Overview
Kessler (McClain County) is an air monitoring station in Washington, Oklahoma, operated by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality. It provides ambient air quality data for the region.
Kessler (McClain County) is an air monitoring station located at 18388 190th Street in Washington, Oklahoma, within McClain County. The station is part of the state's ambient air quality monitoring network and is operated by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality Air Quality Division. It serves as a key facility for tracking air pollution levels in the region. The station operates under the regulatory framework of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality System (AQS), which sets standards for criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. Monitoring stations like Kessler (McClain County) typically measure a subset of these pollutants to assess compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is September 30, 2025, indicating ongoing data collection. Environmental monitoring in Oklahoma supports public health by identifying pollution trends and informing regulatory actions. The station's location in a rural area of McClain County provides baseline air quality data that complements urban monitoring sites. This data is essential for understanding regional air quality, supporting research, and guiding local environmental policies.
Environmental context
The station's location in McClain County, Oklahoma, provides representative air quality data for a rural agricultural area. Monitoring criteria pollutants here helps assess the impact of regional sources such as agricultural burning, traffic, and industrial activities. The data contributes to the EPA's AQS network, supporting compliance with NAAQS and informing public health advisories.
Frequently asked questions
The station is located at 18388 190th Street in Washington, Oklahoma, within McClain County.
As an air monitoring station, it typically measures criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter, and others as part of the EPA's AQS network.
The station is operated by the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality Air Quality Division.
Air monitoring stations in the U.S. operate under the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS) and must comply with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) set by the Clean Air Act.
Rural monitoring provides baseline data to assess regional air quality, identify pollution transport from urban areas, and support public health and environmental policy decisions.
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