Lompoc H Street Air Monitoring Station, Lompoc, California | Environmental Monitoring

Lompoc H Street is an air monitoring station located at 128 S 'H' Street in Lompoc, California, within Santa Barbara County. Operated by the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD), this station is part of the broader US EPA Air Quality System (AQS) network, contributing to national ambient air quality monitoring. The station reports data as of June 2025, indicating ongoing operation. While specific parameters measured are not detailed, typical criteria pollutants monitored at such stations include ozone, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen dioxide. The station's siting in a residential area of Lompoc provides representative data for population exposure assessment. Lompoc H Street serves the community by supporting compliance with National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) and informing local air quality management. Its data aids in understanding pollution trends in the Central Coast region, which is influenced by agricultural activities, transportation, and marine air masses. The station's long-term operation ensures continuity in air quality records for Santa Barbara County.

Lompoc is located in Santa Barbara County on the Central Coast of California, an area characterized by a Mediterranean climate with marine influences. Air quality in the region can be affected by agricultural emissions, vehicle traffic, and occasional wildfire smoke. The Lompoc H Street station's monitoring of criteria pollutants helps assess compliance with NAAQS and supports public health advisories. Its location in a mixed residential and commercial area provides representative data for community exposure.