, and urban influences. Air quality monitoring in this region is important for assessing the impact of local emissions, including those from transportation, manufacturing, and agricultural activities. The station's location at a fire station provides a secure and accessible site for continuous monitoring, representative of the community's exposure.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 111 S. 13th St. in Keokuk, Iowa, United States.
As an air monitoring station, it measures ambient concentrations of criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and others as part of the EPA's Air Quality System.
The station is operated by the University Hygienic Laboratory at the University of Iowa.
Air monitoring in the U.S. is governed by the Clean Air Act and implemented through the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants and monitoring methods.
Air monitoring in Keokuk helps track local air quality, assess compliance with national standards, and protect public health in a region with agricultural and industrial activities.
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