Kingsport Air Monitoring Station, Bloomingdale, Tennessee | USA Environmental Monitoring

Kingsport Air Monitoring Station is an operational air quality monitoring facility located at 3301 Bloomingdale Rd, Kingsport, Tennessee, within Sullivan County. It is part of the United States' extensive ambient air monitoring network, which supports compliance with the Clean Air Act and provides data for the EPA's Air Quality System (AQS). The station is operated under the oversight of the Tennessee Division of Air Pollution Control, ensuring adherence to federal and state air quality standards. The facility measures criteria pollutants and other atmospheric parameters as part of the national monitoring framework. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical stations in this network monitor ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, and lead. The station's siting follows EPA guidelines for representativeness, capturing urban and industrial influences in the Kingsport area. Regular sampling and reporting ensure data continuity, with the most recent sample date recorded as June 30, 2025. Kingsport is situated in a region with a mix of industrial activity, including manufacturing and chemical production, which underscores the importance of local air quality monitoring. The station provides critical data for public health assessments, regulatory compliance, and community awareness. Its role in the Tennessee monitoring network helps track pollution trends and supports air quality management decisions, benefiting residents and the environment.

The Kingsport area in northeastern Tennessee experiences a mix of urban and industrial emissions, including from manufacturing and chemical facilities. Air monitoring stations like this one are essential for tracking criteria pollutants and ensuring compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's location in Bloomingdale provides representative data for the broader Kingsport region, supporting public health protection and environmental policy.