Overview
Liberty is an operational air monitoring station in Clay County, Missouri, operated under the Missouri Laboratory Services Program. It provides ambient air quality data as part of the US EPA AQS network.
Liberty is an air monitoring station located at Highway 33 & NE 116th St. in Liberty, Missouri, within Clay County. The station is operational and reports to the Missouri Laboratory Services Program, contributing to the national Air Quality System (AQS) managed by the US EPA. As a fixed-site monitor, it plays a role in assessing regional air quality and compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). The station's last reported sample date is May 31, 2025, indicating recent data collection. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical air monitoring stations in Missouri track criteria pollutants such as ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead. The station's location in a suburban area near Liberty provides representative data for population exposure and regional background levels. Liberty's monitoring contributes to the broader environmental monitoring network in Missouri, supporting public health advisories and regulatory compliance. The data aids in tracking air quality trends, identifying pollution sources, and informing local and state air quality management strategies. This station is part of a nationwide effort to maintain clean air and protect community health.
Environmental context
The Liberty station operates within the US EPA's AQS framework, which sets standards for criteria pollutants. Its location in Clay County, near the Kansas City metropolitan area, means it captures both urban-influenced and suburban air quality. The station's siting is likely designed to be representative of population exposure, following EPA siting criteria. Regular reporting ensures continuity of data for trend analysis and regulatory compliance.
Frequently asked questions
The Liberty air monitoring station is located at Highway 33 & NE 116th St. in Liberty, Missouri, within Clay County. Its coordinates are approximately 39.303174 N, 94.377014 W.
The Liberty station is operated under the Missouri Laboratory Services Program, which reports data to the US EPA's Air Quality System (AQS).
Typical air monitoring stations in Missouri measure criteria pollutants including ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), nitrogen dioxide, sulfur dioxide, carbon monoxide, and lead.
The Liberty station is part of the US EPA's AQS network, which monitors compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS). Data from such stations is used to assess air quality, issue health advisories, and inform regulatory actions.
The last reported sample date for the Liberty station is May 31, 2025, indicating recent and ongoing monitoring activities.
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